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REGULAR MEETING OF THE ISLE OF WIGHT COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
HELD THE SIXTH DAY OF APRIL IN THE YEAR NINETEEN HUNDRED EIGHTY
NINE
PRESENT: Henry H. Bradby, Chairman
Joel C. Bradshaw, Jr., Vice Chairman
Steven 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
Kenneth L. Chandler, Assistant to the County
Administrator
David J. Murphy, Public Utilities Director
William McKay, Planner
Captain Steven Bowman, Sheriff's Department
Hilda W. Harmon, Budget & Finance Director (left
at 2:30 P.M. and returned at 7:00 P.M.)
Judy A. Begland, Economic Development
Coordinator (left at 3:05 P.M.)
Sheriff C. W. Phelps (arrived at 5:05 P.M.)
Chairman Bradby called the meeting to order at 2:01 P.M.
Reverend James H. Johnson delivered the invocation.
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Supervisor Bradshaw informed R. W. Coates, Resident
Engineer, Virginia Department of Transportation, that Rev.
Johnson, who lives behind the airport in Franklin, would like to
discuss the road situation with him,(Mr. Coates). Mr. Coates
replied that he has discussed the situation several times with
Rev. Johnson and the road will have to brought up to State
standards and the residents post a maintenance bond. Mr. Coates
stated he would get in touch with Rev. Johnson.
Supervisor Edwards `asked Mr. Coates if the Department of
Transportation had a policy relative to putting rock in holes
created by the mail drivers and newspaper delivers, to which Mr.
Coates replied the Transportation Department will put rocks in
holes created by the mail drivers, but not the newspaper
delivers. Supervisor Edwards asked Mr. Coates to have some rocks
put at his home, where holes had been created by the mail driver,
as well as other needed places throughout the County. Mr. Coates
stated his Department tries to keep up, but the bad weather has
presented some problems.
Supervisor Turner asked Mr. Coates to have the pot holes
patched on the road running from Route 17 to the Carrollton post
office.
County Attorney Crook stated to Mr. Coates that the Board of
Supervisors, at an earlier meeting, had requested him to prepare
a resolution to ask the Governor to reconsider his action of not
letting prisoners work on the County road. Attorney Crook said
he had learned that the Governor had begun to allow prisoners to
again do road work and thus had not prepared the resolution., He
asked Mr. Coates to explain the present-status of prisoners
working on roads in the counties. Mr. Coati'es replied stating the
program has been reinstated in the rural ;areas of Suffolk and
Chesap@ake, with restrictions to work at least 50 yards from a
house or intersection and the group has to be a gun gang. Mr.
Coates continued stating when the State completes their training
program, there will be a group of three gangs with ten persons
each, with one group working in Surry and one in Suffolk; the
inmates will work in a group, all on the same side of the road at
the time. Mr. Crook asked Mr. Coates if there is any need for a
letter or resolution to be sent to the Governor requesting work
by prisoners in the County. Mr. Coates replied that some
localities do not want to work the prisoners; however, if the
Board would like to support it, a resolution would be necessary.
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R. L. Walker, representing the Central Hill Community Club,
read a letter requesting help from the Department of
Transportation relative to drainage problems in the community.
Isabelle<,Lee, re~resentinc~ the Camptown Coalition, read and
presented the following priority list of concerns relative to
their community needs and problems.
"April 6, 1989
On behalf of the Camptown Community Coalition, I present the
following prioritized list of concerns relative to our
community's welfare:
1. Inadequate drainage of a ditch that aligns residential
properties: This problem has been reported over the years.
There has been little or no maintenance of the ditch. Poor
maintenance has resulted in the flooding of properties.
Inasmuch, as, the ditch stops at Highway 1603, and water backs
up, we are requesting that pipes are installed to transport the
water away from the community to a larger natural body of water.
2. Malfunctioning warning signals on the pumping station in
the community, which resulted in the discharge of sewage in
residents' yards: We are requesting a working warning system and
routine maintenance.
3. Unsightly location of trash on Council Road: The
dumpsters were moved nearer to the street last fall, when the
request was for them to be moved further away from the street.
We are asking the County Administration to intercede and ask
Union Camp for permission to locate the dumpsters nearer the tree
line at the back of the property. We would also like for the
County to provide access. as in":Carrsville, to the dumpsters when
they are moved.
4. Poorly illuminated streets in the community: As the
population has increased, there is a need for improved lighting.
It will deter criminal activities and enhance the community's
effort to implement the neighborhood watch program. We are
asking that halogen lamps that emit more light are installed.
