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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1975-02-202-20-75 (Day) A regular meeting of the Board of Supervisors of Albemarle County, Virginia, was held on February 20, 1975, at 9:00 A.M. in the County Office Building Board Room, Charlottesville, Virginia. PRESENT: Messrs. Gerald E. Fisher, J. T. Henley, Jr., William C. Thacker, Jr., Gordon L. Wheeler and Lloyd F. Wood, Jr. ABSENT: Mr. Stuart F. Carwile. OFFICERS PRESENT: Mr. T. M. Batchelor, Jr., County Executive; and Mr. George R. St. John, ~ County Attorney. The meeting was called to order and began with the Lord's Prayer. was called odt of the meeting, Mr. Thacker took over the chair. Mr. Gordon L. Wheeler The first item on the agenda was the approval of Board Minutes for the following dates: July 31, 1974, August 7, 1974, September 5, 1974, September 11, 1974 (Days), September 18, I974. There were no corrections or additions to any of the above mentioned minutes. Motion for approval was made by Mr. Fisher, seconded by Mr. Wood. Motion for approval was carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker and Wood. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Messrs. Carwile and Wheeler. Mr. Wheeler returned to the meeting at this point. The next item on the agenda was the discussion of highway matters, the first oF which was a bond on roads in Four Seasons. Discussion of this matter was deferred from January 16, 1975. Mr. Daley Craig, the developer, was present. Also present was Mr. Robert Warner, Resident Highway Engineer, Virginia Department of Highways. Mr. Warner said he had reinspected the roads to see which items had been completed since the last inspection in September, 1973. Generall~ all repairs still need to be completed in accordance with a letter he had written to Mr. Craig after the inspection in 1973. He noted the following repairs to be made: curb and g~tter on LakeForest Drive; curb on Tennis Drive; yard drains behind buildings; several manholes which have risen above street level; sidewalks need to be leveled and repaired; paving to patch wear and tear on surface of Four Seasons Drive; where side streets connect to Four Seasons Drive, the plans show a taper which has never been installed; paving and stone on cul-de-sac on Lake View Drive; repairs need to be made on Lake Forest'Drive where cuts have been made for utilities. Mr. Warner noted that this work was estimated at over $38,000 in 1973. With~[nflation factor, this cost might be 15-20% higher at this time. Mr. Craig said that $5,358 of this work has been completed. He has new quotations of $17,300 excluding paving work. He said that quotes on paving were given as: $10,100 for Four Seasons Drive, $4,965 for Lake Forest Drive and $3,254 for Lake View Drive. These figures include blacktop, which is not required by the State Highway Department. Also included is $3,000 for patching and miscellaneous items. According to these figures, the $38,000 bond is adequate. Mr. Craig said the work will be completed, however, he cannot give an exact date because that is not within his control. He further noted that the bond will not expire until December 31, 1975. Mr. Chris Meacham, President of the Townhouse Association at Four Seasons requested a time table for the roads to be completed and assurance that the bond is adequate to complete the work. Mr. Dave Hake presented to the Board a letter written to Dr. Wheby of Hessian Hills by a M~ss White of the County Staff, regarding the Hessian Hills roads. He pointed out that an agreement between Mr. Craig and Mr. Warner was reached about 18 months ago to complete the Hessian Hills roads for acceptance into the State System, but since that time nothing has been done. Mr. Robert Huskey, President of the Georgetown Green Homeowners Association, stated that he feels the Board of Supervisors owes some protection to the Homeowners of Four Seasons for the completion of their roads. He stated that the people of Georgetown Green did not receive that protection; now the roads in this development have become a burden on the people who live there. Mr. Wood stated that Mr. Craig was not here to discuss roads in Hessian Hills or George- town Green. If there is a problem with those roads it should be brought up at a future Board meeting. There is an approved set of plans on Four Seasons roads, if the bond presently being held by the County is adequate and then have that bond validated through December, 1975, in 5rder to assure State acceptance of the roads into the system. Mr. St. John said the bond is in the amount of $38,223.00 and that it is conditioned on the following time table: a) that Four Seasons Drive be completed in December, 1974, b) Woodlake Drive be completed in December, 1974, c) Tennis Drive already complete, d) Lake Forest Drive to be completed in December, 1974, e) Monterey Drive to be complete in June, 1974. Mr. St. John said he has written to the surety, Travelers' Indemnity Company, stating that the bond is in default, but made no demand for payment. If this bond's timetable is changed it will require the consent of the surety company. Mr. Craig said he also had a copy of the bond and he saw no time table attached nor any reference to a timetable. Mr. St. John said the bond states that it is conditioned on approval given CU-111 in August, 1970. He has also received a letter from Mr. Craig's attorney stating that the dates he read are the conditions. He did not think the record should stand without taking issue with Mr. Craig about the validity of the bond. Mr. Craig read from a letter dated January 2nd, which stated the estimated completion dates described by Mr. St. John. After the reading, he emphasized the word "estimated", and added that there are factors to be considered in the building of a road which are beyond his control. Mr. Craig concluded that if there was an error made in the issuance of the bond, it was not made by the builders; and that as far as he knew, the bond was funded through 1975. Mr. Craig stated that he was willing to cooperate, but that he has received a letter from Travelers making demand on him and this has impugned his credit. 2-20-75 (Day) Mr. Wheeler stated that since there is a difference of opinion as to whether or not the bond is valid, the Board has to rely on the opinion of the County Attorney. Mr. Thacker suggested a meeting between the County Attorney, the surety company, and Mr. Craig to try to discuss the matter, but if this could not be done he also would rely on the opinion of the County Attorney. Mr. Fisher questioned when the bond was originally issued. Mr. Thacker answered December 13, 1973. Mr. Fisher then asked if any of the projects mentioned in the bond have been com- pleted and accepted into the State System. Mr. Craig answered that one road had been completed, but not accepted into the State System. Mr. Fisher said he is concerned, that the present bond is not adequate to cover work which must still be completed. He suggested that a price be requested from a contractor for completing these roads. Mr. Henley asked what guarantee the Board has that Mr. Craig will work on the roads this year when nothing was done last year. Mr. Craig said his company had financial problems last year which have since been resolved. They will begin work on the roads as soon as the weather permits. Mr. St. John