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06-05
DS:ds
At a regular meeting of the Board of Supervisors of Fairfax County, Virginia,
held in the Board Auditorium of the
·
Chairman Gerald E. Connolly, presiding
·
Supervisor Sharon Bulova, Braddock
District
·
Supervisor Penelope A. Gross,
·
Supervisor Catherine M. Hudgins,
Hunter Mill District
·
Supervisor Gerald W.
·
Supervisor Dana Kauffman,
·
Supervisor Elaine McConnell, Springfield
District
·
Supervisor Linda Q. Smyth, Providence
District
Supervisor Michael Frey, Sully District, arrived
at
Supervisor Joan M. DuBois, Dranesville District, was absent from the entire
meeting.
Others present during the meeting were Anthony H. Griffin, County Executive;
David P. Bobzien, County Attorney; Catherine A. Chianese, Assistant to the
County Executive; Regina Thorn Corbett, Assistant to the County Executive;
Nancy Vehrs, Clerk to the Board of Supervisors; and Patti M. Hicks, Deputy
Clerk to the Board of Supervisors.
BOARD MATTERS
1.
ABSENCE OF DRANESVILLE DISTRICT SUPERVISOR
JOAN DUBOIS (
Chairman Connolly announced that Supervisor DuBois, Dranesville District,
will be absent from the meeting today because she is tending to family matters
in
2. MOMENT OF SILENCE (
Chairman Connolly asked everyone to keep in
thoughts the men and women in uniform serving the country overseas.
AGENDA ITEMS
3. CERTIFICATE
OF RECOGNITION PRESENTED TO MS. ELLENA SOULE (
Supervisor Frey moved approval of the Certificate
of Recognition presented to Ms. Ellena Soule for her timely response
in an emergency situation. Supervisor
Hyland and Supervisor McConnell jointly seconded the motion and it carried
by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
4. CERTIFICATE
OF RECOGNITION PRESENTED TO MR. JEFF KARATZ (
Supervisor Gross moved approval of the Certificate
of Recognition presented to Mr. Jeff Karatz for nearly two decades
of work in the community. Chairman
Connolly seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor
DuBois being absent.
5. PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING
Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to
Vice-Chairman Bulova and moved approval of the Proclamation to designate
Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman
Connolly.
6. PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING
Supervisor Gross moved approval of the Proclamation
to designate
Chairman Connolly noted that each Board Member
had received a blue bag which he said was their “clean-up kit” complete
with gloves, so that they could all spend some time volunteering in cleaning
up the streams and watersheds. On
behalf of the Board, he thanked the Fairfax Watershed representatives for
the bags.
The question was called on the motion and it
carried by a vote of eight, Supervisor Frey being out of the room, Supervisor
DuBois being absent.
The Alice Ferguson Foundation presented each
Board Member with a certificate of appreciation in recognition of their
outstanding support of the Potomac River Watershed Clean-Up and their leadership
role in promoting Countywide trash cleanup initiatives.
Following discussion, regarding the cleanup
efforts, it was noted that additional volunteers are still needed and further
information is available on the website at www.potomaccleanup.org.
Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to
Vice-Chairman Bulova and asked unanimous consent that the Board direct the
Office of Public Affairs to publicize on Channel 16 the need for volunteers
to help with the cleanup efforts. Without
objection, it was so ordered.
(NOTE: Later
in the meeting, action was taken regarding the Potomac River Watershed.
See Clerk’s Summary Item CL#30.)
7. PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING APRIL 2005 AS “CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH” IN
Chairman Connolly moved approval of the Proclamation
to designate April 2005 as “Child Abuse Prevention Month” in
Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman
Connolly.
On behalf of the Advisory Social Services Board
(ASSB) and the Department of Family Services, Ryan Kelly, Chairman, ASSB,
presented Board Members with a blue ribbon lapel pin which represents the
Blue Ribbon Campaign “Keeping Kids Safe” and a basket with samples of some
of the public information material and encouraged them to display it in
their district offices.
8. PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING MARCH 28–
Supervisor Bulova moved approval of the Proclamation
to designate March 28–
Audrey Spencer-Horsley, Associate Director,
Real Estate Finance and Grants Management Division, Department of Housing and Community Development,
noted that Northern Virginia communities have been working together to highlight
how important Community Development Block Grant funding is to the community.
She distributed a video card, which was produced by the
(NOTE: Later
in the meeting, the Board took action regarding funding for the block grants.
See Clerk’s Summary Item CL#34.)
9.
Ryan P. Kelly,
Chairman, ASSB, presented its annual report.
Supervisor Gross called the Board’s attention
to page four of the report, Adult Protective Services, and asked unanimous
consent that the Board direct staff to report with whether any new approaches
are being explored for the care and guardianship of senior adults. Without objection, it was so ordered.
Following discussion, regarding language barrier
issues with the Seniors-on-the-Go program, Supervisor Hudgins asked unanimous
consent that the Board direct staff to review this issue and explore ways
to make better use of the program. Without
objection, it was so ordered.
Supervisor Kauffman asked unanimous consent
that the Board direct the
10.
Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to
Vice-Chairman Bulova and asked unanimous consent
that the Board direct staff to, in the future, provide the EDA
report to the Board in advance, so that it can be reviewed prior to the
meeting. Without objection, it was
so ordered.
Vice-Chairman Bulvoa
returned the gavel to Chairman Connolly.
Steven Davis,
Chairman, EDA, presented its annual report.
Supervisor Kauffman complimented the EDA on
its latest advertising campaign, noting that it was likely to bring the
most success.
Discussion ensued, with input from Mr. Davis
and Gerald L. Gordon, President, EDA, regarding the value of the dollar/business
return for foreign offices and job growth.
11.
(APPTS)
(BACs) A.
HEATH ONTHANK MEMORIAL AWARD SELECTION COMMITTEE
The Board deferred the appointment of the Sully
District Representative to the A. Heath Onthank
Memorial Award Selection Committee.
ADVISORY
PLANS EXAMINER BOARD
CONFIRMATION:
Supervisor
Bulova moved the confirmation of the following
appointment to the Advisory Plans Examiner Board:
·
Mr. Jack Rinker as the Professional
Engineer/ Surveyor #1 Representative
·
Mr. James Scanlon
as the Professional Engineer/ Surveyor #3 Representative
Supervisor
McConnell seconded the motion, which carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor
DuBois being absent.
ADVISORY
SOCIAL SERVICES BOARD
The Board deferred the appointments of the Hunter
Mill, Lee, and Sully District Representatives to the Advisory Social Services
Board.
AIRPORTS
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Board deferred the appointments of the Mason
and Sully District Representatives to the Airports Advisory Committee.
ANIMAL
SERVICES ADVISORY COMMISSION
The Board deferred the appointment of the Hunter
Mill District Representative to the Animal Services Advisory Commission.
ATHLETIC
COUNCIL
On behalf of Supervisor DuBois,
Chairman Connolly moved the appointment of Mr. Anthony LaManna
as the Dranesville District Alternate Representative
to the Athletic Council. Supervisor
Bulova seconded the motion, which carried by a vote of nine,
Supervisor DuBois being absent.
Supervisor Hudgins moved the reappointment of
Ms. Mary de la Fe as the Hunter Mill District Alternate Representative
to the Athletic Council. Chairman
Connolly seconded the motion, which carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor
DuBois being absent.
Supervisor Hyland moved the following reappointments:
·
Mr. Wesley Viilo, Jr. as the
Mount Vernon District Principal Representative
·
Mr. Henry Russo as the Mount Vernon District Alternate Representative
Supervisor McConnell seconded the motion, which
carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being
absent.
Supervisor Frey moved the following reappointments:
·
Mr. David Lacey
as the Sully District Principal Representative
·
Mr. Mark Abbott
as the Sully District Alternate Representative
Supervisor McConnell seconded the motion, which
carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being
absent.
The Board deferred the appointment of the Hunter
Mill District Principal Representative to the Athletic Council.
BOARD
OF BUILDING CODE APPEALS
Supervisor Bulova
moved the reappointment of Mr. Thomas Schroeder as the Alternate
#2 Representative to the Board of Building Code Appeals. Supervisor Hyland seconded the motion, which
carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being
absent.
Chairman Connolly moved the reappointment of
Mr. Marvin Cantor as the Design Professional #3 Representative to
the Board of Building Code Appeals. Supervisor
Kauffman seconded the motion, which carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor
DuBois being absent.