We shall give you copies of our request. We will greatly
appreciate a summary of the action that you will take. This will
eliminate the need for us to contact state agencies.
Camptown Community Coalition"
The Board unanimously adopted Supervisor Turner's. motion
that the concerns of Isabelle Lee's letter be forwarded to the
Isle of Wight Public Service Authority for consideration.
Chairman Bradby expressed concern relative to the Department
of Transportation's aid for the Central Hill Community problems.
Mr. Coates stated he has been working with Mr. Walker and the
Department is in the process of trying to obtain documents from
the .property owners to grant permission to do the necessary work,
and as soon as that is completed the Department will do whatever
it can to eliminate the problems.
Mr. Coates stated the County has nothing to do with street
lights, and stated that he thought the citizens were referring to
security lights rather than street lights.
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Constance Rhodes, representing the Isle of Wight/Smithfield
Chamber of Commerce, presented a summary report on the Isle of
Wight County Community Forum on Growth held Mai 14, 1988. Ms.
Rhodes stated the summary revealed there is considerable
agreement in the County about what people want to preserve and
about the need for some careful planning and decision making to
guide future growth.
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On motion of Supervisor Bradshaw, the Board .voted
unanimously (5-O) to direct County Attorney Crook to draft a
proposed resolution, to be sent to t:he Governor, relative to the
renewed use of prisoners to perform :necessary road work.
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Supervisor Turner moved the :Board adopt the resolution
presented by County Attorney Crook to approve the bond financing
relative to the Governor's Educational Technology Initiative
Procurement and Technology Program for County schools. The motion
was seconded by Supervisor Ross and the vote in favor .was
unanimous (5-0).
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED
$62,972.17 GENERAL OBLIGATION SCHOOL BONDS, EDUCATIONAL
TECHNOLOGY SERIES, OF THE COUNTY OF ISLE OF WIGHT, VIRGINIA,
TO BE SOLD TO THE VIRGINIA PUBLIC .SCHOOL AUTHORITY AND
SETTING FORTH THE FORM AND DETAILS THEREOF AND AUTHORIZING
PARTICIPATION IN THE STATE NON-.ARBITRAGE PROGRAM
The Board of County Supervisors (the "Board") of the
County of Isle of Wight, Virginia (the "County") has
determined that it is necessary and expedient to borrow not
to exceed $62,972.17 and to issue its general obligation
school bonds for the financing of the purchase of equipment
for school purposes through the Governor's Educational
Technology Initiative Procurement and Financing Program.
The County held a public hearing on April 6, 1989 on
the issuance of the Bonds (as defined below) in accordance.
with the requirements of Sections 15.1-.171.1 and 15.1-504,
Code of Virginia 1950, as amended.
NOW, THEREFORE,, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF ISLE OF WIGHT, VIRGINIA;
1. Authorization of Bonds and Use of Proceeds. The
Board. of County Supervisors her+eby determineses thatit is
advisable to contract a debt and issue and sell bonds'in the
amount of not to exceed $61,;972.17 (the "Bonds") for the
purpose of .financing the Educational Technology Initiative
Procurement and Financing Program. The issuance-and sale of
Bonds in the form and upon the terms established pursuant to
this Resolution is hereby.-authorized.
2. Sale of the Bonds. It is determined to be in the
best interest of the County_8e11 the Bonds to the Virginia
Public School Authority ("VPSA") at par, upon-the terms
established .pursuant to this Resolution. The`.~appropriate
officers of the County are herelby authorized and ,directed to
sell the Bonds to VPSA.
3. Details of the Bonds. The Bonds shall be issuable
in fully regis etet red form; shall be dated the- date of
issuance and deliver of the Bonds; shall be designated
"County of Isle of Wight General Obligation School Bonds,
Education Technology Series"; shall bear interest payable
semi-annually on June 15 and December 15 (each an !'Interest
Payment Date"), beginning December 15, 1989, at the rates
established in accordance with paragraph 4 of this
Resolution; and the principal amount of the Bonds shall be
payable in semi-annual installments on the dates (each a
"Principal Payment pate") and in the amounts established in
accordance with paragraph 4 of this Resolution. The fonds
shall be issued as a single, typewritten bond substantially
in the form attached hereto as Exhibit A.
4. Interest Rates; Princila~l Installments. {a) The
Administrator of the County is hereby authorized and
directed to accept the interest rate or rates on the Bonds
established'by VPSA, provided that no such interest rate or
rates shall be more than sixty-five one hundredths of one
percent (65/100 of 1~) over the annual rate to be paid by
VPSA for the corresponding maturity on the bonds to be
issued by VPSA, the proceeds of which will be used to
purchase the Bonds (the "VPSA Bonds"), and provided further,
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that no interest rate or rates of the Bonds shall exceed
nine percent. (9$) per annum, and the execution and delivery
of the Bonds as described in Section 6 hereof shall
conclusively evidence the same as having been approved and
authorized by this Resolution.
