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Citizen Emergency Information Resources

September 23, 2014

Citizen Information Resources
Office of Emergency Management, Albemarle County

September is Emergency Preparedness Month!  Ms. Allison Farole of the Charlottesville-UVA-Albemarle County Emergency Communications Center will give a presentation on Emergency Preparedness at 7PM on Wednesday September 24th at Mountainside Senior Living in Crozet.  

  • Learn about Personal Preparedness
  •  Learn about our Local Hazards
  •  Discuss Personal safety
  •  See how to build an emergency kit
  •  Having a family plan
  •  Developing a Communication Plan

Additional details on the event flyer, click here to get it.

Community Emergency Alert

Get the PDF flyer of this information by clicking here.

You can register to receive phone messages, text messages and e-mail messages in case of emergency.  The system is TTY/TDD compatible.
Register at https://acuecc.onthealert.com/
  * Weather Warnings (Severe thunderstorm, Tornado, Flooding / Flash flooding, Winter storm)
  * Major Events (Evacuation order, Shelter-in-place order, Gas leak, Boil water advisory, Amber
alert / missing person alert)
  * Other (Community events with road closures, Major traffic disruption)
The Office of Emergency Management can be reached at 971-1263 or 970-1798 (8:30 AM-5:00 PM) if you need help with registration for any reason (e.g., no computer, no e-mail, problems with the registration form, etc.).

Social Media
The Emergency Communications Center has social media tools to help the community be aware of daily interruptions, such as road closure due to accidents.
  * Twitter – Follow #CommEmerg on Twitter ( https://twitter.com/CommEmerg )
  * Facebook – Like the Charlottesville, UVA, Albemarle County Emergency Communications Center page on Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/CommEmerg )

Traditional Media
  * Local television (if you have power)
  * Radio stations
  * Print media

979-INFO
The 979-INFO (979-4636) telephone line may be activated to provide the support during emergencies or situations in which there is a heavy call volume from the public.

Websites
  * Community emergency page (www.communityemergency.org)
  * Virginia Department of Emergency Management (www.vdem.state.va.us)
  * Ready Virginia (www.readyvirginia.gov)
  * FEMA’s Ready Website (www.readyvirginia.gov)
  * Red Cross (www.redcross.org)

Mobile Applications
For those with smart phones, there are many emergency applications you can download to get information before, during and after an emergency.
  * Ready Virginia app
  * VDOT 511
  * Red Cross (First Aid, Hurricane, Earthquake, etc.)
  * Various weather apps

November 2013 (From the Albemarle County Office of Emergency Management)

Fardowners Restaurant Library Days in October!

September 22, 2014

Fardowners Restaurant "Library Contribution" voucher-October 2014Fardowners Restaurant will host their third Crozet Library Days during the entire month of October 2014! 

Fardowners has been a strong supporter of the library in many ways and the latest event continues that tradition.
Eat at Fardowners any day in October and present this voucher (also available at the Crozet Library) and Fardowners will donate 15% of lunch food orders and 10% of dinner food orders to the Crozet/Western Albemarle Library.

Download a pdf to print: Fardowners BCL donation voucher

Visit Fardowners at 5773 The Square in Crozet.
Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 11 AM to 12 AM
Friday & Saturday: 11 AM to 1:30 AM
Sundays: 10 AM to 12 AM

Fardowners Restaurant chefs won the Third Annual Crozet Culinary Competion for Charity (CCCC) at the Lodge at Old Trail on September 18, 2014 for the second time!   So be sure to visit Fardowners Restaurant often in October and see why two years in a row the CCCC judges have rated Fardowners Crozet's best!

Crozet Avenue Streetscape Update

September 22, 2014

Streetscape Update – Wednesday, November 12, 2014

Join us for a celebration of the completion of the Crozet Avenue Strreetscape Project on Thursday, November 20, 2014 at Noon.  Click here for details.

Read the update regarding the Crozet Elementary Safe Routes to School by clicking here.

UPDATE: Friday, October 31:

The following progress on the Crozet Streetscape project was made this week:

  • All striping was completed, including turn arrow, bike-lane markings, stop bars, etc.

The following work is planned through the end of the project:

  • Signage was delayed and is scheduled to be installed Monday, November 3
  • A Substantial Completion Inspection will be held with VDOT next week
  • Substantial completion deadline is officially November 18, and Final Completion is December 18th.

