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HomeMy Public PortalAbout2023_tcmin0425COUNCIL MEETING April 25, 2023 L L L Council Chamber, 25 West Market Street, 7:00 p.m. Mayor Kelly Burk presiding. Council Members Present: Ara Bagdasarian, Todd Cimino -Johnson, Zach Cummings, Kari Nacy, Vice Mayor Neil Steinberg, Patrick Wilt and Mayor Kelly Burk. Council Members Absent: None. Staff Present: Town Manager Kaj Dentler, Town Attorney Christopher Spera, Deputy Town Manager Keith Markel, Director of Utilities Amy Wyks, Director of Economic Development Russell Seymour, Director of Parks and Recreation Rich Williams, Zoning Administrator Mike Watkins and Clerk of Council Eileen Boeing. AGENDA ITEMS 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION was given by Council Member Bagdasarian. 3. SALUTE TO THE FLAG was led by Council Member Nacy. 4. ROLL CALL a. All Council Members present. 5. MINUTES a. Work Session Minutes of April 10, 2023 — Police Chief Interviews MOTION 2023-086 On a motion by Vice Mayor Steinberg, seconded by Council Member Nacy, the April 10, 2023, Police Chief Interviews Work Session minutes were moved for approval. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Bagdasarian, Cimino -Johnson, Cummings, Nacy, Vice Mayor Steinberg, Wilt and Mayor Burk Nay: None Vote: 7-0 b. Work Session Minutes of April 10, 2023 MOTION 2023-087 On a motion by Council Member Nacy, seconded by Council Member Bagdasarian, the April 10, 2023, Work Session minutes were moved for approval. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Bagdasarian, Cimino -Johnson, Cummings, Nacy, Vice Mayor Steinberg, Wilt and Mayor Burk Nay: None Vote: 7-0 1 1 Page COUNCIL MEETING April 25, 2023 c. Regular Session Minutes of April 11, 2023 MOTION 2023-088 On a motion by Council Member Nacy, seconded by Council Member Cummings, the April 11, 2023, Regular Session minutes were moved for approval. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Bagdasarian, Cimino -Johnson, Cummings, Nacy, Vice Mayor Steinberg, Wilt and Mayor Burk Nay: None Vote: 7-0 6. ADOPTING THE MEETING AGENDA MOTION 2023-089 On a motion by Vice Mayor Steinberg, seconded by Council Member Cummings, the meeting agenda was moved for approval. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Bagdasarian, Cimino -Johnson, Cummings, Nacy, Vice Mayor Steinberg, Wilt and Mayor Burk Nay: None Vote: 7-0 7. CERTIFICATES OF RECOGNITION a. None. 8. PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATIONS a. National Military Appreciation Month Vice Mayor Steinberg read the proclamation for National Military Appreciation Month. b. International Firefighters' Day Council Member Cummings read the proclamation for International Firefighters' Day. c. Mental Health Awareness Month Council Member Bagdasarian read the proclamation for Mental Health Awareness Month. Mayor Burk presented it to Friends of Loudoun Mental Health President Katrina Cole and Board Member and Riverside Hight School Counselor Tracy Wood. Ms. Cole made a few remarks. d. World Ovarian Cancer Day Council Member Nacy read the proclamation for World Ovarian Cancer Day in memory of Ms. Nan Furr of Purcellville, who recently lost her battle to Ovarian Cancer. 2 I Page COUNCIL MEETING April 25, 2023 L L L e. Stroke Awareness Month Council Member Cimino -Johnson read the proclamation for Stroke Awareness Month. f. Independent Bookstore Day Mayor Burk read the proclamation for Independent Bookstore Day and presented it to Birch Tree Bookstore owner Leah Fallon who made a few remarks. g. National Day of Prayer Council Member Wilt read the proclamation for National Day of Prayer. h. Motion to Approve Bike to Work Day MOTION 2023-090 On a motion by Mayor Burk, seconded by Vice Mayor Steinberg, the following was proposed: I move to approve the Bike to Work Day Proclamation to be presented at the May 9, 2023, Town Council Meeting. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Bagdasarian, Cimino -Johnson, Cummings, Nacy, Vice Mayor Steinberg, Wilt and Mayor Burk Nay: None Vote: 7-0 i. Motion to Approve National Drinking Water Week Proclamation MOTION 2023-091 On a motion by Vice Mayor Steinberg, seconded by Council Member Bagdasarian, the following was proposed: I move to approve the National Drinking Water Week Proclamation to be presented at the Apri125, 2023, Town Council Meeting. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Bagdasarian, Cimino -Johnson, Cummings, Nacy, Vice Mayor Steinberg, Wilt and Mayor Burk Nay: None Vote: 7-0 Mayor Burk presented the proclamation to Utilities Director Amy Wyks who made a few remarks. 9. PRESENTATIONS a. None. 3 1 Page COUNCIL MEETING April 25, 2023 L L r L 10. REGIONAL COMMISSION REPORTS a. None. 11. PETITIONERS The Petitioner's Section opened at 7:21 p.m. Kevin Ash. Spoke to Council is support of initiating a Zoning Ordinance amendment to increase the number of rooms allowed for an inn. Audrey Carpenter. Spoke to Council to thank the members for their support of the Country Club Greens Condominiums and specifically to Council Member Bagdasarian for his support moving their request forward of a flashing stop sign at the intersection of Clubhouse Drive and the exit ramp for Route 7. Ms. Carpenter also noted the County was hosting an informational meeting regarding the Westpark property and their plans for developing the property. The Petitioner's Section closed at 7:28 p.m. 12. APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA MOTION 2023-092 On a motion by Council Member Cummings, seconded by Council Member Nacy, the following consent agenda was proposed: a. Special Event Fee Waiver for "BURG" Family Reunion Club's Juneteenth Celebration 2023 RESOLUTION2023-064 Waiving Special Event Fees for "Burg" Family Reunion Club's Juneteenth Celebration 2023 b. Dedication of 1 -Acre Freedom Park Addition Pursuant to County Proffers RESOLUTION 2023-065 Request for Dedication of 1 -Acre Freedom Park Addition Pursuant to County Proffers c. Limited Encroachment Agreement with Cap Cincy. LLC RESOLUTION2023-066 Authorizing the Mayor to Execute a Limited Encroachment Agreement with Cap Cincy, LLC d. Lease of Office Space for Department of Public Works and Capital Projects RESOLUTION 2023-067 Lease of Office Space for Department of Public Works and Capital Projects 4 I Page COUNCIL MEETING April 25, 2023 L L L e. Appointment to the Diversity Commission — Vanessa Borg RESOLUTION2023-068 Appointing Vanessa Borg to the Diversity Commission f. Appointment to the Airport Commission — Ryan Goeller RESOLUTION2023-069 Appointing Ryan Goeller to the Airport Commission The Consent Agenda was approved by the following vote: Aye: Bagdasarian, Cimino -Johnson, Cummings, Nacy, Vice Mayor Steinberg, Wilt and Mayor Burk Nay: None Vote: 7-0 13. RESOLUTIONS /ORDINANCES / MOTIONS a. Appointment of Town Officials to the Liberty Lot Redevelopment Proposal Workgroup Mayor Burk noted Vice Mayor Steinberg and Council Member Wilt were interested in serving on the workgroup as the Council Member representatives. The workgroup consists of two Council Members, staff and the developers. MOTION 2023-093 On a motion by Council Member Nacy, seconded by Council Member Cummings, the following was proposed: RESOLUTION 2023-070 Appointment of Town Officials to the Liberty Lot Redevelopment Proposal Workgroup with Vice Mayor Steinberg and Council Member Wilt as the selected Council Representatives The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Bagdasarian, Cimino -Johnson, Cummings, Nacy, Vice Mayor Steinberg, Wilt and Mayor Burk Nay: None Vote: 7-0 b. Initiation of a Zoning Ordinance Amendment to Revise the Maximum Number of Rooms for an Inn Council and staff discussed how Council can provide direction on the proposed amendments. Mr. Dentler asked Council to provide input directly to staff for consideration at the staff level and with the Planning Commission. 