pointed out that the dates were selected by Mr. Craig and his attorney, not by the County Attorney or the Board. He added that he believes Travelers' Surety also acknow- ledges the dates specified as the target completion dates. He said there would be no purpose in having a joint meeting with Mr. Craig. He recommended legal action to foreclose on the bond, or allow Mr. Craig two weeks to supply the Board a new bond with a new time table for completion of the work. Mr. Wood stressed that the homeowners only want assurance that the roads will be completed. He would like to avoid a legal battle and see the roads completed as soon as possible. Mr. Borden agreed with Mr. Wood, but added that a new timetable is needed so the home- owners have that protection and a valid bond. He suggested that Mr. Craig supply valid con- tracts covering the work to be completed. Mr. Wheeler suggested that Mr. Craig come back before the Board on March 12th and have with him either a new bond or guaranteed contracts stating the work will be done by December 31, 1975. Motion to defer action on the road bond for Four Seasons roads to March 12, 1975, at 7:30 P.M. was made by Mr. Wood, seconded by Mm. Thacker and carried by the following recorde~d vote: AYES: Messrs: Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler and Wood. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Mr. Carwiie. Mr. Wheeler stated that he has numerous correspondence from the public regarding roads in the Hessian Hills and Georgetown Green areas, which also were the responsibility of Mr. Craig. He requested Mr. Craig to reappear before the Board on March 20, 1975, at 9:30 A.M. to discuss these matters. Mr. Craig agreed to appear. Mr. Wheeler introduced the next item on the agenda as a report from the Parks Committee regarding a Boat landing on Milton Road (Route 729), then stated that he was going to abstain from any discussion on this matter. Mr. Thacker took over the Chair. Mr. Robert Sampson submitted a report frJom the Parks Committee recommending against this site. There is a site available at Milton Airport which they feel is better suited for the boat landing. This property is owned by the University, and although there has been no final commitment, interest has been shown in this project. Mr. Fisher said until an agreement is worked out for the University property, the Board should not close any options such as Milton Road. Mr. Fisher then read a line from the report which stated that the Milton Road site "should be kept in mind as an alternative". Mr. Thacker noted the Parks Committee did recommend abandoning the old Milton Bridge site. Mr. Sampson agreed this is the Parks Committee's recommendation because land will have to be purchased in order to make the Milton Road Site usable. Mr. Fisher reiterated his prior statement that the Milton Road site should not be aban- doned until a formal agreement for the University property is completed and signed. At this point, Mr. Fisher made motion to defer action on abandoning the Milton Road site until March 20, 1975, at which time the Parks Committee should submit a firm recommendation as to which site will finally be used for the boat launch site. Motion was seconded by Mr. Henley, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, and Wood. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Mr. Carwile. ABSTAIN: Mr. Wheeler. Mr. J. Harvey Bailey, County Engineer, was present to bring the Board up-to-date on the progress of reconstruction of Route 637. Mr. Bailey stated that a project number has been assigned by the Highway Department. Mr. Bob Warner reported that an agreement was about ready to be sent out to the City and County in response to their resolutions. As soon as the agree- ment is signed, they will be able to start the surveying. Mr. Warner further stated that by the March 20th meeting the survey should be completed and on the drawing board. Mr. Bailey said the City and County began joint operation of the Ivy Landfill on February 1 as scheduled. There was an accidental fire which burned the office down before this date. Telephone Service has been restored. There were guards on the landfill'site during the two weeks when the personnel were not working. The City received a compactor yesterday which was recently ordered. Inquiries have been made of the haulers and they feel that service has improved. Mr. Bailey said the City and County may be able to build up some good will as this operation progresses. 2-20-75 (Day) Motion to adopt the following resolution was made by Mr. Fisher, seconded by Mr. Thacker, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler, and Wood. None. Mr. Carwi!e. BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Albemarle County, Virginia, that the Virginia Department of Highways be and is hereby requested to accept into the Secondary System of Highways the following section of road in Albemarle County: Addition to State system of an existing private road from Route 767 to .19 mile east BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Virginia Department of Highways be and is hereby guaranteed a 50 foot unobstructed right-of-way along this requested addition. FURTHER, adoption of this resolution is intended to clarify similar resolution adopted by this Board on July 19, 1973. Motion to adopt the following resolution was made by Mr. Wood, seconded by Mr. Fisher, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler, and Wood. None. Mr. Carwile. BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Supervisors of Albemarle County, Virginia, that the Virginia Department of Highways be and is hereby requested to accept into the Secondary System of Highways, subject to final inspection and approval by the Resident Highway Department, the following sections of roads in Earlysville Heights Subdivision: Approximately 906.74 Feet - Ridgemont Road and the Eastern R-O-W of Viewmon~ Road (State Route 1536) thence with Ridgemont Road in a North- Easterly direction to station 14 + 90.74, the end of Ridgemont Road in Earlysville Heights Subdivision. Approximately 859.47 Feet - Stonefield Circle and the Eastern R-O-W of Viewmont Road (State Route 1536) thence with Stoneyfield in a North- Easterly direction to station 8 + 83.47, the end of Stonef±eld Circle, in Earlysville Heights Subdivision. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Virginia Department of Highways be and is hereby guaranteed a 50 foot unobstructed Right-of-way and drainage easements along these required additions as recorded by plat in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Albemarle CounTy in Deed Book 509, page 109; Deed Book 532, page 479. Mr. Batchelor requested the Board to set a date for the Annual Highway Meeting. Mr. Wheeler recommended that our State Representatives and our State Senator be invited to attend this Annual Highway meeting, as roads in the County are controlled and funded by the State, and the citizens would be interested in hearing their opinions. Motion was made by Mr. Wood to advertise the Annual Highway Hearing for Wednesday, March 19, 1975, at 7:30 P.M. in the County Courthouse. Motion was seconded by Mr. Henley, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Messrs. Fisher, Henley Thacker, Wheeler, and Wood. None. Mr. Carwile. Mr. Thacker asked the Highway Department to check the condition of Route 718 in Coves- vitle, at the request of Mrs. Thelma Vest. Mr. Thacker also requested the Highway Department to check out the possible relocation of a mailbox (#266-270) on Route 20 South of Charlottesville, and possible extension of the no- passing zone at the end of a series of curves near "Wood's Store" on the same road. In a letter received from Mr. Phillip Hensley, he states it is a hazard to school children during loading and unloading at the bus stop. Mr. Fisher again requested the Highway Department to look into the problem of the Route 250 By-Pass ramp where it enters Route 250 West in front of Bel Air Subdivision. He said there is nothing on the right side of the road to indicate that the lane will end. Three lanes of traffic merge into one lane at this point and cars do not yield. Mr. Wheeler requested the Planning Department to present a status report on the roads in AUburn Hills Subdivision on March 20th. He stated he saw a plat go through for approval, and he felt the Board had requested Planning not to approve any more plats in this subdivision until a bond was received on the front sections.· Mr. Fisher asked Mr. Warner if the HighWay Department has ever received plans for the roads in Meriwether Hills. Mr. Warner replied that they have been submitted, but have not been returned by the State Highway Commission. 2-20-75 (Day) Mr. Batchelor reported that the County Attorney's office has prepared a form on bonds for roads, which shows the surety, the completion date, etc., and should help smooth out bonding procedures. The next item on the agenda was public hearing to abolish the office of Tie Breaker. Notice of this hearing was advertised in the Daily Progress on February 10th and 16th. Mr. Wheeler requested the clerk to read a letter he received on the subject from the League of Women Voters: "1755 Easy Lane Charlottesville, Va. 22901 February 16, 1975 The Honorable Gordon L. Wheeler Chairman Albemarle County Board of Supervisors Charlottesville, Virginia Dear Mr. Wheeler, Belief in government that is responsive to the will of the people is fundamental to the political philosophy of the League of Women Voters. In accordance with this belief, we urge you to take advantage of the State option for eliminating the court-appointed tiebreaker. Competent and efficient gov- ernment requires that responsibilities be clearly assignable In a representative government, decision making should be the responsibility of our elected officials. The Board of Supervisors has, in the past, attempted to resolve its own conflicts and to avoid resorting to the tie- breaker. We feel that elimination of the tiebreaker is ne- cessary to make law compatible with actual practice and to ensure that the Board will continue to accept responsibility for its decisions. I would appreciate your making our views known to the other members of the Board. Sincerely, (signed) Carol S. Paterson, Chairman Local Government Committee League of Women Voters" No one from the public wished to speak either for or against the subject of tie breaker, so Mr. Wheeler presented it to the Board for action. Mr. Wheeler stated that in a conversation with Mr. Carwile on the day prior to this public hearing, Mr. Carwile stated that he was in Jfavor of abolishing the office of tie-breaker. Mr. Thacker also stated that he was in favor of abolishing the office of tie-breaker, mainly because the citizens of the County have elected the Board members to make the decision. He feels it is the responsibility of those officials to do their appointed job. Mr. Fisher pointed out that the resolution should have an effective date. It was sug- gested by Mr. Fredrick Payne, Deputy County Attorney, that the effective date be the date following the completion of Mr. Harry Garth's term, or June 9, 1975. Mr. Fisher also stated that he felt Mr. Harry Garth did an outstanding job on the one occasion he was called to break a deadlock. Mr. Wheeler said he will also support the elimination of the office of tie-breaker. He further concurred with Mr. Fisher that Mr. Garth did a commendable job on the occasion he was called in, but that Mr. Thacker's point was well taken in that it is the elected officials duty to make the decisions. Mr. Wood said he was not excited about this resolution. In seven years, a tie-breaker has only been called one time. He felt the possibility of having to call the tie-breaker has made the Board members get together and resolve their problems. He felt that sometime the Board may pass over something that may be good for the County. Mr. Thacker said the Board has no problems at the present time, but he looks to the future and also to the problems that adjacent counties have had. Mr. St. John stated that the resolution as presented should contain a clause as follows: "to take effect upon the lawful expiration of the incumbent's term". With the addition of this clause, Mr. Fisher made motion to adopt the following resolution. Second to the motion was made by Mr. Thacker, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler and Wood. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Mr. Carwile. WHEREAS, Section 15.1-535 Code of Virginia, 1950 has recently been amended to make the office of tie breaker optional and at the discretion of the governing body of the County; and WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Albemarle County, Virginia, deem that it is not in the public interest for questions of signif- icance to be decided by persons other than members of the duly elected governing body of the County; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Albemarle County, Virginia, that the office of tie breaker be, and same hereby is abolished; to take effect upon the lawful expiration 2-20-75 (Day) Mr. Batchelor reported that Offender Aid and Restoration has requested payment of $1,798 of the total $6,200 appropriated in the 1974-75 budget. He said the City has appropriated a share of $819 of the $2,928 requested from them for operations in the remainder of the 1974-75 budget year. Mr. Batchelor recommended that the Board only pay $513. He noted that O.A.R. has requested $9,357 for the 1975-76 fiscal year budget, and recommended that any funding be made, on a two-third, one-third share based on prisoner days. Mr. Wheeler pointed out the difference between the recommended figure and the requested figure, and said someone from O.A.R. should be heard. Mr. Richard Jones and Mr. John Stillwell were present. Mr. Jones stated that when the budget sheet was submitted to Mr. Batchelor, items not covered in ~.J.C.P. monies were a "bare bones" request. This sheet was meant to compliment the amount of money given to them from the Division of Justice and Crime Prevention. He stated that O.A.R. was pleased with the amount of support the County has shown them, but he felt that at a minimum $819.00 (as appropriated by the City) would be appropriate. Mr. Jones stated that the money they raise themselves cannot possibly pay for all the needs of the O.A.R. program, and that if they receive any less than requested from the County, it could seriously compromise their position. Mr. Stillwell noted that they would be incurring an additional expense for insurance, and that although they have been fairly successful in raising funds, many donations are probably "one shot items". Mr. Wheeler asked ~ if $819 would carry O.A.R. through