Board of Supervisors July 24, 2018 Sheet 1  July 24,2018  County of Greene, Virginia  THE GREENE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MET ON TUESDAY, JULY 24, 2018  BEGINNING AT 6:00 P.M. IN THE COUNTY MEETING ROOM.  Present were:  Michelle Flynn, Chair Bill Martin, Vice Chair David Cox, Member Marie Durrer, Member Dale Herring, Member  Staff present:  Brenda Garton, Interim County Administrator Tracy Morris, Deputy County Administrator Kelley Kemp, County Attorney Patti Vogt, Deputy Clerk  RE: EXECUTIVE SESSION approved the following: Meeting the following matter(s):  Upon motion by Bill Martin, second by Dale Herring and unanimous vote, the Board WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Greene County desires to discuss in Closed Discussion or consideration of the investment of public funds with respect to an engineering contract where bargaining is involved, where, ifmade public initially, the financial interest of the governmental unit would be adversely affected. Consultation with legal counsel employed or retained by a public body regarding specific legal matters with respect to an engineering contract requiring the provision of Discussion of the award of a public contract for an employee recruiting agreement involving the expenditure of public funds, including interviews of offerors, and discussion of the terms or scope ofs such contract, where discussion in an open session would adversely affect the bargaining position or negotiating strategy of the public WHEREAS, pursuant to: 92.2-3711(A)(6), (A)(8), & (A)(29) of the Code of Virginia,  legal advice by such counsel.  body.  such discussions may occur in Closed Meeting.    Board of Supervisors July 24, 2018 Sheet 2  NOW,THERFFORE, BEI ITI RESOLVED that thel Board ofSupervisors ofGreene County  does hereby authorize discussion oft the aforestated matters in Closed Meeting.  Recorded vote:  Michelle Flynn Bill Martin David Cox Marie Durrer Dale Herring  Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  Motion carried. returned to Open Meeting. Recorded vote:  Upon motion by Dale Herring, second by Bill Martin and unanimous vote, the Board  Michelle Flynn Bill Martin David Cox Marie Durrer Dale Herring  Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  Motion carried.  By unanimous vote, all members certified that only public business matters lawfully exempted from the Open Meeting requirement and only such matters as identified by the motion  to enter into Executive Session were discussed.  Recorded vote:  Michelle Flynn Bill Martin David Cox Marie Durrer Dale Herring  Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  Motion carried. RE: OPEN MEETING  The Chair opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment of  silence.  RE: ADOPTION OF AGENDA  Upon motion by Bill Martin, second by Marie Durrer and unanimous vote, the Board  adopted the agenda with item 10(c) EDA bylaws -1 removed.  Recorded vote:  Michelle Flynn Bill Martin David Cox Marie Durrer Dale Herring  Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  Motion carried.    Board of Supervisors July 24, 2018 Sheet 3  RE: CONSENT. AGENDA  Upon motion by David Cox, second by Dale Herring and unanimous vote, the Board b. Resolution to accept and appropriate $45,000 in grant funds from the Department of Criminal Justice, Virginia Domestic Violence Victim Fund, for the office of the  approved the following items on the consent agenda: a. Minutes oft the. July 10, 2018 meeting.  Commonwealth's Attorney. (See Attachment "A")  Recorded vote:  Michelle Flynn Bill Martin David Cox Marie Durrer Dale Herring  Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  Motion carried. RE: RECOGNITION  The Board recognized the Greene County Fair Board for their hard work and dedication in planning and producing the Greene County Fair for over thirty-five years. Mrs. Marie Durrer and  Mrs. Tammy Durrer were present representing the Fair Board.  RE: MATTERS FROMTHE PUBLIC  Angie Shupe, Realtor, said shel has a client who wants to purchase property in the Preddy Creek area of Greene County. That parcel is now in Orange County due to boundary line issue. FHA loan limits are higher in Greene than Orange. It would be beneficial to her client for this Tammy Durrer said she is embarrassed, disappointed and outraged by recent political events in Greene County. The Board of Supervisors seems to have forgotten their core values since taking the oath of office. She noted irresponsible spending, unsustainable operation and severance package as prime examples oflack ofleadership. There is no transparency or trust with James Murphy feels citizens should be involved in the hiring process of the new County Administrator and vowed as a citizen and taxpayer to do everything in his power to keep the spotlight on this situation. Greene County needs and deserves a morally straight and exceptionally qualified administrator. He questioned the terms of the County Administrator's contract and ifthe Justin Bass spoke on the boundary line adjustment in the Preddy Creek neighborhood. In addition to home sales, this affects those who have children in school and where taxes are paid.  property to be in Greene County.  