Suffolk public meetings in 2024

Wetlands Board Packets

The Suffolk Wetlands Board will hold a public hearing regarding a permit to replace a portion of a timber bulkhead along Chuckatuck Creek. The board will also conduct its annual election of officers.

• Public hearing for VMRC24-1833 to replace 350 feet of a 495-foot timber bulkhead at 1500 Steeple Drive
• Annual Election of Officers
• Approval of April 18, 2024 meeting minutes

Wetlands Board Agendas

The Suffolk Wetlands Board will hold a public hearing regarding a permit application for a bulkhead replacement. The board will also conduct its annual election of officers.

• Public hearing for VMRC24-1833 to replace a 350-foot portion of a 495-foot timber bulkhead at 1500 Steeple Dr
• Annual Election of Officers

Children's Services Act Meeting Agendas

The Community Policy and Management Team will meet to approve minutes, review financial reports, and enter closed session for pending cases. Old business includes a follow-up on internal stipend payment procedures and a discussion on using non-contracted providers, with related policies provided. New business features a meeting with Harbor Point representatives, OCS reports on residential care, treatment foster care, and private special education services, as well as CQI observations from the OCS dashboard.

• Follow-up on internal procedure for stipend payment to parent representatives (submitted to legal)
• Discussion on use of non-contracted providers, with enclosures on Contract Negotiation Policy and Emergency Policy for Foster Care
• Meeting with Harbor Point (Rachel Lewis, Jenny Hodge, Sheridan Meriwether)
• OCS reports: utilization of residential care, TFC services, private special ed services, impact of tiered match rates
• CQI observations from OCS dashboard and enclosures

City Council Meeting Agendas

The City Council voted to adopt Suffolk 2045, the city's updated comprehensive plan for long-term growth, and denied a conditional use permit for a solar energy facility on White Marsh Road. Multiple rezoning and permit items were approved, including a residential-to-urban rezoning at Valor Court and Hunter Street, and an industrial rezoning on Nansemond Parkway. Council also directed staff to review and recommend updates to trash collection ordinances in the Historic District.

• Adopted Suffolk 2045 comprehensive plan (6-1-1 vote, continued from Nov. 20 meeting)
• Denied conditional use permit for solar energy facility at 1380-1400 White Marsh Road (7-0-1 vote, Council Member Fawcett abstained)
• Approved rezoning of properties at 506 Valor Court and along Hunter Street to RU (Conditional) district (8-0)
• Approved rezoning of 3829 & 3865 Nansemond Parkway from Residential Low-Medium to Heavy Industrial M-2 (8-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for outdoor operations, storage, and manufacturing on Nansemond Parkway properties (8-0)

The Suffolk City Council approved the Suffolk 2045 Comprehensive Plan with an amendment to the northern growth area, and denied a conditional use permit for a solar energy facility on White Marsh Road. The council also approved two rezoning requests and a conditional use permit for industrial uses on Nansemond Parkway, and directed staff to review refuse collection ordinances in the Historic District.

• Adopted Suffolk 2045 Comprehensive Plan with amendment to northern growth area (6-1, 1 abstention)
• Denied conditional use permit for solar facility at 1380-1400 White Marsh Rd (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved rezoning at 506 Valor Court and Hunter St to Residential Urban (Conditional) (8-0)
• Approved rezoning at 3865 & 3829 Nansemond Pkwy to Heavy Industrial (8-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for outdoor operations/storage at Nansemond Pkwy (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Emergency Operations Plan and fund appropriations (8-0)
• Directed City Manager to review refuse collection ordinances for Historic District (8-0)
• Scheduled City Council Work Session for January 15, 2025 (8-0)

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss updates to the 2045 Comprehensive Plan and revisions to the Emergency Operations Plan. The agenda also includes proposed appointments, which may be discussed in closed session.

• 2045 Comprehensive Plan Update – discussion on long-term growth and development
• Emergency Operations Plan Revisions – updates to disaster response procedures
• Appointments – proposed new members to boards or commissions

The Suffolk City Council held a work session with presentations on the 2045 Comprehensive Plan Update and Emergency Operations Plan revisions. No formal decisions were made on these items. The council unanimously voted to enter a closed meeting to discuss legal matters and appointments to various boards and commissions.

• Received presentation on 2045 Comprehensive Plan Update
• Received presentation on Emergency Operations Plan revisions
• Approved motion to convene closed meeting (8-0)

Children's Services Act Meeting Minutes

The Children's Services Act Community Policy and Management Team met and approved $854,940.54 in CSA requests from the Family Assessment and Planning Team. They voted to cease any new placements with Harbor Point after a discussion. A discussion on the use of non-contracted providers was tabled to the next meeting. The team also received reports on statewide trends and compliance.

• Approved $854,940.54 in total CSA requests from FAPT cases
• Voted to stop all new placements to Harbor Point
• Tabled discussion on non-contracted providers until January CPMT
• Reviewed OCS reports on residential care, TFC services, private special ed, and tiered match rates
• Discussed potential contract violations by vendors, with no new placements until cleared

City Council Meeting Packets

At its December 18, 2024 meeting, the Suffolk City Council will hold a work session on the 2045 Comprehensive Plan update and Emergency Operations Plan revisions, followed by a regular session with public hearings and votes. Key decisions include adopting the 2045 Comprehensive Plan (continued from November 20), rezoning properties on Nansemond Parkway to heavy industrial, granting a conditional use permit for outdoor operations/storage on the same site, and a conditional use permit for a solar energy facility on White Marsh Road. The consent agenda includes adoption of the 2024 Emergency Operations Plan and a resolution declaring and rescinding a local emergency for a December 5 fire near Pineview Road.

• Adoption of Suffolk 2045 Comprehensive Plan (continued from November 20, 2024 meeting)
• Rezoning 3829 and 3865 Nansemond Parkway from residential low-medium to heavy industrial (RZN2024-009)
• Conditional use permit for outdoor operations and storage/manufacturing at 3737, 3865, 3829 Nansemond Parkway (CUP2024-025)
• Conditional use permit for solar energy facility at 1380-1400 White Marsh Road (CUP2024-006, continued)
• Resolution adopting 2024 City of Suffolk Emergency Operations Plan (state-mandated update)

Planning Commission Meeting Packets

The Suffolk Planning Commission will hold public hearings on six items, including a rezoning and conditional use permit for a soccer facility at 432 Kings Fork Rd, a day care at 127 Berkshire Blvd, a public assembly and parking lot for Pearlz & Bowtiez at 506 E. Washington St, and a solar energy facility at 6100 Crittenden Rd. The commission will also receive a staff report on the proposed Capital Improvements Plan FY 2026-2035.

• Rezoning request (RZN2024-00008) to change 432 Kings Fork Rd from RR to B-2 for SYAA Soccer Facility
• Conditional use permit (CUP2024-00020) for indoor amusement/entertainment/recreation at the same soccer facility address
• Conditional use permit (CUP2024-010) for a family day home (5-12 children) at 127 Berkshire Blvd
• Two conditional use permits for Pearlz & Bowtiez: public assembly (CUP2024-00015) and parking lot (CUP2024-00027) at 506 E. Washington St
• Conditional use permit (CUP2024-00022) for a solar energy facility at 6100 Crittenden Rd

Planning Commission Meeting Agendas

The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request for a soccer facility and five conditional use permits for various businesses and facilities. The body will also receive a staff report on the proposed Capital Improvements Plan for FY 2026-2035.

• Rezoning request RZN2024-00008 to change 432 Kings Fork Rd from Rural Residential to General Commercial for a SYAA soccer facility
• Conditional Use Permit CUP2024-00020 for an indoor recreation center at 432 Kings Fork Rd
• Conditional Use Permit CUP2024-010 for a family day home at 127 Berkshire Blvd
• Conditional Use Permits CUP2024-00015 and CUP2024-00027 for a public assembly use and parking lot at 506 E. Washington Street
• Conditional Use Permit CUP2024-00022 for solar energy facilities at 6100 Crittenden Rd

Economic Development Authority Board Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Economic Development Authority Board will review minutes and financial reports from previous months, discuss the EDA's June 30, 2024 financial audit, consider participation in the Virginia Business Ready Site Program, and vote on a declaration of covenants amendment at Harbour View and acceptance of funds from MS International. The meeting also includes updates from newsletters and marketing activity reports.

• EDA Financial Audit for year ending June 30, 2024
• Virginia Business Ready Site Program
• Point at Harbour View 4th Amendment Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions
• Accept & Appropriate Funds – MS International

City Council Meeting Agendas

The City Council met to approve funding for litter prevention and recycling programs. The body also scheduled upcoming organizational meetings and appointed a new member to the Downtown Advisory Commission.

• Appropriation of Virginia Department of Environmental Quality FY2025 Competitive Litter Prevention and Recycling Grant funds
• Appropriation of Virginia Department of Environmental Quality funds for Litter Prevention and Recycling Program and Extended Polystyrene Campaigns
• Appointment of Edward Beardsley to the Downtown Advisory Commission as retail representative
• Cancellation of the January 1, 2025, City Council Meeting
• Scheduling of the Oath of Office Ceremony and Reorganizational Meeting for January 2, 2025

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council will receive a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. The session also includes proposed closed-session discussions regarding property acquisition, disposition, and appointments.

• Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report presentation
• Proposed closed session on property acquisition and disposition (multiple parcels)
• Proposed closed session on appointments

Children's Services Act Meeting Agendas

The Community Policy and Management Team is meeting to discuss funding requests for pending cases and review state policy revisions regarding CSA pool fund reimbursements. The body will also discuss a 2025 triennial policy review and recommendations for relief of custody.

• Closed session to consider pending funding requests for cases
• Review of OCS Policy Revision 4.5.2 regarding pool fund reimbursement time frames
• Discussion of the 2025 Triennial Policy & Procedure Review plan
• Review of Commission on Youth draft recommendations for relief of custody
• Resolution of payment issue for Mile High Kids

City Council Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk City Council approved two-year extensions for solar energy facilities on Indian Trail by a 7-1 vote. A public hearing on adopting the Suffolk 2045 Comprehensive Plan was continued to December 18, 2024, after a 5-3 vote. The council also approved a consent agenda accepting federal and state transit funds, a homeless shelter renovation capital project, and various grants. New business included appointments to the Human Services Advisory Board and Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority.

• Approved two-year extension for a solar facility on Indian Trail (CUP2024-017, 7-1)
• Approved two-year extension for a solar facility on Indian Trail (CUP2024-018, 7-1)
• Continued consideration of Suffolk 2045 Comprehensive Plan to Dec 18 (5-3)
• Continued conditional use permit for solar facilities on White Marsh Road to Dec 18 (8-0)
• Consent agenda included $ for transit operations, homeless shelter renovation, and various grants

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council will discuss the 2045 Comprehensive Plan update, focusing on the Master Transportation Plan. Council will also receive a staff report on the Preserve at Lake Meade development. Additionally, the Council may enter closed session to discuss appointments.

• Discussion of the 2045 Master Transportation Plan as part of the Comprehensive Plan update
• Staff report on the Preserve at Lake Meade development
• Possible closed session for appointments

Children's Services Act Meeting Minutes

The Children's Services Act Community Policy and Management Team approved minutes, a financial report showing 65% budget spent with only 50% of the fiscal year elapsed, and service funding of $785,566.90 for private day placements and $130,031.42 for other services. The panel denied a payment appeal from Mile High Kids due to lack of a purchase order and tabled discussion on provider contract procedures until the December meeting. State-level updates indicated insufficient state funding and guidance to minimize material purchases for families.

• Financial report warns spending pace may lead to year-end overrun (65% spent vs 50% of fiscal year elapsed)
• Approved $785,566.90 for private day placements and $130,031.42 for other services
• Denied Mile High Kids' appeal for September 2024 payment because no purchase order was in place
• Tabled discussion on contract procedures for non-contracted providers until December CPMT meeting
• State CSA office reports funds and children served have increased significantly, likely requiring more funding from the General Assembly

City Council Meeting Packets

The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the Suffolk 2045 Comprehensive Plan, continued from August 21. They will also consider conditional use permits for solar energy facilities on White Marsh Road and Indian Trail. The consent agenda includes numerous grant appropriations for transit, technology, arts, energy, library, and social services, as well as a resolution to amend the Winbourne Consulting Agreement and accept donations for Fire & Rescue and Police.

• Public hearing to adopt Suffolk 2045 Comprehensive Plan (continued from Aug. 21)
• Conditional use permit for solar energy facility at 1380, 1390, 1398, 1400 White Marsh Road (CUP2024-006)
• Two-year extensions of conditional use permits for solar energy facilities on Indian Trail (CUP2024-017 and CUP2024-018)
• Consent agenda: appropriation of federal transit grants, Smart Scale funding, and creation of Homeless Shelter Renovation capital project
• Consent agenda: acceptance of personal property donations for Suffolk Fire & Rescue and Police Department

Planning Commission Meeting Packets

The Planning Commission will consider two rezoning requests and two conditional use permits. These items involve residential and industrial developments in the Whaleyville and Cypress voting boroughs.

• Rezoning request RZN2024-00007 for Woodland Townes to Residential Urban (Conditional) north of Valor Court and west of Hunter Street
• Rezoning request RZN2024-00009 for Nansemond Precast to Heavy Industrial (Conditional) at 3865 and 3829 Nansemond Parkway
• Conditional Use Permit CUP2024-00025 for Nansemond Precast outdoor operations and storage at 3737, 3829, and 3865 Nansemond Parkway
• Conditional Use Permit CUP2024-00015 for Pearlz & Bowtiez public assembly use at 506 E. Washington Street

Planning Commission Meeting Agendas

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests and two conditional use permits. Items include a rezoning for Woodland Townes, a rezoning and conditional use permit for Nansemond Precast to allow heavy industrial use, and a conditional use permit for a public assembly at Pearlz & Bowtiez. The commission will also receive a status report on a recent City Council meeting.

• Rezoning (conditional) for Woodland Townes: change RC and RM zoning to RU on property north of Valor Court and west of Hunter Street
• Rezoning (conditional) for Nansemond Precast: change RLM to M-2 Heavy Industrial at 3865 and 3829 Nansemond Parkway
• Conditional use permit for Nansemond Precast: outdoor operations and storage/manufacturing at 3737, 3829, 3865 Nansemond Parkway
• Conditional use permit for Pearlz & Bowtiez: public assembly at 506 E. Washington Street

Historic Landmarks Commission Packets

The Historic Landmarks Commission will meet to consider a request for exterior alterations at 216 Pinner Street. The body will also receive administrative updates on property maintenance and zoning.

