Onancock Town Council Meeting  AGENDA JANUARY251/2016 7:00 p.m.  1. Call to Order and Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 23rd,2015. 4. Public Business  3. Consideration and Approval ofl Minutes from the Regular Meetings on November  a. Public Hearing: Cochran/Heath Special Use Permit b. Zoning Administrator. Appointment Proposed Policy on Participation on' Town Committees  5. Public Comment  6. Planning Commission Report - Fletcher Fosque 7. Marketing Committee Report- John E. Morgan 8. Personnel Committee Report 9. Waterfront Committee Report-T. Lee Byrd 10.Christmas Committee - Catherine Krause 11. Mayor's Report 12. Town Manager's Report 13. Mayor and Town Council Comments 14 Closed Session (ifneeded)  15. Adjourn    Town of Onancock Town Council November 23", 2015  Call to Order and Roll Call:  Mayor. Jones called the meeting to order and roll was called. Mayor Russell. Jones and Councilmembers T. Lee Byrd, Catherine Krause, John Morgan, Sandra Fox, Joshua Bundick and Fletcher Fosque were Consideration and Approval of the Minutes from the Regular Meeting on October 29",2015: Mayor. Jones asked if there were any changes, corrections or additions to the minutes as they were Councilmember Bundick pointed out that his last name was misspelled on page one. With no other corrections, Councilmember Byrd made a motion to approve the amended minutes. Councilmember Bundick. seconded: the motion. The motion passed by unanimous voice vote.  present. All members were present and a quorum was established.  submitted.  Public Business:  a. BZA Appointment: Mayor Jones explained that one oft the members of the Board of Zoning Appeals has asked to be replaced due to health reasons. Mayor. Jones shared that the Town has two interested candidates for the position; Mr.John! Simpkins and Mr. Jim McGowan. Council will need to approve one name to go before the Accomack County Circuit. Judge for approval. Mayor. Jones asked for dialogue on the candidates. Councilmember Krause shared that both candidates are more than qualified. Councilmember Byrd pointed out that Mr. Simpkins has served in previous years. Councilmember Fosque suggested that since Mr. Simpkins has already Councilmember Fosque made a motion to recommend the appointment of Mr.. Jim McGowan to the Board of Zoning Appeals to the Accomack County Circuit Court. Judge. Councilmember Bundick seconded the motion. The motion passed by unanimous voice vote. b. Supplemental Appropriation: Mayor. Jones explained that the Agenda highlights two supplemental appropriations that needed to be addressed this evening but the Tree Board item Mayor. Jones went on to explain that some donations had been receipted by the Towni for the purpose of purchasing certain Christmas Decorations. Approval ofs supplemental: appropriations is the wayi in funds not previously budgeted can be acknowledged in the Town's Christmas Councilmember Bundick made a motion to approve the Christmas Committee's. supplemental appropriation in the amount of $1,100.00 (Revenue Line 103189.9001 and Expenditure Line 104001.5803). Councilmember Fox seconded the motion. The motion passed by unanimous  served once why not allow Mr. McGowan the opportunity this time.  had already been addressed at a previous Council Meeting.  Decorations budget line item.  voice vote.  1    Unison Proposal - Mayor. Jones explained that this issue has already been heard publicly twice and the terms have remained the same. The Town will receive a $274,000 payment to take over anyl leases currently on the water tower as well as 60% of any future water tower leases. Mayor Jones continued on to explain that this lump sum would go a long way to helping the Town secure matching grant funds for future projects. Mr. Custis, Town Attorney, has also had an Councilmember Krause explained that with the ever changing world oft technology entities may not bel looking for water tower rentals in the future. Councilmember Krause shared that the Town may want to move forward with Unison because in at few years there may be no water Mayor. Jones explained that this motion is to allow Town Staff to move forward with formalizing Councilmember Byrd made a motion to direct staff toj formalize an agreement between Unison, Inc. and the Town of Onancock. The terms of the deal shall not be less than $274,000 fora40 year lease. Councilmember Krause: seconded. motion. MayorJones asked for any public comments prior to the vote. With none, the motion passed by unanimous voice vote. d. Proposed Policy on participation on Town Committees, G. Cabell Lawton, IV Town Manager and Councilmember John Morgan- - Mayor. Jones shared that Councilmember Krause brought up some interesting questions about what constitutes a committee int the Town of Onancock. What aret the formal policies that guide Town