Hampton public meetings in 2023
248 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will consider several grant requests for local businesses and a resolution regarding protective covenants and rezoning at 9 Enterprise Parkway. The meeting also includes a review of the EDA Loan/Grant Program Fund Balance Sheet and a closed session for confidential economic development information.
- Blue Catfish Processing, Flash Freeze and Infrastructure Grant for LD Amory Company
- $15,000 Retail Assistance Grant request from The IncuHub, LLC
- $82,517 Retail Assistance Grant request from 110 Gallery, LLC
- Rezoning of 9 Enterprise Parkway and approval of Amended and Restated Protective Covenants
- Review of EDA Loan/Grant Program Fund Balance Sheet as of November 30, 2023
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Clean City Commission
The School Pride in Action Committee is meeting to approve October minutes and discuss HCCC award winners. The body will review school-based environmental projects, recycling pilot programs, and planning for Earth Day events.
- Voting on HCCC Award Winners for water quality, recycling, and environmental education
- Discussion of Hampton HS IB Academy Project Based Learning Experience
- Review of SPIA Committee planning priorities including recycling and cafeteria waste
- Update on pilot recycling program with Public Works involving six schools
- Planning for Earth Day event and Art Show at Bluebird Gap Farm
Citizens' Unity Commission
The commission will review minutes from the November 9 meeting and receive a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) briefing from Senior Deputy City Attorney Brandi Law. The agenda also includes discussion regarding Unity Awards and a community service project.
- FOIA Briefing by Brandi Law, Senior Deputy City Attorney
- Unity Awards discussion
- Community Service Project action item
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda contains no substantive items; it only directs readers to the city website for meeting agendas and packets. The council meeting itself is not described in this document.
- No specific agenda items listed in the provided text
Building Code Board of Appeals
The Building Code Board of Appeals is holding a hearing on an appeal of a decision related to the property at 211 Buckroe Avenue, owned by Brian & Ivy Losey. The meeting includes opening, roll call, and adjournment.
- Public hearing on appeal of decision for property at 211 Buckroe Avenue
- Property owned by Brian & Ivy Losey
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Building Code Board of Appeals
This meeting of the Building Code Board of Appeals was scheduled to hear an appeal by property owners Brian & Ivy Losey regarding a decision on their property at 211 Buckroe Avenue. However, the agenda indicates the meeting is canceled, so no appeal will be heard.
- Appeal hearing for 211 Buckroe Avenue (Brian & Ivy Losey) canceled
Neighborhood Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Hampton Neighborhood Commission will consider and vote on a recommendation from its Nominating Committee to submit two nominees for appointment as Neighborhood Commissioners for Districts 2 and 8. The nominees are Heyward Lovett for District 2 and Larry McKenzie for District 8. If approved, the recommendation will be forwarded to the Hampton City Council for final appointment.
- Vote on recommending Heyward Lovett for District 2 representative
- Vote on recommending Larry McKenzie for District 8 representative
- Public input allowed during 'Items to be Presented by the Public' with 5-minute limit
War Memorial Stadium Advisory Board
The Peninsula Stadium Authority holds its regular monthly meeting to approve November minutes, hear the treasurer's report, and receive updates on the locker room and scoreboard, organizational matters, winter projects, and the Peninsula Pilots. The agenda is largely routine with no listed votes on contracts or ordinances.
- Locker Room and Scoreboard update
- Treasurer's Report
- Winter Project Updates
- Peninsula Pilots Updates
- PSA Organizational Discussion
Citizens Police Advisory Group
The Citizens Police Advisory Group is meeting to approve prior minutes, elect a vice chair, and receive an overview of the Hampton Police Department's training philosophy. The agenda is otherwise routine, with time for questions and answers before closing.
- Election of Vice Chair
- Overview of HPD's Training Philosophy
- Approval of October 5, 2023 meeting minutes
Economic Development Authority
The Loan and Grant Review Committee will review financial statements and fund balances from January through October 2023. The committee will also consider new business regarding two facade improvement grants.
- Facade Improvement Grant for 110 Gallery, LLC at 110 E. Mellen Street
- Facade Improvement Grant for The IncuHub, LLC at 101 Eaton Street
- Review of Old Point Wealth Management Statements of Account
- Review of Local Government Investment Pool Investor Statements
- Review of EDA Loan/Grant Program Fund Balances
Electoral Board
The Hampton Electoral Board discussed incident reports from the recent election, including machine jams, scanner seal issues, and voter injuries. They also planned for scanner programming assistance in January and discussed possible precinct realignment. The meeting was largely procedural, focused on addressing operational issues.
- Scanner opening issues at Machen precinct; cones requested to enforce 40-foot line
- Machine jams at Aberdeen; scanner seal loose at East Hampton, machine replaced
- Voter injuries at Bethel and Phillips precincts; sidewalk repair requested at Phillips
- Metal detector concerns at Jackson precinct; curbside voting suggested
- Carl Anderson reported progress on possible precinct realignment
Board of Zoning Appeals Agendas and Minutes
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a special meeting to review several variance requests for residential construction. The board will also hear appeals regarding zoning violations, including unpermitted structures and prohibited business uses.
- VA23-00018: Variance request for a shed at 10 Laurel Dr
- VA23-00020 & VA23-00021: Front and rear yard setback variances for a home at 8 N Hope St
- EX23-00002: Exception request for a pool and deck at 5 Rileys Way
- AZ23-00001, AZ23-00002, AZ23-00003: Appeals regarding fence, accessory structure, and outdoor gym at 211 Buckroe Ave
- AZ23-00005: Appeal of a boarding/rooming house violation at 29 Sarfan Dr
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting with no major decisions on the agenda. Items include approval of the November minutes, board member updates, a department update from Director McCauley, and a themed discussion on athletics. The meeting is largely procedural and informational.
- Approval of November 7, 2023 meeting minutes
- Department update from Director McCauley
- Themed meeting on athletics
- Open discussion
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
This agenda is only a notice of cancellation. The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meeting scheduled for 5 p.m. Tuesday, December 5, 2023, is cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee (HSCAC) is meeting to present its 2023 Annual Senior Awards. The agenda includes welcoming remarks, acknowledgments, musical selections, and a 'Works of Heart' award presentation. This is primarily a ceremonial event rather than a business or decision-making meeting.
- 2023 Annual Senior Awards presentation
- 'Works of Heart' Award presentation by SCAC chair and vice chair
- Remarks by Vice Mayor Jimmy Gray and City Manager Mary Bunting
- Musical selections by Rev. Reginald Woodhouse
- Blessing of the meal by Rev. John A. Wilson
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission is meeting to discuss upcoming events and nominations. The body will address the VPCBF 4th Quarter Event in York County and plan educational Zoom presentations for 2024.
- VPCBF 4th Quarter Event – York County
- Nominations for 1st Quarter CBF Winner
- Educational Zoom Presentations 2024
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will review the EDA Loan/Grant Program Fund Balance Sheet and consider a NASA Technology Commercialization Grant for Pancopia, Inc. The board will also discuss extending a senior consultant contract with Dr. Richard Antcliff.
- NASA Technology Commercialization Grant to Pancopia, Inc. up to $50,000
- Contract extension for Dr. Richard Antcliff as senior consultant
- Review of EDA Loan/Grant Program Fund Balance Sheet as of October 31, 2023
- Closed meeting regarding real property acquisition or disposition
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Citizens’ Engagement Advisory and Review Commission (CEARC)
The Citizens’ Engagement Advisory and Review Commission (CEARC) will meet to approve minutes from its September retreat and hear presentations on Virginia Freedom of Information Act compliance and a Hampton Police Division update. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Review and approval of Annual Retreat Meeting Minutes – September 30, 2023
- Presentation on Virginia Freedom of Information Act compliance by Senior Deputy City Attorney Brandi A. Law
- Hampton Police Division update by Chief of Police J. Wideman
Animal Response Team Advisory Committee
The Hampton Animal Control Advisory Committee met and approved the previous meeting's minutes. They discussed updates on animal control staffing and outreach, clarified the free spay/neuter program details, and planned for a possible spring Paws, Claws & Tails event. The committee also noted upcoming city staff transitions.
- Approved September 21, 2023 meeting minutes
- HART has 5 officers after 3 left; held 4 career fairs
- Free spay/neuter clinic: 30 animals/month, Thursdays, via PETA
- Committee name change proposal pending City Council approval
- Paws, Claws & Tails event discussed for spring 2024
Town and Gown Committee
The Hampton, NE Town and Gown Committee will hold a procedural meeting on November 14, 2023, at the Community Development Conference Room. The agenda consists entirely of administrative items, including the election of a chair and the approval of previous minutes. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or public hearings are listed.
- Election of Chair
- Approval of October 10, 2023 Meeting Minutes
Building Code Board of Appeals
The Building Code Board of Appeals was scheduled to hear an appeal of a decision regarding property at 211 Buckroe Avenue, owned by Brian & Ivy Losey. However, the hearing has been postponed. The meeting consists only of procedural items and the postponed hearing.
- Appeal of decision for property at 211 Buckroe Avenue, owned by Brian & Ivy Losey
- Hearing postponed
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission will meet to approve October minutes, select a full commission chair, and vote on several chair positions including Bee City USA and Clean & Green Workplaces. They will also discuss the CLPP Cigarette Litter Patrol update, the Hampton Waterways Restoration Project, and review the 2023 Volunteer Celebration.
- Selection of Full Commission Chair (D/V)
- Bee City USA – Hampton Chair (V)
- Clean & Green Workplaces Chair (D/V)
- CLPP Cigarette Litter Patrol & Scan Update (D)
- Community Appearance Indices Review
Building Code Board of Appeals
The Hampton Building Code Board of Appeals will hold a hearing on an appeal of a decision regarding the property at 211 Buckroe Avenue, owned by Brian & Ivy Losey. The board will hear arguments and decide on the appeal.
- Appeal hearing for property at 211 Buckroe Avenue
- Owners: Brian & Ivy Losey
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Neighborhood Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Hampton Neighborhood Commission is meeting to hear a briefing from Hampton City Schools Superintendent Dr. Raymond Haynes on the district's benchmarks, priorities, and vision. The commission will also take public comment, consider action items, and receive committee updates. The agenda includes routine items like approving prior meeting minutes and chair announcements.
- Briefing by HCS Superintendent Dr. Raymond Haynes on school benchmarks, priorities, and vision
- Public input period with 5-minute speaking limit per speaker
- Approval of minutes from September 11 and October 9, 2023 meetings
- Committee updates on Neighborhood Resource Review, Development & Training, Nominating, and Youth Commission
Citizens' Unity Commission
The commission will review the October 12, 2023, meeting minutes and conduct elections for officers. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding CUC Bylaws and the introduction of sub-committees.
- Officer Elections
- CUC Bylaws review
- Introduction of Sub-Committees
- Unity Awards Discussion
Mayors Committee for People with Disabilities
The Mayors Committee for People with Disabilities will meet to review officer and committee reports. City Attorney Cheran Ivery is scheduled to speak regarding committee business, which members will then vote on.
- Presentation by City Attorney Cheran Ivery on committee business
- Vote on committee business
- Treasurer's Report
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission's Litter & Recycling Awareness Committee will discuss and vote on the best day and time for holding monthly meetings. The agenda also includes approval of October 2023 minutes and public comment.
- Vote on monthly meeting day and time
- Approval of October 2023 minutes
- Public comment period
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda contains only a link to the city's website where meeting materials are posted. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed in the provided text.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting to approve previous minutes, receive updates from board members and the department director, and host a themed presentation from the Hampton Clean City Commission. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or fee changes are scheduled.
- Approval of October 3, 2023 meeting minutes
- Department update from Director McCauley
- Themed meeting with Hampton Clean City Commission
Board of Zoning Appeals Agendas and Minutes
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings to review appeals of zoning violations and requests for variances. Decisions will impact property use and construction requirements for several residential and commercial addresses.
- Appeal of violation for operating a short-term rental at 100 Baker Farm Dr
- Request to reduce side yard setback from 15 feet to 3.4 feet at 103 Locust Dr
- Request to increase rear yard accessory lot coverage from 20% to 21% at 103 Locust Dr
- Appeal of violation for installing a fence without a permit at 211 Buckroe Ave
- Appeal of violation for operating an outdoor gym at 211 Buckroe Ave
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
War Memorial Stadium Advisory Board
The Peninsula Stadium Authority will hold its monthly meeting to discuss stadium operations and updates. The agenda includes reports on the treasurer, winter projects, and the Peninsula Pilots.
- Approval of October 2 and October 16 minutes
- Discussion regarding locker room and scoreboard
- PSA organizational discussion
- Winter project updates
- Peninsula Pilots updates
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and reports, but also features presentations from the Hampton Police Department and Fire Department, which may be of interest to seniors.
- Presentation by Chief Wideman, Hampton Police Department
- Presentation by Corey Johnson, Fire & Life Safety Educator, Hampton Fire Department
- Public comment period
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
This is a meeting announcement for the Senior Residential Living Subcommittee of the Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee. The agenda contains only the date, time, and location of the meeting, with no listed agenda items or decisions to be made.
- Meeting date: Monday, November 6, 2023 at 9:30 a.m.
- Location: Hampton Senior Center, 3501 Kecoughtan Road
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda contains only a link to the city's website for meeting agendas and packets. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed.
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission's Clean & Green Workplaces Committee is meeting to approve minutes from August and discuss how the committee's work gets done. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific policy decisions or financial items listed.
- Approval of August minutes
- Discussion on how the work of the committee gets done
Clean City Commission
The Bee City USA-Hampton Committee will meet to discuss potential participation in the December WonderWalk event, spring projects and presentations for schools and groups, and maintenance of pollinator gardens. The agenda is largely discussion-based with no formal votes or financial items listed.
- Discussion of decorating a tree for WonderWalk in December
- Planning spring projects or presentations for schools and groups
- Review of past event participation and areas for improvement
- Maintenance of pollinator gardens, noted as repeatedly undiscussed
Clean City Commission
The School Pride in Action Committee will approve minutes from May and September 2023, discuss the upcoming Hampton Clean City Awards on November 4th, and review school recycling collection dates and a survey. The committee will also plan for Earth Day events and consider grant opportunities from AskHRGreen.
- Hampton Clean City Awards on November 4th, 11-2 at Bluebird Gap Farm
- School recycling collections starting this week; survey due November 3rd
- International Coastal Cleanup participation data due November 3rd
- Earth Day event and art show planning at Bluebird Gap Farm
- AskHRGreen grant with rolling deadline
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will review the EDA Loan/Grant Program Fund Balance Sheet as of September 30, 2023. The meeting includes a status report on certain EDA matters and a closed session regarding personnel matters.
- Review of EDA Loan/Grant Program Fund Balance Sheet
- Economic Development Department status report
- Closed meeting regarding specific public officers or employees
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission is meeting to discuss updates on the Cigarette Litter Patrol & Scan program and the Community & Schools Appearance Indices, along with selecting a nomination for the HCCC Award. The meeting includes reports from city departments and standing committees.
- Discussion of CLPP Cigarette Litter Patrol & Scan update
- Discussion of Community & Schools Appearance Indices
- HCCC Award Nomination Selection
- Approval of September minutes
- Reports from Public Works and Parks, Recreation & Leisure Services
War Memorial Stadium Advisory Board
The Peninsula Stadium Authority is holding a special meeting solely to enter a closed session to consult with legal counsel, as permitted by Virginia law. The agenda includes only the call to order, the closed session, a resolution certifying the closed session, and adjournment. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.
- Closed session under Virginia Code § 2.2-3711(8) for legal consultation
- Resolution certifying the closed session
- Next regular meeting set for November 6, 2023, at War Memorial Stadium Conference Room
Citizens' Unity Commission
The Citizens' Unity Commission will conduct business including the review of meeting minutes from June 8, 2023. The commission will also hold officer elections and discuss the introduction of sub-committees.
- Review and approval of June 8, 2023, meeting minutes
- Action item regarding CUC Bylaws
- Officer elections
- Introduction of Sub-Committees and sign-up
- Discussion regarding Unity Awards
Mayors Committee for People with Disabilities
The committee will conduct routine business, including officer and committee reports. Members are also scheduled to vote on committee business presented by City Attorney Cheran Ivery.
- Vote on committee business by City Attorney Cheran Ivery
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda contains only a link to the city's website for meeting materials. No specific items are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or the details are provided elsewhere.
Neighborhood Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Hampton Neighborhood Commission will hold its annual meeting, voting on a new chair and chair-elect, and hear briefings from the police chief and community conversations. The meeting also kicks off the 30th anniversary of the Hampton Neighborhood Initiative.
- Election of Joe Griffith as Chair
- Election of Whittley Richards as Chair-Elect
- Briefing by Police Chief Jimmie Wideman
- Community Conversations led by Joe Griffith
- Kickoff of 30th anniversary of Hampton Neighborhood Initiative
Hampton Federal Area Development Authority
The Hampton Federal Area Development Authority meeting scheduled for Monday, October 9, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.
- Meeting cancelled
Citizens Police Advisory Group
The Citizens Police Advisory Group is meeting to approve prior minutes, elect a chair and vice chair, and receive an overview of the police department's professional standards and discipline philosophy. The discipline portion will be held in a closed meeting. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 7, 2023.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Overview of HPD Professional Standards and Discipline Philosophy (closed session)
- Approval of August 10, 2023 meeting minutes
Clean City Commission
The Litter & Recycling Awareness Committee will discuss recruiting new members, scheduling 2024 litter cleanups, and planning recycling events including precycling and upcycling. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.
- Recruiting new committee members
- Scheduling litter cleanups in 2024
- Planning recycling events (precycling and upcycling)
Electoral Board
The Hampton Electoral Board met to approve new election officers and chiefs in closed session, discuss office security, and plan training sessions. They also reviewed early voting numbers and ADA evaluation visits. The meeting was largely procedural, with no public comments.