Please note that the engineer, inspector, project manager, and contractor will walk the entire jobsite and identify any last remaining items to be completed just prior to the contract substantial completion date. The current substantial completion date is November 18th. The contractor will have 30 days from the date of substantial completion to correct any deficiencies or remaining work identified at that time.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony is being planned for mid-November. Details will be announced as soon as they are confirmed. We hope that local business owners, stakeholders, and residents will attend.

Motorists are reminded the speed limit is 25 MPH. Please drive carefully through your downtown.

If you have concerns or questions about the Crozet Streetscape, Albemarle County's Project Manager is Frank Pohl.  He can be reached via email to: fpohl@albemarle.org or by phone: 434-872-4501, ext. 9-7914 or mobile: 434-466-7458.

CCAC Meeting September 17, 2014

September 17, 2014

CROZET COMMUNITY ADVISORY COUNCIL (CCAC) Meeting

The Crozet Library Community Room Crozet (2020 Library Avenue)
Wednesday, September 17, 2014 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 
NOTE the new day and location!

Agenda

1. Agenda Review. (Meg Holden – CCAC chair)

2. Approval of Minutes from previous meetings (June 16, July 2, July 17, and August 21)

3. Project Updates/Information:

  •  Streetscape updates/issues if there are any, safe walks to school, Harris Teeter Crossing (Trevor Henry, Albemarle County Director of Facilities Development).
  • Crozet Park events and plans – Kim Guenther, President
  • County staff to dicuss new proposed zoning text amendments for setbacks in development areas.
  • Brief update on Barnes Lumber Property and plans for learning about Community Development Corporation (CDC).

4. Items not listed on the agenda 

5. Announcements.

6. Future Agenda Items.

CCA Meeting Agenda, September 11, 2014

September 7, 2014

Crozet Community Meeting
September 11, 2014
7:30PM at the Field School

(Click here for PDF version of the agenda)

Welcome
Agenda Review / Changes and additions from the floor.
Approval of the CCA’s last meeting's minutes (May 8 2014) (Click here for draft of May 8 minutes)
Treasurer's Report by Emery Taylor  ($10 family contribution for 2014 now payable)

Drop-in visit from Albemarle County Police officers (Evening Patrol Division) As part of the Albemarle County Police department community policing.

Presentations:  Information about Ambulance billing and EMS Cost Recovery in Albemarle County by Kostas Albertis, WARS.

Update on Crozet Avenue Streetscape project and Crozet Safe Routes to School Sidewalk project by Albemarle County staffers Trevor Henry, Director of Facilities Development and Jack Kelsey, Transportation Engineer.

Updates and News from Ann Mallek, our county supervisor.

Old Business:

  • Updates from the Crozet Park (Kim Guenther, Crozet Park President)
  • Update on the Build Crozet Library fundraising (http://buildcrozetlibrary.org)
  • Update on Barnes Lumber re-development proposal by Frank Stoner/Milestone Partners? http://www.barnes-lumber.com
  • Recap of Fourth annual Crozet Independence Day Celebration.  Next year's on Saturday, July 4, 2015!

New Business:

  • Replacing stolen "Welcome to Crozet" sign near RWSA treatment plant on Rte 240 (Three Notch'd Road)
  • Revision of bylaws regarding voting on motions.
    • Article VII: Motions made at a scheduled meeting will be presented, but not voted for acceptance until the subsequent scheduled meeting. The context of the motion will be communicated in the meeting minutes of the meeting in which it is presented and noted as being presented for vote at the subsequent meeting.
    • AMEND to: (italics indicates added or changed text)  Motions on new matters or topics made at a scheduled meeting will be presented, but not voted for acceptance until the subsequent scheduled meeting. The context of the motion will be communicated in the meeting minutes of the meeting in which it is presented and noted as being presented for vote at the subsequent meeting.  The CCA website and email list will also be used to communicate about these pending motions.  Motions involving the routine business of the CCA, (e.g., Good Neighbor Awards, Crozet Emblem stickers) may be made and moved in the same meeting.
  • New Crozet emblem stickers and magnetic emblems.  Asking for a $3. donation for the magnetic emblems.
  • Other items? 

Comments and Questions?

Announcements –

Future Agenda Items?

