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REGULAR MEETING OF THE ISLE OF WIGHT COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
HELD THE FIRST DAY OF SEPTEMBER IN THE YEAR NINETEEN HUNDRED
EIGHTY EIGHT
PRESENT: Henry H. Bradby, Chairman
Joel C. Bradshaw, Jr., Vice Chairman
Steve W. Edwards
Thomas L. Ross
Richard L. Turner
Also attending: H. Woodrow Crook, Jr., County Attorney
Myles E. Standish, County Administrator
W. Douglas Caskey, Assistant County
Administrator/Community Development Director
Kenneth L. Chandler, Assistant to the County
Administrator
Charles W. Phelps, Sheriff
Hilda W. Harmon, Budget and Finance Director
Judy Begland, Economic Development Coordinator
Betty Scott, Assistant Clerk
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 2:02 P.M. The
invocation was delivered by Supervisor Bradshaw.
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R. W. Coates, Resident Engineer, Virginia Department of
Transportation, informed the Board members that, weather
permitting, the bridge on Route 17/Isle of Wight County line
(Crittenden) will be opened to traffic in October.
Chairman Bradby asked Mr. Coates to review the traffic
situation at the intersection of Routes 258 and 620 to determine
if reduced speed limit signs can be erected. Mr. Coates informed
Chairman Bradby that the Department had already made the survey
and he had so advised.
Andy Sustaire, County resident on Route 646, expressed
concern regarding hard surfacing Route 646, and stated the
property owners were willing to donate land for a right-of-way 40
feet wide to widen the road and asked the Board's assistance in
getting the Department of Transportation to hard surface the
road.
Mr. Coates advised the project was not in the Six Years
Plana Mr. Coates continued stating that the right-of-way 40 foot
wide was only through the cemetary area and a right-of-way 50
foot wide was needed elsewhere. If the Board wants to use
revenue money it can be done at a little at the time or at a cost
of $100,000, said Mr. Coates. Mr. Coates continued stating he
does not feel the Department of Transportation can come up with
that much money and suggested the Board consider using revenue
money and hard surface a little area at the time, beginning at
either end and completing as funds were available.
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The Chairman called for a public hearing on the following
rezoning applications:
1. The application of Laverne Lee Ruffin for a change
in zoning classification from A-1, Agricultural
Limited, to R-MH-A, Rural Mobile Home District, 1.5
acres of land located on the south side of Route
638, between Routes 657 and 641, in Windsor
Magisterial District. The purpose of the
application is for the permanent location of one
mobile home.
Laverne Lee Ruffin appeared. No one appeared in opposition.
The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval,
stated Mr. Caskey.
Supervisor Edwards moved the Board approve the application
of Laverne Lee Ruffin for a change in zoning classification from
A-l, Agricultural Limited, to R-MH-A, Rural Mobile Home District,
1.5 acres of land located on the south side of Route 638, between
Routes 657 and 641, in Windsor Magisterial District. The vote in
favor was unanimous (5-0).
2. The application of Rae G. Scott, owner, and James E.
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Scott, prospective owner, for a change in zoning
classification from A-l, Agricultural Limited, to
R-MH-A, Rural Mobile Home District, one acre of land
located on the south side of Route 654, between
Routes 692 and 644, in Newport Magisterial District.
The purpose of the application is for the permanent
location of one mobile home.
Rae G. Scott appeared. No one appeared in opposition. The
Planning Commission votea unanimously to recommend approval,
stated Mr. Caskey.
On motion of Supervisor Turner, the Board voted unanimously
(5-0) to approve the application of Rae G. Scott, owner, and
James E. Scott, prospective owner, for a change in zoning
classification from A-1, Agricultural Limited, to R-MH-A, Rural
Mobile Home District, one acre of land located on the south side
of Route 654, between Routes 692 and 644, in Newport Magisterial
District.
3. The application of Maxie Hardy Estate for a change
in zoning classification from A-1, Agricultural
Limited, to R-MH-A, Rural Mobile Home District,
one acre of land located on the south side of
Route 621, between Routes 10 and 673, in Hardy
Magisterial District. The purpose of the
application is for the permanent location of one
mobile home.
No one appeared in favor or in opposition. The Planning
Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval, stated Mr.
Caskey.
