HomeMy Public PortalAbout2016_tcmin0524 COUNCIL MEETING May 24, 2016
Council Chambers, 25 West Market Street, 7:30 p.m. Mayor Butler presiding.
Council Members Present: Kelly Burk, Thomas Dunn, II, R. Bruce Gemmill, Katie
Sheldon Hammler, Suzanne Fox, Marty Martinez and Mayor Butler.
Council Members Absent: None.
Staff Present: Town Manager Kaj Dentler, Town Attorney Barbara Notar, Deputy
Town Manager Keith Markel, Director of Planning and Zoning Susan Berry Hill,
Director of Plan Review Bill Ackman, Director of Capital Projects and Public Works
Renee Lafollette, Deputy Director of Planning and Zoning Brian Boucher, Planning and
Zoning Assistant Debi Parry and Clerk of Council Lee Ann Green.
AGENDA ITEMS
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. INVOCATION was led by Council Member Dunn
3. SALUTE TO THE FLAG was led by Boy Scout Troop 1550.
4. ROLL CALL showing all members present.
5. MINUTES
a. Work Session Minutes of April 25, 2016
On a motion by Council Member Hammier, seconded by Council Member
Fox, the work session minutes ofApril 25, 2016 were approved by a vote of 6-0-1 (Martinez
abstaining).
b. Regular Session Minutes of April 26, 2016
On a motion by Council Member Hammier, seconded by Council Member Dunn,
the regular session minutes of April 26, 2016 were approved by a vote of 6-0-1 (Martinez
abstaining).
c. Work Session Minutes of May 9, 2016
On a motion by Council Member Hammier, seconded by Council Member Fox, the
work session minutes of May 9, 2016 were approved by a vote of 7-0.
d. Regular Session Minutes of May 10,2016
On a motion by Council Member Hammier, seconded by Council Member Fox, the
work session minutes of May 9, 2016 were approved by a vote of 7-0.
6. ADOPTING THE MEETING AGENDA
On a motion by Council Member Hammier, seconded by Council Member Fox, the
' meeting agenda was adopted as presented by the following vote:
Aye: Burk, Dunn, Fox, Gemmill, Hammier, Martinez and Mayor Butler
Nay: None
Vote: 7-0
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7. PRESENTATIONS
a. Interactive Zoning Map
Debi Parry gave a brief presentation on the latest tool in the Planning and
Zoning Department's Interactive Toolkit.
8. PETITIONERS
The Petitioners section was opened at 7:42 p.m.
Gwen Armstrong, Patterson Court, NW, offered a prayer for the Council.
Andrew Borgquist stated there is more research that he needs to do about the
most productive method to bring his petition forward. He stated that the Council sets
the policy with the idea that it affects day to day procedures. He stated that Council
needs to look at whether the day to day meets the policy. He stated that the actions of
management can put the town at legal risk. Further, he discussed the fact that
skateboarders don't want to wear helmets at skateparks.
Tom O'Neil, stated he is the chair of the Commission on Public Art and is here
to speak about the resolution for funding for the Loudoun Chorale and the Loudoun
Lyric Opera. He stated that for the last several years, the commission has evaluated
grant applications for the matching grant from the state. He stated there were issues
with those two organizations successfully completing the application. He stated if the
applications had been successfully submitted, they would have received funding as they
have in the past.
Sarah Richardson, 349 Shenandoah Street, SE. She stated her home will abut the
Crescent Parke development should it be approved as requested. She listed the issues of
increased congestion, stormwater management/flood mitigation, buffer for the Dulles
Greenway, loss of animal habit and impervious surfaces. She stated many issues with
regards to this development are complex. She requested that the public hearing remain
open throughout the process.
The Petitioners section was closed at 7:55 p.m.
9. APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA
On a motion by Council Member Hammier, seconded by Council Member Fox, the
following consent agenda was proposed:
a. Awarding the Contract for the Town Council Chamber Audio-Video Equipment
Upgrade Project to Vicom in the Amount of$126,046.52
RESOLUTION2016-070
Awarding the Contract for the Town Council Chamber Audio-Video Equipment
Upgrade to Vicom
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b. Appropriation to Fiscal Year 2016 Police Department Budget
RESOLUTION 2016-069
Approving a Supplemental Appropriation in the Amount of$9,189 to the Fiscal
year 2016 General Fund Police Department Budget
c. Virginia Municipal League Insurance Payments
RESOLUTION2016-071
Amending the Fiscal Year 2016 General Fund Budget and Making a
Supplemental Appropriation in the Amount of$27,908.05 From Insurance
Payments from Virginia Municipal League for the Repair of Town Property
The Consent Agenda was approved by the following vote:
Aye: Burk, Dunn, Fox, Gemmill, Hammler, Martinez and Mayor Butler
Nay: None
Vote: 7-0
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. Town Manager's Public Hearing— Slack Lane Residential Permit Parking
The public hearing was opened at 7:57 p.m.
Calvin Grow stated that the residents of the Exeter Square Subdivision
have requested residential permit parking on Slack Lane, N.E.
Key Points:
• Lack of on-street parking between the hours of 9 a.m. — 5 p.m.
• Survey revealed that permit parking is warranted.
• Community will be notified by letter, if approved.
• Parking materials will be distributed by the Finance and Administrative
Services department.
John Burnham, 114 Slack Lane, N.E., stated he is the president of Exeter
Square HOA. He stated he appreciates the town looking into this request that
was signed by 100 percent of HOA members. He stated their concern that once
construction begins on the Courthouse expansion, the Semones lot will be closed
which will create more problems with parking.
The public hearing was closed at 8:01 p.m.
b. Legislative Changes and Town Code Batch Amendments
The public hearing was opened at 8:02 p.m.
Barbara Notar gave a brief presentation on the proposed amendments to
the Town Code.
Key Points:
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• Changes to the Town Code required by new statutes passed by the
111General Assembly.
• Extension of Declaration of Emergency from 14 to 45 days.
• Removal of prohibition for jake or engine brakes because there is no
enabling legislation.
• Create a parking infraction when parking across the line in the parking
garage. To make the infractions consistent, the fine for violation in the
garage and on the street to be amended.
• All localities must have a cap on fees allowed by towing companies.
• Amending the BPOL licenses for restaurants having a seating capacity of
1-50 persons. Three restaurants will be affected by this.
Council Comments/Questions:
• Burk: Stated she is pleased to see the changes with regards to predatory
towing.
• Hammler: Questioned whether the restaurants were notified that this was
coming up for public hearing.
Notar: Stated that they were not notified.
There were no members of the public wishing to address this public
hearing.
The public hearing was closed at 8:12 p.m.
There was consensus to remove the item regarding Appendix B.
On a motion by Council Member Fox, seconded by Council Member Hammler, the
following was proposed:
ORDINANCE 2016-0-014
To Amend the Town Code
Chapter 12(Emergency Management and Emergency Services), Section 12-3
(Declaration of Emergencies);
Chapter 32(Traffic and Vehicles), Article V. (Stopping, Standing and Parking),
Division 1 (Generally), Section 32-141 (Parking Prohibited in Specific Places:Fine
Schedule and Settlement of Parking Violations);
Chapter 32(Traffic and Vehicles), Article V. (Stopping, Standing and Parking),
Division I (Generally), Section 32-141 (Parking Prohibited in Specific Places;Fine
Schedule and Settlement of Parking Violations);
Chapter 32(Traffic and Vehicles), Article V. (Stopping, Standing, and Parking),
Division 1 (Generally), Section 32-148(Removal and Disposition of Vehicles
Unlawfully Parked).
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Council Comments:
• Hammler: Stated she would appreciate it if staff would call the three
restaurants in question.
• Gemmill: Stated he wanted to pull Appendix B for the same reason.
• Dunn: Questioned whether the state set the dollar amount with respect to
towing charges.
Notar: Confirmed that the state set the dollar amount.
The motion was approved by the following vote:
Aye: Burk, Dunn, Fox, Gemmill, Hammler, Martinez and Mayor Butler
Nay: None
Vote: 7-0
c. Crescent Parke Rezoning Application
The public hearing was opened at 8:15 p.m.
Michael Watkins gave a presentation on the rezoning request.
