CCA Meeting Agenda November 12, 2015

Crozet Community Meeting
Tentative Agenda
November 12, 2015
7:30 PM 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 (September 10, 2015) (Click here for PDF version of the minutes)
Treasurer's Report by Emery Taylor  ($10 family contribution)
A Moment in Crozet History – Phil James

Albemarle County Police Department (ACPD) visit and update (Evening Patrol Division) As part of the Albemarle County Police department community policing.

Presentation: Piedmont Place – Piedmont Realty Holdings: Drew and Michelle Holzwarth, Crozet residents.  A new development across from the Crozet Library, on the parcel where Claudius Place was planned several years ago.

Old Business:

  • Crozet Park update – Kim Guenther
  • Recap of local candidates forum hosted by CCA October 13.
  • Final action on motion that the  Downtown Crozet Initiative (DCI) group be a CCA sub-committee (combining the development and business standing committees in the bylaws) to help provide input and guidance on Crozet Downtown development, especially the re-development of Barnes Lumber property and the new central plaza and downtown civic space a reality.

New Business: 

  • Train noise adverse impacts and proposal – Jennifer and Hunter Opilla.
  • Election of CCA officers occurs at our next meeting, January 14, 2016. Nominations are open for President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Current officers are: President: Tim Tolson, Vice-President: Lisa Goehler, Secretary: Jo Ann Perkins, and Treasurer: Emery Taylor. Candidates must be present at the January 14 meeting or have spoken with a current officer about their willingness to serve if elected.

Comments or Questions?
Announcements –

  • Crozet Community Orchestra Concert -Sunday, November 15, 2015 at 4:00 pm at Crozet Baptist Church, 5804 Crozet Avenue, Crozet VA, 22932.  For details visit: http://crozetcommunityorchestra.org/
  • Crozet Community Advisory Committee (CCAC) meeting is CANCELLED for Wednesday, November 18 at 7:00 PM. Next meeting is December 16.
  • Adelaide – A new 98 Unit development immediately to the west of Cory Farm is beginning the county re-zoning process.  (Kyle Redinger)
  • Others?

Future Agenda Items?

The next CCA meeting is January 14, 2016 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).
Join our email list, by clicking on the "Contact Us" link on the top of this page. 
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CCAC Meeting Agenda 21 October 2015

CROZET COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CCAC) Meeting

Crozet Library Community Room, 2020 Library Avenue, Crozet
Wednesday, October 21, 2015 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 
 

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Agenda

1. Agenda Review. (Jennie More – CCAC chair)

2. Approval of Minutes (Click here for September 16, 2015 meeting minutes.)

3. Project Updates/Information:

  • Reminder about change in location for the November Meeting- It will be at The Meadows.
  • Introduction of Adam Mulchay – Environmental Studies Academy (15minutes)
  • Update on Former Barnes Lumber Property- Frank Stoner- (45minutes)
  • Discussion about parking and DCD zoning. (20 minutes)
  • Discussion about infrastructure specific to roads and connectivity. (20 minutes)

4. Items not listed on the agenda.

5. Announcements.

6.. Future Agenda Items.

 

 

 

Candidates Forum – October 13, 2015

Candidates Forum, Tuesday, October 13
from 7:30 to 9:30 PM at the Field School (1408 Crozet Avenue).

Thirteen candidates for election in November, including all the at-large and White Hall district school board candidates, as well as those for countywide offices and the state House of Delegates for this area have accepted the invitation to come to the CCA-sponsored candidates forum. (see list below).

There will be a moderator to ensure fairness and time efficiency. We will start with each candidate having three minutes for opening remarks and then proceed to questions. We will start with submitted questions and then take questions from the audience. We reserve the right to moderate questions. We expect that everyone will demonstrate appropriate civility and decorum.

Submit your questions here: http://goo.gl/forms/tLVvoOcI2s

House of Delegate candidates
Steve Landes
Angela Lynn

School Board at-large candidates
Jonno Alcaro
Dolly Joseph
Catherine Lochner

School Board White Hall district candidates
C.J. Hatcher
David Oberg

White Hall district supervisor candidate
Ann Mallek (unopposed)

Clerk of the Court candidates
George W. Foresman
Franklin Micciche
Debra M. Shipp
Jon Zug

Commonwealth Attorney candidates
Robert Tracci
(Denise Lunsford cannot attend tonight, but will be at EARL forum 10/15.)
 