Chairman Bradby moved the Board approve the application of
the N.axie Hardy Estate for a change in zoning classification from
A-1, Agricultural Limited, to R-MH-A, Rural Mobile Home District,
one acre of land located on the south side of Route 621, between
Routes 10 and 673 in Hardy Magisterial District. The motion
carried unanimously (5-0).
4. The application of the Jesse N. Wells Estate, owner,
and Pinkie W. Davis, prospective owner, for a change
in zoning classification from A-1, Agricultural
Limited, to R-MH-A, Rural Mobile Home District, 1.5
acres of land located on the south side of Route
624, between Route 10 and the Surry County line, in
Hardy Magisterial District. The purpose of the
application is for the permanent location of a
mobile home.
No otie appeared in favor or in opposition. The Planning
Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval stated Mr.
Caskey.
On motion of Supervisor Edwards, the Board voted unanimously
(5-0) to approve the application of Jesse N. Wells, Estate,
owner, and Pinkie W. Davis, prospective owner,. for a change in
zoning classification from A-1, Agricultural Limited, to R-MH-A,
Rural Mobile Home District, 1.5 acres of land located on the
south side of Route 624, between Route 10 and the Surry County
line, in Hardy Magisterial District.
5. The application of Maude L. Jordan, owner, and
Charlie C. Gregory, prospective owner, for a change
in zoning classification from A-1, Agricultural
Limited, to R-1, Residential Limited, approximately
10 acres of land located on the south side of Route
644, between Routes 620, 258 and 10, in Newport
Magisterial District. The purpose of the
application is for a residential subdivision.
Charlie Gregory appeared and stated he would like to
construct a subdivision on the 10 acres parcel of land located
one mile from the Smithfield High School on Route 644, and same
would be compatible and larger than those in the area with the
cost of residences ranging from $100,000 to $150,000. Mr.
Gregory asked the Board to approve the application.
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Supervisor Ross asked if the application should be returned
to the Planning Commission for consideration since there had been
a considerable change in the application, to which County
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Attorney Crook replied, "There is a substantial difference and
you may very well want to send it back to the Planning
Commission".
No one appeared in opposition. The Planning Commission
voted unanimously to recommend denial due to the overload of
traffic on Route 644 and the density of the proposal not being
compatible with the community, stated Mr. Caskey.
Supervisor Ross moved the Board return the application of
Maude L. Jordan, owner, and Charlie L. Gregory, prospective
owner, for a change in zoning classification from A-l,
Agricultural Limited, to R-1, Residential Limited, approximately
10 acres of land located on the south side of Route 644, between
Routes 620, 258 and 10, in Newport Magisterial District, to the
Planning Commission for further study and recommendation. The
motion passed by unanimous (5-0) vote of the Board.
6. The application of Colonial Trading Center, Inc.,
owner, and Keen's Automotive Machine Shop, Inc.,
lessee, for a change in zoning classification
from B-1, Business General, to Conditional M-2,
Conditional Industrial General, .06 acre of land
located on the west side of Route 17, between
Routes 659 and 669, in Newport Magisterial
District. The purpose of the application is for
the location of a general advertising sign
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Carroll E. Keen, Jr. appeared and stated he would like for
the Board to approve the placement of the sign.
The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend
approval, stated Mr. Caskey.
Linda McGuire, County resident, asked the Board if there
were any guidelines and asked what the sign would look like.
Supervisor Turner replied stating the sign is already located on
Route 17. Mr. Keen also replied stating half of the sign would
be his and the other half would be the landowner's. Mr. Reen
continued stating he would use his portion to promote his
business in Smithfield.
W. Douglas Caskey, Assistant County Administrator/Community
Development Director, informed Mrs. McGuire that there are no
guidelines or limitations for billboard signs; however, there are
guidelines and limitations. for business signs.
Mr. Keen stated that he plans to have a consultant firm
design the sign to get the best advertisement possible for his
business.
Supervisor Turner stated we need to address this situation
and pass an ordinance if need be. Supervisor Turner also
suggested tabling action on the application until such time as an
ordinance could be considered.
Herbert C. Wornom, III, attorney representing the applicant,
asked, "Do you want to table action until you change the
ordinance to put conditions on the billboard sign?". Mr. Wornom
continued stating the size of the billboard will be 12' x 36'
panels, one on each side.