51 Page COUNCIL MEETING April 25, 2023 L L L MOTION 2023-094 On a motion by Council Member Nacy, seconded by Council Member Bagdasarian, the following was proposed: RESOLUTION 2023-071 Initiating an Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance Revising the Maximum Number of Rooms for an Inn The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Bagdasarian, Cimino -Johnson, Cummings, Nacy, Wilt and Mayor Burk Nay: Steinberg Vote: 6-1 14. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. TLOA-2022-0010. 2022 Batch Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments The Public Hearing was opened at 7:34 p.m. Mr. Mike Watkins presented Council with the proposed Zoning Ordinance Batch Amendments. The amendments address: • Certificates of Appropriateness inactivity period • Foundation survey or "Wall Checks" • Minor clarifications for lot line adjustments • Codify "Trade Contractor" use • Clean up from recent Homestay amendment • Pool covers • Temporary Signs Council and staff discussed the proposed amendments. Public Speakers: There were no speakers wishing to address Council. The public hearing was closed at 7:41 p.m. MOTION 2023-095 On a motion by Vice Mayor Steinberg, seconded by Council Member Nacy, the following was proposed: I move to approve the proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments TLOA-2022-0010 based on the findings that the amendments further the objectives of the Town Plan and that the proposal would serve the public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning practice. 6 I Page L L COUNCIL MEETING ORDINANCE 2023-0-009 Amending Zoning Ordinance Articles 3, 6, 7, 9, 10, Batch Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Bagdasarian, Cimino -Johnson, Cummings, and Mayor Burk Nay: None Vote: 7-0 15. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. None. 16. NEW BUSINESS a. None. April 25, 2023 and 15 as Part of the 2022 Annual Nacy, Vice Mayor Steinberg, Wilt 17. COUNCIL DISCLOSURES AND COMMENTS / ADDITIONS TO FUTURE MEETINGS Council Member Wilt disclosed he met with Mr. Kevin Ash. Council Member Bagdasarian disclosed he met with Mr. Peter Burnett, Mr. Kim Hart and Vice Mayor Steinberg. Council Member Nacy shared that a performance club from the Destiny School of Arts would be performing during the May 5 First Friday event in the bank at the corner of King Street and that people should check them out. Council Cimino -Johnson disclosed he met with Ms. Molly Novotny and Ms. Colleen Gillis from Cooley to discuss the Lidl project, with Mr. Trevor Dearman and Mr. Russell Seymour regarding the Crescent Sycolin project and with the residents of Potomac Station regarding the Hamblet property. Vice Mayor Steinberg disclosed he met with the same representatives as Council Member Bagdasarian regarding the Liberty Lot redevelopment proposal and with Mr. Kim Hart and Mr. Andy Shakra of Good Works regarding an AHU project at Oaklawn. 18. MAYOR DISCLOSURES AND COMMENTS / ADDITIONS TO FUTURE MEETINGS Mayor Burk disclosed she met with Vice Mayor Steinberg, Mr. Kim Hart and Mr. Andy Shakra regarding an affordable housing project at Oaklawn. Mayor Burk met with a group of residents from Evergreen Meadows to discuss their concerns with Airport noise. Mayor Burk attended a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new mural on the utility building created by artist Danielle Ferrin. Mayor Burk thanked the Loudoun Girls Softball League for inviting her to throw out the first pitch at their opening ceremony. Mayor Burk noted the Town received its Tree City designation and thanked the Parks and Recreation Department 71 Page COUNCIL MEETING April 25, 2023 L L staff and Utility staff for a fantastic job on the Flower and Garden Show. Mayor Burk congratulated Reverend Grant Gault for celebrating his five years as pastor at Providence Baptist Church. Mayor Burk facilitated an event with a Daisy Troop to reenact a Council Meeting. Mayor Burk met with Ms. Sydney Aguilera who is representing the Native American Indians that were in Leesburg. Ms. Aguilera will be working with the Commission on Public Art to identify ways to recognize these tribes. Mayor Burk attended the Loudoun Bar Association Foundation's Beat the Odds fundraiser which is held to raise money for college scholarships to give students who have beaten the odds and are heading off to college despite the challenges they faced. Mayor Burk recognized Catoctin Elementary student Mr. Caleb Caldwell who served as Mayor for the Day. He and Mayor Burk welcomed SimplyBe and Closet and Range Global Goods at their ribbon cutting ceremonies and visited several Town departments including the Police Department and Airport. Mayor Burk thanked the Environmental Advisory Commission for their support of Keep Leesburg Beautiful at Raflo Park. Mayor Burk reminded everyone there was still time to participate and to contact the Town if supplies such as trash bags, vests and gloves were needed. Mayor Burk welcomed Dr. Lee and Modern Dentistry to Leesburg. Mayor Burk requested a proclamation for Ms. Nancy Ryan in celebration of her 80th birthday and 25`h year as a fitness instructor at Ida Lee. It was the consensus of Council to add this item to a future agenda. 19. TOWN MANAGER COMMENTS a. None. 20. CLOSED SESSION b. None. 21. ADJOURNMENT On a motion by Council Member Bagdasarian, seconded by Vice Mayor Steinberg, the meeting was adjourned at 7:51 p. m. ATTEST: Clerk of Council 2023_tcmin0425 K-ll Burk, ayor Town of Leesburg 8 I Page April 25, 2023 — Town Council Meeting (Note: This is a transcript prepared by a Town contractor based on the video of the meeting. It may not be entirely accurate. For greater accuracy, we encourage you to review the video of the meeting that is on the Town's Web site — www.Ieesburgva.gov or refer to the approved Council meeting minutes. Council meeting videos are retained for three calendar years after a meeting per Library of Virginia Records Retention guidelines.) Mayor Kelly Burk: I would like to call to order tonight's April 25"', 2023, Town Council meeting. If anyone in the room needs hearing assistance, please see the Clerk. Council Member Bagdasarian will be giving the invocation followed by salute to the flag by Council Member Nacy. Please. Mr. Bagdasarian? Council Member Ara Bagdasarian: Yes. Thank you. I'd like to actually-- it's been 16 years since the Virginia Tech shooting, I'd like to observe a moment of silence to honor the memory of those who lost their lives. The senseless act of violence that took place on April 16th, 2007, at Virginia Tech. To all those families and victims of mass gun violence, we offer our deepest sympathies to their families and loved ones. May we never forget the names or their stories, and may we continue to work towards a world where such tragedies never happen again. Let's have a moment of silence, please. [silence] Mayor Burk: Thank you. Ms. Nacy, Council Member Kari Nacy: Please join me in the Pledge of Allegiance. All: I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Mayor