CLERK'S BOARD SUMMARY

REPORT OF ACTIONS OF THE

FAIRFAX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

MONDAY

May 9, 2005

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At a regular meeting of the Board of Supervisors of Fairfax County, Virginia, held in the Board Auditorium of the Government Center at Fairfax, Virginia, on Monday, May 9, 2005, at 9:05 a.m., there were present:

·        Chairman Gerald E. Connolly, presiding

·        Supervisor Sharon Bulova, Braddock District

·        Supervisor Michael Frey, Sully District

·        Supervisor Penelope A. Gross, Mason District

·        Supervisor Catherine M. Hudgins, Hunter Mill District

·        Supervisor Gerald W. Hyland, Mount Vernon District

 

·        Supervisor Linda Q. Smyth, Providence District

Supervisor Joan M. DuBois, Dranesville District, arrived at 9:14 a.m.

Supervisor Dana Kauffman, Lee District, arrived at 9:17 a.m.

Supervisor Elaine McConnell, Springfield 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.

1.                     ORDERS OF THE DAY  (9:05 a.m.)

Chairman Connolly announced that Board would break at noon to join members of the Police Department to honor its fallen officers at a ceremony at the Massey Building.  Transportation would be available from the front of the Government Center at noon and the Board could expect to return to the Government Center by 1 p.m.

AGENDA ITEMS

2.                     PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING MAY 16–22, 2005, AS “EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES WEEK” IN FAIRFAX COUNTY  (9:07 a.m.)

Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to Vice-Chairman Bulova and moved approval of the Proclamation to designate May 16–22, 2005, as “Emergency Medical Services Week” in Fairfax County.  Supervisor Gross and Supervisor Hyland seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of seven, Supervisor DuBois and Supervisor Kauffman being out of the room, Supervisor McConnell being absent. 

Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman Connolly.

3.                     CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION PRESENTED TO ROBINSON SECONDARY SCHOOL SYMPHONIC BAND  (9:12 a.m.)

Supervisor Bulova moved approval of the Certificate of Recognition presented to Robinson Secondary School Symphonic Band for demonstrating significantly high standards of musical excellence and providing balanced programs of musical activities over a period of several years that include concerts, solo, ensemble and marching expertise that resulted in the award of the Sudler Flag of Honor, the premier recognition for high school bands, establishing Robinson Secondary School as one of only four high schools in the country to win this award twice.  Supervisor Frey and Supervisor Hudgins jointly seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor McConnell being absent.

4.                     PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING MAY 2005 AS “EARLY INTERVENTION MONTH” IN FAIRFAX COUNTY  (9:21 a.m.)

Supervisor Gross moved approval of the Proclamation to designate May 2005 as “Early Intervention Month” in Fairfax County.  Supervisor Hyland seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of eight, Supervisor Frey being out of the room, Supervisor McConnell being absent. 

5.                     RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING THE LATE MR. DONALD SENESE  (9:26 a.m.)

(BACs)            Supervisor Hyland moved approval of the Resolution to posthumously recognize Mr. Donald Senese, who served on the History Commission for nearly 20 years, for his service and commitment to the residents of the County.  Supervisor Bulova seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor McConnell being absent.

6.                     CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION PRESENTED TO MR. SEAN DOUGLASS  (9:32 a.m.)

Supervisor Bulova moved approval of the Certificate of Recognition presented to Mr. Sean Douglass for his achievement and service to the community by coordinating 50 teens to rake leaves, garnering more than $8,000 over three years for Fairfax FISH (For Immediate and Sympathetic Help), and being named a state honoree to receive a Prudential Spirit of Community Award.  Chairman Connolly seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor McConnell being absent.

7.                     RESOLUTION THANKING THE KINGSTOWNE FAITH 5K RUN/WALK ORGANIZING COMMITTEE  (9:36 a.m.)

Supervisor Kauffman moved adoption of the Resolution to thank the Kingstowne Faith 5K Run/Walk Organizing Committee for its innovation, effectiveness and compassionate community spirit in raising $13,275 for the work of the Koinonia Foundation, Incorporated, which provides needy individuals and families in the County with compassionate and caring emergency assistance for housing, medical needs, clothing, food, and helping with agency referrals.  Supervisor Hyland seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of eight, Supervisor Smyth being out of the room, Supervisor McConnell being absent.

