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COUNCIL WORKSESSION
May 8, 2000
Council Chambers, 25 West Market Street, 7:00 p.m. Mayor Clem presiding.
Councilmembers Present: George F. Atwell, Mervin V. Jackson, Leonard McDonald,
Kristen Umstattd, B. J. Webb and Mayor Clem. Councilmember Zoldos was not present
for this meeting.
Staff Members Present: Bob Noe Town Manager, William Donnelly Town Attorney,
Director of Finance Paul York, Budget Officer Mike Freda, Deputy Town Manager Phil
Rodenberg, Director of Engineering & Public Works Thomas Mason, Chief of
Comprehensive Planning Jerry Mucci, Planner Stacey Rothfuss, Planner Kristie Lalire,
Airport Director Juan Rivera, Assistant to the Town Manager for Economic Development
John Henry King, Director of Parks and Recreation, Kaj Dentler, and Acting Clerk of
Council Mary Mack.
AGENDA ITEMS
1. AQenda for Council MeetinQ of Tuesdav, Mav 9, 2000:
Vice Mayor Webb asked for an explanation of #8 on the agenda. Mr. Noe explained
that the fee is for the western pressure zone and because it was missed when the
house was permitted, two years ago, it is recommended that this fee be waived.
#ZM-161 Stacey Rothfuss briefly reviewed the history of this application and stated
that staff is still recommending denial. Mayor Clem then recognized the applicant,
represented by Randy Minchew who clarified the inconsistencies in the proffers and in
turn introduced Bill Fissell who reviewed the implications of using public streets as
requested, pointing out how it affects the loss of lots and the inability to do some
architecturally pleasing amenities for the homes. The review was that there could be
64 units with private streets, 60 units with public streets and waivers for side and rear
yard setbacks and 54 units with no waivers. Ken Berg was present and stated that
Ryland is not prepared to provide any private streets and will instead build the
townhouses as originally proposed. He pointed out the inconsistencies that would be
caused by the H.O.A. fee structure if some of the homes were on private streets and
others on public streets. Councilmember Atwell confirmed that there would be trash
pick up on the private streets, and that there would be police patrol for the area even
with the private streets.
7:30 p.m. Council member McDonald joined the meeting at this time.
There would not be school bus pick up on the private streets, and Mr. Berg pointed out
that even if Hanrahan Parkway were public, there are no guarantees that the school bus
would come on.
At Ms. Umstattd's request, Mr. Mason confirmed that VDOT will not accept the
private streets at some time in the future because while they are built to some private
street standards they do not meet Qll and VDOT requires that they meet all standards.
This item will be on tomorrow's agenda for action.
COUNCIL WORKSESSION MINUTES FOR 5/8/2000
Page # 2
#SE-2000-03 - bv Dale Lumber Co.
Stacey Rothfuss reviewed this application for the Council, outlining the approval
by the Planning Commission and the rationale for denial by staff. Brent Clark was
present for the application and explained that use of this lot is for a transition when
they move from Fairfax County. He told of a 7-year time line, noting that the requested
special exception would end in seven years and then they would have to apply for a
second special exception, if needed. He pointed out that the subject property is not
visible from Route 7 or the bike trail or Kincaid Forest due to the terrain. Ms. Umstattd
stated she would like to see other wording regarding toxic or hazardous materials.
Initiatina a ioint DubUc hearina
Jerry Mucci was present for this matter and also Dr. Sam O'Donnell. Mr.
O'Donnell informed the Council that the School Board has a contract on the property
and it needs a zoning change pointing the urgency of the action. He stated they would
like to be able initiate construction no later than July 1.
Fee Waiver Reauest bv M.A.D.D.
Mr. Noe explained the confusion over this request. On motion of Ms. Webb,
seconded by Ms. Umstattd, the Council voted unanimously to grant this waiver from the
Police Department Uran funds. This matter will appear on the next meeting for action.
Mayor Clem asked Mr. Donnelly to prepare an information packet regarding fee
waivers to this council prior to June 30. Mr. Donnelly stated that he and Mr. Rodenberg
will prepare this information.
Budget Considerations:
There was discussion regarding the $50,000 not granted to Loudoun Tourism to
be put into the Economic Development's departmental budget. Staff was asked to
contact the NE Coalition if the expanded funding from the YMCA funds would be helpful
to their summer program. There was continued discussion regarding the $50,000 for
tourism and the need for a grants writer. Mr. Atwell stated a need to meet with the
Economic Development Commission. Councilmember McDonald asked if the Chancellor
Street trails approved in the CIP and was told that it is, Project #11 for right-of-way
acquisition and design with construction for FY 2002. He stated that based on the
citizen concerns, he cannot approve a CIP if it includes monies for the bike trail. Ms.
Webb stated she has concerns that the South King Street project is only to Governor's
Drive and she has concerns that VDOT will not fund the pedestrian access. Mr. Atwell
stated a concern that the reserve is being reduced by 99 percent.
Paul York asked for clarification regarding the $50,000. It was decided that the
$609,000 for debt reduction would not be touched. Mr. Noe stated that the economic
development position is still in the budget and is funded - this was the solution to
increased tourism.
Mr. Noe announced that he will be asking Council to go into closed session at
tomorrow's meeting for legal matters. Mayor Clem asked that Ms. Farmer notify the
press.
The meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
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