Burk: Let the record reflect that all Members of Council are here tonight. I need a motion to accept the work session minutes of April 10"'. Vice Mayor Neil Steinberg: So moved. Mayor Burk: That's the Police Chief Interviews, it was moved by Vice Mayor Steinberg. Second. Council Member Nacy: Second. Mayor Burk: Seconded by Council Member Nacy. All in favor indicate by saying aye. Members: Aye. Mayor Burk: Opposed? That passes 7-0. The work session minutes of April 10th, 2023. Do I have a motion? Council Member Nacy: So moved. Mayor Burk: Council Member Nacy. Second. Council Member Bagdasarian. All in favor? Members: Aye. Mayor Burk: Opposed? That's 7-0. And regular session minutes of April 11th. Do I have a motion? Okay, Kari Nacy. Second. Council Member Zach Cummings: Second. Mayor Burk: Council Member Cummings. All in favor indicate by saying, aye. Members: Aye. Page 1 1 April 25, 2023 Mayor Burk: Opposed? That passes 7-0. I need a motion to adopt the meeting agenda. Vice Mayor Steinberg: So moved. Mayor Burk: Moved by Vice Mayor Steinberg. Second. Council Member Cummings: Second. Mayor Burk: Seconded by Council Member Cummings. Is there any additions or deletions? Seeing none, all in favor indicate by saying aye. Members: Aye. Mayor Burk: Opposed? That passes 7-0. We have no certificates of recognition, but we do have a number of proclamations tonight, and since there are so many, I decided we were going to share them. The first proclamation is the National Military Appreciation Month, and that is Mr. Vice Mayor. Vice Mayor Steinberg: It's me. Good evening, everyone. Whereas each year during the month of May, we are reminded of the important role in the United States Armed Forces have played in the history and development of our country. Whereas the sacrifices made by the members of the United States Armed Forces and their families have permitted our nation's citizens to enjoy the liberties guaranteed by the United States Constitution, and, Whereas everyone owes a great debt of gratitude to those who have sacrificed themselves for our liberty and the security of this nation, and. Whereas through their commitment America's Armed Forces and Veterans have made the world more secure and remind us of how important but vulnerable freedom is, and, Whereas the Town of Leesburg military veterans and enlisted military personnel have served our residents and this country with loyalty and patriotism. Therefore proclaimed that the Mayor and Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia recognized May, 2023 as National Military Appreciation Month and encourage all residents to acknowledge and honor the service sacrifices and contributions of the United States Armed Forces. Proclaimed this 25'h day of April 2023. Mayor Burk: Thank you, Vice Mayor. Council Member Cummings, International Firefighter Day. Council Member Cummings: Proclamation International Firefighters Day, May 4th, 2023. Whereas International Firefighters Day was established in 1999 to remember firefighters worldwide lost in the line of duty while protecting the safety of all citizens. Whereas International Firefighters Day recognizes firefighters who have served their communities and dedicated their lives to the protection of life and properties. A commitment which shows in the form of countless volunteer hours and selfless years working in the industry, and, Whereas this is a time where the world can recognize and honor the sacrifices that firefighters make to ensure that communities and environment are safe without pursuing recognition or reward for themselves. Whereas International Firefighters Day is observed each year on May 4th, when we remember firefighters who have died while serving our community, and when we can show our support and appreciation to firefighters worldwide. Therefore proclaimed that the Mayor and Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia, to hereby encourage all citizens to recognize not only our local firefighters, but those worldwide for their courage, selfless services, and sacrifice. Proclaimed this 25th day of April 2023. Mayor Burk: Thank you, Mr. Cummings. Mental Health Awareness Month, Mr. Bagdasarian. Council Member Bagdasarian: Yes. Whereas May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and whereas it is important to make Leesburg residents aware of the importance of mental health and its impact on the community, and, Whereas the public has learned that stress, isolation, and uncertainty can take a toll on one's well-being. Whereas we stand in solidarity with those who experience mental health conditions and renew our commitment to providing them with the support they need and deserve, and, Whereas the dedicated mental health providers who support improves the lives of so many deserve the community's thanks and respect. Therefore, proclaimed that the Mayor and the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia recognize May 2023 as Mental Health Awareness Month, Page 21 April 25, 2023 and encourage residents to care for themselves, care for their loved ones, and work towards raising mental health and awareness in their communities. Mayor Burk: Thank you, Mr. Bagdasarian. The next one is Ms. Nacy doing the World Ovarian Cancer Day. Council Member Nacy: Thank you. I'm going to read this in memory of Nan Furr of Purcellville, Virginia, who lost her battle to ovarian cancer a few weeks ago. World Ovarian Cancer Day, May 8'h, 2023. Whereas World Ovarian Cancer Day is held each year on May 8th, and, Whereas it was established in 2013 by a group of leaders from ovarian cancer patient advocacy organizations from around the world, who saw the need to take global action to raise awareness about the disease, and. Whereas, ovarian cancer has the lowest survival rate of all gynecological cancers and is characterized around the world by a lack of symptom awareness and late -stage diagnosis. Whereas on this day, ovarian cancer awareness organizations from across the world, will aim to have a singular focus and message for ovarian cancer and its symptoms and will unite to educate their communities, and, Whereas for women living with the disease and their families and friends, this day will build a sense of solidarity in the fight against the disease. Therefore, proclaimed that the Mayor and the Council of the Town of Leesburg, Virginia, recognize May 8'h, 2023 as World Ovarian Cancer Day, and encourage residents to raise their voices in the fight against the disease. Proclaimed this 25th day of April 2023. Mayor Burk: Thank you, Ms. Nacy. Independent Bookstore Day, April 29th, 2023. Whereas the American Book Sellers Association, Independent Bookstore is a one -day national party that takes place at the indie bookstores across the country on the last Saturday of April. Whereas this year's event will take place Saturday, April 29th, and whereas the Town of Leesburg is fortunate to be home to two independent booksellers, such as the Birchtree Bookstore, and Books and Other Found Things, both located in Downtown Historic District. Whereas independent bookstores are not just stores, they're community centers, and local anchors run by passionate readers. Whereas this year is the 10th anniversary of the Independent Bookstore Day to coincide with the ABA announced Celeste Ng, author of three novels, as its inaugural lndie Bookstore Ambassador for 2023. Celeste calls for the book community to join her in support of independent bookstores. Therefore, proclaimed that