 

 

Fourth Annual Crozet Culinary Competition for Charity

Crozet Culinary Competition for Charity
Thursday, Sept. 17 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM
at the Lodge at Old Trail.

The Fourth Annual Crozet Culinary Competition for Charity is this Thursday, Sept. 17 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.  Four Local restaurant chefs compete for bragging rights and the coveted silver trophy. Raffle tickets give you a chance to win a seat at the Judges Table or The Tasting Table.  There will be wonderful Hors d'oeuvres and desserts as well as a cash bar featuring local wines and micro brews. 

All to benefit the Western Albemarle Rescue Squad (WARS). 

Details at The Lodge at Old Trail at 434-823-9100 or rsvp@lodgeatoldtrail.com

  • Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door. (SeeTim Tolson at Wednesday's CCAC meeting or get tickets at Fardowners or Sal's Restaurants or the Lodge at Old Trail)
  • Volunteers needed to help make this event a success! Signup at http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e054caeaa23a13-2015
    It takes a village – give a half-hour or hour of your time and get in half-price, as well as giving back to the dedicated women and men who are always available to come when you have an emergency.

 

CCAC Meeting Agenda 16 September 2015

CROZET COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CCAC) Meeting

Crozet Library Community Room, 2020 Library Avenue, Crozet
Wednesday, Septeber 16, 2015 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 
 

Click here for PDF (printable) version of the agenda.

Agenda

1. Agenda Review. (Jennie More – CCAC chair)

2. Approval of Minutes (Click here for August 19, 2015 meeting minutes.)

3. Project Updates/Information:

4. Items not listed on the agenda.

5. Announcements.

6.. Future Agenda Items.

 

 

 

CCA Meeting Agenda September 10, 2015

Crozet Community Meeting
Tentative Agenda
September 10, 2015
7:30 PM 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 14, 2015) )
Treasurer's Report by Emery Taylor  ($10 family contribution)

Albemarle County Police Department (ACPD) visit and update (Evening Patrol Division) As part of the Albemarle County Police department community policing.

Presentation: Barnes Lumber re-development/Downtown Crozet Initiative.

  • Brief re-cap of the two community meetings (May 27 & June 11) and the additional design schematic by Nelson/Byrd Tim Tolson, CCA President
  • Update on progress and next steps, Frank Stoner, Crozet New Town Associates and Milestone Partners

Updates and News from Ann Mallek, our county supervisor.

Old Business:

  • Crozet Park updates.
  • Crozet Independence Day Celebration recap.

New Business: 

  • Sponsoring/hosting a candidates forum in October?

Comments or Questions?
Announcements –

  • Open Community Forum on the use of body cameras by Albemarle County Police Department (ACPD) on Tuesday, September 15 at 7:00 PM at the ACPD, 1600 Fifth Street, Room A.
  • Crozet Community Advisory Committee (CCAC) meeting is Wednesday, September 16 at 7:00 PM at the Crozet Library.
    • Presentation on Piedmont Place – a new development across from the Crozet Library, on the parcel where Claudius Place was planned several years ago. By Piedmont Realty Holdings- Drew and Michelle Holzwarth, Crozet residents.
  • Fourth Annual Crozet Culinary Competition for Charity to benefit the Western Albemarle Rescue Squad at the Lodge at Old Trail on Thursday, September 17 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM – Local restaurant chefs compete for bragging rights and the coveted silver trophy. You may even win a seat at the Judges Table or The Tasting Table. Details at The Lodge at Old Trail at 434-823-9100 or rsvp@lodgeatoldtrail.com
  • Monday, September 28 at 7PM at the Crozet Library: Travel in time to Crozet’s yesteryears as Phil James, Leonard Sandridge and photographer, Hubert Gentry, speak about the moment captured in the photograph which hangs behind the library’s circulation desk in celebration of the second anniversary of the opening of the ‘new’ Crozet Library, exactly two years ago.
  •  Crozet Trails Crew (CTC) next workday is this Saturday, September 12th.  Next monthly meeting is Thursday, September 24 at 6:30 PM at La Joya in Old Trail.  Details at http://crozettrailscrew.org
  • Albemarle’s Neighborhood Leadership Learning Series starts October 1, 5:30 to 7:30 PM at the County Office Building.  First session is on Transportation.  For additional details and to register, visit: http://www.albemarle.org/department.asp?department=neighborhoods
    or contact Emily Kilroy (ekilroy@albemarle.org)
  • Others?