(b) The principal amount of the Bonds shall be payable
in nine (9) semi-annual installments the first of which
shall be due Dedember 15, 1989, and the remaining
installments semi-annually thereafter. The Administrator of
the County is hereby authorized and directed to establish
the principal amount of the Bonds not to exceed $61,972.17
and to accept the amortization schedule on the Bonds
established by VPSA, provided that debt service on the Bonds
from their dated date until the end of the first fiscal year
(1989-1990) shall not exceed the amount appropriated by the
General Assembly from the Literary Fund therefor, and
provided further, that debet service on the Bonds from the
second fiscal year to the fifth fiscal year shall be
approximately level, subject to the actual rate or rates of
interest on the VPSA Bonds, and the execution and delivery
of the Bonds as described in Section 6 hereof shall
conclusively evidence the same as having been approved and
authorized by this Resolution.
5. Pa ent; Paying Agent and Registrar. The .Treasurer
of the County is hereby designated as Bond Registrar ar.d
Paying Agent for the Bonds and the following provisions
shall apply:
(a) all payments of principal of and interest on the
Bonds shall be made in immediately available funds to VPSA
at or before 11100 a.m. on-the applicable Interest Payment
Date and Principal Payment Date, or if such date is not a
business date for Virginia banks or for the Commonwealth of
Virginia, then at or before 11:00 a.m. on the business day
preceding such Interest Payment Date and Principal Payment
Date; and
(b) all overdue payments of principal or interest shall
bear interest at the applicable interest rate or rates on
the Bonds.
G;. Execution of the Bonds. The Chairman or Vice
Chairman and the Clerk or any Deputy Clerk of the Board are
authorized and directed to execute and deliver the Bonds in
an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $61,972.17 and
to affix the seal of the County thereto.
7. Use of Available Moneys; Pledge of Full Faith and
Credit. (a) The Board hereby appropriates and directs that
all come realized from the investment and reinvestment of
the proceeds of the Bonds and not required to be rebated to
the United States pursuant to the provisions of the Internal
Revenue Code of 1986, as amended ("Investment Income"),
shall be credited to a sinking fund for the Bonds. The
Board hereby further directs that, as directed by a
designated representative of VPSA, on each Interest Payment
Date, the Treasurer shall apply, or cause to be applied,
such Investment Income to the payment of interest due on the
Bonds.
(b) The Board further appropriates and directs that
immediately after the application of the Investment Income
as provided in subparagraph (a) above, the Treasurer shall
apply, or cause to be applied, so much, if any, of the funds
appropriated by the General Assembly from the Literary Fund
or otherwise for such purpose to, or for the benefit of, the
County to the payment of principal and interest due on the
Bonds on the next Principal Payment Date and Interest
Payment Date.
(c) The full faith and credit of the County are hereby
irrevocably pledged for the payment of principal of and
interest on the Bonds as the same become due and payable.
There shall be levied and collected annually on all locally
taxable property in the County an ad valorem tax sufficient
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to pay 'such. principal and interest as the same respectively
become due and payable unless other funds, including,
without limitation, those funds referred to in subparagraphs
(a) and. (b) above, are lawfully available and appropriated
for the timely payment thereof.
8. School Board Approval. The Clerk of the Board is
hereby autho zed and directed to cause a certified copy of
this Resolution to be presented to the School Board of the
County. The Bonds hereby authorized shall not be issued by
the Board until the School Board of the County shall have
adopted'an appropriate resolution consenting to the issuance
of the Bonds.
9. Non-arbitrage Certificate and Tax Covenants. The
appropriate officers and agents o tie County are hereby
authorized and directed to execute a.Non-Arbitrage
Certificate and Tax Covenants setting forth the expected use
and investment of the proceeds of the Bonds and containing
such convenants as may be necessary in order to show.
compliance with the provisions of the Internal Revenue Code
of 1986, as amended (the "Code"), and applicable regulations
relating to the exclusion from gross income of interest on
the Bonds or on the VPSA Bonds. The Board covenants on
behalf of the County that the proceeds from the issuance and
sale of the Bonds will be invested and expended as set forth
in such Non-Arbitrage Certificate and Tax Covenants and that
the County shall comply with the other covenants and
representations contained therein. Furthermore,,~he Board
covenants on behalf of the County that the Count~-'shall
comply with the provisions of the Code so that interest on
the Bonds and on the VPSA Bonds will remain .excludable from
gross income for Federal income tax purposes.
