MINUTES

Regular Meeting
November 5, 2008

Call to Order. A regular meeting of the Stafford County Board of Supervisors was called to order by George H. Schwartz, Chairman, at 1:05 P. M., Tuesday, November 5, 2008, in the Board Chambers, Stafford County Administration Center.

Roll Call. The following members were present: Harry E. Crisp, Paul V. Milde, George H. Schwartz, Chairman; Robert “Bob” Woodson, M. S. “Joe” Brito, Vice Chairman; and Mark Dudenhefer. Mr. Sterling was absent.

Also in attendance were: Anthony Romanello, County Administrator; Joe Howard, County Attorney and Marty Beard, Chief Deputy Clerk.

Legislative; Presentation by Woody Van Valkenburgh. Mr. Van Valkenburgh, who was joined by Mr. Rob Clark and Mr. Richard Tremblay, gave a presentation and responded to Board members questions.

Legislative; Presentations by the Public. The following persons spoke on topics as identified:

Janelle Smith - Agenda Item #8
Dana Brown - Bylaws
Lou Silver - Non-Conforming Use

Legislative; Presentations and Committee Reports by Board Members. Board members spoke on topics as identified:

Mr. Woodson - Attended GWRC Meeting
- Visited Brooke Point High School
- Attended Bond Referendum Meetings
- Attended Patawomeck Park event

Mr. Brito - Lowes Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Mr. Crisp - Hosted Town Hall Meeting at Ray Grizzle Center

Mr. Dudenhefer - Commented on the Transportation Bond

Mr. Milde - Met with Owners of Comfort Inn
- Attended GWRC Meeting
- Crows Nest
- Marine Corp Museum
- Attended meeting with Richard Stuart and Bill Howell
- Met with Mr. Brito concerning Senior Meals Program
- Attended VRE Meeting
- Attended Andrew Chapel Meeting
- Attended Quick Books Meeting
- Attended EDA Reception
- Attended Brooke Fire House Meeting
- Worked the polls for At-Large Chairman

Mr. Schwartz - Deferred to Joe Howard

Legislative; Report of the County Attorney. Mr. Joe Howard, County Attorney,
reported the following: Two Closed Meeting items have been added to the Agenda

Legislative; Report of the County Administrator. Mr. Anthony Romanello, County Administrator, presented the following:
- Currently meeting with Mr. Phil Rodenberg and Mr. Randy Wheeler on a Regional Water Agreement.

Legislative; Additions/Deletions to the Regular Agenda. Mr. Woodson motioned, seconded by Mr. Milde, to add items 19, 20 and 21.

The Voting Board tally was:
Yea: (6) Milde, Schwartz, Dudenhefer, Woodson, Brito, Crisp
Nay: (0)
Absent: (1) Sterling

Legislative; Consent Agenda. Mr. Woodson motioned, seconded by Mr. Brito, to adopt the Consent Agenda consisting of Items 2 thru 9, removing Items 4 and 8.

The Voting Board tally was:
Yea: (6) Schwartz, Dudenhefer, Woodson, Brito, Crisp, Milde
Nay: (0)
Absent: (1) Sterling

On motion of Mr. Woodson, seconded by Mr. Brito, which carried by a vote of 7 to 0, the following was adopted:

Item 3. Budget and Finance; Approve Expenditure Listing

Resolution R08-502 reads as follows:
A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE EXPENDITURE LISTING (EL)
DATED OCTOBER 8, 2008 THROUGH NOVEMBER 4, 2008

WHEREAS, the Board has appropriated funds to be expended for the purchase of goods and services in accordance with an approved budget; and

WHEREAS, the payments appearing on the above-referenced Listing of Expenditures represent payment of $100,000 and greater for the purchase of goods and/or services which are within the appropriated amounts;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Stafford County Board of Supervisors on this the 5th day of November 2008, that the above-mentioned EL be and it hereby is approved.

