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Council Work Session
February 12, 2007
Council Chambers, 25 West Market Street, 7:30 p.m. Mayor Umstattd presiding.
Councilmembers Present: Kelly Burk, Kathryn Sheldon Hammier, Susan Horne,
Marty Martinez, Ken Reid, Kevin Wright and Mayor Kristen Umstattd
Council members Absent: None
Staff Present: Town Manager John Wells, Town Attorney Barbara Beach, Assistant
to the Town Manager Nicole Ard, Assistant to the Town Manager Kathy Leidich,
Director of Capital Projects Management Nagi Elsewaissi, Director of Planning, Zoning
and Development Susan Swift, Director of Engineering and Public Works Tom Mason,
Director of Utilities Randy Shoemaker, Director of Finance Norm Butts, Director of
Economic Development Betsy Fields, Zoning Administrator Brian Boucher, Deputy
Director of Finance AI Long, Chief of Accounting and Reporting Kim Williams,
Transportation Engineer Calvin Grow, Preservation Planner Annie McDonald, Zoning
Planner Wade Burkholder, Senior Engineer Anne Geiger, Management Specialist Tami
Watkins and Deputy Clerk of Council Debi Parry.
AGENDA ITEMS
7:00 Presentation - Water Rate Discussion/Review of Scenarios
David Hyder, Municipal & Financial Services Group, stated he has worked on
two additional scenarios for lowering the out-of-Town surcharge to 75 percent over a
five year period or 50 percent over a five-year period.
Council Member Wright verified the first rate change under this revised plan
would occur on July 1, 2007.
Council Member Martinez stated he would prefer to see a three-dimensional
chart to compare the slope of the increase with the two plans.
Council Member Wright stated in the 10-year reduction plans there is a
significant bump in the rates during Fiscal Year 2008; however, the reduction is
spread evenly in the five-year plan.
Mr. Hyder stated in the five-year plan the necessary increase in 2008 was 28
percent, so that amount was spread over the fiveOyear term.
Council Member Wright verified there would be no negative financial impact
from evenly spreading the increase in the 10-year plan.
Council Member Reid verified this analysis does not assume any lay-offs in
the Utilities Department.
Mr. Wells stated Council could convene in closed session if they would like to
have further discussions regarding the litigation.
Mayor Umstattd stated her preference would be to have any discussion in
open session.
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Council Member Wright verified our deadline to respond to Loudoun County is
mid-March.
Council Member Hammier verified the Crosstrail vote was scheduled for
February 20; however, Peterson Companies has extended the deadline to mid-
March.
Council Member Wright stated at the last AADP Committee meeting
representatives discussed similarities and dissimilarities between the Town and
County Comprehensive Plans and found common ground including the provision of
utilities.
Council Member Hammier asked if there was discussion from the County
representatives specific to the surcharge issue.
Council Member Wright stated the County seems to concur that some
surcharge is reasonable; however, there is still question regarding the reasonable
amount.
Council Member Martinez stated the County has not come forward with a
proposed number and seem to be waiting for the Town's proposal. He suggested
discussing this at the next work session.
There was further discussion of this issue including the possibility of
establishing a Utility Rate Commission.
Council Member Martinez stated lowering the water surcharge will not affect
the County's vote on Crosstrail; however, it will make the annexation discussions
easier.
Council Member Hammier stated the number one goal for the Town is to
retain the right to service the Lower Sycolin Service area which will be decided in the
context of the Crosstrail decision. Further, she expressed her support for working
with the out-of- Town citizens to bring them in to the Town.
Mayor Umstattd questioned the timing of a potential vote.
Ms. Beach stated a public hearing would be required to eliminate the
surcharge.
Council Member Hammier asked Mr. Wells to prepare a report to show what
cost reductions could occur in the budget to equalize the impact of the increased
water rates.
After further discussion it was the consensus of Council to add an item to the
February 20 Council agenda to authorize a public hearing.
Council Meeting of February 13, 2007
1. Appeal of Board of Architectural Review (BAR) Case TLPH-2006-
0109 - Dodona Manor fence
Brian Boucher stated the Town Attorney raised a question regarding what
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is provided in the Zoning Ordinance Section 10.4.5.C.6.1 regarding fences in front
yards. He stated the Zoning Ordinance states in the H1-0verlay District 6-foot
fences are allowed in the front yard where there is a residential use; however,
Dodona Manor is a museum.
Council Member Burk stated she remembers a similar case when she served
as the Council liaison to the BAR where a request for a 6-foot fence in the front yard
of a residence was denied. Further, she asked if the appeal should be before Council.
