Final Summary, 9/12/05

CLERK'S BOARD SUMMARY

REPORT OF ACTIONS OF THE

FAIRFAX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

MONDAY

September 12, 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, September 12, 2005, at 9:14 a.m., there were present:

· Chairman Gerald E. Connolly, presiding

· Supervisor Sharon Bulova, Braddock District

· Supervisor Joan M. DuBois, Dranesville 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 Dana Kauffman, Lee District

· Supervisor Elaine McConnell, Springfield District

· Supervisor Linda Q. Smyth, Providence District

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 MATTER

1. MOMENT OF SILENCE (9:14 a.m.)

Chairman Connolly asked everyone to keep in thoughts not only the families of the victims of September 11, 2001, but the people in Gulf Coast region suffering after the destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina.

Supervisor DuBois asked everyone to keep in thoughts the family of Noah Belton, who died at the age of 20. He was diagnosed with a rare disease called Alexander Disease at the age of 4½. Because of him there is now the permanent Orphan Drug Tax Credit, which funds research for rare diseases.

Supervisor DuBois asked everyone to keep in thoughts the family of the late Mr. Jack Smoot, developer of Salona Village in McLean, one of the earlier shopping centers, and a McLean resident since 1927.

Supervisor DuBois asked everyone to keep in thoughts the family of Mr. Lub Stamenich, age 26, a former Langley High School and University of Virginia football star who died of leukemia two weeks after being diagnosed.

Chairman Connolly asked everyone to keep in thoughts the family of Ms. Karen Marquez who recently died from a lymphoma-related disease.

Supervisor Hudgins asked everyone to keep in thoughts the family of Mr. Ed Brazill who died recently. Mr. Brazill was an advocate for persons with mental illness.

(NOTE: Later in the meeting, the Board discussed Hurricane Katrina and took action. See Clerk’s Summary Items CL#5 and CL#26.)

AGENDA ITEMS

2. CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION PRESENTED TO CITIZENS AND BUSINESSES (9:16 a.m.)

Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to Vice-Chairman Bulova and moved approval of the Certificate of Recognition presented to citizens and businesses who have made properties for training available to County public safety workers. Supervisor Hyland and Supervisor McConnell jointly seconded the motion and it carried by unanimous vote.

Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman Connolly.

3. CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION PRESENTED TO HEROES OF THE TIMBER LANE FIRE (PROVIDENCE DISTRICT) (9:21 a.m.)

Supervisor Smyth moved approval of the Certificate of Recognition presented to the first responders and heroes for their actions during the Timber Lane fire incident which helped bring the residents to safety as well as helped them rebuild their lives. Supervisor Gross seconded the motion and it carried by unanimous vote.

ADDITIONAL BOARD MATTER

4. WELCOME BACK TO MASTER POLICE OFFICER (MPO) LEE P. NORTHROP (9:29 a.m.)

Chairman Connolly announced that MPO Lee Northrop, who provides security for the Board and the public during its meetings, is back to work.

AGENDA ITEMS

5. PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2005 AS “FAIRFAX PREPARES MONTH” IN FAIRFAX COUNTY (9:29 a.m.)

(NOTE: Earlier in the meeting, the Board acknowledged the victims of Hurricane Katrina on the Gulf Coast. See Clerk’s Summary Item CL#1.)

Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to Vice-Chairman Bulova and moved approval of the Proclamation to designate the month of September 2005 as “Fairfax Prepares Month” in Fairfax County. Supervisor McConnell seconded the motion and it carried by unanimous vote.

A brief discussion ensued regarding preparing emergency supply kits.

Supervisor Hudgins recognized the presence of the parents of Mr. Donald Smith who are from New Orleans, and warmly welcomed them to the Board Auditorium.

Supervisor Gross noted that the Mason District Town meeting will be held on September 29, 2005, at 7 p.m. at the Mason District Governmental Center and the theme is emergency preparedness. The meeting is open to the public and there will be more information on the emergency supply kits.

Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman Connolly.

(NOTE: Later in the meeting, the board took action regarding preparedness. See Clerk’s Summary Item CL#26).

6. RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING FLINT HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HUNTER MILL DISTRICT) (9:48 a.m.)

Supervisor Hudgins moved approval of the Resolution to congratulate Flint Hill Elementary School on the occasion of its fiftieth anniversary. Chairman Connolly seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor Frey being out of the room.

7. PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING SEPTEMBER 15 – OCTOBER 15, 2005, AS “HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH” IN FAIRFAX COUNTY (9:56 a.m.)

Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to Vice-Chairman Bulova and moved approval of the Proclamation to designate September 15 – October 15, 2005, as “Hispanic Heritage Month” in Fairfax County. Supervisor Hyland and Supervisor McConnell jointly seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of eight, Supervisor DuBois and Supervisor Frey being out of the room.

Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman Connolly.

8. RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING SAINT CHRISTOPHER’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH (SPRINGFIELD DISTRICT) (10:04 a.m.)

Supervisor Kauffman moved approval of the Resolution to congratulate Saint Christopher’s Episcopal Church on the occasion of its fiftieth anniversary. Supervisor McConnell seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor Frey being out of the room.

9. PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING OCTOBER 3-9, 2005, AS “MENTAL ILLNESS AWARENESS WEEK” IN FAIRFAX COUNTY (10:11 a.m.)

Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to Vice-Chairman Bulova and moved approval of the Proclamation to designate October 3-9, 2005, as “Mental Illness Awareness Week” in Fairfax County. Supervisor Hyland seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor Smyth being out of the room.

Discussion ensued regarding the Mental Illness Awareness Event being held at the Fairview Marriott starting at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, September 30, 2005. Chairman Connolly asked unanimous consent that the Board direct staff to publicize this information on Channel 16. Without objection, it was so ordered.

Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman Connolly.

10. RESOLUTION TO COMMEND MS. VIVIAN WATKINS FOR HER COMMITMENT TO INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES (10:19 a.m.)

Supervisor Hudgins moved approval of the Resolution to commend and thank Ms. Vivian Watkins for her noteworthy advocacy and exemplary service on behalf of individuals with disabilities in Fairfax County. Supervisor Bulova seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor Hudgins being out of the room.

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11. 10 A.M. – PUBLIC HEARING ON THE COUNTY AND SCHOOLS’ FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2005 CARRYOVER REVIEW TO AMEND THE APPROPRIATION LEVEL IN THE FY 2006 REVISED BUDGET PLAN

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ADMIN 2 – AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE A PUBLIC HEARING TO AMEND THE CODE OF THE COUNTY OF FAIRFAX, CHAPTER 4 (TAXATION AND FINANCE) TO INCREASE THE INCOME AND ASSET ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR REAL PROPERTY TAX RELIEF TO CERTAIN ELDERLY AND DISABLED PERSONS (10:22 a.m.)

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(FPR) (O)(A) 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 August 24 and September 1, 2005.

Susan Datta, Director, Department of Management and Budget, made a brief presentation of the County and Schools’ FY 2005 Carryover Review.

Following the testimony of Eleanor Weck (Speaker 17), discussion ensued, with input from Ms. Datta, regarding bond funds for sidewalk, trail, and bicycle connections. Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to Vice-Chairman Bulova and asked unanimous consent that the Board direct staff to provide information to Ms. Weck regarding these funds and their allocation. Without objection, it was so ordered.

Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman Connolly.

Following the testimony of Ralph Wills, Chair, Soccer Council, and President, Chantilly Youth (Speaker 28), Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to Vice-Chairman Bulova and asked unanimous consent that the Board direct staff to investigate the situation regarding the protection of fields and conflict resolution. Without objection, it was so ordered.

Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman Connolly.

The public hearing was held with testimony presented by 30 speakers on the following subjects: athletic fields and fees, after school programs for middle school students, real estate tax relief, salary supplements for local State employees, funding to enhance bicycle transportation, funding for a youth employment center, additional transportation funding, and day laborers.

Supervisor DuBois submitted an item for the record.