- Approval of new Officers of Election and Chiefs/Assistant Chiefs in closed session
- Training sessions scheduled for October 11, 19, 28, and November 1
- Early voting: 556 in-person ballots cast, 969 mailed-in ballots received
- ADA evaluation visits scheduled for October 10 at 10:00 a.m.
- Contact with Commonwealth's Attorney Bell to discuss voter fraud
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting with routine business: approving minutes from August and September, receiving a department update from Director McCauley, and electing a new chair and vice chair. The meeting also includes a themed discussion on special events and open discussion. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.
- Election of Chair & Vice Chair
- Approval of August 8, 2023 minutes
- Approval of September 12, 2023 minutes
- Department update from Director McCauley
- Themed meeting on special events
Board of Zoning Appeals Agendas and Minutes
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a work session and regular meeting to consider two public hearing items. The first is a variance request to reduce a side yard setback for a home at 26 Old Fox Hill Rd. The second is a Chesapeake Bay Exception request for a new elevated dwelling at 145 Wind Mill Point Rd.
- Variance to reduce side yard setback from 15 to 14.4 feet at 26 Old Fox Hill Rd (VA23-00014)
- Chesapeake Bay Exception for 6,949 sq ft of fill and 3,080 sq ft of impervious surface at 145 Wind Mill Point Rd (EX23-00004)
- Approval would permit construction of a new elevated single-family dwelling
- Public hearing items on the agenda
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee (HSCAC) Speakers Bureau Subcommittee is meeting on October 2, 2023, at the Hampton Senior Center. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, old and new business, public comment, and adjournment. No specific decisions or discussions are detailed.
- Meeting at Hampton Senior Center, 3501 Kecoughtan Road
- Approval of April meeting minutes
- Public comment period
War Memorial Stadium Advisory Board
The Peninsula Stadium Authority will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss stadium operations, including a locker room renovation and scoreboard project, as well as organizational structure and insurance recommendations. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and treasurer's report, along with updates on the History Museum and Peninsula Pilots.
- Locker Room Renovation & Scoreboard discussion
- Additional Insurance Recommendation
- Quickbooks Online for Bookkeeping
- PSA Organizational Structure Discussion – Schedule Special Meeting
- History Museum Update
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes and receiving reports, along with a presentation from the city treasurer. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.
- Presentation by Hampton City Treasurer Christine Snead
- Committee appointment update from City Council
- Approval of September meeting minutes
- Subcommittee and lead agency reports
- Public comment period
Citizens’ Engagement Advisory and Review Commission (CEARC)
The Citizens’ Engagement Advisory and Review Commission (CEARC) is holding its annual retreat to review and approve meeting minutes, discuss bylaws, review the FY2023 annual report, and hold officer elections. The agenda also includes community mapping, a commitment to excellence discussion, and team-building exercises. This is a working session focused on internal operations and planning.
- Review and approval of May 16, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of bylaws
- FY2023 annual report overview
- Officer elections
- Teambuilding and communication exercise
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda contains only a link to the city's website where meeting materials are posted. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed in the provided text.
- No specific agenda items provided in the text
Hampton Coliseum Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Coliseum Citizens Advisory Committee is holding its monthly meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items, including approval of minutes, reports from the chairman and director, and a presentation on the event coordinator role. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.
- Approval of minutes from June 27, 2023 meeting
- Director's Report: Coliseum 101: Event Coordinator
Citizens' Unity Commission
The Citizens' Unity Commission is meeting for an annual retreat to conduct business including the review of the FY23 Annual Report. The agenda includes discussions on CUC Bylaws, officer elections, and the formation of sub-committees.
- Review and approval of June 8, 2023, meeting minutes
- Review of FY23 Annual Report
- Discussion regarding CUC Bylaws
- Officer elections
- Introduction and formation of sub-committees
Animal Response Team Advisory Committee
The committee will review and approve minutes from July, hear reports from the city manager and animal control, and discuss current issues. Old business includes follow-up on name change and bylaws amendments, as well as planning for the Paws, Claws & Tails event. No specific decisions or financial items are listed.
- Review and approval of July 20, 2023 meeting minutes
- City Manager's Report by Steven Bond/Rebecca Spurrier
- Animal Control Report by Angie Taylor
- Follow-up on Name Change/Bylaws Amendments
- Paws, Claws & Tails Event Discussion
Clean City Commission
The School Pride in Action Committee of the Hampton Clean City Commission is meeting to discuss and vote on its purpose, meeting schedule, quorum, and planning priorities for 2023-2024. The agenda also includes updates on school recycling, grant opportunities, and upcoming community events like the International Coastal Cleanup and a STEM event.
- Discussion and voting on Planning Priorities 2023-2024
- Cigarette Litter Prevention Program (CLPP) for ages 18+
- International Coastal Cleanup at Dandy Haven Marina on Oct. 21, 8:30 a.m.
- STEM Exploration Community Event on Oct. 14, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Grant deadlines: Hampton Education Foundation (Oct. 2), Dominion Environmental (Sept. 30), Shirley Sypolt Memorial (Sept. 30), Agriculture in the Classroom (Oct. 13)
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will review the EDA Loan/Grant Program Fund Balance Sheet as of August 31, 2023. The meeting includes a status report from the Economic Development Department and consideration of a grant for ITL, LLC located at 105 E Street.
- Consideration of a Manufacturing and Innovation Grant for ITL, LLC (d/b/a ITL Solutions)
- Review of EDA Loan/Grant Program Fund Balance Sheet as of August 31, 2023
- Economic Development Department status report
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission's Clean & Green Workplaces Committee is holding a public meeting to approve August 2023 minutes, discuss meeting procedures, and take public comment. The agenda is largely procedural with no substantive policy or funding items listed.
- Approval of August 2023 minutes
- Discussion of meeting procedures
- Public comment period
Mayors Committee for People with Disabilities
The Mayor's Committee for People with Disabilities meeting scheduled for September 14 has been canceled.
Building Code Board of Appeals
The board is meeting solely to elect new officers. No other business is scheduled.
- Election of new officers for the Building Code Board of Appeals
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda contains only a link to the city's website where meeting agendas and packets are posted. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed in the provided text.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting with new business including board member updates, a department update from Director McCauley, and a budget update from Carleen Cameron. The board will also consider approval of the August 8, 2023 minutes. No votes on specific projects or expenditures are listed.
- Budget update presented by Carleen Cameron
- Department update from Director McCauley
- Approval of August 8, 2023 meeting minutes
- Open discussion period
The board was unable to take any official votes or approve previous minutes because a quorum was not present. The meeting served as an informational session featuring updates on Capital Improvement Projects and budget processes.
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission meets to review staff reports and financial overviews, discuss litter prevention programs, and coordinate volunteer activities. Notable items include the Cigarette Litter Prevention Program, Community Appearance & Litter Index surveys, and a partnership with Keep America Beautiful Inc.
- Cigarette Litter Prevention Program (CLPP) discussion
- Community Appearance Litter Index survey on September 20
- School Appearance Litter Index survey on September 23
- Supernova Ska Musical Festival/CLPP outreach at Fort Monroe, September 14-17
- Bee City Committee meeting on September 19
War Memorial Stadium Advisory Board
The Peninsula Stadium Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting to approve minutes, receive reports, and discuss priority projects for its annual operating budget allocation. The board will also review its organizational structure and receive updates on the locker room renovation, bookkeeping services, and insurance.
- Approval of July 31 minutes
- PSA Annual Allocation (Operating Budget) Priority Projects
- PSA Organizational Structure Discussion
- Locker Room Renovation update
- Bookkeeping and Accounting Services update
The Authority convened a special meeting to enter a closed session for the purpose of consulting with legal counsel. The board unanimously approved the motion to enter the session and subsequently approved a resolution certifying the closed session was conducted according to Virginia law.
- Approved motion to enter closed session to consult with legal counsel (Unanimous)
- Approved resolution certifying the closed session was conducted in conformity with Virginia Law (Unanimous)
Board of Zoning Appeals Agendas and Minutes
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on two variance requests from Marlo Maxwell for a property at 1548 Power Plant Pkwy. The requests seek to reduce the required rear setback from 35 to 25.2 feet and the front setback from 30 to 18.4 feet to allow construction of a new single-family dwelling. The meeting also includes a work session on training and approval of prior minutes.
- VA23-00008: Request to reduce rear setback from 35 to 25.2 feet at 1548 Power Plant Pkwy
- VA23-00013: Request to reduce front setback from 30 to 18.4 feet at 1548 Power Plant Pkwy
- Public hearing on both variance requests for a new single-family dwelling
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved two variance requests for a new single-family dwelling to accommodate a rancher-style home for a resident with mobility needs. Both requests were approved with staff recommended conditions.
- Approved August 7, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
- Approved VA23-00008 to reduce rear setback from 35 feet to 25.2 feet (5-0)
- Approved VA23-00013 to reduce front setback from 30 feet to 18.4 feet (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Neighborhood Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Hampton Neighborhood Commission will vote on adding a proposed executive summary to its Operations Manual, which outlines the commission's mission, guiding principles, and member expectations. The meeting also includes a director's report, public comment, committee updates, and a briefing on the Capital Improvement Plan.
- Vote on adding executive summary to Neighborhood Commission Operations Manual
- Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) overview briefing by Budget Office
- Public comment period with 5-minute speaking limit
- Committee status reports: Resource Review, Development & Training, Nominating, Youth Commission
The commission approved the addition of a proposed executive summary to the Neighborhood Commission Operations Manual. Additionally, the Neighborhood Resource Review committee approved a grant for a resource fair.
- Approved addition of proposed Executive Summary to the Neighborhood Commission Operations Manual
- Approved August 14, 2023 meeting minutes
- Neighborhood Resource Review committee approved $4,000 Community Connections grant request for NHCC Resource Fair
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee (HSCAC) will hold its regular monthly meeting on Monday, September 11, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the Hampton Senior Center. The agenda includes approval of August minutes, a presentation by community and senior center managers, subcommittee and lead agency reports, and public comment. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.
- Presentation by Nicole Dennis (Community Centers Manager), Dr. Tina Banks-Gray (Neighborhood Centers Manager), and Susan Elswick (Senior Recreation Professional)
- Approval of August meeting minutes
- Subcommittee reports
- Lead agency reports
- Public comment
The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the August meeting. Members received presentations on senior recreation programs and provided updates on upcoming subcommittee meetings and city events.
- Approved August minutes as written (unanimous)
Economic Development Authority
The Loan and Grant Review Committee will review a manufacturing and innovation grant application for ITL, LLC. The committee will also review financial statements for Old Point Wealth Management and the Local Government Investment Pool.
- Hampton Manufacturing & Innovation Grant Application — ITL, LLC (105 E Street)
- Review of Old Point Wealth Management Statements of Account (January–July 2023)
- Review of Local Government Investment Pool Investor Statements (January–July 2023)
- Review of EDA Loan/Grant Program Fund Balances (January–July 2023)
Electoral Board
The Hampton Electoral Board met to discuss election preparations, including ADA compliance at school polling places, voter outreach signs, and potential changes to precinct boundaries. The board filled an open Deputy I position and heard a citizen proposal to review precinct lines, though no formal action was taken on that or other proposals.
- Filled open Deputy I position
- Met with school officials about ADA compatibility, lighting, HVAC, and metal detectors at polling places
- Discussed VDOT signs and Hampton Coliseum sign for voter registration and election reminders
- Heard citizen request for a work group to review precinct changes, EPBs for party canvases, and eliminating the 'scribble' precinct line
- Proposed using EPBs for Central Absentee Precinct ballot logging
The board reviewed ADA compatibility for school precincts and discussed upcoming election preparations. No formal motions were passed regarding proposed changes to precinct lines or the use of electronic poll books.
- Filled the open Deputy I position
- Tabled request for precinct change work group pending legal research
- No action taken on request to provide electronic poll books to local parties
- No action taken on request to eliminate the New Market Creek precinct line
- Scheduled ADA precinct evaluations for September 13
Clean City Commission
The Litter & Recycling Awareness Committee will meet to approve June minutes and discuss what to do with boxes of blank note cards in the office. The agenda is otherwise light, with no other substantive items listed.
- Approval of June 2023 minutes
- Discussion and decision on boxes of blank note cards in the HCCC office
Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Hampton Planning Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting on August 17, 2023. The regular meeting includes public hearings on two short-term rental use permits, a rezoning application for a storage facility, and a veterinary office use permit. The commission will also discuss Robert's Rules of Order training and its meeting schedule.
- Use Permit 23-00002: short-term rental at 28 Castle Haven Rd (deferred from July 20)
- Use Permit 23-00069: short-term rental at 100 Baker Farm Dr
- Rezoning 22-00006: Langley Storage Associates, LLC, +/-15.17 acres at 16, 18, & 20 Potter Lane to LFA-2 for outdoor RV storage (deferred from July 20)
- Use Permit 23-00030: veterinary office at 26 Coliseum Crossing
- Closed session to consult legal counsel on Conflict of Interests Act and Use Permits
The Planning Commission approved a rezoning application for 15.17 acres on Potter Lane to allow for an RV storage facility. Two short-term rental use permit applications were deferred to December. The Commission also rescheduled its December meeting to December 14, 2023.
- Approved rezoning of 16, 18, and 20 Potter Lane to LFA-2 District for RV storage
- Deferred Use Permit Application No. 23-00002 (28 Castle Haven Road) to Dec 14, 2023 (6-1)
- Deferred Use Permit Application No. 23-00069 (100 Baker Farm Drive) to Dec 14, 2023 (6-1)
- Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0-1)
- Rescheduled December meeting to December 14, 2023
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission's Clean & Green Workplaces Committee will discuss setting a date to present the Clean & Green Award to Bluebird Gap Farm, finalize recruitment letters for new members, and plan outreach events. The committee will also consider distributing cigarette butlers to area businesses. The meeting includes approval of June 2023 minutes and public comment.
- Set date to present Clean & Green Award to Bluebird Gap Farm
- Finalize recruitment letters for new committee members
- Outreach events planning
- Cigarette butlers distribution to area businesses
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will discuss the Hampton 2040 Community Plan Update and review a proposal from StartWheel Corporation regarding the REaKTOR Technology Innovation Center. The meeting also includes a review of the EDA Loan/Grant Program fund balance as of July 31, 2023.
- Hampton 2040 Community Plan Update presentation
- Review of REaKTOR Technology Innovation Center management proposal from StartWheel Corporation
- EDA Loan/Grant Program Fund Balance Sheet review as of July 31, 2023
- Economic Development Department status report
The Economic Development Authority approved funding for the operation and management of the REaKTOR Technology Innovation Center. The board also approved the minutes from the July 18, 2023 meeting.
- Approved FY24 proposal and funding request of $197,380 for Innovate Hampton Roads to operate and manage REaKTOR (5-0)
- Approved July 18, 2023 Regular Meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Electoral Board
The Hampton Electoral Board is meeting to revisit the Sunday voting date, address ADA reports, discuss building repairs, review the school calendar and 2024 primary, and assign precinct chiefs for the 2023 election. Additional items may be discussed as they arise.
- Revisit Sunday voting date for this year
- Address ADA reports from the city
- Discuss building and needed repairs
- Review school calendar and 2024 primary
- Assign precinct chiefs for Election Day and Early Voting
The board decided to hire L & A to program tabulators on September 19 and 20. Sunday voting will remain on October 22 as previously announced. The board also recognized Anna Jones as Chief Deputy Registrar.
- Approved hiring L & A to program tabulators September 19-20
- Confirmed Sunday voting date remains October 22
- Recognized Anna Jones as Chief Deputy Registrar
- Rescheduled training for those logging in Mailed-in Ballots to October 11
Neighborhood Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Hampton Neighborhood Commission is meeting to discuss the Downtown Hampton, Phoebus, and Buckroe draft water plan, which addresses flooding and climate resilience. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and committee reports, plus a briefing on the water plan. No voting items are listed.
- Briefing on Downtown Hampton, Phoebus, & Buckroe Water Plan by Resilient Hampton
- Public hearings scheduled: Planning Commission Aug 17, City Council Sep 13
- Committee reports from Neighborhood Resource Review, Development & Training, Nominating, Youth Commission
- Approval of July 10, 2023 meeting minutes
The commission approved the meeting minutes from July 10, 2023. No other substantive action items were voted on during the meeting.
- Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes
Citizens Police Advisory Group
The Citizens Police Advisory Group is meeting to discuss police-related matters, with the main agenda item being a presentation on the MILO system. The meeting includes opening remarks, the presentation, a question-and-answer period, and closing. The next meeting is scheduled for October 5, 2023.
- MILO Presentation
- Next meeting: Thursday, October 5, 2023, 6pm at HPD Townsend Training Rm, 5th Fl, 40 Lincoln St.
The group met for introductions and a tour of the Police Division's MILO virtual reality system. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.
Mayors Committee for People with Disabilities
The committee will review minutes from the November meeting and receive a treasurer's report. Members will also discuss interest in the legislation and transportation standing committees.
- Approval of November meeting minutes
- Treasurer's Report
- Review of Legislation and Transportation standing committees
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda contains only a reference to where meeting materials can be found online, with no specific items listed. The City Council meeting is scheduled, but no decisions or discussions are detailed in this document.
- No specific agenda items provided
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to approve prior minutes, receive a department update, and discuss program proposals. The board will also plan themed meetings covering special events, athletics, budget, and community centers. No votes on specific projects or funding are scheduled.
- Approval of May 2, 2023 meeting minutes
- Department update from Director McCauley
- Discussion of program proposals
- Planning themed board meetings: Special Events (Oct/Feb), Athletics (Sep/Jan/May), Budget (Sep), Community & Neighborhood Centers (Aug/Mar)
The board approved the May 2, 2023 meeting minutes and reviewed five program proposals from various organizations. The board designated specific community centers for certain programs and provided guidance on funding and departmental contacts.
