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2004 - Year in Review
JANUARY
On January 7, 2004, the Brunswick County Board of Supervisors elected Welton Tyler as its 2004 Chairman and Barbara Jarrett Drummond as its Vice-Chair.
At its regular meeting on January 21, 2004 the Board of Supervisors approved PreContract Activities for the Green Acres Planning Grant. These activities are required by the Department of Housing and Community Development as part of the grant. They include agreements and resolutions to follow federal requirements for fair housing, non-discrimination, and local business employment.
The Board accepted a proposal from Shield Technology to provide E911 Mapped Automatic Location Identification System. The FCC has mandated the implementation of Wireless Phase I and Phase II by July 1, 2004. This approval allows the County to move forward with completion of Phase II. Funding for Phase II will be reimbursed at 100% from the Commonwealth of Virginia for any equipment, upgrades or training that the PSAP requires to become compliant. Completion of Phase I allows County Dispatchers to locate a caller using a cellular tower address. The call is displayed on a screen and the cellular tower the call is “bouncing” off of is indicated. Phase II completion allows County Dispatchers to pinpoint exactly where a caller is located by displaying a screen and showing longitude and latitude coordinates. Previously, mobile callers in Brunswick County were reaching the State Police in Chesapeake and then routed to the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Department.
The Board appointed Ann Williams, Totaro District, and Richard Pearson, Powellton District to serve four year terms on the Brunswick County Planning Commission.
FEBRUARY
At its regular meeting held on February 18, 2004, the Board was presented a “Corrective Action Plan” prepared by B&B Consultants, Inc. regarding the old sanitary landfill located on Milas Drive. Due to high levels of contaminant found in groundwater samples taken by an engineer, the Board must incorporate a Corrective Action Plan. This plan includes the installation of gas vents in the cap to release the gas but prohibit water from entering the capped area; obtaining approval from DEQ to utilize additional properties as buffer areas and add gas probes for additional monitoring; installation of low flow pumps in groundwater monitoring wells; and phytoremediation, which is the planting of approximately 1600 poplar trees to aid in removing the contaminant through its root system. The cost of this plan is approximately $375,000. This was continued to allow the Finance Committee to review for available funding.
The Board accepted the FY03 County Financial Report as prepared by Robinson, Farmer Cox Associates. The Report was presented to the Board in January.
The Board approved participation in the FY05 Revenue Sharing Program administered by Virginia Department of Transportation. The Board committed an amount of $25,000, to be matched by the State, for Sturgeon Road (Route 630).
A Resolution was adopted by the Board of Supervisors requesting a Tobacco Indemnification Fund Grant to assist the Lake Gaston Weed Control Council with the eradication of hydrilla at Lake Gaston.
The Board recommended Mr. James A. Campbell for appointment to the Brunswick County Board of Zoning Appeals representing Red Oak District.
MARCH
At its regular meeting held on March 17, 2004, the Board of Supervisors approved the Brunswick County/Lake Gaston Tourism Association’s request to submit an application to the Jamestown Commission for designation as a “Jamestown Community” in preparation for the 2007 Jamestown Celebration. The Board also requested that the Tourism Association and Brunswick County Historical Society be designated as Steering Committee’s for the event. This designation will allow Brunswick County the opportunity to open its doors to tourists from around the United States to view its many historical sites.
A Resolution was adopted by the Board authorizing the Southside Planning District Commission to submit an application to the Department of Housing and Community Development for the Green Acres Neighborhood Improvement Project. The grant includes $1,370,965.50 to be requested to fund improvements such as housing, water, sewer, drainage, and street improvements benefitting forty-four (44) persons or 98% low and moderate income (LMI) persons. A total of fifteen (15) structures will be rehabilitated to HUD Section 8 Housing Quality Standards and sixteen (16) structures will be connected to public water and sewer. The Town of Lawrenceville will provide in-kind assistance of $19,200 by waiving water and sewer connection fees. The County will provide in-kind assistance of $19,608.50 by waiving building permit fees, providing administration for the project, and through assistance with clearing/demolition debris activities. The Board also adopted an Appeals and Complaint Procedure for the project.
The Board of Supervisors approved and accepted the terms of the Settlement Agreement between the County, the architect, and the contractor for the Albertis S. Harrison, Jr., Courthouse. The terms of the Agreement will allow the County the opportunity to resolve the “issues” at the courthouse regarding the HVAC system and several cosmetic matters (i.e. carpet and ceiling tiles).