Following further discussion, Supervisor Ross moved the
Board approve the application of Colonial Trading Center, Inc.,
owner, and Keen's Automotive Machine Shop, Inc., lessee, for a
chance in zoning classification from B-1, Business General, to
Conditional M-2, Conditional Industrial General, .06 acre of land
located on the west side of Route 17, between Routes 659 and 669,
in Newport Magisterial District. The motion carried (4-1) with
Supervisors Bradby, Turner, Bradshaw and Ross voting aye and
Supervisor Edwards nay.
7. The application of Crown Creek Land Trust for a
change in zoning classification from A-l,
Agricultural Limited, to R-3, Townhouse Residence
District, approximately 90 acres of land located on
the east side of Route 665, between Route 712 and
Johnson Lane, in Newport Magisterial District. The
purpose of the application is for residential
development.
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A. L. Jones, II, attorney representing the applicant, asked
the Board to consider rezoning applications #7 and #8 at the same
time and Chairman Bradby read rezoning application #8.
8. The application of Rae Parker, Jr., owner, and
Daniel M. Keusal, prospective owner, for a change in
zoning classification from A-1, Agricultural Limited,
to A-2, Agricultural General, approximately 180
acres, and to R-1, Residential Limited,
approximately 120 acres,' and to R-2, Residential
General, approximately 140 acres, and to R-3,
Townhouse Residence District, approximately 150
acres, a total of approximately 590 acres of land,
located on the east side of Route 665, between Route
712 and Johnson Lane, in Newport Magisterial
District. The purpose of the application is for a
residential development.
The Planning Commission voted to deny the applications of
Crown Creek Land Trust and Rae G. Parker, Jr./Daniel M. Keusal
because of lack of adequate garbage and trash collection and
disposal; understaffed public service agencies, such as, rescue
squad and fire departments; inability of Route 665 to safely and
efficiently handle additional traffic; adverse effect on
wetlands; population/density build-up as being too rapid for
County to absorb and properly evaluate and lack of public water,
and sewer, stated Mr. Caskey.
Mr. Jones stated Mr. Anderson, Crown Creek subdivision
principal, and Daniel M. Keusal a Maryland developer and Norman
Mason, engineer with Langley and McDonald Engineering firm in
Williamsburg, were present to answer any questions the Board may.
have.
Mr. Jones stated his clients feel the proposed rezoning
affords Isle of Wight County a real benefit and the} are asking
for three types of zoning for a total housing unit of 1,365
residences, which will be one planned unit community development
with two golf courses (9 and 18 holes) and club house. The
courses will be maintained by PGA rules and regulations and will
have water run-off to provide for golf course lakes and storm
drainage. The wetlands area will not be disturbed, trash will be
disposed of by door to door collection; the developers will
donate 15 acres of land to the County for schools, there will be
an anticipated .7 of a child per home to attend school, and the
developers will contribute $1,124,000 for their share of bringing
sewer down Route 665, said Mr. Jones. Mr. Jones continued
stating the developers' plan to use the County water system if it
is available; however, if not service is available the developers
will construct a water system and convey it to the County at no
cost to the County. The developers will also provide adequate
fire protection, said Mr. Jones.
Supervisor Edwards questioned how the proposed Homeowners
Association which will be offered the residents of the proposed
development would function. Daniel M. Keusal explained the
operation of the system.
County Attorney Crook asked Mr. Jones if the Board was
considering applications #7 and #8 together and questioned
whether the applicants were seeking conditional zoning. The
statutes and ordinance only provide for proffering conditions in
conditional zoning requests. stated Mr. Crook. Mr. Jones stated
this is not conditional zoning, but his clients are offering
proffered conditions.
Following discussion, Supervisor Bradshaw suggested tabling
the applications for further study. County Attorney Crook stated
that if they are going to proffer conditions, they should be
seeking conditional zoning. Mr. Crook stated the applicants may
need to revise their application to conditional zoning. Mr.
Jones stated he needed to talk with Mr. Crook relative to the
proffered conditions.