• Request HLC2024-00021: Installation of 41 new Double Hung Legacy windows and reduction of two rear window voids at 216 Pinner Street
• Administrative COA approvals for 121 Linden Avenue, 300 W Washington, 109 Bosley Avenue, 501 W Washington Street, 228 Clay Street, and 126 N Main Street
• Property maintenance updates for multiple sites, including 342 N Main St (compliant) and 219 Clay St (demolition to start Nov 5)

Historic Landmarks Commission Agendas

The Historic Landmarks Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness request for exterior alterations at 216 Pinner Street. The property is in the RM zoning district and Historic Conservation Overlay. Other agenda items include approval of minutes and routine staff reports.

• Request for Certificate of Appropriateness HLC2024-00021 for exterior alterations at 216 Pinner Street, owned by Chinwendu C. Nnagbo

Finance Committee

The Suffolk Finance Committee meets to hear updates from the Treasurer on tax collections, the Assessor on tax assessments and trends, the Commissioner of the Revenue, and the Finance Director on the budget. All items are informational status reports; no votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Status of tax collections and investments (Treasurer Ron Williams)
• Status of tax assessments and trends (Assessor Holt Butt)
• Commissioner of the Revenue update (Susan Draper)
• Finance and budget update (Finance Director Charles Meek)

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Packets

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests. One seeks to reduce side-yard setbacks on a narrow lot on Lucerne Avenue for a new single-family dwelling by the Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority. The other involves a property at 207 Pitchkettle Road. The board will also vote on minutes from the October 8 meeting.

• Public hearing on BZA28-2024: variance to reduce interior side-yard setback from 10 ft to 8.3 ft and street-side setback from 25 ft to 12.4 ft on Lucerne Ave for a new SRHA home
• Public hearing on BZA29-2024: variance request for 207 Pitchkettle Rd by Outstanding Homes Inc (details not in agenda)
• Approval of minutes from the October 8, 2024 regular meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on two zoning appeals: one involving Anita Baker for SRHA (Tax Map 35H(3)B25A) and another for Outstanding Homes Inc at 207 Pitchkettle Rd. The board will also consider approval of the October 8, 2024 meeting minutes and may discuss old and new business.

• BZA28-2024: Anita Baker for SRHA – Tax Map No: 35H(3)B25A (public hearing)
• BZA29-2024: Outstanding Homes Inc – 207 Pitchkettle Rd (public hearing)

Suffolk Early Childhood Development Commission Meetings

The Suffolk Early Childhood Development Commission will review minutes, hear a manager's report on childcare numbers and budget, discuss partner updates and VQB5 provider data, and vote on dates for 2025 meetings. The agenda also includes a library impact report and a guest speaker on early intervention.

• Review of September 2024 meeting minutes
• Manager's Report covering childcare numbers, ECDC updates, and budget
• Discussion of VQB5 Suffolk Provider Data
• Vote on dates for 2025 ECDC meetings
• Presentation of Library Impact Report

Electoral Board Meeting Agenda

The Suffolk Electoral Board met from November 6-12, 2024, to conduct the canvass for the November 5 General Election. The board held closed sessions to discuss provisional ballots and a personnel matter, verified security seal numbers, and completed the final count for the CAP precinct. The canvass concluded on November 12, with the next meeting scheduled for January 7, 2025.

• Closed session to discuss provisional ballots (Nov 6) pursuant to Code of Virginia §2.2-3711
• Closed session to discuss a personnel matter (Nov 8) pursuant to Code of Virginia §2.2-3711
• Statement of Results entry completed (Nov 7)
• Security seal numbers verified before counting resumed (Nov 8 and 12)
• Final count for CAP precinct completed (Nov 12)

Agricultural Advisory Committee

The committee will review a progress report on the Agricultural Specialist position and discuss the 2045 Comprehensive Plan Update. The meeting also includes the adoption of minutes from July 18, 2024.

• Progress report on Agricultural Specialist position
• 2045 Comprehensive Plan Update

Children's Services Act Meeting Agendas

The Community Policy and Management Team will consider a proposed procedure to provide stipends to parent representatives ($50 per CPMT meeting, $100 per FAPT meeting day). They will also review a state policy revision on CSA pool fund reimbursement time frames and discuss the financial report. A closed session is scheduled to consider pending case funding requests.

• Vote on stipend procedure: $50/meeting for CPMT parent rep, $100/day for FAPT parent rep
• Discussion of OCS Policy Revision 4.5.2 on pool fund reimbursement time frames
• Closed session to consider pending case funding requests (see attached list)
• Approval of minutes from September 18, 2024 meeting
• Welcome of new members Brandy Miller and Wendy Terry

Children's Services Act Meeting Minutes

The Children's Services Act Community Policy and Management Team approved minutes, a financial report showing $1.7M in city budget and $1.5M in mandated expenditures, and $355,185.69 in cases discussed in closed session. Old business included updates on attendance tracking (75% benchmark) and a stipend procedure for parent representatives going through city legal review. New business was tabled to the November meeting.

• Approved $355,185.69 in CSA case requests from closed session
• Financial report: net projected mandated expenditures $1,511,716.06, SPED WRAP $72,999.63, non-mandated $18,700.00, city budget $1,703,614.53
• CSA coordinator will request additional funding for SPED WRAP
• Attendance tracking policy: Suffolk CPMT benchmark minimum 75% per agency per year
• Internal procedure for stipend payment to parent representatives submitted for city legal approval

City Council Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk City Council approved four consent agenda items accepting grants for police port security, airport funds, fire and rescue port security, and public transit technical assistance. They also held public hearings and approved a rezoning of 410 North Broad Street from residential to office/institutional, along with conditional use permits for a drive-through at that site, an accessory dwelling unit on Holland Road, and a bar/nightclub on Bridge Road. A work session was scheduled for November 20, 2024, and Tasha Williams was appointed to the Clean Community Commission.

• Accept and appropriate 2024 Port Security Grant for Suffolk Police Department
• Accept funds from VA Dept of Aviation for Suffolk Executive Airport
• Accept 2024 Port Security Grant for Suffolk Fire and Rescue
• Rezone 410 N Broad St from RLM to O-I (Conditional)
• Grant Conditional Use Permit for bar/nightclub at 3575 Bridge Road Suites 32-34

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss updates to the 2045 Comprehensive Plan, including the Master Transportation Plan. Other agenda items include an update on the Water Service Line Program and an overview of the GO Virginia Workforce Development Plan. The council also proposes to discuss appointments and the SPSA Support Agreement in closed session.

• 2045 Comprehensive Plan Update and Master Transportation Plan
• City of Suffolk Water Service Line Program update
• GO Virginia Workforce Development Plan overview
• Proposed closed session for appointments
• Proposed closed session for SPSA Support Agreement

City Council Meeting Packets

The City Council will hear updates on the draft 2045 Comprehensive Plan and Master Transportation Plan ahead of a public hearing in November. They will also receive an update on the EPA-required water service line inventory and a GO Virginia workforce development grant. The regular session includes public hearings on a rezoning and three conditional use permits, along with consent items accepting federal and state grants.

• Public hearing to rezone 410 N. Broad Street from RLM to O-I (Conditional) and grant a drive-through conditional use permit
• Public hearing for a conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 6508 Holland Road
• Public hearing for a conditional use permit to establish a bar and nightclub at 3575 Bridge Road, Suites 32-34
• Consent agenda: ordinance to accept $2024 Port Security Grant for Police Department
• Consent agenda: ordinance to accept funds from Virginia Department of Aviation for Suffolk Executive Airport

Planning Commission Meeting Packets

The Suffolk Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit to allow a solar energy facility on four parcels along White Marsh Road. Commissioners will also consider a family transfer subdivision plat to create one new lot at 2633 Joshua Lane. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and status reports.

• Public hearing for a conditional use permit to establish a solar energy facility at 1380, 1390, 1398, and 1400 White Marsh Road (CUP2024-006)
• Family subdivision plat request to create one new parcel at 2633 Joshua Lane (FTR2024-001)

Planning Commission Meeting Agendas

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit (CUP2024-006) submitted by Nexamp Solar, LLC to establish a solar energy facility at 1380, 1390, 1398, and 1400 White Marsh Road. The commission will also consider a family transfer subdivision plat (FTR2024-001) to create one new parcel at 2633 Joshua Lane. Status reports from the September 18, 2024 City Council meeting and on approved preliminary plats are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit CUP2024-006 for a solar energy facility at 1380-1400 White Marsh Road
• Family Transfer Plat FTR2024-001 to create one new parcel at 2633 Joshua Lane
• Status report from City Council meeting of September 18, 2024
• No preliminary plats approved since last report

Economic Development Authority Board Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Economic Development Authority will hold a regular meeting on October 9, 2024. Old business includes approval of September minutes and financial reports. New business includes a Commonwealth Opportunity Fund Agreement for Solenis LLC, an update on the Point at Harbour View development, and a façade grant application for Conner's Deli & Catering at 1330 Holland Road. The board will also receive several informational reports.

• Commonwealth Opportunity Fund Agreement for Solenis LLC
• Façade Grant application – Conner’s Deli & Catering (1330 Holland Road)
• Update on Point at Harbour View development
• Approval of minutes from the Regular Meeting of September 11, 2024
• Financial Reports for period ending August 31, 2024

Library Advisory Board Meetings

The Suffolk Library Advisory Board will consider approving July meeting minutes, receive updates from the Library Director and Friends of the Library, and discuss unfinished business including the New Downtown Library project. A presentation from the Early Childhood Development Commission (ECDC) is also scheduled. The board will set its 2025 meeting dates.

• Unfinished business: New Downtown Library
• Presentation by ECDC Manager Kim Clark
• Friends of the Library report
• Library Director's report
• Approval of 2025 meeting schedule

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Packets

The Suffolk Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a regular meeting on October 8, 2024, to conduct public hearings on seven variance applications. The most detailed request is from Seth Delvin for 9520 Pineview Road, seeking to reduce the required side yard setback from 20 feet to 3.5 feet for an existing metal shed; staff recommends denial due to lack of hardship. Other variance applications include properties at 223 Raleigh Ave, 415 Culloden St, 219 Baker St, 1207 Bethlehem St, and a parcel for the Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority. The meeting was tabled from September 10, 2024, due to lack of quorum.

• Variance request BZA22-2024: reduce side setback from 20 ft to 3.5 ft for metal shed at 9520 Pineview Rd; staff recommends denial.
• Public hearing on BZA24-2024: 223 Raleigh Ave (Black Tip Associates).
• Public hearing on BZA25-2024: 415 Culloden St (BC Branch Enterprises).
• Public hearings on BZA26-2024 and BZA27-2024: 219 Baker St and 1207 Bethlehem St (Tier 1 Construction).
• Public hearing on BZA28-2024: Map No 35H(3)825A (Anita Baker for SRHA).

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Agendas

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on six property variance or special use applications. The board will also consider approval of minutes from the prior meeting and discuss old and new business.

• BZA22-2024: 9520 Pineview Rd – Seth Delvin
• BZA24-2024: 223 Raleigh Ave – Black Tip Associates
• BZA25-2024: 415 Culloden St – BC Branch Enterprises
• BZA26-2024: 2L9 Baker St – Tierl Construction
• BZA27-2024: 1207 Bethiehem St – Tier 1 Construction

City Council Meeting Agendas

The City Council approved multiple consent agenda items, including acceptance of a TRIAD Crime Prevention Grant for seniors, funds from the ARPA State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund for septic repairs, proffered funds from Port 460 Owner LLC for drainage and road improvements, and VDOT revenue share for Pughsville Area Drainage. The council also adopted the 2025 Legislative Agenda and voted 7-1 to cancel the November 6, 2024 meeting. A work session was scheduled for October 16, 2024.

• Adoption of the 2025 Legislative Agenda for the City of Suffolk (approved 8-0)
• Ordinance accepting TRIAD Crime Prevention Grant for Seniors from Virginia Attorney General's office (approved 8-0)
• Ordinance appropriating ARPA funds for Virginia DEQ Septic Local Partnership Program (approved 8-0)
• Ordinance accepting proffered funds from Port 460 Owner LLC for Murphy's Mill Road Drainage Improvement and Route 460 Improvements projects (approved 8-0)
• Motion to cancel the November 6, 2024 City Council Meeting (approved 7-1; Council Member Bennett opposed)

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council is holding a work session to receive a status update from the Suffolk Redevelopment & Housing Authority. Members will also discuss the FY25 SPARC Grant Award and consider appointments.

• Suffolk Redevelopment & Housing Authority status update
• FY25 SPARC Grant Award discussion
• Appointments

City Council Meeting Packets

The City Council will hold a work session on the Suffolk Redevelopment & Housing Authority's status update and a $2,000,000 FY25 SPARC grant for mortgage loans. The regular session includes a consent agenda with ordinances accepting grants (TRIAD Crime Prevention for Seniors, ARPA septic funds, proffered funds for Murphy's Mill Road drainage and Route 460 improvements) and a public hearing on the 2025 Legislative Agenda. The council will also vote on canceling the November 6, 2024 meeting and scheduling an October 16 work session.

• Work session discussion of SRHA status and $2M SPARC grant for homebuyer mortgage loans
• Consent agenda: ordinance to accept TRIAD Crime Prevention Grant for Seniors from Virginia AG's office
• Consent agenda: ordinance to accept $2M ARPA funds for DEQ Septic Local Partnership Program
• Consent agenda: ordinance to accept proffered funds from Port 460 Owner LLC for Murphy's Mill Road drainage and Route 460 improvements
• Public hearing on the City of Suffolk's 2025 Legislative Agenda

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will hear updates from the Fire & Rescue, Police, Sheriff's Office, and other agencies, including new canine introductions and crime/camera data. Members will review a detailed financial report showing $14.2M revenue collected, $2.8M in funded safety programs (e.g., pedestrian signals, streetlight upgrades, sidewalks), and $2.1M in recommended new projects (e.g., parade bollards, rail safety grant match, shot detection cameras). No final votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and information.