Committees? Mayor. Jones explained that those questions prompt Council to take a stepl back to revisit the making of a committee. Councilmember Krause shared that the Town is on the brink of additional growth and opportunity. In the previous years the Town was smaller and more consolidated and committee rules and guidelines were passed down the chain verbally. Over time committee structure and the rules governing that structure have faded. Councilmember Krause continued on to say that with the intended new growth the Town is looking endeavor upon comes the need for formal policies to govern the Town's Committees. Councilmember Krause shared that she has been researching other small town policies and procedures on committees to help create a foundation for Onancock to model a new policy after. Councilmember Krause put togethera draft policy document to help start the conversation on how to structure the Town's policies and procedures regarding committees. Councilmember Krause stressed that at formal policy needs to be adopted sO that there is no confusion in future on how committees are to be run and what their function is when bringing forward policy suggestions to Council. Councilmember Krause acknowledged that some committees have to be structured in accordance with' Virginia State Code. Another aspect to consider is who can sit on a committee? Does a committee Mr. Jay Davenport, Poplar Cove, shared that it was his understanding that if you were nota a town resident than you could be a non-voting member on certain committees. Ms. Ann Nock, Market Street, shared that there are: several people who live in Onancock but not int the town limits thati feel that they are still apart of the Town of Onancock. The Town should  opportunity to review the proposal, finding the contract favorable.  tower rental revenue to be had. ana agreement with Unison.  member have to be al landowner ort tax payer?  not discourage their willingness to participate on Town Committees.  2    Mayor. Jones expressed his concern for non-town residents making recommendations: about how' Town taxi money gets spent considering they did not contribute to those funds. Mayor. Jones asked committee chairs to review Councilmember Krause's draft policy proposal and come back to Council with thoughts on how to move forward with the policy changes. Mr. Alan Silverman, Parker Street, thanked Councilmember Krause for taking her time to research this issue and put together a draft document. Mr. Silverman continued ont to say that hei is concerned that if the Town limits who can: serve on a committee then the Town may be  losing out on the opportunity to utilize non-town residents' talents.  Public Comment: Christmas Homes Tour.  Mrs. Nancy Stephan, North Street, asked that brush and limb debris be picked up prior to the Onancock Mrs.. Janet Fosque, Onancock Farmer's Market, shared that the Onancock Farmer's Market has achieved non-profit status. Mrs. Fosque asked ift the Market will need to re-apply for the Special Use Permit due tot the change in entity. Mrs. Fosque would also like to alter the terms of the permit by dropping the timeframe of operation. Currently, the Market can operate from May-October with one holiday market in November. Mrs. Fosque shared that they will be requesting that the timeframe restrictions on the Mrs.. Janet Rochester, King Street, shared her concern with the Special Use Permit submitted by Mr. Gary Cochran and Mrs. Charlotte Heath. The Onancock Planning Commission heard the application ina Public Hearing November 17th, 2015 and voted to advise Council to approve it. Mrs. Rochester expressed her concern that the business should stayi in the business district and not int the residential district. Mrs. Rochester is also concerned about thel lack of support for the Special Use Permit by neighbors and business owners in Town. With: several objecting whyi is permit being recommended for Councilmember Fosque explained that the scope oft their application was changed in the Planning Commission meeting. They are now applying to operate al bed and breakfast at their home address which is allowed in the Residential-1A: zone with a Special Use Permit. Councilmember Fosque further shared that the Planning Commission was surprised wheni it was discovered that they had already been using their home address as an extension of The Charlotte Hotel without the permit being in place. Councilmember Fosque expressed his concern fort the amendment to the application, from rooms to rent at their home location as an extension to their business to an actual bed and breakfast, stating that Mrs. Heather Silverman, Parker Street, stressed that Mr. Cochran was not forth coming with the fact that they had already been operating out of their home location without the permit in place. Mrs. Silverman explained thati it only came to lighti int the Planning Commission meeting because others Mrs. Dawn Erato, King Street, read aloud al letter from Mrs. Shirley Zamora. The letter expressed several concerns such as; operating without the permit in place and the applicants disregard for the rule of law.  permit be dropped.  