Future Agenda Items?

The next CCA meeting is November 12, 2015 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).
Join our email list, by clicking on the "Contact Us" link on the top of this page. 
This email list is moderated, so you cannot get spam because only approved email messages are sent out.  Volume is usually 4-6 emails a month, all related to Crozet & Western Albemarle events and concerns.

CCAC Meeting Agenda 19 August 2015

CROZET COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CCAC) Meeting

Crozet Library Community Room, 2020 Library Avenue, Crozet
Wednesday, August 19, 2015 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 
 

Click here for PDF (printable) version of the agenda.

Agenda

1. Agenda Review. (Jennie More – CCAC chair)

2. Approval of Minutes (Click here for draft July 15, 2015 meeting minutes.)

3. Project Updates/Information:

4. Items not listed on the agenda.

5. Announcements.

  • Crozet Dog Park

6.. Future Agenda Items.

 

 

 

Long Range Solid Waste Solutions Advisory Committee Updates

Long Range Solid Waste Solutions Advisory Committee Updates

Update from Albemarle County Long Range Solid Waste Solutions Advisory Committee

Do you know what happens to your trash after it leaves your home? In recent years, Albemarle's residents have generated an average of over one ton of solid waste per person, per year. According to the US EPA, about 50% of household solid waste is able to be recycled and about 33% is able to be composted. In our region, however, 65% of waste goes to landfills.

The Board of Supervisors appointed the Long Range Solid Waste Solutions Advisory Committee to explore solid waste management in Albemarle County, make policy recommendations, and identify best practices. The Committee has met biweekly since May 2014 and on August 5, the Committee presented a draft report to the Board of Supervisors on solid waste management policy and implementation strategies. A final report will be presented to the Board of Supervisors in October 2015. The Committee is soliciting your input once more before they finalize their recommendations – weigh in now to be heard. The draft report is available for review here.

Weigh in!
Read the report and send your comments to Matt Reges (mreges@albemarle.org)
Attend an upcoming Committee meeting: August 25th and September 8th. Meetings are held from 1 – 2:30 pm at the County Office Building in Room 246 (401 McIntire Road). Check the County Calendar for complete meeting details.
For more information on the Committee's work, please visit their webpage.

Dominion Virginia Power Deceptive Smart Meter Practices

Dominion Virginia Power Deceptive Smart Meter Practices.
via email from Ann Mallek – August 6, 2015

Please help to make residents aware of deceptive practices on the part of Dominion Virginia Power smart meter installers.
 
Two Board of Supervisors members have been approached recently by Dominion Virginia Power smart meter installers at their homes to accept installation of smart meters. When each expressed concerns about smart meter installation, the installer stated that Dominion was charging an ongoing surcharge of $30 per month for the non-communicating alternative to a smart meter.
 
When challenged about the validity of the $360 annual fee to access the non-communicating alternative, the Dominion Smart Meter team confirmed on 8/6/15 that this threatened surcharge does not exist:
I apologize for any confusion, currently there is no fee for a Non-Communicating Meter and Dominion has not filed for permission to charge a fee.
 
An opt out program is available to all residents with no fee, as assured by Dominion representatives who came before the Board of Supervisors last year to talk about smart meters. Citizens are directed to the Dominion website to access opt out program information:
https://www.dom.com/library/domcom/pdfs/virginia-power/smartmeter/meter-option-requirements.pdf
Or can request opt out program information by email:
SmartMeter@dom.com
 
I want to prevent deceptive misinformation from adversely affecting Albemarle County residents. If you have experienced a visit from a Dominion Virginia Power smart meter installer and received this type of misinformation, please contact your Albemarle supervisor at BOS@albemarle.org. Please include your contact information.
 
Thank you.
Ann Mallek
 amallek@albemarle.org