• Canine 'Vega' (Fire & Rescue) and Canine 'Crash' (Police) introductions
• Completed programs: School Flasher Upgrades ($161,273), Police Trikkes ($65,000), Sheriff Bulletproof Vests ($41,416)
• Funded projects include Portsmouth Blvd/Suburban Drive Pedestrian Signal ($500,000) and Downtown Street Light Upgrades ($400,000)
• Recommended projects: Parade Bollards ($400,000), Rail Safety Study Grant Match ($351,000), AVL Upgrades for Police ($250,000)
• Unspent/unobligated appropriation of $5,588,516 and uncollected revenue of $5,454,310

City Council Work Sessions

The Suffolk City Council and School Board are holding a joint meeting to discuss financial policies and infrastructure planning. The session includes reviews of current and proposed Capital Improvement Plans and discussions on residential development and transportation.

• Proposed SPS School Board FY 2026-2035 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Request
• City of Suffolk Financial Policies and Debt Limits
• Draft Master Transportation Plan and major transportation projects
• Transfer of SPS Property to City
• Review of FY 2025-2034 Adopted CIP & Proposed FY 2026-2035 CIP Schedule

Children's Services Act Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT) will meet to approve minutes, review the financial report, and go into closed session to consider individual case funding requests. They will also discuss recruitment of a new parent representative and follow up on a dispute over whether CSA can fund kinship case management services. The team will receive CQI observations and benchmark reports.

• Approval of minutes from August 21, 2024 meeting
• Financial report review: FY24 surplus, FY25 state budget increase of $434,145 to $3,185,346
• Closed session to consider pending case funding requests (attached list)
• Recruitment of new parent representative for CPMT (position currently vacant)
• Follow-up on CCC services for kinship families: CSA funding for case management disputed

City Council Meeting Agendas

The City Council approved several items including ordinances to accept transportation and 911 grant funds, and held public hearings on property acquisition for the Speights Spillway Bridge replacement and two zoning code amendments. All votes were 8-0.

• Ordinance to accept VDOT State of Good Repair funds for repaving local roads
• Ordinance to accept Virginia 9-1-1 Services Board grant for Police Department
• Public hearing on property acquisition for Speights Spillway Bridge replacement via condemnation
• Public hearing on Unified Development Ordinance amendment OTA2024-005
• Public hearing on Unified Development Ordinance amendment OTA2024-006

Children's Services Act Meeting Minutes

The Suffolk Children's Services Act Community Policy and Management Team approved $75,049.38 in CSA requests during closed session and accepted the financial report showing mandated expenditures of $1,407,186.81. The team also voted to pay July and August invoices for CCC services using local DSS funds and discussed recruiting a parent representative with a stipend.

• Approved $75,049.38 in CSA cases during closed session
• Financial report: mandated $1,407,186.81, SPED WRAP $110,050.07, city budget $1,451,059.45
• Motion to pay UMFS invoices for CCC (renamed Permanency & Stability Support) using SDSS local funds
• Recruitment of parent representative Wendy Terry submitted to City Council; stipend approved for CPMT parent representative
• Update: Crisis Intervention Center female side open, male side pending three hires

City Council Meeting Packets

At the September 18, 2024, meeting, Suffolk City Council will hold a work session featuring a presentation on the 46th annual Suffolk Peanut Fest, followed by a regular session. The council will consider consent agenda items accepting VDOT funds for road repaving and a 9-1-1 grant for the police department. Public hearings will address property acquisition for the Speights Spillway Bridge replacement and two amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance. Motions to schedule a public hearing on the 2025 legislative agenda and a work session on October 2 are also on the agenda.

• Accept and appropriate VDOT State of Good Repair Program funds for repaving locally owned road segments
• Accept additional funds from VA 9-1-1 Services Board PSAP Grant Program for Suffolk Police Department
• Public hearing on ordinance authorizing property acquisition (fee simple/easements) for Speights Spillway Bridge replacement, by agreement or condemnation
• Public hearing on amendment to UDO Section 31-407(c) (OTA2024-005)
• Public hearing on amendment to UDO Section 31-406(c) and Appendix A (OTA2024-006)

Planning Commission Meeting Packets

The Suffolk Planning Commission will hold public hearings on five items: a rezoning of 410 North Broad Street from RLM to O-I for Towne Bank, a conditional use permit for a Towne Bank with drive-through at the same location, a conditional use permit for a detached accessory dwelling unit at 6508 Holland Road, a conditional use permit for an assisted living facility at 216 Pinner Street, and a conditional use permit for a bar/nightclub at 3575 Bridge Road. The commission will also appoint a subcommittee for the FY 2026-2035 Capital Improvements Plan and receive status reports.

• Rezoning request RZN2024-00006 for 410 North Broad Street from RLM (Residential Low-Medium Density) to O-I (Office Institutional)
• Conditional use permit CUP2024-00016 for a Towne Bank with drive-through at 410 North Broad Street
• Conditional use permit CUP2024-013 for a detached accessory dwelling unit at 6508 Holland Road
• Conditional use permit CUP2024-00014 for an adult care residence/assisted living facility at 216 Pinner Street
• Conditional use permit CUP2024-00019 for a bar and nightclub (AJ Gators) at 3575 Bridge Road, Suite 32

Planning Commission Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Planning Commission will review a rezoning request and four conditional use permits. These requests involve the establishment of a bank, an accessory dwelling unit, an assisted living facility, and a bar and nightclub.

• Rezoning of 410 North Broad Street from Residential Low-Medium Density to Office Institutional for Towne Bank
• Conditional Use Permit for Towne Bank with a drive-through at 410 North Broad Street
• Conditional Use Permit for a detached accessory dwelling unit at 6508 Holland Road
• Conditional Use Permit for an adult care residence/assisted living facility at 216 Pinner Street
• Conditional Use Permit for a bar and nightclub at 3575 Bridge Road, Suite 32

Historic Landmarks Commission Agendas

The Historic Landmarks Commission will consider two Certificates of Appropriateness for exterior alterations at 216 Pinner Street and 132 Bank Street. The agenda also includes staff reports on administrative approvals, property maintenance, and zoning updates.

• Certificate of Appropriateness HLC2024-00015 for exterior alterations at 216 Pinner Street, submitted by owner Chinwendu C. Nnagbo
• Certificate of Appropriateness HLC2024-00017 for exterior alterations at 132 Bank Street, submitted by Cordell Carter for Higher Ground Outreach Church of God in Christ
• Administrative COA approvals update
• Property maintenance update
• Zoning update

Historic Landmarks Commission Packets

The Historic Landmarks Commission will consider two requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for exterior changes to contributing resources in the Original Suffolk District. Staff has recommended approval with conditions for one property and denial of the application as submitted for another.

• HLC2024-00015: Proposed new window void and handrails at 216 Pinner Street
• HLC2024-00017: Proposed replacement of wooden doors with aluminum doors at 132 Bank Street
• Staff recommendation for 216 Pinner Street: Approve window; require metal handrails instead of pressure-treated lumber
• Staff recommendation for 132 Bank Street: Deny aluminum doors; recommend in-kind repair or replacement of wooden doors

Economic Development Authority Board Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Economic Development Authority Board will review old business including August meeting minutes and July financial reports. New business includes a finance liaison account update, a small business improvement grant for Sojourn Fermentory, grant completions for Conner's Deli and Elliott Apartments façade, and a discussion of the EDA's role in the 2024 Comprehensive Plan update.

• Small Business Improvement Grant – 1400 Bridgeport Way Ste. 103 (Sojourn Fermentory)
• Small Business Improvement Grant Completion – 1330 Holland Road (Conner's Deli & Catering LLC)
• Façade Grant Completion – 181/185 N. Main Street (Elliott Apartments)
• Finance Liaison – Truist & TowneBank Accounts
• 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update – EDA's Role

Economic Development Authority Board Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Economic Development Authority is holding a closed meeting to discuss two prospective business projects (Project Thor and Project Trident) under a Virginia FOIA exemption, as well as the acquisition or disposition of real property at Suburban Drive and Suffolk Industrial Park. The meeting includes a motion to go into closed session and a resolution to certify the session as lawful. No votes or decisions are made public in this agenda.

• Closed discussion of Project Thor and Project Trident under Va. Code § 2.2-3711(A)(5)
• Closed discussion of real property at Suburban Drive and Suffolk Industrial Park under Va. Code § 2.2-3711(A)(3)
• Certification resolution for closed meeting compliance

Electoral Board Meeting Agenda

The Electoral Board will meet to discuss election security in a closed session. The meeting also includes the approval of previous minutes and opportunities for public comment.

• Closed session regarding election security

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Packets

The Suffolk Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a regular meeting on September 10, 2024, to consider three variance requests (BZA24-2024, BZA25-2024, BZA26-2024) and approve minutes from the August 13 meeting. The detailed staff report for BZA24-2024 involves a request to reduce a side yard setback from 10 feet to 5.73 feet at 223 Raleigh Ave. The other two cases are listed but not detailed in the provided packet.

• Variance request BZA24-2024: reduce side yard setback from 10 ft to 5.73 ft at 223 Raleigh Ave
• Variance request BZA25-2024 at 415 Culloden St
• Variance request BZA26-2024 at 219 Baker St
• Approval of August 13, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Agendas

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to consider three zoning appeals under old business: BZA24-2024 for 223 Raleigh Ave (Black Tip Associates), BZA25-2024 for 415 Culloden St (BC Branch Enterprises), and BZA26-2024 for 219 Baker St (Tierl Construction). The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the August 13 regular meeting and public hearings. No further details on the nature of the appeals are provided in the agenda.

• BZA24-2024 – 223 Raleigh Ave (Black Tip Associates)
• BZA25-2024 – 415 Culloden St (BC Branch Enterprises)
• BZA26-2024 – 219 Baker St (Tierl Construction)
• Approval of minutes from August 13, 2024 regular meeting
• Public hearings (no specific items listed)

Suffolk Early Childhood Development Commission Meetings

The Suffolk Early Childhood Development Commission will meet on September 4, 2024, to discuss routine business including a manager’s report on childcare numbers, updates, and the budget. The commission will also engage in a vision and goal-setting exercise (SOAR) during new business. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• Review of minutes from the July 2024 meeting
• Manager's Report covering childcare numbers, ECDC updates, and budget
• Partner updates and scholarship discussion for the Raising the Bar Regional Early Childhood Conference
• New partner suggestions
• Vision and goal setting using SOAR framework

City Council Meeting Agendas

The City Council approved several items including a consent agenda for sale of right-of-way on Route 32/Carolina Road, public hearings for water main easements on Wilroy Road and for revenue bond issuance, and a motion to schedule a public hearing for the Speights Spillway Bridge Replacement project. The council also voted 8-0 to direct the city manager and city attorney to review documents regarding the Preserve at Lake Meade and explore potential corrective actions.

• Consent agenda approved to accept funds from sale of right-of-way adjacent to Route 32/Carolina Road
• Public hearing approved for Wilroy Road 12-inch Water Main Extension Phase 2 easements
• Public hearing approved for issuance and sale of revenue bonds
• Motion to schedule Sept 18 public hearing for Speights Spillway Bridge Replacement property acquisition
• Motion to direct City Manager and City Attorney to review Preserve at Lake Meade documents

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council will hold a work session to review the 2025 legislative agenda and the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts 2024-2025 season. The session also includes a review of appointments and proposed items for closed session.

• Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts 2024-2025 Season
• Draft 2025 Legislative Agenda
• Appointments

The City Council held a work session with presentations on the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts 2024-2025 season and the draft 2025 legislative agenda. No formal votes or decisions were made; members discussed funding for various programs and initiatives.

City Council Meeting Packets

The City Council will discuss the 2025 Legislative Agenda and the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts season. The regular session includes public hearings on land easements for a water main project and the issuance of revenue bonds.

• Public hearing for Wilroy Road 12-inch Water Main Extension - Phase 2 Project easements
• Public hearing for the issuance and sale of revenue bonds
• Ordinance to appropriate funds from Route 32/Carolina Road real property sale to Capital Contingency
• Proposed public hearing on September 18 for Speights Spillway Bridge Replacement property acquisition
• Roadway Maintenance and Paving Program update

Children's Services Act Meeting Agendas

The Community Policy and Management Team is meeting to discuss the Children's Services Act (CSA) program. The body will hold a closed session to consider pending funding requests for specific cases and receive a presentation on the intersection between CSA and families.

• Closed session to consider pending funding requests for cases
• Special presentation by Natalie Elliott Handy of Health Connect America
• Discussion on recruitment of a New Parent Representative
• Review of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)

City Council Meeting Agendas

The City Council approved a conditional use permit for a machine shop and restricted through truck traffic on three roads. The council also accepted various state and foundation grants and deferred a decision on the Suffolk 2045 Comprehensive Plan.

• Conditional Use Permit for a machine shop at 1617 Freeman Mill Road
• Truck traffic restrictions on Upton Place, Adams Drive, and Wooduck Road
• Grants for Victim/Witness Assistance, Community Corrections, and Parks and Recreation
• FAA grant application for Airport Improvement Program Project 3-51-0050-033-2024
• Scheduled public hearing for Wilroy Road 12-inch Water Main Extension - Phase 2 Project

City Council Work Sessions

This is a work session of the Suffolk City Council. They will hear a status update from the Suffolk Redevelopment & Housing Authority and discuss the FY25 SPARC Grant award. An overview of the TC Energy Pipeline Virginia Reliability Project will be presented. The council will also receive a bond rating update and consider proposed appointments in closed session.

• Suffolk Redevelopment & Housing Authority executive director introduction and status update
• FY25 SPARC Grant award discussion
• TC Energy Pipeline Virginia Reliability Project overview
• Bond rating update
• Proposed appointments (potential closed session)

Children's Services Act Meeting Minutes

The Community Policy and Management Team approved July meeting minutes and the financial report showing Suffolk ended FY 2024 with a first-ever surplus. The state budget for FY 2025 increases by $434,145 to a total of $3,185,346, while the city budget remains $2,575,000. The team entered closed session to discuss cases, approving $391,422.79 in total CSA requests, with a condition to explore other facilities for one child. A special presentation on CSA and family/community intersections was also given.

• Financial report: FY 2024 first surplus; FY 2025 state budget increases $434,145 to $3,185,346; city budget unchanged at $2,575,000.
• Approved $391,422.79 in CSA cases during closed session; placement for J. Jernigan conditional on exploring facilities outside network before Harbor Point.
• Special presentation by Health Connect America on CSA history, mission, system of care, and local pool fund allocations.
• Recruitment for new Parent Representative ongoing; DSS Director agreed to consider an incentive for the role.
• Crisis Intervention Center reopened for females, reported by CSA Coordinator.

