CLERK'S BOARD SUMMARY

 

REPORT OF ACTIONS OF THE

FAIRFAX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

MONDAY

October 17, 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, October 17, 2005, at 9:45 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 Linda Q. Smyth, Providence District

 

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, Administrative Assistant, Office of the County Executive; Angela Schauweker, Management Analyst, Office of 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  (9:49 a.m.)

 

                        Chairman Connolly asked everyone to keep in thoughts the family of William Hambley, a long-time member of the community, who recently died.

 

Supervisor Smyth asked everyone to keep in thoughts the family of Jonathan Berry, a young man who worked with the Stormwater Management Division, Department of Public Works and Environmental Services, and was a member of the County crew involved in the demonstration project at the Providence District office.  He tragically died after an accident.

 

Supervisor Hudgins asked everyone to keep in thoughts the family of Air Force Lieutenant Sarah Small, a 1998 graduate of Oakton High School and the daughter of William and Gloria Small of Herndon, who was killed in Egypt at the end of September.  In addition, Supervisor Hudgins noted that the community of Vienna lost a long-time resident in Ms. Margaret Russo, an internationally‑famous tennis player who became a citizen of the United States this past summer.  She also asked everyone to keep in thoughts the family of Ms. Taylor Behl of the McLean community who was tragically murdered.  Lastly, she stated that Mr. Mayo Stuntz, the County’s well-known historian, celebrated his 90^th birthday on Saturday and wished him a happy birthday.

 

Supervisor Hyland asked everyone to keep in thoughts a giant in the Mount Vernon community in the form of Colonel Joseph Adinaro, who labored for years reaching out to help those less fortunate.  Colonel Adinaro was one of the founders of Good Shepherd Housing, a former Redevelopment and Housing Authority representative, and will be remembered for showing others the difference one person could make.  Supervisor Hyland noted that services for Colonel Adinaro were today and he would be leaving to attend the funeral.

 

2.                     ORDERS OF THE DAY  (9:48 a.m.)

 

                        Chairman Connolly announced that appointments to Boards, Authorities, Commissions, and Advisory Groups would be deferred until after Supervisor Hyland returned from the funeral.

AGENDA ITEMS

 

3.                     PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING OCTOBER 17, 2005, AS “UNITED WAY DAY” IN FAIRFAX COUNTY  (9:49 a.m.)

 

                        Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to Vice-Chairman Bulova and moved approval of the Proclamation to designate October 17, 2005, as “United Way Day” in Fairfax County, and urged all residents and employees to support financially, through United Way, the many local community organizations that provide services for seniors, families, and youth in the County.  Supervisor Hudgins 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.

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4.                     CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION PRESENTED TO THE 13-YEAR-OLD McLEAN/GREAT FALLS BABE RUTH ALL-STARS (DRANESVILLE DISTRICT)  (9:56 a.m.)

 

Supervisor DuBois moved approval of the Certificate of Recognition presented to the 13-year-old McLean/Great Falls Babe Ruth All-Stars for winning the 2005 Virginia State Championship in Colonial Heights, Virginia.  Chairman Connolly seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of nine, Supervisor McConnell being absent.

 

5.                     CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION PRESENTED TO McLEAN HIGH SCHOOL (DRANESVILLE DISTRICT)  (10:03 a.m.)

 

Supervisor DuBois moved approval of the Certificate of Recognition to recognize McLean High School on its fiftieth anniversary serving the students of the McLean community by providing quality education with the support of an outstanding administration, staff, Parent Teacher Student Association, and community volunteers, and by making a difference in the McLean community through the sponsorship of events and civil projects.  Supervisor Smyth seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of eight, Supervisor Hyland being out of the room, Supervisor McConnell being absent.

 

6.                     CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION TO RECOGNIZE CHEF CHRISTINE GLONINGER AND APPROPRIATE REPRESENTATIVES (BRADDOCK DISTRICT)  (10:07 a.m.)

 

Supervisor Bulova moved approval of the Certificate of Recognition to recognize Chef Christine Gloninger, Family and Consumer Science Program Chair, Annandale High School, for being named the Fairfax County Family and Consumer Sciences Education Association Teacher of the Year for 2004-2005. Supervisor Gross seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of eight, Supervisor Hyland being out of the room, Supervisor McConnell being absent.

 

Supervisor Bulova moved approval of Certificates of Recognition to recognize appropriate representatives of the restaurant and hospitality industry, the school system, the community, and the County, for their efforts in regard to the construction of The Bistro, Annandale High School’s state-of-the-art kitchen and restaurant.  Chairman Connolly seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of eight, Supervisor Hyland being out of the room, Supervisor McConnell being absent.

 

7.                     PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING OCTOBER 2005 AS “DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT AWARENESS MONTH” IN FAIRFAX COUNTY  (10:18 a.m.)

 

                        Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to Vice-Chairman Bulova and moved approval of the Proclamation to designate October 2005 as “Disability Employment Awareness Month” in Fairfax County to provide an opportunity for residents to recognize the history, concerns, contributions, and achievements of individuals with disabilities and to create a favorable climate for a harmonious and fully integrated community in the County.  Supervisor Gross seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of seven, Supervisor Hudgins and Supervisor Hyland being out of the room, Supervisor McConnell being absent.

 

Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman Connolly.

 

8.                     PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING NOVEMBER 14-18, 2005, AS “SUBSTANCE ABUSE  AWARENESS WEEK” IN FAIRFAX COUNTY  (10:24 a.m.)