Supervisor Hyland recognized the presence of members of the Lorton Arts Foundation Board of Directors and warmly welcomed them to the Board Auditorium.

Supervisor Bulova and Chairman Connolly submitted items for the record.

Supervisor Bulova presented the Budget Chair’s proposal for the FY 2005 Carryover Review, including a review of each Consideration Item, and discussion ensued, with input from Ms. Datta and Tom Biesadny, staff, Department of Transportation.

With regard to funding for the Dulles Corridor Rail Association, Supervisor Hudgins asked unanimous consent that the Board direct the County Executive to work with the Economic Development Authority in an effort to support the request. Following discussion, without objection, it was so ordered.

Following further discussion of the Consideration Items, Supervisor Bulova moved approval of the Carryover package including Supplemental Appropriation Resolution (SAR) AS 06014 and Amendment to the Fiscal Planning Resolution (FPR) AS 06900 with changes as detailed in Attachment A to the Budget Chair’s Board Motions dated September 12, 2005, including administrative adjustments, with changes as noted, the establishment of reserves as outlined, the recommended consideration items (Attachment B of the Budget Chair’s Board Motions dated September 12, 2005), and adjustments to the Managed Reserve to maintain the reserve at two percent of total disbursements based on actions taken by the Board as part of the Carryover Review. Supervisor Hyland seconded the motion.

Discussion ensued regarding the day laborer issue.

Supervisor Bulova clarified that, pursuant to discussion prior to the motion, it included direction to staff to begin the groundwork for the Wiehle Avenue/Reston Transportation Study, in preparation for its funding at the FY 2006 Third Quarter Review.

The question was called on the motion, as clarified, and it carried by unanimous vote, Supervisor Bulova, Supervisor DuBois, Supervisor Frey, Supervisor Gross, Supervisor Hudgins, Supervisor Hyland, Supervisor Kauffman, Supervisor McConnell, Supervisor Smyth, and Chairman Connolly voting “AYE.”

Supervisor Bulova moved approval of an increase in the compensation for the Board of Equalization (BOE) from $125 per meeting to $200 per meeting as requested by the BOE and discussed in the August 22, 2005, memorandum to the Board. The cost of this adjustment is $20,250, which can be accommodated within the Department of Tax Administration's current appropriation. The adjustment will address recruitment and retention issues and is more in line with the preparation and meeting requirements of the BOE members. Supervisor Hyland seconded the motion.

Supervisor Kauffman asked to amend the motion to direct the County Executive to work with the Board to find a better response to how to encompass the request for clear information on the assessment process toward a goal of reducing the number of appeals heard by the BOE, and this was accepted.

The question was called on the motion, as amended, and it carried by a unanimous vote.

Supervisor Bulova called the Board’s attention to Admin 2 - Authorization to Advertise a Public Hearing to Amend the Code Of The County of Fairfax, Chapter 4 (Taxation And Finance) to Increase the Income and Asset Eligibility Requirements for Real Property Tax Relief to Certain Elderly And Disabled Persons and moved approval which authorizes the advertisement of changes to the County's Tax Relief for Elderly and Disabled Residents. These changes would extend real estate tax relief to the state authorized maximum level for assets and income. The public hearing on the required Code amendments will be scheduled on October 17, 2005. Supervisor Hyland seconded the motion and it carried by unanimous vote, Supervisor Bulova, Supervisor DuBois, Supervisor Frey, Supervisor Gross, Supervisor Hudgins, Supervisor Hyland, Supervisor Kauffman, Supervisor McConnell, Supervisor Smyth, and Chairman Connolly voting “AYE.”

In acknowledging receipt of the Sheriff's recent memorandum on the Market Pay Study, Supervisor Bulova said that it is important to note that the Board takes seriously issues of recruitment and retention in the Sheriff's Department. County citizens rely on Sheriff Deputies as a cornerstone of public safety in the County, especially as it relates to jail security.

Therefore, Supervisor Bulova moved that the Board direct the:

· County Executive to begin immediate reviews with the Sheriff on the issue of competitive compensation and its impact on recruitment and retention and that the County Executive present his recommendations to the Board on this issue in the context of the FY 2007 Budget.

