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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-12-98:~4ay 12 , 1998 9791 Minutes of Town Council meeting held May 12, 1998, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers in the Municipal Building. There were present: Mayor John A. Johnston, presiding Council Members: James M. Neblett, Lane R. Penn, Bettye H. Steger, Charles W. Stewart, W. Edgar Hale, Joseph L. Weddle, Pauline G. Mitchell Also Present: Frank Terwilliger, Town Attorney Thomas M. Combiths, Town Manager David N. Quesenberry, Asst. to the Town Manager Patricia Pendergrast, Clerk Visitors: Tom Hawley Matt Stevens Frances V iars Janet Burchett Melissa Perkins Mike Harsch Margaret Vaughan B. J. Angle Mary Goad King Chan Devon Ramsey Rebecca Rogers Crystal Reynolds Kristin Vaughn Paul Dellinger, Press J. R. Schrader, Press The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Johnston. Councilman Hale led the Pledge of Allegiance and Councilman Neblett gave the Invocation. Following roll call, Councilman Penn made a motion to approve the minutes of April 7, 1998 and April 14, 1998, with the stipulation that the petitions presented at the Apri17, 1998 meeting regarding Planning Commission Case 98-90RZ, be attached to the official minute book as stated in the minutes, seconded by Councilman Weddle and carried on the following recorded vote: Mr. Neblett -Aye Mr. Penn -Aye Mrs. Steger -Aye Mr. Stewart -Aye Mr. Hale -Aye Mr. Weddle - Aye Mrs. Mitchell - Aye Mr. Bolen - Absent Next item on the agenda was consideration of Resolution 98-16, Honoring the Quality and Productivity of Pulaski Community Hospital. Mr. Combiths advised that this resolution was presented to Pulaski Community Hospital in recognition of an award presented by Senator's Warner and Robb to the hospital. The hospital received an award of accreditation with commendation from the Association of Health Care Organizations at their inspection. Councilwoman Steger made a motion to adopt Resolution 98-16, Honoring the Quality and Productivity of Pulaski Community Hospital, seconded by Councilman Weddle and carried. Resolution 98-16 1 9792 May 12, 1998 Next item on agenda was a Public Hearing on Planning Commission Case 98-92CU, a request from Retirement Unlimited, Inc., to modify a room at the Pulaski Retirement Planning Community for the purpose of providing rehabilitative services to residents of the facility. Commission Mr. Quesenberry advised that the Retirement Center's request would not involve any construction or alteration of the structure. The Center just wants to place exercise equipment in an already existing room. The equipment would only be used by residents of the facility. This would be a modification of a Conditional Use. Planning Commission has recommended approval of this request. Mr. Tom Hawley questioned whether the services would be paid for by insurance and the possible financial effects to the patient. Mike Harsch advised that the facilities would be available to residents only. Ordinance After discussion, Councilwoman Steger made a motion to adopt Ordinance 98-8, 98-8 approving a conditional use for establishing a rehabilitation center at the Pulaski Retirement Community, 2401 Lee Highway, seconded by Councilman Penn and carried on the following recorded vote: Mr. Neblett -Aye Mr. Penn -Aye Mrs. Steger -Aye Mr. Stewart -Aye Mr. Hale -Aye Mr. Weddle -Aye Mrs. Mitchell -Aye Mr. Bolen -Absent Next item on agenda was Comments from the Public. Matt Stevens addressed Council Nuisance with concerns regarding property at 210 Fourth Street, NW, stressing junk, rats, noise and verbal abuse by the resident. Tom Hawley confirmed Mr. Stevens comments. After discussion, Mr. Combiths advised that he would check into the situation and report back to Council. UTILITIES COMMITTEE: Chairman Neblett advised that Utilities Committee met Apri120, 1998 and discussed Sewer extension of sewer service to two residences on Lowmoor Avenue whose septic systems have failed. Committee recommended no action until connection fees are received and the item receives funding from the Capital Improvements Program-Sewer Fund. Committee also reviewed a request from Magnox for a reduction in testing for monitoring Magnox emissions into the sanitary sewer. Pepper's Ferry Wastewater Treatment Authority has consented to the reduced testing schedule. Committee recommended to Council that the reduction in testing be allowed with the Town retaining the right to reimpose the old schedule of testing should it prove necessary. PUBLIC OPERATIONS COMMITTEE: Chairman Penn advised that Public Operations Committee met April 20,1998 and discussed several issues: Bertha Concerning continuing problems with water runoff from Bertha Street onto Street adjacent areas, Committee recommended meeting with affected property owners and that run-off a ditch-line with appropriate pipe be installed on the west side of Bertha Street to aid in diverting water flow away from the east side of the street. Concerning drainage problems on Graham Street, it was recommended that staff contact residents in the area to continue working on a policy to address the problem. Drainage The Committee also recommended to Council that Stuart Lane be included on the Paving paving list since it is the primary egress for two residences in the area. Regarding Mimi Anne's request to place tables and chairs on Main Street in addition to a bike rack, it was decided to study placing the bike rack in a parking space 2 May 12, 1998 9793 provided by the Parking Authority as well as placing additional racks at the Train Station and perhaps near the Courthouse. Clean up Councilwoman Steger advised Council that the second Clean Up