10. State Non-Arbitrage Program. The Board hereby
finds and determines that (a) the Board has received and
reviewed(i) a draft of the Information Statement dated
February~`17, 1989 (the "Information Statement"), describing
the State Non-Arbitrage Program of the Commonwealth of
Virginia ("SNAP) and (ii) a draft of the Contract dated
January 16, 1989 (the "Contract"), creating .the State
.Non-Arbitrage Program Pool'I ("SNAP Pool I")', and (b) the
County has been afforded the opportunity to discuss SNAP
with the. investment manager o€ and special counsel to SNAP,
and the Board hereby further determines that it is in the
best interests of the County to authorize the Treasurer of
the County''to participate in SNAP.'-:The Contract is hereby
approved, and the Treasurer is hereby authorized to execute
and deliver the contract on behalf of the County.` The Board
acknowledges that its decision to authorize the
participation in SNAP is based solely on the information set
forth in the Information Statement and in the Contract, and
the Board hereby acknowledges that the Treasury Board of the
Commonwealth of Virginia is not, and shall not be, in any
way liable to the County in connection with SNAP, 'except as
otherwise provided in the Contract..
11. Fi~ling of Resolution and Publication of :Notice.
The appropriate officers or agents of the'County are hereby
authorized and directed to cause a certified copy of this
Resolution to be filed with-the Circuit Cocp~rt of the County
and, within ten (10) days thereafter, to cruse to;be
published once in a newspaper having general circulation in
the County a notice setting forth (a) a brief arid;g'eneral
terms the purposes for whic.f the Bonds are to be issued and
(b) the amount. of the Bonds.
On motion of Supervisor Edwards, the Bo~i`d voted unanimously
(5-Q) to approve the request of Smithfield'°Packing Company and
the Isle of Wight/Smithfield Chamber of Commerce to hold the
third Smithfield Ham and Gourmet Food Festival Saturday, April
29, 1989, at Aberdeen Farm, located off Raiute 673, in Hardy
Magisterial District.
Chairman Bradby called for a public hearing on the following
rezoning applications:
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1. The application of C. L. Goodrich et al for a change in
zoning classification from A-l, Agricultural Limited,
and A-2, Agricultural General, to Conditional R-A,
Conditional Rural Residential, approximately 1,758 acres
of land located on the west and east sides of Route 676,
north of Route 686, between Lawnes Creek and the James
River, in Hardy Magisterial District. The purpose of
tho application is for single family residences.
Steve Graber, attorney from Williamsburg representing the
applicants, asked the Board to table the second application until
after the public hearing on item 2 on the agenda (Colonial
Trading Center, due to the fact that his court recorder had not
arrived. On motion of Supervisor Turner, the Board voted
unanimously (5-0) to amend the agenda to consider Item III, C, 2.
2. The application of Colonial Trading Center for a change
in zoning classification from A-1, Agricultural Limited,
to Conditional M-l, Conditional Industrial Limited, 9.7
acres of land located west of Route 17 and south of
Rogte 659, in Newport Magisterial District. The purpose
of the application is to allow a wholesale/retail
business including storage of landscaping materials and
.equipment, an office trailer, and a business sign.
A. L. 'Jones, II, attorney from Smithfield appeared
representing applicants Wayne Bartlett and Simon Hicks, and
stated that Mr. Bartlett is requesting the application be
returned to the Planning Commission to develop screening and
recycling conditions and to address any other concerns which the
Planning Commission may have since Mr. Jones did not represent
the applicants before the Panning Commission. Mr. Jones stated
the proposed application would allow the applicants to recycle
top soil and as the business progressed they would like to
operate a garden center.
No one appeared in opposition. The Planning Commission
recommended denial by unanimous vote, stated Mr. Bradby.
Following discussion, Supervisor Bradshaw moved the Board
grant Mr. Jones' request and return the application of Colonial
Trading Center for a change in zoning classification from A-l,
Agricultural Limited, to Conditional M-1, Conditional Industrial
Limited, 9.7 acres of land located west of Route 17 and south of
Route 6.59, in Newport Magisterial District to the Planning
CommissioD for further consideration. The motion passed by
unanimous'(5-0) vote of the Board. •
The Chairman called for consideration of the following
rezoning application:
The application of C. L. Goodrich et al for a change in
zoning classification from A-1, Agricultural Limited, and
A-2, Agricultural General, to Conditional R-A, Conditional
Rural Residential, approximately 1,758 acres of land located
on the west and east sides of Route 676, north of Route 686,
between Lawnes Creek and the James River, in Hardy
Magisterial District. The purpose of the application is foss
single family residences.