Key Points:
• Rezone portions of the property from Crescent District Commercial,
Crescent District Mixed Use Option, Crescent District Open Space to
Crescent District Residential High Density.
• Town Plan Amendment to reclassify Gateway Drive was approved.
• Gateway Drive will have two travel lanes and on-street parking.
• Greenway Extension reservation is shown on the plans with a 21 year
reservation — removal would require several legislative steps and studies.
• Shared parking requirements have been requested.
• Staff encourages the applicant to find alternate layouts.
• Surface parking does not support the density shown on the plans.
• Izaak Walton Park property is subject to a lease that expires July 2030.
• Ownership of the property will require some improvements to be made.
Council Comments/Questions:
• Gemmill: Clarified that the minimum requirements of the state with
respect to stormwater management will be enough.
Watkins: Stated that the concern is protection of the downstream owners
and the town's investment in the stream restoration project.
• Burk: Asked for clarification that there is no phasing in the plan.
Watkins: Stated that the applicant's only phasing is the transportation
improvements, which will be built first.
• Burk: Questioned the amount of tree save and open space.
Watkins: Stated that the layout was revised so that there are increased
tree save areas. Further, he stated that because of the amount of flood
plain on the property, they actually exceed open space requirements.
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• Martinez: Are there requirements to start improvements to the park
property prior to ownership?
Watkins: No, but once it transfers to the town, improvements will have to
be made.
• Fox: Questioned the size of the site of the 294 residential units. She
asked for a comparison with Crescent Place.
Watkins: Stated that it is on 28.98 acres. He stated he would provide the
density calculations for Crescent Place.
• Butler: Questioned why town staff recommends approval.
Watkins: Stated they technically meet all the standards for approval;
however, there are other things that the Council should look at that are
outside the zoning code.
• Butler: Stated that there appears to be a requirement to spend money if
the town takes ownership of the park; however, other than the ADA
accessibility, everything else would need to be done anyway and be the
town's responsibility.
• Fox: Questioned whether money is proffered to bring the road inside the
park up to current standards.
Watkins: Stated that the purpose and intent of proffers under Appendix B
is to mitigate traffic impacts off-site, not access.
• Martinez: Confirmed that the town is currently using the property under a
lease agreement and will be required to bring the building up to current
standards, if owned. Further, he noted that the town can choose not to
renew the lease if there are repairs that need to be made.
Christine Gleckner, Walsh Colucci, represented the applicant.
Key Points:
• Well thought out mixed use community that will enhance the Crescent
Design District and serve as a catalyst to other projects nearby.
• Davis Court will be relocated so that the entrance aligns with the Food
Lion entrance.
• Dedication of the Izaak Walton Park to the town has a significant cost to
the applicant.
• Proposed residential units have declined since the first submission.
• No phasing, but in order to build the mixed use option, the commercial on
the ground floor must be constructed.
Council Comments/Questions:
• Fox: Disclosed a meeting with Walsh Colucci and Hobie Mitchell. She
stated she is worried about transportation impacts with this density. She
stated that the applicant has made assertions that the transportation
impacts are less with this development. She asked for clarification of this
statement.
Gleckner: Stated that the property is zoned and could be used for
commercial uses that could have traffic generation.
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• Hammier: Questioned whether the amount proffered for schools reflects
the recently lowered amount requested by Loudoun County.
Gleckner: Stated that the proffered amount is the new lowered number
that was also adopted by the town.
• Hammler: Stated she would like to further discuss the Cl building at the
work session because there is an increasing demand for office space in
Leesburg.
• Martinez: Stated he would like more information about how the
applicant is reaching out to the community to address their concerns.
• Burk: Questioned what happens when the community room that is in the
commercial area is not constructed for many years.
Gleckner: Stated that if the building is not constructed when the HOA
needs to start meetings, they can do whatever other HOAs that do not
have community rooms do —book space at town hall or a library.
• Gemmill: Stated he has expressed his concerns to the applicant about
density, stormwater management and impacts to the nearby
neighborhoods. He stated he looks forward to discussing these issues at
the upcoming work session.
• Dunn: Confirmed that the school impacts and the numbers that the
county is currently using were what were used when determining the
proffer for this project. He asked staff to research whether the county had
considered this project when they revised their numbers.
