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1977-04-27April 27, 1977 (Adjourned from April 25, 1977) An adjourned meeting of the Board of Supervisors of Albemarle County, Virginia, was held on April 27, 1977, at 7:30 P.M. in the Auditorium of Albemarle High School, Charlottesville, Virginia; said meeting being adjourned from April 25, 1977. (Notice of a change in meeting place was advertised in The Daily Progress on April 18 and April 25, 1977. The budget was advertised on April 12, 1977.) Present: Mrs. Opal D. David and Messrs. Lindsay G. Dorrier, Jr., Gerald E. Fisher, J. T. Henley, Jr., Anthony Iachetta, and W. S. Roudabush. Officers Present: Guy B. Agn~r, Jr., County Executive; Ray B. Jones, Director of Financ George BaiZey, Sheriff; Robert Tucker, Jr., Director of Planning; J. Benjamin Dick, Zoning Administrator; Peter Daly, Housing Coordinator; J. Harvey Bailey, ~o~nty Engineer; Clarence McClure, Superintendent of Schools; Bill Bradshaw, Director of Real Estate Assessments and Land Use; Hartwell C!aHke, Director of Inspections; Calvin Jones, Director of Purchasing; Karen Morris, Director of Social Services; Kelly Reynolds, Fire Marshal; and George St. John, County Attorney. Meeting was called to order at 7:40 P.M., by the Chairman, Mr. Fisher who explained the process by which the budget being presented at this meeting was prepared. He requested Mr. Agnor to introduce county employees in attendance and present the budget advertised for the public hearing. Mr. Agnor explained the lengthy process by which the county staff prepares the figures for presentation in this budget. He then noted that the figures agreed upon will be adopted in the form of an appropriation ordinance subject to amendment. He stated that the bulk of revenues required to support this budget are obtained from local property taxes. The remainder of the required funds are obtained from such sources as local sales and business taxes; as well as state and federal taxes. Mr. Agnor then reviewed the categories of major county expenditures. He emphasized the concern of the Board and the efforts of the county staff in preparing a budgat which reflected no major increases, and a general cut of about $250,000. Mr. Fisher asked if any board members had questions of Mr. Agnor. Dr. Iachetta said he noted differences in figures from some presented in the printed budget book from those on the summary sheet. Mr. Agnor said those changes are a result of the work sessions held by the Board. Mr. Dorrier noted ~he proposed tax rate as being 725 per $100 of evaluation for real estate, changing from the current rate of $4.80. Mr-. Agnor noted the significant difference is the result of a ahange in assessment from a 15% ratio to a 100% ratio. Personal property is to be assessed the same and is recommended for $5.90 per ~100 of evaluation. Mr. Fisher requested that ~categories be discussed as presented in the budget summary. He opened the public hearing as~king if anyone from the public wished to speak on the category of General Management and Support of County Operations. No one from the public wished to speak on t~is first subject, and Mr. Fisher moved on to category number two, Human Development. Ms. Vivian Gordan, Chairperson of the Monticello Area Community Action Agency first explained the purpose of her organization. Mr. Ken Ackerman, Executive Director of the Agency, presented a MACCA Budget Summary to the Board. (On file in the Clerk's Office.) He attempted to emphasize the effectiveness of the agency by the number of referrals received from United' Way and local Social Service agencies in supplying employment, food and home fuels and repairs to ~eedy Albemarle County families. Next to speak was Ms. Jea~ Biggar, Chairperson of the Jefferson Area Board for Aging, who discussed the services her organization performed for the elderly in the county. Exampl~ of such services were transportation, food programs, raferral services, recreational facilities, etc. She then requested the Board's support of their budget in the amount of $2,940.00; an increase of ~54.00 No one else wished to speak on the general item Human Development, and Mr. Fisher asked if there was anyone from the public who wished to speak on the subject of Public Safety. First to speak was Mr.. Richard ~ania who wished to know if the Board proposed to support the hiring of three additional deputies even if not supported by the.