The Board of Supervisors approved an additional appropriation in the amount of $8,942.00, from the undesignated fund balance, to the Department of Social Services for the purchase of a Ford Escape. This money was used in conjunction with funds received from Re-maximization. These are administrative dollars received from a state foster care program designated for the usage.
The Board of Supervisors approved the request from the Lawrenceville Lions Club to hold its annual Seafood Festival at the Lawrenceville Brunswick Airport on May 5, 2004.
The Board of Supervisors nominated Lawrence A. Woyer to represent Meherrin Election District on the Brunswick County Board of Zoning Appeals. The nomination was considered and approved the Circuit Court Judge.
The Board of Supervisors received a letter of resignation from Pamela Brown who represents Red Oak Election District on the Local Board of Public Welfare. The Board appointed Mrs. Clara Smith to fill the unexpired term for the Red Oak District.
The Board of Supervisors appointed Richard E. Pearson to serve as a Community Leader representing Brunswick County on the Improvement Association’s Board of Directors.
APRIL
At its April 21, 2004 regular meeting, the Board of Supervisors approved an additional appropriation to the Brunswick/Lake Gaston Tourism Association in the amount of $1,200, from the Board’s contingency fund, to assist with costs associated with preparing a Brunswick Stew. The Tourism Association will serve as host of the Virginia Welcome Center on May 12, 2004 and serve Brunswick Stew to visitors.
The Board of Supervisors approved the submittal of a request by the Brunswick/Lake Gaston Tourism Association for designation of Christanna Highway and Old Stage Road as Virginia ByWays. The request is for Christanna Highway from the VA/NC state line to the Nottoway County line and Old Stage Road from its intersection with U.S. Route 58 (Governor Harrisoon Parkway) to its intersection with U.S. Route 1 (Boydton Plank Road).
The Board of Supervisors held a public hearing on the FY05 Brunswick County Public School Budget. The total school budget is proposed at $21,906,156 which is a 7% percent increase from FY2004. The Board is scheduled to approve the School Budget, as advertised, later in April and formally adopt it when the Board adopts the County’s General Operating Budget in June.
The Board of Supervisors approved Phase II of Meredithville Estates as recommended by the Planning Commission. Phase II consists of seventeen (17) lots in this subdivision located on Grandy Road (Route 644).
The Board of Supervisors authorized the County Administrator to prepare a Request for Proposal for the development of a Solid Waste Management plan for Brunswick County. Every city, county and town in the Commonwealth is required to develop a solid waste management plan or amend an existing plan and shall submit for approval in accordance with the Virginia Waste Management Board Regulations. The Plan must consider and address source reduction, reuse, recycling, resource recovery (waste-to-energy), incineration, and landfilling.
The Board of Supervisors accepted a bid from Jones Electric Contractors, in the amount of $52,875, to install a dehumidification system at the Albertis S. Harrison, Jr. Courthouse. This is part of the County’s remediation plan for the Courthouse.
The Board of Supervisors accepted bids from Thompson Lawn Maintenance for grass cutting services at the old South Brunswick school property and County Park at Great Creek. The Board accepted a bid from Complete Lawn Maintenance for grass cutting services at the County’s seven (7) solid waste convenience centers. The Board accepted a bid from Moseley Agri-Co, Inc. for grass cutting at the old sanitary landfill. These are all two (2) year contracts.
The Board of Supervisors approved a refund in the amount of $6,274.17 for a building permit purchased by Brick and Tile Corporation of Lawrenceville. Brick and Tile Corporation qualified for the refund under the County’s Enterprise Zone Incentive Program.
The Board approved use of the grounds at the Lawrenceville/Brunswick Airport on May 19, 2004 for Brunswick Academy to hold its annual Beef & Dairy Festival.
The Board authorized the County Administrator to draft a Request for Proposal for development of a Corrective Action Plan at the old sanitary landfill. This will be considered a “second opinion” on the matter.
The Board of Supervisors approved an additional appropriation in the amount of $2,000, from the Board’s contingency fund, to the Brunswick County/Lake Gaston Water Safety Committee for the purchase of 200 fishing rods for the Youth Fishing Tournament scheduled for June 5, 2004 at County Park at Great Creek. The tournament is sponsored by the Brunswick County/Lake Gaston Water Safety Committee.
