FOIA Request Reveals Much

From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: question
Date: June 11, 2012 at 2:20 PM
To: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
HI Ann-
Hope all is well with you.
My neighbor has an abandoned auto in his drive, jacked up, no front wheels, and I wonder if
there is a county ordinance against such. This is really an eyesore and because he is a
belligerent being, I pause approaching him to discuss. I have my house on the market and
this junk yard is across the road from me really sets a negative tone...no wonder I have no
views!
Diane
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From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: cats
Date: November 12, 2012 at 8:39 PM
To: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
Hi Ann-
Hope all goes well with you and yours.
Now that Albemarle county has dog ordinances, do you think we would have
hope to address roaming cats? I know we cannot get folks to keep their cats
indoors, yet how about an ordinance requiring all cats to wear collars with
identification when outside? What about a nuisance cat ordinance?
My gardens are a magnet for neighbors cats, as they think the mulch is one
big litter pan. I have pleaded with neighbors to not allow their cats to roam at
will, yet my requests fall on deaf ears and I am tasked daily to rid my gardens
of cat feces—not a fun job, especially when I no longer have a cat.
IF there were an ordinance in place to protect property owners with nice
gardens, that would be heavenly—particularly in neighborhoods where there
is a high density of roaming cats. With ID requirement and nuisance
ordinance, this problem could go away and put the responsibility on the pet
owners.
Look forward to your comments. Diane
http://dianelasauce.wordpress.com/

From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: question
Date: November 21, 2013 at 4:01 PM
To: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
Hi Ann—Is there anything in the works about roaming domestic cats? My
same troublesome neighbors shove their cats out of the house each AM,
before they use the litter box (as they told me they do not like to clean a litter
box) and the cats trot across Old Orchard and defecate in my yard—every day
—24-7. Another cat comes to hunt my birds at the feeders and also uses any
new mulch as litter box. My pleas go ignored as there are no county
ordinances.
Over the 12 years, I have mentioned to both couples, tried all sorts of
deterrents (at my expense), and get full resistance. Even one neighbor ignores
the dog ordinance and his dog runs into my yard and defecates. I have left a
message on his phone this AM, and next time I will call animal control on the
dog.
Needless to say, this neighborhood is quite a challenge regarding my
immediate neighbors. They know how hard I work in the gardens, yet none of
these people respect my property or right to privacy.
A cat ordinance would be a nice thing for the agenda. What are your
thoughts?
Additionally, I have a neighbor who parked his truck 9 feet away from the
mouth of my driveway, blocking the line of sight. As three children under the
age of nine play on this street regularly, (one is his), I have asked him three
times to return it to the place where it has been on the shoulder for years. Two
calls to his wife, and one email later, the truck remains an obstacle. I called
county police and the officer looked up regs and said nothing is written to
provide clear line of site on one’s driveway. Since we all must back out of our
drives on this road, line of sight is important and in this case child safety is
paramount.
All this is quite trite, yet stressful as a resident and my quality is life is
definitely affected. I do not interfere with any of these people and when I
make requests, I am deemed a troublemaker (bitch).
How about an ordinance about being a decent neighbor???
How about an ordinance about being a decent neighbor???
Look forward to hearing from you. Diane