8.                     CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION PRESENTED TO THE WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM AND THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE  (9:40 a.m.)

Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to Vice-Chairman Bulova and moved approval of the Certificate of Recognition presented to the Wastewater Management Program and the Department of Finance for their diligent effort and outstanding work in producing the first Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the Integrated Sewer System, resulting in a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada, the highest form of recognition in the area of government accounting and financial reporting. Supervisor Gross and Supervisor Hyland jointly seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor McConnell being absent. 

Vice Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman Connolly.

9.                     PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING MAY 14, 2005, AS “GIRL POWER! DAY” IN FAIRFAX COUNTY  (9:44 a.m.)

Jointly with Supervisor Kauffman, Supervisor Hyland moved approval of the Proclamation to designate May 14, 2005, as “Girl Power! Day” in Fairfax County and urged all residents to recognize the lifetime benefit this program conferred upon young women and the contribution this endeavor made to the overall wellbeing of the County.  Supervisor Kauffman seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor McConnell being absent. 

                       

10.                   PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING MAY 20, 2005, AS “BIKE TO WORK DAY” IN FAIRFAX COUNTY  (9:53 a.m.)

Jointly with Supervisor Smyth, Supervisor Hudgins moved approval of the Proclamation to designate May 20, 2005, as “Bike to Work Day” in Fairfax County and encouraged all residents to participate in this worthy event.  Supervisor Smyth seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor McConnell being absent. 

11.                   PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING MAY 2005 AS “AMERICAN WETLANDS MONTH” IN FAIRFAX COUNTY  (9:58 a.m.)

Supervisor Gross moved approval of the Proclamation to designate May 2005 as “American Wetlands Month” in Fairfax County and urged all residents to learn more about wetlands and take an active role in protecting and restoring them for future generations.  Supervisor Hyland seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor McConnell being absent. 

12.                   PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING MAY 8–14, 2005, AS “BUILDING SAFETY WEEK” IN FAIRFAX COUNTY, AND RECOGNITION OF STAFF FROM LAND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES (DPWES)

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 I-2 – INTERNATIONAL BUILDING SAFETY WEEK  (10:05 a.m.)

Supervisor Frey moved approval of the Proclamation to designate May 8-14, 2005, as “Building Safety Week” in Fairfax County and to recognize this year’s recipient of the Building Safety Community Partnership Award and staff from Land Development Services, DPWES, for their efforts this past year in regard to building safety and urged all residents to recognize the importance of modern construction safety codes and the vital contributions rendered by the dedicated individuals promoting building and construction safety.  Supervisor Hyland seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor McConnell being absent. 

Discussion ensued concerning the cooperation that has developed between the industry and hard-working staff who see to it that construction is done properly and that safety is addressed.

Following passage of the resolution, Ray Pylant, Director, Commercial Inspection Division, Department of Public Works and Environmental Services, presented the Building Safety Community Partnership Award to Lynn S. Green, Government Affairs Manager, Northern Virginia Building Industry Association.

Chairman Connolly called the Board’s attention to Information Item I-2 –International Building Safety Week announcing that, in observance of International Building Safety Week, May 8–14, 2005, DPWES is conducting a campaign to promote awareness of building safety in the County.

13.                   PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING MAY 15–21, 2005, AS “PUBLIC WORKS WEEK” IN FAIRFAX COUNTY  (10:16 a.m.)

Supervisor Smyth moved approval of the Proclamation to designate May 15-21, 2005, as “Public Works Week” in Fairfax County and urged all residents to recognize the commitment to the community that Public Works and Environmental Services employees make to preserve the environment to protect the health, safety, and welfare of County residents.  Supervisor Bulova seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor McConnell being absent. 

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BOARD MATTER

14.                   NANCY VEHRS, CLERK TO THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, SWORN IN AS PRESIDENT OF THE VIRGINIA MUNICIPAL CLERKS ASSOCIATION (VMCA)  (10:23 a.m.)