Item 5. Transportation; Petition VDOT in Include the Extension of Austin Ridge Drive, within Austin Ridge Subdivision, from Century Street to Courthouse Road into the Secondary System of State Highways

Resolution R08-501 reads as follows:

A RESOLUTION WHICH PETITIONS THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT
OF TRANSPORTATION TO INCLUDE THE EXTENSION OF AUSTIN RIDGE DRIVE within AUSTIN RIDGE SUBDIVISION, FROM CENTURY STREET TO COURTHOUSE ROAD INTO THE
SECONDARY SYSTEM OF STATE HIGHWAYS

WHEREAS, the Board, pursuant to Section 33.1-229 of the Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, desires to include the extension of Austin Ridge Drive within Austin Ridge Subdivision, from Century Street to Courthouse Road into the Secondary System of State Highways; and

WHEREAS, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has inspected this street and found it acceptable;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Stafford County Board of Supervisors on this the 5th day of November 2008, that the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) be and it hereby is petitioned to include the following street within Austin Ridge Subdivision, into the Secondary System of State Highways:

Street Station Length

Austin Ridge Drive (SR-1486) Fr: Inter. Century Street (SR-1933) 0.64 Mi.
To: Inter. Courthouse Road. (SR-630) 90’ ROW

An unrestricted right-of-way (ROW), as indicated above, for each street with necessary easements for cuts, fills and drainage is guaranteed, as evidenced by Plat of Record entitled Plat Right-of-Way Dedication, LR 080014020, PM 080000133, recorded August 5, 2008; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Developer and the Residency Administrator of VDOT.

Item 6. Legislative; Authorize a Public Hearing to:

Resolution R08-515 reads as follows:

A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER PARTICIPATION IN THE VML/VACO OPEB POOLED TRUST

WHEREAS, the County must comply with GASB 45 and disclose the liability associated with Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB); and

WHEREAS, using a trust will reduce the amount of the liability; and

WHEREAS, VML/VACO has established a pooled trust for such purpose; and

WHEREAS, County staff has determined that it is beneficial to join VML/VACO pooled trust; and

WHEREAS, the Board desires to consider public comments concerning the proposed changes;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Stafford County Board of Supervisors on this the 5th day of November, 2008 that the County Administrator be and he herby is authorized to set a public hearing to participate in the VML/VACO OPEB pooled trust.

Resolution R08-517 reads as follows:

A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
TO ADVERTISE A PUBLIC HEARING TO GRANT CONVEYANCE OF TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNAL EASEMENTS TO VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

WHEREAS, Virginia Department of Transportation has requested easements on County-owned property at Plantation Drive and Lyons Boulevard, Tax Map 45 Parcel 14-F, and in the public right-of-way adjacent to Lyons Boulevard known as Gladstone Drive; and

WHEREAS, the granting of the easements will allow the placement of traffic signal equipment at the intersection of Plantation Drive and Lyons Boulevard; and

WHEREAS, Section 15.2-1800 of the Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, requires that a public hearing be held prior to the granting of such easements;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Stafford County Board of Supervisors on this the 5th day of November, 2008, that the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized to advertise for a public hearing on the granting of easements to Virginia Department of Transportation.

Item 7. Economic Development; Support Preserve America Grant Application for Government Island

Resolution R08-513 reads as follows:

A RESOLUTION TO SUPPORT A PRESERVE AMERICA
GRANT APPLICATION FOR GOVERNMENT ISLAND

WHEREAS, in the spring of 2008, the County applied for and was awarded designation as a Preserve America Community; and

WHEREAS, this designation is granted by a special Advisory Council on Historic Preservation in conjunction with the U.S. Departments of the Interior and Commerce for the purpose of enhancing community efforts to increase the shared knowledge of the nation’s past, strengthen regional identities, promote local pride and preserve the country’s cultural and natural heritage assets; and

WHEREAS, having been recognized as a Preserve America Community, Stafford County is eligible to apply for grant funding for specific projects that satisfy the requirement of the funding authority; and

WHEREAS, the history of Government Island directly links the County to history of Washington, D.C. when, in 1791, the federal government purchased the island to supply stone for prominent federal public buildings, including the White House and the U.S. Capitol; and

WHEREAS, Stafford County has been working diligently to develop a publicly accessible Government Island trail to tell the story of the significant role of this Colonial quarry site as it relates to the history of our nation; and

WHEREAS, the Board desires to establish a Government Island trail in a pristine and scenic park setting to draw attention to the area’s inhabitants from the Paeliondiean Period, prior to 8000 B.C., through the Colonial Quarry era, making this rich history publicly accessible to both residents and visitors from around the world;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Stafford County Board of Supervisors on this the 5th day of November 2008, that the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized to apply for a Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollar ($250,000) grant for Government Island through the Preserve America initiative; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Stafford County acknowledges fully the economic development aspect of heritage tourism and remains committed to protecting its historic treasures to encourage citizens and visitors to experience and appreciate the rich and diverse heritage of our community.