· County Executive and staff to provide information and recommendations as part of a future meeting of the Board’s Budget Committee.

Supervisor Hyland seconded the motion.

Supervisor Kauffman asked to amend the motion to direct staff to include a review of the position requirements for those employees providing jail security, and this was accepted.

Following a brief discussion regarding Sheriff Deputies, the question was called on the motion, as amended, which carried by unanimous vote.

Mementos from New Orleans

Supervisor Bulova called the Board’s attention to some mementos that she had distributed to each Member. She purchased them in New Orleans when she vacationed in that city in early August. She stressed the importance of local government and preparedness.

Following comments regarding easing the burden of taxes on low income homeowners and offering grants, Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to Vice-Chairman Bulova and asked unanimous consent that the Board direct staff, during the next budget cycle, to report with how such a proposal might work, how it is working elsewhere, its cost, and mechanisms for implementation. Without objection, it was so ordered.

Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman Connolly.

With regard to the proliferation of “McMansions” in older neighborhoods and their effect on real estate values and taxes, Supervisor McConnell asked unanimous consent that the Board refer this issue to the Board’s Legislative Committee for review for possible tax relief. Without objection, it was so ordered.

With reference to the testimony of Kieran Sharpe, President, Partnership for Youth (Speaker 11), and the request for funding for expansion of the youth employment centers (“Job Huts”), Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to Vice-Chairman Bulova and asked unanimous consent that the Board direct staff to include $500,000 for expansion of these centers in the FY 2007 Budget Consideration Items. Without objection, it was so ordered.

Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman Connolly.

(NOTE: Later in the meeting, the Board addressed some issues raised during this public hearing. See Clerk’s Summary Items CL#45 and CL#65.)

12. ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS (12:57 p.m.)

Supervisor Gross moved approval of the Administrative Items with the exception of Admin 2 which was previously approved. The second to the motion was inaudible.

Supervisor Smyth asked unanimous consent that Admin 8 – Authorization to Advertise a Public Hearing on a Spot Blight Abatement Ordinance for 7159 Barry Road (Lee District) be pulled for consideration during closed session. Without objection, it was so ordered.

Supervisor Gross called the Board’s attention to Admin 1 – Board of Supervisors’ Meeting Schedule for Calendar Year 2006 and discussion ensued concerning alternative meeting dates.

Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to Vice-Chairman Bulova and asked unanimous consent that the Board direct staff to modify the calendar to schedule a Board meeting on July 31, 2006, rather than August 7, 2006. Without objection, it was so ordered.

Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman Connolly.

The question was called on the motion, as amended, and it carried by unanimous vote, Supervisor Bulova, Supervisor DuBois, Supervisor Frey, Supervisor Gross, Supervisor Hudgins, Supervisor Hyland, Supervisor Kauffman, Supervisor McConnell, Supervisor Smyth, and Chairman Connolly voting “AYE.”

ADMIN 1 – BOARD OF SUPERVISORS’ MEETING SCHEDULE FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2006

(NOTE: Earlier in the meeting, action was taken on this item. See above.)

Adopted the meeting schedule for January through December, 2006, as amended.

(NOTE: Earlier in the meeting, action was taken on this item. See Clerk’s Summary Item CL#12.)

ADMIN 3 – EXTENSION OF REVIEW PERIODS FOR PUBLIC FACILITY (2232) REVIEW APPLICATIONS (DRANESVILLE, HUNTER MILL, MOUNT VERNON, AND SPRINGFIELD DISTRICTS)

Authorized the extension of the review periods for the following Public Facility (2232) Review Applications:

· Application 2232-V05-18 to November 12, 2005

· Application FA-H05-23 to November 17, 2005

· Applications 2232-S05-15 and 456A-D89-27-1 to February 28, 2006

ADMIN 4 – INSTALLATION OF A MULTI-WAY STOP AT HILLBROOK DRIVE AND CINDY LANE AS PART OF THE RESIDENTIAL TRAFFIC ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM (R-TAP) (MASON DISTRICT)