the Board of Supervisors.  truth is being told.  RE: PUBLIC HEARING  KINVARA  Mr. Jim Frydl, Zoning Administrator, reviewed the request from Kinvara Properties LLC to amend proffers approved on July 22, 2014 (RZ#13-001). The request is to remove proffer #2 pertaining to cash proffer payment. This amendment would affect a 24.19-acre tract, a 1.04- acre tract and an 8.08-acre tract zoned PUD, Planned Unit Development, located in Ruckersville near    Board of Supervisors July 24, 2018 Sheet 4  Seminole Trail/Buck Drive/Deerfield Drive/Cedar Grove Road and identified on County Tax The approved proffers state the total number of residential units shall not exceed 98. A portion oft the property has been developed with 48 multi-family units in 2015 and the applicant may develop 50 additional dwelling units. To develop the additional units, the applicant would be required to pay $9,000 per unit or $450,000 in total. Currently, there has been $18,000 inj proffers collected for this site. The amendment would lower the proffered amount from $9,000 to $1,200 Proffers are voluntary tools, used by a locality and a developer, to address impacts froma a proposed development on aj parcel which requires rezoning. VA Code Section 15.2-2303.4a applies Thel Planning Commission recommended approval to amend the cash proffers approved on Mr. Butch Davies, Attorney for applicant, spoke on request. The applicant has spent lots of time trying to market the project. Kinvara Properties, LLC is willing to commit to $1,200 per unit specifically for school construction and improvements. Payment would be due when an Mr. James Lavin, Managing Member of Kinvara Properties, LLC was also present. Keith Bourne said he doesn'tapprove oft thei reduction of proffers. Infrastructure is lacking Vaughn Kowahl, adjoining property owner on Buck Drive, said that the proffer reform bill applies prospectively only. He referred to article in Greene County Record regarding Lily Ridge Apartment project and quote by Ms. Jeri Allen, in part "proffers that have been provided on this project set a new standard by which we can measure future requests." He asked the Board to not Tamsin Stewart, a resident of Willow Creek, said growth is inevitable. She has no opposition to the plan but to give it away does not make any sense whatsoever. The project can be done right. Lily Ridge has a lot ofp problems and the Sheriff's Department is there all the time. Vicki Strauss asked the Board not to approve the request. The business portion of project has never been addressed. Her son (laborer) and daughter (school teacher) are not qualified to live at Lily) Ridge because they make too much money. She questioned the number of] EMS responses Matt Strauss referred to a statement attributed to a County employee who "could not remember why the proffers were approved in the first place for this property." Hej provided al brief history of proffers. He is concerned by this comment because citizens look to county employees to be the continuity from administration to administration. His children can't live in workforce housing at Lily Ridge. The terms negotiated seemed to be getting bartered away by the Board of  Maps as 66-(A.)-6, 6C, & 6E. (RZ#18-001)  per unit. The remaining approved proffers would continue with the project. only to rezoning applications filed with the locality on and after. July 1, 2016.  July 22, 2014 as submitted.  occupancy permit is provided for the fifty (50) units.  The Chair opened the floor for public comments. Pat Morris asked the Board not to lower the proffers.  and crumbling. There are several projects for which the County does not have funds.  approve request.  She asked that the Board not approve thei request.  to that property.  Supervisors.    Board of Supervisors July 24, 2018 Sheet 5  Brian Strickland, ai resident of Willow Creek, felt fees paid by Kinvara are not al benefit to the County but rather the responsibility of the developer, who is a for-profit entity that promised  proffers willingly and should pay.  Tammy Durrer said not to reduce proffers.  Pete Costigan spoke on point eleven in the application letter referring to the: impact oft the economy on this property making it unusable because of $9,000 proffer per unit. He thought the real estate economy has improved significantly over the last few years. The applicant's Attorney implied that the change was for the worse for a seller and he would like to see evidence oft that. He Vern Goering, ai resident ofLakel Drive and Vicel President ofthel Homeowners Association of The Glen, said that silt from the Lily Ridge project ran into Reynolds Farm Pond and has decreased the depth of the water. The area will eventually be a mucky marsh. There are only thirty-nine homes in the subdivision with responsibility for the lake and dam. They would like Joanne Burkholder asked the Board to deny the request saying approval would set a Mrs. Flynn clarified that the Board is only considering the request to reduce cash proffers Mr. Herring did not feel the proffers should be reduced. Mrs. Flynn agreed saying the Mr. Martin referred to the original approval of proffers where the applicant agreed to the $9,000 proffer amount. The economy has improved. The community does have serious infrastructure problems and there is a struggle with how to fund everything. Mr. Martin said he was concerned about the precedent setting issue this could possibly lead to. He said the applicant  suggested the request be deferred until evidence could be provided.  