June 30, 1975. Mr. Jones stated that this was correct. Mr. Wheeler then stated that Mr. Batchelor's recommendation of a 1/3 -- 2/3 policy be looked at in the new budget year, but recommended that at this time the Board c~nsi~er~p~ying the same amount as City Council; $819.00. Mr. Wood made motion to pay $819 of appropriated fund .A.R. Motion was seconded by Mr. Fisher. Mr. ~hacker commented that he could not support this motion, because he felt O.A.R. was a low priority compared with the many other commitments the County has to fund. Mr. Henley stated that he would support the $819 payment, but that he would not support $6,200 for the new year's budget. At this point role was called, and the motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Wheeler, and Wood. Mr. Thacker. Mr. Carwile. Mr. Wheeler requested that the Solid Waste Committee appointees be notified to attend a meeting to receive their charges. He recommended the meeting be scheduled for 4:00 P.M. on March 5, 1975. He stated that if any of the Board members had suggestions or changes, that they be present at that meeting. The next item before the Board was appointments to the Economic Development Commission. Mr. Wheeler noted that the names of Messrs. Jason Eckford, Cecil Smith, William Roudabush and William Thacker have been placed in nomination for this Commission. With this request, Mr. Fisher made motion to appoint the foregoing persons to the Economic Development Commission, with terms to expire on January 1, 1976. Motion was seconded by Mr. Wood, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler, and Wood. None. Mr. Carwile. Mr. Wheeler asked if any of the Board members had a nominee for the Airport Commission. No one had any names to submit, so this matter was deferred to the March 20th meeting. Mr. Wood presented a clarification of appointments to the Mental Health Board. Mr. WOod stated that he and Mr. Gilliam of the ~City Council have been meeting since December to try and establish terms of appointments for members of the Mental Health Board. He stated that pro- cedures had been lax in recording and confirming appointments. He also noted that there is a State-Code, which is interpreted that each jurisdiction in Region Ten must confirm each others appointments. He then proceeded to read the list of Board members as it presently stands, noting their term of office and if they are eligible for reappointment. He asked the Board to approve this list as read, and this will serve as the required confirmation. Name City/County Term Expires Eligibility Grace Ordel Isabel Palmer William T. Stevens Ann Wood James W. Grove Florence Lang Robert P. Hodous Alicia B. Lugo William Perkins Mary Wetsel Bettie Kienast Charles Perkins Joan Rothgeb Richard Sperry William Drucker EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS Lloyd F. Wood George H. Gilliam E. O. Gooch Marshall L. Watson Albemarle 12-31-75 No Albemarle 12-31-76 No Albemarle 12-31-76 No Albemarle 12-31-77 No City 12~i~t2~31-77 ~ One Term City 12-31-77 One Terms City 12-31-76 One Term City 12-31-75 One Term Fluvanna 12-31-76 One Term Greene 12-31-76 One Term Louisa 12-31-76 One Term Louisa 12-31-76 One Term Nelson 12-31-76 Two Terms Nelson 12-31-77 No University 12-31-76 One Term Albemarle City Fluvanna Greene 2-20-75 (Day) Mr. Wood requested a motion to confirm the list as had been presented. Motion was made by Mr. Thacker, seconded by Mr. Wood, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler, and Wood. None. Mr. Carwile. Continuing with Mental Health Board matters, Mr. Wood stated that in November Mrs. Ann Wood was appointed to another term which is due to expire December 31, 1977. After this appointment, correspondence was received from the Mental Health Board that Mr. Luther Waytes had resigned, so in December, the Board chose to appoint Mr. William Blucher to this vacated post. After Mr. Blucher's appointment was confirmed, it was discovered that this threw the balance between the County and the City off, giving the County five members and the City four. Mr. Wood concluded by stating it was necessary to rescind Mr. Blucher's appointment as of December 5, 1974. Mr. Wood then made motion to the Board to rescind the appointment of Mr. William Blucher to the Region Ten Mental Health Board. Second to this motion was made by Mr. Thacker, and was carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler, and Wood. None. Mr. Carwile. Mr. Wood then requested Miss Neher, Clerk to the Board, to give the Board thirty (30) days notice before any County appointee term is due to expire. This will allow them to give the other areas prior notice of whom they are considering to appoint. Mr. Wood also noted that they are requesting a ruling from the Attorney General's office as to whether the confirmation procedure is required by State Code. If the ruling comes that confirmation is required, the Mental Health Board plans to ask for legislation to change the Code so it does not require confirmation. Mr. Batchelor stated to the Board that it was brought to his attention that no term of office has been established for Jail Board members. Mr. Fisher recommended that either the Jail Board or an appointed committee try to work out a policy where there will be a rotation of members. Mr. Henley stated that it was on the agenda for the next meeting of the Jail Board, and that he would bring it up. The Board therefore deferred action until the March 20, 1975, meeting. Mr. Batchelor stated that Mr. Robert Sampson has represented the Board of Supervisors on the Monticello Community Action Board for the past few terms, and that he has requested the Board to consider another applicant. Mr. Wheeler asked for a motion to reappoint Mr. Sampson. Motion was made by Mr. Fisher, seconded by Mr. Thacker, and Mr. Robert Sampson was reappointed for the 1975 year by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler, Wood. None. Mr. Carwile. Mr. Ray Jones, Finance Department, and Sheriff George Bailey were present to discuss the possibility of licensing magazine salesmen. Mr. Ray Jones reported that the licensing of magazine salesmen would come under the pro- fessional section of the License Tax Code. He further stated that they would be considered an order taker, which would exempt the first $500 worth of business. He added that most often they do not do enough business to qualify under this rule. Mr. Batchelor quoted County Code Section 1915 that the County could charge a nominal fee for the required registration of salesmen. Mr. George Bailey stated that he has had approximately 126 salesmen register with his department to sell magazines. Of these 126 registered salesmen, he estimated 150 complaints registered against t'hem. He stated that he felt a tax would discourage many of these salesmen from coming into the County, as he felt sure they were not local people. Mr. Batchelor noted that the County could only impose a charge which would cover the County's cost to register these salesmen, it could not be a money making thing. He added that he did not feel it would deter the salesmen from operating in the County. Mr. Fisher proposed the use of some type of identification card, to be carried by the salesman to prove he is registered with the Sheriff's office. Mr. Bailey answered that he would like to see them have a receipt to indicate that they paid their license. Mr. St. John stated an identification card would possibly deter some salesmen, but others will possibly use the identification card to show endorsement from the Sheriff's Department. Mr. Fisher stated he felt having the salesmen's photograph taken and his signature on record in the Sheriff's office would be a oonsiderable deterrent to misuse the I. D. card. ~ Mr.