~State Compensation Board. Mr. Fisher replied by saying that the State Compensation Board had not been asked to support the additional deputies yet, and if they refuse, an alternative will be discussed at that time. No one else wished to speak on the subject of Public Safety, and Mr. Fisher moved the Board's attention to the subject of Education. First to speak from the public on this subjec was Mr. Eugene Norton, President of the Albemarle Education Association, representing the teachers of Albemarle County. He asked Mr. Agnor if the percentage of the budget allocated for support of the schools was unusually high for this county. Mr. Agnor said he did not feel it was unusually high. Mri. Norton then stated that the School Board had already lowered the proposed school budget below what the teachers felt was needed. He wished the Board to know that the teachers owe a service to their families as well as their students, and that the proposed salary increases in the budget were insufficient wit~ the current level of the cost of living index. Mr. Fisher replied by saying that Dr. Iachetta had already sp~kan out in favor of revamping the salary structure for teachers, and added that he did not think the Board had intentions of additional cuts in the proposed School budget. Ms. Kathy Gilman, speaking for the League of Women Voters, said the League supported the budget, and especially supported the request for six resource teachers, and added that th highest priority of the budget must be the academic achievement of each child. She also urged the Board to support a more substantial raise in salary to those teachers who have seniority with the school system. Ms. Jane Biltonen, read a statement prepared by Ms. CaroI Weber, President of the Wo0dbrook P.T.O. (On file in the Clerk's Office) The statement requested the Board to review the proposed salary increases for teachers in the school system. She said those April 271~ourned f~r~o~_~.'_ '~ h--~'7-)~ teachers with the most tenure should be more substantially rewarded for their services. she requested that all schools in the county be supplied with a resource teacher to aid children with learning difficulties. Also A citizen (no name given) requested the Board to support the addition of six resource teachers to the budget, and also the support of all remedial programs proposed, as she felt it was of absolute necessity to those children from underpriviledged homes. Mr. Allan Freeman requested the Board to support greater salary increases for teachers above those recommended in the proposed budget. Mr. Fisher asked him if he felt the precenta of experienced teachers in the Albemarle county schools was substantially lower than other areas in Virginia. Mr. Freeman said he was not sure of the current statistics, but felt if it remained constant with the pas~ statistics, it was definitely out of line. Dr. Iachetta questioned how many teachers leave Albemarle County schools each year because of reasons othe~ than low pay scale. Mrz Freeman said he ccuId not say, but he knew of many who did leave because of the pay scale. Mr. Bob Merrill asked how much of the schools budget was being used to teach "secular humanism" which he defined as being the worship of man instead of God. He rsquested the appointment of a committee by the Board to study this problem in the county school system. Mr. R. Lynwood Coffman wished to address the moral quality of education as well as the academic. He accused the school system of teaching such subjects as the advantages of homosexuality, same-sex marriages and adoption of children into such marriages, and support of abortions. He stated that by the 'Board's support of this proposed budget, they also supported these views, and said they were coercing the public taxpayer into also supporting these ideas. Mr. Fisher responded by saying the Board was meeting to discuss money, but that they would certainly take his comments into consideration. No one else wished to speak to the category of Education, and Mr. Fisher said the next discussion .should be regarding the general budget and general tax structure. First to speak was Ms. Virginia Griswold, speaking for herself and the Board of Directors of the League of Women V~ters. She complimented Mr. Guy B. Agnor on his handling of the budget work sessions, and his general handling of the county administration. Mr. Bob Merrill said the proposed tax rate of 726 will make a large tax dollar increase to each taxpayer because of the reassessment of real property~ He said this increase will make it very difficult for many of the taxpayers to meet their other obligations. No one else had comments of a general nature, and Mr. Fisher asked if anyone wished to speak on any subject already covered before the public hearing was officially closed. Mr. Emilio Orza, an outreach worker for Community Action introduced one of his clients, Mrs. Barn~ Mrs. Alma Barnett said she was from the North Garden Senior Citizens Club, and that the Community Action people transported her to and from this activity three times a week so she could help in the projects used for making money to aid those with fixed incomes. She urged the Board to support this agency. No one else from the public wished to speak on any-matter regarding the proposed budget, and Mr. Fisher officially closed the public hearing. He said a final work session on the budget was scheduled for Wednesday May 4, 1977, and adoption of the budget will be during the meeting of May llth. He then asked the board if they felt the work session was needed. Dr. Iachetta said he thought the Board had requested the School Board to rework its budget during the work session, and said new figures had not been received. Mr. Fisher directed that question to Mr. Carl Van Fossen, who