Supervisor Kauffman noted that because Mr. Cantor
wished to continue to serve, he withdrew his nomination of Mr. Mark Drake
for appointment to the Board of Building Code Appeals.
BOARD
OF EQUALIZATION OF REAL ESTATE ASSESSMENTS
Chairman Connolly moved the appointment of Mr.
Chairman Connolly moved the appointment of Ms.
Noelle Maynard to fill the unexpired term of Mr.
The Board deferred the appointments of the Appraiser
#2 and Builder Representatives to the Board of Equalization of Real Estate
Assessments.
COMMISSION
FOR WOMEN
The Board deferred the appointment of the Dranesville District Representative to the Commission for
Women.
COMMISSION
ON ORGAN AND TISSUE DONATION AND TRANSPLANTATION
The Board deferred the appointments of the Dranesville and Sully District Representatives and the Religious
Community Representative to the Commission on Organ and Tissue Donation
and Transplantation.
Chairman Connolly suggested that Supervisor Bulova contact the Faith in Action community and ask them to provide a nomination for the Religious Community Representative to the Commission on Organ and Tissue Donation and Transplantation.
COMMUNITY ACTION ADVISORY BOARD
The Board
deferred the appointment of the Dranesville District
Representative to the Community Action Advisory Board.
CONFIRMATION:
Supervisor
Gross moved the confirmation of the following appointment to the Community
Action Advisory Board:
·
Ms. Marcia McDevitt as the
League of Women Voters of the
Supervisor
Hyland seconded the motion, which carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor
DuBois being absent.
COMMUNITY
CRIMINAL JUSTICE BOARD
The Board deferred the appointment of the Fairfax County At-Large #1 Representative to the Community Criminal Justice Board.
COUNTYWIDE NON-MOTORIZED TRANSPORTATION
(TRAILS) COMMITTEE
Chairman Connolly
moved the appointment of Mr. Gregory Galligan
to fill the unexpired term of Mr. Harry Glasgow as the At-Large Chairman’s
Representative to the Countywide Non-Motorized Transportation (Trails) Committee. Supervisor Kauffman seconded the motion, which
carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being
absent.
CONFIRMATIONS:
Supervisor
Bulova moved the confirmation of the following
appointments to the Engineering Standards Review Committee:
·
Mr. Keith Sinclair
as the Engineers and Surveyors Institute Representative
·
Ms. Jean Packard
as the League of Women Voters of the
·
Mr. Paul Johnson
as the Northern
·
Mr. Robert Kohnke as the Northern
Virginia Soil and Water Conservation District Representative
Supervisor
Hyland seconded the motion, which carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor
DuBois being absent.
The Board deferred the appointment of the Provider #4
Representative to the Health Systems Agency Board.
HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL
The Board
deferred the appointment of the Springfield District #1 Representative to
the Human Services Council.
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Supervisor
Smyth moved the appointment of Mr. Charles Watson as the At-Large
#7 Representative to the Industrial Development Authority. Supervisor Bulova
seconded the motion, which carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
The Board
deferred the appointment of the At-Large #3 Representative to the Industrial
Development Authority.
JUVENILE AND DOMESTIC RELATIONS COURT CITIZENS
ADVISORY COUNCIL
The Board
deferred the appointments of the Dranesville,
Lee,
OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE ON DRINKING AND DRIVING
The Board
deferred the appointments of the Braddock, Lee, and Mason District Representatives
to the Oversight Committee on Drinking and Driving.
ROAD VIEWERS BOARD
The Board
deferred the appointments of the At-Large #1 and At-Large #4 Representatives
to the Road Viewers Board.
TENANT LANDLORD COMMISSION
Chairman
Connolly moved the reappointment of Mr. Antonio Gomez as the Citizen
Member #2 Representative to the Tenant Landlord Commission. Supervisor Bulova
seconded the motion, which carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
The Board
deferred the appointment of the Landlord Member #3 Representative to the
Tenant Landlord Commission.
(NOTE: Later in the meeting, the Board took additional
action regarding BACs. See Clerk’s Summary Item’s CL#40 and CL#45.)
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12. ADMINISTRATIVE
ITEMS (
Supervisor Gross moved approval of the Administrative
Items. Supervisor Hyland seconded
the motion.
Chairman Connolly called the Board’s attention
to Admin 7 – Authorization to Advertise a Public Hearing to Amend the
Current Appropriation Level in the Fiscal Year 2005 Revised Budget Plan
and discussion ensued concerning recurring revenue, with input from Susan
W. Datta, Director, Department of Management and Budget.
Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to
Vice-Chairman Bulova and asked unanimous consent
that the Board direct staff to determine the cost to reinstitute a tax deferral
program for senior citizens. Without
objection, it was so ordered.
Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman
Connolly.
Supervisor McConnell called the Board’s attention
to Admin 3 – Installation of Yield to Pedestrians in Crosswalk $100-$500
Violation Fine Signs. Discussion
ensued concerning the enforcement of pedestrian walkways in shopping centers
as well as on public streets with input from Christopher D. Wells, Pedestrian
Program Manager, Traffic Operations Section, Transportation Planning and
Operations Division, Department of Transportation, and Anthony H. Griffin,
Supervisor Bulova returned the discussion to
Admin 7 referencing a meeting earlier in the day with the Library
Board. Following discussion, with input from Anthony
H. Griffin,
·
The scheduled completion of the
Burke Community Library be moved up to the same schedule as the Oakton Community
Library.
·
A Consideration Item be advanced
for the book buy for the Burke Library.
·
The source of funding be
identified as either coming out of carryover, or, if needed, third quarter,
to meet the schedule, and information be returned to the Board as an Information
Item.
Without objection it was so ordered.
The question was called on the motion, and it
carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor Bulova, Supervisor Frey, Supervisor
Gross, Supervisor Hudgins, Supervisor Hyland, Supervisor Kauffman, Supervisor
McConnell, Supervisor Smyth, and Chairman Connolly voting “AYE,’ Supervisor
DuBois being absent.
ADMIN
1 – EXTENSION OF REVIEW PERIOD FOR A 2232 PUBLIC FACILITY REVIEW APPLICATION
(
Approved the extension of review period for
Public Facility (2322) Review Application FS-L04-73 to
ADMIN 2 – AUTHORIZATION FOR THE FAIRFAX COUNTY
REDEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING AUTHORITY (FCRHA) TO ACCEPT A GRANT AWARD FOR
THE FISCAL YEAR 2004 HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER FAMILY SELF SUFFICIENCY PROGRAM
Authorized FCRHA to accept $63,000 for the Housing Choice Voucher Family
Self-Sufficiency program from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development.
ADMIN
3 – INSTALLATION OF YIELD TO PEDESTRIANS IN CROSSWALK $100–$500 VIOLATION
FINE SIGNS
(Note: Earlier
in the meeting, the Board discussed this item. See page 11.)
Endorsed the installation of Yield to Pedestrians
in Crosswalk $100–$500 Violation Fine signs at the 50 subject locations,
as shown in Attachment 1 of the Board Agenda Item dated
ADMIN 4 – INSTALLATION OF A MULTI-WAY
STOP AT
·
Endorsed the installation of a multi-way
stop at
·
Directed staff to request the Virginia
Department of Transportation install the necessary signs at the earliest
possible date.
ADMIN 5 – AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE A PUBLIC
HEARING TO APPROVE REVISIONS TO TWO LONG TERM LEASES WITH BIRMINGHAM GREEN
ADULT CARE RESIDENCE, INCORPORATED, IN CONNECTION WITH HOUSING AND URBAN
DEVELOPMENT (HUD) FUNDING TO REPLACE THE EXISTING ADULT CARE RESIDENCE AT
MANASSAS, VIRGINIA
(A) Authorized the advertisement of a public hearing
to be held before the Board on April 25, 2005, at 4 p.m. to
consider approval of revisions to two long term leases with Birmingham Green
Adult Care Residence in connection with a grant application for HUD funding
to replace the existing adult care facility in Manassas, Virginia, pursuant
to Virginia Code Section 15.2-1800 (2003).