approval.  they may need to reapply with that distinction before asking Council for approval.  brought it to the Town's attention.  3    The letter continued on to ask that this matter be addressed swiftly by Town Staff demanding Mr. Mayor. Jones shared that the Town is looking for recourse. Acall has been made to Mr.. John Custis Councilmember Fosque asked that the Public Hearing be set for the December Council Meeting. Councilmember Fox asked that Council also begin to think about what direction the Town will move in Mr. Alan Silverman, Parker Street, is concerned with the lack of enforcement the Town seems to have with issues such as these. Onancock Zoning Ordinance, article XV, 24-94 which clearly defines how the Town will proceed with violators of the ordinance. It states that the individual is guilty ofa misdemeanor. Mr. Silverman feels that the language is straight forward and a good foundation for the Mr. Vincent Erato, King Street, also stood up in opposition, citing concerns with the lack of egress and Mr. Haydon Rochester, King Street, shared another zoning concern in Town. A company called Community Solar appears to have started operating a business in a residential area. Mr. Rochester contacted to the Town Office about this issue and Town Staff said they were not aware of this matter but that the Zoning Administrator would look into when he returned to the office. Mr. Rochester also shared his concern for the lack of brush and limb pick upi in the Town. Also, non-residents were weeding Town property to help keep the town looking nice. Mr. Rochester expressed his deep concern for the Town and its apparent lack of interest in helping to ensure of the values and standards of the town Mr. Silverman, Parker Street, read his letter aloud which spoke to his concern about the nonconforming Councilmember Morgan apologized for this over-sight with Community Solar. Councilmember Morgan explained that he is the listing real estate agent on that property and when the lease was initiated the understanding was that the tenant and his wife would move in on a shore term basis, through the end of November. The renter did mention the possibility of hosting a few meeting there. Councimember Morgan continued on to say that in the spirit of enforcement the sign has come down and they have Mr. Gerald Stephan, North Street, asked if Council would consider having the Town Police Department phones manned 24 hours a day. Mr. Stephan continued on to explain that not alli issues and concerns are! 911 worthy but may still require assistance. Mr. Stephan also wanted Council to remember that there are individuals that rent homes in town so please keep those non-landowners in mind when  Cochran to cease all unpermitted activities. asking for guidance on this matter.  when the discussion of Airbnbs comes up.  Town base its next actions. parking spaces.  remain intact.  use of Community Solar in residential house on King Street.  been asked to vacate the property no later than December 31*, 2015.  drafting the new Town Committee policy.  Planning Commission:  Councilmember Fosque shared that the Planning Commission held al Public Hearing on November 17", 2015 to hear Mr. Cochran's Special Use Permit Application. Councilmember Fosque asked Council to  4    schedule Mr. Cochran's' Town Council Public Hearing for the next Town Council Meeting, December 28", 2015. Councilmember Fosque asked Council members to let Town Staff know if they will be available to attend that meeting since iti is directly following the Christmas holiday. If there is no quorum the Town will need to postpone Mr. Cochran's Special Use Permit Public Hearing until the January 2016 meeting. Councilmember Morgan shared that Mrs. Kathy Boyd brought a new member to the Marketing  Marketing Committee: Committee, Mrs. Lovell. Personnel Committee: No meeting. Waterfront Committee:  Councilmember Byrd shared that seasonal rentals were discussed at the last Waterfront Meeting. Councilmember Byrd also shared that it has been a slow start to the fishing season. There will be new transient rates for the coming year. Lastly, Harbormaster Charles Kelly will have Saturday hours from 8  am-12 pm through December for fuel sales. Christmas Decorating Committee: of the volunteers for their hard work.  