City Council Meeting Packets

The Suffolk City Council will hold a work session at 4 p.m. to hear updates on the SRHA $2M SPARC grant, TC Energy pipeline project, and bond ratings. During the regular session at 6 p.m., the council will hold public hearings on adopting the Suffolk 2045 comprehensive plan, a conditional use permit for solar energy facilities at 1380-1400 White Marsh Road, and a machine shop at 1617 Freeman Mill Road. Several consent agenda items include accepting state and foundation grants, and an ordinance to restrict through truck traffic on Upton Place, Adams Drive, and Wooduck Road.

• Public hearing: Resolution to amend the 2035 comprehensive plan and adopt Suffolk 2045
• Public hearing: Conditional use permit for solar energy facilities on White Marsh Road (CUP2024-006)
• Public hearing: Conditional use permit for a machine shop on Freeman Mill Road (CUP2024-011)
• Work session: Suffolk Redevelopment & Housing Authority awarded $2,000,000 FY25 SPARC grant for mortgage loans
• Ordinance: Restricting through truck traffic on Upton Place, Adams Drive, and Wooduck Road

Planning Commission Meeting Packets

The Suffolk Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items that were previously considered in July but require new hearings due to insufficient legal notice: a solar energy facility (previously denied), a machine shop (previously approved), and the adoption of the Suffolk 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The Commission will also hold hearings on two ordinance text amendments adjusting Village Center dimensional standards and regulations for bars, nightclubs, and live entertainment.

• Conditional Use Permit CUP2024-006: Scarp Solar solar energy facility at 1390, 1398, and 1400 White Marsh Road (previously denied 8-0)
• Conditional Use Permit CUP2024-011: Machine shop at 1617 Freeman Mill Road (previously approved 8-0)
• Comprehensive Plan Update Suffolk 2045 adoption
• Ordinance Text Amendment OTA2024-005: Village Center dimensional standards
• Ordinance Text Amendment OTA2024-006: Bars, nightclubs, and live entertainment regulations

Planning Commission Meeting Agendas

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several items that were originally considered in July but require re-noticing due to insufficient legal notice. These include a conditional use permit for a solar farm on White Marsh Road, a conditional use permit for a machine shop on Freeman Mill Road, the adoption of the Suffolk 2045 Comprehensive Plan Update, and two text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding dimensional standards in the Village Center district and regulations for bars, nightclubs, and live entertainment.

• Conditional use permit for Scarp Solar solar energy facility at 1390, 1398, 1400 White Marsh Road
• Conditional use permit for Machine Shop at 1617 Freeman Mill Road
• Consideration and adoption of City of Suffolk Comprehensive Plan Update, Suffolk 2045
• Text amendment OTA2024-005 to revise dimensional standards for Village Center zoning district
• Text amendment OTA2024-006 to update use regulations and definitions for bars, nightclubs, and live entertainment

Economic Development Authority Board Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Economic Development Authority board will meet to review minutes from July and financial reports. New business includes accepting and appropriating funds for Lowe's Economic Development Incentive Program (EDIP) and a Blue Point EDIP agreement with New Realm. The board will also receive monthly reports from the Hampton Roads Alliance and Suffolk marketing.

• Accept & Appropriate Funds – Lowe's EDIP
• Blue Point EDIP Agreement – New Realm
• Review and approval of minutes for the Regular Meeting of July 10, 2024
• Financial Reports for periods ending June 30, 2024
• July 2024 Hampton Roads Alliance Monthly Newsletter

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to receive status reports on tax collections, investments, and assessments. The meeting includes updates from the Treasurer, Assessor, Commissioner of the Revenue, and Finance Director.

• Status of Tax Collections and Investments report
• Status of Tax Assessments and Trends report
• Commissioner of the Revenue update
• Finance & Budget update

Electoral Board Meeting Agenda

The Suffolk Electoral Board will consider a boundary line change between White Marsh and J.F.K. precincts, discuss procedures for processing Election Night material, and address security measures for the November election. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment periods.

• White Marsh & J.F.K. boundary line change
• Processing Election Night Material
• Security during the November Election

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Packets

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold three public hearings on August 13, 2024. The main item is a variance request from BC Branch Enterprises to reduce the side yard setback from 30 to 15 feet for a new single-family dwelling on Nansemond Parkway. Staff recommends approval. Two additional variance requests from KVG Enterprises LLC are also scheduled but no details are provided in the packet.

• BZA20-2024: Variance to reduce side yard setback from 30 to 15 feet for a new single-family dwelling at 0 Nansemond Parkway (BC Branch Enterprises Inc.)
• BZA21-2024: Variance request by KVG Enterprises LLC (Map 35F*LO*14) – no details in packet
• BZA23-2024: Variance request by KVG Enterprises LLC (Map 4*178) – no details in packet
• Minutes from July 9, 2024, approved; several variance requests from that meeting were decided

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Agendas

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to approve previous minutes and conduct public hearings on three zoning appeals. These cases involve BC Branch Enterprises and KVG Enterprises LLC.

• Public hearing BZA20-2024: BC Branch Enterprises (Map:364*171*L72*77"1A+)
• Public hearing BZA21-2024: KVG Enterprises LLC (Map No: 35F*LO*14)
• Public hearing BZA23-2024: KVG Enterprises LLC (Map No: 4"178)

Historic Landmarks Commission Packets

The commission will conduct its annual election of officers and a training session on early 20th century architecture. The body will also receive staff updates on zoning, property maintenance, and administrative approvals.

• Annual Election of Officers
• Training: Early 20th Century Architecture: Looking to the Past and Future
• Property maintenance update including demolition of 219 Clay St starting August 12
• Administrative COA approvals for roof replacements at 404 W Washington Street and 216 Pinner Street

Historic Landmarks Commission Agendas

This meeting of the Historic Landmarks Commission is largely procedural, including the annual election of officers, approval of minutes, and a training session on early 20th-century architecture. Staff will provide updates on administrative Certificate of Appropriateness approvals, property maintenance, and zoning. No specific project applications or public hearings are scheduled.

• Annual election of officers
• Training on Early 20th Century Architecture
• Staff reports on administrative COA approvals, property maintenance, and zoning updates

City Council Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk City Council met on August 7, 2024, and approved several consent agenda items, including acceptance of VDOT funds for public roadway maintenance and HUD Community Development Block Grant and HOME funding for housing programs. The council also approved a motion requesting the Planning Commission to review state legislation on civil penalties for demolition of historic structures and appointed Harry Cromer to the Tidewater Youth Services Commission. Several other items on the agenda did not require council action.

• Accepted additional funding from VDOT Urban Maintenance Program for public roadway maintenance (Consent Agenda, approved 8-0)
• Accepted Fiscal Year 2024-2025 CDBG and HOME funding from HUD (Consent Agenda, approved 8-0)
• Accepted a donation of personal property for the Suffolk Department of Fire and Rescue (Consent Agenda, approved 8-0)
• Approved motion to request Planning Commission to review HB1415 on civil penalties for demolition of historic structures and recommend updates to city ordinances (approved 8-0)
• Appointed Harry Cromer to the Tidewater Youth Services Commission (approved 8-0)

City Council Meeting Packets

At the work session, staff will present recommendations to modify the Village Center Zoning District, including new minimum setbacks and lower building height limits, to reduce impacts on neighborhoods. The regular session will consider consent agenda items to accept state and federal funding for road maintenance and community development, plus a donation to Fire & Rescue. A staff report on live entertainment and nightclub regulations will also be presented.

• Discussion of proposed modifications to Village Center Zoning District: residential front setback 20 ft, side 7.5 ft, rear 10 ft; maximum building height reduced from 45 to 35 ft; maximum impervious cover ratio 50%
• Consent agenda: ordinance to accept additional VDOT Urban Maintenance Program funding for roadway maintenance
• Consent agenda: ordinance to accept FY2024-2025 Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnership funds from HUD
• Consent agenda: resolution to accept donation of personal property for Suffolk Fire & Rescue
• Staff report on Live Entertainment and Nightclub Overview

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee reviewed department updates and approved a list of recommended safety programs and projects with previously appropriated funds. The body also discussed the collection of $5 million in uncollected fees and updates to the Rt58 Flyover project.

• Approved recommended safety programs, including the $200,000 Carolina Rd Project
• Drug/IV Box Exchange Program: $309,015 purchase order issued July 26 for equipment
• Plan to issue RFP to collect $5 million in uncollected in-state and out-of-state fees
• Notice to Proceed given for Rt58 Flyover project, including a proposed 5mph speed limit reduction
• Deployment of TRIKKE vehicles scheduled for September 1

Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee will vote on minutes from April 25, 2024, and then discuss roadway maintenance for farm equipment and receive an update on the Suffolk 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The committee will also set future agenda topics and schedule the next meeting for October 24, 2024.

• Adoption of minutes from April 25, 2024 meeting
• Discussion of roadway maintenance and its effect on farm equipment
• Update on the Suffolk 2045 Comprehensive Plan
• Planning for upcoming agenda topics and next meeting date

City Council Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk City Council met on July 17, 2024, and approved a consent agenda that included amending building code fines, accepting airport and police grant funds, and adjusting the registrar's salary. Public hearings were held and ordinances approved for bond issuances, a Verizon tower lease, a road vacation, and conditional use permits. The council also approved a rezoning for Belleharbour and another at 1226 White Marsh Road. A public hearing on revenue bonds was continued to September 4, 2024, and a resolution authorizing an amendment to the Western Tidewater Regional Jail Authority agreement was separately passed.

• Approved amendment to Western Tidewater Regional Jail Authority agreement between Suffolk, Franklin, Isle of Wight, and Hampton
• Approved rezoning of Belleharbour from O-I to RU-18 and RU to O-I (RZN2024-004, conditional)
• Approved rezoning at 1226 White Marsh Road from B-2 to RU-12 (Conditional) and B-2 (Conditional) (RZN2023-007)
• Approved conditional use permit for mini-warehouse on Holland Road (CUP2024-009)
• Continued public hearing on revenue bonds to September 4, 2024

Children's Services Act Meeting Minutes

The CPMT approved a financial report showing total CSA expenditures of $2,250,084.15 against a remaining city budget of $29,882.15, with funds unavailable for non-mandated expenses and a stated need for additional SPED WRAP funds. Members received a presentation on kinship care placements, noting eight Suffolk children currently in such placements and discussed a new VDSS Parental Child Safety Placement Program effective July 1, 2024. In closed session, the committee discussed and approved $173,216.73 in total CSA requests. A CQI dashboard review was tabled until the next meeting.

• Financial report: $2,250,084.15 total CSA expenditures, $29,882.15 remaining city budget
• Need for additional SPED WRAP funds noted
• Presentation on LDSS Kinship/Fictive Kin Approval Process; eight children in kinship care in Suffolk
• Closed session approval of $173,216.73 in CSA case requests
• New VDSS Parental Child Safety Placement Program effective July 1, 2024 discussed

City Council Meeting Packets

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the adoption phase of the 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The regular session includes public hearings on bond issuances, zoning changes, and land use permits.

• Public hearings for the issuance and sale of bonds and revenue bonds
• Rezoning of Belleharbour Master Plan from Office Institutional to Residential Urban (18)
• Rezoning of 1226 White Marsh Road to Residential Urban 12 and General Commercial
• Conditional Use Permit for mini-warehouse use on Holland Road
• Conditional Use Permit for surface mining (borrow pits) at 12000 Wyanoke Trail

Children's Services Act Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Community Policy and Management Team will hold a regular meeting on July 17, 2024. The agenda includes a presentation on kinship care placements, a closed session to consider pending cases, and a discussion of the new VDSS Parental Child Safety Placement Program and its interface with the Children's Services Act. The team will also review financial reports and CQI survey results, and seek a new parent representative.

• Presentation on Kinship Care placements by Suffolk DSS
• Closed session to consider pending cases (funding requests)
• Discussion of new VDSS Parental Child Safety Placement Program and its interface with CSA
• CQI Dashboard review of family and vendor satisfaction surveys
• Recruitment of new parent representative

Planning Commission Meeting Packets

The Suffolk Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permits: a solar energy facility on White Marsh Road and a machine shop on Freeman Mill Road. The commission will also consider a recommendation for adoption of the Suffolk 2045 Comprehensive Plan Update. Additionally, the agenda includes the election of officers and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Conditional use permit for Scarp Solar solar energy facility at 1390-1400 White Marsh Road
• Conditional use permit for machine shop at 1617 Freeman Mill Road
• Consideration of recommendation for adoption of the City of Suffolk Comprehensive Plan Update (Suffolk 2045)
• Election of officers for the Planning Commission
• Status reports from City Council meeting and preliminary plats

Planning Commission Meeting Packets

The provided document contains public comments and engagement data regarding the draft Suffolk 2045 Comprehensive Plan. Residents expressed views on land use, growth areas, and infrastructure to be considered by the Planning Commission and City Council.

• Public feedback on the draft Future Land Use and Growth Areas Map
• Concerns regarding warehouse development and industrial zoning on wetlands
• Requests for traffic studies and signal timing on Bridge Rd and Nansemond Parkway
• Comments on preserving agricultural areas and the Hobson village community
• Requests for public open space and river access

Planning Commission Meeting Agendas

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the adoption of the Suffolk 2045 Comprehensive Plan Update. The body will also review two conditional use permit requests for business operations in agricultural districts.

• Recommendation for adoption of the City of Suffolk Comprehensive Plan Update, Suffolk 2045
• CUP2024-006: Request to establish a solar energy facility at 1390, 1398, and 1400 White Marsh Road
• CUP2024-011: Request to establish a machine shop at 1617 Freeman Mill Road

Suffolk Early Childhood Development Commission Meetings

The Suffolk Early Childhood Development Commission will review minutes from the May 2024 meeting. The agenda includes a coordinator's report on child care numbers and finance, as well as discussions regarding the ECDC manager transition.

• Review of May 2024 meeting minutes
• Coordinator’s Report on child care numbers and finance
• 2024 ECDC Impact Report
• ECDC Manager Transition

Economic Development Authority Board Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Economic Development Authority Board will discuss the Commonwealth Opportunity Fund Agreement for Automatic Coating Limited USA. The board will also review the Small Business Improvement Grant completion for 126 N. Main St. Additionally, the meeting includes reviews of marketing activity reports and upcoming newsletters.