                        Supervisor Gross congratulated Nancy Vehrs, Clerk to the Board of Supervisors, as she begins her term as president of the VMCA.  Supervisor Hyland said that he had the privilege of attending and conducting the swearing in ceremony in Chesterfield County. 

                        Discussion ensued regarding other County employees serving in leadership positions for various professional organizations throughout the State.

AGENDA ITEMS

15.                   10 A.M. – PRESENTATION BY DR. ROBERT TEMPLIN, PRESIDENT, NORTHERN VIRGINIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE (NVCC)  (10:27 a.m.)

Dr. Robert Templin, President, NVCC, presented an update on the college.  Discussion ensued regarding how the County and NVCC could collaborate on future endeavors. 

Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to Vice-Chairman Bulova and asked unanimous consent that the Board direct staff to arrange a meeting between the Board and Dr. Templin and the NVCC Board.  Without objection, it was so ordered.

Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman Connolly.

16.                   10:15 A.M. – PRESENTATION OF THE ANNUAL TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMISSION (TAC) AWARD  (10:50 a.m.)

(BACs)            George Barker, Chairperson, TAC, presented its annual award to Ellen Posner, Assistant County Attorney, for her outstanding work as the County’s lead counsel for the Department of Transportation and her contributions in transportation.

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17.                   ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS   (10:58 a.m.)

                        Supervisor Gross moved approval of the Administrative Items.  Supervisor Hyland seconded the motion.

                        Chairman Connolly announced that the County Executive had withdrawn Admin 5.

 

                        Supervisor Smyth asked unanimous consent that the Board defer action on Admin 9 until after closed session.  Without objection, it was so ordered.

                        Supervisor Kauffman called the Board's attention to Admin 3 – Authorization to Advertise Public Hearings on Proposed Amendments to the Code of the County of Fairfax, Chapter 112 (Zoning Ordinance), Regarding Containment Structures Associated with Outdoor Recreation/Sports Facility Playing Fields/Courts and Golf Courses, and thanked staff for the speed with which they had moved on this item.

Chairman Connolly called the Board’s attention to Admin 4 – Authorization to Advertise a Public Hearing on Spot Blight Abatement Ordinance for 8301 Cooper Street (Mount Vernon District), and discussion ensued regarding the need for an updated report.

 

Following discussion, with input from Anthony H. Griffin, County Executive, Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to Vice‑Chairman Bulova and asked unanimous consent that the Board direct staff to provide a more comprehensive updated report on where the County is regarding spot blight abatement.  Without objection, it was so ordered.

 

                        Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman Connolly.

 

                        Supervisor Hyland called the Board's attention to Admin 7 – Designation of Plans Examiner Status Under the Expedited Land Development Review Program, and discussion ensued with input from Jimmie D. Jenkins, Director, Department of Public Works and Environmental Services, regarding inactive Plans Examiners.

 

                        Following discussion, Supervisor Hyland asked unanimous consent that the Board direct staff to review the reasons and provide a report regarding why so many Plans Examiners no longer want to participate.  Without objection, it was so ordered.

 

The question was called on the motion, with the exception of Admin 5 and Admin 9, and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor Bulova, Supervisor DuBois, Supervisor Frey, Supervisor Gross, Supervisor Hudgins, Supervisor Hyland, Supervisor Kauffman, Supervisor Smyth, and Chairman Connolly voting "AYE," Supervisor McConnell being absent.

 

ADMIN 1 – AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE LEASING OF A PORTION OF COUNTY-OWNED PROPERTY AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE FAIRFAX COUNTY PARKWAY AND BARON CAMERON AVENUE TO OMNIPOINT COMMUNICATIONS CAP OPERATIONS, LLC (DOING BUSINESS AS “T-MOBILE”) (HUNTER MILL DISTRICT)

 

(A)                   Authorized the advertisement of a public hearing to be held before the Board on June 6, 2005, at 4 p.m. regarding the proposed leasing of a portion of County-owned property at the intersection of the Fairfax County Parkway and Baron Cameron Avenue, Reston, Virginia (Tax Map 17-1 unimproved Right-of-Way) to Omnipoint Communications Cap Operations, LLC (“T-Mobile”) for the purpose of installing a telecommunications base station.