Gleckner: Stated they based their proffer on the town's resolution of
September 2015 when the town amended their school proffer policy based
on the revised county numbers.
• Dunn: Asked for trip counts for various intersections.
Traffic engineer: Stated that total trip counts for the project are 540
vehicles per day between Sycolin and Harrison, 694 between Davis and
Harrison.
• Dunn: Stated that whatever estimates were presented for improvements
to Izaak Walton Park, they are only about 50% of what the actual cost
will be.
• Butler: Asked for clarification of whether the applicant is meeting the 100
or the 25 year flood.
Applicant representative: Stated that the plan shows the 100 year flood;
however, he believes that a lesser designed storm would be more
beneficial to the downstream property owners because the watershed is
large and this will make the situation worse.
• Burk: Questioned why there is a disagreement between the applicant's
engineers and staff.
Ackman: Stated that the stormwater management plan shows that the
100 year storm is a problem for that area. He stated the town created an
enhanced 25 year storm for the area. He stated that everything north of
Town Branch was the area earmarked in the study to retain more than the
standard storms.
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Bettina Guerre, 729 Vanderbilt Terrace, SE, stated she is directly adjacent
to Gateway Drive. She stated the neighborhood will be adversely impacted by
the increased traffic flow on Gateway, loss of the old growth forest, decreased
availability of parking.
Donna Dames, 799 Vanderbilt Terrace, SE, stated she is a 20 year
resident of the Townes of Vanderbilt townhouse community. She asked the
Council to heed the advice of the Planning Commission and staff and not be
swayed by proffers. She requested that the Council do what is best for the town.
Carolyn Young, 345 Shenandoah Street, SE, stated she is a non-resident
property owner and purchased the property because it backs to trees which gives
it privacy. She stated she does not want that to be destroyed by the Greenway
extension.
John Burnham, 114 Slack Lane, NE, stated he is not a resident of the
development, but he has two primary concerns about this development. He
stated the change in status from boulevard to city street is passing up on the
opportunity to have a wide street, which is needed for public transportation. He
stated his other concern is for adequate parking. He stated that real estate values
go down when there is not enough parking.
Tom Jewell, 114 Chesterfield Place, stated he is the real estate broker who
represents the owners of the property. He stated when a church was attempting to
purchase the property, they talked to the Corps of Engineers and their assessment
was that that dam is truly ugly, but if it can survive an Agnes, they would not
make an issue of it. He asked that Council get the toll road extension off the
plans.
Tom Chambers, 1451 Hague Drive, SW, stated he is impressed with the
level of review that is being performed on this development. He stated that it is
difficult for a developer to proffer more and give less density from an economic
standpoint. He stated that decisions have to be made, not just from the
standpoint of the adjacent neighbors, but from the entire town. He stated the
question has to be asked whether the long term economic benefit has to be
considered.
Ralph Ferraiolo, 216 Edwards Ferry Road, NE, stated he loves Leesburg
because of the type of thing that this development represents — smart progress.
He stated that he supports Crescent Parke and that it is an investment in the
community.
Russell Yergin, stated he is president of the Virginia Knolls Community
Association. He stated he is concerned about traffic and run off. He requested
111 that the public hearing be kept open to allow public commentary.
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Victoria Yergin, stated she is the secretary of the Virginia Knolls
Community Association. She asked that her comments be included in the
record, as follows: "There has been no opportunity to review the current staff
report on this application. As such staff reports and Council work sessions will
bring to light various concerns of staff as well as Council. Closing the public
hearings this evening would prohibit the community from oversight of both staff
commentary and Council work sessions. We request the public hearings remain
open throughout the process to enable issues that arise from the process itself be
evaluated by the public.
The issue of water mitigation is upon us again. The applicant states in
their proffer the continuous desire to mitigate or detain to the 100 year flood.
Unfortunately the language referenced for this proffer on Page 14, Note 8 actually
proffers to detain to the 25 year flood. One of the things the applicant wishes to
pursue in this regard is an engineering analysis of the 5,000 acre watershed and
how it may or may not impact Tuscarora Creek. This engineering has as it's goal
mathematical proof that detaining to a 100 year flood event would actually be
detrimental rather than helpful or even wanted. We support this endeavor as
long as it meets sound engineering practice and as long as staff concurs with the
findings and signs off on the proposal. If the analysis cannot prove the
hypothesis, we would like clear language and a written proffer the project will
detain or mitigate to a 100 year flood event.
