Hampton public meetings in 2023

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on several use permit applications. These include requests for short-term rentals, a cemetery, and a private university. The agenda also includes an application to expand restaurant hours at 87 Lincoln Street.

• Use permit for a cemetery at Coliseum Drive and Hampton Roads Center Parkway
• Use permit for a private university at 2 Eaton St.
• Expansion of operating hours for Karma Restaurant & Lounge at 87 Lincoln Street
• Short-term rental permits for 507 Whealton Road, 28 Castle Haven Rd, and 100 Baker Farm Dr

City Council Work Session

The City Council will review the annual comprehensive financial report and economic growth briefing. The session also includes discussions regarding committee and Board of Zoning Appeals appointments.

• Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2024
• Economic Growth Briefing
• Appointments to a Hampton VA 250 Committee
• Appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals
• Closed session regarding real property in the Buckroe area

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council will consider several budget adjustments, including state funds for schools and various grant awards. The session also includes public hearings regarding rezonings and use permits for residential and medical facilities.

• Rezoning 1909 Commerce Drive from C-2 to MD-4 for multifamily dwellings
• Rezoning 2244 Executive Drive from R-M/C-2 to C-2 for a mental health facility
• Use permit for an extended stay hotel at 2122 Hartford Road
• Appropriation of $2,758,103 from the General Fund to various city departments
• Appropriation of $22,231,823 in state funds to the City Schools Operating Fund

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several land-use applications including a hotel proposal on Hartford Road. Other items include rezoning requests for Riverside Hospital, Inc. and Coliseum Center, LLC.

• Use permit for an extended stay hotel at 2122 Hartford Road
• Rezoning of +/- 13.8 acres at 2244 Executive Drive
• Use permit for a mental health/substance abuse treatment facility at 2244 Executive Drive
• Rezoning of +/- 4.88 acres at 1909 Commerce Drive to multifamily residential
• Use permit for multifamily dwelling units at 1909 Commerce Drive

City Council Work Session

The City Council will review the Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion FY2023 Annual Report. The session also includes a closed session to discuss property disposition in Olde Hampton and Downtown Hampton and several committee appointments.

• FY2023 Annual Report for the Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
• Property disposition discussion for Olde Hampton and Downtown Hampton areas
• Appointments to the Hampton VA 250 Committee
• Appointments to the Athletic Hall of Fame
• Appointments to the Citizens' Unity Commission, Golf Course Advisory Committee, Peninsula Stadium Authority, and H20 Community Development Authority

City Council Legislative Session

The Hampton City Council is reviewing legislative priorities and various committee appointments. A public hearing will consider a proposal to convert several retail suites into residential apartments. Several short-term rental use permit applications have been deferred until February 2024.

• Public hearing for converting retail suites to apartments at 1631–1675 Merchant Lane
• Ordinance to update City Code gambling regulations
• $70,234.70 reimbursement from Newport News for Queens Way Streetscape Project costs
• Encroachment agreement for a new business sign at 531 N. Armistead Avenue
• Budget amendments to accept USDOJ and Virginia 911 grants

City Council Ceremonial Session

This is a ceremonial session for the Hampton City Council. The agenda includes a spotlight on volunteers from the Hampton Public Library. No legislative or business items are scheduled.

• Spotlight on Hampton Public Library Volunteers

City Council Work Session

The City Council will receive an update on the Hampton Roads Transit Strategic Plan and discuss legislative priorities for the 2024 General Assembly. The session also includes a briefing regarding passenger vehicle parking minimums and demand.

• Update on Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) Transit Strategic Plan
• Discussion of 2024 General Assembly legislative priorities
• Briefing on passenger vehicle parking minimums, public parking, and demand
• Closed session regarding property disposition in Buckroe and Downtown areas
• Appointments to the Hampton VA 250 Committee and Peninsula Stadium Authority

City Council Legislative Session

The Hampton City Council is meeting to consider a budget amendment for a maternal and infant health program grant. The council will also review an ordinance regarding how payments are credited under bona fide payment plans.

• Resolution 23-0303: Accepting a Virginia Department of Health grant for the Maternal, Infant and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program
• Ordinance 23-0306: Amending the City Code regarding how payments are credited under bona fide payment plans
• Approval of minutes from September 13 and October 11, 2023, work sessions

City Council Work Session

The City Council will receive an update on Housing Repair Programs. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel performance, committee appointments, and downtown property acquisition strategies.

• 23-0299 Housing Repair Programs Update
• Closed session regarding City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk performance
• Discussion of property acquisition in the Downtown area
• 23-0198 Consideration of Appointments to a Hampton VA 250 Committee

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council is reviewing a resolution to advance over $12 million to the Capital Projects Fund for school, park, and public property maintenance. The session includes public hearings for multifamily housing use permits and retail-to-apartment conversions. Additionally, the council will consider property transfers and updates to city water plans.

• $12,159,440 fund advance for school, park, and public property maintenance
• Use permit for multifamily dwellings at Cunningham Drive and Hartford Road
• Use permit for apartment conversions on Merchant Lane
• Property transfer of 100 Maple Avenue to Hampton Redevelopment and Housing Authority
• Comprehensive Plan amendments regarding Newmarket Creek and Downtown water plans

City Council Work Session

The City Council will review the annual report from the Office of Youth & Young Adult Opportunities. The session also includes a closed session to discuss property acquisition in the Greater Wythe area, public fund investments, and legal matters regarding short term rentals.

• Annual Report for the Office of Youth & Young Adult Opportunities
• Property acquisition discussion in the Greater Wythe area
• Appointment to the Hampton Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
• Legal consultation regarding short term rentals and the Peninsula Stadium Authority

City Council Ceremonial Session

This is a ceremonial session of the Hampton City Council. The meeting includes a recognition of volunteers from the Mayor's Book Club.

• Spotlight on Mayor's Book Club Volunteers

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding budget transfers, grant appropriations, and VDOT project programming. The session also includes a public hearing on the FY2024 Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Program annual action plan.

• Resolution to appropriate Federal Fiscal Year 2024 Highway Safety Grant for Police Traffic Services
• Resolution to transfer $5,000 from King Street Phase IV Bond Project to Hampton Roads Center Parkway Bike and Pedestrian Access Bond Project
• Resolution to request VDOT program the Arconic Pedestrian Improvements Project into its Six-Year Improvement Plan
• Resolution to appropriate $1,499,000 in VDOT State of Good Repair Funds for six projects
• Ordinance to vacate City interest in a portion of Water Street

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on several use permit applications. These include proposals for a short-term rental, multifamily dwellings, and converting retail suites into apartments. The meeting also includes consideration of new water plans.

• Use permit for short-term rental at 507 Whealton Road
• Multifamily dwelling use permit at Cunningham Drive and Hartford Road
• Retail to residential conversion on Merchant Lane
• Adoption of the Newmarket Creek Pilot Project Area Water Plan
• Adoption of the Downtown Hampton, Phoebus, & Buckroe Water Plan

City Council Work Session

The Hampton City Council will hold a work session to receive updates on Fort Monroe and several strategic priorities, including placemaking and community safety. The council will also consider various appointments to local advisory boards and commissions. A closed session is scheduled to discuss downtown property disposition.

• Update on Fort Monroe (23-0252)
• Community development small business support discussion (23-0265)
• Strategic priority updates for placemaking and community safety
• Appointments to several advisory groups, including the Peninsula Agency on Aging
• Closed session regarding downtown property disposition

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including grant acceptances and budget adjustments. The session also includes a public hearing for a storage facility rezoning and discussions on multiple appointments.

• Grant of up to $50,000.00 for Downtown Waterfront construction
• Request for up to $2,500,000.00 for the Settlers Landing Road Project
• Rezoning of 16, 18, & 20 Potter Lane for a storage facility
• Acceptance of a $100,000.00 gift for the Economic Development Authority
• Acceptance of a $12,000.00 donation for Public Library microfilm equipment

City Council Work Session

The City Council will receive updates on the Hampton Roads Express Lanes Network and the HRBT Expansion Project. The session also includes a briefing on city crime statistics and consideration of several committee appointments.

• Hampton Roads Express Lanes and HRBT expansion project updates
• Briefing on City of Hampton crime statistics
• Appointments to Planning Commission, Senior Citizens Advisory Committee, and Animal Control Advisory Committee
• Appointments to the Peninsula Stadium Authority
• Closed session regarding property in the Kecoughtan Road corridor

The City Council held a work session to receive a progress report from the Virginia Department of Transportation regarding regional highway projects. No formal votes or policy decisions were made during this session.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will receive briefings on potential amendments to the taxicab ordinance and the status of the city's poverty study. The session also includes a briefing on the Resilient Hampton water plan for Downtown, Phoebus, and Buckroe. A closed session is scheduled for personnel evaluations and legal consultation.

• Briefing on potential amendments to the Taxicab Ordinance
• Status update on the City of Hampton Poverty Study
• Briefing on Resilient Hampton Downtown, Phoebus, and Buckroe Water Plan
• Closed session for performance evaluations of city officials

City Council reached a consensus to implement staff-recommended changes to the taxicab ordinance and engage a consultant for a comprehensive study. The council also received a progress update on the poverty study and the Family Resilience and Economic Empowerment (FREE) initiative.

• Approved implementing staff recommendations for taxicab ordinance changes
• Approved hiring a consultant to conduct a comprehensive taxicab industry study
• Directed City Attorney’s Office to draft amendments to the taxicab ordinance

City Council Legislative Session

The council will consider several budget amendments involving grants for fire, EMS, and healthcare. Public hearings are scheduled for rezonings at 3201 Commander Shepard Blvd and N First Street. The session also includes multiple use permit applications for short-term rentals.

• Rezoning of 3201 Commander Shepard Blvd for a battery energy storage system
• Confirmation of the FY 2024 General Fund Budget
• Rezoning N First Street to Parks and Open Space District
• Renewal of Verizon telecommunications franchise agreement
• Multiple use permit applications for short-term rentals

The City Council confirmed the adoption of the City Manager's recommended General Fund budget for Fiscal Year 2024. The council also approved several budget amendments to accept state and private grants and authorized a rezoning for city-owned property.

• Approved FY 2024 General Fund budget for City and Schools (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 0.86 acres at 200 and 372 N First Street to Parks and Open Space (7-0)
• Approved FY23 Four-for-Life Aid to Localities funds (7-0)
• Approved FY 2024 Fire Programs fund allocation (7-0)
• Approved Sentara Cares Foundation Grant funds (7-0)
• Approved IDEA Grant funding for infants and toddlers with disabilities (7-0)
• Approved cooperation agreement to acquire parcel at 112 Kings Way (7-0)
• Approved license agreement with Virginia Tech for Bluebird Gap Farm (7-0)

City Council Special Session

The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss the performance of the Hampton Redevelopment & Housing Authority Board of Commissioners. The meeting also includes discussion regarding the disposition of publicly held property in the Downtown area.

• Discussion of Hampton Redevelopment & Housing Authority Board of Commissioners performance
• Discussion regarding the disposition of publicly held property in the Downtown area
• Resolution certifying the closed session

The City Council convened a special session to conduct a closed session. The discussion focused on the performance of the Hampton Redevelopment & Housing Authority Board of Commissioners and the disposition of publicly held property in the downtown area.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (6-0)
• Approved resolution certifying the closed session (6-0)

City Council Special Session

The Hampton City Council and the Board of Commissioners of the Hampton Redevelopment and Housing Authority will hold a joint closed session. The meeting is for discussing the disposition of publicly held real property in Downtown Hampton. This session is closed to protect the city's negotiating strategy.

• Closed session regarding the disposition of public real property in Downtown Hampton
• Resolution certifying the closed session

The City Council and the Hampton Redevelopment and Housing Authority held a joint special session to conduct a closed session. The meeting focused on the disposition of publicly held real property in Downtown Hampton.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss downtown real property (6-0)
• Approved resolution certifying the closed session (7-0)

City Council Ceremonial Session

The City Council will hold a ceremonial session featuring a spotlight on Dr. Jeffery Smith, the Superintendent of Hampton City Schools.

• Spotlight on Dr. Jeffery Smith, Superintendent, Hampton City Schools

The City Council held a ceremonial session to recognize Hampton City Schools Superintendent Dr. Jeffery Smith. The Council, City Manager, and City Attorney presented Dr. Smith with the Distinguished Citizen Medal.

• Presented Distinguished Citizen Medal to Dr. Jeffery Smith

City Council Special Session

The City Council will hold a special session to perform evaluations of the City Manager, City Attorney, and Clerk of Council. This meeting is scheduled as a closed session pursuant to Virginia Code.

• Performance evaluations for the City Manager, City Attorney, and Clerk of Council
• Resolution certifying the closed session

The City Council met in a special session to conduct performance evaluations for the City Manager, City Attorney, and Clerk of Council. The council approved entering a closed session for these evaluations and later voted to certify the closed session.

• Approved closed session for performance evaluations of City Manager, City Attorney, and Clerk of Council (7-0)
• Approved Resolution Certifying Closed Session (4-0, 3 absent)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will consider an ordinance to add fines for exceeding maximum speeds on designated residential streets. The session also includes a closed session to discuss property disposition, public fund investments, and several board appointments.

• Ordinance to amend Chapter 21 regarding fines for exceeding speed limits on residential streets
• Appointments for the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board
• Appointments for the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
• Appointments for the Hampton Clean City Commission
• Appointments for the Senior Citizens Advisory Committee

City Council held a work session to discuss an ordinance implementing a $200 additional fine for speeding on designated residential streets. The item was placed on the consent agenda for a subsequent meeting. Council also entered a closed session to discuss appointments, property disposition, and legal matters.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (7-0)
• Approved resolution certifying closed session (7-0)

City Council Legislative Session

The Hampton City Council will review several items including budget amendments, rezoning applications, and board appointments. Proposed actions include accepting VDOT funding for roadway improvements and reviewing land use changes for a battery energy storage system and daycare facility.

• Resolution to accept $2,581,382 in VDOT funding for the Grant Street Roadway Project
• Rezoning application for a Battery Energy Capable/Energy Storage System at 3201 Commander Shepard Blvd
• Ordinance to add fines for exceeding speed limits on designated residential streets
• Encroachment agreements with Lumos Networks Inc. for fiber optic cable installation
• Rezoning application for daycare and commercial use at 91 E Mercury Boulevard

City Council approved over $3.4 million in funding and bond transfers for the Grant Street Roadway Project. The council also approved three fiber optic installation agreements and a new fine for speeding on residential streets.

• Approved $2,581,382 in VDOT revenue share and $873,342 in bond transfers for Grant Street Roadway Project (7-0)
• Approved three encroachment agreements with Lumos Networks Inc. d/b/a Segra for fiber optic installation (7-0)
• Approved Resolution in support of Vision Zero Initiatives (7-0)
• Approved ordinance adding a $200 fine for exceeding maximum speed on designated residential streets (7-0)
• Approved Distinguished Citizen Award and Medal for Dr. Jeffery O. Smith (7-0)
• Deferred rezoning application for Delorean Power LLC battery energy storage system to 7/12/2023 (7-0)
• Approved rezoning for Hampton Roads Community Action Program for a Day Care 1 facility at 91 E Mercury Boulevard

City Council Work Session

The City Council will receive an update on housing repair programs. The council will also hold a closed session regarding the disposition of public property in the Neil Armstrong Parkway and Phoebus areas, as well as potential property acquisitions in the Kecoughtan Road corridor.

• Housing Repair Programs Update
• Discussion of public property disposition in Neil Armstrong Parkway and Phoebus areas
• Potential acquisition of property in the Kecoughtan Road corridor

City staff and the Hampton Redevelopment and Housing Authority presented the current status and processes of homeowner rehabilitation programs. The session focused on how federal, state, and local funds are layered to provide urgent repairs and accessibility upgrades. No formal votes or policy changes were recorded during this work session.

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding the parking, storage, and operation of food trucks across various zoning districts. The agenda also includes budget amendments to accept state grants and applications for short-term rental use permits.

• Ordinances to regulate food truck parking, storage, and 'host sites' in multiple districts
• Use permit applications for short-term rentals at 230 N Fifth Street, 826 N First St, and 8 Findley St
• Budget amendments to accept the VDEM 911 PSAP Education Program Grant and the VA Sexual and Domestic Violence Victim Fund Grant
• Staff recommendation to defer rezoning for 200 and 372 N First Street

City Council approved the first use permit application for a short-term rental at 826 N First St with 15 conditions. The council also approved several budget amendments and grants. A rezoning application for 200 and 372 N First Street was deferred.

• Approved short-term rental use permit for 826 N First St with 15 conditions (7-0)
• Deferred rezoning of 200 and 372 N First Street to July 12, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved FY24 Public Safety Answering Point Education Program Grant (7-0)
• Approved FY23 Special Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Victim Fund Grant (7-0)
• Approved FY23 Second and Third Quarter Budget Adjustments (7-0)
• Approved minutes from May 10, 2023 work and ceremonial sessions (7-0)

City Council Ceremonial Session

The City Council will hold a ceremonial session focused on recognizing valedictorians and salutatorians. This meeting is dedicated to these ceremonial items rather than legislative business.

• Spotlight on Valedictorians and Salutatorians

The City Council held a ceremonial session to recognize graduating students from Bethel, Hampton, Phoebus, and Kecoughtan high schools. Awards were presented to the students following the screening of achievement videos.

• Presented awards to Bethel Valedictorian Andrew Pexton and Salutatorian Madison Veneris
• Presented awards to Hampton Valedictorian Ethan Alfonso and Salutatorian Muhammad Al Saffar
• Presented awards to Phoebus Co-Valedictorians Ayat Nancy Boumahdi and Arianna Michelle Rose and Salutatorian Phillip Wendell Mason
• Presented awards to Kecoughtan Valedictorian Hannah Bunting and Salutatorian Ilyas Choukri

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council is reviewing the second reading and final approval of the recommended Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The session includes discussions on real estate and personal property tax rates, as well as several appropriation ordinances for city funds.

• Final approval of FY24 Manager's Recommended Budget
• $1,210,000 request for Settlers Landing Road and Mallory Street/I-64 Interchange Project
• Donation of approximately $35,000 from Hampton Public Library Foundation
• Use permit for a restaurant at 1471 Merchant Lane
• Ordinances to adopt FY24 tax rates for real estate and tangible personal property

City Council approved a use permit for a restaurant and live entertainment venue called the Rhythm Room at 1471 Merchant Lane. The approval includes 13 specific conditions. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including traffic mitigation funding and a library donation.

• Approved use permit for Rhythm Room restaurant at 1471 Merchant Lane with 13 conditions (7-0)
• Approved $1,210,000 in HRTAC funding for traffic mitigation on Settlers Landing Road and Mallory Street/I-64 Interchange (7-0)
• Approved $35,000 donation from Hampton Public Library Foundation for library upgrades (7-0)
• Approved minutes from various March and April 2023 meetings (7-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing Terry P. O'Neill's 40 years of service (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to review the City Manager's recommended FY 2024 budget. The council will also consider appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals and discuss property disposition in certain corridors during a closed session.

• Review of the City Manager's recommended FY 2024 budget
• Consideration of appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals
• Discussion regarding property disposition in Neil Armstrong Parkway and LaSalle Avenue corridors

Council reviewed the City Manager's Recommended FY 2024 Budget, including proposed changes to health insurance premiums and public safety pay steps. The body also entered a closed session to discuss a Board of Zoning Appeals appointment and property in the LaSalle Avenue corridor.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss Board of Zoning Appeals appointment and LaSalle Avenue corridor property (7-0)
• Approved resolution certifying closed session (7-0)

City Council Ceremonial Session

The City Council will hold a ceremonial session on May 10, 2023. No legislative actions or ordinances are scheduled for this meeting.

• Recognition of ACE Students

The City Council held a ceremonial session to recognize 41 students who earned associate degrees before graduating high school. The session included a video presentation and the awarding of students from the ACE Academy and the Governor’s School of Science and Technology.

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 recommended budget and a proposed real property tax rate decrease. The session also includes a vote on the Fiscal Year 2024–2028 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Proposed real property tax rate decrease from $1.18 to $1.16 per $100 of assessed value
• Public hearing and vote on the Fiscal Year 2024–2028 Capital Improvement Plan
• Budget amendment to move $250,000 to the Sheriff-Jail General Fund Operating Budget
• Adoption of the FY2024 CDBG and HOME Annual Action Plan
• Public hearing on the City Manager's recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2024

City Council accepted the five-year Capital Improvement Plan focusing on strategic priorities including government excellence and education. The council also approved several budget amendments and a cost allocation agreement for regional transportation.

• Approved FY 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan (7-0)
• Appropriated $250,000 from General Fund Restricted Balance to Sheriff-Jail Operating Budget (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Cost Allocation Agreement with regional cities and Transportation District Commission of Hampton Roads (7-0)
• Appropriated FY 2023 Cigarette Litter Prevention Program grant (7-0)
• Approved March 8, 2023 legislative session minutes (7-0)
• Amended agenda to include Planning Commission appointment consideration (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will receive a briefing on the City Manager's recommended Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The session also includes a briefing on the Hampton Carousel and consideration of a Planning Commission appointment.

• Briefing on Hampton Carousel
• Budget Briefings: City Manager's Recommended Fiscal Year 2024 Budget
• Consideration of an Appointment to the Planning Commission

Council reviewed public feedback and cost estimates for relocating the Hampton Carousel, including new options at Bluebird Gap Farm. The City Manager also presented initial recommendations for the Fiscal Year 2024 budget, including a proposed step system for police and fire employees.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss Planning Commission appointment and property acquisition/disposition (7-0)

City Council Ceremonial Session

The City Council will hold a ceremonial session focused on recognizing supporters of the Hampton Police Division. This meeting is designated for ceremonial items rather than legislative business.

• Spotlight on Supporters of the Hampton Police Division

The City Council held a ceremonial session to recognize supporters of the Hampton Police Division. No legislative actions or votes were taken during the meeting.

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council is reviewing several items including a budget amendment for a recycling grant and a lease with the Commonwealth of Virginia. Public hearings will address a rezoning and use permit application by Hampton Yacht Club, Inc. to operate a marina at Victoria Boulevard.

• Resolution to amend the FY 2023 budget for a Litter Prevention and Recycling Program grant
• Resolution authorizing a lease for office space at 1 Franklin Street
• Resolution to relocate the Braddock Cannon to 4701 Victoria Boulevard
• Resolution regarding a vacation agreement with Hampton Yacht Club, Inc. for a portion of Victoria Boulevard
• Rezoning and Use Permit applications by Hampton Yacht Club, Inc. for a marina at 4709, 4710, and 4712 Victoria Boulevard

Council approved a budget amendment to accept a litter prevention and recycling grant and authorized a lease for office space. A proposal by the Hampton Yacht Club to relocate the Braddock Cannon and rezone property was discussed, but the provided minutes end before a vote was recorded.

• Approved Resolution 23-0102 to accept and appropriate FY2023 Litter Prevention and Recycling Program grant (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-0147 for a lease of approximately 100 square feet of office space at 1 Franklin Street (6-0)
• Approved minutes from March 8, March 22 (Ceremonial), and March 22 (Legislative) sessions (6-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will review budget briefings for Hampton City Schools, the Fiscal Year 2024 recommended budget, and the FY 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan. The council will also hold a closed session regarding the disposition of public property in the Phoebus area.

• Hampton City Schools Budget briefing
• FY 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) briefing
• Fiscal Year 2024 Recommended Budget briefing
• Closed session regarding public property in the Phoebus area

City Council held a work session to review the Hampton City Schools FY24 budget and the City Manager's recommended FY 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan. No formal actions or votes were taken during this session.

• No substantive decisions made; session was for budget briefings

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to review preliminary budget revenue estimates. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding I-Value citizen outreach results.

• 23-0065 Budget Briefing - Preliminary Revenue Estimates
• 23-0064 I-Value Citizen Outreach Results

City Council held a work session to review preliminary revenue estimates for fiscal year 2024 and the results of the I-Value citizen outreach polling. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

City Council Ceremonial Session

The City Council will hold a ceremonial session to recognize business milestone anniversaries. No legislative or policy items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Recognition of business milestone anniversaries

The City Council held a ceremonial session to honor local businesses celebrating 50, 60, and 100-year anniversaries. Representatives from the recognized businesses received awards or proclamations.

• Recognized 5 businesses for 50-year anniversaries
• Recognized 3 businesses for 60-year anniversaries
• Recognized 2 businesses for 100-year anniversaries

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council is meeting for a legislative session to address several budget resolutions and city code updates. Items include allocating grant funds, transferring money to transportation projects, and updating regulations regarding dangerous dogs.

• Resolution to accept $320,000 ARPA Tourism Recovery Grant from Virginia Tourism Corporation
• Resolution to appropriate $218,469 from Economic Development Fund Balance to Transportation Initiative Project
• Resolution to accept allocation from Virginia Department of Transportation for Urban Maintenance Program
• Ordinance to amend City Code Chapter 5 regarding dangerous dogs and penalties
• Motion to accept equipment donation from the City of Baltimore for Hampton Police Division

City Council approved a resolution to apply a discounted assessment ratio to certain automobiles and trucks to mitigate tax increases caused by used car market values. The council also approved several budget amendments and a city code update regarding dangerous dogs.

• Approved 93% assessment ratio for residential vehicles (7-0)
• Approved $320,000 ARPA Tourism Recovery Grant appropriation (7-0)
• Approved $218,469 transfer from Economic Development Fund to Transportation Initiative Project (7-0)
• Approved VDOT Urban Maintenance Program fund allocation (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending City Code Chapter 5 regarding dangerous dog penalties (7-0)
• Approved acceptance of equipment donation from City of Baltimore for Police Division (7-0)
• Approved February 22, 2023 work session minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)

City Council Special Session

City staff will brief the City Council and Planning Commission regarding potential regulatory approaches for short-term rentals. This is a joint meeting intended for discussion of item 23-0097.

• Briefing and discussion of short-term rentals (23-0097)

City Council and the Planning Commission held a joint briefing to discuss proposed use permit conditions for short-term rentals. No formal votes were taken; instead, the body reached a general consensus on several regulatory directions to guide staff and a stakeholder group in refining the rules.

• Reached consensus to require a Responsible Local Person (RLP) residing in Virginia
• Reached consensus on a tentative one-hour response time for RLPs
• Reached consensus to allow events (Option 3) subject to capacity and time limits
• Reached consensus to limit capacity to five bedrooms and 10 people
• Reached consensus to require parking on improved surfaces at a ratio of one space per two bedrooms
• Reached consensus to limit rentals to one booking at a time

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a budget workshop regarding prioritization and tax relief programs. The session also includes consideration of several appointments to local authorities and boards.

• Budget Workshop: Prioritization and Tax Relief Programs
• Appointments to the Peninsula Town Center Community Development Authority
• Appointment to the Hampton Economic Development Authority
• Appointments to the H2O Community Development Authority
• Appointments to the Citizens Police Advisory Group (CPAG)

City Council conducted a work session to rank budget priorities, including tax rates and employee pay. No final budget votes were taken, but members expressed general consensus on several preference polling items. The Council also certified a closed session regarding board appointments.

• Approved certification of closed session regarding appointments (7-0)
• Reached general consensus via polling for a $1.16 real estate tax rate
• Reached majority preference via polling for a 1.25 percent public safety step plan
• Reached majority preference via polling for an 80/20 health insurance split option

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council is meeting to consider several legislative items, including budget appropriations and equipment purchases. The agenda includes public hearings for use permits and the potential relocation of a cannon.

• Resolution to appropriate up to $1,295,134.02 from FY22 Excess EMS Fees
• Resolution to acquire up to two fire trucks and related equipment
• Resolution regarding participation in opioid-related settlement claims
• Use permit for a 139-foot communication tower at 534 E Mercury Blvd
• Use permit for a storage facility at 1721 & 1723 W Pembroke Avenue

City Council approved a HOME-ARP allocation plan for homeless services and affordable housing. The council also granted use permits for a communication tower height increase and a recreational vehicle storage facility. A proposal to relocate the Braddock Cannon was moved forward for further review and public offering.

• Approved HOME-ARP Allocation Plan for affordable housing and supportive services
• Approved $1,295,134.02 budget amendment from FY22 Excess EMS Fees (7-0)
• Approved lease/purchase agreement for up to two fire trucks (7-0)
• Approved participation in opioid-related claims settlements (7-0)
• Approved use permit for Crown Castle USA to increase tower height to 139 feet (7-0)
• Approved use permit for Pay Here Used Cars recreational vehicle storage (7-0)
• Voted to continue review and 30-day public offering for Braddock Cannon relocation (7-0)
• Appointed members to Peninsula Town Center, H2O, and Economic Development authorities (7-0)

City Council Ceremonial Session

The Hampton City Council will hold a ceremonial session on February 22, 2023. The agenda includes ceremonial items regarding innovative programs at Hampton City Schools.

• Ceremonial recognition of Innovative Programs at Hampton City Schools

The City Council held a ceremonial session to recognize programs at Hampton City Schools focusing on mental health and learning. Representatives from three specific school programs received plaques in recognition of their work.

• Awarded recognition plaques to The Climate and Culture Team
• Awarded recognition plaques to the Social Work Team (Bridge Program and Mental Wealth Fair) and School Psychologists
• Awarded recognition plaques to the Elementary Arts and Literacy Program

City Council Work Session

The City Council will review an evaluation study for the Historic Carousel and a presentation on the Public Art Program. The session also includes a briefing on Special Revenue Funds and consideration of an appointment to the Hampton Commission on the Arts.

• Historic Carousel Option Evaluation Study
• Public Art Program Presentation
• Briefing on Special Revenue Funds
• Appointment to the Hampton Commission on the Arts

Council held a work session to discuss funding models for a new Public Art Program and evaluate four options for the future of the historic carousel. Staff also presented recommended fee increases for stormwater and wastewater services for fiscal year 2024. No final decisions were made on the art program or carousel relocation.

• Approved motion to take Public Art Program presentation first on agenda (6-1)
• Proposed $1.00 stormwater fee increase for FY 2024
• Proposed 11-cent wastewater user fee increase for FY 2024
• Proposed no fee increase for solid waste program for FY 2024
• Approved entering closed session to discuss an appointment (7-0)
• Approved resolution certifying closed session (7-0)

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council is reviewing several budget amendments, including the acceptance of grants for violence prevention programs. The council will also consider transferring $3,000,000 for emergency equipment replacement costs and an appointment to the Commission on the Arts.

• VAWA prosecution grant acceptance
• Operation Ceasefire/CAVIAR prosecution grant acceptance
• $3,000,000 transfer for emergency equipment replacement
• $300,000 ARPA gun violence intervention grant
• Appointment to the Hampton Commission on the Arts

City Council approved the appropriation of $300,000 from the American Rescue Plan Act for a gun violence intervention program. The council also approved several other grants and a $3 million fund transfer for emergency equipment. One appointment was made to the Commission on the Arts.

• Approved $300,000 ARPA grant for Gun Violence Intervention Program (7-0)
• Approved FY 2023 Violence Against Women's Act Prosecution Grant (7-0)
• Approved FY 2023 Operation Ceasefire/CAVIAR Prosecution Grant (7-0)
• Approved $3,000,000 transfer from Equipment Replacement Fund for emergency equipment (7-0)
• Appointed Courtney Hampton to the Hampton Commission on the Arts (6-1)

City Council Special Session

The City Council is holding a special session to discuss plans to protect public safety and the security of governmental buildings and structures. The agenda includes a closed session for briefings regarding actions taken or related threats to public safety and facility security.

• Closed session regarding public safety and facility security (23-0034)
• Resolution certifying the closed session (23-0035)

The City Council convened a special session to discuss plans for protecting public safety and the security of governmental facilities. The council voted to enter a closed session and subsequently approved a resolution certifying that closed session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss public safety and facility security (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-0035 certifying the closed session (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will receive a briefing on the Strategic Plan and discuss city real estate assessments for budget purposes. A closed session is scheduled to discuss appointments to several local commissions and property acquisition in the Downtown area.

• Strategic Plan Briefing (23-0030)
• Budget Briefings on City Real Estate Assessments (23-0009)
• Appointments to the Economic Development Authority, Peninsula Airport Commission, and Planning Commission
• Property acquisition discussions for the Downtown area
• Legal consultation regarding public meeting regulations

City Council received briefings on the progress of the City's Strategic Plan and the FY24 real estate reassessment process. No public votes were taken on these items as they were presented for information. The Council approved entering and certifying a closed session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (7-0)
• Approved resolution certifying closed session (7-0)

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council will review rezoning applications for multifamily dwellings at the former Lincoln Park site and a marina at Victoria Boulevard. The session also includes an update on crime trends and several agreement renewals.

• Rezoning of 22.78 acres for multifamily dwellings by Olde Hampton Village Developers, LLC
• Rezoning application for a marina by Hampton Yacht Club, Inc.
• Encroachment agreement with HRT for bus stop shelters on E. Pembroke Avenue and N. King Street
• Presentation regarding crime and statistic trends
• Renewal of use agreements for Carousel Park and Little England Cultural Center

City Council approved a rezoning application and use permit for multifamily dwellings at the former Lincoln Park Housing Development site. The council also renewed several community agreements and deferred two applications from the Hampton Yacht Club.

• Approved rezoning of 16 properties (+22.78 acres) at former Lincoln Park site with 12 conditions (7-0)
• Approved use permit for multifamily dwellings at former Lincoln Park site with 6 conditions (7-0)
• Approved encroachment agreement with Hampton Roads Transit for bus stop shelters on E. Pembroke Ave and N. King St (7-0)
• Approved license agreement renewal with Downtown Hampton Development Partnership for Carousel Park (7-0)
• Approved use agreement renewal with Newtown Improvement and Civic Club for Little England Cultural Center (7-0)
• Appointed Hope Harper to the Planning Commission (7-0)
• Appointed Hope Harper to the Hampton Roads Community Action Program (7-0)
• Deferred Hampton Yacht Club rezoning and use permit applications to April 12, 2023 (7-0)

City Council Ceremonial Session

This meeting is a ceremonial session for the Hampton City Council. The agenda includes the State of the City address and standard call to order procedures. No legislative items or specific projects are listed.

• State of the City address

The City Council convened for a ceremonial session to replay the State of the City presentation. This allowed citizens to view the presentation originally given at a Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce event without charge. No legislative actions were taken.

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to authorize traffic light signal photo-monitoring systems. The agenda also includes agreements for park activities at Carousel Park and the use of the Little England Cultural Center. Additionally, the council will consider various appointments to local boards and commissions.

• Ordinance to authorize traffic light signal photo-monitoring systems
• License agreement for additional park activities at Carousel Park
• Use agreement for Little England Cultural Center at 3922 Kecoughtan Road
• Budget amendment to accept a HUD Continuum of Care Planning Project Grant
• Appointments to the Hampton Commission on the Arts and RIFA

City Council approved an ordinance to implement traffic signal photo-monitoring systems at up to 13 intersections to manage congestion. The council also approved several board appointments and a HUD planning grant. Two license agreements regarding city-owned property were deferred.

• Approved ordinance to authorize traffic light signal photo-monitoring systems (7-0)
• Approved HUD Continuum of Care Planning Project grant appropriation (7-0)
• Approved authorization for School Board to apply for 10 Literary Fund loans (7-0)
• Reappointed Dr. Naved A. Jafri to Eastern Virginia Medical School Board of Visitors (7-0)
• Appointed Steven Lynch, Mayor Donnie Tuck, Scott Seymour, and Mary Bunting to RIFA (7-0)
• Appointed various Council Liaisons to boards and commissions (7-0)
• Deferred Carousel Park and Little England Cultural Center license agreements to 2/8/2023 (7-0)
• Deferred appointment to the Hampton Commission on the Arts to 2/22/2023 (7-0)

City Council Special Session

The City Council is conducting an annual retreat featuring facilitated discussions on communication and vision. The session also includes the consideration of several appointments to local boards and commissions.

• Retreat activities regarding teambuilding, communication, and vision
• Appointments to the Hampton Commission on the Arts
• Appointments to the Eastern Virginia Medical School Board of Visitors
• Appointments to the Eastern Virginia Regional Industrial Facility Authority (RIFA)
• Council Liaison appointments to various boards, commissions, and committees

The City Council conducted a facilitated retreat focused on teambuilding, communication, and vision. The council entered a closed session to discuss the Economic Development Authority and various board appointments. A resolution certifying the closed session was approved.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss appointments and the Economic Development Authority (7-0)
• Approved resolution certifying the closed session (7-0)

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council will consider rezoning and use permit applications for multifamily residential development at 924 Old Big Bethel Road. The agenda also includes budget amendments to accept grant awards and several utility encroachment agreements with Hampton University. Additionally, the council will review use permits for a restaurant and a mental health treatment facility.

• Rezoning of 1.3 acres at 924 Old Big Bethel Rd to multifamily residential (M-4)
• Encroachment agreements with Hampton University for new utility lines
• Use permit for a mental health/substance abuse treatment facility at 300 Marcella Road
• $90,000 annual equipment donation from Coliseum BID to the Police Division
• Ordinance to update City Code regarding solid waste

City Council approved a use permit for the B.J. Roberts Behavioral Health Center and updated the city's solid waste ordinance. The council denied a rezoning request and use permit for a multi-family development at 924 Old Big Bethel Road. A use permit for a restaurant with extended hours was approved with specific conditions.

• Approved use permit for mental health/substance abuse facility at 300 Marcella Road (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved updated Solid Waste Ordinance Chapter 32.2 (7-0)
• Denied rezoning of 1.3 acres at 924 Old Big Bethel Rd to Multifamily Residential (5-2)
• Denied use permit for multifamily dwellings at 924 Old Big Bethel Road (5-2)
• Approved use permit for restaurant extended hours at 4111 W Mercury Blvd with 16 conditions (5-2)
• Approved $90,000 annual equipment donation for Hampton Police Division (7-0)
• Approved four encroachment agreements with Hampton University for utility lines (7-0)
• Approved budget amendments for Behavioral Health Court and ARPA grants (7-0)

City Council Special Session

The City Council held a special session to select a vice-mayor by majority vote. The meeting also included the administration of oaths of office.

• Election of Vice Mayor (Item 23-0007)
• Administration of oaths of office

The City Council held an organizational special session to administer oaths of office and select leadership. The council voted unanimously to appoint James A. "Jimmy" Gray, Jr. as Vice Mayor for a two-year term.

• Elected James A. "Jimmy" Gray, Jr. as Vice Mayor (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will review the impact of Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel traffic congestion on Phoebus and Settlers Landing Road. The agenda also includes a presentation by TruWeather Solutions and a closed session regarding real property in Phoebus.

• TruWeather Solutions presentation
• Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel traffic congestion impacts on Phoebus and Settlers Landing Road
• Closed session regarding disposition of real property in the Phoebus area
• Resolution certifying closed session

City Council held a work session to review a NASA-funded urban weather sensing project and a proposal to implement red light camera enforcement to reduce traffic congestion. No formal votes were taken on these presentations; a red light camera ordinance is scheduled for consideration on January 25th.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss real property and public fund investments (6-0)
• Approved resolution certifying the closed session (7-0)

City Council Special Session

The City Council is meeting with Hampton’s General Assembly delegation. The discussion will cover the upcoming General Assembly session, the city's legislative agenda, and forecasts for the session.

• Discussion of Upcoming General Assembly Session (Item 22-0362)

City Council met with members of Hampton’s General Assembly delegation to discuss the city's legislative agenda. The session focused on proposed state-level changes regarding vacant buildings, health district funding, traffic monitoring, and mental health transport. No formal votes were taken during this special session.