ADMIN 6 – STREETS INTO THE SECONDARY SYSTEM
(BRADDOCK, MASON,
(R) Approved the request that the streets listed below be accepted into the State Secondary System:
|
Subdivision |
District |
Street |
The Preserve Overlook Burke Mill Cove Woodvale Pond Estates |
Braddock Mason |
Route 620 Additional ROW Only Route 832 Additional ROW Only Route 648 Additional ROW Only Route 10620 Route 655 Additional ROW Only Route 664 Court Additional ROW Only Route 652 Additional ROW Only Route 8663 |
ADMIN 7 – AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE A
PUBLIC HEARING TO AMEND THE CURRENT APPROPRIATION LEVEL IN THE FISCAL YEAR
(FY) 2005 REVISED BUDGET PLAN
(Note: Earlier in the meeting, the Board discussed this item. See pages 10–11.)
(A) Authorized
the advertisement of a public hearing to be held before the Board on April 4, 5, and 6, 2005, at
13. A-1 – AUTHORIZATION TO FILE A NOTICE OF PARTICIPATION
AS A RESPONDENT AND TESTIMONY IN APPLICATION OF WASHINGTON GAS LIGHT COMPANY
FOR APROVAL OF AN EXPERIMENTAL WEATHER NORMALIZATION ADJUSTMENT (11:29 a.m.)
On motion of Supervisor Bulova, seconded by
Chairman Connolly, and carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being
absent, the Board concurred in the recommendation of staff and authorized
the Department of Cable Communications and Consumer Protection and the County
Attorney’s Office to file a Notice of Participation as a Respondent and
testimony concerning the application of Washington Gas Light Company for
an Experimental Weather Normalization Adjustment, SCC Case Number PUE‑2005‑00010.
14. A-2 – REVISIONS TO PERSONNEL REGULATIONS UPDATING
LANGUAGE TO REFLECT CHANGES IN TERMINOLOGY AND CLARIFYING POLICY REGARDING
PERFORMANCE REVIEWS AND REDUCTION IN FORCE REEMPLOYMENT PROCEDURES (11:29 a.m.)
On motion of Supervisor Gross, seconded by Supervisor
Hyland, and carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent, the
Board concurred in the recommendation of staff and approved the proposed
revisions to the Personnel Regulations.
15. A-3 – ADJUSTMENT TO FAIRFAX CENTER ROAD FUND
CONTRIBUTION RATE AND AUTHORIZATION OF CORRESPONDING RATE ADJUSTMENTS IN
THE CENTREVILLE AND TYSONS CORNER FUND AREAS (PROVIDENCE, SPRINGFIELD, AND
SULLY DISTRICTS) (11:30 a.m.)
On motion of Supervisor Smyth, seconded by Supervisor
Hyland, and carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent, the
Board concurred in the recommendation of staff and:
·
Adopted the revised Procedural Guidelines
for the Annual Review Process including 6.0 percent adjustment of the existing
contribution rate in the Fairfax Center Area from $4.48 to $4.75 per gross
square foot on non-residential building structure and from $993 to $1,053
per residential unit, with the new rate to become effective
·
Approved the recommended rates used
in other areas of the County for similar purposes (e.g. Centreville and
Tysons) also be increased by 6.0 percent, also to become effective
ADDITIONAL BOARD MATTER
16. TRANSPORTATION SUMMIT (
Chairman Connolly congratulated Supervisor McConnell
for a successful Transportation Summit.
Supervisor Kauffman asked unanimous consent
that the Board direct staff to provide written copies of the presentations.
Without objection, it was so ordered.
(Note: Later
in the meeting, this issue was discussed. See Clerk’s Summary Item CL#55.)
AGENDA ITEMS
17. A-4 – APPROVAL OF ADDITIONAL PEDESTRIAN PROJECTS
FOR THE BOARD’S FOUR-YEAR TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM TO BE FUNDED WITH COUNTY
GENERAL OBLIGATION FUNDS FOR TRANSPORTATION (11:31 a.m.)
On motion of Supervisor Bulova, the second to
which was inaudible, and carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being
absent, the Board concurred in the recommendation of staff and endorsed
the pedestrian projects contained in Attachment 1 of the Board Agenda Item
dated
18. A-5 – AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT
WITH EARTH SANGHA AND THE
On motion of Supervisor Gross, seconded by Supervisor
Hyland, and carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent, the
Board concurred in the recommendation of staff and authorized an agreement
with Earth Sangha and the Virginia Department of Forestry to implement a
countywide buffer restoration project.
19. I-1 – CONSOLIDATION PLAN CERTIFICATION FOR
THE PUBLIC HOUSING AND HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER 5-YEAR PLAN UPDATE FOR FISCAL
YEAR (FY) 2006–2010 AND ANNUAL PLAN UPDATE FOR FY 2006 OF THE FAIRFAX COUNTY
REDEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING AUTHORITY (FCRHA) (11:32 a.m.)
The Board next considered an item contained
in the Board Agenda dated March 21, 2005, requesting authorization
for staff to sign the Consolidated Plan certification and provide it to
the FCRHA for inclusion in the Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher
5-Year Plan Update for FY 2006–2010 and Annual Plan Update for FY 2006 submitted
to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development.
The staff was directed administratively to proceed
as proposed.
20. I-2 – CONTRACT AWARD – OPEN END CONTRACTS FOR
CIVIL ENGINEERING AND RELATED SERVICES (
The Board next considered an item contained
in the Board Agenda dated
·
Bowman Consulting Group, Limited
·
Burgess and Niple, Incorporated
·
Greenhorne and O’Mara Incorporated
·
Patton, Harris, Rust, and Associates,
PC
The staff was directed
administratively to proceed as proposed.
21. I-3 – LOCAL COMMENT LETTER TO THE
The Board next considered an item contained
in the Board Agenda dated
The staff was directed administratively to proceed
as proposed.
22. I-4 – PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION ON PUBLIC
FACILITY REVIEW APPLICATION 2232-Y05-2,
The Board next considered an item contained
in the Board Agenda dated
23. I-5 – CONTRACT AWARD – PHYSICAL EXAMS AND MEDICAL
EVALUATIONS (
The Board next considered an item contained
in the Board Agenda dated
The staff was directed administratively to proceed
as proposed.
24. I-6 – CONTRACT AWARD – ALCOHOL/DRUG TESTING
AND MEDICAL REVIEW OFFICER MANAGEMENT SERVICES (
The Board next considered an item contained
in the Board Agenda dated
The staff was directed administratively to proceed
as proposed.
25. I-7 – QUARTERLY STATUS REPORT ON THE BOARD’S
FOUR-YEAR TRANSPORTATION PLAN (
The Board next considered an item contained
in the Board Agenda dated
Supervisor Gross asked unanimous consent that
the Board direct staff to correct the district designations of Item 6 and
Item 7 on handwritten page 2 of the Quarterly Status Report on the Board’s
Four-Year Transportation Plan when the chart is updated.
Without objection, it was so ordered.
Chairman Connolly reminded the
Discussion ensued concerning four projects that
have delays, with input from Katherine D. Ichter, Chief, Transportation
Planning and Operations Division, Department of Transportation, and Christopher
Reed, Four Year Plan and Fairfax County Parkway EPG Coordinator, Virginia
Department of Transportation.
Chairman Connolly noted that there were unacceptable
delays to the Route 29 and
Supervisor Smyth expressed concern about HOT
lanes on the Beltway and specifically a proposal that has been put forth
for a ramp to
Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to
Vice-Chairman Bulova and asked unanimous consent that the Board direct Department
of Transportation staff to:
·
Contact Katherine K. Hanley, the
County’s representative to the Commonwealth Transportation Board (CTB),
to ascertain the status of potential funding coming out of the CTB.
·
Revise the June 2012 time estimate
and report to the Board at the earliest possible opportunity.
Without objection, it was so ordered.
Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman
Connolly.
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ADDITIONAL BOARD MATTERS
26. CLERK AWARD (
Chairman Connolly announced that Nancy Vehrs, Clerk to the Board, was named “Clerk of the Year” for Region VII of the Virginia Municipal Clerks Association.
27. WOMEN’S VOICES
FORUM (
To emphasize
the County’s efforts to provide information in multiple languages, Chairman
Connolly announced in Spanish that on
April 6, 2005, the Office for Women will be hosting the 2005 “Women’s Voices
Forum” at the Government Center. This
is a chance for women to hear from a panel of experts about key issues affecting
women in the community including affordable housing, domestic violence,
financial independence, wellness, and more.
As part of this event, the Office for Women also created a “Living
Healthy 2005” calendar with tips for women to maintain healthy lifestyles. He noted that this calendar is dual-sided to
include both English and Spanish languages, and he provided copies to the
Board.