The reserve area is extremely problematic. The proffer clearly states the
original 90' reserve area with another 10 or so feet added in the form of a trail
amenity of the project. Continuous commentary states the Dulles Greenway will
never be built. Yet it remains on the Town Plan and we are unaware of any
attempt to have it removed. This roadway would be installed on a zero clearance
from the rear fence lines of existing townhome property. There is incredible
anxiety, not only relative to this proposed roadway, but to the proximity of the
applicant's development. The Town of Leesburg cannot guarantee a roadway
will not be built on this reserve area. In the absence of any such guarantee,
something substantial must be done with this totally unacceptable position in
which current homeowner's find themselves. There are only two alternatives.
Have the roadway removed from the Town Plan, or widen the reserve area to a
reasonable and acceptable distance from existing residences. Nobody should
have to fight for the right to have a two lane on/off ramp to a substantial
highway pushed more than 20 feet from their bedroom windows. Yet we find
ourselves here fighting for justifiable relief from an absolutely absurd situation.
The intersection of Gateway Drive and Sycolin Road is currently a traffic
nightmare. Since the completion of the Sycolin Road overpass, traffic has
increased dramatically in this area. More importantly, the sight lines remain
from the existing sight lines prior to completion of the overpass. We have been
advised by staff that the sight lines are mathematically accurate for the distance
they cover, however, the sight lines are totally irrelevant when the speed of a
vehicle essentially cuts the math in two. For any motorist attempting to turn left
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or right from Gateway Drive onto Sycolin Road/Plaza Street, the speed at which
cars are coming around the sight lines, render the currently acceptable distances
useless. The applicant has a relatively substantial transportation proffer as part of
the application. It is imperative this proffer be used to install safe and appropriate
signaling at the intersection of Gateway Drive and Sycolin Road."
The public hearing remains open.
11. RESOLUTIONS AND MOTIONS
a. Fiscal Year 2017 Funding Request for Loudoun Chorale and Loudoun
Lyric Opera
Anne Geiger stated this is a request to provide funding in the amount of
$5,000 for Loudoun Chorale and the Loudoun Lyric Opera. She stated earlier in
the year, the Council approved a match for the Virginia Commission on the Arts
grant. She stated that the application process was online this year and the
Commission on Public Art forwarded recommendations from those
organizations that applied. The two groups in question did not complete the
online application process, although they thought they had.
Council Comments/Questions:
• Gemmill: Questioned whether the switch to online application was
advertised.
Geiger: Stated that it was and that both organizations contend that they
applied, but no application was ultimately received.
• Dunn: Questioned if there was a limit for funds provided to commissions.
Geiger: Stated that commissions have a budget but this is over and above
the budget amount.
• Dunn: Clarified that if the organization had met the timely application
process they were still not guaranteed to be granted the funds.
Geiger: Confirmed that there would have been no guarantee; however,
they had been found eligible and received funds in the past.
• Fox: Stated she did not realize that funds flowed from COPA to FOLPA.
Geiger: Stated that FOLPA is a nonprofit and can apply for any grant
that they want.
• Hammler: Questioned whether they would have a record of completing
the application.
Geiger: Stated the process does have the option of putting in an email
address to get a receipt but none of the organizations did this.
• Hammler: Stated that normally when an organization is seeking a grant,
they go to the meeting when it will be discussed. She stated it is an
unfortunate situation, but it does not warrant redirection of funds.
• Burk: Stated she would like to see the amount increased in support of the
arts since the $5,000 match for the Virginia Arts Grant is the extent of the
town's support of the arts.
• Martinez: Stated he will support any organization that comes forward to
provide arts and culture for the town.
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• Fox: Stated that there were seven successful submissions and if the
Council approves the additional funds tonight, the four organizations that
did not get any funds even though they successfully turned their
applications in. She stated that does not seem fair.