the Mayor and the Council of the Town of Leesburg, in Virginia, recognize April 29th, 2023 as Independent Bookstore Day, and encourage residents to promote, celebrate, and highlight the value of the independent bookstore community. The next one is the National Day of Prayer. That's Mr. Wilt. Council Member Patrick Wilt: Thank you. Whereas each year, in accordance with public law 100- 307, the President of the United States proclaims the first Thursday in May as a National Day of Prayer. Whereas prayer plays a powerful role in the lives of people of all cultures, religions, and backgrounds while serving as a source of moral and spiritual guidance for millions throughout the commonwealth of Virginia and the nation. Whereas our nation is stronger because we welcome and respect people of all faiths, and whereas we protect the fundamental right of all people to practice their faith of choice, to change their faith, or to practice no faith at all and to do so free from discrimination. Therefore, proclaimed that the Mayor and Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia hereby recognize May 4th, 2023 as the National Day of Prayer, and encourage residents to participate in the manner that is most appropriate to their own religious or spiritual beliefs. Proclaimed this 25th day of April 2023. Mayor Burk: Thank you, Mr. Wilt. I would like to move to approve the proclamation for Bike -to -Work Day to be presented May 9th, 2022 at the Town Council meeting. Do I have a second? Vice Mayor Steinberg: Second. Mayor Burk: That is Vice Mayor Steinberg. All in favor indicate by saying, Aye. Page 3 1 April 25, 2023 Members: Aye. Mayor Burk: Opposed? All right, that passes 7-0. The last one we have, I will read now and then ask for a motion, and this will be presented tonight. This is for the National Drinking Water Week, May 7th to the 13'h. Whereas water is our most valuable natural resource. Whereas drinking water serves a vital role in daily life serving an essential purpose to health, hydration, and hygiene needs. Whereas tap water delivers public health protection, fire protection, support for our economy, and adds to the quality of life we enjoy. Whereas the hard work performed by the entire water sector, whether designing capital project, operators ensuring the safety and the quality of drinking water, or members of the pipe crew maintaining the infrastructure, communities rely on the transport of high -quality drinking water from its source to consumer taps. Whereas the Coronavirus Pandemic shined a light on the importance of drinking water for health, hydration, and hygiene needs. Whereas we are all stewards of the water infrastructure upon which current and future generations depend. Whereas the citizens of our Town are called upon to help protect our source waters from pollution, practice water conservation and get involved with their water by familiarizing themselves with it. Therefore, proclaimed that the Mayor and the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia hereby proclaim May 7'h to the 13'h, 2023 as National Drinking Water Week. Proclaimed this 25th day of April. Do I have a motion? Vice Mayor Steinberg: So moved. Mayor Burk: Vice Mayor Steinberg. A second. Council Member Bagdasarian: Second. Mayor Burk: Seconded by Council Member Bagdasarian. All in favor? Members: Aye. Mayor Burk: Opposed? All right. That passes 7-0. We are done with reading the proclamations, but now -- Christopher Spera: Did you skip that one? Mayor Burk: Oh, I skipped one. We are not done. Mr. Cimino -Johnson. Would you like to read yours? How did I skip that? Council Member Todd Cimino -Johnson: Stroke Awareness Month, May 2023. Whereas one in every six people will have a stroke in their lifetime, and, Whereas strokes are the leading cause of long-term disability placing a tremendous financial burden on individuals, families, and society itself, and, Whereas there are life-saving treatments that must be administered within three to four hours once symptoms begin. Only a very small percentage of patients get to the hospital within the treatment window because most are unable to recognize stroke symptoms or the importance of calling 911 immediately. Whereas the stroke warning signs include sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body, sudden confusion, trouble speaking, or understanding. Additional symptoms include sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes, sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination, and sudden severe headaches with no known cause, and, Whereas National Stroke Awareness Month aims to increase public awareness about the warning signs of stroke, symptoms of a stroke, stroke prevention, and the impact of stroke on survivors, families, and caregivers. Therefore, proclaimed that the Mayor and the Council Town of Leesburg in Virginia recognized May 2023 as Stroke Awareness Month, urge all residents to familiarize themselves with the signs, symptoms, and treatment for stroke, and to recognize stroke as a medical emergency. Proclaimed this 25th day of April 2023. Page 4 1 April 25, 2023 Mayor Burk: Thank you. Thank you all for reading these. It was very helpful not to have to read them all myself. All right. The first one that we will be presenting is to Katrina Cole for Mental Health Awareness Month. Katrina, you have somebody with you. Katrina Cole: Yes. This is Tracy Wood. She is one of our board members and she's a counselor at Riverside High School. Mayor Burk: Would you mind telling us what your organization is? Katrina Cole: First off, we are going to be 68 years old in October. We've been serving the Town and County that long. We are a small volunteer organization that supports individuals in the community who are dealing with mental illness, both the clients and their families. We have a financial assistance program for those who are in therapy through the Department of Mental Health, but we also work with the schools and with the community trying to educate everyone of the importance of taking care of their mental health. I think unfortunately the COVID proved that to us. We don't provide services as such, but we do a lot of connecting. Today one of our board members had someone knock on the door of his company. He was a young man, homeless, I knew he was dealing with some mental issues. My board member called me. We shared phone numbers and such. Within an hour we had the gentleman transported from Sterling to the Emergency Services Center here at the Shenandoah Building, and he was going to be getting the help he needed. That's the kinds of things we do. Mayor Burk: What's the name of your organization? Katrina Cole: Our organization is Friends of Loudoun Mental Health. Mayor Burk: Thank you. How are you funded? Katrina Cole: Our programs such as the financial assistance program is funded through grant. We hired an incredible grant writer, love the girl to pieces. Everything else is by donations. Small, large, we don't care. You'd be surprised what small organizations like mine or like ours can do with $10. We will be holding a walk in October, which is a fundraiser for us. I will make sure Town Council knows because it starts at Raflo Park right here in Leesburg. It's easy to come out and take a mile walk and just support those with mental illness. Mayor Burk: Thank you. Really, truly thank you for all you do. It truly is important and has made a big difference in many people's lives. Katrina Cole: It