Bob Kenerley, Riverpoint Farms, resident, appeared and
presented a petition from the Riverpoint Farms residents, in
opposition to the application. Mr. Kenerley stated they were
opposed to the rezoning because of density, environmental
problems, the County cannot support a project of this magnitude,
lack of proper road systems, additional traffic on Route 665, the
proposed rezonings will create a tax burden for taxpayers,
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additional school children, fire protection, and garbage
collection situation. Mr. Kenerley asked the Board to deny the
applications.
David Hardy, County resident, stated he was not for or
against the application. Mr. Hardy expressed concern regarding
additional traffic on Route 665 and feels it will upset the
residents when widening of the road begins because it will
necessitate taking additional property which will cause a number
of the residents to be very near the road. Mr. Hardy also
expressed concern regarding sewer for the project.
Brenda Lee, Carrollton resident, read a letter and presented
a petition from the Willing Workers Club, requesting denial of
the applications until water and sewer can be offered for the
project and the entire community.
Nancy Kissinger, Johnson Lane resident, appeared in
opposition and presented a petition from homeowners on Johnson
Lane. Ms. Kissinger stated there were a number of residents who
wanted to appear in opposition, but could not because of work.
Ms. Kissinger continued stating the residents feel they are
missing the opportunity to attend the Board meeting since it is
held in the afternoon. She expressed concern regarding traffic.
Linda Augusta King McGuire, County resident, appeared and
read a letter of objection. Mrs. McGuire asked the Board to deny
the applications.
David Pierce, Carrollton resident and a former employee with
the Federal Government and the State Water Control Board,
appeared in opposition. Mr. Pierce stated he feels the services
will be an immediate burden and growth in the County has to be
stable and controlled by the County.
Norman Mason, engineer with Langley and McDonald Engineering
of Williamsburg, stated there will be approximately 423 acres of
property for residential structures, 710 acres of good land and
287 acres for open golf courses. There is a 2.4 net density per
residence, said Mr. Mason.
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At 3:50 P.M. Supervisor Bradshaw moved to have a ten minutes
recess before making a decision, which passed unanimously- (5-0).
The Board reconvened at 4:10 P.M.
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Supervisor Ross stated he wanted to reiterate comments made
earlier, namely: density, more than 25$ increase in school
population, excess of 20~ increase in County population which is
almost the size of the Town of Smithfield.
Supervisor Bradshaw moved the Board table action, for
further study until the Board's October 6, 1988 meeting, on the
applications of Crown Creek Land Trust fora change in zoning
classification from A-1, Agricultural Limited, to R-3, Townhouse
Residence District, approximately 90 acres of land located on the
east side of Route 665, between Route 712 and Johnson Lane, in
Newport Magisterial District and the application of Rae Parker,
Jr., owner, and Daniel M. Keusal, prospective owner, for a change
in zoning classification from A-1, Agricultural Limited, to A-2,
Agricultural General, approximately 180 acres, and to R-1,
Residential Limited, approximately 120 acres, and to R-2,
Residential General, approximately 140 acres, and to R-3,
Townhouse Residence District, approximately 150 acres, a total of
approximately 590 acres of land, located on the east side of
Route 665, between Route 712 and Johnson Lane, in Newport
Magisterial District.
County Attorney Crook stated the Board needed to study all
proffered conditions and suggested changes to meet the impact on
the County®
The motion carried (3-2) with Supervisors Bradby, Bradshaw,
and Turner voting aye and Supervisors Ross and Edwards voting
nay.
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R. L. Walker, Central Hill resident, expressed concern
regarding control of County automobiles. He questioned whether
the County should furnish cars for County personnel to drive back
and forth from home. He stated he does not feel it is fair
because it is taking taxpayers' money. Mr. Walker stated he
thought the County should employ County residents, rather than
outsiders, for jobs which are available in the County.
Count Administrator Standish replied stating that only one
County vehicle was used by a County employee for travel back and
forth home, same being the Emergency Services Coordinator.
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Assistant County Administrator/Communit}~ Development
Director, W. Douglas Caskey, presented the following conditional
use permit applications for the Board's consideration:
1. The application of Floyd B. Smith Contracting, Inc.
for a conditional use permit to locate a travel
trailer and camp park, on approximately seventy
(70) acres of land located west of Route 10,
between Routes 600 and Route 620, in Newport
Magisterial District.
Mr. Caskey stated the applicant is seeking a conditional use
permit that would allow him to operate a travel trailer camp park
on approximately seventy acres of land located off the west side
of Route 10 at the Floyd Smith borrow pit site. Mr. Caskey
continued stating the site plan submitted to the Commission
designates 140 permanent camp sites, which include electrical,
water and sewer hookups, 43 overnight camp sites and 50 tent camp
sites only.
No one appeared in opposition. The Planning Commission
voted to recommend approval of the application with the following
conditions: (1) the travel trailer and camp park be the
reclamation plan for the borrow pit, (2 ), the .borrow pit shall
operate for not longer than two years after approval of the
conditional use permit, at which time reclamation as a travel
trailer and camp park shall begin, (3) Phase I of the travel
trailer and camp park shall be completed and operational within
six months after the borrow pit ceases operation or the
conditional use permit will become invalid, (4) Phase I shall
include the septic tanks, septic pump station, subsurface the
field, adjoining forced main piping, drinking water wells and
storage tank, at lest twenty five percent of travel trailer and
camp sites, and major facilities to support these sites, (5) the
entire travel trailer and camp park shall be completed three
years after Phase I is completed (5 1/2 years after the
conditional use permit is approved), (6) the borrow pit sides
shall be sloped 3:1 to the bottom, (7) fifty feet setback shall
be required between the property line and the travel trailer and
camp site, (8) a seven feet fence shall be required along the
adjoining Taylor property line with hedging being permissible
only as agrees by Mr. Taylor, (9) the ingress/egress road shall
be a paved, hard-surfaced road built to State standards and (10)
a bond to cover development of the park to be determined by the
Zoning Administrator.
On motion of Supervisor Edwards, the Board voted unanimously
(5-O) to approve the application of Floyd B. Smith Contracting,
Inc. for a conditional use permit to locate a travel trailer and
camp park, on approximately seventy (70) acres of land located
west of Route 10, between Routes 600 and 620, in Newport
Magisterial District with the above stated conditions.
2. The application of Riddick-Hearn Properties for a
conditional use permit to locate a detached sign
for "Hearn Furniture", twenty (20) feet from the
right-of-way of Route 10, on 2.498 acres of land
in Newport Magisterial District.
Mr. Caskey stated the applicant had submitted a letter
requesting that the application be withdrawn.
Supervisor Bradshaw moved the Board grant the applicant's
request to withdraw his application for a conditional use permit
to locate a detached sign for "Hearn Furniture", twenty feet from
the right-of-way of Route 10, on 2.498 acres of land in Newport
Magisterial District. The vote in favor was unanimous (5-0).
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On motion of Supervisor Ross, the Board voted unanimously
(5-0) to approve the request submitted by St. Luke's Church to
construct an addition to the existing gift shop to provide
restroom facilities for the visitors reception building located
within the designated St. Luke's Historical Zone
Supervisor Turner moved the Board adopt the resolution to
vacate a plat of Virginia Timber Company, Incorporated, Six Ponds
Farm, consisting of seven (7) parcels, no less than twenty (20)
acres. in size, located in Hardy Magisterial District. The motion
carried unanimously (5-0).
RESOLUTION TO VACATE SUBDIVISION PLAT
WHEREAS, a plat of subdivision of property of VIRGINIA
TIMBER COMPANY, INC. by Stephen I. Boone & Associates, P. C.
dated May 13, 1988, was recorded in the Clerk's Office of
the Circuit Court of Isle of Wi~lht County on June 16, 1988,
in Plat Book 14, pages 21-23; and
WHEREAS, all of the land encompassed in said
subdivision plat was conveyed by deed from JOE C. WARREN and
ROSE B. WARREN to VIRGINIA TIMBER COMPANY, INC. dated
January 4, 1988, and recorded in the Clerk's Office
aforesaid in Deed Book 337, at page 59; and
WHEREAS, no lots in said subdivision have been sold and
the owners desire to vacate the subdivision plat pursuant to
Section 15.1-481 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Board of
Supervisors of Isle of Wight .County that said Board of
Supervisors, as the governing body of Isle of Wight County,
consents to the vacation of the plat entitled "Plat Showing
Property of VIRGINIA TIMBER COMPANY, INC., SIX PONDS FARM,
Hardy Magisterial District Isle of Wight County, Virginia
Scale 1"=200' Date: May 13, 1988, Stephen I. Boone &
Associates, P. C. Land Surveyors Portsmouth, Virginia"
recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Isle
of Wight County, Virginia on June 16, 1988 in Plat Book 14,
pages 21-23, said vacation and consent thereto being
pursuant to Section 15.1-481 of the Code of Virginia, 1950,
as amended.