 

ADMIN 2 – EXTENSION OF REVIEW PERIODS FOR 2232 PUBLIC FACILITY REVIEW APPLICATIONS (HUNTER MILL, MASON, PROVIDENCE, AND SULLY DISTRICTS)

 

Approved an extension of the review period for the following Public Facility (2322) Review Applications:

 

·        FSA-69-2 to June 14, 2005

 

·        FSA-P98-25-1 to June 14, 2005

 

·        FSA-M01-39-1 to July 15, 2005

 

·        FSA-Y97-50-3 to July 16, 2005

 

·        FSA-H96-22-2 to July 21, 2005

 

·        2232-Y05-7 to September 26, 2005

 

ADMIN 3 – AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE PUBLIC HEARINGS ON PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE CODE OF THE COUNTY OF FAIRFAX, CHAPTER 112 (ZONING ORDINANCE), REGARDING CONTAINMENT STRUCTURES ASSOCIATED WITH OUTDOOR RECREATION/SPORTS FACILITY PLAYING FIELDS/COURTS AND GOLF COURSES

 

(A) (R)             (NOTE:  Earlier in the meeting, additional action was taken regarding this item.  See page 6.)

 

                        Adopted the Resolution authorizing the advertisement of a public hearing to be held before the Planning Commission on June 15, 2005, and before the Board on July 11, 2005, at 4 p.m. to consider proposed amendments to the Code of the County of Fairfax, Chapter 112 (Zoning Ordinance), to consider an increase in fence height and/or modification to the corresponding location regarding regulations for containment structures associated with outdoor recreation/sports facilities playing fields/courts and golf courses when such structures are designed to preclude the flight of a ball or other sports equipment onto adjacent property.

 

                        ADMIN 4 – AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE A PUBLIC HEARING ON A SPOT BLIGHT ABATEMENT ORDINANCE FOR 8301 COOPER STREET (MOUNT VERNON DISTRICT)

 

(A)                   (NOTE:  Earlier in the meeting, there was discussion of this item.  See page 6.)

 

                        Authorized the advertisement of a public hearing to be held before the Board on June 6, 2005, at 3:30 p.m. to consider adoption of a Spot Blight Abatement Ordinance for 8301 Cooper Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22309 [Tax Map Number 101-3-((02))-0005].

 

                        ADMIN 5 – SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION RESOLUTION (SAR) AS 05097 FOR THE FAIRFAX COUNTY FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT (FRD) TO ACCEPT A DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (DHS) URBAN AREAS SECURITY INITIATIVE GRANT PROGRAM SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD FROM THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (DC) OFFICE OF DEPUTY MAYOR FOR PUBLIC SAFETY AND JUSTICE

 

                        This item was withdrawn by staff.

 

ADMIN 6 – STREETS INTO THE SECONDARY SYSTEM (HUNTER MILL, MASON, SPRINGFIELD, AND SULLY DISTRICTS)

 

(R)                   Approved the request that the streets listed below be accepted into the State Secondary System:

 

Subdivision	District	Street
Avalon at Foxmill             Annandale Road Property   Lewis Park, Section 1     Fair Oaks Glen     Compton Village Section 13       Wharton Park	Hunter Mill             Mason   Springfield     Sully     Sully         Sully	Frying Pan Road        Route 608        Additional ROW Only Greg-Roy Lane        Route 2520        Additional ROW Only   Roundtree Estates Court   Easter Lane        Route 10621   Valley Oaks Drive Valley Oaks Court   La Petite Place        Route 8858 Coble Lasky Court Darkwood Drive   Wharton Park Court Wharton Lane        Route 1166        Additional ROW Only

 

ADMIN 7 – DESIGNATION OF PLANS EXAMINER STATUS UNDER THE EXPEDITED LAND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW PROGRAM

 

(NOTE:  Earlier in the meeting, additional action was taken regarding this item.  See page 7.)