From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: Re: happy new year
Date: January 5, 2014 at 9:16 PM
To: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
Ann, do not have entire board email addresses. Will you kindly forward to them for me? Many
thanks for the help. D.
On Sun, Jan 5, 2014 at 12:21 PM, Ann Mallek <amallek@albemarle.org> wrote:
Thank you Diane. Perhaps the new board will be more receptive to cat and animal welfare issues.
Please send your concern to the entire board to help start the discussion.
Ron,
Please check into the free union site. This is the same lot where they had an illegal sign in the fall saying they
were opening a coffee shop.
Thank you.
Ann
Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE DROID
Diane LaSauce <dianelasauce@centurylink.net> wrote:
Hi Ann—Want to follow up on our last topic of this Campbell property
behind me (4261 Free Union Road)…
Campbell’s son continues to spend 12 hours per day 4-5 days per week
dozing the property…rumor has it he plans to open a garden/nursery center
there. Does zoning permit this without hearings? I hope not as I will fight
this tooth and nail. This person is a disrespectful land exploiter.
His incessant dozing days on end destroys any serenity here at my home. Is
there any noise ordinance in place to limit this constant noise pollution
seven days per week?
And as for roaming domestic house cats: is this on the agenda for 2014?
My neighbors permit their cats to roam, kill birds, and defecate on my
property. These are fat cats with nothing else to do. Owners will not respect
my wishes for wild bird safety, nor invasion of my personal property. As a
master gardener, removing daily fecal deposits are unspeakable. Just as we
needed a dog leash law, we now need to aim at cat owners. Cats should not
needed a dog leash law, we now need to aim at cat owners. Cats should not
be allowed to roam, hunt, ruin, and get killed on 601 and Buck Mountain, as
they often do. OWNERS are the problem.
Please let me know what I can do to get this ordinance in motion…
Sincere thanks,
Diane
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From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: question
Date: January 26, 2014 at 11:44 PM
To: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
HI Ann—have not heard back from county person looking into Campbell
property. I do hope that the county kept MY inquiry confidential…
Secondly, I want to find out the contact information of the new owners of the
vineyard (formerly Scatina (sp) property) on Buck Mountain Road near me. I
looked through all the property sale info on the county web site for the past
two years and do not see this property listed. I know it is under new
ownership, as improvements are underway and they are trying to buy all other
adjoining properties to vineyard. Any ideas as to how I can find out this
information?
Many thanks, Diane
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From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: Re: ????
Date: June 20, 2014 at 6:59 PM
To: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
Ann, not to belabor the point, but what exactly is going on with the county and Campbell's mess behind me?
NOTHING has changed except the height of the massive weed population over the entire property. Have
you driven by lately?
One neighbor commented last evening, " you must be sick about this property behind you. It must drive your
property value/appeal down." Yes, I fear I would need to give my property away with neighbors who currently
surround me. Too bad Old Orchard does not have an HOA. New owners of Dunn house have erected a hideous
trampoline and slide next to the road, instead of down in the lower yard. I am so sorry to have bought here...I
fear I will never recover my financial/physical improvements.
Indeed, the appeal of Free Union Hamlet is rapidly hitting all time lows. When is Haney going to act on that
property?
Did your staff confess to letting my name out to Campbell?
Have a good weekend. Diane
On Thu, Jun 12, 2014 at 8:55 AM, Ann Mallek <amallek@albemarle.org> wrote:
Please call me
996 6159
Ann
Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE DROID. Pardon my brevity and occasional typos. Thank you.
Diane LaSauce <dianelasauce@centurylink.net> wrote:
Ann, I just received this email from a resident in Free Union. How would gossip like this get around IF the
county respected my confidential requests...and what is the current status on the property? Nothing changed
that I can see. Diane
Message:
I hear you stopped construction on house near you...
Was it too annoying?
What happened?
Xo
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From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: status
Date: July 7, 2014 at 2:41 PM
To: Ron Higgins rhiggins@albemarle.org
HI Ron—
What is the current status of the derelict property at 4261 Free Union Road?
It appears that nothing has changed there at all.
Also another question: does the county have an ordinance in place preventing
people from allowing water to accumulate and stand, thus becoming a
breeding ground for mosquitoes? Another immediate neighbor leaves an
abandoned kiddy wading pool out to create this menace. I have asked him for
years to dispose of this and he refuses. I spend much time in my gardens and
now must dress like a hazmat worker to enjoy my gardens.
This is clearly a health hazard and the City does not allow this, so what is the
status with Albemarle. Is there any help for me?
Diane LaSauce