Councilmember Krause shared what an honor it was to serve on the committee this year and thanked all Mrs. Fosque expressed for heartfelt gratitude for all the volunteers and their hard work. Accomack Northampton Electric Coop was also instrumental in the decorating efforts. Mrs. Fosque also shared that the committee was able to raise over $2,000 in donations for additional decorations. The Onancock' Town Council also thanked the committee as well as the volunteers for their hard work in  helping to make the Town sparkle this Christmas Season.  Town Manager's Report: Town Manager Lawton was absent. Mayor and Town Council Comments:  Mayor Jones shared that Town Manager Lawton has a serious illness which is being treated at MCVin Richmond. Mr. Lawton recently had a procedure that could potentially alleviate his symptoms for up to ten years. Town Council has approved a motion to bring on a part-time Town Manager to assist in the daily activities at the Town Hall while Mr. Lawton is recovering. Mr. Bill Whitley is a retired manager Mayor. Jones also shared that Mr. Lawton will be moving to Accomac in the middle of December. Councilmember Fosque mentioned that Town Christmas Parade is coming up on December 13th, 2015 and would Councilmember Byrd'sgolf cart be available. Councilmember Byrd confirmed that it would Councilmember Byrd thanked everyone who volunteered to help withi the Town's Christmas  who will be coming in on a part-time basis for up to six months.  Council Comments:  be.  decorations.  5    Closed Session, if necessary: None was needed. Adjourn:  Councilmember Byrdi made a motion to adjourn. Councilmember Krause: seconded the motion. The  motion passed unanimous voice vote. The meeting was adjourned at 8:44 PM.  Russell. Jones, Mayor  Lisa Fiege, Deputy Clerk  6    To: Mayor Russell Jones Onancock Town Council Onancock Planning Commission From: William H. Whitley Interim Town Manager January 18,2016  Re: Heath/Cochran Special Use Permit  The town has received a special use zoning application from Charlotte Heath and Gary Cochran to operate a bed and breakfast in their home at 43 King Street. Iti is identified as Application SUP 01:16. This is a separate request from the one received from the applicants in July, 2015, that has been withdrawn. Section 24-96 (b.) of the town's zoning ordinance requires thatl, acting as the town' 'szoning administrator, send you all a copy of all information collected on this application as well as a recommendation. This memorandum fulfils that obligation. The applicants indicate they will have two rooms in this location to be used for the business and have received approval from the Accomack County Building Code Enforcement office as well as the health department for this use (see enclosures). We have notified all adjacent property Ihave reviewed the information provided by the applicant and have visited the site. It is my recommendation that Application SUP 01:16 be approved with the following conditions: 1. There shall be a minimum of two off street parking spaces provided for the two rooms 3. The special use permit is not transferable ifo ownership of the property changes.  owners of this application as required by the ordinance.  to be used for this purpose. 2. No meals will be served at this location.  Council Action:  Ift the council decides to move forward on the application the motion would be: Imove to approve Special Use Permit 01:16 with the following conditions:  1. There shall be a minimum of two off street parking spaces provided for the two rooms  to be used for this purpose. 2. No meals will be served at this location.  3. The special use permit is not transferable if ownership of the property changes.    TOWN OF ONANCOCK, VIRGINIA SPECIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION  Applicant's Name: CHARLOTTE Hemnt 6 GA GewRn! Address: 43 KING S ONANCeCK. YA 23417  Telephone Number: 757- -787-7400 Date: hemey 5,2016 Location and Legal Description nofProperty Proposed: KNOWN AS MORe Respexe.43 KING 15 Bouimded oN SOuTH By KING 3T.,ON EIST By PReyer ST BoTHoF  Wrteit AR COMMERCIAL,  Tax Map Number: 085A2A0Ax0-4200  Zoning Classification: RIA  Description ofl Proposed Use: BeD mo BROMCETT House wrtt AS DEGNGR IN/ Sec Z4-16  PNRAGEMPA b.  o) AC 1 JANO6-2016 J 44SIY    PUBLIC HEARING TOWN COUNCIL TOWN OF ONANCOCK, VA JANUARY 25, 2016  The Town Council for the Town of Onancock, VA will conduct a public hearing on Monday, January 25, 2016 at 7:00 p.m., in the Town Council Chambers located at 15 North Street, Onancock, VA 23417, to consider the SUP 01:16 Request by. Ms. Charlotte Heath and. Mr. Gary Cochranfora a special use permit to operate a bed and brealfast at 43. King Street, Onancock, VA 23417. The property is further described as tax mapparcel  following requests:  08542400000-4200 and is zoned. R-1A Residential.  