Steve Graber, the applicants' attorney, stated the requested
zoning would allow 1,069 lots, after land was taken away for
roads, preservation of marshland and easements. Mr. Graber
continued stating the developers would like to get the land
rezoned before going through the expensive process of designing
development plans as the County would be able to control the
development after rezoning through the subdivision ordinance.
Mr. Graber also stated the land was not suitable for uses other
than residential development.
Supervisor Bradshaw expressed concern relative to the
nuclear plant as to whether the plant and operation is up to par.
County Attorney Crook asked Mr. Graber how mad single family
residences do you plan for the 1,758 acres, to which Mr. Graber
replied 1,069.4 per 40,000 square foot. Mr. Crook also
questioned whether they planned to have central water and sewer
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systems with a treatment plant or discharge to the stream. Mr.
Graber replied possibly a sprinkling system if the County prefers
and/or they are open to County recommendations.
Vincent L. Thomas, Route 2, Box 472, Smithfield, Virginia
resident, representing the Rushmere Civic- League, voiced the
community's strong opposition to the proposed development,
expressing concerns regarding speed and traffic, evacuation
relative to a nuclear disaster at the Surry Nuclear Plant, sewage
system and groundwater level.
Stephen G. Carlisle, representing his mother, Mrs. Fannie G.
Carlisle, appeared in opposition expressing concerns regarding
the nuclear plant, economic and social impact, and water and
sewage systems. Mr. Carlisle stated he feels a comprehensive
study of exactly what the developer plans and his phase step
development should be provided before making a decision on such a
project.
Phyllis Bloxom, Rushmere Shores resident, appeared in
opposition and expressed concerns regarding traffic, evacuation
and the water supply.
David Olsen, Rushmere Shores resident, appeared in
opposition and expressed concerns relative to evacuation routes,
aquifers, water level, and the density of the development. Mr.
Olsen encouraged the Board of Supervisors to vote negatively.
Madeline Folks, resident on Route 676 in Rushmere, appeared
in opposition expressing concerns relative to road ingress and
egress, stating that if the-road is widened it would require
condemnation of property; drainage problems, effect on
groundwater level., questioning the proposed sewer- system arguing
that aC comprehensive plan should be developed first, trash., and
garbage disposal problems and preserving wildlife, marshes- and
wetlands. Mrs. Folks asked the Board of Supervisors to please
deny the application.
Grace Keen, Newport citizen, expressed concern as to whether
the,. County can afford this development since approximately 12~ of
the County population is composed of senior citizens.
W. Douglas Caskey, Assistant County Administrator/Community
Development, clarified the reference of Attorney Graber to the
Land Use Plan, which was adopted in 1979, stating that the land
area in question was not included in the proposed residential
area of "Rushmere" in said plan.
Supervisor Edwards and Chairman Bradby stated they would not
like to be party to approving a proposed application that would
affect the people in the community who probably could, not be
evacuated;in case of a nuclear attack. ~
Supervisor Ross queried Attorney .Graber as to why the
applicants continued purchasing additional property even after
the Planning Commission and Board denied prior applications.
Supervisor Ross stated he is not opposed to gro~dth in the County,
but doesn't approve a development of this magnitude at this time.
Chairman Bradby moved the Board concur with the Planning
Commission's recommendation and deny the application of C. L.
Goodrich et al for a change in zoning classification from A-l,
Agricultural Limited, and A-2, Agricultural General, to
Conditional R-A, conditional Rural Residential, approximately
1,758 acres of land located on the west and east sides of Route
676, north of Route 686, between Lawnes Creek and the James
River, in Hardy _Magisterial District. The motion passed by
unanimous (5-0) vote of the Board.
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At 4:22 P.M. Supervisor Bradshaw moved for a Board recess,
which passed unanimously (5-0). The Board reconvened at 4:36
P.M.
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Madeline Folks, Rushmere Shores resident, asked the Board to
please consider the Hampton Roads Sanitation District service
areas during a night meeting so that the public may provide
input. The Chairman informed Mrs. Folks that matter would be
discussed by the Board later during the meeting.
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W. Douglas Caskey, Assistant County l~dministrator/Community
Development, presented the following conditional use permit
applications for the Board's consideration:
1. The application of Elizabeth Seward, et al for a
conditional use permit to locate a mobile home for Mills
T. Barlow's son, Robert Gregory Barlow, and his
immediate family on 171.12 acres of land located on the
west side of Route 258, between Routes 644 and 637, in
Hardy Magisterial District.