- Approved May 2, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
- Designated Northampton Community Center as the first location for Hampton Road Police Athletic League After School Program
- Identified Northampton Community Center as a good fit for The Healthiest Me Inside and Out Body Image and Yoga Program
- Suggested 4 WHEY LLC contact the Athletic Division for field and court needs
- Advised Malons Project, Inc. to contact the Office of Youth and Young Adults for grant solicitation
Town and Gown Committee
The committee received a presentation on the Hampton 2040 Community Plan, which is proposed for City Council adoption by the end of the year. Members provided updates on local economic development, school staffing, and community events. No legislative actions were taken other than approving previous minutes.
- Appointed Raymond Tripp as meeting Chair
- Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes
Board of Zoning Appeals Agendas and Minutes
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request to reduce the required rear setback from 35 feet to 25.7 feet to allow construction of a single-family dwelling at 1548 Power Plant Pkwy. The meeting also includes roll call, approval of prior minutes, and other items.
- Public hearing on VA23-00008: Marlo Maxwell requests rear setback reduction from 35 ft to 25.7 ft at 1548 Power Plant Pkwy (LRSN 1001043) for a new single-family dwelling
The Board held a work session focused on member training and procedural reviews. Case VA23-00008 was deferred to the September 11, 2023, meeting to allow for staff review of updated plans.
- Deferred case VA23-00008 to September 11, 2023
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The Mayor's Town Hall Subcommittee of the Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to plan and finalize its meeting schedule, review its bylaws, and discuss upcoming Mayor's Town Hall meetings. The agenda includes public comment and is otherwise procedural.
- Plan and finalize subcommittee meeting schedule
- Review subcommittee bylaws
- Review plans for upcoming Mayor's Town Hall meetings
The committee held a final discussion regarding the Mayor's Townhall scheduled for October 16, 2023, at 10 AM. The dates at the Senior Center were approved. The committee will next produce and distribute a flyer.
- Approved dates for Mayor's Townhall on October 16, 2023
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee (HSCAC) is holding its regular monthly meeting on August 7, 2023, at the Hampton Senior Center. The agenda includes approval of July minutes, a presentation by the Housing & Neighborhood Services Division manager, subcommittee and lead agency reports, and public comment. No major decisions or proposals are listed.
- Presentation by Jonathan McBride, Housing & Neighborhood Services Division Manager, Community Development
- Committee appointment for new Council appointment
- Approval of July meeting minutes
- Subcommittee reports
- Lead agency reports
The committee unanimously approved the July meeting minutes. The session primarily consisted of presentations regarding neighborhood services, housing grants, and city event updates.
- Approved July minutes as written (unanimous)
Economic Development Authority
The Innovation & Technology Committee will review past performance and discuss a proposal from StartWheel Corporation (trading as Innovate Hampton Roads). The proposal concerns the management and operation of REaK TOR, a Center of Excellence located at the National Institute of Aerospace Labs Building, for FY24.
- Proposal from StartWheel Corporation to manage and operate REaK TOR
- Review of January 10, 2023, meeting minutes
The Innovation & Technology Committee reviewed a report on the REaKTOR Technology Innovation Center. The committee voted to recommend a funding request for the remainder of FY24 subject to a Grant Agreement with performance metrics.
- Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes
- Recommended approval of $197,380 funding request for Innovate Hampton Roads (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Clean City Commission
This meeting of the Hampton Clean City Commission has been cancelled. No business was conducted or discussed.
War Memorial Stadium Advisory Board
The Peninsula Stadium Authority will hold its monthly meeting to approve minutes, hear the treasurer's report, and discuss the annual operating budget priorities. They will also review contract updates, including parking lot use and bookkeeping services, and receive updates from the Peninsula Pilots. The board will set the September meeting date to September 11 due to Labor Day.
- September meeting moved to September 11 due to Labor Day
- PSA Annual Allocation (Operating Budget) Priority Projects discussion
- Contract updates: parking lot use and bookkeeping/accounting services
- Peninsula Pilots updates
- Organizational discussion for September meeting
The Board voted to remove the construction of a new maintenance building from the 2022 CIP and replace it with a new scoreboard. The Board also approved the July 10 meeting minutes and the Treasurer's report. Discussions continued regarding winter project priorities and the organizational structure between the City, PSA, and the Pilots.
- Approved July 10 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Accepted Treasurer's report showing balance of $200,140 (unanimous)
- Replaced $650k maintenance building with approximately $400k scoreboard in 2022 CIP (unanimous)
Animal Response Team Advisory Committee
The Hampton Animal Control Advisory Committee will review minutes from March, hear reports from the City Manager and Animal Control, and discuss current issues. Old business includes follow-up on a name change and bylaws amendments, as well as planning for the Paws, Claws & Tails event. The committee will also enter a closed session to discuss appointments to the committee, as allowed by Virginia law.
- Closed session to discuss recommendations for appointments to the Animal Control Advisory Committee
- Follow-up on name change and bylaws amendments
- Paws, Claws & Tails event discussion
The committee approved the minutes from the March 16, 2023 meeting. Members discussed Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) legality and animal neglect reports, but no policy changes were decided. The committee entered a closed session to discuss appointment recommendations.
- Approved March 16, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved motion to enter closed session for committee appointment recommendations
- Approved motion to certify closed session
- Deferred discussion on Paws, Claws & Tails to next meeting
- Tabled bylaws name change due to lack of super majority
Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Hampton Planning Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting on July 20, 2023, with public hearings on one rezoning and eight use permit applications. The rezoning involves a 15.17-acre property on Potter Lane, and the use permits include restaurants, short-term rentals, and a day care. The commission will also receive reports on youth planning and a resiliency water plan.
- Rezoning Application 22-00006: Langley Storage Associates, LLC requests rezoning of 15.17 acres at 16, 18, & 20 Potter Lane from R-9 and C-3 to LFA-2 with conditions
- Use Permit 22-00015: Azad Haji requests permit for live entertainment at restaurant at 1405 E. Pembroke Avenue
- Use Permits 23-00011, 23-00013, 23-00029, 23-00027, 23-00002: short-term rental requests at 136 S Second Street, 404 N Second Street, 406 N Second Street, 526 Settlers Landing Road, and 28 Castle Haven Rd
- Use Permit 23-00033: Kim Debnam-Tatum requests permit for commercial day care at 1525 Power Plant Parkway
- Briefing on Resilient Hampton Downtown, Phoebus, and Buckroe Water Plan
The Planning Commission approved meeting minutes from May and June 2023. A rezoning application for a storage facility at 16, 18, and 20 Potter Lane was deferred to August 17, 2023, to allow for an investigation into potential buffer area violations.
- Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved June 22, 2023 meeting minutes with correction (6-0)
- Deferred Rezoning Application No. 22-00006 for 16, 18, & 20 Potter Lane to August 17, 2023 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Purchasing & Procurement Oversight Committee Agendas & Minutes
The Purchasing and Procurement Oversight Committee is meeting to receive a presentation on the SWaM/DBE program. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.
- SWaM/DBE presentation
Electoral Board
The Hampton Electoral Board discussed administrative and operational matters, including building repairs, salary parity, and election training. They also reviewed ranked-choice voting concerns and voter roll maintenance. The meeting was largely procedural, with no final votes taken.
- Letter to City Manager about building issues (windows, plumbing, roof) needing repair by September 22
- Letter to City Council requesting salary parity comparison with comparable cities
- Request for actual expenses for Sunday voting
- Training schedule for upcoming election (OE, early voting, mailed-in ballots)
- Discussion of ranked-choice voting and tabulator compatibility
The board scheduled training sessions for early voting and mailed-in ballots. Members agreed to send letters to the City Manager regarding building repairs and to the City Council regarding employee salary parity.
- Scheduled Early Voting Training for 9/6 at 1:00 p.m.
- Scheduled Mailed-in Ballot Training for 10/4 at 1:00 p.m.
- Scheduled OE Training sessions for 10/19, 10/28, and 11/1
- Assigned Rebecca Winn to write a letter to the City Manager regarding window, plumbing, and roof repairs
- Agreed to send a letter to City Council regarding employee salary parity
- Assigned Matt Scott to notify the Superintendent and school board regarding the March '24 primary
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will review financial statements for the Loan & Grant Review Committee and receive an economic development department report. The board will also consider a closed session regarding real property in the Hampton Roads Center South area.
- First Amendment to the StartWheel Corp. grant agreement to extend the term to August 31, 2023
- Closed meeting regarding acquisition or disposition of real property in Hampton Roads Center South
- Review of Old Point Wealth and LGIP investor statements for June 2023
- Review of EDA Loan/Grant Program Fund Balance Sheet as of June 30, 2023
The Economic Development Authority approved an amendment to extend the term of a grant agreement with StartWheel Corp. to manage and operate REaKTOR. The board also approved the minutes from the June 20, 2023 meeting.
- Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved First Amendment to Grant Agreement with StartWheel Corp. to extend term to August 31, 2023 (6-0)
- Approved motion to enter Closed Meeting regarding real property in Hampton Roads Center South (6-0)
- Approved motion to conclude Closed Meeting and return to regular session (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission's Clean & Green Workplaces Committee is meeting to approve May 2023 minutes and discuss two items: a BBGF nomination and a regional meeting. No votes on substantive policy are listed; the agenda is mostly procedural with discussion items.
- Approval of May 2023 minutes
- Discussion of BBGF nomination
- Discussion of regional meeting
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda contains only a link to the city website for meeting agendas and packets. No specific items are listed, so the meeting is procedural or the details are provided elsewhere.
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission's Waterways Restoration Project Committee is meeting to vote on a new president, plan a paddle event and August cleanup, and discuss outreach activities. The committee will also review the status of its webpage. This is a routine business meeting with voting and planning items.
- Vote to officiate Ashley Ault as new president
- Plan date for paddle event and August cleanup
- Plan activities for September Buckroe Farmers Market display and outreach
- Review status of webpage
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission will meet to approve June minutes, discuss a Cigarette Litter Prevention Program grant, and plan a 45th anniversary event. Committee updates and partner reports will also be presented.
- Discussion of Cigarette Litter Prevention Program Grant
- 45th Anniversary Event Planning
- Hampton Waterways Restoration Project update
- Resilient Hampton community meetings on July 13
- Household Chemical Collection on July 15 at Coliseum
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The Mayor's Town Hall Subcommittee of the Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to plan and finalize its meeting schedule, review its bylaws, and discuss plans for upcoming Mayor's Town Hall meetings. The agenda includes public comment and is otherwise routine administrative business.
- Plan and finalize subcommittee meeting schedule
- Review subcommittee bylaws
- Review plans for upcoming Mayor's Town Hall meetings
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee (SCAC) will hold its regular monthly meeting on Monday, July 10, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the Hampton Senior Center. The agenda includes approval of June minutes, committee appointments, a presentation by the executive director of Assets Hampton, and reports from subcommittees and lead agencies. Public comment is also scheduled.
- Committee appointment: Linda Kindred (Council Reappointment)
- Committee appointment: Doris Farmer (Council Appointment)
- Presentation by Luci Talbot-Cochran, Executive Director of Assets Hampton (History Museum, Carousel, Air Power Park, Fort Wool)
- Public comment period
The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the June meeting. The session primarily consisted of informational updates regarding city events, a presentation from the Hampton History Museum, and reports on senior services.
- Approved June minutes as written (unanimous)
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee's Annual Report Subcommittee is meeting to conduct subcommittee business, including reviewing senior award applications and making preparations for the annual awards event. The meeting is open to the public with a public comment period.
- Review of Senior Award Applications
- Preparations for the Annual Awards Event
- Public comment period
Neighborhood Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Hampton Neighborhood Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving June minutes and receiving committee reports. They will also hear briefings on the National Night Out event and the City of Hampton Poverty Study 2023. No voting items are listed on the agenda.
- Briefing on National Night Out, August 1st, 4-7PM at Hampton Roads Convention Center
- Briefing on City of Hampton Poverty Study 2023 by Janice Banks
- Review of committee status reports (Resource Review, Development & Training, Nominating, Youth Commission)
- Approval of June 12, 2023 meeting minutes
- Public input period for speakers (5-minute limit)
The commission approved the minutes from the June 12, 2023 meeting. No other action items were voted on during the session. The meeting included briefings on community policing and a city poverty study.
- Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes
Board of Zoning Appeals Agendas and Minutes
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a meeting to consider multiple variance requests. These items include requests for fence encroachments, driveway setbacks, motorhome parking, and residential additions.
- Fence encroachment into Resource Protection Area at 17 Routten Rd
- Driveway setback reduction at 1811 Somerville Drive
- Motorhome side yard setback reduction at 1811 Somerville Drive
- Residential addition rear yard setback reduction at 1 Fort Worth Street
- Residential addition side yard and rear yard setback reductions at 1 Fort Worth Street and 8 Shaughanassee Ct
The Board of Zoning Appeals denied a request for a fence encroachment into a Resource Protection Area. The Board approved four variance requests regarding driveway setbacks, motorhome parking, and residential additions. Minutes from the June 5, 2023 meeting were also approved.
- Approved June 5, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Denied EX23-00001: fence encroachment at 17 Routten Rd (5-0)
- Approved VA23-00005: driveway setback reduction at 1811 Somerville Drive (4-1)
- Approved VA23-00011: motorhome side setback reduction at 1811 Somerville Drive (4-1)
- Approved VA23-00006: rear yard setback reduction at 1 Fort Worth Street (5-0)
- Approved VA23-00007: side yard setback reduction at 1 Fort Worth Street (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
War Memorial Stadium Advisory Board
The Peninsula Stadium Authority approved the Woolpert design for locker room renovations and contracted Carmines, Robbins & Company for bookkeeping services. The Board also authorized the use of stadium parking for Fire Station #3 construction through summer 2024.
- Approved Woolpert locker room design with roof drainage and window protection considerations (unanimous)
- Authorized stadium parking use for Fire Station #3 contractor from late-August 2023 to mid-May 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Carmines, Robbins & Company for bookkeeping at $3,600/year and $200/hour (unanimous)
- Re-elected Wayne Gomes (Chair), Melissa Brady (Treasurer), and Garth Wallis (Secretary) (unanimous)
- Accepted Treasurer's report showing a balance of $200,136 and expenses of $10,902 (unanimous)
- Approved June 5 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Moved August meeting date to July 31, 2023 (unanimous)
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda contains only a link to the city's website where meeting agendas and packets are posted. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed in the provided text.
Wetlands Board Agendas & Minutes
The Hampton Wetlands Board will hold a regular meeting on June 27, 2023, to consider Joint Permit Application 2023-0576 from the Salt Cay Condominium Home Owners' Association. The request is to install a Flexamat revetment along 96 linear feet of shoreline at 1050 Porte Harbour Arch to address erosion, with about 430 square feet of impact to non-vegetated tidal wetlands. A site visit is scheduled for June 20, 2023.
- Joint Permit Application 2023-0576 for 1,152 sq ft Flexamat revetment along 96 linear feet of shoreline
- Approximately 430 sq ft impact to non-vegetated tidal wetlands
- Applicant: Dan Yuchnovicz, Salt Cay Condominium Home Owners' Association
- Location: 1050 Porte Harbour Arch (LRSN: 13000473)
- Site visit on June 20, 2023 at 4:00 p.m.
The Board approved a permit to install Flexamat revetment to address erosion at 1050 Porte Harbour Arch. The approval includes eleven conditions and a modified two-year permit validity period.
- Approved March 28, 2023 minutes (5-0-2)
- Approved Joint Permit Application 2023-0576 for 1,152 sq ft of Flexamat revetment with 11 conditions and a 2-year validity period (6-0-1)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Hampton Coliseum Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Coliseum Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting for its monthly session. The agenda consists of standard procedural items including approval of the previous meeting's minutes, reports from the chairman and director, and old and new business. No specific decisions, proposals, or public hearings are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from May 23, 2023 meeting
- Chairman's Report/Announcements
- Director's Report
- Old Business
- New Business
The committee approved the May 23, 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed trademark registrations and the potential for a Coliseum branded beer.
- Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Planning Commission approved a rezoning application for two parcels totaling +/-0.86 acres to the Public Open Space General (PO-1) District. Two other applications regarding a rezoning at Potter Lane and a use permit for a restaurant at E. Pembroke Avenue were deferred. The commission also approved the minutes from the March 16, 2023 meeting.
- Approved rezoning of 200 N. First Street and 372 N. First Street A to Public Open Space General (PO-1) District
- Deferred Rezoning Application No. 22-00006 for 16, 18, & 20 Potter Lane to July 20, 2023
- Deferred Use Permit Application No. 22-00015 for 1405 E. Pembroke Avenue to July 20, 2023
- Approved March 16, 2023 Joint City Council and Planning Commission meeting minutes (6-0-1)
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority Nominating Committee will meet to consider candidates for appointment as officers of the Economic Development Authority. The meeting includes a closed session pursuant to Section 2.2-3711.A.1 of the Code of Virginia.
- Approval of April 18, 2023 minutes
- Closed meeting for consideration of candidates for EDA officer appointments
The Nominating Committee approved the minutes from the April 18, 2023 meeting. Following a closed session to consider candidates, the committee voted to present two individuals for officer roles for the remainder of the 2023 calendar year.
- Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Proposed Teresa B. Hudgins for Assistant Secretary (3-0)
- Proposed Michael A. Yaskowsky for Assistant Treasurer (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will review the EDA Loan/Grant Program fund balance and receive updates on regional technology and hydrogen economy initiatives. The board will also consider a resolution to provide an $80,000 grant to Victory Lane Motorsports, LLC.
- $80,000 Hampton Community Cultural Athletic and Visitor Attraction Grant for Victory Lane Motorsports, LLC
- Review of EDA Loan/Grant Program Fund Balance Sheet as of May 31, 2023
- Closed meeting regarding real property acquisition or disposition in Downtown, Phoebus, and Hampton Roads Center South
- VEDP Regional Tech and Innovation Hubs Notice of Funding Opportunity update
- Proposal to move meetings back to the EDA Conference Room on the sixth floor
The Economic Development Authority approved a community grant for Victory Lane Motorsports, LLC and a property sale to King Street Properties, LLC. The board also appointed two new officers for the remainder of 2023.