~ Whee%e~ commented that he felt the Board was getting involved with law enforcement and this was the job of Mr. Bailey as Sheriff and the Commonwealth's Attorney. Mr. Bailey stated he felt the only thing that would work would be a license tax. Mr. St. John stated that a license tax would be struck down by the State Supreme Court, because it would be a money making venture. He reiterated that the County could only charge a fee commensurate with the actual cost of registration. Mr. Jones noted that ther'e was legislation pending before the State, Senate Bill #634, which allows a fee of $10.00 for door-to-door salesmen, exempting non-profit and church organ- izations. Mr. St. John asked if it would help the Sheriff's Department to photograph and fingerprint salesmen, and charge them $10.00 as a registration fee. Mr. Wheeler asked if an ordinance would be necessary. Mr. St. John stated that they would need to amend the present ordinance. 2-20-75 (Day) Mr. Wheeler asked the County Attorney to draft an ordinance for the Board to consider. He also asked what the Commonwealth's Attorney suggested doing in this matter. Mr. Bailey stated the Commonwealth's Attorney was in agreement, a fee should be imposed. Mr. Wheeler then requested Mr. Bailey to get the Commonwealth's Attorney to either meet or write the Board his opinion as to the enforcability of such an action. Mr. St. John stated he would send the Commonwealth's Attorney a copy of the suggested ordinance. Mr. Wheeler then requested this matter be carried over to the March 20th meeting, and requested the Sheriff and the Common- wealth's Attorney to be present. Mr. Batchelor presented to the Board requests for appropriations to be made to the School Board. The appropriation requests are as follows: Program for Gifted Special Education, Vocational Handicapped Program In-Service Education Donation Special Library Grant Vocational Education Projects Code #17bl-134al Code #17bl-134a2 Code #17bl-134b Code #1762-314.26 Code #17K-403 $ 9,000 12,220 9OO 2,000 23,766 $47,886 BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Albemarle County, Virginia, that $47,886 be, and the same hereby is, transferred from the School Operating Fund and coded to the above items. Motion to adopt the foregoing resolution was made by Mr. Fisher, seconded by Mr. Henley and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler. None. Mr. Carwile and Mr. Wood. Mr. Batche!or said during the course of construction of the Technical Center, the City and County were required to pay more than their total shares of the cost in order to have operating capital. When all accounts were settled and reimbursements completed, the county received a refund of $41,099.49 which was erroneously coded to Rents and Rebates. Since these were bond referendum funds for construction, the reimbursement should be reappropriated to the construction budget. Motion to adopt the following resolution was made by Mr. Fisher, seconded by Mr. Henley, and carried by the following recorded vote: BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Supervisors of Albemarle County, Virginia, that the sum of $41,099.49 be and the same is hereby transferred from account titled Rent and Rebates to account titled Construction. AYES: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler NAYS: None. ABSENT: Mr. Carwile and Mr. Wood. Refund of personal property taxes. Mr. Wood to adopt the following resolution. Motion was offered by Mr. Thacker, seconded by WHEREAS, the Assistant Director of Finance of Albemarle County, Virginia, has appeared before this Board and certified that an erroneous assessmen~ was made on a 1972 Yamaha Motor- cycle owned by Gregory C. Huffman; and WHEREAS, the County Attorney has examined supporting evidence and consents that such assessment was erroneous; NOW, THEREFORE, BT IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to the Code of Virginia, Section 58-1142, the Board of Supervisors of Albemarle County, Virginia, does hereby direct a refund of $17.02 be issued to Mr. Huffman. FURTHER, all supporting papers verifying this request are to be filed in the permanent records of the Board of Supervisors. The foregoing motion passed by the following recorded vote: AYES: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler, a~d Wood. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Mr. Carwile. ~Refund of personal property taxes. Motion was offered by Mr. Thacker, seconded by Mr. Henley to adopt the following resolution. WHEREAS, the Assistant Director of Finance of Albemarle County, Virginia, has appeared before this Board and certified that Elizabeth E. Holleman erroneously filed a personal property return in Albemarle County for the year 1974; Ms. Holleman being a resident of the City of Charlottesville; and WHEREAS, the County Attorney has examined supporting evidence and consents that such assessment was erroneous; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to the Code of Virginia, Section 58-1142, the Board of Supervisors of Albemarle County, Virginia, does hereby direct a refund of $11.10 be issued to Ms. Holleman. 2-20-75 (Day) The foregoing motion passed by the following recorded vote: AYES: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler, and Wood. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Mr. Carwile. Refund on real estate taxes. adopt the following resolution. Motion was offered by Mr. Wood, seconded by Mr. Thacker to WHEREAS, the Assistant Director of Finance of Albemarle County, Virginia, has appeared before this Board and certified that an erroneous assessment was made for the year 1973 on real estate owned by Ms. Mae H. Catterton and Mr. Edward P. Shurick; and WHEREAS, the County Attorney has examined supporting evidence and consents that such assessment was erroneous; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to the Code of Virginia, Section 58-1142, the Board of Supervisors of Albemarle County, Virginia, does hereby direct a refund of $27.73 be issued to Ms. Mae H. Catterton, and refund of $164.02 be issued to Mr. Edward P. Shrick. FURTHER, all supporting papers verifying these requests are to be filed in the permanent records of the Board of Supervisors. The foregoing motion passed by the following recorded vote: AYES: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler, and Wood. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Mr. Carwile. Mr. Batchelor presented to the Board requests for 1974 real estate tax refunds for the following County residents: Ms. Mae H. Catterton for $34.78; The Development Corporation of Virginia for $150.96; Carl & Olivia Drexler for $250.12; James & Joan Stevens for $35.52. Mr. Thacker noted that none of the aforementioned requests had been certified by the Assistant Director of Finance, and requested action on these items be deferred until certification was received. At Mr. Thacker's suggestion, Mr. Wheeler ordered the requests carried over until the required certification was received. Mr. Batchelor presented to the Board request for tax refund in the amount of $1280.10 for Stromberg-Carlson for the years 1971-72. Mr. Jim Bowling advised that it would not be nec- essary to advertise this request for refund, as the refund was due to a clerical error. Mr. Thacker again pointed out that this request did not contain certification from the Assistant Director of Finance, and requested that it also be carried over. Mr. Wheeler agreed with Mr. Thacker's recommendation, and ordered the request carried over, until such time as the required certification could be received. Mr. Batchelor requested a special appropriation in the amount of $3,000 for the tax refund account, as it was presently overdrawn. Motion was made by Mr. Wood to adopt the following resolution, which was seconded by Mr. Thacker, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler and Wood. None. Mr. Carwile. BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Albemarle County, Virginia, that the sum of $3,000.00 be and the same hereby is appropriated ~from the General Fund and coded as follows: 0-1001 for tax refunds. Mr. Ray Jones, Assistant Director of Finance requested the Board to revise the Ordinance regarding Tax Exemption for Elderly Persons. He explained that with the recently conducted reassessment, many elderly people who had qualified for this exemption last year no longer qualify. Mr. Thacker recommended that this be sent to the County Attorney's office to be revised and that the Board set a date for public hearing. With this recommendation, Mr. Thacker made motion to set March 20, 1975 at 10:00 a.m. as the date for public hearing to amend and re-enact Article VII, Sections 9-22 and 9-25 "Real Estate Tax Exemption for Elderly Persons" Motion was seconded by Mr. Wood, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler, and Wood. None. Mr. Carwile. Mr. Batchelor presented a request to amend the Equalization of Pay Ordinance with regard to the AirPort Commission. Miss Neher, Clerk to the Board, pointed out that County appointees are presently being paid for service, while City appointees are not. She also stated the Airport Commission Ordinance specifically stated that appointees are not to be compensated for services. Mr. Fisher pointed out that the County could not change the Airport Commission Ordinance, 2-20-75 (Day) Airport Commission members are not paid for services. Mr. Thacker made motion to hold a public hearing to amend the Equalization of Pay Ordinance to state that Airport Commission members shall not receive compensation from the County for their services; he suggested that March 20, 1975 at 10:15 a.m. be set as the time for the public hearing. Second to this motion was made by Mr. Fisher, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler, and Wood. None. Mr. Carwile. Statement of Expenses for the month of January, 1975, for the Departmyent of Finance, the Sheriff's Department, and the Office of the Commonwealth Attorney were presented. Motion for approval of this statement as presented was made by Mr. Wood, seconded by Mr. Henley, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Wheeler and Wood. None. Mr. Carwile and Mr. Thacker. Mr. Batche!or presented the Report of the County Executive for the month of December, 1974 as information. Mr. Batchelor presented Report of the Social Services Department for the month of December, 1974 in accordance with Virginia Code Section 63.1-52. _~--~ ~-.~ .~ Statement of Expenses incurred in maintenance and operation of the Joint Security Complex fo~ the month of January, 1975, was presented, along with statement of the Jail Physician and statement of Nurses' salaries. Mr. Fisher noted concern over the monthly bill for drugs used at the Joint Security Complex. Mr. Thacker asked that the next report show a comparison with prior year expenses. Motion was made by Mr. Fisher, seconded by Mr. Henley to approve the statements as presented. Motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler and Wood. None. Mr. Carwile. Statement of Salaries and expenses for Joint Security Complex for the month of January, 1975 was presented. Motion for approval of the report as presented was made by Mr. Henley, seconded by Mr. Wood, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler, and Wood. None. Mr. Carwile. Check No. I008655 dated December 30, 1974, payable to Wright and Nunnally in the amount of $75.00 was presented for cancellation; said check being a duplicate payment. Mr. Batchelor noted that duplicate payment occurred when the County Attorney's office called the School Board office to request payment after the School Superintendent had already made the request for payment. Motion to cancel check #008655 was made by Mr. Henley, seconded by Mr. Wood, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler, and Wood. None. Mr. Carwile. Check No. 1-008912 dated January 16, 1975, payable to Continental Trailways in the amount of $3.55 was presented for cancellation; said check being a duplicate payment. Mr. Batchelor noted that a shipment was picked up and Trailways charged freight. Subsequently, it was found that freight was also included in the vendor's price. Motion to cancel check #008912 was made by Mr. Thacker, seconded by Mr. Wood, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler and Wood. None. Mr. Carwile. Mr. Lloyd Wood presented a report on the possibility of using the Elks Club for the Juvenile Court. Mr. William Thacker abstained from discussions and vote on this matter. Mr. Wood reported that the committee wished to make sure that the building was structurally sound, and were therefore having the building tested by Mr. Dave Marks. Once Mr. Marks' report is received the Committee can finalize cost figures. Mr. Wood stated that they would required $1,150 from the County and a like amount from the City to pay for the structural analysis, architect fees and some engineering costs. In addition to the $1,150, the Committee will also need $2,615 to pay for the first 60 days of the option. Mr. Fisher stated that the Committee had listed steps required if the Elks Building was going to be used. First a report from a structural engineer would be required saying that the building was safe. The cost of such a report would be approximately $200. Mr. Fisher stated that it was his feeling that they should go no further until they are assured that the building is structurally sound. He also stated that it was the feeling of Judge Zehler and the City Council, that no further plans should be made until they are assured that the building will be vacated by the County Planning Department by January 1, 1976. Mr. Wheeler suggested that the Board appropriate only the money for the structural study, 2-20-75 (Day) After some additional discussion as to wh~ther or not the County will be able to vacate the Planning Department by January 1, 1976,~was made by Mr. Wood, seconded by Mr. Fisher, to adopt the following resolution. The motionS'carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Wheeler and Wood. NAYS: None. ABSTAIN: Mr. Thacker. ABSENT: Mr. Carwile. BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Supervisors of Albemarle County, Virginia, that the sum of $1,150.00 be and the same is hereby appropriated from the Revenue Sharing Fund and transferred to the General Operating--Capital Outlay Fund and coded to 19Z. Mr. Wheeler