Onancock Town Council Meeting  AGENDA March 27, - 2017 7:00 p.m.  1. Call to Order and Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Public Business  3. Consideration and. Approval of the Regular Meeting on February 27,2017.  a. Eastern Shore Communications Proposal to Extend Fiber Optic to the Wharf, b. Free Little Library Proposal, Ms. Kathy Carmody and Mrs. Janet Rochester C. Partial Demolition oft the Accessory Structure at the Old Onancock High  Mr. William Kerbin  School, Mr. William Kerbin  d. Onancock School Lease Addendum, Mr. William Kerbin  5. Public Comment  6. Planning Commission Report - Fletcher Fosque 7. Waterfront Committee Report - T.Lee Byrd 8. Personnel Committee Report 9. Holiday Committee Report - Catherine Krause 10. Mayor's Report 11.Town Manager's Report 12.Closed Session (if needed) 13.Adjourn  *NOTE: The Onancock Town Council willl hold al budget workshop on April 10, 2017 to discuss the FY 2018 Town of Onancock Budget. APublic Hearing will be held in conjunction with the regularly scheduled, April 24, 2017, Town Council meeting. Final Council approval of the FY: 2018 budget is  scheduled for the May 22, 2017 regularly scheduled Town Council meeting.    Town of Onancock Town Council Meeting February: 27,2017 7:00PM  Call to Order and Roll Call:  Mayor Jones called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM and roll was called. Mayor Russell. Jones and Councilmembers T. Lee Byrd, Ray Burger, Joshua Bundick and Fletcher Fosque were present. Councilmembers Robert Bloxom and Catherine Krause were absent. A majority of members were  present and a quorum was established. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.  Consideration and Approval oft the Regular Meeting on January 23,2017 and the Special Meeting on Mayor. Jones asked ift there were any corrections, additions or changes to both sets of minutes that were submitted. Councilmember Bundick stated that the ending time of the February 16, 2017 meeting could not be correct since the beginning time was the same. Mayor Jones said that those minutes would be With no other comments, Councilmember Byrd made a motion to approve the. January 23, 2017 minutes as submitted and the February. 16, 2017minutes as amended. Councilmember Bundick seconded the  February 16, 2017:  amended to reflect the correct ending time.  motion. The motion passed by unanimous voice vote.  Public Business:  a. Public Hearing, Special Use Permit - Mr. & Mrs. Edwin Butterfield, 49 King Street: Mayor Jones opened the public hearing at 7:04 PM. Mr. Doug Small spoke on behalf of the applicants, Mr. and Mrs. Butterfield. Mr. Small explained that the permit is requesting permission from council to put two second story apartments above the building on the corner of North Street and King Street, where the Onancock General Store currently operates a restaurant below. Mr. Small shared that the conceptual plans are in council's hands and asked if anyone has any questions Councilmember Bundick asked Mr. Small how the space is currently being used. Mr. Small shared the space is not currently in use. Mayor. Jones explained that in the past the space had been used for activities such as an office for at therapist and a yoga studio. Councilmember Byrd shared that it is mostly used for storage at this point. Mayor. Jones further explained to the public that the town does not have al building inspector. The only role the town playsi in this process would be to approve the special use, allowing the applicants to apply for a building Mr. Haydon Rochester, King Street, asked Mr. Small where the appliçants plan on having their future tenants park as well as whether the applicants plan on renting on a short-term or long- term basis. Mr. Small said that he was unaware of the details Mr. Rochester requested. Mr. Rochester also asked Mr. Small where the fire egress will be. Mr. Small shared that there isa  about the proposed use.  permit from Accomack County.  plan to add windows.  1    Mayor Jones closed the public hearing at 7:11 PM.  