- Approved $80,000 Hampton Community Cultural, Athletic and Visitor Attraction Grant to Victory Lane Motorsports, LLC (5-0)
- Approved sale and purchase agreement for commercial property at 112 Kings Way to King Street Properties, LLC (5-0)
- Appointed Teresa B. Hudgins as Assistant Secretary (5-0)
- Appointed Michael A. Yaskowsky as Assistant Treasurer (5-0)
- Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Decided to move future meetings to the EDA Conference Room on the sixth floor
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Clean City Commission
The committee discussed filling two voting vacancies following the departures of George Curran and April Receveur. Members also reviewed a proposal for a pollinator garden at 8110 Orcutt Avenue, though no action was taken on that item.
- Ratification of Juanita Greenwood and Marie Whitesell to fill committee vacancies
- Approval of $200 for the purchase of aprons for committee activities
- Discussion of a potential pollinator garden at 8110 Orcutt Avenue
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda contains only a link to the city website where meeting materials are posted. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed in the provided text.
- No specific agenda items listed
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission is holding its regular full commission meeting. They will approve minutes, discuss city council proposals, hold elections for June, and discuss the Cigarette Litter Prevention Program Grant and Mosaic Festival follow-up. The agenda also includes committee updates and planning for upcoming events.
- Approval of April & May minutes
- June Commission Elections (V)
- Cigarette Litter Prevention Program Grant (D)
- Mosaic Festival Follow-up (D)
- Beautiful YARDS Judging on July 10
Neighborhood Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Hampton Neighborhood Commission is meeting to hear briefings on legislative changes effective July 1, including new rules for short-term rentals and food trucks, and to discuss ongoing committee work. The agenda includes public input, committee status reports, and updates on neighborhood programs.
- Briefing on short-term rental regulations, including use permit requirements and Phase 2 density limits
- Briefing on new food truck ordinances covering host sites, hours, and setbacks
- Legislative update from Delegate A.C. Cordoza
- Committee reports on RNO grants, including $3,000 for GACC YouthFest
- Discussion of community plan update and mentor-mentee program
The commission approved the minutes from the May 08, 2023 meeting. No other action items were voted upon during the session.
- Approved May 08, 2023 meeting minutes
Electoral Board
The board approved opening the Early Voting Precinct on October 22 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Members also discussed ADA compliance at precincts and security upgrades for the Registrar's office. No formal action was taken on Ranked Choice Voting or the March Presidential Primary school schedule.
- Approved opening Early Voting Precinct on October 22 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes, board member and department updates, and discussion of new program proposals. The board will also discuss plans for themed meetings covering special events, athletics, capital improvements, and community centers.
- Approval of May 2, 2023 minutes
- Department update from Director McCauley
- Discussion of new program proposals
- Discussion of themed board meetings for special events, athletics, CIP, and community centers
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meeting scheduled for June 6, 2023, has been cancelled. No further details or rescheduling information are provided.
- Meeting cancelled
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including approval of May minutes and reports from subcommittees and lead agencies. The main item is a presentation from the Hampton Visitors & Convention Bureau, the Charles H. Taylor Visual Arts Center, and the Hampton Aquaplex. Public comment is also scheduled.
- Presentation by Mary Fugere (Hampton Visitors & Convention Bureau)
- Presentation by Diana Blanchard Gross (Charles H. Taylor Visual Arts Center)
- Presentation by Bryan Schmidt (Hampton Aquaplex)
- Approval of May meeting minutes
- Public comment period
The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the May meeting. The session primarily consisted of informational presentations regarding city tourism, local arts, and aquatic facilities, as well as updates on upcoming community events and summer camps.
- Approved May minutes as written (unanimous)
Board of Zoning Appeals Agendas and Minutes
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request by Gladstone and Michelle Phillips to reduce the required rear setback from 30.9 feet to 25 feet at 2774 Butternut Dr to allow a home addition. The item was deferred from the May 1, 2023 meeting. The board will also elect a vice-chair and approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Variance request to reduce rear setback from 30.9 ft to 25 ft at 2774 Butternut Dr for a single-family addition
- Election of vice-chair to fill a vacancy on the board
- Approval of minutes from the May 1, 2023 meeting
The Board approved a request to reduce the required rear setback for a residential addition. Additionally, the Board elected a new Vice-Chair and approved the previous meeting's minutes.
- Approved rear setback reduction from 30.9 feet to 25 feet at 2774 Butternut Drive (5-0)
- Elected Board Member Siff as Vice Chair (5-0)
- Approved May 1, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstain)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
War Memorial Stadium Advisory Board
The Peninsula Stadium Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting to approve minutes, hear the treasurer's report, and discuss several facility and administrative items. Key topics include locker room renovation, history wall updates, and proposals for bookkeeping and accounting services. The board will also consider moving the July meeting to July 10 and discuss annual allocation priority projects.
- Locker room renovation discussion
- History wall updates
- Proposals for bookkeeping and accounting services
- July meeting date moved to July 10 due to holiday
- Discussion of PSA annual allocation priority projects
The Board approved a revised layout for locker room renovations that preserves the mini wiffle ball field. The Board also accepted the Treasurer's report and rescheduled the July meeting.
- Approved remote participation of Randy (unanimous)
- Accepted April 3 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Accepted Treasurer's report showing $10,902 in expenses and $210,233 balance (unanimous)
- Changed July Board meeting date to July 10 (unanimous)
- Endorsed revised locker room renovation drawings with a request for detailed design and consideration of removing the left side corridor (unanimous, 1 abstention)
Commission on the Arts
The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order, approval of minutes, chair and director reports, and new/old business. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission's Litter & Recycling Awareness Committee is meeting to elect a new Chair and Vice-Chair, discuss a possible Fire Station #11 tour and cleanup, and set a new date for the Farmers Market volunteer schedule. Members will also consider changing the July meeting date and brainstorm project ideas for the rest of 2023. Updates will be given on the Greeting Card Outreach Project and May's Fire Station #10 Community Cleanup. The meeting is open to the public with a public comment period.
- Election of new Chair and Vice-Chair
- Possible Fire Station #11 Tour & CTBD Cleanup on June 3
- Farmers Market new date & volunteer schedule
- Possible July meeting date change
- Report on May's Fire Station #10 Community Cleanup
The commission appointed an interim Chair and Vice-Chair. Members scheduled a cleanup at Fire Station #11 for June 3 and postponed the May Farmer's Market outreach table. The July meeting was cancelled.
- Approved May minutes
- Appointed Corlease Sills as interim Chair and Ryan Adams as interim Vice-Chair
- Scheduled cleanup at Fire Station #11 for June 3 at 9am
- Postponed May Farmer's Market outreach table due to high wind gusts
- Cancelled July 2023 meeting
Hampton Coliseum Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Coliseum Citizens Advisory Committee is holding its monthly meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items: call to order, roll call, approval of the prior meeting's minutes, reports from the chairman and director, and old/new business. No specific decisions, proposals, or financial items are listed, so the meeting appears to be routine administrative business.
- Approval of minutes from April 24, 2023 meeting
- Chairman's Report/Announcements
- Director's Report
- Old Business and New Business
The committee approved the minutes from the April 24, 2023 meeting. The City Attorney discussed potential options for using the Coliseum trademark for branding and product sales.
- Approved April 24, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Hampton Planning Commission will hold a work session on short-term rental conditions and food truck ordinance amendments, followed by a regular meeting with public hearings. The commission will consider rezoning for a battery energy storage power plant, several short-term rental use permits, and a package of seven food truck zoning amendments. A rezoning request for two Buckroe Park parcels is deferred to June 15 for community engagement.
- Rezoning 21-00010: Delorean Power LLC seeks to amend conditions to allow battery energy storage power plant on 32.83 acres at 3201 Commander Shepard Blvd
- Rezoning 23-00001: HRCAP seeks to allow Day Care 1, Commercial at 91 E Mercury Boulevard (2.66 acres)
- Rezoning 23-00003: City of Hampton requests deferral to June 15 for rezoning two parcels at 200 and 372 N First Street to Public Open Space
- Use permits for short-term rentals at 826 N First Street, 230 N Fifth Street, and 8 Findley Street
- Seven zoning ordinance amendments (23-00001 through 23-00007) to regulate food trucks, including definitions, permitted uses, and indoor exemptions
The Commission appointed Bonnie Brown as Secretary and Steven Bond as Vice-Chair. The body also approved the minutes from the April 20, 2023 meeting. A rezoning application for a battery energy storage system was discussed, and one rezoning application was deferred to June.
- Appointed Bonnie Brown as Secretary to the Hampton Planning Commission (6-0)
- Elected Steven Bond as Vice-Chair (6-0)
- Approved April 20, 2023 Work Session and Planning Commission minutes (5-0-1)
- Deferred Rezoning Application No. 23-00003 to June
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Animal Response Team Advisory Committee
The Hampton Animal Control Advisory Committee is meeting to review minutes, hear reports from the city manager and animal control, and discuss current issues. Old business includes follow-up on name change/bylaws amendments and the Paws, Claws & Tails event. The committee will also hold a closed session to discuss appointment recommendations.
- Review and approval of March 16, 2023 minutes
- City Manager's Report by Steven Bond
- Animal Control Report by Angie Taylor
- Follow-up on name change and bylaws amendments
- Closed session for appointment recommendations
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will review the status of the Loan/Grant Program Fund and discuss NP Hampton Commerce Center, LLC's acquisition deadline. The body also plans a closed meeting regarding real property in the Coliseum Central area.
- Review of EDA Loan/Grant Program Fund Balance Sheet as of April 30, 2023
- NP Hampton Commerce Center, LLC extension of acquisition deadline
- Closed meeting regarding real property acquisition or disposition in the Coliseum Central area
- EDA Committee Assignments
- Appointment to the Hampton Roads Center Owners Association
The Authority approved the Chair's recommendations for various committee assignments. The board also approved the minutes from the April 18, 2023 meeting and held a closed session regarding real property in the Coliseum Central area.
- Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved Chair's committee assignment recommendations (5-0)
- Entered closed meeting to discuss real property acquisition or disposition in Coliseum Central area (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Hampton Re-Entry Council
The council received a presentation on SNAP-ET program benefits and eligibility from Hampton DSS. Members shared updates regarding a juvenile event partners meeting and available space at HRCAP. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission's Clean & Green Workplaces Committee is meeting to discuss a survey update, quarterly business nominees, window clings for clean businesses, and the committee's budget. The meeting includes roll call, approval of prior minutes, and public comment.
- VPCBF Survey Update
- 2nd Quarter Clean Business Nominees
- Clean Business Window Clings
- Committee budget discussion
War Memorial Stadium Advisory Board
The Peninsula Stadium Authority is holding a special meeting to discuss locker room renovations and a matter regarding Old Dominion University and the dugouts. The meeting is scheduled for May 15, 2023, at the War Memorial Stadium Conference Room. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Locker room renovations discussion
- Old Dominion University dugouts discussion
- Special meeting notice for May 15, 2023
The board approved shifting the western addition of the new locker room north to maintain a five-foot pedestrian corridor and preserve the wiffle ball field and dugouts. The board also approved a bump-out bathroom expansion. Plans for ODU dugout expansions are delayed as ODU no longer requires the stadium for their 2024 season.
- Approved remote participation of Garth Wallis (unanimous)
- Approved shifting the western locker room addition north to at least five feet from the 1st base dugout/field brick wall (unanimous)
- Approved bump-out bathroom expansion as presented (unanimous)
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission's School Pride in Action committee is meeting to approve April minutes, hear school reports and Earth Day updates, and plan for the next school year, including who will return as representatives. Members will also get updates on the Environmental Arts Contest, a recycling pilot program at several schools, a student-driven cleanup, and a trash bash at Blue Bird Gap Farm.
- Approval of April 13, 2023 minutes
- Planning for next year: returning SPIA representatives, schedule, recommendations
- Recycling pilot program at Kraft, Hampton HS, Jones, Phillips, Bethel HS for May and June
- Report on Environmental Arts Contest by Ashley Ault
- Blue Bird Gap Farm Kecoughtan HS Trash Bash; collecting clean #1, #3, #5 plastic
Mayors Committee for People with Disabilities
The committee will review previous meeting minutes and the Treasurer's report. Members will also hear reports from the City Manager’s Office, Parks & Recreation, and Hampton City Schools.
- Approval of March 9th and April 13th minutes
- Liaison reports from City Manager, Parks & Recreation, and City Schools
- Subcommittee reports regarding accessibility, awards, education, legislation, publicity, and transportation
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission is holding a public meeting to discuss and vote on planning activities for the June 3 Clean the Bay Day event, a June 10 Buckroe Farmers Market display, and a fun paddle event. They will also review the status of their webpage and update on board design and equipment. The meeting includes approval of March 8, 2023 minutes and public comment.
- Plan activities for June 3 Clean the Bay Day event
- Plan June 10 Buckroe Farmers Market display & outreach
- Plan date for a fun paddle event
- Review status of webpage
- Update board design and equipment obtained
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda contains only a reference to where meeting materials can be found online. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed in the provided text.
- Meeting materials available at hampton.gov/agendamaterials
Town and Gown Committee
The committee approved the minutes from the March 14, 2023 meeting. The session primarily consisted of a presentation on Hampton University's 2023-2033 strategic plan and updates from various community partners regarding upcoming events and partnerships.
- Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes and hear updates from city departments and committees. They will discuss June commission elections, revisit the RESET program, plan the HCCC 45th anniversary event, and consider a Cigarette Litter Prevention Program grant. The agenda includes routine reports and announcements, with no major funding decisions or ordinances.
- June Commission Elections discussion
- RESET program revisited
- HCCC 45th Anniversary Event planning
- Cigarette Litter Prevention Program Grant discussion
- Mosaic Festival follow-up
The commission approved the reappointment of Alex Maness to the HCCC Board, which will be sent to the City Council for final action. The board also approved the RESET minutes and reviewed financial statements.
- Approved reappointment of Alex Maness to the HCCC Board (unanimous)
- Approved RESET minutes with one correction (unanimous)
Neighborhood Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Hampton Neighborhood Commission will meet to consider a resolution recognizing Michael Harper's service, receive a briefing on the new RNO Snapshot assessment process, and hear public comments. The agenda is largely procedural, with no voting items listed.
- Resolution honoring Michael Harper for his service as District 10 representative
- Briefing on the new RNO Snapshot process replacing the self-assessment tool
- Public input period for residents to address the commission
- Committee status reports from Neighborhood Resource Review, Development & Training, Nominating, and Youth Commission
The commission approved the meeting minutes from March 13, 2023. No new action items were voted on during the meeting. The commission received reports on the RNO program and upcoming city ordinance changes.
- Approved March 13, 2023 meeting minutes
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission's Litter & Recycling Awareness Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on new business, including a fire station cleanup and selecting a date for the Farmer's Market. They will also receive updates on the Mosaic Festival and Earth Day marquee letters, and open with roll call and approval of April minutes.
- Fire Station cleanup scheduled for May 6 or another date
- Pick a date for the Farmer's Market
- Update on Mosaic Festival
- Report on Earth Day marquee letters response
- Approval of April minutes
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda contains only a link to the city's website where meeting materials are posted. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed in the provided text.
- Meeting materials available at hampton.gov/agendamaterials
Electoral Board
The Hampton Electoral Board discussed precinct accessibility improvements, including ADA compliance and designated parking, and reviewed training opportunities for election officials. They also discussed a security grant application for cameras and panic buttons, and set a timeline to appoint or reappoint the Registrar by June 30.
- Request to City Manager for designated parking at Registrar's office
- Training: Boot Camp attended, Richmond training July 20, webinar July 12
- Four precincts visited; more visits May 10 at 9:00 a.m.
- Security grant applied for: cameras, panic buttons, door upgrades, equipment cages
- Registrar appointment/reappointment due by June 30
The board reviewed ADA requirements for precincts, discussed designated parking for voters, and noted a security grant application for cameras, panic buttons, and equipment upgrades. They also planned training for members and a sticker contest. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.
- Discussed ADA compliance for precincts
- Discussed designated parking request with City Manager
- Planned training for board members
- Reviewed 'I Voted' sticker contest guidelines
- Noted security grant application for cameras, panic buttons, and door upgrades
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The Hampton Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to approve February minutes, discuss program proposals, review the master plan update, and hear a department update from Director McCauley. The meeting is open to the public.
- Approval of February 7, 2023 minutes
- Board Member Updates—Program Proposal Applications Review
- Master Plan Update
- Subcommittee Discussion (Programs including Special Events, Projects, Athletics)
- Department Update – Director McCauley
The board unanimously approved a program proposal from the Hampton Roads Police Athletic League Baseball for an eight-week summer enrichment program at no cost to the department. Discussion on a dance program proposal was tabled pending additional information from the organization. The board also discussed the Parks, Recreation & Leisure Services Master Plan update and a proposal for themed monthly meetings instead of subcommittees.
- Approved Hampton Roads Police Athletic League Baseball summer enrichment program (unanimous)
- Tabled X-Motive Dance program proposal pending additional information and possible instructor application
- Unanimously approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hospitality Subcommittee of the Hampton Senior Citizen Advisory Committee met and approved April meeting minutes. They decided that attendance sheets are not needed for subcommittee meetings, as minutes document attendance. Members will serve as hostesses at the Senior Expo on May 14, 2023, and will gather items for gift bags.
- Approved April meeting minutes
- Determined attendance sheets unnecessary for subcommittee meetings
- Members will serve as hostesses at Senior Expo on May 14, 2023
- Members will gather items for gift bags; Camilla will update Welcome Sheet
Board of Zoning Appeals Agendas and Minutes
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request from Gladstone and Michelle Phillips to reduce the required rear setback from 30.9 feet to 25 feet at 2774 Butternut Dr to allow construction of an addition to their single-family residence. The meeting also includes roll call, approval of prior minutes, and other items.