Copies of the above ordinance amendments are available for review at the Town Office located at 15 North Street, Onancock, VA 23417 during normal business hours. The public is invited to attend this hearing and comment or participate in the proceedings. Questions or comments may be directed to Mr. William H. Whitley, Interim Town Manager, at 757-787-3363, or email  at awion@onancock.com. or at the work address above.  TO: Eastern Shore News  Advertise on the following dates: January 16th &. January 20", 4 2016 Authorized by: Town Manager, Town of Onancock  Bill to:  Town of Onancock, VA 151 North Street, Onancock, VA 23417    January! 5, 2016 Onancock Planning Commission 15 North! Street Onancock, VA 23417  RE: Cochran/Heath Special Use Permit Application of January! 5, 2016  To Whom It May Concern:  Herewith is our application for Special Use Permit of our home at 43 King Street as al Bed & Breakfast House per Section 24-16 (b) of the Onancock: Zoning Ordinance. Per the instructions there is also a check in the amount of $125 as required of Section 24-96 (a). Section 24-95 (Statement of Intent) specifically states that "Opinions of neighbors are strongly considered by the Town Council." Section 24- 96 (c) states "Written notice shall be given at least five days before the public hearing to all abutting property owners and property immediately across the street or road from the property affected by certified mail to the last known address." I'have attached a map identifying the parties which should be sor notified. Because these properties are specifically identified int the code as requiring special notification treatment, it follows that these neighbors' opinions are weighted heavier than those not sO identified. Neighbors who are not specifically so identified may of course have and voice their opinions, but these are discounted beyond those of the identified properties. Ihave spoken personally with Peter Dundon, Leol B., and Pete Lancho. Charlotte has spoken with Miguel Bizotto. All of these individuals are supportive of our project and will either come if requested, or send al letter of support if needed. We do know, of course, that Mr. Erato has voiced his objection out of all of those identified as requiring special For your information, the County Health Department has approved our use due to the fact that meals will be provided onlyf from an otherwise approved kitchen, and the county building code enforcement We are only intending to rent two rooms and we are providing off street parking. As such, the only way anyone will know ift there are guests at thel house will bet the presence of one or two cars in the driveway that do not belong to us. We had more people and vehicles int the property when our children lived at Finally, the people we will be accommodating will be contributing to the local economy. Theya are coming to Onancock for a reason and will spend money downtown since they are right there, including  notification.  officer has approved the property for this usage.  home than we will ever have by occasionally renting rooms.  the pizza shop across the street operated by Mr. Erato.  havo ak  Gary Cochran & Charlotte Heath E    NoT fO SCALe  PRoPERTY OF PETER JUNDoN/  QW7 DINNIA Joh hheod  PROPERTY OF GARY Cacitenu  f F 9 8 JJ  0410219 0amp1 W JO Ladoad  $  CHZOTTE HEATI  9  a10219 7enoiy  43 LIN6  0 padmet  OFF Sr PAEKING  ak7 IMNIA  Loaas Poavd  Je Vaadoad  MUMIPZ PARKINL LOT  PROPERTY DF PETE LAwCHo    TOWN OF ONANCOCK, VA TOWN COUNCIL RESOLUTION R-01-2016  RESOLUTION FOR THE TOWN ZONING ADMINISTRATOR  WHEREAS, the Code of Virginia requires that the town council appoint someone to act as the WHEREAS, due to the extended medical leave oft the town manager, the council has employed WHEREAS, the interim town manager is required to act as the zoning administrator for the town NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Onancock Town Council that the Interim Town Manager, William H. Whitley, is hereby appointed as Zoning Administrator for the town until further  Zoning Administrator for the town, and  an interim town manager to handle the day to day duties until he returns, and:  until the town manager returns:  notice.  APPROVED:  Russell A. Jones, Mayor  The foregoing Resolution R-01-2016 was approved at al Regular Meeting ofthe' Town Council of the Town of Onancock, Virginia, conducted on) January 25,2016, upon the following  recorded voice vote: T.Lee Byrd Joshua Bundick Sandra Fox ATTEST:  Yes/No Yes/No Yes/No  Fletcher Fosque Catherine Krause John Morgan  Yes/No Yes/No Yes/No  William H. Whitley Interim Town Manager    Town of Onancock Virginia Committee Guidelines  Purpose  Committees will be appointed by the Mayor subject to the approval of the' Town Council The' Town Council will establish the committee'srole, membership and leadership. Committees are advisory in nature and exist solely for the purpose of fulfilling ther role  and direction authorized by the Town Council.  