Councilmember Fosque suggested that council add the provision that this special use permit does not transferwith the property. Mayor. Jones questioned that type of provision for commercial properties. Councilmember Byrd stated that special use permits are owner specific every time. Councilmember Fosque stressed that keeping the special use permit owner specific adds al level of control. If the use is creating problems, then council would have the opportunity Councilmember Fosque made a motion to approve the: special use permit with the stipulation that the permit not be transferrable and the occupant must use off-street parking. Mrs. Nancy James, Blarney Stone Pub, mentioned that when she obtained a special use permit for 40 Market Street she was told that the permit would transfer with the building. Mrs. James also mentioned that when: she went through the special use permit application process one of the components to the permit was that they come up with an off-street parking plan for their future tenants. Mayor. Jones stated that parking should be a factor in the permitting process. Councilmember Fosque stated that he believes that if the permit were to transfer with the building than the use should be by right and not by special use permit which iti is currently. Councilmember Fosque stressed the idea of the non-transferable permit as a modicum of Councilmember Fosque stated that he stands by his original motion with the non-transferrable stipulation. Councilmember Byrd: seconded the motion. The motion passed by unanimous voice b. Public Hearing, Special Use Permit - Eastern Shore Enterprises, 51 Market Street: Mayor. Jones opened the public hearing at 7:27 PM. Mr. Dan and. Julie Philips, owners of 51 Market Street, spoke on behalf of their special use permit application. They were requesting permission to renovate the upstairs into a one bedroom apartment and below would be renovated into a 30- seat restaurant. Mr. and Mrs. Phillips shared that they owned a restaurant in Cape Charles for Mrs. Janet Fosque, Market Street, asked what their plans were for fire egress. Mr. and Mrs. Phillips shared that there will be five windows ini the upstairs apartment along with a separate  to deny any future special use permit applications for the parcel.  control that council can maintain.  vote.  eight years prior to this move.  entrance and sprinkler system.  Mayor Jones closed the public hearing at 7:30 PM  Councilmember Fosque made a motion to approve Eastern. Shore Enterprises special use permit application with the stipulation that the permit does not transferwith the building and the occupants must use off-street parking. Councilmember Burgerseconded the motion. The Tourism Commission Presentation- - Ms. Kerry Allison: Ms. Allison presented council witha summaryo ofVirginia'stourism: over the past year. Virginia is the second fastest growing tourism region with visitors spending a total of $261.1 million. Taxes collected by' Virginia localities  motion passed by unanimous voice vote.  2    totaled seven million dollars. Ms. Allison also reviewed the marketing base line strategy and  action plan for tourism.  Council thanked Ms. Allison for her briefing.  d. Friends of Onancock School Annual Report, Ms. Joani Donohoe: Mrs. Carol Tunstall, newly elected Friends of Onancock Board President, spoke to council about their annual report. Mrs. Tunstall shared that they are excited to be celebrating ten years as a vibrant community center. Some of the highlights are as follows: replacement of the HVAC in the main conference room; full system duct work in class rooms; repaired a section oft the roof; water damage repair; as well asar major renovation to the restrooms and service kitchen. Mrs. Tunstall shared that they currently have 100% of the space on the first floor rented and the grounds are available to the public 24 hours a day seven days a week. Mrs. Tunstall shared that 78,000 people visit different functions on the grounds over the course of a year. There has also been an increase of minority usage oft the grounds which is an excellent reflection of the diversity of our community. The Friends of Onancock School has five new board members who are excited and energized about the coming year. Mrs. Tunstall thanked council for their time and asked ift there were any Councilmember Fosque asked ift there were any immediate plans for demolition of the old building out back that is falling down. Mr. William Kerbin, Town Manager, explained that town Councilmember Fosque asked that the Friends of Onancock School Board come back to council soon with additional updates. Mrs. Tunstall shared that there are no current plans for that but that they would once they get some other item prioritized. Mrs. Tunstall stressed that the Mrs. Tunstall also shared that they are interested in having a town council member sit on the board. Councilmember Burger shared that Councilmember Krause had expressed interest in Mayor. Jones asked if their current budget was sufficient for their building maintenance needs. Mrs. Tunstall shared that int two years they will be able to apply for a community foundation grant which should help with: some of the bigger ticket items. They are also working on building Mrs. Ann Nock, Market Street, read a poem aloud that highlighted the town's fortune for being in the center of the Eastern Shore of Virginia as well as having the Old Onancock School in the center of town. She stated that there are no limits to the town's possibilities with a vivacious community center in the center of town. Mrs. Nock also thanked the Friends of Onancock School's Board for their hard work on bringing the school to where iti is today. e. Onançock School Lease Agreement Addendum, Mr. William Kerbin: Mr. Kerbin shared that he met with Councilmember Krause to discuss the Friends of Onancock School's coming ten-year benchmark as well as an addendum to the lease. Mr. Kerbin encouraged council to review the suggested new benchmarks for the lease addendum which were included in the agenda paçket.  