• Commonwealth Opportunity Fund Agreement – Automatic Coating Limited USA
• Small Business Improvement Grant Completion – 126 N. Main St.
• Review of June 2024 Suffolk Marketing Activity Report
• Financial reports for periods ending May 31, 2024
• Approval of June 12, 2024 meeting minutes

Library Advisory Board Meetings

The Suffolk Library Advisory Board will review reports from the Library Director and the Friends of the Library. The meeting also includes updates on the New Downtown Library and the Strategic Plan.

• New Downtown Library update
• Strategic Plan discussion
• Literacy Council report
• Library Director's report

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Agendas

The Board of Zoning Appeals is scheduled to conduct public hearings regarding several property applications. These include requests for 212 N 7th St and 309 Oak St, as well as map-specific applications from RST Group LLC. The board will also consider approving minutes from the May 14, 2024 meeting.

• BZA 12-2024: 212 N 7th St (Reliable Renovations LLC)
• B2AL6-2024: Map No: 354*46 (RST Group LLC)
• BZA 17-2024: Map No: 35A*45 (RST Group LLC)
• BZA 18-2024: Map No: 354*47 (RST Group LLC)
• BZA 19-2024: 309 Oak St (Steve Daniels)

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Packets

The Board will hold public hearings for several zoning applications, including a request for 212 N 7th Street to adjust property setbacks. Other items on the agenda include applications from RST Group LLC and Steve Daniels.

• BZA12-2024: Variance request for 212 N 7th Street regarding yard setbacks
• BZA'16-2024: Application for RST Group LLC (Map No: 35A*46)
• BZA77-2024: Application for RST Group LLC (Map No: 354*45)
• BZA18-2024: Application for RST Group LLC (Map No: 35A*47)
• BZA19-2024: Application for 309 Oak St

City Council Meeting Agendas

The council approved several ordinances, including amendments to solar revenue shares and development standards. The session also included decisions regarding bridge repair funding and a city employee holiday.

• Rezoning property at Zoning Map 34 Parcel 3C*5*6 to Residential Compact district
• Participation in the proposed opioid-related settlement against Kroger
• Acceptance of VDOT funds for bridge replacement on Nansemond Parkway over Beamons Mill Pond
• Conditional Use Permit for a place of worship at 540 E. Constance Road
• Declaration of July 5, 2024, as a holiday for City employees

Electoral Board Meeting Agenda

The Suffolk Electoral Board will review incident reports from the June 18 Dual Primary Election and discuss conditions at White Marsh Precinct. The board will also consider a request to the state regarding specific election audit methods.

• Review of June 18th Dual Primary Election incident reports
• Discussion of White Marsh Precinct Conditions
• Request for RLA-Batch Comparison Audit instead of RLA-Ballot Polling Audit
• Special Election for Office of Sheriff on Nov. 5th
• Closed session regarding Voting Machine Security Plan

City Council Meeting Packets

The Suffolk City Council and School Board reviewed the proposed 2024-2025 operating and capital budgets. Discussions included school facility transfers, residential development proffers, and major transportation projects.

• $3,500,000 identified for repairs at Northern Shores Elementary School
• Potential transfer of Driver Elementary School from Suffolk Public Schools to the City
• Shoulder’s Hill Road widening project anticipated completion in Spring 2029
• Turlington Road project expected to be completed later this year

City Council Work Sessions

The Suffolk City Council will discuss Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library and provide an update on the Capital Improvement Plan and American Rescue Plan Act. The agenda also includes proposed items for closed session regarding appointments and real estate acquisitions.

• Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library discussion
• Capital Improvement Plan and American Rescue Plan Act update
• Proposed appointments (closed session)
• Proposed acquisition of real estate tax maps 34G17(a)*163, 34G17(a)*164, 34G17(a)*165 and 34G17(a)*1676 (closed session)

Children's Services Act Meeting Agendas

The Community Policy and Management Team will discuss follow-up items regarding the Teen Titans group home contract. The meeting also includes reviews of draft revisions for emergency placement and special education case transfer policies.

• Follow-up on Teen Titans group home contract
• Draft revision of Emergency Placement Policy
• Draft revision of Transfer of Special Ed Cases Policy
• Travel expense request for State CSA Conference
• Notice of intent to revise Policies 4.3 and 4.5.2

Planning Commission Meeting Packets

The Suffolk Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land-use requests. These include rezoning properties on White Marsh Road and Plummer Boulevard, as well as a request for a new mini-warehouse on Holland Road.

• Rezoning of 1226 White Marsh Road to RU-12 (Conditional) and B-2 (Conditional)
• Rezoning of 5414 Plummer Boulevard from O-I to RU-18
• Conditional Use Permit for a mini-warehouse on Holland Road

Planning Commission Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Planning Commission will hold a worksession regarding the Comprehensive Plan Update. The meeting includes public hearings for two rezoning requests and one conditional use permit application. These items involve changes to zoning districts on White Marsh Road, Plummer Boulevard, and Holland Road.

• Rezoning RZN2023-007: 1226 White Marsh Road
• Rezoning RZN2024-004: 5414 Plummer Boulevard
• Conditional Use Permit CUP2024-009 for a mini-warehouse on Holland Road

Historic Landmarks Commission Agendas

The Historic Landmarks Commission will review a request for exterior alterations at 100 E. Constance Road. Staff will also provide updates on property maintenance and zoning.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request for 100 E. Constance Road
• Property maintenance update
• Zoning update

Historic Landmarks Commission Packets

The Historic Landmarks Commission is reviewing a request to replace an existing commercial sign at 100 E. Constance Road with a new brick and metal monument sign. The proposal includes signage for the Suffolk Conference Center, Hilton Garden Inn, and Crust & Cork restaurant. Staff recommends approval of the application.

• Signage replacement request for 100 E. Constance Road
• Administrative COA updates
• Property maintenance update
• Zoning update

Economic Development Authority Board Meeting Agendas

The Board will review financial reports ending April 30, 2024, and approve minutes from the May 8 meeting. The agenda includes updates on legal representation and the Virginia Business Ready Site Program. Additionally, the board will review several marketing and newsletter reports.

• 157 North Main Street Building Update
• Virginia Business Ready Site Program (VBRSP) Update
• EDA Legal Representation Update
• Financial reports for period ending April 30, 2024
• May 2024 Suffolk Marketing Activity Report

City Council Meeting Agendas

The City Council approved the acceptance of state funds for Suffolk Public Schools and funds from the Nansemond River Garden Club for Festival Park. The council also scheduled public hearings for July 17 regarding various bond issuances and a cell tower lease amendment.

• Accepting State funds for Suffolk Public Schools
• Transferring traffic camera program funds to the General Fund
• Vacating and abandoning General Early Drive
• Scheduling hearings for General Obligation Public Improvement Bonds, Series 2024
• Appointments to the Agricultural Advisory Committee

City Council Meeting Packets

The Suffolk City Council will hold a work session to receive a presentation on recent General Assembly legislation. The agenda also includes a review of vacancies and expiring terms for various local boards and commissions.

• Presentation on 2024 legislative updates by Access Point Public Affairs, LLC and the City Attorney’s Office
• Review of vacancies for the Agricultural Advisory Committee and Clean Community Commission
• Review of expiring terms for the Human Services Advisory Board and Southside Network Authority

City Council Work Sessions

The Suffolk City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2024 legislative update involving Access Point Public Affairs, LLC and the City Attorney's Office. The agenda also includes proposed items for a closed session regarding appointments.

• 2024 Legislative Update involving Access Point Public Affairs, LLC and the City Attorney's Office
• Proposed appointments for closed session

Planning Commission Meeting Packets

The Suffolk Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a church, a family transfer subdivision plat, and a Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area exception for decks. They will also discuss two rezoning requests and an ordinance text amendment. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and staff reports.

• Conditional Use Permit CUP2024-005 for Hope City Church at 540 E. Constance Road
• Family Transfer Subdivision Plat FTR2023-007 at 326 Lummis Road to create one new parcel
• CBPA Exception CEX2024-001 for Bennetts Creek Quarter Phase 3 at 4351 Abercorn Drive for six timber decks
• Rezoning request RZN2023-007 for 1226 White Marsh Road from B-2 to RU-12
• Rezoning request RZN2024-004 for 5414 Plummer Boulevard from O-I to RU-18

Planning Commission Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a church, a Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area exception for decks, and an ordinance text amendment. They will also review a family subdivision plat and hear staff reports on two rezoning requests. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and commissioner comments.

• Family Transfer Subdivision Plat FTR2023-007 to create one new parcel at 326 Lummis Road
• Conditional Use Permit CUP2024-005 for Hope City Church at 540 E. Constance Road
• CBPA Exception CEX2024-001 for six timber decks at 4351 Abercorn Drive
• Ordinance Text Amendment OTA2024-002 to UDO Section 31-411(e) Cluster Pattern
• Rezoning RZN2023-007 (White Marsh) and RZN2024-004 (Belleharbour) staff report

City Council Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk City Council approved several zoning changes and funding allocations during the May 15 meeting. Decisions included rezonings for industrial and residential use, as well as a memorandum of understanding with the Nansemond Indian Nation. A request for surface mining operations at 12000 Wyanoke Trail was continued to July.

• Rezoned 1941 Wilroy Road from B-2 to M-2 (Heavy Industrial)
• Rezoned 606 Carolina Road to RU-18 (Residential Urban)
• Approved MOU with Nansemond Indian Nation for land parcel transfer
• Allocated funds for Pittmantown Road bridge replacement
• Continued surface mining permit at 12000 Wyanoke Trail to July 17

Children's Services Act Meeting Minutes

The Children's Services Act Community Policy and Management Team met to review finances, approve case funding, and discuss vendor contracts. They approved $41,927.35 in case requests and voted to negotiate a $66,677.77 invoice from Serenity C & C. The team also discussed revising the emergency placement policy to increase the $3,000 per-child limit and expand eligibility beyond foster care.

• Approved $41,927.35 in total CSA case requests
• Voted to negotiate Serenity C & C invoice of $66,677.77 for back payment
• CSA total expenditures to date: $1,806,967.68; remaining budget: $195,577.67
• Reviewed emergency placement policy; considering raising $3,000 per-child limit
• Tabled CQI Dashboard review until next meeting

City Council Meeting Packets

The Suffolk City Council will hold public hearings on several land-use items, including a rezoning of 1941 Wilroy Road from commercial to heavy industrial, a conditional use permit for a borrow pit at 12000 Wyanoke Trail, and a rezoning of 606 Carolina Road to residential. The council will also consider a memorandum of understanding with the Nansemond Indian Nation for a property transfer, continued from March. The work session includes updates on youth summer programs and transit.

• Rezoning 1941 Wilroy Road to M-2 Heavy Industrial (conditional)
• Conditional use permit for surface mining at 12000 Wyanoke Trail
• Rezoning 606 Carolina Road to RU-18 Residential Urban-18 (conditional)
• Memorandum of Understanding with Nansemond Indian Nation for Tax Map Parcel 10*46
• Accept VDOT funds for Pittmantown Road bridge replacement

Children's Services Act Meeting Agendas

The Community Policy and Management Team will meet to approve minutes, review the financial report, and enter closed session to consider pending cases involving funding requests. In open session, they will discuss a contract with Teen Titans group home, review the Emergency Placement Policy, and receive a CQI Dashboard update. The agenda is largely procedural, with the Teen Titans contract being the most substantive item.

• Contract with Teen Titans group home discussed
• Review of Emergency Placement Policy
• CQI Dashboard Review
• Financial Report review
• Closed session for pending cases

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss youth summer programs and receive a transit update. Two items are proposed for closed session: appointments and disposition of property on Tax Map 10*46.

• Youth Summer Programs discussion
• Transit Update
• Appointments (proposed for closed session)
• Disposition of Property, Tax Map 10*46 (proposed for closed session)

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Packets

The Suffolk Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on four variance requests, including Valvoline's request to reduce required drive-thru stacking spaces from six to three at 3098 Godwin Blvd. The board will also consider variances for properties at 212 N 7th St, Tax Map 13A*York*78, and Tax Map 35F*LO*5. The meeting will begin with approval of the April 9, 2024 minutes.

• BZA 01-2024: Valvoline LLC requests variance to reduce drive-thru stacking from 6 to 3 vehicles and allow service bays adjacent to public right-of-way at 3098 Godwin Blvd
• BZA 12-2024: Reliable Renovations LLC requests variance at 212 N 7th St
• BZA 14-2024: Innovative Developments LLC requests variance for Tax Map No: 13A*York*78
• BZA 15-2024: BC Branch Enterprise Inc requests variance for Tax Map No: 35F*LO*5
• Approval of minutes from April 9, 2024 regular meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Agendas

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review four specific zoning appeal requests. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the April 9, 2024, meeting.

• BZA 07-2024: 3098 Godwin Blvd (Craig Malvano for Valvoline LLC)
• BZA 12-2024: 212 N 76 St (Reliable Renovations, LLC)
• BZA 14-2024: Tap Map No: 13A*york*78 (Innovative Developments LLC)
• BZA 15-2024: Tax Map No: 35f*LO*5 (BC Branch Enterprise Inc)

Historic Landmarks Commission Agendas

The Suffolk Historic Landmarks Commission will hold a regular session to consider two Certificates of Appropriateness for exterior alterations to historic properties. The first is for 514 W Washington Street, and the second is for 341 E. Washington Street. The meeting also includes staff reports on administrative approvals, property maintenance, and zoning updates.

• Certificate of Appropriateness HLC2024-00007 for exterior alterations at 514 W Washington Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness HLC2024-00009 for exterior alterations at 341 E. Washington Street
• Staff reports on COA administrative approvals, property maintenance, and zoning updates

Historic Landmarks Commission Packets

The Historic Landmarks Commission will consider two Certificates of Appropriateness for exterior alterations at 514 W Washington Street and 341 E Washington Street. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and staff reports on administrative approvals, property maintenance, and zoning updates.

• Certificate of Appropriateness HLC2024-00007 for exterior alterations at 514 W Washington Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness HLC2024-00009 for exterior alterations at 341 E Washington Street
• Staff reports on administrative COA approvals, property maintenance updates, and zoning updates

Economic Development Authority Board Meeting Agendas

The Board of Directors will discuss the proposed FY 23-24 EDA Budget and review financial reports. The body will also address the completion of small business improvement grants for two local businesses.