The Board of Supervisors recommended Mr. Theodore Booth for appointment by the Circuit Court Judge to serve on the Board of Zoning Appeals. He will fill the unexpired term of Bernard L. Jones, Sr.
MAY
At an adjourned meeting on May 12, 2004, the Board of Supervisors approved a Memorandum of Understanding between the County and the School Board. This Memo outlines construction of new school facilities and revenue sources. Specifically, a “School Construction Debt Service $7.5 M Literary Loan” and “$1.1 M Qualified zone Academy Bond Loan”. The MOU also sets forth the anticipated debt service payments and anticipate debt service revenue sources for the years FY04 (07/01/03 - 06/30/04) through FY28 (07/01/27 - 06/30/28). This includes an option, in the amount of $580,000 for wall/ceiling air conditioning units and window replacement.
At the May 12, 2004 meeting the Board was advised that Brunswick County/Lake Gaston Tourism was awarded $20,000 from the Tobacco Commission to conduct a Feasiblity Study at South Brunswick School. The Board approved a transfer of $2,000 from the Southside Planning District Commission line item to the Brunswick County/Lake Gaston Tourism Association to serve as the local match for the Feasibility Study.
At its May 19, 2004 regular meeting, the Board of Supervisors approved an Outdoor Festival Permit for the Relay for Life Event to be held at the Vo-tech Center in June. The event is scheduled for Friday, June 18, 2004 and Saturday, June 19, 2004.
The Board of Supervisors authorized the Planning Director, along with the Planning Commission, to continue to study the Brodnax Planning Area. The purpose of the study is to examine the planning area and to develop strategies and recommendations concerning its potential development. The Brodnax Area Study was adopted by the Board in October 2001. The Planning Commission identified several properties close to and adjacent to Brodnax that it would like to consider for possible rezoning to industrial zoning classification.
The Board of Supervisors authorized the Planning Director to issue a Request for Proposal to update the County’s Comprehensive Plan. The State Code of Virginia requires each locality to review its plan every five (5) years to determine if any updates or amendments are needed. VISION 2015 County of Brunswick Comprehensive Plan was adopted by the Board of Supervisors in December 1998. This plan won the Distinguished Award in 1999 from the Virginia Chapter of the American Planning Association.
The Board of Supervisors authorized the advertisement of a public hearing on the relocation of Dromgoole Voting Precinct from Robert Clary’s building located on Christanna Highway to Triplet Volunteer Fire Department located in Gasburg. The Board scheduled its public hearing for the June meeting.
The Board of Supervisors approved an additional appropriation in the amount of $19,000 to the Lake Gaston Weed Control Council. The funds will be transferred from the Board’s contingency fund, upon determination of availability at the end of the fiscal year.
The Board appointed Mrs. Nancy Avery to serve a four year term on the Meherrin Regional Library Board representing Red Oak District.
JUNE
At its regular meeting held on June 16, 2004, the Board of Supervisors held its public hearing and adopted an ordinance requesting the relocation of the Dromgoole Polling Place to be forwarded to the U.S. Justice Department. The facility will be relocated from Robert Clary’s building on Christanna Highway to the Triplet Fire Department Building. This was required by the Help America Vote Act (HAVA).
The Board approved a request for a Special Entertainment Permit, submitted by Elm Acres, to hold a Chic-A-Que Festival at the Lawrenceville Brunswick Airport in September.
The Board of Supervisors approved a Special Entertainment Permit, submitted by Shorty’s Truck/Tractor Pull, to hold one event in July. The Board further directed the applicant to submit a conditional use permit application for the property/event to be heard by the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors in August.
The Board approved a Flex Time Program for County Employees on a trial basis to begin July 5, 2004 and end September 30, 2004. Employees shall work seventy-five hours in a two week period. The Board directed Staff to develop guidelines for the program.
The Board authorized the County Administrator to negotiate a contract with Joyce Engineering to prepare the County’s Solid Waste Management Plan to be submitted to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality by July 1, 2004.
The Board approved its draft 2005 Legislative Program to be submitted to Virginia Association of Counties. The Board will vote on its final legislative program in October.