questions.  staff is already working on coming up with a plan for that project.  safety of the building is key to their agenda.  that post.  their capital account for these repairs as well.  3    Councilmember Fosque asked when the lease expires. Mr. Kerbin shared that this August will Councilmember Bundick shared that council observed the public support for the Friends of Onancock School last year and if they continue to show facility improvements than he is happy Councilmember Byrd stated that the Friends of Onancock School has come al long wayi in the Proposed Homestay Regulations, Mr. William Kerbin: Councimember Fosque shared that the sticking point for council seemed to be the owner-occupied clause. The language was brought back to the Planning Commission for further review but they decided to keep the original language intact. Councilmember Fosque shared that he met with Mr. Kerbin to iron out the owner-occupied language so that council would vote affirmatively oni it. The language before council tonight allows owners to not have to establish residency but it only allows one special Councilmember Fosque made a motion to adopt the revised homestay ordinance and incorporate this ordinance into the Town ofOnancock Code as Section 24-16(c). Councilmember Byrd. seconded the motion. The motion passed by unanimous voice vote.  be their ten-year benchmark.  with them maintaining the lease. rehabilitation of the school and grounds.  use permit per land owner.  Free Little Library, Ms. Kathy Carmody: Postponed.  h. Request to Change Business License from Gross Receipts to Taxable Income, Ms. Terris Kennedy: Ms. Kennedy, Blarney Stone Pub, shared that the business license taxi is based on a percentage of the business's gross sales receipts. This amount includes state and meals tax which is money that the restaurant does not keep. Ms. Kennedy urged council to change the formula to earned Mayor. Jones stated that the business license tax is not based on gross sales receipts plus taxes receipted. Those dollars are just a pass through to the taxing authorities. Iti is uncommon to pay Councilmember Fosque shared that the state code limits what the localities can do when Mr. Kerbin stated that the town attorney, John Custis, shared that the town could move from taxing the gross sales receipts to taxable income if that was council's desire. Mayor Jones warned council to be careful if considering moving the business license taxt from gross sales receipts to taxable income. He stated that there are many ways businesses could use Mr. Kerbin stated that he would check with the Virginia Municipal League for further research  income in lieu of gross sales receipts.  taxes on at tax.  assessing taxes and fees.  that formula to their advantage.  on this matter.  4    Public Comment:  Mrs. Nancy. James, Blarney Stone Pub, reminded everyone that the O'Nancock. St. Patrick's Day Parade and Celtic Festival were coming up on March 12, 2017. Mrs.. James encouraged any interested  volunteers to let Mr. Haydon Rochester know.  Mr. Haydon Rochester, King Street, asked council to remember the Virginia Commission oft the Arts Local Challenge Grant when drafting their fiscal year budget. The Eastern Shore of Virginia Orchestra receives $1000.00 ay year from the town, half ofv which is reimbursed to the town through the grant. Mr. Kent Sudman, Meadville Drive, mentioned that the Chesapeake Bay Magazine had a nice write up  about the Old Onancock High School and Maritime Museum.  Planning Commission Report: a few months.  