Accordingly, Chairman Connolly relinquished
the Chair to Vice-Chairman Bulova and moved that the Board:
·
Direct the Office of Public Affairs
to help promote the 2005 Women’s Voices Forum through all appropriate media
outlets including in other languages.
·
Commend the Office for Women for
organizing this event and creating the bilingual calendar.
Supervisor McConnell seconded the motion and
discussion ensued.
Chairman Connolly credited Catherine Lunsford
of his staff for the Spanish translation, and he noted that she is bilingual.
The question was called on the motion, which
carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
28. MEDICAL RESERVE
CORPS (MRC) (
Chairman Connolly said that the MRC is a Fairfax
County Citizen Corps volunteer program designed to augment the capacity
of the public health system to respond to large scale events such as a bioterrorism
incident or widespread epidemics. Despite the program’s name, the majority
of volunteers needed for MRC are individuals without a medical background.
Chairman Connolly added that in
the event of an incident or a public health emergency, MRC volunteers would
be called upon to staff vaccination or medication dispensing sites. In a
worst case scenario, this could mean providing for all residents in the
County, more than 1.2 million people, in three to five days.
In light of the recent anthrax
scare at the Pentagon and the Skyline buildings, Chairman Connolly moved
that the Board direct the Office of Public Affairs to give the recruitment
campaign of the MRC special attention and advertisement through appropriate
media outlets. Supervisor McConnell seconded the motion, which
carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
29. DANGEROUS DOGS
(
Chairman Connolly said that he learned that
there are 39 dogs in the County that the Courts have determined fit the
criteria for “Dangerous Dog.” He
noted a recent tragic incident elsewhere in the Commonwealth where a woman
was killed by a dangerous dog.
Accordingly, Chairman Connolly moved that the
Board direct the
The question was called on the motion, which carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
30.
(NOTE: Earlier in the meeting, the Board recognized groups regarding the stream cleanup planned for April 2. See Clerk’s Summary Item CL#6.)
Chairman Connolly
noted that in addition to the stream cleanup scheduled for April 2, the
Potomac River Watershed Cleanup Alice Ferguson Foundation has a “Potomac
River Watershed Trash Treaty” that requires a regional approach. The
Accordingly, Chairman Connolly moved that the
Board commit to a “Trash Free Potomac by 2013” by signing the Potomac River
Watershed Trash Treaty. This pledges the County, along with other local
governments in the metropolitan
·
Support and implement regional strategies
aimed at reducing trash and increasing recycling.
·
Increase education and awareness
of the trash issue throughout the Potomac Watershed.
·
Reconvene annually to discuss and
evaluate measures and actions addressing trash reduction.
Chairman Connolly noted that this action was coordinated with the staff.
Supervisor Gross seconded the motion and said that she would take this issue to the Potomac Watershed Roundtable meeting in early April if this motion carries.
The question was called on the motion, which carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
31. LETTER REGARDING LEGISLATION REQUIRING PROOF OF
LEGAL PRESENCE FOR CERTAIN STATE OR LOCAL MEDICAL/PUBLIC ASSISTANCE SERVICES (
Chairman Connolly said that during the 2005
Session of the General Assembly, the Board opposed, unless amended, House
Bill 1798 (Delegate Albo) and Senate Bill 1143 (Senator Hangar). As passed, these identical bills amend the Virginia
Code to require anyone applying for certain State or local medical or public
assistance services to prove legal presence within the
Accordingly, Chairman Connolly moved that the
Board endorse the letter he circulated to the Board recommending that the
Governor adopt the specific critical amendments to this piece of legislation.
Supervisor Hyland seconded the motion which carried by a vote of
nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
32. CASH PROFFER
LEGISLATION (
Chairman Connolly called the Board’s attention
to another letter recommending to the Governor an amendment to House Bill
2888 (Delegate Limgamfelter) regarding cash proffers. One recommendation to the Governor is to extend
from seven to ten years the timeframe regarding the forfeiture provision.
He noted that it may take a number of years to amass cash proffers
for such projects as schools.
Accordingly, Chairman Connolly moved that the
Board endorse the circulated letter recommending that the Governor adopt
the proposed amendment that would change the seven-year forfeiture period
to ten years.
Following discussion, Supervisor Kauffman and Supervisor McConnell jointly seconded the motion, which carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
33. RIVERSIDE MANOR WATER PIPELINE (DRANESVILLE DISTRICT)
(
Chairman Connolly
said that he received a letter signed
by former
Accordingly, Chairman Connolly moved that the
Board direct the
34. LETTER REGARDING CONCERN OVER THE LOSS OF COMMUNITY
SERVICE BLOCK GRANTS (
(NOTE: Earlier in the meeting, during presentation of a proclamation, discussion ensued regarding Community Development Block Grants. See Clerk’s Summary Item CL#8.)
Chairman Connolly said that he received a letter
from the Community Action Advisory Board (CAAB) regarding its concern over
the potential loss of Community Services Block Grant funds dispersed annually
to local non-profit organizations. This
represents approximately $7.2 million for the County. It would have a profound effect on the Community
Consolidated Funding Pool as well as affordable housing.
Accordingly, Chairman Connolly moved that the
Board authorize staff to prepare a letter for the Chairman’s signature on
behalf of the Board urging the County’s respective federal representatives
to oppose the total loss of funding or reductions in funding to the Community
Services Block Grants. Supervisor
Kauffman and Supervisor Smyth jointly seconded the motion.
Chairman Connolly noted that he met with representatives
of the CAAB and this is a recommendation they put forward for presentation.
The question was called on the motion, which
carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
35. BUDGET CONSIDERATION ITEM FOR CONSOLIDATED COMMUNITY
FUNDING POOL (CCFP) (
Chairman Connolly
noted that he recently met with the
Chairman Connolly
moved that, if the CCFP is not fully funded in the
A brief discussion
ensued, with input from Anthony H. Griffin,
36. LEADERSHIP
FAIRFAX, INCORPORATED (LFI) DAY
(
Chairman Connolly reminded the Board that LFI
is a not-for-profit organization established in 1987 to provide programs
and opportunities that enhance the quality of life in the County by developing
its current and emerging leaders at the county, state, and regional level. On April 20 LFI will be reaching out to the
community to encourage residents to join the organization and help develop
future leaders for the County during “Ask
Therefore, Chairman Connolly moved that the
Board proclaim
37.
Chairman Connolly noted that dental care is one of the
hardest resources to find in the County.
On
Accordingly, Chairman Connolly moved that the
Board direct the Office of Public Affairs to help promote the MOM Dental
Care Clinic by issuing a press release, including it on Channel 16, and
using any other appropriate media outlets to inform the public of this benefit. Vice-Chairman Bulova seconded the motion, which
carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
38. FAIR HOUSING
MONTH (
Chairman Connolly noted that April is traditionally
celebrated throughout the nation as Fair Housing Month. Therefore, he moved that the Board proclaim
April 2005 as “Fair Housing Month” in
Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman
Connolly.
39.
Supervisor Smyth said that during the community
dialogue, leading up to the changes to the Vienna Transit Station Area Plan,
as a result of approval of the Fairlee-Metro West Out-of-Turn Plan Amendment
Plan, the existing and future capacity of the Vienna Metrorail station became
a primary concern. As a result, the
approved Plan specifically requires that a capacity study be completed.
It is anticipated that the cost of this study will be repaid by potential
future proffer commitments.
To ensure that capacity issues are resolved, Supervisor Smyth said that
she and Supervisor Kauffman, a joint sponsor of this Board Matter, have
continued to work with the community, adjacent property owners, the Department
of Transportation, and the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority. As with nearly all planning issues, she said
that the key to facilitating public improvements becomes an issue of timing.
This equally applies to capacity improvements to the Vienna Station.
It has become readily apparent that a capacity study of the station is needed
sooner rather than later.
