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04-21-2007 Town MeetingMEETING OF THE ISLE OF WIGHT COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS HELD THE TWENTY-FIRST DAY OP APRIL IN THE YEAR TWO THOUSAND AND SEVEN PRESENT: Thomas R. Ivy, Chairman Stan D. Clark, Vice-Chairman Thomas J. Wright, III ABSENT: James B. Brown, Jr. (Arrived at 10:40 a.m.) Phillip A. Bradshaw Also Attending: A. Paul Burton, InYerim County Attorney W. Douglas Caskey, County Administrator E. Wayne Rountree, P.E., Assistant County Administrator Patrick J. Small, Assistant County Administrator Donald T. Robertson, Director of Information Resources and Legislative Affairs Liesl R. DeVary, Director of Budget and Finance Beverly H. Walkup, Director of Planning and Zoning Judy H. Winslow, Director of Tourism Chairman ivy called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m. for the purpose of conducting a"Town Meeting" at the Carrollton Elementary School. // Supervisor Clark offered remarks on various County budgetary issues and programs offered by the County. // Chairman ivy invited citizens to make comments on issues/matters of interest. Pat Clark noted a discrepancy between the Comprehensive Plan and the 'Loning Ordinance. He requested that the word "intended" be changed to "shall" under Subdivision Estates (i.e., Development Service Districts). He distributed related information to the Board members (copy attached). Michael Huffman addressed the Board on the issue of noise control. He advised the Board that helicopters being flown in the northern part of the County, as part of an aircraft training exercise, are flying below the FAA's required height limit of 500' far aircraft. He suggested that the height limit be inereased to 2500' and that there be no night training. With respect to vehicles, he suggested that any modified vehicle be required to pay a modification fee on an annual basis and that an increased fee be charged for auto inspections of any such alterations. It was suggested that the County Attorney and County Administrator Caskey formulate an appropriate letter addressed to the Federal Government. Supervisor Clark moved that the Board direct the County Attorney to correspond by letter to Congressman Forbes about the training exercises, but not with the intent to affect military training operations. The motion was adopted by a vote of (2-1) with Supervisors Clark and Wright voting in favor of the motion; Supervisor Ivy voting in opposition to the motion; and Supervisors Brown and Bradshaw. Chairman ivy moved that the Board direct the County Attorney to also look into the possibiliry of a noise modificafion fee. The motion was adopted by a vote of (3-0) with Supervisors Clark, Ivy and Wright voting in favor of the motion; no Supervisors voting against the motion and Supervisors Brown and Bradshaw absent. Rick Bodson, 115 Commodore Lane, invited the Board to attend a "Relay for Life" event on June 1-2, 2007 at the Windsor High School. Warren White voiced his opposition to the proposed Regional Transportation Authority. He inquired how the Board members would be voting on the issue. Supervisor Clark commented that because the General Assembly had not done its job, the region may find itself in a situation that it will be forced to vote yes in order to address transportation concerns. Supervisor Brown arrived at 10:40 a.m. Chairman Ivy stated economic growth is needed to offset increasing expenses and improved transportation infrastructure is needed in order to remain competitive. He stated an efficient transportation network is a necessity. Supervisor Wright agreed with Mr. White. He stated that he did not like the transportation legislation either. Supervisor Brown stated that he does not believe that a Regional Transportation Authority is an equitable approach; however, there may be no other ehoice as new highways are needed. Herb DeGroft, 15411 Mill Swamp Road, thanked the Board for its support of the work being accomplished at Fort Huger. He spoke in support of a Boys and Girls Club, noting it would be a great benefit to the County. He stated VACo should take the lead in taking the message to the General Assembly regarding transportation. He encouraged the Board to adopt the School budget as a"by-line" account of school expenditures and require that 2 the school administration commit to shared services between the County and the Schools. Supervisor Clark noted that the Board may need to look at budgeting by category of the school budget. Chairman ivy noted that staff has investigated and determined that shared services between the Schools and the County will not result in significant savings. ~Ie noted that the two (2) bodies will continue to work together. Supervisor Wright agreed that he believed that the School Budget should be approved categorically. Chairman ivy moved that the Board direct staff to prepare a report on the feasibility of combining the two (2) financial staffs into one (1) functional unit. The motion was adopted by a vote of (4-0) with Supervisors Brown, Clark, lvy and Wright voting in favor of the motion; no Supervisors voting against the motion; and Supervisor Bradshaw absent. Sandy Schlaudecker inquired if staff has reviewed sales versus reassessments. She also noted the need for the establishment of a curbside recycling program. She inquired as to what is going to happen with water rates/fees. She suggested that the County's quarterly Newsletter include the names of t11e Board of Supervisors' members, as well as an organizational chart and that the Board of Supervisors' meeting dates for the year be incorporated into a calendar. She asked what the Board intends to do in response to ant~exation. Thomas Finderson presented to the Board copies of the Historic Isle of Wight County publication authored by Helen Haverty King. With respect to the proposed Transportation Authority, he asked that the Board keep in mind de~nographic changes and that Western Tidewater should have to participate in the funding of regional transportation. He advised that the speed limit around the Carrollton Elementary School zone is twice what it should be. Supervisor Clark advised that staff would be revisiting the school speed zone at the Carrollton Elementary School. Teresa Johnson thanked the Board for its openness in government. She noted that there is a problem with public speaking before the School Board. David Conlon of 24146 Creekview Lane advised that the property adjacent to him is violafing the Chesapeake Bay rules and regulations and should be investigated by staf£ Violations include construction, bulkhead, conversion of illegal apartment and debris. 3 Grace Keen relayed her appreciation to staff and the Beautification Committee for the good work done by them at the Stave Mill Road Convenience Center site. She also noted a need for a recreational building at Nike Park. She addressed the "Pride in America" program with the Board. Patrick J. Small, Assistant County Administrator, commented on capital projects to be constructed at recreational facilities. At 12:05 p.m., Supervisor Clark moved that the Board adjourn its meeting. The motion was adopted by a vote of (4-0) with Supervisors Brown, Clark, Ivy and Wright voting in favor of the motion; no Supervisors voting against the motion; and Supervisor Bradshaw absent. .~, ~ ., i ~ Carey Mi ls Storn1, Clerk J~~ ,l . ,~.^`~' , j~ TTiomas R. Iv~`,,~'hairman 4