Item 9. Public Information; Approve a Proclamation to Recognize and Commend Raymond Simms as the Recipient of the Clean Water/Bay Friendly Farm Award

Proclamation P08-18 reads as follows:

A PROCLAMATION TO RECOGNIZE AND COMMEND RAYMOND SIMMS AS THE RECIPIENT OF THE 2007 CLEAN WATER/BAY FRIENDLY FARM AWARD

WHEREAS, the Tri-County/City Soil and Water Conservation District (Tri-County/City SWCD) serves Stafford, King George and Spotsylvania counties and the City of Fredericksburg; and
WHEREAS, the mission of the Tri-County/City SWCD is to provide technical assistance, educational programs, newsletters and volunteer opportunities to citizens to raise awareness about water quality, nonpoint source pollution and stream health; and
WHEREAS, in cooperation with the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, farmers in each jurisdiction are recognized for employing valuable management practices which conserve precious natural resources; and
WHEREAS, Raymond Simms, manager of Glencairne Farm in Stafford, has been selected to receive the 2007 Clean Water/Bay Friendly Farm Award; and

WHEREAS, Raymond Simms has demonstrated a commitment to the conservation of natural resources through responsible farm nutrient practices including planting ground cover to prevent soil from washing into nearby streams; applying the correct amount of fertilizer; installing fencing to keep cattle away from bodies of water; and establishing smaller fields to better utilize forages and rotational grazing systems; and

WHEREAS, the Board desires to bring to the attention of citizens everywhere the environmentally sustainable farming practices adopted by Raymond Simms, and to commend him for the example he sets for other agricultural enterprises throughout the County;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED by the Stafford County Board of Supervisors on this the 5th day of November 2008 that Raymond Simms be and he hereby is commended as the recipient of the 2007 Clean Water/Bay Friendly Farm Award.

Parks and Recreation; Adopt the Facilities Plan for Stafford County Parks and Recreation

Mr. Woodson motioned, seconded by Mr. Schwartz to refer this item to the Planning Commission to decide how it fits into the Comprehensive Plan.

Discussion ensued.

Mr. Dudenhefer made a substitute motion, seconded by Mr. Milde, to adopt proposed Resolution R08-360.

The Voting Board tally was:
Yea: (5) Dudenhefer, Brito, Crisp, Milde, Schwartz
Nay: (1) Woodson
Absent: (1) Sterling

Resolution R08-360 reads as follows:

A RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE FACILITIES PLAN FOR STAFFORD COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION

WHEREAS, the parks were reviewed for current condition and potential improvements to accommodate citizens’ needs and desires; and

WHEREAS, recommendations for improvements were made for each park and for currently undeveloped parks; and

WHEREAS, recommendations were made for land acquisition for parks; and

WHEREAS, at a meeting on July 17, 2008, the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission endorsed the Plan;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Stafford County Board of Supervisors on this the 5th day of November, 2008, that the Board be and it hereby does adopt the Facilities Plan for Stafford County Parks and Recreation.

Transportation; Grant Use of an Unimproved Public Right-of-Way Known as Grapevine Lane to Construct a Driveway to an Abutting Recorded Easement

Mr. Brito motioned, seconded by Mr. Dudenhefer to defer this item for 90 days.

The Voting Board tally was:
Yea: (6) Schwartz, Dudenhefer, Woodson, Brito, Crisp, Milde
Nay: (0)
Absent: (1) Sterling

Legislative; Discuss Vehicle Decals Ms. Laura Rudy, Treasurer, gave a presentation and responded to Board members questions.

Discussion ensued.