No one appeared in favor or in opposition. The Planning
Commission recommended approval of the application by a unanimous
vote, said Mr. Caskey.
Supervisor Edwards moved the Board approve the application
of Elizabeth Seward, et al for a conditional use permit to locate
a mobile home for Mills T. Barlow's son, Robert Gregory Barlow,
and his immediate family on 171.12 acres of land located on the
west side of Route 258, between Routes 644 and 637, in Newport
Magisterial District. The motion carried unanimously (5-0)..
2. The;~pplication of Alton E. Staples for a conditional
use permit to extend existing mobile home approval for
twelve additional months while building a residence on
6.487, acres of land located off Route 644, in Hardy
Magisterial District.
No one appeared in opposition. The Planning Commission
recommended approval of the twelve months extension with the
stipulation that the trailer be removed at the time of issuance
of a certificate of occupancy, if issued before the permit
expires, stated Mr. Caskey.
Mildred Staples appeared and stated their permanent
residence had not been completed as contemplated due to her
illness and the death of a neighbor. Mrs. Staples stated they
were constructing their dwelling themselves and it should be
completed by the fall. _
On motion of Supervisor Bradshaw, the Board voted
unanimously (5-0) to approve the application of Alton E. Staples
for a conditional use permit to extend the existing mobile home
approval for twelve additional months while building a residence
on 6.487 acres of land located off Route 644, in Hardy
Magisterial District.
3. The application of Colonial Trading Center for a
conditional use permit to locate an office trailer on
9.7 acres of land located west of Route 17 and south of
Route 659, in Newport Magisterial District.
Mr. Caskey stated it would be inappropriate to act on this
application since the Board did not act on the rezoning request
and suggested the application be returned to the Planning
Commission along with the rezoning request for further
consideration.
Supervisor Ross moved the Board comply with Mr. Caskey's
recommendation and return the application of Colonial Trading
Center for a conditional use permit to locate an office trailer
on 9.7 acres of land located west of Route 17 and south of Route
659, in Newport Magisterial District for further consideration in
conjunction~witti the rezoning application. The vote in favor was
unanimous (5-0).
Assistant County Administrator/Community Development, W.
Douglas Caskey, presented the fallowing subdivision plat for the
Board's consideration:
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Plat showing division of a portion of parcel "B" as
shown on a plat entitled "Plat Showing Survey of
Property Owned by Ray P. Marshall, Jr. and Charles W.
Marshall, Partners trading as Marshall Brothers
Partnership".
No one appeared in favor or in opposition. Mr. Casket'
stated the Planning Commission recommended approval by unanimous
vote.
On motion of Supervisor Turner, the Board voted unanimously
(5-O) to approve the plat showing the division of a portion of
parcel "B" as shown on a plat entitled "Plat Showing Survey of
Property Owned by Ray P. Marshall, Jr. and Charles W. Marshall,
Partners trading as Marshall Brothers Partnership".
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On motion of Supervisor Ross, the Board voted unanimously
(5-O) to approve the design of the Rushmere Volunteer Fire
Department building as presented b~ the architect, Frank Spady,
and authorized proceeding with .letting bids for same.
Supervisor Ross moved the Board approve publication of
notice for public hearing of the Recreational Facilities
Authority's application to conduct a fireworks celebration on
July 4, 1989. The motion passed by unanimous (5-0) vote of the
Board members.
On motion of Supervisor Bradshaw, the Board ..voted
unanimously (5-0) to adopt the following resolution of
appreciation to the Smithfield Volunteer Fire Department in
recognition of their 50th Anniversary:
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION TO THE SMITHFIELD VOLUNTEER FIRE
DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the volunteer fire department was created
in Smithfield on January 31, 1939 initially consisting of 31
.volunteers and one fire truck; and
WHEREAS, since the establishment of the
department, it has grown to include 47 active ;;and inactive
volunteers as well as the most up-to-date equipment; and
WHEREAS, the volunteer fire department continues
to serve the County on a volunteer basis, covering 20
square miles, protecting thousands of citizens and millions
of dollars in property; and
WHEREAS, the Smithfield Volunteer Fire Department
serves as an outstanding example to County residents
committed to voluntary public services, enhancing the very
high quality of life in Isle of Wight; and
WHEREAS, it is most fitting and appropriate to
recognize this volunteer organization on the occasion of its
50th Anniversary.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT:t2ESOLVED that the Board of
Supervisors of Isle of Wight of County hereby recognizes the
numerous contributions of the Smithfield Volunteer Fire
Department, and, upon the occasion of its 50th Anniversary,
extends congratulations for their continued outstanding
performance and commitment to the public.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County
Administrator is directed to forward a copy of this
resolution to the Chief of the Snmithfield Volunteer Fire
Department.