Barbara Beach stated if this had been handled properly the applicant would
have been directed to request a variance from the Board of Zoning Appeals(BZA).
She stated based on the Zoning Ordinance, neither Council nor the BAR have
jurisdiction to hear this absent a variance from the BZA.
Council Member Martinez verified staff will contact Dodona Manor.
Vice Mayor Horne stated we owe Dodona Manor an apology.
Bob Sevila, Dodona Manor Board of Directors, questioned whether the
location on the property is the side, front or rear yard.
Mr. Boucher stated under the Zoning Ordinance any piece of the property
facing a public road is considered a front yard. He stated this property has two front
yards one along Edwards Ferry Road and one along Market Street.
Mr. Sevila stated this is a Zoning Administrator opinion and generally an
applicant would have the opportunity to appeal such a decision to the BZA. He
asked that Council direct Mr. Boucher to send his opinion to the Board of Directors to
allow for an appeal versus dismissing this appeal.
Ms. Beach stated this was not a Zoning Administrator's decision it was simply
a matter of looking at the code.
Mr. Boucher stated normally if asked for an interpretation he will respond
even if the code is obvious in its meaning.
Council Member Wright verified something has to be sent in writing to the
applicant to dispose of the approval.
Council Member Reid stated this consumed four hours of time at the BAR
level. He stated at every step of the way it seemed Dodona Manor, while owed an
apology, was digging in their heels to get this fence.
Mayor Umstattd stated Mr. Boucher made a compelling point whereby Mr.
Sevila will submit a letter to Mr. Boucher requesting an interpretation to which Mr.
Boucher will respond, and thereby provide the applicant with an opportunity to
appeal to the BZA.
Council Member Wright suggested deferring this appeal until Mr. Boucher has
responded to the applicant and the applicant has received a decision on their appeal
to the BZA.
Mayor Umstattd stated Council is not legally in this loop.
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Ms. Beach stated if the BZA were to grant a variance the issue would go to
the BAR.
There was further discussion regarding this issue and the process the
applicant can follow. It was the consensus of Council to consider deferring the
appeal until such time as the applicant has received a decision from the BZA.
2. Appeal of Board of Architectural Review (BAR) Case TLHP-2006-0140
- traffic signal at Market Street and Memorial Drive
Annie McDonald stated in reviewing the BAR's action and the request for
appeal Ms. Beach identified a provision in the State Code 46.2-1312 that precludes
design review authority for traffic signals. She stated the BAR did act on this item
and other jurisdictions have said that the BAR does not have authority. Further, she
stated Council may choose to dismiss the appeal on the premise that the BAR should
not have acted in the first place.
Ms. McDonald stated in 2005 the Office of Capital Projects Management
submitted a capital project for BAR review, further the Code section pertaining to
BAR authority was amended to state that all capital projects would come before the
Board of Architectural Review. Further, she stated if this decision were to be
dismissed it would mean that traffic signalization projects in the Historic District
would not come to the BAR for review.
Mayor Umstattd suggested establishing a citizens group to advise
on this issue.
Council Member Reid stated Ms. McDonald advised the BAR that the
Engineering and Public Works Department would not approve any other signal. He
stated it would be appropriate to have the Standing Residential Traffic Committee
review this traffic signal rather than a citizens group. Further, he suggested taking
public works projects out of the purview of the BAR.
Council Member Wright stated regardless of the appeal's standing he
would like Council to take action on the design of the intersection to make it more
walkable.
Mr. Wells stated the intersection design and the Standing Residential
Traffic Committee review of that is set for discussion at the February 26 meeting.
Council Member Hammier stated there is an item on the February 20 agenda
to discuss legal representation at the BAR.
Vice Mayor Horne concurred with Council Member Wright regarding the
need for Council to ensure this intersection is pedestrian friendly.
Presentation
3. 2006 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and Budget Update
Norm Butts recognized Deputy Director of Finance AI Long, Chief of
Accounting and Reporting Kim Williams and thanked them for their outstanding work
on the audit. Further, he introduced Mensel Dean and Mike Garber from the auditing
firm of PBGH.
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Mike Garber, PBGH, provided an overview of the comprehensive annual
financial report (CAFR) including the unqualified opinion and the management letter.
Vice Mayor Horne stated one of the reportable conditions was that an
employee in the Finance Department was responsible for the MUNIS system
administration and verified that function had been turned over to the Information
Technology Department.