Councilmember Fosque said that there was no meeting but that in the March meeting they willl be reviewing the town's Comprehensive Plan. Councilmember Fosque estimated that this process will take  Waterfront Committee Report:  Councilmember Byrd shared that the floating docks project will be postponed until the end oft the 2017 boating season. This is due to the lengthy permitting process. Councilmember Byrd shared that Harbormaster Ruth Melcher found a full-time job at Eastern Shore Nurseries. She will continue as the town's harbormaster but on a part-time basis. The town has also hired Mrs. Edith Platt as a dockhand to assist Mrs. Deb Melcher who will be at the wharf on a more full-time basis as the Harbormaster Assistant. Councilmember Byrd shared that several boating clubs have already made reservations for the coming season. Also, Mr. Tom Bonino has asked to use one of our slips for about two to four hours and the new owners of the Inn at Onancock are also int the process of organizing an evening cruise for their guests. The initial thought is that they may be able to share a slip with the Tangier Ferry. Councilmember Byrd shared that the tentative opening of the wharfi is slated for April 1, 2017. Mayor. Jones shared that Harbormaster Melcher worked on a seasonal budget for the wharf over the past few months. It was modeled after last season's numbers. Unfortunately, all three holiday weekends over the past season' were rained out. Had they not been then the wharf would have almost  doubled its profits for last season. Personnel Committee Report: No report. Holiday Committee Report:  Mrs.. Janet Fosque, Holiday Committee, spoke to council requesting that council consider increasing their budget next fiscal year from $5,000 to $8,000. Mrs. Fosque continued to state that she neededa verbal commitment from council this evening sO that the town could capitalize on the sale that Mosca was having in the month of February. Mrs. Fosque shared that Mosca has offered to defer billing the town until. July! but that iti is important that the town order now to take advantage oft the sale. Mrs.  5    Fosque stressed that she needed council to at least commit to funding the Christmas Decorations line Councilmember Fosque stated that $5,0001 has been the standard appropriation for the past few years Mayor Jones urged council to consider this verbal agreement carefully since the town is currently unable to pay deserving employees appropriately as well as are unable to pave roads that are in disrepair. Mrs. Fosque explained to council that this expenditure will be recurring int future budgets, once items are purchased monies will need to be appropriated for their upkeep. Mrs. Fosque asked council for Mayor Jones asked council if they were all in agreement. Everyone confirmed that they were.  item for the coming fiscal year at $5,000.  and that he supports that amount for the coming year as well.  their verbal commitment.  Mayor's Report: No report.  Town Manager's Report:  Town Manager William Kerbin shared the following updates with council.  Discussed community development projects with the Accomack Northampton Planning District Commission for potential projects in the Northeast section of town, streetscape projects and The town's FY16 audit was recently completed and the final report is due any day. Thei town is currently reviewing proposals for several entities for telephone upgrade ini town hall as well the wharf, police department and the wastewater treatment plant. Recently, the Town of Onley asked us to speak at their council meeting to discuss the possibility The 4th Annual O'Nancock St. Patrick's Parade and Celtic festival will be held on Sunday, March The Town Manager and Department Heads are in the process of reviewing and updating the town's Personnel Manual and suggested edits should be completed by! late March and will be Lastly, the town has hired a new Administrative Assistant, Mariellen Mearsheimer, who will  possible renovations to the Old Onancock High School.  ofextending our sewer: services to their town.  12, 2017.  submitted to the Personnel Committee at that time.  begin March 1, 2017. Closed Session (if needed):  None. Adjourn:  Mrs. Ann Nock, Market Street, asked that council draft and pass a Proclamation welcoming the new Councilmember Bundick made a motion to adjourn. Councilmember Fosque seconded the motion. The  hospital to Accomack County.  motion passed by unanimous voice vote.  6    The meeting was adjourned at 8:51F PM.  Russell. Jones, Mayor  Lisa Fiege, Deputy Clerk    Eastern Shore communications AGIGANEIE EBOADIMMDCOWPANT  EasternSHORE Communications, LLC  P.O. Box 615 Cape Charles VA23310 (757)695.2080 SPIN: 143036101  Proposal: 0000355 March 2, 2017 2pages Client Town of Onancock Mr. William Kerbin 151 North Street Onancock, VA23417 Proposal Overview This proposali is for Fiber optici internett to Harbor Masteroffice. About Us  located in Norfolk, Cape Charles and Wallops Island. We offer up to 10 Gigabit broadband internet and transport service as well as VOIP telephone, Cloud hosting services, rack-space, customer premise network design services, and engineering and technology consulting to maximize internet and network based Numerous commercial references are available upon request. Payment Structure 50% of NRC due at signing. Balance at projectcompletion. Signatures  productivity.  