- Public hearing on variance request VA23-00002 for 2774 Butternut Dr to reduce rear setback from 30.9 to 25 feet for a home addition
- Roll call and approval of April 3, 2023 meeting minutes
The Board of Zoning Appeals deferred a hearing for a residential addition setback variance at the applicant's request. The Board also approved the minutes from the April 3, 2023 meeting.
- Approved April 3, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Deferred variance VA23-00002 for 2774 Butternut Drive to June 5, 2023 (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
War Memorial Stadium Advisory Board
The Peninsula Stadium Authority will hold its monthly meeting to approve minutes, hear the treasurer's report, and discuss several facility and event items. Topics include locker room renovations, ODU dugouts, commemorative coin events, a history wall, and updates from the Peninsula Pilots. New business includes a discussion on organizational structure for an upcoming meeting.
- Locker Room Renovations
- ODU Dugouts
- Commemorative Coin Event(s) and Recipients
- History Wall
- Peninsula Pilots Updates
The Board approved a request for the architect to rotate the locker room addition to minimize impacts on the sewer line and play areas. The Board also approved the April financial report and a reimbursement for bollard rentals. Discussions were held regarding the 75th anniversary event and stadium updates.
- Approved April 3 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved April treasurer's report showing $221,123 balance (Unanimous)
- Approved request for Woolpert to rotate locker room addition to minimize impact on play areas and sewer line (Unanimous)
- Approved $8,109 reimbursement to Community Baseball for three-month bollard rental (7-4)
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The committee approved several subcommittee reports, including a schedule of upcoming guest speakers and hospitality guidelines. It was decided that SCAC board members are ineligible for nomination for the annual awards.
- Approved April minutes as written (unanimous)
- Exempted SCAC board members from annual award nominations
- Accepted Annual Awards Event Subcommittee report
- Accepted Speaker’s Bureau subcommittee report
- Approved Senior Residential Living report as written
- Accepted Hospitality subcommittee report
- Accepted Mayor’s Town Hall subcommittee report
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
This is a meeting announcement for the Senior Residential Living Subcommittee of the Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee. The agenda contains only procedural details: the meeting time, date, and location. No specific decisions or discussion items are listed.
- Meeting on Monday, May 1, 2023 at 9:30 a.m.
- Location: Hampton Senior Center, 3501 Kecoughtan Road
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda contains no substantive items; it only directs readers to the city website for meeting agendas and packets. The meeting is procedural in nature with no decisions or discussions listed.
- No specific agenda items listed
Finance Committee
The Hampton Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting notes, hear presentations on real estate assessments and revenue projections, and discuss the application of tax revenue guidelines. The meeting includes time for committee member discussion, new business, and public comment.
- Approval of meeting summary notes from May 3, 2022
- Presentation on real estate assessment
- Presentation on revenue projections
- Discussion on application of tax revenue guidelines
The Finance Committee voted to apply the established tax revenue guidelines formula to determine the real estate tax rate for 2024. The committee also reviewed the FY24 Manager’s Recommended Budget and current real estate assessments.
- Approved May 3, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved application of tax revenue guidelines formula for final findings (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Hampton Coliseum Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Coliseum Citizens Advisory Committee is holding its monthly meeting, primarily to approve the minutes from the March 28, 2023 meeting and receive reports from the chairman and director. The agenda includes standard items such as old and new business, with no specific decisions or proposals listed. The next meeting is scheduled for May 23, 2023.
- Approval of minutes from March 28, 2023 meeting
- Chairman's report and announcements
- Director's report
- Old business and new business items
The committee held an informative session on increasing revenues through product branding. Following a discussion on procurement guidelines and the RFP process, the committee recommended pursuing a licensing relationship with a brewery.
- Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended pursuit of a licensing relationship with a brewery
Clean City Commission
The Bee City USA - Hampton Committee, a subcommittee of the Hampton Clean City Commission, is meeting to discuss and vote on participation in upcoming community events. They will finalize booth staffing and materials for the Mosaic Festival on April 22 and review plans for Creation Care Day on April 15. The agenda also includes approval of the March minutes and updates on 2023-2024 plans.
- Mosaic Festival on Saturday, April 22 at Mill Point Park: time slot commitments and booth items (demo hive, handouts, banner, totes)
- Creation Care Day at Fox Hill Central United Methodist Church on April 15: time commitments and table materials
- Approval of March 23, 2023 meeting minutes
- Discussion of 2023-2024 plans
- Public comment period
Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Planning Commission approved a resolution to commend the service of late Vice-Chair Michael Harper. The commission also approved the minutes from the February 16, 2023 meeting. A use permit application for a restaurant with live entertainment was discussed, but the provided text ends before a decision was recorded.
- Approved resolution honoring Vice-Chair Michael Harper (6-0)
- Approved February 16, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will review the Greater Peninsula Now 2023-2024 Strategic Framework and financial statements. The board will also hold a closed meeting regarding the acquisition or disposition of real property in the Coliseum Central and Phoebus areas.
- Presentation of the Greater Peninsula Now 2023-2024 Strategic Framework
- Review of EDA Loan & Grant Program Fund Balance Sheet as of March 31, 2023
- Closed meeting regarding real property in Coliseum Central and Phoebus areas
- Appointment(s) to the Peninsula Industrial Finance Corporation
- Report on NASA Awards Contract supporting Langley research services
The Economic Development Authority approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Hampton for bulkhead and infrastructure improvements at Rudd Lane. The board also delegated authority to the Transaction Committee to negotiate a term sheet for the former Quality Inn site.
- Approved MOU with City of Hampton for Rudd Lane bulkhead and infrastructure improvements (5-0)
- Delegated authority to Transaction Committee to approve nonbinding term sheet for former Quality Inn site development (5-0)
- Appointed James A. Peterson as Chair and Laura S. Sandford as Vice Chair for the remainder of 2023 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution recognizing L. Scott Seymour's eight years of service (5-0)
- Approved March 18, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Authority
The Nominating Committee will hold a closed meeting to consider candidates for appointment as officers of the Economic Development Authority. The meeting includes a session regarding Patricia Melochick.
- Closed meeting for consideration of candidates for EDA officer appointments
The Economic Development Authority Nominating Committee met to select officer candidates. The committee voted to present two names to the full EDA board for the remainder of the 2023 calendar year.
- Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Proposed James A. “Pete” Peterson as Chair (2-0)
- Proposed Laura S. Sandford as Vice Chair (2-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission's Clean & Green Workplaces Committee is holding a public meeting on April 18, 2023, at 3:00pm at the HCCC Office, 1296 Thomas Street. The agenda includes only routine items: welcome, roll call, approval of minutes, new business, old business/updates, and public comment. No specific decisions, proposals, or dollar amounts are listed.
- Meeting is open to the public
- Agenda includes approval of minutes
- No specific action items listed
Purchasing & Procurement Oversight Committee Agendas & Minutes
The Purchasing and Procurement Oversight Committee is meeting to discuss an availability study update. The agenda includes only this new business item, along with routine procedural matters such as roll call, announcements, public comments, and adjournment.
- Availability Study Update
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission (HCCC) is holding a public meeting to discuss Earth Day plans by school, recycling updates, and reports on various environmental activities. The agenda includes updates on the Environmental Arts Contest Committee, HCCC activities, a student-driven cleanup at Hampton HS, and a trash bash at Blue Bird Gap Farm involving Kecoughtan HS.
- Earth Day plans by school
- Report on Environmental Arts Contest Committee by Ashley Ault
- Recycling update by Betsy McAllister
- Participation in Hampton HS student-driven cleanup
- Update on Blue Bird Gap Farm - Kecoughtan HS Trash Bash (collect, clean, strip labels from #1, #3, #5 plastic)
Citizens' Unity Commission
The commission will review minutes from the March 9 meeting and recap recent community engagement events. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding Unity Awards and requests for volunteers for upcoming local events.
- Review and approval of March 9, 2023, meeting minutes
- Discussion of Unity Awards
- Volunteer requests for Walk In Their Shoes at Peninsula Town Center
- Volunteer requests for Mosaic Festival at Mill Point Park
- Volunteer requests for Reunion of Hope at Gosnold’s Hope Park
The Commission approved the meeting minutes from March 9, 2023. Members discussed the Unity Awards Ceremony and agreed to accept nominations until May 8, 2023.
- Approved meeting minutes for 3/9/2023
- Set Unity Awards nomination deadline for Monday, May 8
Mayors Committee for People with Disabilities
The Mayors Committee for People with Disabilities met to appoint a new registered agent and review financial reports. The committee also voted to approve funding requests for student scholarships and a national bowling tournament.
- Approved Rebecca Spurrier as the committee's registered agent
- Approved two $1,000 Julia E. Holloway Memorial Scholarships for high school students
- Approved $5,115.00 for the Insight Strikers Bowling League to attend a tournament in Kentucky
- Reviewed Treasurer's Report showing an ending balance of $56,909.85 as of March 31, 2023
- Discussed Hampton Coliseum accessibility and design limitations
The committee approved financial support for two high school scholarships and travel expenses for a bowling tournament. Members also designated a registered agent to ensure the committee remains in compliance with filing requirements.
- Approved Rebecca Spurrier to serve as registered agent
- Approved funding for two $1,000.00 Julia E. Holloway Memorial Scholarships for IEPCIL
- Approved $5,115.00 for Insight Strikers Bowling League to attend a national tournament
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda contains only a link to the city's website for meeting agendas and packets. No specific items are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or the details are provided elsewhere.
Electoral Board
The Hampton Electoral Board discussed changes to mailed-in ballot identification under HB1948, planned precinct visits to address ADA concerns, and reviewed administrative items like training and security checklists. The board also discussed recruiting more election officers.
- HB1948: mailed-in ballots no longer require witness signatures; voters use date of birth and last 4 of Social Security number
- ADA concerns at Thomas Precinct; precinct visits scheduled starting 4/17, 6/21, 6/22
- Security Check List must be signed by May 1, 2023
- Letter sent to City Manager about parking at Registrar's Office; follow-up if no response by 5/3
- Recruiting more Officers of Election; terms expire February 1, 2025
The Board accepted previous meeting notes and discussed new identification requirements for mailed-in ballots under HB1948. Members planned a series of precinct visits starting April 17 to evaluate voter safety and ADA accessibility. No formal votes were recorded for other items.
- Accepted notes from previous meeting
- Scheduled precinct visits for 4/17, 6/21, and 6/22 to prioritize ADA improvements
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting to approve minutes, receive updates from city departments and committees, and discuss upcoming volunteer events. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or funding allocations listed.
- Approval of February minutes
- Staff report and financial overview
- Updates from Beautification, Clean & Green Workplaces, Hampton Waterways Restoration Project, Litter & Recycling Awareness, and School Pride in Action committees
- Great American Cleanup Campaign, March 24-25, sites TBA – volunteers needed
- Walk Hampton Clean City Wide Community Cleanup, March 24-April 30 – volunteers needed
The commission approved the minutes from the February meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of status updates from various beautification, gardening, and environmental committees.
- Approved February meeting minutes
Hampton Federal Area Development Authority
The Hampton Federal Area Development Authority is meeting to hear reports and briefings on local federal installations, including updates on the F-22 FTU and ISR growth at Langley Air Force Base, JLUS/REPI acquisitions, roads, gate project, LaSalle Avenue, tree timber project, Fort Monroe, NASA, VMAC, and MAC. The agenda is primarily informational, with no new business or unfinished business listed.
- LAFB – F-22 FTU & ISR Growth update
- JLUS/REPI Acquisitions/Roads/Gate Project/LaSalle Avenue/Tree Timber Project update
- Fort Monroe – National Park Service update
- JBLE- P-4 Update by Jeree Grimes
- HRMFFA Update by Rick Dwyer
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission's Litter & Recycling Awareness Committee is meeting to discuss new business, including follow-up on business ideas to reduce litter, greeting card ideas, and plans for the April 22 Mosaic Festival. They will also discuss the Clean City Retreat and Keep America Beautiful updates. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes, and public comment.
- Follow-up on business ideas to reduce litter
- Discussion of greeting card ideas
- Planning for April 22 Mosaic Festival
- Clean City Retreat discussion
- Keep America Beautiful updates
Commission on the Arts
The Hampton Commission on the Arts is holding a regular meeting with standard agenda items including approval of minutes, chair and director reports, and new and old business. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda.
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
- Chair report
- Director's report
- New business
- Old business
Citizens Police Advisory Group
The Citizens Police Advisory Group is meeting to discuss gun violence statistics for the year-to-date. The agenda includes opening remarks, a discussion on this topic, and a question-and-answer period. The next meeting is scheduled for June 1, 2023.
- Discussion of gun violence year-to-date statistics
- Public Q&A session
- Next meeting set for June 1, 2023, at HPD Townsend Training Rm
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss new business including program proposal applications, a master plan update, and subcommittee discussions on programs, projects, and athletics. The board will also receive a department update from Director McCauley and hold open discussion.
- Review of program proposal applications
- Master Plan update discussion
- Subcommittee discussions on programs, projects, and athletics
- Department update from Director McCauley
Board of Zoning Appeals Agendas and Minutes
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance requests: two from Dennis & Elizabeth Sizemore to allow a commercial truck to be parked on a residential lot at 1686 Duke St, and one from James Hasson to allow a generator to encroach further into the rear yard at 321 Brightwood. The Sizemore items were rescheduled from the March 6 meeting due to insufficient board members present.
- VA22-00037: Request to increase commercial vehicle height limit from 6 ft 4 in to 13 ft 6 in at 1686 Duke St
- VA23-00001: Request to increase commercial vehicle length limit from 15 ft 7 in to 28 ft at 1686 Duke St
- VA23-00004: Request to increase mechanical equipment encroachment from 8 ft to 25.4 ft for a generator at 321 Brightwood
The Board of Zoning Appeals denied two variance requests for parking a commercial truck at 1686 Duke Street. The Board approved a variance for a generator installation at 321 Brightwood Ave. with staff recommended conditions.
- Approved March 6, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Denied variance VA22-00037 to increase commercial vehicle height limit to 13 feet 6 inches at 1686 Duke Street (5-0)
- Denied variance VA23-00001 to increase commercial vehicle length limit to 28 feet at 1686 Duke Street (5-0)
- Approved variance VA23-00004 to increase mechanical equipment encroachment to 25.4 feet for a generator at 321 Brightwood Ave. with staff conditions (4-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
War Memorial Stadium Advisory Board
The Peninsula Stadium Authority will hold its regular monthly meeting to approve minutes, hear the treasurer's report, and discuss several stadium projects. Key topics include locker room renovations, a June 6th event, a history wall, and updates from the Peninsula Pilots on fan installation and sponsor box improvements.
- Locker Room Renovation discussion
- June 6th Event planning
- History Wall project
- Peninsula Pilots updates: Fan Installation, Sponsor Box Improvements
The Peninsula Stadium Authority approved funding for bathroom AC units and turf installation in sponsor boxes. The board also authorized up to $5,000 for a 75th Anniversary event and reviewed locker room renovation updates.
- Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved March treasurer's report (unanimous)
- Approved up to $5,000 for 75th Anniversary event expenses (unanimous)
- Approved $10,000 reimbursement to Community Baseball for sponsor box turf installation (passed; Ruth abstained)
- Approved $14,000 reimbursement to Community Baseball for new bathroom AC units (unanimous)
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and reports, along with a presentation from Hampton Human Services. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.
- Presentation by Phyllis Palin, Adult Services Manager, Hampton Human Services
- Opening remarks by Dave McCauley, Director, PRLS
- Subcommittee reports
- Lead agency reports
- Public comment period
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee's Speakers Bureau Subcommittee is holding a regular meeting on April 3, 2023, at the Hampton Senior Center. The agenda includes call to order, roll call, approval of January minutes, subcommittee business, public comment, and adjournment. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.
- Meeting at Hampton Senior Center, 3501 Kecoughtan Road
- Approval of January minutes
- Public comment period
The committee approved the minutes from the January meeting. Members discussed a tentative speaker schedule through December 2023 and proposed creating committee liaisons to staff information tables at senior centers.
- Approved January meeting minutes
Electoral Board
The Hampton Electoral Board discussed and agreed to send a letter to the City Manager requesting parking spaces near the Registrar's Office for citizens. The board also held a closed session to discuss security matters before adjourning.
- Letter to City Manager about parking by Registrar's Office
- Request for parking spaces by the door for citizens
- Closed session on security matters
The Board agreed to send a letter to the City Manager to secure parking spaces by the door for citizens visiting the office. The board also held a closed session to discuss security matters.
- Agreed to send letter to City Manager regarding parking spaces by the Registrar's Office
Wetlands Board Agendas & Minutes
The Hampton Wetlands Board will hold a regular meeting on March 28, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers. The board will consider a proposal to use part of the in lieu of mitigation fund to continue supporting Hampton's participation in the Virginia Conservation Assistance Program for living shoreline creation in the upcoming fiscal year.
- Proposal to use in lieu of mitigation fund for living shoreline creation
- Continued support for Virginia Conservation Assistance Program
- Meeting at Hampton City Council Chambers, 8th floor, City Hall
The Wetlands Board recommended that the City Manager approve and City Council appropriate up to $10,000 from in-lieu fees and civil charges to support the City's participation in the Virginia Conservation Assistance Program (VCAP) for fiscal year 2024.
- Approved February 28, 2023 minutes (3-0-2)
- Recommended appropriation of up to $10,000 in in-lieu fees for VCAP participation in FY2024 (5-0-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Hampton Coliseum Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Coliseum Citizens Advisory Committee is holding its monthly meeting. The agenda is mostly routine, covering roll call, approval of minutes, and reports from the chairman and director, with one item of old business: an update on a Professional Box Lacrosse League.