 

Designated the following individuals, identified with their registration numbers, as inactive Plans Examiners:

 

·        Bo Baik                                    (151)

 

·        Dennis G. Casbeer                   (178)

 

·        Otis Deal                                  (120)

 

·        David Jensen                            (12)

 

·        Kenneth L. Kidder                   (173)

 

·        Lance K. Kilby             (190)

 

·        Jeffrey B. Kozero                     (209)

 

·        Matthew Kroll                          (206)

 

·        Standish P. Kugler                    (96)

 

·        Harbans Matharoo (retired)      (84)

 

·        Anthony C. Morse                    (26)

 

·        George O’Quinn                       (107)

 

·        Anthony T. Owens                   (212)

 

·        Bhoopendra Prakash                (133)

 

·        Robert J. Simpson                    (59)

 

·        Edward B. Snider                     (61)

 

·        John Storms                             (130)

 

·        Justin R. Troidl             (230)

 

 

Authorized FCRHA to submit grant applications to HUD for the following:

 

·        Housing Choice Voucher Family Self-Sufficiency Coordinator in the amount of $65,000.

 

·        The Public Housing Neighborhood Networks in the amount of $400,000.

 

·        The ROSS Resident Services Delivery Model – Elderly and Persons with Disabilities in the amount of $350,000.

 

·        The Public Housing Self-Sufficiency Coordinator in the amount of $65,000.

 

·        ROSS Homeownership Supportive Services Programs in the amount of $350,000.

 

ADMIN 9 – AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE PUBLIC HEARINGS ON PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE CODE OF THE COUNTY OF FAIRFAX, CHAPTER 118 (CHESAPEAKE BAY PRESERVATION ORDINANCE), REGARDING THE MAP OF CHESAPEAKE BAY PRESERVATION AREAS – RESOURCE PROTECTION AREA BOUNDARIES

 

(NOTE: Action on this item was deferred until later in the meeting.  See Clerk's Summary Item CL#61.)

 

18.                   A-1 – PARKING REDUCTION FOR THE PROPOSED DOUBLE LEE PARK BUILDING IN THE BAILEY’S CROSSROADS/SEVEN CORNERS COMMERCIAL REVITALIZATION DISTRICT (MASON DISTRICT)  (11:02 a.m.)

 

On motion of Supervisor Gross, seconded by Supervisor Bulova, and carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor McConnell being absent, the Board concurred in the recommendation of staff and approved a parking reduction of 13.5 percent for the proposed building located on parcel 51-3 ((5)) 3A and 4 pursuant to Paragraph 3(A), Section A7-209 of the Zoning Ordinance on the conditions outlined in the Board Agenda Item dated May 9, 2005.

 

19.                   A-2 – APPROVAL OF A GRANT IN INVESTING IN COMMUNITIES PROGRAM (ICP) FUNDING TO RESTON COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT CORPORATION (RCRC) FOR LAKE ANNE COMMERCIAL AREA REVITALIZATION STUDY: PHASE II CHARRETTE (HUNTER MILL DISTRICT)  (11:03 a.m.)

 

On motion of Supervisor Hudgins, seconded by Supervisor Hyland, and carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor McConnell being absent, the Board concurred in the recommendation of staff and approved the award of up to $30,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds under the ICP to the RCRC for the Lake Anne Commercial Area Revitalization Study:  Phase II Charrette.

 

(NOTE:  Later in the meeting, the Board took further action on the Lake Anne revitalization project.  See Clerk’s Summary Item CL#39.)

 

20.                   A-3 – APPROVAL OF FUNDING FOR A VIENNA/FAIRFAX-GMU METRORAIL STATION PARKING STUDY, AND ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR THE HUNTINGTON METRORAIL STATION PARKING GARAGE ADDITION  (11:04 a.m.)

 

Supervisor Hyland moved that the Board concur in the recommendation of staff and approve:

 

·        $1 million from the Parking Surcharge Revenue Account for a parking study at the Vienna/Fairfax-GMU Metrorail Station.

 

·        $6 million ($1.5 million from the Parking Surcharge Revenue Account, $1.5 million in Parking Surcharge funds originally approved for the West Falls Church Metrorail parking garage project, and $3 million from the Transportation Infrastructure Investment Fund at the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority) for the Huntington Metrorail Station Parking Garage Addition.

 

Supervisor Kauffman seconded the motion.