The next CCA meeting is November 13, 2014 at 7:30 PM at the Field School Auditorium

CCA meetings are at 7:30 PM on the second Thursday of the odd numbered months (except July).
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Crozet Safe Routes to School Sidewalk project

September 6, 2014

From Albemarle County Streetscape Updates: CROZET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TO BALLARD DRIVE

The purpose of this mostly VDOT grant-funded project is to provide safe pedestrian access from the Crozet Elementary School to Ballard Drive. Drainage improvements and a sidewalk will be constructed along the west side including a pedestrian crossing at the school entrance. The project was bid last fall and bids came in significantly over the County's budget. To move the project forward, VDOT required the design team to re-engineer the project to meet the project budget and/or find additional funds – the County has done both. A redesign to limit the impact of the existing waterline was approved in concept by both VDOT and ACSA at the end of the summer, which has reduced the cost of the project. Additional monies will also be appropriated to fill the funding gap. The formal design documents are now being revised to reflect this change and the project is back on track to bid this Fall.

The schedule of the project is as follows:
09/29/14 – Redesign Complete
10/10/14 – VDOT Review Complete
10/17/14 – Final Revisions Complete
10/21/14 – Out to Bid
11/20/14 – Bids Due
Construction is estimated to take approximately 2 months from when the contractor is issued a Notice to Proceed. Staff and the contractor will evaluate when to start construction, which could occur as soon as December or as late as early spring, depending on weather and contractor scheduling.

Special Crozet Avenue Streetscape Update

September 2, 2014


As previously advised, (see full Streetscap Update)  crosswalk installation across Crozet Avenue and Jarmans Gap Road started last week (August 25-29). This requires the installation of temporary "bumps" at each crosswalk. "Bump Ahead" signs have been posted to warn motorists of the changing road conditions. Please drive slowly over these temporary bumps, remain alert and drive/walk carefully when traveling through the construction zone. Thank you for your patience and courtesy to motorists, pedestrians and workers during this difficult phase of construction.

This work should be complete within 2 to 3 weeks (by September 12 or 19).

Please drive carefully throughout the construction zone and follow all posted signage.

If you have concerns or questions about the Crozet Streetscape, Albemarle County's Project Manager is Frank Pohl.  He can be reached via email to: fpohl@albemarle.org or by phone: 434-872-4501, ext. 9-7914 or mobile: 434-466-7458.  He has office hours at the Crozet Library on Wednesdays from Noon to 1:00 PM

2014 May 8 CCA meeting minutes 

August 23, 2014

Crozet Community Association (CCA) Minutes

May 8, 2014 at 7:30 PM
(Approved as presented September 11, 2014)
The Field School Auditorium

Click here for PDF version of these minutes.

Welcome: was given by Tim Tolson, President.  There were 20 members in attendance.

Agenda Review / Changes and additions from the floor:  There were no additions.

Approval of the CCA’s last meeting's minutes (March 13, 2014):  Karl Pomeroy made the motion that the minutes be approved and Lisa Goehler seconded the motion.  Approval was unanimous.

Treasurer's Report by Emery Taylor:  Emery reported a balance in  the bank of $7,817.73

Fireman’s Raffle:  Gary Dillon spoke briefly about the Crozet Volunteer Fire Department raffle of $16,000 this Saturday night, May 10 at the fire hall.  Good meals and good place to meet your neighbor.  He also asked if we had noticed the new all glass overhead doors into the Fire Company building?  Several had and remarked how good they looked and how great it was to see the fire trucks now!

A Moment in Crozet History (Phil James): Phil showed a slide of a photograph done by Holsinger on December 5, 1913.  This was at our railroad station in Crozet before it was bricked.  He compared the picture of then to what it is now. Times have changed.

Drop-in visits from Albemarle County Police officer (Evening Patrol Division) : The policeman had a call dispatched and did not make it to the meeting.

Presentation:

Albemarle Housing Improvement Program (AHIP) update on Orchard Acres and available grants for Orchard Acres home improvements (http://ahipva.org; Joyce Dudek, Associate Director of Community Development;  and Ravi Respeto, Development Director) :  AHIP is emphasizing safe at home for the children.  Ravi spoke on AHIP trying to upgrade in energy efficiencies.  They have helped 132 households and are concentrating on incomes between $20,000-$30,000 dollars.  They have many volunteers and partnerships to help with the different projects.  Their wait list is around 400 people.

Joyce mentioned that AHIP has almost completed one year of their two-year project in Orchard Acres. Let them know if we know of someone who might qualify for AHIP assistance.

Crime Prevention Watch neighborhood sign program, Crozet Safety Corp (http://CrozetSafetyCorps.org; Jim Crosby and Tom Loach):  Jim spoke on the new signs and how they can be installed.  There are several steps to getting these new signs purchased and installed. The Albemarle County Police will help in getting the VDOT permit.  Every neighborhood that has a sign must have a member of the Crozet Safety Corp in their neighborhood as a contact person. 