The Board accepted a bid from Daniel Brothers Heating and Plumbing to provide HVAC Maintenance on County Buildings for FY05.
The Board accepted the bid from Parker Oil for diesel fuel for the Department of Solid Waste Management fleet system for FY05 at a fixed price of $1.13 per gallon.
The Board accepted the bid from Encom/Owt, Inc. to install gas vents at the old landfill at a cost of $31,480. The company will install twelve (12) gas vents.
The Board authorized CSI Environmental to proceed with a Corrective Action Plan to be submitted to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality prior to July 1, 2004. CSI Environmental will work with B&B consultants to prepare and submit the plan on behalf of the County.
The Board appointed Mr. John Waddell, President, St. Paul’s College, to serve on the Workforce Investment Board representing the County.
The Board appointed Mr. Arthur Jarrett, member at-large, and Mrs. Beverly Brewer, Red Oak District, to serve four year terms on the Industrial Development Authority,.
The Board reappointed Mrs. Barbara Evans to serve a four year term on the Local Board of Public Welfare representing Totaro District.
The Board appointed Mr. John Waddell to serve on the Southside Regional Partnership to replace Mr. Frank Hendrick.
The Board appointed Ms. Erica Wynn and Ms. Pansy Barner to serve on the Southside Disability Services Board. The Board appointed Mr. Marc Finney to be the Board representative.
The Board appointed Mr. Brian K. Roberts to serve on the Southside Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program.
JULY
At its July 21, 2004 regular meeting, the Board adopted a Resolution establishing the County’s Emergency Management Plan. This plan outlines the emergency operations plan for the County in the event of a natural or manmade disaster.
The Board was informed by the Tourism Association that the County received the Virginia by-Way Designation for State Routes 903 and 626.
The Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding outlining a Lease Agreement between the County and Colonial Dames for the 3.75 acres, owned by Colonial Dames. The County owns a 22.25 acre parcel surrounding the 3.75 acres on the north, east and west. The County wishes to showcase the historical significance of Fort Christanna.
The Board adopted a Resolution requesting Industrial Access Funds to construct a turn lane and an entrance road into the I-85 Business Center Park located off of Boydton Plank Road in Alberta. The application will be submitted to the Virginia Department of Transportation for review and approval.
The Board adopted a Resolution establishing a no wake zone at Lake Gaston Resort and approving the placement of three buoys in the cove. This no wake zone will be enforced by the Department of Game & Inland Fisheries upon receipt of an application.
AUGUST
At its August 18, 2004 regular meeting, the Board adopted a Resolution requesting signage to be installed on Interstate 85 to identify access to the communities of Gasburg and Ebony. The request was sent to the Department of Transportation for review and approval.
The Board approved Conditional Use Permit Case #04-011, submitted by Lydia Parry, to operate a hypnotherapy business out of her home. The property is located off of Iron Bridge Road.
The Board approved Conditional Use Permit Case #04-019, submitted by Robert F. Barnett, Jr., to operate a sports facility off of Tanner Town Road. Mr. Barnette plans to hold truck/tractor pull events on the property on the second Saturday of each month.
The Board approved the use of $90,000 of additional state revenues for start-up planning and design costs for the new school office building. The new office building is proposed to be located on the property in front of the Vo-Tech building.
The Board accepted the low bid of $124,250, submitted by Kenbridge Construction Company, for the classroom air conditioning project at Brunswick Senior High School.
The Board approved and accepted the proposal from Community National Bank for interim financing for Phase III of the BSHS Renovation Project and authorized Davenport & Company and Bond Counsel to proceed.
The Board accepted the bid from Plan 5 Paint and Decorating Center, in the amount of $210,178.49 for Remediation and Finish Replacement for the Albertis S. Harrison Jr. Courthouse.
The Board accepted the recommendation from the Planning Commission and approved
the proposal from Community Planning Collaborative to update the County’s Comprehensive Plan.
The Board was advised it received final approval from the U.S. Department of Justice regarding the re-location of the Dromgoole Voting Precinct. The County relocated the polling place from Robert C. Clary’s building on Christanna Highway to the Triplet Volunteer Fire Department building.
The Board of Supervisors authorized the Planning Director to schedule a planning workshop through the Virginia Citizen Planning Association (VCPA). The workshop will be for members of the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals and Board of Supervisors.