Eastern Shore communications is an established Internet Service Provider (ISP)serving commercial customers from Hampton Roads Virginia across' Virginia's and Maryland's Eastern Shore. Our commercial and industrial customers include the largest employers int the region, and: some of the largest hospitality enterprises in the Mid Atlantic. We also provide residential services and last mile coverage in rural communities in all of our market areas. Our network backbone is a state of the art fiber optic network that reaches from Washington DC1 to Atlanta Georgia, with interconnection to other fiber networks the worid over. Our secure network operations centers are diversely 02 Eastern Shore Communications, LLC.A Allrights reserved.  Acceptance of proposal and SLA terms Eastern Shore Communications  Name: Title: Date: Signature: CUSTOMER Name: Title: Date: Signature:  Ronald van Geijn President  Additional costsf fori installation, extending the point ofc demarcation, construction, insidev wiringa ande equipment may apply. Offer does noti include applicable taxes, surcharges orf fees. Other restrictions maya apply.  2014  11    Enterprise Data Products Service Level Agreement  Eastern Shore communications CCMATHDGOCOwN  Detailed Description  Install fiber to harbor master office. Aerial Installation (fig.1) will provide clearance of 17.8' (approx.) Eastern Shore Communications will pay for 5Mbps of Dedicated Internet Access to the Harbor Masters Office. Town will payf for installation of circuit. Eastemn. Shore Communkcations will be allowed to install  across. parking lot.  Fixed Wireless Antenna.  -  ANEGPO  sisse Vilesion RCEROPAELEE  Gs  Pricing  Standard Fiber Installation as shown in Figure above Monthly Recurring Fee Dedicated Internet access 5Mb/5Mb  $700* $0  Additional costs fork installation, extending the point ofc demarcation, construction, inside wiringa and equipment apply. Offer does noti include applicable taxes, surcharges orf fees. Otherr restrictions may: apply.  may  21  02 20148 Easterns Shore Communications, LLC. Allnghts reserved.    rroposec fion  Kaikdainly  Free Little  7  Library Proposal  SUMMARY: 1, as an individual, will payf fort the materials and construction of one Free Little Library, along with the pole/post fori installation and stock it with thei initial supply of books. will further take responsibility, once al location has been determined, to register it with the Free Little Library organization, provide thei instructions/marketing materials that are housed within the library itself and  maintain it for ar minimum of three (3) years from installation.  REQUESTS:  1) Request support for1 the project from the library and/or the Friends of the Library so that it does 2) That the location chosen is somewhere within a reasonable distance from my own residence to a. Options/Suggestions: Within the town of Onancock near the marina or town gazebo or perhaps somewhere on the walking path/campus of Riverside Hospital. b. Rationale for those suggestions: Someplace that would have transient or visitor traffic which would extend efforts to promote local library efforts. 3) An Agreement with the library or the Friends of the Library thati if damage from vandalism occurs to the structure such that monies are needed to repair during the initial three years, that  not appear to be unsanctioned or at odds with the local library efforts. assist with the time and efforts to maintain the Little Library.  those costs would be shared/split between myself and the library.  EXAMPLES/IDEAS:  Little Free Library Proposal 125. January 2017    ADDITIONAL NPORMATOW/RESOURES: Atps/Attehelan.or  Registration process: Atp/Atefrelban-om/issistatongres/  CONTACT INFORMATION: Kathy Carmody 24440 Nancock Gardens Road Onancock, VA 23417 (h)787-7907 (w) 789-3115 ERAtishoresmilken ammoyeoasonaias  Little Free Library Proposal 125. January 2017    How to install Your Little Free Library  Materials 8ft-4"x4" post 2ft-2"x6" piece ofv wood 6 6-21/2" lags screws 3"e exterior lag: screws  1.Tostart, youy willr need an 8ft.- 4"x4" treated post. Anyl kind will work, but cedar tonei is our favorite. 