Old Business:

  • Updates from the Crozet Park (Kim Guenther, Crozet Park President) :  In the absence of Kim, Jo Ann Perkins spoke on the Arts and Crafts Festival, the survey of the park, the master plan of the park, Comcast Cares Days, and community volunteerism at the park.  Please go to crozetpark.org and take the survey.
  • The Green Olive Tree:  Jo Ann Perkins spoke on this being the 35th year of operation of The Green Olive Tree as a business in Crozet.
  • Update on the Build Crozet Library fundraising (http://buildcrozetlibrary.org; Bill Schrader) :  Bill spoke on many statistics of the new library and that the Board of Supervisors have approved to extend the library hours more.  The new library is the only LEED building that the Albemarle County has built and it has a silver LEED ranking.  More money needs to be raised to complete the project for the furnishings.  The usage of the rooms at the library stay booked.
  • Update and schedule of Crozet Streetscape work.   Tim Tolson spoke on the update of the streetscape from Trevor Henry.  Everything seems to be right on schedule.
  • Fundraising ideas to raise $1,000 for a “leaf” at Crozet Library giving tree?
  • Follow status at: http://albemarle.org/CrozetStreetscape  (or CrozetCommunity.org)  Any ideas to raise 1,000 dollars for CCA to have a leaf on the library tree?  Please share your ideas.
  • Update on Barnes Lumber re-development proposal by Frank Stoner/Milestone Partners? http://www.barnes-lumber.com.   Nothing new to report.
  • Update on Acme Visible Records (Wilson Jones Property)  Tim read a letter from Sarah Huddle, April 16.
  • Recap of Fourth annual Crozet Fundraiser Swing Dance on March 29.  The CCA raised over $1,000 to be shared by the Crozet Volunteer Fire Department, Western Albemarle Rescue Squad, and Build Crozet Library.

New Business:

  • 2014 Crozet Independence Day Celebration (CIDC) is Saturday, July 5.  Parade line-up is 4PM, parade starts at 5PM.  Celebration at the park at 6PM and fireworks at 9:30 PM.  Next planning meeting is May 14 at 7:30 PM at the Firehouse.  All are welcome to attend and help!
  • Suggestions for two people to receive this year’s Good Neighbor Award: Mike Marshall nominated Jessica Mauzy and Bill Schrader to receive the Good Neighbor Awards.   Several commented that both of them have done so much for Crozet community.   Their nomination has happily approved.
  • Other items:  Suggestion made to clarify in the CCA bylaws that it’s permissible to allow the Good neighbor Award to be voted on at only one meeting instead of needing two readings and meetings usually required. 

Comments and Questions? – None at this point in the meeting.

Announcements –

  • Crozet Community Orchestra (Lisa Goehler) Anyone can play in the orchestra.  June 8th at Crozet Baptist at 6:30 PM.
  • Crozet Elementary Glow Run:  May 23rd.  Watch for announcements.
  • Crozet Lions will be selling gourmet hot dogs at Crozet Arts and Crafts Festival.
  • Crozet Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) Spring Fund Drive Raffle – Grand Prize is $16,000!  Drawing this Sat., May 10 at the Firehouse. Dinner at 6PM, Raffle at 7PM.  Barbecue Pork & Chicken.  You do NOT need to be present to win!
  • Crozet Arts and Crafts Festival, this Saturday & Sunday, May 10-11.  They need your help to make it a success.  Volunteer at: http://crozetfestival.com/volunteering-our-way-to-a-great-festival/   And also plan to attend and bring your co-workers and friends!
  • The 2014 Crozet Farmers Market opened last Saturday, May 3, in its traditional location, the now-renovated parking lot of Crozet United Methodist Church (CUMC).
  • Crozet Community Advisory Council meeting next Thursday, May 15 at 7:00 PM at The Meadows.  Everyone is encouraged to attend.
  • Crozet Trails Crew – Zvarych-Rosinski Bridge dedication on Saturday, May 17th. Be at the first cul de sac on the left in Foothill Crossing at 9:30 am. Park along the road. There is a 10-minute walk on the trail to reach the bridge. Please invite friends and family– this is a great way to see part of the trail and be part of the community too!
  • The Field School (our hosts) is sponsoring a speaking event & discussion, titled “Healthy Boys” by Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms at the Paramount Theater on the Charlottesville Downtown Mall on Saturday, May 17 at 10:30 AM.  Tickets are $12 for adults and $8 for students and available at http://www.theparamount.net/
  • The Field School is having their Second Annual Field School Triathlon on Sunday, May 18 from 8 to 10AM.
  • Virginia Broadband (Internet access) Survey: It is critical that all county residents and business owners, particularly those in rural areas, participate in the survey in order to establish important baseline data.  Available on-line at: www.wired.virginia.gov/broadband/broadband-survey.