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County Attorney Crook stated he had prepared an ordinance
for the Board's consideration to increase the fees for motor
vehicles. Mr. Crook stated the present fee is $15.00, and the
County administration is asking. that the Board increase the fee
to $20.00 per vehicle. Mr. Crook stated, "The County can
increase to an amount equal to the State, and the State fee is
$23.00". He asked if the Board wanted to authorize him to
publish the proposed ordinance for a public hearing.
Supervisor Bradshaw moved to deny the request to publish the
proposed ordinance for a public hearing. The motion carried with
Supervisors Bradby, Bradshaw, Edwards and Ross voting aye and
Supervisor Turner voting nay.
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County Administrator Standish introduced Durwood Curling,•
Executive Director of the Southeastern Public Service Authority,
who gave a presentation on the proposed regional landfill to be
located in Isle of Wight County.
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Following the presentation, Chairman Bradby informed those
present that a tour would be conducted on Tuesday, September 6th,
beginning at 9:00 A.m. to visit the regional landfill in Suffolk
and Portsmouth and also Mt. Trashmore at Virginia Beach.
Chairman Bradby urged all interested citizens to attend.
On motion of Supervisor Turner, the Board authorized County
Administrator Standish to work with the Southeastern Public
Service Authority (SPSA) staff to conduct public briefings
relative to the proposed regional landfill in the County. The
vote in favor was unanimous (5-0).
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Supervisor Edwards moved the Board authorize County
Administrator Standish to draft a letter on behalf of the Board
to endorse the Western Tidewater Community Services Board's
application to apply fora grant to fund housing for mentally
retarded persons facility to be located in Isle of Wight County.,
The motion carried unanimously (5-O).
Supervisor Ross moved the Board table action of the
distribution of the State Fire Program Funds until the October 6,
1988 meeting in order to have a meeting to discuss same with all
five fire department chiefs present. The vote in favor was
unanimous (5-O). '
On motion of Supervisor Ross, the Board voted unanimously
(5-0) to approve the advertisement of the applications of the
Isle of Wight/Smithfield Chamber of Commerce and Windsor Band
Boosters to conduct a musical festival and entertainment festival
respectively to be considered at a public hearing during the
September 15, 1988 meeting.
Supervisor Ross moved the Board appoint Lieutenant Robert
Trask, of the Smithfield Police Department, to serve as a member
of the Transportation Safety Commission. The motion carried
unanimously (5-0).
County Administrator Standish informed the Board members
that the Transportation Safety Commission has drafted new By-laws
and same will be back to the Board for endorsement and same to be
changed in the State Code.
County Administrator Standish expressed concern relative to
trash dumping in Carrollton.
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County Administrator Standish informed the Board that
Sheriff Phelps would present. his monthly activities report at
their September 15th Board meeting as the September meeting was
on the first of September and he could not get his report
compiled in time.
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Chairman Bradby called for consideration of the following
rezoning application which had been tabled at the July 7, 1988
and Auqust 4, 1988 Board meetings:
The application of W&W Land, Inc. for a change in
zoning classification from A-1, Agricultural
Limited, to R-A, Rural Residential, approximately
68 acres of land located on the west side of
Route 652, between Routes 644 and 600, in Newport
Magisterial District. The purpose of the
application is for a rural residential sub-
division.
A. L. Janes, II, attorney representing the applicants,
introduced James Renney and John Marilla, two of the proposed
project owners. Mr. Jones stated he and his •clients had been
unable to reach an agreement with the adjoining landowners and
requested the Board to consider the proposed application in its
present form and offer any suggestions they deem helpful. Mr.
Jones continued stating the applicants are asking to develop a
subdivision with 18 lots on 68 acres of land which will not
change the tenor of the community. Mr. Jones asked the Board's
favorable consideration of the application.