From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: Re: FW: status
Date: July 11, 2014 at 9:07 PM
To: Mark Graham mgraham@albemarle.org, Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
Cc: Ron Higgins rhiggins@albemarle.org, Glenn Brooks GBROOKS@albemarle.org, Kenny Thacker KTHACKER@albemarle.org,
Jay Schlothauer JSCHLOTH@albemarle.org
I am not concerned with the building, never have been.
The destruction of the land surrounding the structure is my concern, as the person responsible does not appear
to have a plan and massive erosion is the result. This excavation has also created an eyesore in this hamlet.
Since my property backs up to this lot, negative appeal affects my property.
I do not want my name offered to anyone, as gossip has already begun. Kindly respect my request. Many locals
are equally concerned with this fiasco, including Ann Mallek.
On Fri, Jul 11, 2014 at 1:59 PM, Mark Graham <mgraham@albemarle.org> wrote:
Jay Schlothauer, the Building Official, has scheduled an inspection by his staff to determine if
this structure is considered unsafe. Jay will be giving yo a call once that inspection has been
made. We are not planning to contact anyone else, but please understand that under the
Freedom of Information Act, we are expressly prohibited from withholding information if
requested. That would include copies of all emails, if requested.
With respect to mosquitoes in small structures, the County does not regulate this.
From: fupge2013@gmail.com [mailto:fupge2013@gmail.com] On Behalf Of Diane LaSauce
Sent: Friday, July 11, 2014 7:22 AM
To: Ron Higgins
Cc: Glenn Brooks; Kenny Thacker; Mark Graham
Subject: Re: FW: status
Have not heard from any of these gents. Home all day today and would like to chat with someone. All
conversations must remain confidential. Thanks. Diane
On Tue, Jul 8, 2014 at 9:24 AM, Ron Higgins <rhiggins@albemarle.org> wrote:
Gentlemen: Please contact Ms. LaSauce at home (964-0816). Thanks.
Ron H.
From: fupge2013@gmail.com [mailto:fupge2013@gmail.com] On Behalf Of Diane LaSauce
Sent: Monday, July 07, 2014 6:25 PM
To: Ron Higgins
Subject: Re: status
I will be happy to speak with them directly if they will call me at home, as I would like to know what the
status is as that property shares a property line. Friends say that mess will surely affect my home's value
when I decide to sell. Diane
On Mon, Jul 7, 2014 at 1:55 PM, Ron Higgins <rhiggins@albemarle.org> wrote:
I will be happy to let them know on your behalf.
From: fupge2013@gmail.com [mailto:fupge2013@gmail.com] On Behalf Of Diane LaSauce
Sent: Monday, July 07, 2014 12:24 PM
To: Ron Higgins
Subject: Re: status
Ron- I have no way to contact your engineers and count on you to convey the confidentially to them. This is
a sensitive matter and I ask for your understanding. Ann Mallek has already stressed this point. Thanks.
On Mon, Jul 7, 2014 at 11:30 AM, Ron Higgins <rhiggins@albemarle.org> wrote:
Ms. LaSauce: You need to communicate directly with them on that issue.
From: fupge2013@gmail.com [mailto:fupge2013@gmail.com] On Behalf Of Diane LaSauce
Sent: Monday, July 07, 2014 11:24 AM
To: Ron Higgins
Subject: Re: status
Thanks Ron, just assure me that my name does not travel to Free Union...with your engineers. Diane
On Mon, Jul 7, 2014 at 9:09 AM, Ron Higgins <rhiggins@albemarle.org> wrote:
Dear, Ms. LaSauce:
I am copying this to our engineers who handle this situation and have been to the site.
Regarding the standing water, Albemarle does not have a regulation that deals with this in existing
development. You might want to check with the Health Department (972-6200).
Ron Higgins
From: Diane LaSauce [mailto:dianelasauce@centurylink.net]
Sent: Monday, July 07, 2014 8:41 AM
To: Ron Higgins
Subject: status
Sensitivity: Confidential
HI Ron—
What is the current status of the derelict property at 4261 Free Union Road?
It appears that nothing has changed there at all.
Also another question: does the county have an ordinance in place
preventing people from allowing water to accumulate and stand, thus
becoming a breeding ground for mosquitoes? Another immediate neighbor
leaves an abandoned kiddy wading pool out to create this menace. I have
asked him for years to dispose of this and he refuses. I spend much time in
my gardens and now must dress like a hazmat worker to enjoy my gardens.
This is clearly a health hazard and the City does not allow this, so what is
the status with Albemarle. Is there any help for me?
Diane LaSauce
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From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: Date: Re: Read: FW: kiddy pool at 1817 Old Orchard Road, Free Union
August 17, 2014 at 3:08 PM
To: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
Ann, somehow we miscommunicated regarding the standing water issue. I already checked with the Health
Dept and they have no jurisdiction, yet have many calls regarding the problem and felt like a county ordinance
would be VERY helpful.
How do I/we get the ball rolling to get this ordinance in place???? The city has one in place and I thought you
were working on it already following much earlier email concerns from me.
I cannot let this go as this troublesome neighbor continues to harass me and if he builds another fence, I will
no longer be able to empty the kiddy pool. My other neighbor also has a stagnate bucket at his door for his
pathetic cats...
Are we on the same page???
Many thanks. Diane
On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 9:23 AM, Ann Mallek <amallek@albemarle.org> wrote:
Your message
To: Ann Mallek
Subject: FW: kiddy pool at 1817 Old Orchard Road, Free Union
Sent: Wednesday, July 23, 2014 7:35:26 AM (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
was read on Wednesday, July 23, 2014 9:23:06 AM (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada).
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From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: Date: Re: Read: FW: kiddy pool at 1817 Old Orchard Road, Free Union
August 15, 2014 at 10:26 PM
To: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
How about an ordinance regarding standing water...the city has one...
On Fri, Aug 15, 2014 at 3:19 PM, Ann Mallek <amallek@albemarle.org> wrote:
As a county we have no control according to the county attny. The board of health is the best chance. I called
them once but will try again.
Ann
Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE DROID. Pardon my brevity and occasional typos. Thank you.
Diane LaSauce <dianelasauce@centurylink.net> wrote:
Any news Ann a standing water ordinance? Have not heard from you in a while...should I contact someone
else on the BOS?
On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 9:23 AM, Ann Mallek <amallek@albemarle.org> wrote:
Your message
To: Ann Mallek
Subject: FW: kiddy pool at 1817 Old Orchard Road, Free Union
Sent: Wednesday, July 23, 2014 7:35:26 AM (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
was read on Wednesday, July 23, 2014 9:23:06 AM (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada).
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From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: Date: Re: Read: FW: kiddy pool at 1817 Old Orchard Road, Free Union
August 5, 2014 at 1:58 PM
To: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
Any updates on the co ordinance against standing water???
On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 9:23 AM, Ann Mallek <amallek@albemarle.org> wrote:
Your message
To: Ann Mallek
Subject: FW: kiddy pool at 1817 Old Orchard Road, Free Union
Sent: Wednesday, July 23, 2014 7:35:26 AM (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
was read on Wednesday, July 23, 2014 9:23:06 AM (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada).
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From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: Drone
Date: January 21, 2015 at 8:50 PM
To: delegaterobbell@embarqmail.com
Dear Delegate Bell—
This morning I noticed that my nuisance neighbor has a drone and was
hovering and filming my property. When I called the Albemarle Police
(Officer Miller) I was told that there is no ordinance to protect me from this
invasion of privacy! Officer Miller also mentioned that there are two bills
currently in the General Assembly HB #2017 and SB 937. Could you please
do what you can to get these ordinances passed, so I am not invaded by this
couple?
What am I to do in the meantime???
Feel free to contact me at my home:
Diane LaSauce
1813 Old Orchard Road
Free Union, VA 22940
434.964.0816
I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you!