Future Agenda Items – None were suggested.

Tim Tolson closed the meeting at 8:50  PM.

These minutes were prepared by Jo Ann Z. Perkins, Secretary of CCA.

The next CCA meeting is September 11, 2014 at 7:30 PM at the Field School Auditorium

CCA meetings are at 7:30 PM on the second Thursday of the odd numbered months
(except July).

2014 March 13 CCA meeting minutes

August 23, 2014

Crozet Community Association (CCA) Minutes

March 13, 2014 at 7:30 PM
(As approved at May 8, 2014 meeting)
The Field School Auditorium

Click here for PDF version of these minutes.

Welcome:  Tim Tolson opened the meeting at 7:33, thanked everyone for being there. There were about 24 members present.

Agenda Review / Changes and additions from the floor: Paul Grady asked to make announcement about his Ivy landfill petition, otherwise no changes.

Approval of the CCA’s last meeting's minutes (January 9, 2014):  The minutes were compiled from notes by Tim Tolson and Ann Mallek.  Phil Best made a motion to approve the minutes as presented, Karl Pomeroy seconded, and they were accepted unanimously.

Treasurer's Report by Emery Taylor:  Emery Taylor could not attend, so Tim gave the report. There is $7,676.59 in the CCA checking account, most of which is earmarked for the Crozet Independence Day Celebration expenses.  Tim reminded everyone if they haven’t paid their CCA for 2014, only $10; please see him after the meeting.

A Moment in Crozet History (Phil James): (Phil James) Phil talked of what used to be in downtown in 1954.  He showed a black and white image of aerial view of downtown area that is currently subjected to Streetscape.  The 1950s era picture showed many houses and a center farm area, now gone.  Lumberyard, Tabor Street Hilltop, Main Street (now Crozet Avenue) and The Square are clearly visible. Now gone are the Lyons house, shops next to Methodist church and the Blue Goose Building, and next to Cucina del Sol, as well as between Mountainside and Cucina such as the Bank of Crozet.  Crozet Pool room’s old location later became doctor’s office (and more recently Emery Taylor’s dentistry).

Presentation:

Albemarle County Police Officer Andrew Gluba, the Blue Ridge Division Crime Prevention Officer.  About Community safety and preparedness.

Officer Andrew Gluba, Crime Prevention Specialist with over 20 years service in Albemarle County Police Department.  He covers the Blue Ridge District, which covers the western and southern portions of the county.

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2014 January 9 CCA meeting minutes

August 23, 2014

Crozet Community Association (CCA) Minutes

January 9, 2014 at 7:30 PM
(As approved at March 13, 2014 meeting)
The Field School Auditorium

Click here for PDF version of these minutes.

Welcome:  Tim Tolson, President, welcomed all at 7:35, calling the meeting to order.  There were 16 members present.

Agenda Review / Changes and additions from the floor:  There were none.

Approval of the CCA’s last meeting's minutes (November 14, 2013):  Motion was made by Lisa Goehler to approve the minutes, seconded by Emery Taylor, and unanimously approved.

Treasurer's Report by Emery Taylor:  Emery Taylor, Treasurer, reported that the checking account has $7576.59.  Deposit of $1,625 for July 2014 fireworks paid in mid-November 2013. Nearly all of these funds are designated for the Independence Day celebration, and in particular, for the fireworks.

A Moment in Crozet History (Phil James):  Phil James showed a picture of Crozet Avenue near current post office when we got a 12-inch snowfall the winter of 1959-60.  One showed Billy Walker, Jr. plowing snow with mule drawn plow.

Possible Drop-in visits from Albemarle County Police officer (Evening Patrol Division) As part of the new Albemarle County Police department community policing.   Police Chief Sellers introduced Matthew Saullen and Ron Lance, both officers reside in Crozet.

Presentation:

Update and schedule of Crozet Streetscape work by Trevor Henry and Frank Pohl.  Mr. Pohl is the project manager for the Crozet Streetscape project.  Follow status at: http://albemarle.org/CrozetStreetscape 

Mr. Pohl gave a PowerPoint presentation about the plans and timetable of the Crozet Streetscape.  The slides are available on the Crozet Community website.   The power lines along Crozet Avenue came down today.  Dominion Virginia Power will remove the poles in a few days when the weather permits. 

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