Geiger: Stated that COPA had reasons for not funding those four
organizations. She stated that since these two organizations had received
funds in the past, they probably would have received funds this time.
On a motion by Council Member Martinez, seconded by Vice Mayor Burk the
following was proposed:
RESOLUTION
Authorizing Staff to Appropriate$3,000 to Loudoun Lyric Opera and$2,000 for
Loudoun Chorale for Fiscal Year 2017
Council Comments:
• Dunn: Stated that a previous Council made the decision not to donate to
nonprofits with tax dollars. He stated it would not be fair to the other
groups that did not receive funds to give funds to groups that did not
complete the process.
• Gemmill: Stated that the process was not followed and it would be unfair
to say just because they were granted funds in previous years that they
should be granted funds now.
• Martinez: Stated he is willing to give support since it was endorsed by the
Commission on Public Art.
The motion failed by the following vote:
Aye: Burk and Martinez
Nay: Dunn, Fox, Gemmil!and Hammler
Vote: 2-4-1 (Butler abstaining)
b. Amendments to the Adopted Fiscal year 2017 General Fund Budget
On a motion by Council Member Dunn, seconded by Council Member Gemmill,
the following was proposed:
RESOLUTION
Amending the Adopted Fiscal Year 2017 General Fund Budget
Council Comments:
• Dunn: Stated that the items he has proposed are the results of many
questions to staff. He stated that unused funds will go to debt service and
anything that can be done to speed the process of paying down debt would
be beneficial. He stated that total funding for the public information office
could be reallocated to meeting the town's overall goals. Further, he
stated his belief that the GPS units are not needed.
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• Gemmill: Stated that he feels that looking at individual costs is Council's
oversight responsibility.
• Butler: Stated that the budget was passed unanimously and there were
many opportunities to bring up amendments. He stated continuing to
change the budget is disruptive to staff and the residents. He stated that
changes should be made only if there is a compelling reason.
• Burk: Stated that a decision was made on the budget a couple of months
ago and it is not good business to continually review the same items.
• Martinez: Stated he agrees with the Mayor and Vice Mayor on redoing
the same thing; however, he does agree that places where staff can be
more efficient and productive should be continually reviewed. He stated it
would be a good idea for the Town Manager to keep Council briefed on
efficiency measures that are being undertaken.
• Hammier: Stated that the biggest line item will be addressed with the
outsourcing study. She stated that it could be better shared with Council
how staff finds value in particular memberships through networking and
training that could be better communicated so that Council understands
the return on investment for taxpayer dollars.
• Fox: Stated she understands why the GPS units were requested; however,
she stated that Council Member Dunn may be correct on some of the
memberships and publications. She stated these things need to be looked
at and staff should justify.
• Dunn: Stated the budget is often changed once it has been established.
He stated the public was notified that he would be making suggestions for
cuts. He noted that the undesignated fund balance is the result of
overestimating line items in the budget. He stated some of the
memberships are not required for employment but are "nice to have".
The motion failed by the following vote:
Aye: Dunn and Gemmill
Nay: Burk, Fox, Hammler, Martinez and Mayor Butler
Vote: 2-5
c. Town Council Meetings — Rules of Procedure
On a motion by Council Member Dunn, seconded by Council Member Gemmill,
the following was proposed:
RESOLUTION
Amending the Council Rules of Procedure
Council Comments:
• Butler: Clarified that the two changes would be to allow three members of
Council to bring an item forward for potential action the following day
and the allows an item to be put on a regularly scheduled meeting rather
than the next scheduled meeting.
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• Hammler: Stated her recollection is that three persons moving forward an
agenda item would be limited to a certain number of times per year.
• Dunn: Stated that managing that would be problematic.
• Burk: Stated she does not see a reason to change the rules of order.
• Butler: Stated he feels that Council requests too many information items
now. Further, he stated it is not hard to get four people to agree to discuss
an item at a work session. He stated concern for staffs work load, but
adding an item to the agenda for the next day affects the public
significantly.
• Dunn: Stated the original effort that he brought forward on Item #2 was
to go back to where any Council Member could bring an item up for
consideration. He stated that he compromised with three members. He
stated Item #3 is to not allow someone to make a recommendation during
a work session and have it go to the Council meeting the next evening.