Ms. Rudy will report back to the Board in December with year-end information for the Board to make a decision on the use of decals.
Legislative; Discuss Transportation Impact Fee Advisory Committee Appointments

Presentation on Utilities Finances and Rocky Pen Run Status Report Ms. Susan Fitzgibbon, General Account for Utilities, gave a presentation and responded to Board members questions.

Discussion ensued.

Mr. Brito asked Ms. Fitzgibbon to find out when the last Tap Fee increase was.

Following Ms. Fitzgibbon, Mr. Keith Dayton gave a presentation of the Rocky Pen Run Status and responded to Board members questions.

Mr. Brito asked for Mr. Dayton to get the Board information on the cost savings on lowering the dam elevation and the time difference as well.

At At 2:55 P. M., the Chairman declared a recess.

At 3:13 P.M., the Chairman called the meeting back to order.

Legislative; Discuss Membership in the Coalition of High Growth Communities Mr. David Gayle, Assistant Director of Legislative Affairs gave a presentation and responded to Board members questions.

Discussion ensued.

Mr. Milde motioned, seconded by Mr. Dudenhefer to nominate Mr. Crisp as the Stafford County representative for the High Growth Coalition.

The Voting Board tally was:
Yea: (5) Dudenhefer, Brito, Crisp, Milde, Schwartz, Woodson
Nay: (0)
Absent: (1) Sterling

Mr. Dudenhefer commented that this item will be addressed again during the next budget cycle.

Legislative; Discuss Developing a Cluster Ordinance for the A-1and A-2 Zoning Districts Mr. Brito commented.

Discussion ensued.

A committee was formed consisting of Mr. Brito and Mr. Crisp to make changes to the cluster ordinance for a Planning Commission recommendation.

Legislative; Discuss Rocky Run Road Mr. Brito commented.

Discussion ensued.

Mr. Brito would like staff to look at alternate road options and cost before Rocky Pen Run Reservoir is online and residents will be affected when flooding may occur and come back with recommendations at the December 2nd meeting.

Mr. Dudenhefer asked if alternate road construction could be paid for out of the Reservoir funds. Mr. Romanello will check with Bond Counsel to determine if it would be possible.

Legislative; Discuss Bylaws Mr. Schwartz suggested that this item be referred to Mr. Crisp and Mr. Sterling for discussion as they look at other bylaws issues.

Mr. Dudenhefer commented that he felt this current issue would not necessarily be a good thing for the Board since there have been several instances where multiple questions was from Board members helped assist in decision making.

Legislative; Discuss Brooke Ridge Subdivision Mr. Milde commented.

Mr. Milde motioned, seconded by Mr. Woodson to add this item to Closed Session.

The Voting Board tally was:
Yea: (6) Schwartz, Dudenhefer, Woodson, Brito, Crisp, Milde
Nay: (0)
Absent: (1) Sterling

Legislative; Discuss Non-Conforming Use Mr. Crisp commented.

Mr. Crisp requested that Mr. Howard, County Attorney, look at this issue and bring back to the Board, some feasible options and the direction that the Board could take.

Mr. Howard responded that two options exist. The first option would be the Board of Zoning Appeals could place a time limit on the special exception or the second option would be a Conditional Use Permit. Mr. Howard will put something in writing and send to the Zoning Administrator.

Legislative; Appoint Member to Board of Social Services – Proposed Resolution R08-534 Mr. Woodson commented.

Mr. Woodson motioned, seconded by Mr. Milde, to adopt proposed Resolution R08-534.

The Voting Board tally was:
Yea: (6) Schwartz, Dudenhefer, Woodson, Brito, Crisp, Milde
Nay: (0)
Absent: (1) Sterling

Legislative; Discuss Convenience Commercial Zoning Districts Mr. Milde commented.

Mr. Milde motioned, seconded by Mr. Crisp to send to the Planning Commission a request to initiate a zoning text amendment which would allow clubs and organizations in a B-1 zoning district.

The Voting Board tally was:
Yea: (6) Schwartz, Dudenhefer, Woodson, Brito, Crisp, Milde
Nay: (0)
Absent: (1) Sterling

Legislative; Discuss CUP and Proffer Amendment for Stafford Hospital Center Mr. Milde commented.

Mr. Milde motioned, seconded by Mr. Dudenhefer to authorize the initiation of a proffer amendment and a conditional use permit to extend the road completion to April 30, 2009.