Therefore, jointly with Supervisor Kauffman,
Supervisor Smyth moved that the Board request the
Following a brief discussion regarding the flow
of riders through the Vienna Station, the question was called on the motion
and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
40. ESTABLISHMENT OF THE COORDINATING COMMITTEE FOR
THE TYSONS CORNER TRANSPORTATION AND URBAN DESIGN SPECIAL STUDY (DRANESVILLE,
HUNTER MILL, AND PROVIDENCE DISTRICTS)
(
(BACs)
(APPTS) Supervisor Smyth
said that in July 2004, the
Supervisor
Smyth said that the scope of the study requires public involvement at several
stages. With the interest in Tysons
Corner, she proposed the establishment of a committee to work with staff
during the special study to help coordinate public outreach and input. The coordinating committee would be comprised
primarily of members of Board-appointed commissions and committees including
the
Accordingly, Supervisor Smyth moved that the Board:
· Endorse the establishment of a Coordinating Committee for the Tysons Corner Transportation and Urban Design Special Study consisting of the members of the groups she just noted.
· Direct staff to work with the committee to set up a schedule for meetings.
She distributed the list of members as follows:
· Mr. Ken Lawrence, Providence District
· Mr. Frank de la Fe, Hunter Mill District
· Mr. Bob Adams, Providence District
· Mr. George Barker, Countywide
· Mr. Wade Smith, Dranesville District
· Mr. Bruce Wright, Hunter Mill District
· Mr. George Lamb, Providence District
·
Ms. Stephanie
· Mr. Irv Auerbach, Dranesville District
· Delegate Jim Scott, Countywide
· Mr. Clark Tyler, Dranesville District
· Ms. Michelle Krocker, Hunter Mill District
·
·
Staff from Supervisor Offices (Chairman and
Supervisor Hudgins seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
41.
Supervisor Smyth said that she joined Chairman Connolly to recognize the
Providence Players of Fairfax. The
Players, originally formed in 1998, is a "community theater troupe"
in the truest sense. The Providence
Players of Fairfax was incorporated in 2001 as a nonprofit organization
in the
Supervisor Smyth said that in the spring of 2004, the Providence Players
of Fairfax entered into a partnership agreement with the Fairfax County
Department of Community and Recreation Services and became the resident
theater company at the newly renovated James Lee Community Center Theater. In that same year, the Players joined WATCH,
a larger non-profit theater community in the
Supervisor Smyth added that in its relatively short history, the Player's
accomplishments and commitments to community theater, by providing quality
and affordable theater, is highly commendable and noteworthy. Furthermore, their sense of fellowship and desire
to entertain will encourage and engage other visionaries, which include
the youth and seniors, to the various performing arts venue in communities.
Therefore, Supervisor Smyth moved that the Board recognize the Providence
Players and invite them to appear before the Board for an encore ovation
to their 2004-2005 season on April 4. Supervisor
Bulova and Supervisor Gross jointly seconded the motion.
Following input from
The question was called on the motion and it carried by a vote of nine,
Supervisor DuBois being absent.
42. SIXTH ANNUAL PROVIDENCE DISTRICT ENVIRONMENTAL
WORKSHOP (
Supervisor
Smyth announced that her office will host the Sixth Annual Providence District
Environmental Workshop, focusing on low impact development, on Saturday,
April 2, at
43. NO BOARD MATTERS FOR BRADDOCK DISTRICT SUPERVISOR
SHARON BULOVA (
Supervisor Bulova announced that she had no Board Matters to present today.
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44. JOINT MOTION REGARDING AUTHORIZATION OF A SPECIAL
STUDY OF THE
Jointly with Supervisor DuBois, Supervisor Hudgins said that several Area Plan Review items (APR 04-III-1UP, 2UP, and 4UP, and related items), relating to the area in the vicinity of Hunter Mill Road and Sunset Hills Road were deferred by the Planning Commission on January 26, 2005, to allow ample time for their consideration. She said that an approach to review these items has been formulated, which are shared by the Hunter Mill and Dranesville Districts. As a first step, a task force will be appointed representing both districts to guide this effort and to make a recommendation to the Planning Commission and Board. Supervisor Hudgins said that it is anticipated that the joint task force will hold approximately five meetings beginning in May and ending in October or November of this year. It hopes to initiate the effort by inviting the task force and the surrounding community to participate in a collaborative process, which will foster community discussion on its vision for the area within the framework of the current Comprehensive Plan and the 2004 APR nominations.
Supervisor Hudgins said that to comprehensively consider the possibilities for amending the Plan for the area and to address a more logical planning area, the subject area should be expanded to include the Equestrian Park subdivision and all of the residentially planned area west of Hunter Mill Road and south of Lake Fairfax Park. Expanding the area under review will provide flexibility to the task force and staff in their consideration of any changes to the Comprehensive Plan for the area.
Therefore,
jointly with Supervisor DuBois, Supervisor Hudgins moved that the Board
authorize a special study of the Hunter Mill Road area to include the properties
nominated in APR 04-III-1UP, 2UP, and 4UP, as well as the other land planned
for residential use located west of Hunter Mill Road and south of Lake Fairfax
Park as outlined on the map that she distributed around the dais. Supervisor Hudgins said that, in addition, the
special study should examine transportation issues including the planned
realignment of
Following a brief discussion, Supervisor Gross asked unanimous consent that the Board direct staff to distinguish between items that are distributed around the dais that are part of the Board Agenda Package and those items that citizens sent to the Clerk’s Office requesting to be circulated. Without objection, it was so ordered.
The question was called on the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
45. APPROVAL OF MEMBERS OF THE
(APPTS)
(BACS) Supervisor Hudgins
said that the Board and the Reston Association entered into a Memorandum
of Agreement (MOA) to provide and operate social, recreational, and educational
programs and activities, at the Southgate Community Center (SCC).
Further, the MOA created the SCC Advisory Council, whose purpose
will be to advise, make recommendations, and assist the County, through
the Department of Community and Recreation Services, with the ongoing programmatic
operation of the SCC. She said that the Advisory Council consists
of 13 members: 9 representatives from
Supervisor
Hudgins said that on
Supervisor Hudgins said that following are the names of the SCC Advisory Council members, with two open seats remaining to be filled, one by the County and one by the Reston Association. The prior member identified for the County seat is unavailable due to an armed services commitment. Both seats will be brought to the Board upon being filled.
Therefore, Supervisor Hudgins moved the appointment of the following members to the Southgate Community Center Advisory Council:
·
*Ms. Janet E. Bradshaw, as a
·
Mr. Lawrence Bussey, as a
·
*Mr. Roosevelt Calbert, as a
·
Mr. John Coleman, as a
·
*Mr. Bob Dim, as a
·
*Ms. Kelli Gilmore, as a
·
Mr. Gabriel Itoka, as a
·
*Ms. Petheree Norman, as a
·
Ms. Bertha Hoskins, as a
·
*Ms. Ella Lee, as a
·
*Mr. John L. Lovaas, as a
* One Year Term
Chairman Connolly seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
46. ALCOHOL SAFETY ACTION PROGRAM LOCAL POLICY
BOARD NOMINATION/RESIGNATION (
(BACs) Supervisor Hudgins
said that she circulated the nomination of Ms. Linda Rubinstein for the
Alcohol Safety Action Program Local Policy Board; however she did not circulate
the resignation of Ms. Judith Ratliff, which she will forward. She noted her intent to nominate Ms. Rubinstein
when appointments are next on the Board’s agenda.
47. PROCLAMATION OF “BUILDING SAFETY WEEK” IN
Supervisor Frey said that for many years International Building Safety Week has been observed in this nation to increase public awareness of the importance of building codes and construction safety. Code officials across the country actively endorse Building Safety Week as a good way to improve communication between their building departments and community residents, local builders and developers, and to increase public awareness on a wide range of issues including safety devices such as smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and arc-fault circuit interrupters, which protect property and save lives. He said that this year, International Building Safety Week will be observed during the week of May 8‑14, 2005. To mark the event, the Department of Public Works and Environmental Services has scheduled public outreach efforts in several building material supply retail stores.
Therefore,
Supervisor Frey asked unanimous consent that the Board direct staff to prepare
a proclamation for the Board’s meeting on
Supervisor Frey also asked unanimous consent that the Board direct staff to invite this year’s recipient of the Building Safety Community Partnership Award and staff from Land Development Services of the Department of Public Works and Environmental Services who have made particular contributions to building safety this past year be recognized before the Board at that time. Without objection, it was so ordered.
