--- type: document title: RC BOS Minutes 09122022 file: ../RC BOS Minutes 09122022.pdf tags: - 2024-02-16 FOIA Response docDate: 2022-09-12 contentType: application/pdf contentLength: 131564 sha256sum: 1f2bc746d4f9c58229c9be43f22f570f63cec15aac1a03ccd7ed2f2fc6876dd6 sha1sum: f3d60c11b7a51a959fe018610b3b672128d6d0d7 --- September 12, 2022 A regular monthly meeting of the Russell County Board of Supervisors was held on Monday, September 12, 2022 at 6:00 pm at the Russell County Government Center in Lebanon, Virginia. The Clerk called the meeting to order. Roll Call by the Clerk: Present: Tim Lovelace Lou Wallace David Eaton Steve Breeding Rebecca Dye Oris Christian Absent: Carl Rhea Invocation by Caleb Johnson followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Presentations Linda Skeens was recognized as the “Viral County Fair Queen” by the Board of Supervisors and was presented a resolution in her honor. The Board presented Russell County Country music band 49 Winchester with a resolution proclaiming April 09 as the Annual “49 Winchester Day” in Russell County. Dora Martin, representing Vet Fest gave the Board an overview of the Vet Fest event to be held on September 24, 2022. Cuba Porter, Chairman of The Russell County Public Service Authority gave an update on the fire hydrants and PSA projects. New Business APPROVAL OF THE AUGUST 01, 2022 MINUTES Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding as duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve the August 01, 2022 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof. The vote was: Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian Nay: None APPROVAL OF GENERAL COUNTY INVOICES September 12, 2022 A regular monthly meeting of the Russell County Board of Supervisors was held on Monday, September 12, 2022 at 6:00 pm at the Russell County Government Center in Lebanon, Virginia. The Clerk called the meeting to order. Roll Call by the Clerk: Present: Tim Lovelace Lou Wallace David Eaton Steve Breeding Rebecca Dye Oris Christian Absent: Carl Rhea Invocation by Caleb Johnson followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Presentations Linda Skeens was recognized as the “Viral County Fair Queen” by the Board of Supervisors and was presented a resolution in her honor. ‘The Board presented Russell County Country music band 49 Winchester with a resolution proclaiming April 09 as the Annual “49 Winchester Day” in Russell County. Dora Martin, representing Vet Fest gave the Board an overview of the Vet Fest event to be held on September 24, 2022. Cuba Porter, Chairman of The Russell County Public Service Authority gave an update on the fire hydrants and PSA projects. New Business APPROVAL OF THE AUGUST 01, 2022 MINUTES Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding as duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve the August 01, 2022 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof. The vote was: ‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian Nay: None APPROVAL OF GENERAL COUNTY INVOICES Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Oris Christian as duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve of general county invoices in the amount of $ , including reoccurring and withholdings. The vote was: Aye: Steve Breeding, Oris Christian, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and David Eaton Nay: None Committee Appointments LISA HUBBARD APPOINTED TO THE TOURISM ADVISORY COMMITTEE Motion made by David Eaton, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to appoint Lisa Hubbard to the Tourism Advisory Committee for a (2) two-year term, said term ending August 01, 2024. The vote was: Aye: David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian Nay: None HARRY FERGUSON APPOINTED TO THE RUSSELL COUNTY PSA Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to appoint Harry Ferguson to The Russell County Public Service Authority to fill the unexpired term of Phillip Campbell, said term ending August 01, 2026. The vote was: Aye: Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Oris Christian Nay: None KAREN DAVIS, SHARON SARGENT, SHARON VANDYKE AND JUDY ASHBROOK APPOINTED TO THE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES Motion made Steve Breeding, second David Eaton to re-appoint Karen Davis, Sharon Sargent, and Sharon VanDyke and to appoint Judy Ashbrook to the Russell County Library Board of Trustees for (4) four-year terms, said terms ending September 20, 2026. The vote was: Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian Nay: None MADDIE GORDON APPOINTED TO THE UPPER TENNESSEE RIVER ROUNDTABLE Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second Tim Lovelace to appoint Maddie Gordon to the Upper Tennessee River Roundtable to fill the unexpired term of Nathaniel Rasnake, said term ending December 31, 2024. Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Oris Christian as duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve of general county invoices in the amount of $ , including reoccurring and withholdings. The vote was: Aye: Steve Breeding, Oris Christian, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and David Eaton Nay: None Committee Appointments LISA HUBBARD APPOINTED TO THE TOURISM ADVISORY COMMITTEE Motion made by David Eaton, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to. appoint Lisa Hubbard to the Tourism Advisory Committee for a (2) two-year term, said term ending ‘August 01, 2024. The vote was: Aye: David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian Nay: None HARRY FERGUSON APPOINTED TO THE RUSSELL COUNTY PSA Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to appoint Harry Ferguson to The Russell County Public Service Authority to fill the unexpired term of Phillip Campbell, said term ending August 01, 2026. The vote was: ‘Aye: Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Oris Christian Nay: None KAREN DAVIS, SHARON SARGENT, SHARON VANDYKE AND JUDY ASHBROOK APPOINTED TO THE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES Motion made Steve Breeding, second David Eaton to re-appoint Karen Davis, Sharon Sargent, and ‘Sharon VanDyke and to appoint Judy Ashbrook to the Russell County Library Board of Trustees for (4) four-year terms, said terms ending September 20, 2026. The vote was: ‘Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian Nay: None MADDIE GORDON APPOINTED TO THE UPPER TENNESSEE RIVER ROUNDTABLE Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second Tim Lovelace to appoint Maddie Gordon to the Upper Tennessee River Roundtable to fill the unexpired term of Nathaniel Rasnake, said term ending December 31, 2024. The vote was: Aye: Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, David Eaton and Oris Christian Nay: None Citizens Comment Brandon Moore, Moccasin stated that the Moccasin solid waste site has been closing early. Victor Hall, Castlewood commented that a water main leak flooded his garage, and the PSA was at fault. Annie Stevens, New Garden Rescue Squad requested ARPA funds to help with the expenses of the all the fire and rescue departments. The following citizens spoke in favor of making Russell County a Pro-Life sanctuary: Sandy Hess Michelle Vance Arnold King Dr. Don Zampogna Larry Hughes Adam Hess Stephen Damron Scotty Perkins Tim Whited Cody Jackson Michael Sautters Gordon Colob Kenny Bolling Mike Dye Jony Baker Jonathan Edwards Lynn Hess Shelly Reynolds Sue Hubbard Jody Shelton Kirby Meadows Ericia Hubbard Wayne Hubbard Delana Bodmer Nate Kiser Paul Herndon Darrell Fletcher The Chair closed citizens’ comment. APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING RUSSELL COUNTY AS A PRO-LIFE SANCTUARY The vote was: Aye: Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, David Eaton and Oris Christian Nay: None Citizens Comment Brandon Moore, Moccasin stated that the Moccasin solid waste site has been closing early. Victor Hall, Castlewood commented that a water main leak flooded his garage, and the PSA was at fault. Annie Stevens, New Garden Rescue Squad requested ARPA funds to help with the expenses of the all the fire and rescue departments. The following citizens spoke in favor of making Russell County a Pro-Life sanctuary: ‘Sandy Hess Michelle Vance Arnold King Dr. Don Zampogna Larry Hughes ‘Adam Hess ‘Stephen Damron Scotty Perkins Tim Whited Cody Jackson Michael Sautters Gordon Colob Kenny Bolling Mike Dye Jony Baker Jonathan Edwards Lynn Hess Shelly Reynolds ‘Sue Hubbard Jody Shelton Kirby Meadows, Ericia Hubbard Wayne Hubbard Delana Bodmer Nate Kiser Paul Herndon Darrell Fletcher The Chair closed citizens’ comment, APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING RUSSELL COUNTY AS A PRO-LIFE SANCTUARY Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to pass the original resolution (as written by Steve Breeding) proclaiming Russell County as a Pro-Life Sanctuary. The vote was: Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian Nay: None The Chair declared a 5- minute break. The Chair reconvened the meeting. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Motion made by Oris Christian, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve the agenda as presented. The vote was: Aye: Oris Christian, Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, David Eaton, and Lou Wallace Nay: None Constitutional Office Reports and Requests Treasurer Alicia McGlothlin commented that tax tickets were ready to go out and due to increased values, taxes would increase around 20%. She also discussed the school reversion funds. County Attorney Reports and Requests COUNTY PERSONNEL POLICY INSURANCE INCENTIVE TO INCLUDE EMPLOYEES OF CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICES Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors amend the Russell County Personnel Policy to include employees of constitutional offices in the insurance retirement incentive. The vote was: Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace Nay: None APPROVAL OF A LANDFILL CONTRACT WITH POTESTA AND ASSOCIATES Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve the Russell County Landfill Consultant Contract with Potesta and Associates with modifications to the contract as made by the County Attorney. The vote was: Aye: Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Oris Christian, Lou Ann Wallance Nay: None Steve Breeding Highlight Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to pass the original resolution (as written by Steve Breeding) proclaiming Russell County as a Pro-Life Sanctuary. The vote was: ‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian Nay: None ‘The Chair declared a 5- minute break. The Chair reconvened the meeting. ‘APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Motion made by Oris Christian, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve the agenda as presented. The vote was: Aye: Oris Christian, Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, David Eaton, and Lou Wallace Nay: None Constitutional Office Reports and Requests Treasurer Alicia McGlothlin commented that tax tickets were ready to go out and due to increased values, taxes would increase around 20%. She also discussed the school reversion funds. County Attorney Reports and Requests COUNTY PERSONNEL POLICY INSURANCE INCENTIVE TO INCLUDE EMPLOYEES OF CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICES Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors ‘amend the Russell County Personnel Policy to include employees of constitutional offices in the insurance retirement incentive. The vote was: ‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace Nay: None APPROVAL OF $1000 PER MONTH IN ARPA FUNDS FOR FIRE AND RESCUE AGENCIES Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to allocate $1000 per month for 12 months to county fire and rescue agencies from ARPA funds. The vote was: Aye: Rebecca Dye, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace Nay: None APPROVAL OF A VDOT DANTE DEPOT RENOVATION CONTRACT Motion made by David Eaton, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve a VDOT Dante Depot Renovation Contract. The vote was: Aye: David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace Nay: None APPROVAL OF THE DHCD DANTE SEWER LINE EXTENSION AGREEMENT Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve the DHCD Sewer Line Extension Agreement. The vote was: Aye: Rebecca Dye, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace Nay: None APPROVAL OF A DCJS VICTIM WITNESS GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $70,000 Motion made by David Eaton, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to accept and appropriate a DCJS Victim Witness Grant in the amount of $70,000. The vote was: Aye: David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace Nay: None APPROVAL TO PURCHASE AN ICE TABULATOR FOR VOTER REGISTRATION Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve the purchase of an ICE Tabulator as requested by the Voter Registration office in the amount of $8625.00. The vote was: Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian Nay: None APPROVAL OF A VDOT RESOLUTION -PROJECT 7058-097-105, G302, G303 APPROVAL OF $1000 PER MONTH IN ARPA FUNDS FOR FIRE AND RESCUE AGENCIES Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to allocate $1000 per month for 12 months to county fire and rescue agencies from ARPA funds. The vote was: ‘Aye: Rebecca Dye, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace Nay: None APPROVAL OF A VDOT DANTE DEPOT RENOVATION CONTRACT Motion made by David Eaton, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve a VDOT Dante Depot Renovation Contract. The vote was: ‘Aye: David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace Nay: None APPROVAL OF THE DHCD DANTE SEWER LINE EXTENSION AGREEMENT Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve the DHCD Sewer Line Extension Agreement. The vote was ‘Aye: Rebecca Dye, Da Nay: None Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace APPROVAL OF A DCIS VICTIM WITNESS GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $70,000 Motion made by David Eaton, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to accept and appropriate a DCIS Victim Witness Grant in the amount of $70,000. The vote was ‘Aye: David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace Nay: None APPROVAL TO PURCHASE AN ICE TABULATOR FOR VOTER REGISTRATION Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve the purchase of an ICE Tabulator as requested by the Voter Registration office in the amount of $8625.00, The vote was: ‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian Nay: None APPROVAL OF A VDOT RESOLUTION -PROJECT 7058-097-105, G302, G303 Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve a VDOT Resolution for Highway System – Project 7058-097-105, G302 and G303. The vote was: Aye: Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace Nay: None APPROVAL OF A CSA SUPPLEMENT REQUEST IN THE AMOUNT OF $11,141.09 Motion made by David Eaton, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve a CSA Supplement request in the amount of $11,141.09. The vote was: Aye: David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace Nay: None APPROVAL OF $356,522.13 RUSSELL COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD REVERSION FUNDS CORRECTION Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to accept the correction of Russell County Schools reversion funds in the amount of $356,522.13. The vote was: Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian Nay: None ACCEPTANCE OF A $43,265.96 NATIONAL OPIOIDS SETTLEMENT PAYMENT Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to accept and appropriate a National Opioids settlement payment in the amount of $43,265.96. The vote was: Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian Nay: None APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE FOR A TOURISM COORDINATOR Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to advertise for a Russell County Tourism Coordinator. The vote was: Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian Nay: None APPROVAL OF RC PLANNING COMMISSION PLAT FOR GREGORY & AUDREY TILLER Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve a plat for Gregory and Audrey Tiller as requested by the Russell County Planning Commission. Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve a VDOT Resolution for Highway System — Project 7058-097-105, G302 and G303. The vote was: ‘Aye: Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace Nay: None APPROVAL OF A CSA SUPPLEMENT REQUEST IN THE AMOUNT OF $11,141.09 Motion made by David Eaton, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve a CSA Supplement request in the amount of $11,141.09. The vote was ‘Aye: David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace Nay: None APPROVAL OF $356,522.13 RUSSELL COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD REVERSION FUNDS CORRECTION Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to accept the correction of Russell County Schools reversion funds in the amount of $356,522.13. The vote was: ‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian Nay: None ACCEPTANCE OF A $43,265.96 NATIONAL OPIOIDS SETTLEMENT PAYMENT Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to accept and appropriate a National Opioids settlement payment in the amount of $43,265.96. The vote was: Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian Nay: None APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE FOR A TOURISM COORDINATOR Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to advertise for a Russell County Tourism Coordinator. The vote was: ‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian Nay: None APPROVAL OF RC PLANNING COMMISSION PLAT FOR GREGORY & AUDREY TILLER Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve a plat for Gregory and Audrey Tiller as requested by the Russell County Planning Commission. The vote was: Aye: David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace Nay: None APPROVAL OF A TRAVEL REQUEST FOR THE RC PUBLIC LIBRARY Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve a travel request from the Russell County Public Library. The vote was: Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian Nay: None OCTOBER BOARD MEETING TO HELD ON OCTOBER 06, 2022 Motion made by Oris Christian, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to move the October 03, 2022 Board of Supervisors meeting to Thursday, October 06, 2022. The vote was: Aye: Oris Christian, Rebecca Dye, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace and Lou Wallace Nay: None ______________________ ____________________ Clerk of the Board Chairperson The vote was ‘Aye: David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace Nay: None APPROVAL OF A TRAVEL REQUEST FOR THE RC PUBLIC LIBRARY Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to approve a travel request from the Russell County Public Library. The vote was ‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian Nay: None OCTOBER BOARD MEETING TO HELD ON OCTOBER 06, 2022 Motion made by Oris Christian, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to move the October 03, 2022 Board of Supervisors meeting to Thursday, October 06, 2022. The vote was: ‘Aye: Oris Christian, Rebecca Dye, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace and Lou Wallace Nay: None Clerk of the Board Chairperson,