has. Mayor Burk: Teresa, would you like to say anything? Tracy Wood: I'm good. [laughter] Mayor Burk: Thank you. Again, I want to give you this proclamation and our gratitude for all that your organization does. Katrina Cole: It means a lot to us when the Town does this every year. We really appreciate it. Mayor Burk: All right. Thank you. Katrina Cole: Thank you. Tracy Wood: Thank you. [applause] Page 5 I April 25, 2023 Mayor Burk: Next, I'd like to ask Leah Fallon to come on up. Leah is accepting for the independent bookstores. One of my favorite places in all of Leesburg are the independent bookstores. By the way, I just finished my last book, so I'll be there tomorrow. Would you like to tell us what about your store, and what it means to the community and what you're trying to do? Leah Fallon: Sure. We've been a bookstore in Leesburg for two years and we really build-- it's our second year we're in our final location. Finally, we found home at 11 West Market. We work to connect the community of readers, there's a lot and writers, we have a lot of authors as well. This Saturday is Independent Bookstore Day and it's a nationally recognized day for bookstores and people that love them. We'll be having a party. We are going to have a lot of-- we have 10 local authors that are going to set up outside like a farmer's market. We'll be recognizing them and so we'd love to see everybody. Mayor Burk: What time? Leah Fallon: It's all day, but the local authors will be there from 11:30 until 2:30. Mayor Burk: Do you have any names that you can share with us? Leah Fallon: Oh, we have-- no, no, on top of my head. Mayor Burk: You want to point out one-- yes, yes, okay. [laughter] That's great. We look forward to being there and to meeting the authors and purchasing some books. We really do appreciate all you do. Leah Fallon: We really appreciate when you come to the bookstore and purchase your books in a store rather than on Amazon and that's our big push is that we're not trying to put somebody on the moon. We're just trying to sell books like Amazon. Mayor Burk: You have such a great selection of interesting books. Leah Fallon: Thank you. Mayor Burk: Thank you very much. We really appreciate it. The next one is the drinking water. Is Amy here? Oh, there she is. Sorry, I didn't see you. [laughs] Amy, would you like to tell us about the importance of this. Amy Wyks: Sure. Mayor Burk: Why your background is about this? Amy Wyks: Good evening, Madam Mayor, Council. Appreciate you endorsing this proclamation tonight. I'm Amy Wyks, Director of Utilities here at the Town of Leesburg. This is near and dear to our heart. We definitely appreciate our operators and everything that goes into getting the water source to our customers every day, as well as the wastewater side. We'll just put in a plug on May 20, we will be having a joint open house with Public Works - Mayor Burk: That is fun. Amy Wyks: Yes. You'll be having a Proclamation for Public Works Week later in May. We're sandwiching the open house in between on May 20'h between 9:00 and noon. Mayor Burk: Great, wonderful. Where will it be held? Amy Wyks: It'll be held at the Utility Maintenance Building across from Lowe's on Russell Branch Parkway. Page 6 1 April 25, 2023 Mayor Burk: If you can't find it, look for that great mural that's on the wall there. Sometimes kids will take tours for the water plant. That's one of their favorite things to do and talk about because it's fascinating to see the water come from the Potomac River all dirty. How it goes through all the different processes and comes out clean and bright and comes to our taps. Thank you and all your staff for all that you do. Amy Wyks: Thank you. Mayor Burk: Very important. Amy Wyks: Goodnight. Mayor Burk: Thank you. [applause] All right. That moves us on to presentations-- we have none. Does anyone have a regional commission report today? No. Okay. We have the approval of the consent agenda. I will read them and then-- [crosstalk] I keep missing these things. I'm going to get it together here. Petitioners, which is the most important thing we do. One of the first orders of business is to hear from the public. All members of the public are welcome to address Council on any item matter or issue. Please identify yourself, and if comfortable doing so, give your address for the taped record. Any public speaker will be requested to state their name and please spell it, and that's for the purpose of closed captioning. In the interest of fairness, we also ask that you observe the three -minute time limit. The green light on the timer will turn yellow when you have one minute remaining. At that time, we would appreciate your summing up and yielding the floor when the bell indicates your time is expired. Under the rules of order adopted by this Council, the time limit applies to all. The first name on our sheet tonight is Kevin Ash. Kevin Ash: Hello, Mayor, Vice Mayor, Council Members. My name is Kevin Ash, A -S -H, last name. Mayor Burk: Thank you. Kevin Ash: I'm here to speak a little bit more about the need to increase the number of rooms in an inn as defined by the Town of Leesburg Zoning. I was here last night during work session and heard good conversation and debate about it. There's a few facts that I would like to address that I didn't hear that I think are really important and germane to this topic. First and foremost the governor of building sizes here in this Town is not zoning, but it's really the Board of Architectural Review. These buildings that are being built here in the Town need to meet and be incorporated into the fabric of the Town. A lot of developers get frustrated by that process. Whereas I love great architecture, I've invested millions in this Town and I love this Town. I think it's a really important component, but BAR governs the size of these buildings here in the Town. Zoning doesn't. Secondly, also near and dear to my heart and everybody here, we talk about parking. One of the things that I wanted to talk about was if you took a 30,000 -square -foot building irrespective of its use and started to apply uses to it. If we apply a buy -right -use office, a 30,000 -square -foot building would require 75 parking spaces. Again, a higher demand. An office with retail on the first floor, which is a buy -right -use. I'm speaking of the H1, B1 area would require 84 parking spaces. AN inn of 50 rooms of 30,000 square feet. All three of these conversations are about a 30,000 -square - foot building that's been pre -approved by the Board of Architectural Review. An inn of 30,000 square feet could house about 50 rooms that would need 50 parking spaces. 