The Board approved the Final Plat for Clyde’s View Subdivision as recommended by the Planning Commission. This request provides for a three (3) lot subdivision located off of Gasburg Road, adjacent to Colony Club Subdivision.
The Board of Supervisors approved a First Amendment to the original agreement between the County and Virginia Department of Corrections regarding payment in lieu of taxes (PILOT). The amendment outlines the Commonwealth’s agreement to continue to pay the County PILOT payments to match its debt service obligations.
The Board accepted the proposal from David T. Bland for design, construction and installation of Brunswick County Entrance Signs. The signs will be located in close proximity to County lines located on Boydton Plank Road and Governor Harrison Parkway.
The Board accepted the bid from L.H. Wingfield Roofing Company for replacement of the roof on the County Government Building and the County Health Department.
The Board of Supervisors approved an application for building permit fee waiver from The Scotts Company in the amount of $2,310.05. The Scotts Company is located within the County’s Enterprise Zone and is eligible for the building permit refund in accordance with the Enterprise Zone Program regulations.
The Board re-affirmed the appointment of Henry Rice, At-large member, and Taylor Clarke, Extension Agent, to the Lake Country Soil and Water Conservation Board of Directors representing Brunswick County.
SEPTEMBER
At a Special Call Meeting held on September 1, 2004, the Board accepted the proposal from Pearson’s Appraisal Service, Inc. to perform the County’s General Reassessment.
At its regular meeting held on September 15, 2004, the Board heard a presentation from Mr. Robert Munson, Department of Conservation and Recreation regarding the requirements for a river to receive a scenic designation. The Board authorized Mr. Munson to gather preliminary information on Meherrin River to determine its eligibility for a scenic designation.
The Board of Supervisors approved Conditional Rezoning Case #04-16 submitted by Wright Forestry, LLC to rezone approximately 20.59 acres from Agricultural (A-1) to Residential (R-1) for a proposed subdivision. The subject property is located on the north line of Lake Gaston Drive (Route 667).
The Board of Supervisors approved Rezoning Case #04-18 submitted by Helen Toomey to rezone property from Residential (R-1) to Rural Residential (RR) to allow property owners to have private horse stables as an accessory use. The subject property is located off of Meredithville Drive, a private drive, on the east line of Grandy Road (Route 644).
The Board of Supervisors approved the final plat for Clearview Estates Subdivision as recommended by the Planning Commission. This request is for a fourteen (14) lot residential subdivision. The subject property is located off a Breezewood Lane, a private drive, as it intersects with Oak Grove Road (Route 667).
The Board accepted and appropriated $600,000 from the Department of Housing and Community Development for Phase I of the Green Acres Community Improvement Project. Phase I will rehabilitate eight (8) units and provide for water and sewer improvements over an eighteen (18) month period. The remainder of the grant funds, $732,157 will be obligated as Phase II.
The Board accepted a proposal from CSI Environmental to provide management consultant services to the County for the old sanitary landfill. This involves general management of the old landfill to ensure the County’s compliance with Department of Solid Waste Management Regulations and Department of Environmental Quality Standards, Gas and Groundwater Monitoring activities, Post-closure activities, preparation of the Annual Report, Permit Renewal and Revisions, and acting as liaison between the County and the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality.
The Board of Supervisors adopted a County Employee Flex Time Program and revised its County Personnel Policy Manual to include the guidelines for the Program. Participating employees will work seventy-five (75) hours in a two-week period. The Program will be monitored by the County Administrator.
OCTOBER
At its regular meeting held on October 20, 2004, the Board held a worksession on the twenty-six priorities in the proposed Six Year Secondary Road Improvement Program. The County did not lose any of its projects due to budget cuts. The Board will hold a public hearing on the Six Year Plan at its November meeting.
The Board adopted a Resolution in honor of Woodrow Packer. Mr. Packer retired from his position of Litter control Coordinator after twelve years.
The Board approved a commitment of $3,500 in the FY06 County budget, for the design and printing of a Southside Regional Driving Tour Map. This map will be used as a visitor marketing tool.
The Board approved a Conditional Use Permit for Nextel Communications of the Mid-Atlantic to locate a tower on property located in the Brunswick County Industrial Park. This tower will be a 250' telecommunications tower.