On motion of Supervisor:;"Turner, the Board voted unanimously
(5-0) to adopt the following resolution recognizing the fourth
week in April, 1989 as Drug and Alcohol Awareness Week:
ISLE OF WIGHT DRUG AND ALCOHOL AWARENESS WEEK
WHEREAS, drugs and alcohol are being used and
abused by some students and young adults;
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WHEREAS, drugs and alcohol are visibly preventing
such students and young adults from achieving their highest
potential; and
WHEREAS, drugs and alcohol have been furnished and
supplied to students outside the school setting as well as
at times distributed within the setting; and
WHEREAS, the County of Isle of Wight, Virginia
recognizes,, and,understands the nature of effects that
alcohol and drugs have on young people mentally, emotionally
and physically.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of
Supervisors that the fourth week of. April, 1989 is
recognized as .Drug and Alcohol Awareness Week in Isle of
Wight County, and call its significance to the attention of
all members of this community.
Kenneth L. Chandler, Assistant to the County Administrator,
gave a slide presentation to the Board members relative to the
rehabilitated real estate properties in the City of Franklin
which allows tax reduction for rehabilitated property.
Following the presentation and discussion by the Board
members, Supervisor Ross moved the Board approve publication for
a public hearing on the proposed ordinance to provide exemptions
from taxation for certain rehabilitated residential real estate.
The motion passed with Supervisors Turner, Ross, Bradby and
Edwards voting aye and Supervisor Bradshaw voting nay.
On motion of Supervisor Turner, the Board voted unanimously
(5-0) to approve $200,000 (to be matched by the State) in the
1989-90 Budget as revenue sharing in the Virginia Department of
Transportation road improvement program.
Supervisor Turner moved the Board authorize the initiation
of .appropriate amendments by the County Attorney to the
subdivision ordinance regarding the construction specifications
and standards for water and sewer facilities. The vote in favor
was unanimous (5-0).
On motion of Supervisor Turner, the Board voted unanimously
(5-0) to adopt the following resolution requesting a corridor
study of U. S. Route 258 between U. S. 10 and 460 in Isle of
Wight County:
RESOLUTION REQUESTING A CORRIDOR STUDY OF U. S. ROUTE 258
BETWEEN U. S. 10 AND 460 IN ISLE OF WIGHT COUNTY
WHEREAS, U. S. Route 258 is a primary link between the
towns of Smithfield and Windsor in Isle of Wight County; and
WHEREAS, this roadway is a strategic transportation
corridor providing access to the County's major roadways, Routes
460 and 10; and
WHEREAS, this is the only connector route linking the
Northeastern, Central and Southern sections of Isle of Wight
County; and
WHEREAS, this roadway is a heavily traveled route
consisting only of two lanes which as a result of current and
projected trends, will be required to handle increasing amounts
of vehicular traffic of all types; and
WHEREAS, the County is committed to economic
development, planned growth and maintaining a superior quality of
life - all of which are predicated on a well-developed
transportation network.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of
Supervisors of Isle of Wight County requests that the Virginia
Department of Transportation, through its transportation planning
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process, .undertake a corridor stud} for U. S. Route 258 between
U. S. Routes 10 and 460 in sufficient detail, indicating the
necessary right-of-wad widths so that the County can use this
information for planning decisions and economic development.
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On request of Supervisor Edwards, David J. Murphy, Public
Utilities Director, explained the County staff's lower figures
vs. the Hampton Roads Sanitation District figures, stating that
the differences related to the two alternative cost calculation
methods.
Following discussion and on motion of Supervisor Turner, the
Board voted unanimously (5-0) to consider the proposed HRSD
service areas at the April 20, 1989 meeting in order that the
public may have input and to afford the County staff time for
further study and review of same.
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County Attorney Crook suggested the Board recess fvr dinner
and continue the meeting until 7:00 P.M. for the public hearing
on the Schools budget. At 5:25 P.M. on motion of Supervisor
Edwards, the Board voted unanimously (5-0) to recess until 7:00
P.M.
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Chairman Bradby called the meeting to order at 7:01 P.M.
The Chairman called fora public hearing on the .proposed
1989-90 School Board budget.