assistance from the developer to clean up the current problem.  precedent.  The public hearing was closed.  agreement needs to bel honored. Mrs. Durrer also agreed that proffers should stand.  volunteered the proffer and he agreed it should stand as is.  Mr. Cox agreed that the proffer was voluntary and should remain.  Upon motion by Bill Martin, second by Dale Herring and unanimous vote, the Board denied the request, RZ#18-001, to reduce cash proffers approved on July 22, 2014, as submitted  per the reasons discussed. Recorded vote:  Michelle Flynn Bill Martin David Cox Marie Durrer Dale Herring  Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  Motion carried.  RE: SMART SCALE APPLICATION  Ms. Golon said the Board is being asked to endorse submission of a Smart Scale project for alternate solutions for intersections along the Route 29 corridor. Mr. Chuck Proctor, VDOT District Planner, worked with staff on addressing problems at the intersections during the  development of the Ruckersville Area Plan.    Board of Supervisors July 24, 2018 Sheet 6  Upon motion by David Cox, second by Bill Martin, and unanimous vote, the Board approved the resolution endorsing the submission of Smart Scale (HB2) applications requesting  transportation funding. (See Attachment "B")  Recorded vote:  Michelle Flynn Bill Martin David Cox Marie Durrer Dale Herring  Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  Motion carried.  RE: TOURISMS STRATEGIC PLAN Plan at their May 8, 2018 meeting.  Mr. Alan Yost, Director of Economic Development and Tourism, was present to request the Board's endorsement of the Tourism Strategic Plan. The Board of Supervisors reviewed the Upon motion by Bill Martin, second by Dale Herring and unanimous vote, the Board endorsed the Tourism Strategic Plan as presented on May 8, 2018. (See Attachment "C")  Recorded vote:  Michelle Flynn Bill Martin David Cox Marie Durrer Dale Herring  Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  Motion carried. ADMINISTRATOR Recorded vote:  RE: RATIFICATION OF EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT = INTERIM COUNTY Upon motion by Dale Herring, second by Marie Durrer and unanimous vote, the Board ratified the employment agreement with the Interim County. Administrator. (See Attachment "D")  Michelle Flynn Bill Martin David Cox Marie Durrer Dale Herring  Yes Yes Yes Yes. Yes  Motion carried.  RE: GREENEORANGE COUNTY BOUNDARY ADJUSTMENT  Ms. Garton said she spoke with Orange County Administrator, Bryan David, regarding this issue. Thenext stepi in the process ist tol have a survey completed prior tol holding ofr required public hearings in Greene and Orange Counties. Ms. Garton could not provide a definitei timeline but felt it would be at least several months. At this point, there is no move to change anything currently inj place (i.e. taxes, schools, etc.) other than the change in voting districts as required by the State Mrs. Flynn said she understood there are no changes to school districts at this time.  Board of Elections.    Board of Supervisors July 24, 2018 Sheet 7  RE: MADISON/GREENE HUMANE SOCIETY  Ms. Garton said the County currently leases property to the Madison/Greene Humane Society for dealing with cats and that the lease has expired. A public hearing is scheduled for Dr. John Hayes wanted to address the Board of Supervisors in regards to this issue. Mrs.  August 28, 2018 to consider the renewal oft the lease with the Humane Society.  Flynn suggested he contact Ms. Garton to discuss the matter.  RE: STANARDSVILLE POLLING PLACE - AMEND COUNTY CODE College - Giuseppe Center has been advertised for August 14, 2018.  Ms. Garton said a public hearing to consider amending the Greene County Code to move the Stanardsville polling place from American Legion Post #128 to! Piedmont Virginia Community  RE: LIAISON REPORTS  Mr. Martin said thei next School Board meeting is August 8. Teachers will return on August  6with the first day of school for students on Tuesday, August 14. RE: COUNTY ADMINISTRATORS REPORT  Ms. Garton said she started as Interim County Administrator on July 12 and briefly shared her background which includes twenty-five years ofe experience as a County Administrator in four different Virginia localities. She will serve as Interim County Administrator while the Board searches to fill the full-time permanent position. Ms. Garton is not a candidate for the permanent Ms. Garton held all employee meetings her first day here and has! been meetingindividually Ms. Garton updated the Board on the status of the reassessment contract, which has been awarded to Pearson's Appraisal, Inc., and building maintenance issues, including roof: repairs at  position.  