From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: hi
Date: June 1, 2015 at 4:37 PM
To: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
Ann, do you have any spare time to come here for a quick review of neighbor
infringements? Diane

From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: Re: Costco
Date: June 27, 2015 at 8:02 PM
To: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
This makes for such an eyesore here in Free Union. This hamlet could be so cute if we could inspire Campbell
and Maupin's to improve/maintain their properties here. Another ordinance?
On Sat, Jun 27, 2015 at 1:30 PM, Ann Mallek <amallek@albemarle.org> wrote:
It is in a notice of violation with civil penalties state now. It takes forever to get through
the court process when we have an uncooperative owner.
A
From: fupge2013@gmail.com [mailto:fupge2013@gmail.com] On Behalf Of Diane
LaSauce
Sent: Saturday, June 27, 2015 8:06 AM
To: Ann Mallek
Subject: Re: Costco
The awash property behind me has no improvements to curb erosion. Sorry that the county is so lax on this
issue.
On Fri, Jun 26, 2015 at 11:06 PM, Ann Mallek <amallek@albemarle.org> wrote:
D
The tax revenue from Costco did not hurt the argument. They are hiring more than 300 folks and have a
reputation for lots of upward mobility with training of their staff for better positions in house. I have never
shopped in one, but am looking forward to seeing it.
Ann
From: Diane LaSauce [mailto:dianelasauce@centurylink.net]
Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2015 9:38 AM
To: Ann Mallek
Subject: Costco
A wee bit of info:
You also get a sense for the magnetic attraction of new warehouses from the simple fact
that, even in its inaugural year, a typical new location will gross $100 million or more in
sales. The 30 warehouses opened in 2014, for instance, sold an average of $108 million
worth of goods and services in their first full year of operation. It's hard to say how many
members that translates into, but as a frequent Costco shopper myself, I can tell you that
it's a lot.
it's a lot.
How do you think this will affect Charlottesville? Albemarle stands to win from a tax basis
yes? Was this the main reason for bringing them here?
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From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: Re: question
Date: June 29, 2015 at 8:44 PM
To: Ron Higgins rhiggins@albemarle.org
Thank you Ron for your time regarding the fence issue. Sincere condolences regarding your mother. I lost both
parents between 1995 and 2005 respectively.
Have there been any conversations in your office regarding the invasive Ailanthus tree? Has the Dept. of
Forestry or VDOT been involved with these conversations? Just wondering what ducks I need to get in a
row...Diane
On Mon, Jun 29, 2015 at 11:09 AM, Ron Higgins <rhiggins@albemarle.org> wrote:
Hello, Ms. LaSauce. I am just reading your e-mails on this issue. I have been away for the funeral of my
mother. I will call you this afternoon and we can chat about the situation and photos.
From: Diane LaSauce [mailto:dianelasauce@centurylink.net]
Sent: Friday, June 26, 2015 9:34 AM
To: Ron Higgins
Cc: Ann Mallek
Subject: FW: question
Importance: High
Ron,
Still waiting to hear from you on this issue…
My question to you is: if neighbors constructed their privacy fence where
they wanted it, and opted to leave 18” on my property (behind the fence)
what rights do they have now?
There are no iron rods along the 30’ line, but from what I can determine,
their property line runs at a small angle behind the fence.
Diane LaSauce
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From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: FW: question
Date: June 26, 2015 at 3:34 PM
To: Ron Higgins rhiggins@albemarle.org
Cc: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
Ron,
Still waiting to hear from you on this issue…
My question to you is: if neighbors constructed their privacy fence where
they wanted it, and opted to leave 18” on my property (behind the fence)
what rights do they have now?
There are no iron rods along the 30’ line, but from what I can determine, their
property line runs at a small angle behind the fence.
Diane LaSauce

From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: question
Date: June 1, 2015 at 4:36 PM
To: Ron Higgins rhiggins@albemarle.org
Cc: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
Hi Ron, my neighbors are really giving my patience a test, as another one, on
the back of me, nailed part of a deer fence to the back of MY privacy fence,
crossing the property line.
I have my 90’ fence set back a minimum of 12” to over two feet from any
property line. What can I do about this? Is there an ordinance?
Diane LaSauce

From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: Fwd: get this
Date: July 9, 2015 at 1:39 PM
To: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
This afternoon my Mennonite neighbor came to take my lattice off the
juggler’s fence which I greatly appreciated.
As he left he looked me in the eye and said if the county ever sites him for
standing water (the new ordinance I rode through), that our relationship
would be over.
I could not believe he would be so paranoid! I told him that kiddy pool
neighbor forced my hand with the ordinance and the other neighbor who is
in a nursing home and has numerous barrels around with standing water,
was sited last week.
Regardless, the Mennonite was adamant. I encouraged him to take measures
not to breed mosquitoes in his open barrels, and assured him I would not
send the county to inspect his property.
Oh well, another mini-saga.
I put an ad in the local paper to see if anyone wants the lattice for free. It is
still in good shape. Go figure. D.

