AGENDA DATE: 12/2/2015
TITLE:
Title
Bent Creek Road, Road Name Change
BODY
SUBJECT/PROPOSAL/REQUEST: Approval of road name change from Bent Creek Road to 5th Street Station Parkway
ITEM TYPE: Consent Action Item
STAFF CONTACT(S): Foley, Walker, Davis, Graham, Weaver, and Slack
PRESENTER (S): N/A
LEGAL REVIEW: Yes
REVIEWED BY: Thomas C. Foley
BACKGROUND: Pursuant to Part I, Section 6 (e) of the Albemarle County Road Naming and Property Numbering Manual, road name change requests shall be forwarded to the Board for approval upon validation of the following: That the landowners of more than fifty (50) percent of the parcels served by the road have signed a petition in favor of a common road name, and that the proposed road name is otherwise consistent with the road name guidelines set forth in the Manual.
STRATEGIC PLAN: The Bent Creek Road name change will support the County’s Mission to enhance the well-being and quality of life for all citizens through the provision of the highest level of public service consistent with the prudent use of public funds; and the County’s Vision to have a thriving County, anchored by a strong economy and excellent education system, that honors its rural heritage, scenic beauty and natural and historic resources while fostering attractive and vibrant communities.
DISCUSSION: The owner of the parcel currently served by Bent Creek Road (TMP 76M1-2B), as well as the owners of the two parcels that will also be served by the extension of the road to Avon Street (TMP’s 76M1-4A and 77-11E), have submitted a request to change the road name of Bent Creek Road to 5th Street Station Parkway (Attachment A). Staff has reviewed the road name request for Bent Creek Road at the intersection of 5th Street and the property owners have signed a letter of agreement to the new road name.
BUDGET IMPACT: There is no anticipated budget impact. The landowners will be responsible for the costs associated with new signage. The road name change will not create any additional cost for tax payers and will help distinguish a new economic resource within Albemarle County.
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Board approve changing the road name of Bent Creek Road to 5th Street Station Parkway and authorize staff to implement the change.
ATTACHMENTS:
A - Property Owners Letter
B - Location Map