The Board approved the final plat for Shady Grove Subdivision. This will be a five (5) lot residential subdivision located on the north line of Lake Gaston Drive approximately 0.2 of a mile west of the intersection of Lake Gaston Drive and Hammack Road.
The Board approved its 2005 Legislative Program. The program includes priorities such as unfunded mandates, transportation, education, contiguous telephone exchange, and Courthouse Maintenance Fee.
The Board of Supervisors approved a Revision to its Personnel Policy, Section G, Drug Alcohol Screening. This revision adds a definition of a Safety-Sensitive Position to include employees whose job duties require or allow them to carry a firearm as a regular functions of their position. Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random drug/alcohol screening.
The Board adopted a Resolution requesting the Governor and Virginia General Assembly to address the urgent funding and staffing deficit in the Virginia State Park system. Currently the state’s parks are understaffed, underfunded and unable to address their fundamental responsibilities to the citizens of the Commonwealth.
The Board approved the formation of a Mecklenburg-Brunswick Fire Training Commission as recommended by the Brunswick County Emergency Services Advisory Board. This Commission will provide an opportunity to seek alternative funding to complete the Fire Training Facility which is jointly owned by Brunswick and Mecklenburg counties. The Fire chiefs from the fire departments of both localities will comprise the Fire Training Commission.
The Board approved additional appropriations as requested by the Department of Social Services. These additional appropriations were for the VIEW Work/Trans Daycare ($2,390.93), Non VIEW Daycare (28.61), and 100% Federal Daycare programs ($1,715.15). The appropriations required a local match in the total amount of $241.89.
The $241.89 local match was transferred from the Board’s undesignated fund balance to the appropriate line item under the Department of Social Services FY05 budget.
The Board approved Change Order #1 to the Albertis S. Harrison, Jr Courthouse, Remediation and Finish Replacement Project, in the amount of $5,300.00. This involved the installation of 2x2 vents with diffusers in the ceiling that would be compliment the finished ceiling on the third floor. The amount of $5,300 was transferred from Courthouse Maintenance Funds to Capital Projects - Court Facilities - Professional Services Remediation.
The Board received the compilation of results from the 2004 Citizen Surveys. Approximately 1,000 surveys were sent out, 200 from each election district. A total of 307 responses were received. The top concerns were litter, education, economic development, fire and rescue service response times and the Sheriff’s Department.
The Board of Supervisors approved a transfer from Capital Projects -County Office Facilities to the Sheriff’s Office - repair and maintenance line item for the installation of two electrical panels. The two panels will enable the generator to operate the Sheriff’s Office and Jail facility at 100% capacity in the event of a power outage or natural disaster.
The Board approved participation in the Anti-Terrorism Grant submitted by Old Dominion Emergency Medical Services Alliance. This grant will stock emergency services vehicles in the county with twenty-five (25) Mark 1 nerve agent anti-dote kits. The County had six (6) emergency vehicles that would be equipped with these kits. This grant requires a local match of $750.00, which can be charged to the FY05 Emergency Services operating budget.
The Board approved the purchase of two prints, at $165.00 each to be charged to the Board’s contingency fund, of the Fort Christanna site. The prints were drafted and designed by John W. Kincheloe, III. One print will be presented to Colonial Dames of America and the other print will hang in the County Administrator’s Office. Five percent (5%) of the proceeds from the sale of the prints will be given to the Brunswick County Historical Society.
The Board of Supervisors reappointed Mrs. Eloise Jones to serve a three year term on the Lake Country Area Agency on Aging Board of Directors representing Brunswick County.
The Board reappointed Mr. James F. Pritchett to serve a two year term on the E911 Communication Services Board as the rescue squad representative.
The Board adopted a Resolution requesting the Virginia General Assembly to introduce legislation for funding to combat the infestation of hydrilla and other noxious weeds on Lake Gaston. The legislation would request an appropriation of $500,000 annually to help eradicate hydrilla and other noxious weeds.
The Board of Supervisors held its first Retreat on Friday, October 22, 2004 and Saturday, October 23, 2004 at the Brunswick County Industrial Development Authority Office. The Board had a facilitator from the Weldon Cooper Center to conduct the Retreat. The Board discussed Personalities utilizing the Meyers-Briggs Type Indicator. The Board also discussed and developed an approach that can improve their governance over the long term, and identified both direction and principles which can lead to effective decision making and relationships. The Board put a lot of work into developing the vision and operating guidelines.
The Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals held a joint worksession on Tuesday, October 26, 2004 to discuss the planning process and how the three bodies work together to be effective.
NOVEMBER
At its November 17, 2004 regular meeting, the Brunswick County Board of Supervisors adopted and presented a Resolution of Appreciation to Floyd Berry. Mr. Berry retired from his position as Director of Solid Waste Management.
The Board of Supervisors adopted a Resolution establishing its Six Year Secondary Road Improvements and Priority Funding. The Board also adopted a Resolution for Route 635 and Route 691 to be designated as Rural Rustic Roads. Under these guidelines the two roads will be hard surfaced and improved within the existing right of way and ditch lines.
The Board of Supervisors approved additional appropriations, from its contingency fund, in the amount of $10,012.80 (local match) for the Department of Social Services which cover Auxiliary Grants and VIEW Daycare in the total amount of $75,064.
The Board accepted and appropriated Two for Life Funds in the amount of $7,329.50 from the Department of Health. This amount is equally disbursed between the two rescue squad units serving the County.
The Board adopted a Resolution regarding the I-85 Business Center Park and Central Virginia Health Services. The Resolution indicates a commitment from Central Virginia Health Services to construct a deceleration lane and access road into the I-85 Business Park located on Boydton Plank Road (U.S. Route 1).
The Board directed Staff to draft and forward a letter to Stage Stores, Inc. requesting that it reconsider its position on the closure of the Peebles Department Store located on Main Street in Lawrenceville.
DECEMBER
At its December 15, 2004 regular meeting the Board of Supervisors presented Certificates of Appreciation to the volunteers who helped with the youth fishing tournament held at County Park at Great Creek on Saturday, June 5, 2004. This event was sponsored by the Brunswick County/Lake Gaston Water Safety Committee.
The Board presented Certificates of Appreciation to the volunteers who helped coach the minor, junior varsity, and varsity football leagues. They also recognized the coaches of the cheerleading squads.
The Board approved the concept of a fundraiser to be held for the South Hill YMCA at Roanoke River Regional Industrial Park in Mecklenburg County. The Lake Countryfest will be held in August 2005.
The Board adopted a Resolution regarding Brunswick County Public Schools Application for Qualified Zone Academy Bond (QZAB) Funding at Brunswick Senior High School. The 2002 Series in the amount of $439,100 will be utilized for window replacement and the 2004 Series in the amount of $1,097,571 is for library and furnishings.
The Board approved the release of funds to the Industrial Development Authority. The funds are Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) and Wackenhut funds (formerly CCA). These funds were assigned to the IDA per a contract between the IDA and the County dated February 12, 1997. The funds are forwarded to the Town of Lawrenceville from the IDA to make payments on their debt incurred by financing their Water Treatment Plant expansion.
The Board approved a transfer from Courthouse Maintenance Funds in the amount of $11,667.57, to Capital Projects - Professional Services Remediation line item for Change Order #2 to the Albertis S. Harrison, Jr Courthouse, Remediation and Finish Replacement Project . This involved the installation of 2x2 vents with diffusers in the ceiling that would be compliment the finished ceiling on the first and second floors.
The Board approved an additional appropriation in the amount of $31,480.00 from the reserved undesignated capital project fund to the FY05 Capital Project Fund - Old Landfill - Gas Remediation. This was a FY04 Capital Project. It was part of the County’s Corrective Action Measures for the old landfill which included the installation of twelve gas vents.
The Board accepted and appropriated two grants for the Sheriff’s Department. A DMV Highway Safety Grant in the amount of $14,500. A Community Services Grant (DARE Program) in the amount of $9,000. These grants did not require a local match.
The Board voted to recommend Henry D. Rice for reappointment to the Brunswick County Board of Zoning Appeals. This is a recommendation from the Board to the Circuit court Judge for final approval. This is a five year appointment. Mr. Rice represents Sturgeon Election District.
The Board reappointed Henry D. Rice to represent Brunswick County on the Lake Country Soil and Water Conservation Board of Directors.
The Board scheduled its 2005 Organizational Meeting for Tuesday, January 4, 2005 at 8:00 p.m. At this time the Board will elect its Chairman and Vice-Chairman. The Board will also set its meetings dates and times for its regular meetings for 2005.
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