From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: Date: Fwd: a picture for you
September 18, 2015 at 4:34 PM
To: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
Ann another ordinance we need to change...Diane
Ms. LaSauce, This is what I could find. This vehicle does not seem to at least at this time meet any of the
requirements in the county code. On September 8, 2015 Officer Scott Miller look at the way the truck was
parked on that day and gracious enough to provide the count ordinance with his findings. Officer Miller on that
day did not find probable cause to ticket the truck. I have copied and pasted the county ordinance below.
Officer Turner Lowery
Sec. 9-102 General prohibitions.
A. It shall be unlawful for any person to park or stop a vehicle, except when necessary to avoid traffic or with the
directions of a police officer or traffic-control device, in any of the following locations:
1. On any sidewalk;
2. In or in front of any driveway so as to block the use of such driveway to others; 3. Within fifteen (15) feet of
any fire hydrant; 4. Any closer to a corner than is indicated by signs or marks upon the road or curb; 5. Within
any bus zone, as indicated by signs or marks upon the road or curb; 6. Within a marked crosswalk; 7. Abreast
of another vehicle parallel to a curb (double parking); 8. Within any loading zone, as indicated by signs or marks
upon the road or curb; 9. Within any zone indicated by signs or marks upon the road or curb as a no parking
zone; 10. At any location for a longer time than is permissible by signs or marks upon the road or curb (overtime
parking); 11. In any fire lane marked or indicated as such; 12. On any grass, unless such parking is indicated by
sign as permissive; 13. Within fifty (50) feet of the nearest rail of a railroad grade crossing; 14. Alongside or
opposite any street excavation or obstruction, when such parking would obstruct traffic; 15. Upon any bridge or
other elevated structure on a highway or within a tunnel; or 16. At any place where official signs prohibit parking
Senior Officer C Scott Miller
Albemarle County Police Department
1600 5th Street Ext Suite D
Charlottesville, VA 22902
On September 8, 2015 Officer Scott Miller look at the way the truck was parked on that day and gracious
enough to provide the count ordinance with his findings. Officer Miller on that day did not find probable cause to
ticket the truck. I have copied and pasted the county ordinance below.
From: Diane LaSauce [mailto:dianelasauce@centurylink.net]
Sent: Friday, September 18, 2015 8:48 AM
To: Turner Lowery <loweryt@albemarle.org>
Subject: a picture for you
Sending photo of Dulan's truck as it sat yesterday. Did an officer visit the site?
Cannot this nuisance neighbor be forced to park off the road and away from my driveway entrance??
Diane LaSauce
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From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: Getting back to you
Date: October 2, 2015 at 5:20 PM
To: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
Ann, Remember the nuisance neighbor who had the kiddy pool? Well here is
his latest harassment activity, which has gone on for years. He now parks
his infrequently used truck on the shoulder, close to the entrance of my
driveway, simply to harass me.
I sent him numerous emails over the years, to let him know that the truck
location is blocking my/visitors view of the road and of kids who frequently
ride bikes there. He could not care less. I contacted VDOT and the local
police and both say there is no ordinance preventing this nuisance. When
building a driveway, VDOT has very specific line of sight requirements, yet
once driveways are in place, people can park anywhere they want on the
shoulder/right of way.
In addition, when the snow plows come down this road, they swerve into the
road to miss his truck and fail to plow the snow away from the mouth of my
drive, causing me (a senior/single citizen) to dig out huge chunks of snow
and ice from my driveway.
There should be laws to protect me from this neighbor. Is the county waiting
for me or my visitors to run/hit a biking child?
Can you do anything to help???
Diane LaSauce
1813 Old Orchard Road
Free Union, VA

From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: Re: nuisance neighbor
Date: November 5, 2015 at 3:24 PM
To: Peter Mainzer MAINZERP@albemarle.org
Cc: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org, Gregory Jenkins JENKINSG@albemarle.org, Turner Lowery loweryt@albemarle.org,
Gary Pistulka PISTULKG@albemarle.org, Tim Aylor AYLORT@albemarle.org
To date I have heard nothing from any officer in Albemarle County. Is it a fact that if tires are on the right of
way, a vehicle may be ticketed? If so, this truck is in violation today and most week days, years on end.
On Thu, Oct 15, 2015 at 4:25 PM, Peter Mainzer <MAINZERP@albemarle.org> wrote:
Ms. LaSauce
My name is Peter Mainzer. I am a Captain with the Police Department and am
assigned as the District Commander for the area in which you live. I am in receipt of
the email that you sent to Officer Lowery and copied to Board member Ann Mallek.
I have spoken to Officer Lowery and he says that he has been working with you on this
issue. I think two other officers have stopped by on different occasions to check the
parking complaint (Officer Chip Riley and Officer Scott Miller). I am not sure if you have
spoken to one or both of these officers.
Officer Lowery has told me that he would like to try and mediate this situation. He will
be back to full duty next week. He is assigned to the area where you live. I know he
will do what he can to help you.
You can certainly call the non-emergency number (977-9041) the next time you see
that the truck is improperly parked and an officer will respond to investigate.
Depending on the volume of 911 calls the officer may not respond immediately.
Officers are assigned to calls on a priority basis. Otherwise I would continue having
some conversation with Officer Lowery as he is familiar with the situation. It has been
my experience that these types of neighborhood situations can take some time to work
through.
I have copied Officer Lowery on this email along with his supervisors, Sergeant Gary
Pistulka and Lieutenant Tim Aylor.
Regards,
CPT. Peter Mainzer
From: Ann Mallek
From: Ann Mallek
Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2015 3:00 PM
To: Diane LaSauce <dianelasauce@centurylink.net>; Peter Mainzer
<MAINZERP@albemarle.org>; Gregory Jenkins <JENKINSG@albemarle.org>
Subject: RE: nuisance neighbor
Greg and Pete
As i think free union is the border between your districts, I ask you both to figure out a way to deal with this
truck. This is an ongoing effort to raise the stakes in misery on a neighbor.
Thank you.
Calling Diane is best, 964-0816.
Ann
Sent via the Samsung Galaxy Alpha™, an AT&T 4G LTE smartphone
-------- Original message --------
From: Diane LaSauce <dianelasauce@centurylink.net>
Date: 10/15/2015 1:20 PM (GMT-05:00)
To: Turner Lowery <loweryt@albemarle.org>
Cc: Ann Mallek <amallek@albemarle.org>
Subject: nuisance neighbor
Dear Officer Lowery,
Upon review of our recent correspondence, you originally stated that when
tires are on a public roadway, the vehicle can be ticketed.
Attached is today's photo of this nuisance neighbor's vehicle, parked with
both wheels on the roadway and very close to the entrance to my driveway,
blocking a clear line of sight when I pull out.
As I have mentioned before, there are small children who ride/walk on this
roadway and this truck poses a danger to them.
I fail to understand why this vehicle's owner is permitted by the county to
remain a constant nuisance, endanger local children, and harass me when
there is plenty of space on his property for this vehicle.
Diane LaSauce
--
check out my blog at dianelasauce.wordpress.com