said the School Board looked into its budget, but did not wish to make any changes. Dr. Iachetta said he felt very strongly that the salary scale needed to be adjusted and that there were probably a number of areas where the School Board could rearrange money within the present total figure. Mr. Dorrier said he was impressed with Mr. Agnor's thoroughness in dealing with the total budget and also with the School Board!s handling of the Budget. He said he would support rearranging the School budget toward a greater increase in salaries for career employees and felt that a 3% increase was not sufficient. Dr. Iachetta asked Mr. Van Fossen for more specific details on where funds would come fro~ in the School Budget if cuts are made or additional salary increases are granted. Mr. Van Fossen said a cut can be made in the area of life insurance, and approximately $60,000 can be spread throughout the rest of the budget. After considerable debate between Mr. Van Fossen and Dr. Iachetta concerning the propose school board's budget and the possibility of rearranging funds to increase teachers salaries, Mr. Fisher suggested they meet along with other members of the school board sometime before May 11, and try to resolve the matter. It was the consensus of the Board not to have any further work sessions to discuss the budget before May llth. Mr. Fisher then thanked alt who participated in the hearing tonight, and called a five minute recess at 9:30 P.M. after which other business would be discussed. Agenda Item #3. Reorganization of Building Inspections Department. Mr. Agnor recommended first that the Pay and Classification Plan have added to it a new position entitled "Building Official" with a salary range of 21 ($13,773 - $17,591), BUILDING OFFICIAL Definition To interpret and enforce the provisions of the basic building code; and to do related work as required. Typical Tasks Supervises the work of inspections; reviews plans and specifications for t o April 27, 1977 (Adjourned from April 25, 1977) of permits required by the code; conducts inspections when needed; enforces compliance with the provisions of the code; issues necessary certificates, notices or orders to insure the safety, health, and general welfare of the public. Employment Standards Any combination of education and experience equivalent to five years building experience as a building inspector, contractor or superintendent of building construction, or licensed pr¢- fessional engineer or architect; three years of which experience ~shall have been in responsible charge of work. Knowledge of building construction materials, methods and practices; ability to detect structural and other faults and to recommend their correction; ability to read and interpret plans and specifications accurately and to compare them with construction in progress; ability to maintain effective working relationships with building owners and contractors. secondly the current position of "Director of Inspections" be revised from a range of 27 ($18,474 - $23,569) to a range of 23 ($15,182 - $19,395)~ DIRECTOR OF INSPECTIONS Definition In conformance with agency policies and procedures, to plan, organize and direct the field inspection activities related to the control of County and private development; ~o perform responsible administrative work in directing all operations of the Inspections Department; and to do related work as required. Typical Tasks Plans, coordinates, and administers the enforcement of all-County building, zoning, electrical, plumbing, and gas codes; coordinates the inspection and standards and specification enforcement related to site plan work, installation of sanitary sewer systems; reviews the work of subordinates engaged in inspect'ion and ~nforcement activities; confers with engineers and contractors regarding design 'and construction problems; coordinates the functions of the Department with other divisions of the department and other County and State agencies; provides clerical and technical assistance to the various boards; provides for the necessary records of the Department, including the monthly and annual report of its activities, and other reports as necessary; compiles the Department budget; participates in hearings and conferences. Employment Standards Any combination of education and experience equivalent to two years of college and five years experience in construction industry adminis-' tration, three years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity. Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices; knowledge of building materials and practices in t~he structural, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, street and road building, and public utilities f%eld; knowledge of fire safety; knowledge of the basic building code, the national plumbing code; knowledge of the Virginia State highway standards and specifications; knowledge of the County subdiv.ision control ordinance, County sanitary sewer standards and speciflications; ability to plan and administer the work of a large inspection division; ability to maintain effective and courteous relations wlth~ the public and other County officialS. Mr. Agnor next recommended that Mr. Hartwell Clark be appointed as the Building Official with a salary of $15,945, and that Mr. Robert Vaughan be promoted and appointed Director of Inspections with a salary of $15,182 (the beginning step of his new position), effective May 1, 1977. Motion was then Offered by Dr. Iachetta, seconded by Mr. Henley to accept Mr. Agnor's recommendations. There being no further discussion, roll was called, and motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: Mrs. David, and Messrs. Dorrier, Fisher, Henley, Iachetta and Roudabush. None. Agenda Item #4. Rann Preserve Site Plan. Mr. Fisher noted that this matter had been deferred from a meetiU~ of April 6, 1977. He added that Charlottesville City Council had reviewed and concurred in its approval of Preliminary site plan #2. Mr. Gray Gentil (Parks Department) described the changes made. Mr. Fisher said the site plan can be approved with the exception of the specific location of the comfort station and any revisions due to further reviews~in Richmond. Mrs. David then offered approval of Preliminary Site Plan #2 (subject to review by the Bureau of Outdoor Recr~eation). Motion was seconded by Dr. Iachetta. There was no further discussion, and motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Mrs. David, Messrs. Dorrier, Fisher, Henley, !achetta and Roudabush. NAYS: None. April 27, 1977 (Adjourned from April 25, 1977)~ Agenda Item #5. Order public hearing on revised Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Fisher said this is in follow up to a meeting held on Monday night April 25. Mr. Agnor said arrangements have been made for the meeting to be held at Jack Jouett School on May 16, 1977, at 7:30 P.M. Motion was then offered by Dr. Iachetta to hold the joint public hearing with the Planning Commission at the above location and time. Motion was seconded by Mr. Roudabush, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: Mrs. David, Messrs. Dorrier, Fisher, Henley, Iachetta and Roudabush. None. Agenda Item #6. Resolution to City Council: Route 29 North. Dr. Iachetta said he would like the resolution to specifically state that the Board had an interest in the review process because of the impact the new. Fashion Mall w~ll have on County traffic. Motion was then offered by Dr. Iachetta to adopt the following resolution: WHEREAS the Board of Supervisors of Albemarle County, Virginia, is very concerned about the traffic probiems on Route 29 North; and WHEREAS in an effort to alleviate some of these concerns this Board has scheduled a public hearing on a proposal to amend the Albemarle County Zoning Ordinance to provide for service roads on Route 29 North and is requesting the Virginia Department of Highways and Transportation to conduct a study of limited access routes for future use as alt'ernatives to Route 29 North; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of Albemarle County, Virginia does hereby request the Charlottesville City Council and the Charlottesville City Planning Commission to allow this Board and the Albemarle County Planning Commission to pro¥ide input to the site plan review process for the Fashion Mall, particularly regarding its impact on the traffic problems of Route 29 North and the general area. The motion was seconded by Mr. Roudabush. There being no further discussion, roll was called and motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: Mrs. David and Messrs. Dorrier, Fisher, Henley, Iachetta and Roudabush. None. Mr. Roudabush then offered motion that the following resolution be forwarded to. the Resident Highway Engineer: WHEREAS, the Albemarle County Board of Supervisors is in the process of reviewing the County's Comprehensive Plan; and WHEREAS, the consultants, in their preliminary draft of the revised Plan, have recommended that a limited access highway be con- structed northward from the Route 250 By-pass to the Hollymead community area; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of Albemarle County, V~rginia, does hereby request the Virginia Department of Highways and Transportation to begin an immediate study and evaluation of this proposal, with a report to this Board as soon as possible; the study to ba conducted using available Highway Department funds. Motion was seconded by Dr. Iachetta, and after brief discussion, roll was called and motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: NAYS: Mrs. David, Messrs. Dorrier, Fisher, Henley, Zachetta and Roudabush. None. Claims against the County for the month of April were presented, examined, allowed and certified to the Director of Finance for payment and charged against the following funds: Commonwealth of Virginia--Current Credit Account General Fund School Fund School Construction Capital Outlay Fund Textbook Fund Joint Security Complex Fund Town of Scottsville-l% Local Sales Tax Federal Revenue Sharing Fund $ 32,611.50 205,243.55 1,420,051.00 130,284.01 197.50 65,608.57 104.99 53,792.47 $ 2,107,893.59 At 10:02 P.M., Mr. Fisher declared the meeting adjourned.