50 parking spaces, 84 parking spaces for retail office, an all pure office would be 75. I'm running short. The last thing that I'd like to bring up was income for the Town. A 30,000 -square -foot office building would generate about $75,000 worth of tax revenue to the Town. A 30,000 -square -foot inn would Page 71 April 25, 2023 generate about $400,000 for the Town. I ask you all to think about your fiduciary duties here for the Town and recognize that. Mayor Burk: Thank you, Mr. Ash. Kevin Ash: Thank you, everyone. Mayor Burk: There is nobody else that has signed up to speak, but is there anybody in the audience that would like to come forward and speak? Please do so. Give us your name and spell it for the record for the closed captioning record. Audrey Carpenter: Hi, I'm Audrey Carpenter, A -U -D -R -E -Y C -A -R -P -E -N -T -E -R. I bring greetings to Mayor Kelly, Vice Mayor, Council, and Kaj tonight from Country Club Greens, the friend's group. I had an opportunity to meet Councilman Todd and Councilman Patrick who came out to the CCG community approximately a month ago. That was delightful. Then yesterday I had an opportunity to meet with Councilman Ara who is kind of our hero in the community right now because he is pushing the project for flashing beacons at the double stop signs forward. We really appreciate that. I did find out today, and I thought it really important to share with Council that I received an email this afternoon from the Westpark development team. They said that their changes that they made to their application did include flashing beacons. No one had told us, I wasn't aware of it until today. I still think it's the responsibility of VDOT since that's the part of the land that they own there to rectify this problem. A plan B would be perhaps with the Westpark redevelopment to get that done as well. There's going to need to be some back and forth on that and how we figure that out. The other thing I wanted to say is tomorrow night the Westpark, what used to be the Westpark Golf Course, Loudoun County is having a public meeting for input on how they want to develop that park over the next several years. It's public, I encourage those that are interested in that topic to come out and either speak, I'll probably be speaking or just listen and get a feel for what they're trying to do with that park moving forward. Thank you. Mayor Burk: Thank you, Ms. Carpenter. We appreciate you coming out and giving us an update. Is there anybody else in the audience that didn't sign up would like to speak? Seeing nobody, I will close this petitioner section. Thanks to both speakers for coming out tonight. Our next item is the approval of the consent agenda. I will read the items and then ask if anybody wants anything taken off the approval, the consent agenda. 12A is a Special Event Fee Waiver for The Burg Family Reunion Club's Juneteenth Celebration on 2023. B is a Dedication of One Acre of Freedom Park. It's an addition pursuant to County proffers. C is a Limited Encroachment Agreement with Cap City LLC. D is the Lease of Office Space for The Department of Public Works & Capital Projects. C is the Appointment to the Diversity Commission of Vanessa Borg. F is the Appointment of the Airport Commission is Ryan Goeller. That's it on the approval of the consent agenda. Does anybody have anything they want removed? Is there a motion to accept the agenda? Council Member Cummings: So moved. Mayor Burk: Mr. Cummings. Second? Council Member Nacy: Second. Mayor Burk: Second. You're getting fast. Ms. Nacy is getting ahead there. That pass. All in favor? Members: Aye. Mayor Burk: Opposed? That passes 7-0. All right, that takes us to our resolutions. The first one is Appointment of Town Officials to the Liberty Lot Redevelopment Proposal Workgroup. This is just this Page 81 April 25, 2023 workgroup that we put together to look at the Liberty Lot Redevelopment Proposal, and we need two people from the Town Council to participate. Vice Mayor Steinberg said that he would be very interested, as did Council Member Wilt. Are there any other names to go forward at this point? All right. Do I have a motion to accept Vice Mayor Steinberg and Council Member Wilt? Council Member Nacy: So moved. Mayor Burk: Moved by Ms. Nacy. Second? Council Member Cummings: Second. Mayor Burk: Seconded by Council Member Cummings. All in favor indicate by saying, aye. Members: Aye. Mayor Burk: Opposed? That passes 7-0. B Initiation of a Zoning Ordinance Amendment to Revise the Maximum Number of Rooms for an Inn. This is initiating the amendment of the Zoning Ordinance. It is not voting on it at this point. It will have to go before the Planning Commission before it comes back to us but it is initiating. Do I have a motion to initiate this ordinance amendment? Council Member Nacy: So moved. Mayor Burk: Ms. Nacy. Second? Council Member Bagdasarian: I'll second. Mayor Burk: Council Member Bagdasarian, is there any questions or anything at this point on this one, Mr. Cummings? Council Member Cummings: I just had a question for the Town Manager. Does staff need the direction for what we're thinking, or is it staff going to draft the language and move forward? Kaj Dentler: It can go either way. I think if Council wants to provide some direction in advance of things you want us to consider, we'll take that into our discussions at the staff level, and with the Planning Commission, and ensure that we respond back specifically. We also know generally that you have some questions on the various size of rooms, there have been a lot of conversations to date, so whatever is your preference. If you do have specific direction, please provide it and we'll include it. Council Member Cummings: Okay, thanks. Mayor Burk: All right. Mr. Steinberg. Vice Mayor Steinberg: Thanks. No questions, but just a few comments. As I indicated last night, I'm not in favor of reworking this language. I just like to point out that the old Leesburg Inn has been referenced a number of times during this conversation. Frankly, the fact that there was a 50 -room hotel built in Leesburg in 1988 downtown when it was the center of government and literally in the middle of nowhere makes perfect sense. Lots of people had to come here for business and other uses, and of course, they still do that today. That was also before there was any notion of real planning for cities and Town-- cities, let alone small towns. In my opinion should in and of itself not be considered a modern-day benchmark. It's interesting to note that at one time there was a dump in the middle of downtown, but we have since thought better of that idea as well. This has nothing to do about resistance to change. My opinion that there are currently no downtown hotels I think certainly has less to do with our Zoning language, and a lot more to do with perceived market potential and timing. Page 9 1 April 25, 2023 In fact, we suddenly find ourselves with a good fortune of being able to consider not one, but two boutique hotels in spite of what some people are referring to as onerous language currently on the books. To me, this is an indication that language change is not necessary. Our system is working, and in my opinion, some of the changes offered might actually place our planning efforts at a disadvantage when it comes to providing the best environment for our residents, potential businesses, and visitors. Thank you. Mayor Burk: All right. Since this is initiation, I will be voting for it, but I will be looking to see what the impacts are. I would have a hard time going over 40 rooms in that particular location. That's just my look at the issue. My voting for this tonight does not mean that I will vote for it in the end. I got to see all the details and what the implications are. All in favor of this? It was moved by Council Member Nacy, seconded by Council Member Bagdasarian. All in favor of Initiating the Zoning Ordinance Amendment to Revise the Maximum Number of Rooms for an Inn indicate by saying, aye. Members: Aye. Mayor Burk: Opposed? Vice Mayor Steinberg: Nay. Mayor Burk: That would be 6-1. We now have a public hearing. Let me get that one up. All right. I call to order the April 25th public hearing of the Leesburg Town Council. Unless there's an objection, I will dispense with the