From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: Re: nuisance neighbor
Date: October 16, 2015 at 12:11 PM
To: Peter Mainzer MAINZERP@albemarle.org
Cc: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org, Gregory Jenkins JENKINSG@albemarle.org, Turner Lowery loweryt@albemarle.org,
Gary Pistulka PISTULKG@albemarle.org, Tim Aylor AYLORT@albemarle.org
Dear Cpt. Mainzer;
If there is an email record of my recent, numerous correspondences with Office Lowery, I think that all officers
should read them. I have included Ann Mallek in many of them.
1. This truck issue has been ongoing for more than a year. I endured it and dealt directly with the owner,
stating my safety issues with the children, my blocked line of sight when exiting my driveway, etc. When the
owner heard my concerns, he simply parked closer to my driveway, an obvious harassment, and display of total
disregard.
2.This neighbor has been a nuisance on many levels for fourteen years, one of which Ann and I resolved
through a three year process of an ordinance (standing water). This owner also shined a flood light into my
yard every evening until I had the county come out and measure the light pollution, and insisted that he desist.
3.This truck is only occasionally used by owner, as it is not his primary vehicle. Therefore this vehicle can sit for
considerable time in one spot, only being moved when owner mows shoulder. For the past summer, any
officer would have had plenty of time to find this vehicle parked close to my driveway and with tires on the
shoulder. I have photos to support this.
4. Much to my dismay, I am not kept in the loop when/if an officer makes a call on the owner. His wife is home
most of the time, as he works. She and I have had a cordial relationship for years. I have been close to their
young daughter, teaching her how to create her own garden. She stated in recent months, that she can "do
nothing with him."
5. If an officer has called on the residence, the owner's response was to park the truck closer to my drive; with
wheels more on the roadway. So if mediation was attempted, I am not aware, and truck owner is thumbing his
nose at any attempts made by police.
6. I feel I have done my part in this over and over, in attempts to get this harassment stopped. I have asked
VDOT's assistance to no avail, as they have no jurisdiction. I then turned to local police for help, and to date,
no assistance either. What is the law in this situation?
7. Ann Mallek is involved as she knows me and is an advocate. During this truck issue, I have found Albemarle
County sorely short of ordinances which protect long-time residents.
8. This issue continues to be very stressful. I am a single woman, who lives quietly, and this neighbor's
antagonistic behavior is taking a toll.
9. Please advise me as to what will/has been done with this case. Much time has elapsed already and repeated
correspondence to resolve this issue is so far unproductive.
Diane LaSauce
On Thu, Oct 15, 2015 at 4:25 PM, Peter Mainzer <MAINZERP@albemarle.org> wrote:
Ms. LaSauce
My name is Peter Mainzer. I am a Captain with the Police Department and am
assigned as the District Commander for the area in which you live. I am in receipt of
the email that you sent to Officer Lowery and copied to Board member Ann Mallek.
the email that you sent to Officer Lowery and copied to Board member Ann Mallek.
I have spoken to Officer Lowery and he says that he has been working with you on this
issue. I think two other officers have stopped by on different occasions to check the
parking complaint (Officer Chip Riley and Officer Scott Miller). I am not sure if you have
spoken to one or both of these officers.
Officer Lowery has told me that he would like to try and mediate this situation. He will
be back to full duty next week. He is assigned to the area where you live. I know he
will do what he can to help you.
You can certainly call the non-emergency number (977-9041) the next time you see
that the truck is improperly parked and an officer will respond to investigate.
Depending on the volume of 911 calls the officer may not respond immediately.
Officers are assigned to calls on a priority basis. Otherwise I would continue having
some conversation with Officer Lowery as he is familiar with the situation. It has been
my experience that these types of neighborhood situations can take some time to work
through.
I have copied Officer Lowery on this email along with his supervisors, Sergeant Gary
Pistulka and Lieutenant Tim Aylor.
Regards,
CPT. Peter Mainzer
From: Ann Mallek
Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2015 3:00 PM
To: Diane LaSauce <dianelasauce@centurylink.net>; Peter Mainzer
<MAINZERP@albemarle.org>; Gregory Jenkins <JENKINSG@albemarle.org>
Subject: RE: nuisance neighbor
Greg and Pete
As i think free union is the border between your districts, I ask you both to figure out a way to deal with this
truck. This is an ongoing effort to raise the stakes in misery on a neighbor.
Thank you.
Calling Diane is best, 964-0816.
Ann
Ann
Sent via the Samsung Galaxy Alpha™, an AT&T 4G LTE smartphone
-------- Original message --------
From: Diane LaSauce <dianelasauce@centurylink.net>
Date: 10/15/2015 1:20 PM (GMT-05:00)
To: Turner Lowery <loweryt@albemarle.org>
Cc: Ann Mallek <amallek@albemarle.org>
Subject: nuisance neighbor
Dear Officer Lowery,
Upon review of our recent correspondence, you originally stated that when
tires are on a public roadway, the vehicle can be ticketed.
Attached is today's photo of this nuisance neighbor's vehicle, parked with
both wheels on the roadway and very close to the entrance to my driveway,
blocking a clear line of sight when I pull out.
As I have mentioned before, there are small children who ride/walk on this
roadway and this truck poses a danger to them.
I fail to understand why this vehicle's owner is permitted by the county to
remain a constant nuisance, endanger local children, and harass me when
there is plenty of space on his property for this vehicle.
Diane LaSauce
--
check out my blog at dianelasauce.wordpress.com