 

                        Supervisor Bulova moved approval of the Proclamation to designate November 14-18, 2005, as “Substance Abuse Awareness Week” in Fairfax County and urged all residents to take advantage of the opportunity to gain awareness of and knowledge about substance abuse and join in the common effort to create a healthy, happy, and hope-filled community.  Supervisor Hudgins seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of seven, Supervisor DuBois and Supervisor Hyland being out of the room,  Supervisor McConnell being absent.

 

9.                     PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING OCTOBER 22, 2005, AS “VOLUNTEERFEST DAY 2005” IN FAIRFAX COUNTY  (10:33 a.m.)

 

                        Supervisor Frey moved approval of the Proclamation to designate October 22, 2005, as “VolunteerFest Day 2005” in Fairfax County and urged all residents to observe this day by connecting with neighbors, friends, co-workers, family, and faith-based school and civic groups to engage in projects benefiting the community.  Supervisor Bulova seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of seven, Supervisor Hudgins and Supervisor Hyland being out of the room, Supervisor McConnell being absent.

 

10.                   PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING OCTOBER 2005 AS “DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH” IN FAIRFAX COUNTY  (10:42 a.m.)

 

                        Supervisor Kauffman moved approval of the Proclamation to designate October 2005 as “Domestic Violence Awareness Month” in Fairfax County and urged all residents to become actively involved in supporting intervention, prevention, and education efforts aimed at creating a coordinated communitywide response that promotes safety, security, and justice for domestic violence survivors and ensures accountability for perpetrators.  Supervisor Bulova seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of eight, Supervisor Hyland being out of the room, Supervisor Hudgins being absent.

 

11.                   PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING NOVEMBER 5, 2005, AS “AMERICA RECYCLES DAY” IN FAIRFAX COUNTY  (10:53 a.m.)

 

                        Chairman Connolly relinquished the Chair to Vice-Chairman Bulova and moved approval of the Proclamation to designate November 5, 2005, as “America Recycles Day” in Fairfax County and urged all residents to practice environmental stewardship by recycling and purchasing products with recycled content.  Supervisor Gross seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of eight, Supervisor Hyland being out of the room, Supervisor McConnell being absent.

 

Vice-Chairman Bulova returned the gavel to Chairman Connolly.

 

12.                   PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING SEPTEMBER 18, 2005, AS “RESPONSIBLE DOG OWNERSHIP DAY” IN FAIRFAX COUNTY  (10:57 a.m.)

 

                        Supervisor Bulova moved approval of the Proclamation to designate November 5, 2005, as “As Responsible Dog Ownership Day” in Fairfax County and urged all residents to practice conscientious care and safety for their dogs.  Supervisor Frey seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of eight, Supervisor Hyland being out of the room, Supervisor McConnell being absent.

 

                        Supervisor Frey noted that County animal control and animal shelter personnel were part of the some of the teams that went to New Orleans and he asked unanimous consent that the Board direct staff to take animal evacuation into account in the County’s disaster planning.  Without objection, it was so ordered.

 

                        (NOTE:  Later in the meeting, the County Executive presented a report on the State of Emergency Planning and Preparedness in the County.  See Clerk’s Summary Item #16.)

13.                   CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION PRESENTED TO MS. LINDA LAMMERSEN  (11:07 a.m.)

 

                        Supervisor DuBois moved approval of a Certificate of Recognition to recognize Ms. Linda Lammersen for her years of outstanding service, dedication, and leadership to the residents of the Dranesville and Hunter Mill Districts and for enhancing the quality of life in the community through her work in parks and recreation, public affairs, human services, and countless volunteer activities on behalf of youth in the County. Supervisor Hudgins seconded the motion and it carried by a vote of eight, Supervisor Hyland being out of the room, Supervisor McConnell being absent.

 

14.                   10 A.M. – 2005 EXCEPTIONAL DESIGN AWARDS CEREMONY  (11:13 a.m.)

 

This is the twentieth-first year of the Exceptional Design Awards Program.  One hundred and fifteen projects have been recognized for their design excellence over that time.  Mark Searle, Chairman of the Design Jury, presented the 2005 Exceptional Design Awards to the following:

 

·        Honor Award:  Charlie Chiang’s Restaurant (Commercial, Retail)

Architect:  Division One Architects, Silver Spring, Maryland

Owner/Developer:  CTC, Incorporated

Year Built:  2004

 

·        Merit Award:  Robin Residence (Residential, Single Family Detached)

Architect:  Amestudio, Alexandria, VA

Owner/Developer:  Mark Robin

Year Built:  2004

 

·        Merit Award:  The Madeira School – Student Center (Institutional)

Architect:  cox graae + spark architects, Washington, DC

Owner/Developer:  The Madeira School

Year Built:  2004

 

·        Merit Award:  Cub Run RECenter (Recreational)

Architect:  Grimm + Parker Architects, McLean, VA

Owner/Developer:  Fairfax County Park Authority

Year Built:  2005

 

·        Honorable Mention Award:  Private Residence (Residential, Single Family Detached)

Architect:  Envision Design, PLLC, Washington, DC

Owner/Developer:  Sally Wilson

Year Built:  2003

 

·        Honorable Mention Award:  Beverly Pediatric Dentistry (Commercial, Retail)

Architect:  FORMA Design, Washington, DC

Owner/Developer:  Marayam Mohammadi

Year Built:  2003

 

·        Honorable Mention Award:  Burke Volunteer Fire Station #14 and Community Hall (Institutional)

Architect:  LeMay Erickson Architects, Reston, VA

Owner/Developer:  Fairfax County

Year Built:  2002

 

                        Chairman Connolly noted that the architectural design awards were very important in ensuring that the County was encouraging people to improve the aesthetic look of the community.

 

15.                   10:10 A.M. – PRESENTATION OF THE BARBARA VARON AWARD  (11:25 a.m.)