Endorsed the installation of multi-way stop(s) at the following intersection and that the Virginia Department of Transportation be requested to install the necessary signs at the earliest possible date:

· Hillbrook Drive and Cindy Lane

ADMIN 5 – RESOLUTION FOR ENDORSEMENT OF MEMORIAL STREET AND LENCLAIR STREET TO BE CONSIDERED FOR CUT-THROUGH MEASURES AS PART OF THE RESIDENTIAL TRAFFIC ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM (R-TAP) (LEE DISTRICT)

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· Adopted the Resolutions endorsing the following streets to be considered for cut-through measures as part of R-TAP:

· Memorial Street (between Richmond Highway and South Kings Highway)

· Lenclair Street (between Memorial Street and South Kings Highway)

· Directed staff to request the Virginia Department of Transportation to develop cut-through plans in conjunction with each community, as soon as possible.

ADMIN 6 – AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM PROJECTS

(A) Authorized the advertisement and posting of a notice of intent to conduct a public hearing to be held before the Board on September 26, 2005, at 4 p.m. to solicit comments and input on proposed Fiscal Year 2006 Transportation Enhancement Projects.

ADMIN 7 – AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE A PUBLIC HEARING ON SPOT BLIGHT ABATEMENT ORDINANCE FOR 4900 COLUMBIA ROAD (MASON DISTRICT)

(A) Authorized the advertisement of a public hearing to be held before the Board on September 12, 2005, at 4 p.m. to consider adoption of a Spot Blight Abatement Ordinance for 4900 Columbia Road, Tax Map Number 071-4((10))-0040-B.

ADMIN 8 – AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE A PUBLIC HEARING ON A PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE PUBLIC FACILITIES MANUAL REGARDING NATURAL DRAINAGE DIVIDES

(NOTE: Earlier in the meeting, the Board deferred consideration of this item. See page #9.)

(NOTE: Later in the meeting, action was taken on this item. See Clerk’s Summary Item CL#47.)

ADMIN 9 – AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE CREATION/ENLARGEMENT/DE-CREATION/RE-CREATION OF SMALL AND LOCAL SANITARY DISTRICTS FOR REFUSE/RECYCLING, AND/OR LEAF COLLECTION SERVICE (DRANESVILLE, MASON, AND PROVIDENCE DISTRICTS)

(A) Authorized the advertisement of a public hearing to be held before the Board on October 17, 2005, at 4:30 p.m. to consider the following changes to small and local sanitary districts for refuse/recycling and/or leaf collection service in accordance with the Board’s adopted criteria for the Creation/Enlargement/Withdrawal of Small or Local Sanitary Districts as follows:

Sanitary District	Action	Service	Recommendation
Small District 12 Within Dranesville District (Montour Drive)	Create 27 Units	Leaf	Approve
Small District 13 Within Dranesville District (Elnido Estates Area)	Create 58 Units	Refuse and Recycling	Approve
Small District 6 Within Small District (Lawton Street Area)	Enlarge 2 Unit	Refuse and Recycling	Approve
Local District 1A2 Within Small District 1 within Dranesville District (Treeline)	Enlarge 27 Units	Refuse and Recycling	Approve
Small District 4 within Dranesville District (Susquehannock Street Area)	Enlarge 27 Units	Refuse and Recycling	Approve

Sanitary District

Action

Service

Recommendation

Small District 12

Within Dranesville District

(Montour Drive)

Create

27 Units

Leaf

Approve

Small District 13

Within Dranesville District

(Elnido Estates Area)

Create

58 Units

Refuse and Recycling

Approve

Small District 6

Within Small District

(Lawton Street Area)

Enlarge

2 Unit

Refuse and

Recycling

Approve

Local District 1A2

Within Small District 1

within Dranesville District

(Treeline)

Enlarge

27 Units

Refuse and Recycling

Approve

Small District 4

within Dranesville District

(Susquehannock Street Area)

Enlarge

27 Units

Refuse and Recycling

Approve

ADMIN 10 – SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION RESOLUTION (SAR) AS 06025 FOR THE FAIRFAX COUNTY FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT (FCRD) TO ACCEPT A DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY URBAN AREAS SECURITY INITIATIVE GRANT PROGRAM SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD FROM THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA OFFICE OF DEPUTY MAYOR FOR PUBLIC SAFETY AND JUSTICE

(SAR) Approved SAR AS 06025 in the amount of $1,136,643 to purchase 250 radios for the establishment of a third radio cache. There is no local cash match or in-kind match required.