Definitions  Committee: A committee in the town of Onancock: is a body of at least 3 persons appointed to consider, study, investigate and/or take action on assigned matters. Committees: are established to fulfill a specific purpose or serve in an advisory role to the' Town Council as Citizen: Any person, who owns property in the town of Onancock proper, be it business or  well as allowing greater citizen participation.  personal. Types of Committees Law. Planning commission Personnel committee Waterfront committee Marketing committee Tree Board short-term basis. Christmas committee Membership  Mandated Committees: Those committees in continuous existence as mandated by State  Standing Committees: Committees appointed by the Mayor and approved by the Town  Council  Ad Hoc Committee: A committee established fora as specificneed or purpose; generally on a  Thel Mayor with Town Council confirmation will appoint the committee chairperson. The committee chairperson may recommend potential committee members and  present their nominations to the Mayor.  Appointed committee members will serve for two years. Council, at the start ofh his/her term ofoffice. approval may appoint the new committee member.  Committee appointment will be made by the Mayor, with the approval of Ifar new committee member is needed during a term the chairperson may recommend a replacement and submit the nomination to the mayor. The mayor with town council There will be at least three but not more than seven committee members on any Committee members must be tax-paying citizens of the town of Onancock in order tol be  committee.  afull voting member ofa a committee.  Approved by Council: Date Revised and Approved: Date  1    Town of Onancock Virginia Committee Guidelines  Onancock citizens who are eligible to vote in elections are encouraged to Those citizens who possess expertise and express an interest in: serving on a committee but do not live int thet town] proper and therefore do not pay town tax mayl be eligible for appointment based upon theiri interestand experience. However they will not be voting membersl but will instead serve in a consulting Some knowledge: and/or experience! in the field is preferred for all committee Citizensi interested in serving on Committees should express their interest to the Onancock Town Manager's Office. Citizens are asked to write al briefsummary explaining their interest.. Al list ofi interested citizens will be] provided tot the Mayor, Town Council and Committee Chairperson for consideration. Interested citizens should be aware that on some occasions there are not enough vacancies toa accommodate all who are interested in particular Committee assignments. Continued nonattendance at scheduled meetings may be cause for a member to  participate on Town committees.  role.  members and is required for all non-voting applicants.  notl bei reappointed.  Agenda  Toobserve the Freedom ofInformation. Act (FOIA) requirements an agenda must be established for each meeting and published by the town clerk. Agendas are: normally  published at least 7 days in advance of a meeting.  Meetings  Standing committees must meet atl least twice annually or it may bet that the purpose of  the committee has expired.  Arecord of the meeting willl be made inl kepti in the town files.  Meeting minutes will be a factual record oft the actions oft the committee.  Approved by Council: Date Revised and. Approved: Date  2    Interim Town Mangritepor-amuryuis  Following are items that Iwant to bring to Council's attention at your. January meeting: 1. Itisr my understanding that you have been discussing the enforcement of existing parking regulations with the police chief. He indicates that he will attend your February meeting witha 2. Work has begun on the Gazebo roof. This should be completed within thirty days. As you know, youa appropriated $5,000 in the current operating budget for this. Additionally, the Onancock Business and Civic Association generously provided $2,000 for the project to get us to the $7,000 total cost for the work. Mayor. Jones and Council member Byrd worked diligently to get 3. The Mayor has set a public information session for February g"at7p p.m. in council chambers to talk toi interested citizens about the future of the Historic Onancock. School. While this is nota 4. lam working on developing a delinquent tax collection program for the council to review. We need to do al better job working with citizens to collect delinquent taxes and fees owed to the town. This may require some difficult decisions by you as to how you want to approach this 5. Iwill bring you a budget adoption schedule at your February meeting. Please be thinking about the number of work sessions you feel will be needed to discuss the budget. 