48. REQUEST TO SCHEDULE A PUBLIC HEARING FOR REZONING
APPLICATION RZ 2002-SU-042 IVY DEVELOPMENT LC (SULLY DISTRICT) (
Supervisor Frey said that Ivy Development LC submitted a nomination as part of the 2004 North County Area Plans Review Cycle (APR) for properties identified among the Fairfax County Tax Map Records as 6501 ((1)) 15 and 16. The property is located on the west side of Old Centreville Road near its intersection with Old Mill Road, and it consists of three acres, which are zoned R-1 and are planned at between one to two dwelling units per acre (du/ac). The nomination proposes a density of up to three du/ac.
The property
was the subject of a Plan Amendment APR 01-III-7BR during the 2001 North
County Cycle with the same proposed density, but was withdrawn prior to
consideration by the Planning Commission and Board.
However, another Plan Amendment (APR 01-III-8BR) was adopted by the
Board during the 2001 North County Cycle, in an adjacent area, and the applicant
believed that this site was covered under that amendment. In fact, the applicant was not aware that development
at 2-3 du/ac did not apply to the property until after a rezoning application
had been filed and partially processed. As a result, on
The Board is scheduled to consider the 2004 North County Cycle Plan nominations in June-July of 2005. In the meantime, the applicant intends to reactivate Rezoning/Final Development Plan Application RZ/FDP 2002-SU-042 for the nominated property this fall so that it may be evaluated to coincide with the Board’s action on the APR nominations. Given the amount of time it has already invested in the development of the nominated property, the applicant has requested that the Board request a date certain for the rezoning public hearing.
Therefore, Supervisor Frey moved that the Board direct staff to schedule the public hearing to be held before the Board on Rezoning Application RZ 2002‑SU‑042 to occur as soon as practicable after the Planning Commission public hearing.
Supervisor Frey said that this motion does not relieve the applicant from complying with all regulations, ordinances, or adopted standards, and does not prejudice the consideration of the rezoning applications or future abandonment/vacation request in any way.
The motion, the second to which was inaudible, carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
49. ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE
Supervisor Gross said that she circulated the Mason Matters newsletter around the dais and reminded the Board and the community-at-large of the Mason District Spring Town Meeting on the budget which will be held Tuesday, March 29, 2005, from 7-9 p.m. at the George Mason Regional Library. It is an open meeting, and County Executive Anthony H. Griffin and Chief Financial Officer Edward Long, will serve as panelists.
Supervisor
Gross said that while it is a little early to be discussing the
Chairman Connolly requested assistance from Board Members in getting their newsletter information on the Chairman’s Office electronic newsletter in respect to District newsletters. He said that Matthew Graham, in his office, will be contacting Supervisors District offices for advertisements so that citizens will be informed regarding accessing the Chairman’s newsletter electronically.
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50. PROFFERED CONDITION AMENDMENT APPLICATION PCA
80-L-070 AND SPECIAL EXCEPTION APPLICATION SE 2004-MV-020 (MOUNT VERNON
DISTRICT) (
Supervisor
Hyland said that on January 24, 2005, the Board approved Proffered Condition
Amendment Application PCA 80-L-070 concurrent with Special Exception Application
SE 2004-MV-020 both in the name of Commonwealth Construction Management
to permit industrial uses and the establishment of a concrete batching plant
on Tax Map 107-4 ((1)) 68A. At the
time of the approval of these cases there were two associated waiver motions
approved by the Board. The waiver
motions related to the transitional screening and to the barrier requirements
along certain perimeters of proposed lot 1 and lot 2. During the staff review of the Clerk’s letter
for the proffered condition amendment application dated
Therefore, Supervisor Hyland moved that the Board approve a modification of transitional screening along the northern, southern, and western property boundaries of proposed Lot 1 and Lot 2 to that shown on the special exception plat and that the clerk’s letter for the proffered condition amendment application be amended. Supervisor McConnell seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
51. ANNIVERSARY FOR THE ROUTE ONE TASK FORCE FOR HUMAN
SERVICES (MOUNT VERNON DISTRICT)
(
Supervisor
Hyland said that Anne A. Andrews is the citizen advocate par excellence for the human services in the southeastern corner of
the County. For 30 years, she has
raised her voice, and awareness, for the needs of the most vulnerable residents.
Supervisor Hyland referred to his written Board Matter which outlined Ms. Andrews many accomplishments.
Therefore, Supervisor Hyland moved that the Board direct staff to invite Ms. Andrews to appear before the Board on April 25 to be recognized for the 30 year anniversary of the Route One Task Force for Human Services. Supervisor Kauffman and Supervisor McConnell jointly seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
52. “NO PARKING, NO IDLING, NO DUMPING – VIOLATORS
WILL BE PROSECUTED” SIGNS (MOUNT VERNON DISTRICT) (
Supervisor
Hyland said that for many years tractor-trailers, loaded trash containers,
transfer boxes, half vehicles, inoperable dump trucks, household appliances,
gas tanks and other derelict materials have been deposited and abandoned
along
Supervisor Hyland noted that the property located in a Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) right-of-way may be owned by the County.
Therefore, Supervisor Hyland moved that the Board direct staff to determine the ownership of this pull off area and, if permitted, install signs that read:
“NO PARKING, NO IDLING, NO
DUMPING
VIOLATORS WILL BE PROSECUTED”
Supervisor McConnell seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
53. FRESH EGGS (
Supervisor Hyland announced that for those interested he brought fresh eggs.
54. APPRECIATION TO BOARD MEMBERS (MOUNT VERNON DISTRICT) (
Supervisor Hyland expressed his appreciation to Board Members for extending their thoughts to him and helping him meet the challenge of the loss of his mother.
55. TRANSPORTATION
SUMMIT (
(NOTE: Earlier in the meeting, this issue was discussed. See Clerk’s Summary Item CL#16.)
Supervisor McConnell expressed her appreciation to all those who helped with the recent Transportation Summit. She particularly noted the efforts of Dianne Peikin of her staff.
56. AFFORDABLE
HOUSING (
Supervisor Kauffman said that historically, housing advocacy and neighborhood
preservation have occupied two different universes. This was certainly the case in the mid-90s when
lax enforcement made the Section 8 housing certificate program the bane
of neighborhoods in the Richmond Highway Corridor.
The certificate program was seen as a right, not as a responsibility,
and landlords frequently let their properties deteriorate to the point that
neighboring homes lost value. Equally
important, was the damage that such deterioration did to the social fabric
of the community – pitting neighbor against neighbor.
Supervisor Kauffman said that the Board effectively responded to this
challenge by linking requests for additional certificates to more strict
enforcement of federal guidelines and local ordinances. The Board went beyond finding a match between
willing landlords and tenants. It
also established a match between preserving affordable housing and protecting
neighborhood standards.
Supervisor Kauffman noted that the Board recently accepted the report
of the Affordable Housing Task Force. This
group's key recommendation is that the Board set aside the revenue from
one cent of the real estate tax to fund the preservation of affordable housing.
Supervisor Kauffman pointed out that Countywide, many older, single-family
homes are being illegally converted into boarding houses. While such housing may well be affordable, it
often violates zoning ordinance standards for neighborhood preservation. Even more importantly, such housing frequently
fails to meet the most basic safety codes. Homes built 60 years ago for family living are
not equipped to handle the demand of multiple renters who overload electrical
outlets, wear down floor supports, and live in spaces from storage spaces
to wet basements--that were never designed for living. Streets and driveways are not equipped to hold
cars driven by multiple renters. It
is not only adults who are at risk while living in over-crowded conditions.
Of even more concern, is the safety of children who are living in
these makeshift surroundings.
Supervisor Kauffman said that if the Board is going to ask taxpayers to
make an investment in preserving affordable housing, it must clearly link
this policy commitment with a service commitment to better protect neighborhoods
from the kind of “affordable housing” that can drag a community down and
put even those benefitting from it at risk.
Supervisor Kauffman said that the Board must adopt new standards that
range from something as simple as limiting the installation of second kitchens
to as complex as crafting an enforceable cap to the number of occupants
of a single family home. The current
limiting standard of “relationship by blood or marriage" has been stretched
to include virtually the entire family of man.
The Town of
Supervisor Kauffman said that the Board needs to fundamentally re-evaluate
how it investigates and enforces over-occupancy violations. The enforcement practices have not basically
changed since the late 70s. Over
the intervening three decades and into a new century, there has been a change
in the neighborhoods.
Accordingly, Supervisor Kauffman moved that any effort to expand or preserve
affordable housing as a part of the budget be clearly linked to focused
efforts to better protect the communities from the steady growth of over-crowding
in neighborhood homes. Supervisor
Gross seconded the motion.