2. Cut the post 5ft. long. 3. With ther remaining piece make side anglel braces. Cut each piece 10 3/4" long and cut 45 angles on thes ends. 4. Cut a platform as wide: as the Little Free Libraryouto oft the: 2"x6" piece of wood. 5. Mount the angled braces to the! 5ft. post with 3" exterior lags screws and then attach the 2"x6 6" platform using 6- 2%" lag screws. First, pre-drill a slightly smaller hole to makei it easier toi install the lag screw. Use 3" lag: screws to enhance the 6. Dig a 24" deep hole and install the post. Make sure to use al level and tamp the dirt hard with a shovel tos secure the post. 7. Drille 61 holes through the bottom of the Little Free Library. The holes need tor match up with the post platform. Use the 6-2 1/2" lag screws to attach the platform to 8. You are done! Now take a picture of youandy your friends bys your Little Free Li- brary and register it via our website: www. ittiefreelbrary.org. Go to the contacts sec- tion to find registration. 9.6 Build another Little Free Library. People always say, youc can'tj just build one!  24i inches deep  holding power.  3.  the library.  widthoflibrary  5.  4.  Steward's Guide Little Free Library@ 1 Updated November 2014    SUGGESTED MOTION: Mr. Mayor, I move to approve the partial demolition of an outbuilding at Onancock School and assume any costs associated with the demolition excluding  the storage and removal ofthe debris.  AGENDA School.  TOWN COUNCIL  March 27, 2017  SUBJECT: Demolition of the rear portion of the shop building located bchind thc Onancock RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of demolition and costs associated  with the demolition except for storage and removal oft the debris  TIMING: Current  DISCUSSION: The rear part oft the shop building has been in a dilapidated condition and poscs health and safety risks to the general public. The Town maintenance staff will demolish the rear of the building and the Friends of Onancock School will assume responsibility ofthe storage and  removal oft the debris. Staff: Bill Kerbin Town Manager Attachment: Copy:    Onancock Town Council Friends of Onancock: School Lease Agreement Addendum  Preliminary 10-year Evaluation and Recommendation  Date: February 2017  To: Friends ofOnancock: School Board of Directors From: Onancock Town Managerand Council  Introduction Signed August 27, 2007  Friends of Onancock School (FOS) Lease Agreement with the Town of Onancock.  The lease agreementi includes but is not limited to, the following;  40-yearlease with a prepaid one-time rental charge of $40.00, which covers the lease term. Town water and sewage (up to 43,100 gallons per quarter) provided by the' Town at no charge. Hazard: insurance including, fire, water and wind provided by the Town at no charge.  By signing this lease the FOS was given full use of premises.  By signing this lease the FOS also agreed to accomplish specific goals, outlined in Section 4(a)(b) and (c). 1. Commence: stabilization afheschoal.indhwdint.hat. not lmitedto.repairwhere mud incursion has 2. Developa funding Dlamincladngeant:anial campaigns-pledgedrives.cultivation events.sales.a schedule of fees andr rental charges.and: anj implementation: schedule for the fundingplan.  Those goals included the following 1 year, 5year and 10 year requirements.  Before the first anniversary ofthisl lease, the FOS shall occurred. and repairo oftheroof.columns. and woodwork.  a. Complete two cultivation events b. Complete one major fundraising event Rent space to at least two anchor tenants  d. Apply for and diligently pursue 501(c)(3) status under the IRS code  Before the fifth anniversary of this lease, the FOS: shall 1. Have 50% of the available space; internal and external, in use 2. Complete two annual special events to bel held on an ongoing basis 3. Have adaptive rehabilitation in progress 4. Have funding sources in licwharafdamtany: operating expenses 5. Maintain ongoing fundraising efforts Before the tenth anniversary of this lease (2017), the FOS shall 1. Complete the major adaptive rehabilitation projects 2. Have rents.fees and fundraising proceeds sufficienttos upportschooactivles 3. Have 75% oft the available space (interior and exterior) in use  4. Have ongoing annual events Agreementand conditions.  Evaluation  2017 Town Council 10-year preliminary evaluation of the FOSI Board Compliance with the Lease 1. In 2011 the FOS obtained a structural assessment oft the building. This was done by the Becker and Morgan architectural firm. This assessment included high priority items that addressed building stability and safety. The FOSBODI has used this report to guide building repairs. However, there is opportunity to take another look at the engineering recommendations to identify those repairs that are still pending  and to put a plan inj place to address them. 2. There is a need to define the term Adaptive Rehabilitation.  1    Onancock Town Council Friends of Onancock School Lease. Agreement Addendum  Preliminary 10-year Evaluation and Recommendation  3. The town of Onancock has not fulfilled the lease requirement that: ai town council member attend FOS 4. Based upon thej progress that the FOS have made the town of Onancock would like to offer thanks and  BOD meetings.  