Council Member Hammier asked when Mr. Wells will present his budget and
when Council's budget work sessions will begin.
Mr. Wells stated the proposed budget will be presented on February 27. He
stated staff anticipates holding the public hearing in March and adoption of the
budget in April.
There was further discussion regarding the debt levels and thresholds.
Council Member Hammier stated she would like staff to take a hard look at
the budget and ways to offset the water rate increase.
Council Member Wright stated the letter mentioned there were two
accounting policies that were issued, but not adopted as of June 30, 2006. He
verified those items are internal and do not require Council action.
Council Member Reid stated $399,000 was transferred from the General Fund
to the Airport Fund and expressed his desire to put a plan into place for the airport to
be self-sufficient. Further, he stated the Town is making progress to reach the Town
Plan goal of 55 percent total revenue from business.
Mr. Wells stated Mr. Butts will provide an overview of the budget to be
presented in two weeks. He stated our goal has been to minimize the impact on the
homeowner's tax bill and therefore we will advertise a tax rate of 18 cents. Further,
he stated residential tax assessments have decreased; however, Council took action
in last year's budget to help the Town through the anticipated two-year downturn in
the market.
Mr. Wells congratulated Mr. Butts and his staff for their work on the audit and
proposed budget.
Mr. Butts provided an overview of the residential assessments and the
effective tax decrease for the average homeowner under the proposed 18 cent tax
rate.
Council Member Hammier asked the ratio of commercial versus residential tax
revenue.
Mr. Wells stated looking at commercial and industrial assessments of $1.2
billion that is about 18 percent of the total. He stated the ratio of 55 percent to 45
percent as discussed earlier takes into account all revenues.
Mr. Butts stated total revenue minus total expenditures leaves us with a
deficit of $3 million dollars to be covered by using part of the undesignated fund
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balance. He stated overall we are in good shape; however, the budget will become
more difficult next year unless the economy improves.
Mayor Umstattd stated the CAFR stated there was a transfer of $399,000 to
the Airport Fund; however, this report states there will be a transfer of $236,000 in
fiscal year 2008 and asked why the transfer is significantly less.
Mr. Butts stated there was no transfer from the General Fund to the Airport
Fund in 2005 so the $399,000 accounts for two years.
Council Member Martinez verified the transfer accounts for a subsidy to cover
the revenue/expenditure gap in the Airport Fund. He asked if the amount has been
decreasing.
Mr. Butts stated the amount changes based on depreciation and debt service.
Mr. Wells stated this represents a budget that will account for $1.3 more than
we anticipated in the Fiscal Year 2006 budget to balance the budget. He stated with
the carryover we will be able to cover that and will also set aside $ 2.1 million for a
revenue stabilization budget so we can pick up those funds for the FY 2009 budget
unless the economy improves substantially. He stated we have a number of projects
that will be breaking ground soon including the Fort Evans Plaza II project. Further,
he stated this budget will allow us to maintain the overall service levels, continue the
capital project program and provide relief to the average tax payer.
Council Member Hammier asked if we have or expect to have any savings
from the implementation of MUNIS.
Mr. Wells stated staff anticipates some of the modules included in the
program will increase overall efficiencies.
Council Member Hammier stated the report indicates there is $1.4 million
available for capital projects and asked if those funds are earmarked.
Mr. Butts stated those funds are over and above the funds already earmarked
in the capital projects program.
Mr. Wells stated our debt ratios have been increasing and Council may want
to look at replacing debt on future projects.
Council Member Reid thanked Mr. Wells and Mr. Butts for their efforts. He
asked for an explanation of the $750,000 economic development reserve.
Mr. Wells stated this proposal would look at a revenue stream in lieu of a tax
increment district for initiatives such as the alley project or improvements to creek
beds in Town for a river walk project.
Council Member Reid expressed concern with the amount of money going into
the revenue stabilization fund when we have many outstanding capital projects and
the debt service is increasing. He asked the balance of the Uran funds.
Mr. Butts stated there is a balance of $1.4 million.
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Mayor Umstattd announced that today is Marty and Doris Martinez's 26th
wedding anniversary.
Council Meeting of February 13, 2007
4. LCSA Presentation - Rick Thoesen
Rick Thoesen, Deputy General Manager for the Loudoun County Sanitation
Authority (LCSA), stated the purpose of this presentation is to obtain the Town's
approval for the Leesburg Department of Utilities to work with LCSA for the sole
purpose of exploring the feasibility of a single waste-water conveyance system for
the Lower Sycolin Sewer Shed. He stated when speaking to Mr. Wells and Ms. Beach
there was some concern as to whether or not this is done often; however, LCSA has
inter-jurisdictional agreements with Fairfax Water, City of Fairfax, DC Water &
Sewer, Fairfax County and the Town in emergency situations.