6. The mayor, the utilities director and Imet in early. January with officials from Riverside Hospital to get an update on the hospital's construction progress and to specifically get a feel for when they would need water service from the town. They are on their schedule for construction completion by the end oft this calendar year and they indicated that they will need water from us 7. The mayor has asked me to examine the possibility of changing the utility billing schedule from the present quarterly method to an every other month collection. Iwill bring youa 8. We are going to need to look for alternatives for a place to dispose of the debris from the town's chipping operation. It is my understanding from staff that the current disposal locationi is nearing capacity and we do not have a piece of town property suitable for this use. We have not been able to chip over the past few weeks because of the wetness of the disposal site. Any ideas 9. You will need a have a public hearing at your February meeting to consider a request from the Open Air market to amend their special use permit requirements. My understanding is that this needs to be done due to an ownership change as well as their desire to operate more frequently this year. The planning commission discussed this at their meeting of January 18"h. Iwould be happy to answer any questions that any ofy you may have about these items either during  report.  ust to this point.  council meeting, you are all certainly invited to attend.  problem int the near future.  around the third week of February.  recommendation concerning this in the near future.  any of you may have about this issue would be appreciated.  the meeting or at any time.    Bill Whitley Interim Town Manager    Sasatess &  Osancock, Poundod Virglals 1680 December 14, 2015  Mayor and Council Town of Onancock 15North St. Onancock, VA 23417  Dear Mayor Jones and Council, American Flag project.  Onancock Business and Civic Association is pleased to inform you that we have completed our We have purchased ai total of40 American Flags (with hardware) to be displayed in Onancock on Patriotic Holidays. The last 20 flags arrived too late to be installed for Veterans Day this year but can be added to the Memorial Day display next year. This will provide a flag display from OBCA is pleased and proud to have been able to make this contribution to our town.  the entrance to Onancock to the Wharf.  Sincerely, K. Kris LaMontagne President, OBCA    Incident Crime Summary/Police Activities Year to Year Comparison  Onancock Police Department  2011  2012  2013  2014  2015  Total Events Initiated Traffic Summons Verbal Warnings Assist  1,987 5,313 8,446 11,565 10,590  363 187  441 189 252 98 13 807 1,434 3,234  418 257 242 99 15 1,321  361 211 216 102 19 1,396 6,902  499 140 205 130 15 650 7,215  Business / Citizen Complaints and 127  73 13 360 N/A  Incident Based Criminal Cases Traffic Crashes  Business/Residence Checks Special Patrols    Incident Crime Summary /F Police Activities Year to Year Comparison  Onancock Police Department  Offense Homicides  2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015  Murder/No-negligent Manslaughter Negligent Manslaughter Justifiable Homicide Total Homicide Kidnapping /Abduction Sex Offenses, Forcible Rape Sodomy Fondling Robbery Assaults Simple Assault Intimidation Total Assaults Arson Burglary/B Breaking and Entering Larceny /Theft Pocket-Picking Purse-Snatching Shoplifting Theft of Motor Vehicle Parts Theft of Motor Vehicle Theft from Coin-Operator Machine Theft from Building All Other Larceny Total Larceny /Theft Offenses Motor Vehicle Theft Counterfeiting /Forgery Fraud  0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 4 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 2 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 1 1 2 2 2 2 3 0 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 2 2 12 6 9 18 15 15 0 0 1 2 1 2 12 6 10 20 18 19 1 0 0 0 0 0 9 4 3 4 4 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 2 0 2 3 6 5 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 5 3 5 6 4 2 8 5 5 10 8 19 14 11 1 1 0 0 0 3 0 1 0 0 0 6 0 2 0 0 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 1 3 0 0 2 3  Sexual Assault with an Object Total Sex Offenses, Forcible  Aggravated Assault with Knife/Firearm  13 26 20 35  False Pretenses/Conrdence Game Credit Card/Automatic Teller Fraud  Impersonation Welfare Fraud Wire Fraud Total Fraud Offenses    Incident Crime Summary IF Police Activities Year to Year Comparison  Onancock Police Department  Offense Stolen Property Drug/Narcotic Offenses Drug/Narcotic Violations Drug Equipment Violations Total Drug/Narcotic Offenses Weapon Law Violations  2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015  0 0 0 1 1 0 4 3 3 1 2 0 2 1 0 0 0 1 6 4 3 1 2 1 0 1 0 0 1 0  Destruction/DamageNVandalism Property 12 18 25 10 11 10