asked Mr. Batchelor for a report on the South Rivann~ River Reservoir study. Mr. Batchelor stated that the Rivanna Service Authority instructed their Director to prepare specifications to conduct this study; which will then be submitted to the Ad Hoc Committee for review and passed on to the Board for possible approval. Mr. Batchelor stated the report is expected around April 1st, and that as soon as it is received, it will be sent to the Board. There were no further comments on this study by any of the Board members. No one was present from the Zoning Department to present the Zoning Violations Report for the month of January, 1975. Mr. Wheeler requested that it be carried over until the March 5th meeting at 4:30 p.m., and requested that Mr. Hartwell Clarke be present at that time to present his report. Mr. Batchelor requested the Board to set a public hearing date to re-adopt the "B.O.C.A." Fire Prevention. Mr. Wheeler suggested the public hearing date be March 20, 1975 at 10:30 a.m. Motion was made by Mr. Thacker, seconded by Mr. Wood to hold public hearing on March 20, 1975 at 10:30 a.m. to re-adopt Chapter 6 of the Albemarle County Code Section 6-8 known as the Fire Prevention Code. Motion was carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler and Wood. None. Mr. Carwile. Mr. George St. John, County Attorney, presented a report on possible Southside Albemarle Bus Service. Mr. St. John stated that his report stems from a letter received by Mr. William Thacker from Mr. Kyle Allen, asking for assurance that if h~ starts a privately owned bus line in the Souths±de Albemarle County area, that he will be guaranteed exclusive rights to that territory and not be faced with competition. Mr. St. John stated that there is no way the County can give such assurances. He suggested that if such a business were to be started, owners would have to get a certificate of convenience and necassity from the State Corporation Commission, and that the County could not interfere with such a certificate. He also stated that the State had recently passed legislation stating that if a City or County feels that public transportation is necessary in their community, they themselves can operate such a service, either directly, or on a contractual basis. Mr.~ Thacker reviewed for the Board the chain of events leading to Mr. St. John's report. He stated that Mr. Allen had applied to the State Corporation Commission for a franchise to operate a bus line. Mr. Allen was concerned about competition taking over his suggested route. Mr. Frederick Payne, Deputy County Attorney, stated that in order to obtain a certificate of convenience and necessity from the State Corporation Commission, the person applying must show that there is no adequate service in that area. Therefore, if Mr. Allen were to receive this certificate, no other bus line could (unless Mr. Allen were not doing a proper job) show the necessity for additional bus service in that area. Mr. Payne therefore concluded that Mr. Allen had safety under the State Corporation Commission laws. Mr. Thacker stated that he would transmit this information to Mr. Allen. A report from the Fire Station Committee was scheduled on the agenda for this time, but Mr. Wood reported that it was not yet completed. This report was rescheduted for discussion at the March 5, 1975, meeting. Mr. Batchelor requested the Board to set a public hearing date to amend and re-enact Section 2-4 of the Albemarle County Code relating to composition of the Planning Commission; thus eliminating the County Executive as an ex-officio member. Mr. Fisher pointed out that this Ordinance also sets compensation for members of the Planning Commission, and felt this should also be changed at the same time. Mr. Thacker stated that he saw no problem in advertising the Ordinance as proposed by Mr. Batchelor, and made motion to advertise Section 2-4 for public hearing on March 20, 1975 at 10:30 a.m. Second was made by Mr. Henley, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Messrs. Fisher, Henley, ThaCker, Wheeler and Wood. None. Mr. Carwi!eo Miss Lettie Neher, Clerk to the Board of Supervisors, was present to request approval for purchase of additional amplifyin~g equipment for use at Board meetings. She stated that the system presently in use is not adequate to pick up voices of all the Board members plus comments from the public. Mr. Fisher stated that the one complaint most frequently received by him from the public was the fact that they could not hear what Board members were saying during meetings in the Courthouse. 2-20-75 (Day Mr. Wheeler added that he has tried to get Board members to speak louder, but it hasn't helped, and he was willing to support the request to purchase eight microphones and~ixer. At this point, motion for approval of the request to purchase the additional amplifying equipment was made by Mr. Wood, seconded by Mr. Thacker, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Messrs. 'Fisher, Henley, Thacker, Wheeler and Wood. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Mr. Carwile. The next item before the Board was a request for approval to file a .preliminary appli- cation for a Community Development Grant. Mr. Batchelor said the staff had received informa- tion from H.U.D. on the criteria and procedures for this application about three weeks ago. The staff held a meeting to decide what should be considered in this application. Preappli- cation for 1974-75 funds must be submitted to H.U.D. no later than March 1. If the preappli- cation is approved, then a complete, formal application is to be submitted by May 15. Although, almost any type of community development project will quality, projects meeting one or both of the following conditions will receive priority status: 1) projects which meet the needs of low or moderate income areas; or 2) projects to correct major public health or safety problems. The staff therefore recommends priorities as follows: 1974-74 funding: 1) Scottsville water and sewer distribution system improvements, cost estimated at $393,740; or 2) crozet water and sewer distribution system improvements; cost estimated at $490,300. 1975-76 funding: 1) Reservoir study, cost estimated at $200,000; 2) low and moderate cost housing staff, estimated at $30,000; 3) fire station, estimated at $400,000. 