• Proposed FY 23-24 EDA Budget
• Small Business Improvement Grant completion for 231 Pinner Street (Café Davina)
• Small Business Improvement Grant completion for 202 East Washington Street (Gourmet Burger Bistro)
• Financial Reports for periods ending March 31, 2024

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will receive status reports on tax collections, investments, and assessments. The meeting includes updates from the Commissioner of the Revenue and the Finance Director.

• Status of Tax Collections and Investments
• Status of Tax Assessments and Trends
• Commissioner of the Revenue Update
• Finance & Budget Update

Suffolk Early Childhood Development Commission Meetings

The Suffolk Early Childhood Development Commission will review March 2024 meeting minutes and host Clint Rudy from DPIL as a guest speaker. The agenda includes coordinator reports on child care numbers, finance, and mini grant updates.

• Guest speaker presentation by Clint Rudy (DPIL)
• Review of March 2024 meeting minutes
• Coordinator's report on child care numbers and finance
• Mini Grant Report
• Early Intervention Resource discussion

City Council Meeting Agendas

The council approved the FY 2024-2025 budget and related ordinances. A public hearing was held regarding a proposed 2.86% effective real estate tax increase due to reassessment. The council also authorized an application process for the Downtown Advisory Committee.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating and Capital Budget
• Public hearing on proposed 2.86% effective real estate tax increase
• Authorization of an application process for the Downtown Advisory Committee
• Adoption of FY 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME grant programs
• Appointment of Robert Rhodes to the Clean Community Commission

City Council Meeting Packets

The Suffolk City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint work session to review the draft 2045 Comprehensive Land Use Plan, followed by a regular session. The regular session includes a public hearing on the proposed 2.86% effective real estate tax increase due to reassessment, with a proposed rate of $1.07 per $100 of assessed value. The council will also consider adopting the FY 2024-2025 operating and capital budget, a Downtown Advisory Committee application process, and the FY 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME grants.

• Public hearing on 2.86% real estate tax increase due to reassessment
• Adoption of FY 2024-2025 operating and capital budget
• Resolution for Downtown Advisory Committee application process
• Resolution to adopt FY 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME grants
• Proclamation for National Police Officer Memorial Week

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint work session to discuss the 2045 Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The agenda also includes appointments and proposed items for closed session.

• 2045 Comprehensive Land Use Plan review
• Appointments
• Proposed items for closed session

Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee will discuss the drafted Suffolk 2045 Comprehensive Plan update and a letter to City Council regarding the plan. The meeting includes adoption of minutes from the previous meeting and discussion of upcoming agenda topics.

• Discussion of drafted Suffolk 2045 Comprehensive Plan update
• Discussion of letter to City Council regarding Comprehensive Plan update
• Adoption of minutes from March 28, 2024 meeting

Wetlands Board Packets

The Suffolk Wetlands Board will consider a permit request to construct a living shoreline along the Nansemond River. The project includes two spurs, two breakwaters, and 960 linear feet of revetment to stabilize an eroding bank. The shoreline will be planted with Spartina alterniflora and Spartina patens.

• Public hearing for VMRC23-2872: living shoreline at The Reserve at Cedar Point
• Proposed construction of two 110 and 75 linear foot spurs
• Proposed construction of two 173 linear foot breakwaters
• Proposed 960 linear feet of revetral along the Nansemond River

Wetlands Board Agendas

The Suffolk Wetlands Board is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and hold a public hearing on a permit application. The applicant seeks to construct a living shoreline with spurs, breakwaters, and revetment along the Nansemond River at The Reserve at Cedar Point Subdivision. The project does not qualify for a General Permit. No restoration hearings, permit extensions, old or new business, or compliance items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing for VMRC23-2872: living shoreline with two spurs (110 and 75 linear feet), two breakwaters (173 linear feet each), and 960 linear feet of revetment
• Project planted with Spartina alterniflora and Spartina patens
• Properties in The Reserve at Cedar Point Subdivision, Zoning Map 5*16A*2, Parcels 24-36 and OS*C, zoned RL
• Approval of minutes from July 20, 2023 and March 21, 2024 meetings

City Council Meeting Agendas

The City Council held public hearings regarding the FY 2024-2025 budget and community development grants. Members approved a conditional use permit for a solar energy facility on Kings Fork Road and established a Downtown Advisory Committee. Additionally, the council approved various ordinances related to zoning and fund transfers.

• Approved conditional use permit for a solar energy facility at 1553 Kings Fork Road
• Established the Downtown Advisory Committee and directed an application process draft
• Approved ordinance to transfer traffic camera funds to the General Fund
• Approved VDOT funds for repaving Freeman Mill Road over Spivey Swamp
• Approved rezoning of Hallstead Reserve on Pruden Boulevard, Hallstead Boulevard, and Murphys Mill Road

Children's Services Act Meeting Minutes

The Children's Services Act Community Policy and Management Team met to review finances, approve case funding, and discuss contracts. They approved $51,102.67 in total CSA requests and tabled a payment for Serenity C & C pending investigation. They also approved contracts with Milestone and Cornerstone, tabling Teen Titans Youth until questions are answered. The meeting included updates on a court team, dashboard data, and an upcoming retreat.

• Approved $51,102.67 in total CSA requests
• Tabled Serenity C & C payment pending investigation
• Approved contracts with Milestone and Cornerstone; tabled Teen Titans Youth
• Discussed hiring a reunification worker for Dept. of Social Services
• Noted increased private day placements and push for kinship placements

City Council Meeting Packets

The Suffolk City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting on April 17, 2024. The work session includes updates on waste disposal alternatives and the Downtown Advisory Committee. The regular meeting features public hearings on the FY2024-2025 budget, a rezoning, and several conditional use permits, plus consent agenda items for funding and ordinances.

• Public hearing on FY2024-2025 Operating and Capital Budget
• Rezoning at Zoning Map 34 Parcel 3C*5*6 to Residential Compact (Conditional)
• Conditional use permit for solar energy facility at 1553 Kings Fork Road
• Conditional use permit for surface mining at 6501 and 6701 Holy Neck Road
• Ordinance to accept VDOT funds for repaving Freeman Mill Road over Spivey Swamp

Children's Services Act Meeting Agendas

The Community Policy and Management Team will approve minutes, review finances, and enter closed session to consider pending funding cases. New business includes FAPT presentations for 2025-2026 CSA contracts, a Best Practice Court Team update, and a CQI Dashboard review. The agenda is largely procedural with routine approvals and updates.

• Closed session to consider pending cases involving funding requests
• FAPT presentations for CSA contracts for 2025-2026
• Best Practice Court Team update by Kim Jennings and others
• CQI Dashboard review
• Financial report review

City Council Work Sessions

The Suffolk City Council will hold a work session to discuss waste disposal alternatives with the Southeastern Public Service Authority (SPSA) and receive an update from the Downtown Advisory Committee. The council will also consider appointments and proposed items for a closed session.

• SPSA waste disposal alternatives discussion
• Downtown Advisory Committee update
• Appointments to boards or commissions
• Proposed items for closed session

Planning Commission Meeting Packets

The Suffolk Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a rezoning to allow an HRSD pressure reducing station at 1941 Wilroy Road, a conditional use permit for sand mining at 12000 Wyanoke Trail, and a conditional use permit for a satellite trade school at 612 Carolina Road. The commission will also consider a rezoning for a townhome development at 612 Carolina Road as old business. A motion to schedule a joint work session with City Council for May 1, 2024 is also on the agenda.

• Rezoning (RZN2023-011) of 1941 Wilroy Road from B-2 General Commercial to M-2 Heavy Industrial for an HRSD pressure reducing station
• Conditional use permit (CUP2023-025) for surface sand mining at 12000 Wyanoke Trail in the Agricultural district
• Conditional use permit (CUP2024-002) for a satellite trade school at 612 Carolina Road in the B-2 General Commercial district
• Old business: rezoning (RZN2024-002) of 612 Carolina Road from B-2 and M-2 to RU-18 Residential Urban for up to 235 townhome/multifamily units
• Motion to schedule a joint work session with City Council for May 1, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.

Electoral Board Meeting Agenda

The Board established the specific dates for the June 18th Dual Primary canvass process. Members also discussed precinct facility conditions and addressed voter placement audit results.

• June 18th Dual Primary Canvass schedule: June 19-23
• White March Precinct water and heat inquiry
• Lakeside Precinct facility sale discussion
• March 21, 2024 ELECT Voter Placement Audit results
• Reimbursement of 2024 March Presidential Primary costs to the city

Planning Commission Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three requests: a rezoning for an HRSD pressure reducing station, a conditional use permit for sand mining, and a conditional use permit for a trade school. They will also discuss a rezoning for residential development and schedule a joint work session with City Council.

• Rezoning RZN2023-011: 1941 Wilroy Road from B-2 to M-2 for HRSD Wilroy Pressure Reducing Station
• Conditional Use Permit CUP2023-025: 12000 Wyanoke Trail for surface mining (borrow pits) for specialty sand
• Conditional Use Permit CUP2024-002: 612 Carolina Road for a satellite trade school
• Rezoning RZN2024-002: 612 Carolina Road from B-2/M-2 to RU-18 for residential development
• Motion to schedule joint work session with City Council on May 1, 2024

Historic Landmarks Commission Packets

The Historic Landmarks Commission will consider two Certificates of Appropriateness for exterior alterations at 342 and 181-185 N. Main Street, both in the Historic Conservation Overlay district. The commission will also discuss and potentially adopt revised bylaws. Staff will provide updates on administrative approvals, property maintenance, and zoning.

• Certificate of Appropriateness HLC2023-00026 for exterior alterations at 342 N. Main St., a contributing circa-1830 dwelling with a prior code violation
• Certificate of Appropriateness HLC2024-00006 for exterior alterations at 181-185 N. Main St. (The Elliott Apartments)
• Discussion and possible adoption of revised Historic Landmarks Commission Bylaws
• Staff reports on administrative COA approvals, property maintenance update, and zoning update

Historic Landmarks Commission Agendas

The Historic Landmarks Commission will hold a regular session to consider two requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for exterior alterations to properties on North Main Street, as well as a revision and adoption of its bylaws. The commission will also receive staff reports on administrative approvals, property maintenance, and zoning updates.

• Bylaws revision and adoption
• Certificate of Appropriateness HLC2023-00026 for 342 N Main Street (Rick Bindhamer)
• Certificate of Appropriateness HLC2024-00006 for 181-185 N Main Street (Paige Pollard, agent for Joseph T. Waldo, The Elliott Apartments, LLC)

Economic Development Authority Board Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Economic Development Authority is meeting to review property holdings and financial reports. The board will consider funding for Layer 9 and grant applications for Redwood Smoke Shack.

• Appropriation of funds for Layer 9
• Façade Grant Application for Redwood Smoke Shack
• Small Business Improvement Grant for Redwood Smoke Shack
• Review of EDA Properties
• Financial Reports for period ending February 29, 2024

City Council Meeting Packets

The Suffolk City Council and School Board are holding a joint work session to discuss the proposed FY 2024-2025 operating and capital budgets for both the city and schools, including a $4 million city funding increase for schools. They will also review the transfer of school property for an operations facility relocation, enforcement camera revenue for school safety projects, elementary school options for Elephants Fork and Kilby Shores, residential development, and major transportation projects.

• Proposed school budget of $242,729,721 for FY25, with $4M city request and $6,047,712 state increase
• City budget proposes real estate tax rate of $1.09 per $100, with council motion to reduce to $1.07
• Transfer of SPS property at 1507 Freeney Avenue and 1402 Bright Lane to city for operations facility relocation
• Enforcement camera revenue of $15,832,200 anticipated, with $8,055,516 remaining for safety projects
• Elementary school options for Elephants Fork and Kilby Shores, including new school construction and rezoning

City Council Work Sessions

The Suffolk City Council will hold a joint work session with the Suffolk Public School Board to discuss the proposed FY 2024-2025 operating and capital budgets for both the school board and the city manager. Other agenda items include the relocation of SPS operations facilities, options for elementary schools at Elephant Fork and Kilby Shores, residential development, and major transportation projects.

Library Advisory Board Meetings

The Suffolk Library Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business including roll call, approving minutes from January 9, 2024, and receiving reports from the Friends of the Library, the Library Director, and the Literacy Council. The board will also discuss unfinished business regarding the new downtown library and new business on strategic planning theming.

• Discussion of new downtown library
• Strategic planning theming discussion
• Friends of the Library report
• Literacy Council report

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Packets

The Suffolk Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance requests: to reduce the side yard setback at 223 Raleigh Ave, and for properties at 5496 Nansemond Pkwy and 110 N 11th St. The board will also approve minutes from the March 12, 2024 meeting. Staff recommends approval for the Raleigh Ave request.

• BZA08-2024: Variance to reduce side yard setback from 10 ft to 5.7 ft at 223 Raleigh Ave (Black Tip Associates)
• BZA09-2024: Variance request for 5496 Nansemond Pkwy (OCCA Properties, LLC)
• BZA70-2024: Variance request for 110 N 11th St (Firm Foundations LLC)
• Approval of minutes from March 12, 2024 regular meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Agendas

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to approve previous minutes and conduct public hearings on three specific zoning appeals. The board will review requests related to properties on Raleigh Ave, Nansemond Pkwy, and N 11th St.

• Public hearing BZA08-2024: 223 Raleigh Ave (Black Tip Associates)
• Public hearing BZA09-2024: 5496 Nansemond Pkwy (OCCA Properties, LLC)
• Public hearing BZA10-2024: 110 N 11th St (Firm Foundations LLC)

City Council Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk City Council approved an ordinance to acquire property or easements for the Nansemond Parkway Bridge Replacement project and appropriated funds from the General Fund for one-time expenditures. The council scheduled spring public hearings so residents can review the upcoming operating budget, capital projects, federal grant plans, and a potential property tax adjustment following reassessment. Members also approved appointments to local boards and received staff updates on workforce development and land use applications.