Following discussion of the motion, Supervisor Smyth asked unanimous consent
that the motion also include the Health Department. Without objection, it was so ordered.
The question was called on the motion and it carried by a vote of nine,
Supervisor DuBois being absent.
57.
Supervisor
Kauffman said that this year, the Springfield Swimming and Racquet Club
is celebrating its fiftieth year of operation in the heart of the Crestwood
community in central
Therefore, Supervisor Kauffman asked unanimous consent that the Board direct staff to invite members of the Springfield Swimming and Racquet Club to appear before the Board at a future meeting for formal recognition. Without objection, it was so ordered.
58.
(BACs) Supervisor
Kauffman said each year since 1998, residents and homeowners in the
Therefore,
Supervisor Kauffman moved that the Board direct CRS to make up to a $1,000
contribution from the
Following
discussion regarding the motion, with input from David P. Bobzien,
59.
Jointly with Supervisor McConnell, Supervisor Kauffman announced that
this year will be the seventeenth annual Springfield Days celebration, running
from Friday, June 3 through Sunday, June 5.
Therefore, Supervisor Kauffman moved that the Board direct staff to invite
those who work on “
60. SPECIAL EXCEPTION APPLICATION SE 2004-DR-031 (DRANESVILLE
DISTRICT) (
On behalf of Supervisor DuBois, Supervisor Kauffman said that Riverbend Golf and Country Club, Incorporated, has submitted Special Exception Application SE 2004-DR-031 to increase its membership level. This application has received a favorable recommendation from staff, the Great Falls Citizens Association, and the Planning Commission.
Therefore, on behalf of Supervisor DuBois, Supervisor Kauffman moved that the Board direct staff to schedule a public hearing to be held before the Board on Special Exception Application SE 2004-DR-031 for the first available Board meeting. This motion does not relieve the applicant from complying with the provisions of any applicable regulations, ordinances, or adopted standards, and does not prejudice the consideration of this special exception application in any way. Supervisor Bulova seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
61. OLDER AMERICANS
MONTH IN
On behalf of Supervisor DuBois, Supervisor Kauffman said that seniors are the fastest growing segment of the population. The month of May will be designated nationally as Older Americans Month with the theme “Celebrate Long Term Living.” He added that the County is home to more than 80,000 residents aged 60 plus.
Therefore, on behalf of Supervisor DuBois, Supervisor Kauffman asked unanimous consent that the Board:
·
Designate May as “Older Americans Month” in
· Direct staff to invite representatives of the Commission on Aging, the Long Term Care Coordinating Council, the Area Agency on Aging, and any other appropriate group to appear before the Board on April 25 to receive the proclamation and the Board’s thanks for all they do for senior citizens.
Without objection, it was so ordered.
62. RECESS/CLOSED
SESSION (
Supervisor Gross moved that the Board recess and go into closed session
for discussion and consideration of matters enumerated in Virginia Code Section 2.2‑3711 and listed in the agenda
for this meeting as follows:
(a) Discussion or consideration of personnel
matters pursuant to Virginia Code § 2.2-3711(A) (1).
(b) Discussion or consideration of the acquisition of real property for a public purpose, or of the disposition of publicly held real property, where discussion in an open meeting would adversely affect the bargaining position or negotiating strategy of the public body, pursuant to Virginia Code § 2.2-3711(A) (3).
(c) Consultation with legal counsel and briefings by staff members or consultants pertaining to actual or probable litigation, and consultation with legal counsel regarding specific legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice by such counsel pursuant to Virginia Code § 2.2-3711(A) (7).
1.
Patricia E. McDougall v. Christopher
Michael Huber, At Law No. CL-2004-0223376 (
2.
BT-NEWYO, L.L.C. v.
Board of Supervisors of
3.
The Ira and Virginia Cox Limited Partnership,
LLP, et al. v. Board of Zoning Appeals, et al., At Law No. CL-2002-0210690
(
4.
West Lewinsville Heights Citizens
Association, Stephen L. Sulzer, Leonard N. Berman, Daniel J. Wolkensdorfer,
Donald N. Huff, and Robert F. Rosenbaum v. Board of Supervisors of Fairfax
County, Virginia, Fairfax County Park Authority, and William E. Shoup, Fairfax
County Zoning Administrator, Record No. 042274; Board of Zoning Appeals
of Fairfax County v. Board of Supervisors of Fairfax County, Virginia, Fairfax
County Park Authority, and William E. Shoup, Fairfax County Zoning Administrator,
Record No. 042326 (Sup. Ct. Va.) (Dranesville District)
5.
William E. Shoup,
6.
Jane W. Gwinn,
7.
Daniel E. Carpenter and Phyllis A.
Carpenter v. Board of Zoning Appeals of
8.
William E. Shoup,
And in addition:
·
Gas Mart Corporation, et al. versus Board of Supervisors of
·
Virginia Code Annotated Section 15.2-2308(0)
·
Title 5
This motion, the second to which was inaudible, carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
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ACTIONS FROM
CLOSED SESSION
63. CERTIFICATION BY BOARD MEMBERS REGARDING
ITEMS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION
(
Supervisor Bulova moved that the Board certify that, to the best of its knowledge, only public business matters lawfully exempted from open meeting requirements and only such public business matters as were identified in the motion by which closed session was convened were heard, discussed, or considered by the Board during the closed session. Supervisor Frey seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor Bulova, Supervisor Frey, Supervisor Gross, Supervisor Hudgins, Supervisor Hyland, Supervisor Kauffman, Supervisor McConnell, Supervisor Smyth, and Chairman Connolly voting "AYE," Supervisor DuBois being absent.
64. AUTHORIZATION OF THE SETTLEMENT OF PATRICIA E. MCDOUGALL VERSUS CHRISTOPHER
MICHAEL HUBER, AT LAW NUMBER CL-2004-0223376 (
Supervisor
Hyland moved that the Board authorize the settlement of Patricia E. McDougall versus Christopher Michael Huber, At
Law Number CL-2004-0223376, Fairfax County Circuit Court, according to the
terms and conditions outlined by the
65. REMOVAL OF VEGETATION BY DOMINION
Chairman
Connolly relinquished the Chair to Vice-Chairman Bulova and moved that the
Board direct staff to explore legal and/or administrative options regarding
the issue of vegetation removal by Dominion Virginia Power along the W&OD
Trail, as outlined by the
Vice-Chairman Bulova seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman Connolly.
66. AUTHORIZATION TO SEND THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS (BZA) A LETTER RELATING TO THE BOARD’S POLICY WITH REGARD TO AN APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS TO THE BZA FOR RETENTION OF PRIVATE LEGAL COUNSEL (3:29 p.m.)
Supervisor
Hyland moved that the Board authorize the
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AGENDA ITEMS
67. 3 P.M. – PH ON PROPOSED OUT-OF-TURN PLAN AMENDMENT
S04‑IV-LP1, LOCATED EAST OF
A Certificate
of Publication was filed from the editor of the Washington Times showing that notice of said public hearing was duly
advertised in that newspaper in the issues of December 23 and December 30,
2004.
(NOTE: On
Denise James, Planner III, Planning Division,
Department of Planning and Zoning, presented the staff and Planning Commission
recommendations.
Following the public hearing, which included
testimony by one speaker, Supervisor Hyland moved approval of Out-of-Turn
Plan Amendment S04-IV-LP1 as proposed in the recommended plan text as contained
in the handout entitled “Proposed
68.
The public hearing on Proffered Condition Amendment
Application PCA 79‑P‑038 was indefinitely deferred.
69.
The application property is located at
Ms. Sheri Hoy reaffirmed the validity of the
affidavit for the record.
Ms. Hoy had filed the necessary notices showing
that at least 25 adjacent and/or interested parties had been notified of
the date and hour of this public hearing and she proceeded to present her
case.
Following the public hearing, Kristen Crookshanks, Staff Coordinator, Zoning Evaluation Division,
Department of Planning and Zoning, presented the staff and Planning Commission
recommendations.
Supervisor Gross moved approval of Special Exception
Application SE 2004‑MA‑034, subject to the development
conditions dated
70.
The application property is located at
Ms. Jane Kelsey reaffirmed the validity of the
affidavit for the record.
Ms. Kelsey had filed the necessary notices showing
that at least 25 adjacent and/or interested parties had been notified of
the date and hour of this public hearing and she proceeded to present her
case.