From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: nuisance neighbor
Date: October 15, 2015 at 7:20 PM
To: Turner Lowery loweryt@albemarle.org
Cc: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
Dear Officer Lowery,
Upon review of our recent correspondence, you originally stated that when
tires are on a public roadway, the vehicle can be ticketed.
Attached is today's photo of this nuisance neighbor's vehicle, parked with
both wheels on the roadway and very close to the entrance to my driveway,
blocking a clear line of sight when I pull out.
As I have mentioned before, there are small children who ride/walk on this
roadway and this truck poses a danger to them.
I fail to understand why this vehicle's owner is permitted by the county to
remain a constant nuisance, endanger local children, and harass me when
there is plenty of space on his property for this vehicle.
Diane LaSauce

From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: Date: Re: dog and screaming issues at Campbell property in Free Union
March 31, 2016 at 2:07 PM
To: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org, Larry Crickenberger crickenbergerl@albemarle.org, Gregory Jenkins
JENKINSG@albemarle.org
Thank you Ann for creating a loop.
Yesterday I observed the border collie tethered to the construction project at the front of 4261 Free Union Road
and its only shade was under the parked truck. No water observed. The dog appears thin and its coat
rough/uncared for. This condition is surely unfair and cruel to the dog.
As to the audible screaming/shouting/obscene language from the house at 4261 Free Union Road, these
incidents have occurred since December 2015. Alec Campbell is truly in crisis and needs intervention. I will not
contact Alec or his father Bruce Campbell, Free Union (local doctor) as I fear retaliation, since I am an
immediate neighbor to 4261.
What can be done in Alec's case? Can the county or social worker contact Alec's father/mother?
The Free Union postmaster told me Monday that she spoke to Alec about the barking dog and he appeared to
shrug her off. Other neighbors on Old Orchard Road mention the barking too, and this situation needs to be
resolved with help of the county. I think that the dog needs safe care until Alec's unstable emotional condition is
resolved.
This correspondence is confidential. I do hope the county can assist in these matters.
Thank you.
Diane
On Wed, Mar 30, 2016 at 11:58 AM, Ann Mallek <amallek@albemarle.org> wrote:
You can call me or greg directly. His cell is 434 531-5406.
We can call it in.
It is time to start a paper trail.
Ann
996 6159
Sent via the Samsung Galaxy Alpha™, an AT&T 4G LTE smartphone
-------- Original message --------
From: Gregory Jenkins <JENKINSG@albemarle.org>
Date: 03/30/2016 10:39 AM (GMT-05:00)
To: Ann Mallek <amallek@albemarle.org>, Larry Crickenberger <crickenbergerl@albemarle.org>
Subject: RE: dog and screaming issues at Campbell property in Free Union
Looks as if this guy’s name is Alec Bruce Campbell and lives at 4261 Free Union Rd. The only charge that I
see is a dog license charge in 2015 and two summons, nothing of real concern in his involvements. However,
I would not recommend that the neighbor go over to talk to him if they suspect some sort of domestic or
disorders in progress. I would really suggest that the neighbors call 911 or the non-emergency number (977-
9041) if they feel an officer should check on something going on at the residence. It doesn’t appear that we
have been called to that residence, at least there are no reports that we have on file for responding there.
They need to call us if they think there is a fight going on, if nothing else we can at least check on it and let
the neighbors know that they don’t have to leave a name of where the complaint come from.
From: Ann Mallek
Sent: Tuesday, March 29, 2016 11:57 PM
To: Gregory Jenkins <JENKINSG@albemarle.org>; Larry Crickenberger <crickenbergerl@albemarle.org>
Subject: dog and screaming issues at Campbell property in Free Union
Greg,
In the house across from the Free Union Post Office is a house owned by Bruce Campbell. It may be
occupied by his son but I do not know.
The occupant of the house has several times in the last month had very loud, threatening, screaming
behavior at someone else in his house. Neighbors can hear the screaming from inside his house to inside
their house. There seem to be some unaddressed issues which may escalate.
His neighbor is afraid to go over to speak to him about his dog’s constant barking. I asked her not to make
contact and put herself at risk.
Larry,
Today’s dog report is that the dog, Elsa, was tied to a phone pole out in the sun with no water all day. She is
bored and barks continually.
What options are there to help the community with these issues?
Thanks for your help.
Ann