• Ordinance approved to acquire real property or easements for the Nansemond Parkway Bridge Replacement (Structure No.: 133-1836) project via agreement or condemnation
• Ordinance approved to appropriate funds from the General Fund Committed Fund Balance for one-time expenditures
• Public hearings scheduled for April 17 on the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating and Capital Budget and Community Development Block Grant Program plan
• Public hearing scheduled for May 1 on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Citywide effective real estate tax increase due to reassessment
• Public hearing scheduled for May 15 to amend city code precincts and boundaries for Cypress Borough, John F. Kennedy Precinct, and White Marsh Precinct

City Council Meeting Packets

The Suffolk City Council will hold a work session to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating and Capital Budget and discuss a potential boundary line modification for two precincts in Cypress Borough. During the regular session, the council will consider scheduling public hearings on the budget, a proposed real property tax increase due to reassessment, and other items. The agenda also includes a public hearing on property acquisition for the Nansemond Parkway Bridge Replacement project and several staff reports.

• Public hearing on ordinance authorizing acquisition of real property for Nansemond Parkway Bridge Replacement (Structure No. 133-1836)
• Motion to schedule public hearing on proposed FY2024-2025 Operating & Capital Budget for April 17, 2024
• Motion to schedule public hearing on proposed effective real property tax increase exceeding 1% due to reassessments for May 1, 2024
• Motion to schedule public hearing to amend precinct boundaries for John F. Kennedy and White Marsh Precincts in Cypress Borough
• Staff report on proposed FY2024-2025 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME programs

City Council Work Sessions

The Suffolk City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 operating and capital budget, as well as proposed changes to the Cypress Borough's John F. Kennedy and White Marsh precincts. The council will also consider appointments and personnel matters, with proposed items for closed session.

• Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating and Capital Budget
• Cypress Borough: John F. Kennedy Precinct and White Marsh Precinct changes
• Appointments
• Personnel Matters
• Proposed Items for Closed Session

Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss the drafted Suffolk 2045 Comprehensive Plan update. They will also adopt minutes from the January 25, 2024 meeting. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 25, 2024.

• Discussion of the drafted Suffolk 2045 Comprehensive Plan update
• Adoption of minutes from January 25, 2024 meeting
• Next regularly scheduled meeting on April 25, 2024

Wetlands Board Packets

The Suffolk Wetlands Board is meeting to discuss a permit application for a shoreline stabilization project along the Nansemond River. The proposal involves constructing a living shoreline to prevent further erosion and property loss.

• Public hearing for VMRC23-2872: construction of a living shoreline with two spurs (110 and 75 linear feet), two breakwaters (173 linear feet each), and 960 linear feet of revetment
• Project location: The Reserve at Cedar Point Subdivision, Zoning Map 5*16A*2, Parcels 24-36 and OS*C
• Proposed impact: 0.22 acres of vegetated wetlands impacted with 0.50 acres established, resulting in a net gain of 0.28 acres
• Proposed conservation easement to protect the project area and 100-foot Resource Protection Area buffer in perpetuity
• Approval of minutes from the July 20, 2023 meeting

Wetlands Board Agendas

The Suffolk Wetlands Board is meeting to consider one public hearing item: a permit application for a living shoreline project along the Nansemond River. The board will also approve minutes from its July 20, 2023 meeting. No restoration hearings, permit extensions, old business, new business, or compliance items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing VMRC23-2872 for a living shoreline with two spurs (110 and 75 linear feet), two breakwaters (173 linear feet each), and 960 linear feet of revetment
• Project does not qualify for a General Permit
• Properties in The Reserve at Cedar Point Subdivision, Zoning Map 5*16A*2, Parcels 24-36 and OS*C, zoned RL (Residential Low Density)
• Applicant: Peter Stutts, HGS LLC, on behalf of multiple property owners including CEPCO 1 LLC
• Approval of minutes from July 20, 2023 meeting

Children's Services Act Meeting Agendas

The Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT) will meet to approve minutes, review the financial report, and enter closed session to consider pending cases involving funding requests. New business includes consideration of a contract with Continuum Behavioral Health for telehealth ABA services, an annual review of the Service Gap Survey, and a CQI Dashboard review. The meeting also includes updates from member agencies.

• Consideration of CSA Contracts for 2025-2026 with Continuum Behavioral Health for telehealth ABA services
• Annual review of the Service Gap Survey
• CQI Dashboard Review
• Closed session to consider pending cases with funding requests
• Financial report review

City Council Meeting Packets

The Suffolk City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting on March 20, 2024. The work session includes updates on Shentel Glofiber broadband construction and a funding opportunity for the Route 460 Improvement project. The regular session features consent agenda items, public hearings on a conditional use permit, a rezoning, a variance, and a memorandum of understanding with the Nansemond Indian Nation, plus staff reports and motions to schedule future meetings.

• Route 460 Improvement Project funding overview with Davenport & Company
• Resolution to participate in Virginia TPOF program for Route 460 project
• Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit for public assembly at 456 Barnes Road (CUP2023-011)
• Public hearing: Rezoning and proffered condition amendment at 6500 College Drive (RZN2024-001)
• Public hearing: Variance from lot frontage requirement at 6500 College Drive (SBV2023-002)

Children's Services Act Meeting Minutes

The Children's Services Act Community Policy and Management Team met to review finances, approve case funding, and discuss service gaps. Members approved $86,331.55 in case requests, declined a telehealth ABA provider in favor of local in-person vendors, and discussed a $200,000 funding request for juvenile services.

• Approved $86,331.55 in CSA case requests
• Declined Continuum Behavioral Health telehealth ABA services
• Discussed FY 2024 Service Gap Survey, identifying respite as a new gap
• Approved FY 2025-2026 VJCCCA Plan; $200,000 additional funding requested
• 62% of CSA funding went to private day and foster care expenditures

City Council Meeting Agendas

The City Council decided on several land-use permits and the acceptance of state and program funds for infrastructure and records preservation. The body also scheduled a public hearing for the Nansemond Parkway Bridge Replacement Project.

• Conditional Use Permit for public assembly at 456 Barnes Road
• Rezoning and variance for property at 6500 College Drive
• Funding for the Suffolk Seaboard Coastline Trail Phase IIIA extension
• Participation in TPOF program for the Route 460 Road Improvement Project
• Public hearing scheduled for April 3, 2024, regarding Nansemond Parkway Bridge Replacement property acquisition

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss an update from Shentel Glofiber and funding for the Route 460 Improvements Project. Appointments and proposed items for closed session are also on the agenda.

• Shentel Glofiber update
• Route 460 Improvements Project funding discussion
• Appointments
• Proposed items for closed session

Planning Commission Meeting Packets

The Suffolk Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests, two conditional use permits for a solar farm and a borrow pit, a subdivision variance, and two ordinance text amendments. The commission will also vote on minutes from the previous meeting.

• Rezoning of Pitchkettle Landing (RZN2023-005) from commercial, residential, and office to Residential Compact on Pitchkettle Road
• Rezoning of Parkwood (RZN2024-002) from commercial and industrial to Residential Urban 18 at 612 Carolina Road
• Conditional use permit for Nansemond Solar (CUP2023-019) for a ground-mounted solar facility at 1553 Kings Fork Road
• Conditional use permit for TLW Materials (CUP2024-001) for a borrow pit mining operation at 6501 & 6701 Holy Neck Road
• Ordinance text amendments OTA2024-002 and OTA2024-003 to update Unified Development Ordinance sections on cluster design standards and notice provisions

Planning Commission Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests, four conditional use permits, one subdivision variance, and two ordinance text amendments. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes, status reports, and commissioner comments. All items are under consideration; no final decisions are made at this meeting.

• Rezoning RZN2023-005: Pitchkettle Landing, from CP/RU/O-I to RC (Conditional), Pitchkettle Road
• Rezoning RZN2024-002: Parkwood, from B-2/M-2 to RU-18, 612 Carolina Road
• CUP2023-019: Nansemond Solar, ground-mounted solar facility, 1553 Kings Fork Road
• CUP2024-001: TLW Materials, surface mining (borrow pit), 6501 & 6701 Holy Neck Road
• CUP2024-002: Parkwood, satellite trade school, 612 Carolina Road

Economic Development Authority Board Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Economic Development Authority will review several small business and façade grant applications. The board will also discuss an EDIP agreement for Massimo Zanetti Beverage USA, Inc. and elect officers.

• EDIP Agreement for Massimo Zanetti Beverage USA, Inc.
• Façade Grant completion for 1228 Carolina Rd.
• Small Business Improvement Grant completion for 2099 Sun Harbour Ave. Suite 115 (Rajput)
• Small Business Improvement Grant for 126 N. Main St. (Darla’s Downtown Boutique)
• Small Business Improvement Grant for 202 E. Washington St. (Gourmet Burger Bistro)

Economic Development Authority Board Meeting Agendas

The meeting agenda provided is a public notice regarding a change in meeting location. No specific business items or decisions are listed in the provided text.

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Agendas

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to approve previous minutes and conduct public hearings for six specific zoning cases. These cases involve requests from Beach Cove Builders LLC, BMDP LLC, and Brennan Branch/Branch Enterprises.

• Public hearing BZA 37-2023: 112 N 11TH St (Brennan Branch/Branch Enterprises)
• Public hearing BZA 03-2024: Map No: 35F*LO*6 (Beach Cove Builders LLC)
• Public hearing BZA 04-2024: Map No: 35F*LO*7 (Beach Cove Builders LLC)
• Public hearing BZA 5-2024: Map No: 35E©W*21*22 (BMDP LLC)
• Public hearing BZA 6-2024: Map No: 35E©W*PT21 (BMDP LLC)

Suffolk Early Childhood Development Commission Meetings

The Suffolk Early Childhood Development Commission will review the February 2024 meeting minutes and receive a coordinator's report on child care numbers. The agenda also includes updates on finance, partners, and early intervention sources.

• Review of February 2024 meeting minutes
• Coordinator’s Report on child care numbers and ECDC updates
• Finance Report and Partner Update
• Introduction to Miss Humblebee’s Academy
• Collection and consideration of early intervention sources

City Council Meeting Packets

The Suffolk City Council will hold a work session on March 6, 2024, to review the city's Commercial Driver's License training program and the Ditch Maintenance Plan. In the regular session, the council will vote on an ordinance adopting an updated regional mutual aid agreement for fire and rescue services, and receive a staff update on the Godwin Boulevard widening and Route 10/58 Diverging Diamond Interchange project.

• Ordinance adopting the Agreement for Mutual Aid Fire and Rescue Services Among Localities in Hampton Roads Virginia
• Overview of the City of Suffolk Commercial Driver's License Training Program
• Ditch Maintenance Program (DMP) overview
• Staff report on Godwin Boulevard Widening & Route 10/58 Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) update
• Motion to schedule a City Council Work Session for March 20, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

The City Council will meet to discuss an ordinance regarding fire and rescue services in Hampton Roads. The meeting includes a staff report on road infrastructure projects and a motion to schedule a future work session.

• Ordinance adopting the Agreement for Mutual Aid Fire and Rescue Services Among Localities in Hampton Roads Virginia
• Staff Report on Godwin Boulevard Widening & Route 10/58 Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) Update
• Motion to schedule a City Council Work Session for March 20, 2024

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council will receive an overview of the Commercial Driver's License Training Program and discuss the Ditch Maintenance Program. Appointments and proposed items for closed session are also on the agenda.

• Overview of the City of Suffolk Commercial Driver’s License Training Program
• Ditch Maintenance Program (DMP)
• Appointments
• Proposed items for closed session

Children's Services Act Meeting Agendas

The Community Policy and Management Team will meet to approve minutes, review finances, and enter closed session for pending cases involving funding requests. They will also discuss revised benchmarks, maximizing Medicaid funding for youth, and a community needs assessment. The agenda includes training on Robert's Rules of Order.

• Closed session to consider pending cases with funding requests
• Discussion of revised benchmarks for congregate care and attendance
• Maximizing Medicaid funding for youth served through CSA
• PSSF Community Needs Assessment
• Robert's Rules of Order training for members

Children's Services Act Meeting Minutes

The Children's Services Act Community Policy and Management Team met to approve meeting minutes, a financial report, and case funding totaling $232,720.60. They also approved revised benchmarks for congregate care and discussed truancy cases, training, and facility updates. The meeting included a closed session for case discussions.

• Approved $232,720.60 in CSA case requests
• Financial report shows CSA budget $2,748,453.00, projected expenditures $2,428,015.98
• Approved revised benchmarks for congregate care (max 20% of children, stay under one year)
• Discussed truancy: 23 of 90 FY2023 cases were truancy, 5 new in FY2024
• Lynnhaven Boys Home renovation estimated $600,000-$700,000; keys returned to Virginia Beach

City Council Meeting Packets

The Suffolk City Council will hold a work session to hear the City Assessor's annual report on the 2024-2025 reassessment and review the draft 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The regular session includes public hearings on the Capital Improvements Program, several rezoning and conditional use permit requests, and other ordinances. The agenda also includes consent items for funding appropriations and a resolution to adopt the Capital Improvements Program.

• Public hearing on Capital Improvements Program & Plan for FY 2024-2025 through 2033-2034
• Conditional use permit for a place of worship under 6,000 sq ft at 807 W. Washington Street
• Rezoning of 2061 & 2075 Wilroy Road from RL, M-1, B-2 to M-1 Light Industrial
• Rezoning of Hillpoint Farms Planned Development (River Highlands Phase 3) on Getty Road
• Ordinance to reappropriate unspent Schools CARES Act and State Technology Equipment grant funds

City Council Meeting Agendas

City Council approved a long-term capital improvements plan for fiscal years 2024-2034. The body also decided on several zoning changes, conditional use permits, and the establishment of a second absentee ballot precinct for the November 2024 election.

• Adoption of the Capital Improvements Program and Plan for FY 2024-2025 through 2033-2034
• Rezoning of 2061 & 2075 Wilroy Road to M-1 Light Industrial
• Conditional Use Permit for a place of worship at 807 W. Washington Street
• Funding appropriation for College Drive Median Improvements
• Conditional Use Permit for public assembly at 6142 Whaleyville Boulevard

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council will hold a work session to receive the City Assessor’s annual report and a presentation of the draft 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes appointments and a property disposition item, with proposed items for closed session.