- Discussion of Professional Box Lacrosse League under old business
- Approval of minutes from February 28, 2023 meeting
The committee discussed methods to maintain event bookings and revenue in the face of potential new market competition. Members reviewed operating profit models and discussed the possibility of increasing revenue through product branding.
- Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Clean City Commission
The Bee City USA - Hampton Committee, a subcommittee of the Hampton Clean City Commission, will meet to discuss and vote on volunteer time slots and booth materials for the Mosaic Festival on April 22 and Creation Care Day at Fox Hill Central United Methodist Church. They will also review plans for 2023-2024 and hear public comment.
- Mosaic Festival on April 22 at Mill Point Park: volunteer time slots and booth items (demo hive, handouts)
- Creation Care Day at Fox Hill Central United Methodist Church, 9 am-2 pm: time commitments and table materials
- Approval of February minutes
- 2023-2024 plans discussion
- Public comment period
Economic Development Authority
The Authority will review the Community Plan Draft Vision & Goals and a Virginia Tech AREC presentation. Members will also consider motions regarding the Phenix Commerce Center's workforce and SWaM participation plans.
- First Amendment to the Economic Development Incentive Grant Performance Agreement for Family Restoration Services “Home of Childrens’ Fitness Academy” LLC
- Phenix Commerce Center Workforce Development Plan approval
- Phenix Commerce Center SWaM Participation Plan approval
- EDA Loan/Grant Program Fund Balance Sheet as of February 28, 2023
- 757 Hampton Makerspace update
The Economic Development Authority approved the Workforce Development Plan and an amended SWaM Participation Plan for the Phenix Commerce Center. The board also approved a grant agreement amendment for Family Restoration Services. These approvals were noted as conditions for closing on the Virginia School Site property.
- Approved First Amendment to Economic Incentive Grant Performance Agreement for Family Restoration Services (4-0)
- Approved Phenix Commerce Center Workforce Development Plan dated February 8, 2023 (4-0)
- Approved Phenix Commerce Center SWaM Participation Plan dated March 15, 2023, as amended to require 'not less than 12%' minority business participation (4-0)
- Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved motion to move New Business before the EDA Loan & Grant Review Committee report (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Hampton Re-Entry Council
The Hampton Re-Entry Council met on March 21, 2023, to review January minutes and the case staffing process. A guest speaker from Trinity Family Services addressed the group. The council discussed new business items, including a March 28 meet and greet for community stakeholders and several scheduled events throughout 2023.
- Review of January meeting minutes
- Review of Case staffing process
- Guest Speaker from Trinity Family Services
- March 28 Meet and Greet for Community Stakeholders/Community Participants on VA Cares
- April Restoration of Rights & Voter Registration Event
The council clarified that case staffing meetings will be cancelled if no requests are received by the second week of the month. Members discussed upcoming initiatives including a meet-and-greet with VA Cares and a potential summer health fair.
- Established that case staffing meetings will be cancelled if no requests are received by the second week of the month
Citizens’ Engagement Advisory and Review Commission (CEARC)
The Citizens' Engagement Advisory and Review Commission (CEARC) will meet to approve minutes from January 31, 2023, and discuss commission bylaws. The main agenda items are a public safety update from Police Chief Mark Talbot and a presentation on addressing youth violence by Latiesha Handie and Hugo Morrison from Youth & Young Adult Opportunities. The meeting is scheduled for March 21, 2023, at the Ruppert Sargent Building.
- Public Safety Update by Chief Mark Talbot (HPD)
- Addressing Youth Violence by Latiesha Handie & Hugo Morrison
- Review and Approval of Meeting Minutes – January 31, 2023
- Commission Bylaws discussion
- Invitation to Hampton Diversity College Level I (classes begin May 3, 2023)
The commission approved the meeting minutes from January 31, 2023. Members received a presentation on the Hopeful Hampton Ambassador program for youth. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved January 31, 2023 meeting minutes
Animal Response Team Advisory Committee
The committee will review and approve minutes from January, hear reports from the City Manager and Animal Control, and discuss old business including a name change and bylaws amendments. New business includes planning for the Paws, Claws & Tails event. Public comment will be taken.
- Review and approval of January 19, 2023 meeting minutes
- City Manager's Report by Steven Bond
- Animal Control Report by Angie Taylor
- Follow-up on name change and bylaws amendments
- Discussion of Paws, Claws & Tails event
The committee approved the minutes from the January 19, 2023 meeting. Members discussed animal control staffing shortages, the impact of spay/neuter programs, and the challenges of managing stray animals. No action was taken on bylaws due to a lack of a super majority.
- Approved January 19, 2023 meeting minutes
Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Hampton Planning Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on planning-related items, including zoning matters and subdivision requests. The agenda contains procedural items and specific applications, though details are limited.
- Review of zoning applications
- Subdivision requests
- Planning commission procedural items
The joint meeting was held for City staff to brief the City Council and Planning Commission on potential regulatory approaches for short-term rentals. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda contains only a reference to where meeting agendas and packets can be found online. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed.
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission is holding a training and planning session. The agenda includes a presentation on a Cigarette Litter Prevention Grant, a review of past and future goals, and a discussion on community engagement tools like the See-Click-Fix program. This is a workshop-style meeting focused on commission operations and planning, not on specific city actions.
- Cigarette Litter Prevention Grant presentation by Tracey Leverty of Keep Virginia Beautiful
- See-Click-Fix program presentation by Asha Ellen and Paul Bronson of Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful
- Review of commission goals: past, present, and future
The commission held a reset retreat to review past and future goals. Members received a presentation on a $5,000 Keep America Beautiful Cigarette Litter Prevention Program Grant and discussed the 'See-Click-Fix' app. Participants selected individual 'Pick One – Do One' goals to lead.
- Awarded $5,000 KAB Cigarette Litter Prevention Program Grant
- Participants selected individual 'Pick One – Do One' goals for implementation
Neighborhood Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Hampton Neighborhood Commission is meeting to hear a briefing from the Hampton Clean City Commission on potential partnerships, and to receive committee status reports. No action items or public comments are listed, so the meeting is primarily informational and procedural.
- Briefing by Cynthia Harris and Wendy Iles on Hampton Clean City Commission partnerships
- Reminder of Hampton Roads Social Justice Conference April 10-12, 2023
- Committee status reports (Neighborhood Resource Review, Development & Training, Nominating, Youth Commission)
- Approval of February 13, 2023 meeting minutes
The commission approved the meeting minutes from March 13, 2023. No other voting items were presented. The meeting included reports on the Community Plan update and upcoming public meetings regarding the city budget and a proposal to relocate the historic carousel.
- Approved March 13, 2023 meeting minutes
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission's School Pride in Action Committee will meet to approve minutes, hear updates on Earth Day plans by school, and receive reports on the Environmental Arts Contest, recycling efforts at pilot schools, and participation in the Mosaic Festival and NASA eClips virtual Earth Day celebration. The meeting is public.
- Approval of January 12, 2023 minutes
- Earth Day plans by school
- Recycling update for pilot schools: Bethel HS, Hampton HS, Jones MMS, Kraft ES, Phillips ES
- NASA eClips activity for virtual Earth Day on April 18
- Blue Bird Gap Farm Trash Bash: collect #1, #3, #5 plastics
The committee reviewed the City of Hampton's 'Living with Water' initiative and discussed potential student engagement projects. Members coordinated a pilot recycling program for schools and planned an environmental arts contest.
- Approved November 10, 2022 minutes
- Decided individual art teachers will determine entries for the environmental arts contest
- Established a pilot recycling program where Public Works will monitor totes for contamination
- Agreed to donate cleaned #1, #3, and #5 plastics to Kecoughtan HS
Citizens' Unity Commission
The Citizens' Unity Commission will review January meeting minutes, recap the Movie Talks event, and discuss the Hampton 2040 plan. Action items include sub-committee breakouts and a Unity Awards discussion. New business covers a Hampton Health Equity discussion and PPE packing.
- Review and approval of meeting minutes from January 12, 2023
- Movie Talks recap
- Hampton 2040 status update
- Unity Awards discussion
- Hampton Health Equity discussion and PPE packing
The Commission approved the meeting minutes from January 12, 2023. Members provided feedback on the Hampton 2040 Community Plan strategic priority groups. Several action items and new business discussions were deferred to the next meeting.
- Approved meeting minutes for 1/12/2023
- Deferred Sub-Committee Break Outs to next meeting
- Deferred Unity Awards Discussion to next meeting
- Deferred Hampton Health Equity Discussion/PPE Packing to next meeting
Mayors Committee for People with Disabilities
The Hampton Mayor's Committee for People with Disabilities is meeting to discuss routine business including approval of previous minutes, treasurer's report, and liaison updates from city departments and schools. Subcommittees on accessibility, awards luncheon, education, legislation, publicity, and transportation will provide updates.
- Approval of February 9, 2023 minutes
- Liaison reports from City Manager's Office, Parks & Recreation, Hampton City Schools
- Subcommittee updates on Accessibility, Awards Luncheon, Education, Legislation, Publicity, Transportation
The committee voted to stop using bulk mail for its newsletter in favor of digital distribution via Facebook and the city website. The committee also approved the February 12, 2023, minutes and the January treasurer's report.
- Approved February 12, 2023 minutes
- Approved January 31, 2023 treasurer's report (Ending Balance: $54,209.85)
- Approved motion to stop bulk mail and disseminate newsletter via Facebook and website
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Waterways Restoration Project Committee is meeting to discuss a possible display or activity for the Mosaic Festival, continue revising webpage information and display boards, and receive updates on completed QR cards and upcoming cleanups. The agenda includes routine business and public comment.
- Discussion of possible HWRP display or activity for Mosaic Festival
- Revision of HWRP information/QR cards completed for print
- Upcoming cleanups: Feb 25 at Lake Hampton-Waterwalk Park, Mar 25 at Blue Bird Gap Farm, Apr 15 at Newmarket Creek
- Continue revising webpage information and display boards
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda contains only a reference to the city website where meeting agendas and packets are posted. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed in the provided text.
- No specific agenda items provided in the text
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The board will review an update to the Master Plan and hold subcommittee discussions regarding programs, projects, and athletics. Director McCauley will also provide a department update.
- Master Plan Update
- Subcommittee discussion on Programs, Special Events, Projects, and Athletics
- Department Update from Director McCauley
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meeting scheduled for 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 7, 2023, is cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.
- Meeting cancellation notice
Board of Zoning Appeals Agendas and Minutes
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a work session and regular meeting on March 6, 2023. The main items are two public hearings on requests by Dennis & Elizabeth Sizemore to increase the allowed height and length of a commercial vehicle parked on a residential lot at 1686 Duke St, to accommodate a commercial truck in the rear yard.
- VA22-00037: Increase max commercial vehicle height on residential lot from 6 ft 4 in to 13 ft 6 in at 1686 Duke St
- VA23-00001: Increase max commercial vehicle length on residential lot from 15 ft 7 in to 28 ft at 1686 Duke St
- Public hearings on both requests
- Approval of minutes from February 6, 2023 meeting
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved the February 6, 2023 meeting minutes. Two variance requests regarding the height and length of a commercial vehicle at 21686 Duke Street were deferred to a future meeting at the applicant's request.
- Approved February 6, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Deferred VA22-00037 commercial vehicle height variance (3-0)
- Deferred VA23-00001 commercial vehicle length variance (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
War Memorial Stadium Advisory Board
The Peninsula Stadium Authority will hold its monthly meeting to approve minutes, hear the treasurer's report, and discuss several facility items including locker room renovation, parking lot gates, and commemorative coins. The board will also review a history wall proposal and updates on ODU, dugouts, and the Peninsula Pilots.
- Locker Room Renovation
- Parking Lot Gates
- Commemorative Coins / History Museum
- History Wall Proposal
- ODU / Dugouts and Peninsula Pilots updates
The board accepted the February meeting minutes and the February treasurer's report. Members conducted a stadium walkaround to review drainage, turf, and locker room layouts. No formal votes were taken on pending renovation or expansion projects.
- Approved February 6 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved February treasurer's report showing balance of $252,027 (unanimous)
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine items like roll call, approval of February minutes, and subcommittee and lead agency reports, plus a presentation on kidney disease prevention. Public comment is also scheduled.
- Presentation by Wallace Green, Jr. on Health & Awareness Kidney Disease Prevention
- Opening remarks by Dave McCauley, Director, PRLS
- Approval of February meeting minutes
- Public comment period
Clean City Commission
The Litter & Recycling Awareness Committee, a subcommittee of the Hampton Clean City Commission, will meet to discuss and vote on new business items, including incentives for businesses to reduce litter, advertising for a greeting card project, and a possible display at the April 22 Mosaic Festival. They will also receive updates on upcoming community cleanups at two fire stations. Public comment will be heard.
- Vote on incentives for businesses to reduce litter on their property
- Discuss venues to advertise need for new, unused greeting cards for Hampton Nursing Homes
- Possible LRAC display or activity at April 22 Mosaic Festival at Mill Point Park
- Promote 'Keep Hampton Litter-Free in 2023' on marquees for Earth Day (April 22)
- Updates on community cleanups: Northampton Fire Station #6 (Feb 25) and Willow Oaks Fire Station #7 (Mar 4)
Electoral Board
The Hampton Electoral Board met and voted to delegate the absentee function and the authority to print ballots for all 2023 elections to the Registrar's office. The board also continued planning a letter requesting designated parking for voters, discussed an "I Voted" sticker contest, and went into closed session on election security. A follow-up meeting is scheduled for March 29 to further discuss election security.
- Motion passed to delegate absentee function and ballot printing authority to Registrar's office for all 2023 elections
- Letter to City Manager requesting designated parking spaces for voters and visitors
- Discussion of "I Voted" sticker contest with possible early voting and Election Day stickers
- Closed session held on Election Security
- Next meeting set for March 29, 2023, to discuss Election Security
The board approved delegating the absentee function and the authority to print ballots for all 2023 elections to the Registrar’s office. The board also discussed a request for designated parking at the Registrar's office and a student sticker contest.
- Delegated absentee function and authority to print 2023 ballots to Registrar’s office (Passed)
Hampton Coliseum Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Coliseum Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to review routine items and discuss two topics: the Professional Box Lacrosse League and the impact of proposed regional arenas. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and reports from the chairman and director.
- Discussion of Professional Box Lacrosse League
- Discussion of impact of proposed regional arenas
- Approval of minutes from January 24, 2023 meeting
The committee approved the minutes from the January 24, 2023 meeting. Members discussed the potential impact of a planned arena in Richmond on the Coliseum's business and schedule.
- Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda contains only a link to the city's website where meeting agendas and packets are posted. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed in the provided text.
- No specific agenda items listed in the provided text
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will consider a first amendment to a development agreement with Hampton Land Developer GP, LLC to authorize limited tree removal. The board will also receive a CIP presentation, a loan and grant review, and an economic development department report.
- Motion to approve First Amendment to development agreement with Hampton Land Developer GP, LLC for limited tree removal
- CIP presentation by Rebecca Spurrier
- EDA Loan & Grant Review Committee report
- Status report on EDA matters
The Economic Development Authority approved a facade improvement grant for a property on E. Queens Way and authorized limited tree removal for the Hampton Roads Center North project. The board also reviewed the FY2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan and received updates on Sportsplex security upgrades.
- Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved $1,739 Facade Improvement Grant for Bensam Group, Inc. at 47 E. Queens Way (4-0)
- Approved First Amendment to Development Agreement with Hampton Land Developer GP, LLC for limited tree removal (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Clean City Commission
The Clean & Green Workplaces Committee of the Hampton Clean City Commission is meeting to discuss and vote on a nominee for the 1st Quarter Clean Business Forum, including breakfast arrangements and participant costs. They will also discuss how to promote and educate the public about new recycling regulations. The meeting is open to the public.
- Discussion and voting on a nominee for the 1st Quarter Clean Business Forum
- Arrangements and cost for the Clean Business Forum breakfast
- Discussion on promoting and educating about new recycling regulations
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission is meeting publicly on February 16, 2023. The agenda includes routine items like roll call and approval of minutes, plus discussion and voting on upcoming events: the annual report due at the end of February, World Bee Day on May 20, and Pollinator Week in June. Old business covers 2023–2024 plans and the pollinator bed at the farmers market.
- Annual report due end of February
- World Bee Day on Sat., May 20 at the Farmers Market
- Pollinator Week June 19–25 at the BBFM
- 2023–2024 plans discussion
- BBGF pollinator bed by sign – April & George
Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Planning Commission recommended that City Council approve a use permit for a vehicle storage facility and a height increase for a communication tower. The commission also approved the minutes from the January 19, 2023 meeting.
- Approved January 19, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)
- Recommended approval of Use Permit 22-00009 for Eddie Bowen Inc. storage facility (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Use Permit 22-00023 for Crown Castle USA tower height increase (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Town and Gown Committee
The committee approved the minutes from the January 10, 2023 meeting with one correction regarding the FLEX Program. Members shared updates on upcoming community events, school board searches, and university inaugurations. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes with correction to FLEX Program expansion (All in favor)
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission is meeting to discuss and vote on proposals including a rain barrel workshop with the Phoebus Partnership, the Hampton Mosaic Festival, and a board retreat. The agenda also includes committee and partner updates, plus announcements of upcoming events and volunteer opportunities.
- Phoebus Partnership Rain Barrel Workshop Proposal (D)
- Hampton Mosaic Festival (D)
- Board Retreat (D)
- Approval of January Minutes
- Staff Report & Financial Overview
The commission approved the January meeting minutes. The session primarily consisted of updates regarding upcoming community cleanups, the Mosaic Festival on April 22, and various beautification projects.
- Approved January minutes as written (unanimous)
Neighborhood Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Hampton Neighborhood Commission will consider approving revisions to the Neighborhood Development Fund Grant Program, including changes to the maximum award amount, definitions, and application process. The meeting also includes a director's report on the Hampton Roads Social Justice Conference, public input, committee updates, and briefings on the Capital Improvement Plan and grant program overview.