with Board members, department heads, and constitutional officers.  Sheriff's Office and necessary repairs and upgrades at the. Animal Shelter.  RE: ADJOURNN MEETING  The meeting was adjourned at 8:49 p.m. The next scheduled meeting of the Board of  Supervisors will be on Tuesday, August 14, 2018 in the county meeting room.  huld Hhh  Chair  Brenda G.  Clerk Garton,  Slipuu  elale  Greene County Board of Supervisors  Greene County Board of Supervisors    Board of Supervisors July 24, 2018 Attachment "A"  RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT AND APPROPRIATE FORTY-FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS FOR THE VIRGINIA DOMESTIC VIOLENCE  VICTIM FUND GRANT  WHEREAS, the County of Greene has been awarded a grant from DCJS for WHEREAS, the funds in the amount of forty-five thousand dollars ($45,000) will need to be appropriated to the appropriate line item in the 2018-  a Virginia Domestic Violence Victim Fund; and  2019 budget ofthe County of Greene, Virginia.  NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Greene, Virginia that forty-five thousand dollars ($45,000) be appropriated to the 2018-2019 budget of the County of Greene.  BEI IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County Administrator oft the County of Greene, Virginia is authorized to make the appropriate accounting adjustments in the budget to do all things necessary to give this resolution effect.  Adopted this 24h day ofJuly, 2018.  maes Spun  lei    Board of Supervisors July 24, 2018 Attachment "B"  of  SAIP    BOARD OF SUPERVISORS PosT OFFICE Box 358 STANARDSVILLE, VIRGINIA 22973 TFLEPHONE: 434-985-5201  RESOLUTION ENDORSING THE SUBMISSION OF SMART SCALE (HB2) APPLICATIONS REQUESTING TRANSPORTATIONFUNDING WHEREAS, during its 2014 session, the Virginia General Assembly enacted legislation in the form of House Bill 2 ("HB2") now titled "Smart Scale", which established new criteria for the allocation of transportation funding for projects within  the state; and  WHEREAS, the Commonwealth Transportation Board (CTB) during its board meeting of June 17, 2015, approved the Policy and Guidelines for Implementation of  af Project Prioritization Process in accordance with Smart Scale; and  WHEREAS, the Smart Scale program directs the CTB to develop and implement a statewide process to identify and select projects for funding by July 1, 2019, and to allocate funds in the FY2024-2025 of the Six Year Improvement  Program; and  WHEREAS, all submitted Smart Scale applications will be screened by the Virginia Department of Transportation to determine if a need identified in the VTrans  2040 Needs Assessment Plan is met; and  WHEREAS, in order to meet a need oft the VTrans 2040 Plan, a project must either be located within a Corridor of Statewide Significance, or promote improvements within  an Urban Development Area, or address an identified safety need; and  WHEREAS, the Virginia Department of Transportation completed a study which indicates that the proposed projects address both Principles 2 and 6 of the VTrans 2040 Plan. The proposed projects will provide safety for the corridor along Route 29 and will address high crash potential locations along a growing corridor which is transitioning from rural to suburban. The projects will also provide for greater connectivity between transportation and land use as it will enhance capacity at the intersections along Route 29 and allow for more likely future development at these  adjacent parcels; and    WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of Greene County to submit Smart Scale NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Greene County Board of Supervisors does hereby endorse the submission of a Smart Scale application 1. US2 29 Access Management (North section): Project will include safety and access management improvements along Seminole Trail (US 29) from Deane Road (Route 600) north to Spotswood Trail (US 33); treatments will include closing some 2. US 29 Access Management (South section): Project will include safety and access management improvements along Seminole Trail (US 29) from Deane Road (Route 600) south to Buck Drive; treatments will include closing some 3. US 29 Access Management (Entire): Project will include safety and access management improvements along Seminole Trail (US 29) from Buck Drive north to Spotswood Trail (US 33); treatments will include closing some crossovers and  applications requesting state funding for eligible transportation projects;  requesting funding for the following transportation projects:  crossovers and replacing them with alternative intersections.  crossovers and replacing them with alternative intersections.  replacing them with alternative intersections. Adopted in Open Meeting this 24th day of July, 2018.  micklle Michelle Flynn,  pun  Greene County Board of Supervisors  ATTEST:  Garton, Clérk  Greene County Board of Supervisors  huHk    Board of Supervisors July 24, 2018 Attachment "C"  TOURISM 2025  MISSION STATEMENT To promote Greene County as a destination and raise the tourism economic impact.  