Board of Supervisors November 12, 2019 Sheet 1  November 12, 2019 County of Greene, Virginia  THE GREENE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MET ONTUESDAY,NOVEMBER 12,  2019, BEGINNING AT 6:30. P.M. IN' THE COUNTY MEETING ROOM  Present were:  Bill Martin, Chair Michelle Flynn, Vice Chair David Cox, Member Marie Durrer, Member Dale Herring, Member  Staff] present:  Mark B. Taylor, County Administrator Kelley Kemp, Assistant County Attorney Patti Vogt, Deputy Clerk Tracy Morris, Director of] Finance Melissa Meador, Director of Emergency Services  RE: CLOSED MEETING Board approved the following: the following matter(s):  Ms. Kemp read the proposed resolution for closed meeting.  Upon motion by Michelle Flynn, second by David Cox and unanimous roll call vote, the WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Greene County desires to discuss in Meeting Discussion, consideration, or interviews of prospective candidates for employment; assignment, appointment, promotion, performance, demotion, salaries, disciplining, orresignation of specific public officers, appointees, or employees of any public body with respect to Greene Discussion concerning a prospective business or industry or the expansion of an existing business ori industry where no previous announcement has been made ofthe business' ori industry's interest in locating or expanding its facilities in the community with respect to the industrial park. Consultation with legal counsel pertaining to actual or probable litigation, where such consultation in open meeting would adversely affect the negotiating or litigating posture of the public body concerning a class action lawsuit and the Charlottesville Land lawsuit. WHEREAS, pursuant to: $2.2-3711(A)1), (A)(5), (A)(7) of the Code of Virginia, such NOW,1 THEREFORE, BEITI RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors ofGreene County  Transit and the County Administrator.  discussions may occur in Closed Meeting;  does hereby authorize discussion oft the aforestated matters in Closed Meeting.    Board of Supervisors November 12, 2019 Sheet 2  Recorded vote:  Bill Martin Michelle Flynn David Cox Marie Durrer Dale Herring  Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  Motion carried. RE: OPEN MEETING Board returned to open meeting. Recorded vote:  Upon motion by Dale Herring, second by Michelle Flynn and unanimous roll call vote, the  Bill Martin Michelle Flynn David Cox Marie Durrer Dale Herring  Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  Motion carried.  By unanimous roll call 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 closed meeting were discussed.  Recorded vote:  Bill Martin Michelle Flynn David Cox Marie Durrer Dale Herring  Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  RE: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE  The Chair opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment of  silence.  RE: ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA  Upon motion by David Cox, second by Dale Herring and unanimous roll call vote, the Board approved the agenda with the deferral of the two public hearings as requested by the applicant and the addition ofitem 10b, a short presentation byl Mr. Coxi regarding proposed changes  tot the emergency vehicle replacement program.  Recorded vote:  Bill Martin Michelle Flynn David Cox Marie Durrer Dale Herring  Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  Motion carried.    Board of Supervisors November 12, 2019 Sheet 3  RE: MATTERS FROM THE PUBLIC  Dr.Johnl Hayes said hel has not heard back from the County Administrator regardingmoney for spay/neuter costs for the Madison-Greene Humane Society. Money has been donated to the Animal Shelter by citizens for the sterilization of dogs and cats in our locality and he would like Mr. Steve Kruskamp encouraged the Board to consider designating Greene County as a 2nd Amendment sanctuary in light oft the Governor's statement that he will enact a plan to potentially confiscate weapons and guns and infringe on citizen rights. He: suggested aj public statement that the Board will not infringe on the constitutional rights of citizens in the County. Mrs. Amy Hollis said the annual Toy Lift will be on December 61 this year. The PTSOis sponsoringa* "Stuffthel Bus"e event on November 23, 2019 from 10to2. Every school has donation  tol know what is being done with it.  boxes.  RE: CONSENT AGENDA  Upon motion by Michelle Flynn, second by Marie Durrer and unanimous vote, the Board b. Resolution to accept and appropriate $15,000 in MAPP2Health implementation Grant funds for the Department of Social Services to use for a transportation  approved the following items on the consent agenda:  a. Minutes of October 22, 2019  assistance program (See Attachment "A")  Recorded vote:  Bill Martin Michelle Flynn David Cox Marie Durrer Dale Herring  Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  Motion carried.  RE: LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM  Mr. David Blount, Legislative Liaison, reviewed the highlights of proposed changes for State budget and funding obligations - Updated first paragraph with timely topics to be Public education funding Added statement about restoring previous cuts Broadband - Added language supporting local broadband authorities and use of railroad Local revenue authority - Added position opposing changes to the existing tax assessment Children's! Services Act - updated funding numbers and status ofs studies Land use and growth management - Revised language on proffers in light of 2019 legislation and added position supporting local tree preservation  the 2020Legislative Program. Top priority updates include:  addressed in budget crossing easements appeals process  Legislative positions included:    Board of Supervisors November 12, 2019 Sheet 4  Environmental quality - added new statements to position on recycling to support General government - added new statement on Elections to support state funding for new Public safety - added new statements to position on funding to request full state funding or currently authorized positions for Commonwealth's Attorney offices. Support state funding for alternative options for transporting mental health patients. Added: new position on volunteers to endorse having additional tools to support emergency services volunteers. Mr. Martin said, when asked why the County has a legislative liaison through TJPDC, he responded he could not imagine us trying to do this by ourselves and it makes sense to work on a regional basis. Mr. Blount said TJPDC recently hired a new Planner who will be assisting him Upon motion by Michelle Flynn, second by Dale Herring and unanimous roll call vote, the  improvements to recycling markets early voting requirements  during the General Assembly session.  