Mr. Thoesen outlined the location and engineering of a shared system. He
stated the planning cost estimate for one shared system would be $18 million; $11.2
million from LCSA and $6.8 million from the Town. He stated the estimated costs for
dual systems is $23.7 million; $14.1 million from LCSA and $9.6 million from the
Town.
Council Member Burk verified the projects are based on the rezoning
approval and of Ridgewater and Crosstrail.
JLMA.
Vice Mayor Horne stated a lot of this depends on what happens with the
Mr. Thoeson stated this information was presented to the Loudoun County
Board of Supervisors' Land Use and Transportation Committee on January 22.
Council Member Martinez stated his concern regarding the Waste Water
Treatment Plant capacity needed in the future and asked if LSCA would pay
their share if an expansion is required.
Mr. Thoeson stated LCSA would pay their fair share. He stated this
agreement would have to be in the Town's best interest and would not work if
the Town did not have the necessary capacity.
Council Member Hammier stated the proposed Ridgewater development
is not in our proposed Joint Land Management Area (JLMA); however, it is
important for us to have this level of dialog regarding the potential benefits of
working with LCSA in our JLMA. Further, she asked Mr. Thoeson to comment
on the cost deferential of the Town extending the current line to Crosstrail for
water versus any proposals to have LCSA provide the water and sewer to the
same area.
Mr. Thoeson stated he has not done any analysis; however, he believes the
Town is in a much better position to provide water to Crosstrail than LCSA.
Council Member Wright verified LCSA is in a position where they need
additional capacity and this is one way to get that capacity. He stated the Town's
joint planning area is going to grow and will need sewer service. Further, he stated
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in the County there is currently a proposal for Ridgewater and a plan for LCSA to
provide service to that area.
Mr. Thoesen stated the desire to partner with the Town's utilities is to
preserve LCSA's service area.
Council Member Reid stated the Peterson Company did a study indicating the
rates to their customers would be less if utilities were provided by LCSA as opposed
to the Town.
Mr. Thoesen stated he has not seen that report. He stated they may be
referring to user rates as opposed to construction costs.
Council Member Reid verified we are not required to provide utility service to
Crosstrail.
Council Member Martinez stated LCSA and the Town seem to work well
together.
Mayor Umstattd asked when LCSA's Broad Run Plant will be operational and if
the approval of Ridgewater or Crosstrail would have any effect on that timeline.
Mr. Thoeson stated approval of those projects would have no impact on the
plan to open the facility in approximately one year.
Mayor Umstattd stated if this agreement were to proceed LCSA would hope to
purchase capacity at wholesale rates and asked how that would be defined.
Mr. Thoeson stated we would pay for the portion of the plant that would
satisfy our need.
There was further discussion of the provision of service to Bolen Park and the
Loudoun County Detention Facility
Council Member Hammier verified the Town could more readily provide utility
service to this area than LCSA.
S. Rezoning application TLZM-200S-0002 - amendment to existing
Oaklawn rezoning concept plan and proffers
Mr. Burkholder stated the applicant is requesting flexibility in the location of
one automobile service station and an increase in the maximum day care square
footage from 7,500 to 10,000 square feet. He stated the applicant has addressed
staff's concerns and staff now recommends approval of this request.
Vice Mayor Horne stated when a developer is coming in with a major
project the financial and market landscape can change. She stated when we can
work with someone who is making a major investment in our community it makes
sense to work to resolve the issues to the benefit of the Town's residents.
Council Member Martinez verified the Planning Commission voted 4-2 for
denial of the application.
Council Member Wright stated the application before the Planning
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Commission included a request to condense the road infrastructure and the scope of
some phases. He stated just prior to the November 2 meeting an email was sent by
Ms. Beach questioning whether or not the minimum acreage in the PRC for a mixed-
use center applies or could be enforced.
There was further discussion regarding the status of the Oaklawn public
hearing scheduled for tomorrow night given the meeting has been continued to
February 20. It was the consensus of Council to have four members arrive for the
meeting to open it and continue all items to February 20.
Council Member Reid stated when this was first presented Oaklawn planned
to accelerate the construction of Battlefield Parkway and asked if that is still planned.