Chairman Connolly disclosed the following campaign
contribution which he had received:
· In excess of $200 from Mr. John Ourisman who is not a party to this application
Catherine Lewis, Senior Staff Coordinator,
Zoning Evaluation Division, Department of Planning and Zoning, identified
the property.
Supervisor Hyland stated that the two letters referred to by Ms. Kelsey during her presentation will be made a part of the record.
Following the public hearing, Supervisor Hyland moved to waive the reading of the staff and Planning Commission recommendations. Supervisor Kauffman seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of eight, Supervisor Gross being out of the room, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
Supervisor Hyland moved approval of Special
Exception Amendment Application SEA 87-V-106-02, subject to the proffers
dated
Supervisor Hyland further moved:
·
Modification of the
·
Waiver of the service drive requirement along
·
Modification of the peripheral parking lot landscaping requirement along
the southern and western property lines to that shown on the SEA Plat.
Supervisor McConnell seconded the motion and
it carried by a vote of eight, Supervisor Gross being out of the room, Supervisor
DuBois being absent.
ADDITIONAL BOARD MATTER
71. LENGTH
OF SERVICE AWARD PRESENTATIONS TO SUPERVISOR MCCONNELL AND SUPERVISOR FREY
(
Chairman Connolly presented Springfield District
Supervisor McConnell with a Length of Service Award for 20 years of service
to the County.
Chairman Connolly presented Sully District Supervisor
Frey with a Length of Service Award for 25 years of service to the County.
AGENDA ITEMS
72. 4 P.M. – PH ON PROPOSED OUT-OF-TURN PLAN AMENDMENT
S04‑III-FC1, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON LEGATO ROAD ACROSS FROM FAIR
OAKS MALL (SPRINGFIELD DISTRICT)
(4 p.m.)
A Certificate
of Publication was filed from the editor of the Washington Times showing that notice of said public hearing was duly
advertised in that newspaper in the issues of March 3 and March 10, 2005.
Fred Selden, Director, Planning Division (PD),
Department of Planning and Zoning (DPZ), introduced new staff member Leanna Hush, Planner II, Public Facilities Planning Branch,
PD, DPZ, and she presented the staff and Planning Commission recommendations.
Following the public hearing, which included
testimony by one speaker, Supervisor McConnell moved approval of Out-of-Turn
Plan Amendment S04‑III‑FC1, as recommended in the handout dated
73. 4 P.M. – PH ON OUT-OF-TURN PLAN AMENDMENT S01-CW-15CP
TO CONSIDER REVISING INFORMATION, OBJECTIVES, AND POLICIES FOR THE PARKS
AND RECREATION SECTION OF THE POLICY PLAN ELEMENT IN THE 2003 EDITION OF
THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (No
time)
The public hearing on Out-of-Turn Plan Amendment
S01-CW-15CP was deferred to
74. 4 P.M. – PH ON SPECIAL EXCEPTION APPLICATION
SE 2004-SU-039 (
The application property is located at
Ms. Sarah Hall reaffirmed the validity of the
affidavit for the record.
Ms. Hall had filed the necessary notices showing
that at least 25 adjacent and/or interested parties had been notified of
the date and hour of this public hearing and she proceeded to present her
case.
Following the public hearing, Kristen Crookshanks,
Staff Coordinator, Zoning Evaluation Division, Department of Planning and
Zoning, presented the staff and Planning Commission recommendations.
Supervisor Frey moved approval of Special Exception
Application SE 2004‑SU‑039, subject to the proffers dated
Supervisor Frey further moved:
· Waiver of the transitional screening requirements on all four property lines.
·
Modification of the barrier requirements on all four property lines in accordance
with the SE Plat.
Supervisor McConnell seconded the motion and
it carried by a vote of seven, Supervisor Hyland and Supervisor Kauffman
being out of the room, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
75.
(O) A Certificate
of Publication was filed from the editor of the Washington Times showing that notice of
said public hearing was duly advertised in that newspaper in the issues
of March 8 and March 14, 2005.
Margaret
Luca, Electoral Board Secretary, presented the staff report.
Following the public hearing, Supervisor Hudgins
moved adoption of the proposed amendments to the Code of the
76.
(O) A Certificate
of Publication was filed from the editor of the Washington Times showing that notice of
said public hearing was duly advertised in that newspaper in the issues
of March 3 and March 10, 2005.
Laurnz A. Swartz, Executive Director, Retirement Administration
Agency, presented the staff report and discussion ensued.
Following the public hearing, Supervisor Gross
moved adoption of the proposed amendments to the Code of the
ADDITIONAL BOARD MATTER
77. WELCOME TO JUAN PACHECO OF BARRIOS UNIDOS AND FRIENDS (
Supervisor Bulova recognized the presence of Mr. Juan Pacheco of Barrios Unidos and friends and welcomed them to the Board Auditorium.
AGENDA ITEMS
78.
(O) The application property is located on the south
side of Alban Road, approximately 550 feet west of I-95, Tax Map 99-3 ((1))
3.
Ms. Lynne Strobel
reaffirmed the validity of the affidavit for the record.
Ms. Strobel had filed
the necessary notices showing that at least 25 adjacent and/or interested
parties had been notified of the date and hour of this public hearing and
she proceeded to present her case.
Following the public hearing, Regina Murray,
Branch Chief, Rezoning/Special Exception Branch, Zoning Evaluation Division,
Department of Planning and Zoning, presented the staff and Planning Commission
recommendations.
Supervisor Hyland moved:
·
Amendment of the Zoning Ordinance,
as it applies to the property which is the subject of Rezoning Application
RZ 2004-MV-031, from the R-1 District to the PDH-3 Disstrict, subject to the proffers dated
·
Approval of the Conceptual Development
Plan associated with the rezoning.
·
Modification of the Comprehensive
Plan recommendation to provide right-of-way 56 feet from the centerline
of
·
Waiver of fence height limitation
to permit the proposed sound mitigation wall along
Supervisor McConnell seconded the motion and
it carried by a vote of eight, Supervisor Bulova, Supervisor Gross, Supervisor
Hudgins, Supervisor Hyland, Supervisor Kauffman, Supervisor McConnell, Supervisor
Smyth, and Chairman Connolly voting “AYE,” Supervisor Frey being out of
the room, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
On
79.
(O) A Certificate
of Publication was filed from the editor of the Washington Times showing that notice of
said public hearing was duly advertised in that newspaper in the issues
of March 3 and March 10, 2005.
Paul Mounier, Transportation
Planner II, Department of Transportation, presented the staff report.
Supervisor Kauffman stated that he had an item for the record.
Following the public hearing, Supervisor Kauffman
moved adoption of the proposed amendments to the Code of the
80.
A Certificate
of Publication was filed from the editor of the Washington Times showing that notice of
said public hearing was duly advertised in that newspaper in the issues
of March 3 and March 10, 2005.
Patrick Ryan, Management Analyst II, Leasing
and Property Management, Facilities Management Department, presented the
staff report.
Following the public hearing, Supervisor Gross
moved that the Board authorize staff to execute a lease, substantially in
accordance with the proposed lease, for the continued use of County-owned
property at 6400 Seven Corners Place, Unit 1B, Falls Church, Virginia, Tax
Map Number 51-3-34-0001B1 to Hispanos Unidos de Virginia for the purpose
of providing a variety of human and social services to the Hispanic community
in the Falls Church area of the County.
Supervisor Bulova seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of
nine, Supervisor DuBois being absent.
81. 4:30 P.M. – PH AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE
TO SIGN A LICENSE AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD PERMITTING THE TEMPORARY
USE OF RIGHT-OF-WAY (SULLY DISTRICT) (4:38 p.m.)
(R) A Certificate
of Publication was filed from the editor of the Washington Times showing that notice of
said public hearing was duly advertised in that newspaper in the issues
of March 3 and March 10, 2005.
Luis Lopez, Property Analyst, Property Management
Branch, Facilities Management Department, presented the staff report.
Following the public hearing, which included
testimony by one speaker, Supervisor Frey moved adoption of the Resolution
authorizing the
82.
Supervisor
Frey moved to defer the public hearing on proposed amendments to the PFM
concerning signage for accessible parking spaces, cash deposits, and natural
drainage divides until
83. BOARD ADJOURNMENT (
Supervisor
Bulova moved to adjourn. Supervisor
Hudgins seconded the motion, and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor
DuBois being absent.