13. A-1 – PROPOSED FEDERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM – NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION, FISCAL YEARS 2006 - 2011 (1:01 p.m.)

Supervisor Gross moved that the Board concur in the recommendation of staff and endorse the preliminary comments previously submitted by the County Executive and contained in Attachment I of the Board Agenda Item as the official County comment to be forwarded to the National Capital Planning Commission. The letter provides County endorsement of proposed federal projects at Great Falls Park and Wolf Trap’s Filene Center, but states that the County cannot provide any specific endorsement for Fort Belvoir projects until full project information and details are received and additional roadway and transit commitments identified. The letter also provides County support of the Dulles Corridor Rapid Transit Project which is listed in the Federal Capital Improvements Program as a project recommended for future funding. Supervisor Hyland seconded the motion.

Supervisor Kauffman read an excerpt from a commentary by Colonel Lauritzen, the new Garrison Commander at Fort Belvoir, from the Belvoir Eagle concerning the issue of traffic congestion that will be faced upon the implementation of the Belvoir Base Realignment and Closure mission.

The question was called on the motion, and it carried by unanimous vote.

Supervisor Kauffman submitted an item for the record.

14. A-2 – AUTHORIZATION TO USE ROUTE 28 TAX DISTRICT FUNDING FOR DESIGN OF FOUR INTERCHANGES (1:03 p.m.)

On motion of Supervisor Frey, seconded by Supervisor Gross, and carried by unanimous vote, the Board concurred in the recommendation of staff and approved the request by the Route 28 Tax District Commission to use $1.5 million of the Route 28 Project Completion fund for ten percent design of the last four interchanges authorized under the Route 28 Highway Transportation Improvements District agreements.

15. A-3 – AUTHORIZATION TO PUBLISH DELINQUENT REAL ESTATE, PERSONAL PROPERTY, AND BUSINESS, PROFESSIONAL, AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSES DELINQUENCY LIST FOR TAX YEAR 2004 (FISCAL YEAR 2005) (1:04 p.m.)

Supervisor Kauffman moved that the Board concur in the recommendation of staff and authorize staff to publish lists of delinquent real estate, personal property, and business, professional and occupational license taxes and to continue to collect the delinquent taxes until the expiration of the applicable statute of limitations. Supervisor Bulova seconded the motion and it CARRIED by a recorded vote of nine, Chairman Connolly voting “NAY.”

16. A-4 – APPROVAL OF CONDITIONS NECESSARY FOR THE COUNTY TO APPLY FOR AND ACCEPT A JOB ACCESS/REVERSE COMMUTE GRANT FOR THE RICHMOND HIGHWAY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION INITIATIVE (LEE AND MOUNT VERNON DISTRICTS) (1:04 p.m.)

On motion of Supervisor Kauffman, seconded by Supervisor Hyland, and carried by unanimous vote, the Board concurred in the recommendation of staff and:

· Approved an amendment to the County’s agreement with the Economic Development Authority (EDA), specifically related to labor protection requirements associated with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grants also known as the 1990 Fairfax County/EDA, Park-and-Ride Lots Arrangements as contained in Attachment I of the Board Agenda Item for the projects to be funded by this grant; and ask the EDA to approve the amendment at its next meeting.

· Authorized the Department of Transportation to apply for and accept funding, if received, from the Job Access/Reverse Commute (JARC) grant for Richmond Highway Transit Improvements. The total funding of $3,170,146 consists of $1,585,073 in JARC funding and a required 50 percent Local Cash Match of $1,585,073. The local cash match requirement will be met using $500,000 in general obligation bonds approved by the voters for transportation purposes and $1,085,073 in funds available in the anticipated local cash match reserve in Fund 102, Federal/State Grant Fund.