The motion failed by the following vote:
Aye: Dunn, Fox and Gemmill
Nay: Burk, Hammier, Martinez and Mayor Butler
Vote: 3-4
12. ORDINANCES
a. None.
13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. None.
14. NEW BUSINESS
a. None.
15. COUNCIL COMMENTS
Council Member Dunn disclosed a meeting with Mr. Mitchell in reference to
Crescent Parke.
Vice Mayor Burk stated she does not have any disclosures. She thanked Mabel
Costello from the INOVA nursing home for inviting her to the events during the week.
She thanked Stilson Greene and Cerphe Caldwell for organizing the Musicians for
Cancer Can Rock fundraiser. She stated this is a great event that tries to help those who
have been touched by cancer. She congratulated the Economic Development
Department for the successful Small Business awards event and congratulated all the
winners and nominees. She thanked the Salvation Army for their luncheon. She stated
this organization helps over 3,000 families pay rent, buy groceries and pay their bills.
She thanked Michelle Johnson and their volunteers for their 19 years of Relay for Life.
She stated it was moved indoors because of the weather, but it hardly dampened their
spirits. She welcomed the Piano Company to their new home in downtown Leesburg.
She expressed sympathy to the families of Betty Hatrick and Fred Morefield, both long
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time residents who contributed a great deal to Leesburg and Loudoun County's history
and quality of life.
Council Member Martinez: Also expressed condolences to the families of Betty
Hatrick and Fred Morefield. He stated Relay for Life was delightful and he was happy
to see so many young people involved. He noted that the Town of Leesburg's
population is now over 50,000 and staff has 10-15 percent less employees than when he
first came on Council. He stated that staff is doing a phenomenal job of keeping the
level of service high and the quality of life great. He cited the parades, movies on the
lawn, and summer concerts, as examples of the wonderful activities available to citizens.
He stated he would need to be allowed to participate electronically at the next meeting.
Council Member Hammier: Disclosed a conversation with Hobie Mitchell in the
morning. She stated she ran into a couple of representatives of the St. John's property at
the business awards and got a subsequent call on the 19th from Bob Sevila about that
property. She stated the Leesburg Business Awards was a wonderful event with the
transformation of the lower level of Ida Lee with a red carpet and beautiful works of art.
She stated the town has so many incredibly talented people. She congratulated all the
winners and nominees. She noted the grand opening of B3. She stated companies have
graduated from Mason Enterprise Center and they worry they will not be able to find a
large enough space to occupy within the town. She commended Keith Wilson, Barbara
Notar and Tom Brandon for their work with Ms. Butler to come to agreement on
property rights for the last part of Battlefield Parkway. She thanked Principal Runfola at
Simpson Middle School for their achievement of"School to Watch". She stated the
Youth in Local Government program was a huge team effort and she looks forward to
the next year of this project. She stated she will be bringing up removing the Greenway
extension for a future meeting. She requested a press release about the NVTA public
hearing so that citizens will be able to come out to get support for the Route
7/Battlefield interchange. She stated she looks forward to the Memorial Day ceremony
on Monday. She expressed her condolences to Dr. Hatrick on the death of his wife.
Council Member Fox expressed her condolences to Dr. Hatrick on the death of
his wife. She thanked the Economic Development Commission for the excellent Small
Business Awards.
16. MAYOR'S COMMENTS
Mayor Butler disclosed a meeting and phone call with Hobie Mitchell,
Lansdowne Development Group. He stated he talked to Bob Sevila. He stated he is
looking forward to the Memorial Day ceremony and noted the B3 ribbon cutting. He
stated the Small Business Awards was wonderful. He expressed his condolences to Dr.
Hatrick. He stated he attended the Relay for Life event as both of his parents are cancer
survivors and noted at separate times during the event, both he and Council Member
Martinez were "jailed" and had to buy their way out.
17. MANAGER'S COMMENTS
Mr. Dentler had no comments.
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COUNCIL MEETING May 24, 2016
18. CLOSED SESSION
a. None.
19. ADJOURNMENT
On a motion by Council Member Dunn, seconded by Council Member Gemmill, the
meeting was adjourned at 11:22 p.m.
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