campaign is on Saturday, the 16th of May. She stated that attendance was very small for the May 2 campaign and complimented Mr. Combiths and his wife and children for cleaning Edgehill Drive. Councilman Penn advised that Public Operations Committee requested additional traffic data before recommending a reprioritization of road funding from Pepper's Ferry Road Road to Bob White Boulevard. funding Committee instructed staff to inquire as to the donation of land at MacGill Street and Newbern Road and to prepare further cost analysis of the Valley Road project. Land donation Councilwoman Mitchell made a motion recommending approval of the Episcopal Church's request to encroach on Town property to install a handicapped access ramp for parishioners, seconded by Councilman Penn and carried on the following recorded vote: Mr. Neblett -Aye Mr. Hale -Aye Mr. Penn -Aye Mr. Weddle -Aye Mrs. Steger -Aye Mrs. Mitchell -Aye Mr. Stewart -Aye Mr. Bolen -Absent Chairman Penn advised that a request for allowing double-container tractor trailers on certain roads in the Town limits had been received. Staff will forward more information as received. Encroachment) ORDINANCE COMMITTF.F.~ Chairman Steger had no report, but requested that Council consider adopting an Ordinance ordinance prohibiting or limiting the number of unlicensed cars to households and hold discussion in the near future. CRIME CONTROL REPORT: Councilwoman Steger had no report, but advised that the next meeting would be held May 13,1998. She advised that the walking trail at Dora Highway is in operation. FINAN COMMITT .R Chairman Stewart advised that Finance Committee met May 6, 1998 to begin review of the proposed FY 1998-99 budget. Economic Development, Engineering, Police, and Budget Finance Departments were covered, as well as Water and Sewer Department. He advised that water and sewer rates will not increase this year. Chairman Stewart advised that Finance Committee also met May 12, 1998 and reviewed Public Works and Parks and Recreation Departments proposed budgets. PLANNING OMMISSinN RFPnRT• Councilman Stewart advised that Planning Commission met on May 11, 1998 for a work session to discuss approaches to updating the current Zoning Ordinance. Following Zoning discussion, the Commission decided to begin an in-house review of the Zoning Ordinance in a manner similar to the Comprehensive Plan. Councilman Stewart made a motion for Council to refer Planning Commission Case No. planning 98-93CU, a request from the Randolph House for a conditional use permit to allow the Commission Head Start Program to locate in former doctors offices at the facility, to Planning Commission for the next Commission meeting on June 8, 1998, seconded by Councilman Penn and carried. Councilman Stewart also made a motion for Council to refer Planning Commission Case No. 98-94SUB, a request from homeowners on Cardinal Drive, Alan Groseclose, agent; for a resubdivision of 3.5412 acres between Cardinal Drive and Oakhurst Avenue with 3 9794 May 12, 1998 additional parcels added to the present homeowner's property, to Planning Commission for the next Commission meeting on June 8, 1998, seconded by Councilman Penn and carried. HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE: Chairman Hale had no report. MAYOR'S REPORT: Mayor Johnston advised that Council members attended the VML regional meeting on May 8, 1998 in Wytheville and reviewed 1998 legislation and bills as they affect towns. Pi 1BLIC SAFETY~OMMITTEE: Safety Chairman Penn advised that Committee met May 11 for an organizational meeting. Next meeting will be June 8, 1998. '),OWN ATTORNEY'S REPORT• Mr. Terwilliger had no report. TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT: Mr. Combiths offered for Council's consideration that the Public Hearing for the 1998-99 budget be held June 2, 1998 and adoption of budget on June 16, 1998. At 7:50 p.m., Chairwoman Steger made a motion to go into Executive Session to discuss 2.1-344 (AS) Economic Development loan application 1) CNB Holdings, and 2) H. Stout and 2.1-344 (A3) Land Acquisition for Public Purpose (two items), seconded by Councilman Weddle and carried on the following recorded vote: Mr. Neblett -Aye Mr. Hale -Aye Mr. Penn -Aye Mr. Weddle -Aye Mrs. Steger -Aye Mrs. Mitchell -Aye Mr. Stewart -Aye Mr. Bolen -Absent At 8:35 p.m., Councilman Stewart made a motion to adopt Certification Resolution, seconded by Councilman Penn and carried on the following recorded vote: Mr. Neblett -Aye Mr. Penn -Aye Mrs. Steger -Aye Mr. Stewart -Aye Mr. Hale -Aye Mr. Weddle -Aye Mrs. Mitchell -Aye Mr. Bolen -Absent Resolution Councilman Stewart then made motion to adopt Resolution 98-17, authorizing a loan not 98-17 to exceed $135,000 in urban development action grant repayment funds to assist Community National Bank through CNB Holdings, Inc., in the purchase and renovations at 202 N. Washington Avenue, Pulaski, Virginia, to allow for the company's continued operation and expansion, seconded by Councilman Penn and carried on the following recorded vote: Mr. Neblett -Aye Mr. Hale -Aye Mr. Penn -Aye Mr. Weddle -Aye Mrs. Steger -Aye Mrs. Mitchell -Aye Mr. Stewart -Aye Mr. Bolen -Absent Resolution Councilman Stewart also made motion to adopt Resolution 98-18, authorizing a loan not 98-18 to exceed $90,000 in urban development action grant repayment funds to assist Harold D. Stout d/b/a Stout Mobile Service Center and Shirley G. Stout in the purchase of commercial real estate, building construction and related equipment to be located on Rt. 99, 1250 E. Main Street in Pulaski, Virginia, to allow for the company's continued operation and expansion, seconded by Councilman Penn and carried on the following recorded vote: 4