GOALS:  Assure Stanardsville's Vitality and  Sustainability  Capitalize on Shenandoah National Park's Assets and Potential Guests Develop a Comprehensive Marketing and Advertising Strategy  Advocate for Planning and Protection  of Growth  VISION STATEMENT Greene County will be recognized as a centrally located destination to the region's diverse tourism opportunities. The community will appreciate the tourism impact and protect related assets.  Support Individual Tourism Industries Strengthen and Capitalize on  Partnerships  Grere VA ExploreGreene.com lourism.2025    CORE VALUES  The Greene County Tourism Council and the Office of Economic Development and Tourism believe in our Vision Statement and hold the following Core Values as essential to reaching our vision. These values are the foundation of the economic and tourism potential of our  community.  - We value tourism's contribution to the entire community, including the county's financial  growth that includes:  > The need for tourism-supported businesses and services Our small businesses and the entrepreneurs that serve our guests The need to support growth in tourism-related industries The need to evolve the diversity of our tourism trades We value the county's significant assets that include: number of great opportunities for our guests enhance and protect the corridor serving the county's seat  > The Shenandoah National Park (SNP) bringing tourists to the area and providinga The Route 29 corridor, the individuals it brings through the county, and the need to Our ability to offer Stanardsville's small town charm and recognize the importance of  Our agricultural heritage and our agri-tourism opportunities Our central location to the region's diverse tourism sites  We value preservation and planned development that enhances the tourism experience Preserving our natural beauty, rural scenery, mountain views, view sheds, and night The convenience oft the retail district in Ruckersville and the protection of the rural The encouragement of sustainable businesses and protection of the environment. Planned development on Route 33 west of Ruckersville to preserve our rural/agriculture, in particular protecting the SNP entrance corridor  that includes: skies  character of the western part of the county Ruckersville Master Plan study  We value the opportunity to provide a wide range ofl lodging accommodations froma We value our partnership opportunities that include: Shenandoah National Park (SNP), the region's other locality's tourism offices (DMOs), Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC),  national chain to a variety of hide-a-way cabins.  Virginia Green, etc.  - We value Greene County's heritage in agriculture, the mountain communities, historic events, and historic buildings.  ExploreGreene.com G lourism.2025    GOAL: ASSURE STANARDSVILES VITALITY AND SUSTAINABILITY  TASKS:  Stanardsville should remain the center of tourism activity. In addition, the town's long term sustainability can only be maintained with local businessand residential support. Increased local residents' participation in activities is essential for future  Explore EDA Small Business Revolving Loan fund  options for Tourism start-ups  Encourage development of a Stanardsville  Merchants Alliance  Encourage a micro buy local campaign for  Stanardsville  growth.  - Encourage town residential growth to support  tourism and other businesses  We Value.  Maximize the use of the new pavilion and related  Our ability to offer Stanardsville's small town charm and recognize the importance of serving the county's The need for tourism-supported businesses and services Our small businesses and the entrepreneurs that serve our guests The need to support growth in tourism-related industries The need to evolve the diversity of our tourism trades Planned development on Route 33 west of Ruckersville to preserve our rural/agriculture, in particular protecting the SNP entrance corridor Greene County'sheritage in agriculture, the mountain communities, historic events, and historic buildings.  facilities  : Seek Transcontinental Bike Route (76 Route) alternate route through Stanardsville  seat.  Promote annual events (i.e. Virginia Clay Festival, 4thofJuly, Strawberry Festival, Parade of Lights) Promote and preserve Stanardsville's historic  district  Encourage safer multimodal transportation and address the impact on tractor trailer traffic  Greic TA ExploreGreene.com Tourism2025    GOAL: CAPITALIZE SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK & POTENTIAL GUESTS  Shenandoah Nation Parkoffers some of the nation's premier outdoor activities and attracts local, state, and international guests. Inadditiont toattracting day visitors to spend time at Countyproperties, iti is essential to attractovernight Park visitors outside the Park boundaries to stay and enjoy the county attractions. We Value...  