reading of the advertisement. If you wish to speak, we ask that you either sign up on the sheet in the hallway outside of Council Chambers, but if you did not get the opportunity to do a sign up, we will give you the opportunity to speak. In the interest of fairness, we also ask that you observe the five-minute time limit. The green light in front of you will turn yellow at the end of four minutes, indicating you have one minute remaining. At that time, we would appreciate your summing up and yielding the floor when the bell indicates your time has expired. Under the rules of orders adopted by this Council, the five-minute time limit applies to all. However, rather than have numerous citizens present remarks on behalf of a group the Council will allow a spokesperson for a group a few extra minutes. In that instance, we would ask speakers when they sign up to indicate their status as spokesperson, the group they represent and their request for additional time. Our procedure for the public hearing is as follows. First, there is a brief presentation by staff about the item before us. Second, members of the public that have signed up to speak, we'll be called and given five minutes to make their comments. Public hearing item on the agenda tonight is TLOA-2022-0010, 2022 Batch Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment. Mike Watkins: Madam Mayor - Mayor Burk: Hello, Mr. Watkins. Mike Watkins: -Members of Council. Good evening again. This evening you've got a Zoning Text Amendment that you're going to discuss. This item was initiated by Council on November 15th of last year actually. The purpose, there's several, to comply with State Code changes, implement Town Plan goals and objectives, corrections and clarifications. This year there's a little bit of a focus. We're going to codify some Zoning Administrator interpretations and enhance the usability of the Zoning Ordinance. The proposed batch amendments very briefly address certificates of appropriateness. Currently, we don't have an inactivity period. It requires enhancements to the requirements for a wall check. It makes minor clarifications for lot line adjustments. It codifies the term trade contractor. It cleans up amendments that we dealt with for the homestay in terms of prohibited use referred to as transient occupancy. It addresses current requirements for pool covers and addresses temporary signage. What was deferred since Council has initiated a comprehensive rewrite of the Zoning Ordinance are some minor Page 10 1 April 25, 2023 clarifications that would've required additional staff research. These were recommended to be deferred to the rewrite of the Zoning Ordinances. The first thing I'll address for you very briefly is the certificate of appropriateness inactivity period. This is a withdrawal of the application. Essentially, what this amendment does is it includes inactivity period, where if an applicant stalls on their application, it allows the application to be removed. This is important because if we change requirements while the application is stalled there's a mechanism to withdraw the application. That's essentially the essence of this amendment. The wall check requirement what we've discovered is a vertical difference at occupancy. We don't have a mechanism to help the builder identify vertical adjustments made during the construction. This is an enhancement that will assist builders by identifying potential issues early in the construction process. Again, something that was recently discovered is when you have an existing structure that crosses several lot lines and there are several instances of this in Town. The codification here has it more readily available so that the property owner knows other requirement. As it's written today it's kind of hidden. This would align local regulations with state code and allow the regulation to be more readily seen. Currently, the trade contractor use is hidden in a special exception in our Flex Industrial District. By interpretation, we've allowed this in other districts. To remove this conflict in the Ordinance, this is going to codify a zoning interpretation and add trade contractor to certain districts in the Zoning Ordinance. As I mentioned previously, there was an omission during the homestay review. Homestay is a transient lodging use and currently the ordinance prohibits transient lodging. All this does is remove the term from prohibited uses. Pool covers, our Zoning Ordinance currently does not reflect mechanical covers. What we've discovered is Loudoun County does allow mechanical covers. We're incorporating permissions recognized by the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code to allow mechanical covers for pools. Temporary signs. Lastly, again this was an omission when we comprehensively rewrote the sign ordinance based on the Reid case. We omitted the limitation for signage for temporary signs-- the square footage. Was once in the ordinance, again, it was omitted so we're reinserting it. That's essentially the essence of the ordinance amendments that we're suggesting. There are suggested motions for your consideration, and I'm happy to answer any questions that you may have. Madam Mayor: All right. Does anyone have any questions at this point, Ms. Nacy? Council Member Nacy: I just have one quick question. The slide pool covers, this is a selfish question. The slide says four -foot fencing around pool yard current requirements, proposed permitted safety cover or four -foot fencing. Is that saying you can have a safety cover in lieu of the fence? Mike Watkins: Yes, ma'am. Council Member Nacy: Really? The County allows that, but it has to be mechanical. Mike Watkins: A barrier is required and so long as you're providing that barrier our ordinance has it in a mechanical cover. Yes, ma'am. Council Member Nacy: Okay. Somebody just asked me about this today, so it's good timing. Thank you. Mayor Burk: You're going to sound brilliant when you talk to them. Anyone else have any questions at this point? All right. Does anybody want to make a motion? Christopher Spera: We got a public hearing. Mayor Burk: Oh, that's right. We got a public hearing. Is there anybody else? I'm not doing so well tonight. I'll blame it on that-- the allergy medicine. Is there anybody in the audience that has-- nobody Page 11 1 April 25, 2023 signed up? Does anybody from the audience want to speak on this particular item? There is nobody that is interested in speaking at this point, so I will close the public hearing and ask if anybody wants to make a motion. You need to read the motion. Vice Mayor Steinberg: I move to approve proposed Zoning Ordinance amendments, TLOA-2022- 0010 based on the findings that the amendments further the objectives to the Town Plan. That the proposal would serve the public necessity, convenience, gender welfare, and good zoning practice. Mayor Burk: Is there a second? Council Member Nacy: Second. Mayor Burk: Seconded by Ms. Nacy. All in favor? Members: Aye. Mayor Burk: Opposed? That passes 7-0. That takes us to disclosures. Council disclosures and comments. Addition to any future meetings, Mr. Wilt. Council Member Wilt: One disclosure meeting on the 12th with Kevin Ash about the inn project. Mayor Burk: All right, Mr. Bagdasarian? Council Member Bagdasarian: Yes, this one disclosure. I had a meeting with Vice Mayor Steinberg, Peter Burnett, and what's the other gentleman? Vice Mayor Steinberg: Kim Hart. Council Member Bagdasarian: Kim Hart on the 18th of April. That's him. Mayor Burk: Ms. Nacy. Council Member Nacy: I don't have any disclosures, but I was just going to share on Friday, May 5th, during first Friday Downtown Leesburg in the bank on the corner of King Street there will be a performance club from Destiny School of the Arts that's comprised of third through sixth graders, and it's an actual live band and singers. If you didn't see them perform last year, they're pretty impressive so you should definitely come out. Mayor Burk: Thank you. Mr. Cimino -Johnson. Council Member Cimino -Johnson: I have a couple of disclosures. The first is I met with Molly Novotny, and Colleen Gillis from Coley about the Lidl property. Second, I met with Russell Seymour and Trevor Dearman about the Crescent Sycolin Project. Then the third is I met with residents of Potomac Station about the Hamblet property. Mayor Burk: All right. Mr. Cummings. Vice Mayor. Vice Mayor Steinberg: Nothing for future meetings. Two disclosures. One same meeting with the Council Bagdasarian involving the Liberty Street Lot Project, and another involving Kim Hart of Good Works, and Andy Shakra of Oaklawn regarding the AHU Project there. Mayor Burk: Alright, thank you. On the 14th, I met with ladies from-- there was a group of ladies from Evergreen Meadows, and there is a real concern about the noise coming from the Airport over their community. They have some real concerns. The Airport Director is trying to address those concerns as we speak, so hopefully that will be taken care of. On the 14th, we also did the ribbon cutting for the mural on the Utility building. Danielle Ferrin was the artist. It is really a delightful mural that I think is perfect for the place that it's located, but it's across from Lowe's, and when you drive by you can't Page 12 1 April 25, 2023 miss it, it's great. I want to thank the Loudoun Girls Softball League for inviting me to throw out the first pitch. It was a beautiful day and it was very exciting and very thrilling to see those girls all dressed and ready to go. There were serious players and they started from five years old and went all the way to eighth grade, and then the high school players escorted the teams onto the field and it was a very exciting event. Also on that day, Leesburg received the Tree City recognition, and I want to thank the Parks and Rec for the fantastic job that they did on the Flower and Garden Show. It's something that people look forward to every year, and this year I think was even more spectacular than usual. It just went so well and it was so well received. I want to thank all the staff and all the Utility Department people that worked, and all the police that worked. It was really a very, very good affair. I want to congratulate Reverend Grant Gault. He is the pastor of Providence Baptist Church, and he had a celebration for his five years as pastor and thank you for the invitation. That was great to be there. I had the Daisy's come to a Town Council meeting. They came up here and sat in your seats, and I gave them a scenario that they had to solve, and they acted as if they were you. It was a very nice event. They did a great job. I met with Sydney Aguilera, who is representing the American Indians, the Native Americans that were here. She would like to see some recognition of the American Indians-- all the tribes that were here, and she's going to work through the Commission on Public Art to see if there's not something that we can put together to recognize the forgotten Native American Indians. On the 20th, the Loudoun Bar Association Foundation had a Beat the Odds fundraiser. This organization raises money to do scholarships for children who are heading off to college, who have truly beat the odds. Who are children that come from situations that many of them it's very heart rendering to hear their stories. I want to thank the Bar Association Foundation for inviting me and for raising the money for these scholarships, it's very important for these young kids. Next month, they will be giving out the scholarships and I look forward to attending there. I want to congratulate Caleb Caldwell. He was from Catoctin Elementary, and he was Mayor for the Day on the 2151. He did a couple of ribbon cuttings. He helped me with the SimplyBe and Closet ribbon cutting, and the Range Global Goods ribbon cutting. I want to welcome both of those. From there we went to the Police Department, where the Police Department did a fabulous job of letting him drive the police car-- no, I'm only kidding. It was great. Then we went to the Airport, and then we had lunch, and he was very excited to be able to be here. He played Mayor for a little while too. I want to thank Catoctin Elementary for participating in the Mayor for the Day. I want to thank the EAC for putting together the Keep Leesburg Beautiful on the 22nd at Raflo Park. It was very well attended. Lots of people came and picked up the orange bags and the lovely very attractive covers that you wore-- jackets that the Town gives you. You can still participate. You can call the Town and they will get together the bags and the gloves and the jackets and you can go pick up trash and the Town will pick up the orange bags when you're finished. If you have a group that would like to do it, please let us know. I do have a disclaimer because I met with Vice Mayor Neil Steinberg on the affordable housing at Oaklawn with Mr. Hart and Mr. Shakra. I wanted, today we welcomed Modern Dentistry. Dr. Lee has opened a new practice and it's in the old Pier 1 building, which was a retail shop, and he has converted it into this very cool, very modern, new dentist practice. He, his wife, and his three -month -old baby were very excited to be there and to have the ribbon cutting today. Congratulations to him. Mr. Dentler, do you have anything to add? Kaj Dentler: No comments. Eileen Boeing: Mayor Burk, you asked me to remind you about an addition. Mayor Burk: Did I tell you what -- Page 13 1 April 25, 2023 Eileen Boeing: It was for a proclamation for the recognition for the woman from Parks and Rec. I think you have an email in front of you. Mayor Burk: Oh, okay. Thank you. [laughs] Oh, I do. Okay, thank you. [laughs] That's why I always tell her to remind me. Nancy Ryan has been an instructor at Ida Lee for over 25 years. Her husband has requested that we do a proclamation at the May 23rd Council Meeting to recognize his wife, Nancy. Terry Ryan has asked us to do this. If we could bring it up tonight and it'll be on the next agenda for us to vote, and then the 23rd would be presented. I took a class with Nancy and years and years ago, and it was quite a workout. She's turning 80 and she's still teaching classes at the Ida Lee and she's still working people out. It's not an easy class to take. That'll be fun to see her again. Thank you for that. I do need a second for that. Thank you. Second. Christopher Spera: It's four head nods. Mayor Burk: Four head nods, not heads four. [laughs] All right, thank you. All right, is there anything else at this point? Christopher Spera: Madam Mayor, [inaudible]. [laughter] Mayor Burk: Ha, ha, ha. Do I have a motion to adjourn? Council Member Bagdasarian: So moved. Vice Mayor Steinberg: Second. Mayor Burk: Moved by Mr. Bagdasarian, seconded by Vice Mayor Steinberg. Stop. Don't do that. All in favor indicate by saying, aye. Members: Aye. Mayor Burk: Opposed? That passes. We are now adjourned. Page 14 1 April 25, 2023