The Voting Board tally was:
Yea: (6) Schwartz, Dudenhefer, Woodson, Brito, Crisp, Milde
Nay: (0)
Absent: (1) Sterling

Legislative; Closed Meeting. At 4:03 P.M., Mr. Brito motioned, seconded by
Mr. Woodson, to adopt proposed Resolution CM08-22.

The Voting Board tally was:
Yea: (6) Milde, Schwartz, Dudenhefer, Woodson, Brito, Crisp Nay: (0)
Absent: (1) Sterling

Resolution CM08-22 reads as follows:

A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE CLOSED MEETING

WHEREAS, the Board of County Supervisors desires to consult with counsel and discuss in Closed Meeting two personnel matters regarding the County Attorney’s Office and County Administration; and pending litigation, SYG Associates v. Stafford County, et al.; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 A.1 and A.7 Va. Code Ann., such discussions may occur in Closed Meeting;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Stafford Board of Supervisors, on this the 5th day of November, 2008, does hereby authorize discussions of the aforestated matters in Closed Meeting.

Call to Order. At 4:45 P. M., the Chairman called the meeting back to order.

Legislative; Closed Meeting Certification. Mr. Sterling motioned, seconded by Mr. Crisp, to adopt proposed Resolution CM08-22a.

The Voting Board tally was:
Yea: (6) Schwartz, Dudenhefer, Woodson, Brito, Crisp, Milde
Nay: (0)
Absent: (1) Sterling

Resolution CM08-22a reads as follows:

A RESOLUTION TO CERTIFY THE ACTIONS OF THE STAFFORD COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS IN A CLOSED MEETING ON NOVEMBER 5, 2008

WHEREAS, the Board has, on this the 5th day of November, 2008, adjourned into a closed meeting in accordance with a formal vote of the Board and in accordance with the provisions of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act; and

WHEREAS, the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, as it became effective July 1, 1989, provides for certification that such Closed Meeting was conducted in conformity with law;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Stafford County Board of Supervisors does hereby certify, on this the 5th day of November, 2008, that to the best of each member's knowledge: (1) only public business matters lawfully exempted from open meeting requirements under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act were discussed in the Closed Meeting to which this certification applies; and (2) only such public business matters as were identified in the Motion by which the said Closed Meeting was convened were heard, discussed, or considered by the Board. No member dissents from the aforesaid certification.

At At 5:02 P. M., the Chairman declared a recess.

Call to Order. At 7:03 P. M. the Chairman called the meeting back to order.

Pledge of Allegiance. Mr. Schwartz acknowledged Boy Scout David Silk, who led in the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.
Invocation. Mr. Schwartz gave the Invocation.
Legislative; Presentations by the Public The following persons spoke on topics as identified:

Joe Grainger - Staffing at Fire and Rescue Stations
Jonathan Henson - Staffing at Fire and Rescue Stations

Legislative; Consider Allocation of Business, Professional and Occupational License Tax Revenues. Ms. Maria Perrotte, Chief Financial Officer, gave a presentation and responded to Board members questions.

The Chairman opened a public hearing.
No one desired to speak.
The Chairman closed the public hearing.

Mr. Schwartz motioned, seconded by Mr. Brito, to adopt proposed Ordinance O08-76.

Mr. Milde made a sub motion to defer this item until January, 2010.

The Voting Board tally was:
Yea: (3) Sterling, Milde, Dudenhefer
Nay: (4) Woodson, Brito, Crisp, Schwartz

Discussion ensued.

Mr. Sterling made a motion to move positions that are currently paid for out of the Transportation Fund over to the General Fund when the tax takes effect.

The Voting Board tally was:
Yea: (4) Sterling, Milde, Dudenhefer, Crisp
Nay: (3) Woodson, Brito, Schwartz

The Board returned to the original motion of Mr. Schwartz, seconded by Mr. Brito to adopt proposed Ordinance O08-76.

