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Clifton council approves CBA fee waiver and directional signage, discusses parking, vandalism and town tags
Summary
Council waived Community Hall fees for a CBA New Year's fundraiser under conditions, approved a directional 'more shops >>' sign pending ARB approval, discussed Norfolk Southern-caused parking-lot drainage and vandalism, and agreed to explore county billing for town vehicle tags.
The Clifton Town Council on Nov. 13 approved several community-focused items and directed follow-up on local maintenance concerns.
John Powell moved and the council unanimously approved waiving Community Hall rental fees for a Clifton Business Association New Year's Eve fundraiser, provided the event ends by 2 a.m., obtains an ABC license and carries insurance, and performs cleanup. Council members emphasized the need for a cleanup agreement and appropriate insurance coverage.
On wayfinding, Chuck Rusnak proposed signage at the Main Street and Chapel Road intersection to direct visitors to additional shops; Wayne Nickum moved to approve placement of an Ayre Square sign reading "more shops >>" subject to Architectural Review Board approval, and the motion passed unanimously. Dwayne Nitz agreed to forward the request to the ARB for expedited review.
Council addressed operational and safety concerns: Dwayne Nitz reported that Norfolk Southern staged track sections adjacent to the gravel parking lot in the phase-two easement, altering the drainage grade and leaving about four inches of standing water; the council agreed to ask Norfolk Southern whether it will remedy the drainage or whether the town should contract equipment to fix it. Wayne Nickum reported recurring vandalism — dismantled bolted picnic tables and stolen signs — and urged residents to report illegal activity to police.
On vehicle tags, Mr. Nickum suggested Fairfax County could implement billing for Clifton's town tags while the town would still receive revenues; Mayor Hollaway asked Treasurer Barton to report next month on how many residents have paid tags and to request a list of town-registered vehicles from Fairfax County. No immediate action was taken on county implementation.