· Agreed to FTA and Federal Highway Administration requirement regarding regional Intelligent Transportation System architecture integration.

· Authorized the County Executive to execute an agreement for the JARC funds.

· Authorized staff to take all necessary measures to ensure County compliance with the conditions of the JARC grant.

17. A-5 – AMENDED PARKING REDUCTION FOR TYSON’S CORNER CENTER (THE MALL) (PROVIDENCE DISTRICT) (1:05 p.m.)

Following a query from Supervisor Smyth, Richard Hayes, Engineer II, Code Analysis Division, Department of Public Works and Environmental Services, provided additional information concerning seating counts and the parking allocation.

Supervisor Smyth moved that the Board concur in the recommendation of staff and approve amending the July 21, 2003, approval by revising Condition 1, Condition 2, and additional proposed Conditions 12 and 13 pursuant to paragraph 4(B), Section 11-102 of the Code of the County of Fairfax, Chapter 112 (Zoning Ordinance), based on a determination that the proposed changes are consistent with the July 21, 2003, approval as outlined in the Board Agenda Item. Supervisor DuBois seconded the motion and it carried by unanimous vote.

18. I-1 – PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION ON PUBLIC FACILITIES APPLICATION 2232-P05-9, APC REALTY AND EQUIPMENT COMPANY, LLC/SPRINT PCS (PROVIDENCE DISTRICT) (1:10 p.m.)

The Board next considered an item contained in the Board Agenda dated September 12, 2005, announcing Planning Commission approval of Public Facilities Application 2232-P05-9.

19. I-2 – COUNTY HOLIDAY SCHEDULE – CALENDAR YEAR 2006 (1:11 p.m.)

The Board next considered an item contained in the Board Agenda dated September 12, 2005, requesting authorization to approve the holiday schedule for calendar year 2006.

The staff was directed administratively to proceed as proposed.

20. I-3 – RECOGNITION OF COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORTS (CAFR) AND ANNUAL BUDGET BY THE GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION (GFOA), PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT PROGRAM BY THE INTERNATIONAL CITY/COUNTY MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION, AND INVESTMENT POLICY BY THE ASSOCIATION OF PUBLIC TREASURERS (1:11 p.m.)

The Board next considered an item contained in the Board Agenda dated September 12, 2005, announcing that the County’s CAFR, the Countywide document, as well as the CAFR for the County’s Integrated Sewer System, and the Annual Budget have been recognized by GFOA for excellence in financial reporting and budgeting.

Chairman Connolly noted that, once again, the County was recognized as among the best in the country.

21. I-4 – CONTRACT AWARD – CONTRACT FOR ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES FOR POLICE STATION FEASIBILITY STUDIES (DRANESVILLE, HUNTER MILL, AND SULLY DISTRICTS) (1:11 p.m.)

The Board next considered an item contained in the Board Agenda dated September 12, 2005, requesting authorization for staff to award a contract to PSA-Dewberry in the amount of $217,540 for consultant services to provide architectural engineering conceptual design for Police Station Expansion and Renovation within Project 009484, Prioritized Feasibility Studies, in Fund 303, County Construction.

Supervisor Kauffman noted that there were significant challenges facing the officers at the Franconia Governmental Center and it was expected that there would be an increase in the number of officers operating out of that facility, further reducing the space available to them. Therefore, he asked unanimous consent that the Board direct staff to review potential contract issues for reviewing designs and modifications for the Franconia Governmental Center. Without objection, it was so ordered.

22. I-5 – CONTRACT AWARD - CONTRACT FOR ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE GREGORY DRIVE TREATMENT FACILITY PROJECT (LEE DISTRICT) (1:12 p.m.)

The Board next considered an item contained in the Board Agenda dated September 12, 2005, requesting authorization for staff to award a contract to Architecture, Incorporated in the amount of $459,182 for consultant services to provide architectural and engineering design services for Project 04A002, Gregory Drive Treatment Facility, in Fund 311, County Bond Construction.