TASKS:  ( Create plan to get Stanardsville identified as an  Appalachian Trail Community  Promote Blue Ridge Heritage Project on website  and other promotional material  Collaborate with the Blue Ridge Heritage Project and other DMOS to create a driving tour for all sites Create a partnership with Delaware North (SNP  concessioner)  Recruit a hostel entrepreneur to establish a business in Stanardsville to support hikers and  > The Shenandoah National Park (SNP) bringing tourists tot the area and providing a number of great opportunities for our guests 1 The opportunity to provide a wide range ofl lodging accommodations froma national chain to a varietyofh hide-a-way Oura ability to offer Stanardsvlle'ssmal - Preserving our natural beauty, rural scenery, mountain views, view sheds, >1 The convenience of the retail district in Planned development on Route 33 west ofF Ruckersville to preserve our rural/agriculture, in particular protecting the SNP entrance corridor Greene County's heritage in the mountain communities, historic events, and historic buildings  bicyclists  Market Stanardsville as the Piedmont's SNP  destination  cabins town charm  and night skies Ruckersville  IA Gret ExploreGreene.com Tourism 2025  agriculture,    GOAL: DEVELOP A COMPREHENSIVE MARKETING STRATEGY  The county is in a unique position to market as a destination with a wide range of local and regional tourism opportunities to large metropolitan areas within a couple hour drive. Inaddition, the marketing opportunities exist with national and international guests exploring the SNP.  TASKS:  Identify key target markets (Tidewater, NOVA, Richmond, International, Washington DC) Identify key demographics (age, interests, transportation (drivers, charter groups, hikers)) Analyze current website's Search Engine Optimization (SEO) (fresh air, romance, seclusion, convenience, central location, rural scenery, natural beauty, mountain views, Piedmont views from above, night skies, agricultural, small town charm, Create a marketing campaign specific for SNP and outdoor activities (hiking, biking, fishing, etc.) Continuously update ExploreGreene.com to maximize Search Engine Optimization and vibrancy Create initiatives to encourage return visits Investigate having a URL for Skyline Drive leading to ExploreGreene.com (i.e. kylineDrivesNP.com,  historic)  We Value...  The Shenandoah National Park (SNP) bringing tourists to the area and providing a number of great opportunities for our guests Our central location to the region's diverse tourism sites Our ability to offer Stanardsville'ssmal town charm The opportunity to provide a wide range of lodging accommodations from a national chain to a variety of hide-a-way Our partnership opportunities that include: Shenandoah National Park (SNP), the region's other locality's tourism offices (DMOs), Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC), Virginia Green, etc. Greene County's heritage in agriculture, the mountain communities, historic events, and historic buildings  of site  ovesk/lneDrve.com, ina all marketing initiatives  Communicate Greene as central location to region increase visibility on third-partywebsites Investigate third-party websites Hikingvpward.com, MapMyRide, etc.) E Establish mechanism to survey current visitors on websites used to find Greene  cabins  Greic TA ExploreGreene.com Tourism.2025    GOAL: ADVOCATE FOR PLANNING AND PROTECTION OF GROWTH  Our tourism opportunities are built TASKS:  on our County'sunique small town, rural, and mountain characteristics. While Ruckersville's growth and identity are essential for our community and to provide amenities to our guests, protection of our western part of the county is essential for future tourism economic impact.  Pursue identification of being a Dark Skies  Community  Endorse the Ruckersville Master Plan to create a  sense of place  Encourage the County to use Blight Abatement tools to address properties that are unsafe and have a negative impact on tourism  Discourage urban sprawl by encouraging the BOS to implement designated growth areas identified in Assess county ordinances that can enhance the  We Value...  the Comprehensive Plan tourism experiences  Preserving our natural beauty, rural scenery, mountain views, view sheds, The convenience of the retail district in Ruckersville and the protection of the rural character of the western part of The encouragement of sustainable businesses and protection of the environment Ruckersville Master Plan: study Planned development on Route 33 west of Ruckersville to preserve our rural/agriculture, in particular protecting the SNP entrance corridor Greene County's! heritage in agriculture, the mountain communities, historic events, and historic buildings  and night skies  Explore designating Stanardsville and area as tourism district with unique ordinances to support tourism businesses (signage, zoning, buffers hiding development, etc.)  surrounding  the county  Encourage county to identify greater residential density in close proximity to Stanardsville's town  limits  Recognize and protect Route 29 as a valuable asset Ensure the County consults Director of Tourism regarding impact on tourism for all zoning, site  plans, and ordinance changes  Gnee VA ExploreGreene.com Tourism 2025    GOAL: SUPPORT NDIVIDUAL TOURISM INDUSTRIES  The ountysiuturetourtsm economic gowthisdependenton diverse tourism opportunities provided by individuals withan entrepreneurial spirit. Providing support to the.various tourism industries and individual businesses will ensure future tourism vitality.  