pledge to become a more active partner in this relationship. 5. Implement fundraising strategies to support operations ofs school:  a. Develop fundraising campaign to solicit donations from school alumni, the community: and b. Investigate and pursue grants from federal, state and private funding sources.  supporters of school.  2    Town Manager's Report March27,2017  Community Development Projects  The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development staff will plan to visit on March 27-29. We will tour the Northeast section, downtown and the Onancock School in order to  assist with community development grant planning.  Town Audit  The accounting firm of Robinson, Farmer, Cox and Associates has completed their annual audit of the town's finances and a final report has been submitted to the Town. Our auditors did not have any significant findings and complimented the town on its internal controls.  Telephone Upgrade tor review these proposals. Personne! Manual  The Towni has received 4 proposals regarding upgrades to its telephone system. Staffis continuing  Department heads and the Town Manager are finalizing a revised Personnel Manual. We plan to send a recommendation to the Personnel Committee in early April. Iwant to extend a thank you to Police Chief Eric Williams and Bryan Horton Wastewater Operator in Charge for their  leadership on this project. OSHAt training  Maintenance staff and I attended an OSHA training on March 16 that was conducted by our insurance carrier, VMLIP. Representatives will be conducting a risk assessment on April 6 to  ensure that we are in compliance with all OSHA rules.  Wharf  Wharfstaffcontinue to prepare for the opening oft the wharfincluding cleaning and making minor repairs. Maintenance staff has completed electrical upgrades and other repairs around the wharf. Iwant to extend a special thank you to Steve Johnsen for making repairs to the docks and power washing the docks. He has becn a tremendous asset for wharf operations. Ialso want to extend a thank you to the Onancock Volunteer Fire Company for their donation of old fire hose to line the  bulkhead.    Budget Preparations  We are working on preliminary figures for the FY 2018 Town budget. A budget workshop is  planned for April 10, 2017 and aj public hearing on the budget will be held on April 24, 2017 during the regularly scheduled Town Council meeting.  Samual Outlaw building  We have officially formed a nonprofit for the operation of the Samual Outlaw building. Gerald Boyd and I met with Dr. Mark Williams who is a blacksmith up at Furnace Town outside Snow Hill, MD. He has offered to come down to provide demonstrations once the shop is operational.  A board meeting will be held sometime in late April.    ONANCOCK POLICE DEPARTMENT Summary of Police Activities for  February 2017  Events initiated  1,251  Court:  Number of times attended Amount of fines  Once $1,943.00  Calls for Service-  5- Domestic 2- Disorderly Conduct 1-E Eluding 3-1 Trespassing 1-DUI 2- Drug Violations 1-N Missing Person    Activity Log Event Summary (Cumulative Totals)  ONANCOCK POLICE DEPARTMENT 02012017-02282017,  <No Event Type Specified>  3 102.Verbal Warning 107. BUSINESS- Assist 3 113. Domestic (verbal only) 1 117.Fail To Secure A Child Under 4 YOA 4 128. Mental Health Problems 3 132. Wharf Check 703 145. ISSUED NOTICE OF SUSPENSION 2 15. Assist State Police 1 18. Assisted Onley Police Department 7 22. BUSINESS- Check 2 24. CITIZEN- Assist 5 27. Court 4 34. Driving under the Influence 2 41. Found Property 1 49. REGISTRATION- improper 1 56. No Front Tag! Displayed 19 61. DRIVER LICENSE- none or explred 1 63. No or Expired Town Sticker 2 69. Pass On Yellow Line(s) 77. Reckless Driving Speeding 80. Residençe Check 11 84. Served" Trespass Notice 14 89. Speeding 20 and above Limit 5 91.DRIVERI LICENSE- suspended or revoked 1 96. Tinted Windows  62 7 5 1 2 89 3 1 14 158 3  11./ Assist Another Onancock Police Officer 114. TRAINING 12. Assist Fire and Rescue 13.Assist Motorist 142. SPECIALI PATROL. AREA 148. Welfare Check 150. HEADLIGHTS- Driver falledt to dim 2. Alarm Activation 23. BUSINESS- Found Open After Hours 25. CITIZEN- Complaint 29. Defective Equipment 38. Fail To Stop For Stop Sign 45. Hang-Up 911call 54. Missing Person 60. No or Expired Inspection Sticker 62. REGISTATION- none or expired 68. Parking Ticket 71. Possession of Marijuana 78. Refuse blood or breath test 82. Seat Belt 88. Speeding 10-19 MPH over Limit 9. Assist ACSD 94. SUSPICIOUS- Vehicle Total Number Of Events: 1,285  5 4 1 109 1 3 6 3