- Vote on Neighborhood Development Fund Grant Policy revisions (agenda item IV.A)
- Briefing on Capital Improvement Plan by Budget Office
- Briefing on Grant Program Overview by Resource Review Committee
- Discussion of Hampton Roads Social Justice Conference (April 10-12, 2023)
- Public input period for residents to address the commission
The commission approved revisions to the NDF Grant Policy, noting that legal may require further administrative changes for implementation. The body also approved the meeting minutes from February 9, 2023.
- Approved NDF Grant Policy revisions
- Approved Feb 9, 2023 meeting minutes
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority's Loan and Grant Review Committee is meeting to consider a Hampton Revolving Loan & Grant Fund Downtown Retail Grant for Bensam Group, Inc. at 47 E. Queens Way. The committee will also review financial statements and fund balances. No other substantive business is listed.
- Review of a loan/grant application from Bensam Group, Inc. for 47 E. Queens Way under the Downtown Retail Grant program
- Approval of minutes from January 5, 2023
- Review of EDA Old Point Wealth Management Statement of Account (Dec 1-31, 2022)
- Review of Local Government Investment Pool Investor Statement (Dec 1-30, 2022)
- Review of EDA Loan/Grant Program Fund Balance as of December 31, 2022
The Loan and Grant Review Committee approved a facade improvement grant for Bensam Group, Inc. The committee also reviewed financial statements and discussed potential updates to grant program naming and payment methods.
- Approved January 5, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved $1,739 facade improvement grant for Bensam Group, Inc. at 47 E. Queens Way (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Citizens' Unity Commission
The commission will hold a special call meeting including a rally and carpool to the Hampton Community Townhomes (Seldendale) for community canvassing.
- Community canvassing at Hampton Community Townhomes (Seldendale)
The commission held a special call meeting focused on community outreach. Members traveled to the Hampton Community Townhomes (Seldendale) for canvassing activities.
Mayors Committee for People with Disabilities
The Hampton Mayor's Committee for People with Disabilities is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of January 12 minutes, a treasurer's report, liaison reports, and updates from six subcommittees covering accessibility, awards, education, legislation, publicity, and transportation. The meeting also includes old business, new business, and public comment.
- Approval of January 12, 2023 meeting minutes
- Treasurer's Report
- Liaison reports from City Manager's Office, Parks & Recreation, and Hampton City Liaison
- Subcommittee reports: Accessibility, Awards Luncheon, Education, Legislation, Publicity/Public Awareness, Transportation
- Public comment period for guests
The committee approved the FY23 treasurer's report and voted to end bulk mailings of the newsletter in favor of digital distribution. Members discussed accessibility concerns at local businesses and the process for reinstating the committee's foundation.
- Approved January 12, 2023 minutes
- Approved FY23 treasurer's report ending balance of $54,209.85
- Approved motion to stop bulk mail newsletter and use Facebook and website instead
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda contains no substantive items; it only directs residents to the city website for meeting agendas and packets. The meeting itself is not described in the provided text.
- No specific agenda items listed
Electoral Board
The board approved seven new Officers of Election and discussed upcoming deadlines for locality election security standards, including a March 1 checklist and a May 1 acknowledgment. They also addressed public access to meeting information and parking issues at the Registrar's Office.
- Seven new Officers of Election approved: Melissa Caver, Daisy Wilder (Democratic); Kevin Crehan, Gloria Rudisill, Fred Everett, Jim Goff (Republican); Daniela Greenberg (Unaffiliated), term expiring February 2025
- Election security standards: checklist due March 1, remediation plan due April 1, acknowledgment due May 1; closed session planned
- Board will request designated parking spaces from City Manager due to Sheriff's office vehicles filling the lot
- Discussion of an 'I Voted' sticker contest with Hampton City Schools; draft rules to be created
- Pre-election meeting for candidates and campaigns to be scheduled before next election
The Board approved seven new Officers of Election for terms expiring in February 2025. Members discussed the 'I Voted' sticker contest, ADA form priority lists, and upcoming election security standard reviews. The Board also planned to request designated parking for the Registrar's Office from the City Manager.
- Approved seven new Officers of Election (Melissa Caver, Daisy Wilder, Kevin Crehan, Gloria Rudisill, Fred Everett, Jenny Goff, Daniela Greenberg)
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting with routine business, including approving January minutes. New business includes a Resilient Hampton presentation, board member updates on site visits, and subcommittee discussions on programs, projects, and athletics. The department director will give an update, followed by open discussion.
- Approval of January 3, 2023 minutes
- Resilient Hampton presentation
- Subcommittee discussions on programs, projects, athletics
- Department update from Director McCauley
Board of Zoning Appeals Agendas and Minutes
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a work session and regular meeting on February 6, 2023. The main business is three public hearing items, all from Francis Horne, Jr., requesting variances to reduce setback requirements for a new accessory structure at 329 Center St. The board will also take up roll call, approve minutes, and consider other items.
- VA22-00026: reduce minimum side yard setback from 5 ft to 2.3 ft at 329 Center St
- VA22-00027: reduce total side yard setback from 12.5 ft to 5.9 ft at 329 Center St
- VA22-00036: reduce rear yard setback from 26.8 ft to 5.5 ft at 329 Center St
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
War Memorial Stadium Advisory Board
The Peninsula Stadium Authority will hold its monthly meeting to review financial reports, discuss facility projects including locker room renovations and a proposed clubhouse, and evaluate the 2022 baseball season. Updates on parking lot gates, commemorative coins, and the Peninsula Pilots will also be presented.
- Locker Room Renovation and Proposed Clubhouse
- Parking Lot Gates and Barricades
- Commemorative Coins / History Museum
- Discussion of 2022 Baseball Season Evaluation
- Peninsula Pilots Updates: Fan Installation, Wind Screen Status
The Peninsula Stadium Authority voted to cancel plans for a clubhouse design. The board also authorized staff to begin the procurement process for bookkeeping services and approved the January treasurer's report.
- Approved January 9 and January 17 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved January treasurer's report showing $257,265 balance (unanimous)
- Approved remote participation of member Sallie Marchello (unanimous)
- Authorized Treasurer and Secretary to support bookkeeping procurement process (unanimous)
- Voted not to pursue the design of a clubhouse (unanimous)
- Reached consensus to proceed with Woolpert locker room design based on specific material and HVAC feedback
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to conduct routine business, including roll call, approving minutes, and receiving reports. A presentation by the Resiliency Officer on Resilient Hampton is scheduled, along with subcommittee and lead agency reports, and public comment.
- Presentation by Carolyn Heaps-Pecaro, Resiliency Officer, on Resilient Hampton
- Approval of January meeting minutes
- Subcommittee structure and reports
- Lead agency reports
- Public comment period
The committee unanimously approved the January meeting minutes. The session featured a presentation on the Resilient Hampton initiative and updates on upcoming city events and senior services.
- Approved January minutes (unanimous)
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority's Loan and Grant Review Committee will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, review financial statements for December 2022, and consider a new Downtown Retail Grant application from Bensam Group, Inc. for 47 E. Queens Way.
- Approval of minutes from January 5, 2023
- Review of EDA Old Point Wealth Management Statement of Account (Dec 2022)
- Review of Local Government Investment Pool Statement (Dec 2022)
- Review of EDA Loan/Grant Program Fund Balance as of December 31, 2022
- New Business: Hampton Revolving Loan & Grant Fund Downtown Retail Grant for Bensam Group, Inc. at 47 E. Queens Way
Citizens Police Advisory Group
The Citizens Police Advisory Group is meeting to hear a presentation by Capt. Brian Coleman on Professional Standards and Internal Affairs, followed by questions and answers. The agenda is otherwise routine, with opening and closing remarks and scheduling of the next meeting.
- Presentation by Capt. Brian Coleman on Professional Standards / Internal Affairs
- Next meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 6, 2023, 6pm at HPD Townsend Training Rm
Citizens’ Engagement Advisory and Review Commission (CEARC)
The Citizens’ Engagement Advisory and Review Commission (CEARC) is meeting to approve minutes from three prior meetings, review its bylaws, hold officer elections, and gather community observations. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of meeting minutes from May 17, 2022, September 24, 2022, and November 15, 2022
- Review of Commission Bylaws
- Officer Elections
- Community Observations
The Commission elected new leadership to serve until January 2025 and approved minutes from three 2022 meetings. Members discussed community safety perceptions and the relationship between law enforcement and residents.
- Approved meeting minutes for May 17, September 24, and November 15, 2022
- Elected Ryan Kotrch as Chair until January 2025 (unanimous)
- Elected Jasmine Luckey as Vice Chair until January 2025 (unanimous)
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda provides only a link to the City Council meeting agendas and packets on the city website. No specific items are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or the details are not included in this document.
Wetlands Board Agendas & Minutes
The Hampton Wetlands Board will hold a regular meeting on January 24, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers. The main item is a joint permit application to install riprap revetment along a failing bulkhead at 3808 Chesapeake Ave. A site visit is scheduled for January 17, 2023, at 4:00 p.m.
- Joint Permit Application 2022-2207: Loretta Parham, 3808 Chesapeake Ave (LRSN: 2002617)
- Request to install ~990 sq ft of riprap revetment along 100 linear feet of shoreline
- Project addresses failing concrete bulkhead and erosion; impacts intertidal wetlands
- Site visit: Jan 17, 2023, 4:00 p.m. at 3808 Chesapeake Ave
The Board approved a permit to install riprap revetment to protect a shoreline from erosion. The Board also held elections for its leadership positions and accepted previous meeting minutes.
- Re-elected Jeff Amick as Chair (6-0)
- Elected Rich Foley as Vice-Chair (5-1)
- Approved August 23, 2022 minutes (4-0, 2 abstentions)
- Approved Joint Permit Application 2022-2207 for 990 sq ft of riprap revetment at 3808 Chesapeake Ave with ten conditions (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Hampton Coliseum Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Coliseum Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting for its regular monthly session. The agenda consists of standard procedural items including roll call, approval of prior minutes, and reports from the chairman and director, with no specific action items or public hearings listed.
- Approval of minutes from November 22, 2022 meeting
- Chairman's report and announcements
- Director's report
- Old business and new business discussion
The committee approved the minutes from the November 22, 2022 meeting. Members discussed recommendations for the Professional Box Lacrosse League following a January 6, 2022 game, which Director Terri Vander Vennet will pass to the league.
- Approved November 22, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Animal Response Team Advisory Committee
The Hampton Animal Control Advisory Committee is holding its organizational meeting for 2023, including electing officers and reviewing the minutes from July 2022. The agenda includes reports from the City Manager and Animal Control, plus discussions on old business such as a name change/bylaws amendment, the Paws, Claws & Tails event, and a dangerous dogs code amendment. No quorum was present for the September and November 2022 meetings.
- Election of officers
- Review of minutes from July 21, 2022
- Discussion of name change and bylaws amendments
- Paws, Claws & Tails event discussion
- Dangerous dogs code amendment discussion
The committee approved amendments to the dangerous dog code to align city regulations with state standards. Members also agreed to hold the Paws, Claws & Tails event at Sandy Bottom Nature Park in early fall. Officers for the committee were elected and previous meeting minutes were approved.
- Approved redlined dangerous dog code amendments to meet state standards
- Elected Andy Anderson (Chair), Sharon Bilyj (Vice Chair), and Victoria Wineland (Secretary)
- Approved July 21, 2022 meeting minutes
- Agreed to hold Paws, Claws & Tails event at Sandy Bottom Nature Park in early fall
Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Hampton Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four applications, including a major rezoning and use permit for the former Lincoln Park Housing Development site, and a rezoning and use permit for the Hampton Yacht Club marina. The commission will also receive a Capital Improvement Plan briefing from the city budget office and hear a Youth Planner report. The Lincoln Park items were deferred from the December 2022 meeting to finalize proffers.
- Rezoning 22-00008: 16 properties (~22.78 acres) at LaSalle Ave/West Pembroke Ave, West Pembroke Ave/West Queen St, West Queen St/Michigan Dr from R-M to DT-1 for ~380 multifamily units, 118 townhomes, 6,000 sq ft commercial
- Use Permit 22-00001: multifamily dwellings at same Lincoln Park site, in conjunction with rezoning 22-00008
- Rezoning 22-00011: 3 properties (~0.50 acres) at eastern terminus of Victoria Blvd (4709, 4710 Victoria Blvd) from R-13/DT-2 to DT-2 for marina
- Use Permit 22-00020: marina at 4709, 4710, 4712 Victoria Blvd, in conjunction with rezoning 22-00011
- Capital Improvement Plan Briefing by City of Hampton Budget Office
The Commission recommended approval of a rezoning for a mixed-use development at the former Lincoln Park Housing site, though it recommended denying the associated use permit. It also recommended approval of a rezoning and use permit for the Hampton Yacht Club's site improvements.
- Recommended approval of Rezoning Application No. 22-00008 for Olde Hampton Village Developers, LLC (6-0)
- Recommended denial of Use Permit Application No. 22-00011 for Olde Hampton Village Developers, LLC (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Rezoning Application No. 22-00011 for Hampton Yacht Club, Inc. (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Use Permit Application No. 22-00018 for Hampton Yacht Club, Inc. (6-0)
- Approved December 15, 2022 meeting minutes as corrected (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Purchasing & Procurement Oversight Committee Agendas & Minutes
The Purchasing and Procurement Oversight Committee is meeting to discuss new business items, including a small business plan update, a City Council memorandum on procurement for SWaM certified businesses, and an availability study. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with call to order, roll call, announcements, public comments, and adjournment.
- Small Business Plan Update
- City Council Memorandum — A Plan for Procurement — SWaM Certified Business
- Availability Study
Electoral Board
The Board approved its monthly meeting schedule and elected Rebecca Winn as Chairman, Tom Harmon as Vice Chairman, and Matt Scott as Secretary. Members discussed future plans for an 'I Voted' sticker contest and the review of ADA forms to benefit disabled voters.
- Election of officers: Rebecca (Chairman), Tom (Vice Chairman), and Matt (Secretary)
- Establishment of monthly meeting schedule at the Registrar’s Office
- Planning of 'I Voted' sticker contest with submissions due by May 19
- Review of ADA forms to request changes benefiting disabled voters
The board appointed its officers for the year and established a monthly meeting schedule. Members agreed to use .gov email addresses and proceed with an "I Voted" sticker contest for students.
- Approved previous minutes with the deletion of John Golda from 11/21/22 minutes
- Appointed Rebecca as Chairman, Tom as Vice Chairman, and Matt as Secretary
- Established monthly meeting schedule for 2023
- Agreed to use .gov email addresses for all board members
- Approved proceeding with "I Voted" sticker contest with submissions due May 19
Economic Development Authority
The Hampton Economic Development Authority will consider a $89,829 grant agreement with StartWheel to operate the REaKTOR, and motions to enter into tree removal agreements for the NorthPoint, Manekin, and Quality Inn sites due to a new federal endangered species rule. The board will also review a design for NP Hampton Commerce Center, LLC, and hold a closed session to discuss real property acquisition. Several committee reports and a motion to ratify a land-disturbing permit amendment for 750 Shell Road are on the agenda.
- Motion to enter into tree removal agreements for NorthPoint, Manekin, and Quality Inn sites due to northern long-eared bat endangered species rule
- Motion to approve $89,829 grant agreement with StartWheel for REaKTOR operations through June 30, 2023
- NP Hampton Commerce Center, LLC design review
- Motion to ratify signature on First Amendment to Development Agreement for 750 Shell Road
- Motion to approve Hampton Grant Applicant Information & Application Form Revisions to Guidelines
The Economic Development Authority approved funding for StartWheel to operate REaKTOR and ratified the building design for NP Hampton Commerce Center. The board also updated grant application guidelines and recognized the service of Secretary/Treasurer Charles E. Rigney, Sr.
- Approved $89,829 for StartWheel to manage and operate REaKTOR for remainder of FY23 (7-0)
- Approved building design and site plan for NP Hampton Commerce Center, LLC (7-0)
- Ratified Chair's signature on Land Disturbing Permit and Development Agreement amendment for 750 Shell Road (7-0)
- Approved Hampton Grant Applicant Information & Application Form Guidelines (7-0)
- Approved December 20, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved Resolution recognizing service of Charles E. Rigney, Sr. (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Authority
The EDA Nominating Committee is meeting to consider candidates for appointment as officers of the Economic Development Authority. The committee will hold a closed meeting under Virginia law for this purpose, with 15 minutes allotted for Patricia Melochick's consideration. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from January 18, 2022.
- Closed meeting to consider candidates for EDA officer appointments (Patricia Melochick - 15 minutes)
- Approval of minutes from January 18, 2022
The Nominating Committee met to approve previous minutes and hold a closed session to consider officer candidates. The committee voted to present a slate of five officers to the Economic Development Authority board for the 2023 calendar year.
- Approved January 18, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved motion to enter closed meeting (2-0)
- Approved motion to conclude closed meeting (2-0)
- Approved presenting L. Scott Seymour (Chair), James A. “Pete” Peterson (Vice-Chair), Steven L. Lynch (Secretary/Treasurer), Michael A. Yaskowsky (Assistant Secretary), and Thomas A. O’Grady (Assistant Treasurer) to the EDA board (2-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission's Clean & Green Workplaces Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on items including the Clean Business Forum Award, recruiting award nominees, a window cling design for winners, and public education on recycling and yard waste. They will also consider developing a Survey Monkey poll and discuss the upcoming Clean Business Forum in March. The meeting is public.
- Discuss Clean Business Forum Award and last-minute details for Pac 'N' Mail event on the 20th
- Recruit award nominees, e.g., new car wash on Mercury Blvd
- Review draft design for window cling for award winners
- Discuss public education on recycling and yard waste; consider Survey Monkey poll
- Discuss Clean Business Forum to be held in Hampton in March
The commission approved a motion to invite Chris Simmonds as the guest speaker for the Clean Business Forum breakfast on March 22, 2023. Members discussed award nominations and a proposed citizen survey regarding recycling and waste disposal.
- Approved motion to ask Chris Simmonds to be guest speaker for March 22 forum
Hampton Re-Entry Council
The Hampton Re-Entry Council is meeting to discuss future community events, including a meet-and-greet, a health fair, and a juvenile symposium, as well as the 2023 meeting and case staffing schedule. The agenda also includes a presentation on the 211 service by Brittany Boyd and open floor for questions.
- Future Meet & Greet Location
- January 2023 VACares in Newport News, VA
- Committee volunteer requests for Health Fair 2023
- Committee volunteer request for 'I am My Brother's Keeper' juvenile symposium 2023
- Presentation on 211 by Brittany Boyd
The Council set a 2023 calendar alternating between regular council meetings and case staffing meetings. Members discussed upcoming volunteer needs for a Health Fair, Juvenile Symposium, and a voter registration drive.
- Established 2023 meeting schedule alternating council and case staffing meetings
- Set next meeting for February 21, 2023, for Case Staffing
War Memorial Stadium Advisory Board
The Peninsula Stadium Authority held a special meeting on January 17, 2023, to discuss the design for locker room renovations and a proposed clubhouse at War Memorial Stadium. The agenda consisted solely of a design discussion, with no votes, contracts, or final decisions recorded in the document.
- Design discussion for locker room renovation
- Design discussion for proposed clubhouse
The Peninsula Stadium Authority met to discuss locker room renovations and clubhouse design. The board unanimously approved a motion for the architect to explore adding more access points to the home and visitor locker rooms. Other design preferences regarding durability, drainage, and the screen wall were noted for the architect's consideration.
- Approved motion for architect to explore additional access to each locker room (unanimous)
Purchasing & Procurement Oversight Committee Agendas & Minutes
The Economic Development Authority of Hampton, Virginia will discuss financial reports, a status report on EDA matters, and the 2022 Start Peninsula Annual Report. They will also hold a closed session to discuss real property acquisition or disposition in the Coliseum Central area. The committee will vote on agreements for tree removal at NorthPoint, Manekin, and Quality Inn sites, and on ratifying a land disturbing permit and development agreement for 750 Shell Road.
- Motion to enter into tree removal agreements for NorthPoint, Manekin, and Quality Inn sites due to new federal rule on northern long-eared bat
- Motion to ratify Chair's signature on Land Disturbing Permit and First Amendment to Development Agreement with NP Hampton Commerce Center, LLC for 750 Shell Road
- Motion to approve Hampton Grant Applicant Information & Application Form Revisions
- Closed session for discussion of real property acquisition or disposition in Coliseum Central area
- Review of EDA Local Government Investment Pool statement and Loan/Grant Program Fund Balance Sheet
Economic Development Authority
The Hampton Economic Development Authority Advisory Committee will meet to review a proposed conceptual site plan and building elevations for the redevelopment of the former Virginia School site on Shell Road by NP Hampton Commerce Center, LLC. The committee will also consider approval of minutes from its March 18, 2022 meeting.
- Review of conceptual site plan and building elevations for the former Virginia School site on Shell Road by NP Hampton Commerce Center, LLC
- Approval of minutes from March 18, 2022 meeting
The Authority Advisory Committee recommended the EDA board approve the building design and site plan for the NP Hampton project. The plans were previously approved by City Council during the rezoning process and remain unmodified.
- Approved March 18, 2022 meeting minutes
- Recommended approval of NP Hampton building design and site plan (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Citizens' Unity Commission
The Citizens' Unity Commission will review and approve previous meeting minutes, discuss action items including CUC Bylaws, absenteeism, and a Movie Talks date, and hear new business on the Hampton Health Equity Initiative and the Hampton 2040 Community Plan Update. The meeting also includes announcements about a Health and Wellness Resource Fair and a Black Catholic history event.
- Discussion of the Hampton Health Equity Initiative and Healthier Communities grant
- Update on the Hampton 2040 Community Plan
- Action items: CUC Bylaws, absenteeism, Movie Talks date selection
- Health and Wellness Resource Fair on January 13-14 at Hampton Roads Convention Center
- Why Black Catholic History Matters event on January 21 at Immaculate Conception Church
Hampton Employees Retirement System Board
The Hampton Employees' Retirement System Board heard a Graystone investment presentation covering 2022 market declines and a 2023 outlook, reviewed the November 2022 financial report showing a $344,268 decrease in net position, and approved the previous meeting's minutes. The board also reviewed the final 2023 HERS newsletter for printing.
- November 2022 net position decreased $344,268, with total net position at $119,040,312
- Investment income for November 2022 was $5.4 million; annuities paid to retirees totaled $6.3 million
- 2022 S&P 500 down 18.1%; Bloomberg US Aggregate down 13% for the year
- Graystone projects 2023 stocks up 2-3% and bonds up about 4%
- Board discussed requesting a summary page from investment consultants for future presentations
The Board reviewed investment performance for the quarter ending December 31, 2022, and the month-end report for November 2022. Members discussed the 2023 newsletter and the need for a summary page for future consultant presentations. A closed session was held to discuss Board appointees.
- Approved minutes of the December 8, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss Board appointees (unanimous)
- Approved certification that closed session only discussed lawfully exempted matters (unanimous)
Mayors Committee for People with Disabilities
This meeting of the Mayor's Committee for People with Disabilities is largely procedural, covering call to order, approval of November minutes, treasurer's report, and committee reports. The only substantive item is a review of standing committees (Legislation and Transportation) to gauge members' interest.
- Review of Standing Committees: Legislation and Transportation for members' interest
- Foundation report announced
The committee approved the November 2022 minutes and appointed members to the Accessibility, Transportation, Awards Luncheon, and Legislation subcommittees. The Publicity committee was tabled. Members also designated Vivian Austin as the second signature for the committee's checking account.
- Approved amended November 2022 minutes
- Appointed Vivian Austin, Evelyn Alston, Tyrell Mullen, and Ellen Shackelford to Accessibility Committee
- Appointed Tyrell Mullen and Evelyn Alston to Transportation committee
- Appointed Tyrell Mullen, Gwendolyn Burnett, and Dora Parker-Jimenez to Awards Luncheon committee
- Appointed Ellen Shackelford, Vivian Austin, and Dora Parker-Jimenez to Legislation committee
- Tabled Publicity / Public Awareness committee
- Appointed Vivian Austin as second signature for checking account
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission is meeting to discuss routine business: updating its webpage, planning display materials, continuing plastic collections for an exhibit, and scheduling upcoming cleanups. The agenda is mostly procedural with no major decisions or financial items listed.
- Continue plastic collections for Blue Bird Gap Farm's Trash Bash permanent exhibit
- Plan upcoming cleanups, decide locations and dates
- Update webpage information
- Plan display board and photo board materials
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda is purely procedural, providing a link to the City Council meeting agenda and packet materials. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed in the provided text.
Economic Development Authority
The Hampton Economic Development Authority will meet to approve minutes from August 2022 and hold a closed meeting to discuss awarding a public contract. The closed session is permitted under Virginia law to protect the Authority's bargaining position.
- Closed meeting to discuss award of a public contract involving expenditure of public funds (Charles Rigney & Michael Yaskowsky, 15 minutes)
The Innovation & Technology Committee recommended a grant agreement for StartWheel to operate REaKTOR through June 30, 2023. The committee also approved the minutes from the August 5, 2022 meeting.
- Approved August 5, 2022 meeting minutes
- Recommended approval of $89,829 Grant Agreement with StartWheel to operate REaKTOR (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Town and Gown Committee
The Town and Gown Committee is holding a routine meeting to approve the December 13, 2022 meeting minutes and receive key updates since that meeting. No votes on substantive items are listed; the agenda is otherwise procedural, with the next meeting scheduled for February 14, 2023.
- Approve December 13, 2022 meeting minutes
- Key updates since December meeting
- Next meeting set for February 14, 2023
The committee approved the minutes from the December 13, 2022 meeting. The session primarily consisted of a legislative update from Two Capitols Consulting and reports from various local educational and civic organizations.
- Approved December 13, 2022 meeting minutes
Clean City Commission
The Hampton Clean City Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. They will approve the November minutes, hear reports from city departments, and receive a presentation from the Newport News Recycling Coordinator about the Environmental Crimes Unit. The commission will discuss proposals for Earth Day 2023, a board retreat, and how to record volunteer hours. Several committee and partner updates are also scheduled.
- Presentation by Dan Baxter, NN Recycling Coordinator – NNPD Environmental Crimes Unit
- Discussion of Earth Day 2023
- Discussion of board retreat
- Discussion of recording volunteer hours
- Announcement of volunteer opportunities for Kecoughtan HS cleanup and HFD Fire Station #6 cleanup
The commission approved the November meeting minutes and reviewed financial statements. Staff reported the receipt of a $31,256 DEQ Grant and the development of a $200 fund for each committee. The board also scheduled a retreat for March 14.
- Approved November meeting minutes
- Awarded DEQ Grant of $31,256.00
Board of Zoning Appeals Agendas and Minutes
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a work session and regular meeting to consider two public hearing items. The board will vote on a request to reduce the street-facing window requirement for an infill housing lot and a request to reduce a rear yard setback for a porch addition.
- VA22-00033: Quality Virginia Homes, LLC, 701 Childs Ave — request to reduce street-facing fenestration requirement from 20% to 6% for Infill Housing Overlay
- VA22-00034: Joseph Langley, 817 Headrow Terrace — request to reduce rear yard setback from 28.3 feet to 21 feet for a covered porch addition
- Election of officers
- Approval of December 5, 2022 meeting minutes
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a request to reduce window requirements for a property on Childs Ave and a rear yard setback reduction for a porch addition on Headrow Terrace. The Board also re-elected its officers for 2023 and approved previous meeting minutes.
- Approved minutes of December 5, 2022, work session and public hearing (5-0)
- Re-elected Chair Pope and Vice-Chair Harris as 2023 officers (5-0)
- Approved variance VA22-00033 to reduce required fenestration to 12% at 701 Childs Ave (5-0)
- Approved variance VA22-00034 to reduce rear yard setback from 28.3 feet to 21 feet at 817 Headrow Terrace (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Neighborhood Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Hampton Neighborhood Commission will vote on the 2023 Neighborhood Pool Grant Program policy, which allocates $25,000 from the Neighborhood Development Fund to support up to five neighborhood pools. The commission will also receive a briefing on the Registered Neighborhood Organization Program and hear public comments.
- Vote on 2023 Neighborhood Pool Grant Program policy with $25,000 set-aside
- Each eligible pool can receive $4,000 for nine free Community Pool Preview Days
- Up to $1,000 in matching funds for pool fundraising efforts
- Briefing on Registered Neighborhood Organization Program by Cashayla Rodgers
- Public input period for residents to address the commission
The commission approved the 2023 Annual Pool Days Grant Policy and the meeting minutes from November 14, 2022. The Director reported that the Council approved a short term rental ordinance and provided updates on the Community Plan.
- Approved 2023 Annual Pool Days Grant Policy
- Approved Nov 14, 2022 meeting minutes
Hampton Federal Area Development Authority
The Hampton Federal Area Development Authority is meeting to receive updates on local federal installations, including Langley Air Force Base, Fort Monroe, NASA, and others. The board will also elect officials and review financial disclosure requirements. The agenda is largely procedural, with reports and briefings making up the bulk of the meeting.
- Election of officials
- Financial disclosure statements due February 1, 2023
- Update on JBLE P-4 project by Jeree Grimes
- Update on HRMFFA by Rick Dwyer
- Reports on LAFB F-22 FTU & ISR growth, JLUS/REPI acquisitions, roads, gate project, LaSalle Avenue, tree timber project
The Authority approved the minutes from the July 11 meeting and elected a new slate of officers. Staff provided updates on federal partnerships, including a proposed shared-use firing range at Fort Monroe and NASA infrastructure investments.
- Approved July 11 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Elected Michelle Hammond as Chair, Charlotte Hurd as Vice-Chair, and Eugene Thompson as Secretary/Treasurer (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
War Memorial Stadium Advisory Board
The Peninsula Stadium Authority will hold its monthly meeting to review finances, approve minutes, and discuss several facility projects, including locker room renovations, a proposed clubhouse, parking lot gates and barricades, and a drainage project update. They will also evaluate the 2022 baseball season and receive updates from the Peninsula Pilots.
- Locker Room Renovation and Proposed Clubhouse
- Parking Lot Gates and Barricades
- Drainage Project Update
- Discussion of 2022 Baseball Season Evaluation
- Peninsula Pilots Updates (Fan Installation, Winter Projects)
The Peninsula Stadium Authority approved a proposal for new anodized aluminum parking lot gates. The board also voted to hold a special meeting on January 17, 2023, to discuss locker room renovation and clubhouse concept details.
- Approved Chesapeake Bay Custom Fab proposal for parking lot gates ($15,400 + $600) (unanimous)
- Approved scheduling a special meeting for January 17, 2023, to discuss clubhouse concepts (unanimous)
- Approved December 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved remote participation of Melissa Brady (unanimous)
- Accepted December treasurer's report showing November cash balance of $271,256 (unanimous)
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee (HSCAC) is holding its regular monthly meeting on January 9, 2023, at the Hampton Senior Center. The agenda includes routine items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and reports, as well as a presentation by a licensed insurance broker from JenCare Senior Medical Center. The committee will also hold elections and receive public comment.
- Presentation by Abriel Ruffin, Licensed Insurance Broker, JenCare Senior Medical Center
- Elections for committee positions
- Approval of November meeting minutes
- Subcommittee and lead agency reports
- Public comment period
The committee unanimously elected Linda Kindred as Chair and Lewis Dawley III as Vice Chair. The board also approved the December meeting minutes and received presentations on insurance and upcoming city events.
- Approved December minutes (unanimous)
- Elected Linda Kindred as Chair (unanimous)
- Elected Lewis Dawley III as Vice Chair (unanimous)
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The Senior Citizens Advisory Committee's Senior Residential Livings Subcommittee met to plan outreach to independent living facilities in Hampton. Members divided a list of facilities received from the Peninsula Agency on Aging among themselves to engage with each facility. The outreach aims to share meeting information, request facility representatives, and identify needs the committee can support. No public comment was given, and the meeting adjourned at 9:57 AM.
- Divided list of independent living facilities from Peninsula Agency on Aging among members for outreach
- Plan to share SCAC meeting location/time and senior community activities with facilities
- Will request a facility representative to attend SCAC meetings
- Will assess facility needs that SCAC can support
- Next meeting goals: review outreach feedback and draft facility letter
The Senior Residential Living Subcommittee reviewed a list of independent living facilities from the Peninsula Agency on Aging. Members divided the facilities among themselves to share meeting information, request representatives, and identify facility needs.
- Divided Hampton independent living facilities among members for outreach
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee's Speakers Bureau Subcommittee is holding a regular meeting on January 9, 2023, at the Hampton Senior Center. The agenda includes call to order, roll call, approval of November minutes, subcommittee business, public comment, and adjournment. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.
- Meeting at Hampton Senior Center, 3501 Kecoughtan Road
- Approval of November minutes
- Public comment period
The subcommittee approved the minutes from the November meeting. Members discussed a tentative speaker schedule for February through April and potential collaborations with recreation center professionals for May.
- Approved November meeting minutes
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority Advisory Committee will review a proposed conceptual site plan and building elevations for the development of the former Virginia School site on Shell Road by NP, LLC. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from March 18, 2022, and other routine business.
- Review of conceptual site plan and building elevations for former Virginia School site on Shell Road by NP Hampton Commerce Center, LLC
- Approval of minutes from March 18, 2022
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority Loan and Grant Review Committee will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, review financial statements for November 2022, and discuss existing Hampton Grant Fund Committee Guidelines adopted in 2019. No new loan or grant applications are on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from December 1, 2022 meeting
- Review of EDA Old Point Wealth Management and Local Government Investment Pool statements for November 2022
- Review of EDA Loan/Grant Program Fund Balance as of November 30, 2022
- Discussion/review of existing Hampton Grant Fund Committee Guidelines adopted November 19, 2019
The Committee approved entering into agreements for tree removal at the NorthPoint, Manekin, and Quality Inn sites due to new federal endangered species rules for the Northern Long Eared Bat. The Committee also reviewed proposed changes to the Hampton Grant Application form to be finalized for the next board meeting.
- Approved December 1, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved agreement for tree removal at NorthPoint, Manekin, and Quality Inn sites (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Economic Development Authority
The Hampton Economic Development Authority Transaction Committee will meet to receive a staff briefing on new regulations concerning the endangered Northern Long Eared Bat and their possible impact on EDA-owned property and certain development projects. The committee will also consider approval of minutes from August 3, 2023.
- Staff briefing on new Northern Long Eared Bat regulations and impact on EDA-owned property and development projects
- Approval of minutes from August 3, 2023 meeting
The Economic Development Authority approved entering into agreements with developers and the City of Hampton to manage tree removal for the NorthPoint, Manekin, and Quality Inn sites. This action responds to a new federal regulation regarding the endangered Northern Long Eared Bat effective January 30, 2023.
- Approved August 3, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved agreement with developers/City for NorthPoint, Manekin, and Quality Inn tree removal (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council Agendas & Minutes
This agenda contains only a reference to where meeting materials can be found online. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed in the provided text.
- No specific agenda items listed
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes, updates on community centers, board member site visits, and a discussion about subcommittees. The department director will also provide an update, followed by open discussion.
- Approval of December 6, 2022 minutes
- Community Center Updates by Nicole Dennis
- Board member updates on neighborhood and community center site visits
- Discussion regarding subcommittees
- Department update from Director McCauley
The board approved the minutes from the December 6, 2022 meeting. Members received updates on the five-year capital improvement plan and the application process for community center programs. The board discussed the potential creation of subcommittees for oversight of programs, projects, and athletics.
- Approved December 6, 2022 minutes (unanimous)