From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: update
Date: April 21, 2016 at 11:40 PM
To: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
Apparently Alec Campbell is on another tangent…madly planting potted
trees into the ground around #4261. I am not sure if he plans a business there,
a nursery of some kind, but I think zoning would need to approve. Today
Alec decided to open a window and blast a radio program in the yard, loud
enough for me to hear inside my house. I called the non-emergency number
and asked that an officer go by and speak to him, as Alec clearly has no
regard about any of his immediate neighbors. Not sure is officer could make
headway, as not sure of ordinance this time of day.
This nuisance neighbor continues to be such and the county wastes much
time and energy looking into situations at this residence.
Were you ever able to contact Bruce about his son’s violent behavior?
Apparently that poor border collie got pregnant and had puppies that Alec or
his enabler is trying to sell through an ad in the PO. The border collie was
barely one year old and as gossip states Alec did not even know that she was
pregnant.
Thanks for your ongoing support on this issue, as I hope you would react if
anything should ever happen to me. I remain uneasy having this individual
residing so close to my home.
Diane LaSauce

From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: Date: Re: #4261 Free Union Road
May 25, 2016 at 11:00 PM
To: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
Maupin
On Wed, May 25, 2016 at 9:14 AM, Ann Mallek <amallek@albemarle.org> wrote:
Diane,
Ann
Who owns the house north of the post office?
Ann Huckle Mallek
White Hall district supervisor
434-996-6159
On May 25, 2016, at 8:52 AM, Diane LaSauce <dianelasauce@centurylink.net> wrote:
Ron what are you findings on this property? And I suspect that there is
also standing water on this property too, as bulldozing continues even
during rain.
Any word on whether the two buildings (one at 4261 and the other
standing between PO and Maupin’s) can be condemned?

From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: progress?
Date: June 30, 2016 at 3:43 PM
To: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
Are we making any progress on the stop blight ordinance? Have the three
wrecked buildings in the Free Union hamlet been considered? What do you
know about #4261…county wrote twice saying that property had permit to
excavate, yet should there be a drop dead date when this permit expires and
work finished?
Eyesores galore here in the hamlet.
Diane

From: Diane LaSauce dianelasauce@centurylink.net
Subject: Re: drone
Date: December 2, 2016 at 12:52 PM
To: Ann Mallek amallek@albemarle.org
This problem will only get worse...county wide. Will you initiate an ordinance? How would you like a drone
flying/hovering at treetop over you as you garden? Diane
On Thu, Dec 1, 2016 at 10:31 PM, Ann Mallek <amallek@albemarle.org> wrote:
I hope Creigh responds. The county has no jurisdiction to regulate non commercial flyers.
Ann
Sent via the Samsung Galaxy Alpha™, an AT&T 4G LTE smartphone
-------- Original message --------
From: Diane LaSauce <dianelasauce@centurylink.net>
Date: 12/01/2016 12:47 PM (GMT-05:00)
To: Ann Mallek <amallek@albemarle.org>
Subject: Fwd: drone
Ann, I want to include you in this email...Mark Nizer is a nuisance neighbor...anything in the works to stop
fly-overs by neighbors???
---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Diane LaSauce <dianelasauce@centurylink.net>
Date: Thu, Dec 1, 2016 at 12:37 PM
Subject: drone
To: district25@senate.virginia.gov
Senator Deeds;
Following today's conversation with an Albemarle County Police officer, I am writing to you to see what
legislation is in place or will soon to be in place regarding drones and fly overs.
I reside in the small hamlet of Free Union, VA and a nuisance neighbor obtained a drone last year and spies
into my from his property using his drone. This past Thanksgiving, while he was having a yard party, he flew
the drone over my property. I was out in my gardens and this was quite unnerving and a total invasion of
property.
Officer Lowrey advised me to contact you, as he sees no legislation on the books to protect me or my property
from drone invasion. I do not associate with this neighbor, and have no idea what he does with the footage.
Since walking on my property would be trespassing, why are no laws regarding drones?
What is your advice on this matter? IF there is no legislation in place, then what am I to do?
Many thanks for your soonest reply.
Sincerely,
Diane LaSauce
1813 Old Orchard Road
Swallowtail Cottage
Free Union, VA 22940
434-964-0816