Dr. v. J. Morlino, Superintendent of Schools, informed the
Board members that the School Board adopted the proposed budget
at its meeting on March 21, 1989. Dr. Morlino continued stating
that funds are needed for guidance counselors, teachers, buses,
replacement of handicapped bus, custodial services, and
additional classrooms. Dr. Morlino asked the Board's favorable
consideration of fully funding the proposed budget.
Robert Leber, resident at 19 St.
Carrollton, spoke in favor of the proposed
five year capital plan, stating that State m;
good part of the increase. Mr. -Leber asked
approve the proposed operating budget and
improvements budget.
Catherine Street,
budget and proposed
~ndate costs caused a
the Board to please
five year capital
William H. Barrett, Carrsville resident, spoke in favor of
the budget, however, Mr. Barrett expressed concern relative to
raising taxes in order to support the proposed school budget.
Dr. Linda Morgan, Chairman of the School Board, stated the
School Board had reviewed the budget in detail and assured the
Board. the proposed budget is justified. Dr. Morgan stated the
Board began underfunding the School budget in the 1960's and has
slipped a little each year since and asked the Board members to
give open minded consideration to the., proposed budget for
1989-90.
Dr. Morgan introduced James 8. Brown, Jr., School Board
member, who .gave a presentation regarding comparisons of
adjoining localities. relative to salaries and instructional
needs. In closing Mr. Brown urged the Board members to .consider
the budget as statesmen, not politicians.
Dr. Richard Peerey, School Board member, stated he feels the
fat has been cut out of the proposed budget, that much of the
proposed budget includes mandates, and if the Board has to cut
don't cut the school budget - cut elsewhere.
Karen Spiers, resident and taxpayer of the Newport District,
spoke in favor of_the proposed budget and stated she does not
feel the budget should be cut. Mrs. .Spiers asked the Board to
bite the bullet and approve the total budget.
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County Attorney Crook advised the Board the statute provides
it is necessary to wait seven days following the public hearing
before action can be taken. County Attorney Crook continued
stating the Board may act on the proposed budget at its April 20,
1989 meeting.
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On motion of Supervisor Bradshaw, the Board voted
unanimously (5-0) to direct County Attorney Crook to draft a
proposed amendment to grant tax exemption for elderly
,
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oun
y residents rather than the
existing tax deferral for the elderly.
On the suggestion of Supervisor Turner, the Board directed
County Administrator Standish to review the 255 telephone
exchange for Chuckatuck residents calling offices at the
Courthouse complex.
Supervisor Edwards moved the Board direct County Attorney
Crook to research provisions of the Virginia Code which allow a
localit}~ or a subscriber to petition the Federation Communication
Commission (FCC) fora vote on changing telephone exchanges.
The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
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Supervisor Bradshaw moved the Board appoint William H.
Barrett and Anthony King as members of the Planning Commission
Advisory Committee from the Carrsville Election District. The
vote in favor was unanimous (5-0).
Supervisor Edwards moved the Board appoint Eddie Ray Scott
to serve as member of the Planning Commission Advisory Committee
from the Windsor Election District. The motion passed by
unanimous (5-O) vote of the Board.
Supervisor Turner moved the Board appoint W. B. Owen and
Robert Leber to serve as members of the Planning .Commission
Advisory Committee from the Newport Election District. The
motion passed unanimously (5-0).
Chairman Bradby moved the Board appoint Phyllis Bloxom to
serve as a member of the Planning Commission Advisory Committee
from the Hardy Election District. The vote in favor was
unanimous (5-0).
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On recommendation of County Attorney Crook, and motion of
Supervisor Edwards, the Board voted unanimously (5-0) to approve
the March 2, 1989 Board of Supervisors minutes with the
correction as pointed out by Supervisor Edwards.
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On motion of Supervisor Edwards, the Board voted unanimously
(5-0) to go into Executive Session for advice of legal counsel
and staff concerning negotiations for intergovernmental
ag"reements, and contracts for acquisition and use of public
property.
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Upon returning to open session, Supervisor Turner moved the
Board accept the water agreement between the County and the Town
of Windsor/Hidden Acres and authorize the County Administrator to
sign .same. The motion carried with Supervisors Turner, Bradby,
Bradshaw and Edwards voting in favor and Supervisor Ross voting
against.
On motion of Supervisor Turner, the Board voted unanimously
(5-0) to approve the recommendation for a change order to the
existing contract with Redman & Johnston Associates for their
development of a separate capital improvements plan/budget,
concurrently with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan project. The
costs were specified by the County Administrator as a total of
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$19,150, with $4,750 reprogrammed from the existing contract and
$4,400 in new allocation.
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At 8:45 P.M. Supervisor Ross moved the meeting be adjourned,
which passed unanimously (5-O).
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