TASKS:  Hold semi-annual industry specific meetings for: lodging, restaurants, artisans, wedding destinations,  antique shops, and agri-tourism  Create individual marketing plans for each tourism  industry  Establish various industry weeks (restaurant week,  antique week)  Collaborate with PVCC and the Small Business Development Center to provide training/COursework supporting successful small business practices  We Value.  > Tourism's contribution to the entire community, including the county's financial growth The need for tourism-supported businesses and services Our small businesses and the entrepreneurs that serve our guests The need to support growth in tourism- The need to evolve the diversity of our Our partnership opportunities that include: Shenandoah National Park (SNP), the region's other locality's tourism offices (DMOs), Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC), Virginia  related industries tourism trades  Green, etc.  Grere 1A ExploreGreene.com Tourism.2025    GOAL: STRENGTHEN AND CAPITALIZE ON PARTNERSHIPS  Greene County is located in a region rich with tourism opportunities. Working in collaboration with the wide range ofr regional partners and tourism professionals gives us the opportunity to maximize the tourism impact in our community.  TASKS:  Support a SNP Regional Marketing Campaign with  other localities  Establish frequent communication and collaboration with Virginia Tourism Commission  (VTC)  Host annual concierge visits from Shenandoah Crossings, Massanutten Resort, and other major hotels (i.e. Boars Head Inn, Omni, Keswick Hall) Create a community public relations program communicating the tourism impact and how  We Value. . ..  Our central location to the region's diverse tourism sites Our partnership opportunities that include: Shenandoah National Park (SNP), the region's other locality's tourism offices (DMOs), Virginia Tourism CorporationVTC), Virginia  residents can play a role  Green, etc.  Greie TA ExploreGreene.com Tourism 2025    Board of Supervisors July 24, 2018 Attachment "D"  EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT  This agreement is made 11. July, 2018 to become effective on 12. July, 2018 between the Board of Supervisors, in its capacity as the governing body of Greene County, hereinafter called the "County", and Brenda G. Garton, hereinafter called the "Employee". The County and the Employee are collectively referred to as "Parties." This Employment Agreement is hereinafter  referred to as the "Agreement". WITNESSETH:  WHEREAS the current County Administrator has resigned effective June 29, 2018, and WHEREAS the County wishes to employ an interim replacement for the County Administrator while the County engagesi in a search for ap permanent, full-time County Administrator, BEIT RESOLVED that the County hereby employs Brenda G. Garton as the County Administrator on an interim basis per the terms set forth below, with such powers, responsibilities, and duties asset forthi int the Code of Virginia, local ordinance, and/or charter, and ast further seti forth in this  Agreement. SALARY  The County shall pay the Employee a salary of $10,000 per month. Duet tot the nature of the work and the temporary nature of the position, the employee is not eligible for an overtime rate of pay. Anysalary due under this Contract shall be paid in accordance withi the County'sregular, pay schedule. Salary for any partial month shall be prorated based on the number of days covered  by the contract out of the given month.  TERM  The Employee shall serve as the County Administrator under this agreement at the pleasure of thel Board, fora aperiod! beginning on the effective date ofthisa agreementstated: above and ending on 31 December, 2018. Recognizing that the duration of this agreement for an Interim County Administrator is related to when the permanent replacement is hired, the Board can terminate this agreement at an earlier date with thirty days' notice to the Employee, per terms otherwise outlined in this agreement. The Board can also negotiate an extension with the Employee, if needed, with proper notice to and approval by VRS, such extension in writing and acting upon by  the Board in open meeting.  