Mr. Burkholder stated they are proceeding in that manner; however, it is not
required in the proffers.
Council Member Reid commented on the letter written by Colleen Snow,
attorney for the applicant, regarding how they have been treated during this process.
He stated there is no fault with the Town Attorney; however, he wishes someone on
Council or the Planning Commission had a grip on the policy issues. Further, he
stated Ms. Snow indicated the Town has an unpredictable process and has been
uncooperative.
Colleen Snow, attorney for the applicant, stated she would prefer that the
public hearing be readvertised unless four members of Council are able to
come to Town Hall to open the meeting tomorrow night.
Mayor Umstattd expressed her approval of this request.
6. Awarding the design and engineering services contract for Battlefield
Parkway from Evergreen Mill Road (Route 621) to South King Street
(Route 15) to Rinker Design Associates, P.C.
Nagi Elsewaissi stated staff recommends award of this contract to Rinker
Design and Associates for $455,000.
Council Member Burk verified the contract is within the range of what staff
anticipated for the project.
Vice Mayor Horne stated it is very exciting that this portion of Battlefield
parkway will be completed in three years.
Council Member Hammier asked when the sidewalk on Market Street would
be completed.
Mr. Elsewaissi stated we will advertise for construction within the next month
and construction should be complete by the end of summer.
7. Adopting the Tree Preservation and Replacement Guidelines for
Capital Projects and authorize the Town Manger to make further
revisions
Anne Geiger stated these guidelines were inspired by Council's desire to
protect and enhance the tree canopy. She stated Capital Projects Management
worked with the planning staff and the Tree Commission to establish the
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recommended guidelines. Further, she stated the Wilson/Pershing project was used
as a pilot and through these guidelines staff was able to ensure residents that their
trees would likely survive.
Ms. Geiger stated the cost of implementing these guidelines is incidental
to the overall cost of the projects. Further, staff has taken $6,000 from the
Harrison Street project and established the Tree Bank as requested by the Tree
Commission.
Council Member Burk asked how many trees were lost during the
Wilson/Pershing construction.
Ms. Geiger stated 11-15 trees were lost, most of which were located within
the right-of-way.
Council Member Burk asked if the trees were replaced.
Ms. Geiger stated the tree replacement policy was not in effect for this
project; however, several street trees were planted. She stated during the
Harrison Street project we lost four trees and planted six.
Council Member Reid asked if we ask private developers to abide by these
guidelines.
Ms. Beach stated we can ask a developer to abide by the guidelines;
however, we can not require them to.
Council Member Reid asked that language be added to the resolution to
require staff to provide these guidelines to private parties who are constructing
private projects.
8. County Office Space Task Force recommendation
Mr. Wells stated last week the task force had a discussion regarding a
potential communication with the County regarding the office space proposal that is
due next week. He stated the priorities identified in that discussion included the
Town's interest in remaining as the County seat and support of private development
proposals in and around Leesburg in lieu of proposals further east. Further, he stated
the Town may be interested in looking at opportunities to partner with the County if
they were to look at existing county or school owned land for administrative offices.
Council Member Burk stated we have no way of knowing what the County
has already discussed. She stated do not know if it would be more beneficial for the
Harrison Street building to house court offices or commercial offices. Further, she
stated she has concerns with the process and the lack of information.
Vice Mayor Horne stated she is also concerned that the County is not
seriously looking at Leesburg. She stated 66 percent of the County's employees live
in Town or west of Leesburg. Further, she stated she has called many of the
engineering offices in Town and was told that they may move if the County
relocates.
Council Member Martinez stated he would like the County government to stay
here; however, should not panic about the possibility of the County offices leaving.
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Council Member Hammier stated two years ago Supervisor Burton was quoted
as saying the County offices should expand to the Shellhorn property. She stated
because there are so many other key benefits the County will look at and we have an
opportunity to weigh-in.
Council Member Wright stated the Parks and Recreation Commission is
already working to have a dialog with the County's Commission as the expiration of
the Ida Lee rate agreement is approaching. He stated we do not want to undermine
people in the private sector who want to present proposals; however, we want to
keep in mind the value of using public land.
Council Member Reid stated we have known for over a year that the
County was considering this move. He concurred with the Vice Mayor regarding the
commuting impact and the hardship it would present to the County's employees.
Further, he asked if the Town has committed to providing water and sewer to the
Shellhorn site.
Council Member Burk stated we have agreed to extend water and sewer to
the site for a park use.
Council Member Reid suggested offering to extend utilities for this
government use.