The staff was directed administratively to proceed as proposed.

23. I-6 – AN ANALYSIS OF THE PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN THE CAREER AND VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENTS(VFD) (1:12 p.m.)

The Board next considered an item contained in the Board Agenda dated September 12, 2005, requesting authorization for the Fire and Rescue Department to continue to analyze the recommendations, evaluate feedback, develop a plan to implement those recommendations accepted by the Senior Steering Group, and keep the board advised on regular basis regarding the review of the role of, and the County’s relationship with, the VFD with the primary purpose of recognizing and reinforcing the VFD function and reporting recommendations to accomplish this objective.

Supervisor Kauffman asked unanimous consent that the Board direct staff to:

· Clarify the mechanisms in place for retiring volunteer fire department stations, as well as other mechanisms in place for reinvigorating these departments.

· Provide a bulleted recapturing of the 32 recommendations at the conclusion of the report.

Without objection, it was so ordered.

24. I-7 - CONTRACT AWARD – LAKE ACCOTINK DREDGING (BRADDOCK AND MASON DISTRICTS) (1:14 p.m.)

The Board next considered an item contained in the Memorandum to the Board dated September 12, 2005, requesting authorization for staff to award a contract to Mobile Dredging and Pumping Company (MDP) in the amount of $7,249,948.50, upon the acquisition of required access letters of permission, for the Lake Accotink Dredging Project to fund the associated contingency and administrative costs. The project consists of hydraulic dredging of 161,000 cubic yards of sediment from Lake Accotink, construction of a three-mile pipeline to carry the dredge material to another site for disposal, and other related items.

The staff was directed administratively to proceed as proposed.

25. ORDERS OF THE DAY (1:14 p.m.)

Chairman Connolly announced that the Board would forego all Board Matters until later in the day with the exception of a joint Board Matter by Supervisor Hudgins and Chairman Connolly relating to Hurricane Katrina.

ADDITIONAL BOARD MATTERS

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26. HURRICANE KATRINA: “FAIRFAX FAMILIES CARE” (1:15 p.m.)

Jointly with Supervisor Hudgins, Chairman Connolly presented a Board Matter regarding assistance for the victims of Hurricane Katrina and distributed copies. He noted that the County had already mobilized to send elements of its Urban Search and Rescue Team to the Gulf Coast, and that the County is affected as a community as evacuees have found their way here. He listed ways that County schools, universities, departments, faith organizations, and other non-profit organizations have been affected and are providing assistance. He noted that hundreds of County citizens have indicated a willingness to open their homes to receive families affected by the hurricane.

Chairman Connolly announced that a regional coalition of government, schools, PTAs, business, nonprofit and nongovernmental has come together to produce a plan to provide support to those who were evacuated from their homes due to Hurricane Katrina and have found their way to the County. The plan, “Fairfax Families Care,” was developed by more than four dozen representatives from public, private, and nonprofit organizations. Participants included members of Board of Supervisors and School Board, County and school staff, the Fairfax County Council of PTAs, the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce, the Cappies, the Fairfax-Falls Church Red Cross, Apartment and Office Building Association of Metropolitan Washington (AOBA), the Salvation Army, Volunteer Fairfax, the Council on Homelessness, the Economic Development Authority, the Northern Virginia Workforce Investment Board, the Northern Virginia Family Services, the Inova Health System, Herndon Dulles Chamber, and the Northern Virginia Community College, among many others. The group will work to leverage resources to provide long term assistance to those touched by the tragedy of Katrina.

Chairman Connolly said that “Fairfax Families Care” is working with community partners in the public and private sectors to identify additional opportunities to reach out to those in need. This second phase, the recovery phase, will match Katrina evacuees with jobs and housing and provide room in County Schools, an approach which will make the difference between survival and moving forward. Fairfax Families Care hopes to match people with 200 jobs and 100 long term housing situations and accommodate more than 400 children in the Fairfax School System.

Chairman Connolly announced that a website has been established to link both consumers and contributors to the resources available through “Fairfax Families Care.” The website is www.fxfc.org.