Supervisor Edwards moved the Board deny the application of
W&W Land, Znc. for a change in zoning classification from A-1,
Agricultural Limited, to R-A, Rural Residential, approximately 68
acres of land located on the west side of Route 652, between
Routes 644 and 600, in Newport Magisterial District. There was a
tie vote with Supervisors Bradby and Edwards voting aye,
Supervisors Turner and Ross voting nay and Supervisor Bradshaw
abstaining.
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County Attorney Crook stated he would call the Board's
tie-breaker, O. A. Spady, and ask him to come and consider the
application in order to vote and break the tie.
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Johnn}~ Butler, adjacent property owner, asked the Board to
make a decision regarding the proposed application. Mr. Butler
expressed concern regarding fire protection, sewage going into
the Norfolk City lakes and road conditions.
Francis Griffin, adjoining property owner, spoke in
opposition stating he was a member of the Longview Agricultural
and Forestal District and he has a hog operation which may
present an offensive odor. Mr. Griffin asked the Board to deny
the application.
County Attorney Crook informed the Board members that Mr.
Spady could not be reached and, therefore, final consideration of
the application would have to be at the October 6, 1988 Board
meeting at which time the tie breaker could be present.
Meanwhile, Supervisor Ross asked to change his vote since he
was not present at the July 7, 1988 meeting and did not hear the
presentation. A re-vote of the motion was taken and the
application of W&W Land, Inc. for a change in zoning
classification from A-1, Agricultural Limited, to R-A, Rural
Residential, approximately 68 acres of land located on the west
side of Route 652, between Routes 644 and 600, in Newport
Magisterial District was denied (3-1-1) with Supervisors Bradby,
Edwards and Ross voting aye, Supervisor Turner voting nay and
Supervisor Bradshaw abstaining.
The Chairman called for consideration of the the following
plat which was tabled at the August 4, 1988 meeting:
Plat showing Phase I of Ashby Subdivision, a sub-
division plat showing forty two (42) lots, located
off Route 17, in Newport Magisterial District.
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Supervisor Edwards moved the Board approve the plat showing
Phase I of Ashby Subdivision, a subdivision plat showing forty
two (42) lots, located off Route 17, in Newport Magisterial
District. The motion passed (4-1) with Supervisors Bradby,
Bradshaw, Edwards- and Ross voting aye. Supervisor Turner
abstained stating he had an interest in the application.
Supervisor Turner did not participate in the discussion.
The Chairman called for consideration of the proposed
amendments to the subdivision and zoning ordinances deleting
pertinent references to the Isle of Wight County Public Service
Authority.
County Administrator Standish stated he strongly recommended
the Board's favorable consideration.
County Attorney Crook read the proposed ordinance changes
and stated he had prepared the amendments at the request of the
administration for the Board's consideration. Mr. Crook stated
he would like to have the Board's authorization to publish same
for a public hearing in order that the Planning Commission may
consider same and make recommendations to the Board.
On motion of Supervisor Edwards, the Board voted unanimously
(5-0) to authorize County Attorney Crook to publish ordinance
amendments relative to the Isle of Wight County Public Service
Authority for a public hearing in order that the Planning
Commission may consider same and offer recommendations to the
Board.
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Supervisor Bradshaw moved the Board reappoint William M.
Camp, Jr. to continue to serve as a member of the Industrial
Development Authority. The vote in favor was unanimous (5-O).
Supervisor Bradshaw moved the Board appoint Billye Jean Rose
to serve as a member of the Social Services Board. Supervisor
Edwards asked Supervisor Bradshaw to withdraw his motion, which
he did.
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County Attorney Crook informed the Board members that the
August 4, 1988 Board minutes were ready for consideration;
however, the minutes were not included in the Board
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member•s•packages for their review and consideration of same
would be during the September 15th meeting.
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Supervisor Turner moved the Board go into executive session
to discuss with legal counsel and staff members personnel
matters, intergovernmental negotiations and contractual matters.
The vote in favor was rnanimous (5-0). The Board went into
executive session at 6:00 P.M. and returned to open session at
7:15 P.M.
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At 7:16 P. M. Supervisor Ross moved the meeting be
adjourned, which passed unanimously (5-0).
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Henry H. Bradby, Chairman
Myles E. Standish, Clerk
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