Board approved the 2020 Legislative Program as presented.  Recorded vote:  Bill Martin Michelle Flynn David Cox Marie Durrer Dale Herring  Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes  Motion carried.  RE: RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES  Mrs. Stephanie Golon, Deputy Planning Director, said a community survey has been developed by the Greene Recreational Opportunities Committee. Next steps include holding a community input session, conducting an activities and facilities audit and expanding the Recreational opportunities are important to community development. Economic benefits include providing jobs, attracting tourists, businesses, families and retirees. Economic, health, environmental and social benefits are derived from recreational activities. Recreation opportunities were identified as the second priority of the community during the development of the Ruckersville Area Plan. The first priority was economic development and beautification. The Committee is seeking further input from the community. What programs or activities are desired most? What is the best way to communicate recreational activities? Is word getting out? The survey consists of9 questions and should take no longer than 51 minutes to complete. The survey will be available online or as aj paper version, and post cards with the online address and QR code will be placed at various locations throughout the County. The Parks and Recreation Department and the Chamber of Commerce will also distribute the survey. Responses will be collected until December 30 with data available the first week in January. An open house will be scheduled for the end of February/first of March to get additional input from the public and to provide results of the survey. Also seeking additional community members to participate on the Mrs. Flynn said this was a great presentation and she loves the commumiyinvolvememt.  committee.  Recreational Opportunities Committee.    Board of Supervisors November 12, 2019 Sheet 5  RE: EMERGENCY SERVICESAPPARATUS PROGRAM  Mr. Cox said the fire departments have been requesting, for the last several years, al ladder truck or specialty apparatus. Thei three departments, at the last EMS: meeting, discussed this again and het threw out an idea. After the completion oft the current apparatus replacement program, the next cycle (6 years offunding) could bej put towards a new ladder truck to bel housed in a building that exists today that it would fiti in. The proposal would involve future boards and is something the three fire companies are willing to work together on. Mr. Cox presented al letter signed by the chiefs of each fire department indicating their interest in this proposal. He asked that this be on Mr. Martin: noted the study by the Virginia Fire Services Board: may or may not! bei relevant. RE: RESOLUTION TO DECLARE AN INTENT TO REIMBURSE FOR PURCHASE OF LAND AND EASEMENTS FOR THE GREENE COUNTY WATER SUPPLY AND Mrs. Tracy Morris, Director of Finance, said the Board of Supervisors approved a resolution on October 22, 2019, to appropriate $422,000 for the purchase ofland and easements to continue the Greene County Water Supply and Treatment Project. The County can reimburse This is presented as an item for first review and will be on the action agenda for the next  the agenda for the next meeting as an item for first review.  TREATMENT PROJECT  itself for capital expenditures within a specific time frame.  Board of Supervisors meeting. RE: LIAISON REPORT  Mr. Herring said the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission met last Thursday and had an in-depth conversation about recycling. There is a company in North Carolina that will recycle glass and the regional group will meet to discuss the possibility to getting glass to the Albemarle facility to then be transported to North Carolina. Also, a letter went out to local legislators requesting their support ofadditional funding to support broadband projects. Mrs. Flynn said the Social Services meeting was postponed. Ms. Marta Keene ofJABA may attend a Board meeting during the first part oft the year to meet new: members prior to budget  season.  Mrs. Durrer said the Regional Jail Board will meet on' Thursday.  RE: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE  Mr. Taylor said the Electro Wizards, a group of gth grade students, placed first in their recent robotics competition and also gave a presentation to County staff about smart office Mr. Taylor also commented on his attendance at the annual VACO meeting thanking the  technology.  Board for the opportunity to attend. RE: OTHER ITEMS FROMTHE BOARD  Mr. Herring said the Trunk or Treat event held at Greene Commons on October 26 was  very well attended.    Board of Supervisors November 12, 2019 Sheet 6  RE: ADJOURN  The meeting was adjourned. The next scheduled meeting oft thel Board of Supervisors will  be on Tuesday, November 26, 2019.  dubyhhat William Bryan Martin, Chair Greene County Board of Supervisors  Greene County Board of Supervisors  Me2    Board of Supervisors November 12, 2019 Attachment "A"  RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT AND APPROPRIATE  FIFTEEN THOUSAND DOLLARS FOR MAPP2HEALTH TRANSPORTATION  ASSISTANCE GRANT  WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services received funds from the Mapp2Health WHEREAS, the funds in the amount of fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000.00) need to bea appropriated to the appropriate line item in the 2019-2020 budget ofthe County ofC Greene,  Core Group for the MAPP2Health Transportation Assistance Grant; and  Virginia.  NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Greene, Virginia that fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000.00) be appropriated to  the 2019-2020 budget of the County of Greene.  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County Administrator of 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 12th day ofNovember, 2019.  Motion: Michelle Flynn Second: Marie Durrer Recorded Vote: David L. Cox Marie C. Durrer Michelle Flynn Dale R. Herring Bill Martin  Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes.  Whhi William B.  ATTEST:  byhsf Martin, Chair  Greene County Board of Supervisors  Greene County Board of Supervisors  E