• City Assessor’s Annual Report to City Council
• 2045 Comprehensive Plan Update: Presentation of the Draft Plan
• Appointments
• Disposition of Property, Tax Map 10*46

Planning Commission Meeting Packets

The Suffolk Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a rezoning request for The Point at Harbour View to allow utility facilities, a conditional use permit for a wedding venue on Barnes Road, and a subdivision variance for an HRSD boat harbor treatment plant. The commission will also consider two family transfer subdivision plats and receive staff reports on significant land use items including the Pitchkettle Landing and Parkwood rezoning requests.

• Rezoning request RZN2024-001 for The Point at Harbour View at 6500 College Drive to allow utility facilities
• Conditional use permit CUP2023-011 for a wedding venue at 456 Barnes Road
• Subdivision variance SBV2023-002 for HRSD Boat Harbor at 6500 College Drive to reduce minimum frontage requirements
• Family transfer subdivision plats FTR2023-006 at 991 Lummis Road and FTR2023-008 at 5824 Old Myrtle Road
• Staff report on Pitchkettle Landing rezoning (RZN2023-005) and Parkwood rezoning (RZN2024-002)

Planning Commission Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Planning Commission is meeting to consider several land-use items, including two family transfer subdivision plats, a rezoning for The Point at Harbour View, a conditional use permit for a wedding venue, and a variance for an HRSD boat harbor treatment plant. The commission will also receive staff reports on significant rezoning requests and an update on the 2045 Comprehensive Plan.

• Family Transfer Subdivision Plat FTR2023-006: create two parcels at 991 Lummis Road
• Family Transfer Subdivision Plat FTR2023-008: create one parcel at 5824 Old Myrtle Road
• Rezoning RZN2024-001: The Point at Harbour View, 6500 College Drive, to allow utility facilities
• Conditional Use Permit CUP2023-011: wedding venue at 456 Barnes Road
• Subdivision Variance SBV2023-002: HRSD Boat Harbor, 6500 College Drive, frontage relief

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will receive status reports on tax collections, investments, and assessments. The meeting also includes updates from the Commissioner of the Revenue and the Interim Budget Director.

• Status of Tax Collections and Investments report
• Status of Tax Assessments and Trends report
• Commissioner of the Revenue update
• Finance & Budget update

Economic Development Authority Board Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Economic Development Authority is meeting to review financial reports and discuss several business updates. The board will consider a Small Business Improvement Grant application and elect a Deputy Secretary/Treasurer.

• Small Business Improvement Grant application for Café Davina at 231 Pinner Street
• Update on the 157 N. Main Street building purchase
• Update on the Hilton Garden Inn
• Request for Proposal for legal services update
• Election of Deputy Secretary/Treasurer

Historic Landmarks Commission Agendas

The Historic Landmarks Commission is holding a work session to discuss its bylaws and receive a presentation from the City Attorney's Office on the Conflict of Interest Act (COIA) and the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Staff will also provide updates on administrative approvals, property maintenance, and zoning. The meeting is primarily procedural and informational, with no specific decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of Historic Landmarks Commission Bylaws
• City Attorney's Office presentation on COIA and FOIA
• Staff report on Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) administrative approvals
• Property maintenance update
• Zoning update

Historic Landmarks Commission Packets

The Historic Landmarks Commission will hold a work session to discuss and potentially update its bylaws. The City Attorney's Office will present on the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Conflict of Interest Act (COIA). Staff will also provide updates on certificate of appropriateness administrative approvals, property maintenance, and zoning.

• Review and possible update of Historic Landmarks Commission Bylaws
• City Attorney's Office presentation on FOIA and COIA requirements
• Staff reports on COA administrative approvals, property maintenance, and zoning updates

City Council Meeting Packets

The Suffolk City Council will hold a work session to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2034 Capital Improvements Program (CIP) and then a regular session to vote on consent agenda items, including accepting state and federal grants for fire/rescue, community corrections, and road improvements. The council will also hold a public hearing on a lease amendment for a communications tower and consider scheduling a public hearing on the CIP for February 21.

• Review of FY 2025-2034 Capital Improvements Program & Plan
• Ordinance to accept funds from Virginia Department of Emergency Management for Fire and Rescue
• Ordinance to accept funds from Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services for Community Corrections
• Ordinance to accept FEMA grant for Fire and Rescue
• Ordinance to accept VDOT funds for Nansemond Parkway/Bennetts Pasture Road intersection improvements

City Council Meeting Agendas

The City Council approved several ordinances to accept and appropriate state and federal funds for emergency services and infrastructure. The body also scheduled a public hearing for the Proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2034 Capital Improvements Program and Plan.

• Appropriation of funds from Virginia Department of Emergency Management for Suffolk Department of Fire and Rescue
• Appropriation of funds from Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services for Fifth Judicial District Community Corrections Program
• Appropriation of FEMA grant for Suffolk Department of Fire and Rescue
• Appropriation of Virginia Department of Transportation funds for Nansemond Parkway/Bennetts Pasture Road Intersection Improvements
• Direction to City Manager to evaluate Village Center Zoning District setbacks by June 5, 2024

City Council Work Sessions

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025-2034 Capital Improvements Program & Plan. This is a planning item, not a final vote. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Review of the 10-year Capital Improvements Program & Plan for FY 2025-2034

Suffolk Early Childhood Development Commission Meetings

The commission will review previous minutes and receive a report on child care numbers and ECDC updates. The agenda includes discussions regarding outreach efforts, supplemental learning tools, and recruitment strategies.

• Review of January 2024 meeting minutes
• Coordinator's Report on Child Care Numbers and ECDC Update
• Finance Report
• Discussion of Outreach Efforts and Supplemental Learning Tool
• Discussion of Recruitment Strategies

Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee will discuss ways to incentivize farming in Suffolk, review the adoption of updated solar facility regulations by City Council, and receive a status report on the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes election of officers and discussion of significant agricultural events in 2024.

• Discussion of ways to incentivize farming in the City
• Adoption of updated solar facility regulations by City Council on December 20, 2023
• Election of officers
• Comprehensive Plan status report
• Discussion of the State of Agriculture Address before City Council on December 20, 2023

City Council Meeting Agendas

The City Council approved several conditional use permits and updated the Unified Development Ordinance. The body also accepted state and port authority funds for infrastructure and criminal justice programs.

• Approved conditional use permit for a ready-mix concrete plant at 1273 Portsmouth Boulevard
• Approved amended conditions for a Bed & Breakfast at 231 Pinner Street
• Appropriated funds from Virginia Port Authority for Route 460 Improvements Project
• Appropriated V-STOP Reduction in Domestic Violence and Community Corrections Program grants
• Amended Chapter 31 of the Unified Development Ordinance regarding subdivisions

Children's Services Act Meeting Minutes

The Children's Services Act Community Policy and Management Team approved meeting minutes, a financial report showing net projected expenditures of $1,985,054.46, and $158,738.08 in case requests during closed session. They also discussed CANS training, public comment on proposed SEC policies, and trends in therapeutic foster care and residential care utilization.

• Approved financial report with net projected expenditures of $1,985,054.46
• Approved $158,738.08 in case requests, including payments for Ola House and Harbor Point
• Discussed CANS training scheduled for January 25, 2024
• Noted public comment deadline of February 16, 2024 for proposed SEC policies
• Reported decrease in therapeutic foster care youth served (2,831 in FY 2023 vs 2,881 in FY 2022)

City Council Meeting Packets

The City Council will hold a work session regarding an update to the 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The regular session includes public hearings for various conditional use permits and discussions on speed enforcement cameras.

• Public hearing for a Bed & Breakfast at 231 Pinner Street
• Public hearing for a solar energy facility on Hosier Road
• Public hearing for a ready-mix concrete plant at 1273 Portsmouth Boulevard
• Ordinance to accept funds from the Virginia Port Authority for Route 460 Improvements
• Staff report regarding Speed Enforcement Cameras

Children's Services Act Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT) will meet to approve minutes, review the financial report, and enter closed session to consider pending cases involving funding requests. They will also discuss old and new business, including public comment on proposed state policies, progress reports, and FY 2023 data review. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major public decisions expected.

• Closed session to consider pending cases with funding requests
• Public comment on proposed SEC policies (2.4, 3.4, 4.2) open until Feb 16, 2024
• Review of FY 2023 data and benchmarks for congregate care, discharges, and public awareness
• Upcoming trainings: Robert's Rules (Feb 21), CANS (Jan 25), Case Manager (Feb 6)

City Council Work Sessions

The Suffolk City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2045 Comprehensive Plan update, appointments, and a proposed boundary adjustment between Suffolk and Chesapeake. The agenda also includes items proposed for a closed session. No votes or final decisions are scheduled at this work session.

• 2045 Comprehensive Plan Update
• Appointments to boards or commissions
• Proposed boundary adjustment between Suffolk and Chesapeake
• Items proposed for closed session

Planning Commission Meeting Packets

The Planning Commission will review several land use requests including a rezoning for industrial use on Wilroy Road and multiple conditional use permits. The agenda also includes a report on the proposed Capital Improvements Plan for fiscal years 2025-2034.

• Rezoning request (RZN2023-009) to change property at 2061 and 2075 Wilroy Road from RL/M-1 to M-1 zoning
• Conditional Use Permit (CUP2022-024) for a public assembly venue at 6142 Whaleyville Boulevard
• Conditional Use Permit (CUP2023-024) to amend conditions for Ryan Construction Company on Wilroy Road
• Conditional Use Permit (CUP2023-026) to establish a place of worship at 807 W. Washington Street
• Staff report presentation on the Proposed Capital Improvements Plan FY 2025-2034

Planning Commission Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four requests: a rezoning of two Wilroy Road parcels to light industrial, a conditional use permit for an event venue on Whaleyville Boulevard, an amendment to conditions for a contractors' shop on Wilroy Road, and a conditional use permit for a place of worship on W. Washington Street. The commission will also receive a staff report on the proposed Capital Improvements Plan for FY 2025-2034 and discuss the 2045 Comprehensive Plan update.

• Rezoning RZN2023-009: 2061 and 2075 Wilroy Road from RL/M-1 to M-1 (Light Industrial)
• CUP2022-024: Event venue at 6142 Whaleyville Boulevard
• CUP2023-024: Amend conditions for Ryan Construction Company at 2061 and 2075 Wilroy Road
• CUP2023-026: Place of worship at 807 W. Washington Street
• Staff report on Capital Improvements Plan FY 2025-2034

Economic Development Authority Board Meeting Agendas

The Suffolk Economic Development Authority is meeting to review financial reports and project updates. The board will consider a resolution to accept and appropriate EDIP funds for Birdsong Corporation.

• Resolution to Accept and Appropriate EDIP Funds to Birdsong Corporation
• EDIP Update for Atlantic Constructors, Inc. (ACI)
• EDIP Update for Massimo Zanetti Beverage (MZB)
• Update on Environmental Services for Pilot Building
• Review of December 2023 Suffolk Marketing Activity Report

Electoral Board Meeting Agenda

The Electoral Board will meet to reorganize its membership and approve previous meeting minutes. The board is scheduled to discuss ADA compliance and incident reports from November 7, 2023.

• Reorganization of the Electoral Board
• ADA Compliance Form
• November 7, 2023 Incident Reports

Library Advisory Board Meetings

The Suffolk Library Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, receiving reports from the Library Director and Friends of the Library, and hearing from committees. The board will also discuss unfinished business regarding the new downtown library and new business on strategic planning.

• Discussion of new downtown library
• Strategic planning discussion
• Library Director's report
• Friends of the Library report
• Literacy Council report

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Packets

The Suffolk Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request for a single-family dwelling at 401 Spruce Street. The applicant seeks to reduce required side yard setbacks from 25 feet to 5 feet (street side) and from 10 feet to 5 feet. Staff recommends approval, citing the property's substandard size.

• Public hearing on variance BZA36-2023 for 401 Spruce St. to reduce side yard setbacks from 25 ft to 5 ft and 10 ft to 5 ft for a new single-family dwelling.
• Property is 2,850 sq ft, non-conforming to RM district minimums; staff recommends approval.
• Meeting also includes approval of December 12, 2023 minutes and any old/new business.

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Agendas

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to approve previous minutes and conduct a public hearing regarding a zoning matter at 401 Spruce St.

• Public hearing for BZA36-2023 regarding 401 Spruce St (Steve Daniels)

City Council Meeting Agendas

The City Council met to approve several administrative appointments and funding appropriations. The body voted on a memorandum of understanding for computer-aided dispatch interoperability and recognized the city's 50th anniversary.

• Appointment of Stephanie J. Pough as Deputy City Attorney
• Appropriation of funds from Sentara Cares for Lake Meade Park Improvements Project
• Adoption of the Hampton Roads Computer Aided Dispatch Interoperability Project Memorandum of Understanding
• Resolution recognizing 2024 as the City of Suffolk’s 50th Golden Anniversary
• Appointment of Gayle Banks-Jackson to the Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Board of Commissioners

City Council Meeting Packets

The Suffolk City Council will hold a work session to hear a briefing on the Hampton Roads Computer Aided Dispatch Interoperability Project (HRCIP) Memorandum of Understanding and the Marcus Alert System, followed by a regular session. The regular session includes consent agenda items such as confirming a deputy city attorney, accepting funds for a park project, and adopting the HRCIP MOU. The agenda also includes a resolution recognizing 2024 as Suffolk's 50th Golden Anniversary and a staff report on the Chuckatuck Library Initiative.

• Work session briefing on HRCIP MOU and Marcus Alert System
• Resolution confirming Stephanie J. Pough as Deputy City Attorney
• Ordinance accepting Sentara Cares funds for Lake Meade Park Improvements
• Ordinance adopting HRCIP MOU
• Resolution recognizing 2024 as City of Suffolk's 50th Golden Anniversary

City Council Work Sessions

The Suffolk City Council will discuss and potentially decide on a Memorandum of Understanding for the Hampton Roads Computer Aided Dispatch Interoperability Project (HRCIP) and the Marcus Alert System. The agenda also includes appointments and proposed items for a closed session.

• Memorandum of Understanding for the Hampton Roads Computer Aided Dispatch Interoperability Project (HRCIP)
• Marcus Alert System
• Appointments to boards or commissions
• Proposed items for closed session

Suffolk Early Childhood Development Commission Meetings

The Commission will conduct an election of officers and review the Coordinator's report on child care numbers. Members will also receive updates regarding finance, partners, and the proposed plan for the remainder of the fiscal year.

• Election of Commission Officers
• Review of Child Care Numbers
• Finance Report
• Discussion of Proposed Plan for remaining FY
• Mini Grants Subcommittee discussion