1976-77 funding: capital outlay for a county-wide refuse collection system, no cost estimated at this time. Mr. Batche!or noted that for the 1974-75 year there is only $6.5 million for the whole State. The next year there will be $8 million and the year after that $17 million. He requested~the Board to authorize sub- mitting application on the Scottsville and Crozet water and sewer distribution system improvem- ents, stating this is not a commitment. If funded, it would be 100% funding. Mr. Fisher countered vehemently by saying that there is no way the Board can act respon- sibly on matters which are brought up in this manner (not having received information before today.). He felt that any application made Will be taken as an absolute and the Board would not be able to get out of any such commitment. Mr. Batchelor said the information was late coming to the staff. Mr. Thacker agreed partly with Mr. Fisher but said he has seen this same thing happen in other localities and felt the Board should file the preapplication in order to keep their options open~ He then offered motion to authorize the filing of this application. Mr. Wood said this is very important to two sections of the county where there is an obvious need for improving facilities and it would be difficult to fund this with local money. He gave second to Mr. Thacker's motion. Mr, Henley said the item listed for Crozet is already on the drawing board. Mr. Batchelor said yes, but if this money is obtained, there will be no need to spend local money on this project. If the funds are not obtained, the Service Authority will have to sell bonds to pay for the improvements. Mr. J. Harvey Bailey, County Engineer, stated that the Crozet system was studied by the Rivanna Water & Sewer Authority, and some of their recommendationS are included in the report presented to the Board. At this point, role was called, and motion to approve submitting the preliminary appli- cation to H.U.D. was carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Messrs. Henley, Thacker, Wheeler and Wood. Mr. Fisher. Mr. Carwile. Mr. Batchelor requested the Board to set a date to handle appointment of two represen- tatives and an appropriation in the amount of $2,286.15 for the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Agency on Aging. .He stated that they would like a decision by March 14th. Mr. Wheeler ordered that this request be taken up at the March i2, 1975, meeting of the Board. Mr. Wheeler requested Board members to be prepared to submit names for nomination to the Leaf Disposal Committee by March 5, 1975. He stated that he presently'had the names of Mr. Robert Brugh, Mr. Kelly Reynolds, and Mrs. 0pal David, ~and that he needed at least two more. Mr. Thacker brought to the Board's attention that Senate Bill 552 has passed. This bill requires that all tax exempt property in the State now be assessed. This bill wilZ require the addition of one full-time appraiser for Albemarle County and the County receives no benefit from this additional work. Mr. Wheeler said there is evidently a tendency in Richmond not to raise taxes but to pass laws whereby the localities pay. This needs to be worked on. Mr. Thacker also noted that House Bill 1307 requires that mobile homes be taxed on the same basis as real property. This bill has passed the house. It could result in a loss of revenue for this County of $50,000~ plus requiring the hiring of a second full-time appraiser and would effect the County's proposed 1975-76 budget. The legislation on the floor becomes effective June 1, 1975 and could mean about 15~ on the County's tax rate. Mr. Thacker said the citizens come, in about the cost of local government and they are getting zapped by the State and Federal governments. Mr. Wheeler stated that the Board will have to start work on the Budget for Fiscal Year 1975-76, and that he hoped Work sessions would be concluded during the month of March. (Day) Mr. Thacker suggested back-to-back meetings over a period of one or two weeks and conclude the work sessions by mid-March. It was suggested by Mr. Wheeler to hold the first budget work session on March 6, 1975, at 7:30 in the County Office Building to discuss Revenues and the County School Board budgets, and he requested the Clerk to notify all personnel involved in these budget discussions. Miss Neher pointed out to the Board that the meeting on March 5, 1975, will have to be a "Special Meeting", and appropriate letters will have to be signed by two supervisors. She stated that the reason the March 5 meeting will have to be a special session is because the February 26th meeting is not cancelled until the day of the 26th. Mr. Wheeler stated that he and Mr. Carwile would sign the letters to hold a special meeting on March 5, 1975, at 4:00 p.m. Meeting was adjourned at 12:35 P.M. Chairman Regular meeting of the Board of Supervisors scheduled for 7:30 P.M. on February ~6, 1975, was cancelled by the Board onJ~ 2~, 1975. Several members of the Board will be out of town on that date. This meeting was rescheduled for March 5, 1975. 3-5-?5 Pursuant to the following notice which was hand delivered on February 28, 1975, the Board of Supervisors of Albemarle County, Virginia, met in special session at 4:00 P.M. on March 5, 1975, in the Board Room of the County Office Building, Charlottesville, Virginia, with the following members: Present: Messrs. Stuart F. Carwile, Gerald E. Fisher, J. T. Henley, Jr., William C. Thacker, Jr~ Gordon~L. Wheeler and Llo~yd F. Wood, Jr. Absent: None. Officers present: St. John. County Executive, T. M. Batchelor, Jr., and County Attorney, George R. "This is to give notice of special meeting called by Mr. Stuart F. ~arwile and Mr. Gordon L. Wheeler for the purpose of discussing the following items: 1- Charge the Resource Recovery Study Commission with their duties. 2- Appoint a Leaf Committee. 3- Hear a report from the Fire Station Committee. 4- Hear a report on Zoning Violations for January, 1975. 5- Hear a report from the committee studying use of the Elk's Building as a Juvenile Court Facility. 6- Make certain real estate tax refunds. 7- Hear a request for a restricted road for the Mary White Estate. 8- Make special appropriations for the purchase of the Library site and the Bicentennial Utility lines. 9- Hear a request from the developer of Brookwood Subdivision for a waiver of minimum lot requirements. 10-Hold a public hearing on SP-443, Innesfree, Inc. ll-Hold a public hearing on SP-446, Holy Comforter Church. 12-Hold a public hearing on ZMP-316, Holy Comforter Church. 13-Hold a public hearing on an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance relating to home occupations. !4-Hold a public hearing on an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance relating to go-cart and trail bike tracks. 15-Hold a public hearing on an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance relating to retail sales and service of fire extinguishers and safety and security products. "Messrs. Carwile and Wheeler have asked that this meeting be held at 4:00 P.M. on Wednesday, March 5, 1975, in the Board Room of the County Office Building, Charlottesville, Virginia. The Board will adjourn to the Courthouse for those matters which are the subject of public hearings." The first item on the agenda was a meeting with the recently appointed Resource Recovery Study Commission. Opening remarks were made.by Dr. Frank Hereford, President, University of Virginia; Charles R. Barbour, Mayor, City of Charlottesville; and Gordon L. Wheeler, Chairman, Board of Supervisors. Members of the committee present were: C.E. Anderson, Lawrence Brunton and Polly Buxton, City appointees; Preston A. Coiner and Darlene S. Samsell, County appointees; John E. Gibson and Henry L. Kinnier, University of Virginia appointees. Absent were: Robert Hogue, County appointee and Joseph E. Gibson, University appointee. Mr. Wheeler noted the following charge which was presented to the Commission in writing: "The primary objective of the .Resource Recovery StUdy Commission is the exploration of some system'whereby potential energy and/or salvageable .materials may be r~covered from the solid wastes that are generated by the Albemarle-Charlottesville area, on an economic basis. In particular, the feasibility of energy recovery use by the University of Virginia is of primary interest. Phase one of this task should include the following: