Hampton public meetings in 2024

Planning Commission

The Hampton Planning Commission will hold a work session at 3 PM then a regular meeting at 3:30 PM. They will approve minutes from November 21 and conduct public hearings on three use permit applications: a communication tower relocation by Virginia Electric and Power Company at 902 G Street, a restaurant by A&A Loyalty Group at 87 Lincoln Street, and a Raising Canes restaurant at 1044 W. Mercury Blvd. The agenda also includes a monthly report from the Youth Planners.

• Approval of minutes from November 21, 2024 meeting
• Use permit for Virginia Electric and Power Company to relocate and operate a communication tower at 902 G Street
• Use permit for A & A Loyalty Group to permit a Restaurant 3 at 87 Lincoln Street
• Use permit for Raising Canes Restaurants LLC to permit a Restaurant 3 at 1044 W. Mercury Blvd.
• Monthly report by the Youth Planners

City Council Work Session

The City Council will review the annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024. The session includes briefings on accessory dwelling units, traffic safety at Shell Road and Greenbriar Avenue, and mini-golf survey results. Several committee and commission appointments will be considered.

• Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2024
• Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) Engagement Plan Briefing
• Shell Road and Greenbriar Avenue Traffic Safety
• Mini-Golf Location - Public Survey Results Presentation
• Appointments to various boards including the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals

The City Council held a work session with presentations on the annual financial report, ADU engagement, traffic safety on Shell Road and Greenbriar Avenue, and mini-golf survey results. The only formal decision was a motion to proceed with the mini-golf plan at Location A, which passed 6-0 with one absence. The council also approved a closed session and certified it afterward.

• Approved motion to proceed with mini-golf plan at Location A (6-0, Bowman absent)
• Approved closed session motion (6-0, Bowman absent)
• Approved resolution certifying closed session (6-0, Bowman absent)

City Council Special Session

This is a joint special session with the Hampton Redevelopment and Housing Authority (HRHA) to discuss the status of affordable housing and redevelopment initiatives, including HRHA's strategic plans. The council will also hold a closed session under Virginia Code to discuss the disposition of publicly held property and potential investment of public funds in the LaSalle Corridor. A resolution certifying the closed session will be considered. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and planning.

• Discussion of Housing Affordability and Redevelopment Initiatives (Item 24-0503)
• Closed session for disposition of publicly held property and potential investment of public funds in the LaSalle Corridor (Item 24-0508)
• Resolution certifying closed session (Item 24-0509)

The City Council met jointly with the Hampton Redevelopment and Housing Authority to discuss housing affordability and redevelopment initiatives, including ongoing HRHA projects. Staff presented information on these topics. The Council then voted unanimously (6-0, with one absence) to enter a closed session to discuss the disposition of publicly held property and potential investment of public funds in the LaSalle Corridor, and later certified that closed session. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for LaSalle Corridor property disposition and legal consultation (6-0)
• Approved resolution certifying the closed session (6-0)

City Council Special Session

The City Council is holding a special session to discuss the upcoming legislative session with Hampton’s representatives in the Virginia General Assembly. This meeting is scheduled as a legislative breakfast.

• Discussion of upcoming General Assembly session (24-0488)

The City Council held a special session to discuss Hampton's legislative package for the upcoming Virginia General Assembly session. Ed Reed of Two Capitols presented information on the package. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the meeting.

• Discussed legislative package for upcoming General Assembly session (no vote)

City Council Legislative Session

The Hampton City Council will meet to discuss budget amendments, including the appropriation of $1.9 million in grant funds and capital budget adjustments. The session includes public hearings on several rezoning and use permit applications.

• Amend FY2025 budget to appropriate $829,624.63 from General Fund balance
• Amend FY2025 budget to appropriate $1,079,616 from Capital Budget (Projects) balance
• Rezone 7.93 acres at Semple Farm Road to MD-1 district
• Rezone 1.09 acres at 1807 W Queen Street to MD-4 district for nursing home
• Rezone 0.29 acres at 1814 Kecoughtan Road to MD-4 district for multifamily housing

The City Council approved a rezoning and use permit for a nursing home at 1807 W Queen Street, along with several other rezoning and use permit applications. A rezoning application by D.R. Horton for Semple Farm Road was withdrawn by the applicant. The council also approved multiple budget amendments, appointments, and ordinance updates.

• Approved rezoning for nursing home at 1807 W Queen Street (7-0)
• Approved use permit for nursing home at 1807 W Queen Street (7-0)
• Approved rezoning at 1814 Kecoughtan Road for multifamily conversion (7-0)
• Approved use permit for multifamily dwellings at 1814 Kecoughtan Road (7-0)
• Approved use permit for private school at 66 Big Bethel Road (7-0)
• Approved use permit for restaurant with live entertainment at 1144 Big Bethel Road (7-0)
• Approved short-term rental use permit at 1536 Morgan Dr (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda with 8 budget and property items (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning and use permit applications. The body is considering requests for a nursing home, multifamily housing, a private school expansion, and a restaurant. Additionally, the commission will review three ordinances updating stormwater management cross-references.

• Rezoning and use permit for a nursing home at 1807 W Queen Street
• Rezoning and use permit to convert a commercial building to multifamily at 1814 Kecoughtan Road
• Use permit to expand the age range of New Mount Olive Christian Academy at 66 Big Bethel Road
• Use permit for a restaurant with live entertainment and outdoor dining at 1144 Big Bethel Road
• Use permit for a short-term rental at 1536 Morgan Dr

City Council Work Session

The City Council will receive a briefing on a proposed Vacant Building Registry Ordinance and discuss the Outside Agencies Funding Program. A closed session is scheduled to discuss property acquisition at Peninsula Town Center, investment in the LaSalle Corridor, and an appointment to the Virginia Air and Space Science Center Board.

• Briefing on proposed Vacant Building Registry Ordinance (24-0484)
• Discussion of Outside Agencies Funding Program (24-0481)
• Closed session for acquisition of real property at Peninsula Town Center
• Closed session for investment of public funds in the LaSalle Corridor
• Consideration of appointments to the Virginia Air and Space Science Center Board (24-0072)

The City Council held a work session with briefings on a proposed vacant building registry ordinance and the outside agencies funding program, but took no formal votes on these items. The only actions were approving a closed session and certifying it afterward, both by a 6-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved closed session motion (6-0)
• Certified closed session (6-0)

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including a FEMA grant for flood mitigation, an encroachment agreement, VDOT road projects, and a gift of a sensory vehicle. It also approved rezoning at 1721 N King Street, use permits for a foodbank community center and Hampton University, the 2024 Natural Infrastructure Resilience Plan, and several use agreements. The council deferred a rezoning request for Semple Farm Road to December and approved the 2025 General Assembly Legislative Priorities.

• Approved consent agenda items including FEMA flood mitigation grant (6-0)
• Approved rezoning at 1721 N King Street with 7 conditions (6-0)
• Approved use permit for Virginia Peninsula Foodbank community center (6-0)
• Approved use permit for Hampton University with 13 conditions (6-0)
• Adopted 2024 Natural Infrastructure Resilience Plan (6-0)
• Deferred Semple Farm Road rezoning to December 11, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved 2025 General Assembly Legislative Priorities (6-0)
• Approved Liebherr-America performance agreement (6-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council is holding a work session to review 2025 General Assembly legislative priorities and economic growth strategic updates. Members will also discuss safety alternatives for Shell Road and Greenbriar Avenue. A closed session is scheduled to discuss real property acquisition and disposition.

• 2025 General Assembly Legislative Priorities
• Proposed safety alternatives for Shell Road & Greenbriar Avenue
• Strategic Priorities Update regarding Economic Growth
• Closed session on Downtown Hampton real property disposition
• Closed session on Neil Armstrong Corridor real property acquisition

Council reached a consensus to implement a 90-day temporary road closure pilot on Shell Road at Childs Avenue to address safety concerns, with plans to evaluate results before deciding on permanent changes. The session also included presentations on the city's 2025 legislative priorities and economic growth strategies, which were discussed but not voted on. A closed session was approved to discuss real property transactions in Downtown Hampton and the Neil Armstrong Corridor.

• Consensus reached to move forward with 90-day Shell Road closure pilot
• Closed session approved 7-0 to discuss real property dispositions and acquisitions
• Closed session certification approved 7-0
• Legislative priorities agenda presented for feedback; final approval scheduled for November
• Economic growth strategic priorities presented; no formal vote recorded

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council will meet to decide on several resolutions, including a significant fund advance for public property and school maintenance. The body will also discuss a use agreement for the Fox Hill Neighborhood Center and a new ordinance regarding all-terrain vehicles.

• Resolution 24-0450: Advance of $11,864,171 from General Fund to FY25 Capital Budget for schools, public properties, and parks maintenance
• Resolution 24-0448: Request for VDOT to include Pine Chapel Corridor Improvements Project in Six-Year Improvement Plan
• Resolution 24-0451: Use Agreement for Fox Hill Neighborhood Center at 65 Hall Road
• Ordinance 24-0449: Creation of rules for seizure, impounding, and disposition of unlawful all-terrain vehicles and off-road motorcycles
• Resolution 24-0428: Correction of David Kelley-Riddick's appointment term to the Citizens' Unity Commission

The Hampton City Council unanimously approved advancing $11,864,171 from the General Fund unassigned balance into the FY25 Capital Budget Fund for schools, public properties, and parks maintenance. Council also adopted an ordinance allowing police to seize, impound, and dispose of unlawfully operated ATVs and off-road motorcycles. Additionally, council members approved a use agreement for the Fox Hill Neighborhood Center and requested state inclusion of the Pine Chapel Corridor project in VDOT's Six-Year Improvement Plan.

• Approved $11,864,171 advance from General Fund unassigned balance to FY25 Capital Budget Fund (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance establishing Chapter 21 Article XI to seize and impound unlawfully operated ATVs and off-road motorcycles (7-0)
• Approved resolution requesting VDOT include Pine Chapel Corridor Improvements Project in its Six-Year Improvement Plan (7-0)
• Approved Fox Hill Neighborhood Center Use Agreement for 65 Hall Road (7-0)
• Approved term correction for David Kelley-Riddick to Citizens' Unity Commission to end Sept. 30, 2027 (7-0)

City Council Ceremonial Session

The City Council is meeting for a ceremonial session. The agenda focuses on a spotlight on military partners.

• Spotlight on Military Partners

The City Council held a ceremonial session to recognize Joint Base Langley-Eustis (JBLE) as its military partner. Mayor Tuck read and presented a proclamation to JBLE, and Chief Master Sergeant David Kolcun expressed thanks on behalf of the airmen. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and ceremonial only.

• Presented proclamation to Joint Base Langley-Eustis (unanimous, no vote recorded)

Planning Commission

The Hampton Planning Commission will review a proposal by Trilogy Developers for a new sanitary sewer pump station on a portion of an unaddressed parcel on Lasalle Avenue. The commission will also approve minutes from the September 19, 2024 meeting, consider a rezoning application for 1721 N King Street, and evaluate use permit applications for a community center on Research Drive and a university facility on Eaton Street. A comprehensive plan amendment to adopt the 2024 Natural Infrastructure Resilience Plan will be discussed, along with a youth planner briefing.

• 24-0436: Trilogy Developers proposal for a new sanitary sewer pump station on Lasalle Avenue (unaddressed parcel).
• 24-0430: Rezoning application by Armia Real Estate to change 1721 N King Street from R-M and C-1 to C-1 district.
• 24-0435: Use permit application by Virginia Peninsula Foodbank for a community center on a 4.5‑acre portion of 112 Research Drive.
• 24-0437: Use permit amendment by Hampton University to modify conditions for a private university facility at 2 Eaton St.
• 24-0414: Comprehensive Plan amendment to adopt the 2024 Natural Infrastructure Resilience Plan into the Hampton Community Plan.

City Council Work Session

The City Council Work Session will include a briefing on a proposed ATV and off‑road motorcycle ordinance. It will also brief staff on options for an Outside Agencies Funding Program. A closed‑session meeting will discuss appointments and the investment of public funds for the Hampton Jazz Festival and the Iverson Classic Basketball Championship. Additional agenda items involve appointments to the Hampton Animal Response Team Advisory Committee, the Citizens Police Advisory Group, and the Hampton VA 250 Committee.

• Briefing on Proposed ATV and Off‑Road Motorcycle Ordinance (Item 24‑0439)
• Briefing on Outside Agencies Funding Program Options (Item 24‑0440)
• Closed‑session to discuss appointments and investment of public funds for the Hampton Jazz Festival and the Iverson Classic Basketball Championship (Item 24‑0416)
• Consideration of appointments to the Hampton Animal Response Team Advisory Committee (HARTAC) (Item 24‑0396)
• Consideration of appointments to the Citizens Police Advisory Group (CPAG) (Item 24‑0411)

Hampton City Council held a work session on October 9, 2024, with briefings on a proposed ATV/off-road motorcycle ordinance and outside agencies funding options; no votes were recorded on either briefing. Council voted 6-0 to enter closed session to discuss appointments, acquisition of real property in Buckroe, and investment of public funds for the Hampton Jazz Festival and Iverson Classic Basketball Championship. Council then voted 6-0 to certify the closed session. No substantive public decisions on the briefed items were recorded.

• Approved entering closed session on appointments, Buckroe property acquisition, and Jazz Festival/Iverson Classic funding (6-0)
• Approved resolution certifying closed session (6-0)
• Briefing on proposed ATV and off-road motorcycle ordinance — no action recorded
• Briefing on outside agencies funding program options — no action recorded
• Appointments to HARTAC, CPAG, and Hampton VA 250 Committee listed on agenda — no outcomes recorded

City Council Legislative Session

The Hampton City Council will vote on several budget resolutions, including a $7.68 million appropriation of state carryover funds to the school operating fund and a $166,718.45 reimbursement for the Wythe Fire Station project. A public hearing will be held on a rezoning application to change a parcel on 67 W Little Back River Road from R‑9 to R‑4 for two new homes. The council will also consider appointments to advisory committees and hear a presentation on fentanyl prevention.

• Resolution 24-0438: Approve $166,718.45 reimbursement from Newport News for Wythe Fire Station design and construction costs.
• Resolution 24-0441: Approve $7,683,324 appropriation of FY2024 state carryover funds to the General Fund's School Operating Fund.
• Resolution 24-0443: Approve salary increases for the City Manager and City Clerk.
• Public hearing on Rezoning Application 24-0399 for 67 W Little Back River Road, changing from R‑9 to R‑4 to allow two single‑family detached dwellings.
• Consider appointments to the Hampton Animal Response Team Advisory Committee, Citizens Police Advisory Group, and Hampton VA 250 Committee.

The Hampton City Council approved a rezoning application by Cornerstone Custom Homes LLC to rezone a parcel at 67 W Little Back River Road from R-9 to R-4 with seven proffered conditions, allowing construction of two single-family homes. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included budget amendments and salary increases, and deferred appointments to two committees. A presentation on fentanyl prevention was given, and public comments were heard.

• Approved rezoning at 67 W Little Back River Road (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $166,718.45 budget amendment for Fire Station 3 (6-0)
• Approved $7,683,324 state carryover funds to school operating fund (6-0)
• Approved salary increases for City Manager and City Clerk (6-0)
• Deferred HARTAC appointments to 12/11/2024 (6-0)
• Deferred CPAG appointments to 12/11/2024 (6-0)
• Appointed Tim Receveur and Sarah Martin to VA 250 Committee (6-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to review strategic priorities and discuss potential sites for a mini-golf attraction. The meeting includes a closed session to consider the disposition of publicly held real property in the downtown area.

• Strategic Priorities Update: Placemaking, Excellence in Government, Living with Water, and Safe & Clean Communities
• Briefing on Potential Locations for Mini-Golf Attraction
• Closed session to discuss disposition of publicly held real property in the Downtown area
• Resolution Certifying Closed Session

The City Council held a work session with presentations on strategic priorities and potential mini-golf locations. No formal decisions were made; the council discussed options and directed staff to poll the public on two Buckroe Beach locations for the mini-golf attraction. The council also entered a closed session to discuss the disposition of publicly held real property downtown.

• Directed staff to poll the public on mini-golf locations at Buckroe Beach (options 3 and 4)
• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss real property disposition (6-0)
• Approved resolution certifying closed session (6-0)

City Council Ceremonial Session

The City Council is meeting for a ceremonial session. The primary purpose of the meeting is to provide a spotlight on violence interrupters.

• Spotlight on Violence Interrupters

The City Council held a ceremonial session recognizing Hampton's violence interrupters and youth mentoring programs. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was dedicated to honoring individuals and programs. The council also welcomed new City Attorney Courtney Sydnor.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during ceremonial session

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council will meet to approve several budget amendments for grants and services. The body will also consider a cost-sharing agreement for a streetscape project and review a federal housing report.

• Resolution 24-0419: Accept and appropriate $1,400,000 from Newport News for the Queens Way Streetscape Project
• Resolution 24-0409: Budget amendment for funding from Fort Monroe Authority for homeless services
• Resolution 24-0413: Budget amendment for the 2025 Sentara Cares Grant
• Resolution 24-0415: Budget amendment for the Assistance to Firefighters Grant from Homeland Security
• Public Hearing 24-0412: HUD Report on 2023-2024 CDBG/HOME Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)

The City Council approved several budget amendments, including funding for homeless services, a Sentara Cares grant, and a $1.4 million reimbursement for the Queens Way Streetscape project. Council also accepted the 2023-2024 CDBG/HOME Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report. The meeting included public comments regarding neighborhood concerns, historical cemetery issues, and upcoming veteran events.

• Approved FY 2025 budget amendment for homeless services (6-0)
• Approved FY 2025 budget amendment for Sentara Cares grant (6-0)
• Approved $1.4M for Queens Way Streetscape project (6-0)
• Approved FY 2025 budget amendment for Homeland Security fire grant (6-0)
• Approved 2025 City Council meeting calendar (6-0)
• Approved minutes from August 14 and July 10 meetings (6-0)
• Accepted 2023-2024 CDBG/HOME performance report (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for three deferred short-term rental use permits and one rezoning application. The body will also elect a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Use Permit 23-0280: Short-Term Rental at 507 Whealton Road
• Use Permit 23-0352: Short-Term Rental at 28 Castle Haven Rd
• Use Permit 23-0353: Short-Term Rental at 100 Baker Farm Dr
• Rezoning 24-0399: 67 W Little Back River Road from R-9 to R-4 for two 1-family dwellings

City Council Legislative Session

The Hampton City Council will consider items on the consent agenda, several short‑term rental use permits, a rezoning application for four parcels on Semple Farm Road, multiple budget‑related resolutions, and an ordinance updating stormwater management codes. Public hearings will be held for the short‑term rental permits and the rezoning request. The council will also review appointments to various city commissions and advisory boards.

• Consent agenda: approval of performance contract amendments, resolution supporting the Phoebus Partnership, and approval of prior meeting minutes
• Use permit applications for short‑term rentals at 3808 Chesapeake Ave, 136 S Second St, 406 N Second St, 526 Settlers Landing Rd, and 404 N Second St
• Rezoning application by D.R. Horton, Inc. to rezone four parcels at 31, 39, 41, and 49 Semple Farm Rd (~7.93 acres) from R‑11 to MD‑1 for townhouse multifamily development
• Ordinance to repeal Chapters 13.1 and 33.2 and enact Chapter 33.3 of the City Code for stormwater management and erosion control
• Resolutions to appropriate state and federal grant funds for children’s services, victim‑witness program, foster grandparent program, and other FY 2025 budget items

The City Council deferred a rezoning application by D.R. Horton for four parcels on Semple Farm Road to allow for a community meeting, after concerns were raised about lack of public input. The Council also denied a use permit for a short-term rental at 404 N Second St because it did not meet the 300-foot separation requirement. All other agenda items, including consent agenda, budget amendments, and appointments, were approved unanimously.

• Deferred D.R. Horton rezoning at Semple Farm Road to 11/13/2024 (7-0)
• Denied short-term rental use permit at 404 N Second St (7-0)
• Removed four short-term rental applications from agenda for administrative review (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including CSB contract amendments and Phoebus Partnership resolution (7-0)
• Approved nine budget amendment resolutions for state and federal grants (7-0)
• Approved stormwater management and erosion control ordinance update (7-0)
• Deferred HARTAC and CPAG appointments to 10/9/2024 (7-0)
• Approved multiple board and commission appointments (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to receive briefings on a new Buckroe Playground and Virginia erosion management regulations. The body will also consider closed session topics regarding city manager performance and property negotiations. Additionally, the council will discuss appointments to various local boards and commissions.

• Briefing on New Buckroe Playground
• Briefing on Virginia Erosion and Stormwater Management ACT
• Consideration of Appointments to the Hampton Commission on the Arts
• Consideration of Appointments to the Citizens Police Advisory Group
• Closed session regarding City Manager performance and property negotiations

The City Council held a work session with no formal votes on substantive items. They received a briefing on the proposed replacement for the Buckroe playground, including community survey results and design adjustments, and staff was directed to proceed with contracts. They also heard a presentation on updates to the Virginia Erosion and Stormwater Management Act (VESMA) and the corresponding local ordinance changes. The council unanimously approved a motion to enter closed session and later certified that session.

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

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the July 18, 2024 meeting and consider appointing a new secretary. It will hold a public hearing on a rezoning application by D.R. Horton, Inc. for four parcels at 31, 39, 41, and 49 Semple Farm Road, changing the zoning from R-11 to MD-1. The commission will also receive the August 2024 Monthly Youth Planner Report and a briefing on the Natural Infrastructure Resilience Plan.

• 24-0380 – Approval of minutes from July 18, 2024 Planning Commission meeting
• 24-0379 – Consideration of appointment of Secretary to the Planning Commission
• 24-0278 – Rezoning application by D.R. Horton, Inc. for parcels at 31, 39, 41, 49 Semple Farm Rd (~7.93 acres) from R-11 to MD-1
• 24-0377 – August 2024 Monthly Youth Planner Report
• 24-0383 – Natural Infrastructure Resilience Plan briefing

City Council Work Session

The City Council work session included presentations on the 2024-25 General Assembly session review and the Office of Youth and Young Adult Opportunities' annual report, highlighting a 50% reduction in gun violence year-to-date. No formal decisions were made; the only action was a motion to enter closed session, which was approved unanimously.

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

City Council Legislative Session

The Hampton City Council will hold a legislative session to decide on 19 budget amendments totaling over $1.3 million in state and federal grants for public safety, transportation, and homeless services. The meeting also includes public hearings on a rezoning request for 12.45 acres at 1232 W. Queen Street and ordinances to regulate homestay rentals and open burning.

• Accept $1.3M in grants including $423,928 for Traffic Signals Retimings Phase II and $315,704 for Juvenile Community Crime Control
• Rezone +12.45 acres at 1232 W. Queen Street from R-11 to MD-4 and C-1 districts
• Amend zoning to allow homestay rentals with zoning administrator approval
• Approve $1.29M for War Memorial Stadium Locker Room Project
• Designate Fort Wool restoration as a legislative priority

The City Council approved a rezoning for 12.45 acres at 1232 W. Queen Street to multifamily and neighborhood commercial use with 13 proffered conditions. It also approved ordinances adding a homestay rental definition and permitting homestay rentals in various zoning districts, and updating short-term rental overlay separation requirements. The council appointed Courtney R. Sydnor as the next full-time City Attorney and approved her employment contract. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the consent agenda and one nay on the short-term rental overlay update.

• Approved rezoning of 12.45 acres at 1232 W. Queen Street to MD-4 and C-1 with 13 proffered conditions (7-0)
• Approved ordinance adding 'homestay rental' definition (7-0)
• Approved ordinance permitting homestay rentals in multiple zoning districts (7-0)
• Approved ordinance updating short-term rental overlay separation requirements (6-1)
• Approved consent agenda with 19 items including grant acceptances and budget amendments (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Appointed Courtney R. Sydnor as City Attorney and approved employment contract (7-0)
• Approved resolution establishing sister city relationship with Malanje, Angola (7-0)
• Approved resolution designating Fort Wool restoration as legislative priority (7-0)

City Council Special Session

The City Council and Hampton School Board are holding a special session to tour recent improvements made to Darling Stadium. No other legislative actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Tour of Darling Stadium improvements (Item 24-0364)

The City Council and School Board held a special session to tour the completed Darling Stadium improvements, including the new synthetic turf field. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational, with staff and project partners describing the project's completion, funding, and future maintenance plans.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the special session
• Tour of Darling Stadium improvements conducted

City Council Special Session

The City Council met in special session and voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss personnel and appointee matters, including the performance of the City Manager and Clerk of Council, the terms of appointment for a City Attorney candidate, and legal consultation. After the closed session, the council voted 5-2 to certify the closed session, with two members out. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (7-0)
• Approved resolution certifying closed session (5-2)

City Council Special Session

The Hampton City Council called a special session to conduct a closed meeting for interviews with candidates for the City Attorney position. The session includes a resolution certifying the closed session before adjournment.

• 24-0346 Closed session for City Attorney candidate interviews
• 24-0347 Resolution certifying closed session

The Hampton City Council held a special session to conduct a closed session for interviewing candidates for the City Attorney position. The council approved the closed session motion and later certified the session as compliant with Virginia law. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for City Attorney interviews (6-0, Harper absent)
• Approved resolution certifying closed session (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Hampton Planning Commission will discuss and vote on multiple zoning ordinance amendments related to short-term rentals and homestays, including updates to definitions, permitted uses, and overlay district requirements. The meeting will also consider a rezoning application for a 12.45-acre site at 1232 W. Queen Street and a use permit for a daycare facility at 1416 Todds Lane.

• Withdrawal of ordinance 24-0336 to update short-term rental qualifying requirements
• Addition of 'Homestay Rental' definition and permitted use in multiple zoning districts (ordinance 24-0276 and 24-0277)
• Update to short-term rental separation requirements in overlay districts (ordinance 24-0313)
• Rezoning of +12.45 acres at 1232 W. Queen Street from R-11 to MD-4 and C-1 districts (application 24-0329)
• Use permit for daycare at 1416 Todds Lane (application 24-0325)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will review updates regarding Grant Street engagement and the 2024 hurricane season. The session also includes a police briefing on crime data and several considerations for local board and commission appointments.

• Grant Street Engagement Update
• Hampton Police Division briefing on crime data comparison and division resources
• 2024 Hurricane Season update and emergency management status report
• Multiple appointments to various city boards, including the Arts Commission and the Wetlands Board
• Closed session regarding personnel performance, real property, and legal counsel

Council held a work session featuring presentations on the Grant Street Redevelopment Project, citywide crime statistics, and emergency management. No substantive policy decisions were made during the open session, though 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 several legislative items including budget amendments for school operating funds, tourism grants, and a summer food program. The session also includes public hearings on community development plans and consideration of numerous local board appointments.

• Resolution to appropriate $13,906,613 in additional state funds to the School Operating Fund
• Public hearing for the FY2025 CDBG and HOME Investment Partnerships Program Annual Action Plan Amendment
• Resolution regarding participation in an opioid-related settlement against Kroger
• Encroachment agreement for Lumos Networks Inc. to install fiber optic cable on Enterprise Parkway
• Ordinance to designate two additional fine streets under the City Code

City Council designated two road sections as additional fine streets with enhanced $200 speeding penalties. The Council also approved over $13.9 million in additional state funding for schools and updated the FY2025 CDBG and HOME Action Plan.

• Approved $200 speeding fines for Shell Road and Greenbrier Avenue (7-0)
• Appropriated $13,906,613 in additional state funds to the School Operating Fund (7-0)
• Approved FY2025 CDBG and HOME Annual Action Plan Amendment (7-0)
• Approved USDA Summer Food Service Program Grant (7-0)
• Approved Virginia Tourism Grants for Hampton Jazz Festival (7-0)
• Approved settlement of opioid claims against Kroger (7-0)
• Approved SMART SCALE support for Chesapeake Avenue project (7-0)
• Reappointed multiple members to various city commissions and boards (7-0)

City Council Special Session

The City Council will hold a closed session regarding specific public employees. The discussion focuses on the status and appointment of staff within the Community Development Department.

• Discussion of status and appointment of specific public employees in the Community Development Department

The City Council met for a special session to conduct a closed session regarding the status and appointment of specific public employees in the Community Development Department. The council subsequently approved a resolution certifying the closed session.

• Approved closed session to discuss Community Development Department personnel (6-0)
• Approved resolution certifying closed session (6-0)

City Council Special Session

The Hampton City Council held a special session on July 8, 2024, whose only business was a closed session to interview candidates for the City Attorney position. Council voted 7-0 to enter closed session and 7-0 to certify the closed session. No hiring decision or other substantive action is recorded in these minutes; the meeting adjourned at 12:05 p.m.

• Approved entering closed session to interview City Attorney candidates (7-0)
• Approved resolution certifying the closed session (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider ordinances regarding 'Homestay Rental' definitions and use standards. The meeting also includes a rezoning request for townhomes and an application to expand an existing substation.

• Ordinance to add 'Homestay Rental' definition and related standards (anticipated deferral)
• Rezoning of +/- 7.93 acres at 31, 39, 41, and 49 Semple Farm Road from R-11 to MD-1
• Expansion of an existing substation near 1606 Hardy Cash Drive

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council is considering several ordinances to establish a new Short-Term Rental Overlay district. This includes multiple rezoning applications across various zones such as Back River, Buckroe, Coliseum Central, Downtown, Fort Monroe, Fox Hill, and Hampton River.

• Resolution to acquire up to three fire trucks
• Use permit for short-term rental at 3808 Chesapeake Ave
• Use permit for short-term rental at 136 S Second St
• Use permit for short-term rental at 404 N Second St
• Use permit for short-term rental at 406 N Second St

City Council approved a comprehensive framework to regulate short-term rentals (STRs), including density caps and separation requirements. The council also increased salaries for the Mayor and Council members and appointed a new Interim City Attorney.

• Approved STR zoning amendments and 51 overlay district rezonings (7-0)
• Approved Mayor's salary increase to $47,000 and Council pay to $43,000 (7-0)
• Approved Elizabeth Lake Estates Service District tax increase from $1.06 to $1.10 (7-0)
• Appointed Cynthia E. Hudson as Interim City Attorney effective June 17, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved equipment lease to acquire up to three fire trucks (7-0)
• Approved property transfer and easements to VDOT for I-64 Express Lanes (7-0)
• Approved easements for Dominion Energy to serve Langley Air Force Base (7-0)
• Deferred five STR use permit applications to September 11, 2024 (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hear a presentation from the Elizabeth Lake Estates Civic Association. The session also includes consideration of various appointments and a closed session regarding personnel, property, and legal matters.

• Presentation by Elizabeth Lake Estates Civic Association
• Appointments to the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board
• Appointments to the Western Tidewater Regional Jail Authority

The City Council heard a presentation from the Elizabeth Lake Estates Civic Association regarding a proposed service district tax increase. The council entered a closed session to discuss personnel, real property, and legal advice. No public votes were taken on the tax increase during this session.

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

City Council Work Session

The City Council will receive updates regarding Virginia Peninsula Community College and the Natural Infrastructure Resilience Plan. The session also includes a discussion on branding for the Hampton Coliseum and Convention Center campus.

• Virginia Peninsula Community College update
• Hampton Coliseum and Convention Center Campus Branding
• Briefing on the Natural Infrastructure Resilience Plan
• Closed session to consult with legal counsel regarding short term rentals

City Council concurred with staff recommendations to pursue the Natural Infrastructure Resilience Plan, which includes a goal to increase the city's tree canopy to 33%. The council also approved entering a closed session to consult with legal counsel regarding short-term rentals.

• Concurred with staff recommendation to pursue Natural Infrastructure Resilience Plan
• Approved closed session to consult legal counsel on short-term rentals (6-0)
• Approved resolution certifying closed session (6-0)

City Council Ceremonial Session

The City Council will hold a ceremonial session focused on honoring valedictorians and salutatorians. No legislative or policy actions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Spotlight on Valedictorians and Salutatorians

The City Council held a ceremonial session to recognize the valedictorians and salutatorians from Kecoughtan, Bethel, Hampton, and Phoebus high schools. No legislative actions or votes were taken during the meeting.

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council will meet for a legislative session to consider several resolutions. Key items include the proposed closure and sale of the Hampton Roads Regional Jail and various budget amendments.

• Resolution approving the closure and sale of the Hampton Roads Regional Jail
• Resolution authorizing an amendment to the Western Tidewater Regional Jail Authority agreement
• Resolution to amend the FY 2024 budget for the 2023 Urban Area Security Initiative Grant
• Resolution to amend the FY 2024 budget for the Family and Children’s Trust (FACT) Fund of Virginia Emergency Funds Project
• Three encroachment agreements regarding wood or vinyl fence installations

City Council approved the closure and sale of the Hampton Roads Regional Jail to Portsmouth and authorized joining the Western Tidewater Regional Jail Authority. The council also approved several budget amendments for grants and three residential fence encroachment agreements.

• Approved sale of Hampton Roads Regional Jail to Portsmouth (6-0)
• Approved joining Western Tidewater Regional Jail Authority (6-0)
• Approved budget amendment for 2023 Urban Area Security Initiative Grant (6-0)
• Approved budget amendment for Family and Children’s Trust Fund grant (6-0)
• Approved fence encroachment agreement for Ashley Brunner (6-0)
• Approved fence encroachment agreement for Thomas and Julie Edmondson (6-0)
• Approved fence encroachment agreement for Nikara J. Brown and Shaun Kasib Gaines (6-0)
• Approved minutes from previous work and legislative sessions (6-0)

City Council Special Session

The City Council is holding a special session to discuss the performance of the Office of Youth and Young Adult Opportunities. This discussion will take place in a closed session pursuant to Virginia Code.

• Discussion regarding the performance of the Office of Youth and Young Adult Opportunities
• Resolution Certifying Closed Session (24-0273)

The City Council met for a special session to discuss the performance of the Office of Youth and Young Adult Opportunities. The council approved entering a closed session and subsequently approved a resolution certifying that closed session.

• Approved closed session to discuss Office of Youth and Young Adult Opportunities performance (5-0)
• Approved resolution certifying the closed session (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Commission will review several ordinances to amend the city's zoning code regarding bed and breakfast definitions, short-term rental standards, and permit fees. The meeting also includes numerous rezoning applications to establish various zones within a new Short-Term Rental Overlay (O-STR) district across multiple areas of the city.

• Ordinance to amend zoning regarding Zoning Administrator Permits and associated fees
• Ordinance to modify 'Short-term rental' use standards and 'Bed and breakfast' definitions
• Creation of a new Short-Term Rental Overlay (O-STR) District to regulate density and separation
• Multiple rezoning applications for O-STR zones in Back River, Buckroe, Coliseum Central, Downtown, Fort Monroe, Fox Hill, Hampton River, Long Creek, and Neil Armstrong areas

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council will review ordinances to adopt real estate and personal property tax rates for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda also includes zoning amendments regarding parking requirements and recreational facilities. Additionally, several budget appropriations for city funds and services are up for consideration.

• Adoption of FY 2025 real estate and personal property tax rates
• Zoning changes to reduce minimum parking in Coliseum Central Overlay
• Transfer of funds between environmental impact bond projects
• Encroachment agreements with Lumos Networks Inc. for fiber optic installation
• Contract price increase for Maritime Center Façade Repairs

Hampton City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund budget of $643,271,950, along with the real estate and personal property tax rates and numerous other fund budgets. Council also approved two Coliseum Central Overlay zoning amendments allowing buildings up to 150 feet and reducing minimum parking to zero, and approved five zoning amendments permitting private schools in manufacturing districts and adding 'physical recreational facility' as a use. Councilmember Mugler abstained from the vote on funding for the Commissioner of the Revenue, citing her spouse's position; that portion passed 6-0. A vote on the Elizabeth Lake Estates Service District tax rate was deferred to June 12, 2024.

• Approved FY2025 General Fund budget of $643,271,950, amended to move $44,116 from Elizabeth Lake Estates Special Assessment to Contingency Reserve (7-0)
• Approved Commissioner of the Revenue budget portion separately (6-0, Mugler abstained)
• Approved FY2025 real estate tax rate ordinance on second and final reading (7-0)
• Approved FY2025 tangible personal property tax rates on second and final reading (7-0)
• Approved Coliseum Central Overlay zoning amendment allowing 150-ft building height and no density or lot coverage maximums (7-0)
• Approved Coliseum Central Overlay parking amendment reducing minimum parking to zero (7-0)
• Approved five zoning amendments permitting private schools in M-2/M-3 districts and adding 'physical recreational facility' use (7-0 each)
• Deferred Elizabeth Lake Estates Service District tax rate ordinance to June 12, 2024 (7-0)

City Council Ceremonial Session

The City Council will hold a ceremonial session focused on recognizing students from the Hampton City Schools' ACE program. No legislative actions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Recognition of Hampton City Schools' ACE Students

The City Council held a ceremonial session to recognize 58 students who earned Associate’s Degrees through the Hampton City Schools ACE Academy and dual enrollment program. Students were presented with City pins and City coins.

City Council Special Session

The City Council is meeting to hold a public hearing regarding the City Manager's recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2025. The council will also take legislative action to adopt various tax, fee, and appropriation ordinances.

• Public hearing on the FY 2025 recommended budget
• Ordinance to adopt real estate and improvements tax rates for FY 2025
• Ordinance to adopt tangible personal property tax rates for 2025
• Ordinance to amend solid waste and sewer use rate determinations
• Ordinance to adopt the General Fund budget for City and Schools

The Hampton City Council held a special session to begin adopting the Fiscal Year 2025 budget. All seven council members voted unanimously to approve first readings of the General Fund budget, capital budget, and various fee ordinances, including a proposed increase to the Elizabeth Lake Estates service district tax. Councilmember Martha Mugler abstained from voting on the specific budget line for the Commissioner of the Revenue due to a conflict of interest, as her spouse holds that position.

• Approved first reading of FY25 General Fund budget (7-0, with 1 abstention on specific line item)
• Approved first reading of FY25 Capital Budget (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Elizabeth Lake Estates service district tax rate amendment (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Solid Waste fee increase ordinance (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Sewer User charge amendment (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Real Estate tax rate ordinance (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Tangible Personal Property tax rates (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Law Library court costs amendment (7-0)

City Council Ceremonial Session

The City Council will hold a ceremonial session. The meeting includes a spotlight on volunteers from the Hampton History Museum.

• Spotlight on Hampton History Museum's Volunteers

The City Council held a ceremonial session to honor volunteers at the Hampton History Museum. Recognized individuals were presented with plaques for their work leading tours and creating programs.

• Recognized Hampton History Museum volunteers with plaques

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and a proposed real property tax rate decrease. The session also includes a vote on the FY 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Resolution to appropriate $262,800 for a Steam Plant Facility Condition Assessment and Improvement Study
• Encroachment agreement with Donald R. Woods and Patricia Woods for a six-foot wood fence
• Public hearing on the FY 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Public hearing regarding a proposed real property tax rate decrease from $1.16 to $1.15 per $100 of assessed value
• Public hearing regarding the City Manager's recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2025

City Council approved the FY 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan and the FY2025 CDBG and HOME Investment Partnerships. The council also authorized funding for a steam plant study and approved a residential encroachment agreement. Public hearings were held regarding the FY 2025 budget and real property tax rates.

• Approved FY 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan (7-0)
• Approved FY2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships (7-0)
• Appropriated $262,800 for Steam Plant Facility Condition Assessment and Improvement Study (7-0)
• Approved encroachment agreement for Donald R. and Patricia Woods to install a six-foot wood fence (7-0)
• Appointed Gaylene Kanoyton to the Hampton VA 250 Committee through October 31, 2026 (7-0)
• Approved appointments to Virginia Municipal League 2024 Policy Committees (7-0)
• Approved minutes from the April 10, 2024 special session (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold briefings regarding the Hampton City Schools budget and the City Manager's recommended Fiscal Year 2025 budget. The session also includes a discussion on a service district tax increase request for Elizabeth Lakes Estates.

• Briefing on Hampton City Schools Budget
• Briefing on Elizabeth Lakes Estates Request for a Service District Tax Increase
• Budget Discussion: City Manager's Recommended Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
• Closed session regarding real property in Buckroe and Downtown Hampton
• Consideration of an Appointment to the Hampton VA 250 Committee

The City Council held a work session to review the Fiscal Year 2025 budget recommendations. Council members discussed a proposed service district tax increase for Elizabeth Lake Estates but agreed to defer final approval until the civic association demonstrates 65% resident support. The Council also received a briefing on the Hampton City Schools budget and discussed potential funding for middle school sports programs.

• Approved closed session (7-0)
• Certified closed session (7-0)
• Deferred Elizabeth Lake Estates tax increase vote pending 65% resident support
• Received briefing on Hampton City Schools FY25 budget
• Received briefing on Elizabeth Lake Estates service district tax request
• Discussed City Manager's recommended FY25 budget (no vote taken)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several ordinances to amend the city's zoning code. These include adjustments to height, density, and parking requirements in the Coliseum Central Overlay, as well as adding definitions and permissions for physical recreational facilities across various districts.

• Amendments to site design standards for height, density, and lot coverage in the Coliseum Central Overlay
• Reduction of minimum parking requirements to zero in the Coliseum Central Overlay (O-CC) District
• Addition of 'Physical Recreational Facility' definition and permitted uses in multiple districts
• Permitting private schools in Light Manufacturing (M-2) and Heavy Manufacturing (M-3) districts
• Briefings on Hampton Youth Commission and Short Term Rental regulations

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss the City Manager's recommended Fiscal Year 2025 budget highlights and the FY 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan. The session also includes a briefing on a poverty study and discussions regarding real property in specific corridors.

• Briefing on Poverty Study & Family Resilience and Economic Empowerment
• FY 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan budget briefing
• Highlights of the FY 2025 Recommended Budget
• Discussion regarding real property in Neil Armstrong Parkway and LaSalle Avenue corridor
• Appointment to the Hampton VA 250 Committee

City Council held a work session to review a proposed $643.2 million budget, a five-year Capital Improvement Plan, and a poverty study. No formal votes were taken on these items as they are scheduled for upcoming public hearings. The session included briefings on human services and economic empowerment strategies.

• No substantive decisions made; items were presented for briefing and discussion

City Council Legislative Session

The Hampton City Council approved two use permits: one for a restaurant to extend hours and add live entertainment, and another for a martial arts school. The Council also approved several grant acceptances and a tax exemption adjustment for seniors. A resolution regarding land transfers for the I-64 express lanes project was deferred to June 12.

• Approved Use Permit 24-0049 for George Restaurant with 12 conditions (7-0)
• Approved Use Permit 24-0092 for TC Green martial arts school with 8 conditions (7-0)
• Deferred Resolution 24-0093 for I-64 land transfers to June 12 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-0164 adjusting tax exemption limits for elderly/disabled (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including 6 grant acceptances and 3 other items (7-0)
• Deferred Appointment to Hampton VA 250 Committee to April 24 (7-0)

City Council Special Session

The City Council is convening a special session to conduct business in a closed session. Discussions include real property matters, committee appointments, and legal consultation.

• Discussion of real property acquisition or disposition near Neil Armstrong Parkway and LaSalle Avenue
• Consultation with legal counsel regarding short term rentals and council conduct
• Consideration of an appointment to the Hampton VA 250 Committee
• Resolution certifying the closed session

The Hampton City Council convened a special session primarily for a closed meeting. The closed session covered appointments, real property acquisition or disposition in specific corridors, and legal advice regarding short-term rentals and council conduct. The council also considered an appointment to the Hampton VA 250 Committee and certified the closed session.

• Approved motion to convene closed session (6-0)
• Considered appointment to Hampton VA 250 Committee
• Approved resolution certifying closed session (6-0)

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council will meet for a legislative session to address several resolutions, ordinances, and appointments. Items include property tax refunds, encroachment agreements, and updates to the city code.

• Resolution to approve a refund of Coliseum Central Business Improvement District taxes for 1950 Saville Row
• Encroachment agreement with Joseph Teresi and Evalyn Teresi for a four-foot split rail fence
• Encroachment agreement with Sascha Winter for a wood privacy fence
• Ordinance to amend city code regarding licenses (Section 18.1-12)
• Ordinance to authorize traffic control device violation monitoring systems

Hampton City Council approved an ordinance authorizing traffic control device violation monitoring systems, part of the HRBT expansion program to address Don't Block the Box violations, with an initial warning period before civil penalties. Council also approved an ordinance designating a downtown outdoor refreshment area and increasing permitted special events from 16 to 32 per year. Several appointments were made to city boards and authorities, and one appointment was deferred. The meeting included public comments on traffic safety and other issues, but no public hearings or presentations.

• Approved consent agenda including refund of erroneously assessed Coliseum Central Business Improvement District taxes at 1950 Saville Row (7-0)
• Approved encroachment agreement with Joseph and Evalyn Teresi for a four-foot split rail fence in a drainage easement (7-0)
• Approved encroachment agreement with Sascha Winter for a wood privacy fence in a drainage and utility easement (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending City Code Chapter 18.1, Section 18.1-12 on prerequisites to validity (7-0)
• Approved minutes from legislative sessions of April 26, 2023, and February 28, 2024, and work sessions of May 24, 2023, and March 13, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved ordinance authorizing traffic control device violation monitoring systems for Don't Block the Box enforcement (7-0)
• Approved ordinance designating an outdoor refreshment area downtown and increasing annual special events from 16 to 32 (7-0)
• Deferred appointment to Hampton VA 250 Committee to April 10, 2024 legislative session (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to review preliminary budget revenue estimates and the School Zone Safety Program. The council will also review I-Value citizen outreach results and consider several appointments during closed session.

• School Zone Safety Program briefing
• Preliminary budget revenue estimates briefing
• I-Value citizen outreach results
• Discussion of real property in Coliseum Central and Phoebus areas
• Appointments to the H20 CDA, VA 250 Committee, and Economic Development Authority

The City Council received briefings on the School Zone Safety Program, preliminary revenue estimates, and I-Value citizen outreach results. The council entered a closed session to discuss appointments, real property in the Coliseum Central and Phoebus areas, and legal matters regarding short-term rentals.

• Approved resolution certifying closed session (7-0)

City Council Ceremonial Session

The City Council will hold a ceremonial session to recognize significant business anniversaries. No legislative actions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Significant Business Anniversaries

The Hampton City Council convened for a ceremonial session to honor several long-standing local businesses operating in the city for 50 years or more. The minutes record no substantive policy decisions, votes, or ordinances, as the meeting was strictly dedicated to ceremonial recognition and adjourned at 6:18 p.m.

• Recognized long-standing Hampton businesses operating for 50 years or more

Planning Commission

The Hampton Planning Commission will hold public hearings to review five use permit applications, including requests for three short-term rentals, a private school at W Mercury Boulevard, and expanded hours and entertainment space for George Restaurant. Staff reports with recommended conditions are attached for each item. The commission may also receive the March Youth Commission report and address public comments before adjourning.

• Use permit applications for short-term rentals at 507 Whealton Road, 28 Castle Haven Rd, and 100 Baker Farm Dr
• Use permit to extend operating hours and expand live entertainment space for George Restaurant at 20 W Mercury Boulevard
• Use permit to establish a private school operated by TC Green at 3318 & 3320 W Mercury Boulevard
• Approval of minutes from the February 22, 2024 meeting

City Council Work Session

The City Council will receive a briefing regarding the Model Block Initiative. The session includes a closed session to discuss downtown real property and public fund investments. The council will also consider various appointments to local advisory committees.

• Briefing on the Model Block Initiative (24-0099)
• Closed session regarding downtown real property and public funds (24-0097)
• Appointments to the Animal Control Advisory Committee (24-0061)
• Appointments to the Coliseum Advisory Committee (24-0063)
• Appointments to the Neighborhood Commission (24-0064)

City Council received a briefing on the Model Block Program to modernize postwar housing in the Fordham and Old Northampton neighborhoods. The session included a report on the Rock the Block matching grant program for exterior home enhancements. Council approved entering a closed session to discuss appointments, real estate, and legal matters.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (6-0)
• Approved resolution certifying closed session (7-0)

City Council Legislative Session

The council will hold a public hearing on the FY2025 CDBG and HOME Annual Action Plan. Members will also review use permit applications for an indoor betting facility and restaurant expansion. Additionally, the council will consider property transfers to the Virginia Department of Transportation.

• Public hearing on FY2025 CDBG and HOME Annual Action Plan
• Use permit for Colonial Downs Group LLC at 1990-1996 Power Plant Parkway
• Use permit for Chance’s Restaurant & Lounge, LLC at 555 Settlers Landing Rd.
• Property transfers near Woodlands Golf Course for I-64 Express Lanes
• Acceptance of a gift to establish the Pat Minetti police endowment

Hampton City Council approved a use permit allowing the Colonial Downs off-track betting facility at Power Plant Parkway to operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with 16 conditions including an annual police security audit. Council also approved a use permit for Chance's Restaurant & Lounge at 555 Settlers Landing Rd. to expand hours and indoor live entertainment, and approved all consent agenda items including an endowment honoring former Police Chief Pat Minetti. A resolution authorizing property transfers and easements to VDOT for the I-64 Express Lanes project was deferred to April 10, 2024. Council made numerous committee appointments, all by 7-0 votes.

• Approved use permit for Colonial Downs to operate 24/7 at 1990-1996 Power Plant Parkway with 16 conditions (7-0)
• Approved use permit for Chance's Restaurant & Lounge at 555 Settlers Landing Rd. to expand hours and live entertainment area with 12 conditions (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including amendments to Animal Control Advisory Committee and endowment honoring former Police Chief Pat Minetti (7-0)
• Deferred VDOT property transfer and easement resolution for I-64 Express Lanes project to April 10, 2024 (7-0)
• Appointed Desiree Darden to Animal Control Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Reappointed and appointed members to Coliseum Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Appointed members to Neighborhood Commission, Wetlands Board, Social Services Local Advisory Board, and EVRIFA (7-0)
• Approved minutes from February 14, 2024 Work Session and February 28, 2024 Ceremonial Session (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will conduct a workshop regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 budget development and prioritization. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss legal matters regarding short term rentals and several board or commission appointments.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Development Workshop
• Legal consultation regarding short term rentals
• Athletic Hall of Fame appointment
• Board of Review of Real Estate Assessments appointment
• Hampton Clean City Commission appointments

At a Feb. 28 budget work session, Hampton City Council heard presentations on the FY2025 budget, tax relief programs, utility rates, and compensation, then voted in non-binding polling exercises. Members favored a 4% general wage increase plus a 3% market adjustment (6-1), a compression adjustment of 0.5% per year of service (4-3), and a 20-year cap on compression (7-0). They also voted 6-1 for the City to cover 100% of a projected 5.1% health insurance premium increase, and 7-0 for a $6.63 monthly solid waste fee increase. No ordinances, contracts, or tax rates were adopted; final decisions await revenue estimates.

• Poll: 6-1 for 4% general wage increase plus 3% market adjustment ($4.1M)
• Poll: 4-3 for compression adjustment of 0.5% per year of service
• Poll: 7-0 to cap compression adjustment at 20 years of service
• Poll: 6-1 for City to cover 100% of 5.1% health insurance premium increase
• Poll: 7-0 for $6.63/month solid waste fee increase for FY25, keeping existing services
• Poll: 5-2 for combined $10.96/month wastewater fee increase to meet state mandates
• Poll: 3-1-2 on budget philosophy; three favored compensation over tax rate reduction
• Approved closed session (7-0) and certified it (6-0, Mayor Tuck absent)

City Council Ceremonial Session

The Hampton City Council will hold a ceremonial session on February 28, 2024. The agenda features a spotlight on Special Olympics volunteers and contains no legislative items.

• Spotlight on Special Olympics Volunteers

The Hampton City Council met in a ceremonial session on February 28, 2024, with Vice Mayor Jimmy Gray presiding because Mayor Donnie R. Tuck arrived later at 6:12 p.m. The only substantive item was a Spotlight on Special Olympics Volunteers, presented by Communications Strategist Robin McCormick, recognizing volunteers Carolyn Cloud, Jane Hobbs (not present), Sally Jo Nichols (not present), Dave Smith, Curtis Stephens, Charlotte Wynn, and Lennon Wynn. Honorees received City coins and were photographed with program participants. No ordinances, contracts, budgets, or other policy decisions were recorded; the meeting adjourned at 6:15 p.m.

• No substantive policy decisions recorded; ceremonial session only
• Recognized Special Olympics volunteers with City coins (no vote recorded)
• Mayor Tuck recorded as excused at roll call; arrived 6:12 p.m.
• Meeting adjourned at 6:15 p.m. (no vote recorded)

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council will consider several budget amendments, including emergency management grants and a FEMA hazard mitigation project. The session also includes public hearings for multiple short-term rental use permit applications and various board appointments.

• Amendment to accept the 2023 Emergency Management Performance grant
• Amendment to accept the FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program award for the Hampton Elevation Project
• Encroachment agreement with WANRack, LLC for school communication infrastructure
• Ordinance vacating a portion of Grant Street totaling approximately 0.066 acres
• Short-term rental use permit applications for Chesapeake Ave, S Second St, N Second St, and Settlers Landing Road

City Council deferred five short-term rental use permit applications to June 12, 2024, pending the codification of new management guidelines. The Council also approved several budget amendments for emergency grants and made multiple board and commission appointments.

• Deferred five short-term rental use permits to 6/12/2024 (7-0)
• Approved FY 2024 budget amendment for 2023 Emergency Management Performance Grant (7-0)
• Approved FY 2024 budget amendment for FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (7-0)
• Approved encroachment agreement for wood fence at Christina A. Thomas property (7-0)
• Approved encroachment agreements for WANRack, LLC communication infrastructure (7-0)
• Approved vacating 0.066± acres of public right-of-way on Grant Street (7-0)
• Approved donation of gear to Virginia Emergency Services Assistance Program (7-0)
• Appointed members to Athletic Hall of Fame, Clean City Commission, and other boards (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several use permit applications. These include amending conditions for a horse racing facility at Power Plant Parkway and expanding hours for two restaurants. The commission will also review the January 18, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Amend conditions for indoor off-track betting at 1990 to 1996 Power Plant Parkway
• Expand hours and live entertainment area at 555 Settlers Landing Rd. Suite M & N
• Extend hours and expand live entertainment area at 20 W Mercury Boulevard
• Approval of January 18, 2024, meeting minutes

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council will consider a $6,092,394 budget amendment to fund vehicle acquisition and maintenance. The session also includes zoning changes for daycare outdoor play areas and wireless franchise bids. A use permit application for Hampton University is scheduled for public hearing.

• $6,092,394 budget amendment for equipment and vehicle acquisition
• Zoning amendments for daycare outdoor play and dining areas
• Use permit application by Hampton University at 2 Eaton St.
• Wireless franchise bids from Verizon, Crown Castle, and Cox
• License agreement with Youth Sailing Virginia, Inc. for Mill Creek Pier

City Council approved nonexclusive franchise agreements for Verizon Wireless, Crown Castle Fiber LLC, and Cox Wireless Access, LLC. The council also passed several zoning amendments regarding daycare outdoor play areas and the addition of mitigation banks as a permitted use. Additionally, $6,092,394 was appropriated from the Capital Budget Committed Fund Balance to the Capital Budget Fund.

• Appropriated $6,092,394 for equipment, vehicles, and maintenance (6-0)
• Approved Use Permit for Hampton University at 2 Eaton St. with 14 conditions (6-0)
• Approved zoning amendments for daycare outdoor play areas in C-1, Downtown, and O-CC districts (6-0)
• Added 'Mitigation Bank' as a permitted use in all zoning districts (6-0)
• Approved wireless franchise agreement for Verizon Wireless (5-1)
• Approved wireless franchise agreement for Crown Castle Fiber LLC (6-0)
• Approved wireless franchise agreement for Cox Wireless Access, LLC (6-0)
• Appointed Demetria Sweat to the Hampton VA 250 Committee (6-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will review staff briefings regarding short-term rental phase 2 and the city's internship program. The session also includes a closed session to consider various appointments and discuss real property in specific city areas.

• Short-term Rental Phase 2 staff briefing
• Briefing on City of Hampton's Internship Program
• I-Value Citizen Outreach briefing
• Consideration of several board and committee appointments
• Discussion of real property in Downtown, LaSalle Avenue Corridor, and Coliseum Central

The Hampton City Council held a work session on February 14, 2024, with no substantive decisions voted on. Staff presented Phase 2 recommendations for regulating short-term rentals (STRs), including an STR zone approach to limit density, and briefed the council on a new centralized internship program (CHIP) and upcoming citizen input sessions for the FY25 budget. The council approved a motion to enter closed session and later certified that closed session; no other actions were taken.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (6-0)
• Approved resolution certifying closed session (6-0)
• No vote on short-term rental recommendations; staff presented options for future ordinance amendments
• No vote on internship program; informational briefing only
• No vote on FY25 budget outreach; informational briefing only

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council will review several budget amendment resolutions, including funding for fire equipment and various grants. The session also includes consideration of multiple staff and liaison appointments across city commissions and committees.

• Resolution to appropriate up to $337,034.82 from FY23 Excess EMS Fees for Fire & Rescue equipment
• Resolution to accept the Operation Ceasefire Grant Program via the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services
• Resolution to accept the Get Outdoors Fund Grant from the Virginia Outdoor Foundation
• Invitation for bids for wireless service and infrastructure providers to use city rights-of-way
• Consideration of appointments to the Hampton VA 250 Committee, Commission on the Arts, and Golf Course Advisory Committee

City Council approved several budget amendments to fund fire and rescue equipment and accept state grants. The council also confirmed multiple appointments to city committees and commissions. No action was taken on wireless franchise bids, which will be reviewed at a later date.

• Appropriated up to $337,034.82 for Fire & Rescue equipment (7-0)
• Accepted FY 2024 Operation Ceasefire Grant for prosecutorial services (7-0)
• Accepted Get Outdoors Fund Grant from Virginia Outdoor Foundation (7-0)
• Authorized funding agreement with Virginia Department of Health (7-0)
• Appointed 16 members to the Hampton VA 250 Committee (7-0)
• Appointed 4 members to the Hampton Commission on the Arts (7-0)
• Appointed 3 members to the Golf Course Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Approved various staff and liaison appointments to city boards (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session featuring budget briefings on real estate assessments and municipal storm sewer systems. The council will also meet in closed session to consider various committee appointments and potential real property acquisitions in the Downtown and Phoebus areas.

• Budget briefing regarding city real estate assessments
• Public Works MS4 (storm sewer system) briefing
• Discussion of potential real property acquisitions in Downtown and Phoebus areas
• Consideration of appointments for several city committees and boards

The City Council held a work session featuring briefings on Fiscal Year 2025 real estate assessments and updated MS4 stormwater permitting requirements. No substantive policy decisions were made during the session, though a motion to enter closed session failed.

• Motion to enter closed session denied (7-0)
• Resolution certifying closed session approved (7-0)

City Council Ceremonial Session

This meeting is a ceremonial session for the Hampton City Council. The agenda includes a spotlight on the State of the City.

• Spotlight on the State of the City

The Hampton City Council held a ceremonial session focused on the Chamber of Commerce State of the City event. Outreach Coordinator Brian Marchese presented information about the event, which serves as a recap of the previous year and a look ahead for business leaders. A video of the event was replayed, and the full recording was announced as available on YouTube and local cable channels. No legislative actions, votes, or policy decisions were taken during this meeting.

• Ceremonial session held to recap Chamber of Commerce State of the City event
• Video of State of the City event replayed
• Full event recording announced for YouTube and local TV channels
• Meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m.

City Council Special Session

The Hampton City Council will convene a closed special session to discuss the performance of the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk. Virginia law requires these personnel evaluations to be held in private, so residents cannot attend or access recordings of the discussion. The meeting concludes with a resolution certifying the closed session before adjournment.

• Closed session per Virginia Code 2.2-3711.A(.1) to review performance of the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk
• Resolution 24-0047 to certify closed session proceedings

The City Council convened a special session to discuss the performance of the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk. The session was held in closed session, and the council later approved a resolution certifying the closed session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss staff performance (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-0047 certifying the closed session (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several ordinances to amend the city's zoning ordinance. Discussion includes adding definitions for mitigation banks, permitting outdoor dining and play areas in various districts, and a use permit application for Hampton University.

• Use Permit Application by Hampton University at 2 Eaton St.
• Ordinance to add 'Mitigation Bank' definition to zoning ordinance
• Ordinance to allow 'Mitigation Bank' as a permitted use in all districts
• Ordinance to permit outdoor dining and daycare play areas in C-1 districts
• Ordinance to permit outdoor play areas for daycares in Downtown Districts

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss property negotiations in the Kecoughtan Road corridor and evaluate city official performance. The agenda also includes several committee appointments and a briefing on special events.

• Property acquisition/disposition in the Kecoughtan Road corridor
• Performance reviews for City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk
• Appointments to various advisory committees and boards
• Special Events Briefing

The City Council held a work session featuring a briefing on special events and their economic impact. No substantive policy decisions were made during the open session, though the council approved entering and certifying a closed session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-0026 certifying closed session (7-0)

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council will review several use permit applications, including converting retail suites into apartments on Merchant Lane. The session also includes budget amendments for various grants and consideration of multiple committee appointments.

• Use permit to convert retail suites into apartments at 1631-1675 Merchant Lane
• Request to expand restaurant hours and live entertainment until 2:00 AM at 87 Lincoln Street
• Proposed cemetery permit at Coliseum Drive and Hampton Roads Center Parkway
• Lease agreement for 13 acres of property at 100 Seldendale Drive
• $247,739 in VDOT funds for three capital projects

Hampton City Council voted 7-0 to deny Use Permit 23-0283, which would have converted retail space at 1631-1675 Merchant Lane in Peninsula Town Center into nine apartments. Council approved Use Permit 23-0312 allowing Karma Restaurant & Lounge at 87 Lincoln Street to expand hours as late as 2 a.m. with 12 conditions, and approved Use Permit 23-0351 for a cemetery expansion at Coliseum Drive and Hampton Roads Center Parkway with seven conditions. Council also approved a new five-year lease with Swingers Golf Club, LLC for 13 acres at 100 Seldendale Drive, and approved several budget resolutions and appointments. Minutes from the Hampton City Schools Community Priorities Workshop and Aberdeen Gardens Historic & Civic Association failed on second votes and will be taken up at a future meeting.

• Denied Use Permit 23-0283 to convert retail at 1631-1675 Merchant Lane into nine apartments (7-0)
• Approved Use Permit 23-0312 for Karma Restaurant & Lounge at 87 Lincoln Street to expand hours as late as 2 a.m. with 12 conditions (7-0)
• Approved Use Permit 23-0351 for cemetery expansion at Coliseum Drive and Hampton Roads Center Parkway with 7 conditions (7-0)
• Approved lease with Swingers Golf Club, LLC for 13 acres at 100 Seldendale Drive, term Feb 1, 2024 to Jan 31, 2029 (7-0)
• Approved $247,739 from VDOT State of Good Repair funds for three capital projects (7-0)
• Approved FY2024 VAWA prosecution grant, ARPA tourism recovery grant, and HUD Continuum of Care planning grant (7-0 each)
• Approved encroachment agreement with Kevin Niblock for a six-foot wood fence (7-0)
• Approved appointments to Board of Zoning Appeals, Planning Commission, Animal Control Advisory Committee, Senior Citizens Advisory Committee, and HRHA (7-0 each)