Page 1    Itisrecognizedi that the Employee already has certain appointmentsand obligations of a personal nature scheduled and will flex her time around those obligations. Iti is also recognized that she hasa a planned week-long vacation in October as well as other shorter personal vacations planned over the period ofthis contract. The employee is responsiblet to work for an average off four days each week, some of which work may be performed remotely, and no adjustments to the agreed upon: salary shall be made fors specific weeks when work performedi is more or less than four days,  including the above noted vacations. TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT  The Employee is an at will employee of the County. Her employment may be terminated at any time, for any lawful reason by the County in writing, with thirty days' notice. Should the County terminate the Employee without thirty days' notice or require that the employee not work for the thirty days, the County shall pay the Employee the agreed upon salaryi for that period oft time and an additional, flat $1,000 to offset any prepaid lodging and mobilization expenses the The Employee may terminate this contract by giving notice in writing of her intention to terminate on a date certain, but not less than thirty days from the date that her written notice is delivered to the Board Chair. The Board may, at its discretion, reduce or waive the notice  Employee may have incurred.  requirement. BENEFITS  Due to the temporary nature of the position, the Interim County Administrator position is not covered under the Virginia Retirement System (VRS). The Employee shall not, therefore, participate in VRS. The County shall provide documentation to VRS as required to indicate the temporary nature oft the appointment sO as not to interfere with the Employee's retired status The Employee is not entitled to any health insurance benefits and shall not be eligible to participate in any deferred compensation or other benefit plan. The Employee shall not be  with' VRS.  entitled to any bereavement, personal, sick, vacation, or PTO leave accruals.  EXPENSES  The County shall reimburse the Employee for direct expenses incurred by the Employee as part oft the performance of her official duties, including mileage for travel to and from meetings if in the Employee's personal vehicle, but will not reimburse the Employee for traveling to and from work. The County: shall paya all expenses fora any business meals and lodging andi for any meetings  or conferences approved for the Employee to attend oni its behalf.  Page 2    VEHICLE  During the course of employment, the Employee shall, as a condition of her employment, be reimbursed for mileage on her personal car when such mileage is incurred while traveling on County business. The Employee shall not be reimbursed for travel to and from her place of  residence to the office. SUBJECTTO APPROVAL BYVRS  This agreement is subject to approval by VRS of the interim employment by the Employee with  the County. APPOINTMENT  Its shall bet the duty oft the Employee to serve as the County Administrator of Greene County, and  shei is hereby appointed as such.  DUTIES  During the term of this Agreement, the Employee shall devote her best efforts to advance the interests of the County and to perform her duties as set forth herein and in the Code of Virginia and local code or charter. She shall perform her duties to the best of her ability and shall be at her assigned office, or otherwise performing her duties, for the hours required to perform the work. The Employee shall usel her discretion in setting hours and schedule, given constraints and time off requirements previously noted, and with notification of such to staff and to the Board.  OTHER EMPLOYMENT  The Employee shall not begin any other employment, to include employment bya any other Town, City, or County, while this Agreement is in effect without notification to the Board.  VOLUNTEER WORK AND CIVIC ACTIVITIES  During the duration of this Agreement, the Employee may participate in civic activities such as membership on the Governing Bodies of private, non-profit organizations, which serve the communityi in which: she lives without Board approval. Participation in: similar activities in Greene County is predicated upon the full disclosure of same to the Board and the approval of each  individual case by the Board in open meeting.  NO PRIOR AGREEMENTS otherwise.  The Parties agree that there are no prior employment agreements between them, implied or  Page 3    ADDITIONAL WORK  Should the Board desire to engage the Employee in further work beyond the scope of and/or following the termination of this Agreement, that work shall be governed by a separate written  Agreement between the Board and the Employee. MODIFICATION OF EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT meeting, and executed by the Chair and the Employee. INELIGIBILITYTO APPLY FOR PERMANENT POSITION  Modification of this Employment Agreement must bei in writing, approved by the Board in open  The Employee shall not be an applicant for the regular, full-time vacant position.  APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT  This agreement shall become binding upon approval by the Board of a motion to enter into the Agreement andi to authorize the Chair to executei ito on behalfoft thel Board and upon the signature IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties havel hereunto set their hands and sealst the day and year first  of the Chair and the Employee.  above written.  BOARD OF SUPERVISORS of GREENE COUNTY  ) micklle Michèlle Chairman Flynn,  By:  Dypun  Brenda G.  huk Aha  Gartop, Employee  Page 4