 

Discussion ensued with input from Todd Wigglesworth, Senior Transportation Planner, Coordination and Funding Section, Department of Transportation (DOT), regarding the cost of the parking study at the station.

 

Following further discussion, with input from Thomas Biesiadny, Chief, Coordination and Funding Section, DOT, regarding the study, Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to Vice‑Chairman Bulova and asked unanimous consent that the Board direct staff to provide a comprehensive report with a more detailed cost analysis and scope of the project.  Without objection, it was so ordered.

 

                        Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman Connolly.

 

The question was called on the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor McConnell being absent.

  

21.                   C-1 – BOARD DECISION ONLY ON AN APPEAL BY BATAL CORBIN, LLC OF A PROFFER INTERPRETATION FOR REZONING APPLICATION RZ 1999-PR-035 (PROVIDENCE DISTRICT)  (11:13 a.m.)

 

(NOTE:  On April 25, 2005, the Board considered this item and deferred decision until May 9, 2005.)

 

The Board next considered an item contained in the Board Agenda dated May 9, 2005, regarding an appeal by Batal Corbin, LLC of a proffer interpretation that development activities that have occurred on the Appellant’s property are not in substantial conformance with the proffers accepted pursuant to Rezoning Application RZ 1999-PR-035.

 

Supervisor Smyth reported that Batal Corbin, LLC, the appellant in the Initial Appeal Application IA 1999‑PR‑035, which is an appeal of the January 24, 2005, proffer interpretation of the proffers accepted with the approval of Rezoning Application RZ 1999-PR-035, has entered into discussions with the County regarding the possibility that it may pursue a proffered condition amendment to attempt to resolve this matter.

 

Therefore, Supervisor Smyth moved that the Board defer its decision in the Batal Corbin appeal until June 6, 2005.  Supervisor Hyland seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor McConnell being absent.

 

22.                   I-1 – CONTRACT AWARD – STREAM AND BANK STABILIZATION AT DIFFICULT RUN STREAM VALLEY PARK (DRANESVILLE DISTRICT)  (11:14 a.m.)

 

The Board next considered an item contained in the Board Agenda dated May 9, 2005, requesting authorization for staff to award a contract to Sagres Construction Corporation in the amount of $442,700 for the construction of stream and bank stabilization improvements at Difficult Run Stream Valley Park.

 

The staff was directed administratively to proceed as proposed.

 

23.                   I-2 – INTERNATIONAL BUILDING SAFETY WEEK  (11:14 a.m.)

 

(NOTE:  Earlier in the meeting, the Board took action on this item.  See Summary Item CL#12.)

 

24.                   I-3 – CONTRACT AWARDS FOR GENERAL CIVIL ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES TO DEWBERRY AND DAVIS LLC AND BOWMAN CONSULTING GROUP, LIMITED  (11:14 a.m.)

 

The Board next considered an item contained in the Board Agenda dated May 9, 2005, requesting authorization for staff to award contracts to the following firms in the amount of $1,650,000 per firm to perform general civil engineering design services for engineering design projects when authorized by the County:

 

·        Dewberry and Davis LLC

 

·        Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd.

 

                        The staff was directed administratively to proceed as proposed.

 

ADDITIONAL BOARD MATTERS

 

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25.                   COLONEL WILLIAMS DAY  (11:15 a.m.)

 

Chairman Connolly announced that this Board Matter was presently jointly with Supervisor Hyland, Supervisor Kauffman, and Supervisor McConnell.  He noted that Supervisor McConnell was not present at the meeting because she is recovering from a fall where she fractured her leg.  On behalf of the Board, he wished her well.

 

Chairman Connolly announced that Colonel Thomas W. (“T.W.”)Williams, who took command of Fort Belvoir on July 11, 2002, is being promoted and will be managing 28 installations in the Army’s Northeast Region.  Accordingly, on behalf of Supervisor Hyland, Supervisor Kauffman, and Supervisor McConnell, Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to Vice-Chairman Bulova and moved that the Board:

 

·        Proclaim June 14, 2005, as “Colonel Williams Day” in Fairfax County in conjunction with the US Army Birthday.

 

·        Direct staff to invite him to be recognized with the proclamation at the June 6, 2005