The Voting Board tally was:
Yea: (4) Crisp, Woodson, Brito, Schwartz
Nay: (2) Sterling, Dudenhefer
Abstain: (1) Milde

Planning and Zoning; Amend and Reordain the Zoning Ordinance by Amending the Zoning District Map to Reclassify from B-1, Convenience Commercial to A-1, Agricultural Zoning District at 122 Mountain Avenue Mr. Jeff Harvey, Director of Planning and Zoning gave a presentation and responded to Board members questions.

The Chairman opened a public hearing.
No one desired to speak.
The Chairman closed the public hearing.
Mr. Crisp motioned, seconded by Mr. Milde to adopt proposed Ordinance O08-77.

The Voting Board tally was:
Yea: (7) Schwartz, Dudenhefer, Woodson, Brito, Crisp, Milde, Sterling
Nay: (0)

Planning and Zoning; Consider a Conditional Use Permit at 122 Mountain Avenue Mr. Jeff Harvey, Director of Planning and Zoning gave a presentation and responded to Board members questions.

The Chairman opened a public hearing.
No one desired to speak.
The Chairman closed the public hearing.
Mr. Crisp motioned, seconded by Mr. Milde to adopt proposed Resolution R08-480.

The Voting Board tally was:
Yea: (7) Schwartz, Dudenhefer, Woodson, Brito, Crisp, Milde, Sterling
Nay: (0)

Planning and Zoning; Consider a Conditional Use Permit at 200 Rabbit Road Mr. Jeff Harvey, Director of Planning and Zoning gave a presentation and responded to Board members questions.

The Chairman opened a public hearing.
No one desired to speak.
The Chairman closed the public hearing.
Mr. Crisp motioned, seconded by Mr. Milde to adopt proposed Resolution R08-482.

The Voting Board tally was:
Yea: (7) Schwartz, Dudenhefer, Woodson, Brito, Crisp, Milde, Sterling
Nay: (0)

Planning and Zoning; Consider a Conditional Use Permit at 244 Thorny Point Road Mr. Jeff Harvey, Director of Planning and Zoning gave a presentation and responded to Board members questions.

The Chairman opened a public hearing.
No one desired to speak.
The Chairman closed the public hearing.
Mr. Milde motioned, seconded by Mr. Sterling to defer adopt proposed Resolution R08-484 for two weeks.

The Voting Board tally was:
Yea: (7) Schwartz, Dudenhefer, Woodson, Brito, Crisp, Milde, Sterling
Nay: (0)

Planning and Zoning; Consider an Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan – Urban Services Area Road Mr. Jeff Harvey, Director of Planning and Zoning gave a presentation and responded to Board members questions.

The Chairman opened a public hearing and the following persons spoke:

Charlie Payne - Defer this item
Harvey Gold - Defer this item

Mr. Milde motioned, seconded by Mr. Dudenhefer to defer this item.

Mr. Brito made a substitute motion, seconded by Mr. Crisp, to defer this item to the November 20th meeting for staff to show areas that Mr Brito wants included in the USA (Musselman Park, Bus Facility, Wyatt Land, Tridex)

Mr Dudenhefer made a second substitute motion, seconded by Mr. Sterling to defer to a work session to determine if the Urban Services Area and the Comprehensive Plan can be combined.

The Voting Board tally was:
Yea: (3) Dudenhefer, Milde, Sterling
Nay: (4) Schwartz, Woodson, Brito, Crisp

The Board returned to the substitute motion of Mr. Brito, seconded by Mr. Crisp, to defer this item to the November 20th meeting.

The Voting Board tally was:
Yea: (4) Schwartz, Woodson, Brito, Crisp
Nay: (3) Dudenhefer, Milde, Sterling

At At 8:15 P. M., the Chairman declared a recess.

At 8:26 P.M., the Chairman called the meeting back to order.

Fire and Rescue Insurance Services Office Follow-up. Mr. Rob Brown, Fire Chief, gave a presentation and responded to Board members questions.

Discussion ensued.

Hearing no objections from the Board, the Chairman stated that the Chief was going to have to make the decision, he had already zeroed in on Proposal #1 and stated further that he would appoint Mr. Sterling and himself to a committee to determine a resolution to the career staffing for Fire and Rescue.

Adjournment. At 9:20 P.M., the Chairman declared the meeting adjourned.

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Anthony J. Romanello, ICMA-CM George H. Schwartz
County Administrator Chairman