Mayor Umstattd stated Council sent an email to Supervisor Jim Clem a little
over a year ago asking that he protect Leesburg's interests in this debate; however,
she did not recall receiving a response from him at that time. She stated when
Mayor Clem and a previous Council authorized the expenditure of $3.8 million to
keep the County offices here they envisioned that was a permanent fix. Further, she
stated she would support an expedited review process if the County were to consider
a location in Town; however, she would not support an additional expenditure of tax
funds.
Council Member Hammier expressed the need for a diversified economic
base; however, it is a fair assumption that the Courts will fill up the space in the
Harrison Street building. Further, she suggested having a serious discussion with
the County regarding joint benefits as we have to compare that cost with the
potential economic impact.
Consent Items for February 13, 2007
9. Making an appointment to the Commission on Public Art
There was no discussion of this item.
10. Requesting the Virginia Department of Transportation to accept
certain streets
There was no discussion of this item.
11. Declaring the Town's intention to reimburse itself from the proceeds
of one or more financings for Capital Projects
There was no discussion of this item.
12. Authorizing a joint public hearing for Loudoun County temporary
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commuter parking lot Zoning Ordinance amendment and special
exception
There was no discussion of this item.
13. Authorizing a joint public hearing for Union Cemetery expansion
special exception
There was no discussion of this item.
For consideration and discussion:
14. Legislative Update
There was no discussion of this item.
15. Crosstrail Update
Mr. Wells stated the follow-up meeting of the County's Transportation and
Land Use Committee is set for Monday, February 26 at one o'clock. He stated
Council sent a letter to the County Board of Supervisors; however, the letter could
be formally presented at the next Board meeting. Further, he stated the next
opportunity for formal action on the project is mid-March.
Council Member Burk stated she would like to set a time to formally present
the letter.
Mayor Umstattd stated the letter could be presented at the Board meeting
next week or at the first meeting in March.
Mr. Wells suggested speaking at the Board meeting next week.
Council Member Reid stated it was his understanding that Peterson
Companies agreed to include allow us to use the money for the Sycolin Road flyover,
Sycolin Road widening or Battlefield Parkway.
Ms. Swift stated the proffers have never stated that the Town gets the
money. She stated the money goes to the County and they are not bound by any
particular projects.
16. Update on ZM-159 Oaklawn proffer #12(A) Fire and Rescue
Dedication
Brian Boucher stated when this proffer was approved it provided the option
for dedication of a two-acre site or cash for the fire and rescue services. He stated
Oaklawn has found a suitable two-acre site on their property which fire and rescue
personnel have accepted. Further, he stated a resolution has been prepared for
Council to formally accept the provision of land to satisfy this proffer.
There was no Council discussion of this item.
17. Request for a loading zone at 212 Loudoun Street
Betsy Fields stated Ms. Linda Conry, Four Shabby Chicks, was here a month
ago asking that a loading zone be created in front of her property. She stated staff
looked at the site and spoke with the adjacent business regarding this request.
Further, she stated staff is proposing the creation of a loading zone and a "No
Parking" zone in front of 212 Loudoun Street and further recommends the initatiation
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of a Town Code amendment to install a parking meter in front of La Chocita Grill at
210 Loudoun Street.
Council Member Burk asked if Ms. Conry wanted the "No Parking" zone.
Ms. Fields stated the reason for the "No Parking" zone is that the road is not
wide enough at that point to accommodate a parking space. She stated people are
currently parking there which creates a dangerous situation.
Vice Mayor Horne stated she would support the loading zone, but would not
support the removal of the parking space because parking is needed in that area and
there are limited options.
Council Member Martinez stated he supports the removal of the parking space
because it is unsafe. Further, he expressed his support of the loading zone.
It was the consensus of Council to proceed with the loading and no parking
zones.
For information only:
The Town Council work session of February 26, 2007:
a. BAR H-2 Boundaries
There was no discussion of this item.
b. Airport Master Plan
There was no discussion of this item.
c. Creation of a Town Charter Task Force
There was no discussion of this item.
d. Possible relocation of the Loudoun Chamber of Commerce
There was no discussion of this item.
e. Loudoun Street Addition Update
There was no discussion of this item.
f. Efficiency audits for Town Departments
There was no discussion of this item.
g. Market Street/Memorial Drive traffic design
There was no discussion of this item.
h. BAR Enforcement
There was no discussion of this item.
Adjournment
On a motion by Council Member Martinez, seconded by Vice Mayor Horne the
meeting adjourned at 10:58 p.m.
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