MAY 19, 2009
CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH
"COMMUNITY FOR A LIFETIME"
CITY COUNCIL
MAYOR W[LUAM [) SESSOMS, JR., AI-Large
V[( 'h' MA YOR [,OWS R. JONES, Bays/de - Dlstrlcl -I
(jU,NN R. DAV[S, Rose Hall - District 3
W/[.UAM R. DeS7FPH, AI-Large
H.-1RRY F. D[h'ZH[", Kempsville - D/strlct 2
RUB[iRT M DYh'R.. Centervllle - DlStrlcl [
B..1RBARA M HIoNU:.T, Princess Anne Dlstrlcl 7
JUHN 1:.'. UHR[N, Beach Dlstrlcl6
RI iN A. V[LLANUEVA, AI-Large
Ri ISEMARY W[U,ON, AI-Large
JAMES L. WOOD, ["ynnhaven -District 5
CITY COUNCIL APPOINTEES
(fTY MANAGER - .JAMES K SPORE
CITY A 770RNEY - MARK D. Sl1LES
('17Y ASSESSOR - .JERALD BANAGAN
CITY AUDITOR - LYNDON S. Rf.'MIAS
(fTY CLERK - RUTH HODGES FRASER, MMC
CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDA
19 MAY 2009
I.
CITY COUNCIL BRIEFING
- Conference Room -
II'
CITY HALL BUILDING
2401 COURTHOUSE DRIVE
VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA 23456-8005
PHONE(757) 385-4303
FAX (757) 385-5669
E-MAIL: ctycncl@vbgov.com
4:00 PM
A. LIGHT RAIL ENVIRONMENTAL IMP ACT STATEMENT: Alternatives Analysis
Michael Townes, Executive Director - Hampton Roads Transit
II. CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS
A. TRANSPORTATION FUNDING UPDATE
David Hansen, Deputy City Manager
B. PLANNING ITEMS - Pending City Council Agenda
Jack Whitney, Director - Planning
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III.
SPECIAL FORMAL SESSION
- City Council Conference Room -
5:00 PM
A. CALL TO ORDER - Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr.
1. READING OF THE MAYOR'S CALL FOR FORMAL SESSION
B. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL
C. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
1. Acquisition/Disposition of City Property - Princess Anne District
D. CERTIFY CLOSED SESSION
IV. ADJOURNMENT
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MINUTES
VIRGINIA BEACH CITY COUNCIL
Virginia Beach, Virginia
May 19, 2009
Mayor William D, Sessoms, Jr. called to order the CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP re the City Council's
Briefing, TRANSPORTATION FUNDING UPDATE in the City Council Conference Room, City Hall, on
Tuesday, May 19,2009, at 4:00 P.M
Council Members Present:
Glenn R. Davis, William R. "Bill" DeSteph, Harry E. Diezel, Robert M
Dyer, Barbara M Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, Mayor William
D. Sessoms, Jr., John E. Uhrin, Ron A. Villanueva and Rosemary
Wilson
Council Members Absent:
James L. Wood
[Out of the City, assisting in Economic Marketing Venture)
May 19, 2009
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MA YOR 'S COMMENTS
ITEM # 58824
Mayor Sessoms requested a MOMENT OF SILENCE to honor the passing offormer Police Chief Charles
R. Wall after a courageous battle with Cancer.
Chief Wall retiredfrom the City in August 1999 after eighteen (18) years of dedicated service.
Under his leadership, the Virginia Beach Police Department received its first national accreditation in 1987.
During his tenure, the Police Department was one of the first City departments to implement a microcomputer
local area network, E-911 emergency telephone reporting. He was responsible for establishing Crime Solvers
and the Mounted Patrol. Chief Wall was a much loved and honored member of the organization.
ITEM # 58825
Mayor Sessoms congratulated Councilman Uhrin upon the birth of his baby daughter.
Eva Angeline Uhrin
10:56 P.M.
Tuesday, May 12,2009
ITEM # 58826
For City Council's Review, Councilman DeSteph distributed a DRAFT Resolution commending Robert S.
Miller, III for his twenty-eight years of Volunteer Service to the Special Olympics.
Councilman DeSteph requested this Resolution be scheduledfor the City Council Session of May 26,2009,
May 19,2009
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C IT Y MANA G E R 'S B R IE FIN G
TRANSPORTATION FUNDING UPDATE
ITEM # 58827
4:00 P.M.
Mayor Sessoms advised Michael Townes, Executive Director - Hampton Roads Transit, was tied up in traffic.
The Briefing re Transportation Funding Update was therefore moved forward.
David Hansen, Deputy City Manager, provided information relative Transportation Funding.
Road Priorities
Project Initiation
~ Mid 80 's and Early 90 's: Princess Anne/Kempsville, Birdneck, Nimmo, Princess Anne, Laskin,
Lynnhaven
~ Late 90 's and Early 2000: Witchduck, Holland,
~ Mid 2000 's to current: Lynnhaven, Elbow, Indian River
Project Determination as Presented to City Council by Charles Meyer, former Deputy City Manager on
April 2007
~ Technical Rankings: Congestion - 2007
~ Connectivity Linkages
~ State Funding
~ AfJordability/Cost sharing: $30-MILLION vs. $3-MILLION
~ Commitments: Districts/Businesses/Econ Development/Residential Growth
~ Comprehensive Plan
~ Existing Infrastructure/Sustainability
~ Community Demands
Project Determination
~ Strategic Growth Areas (SGAs)
~ Leftover Unfunded Priorities
~ Arterial Linkages
~ Competing Initiatives: Recreation/Energy/ AfJordability
~ Dedicated Funding
~ Commitments: Districts/Businesses/Econ Development/Community Demands
~ Comprehensive Plan
~ Maintenance of existing IY!frastructure/Sustainability
~ Acquisition costs
The City Manager advised Charts were distributed Revised FY 2009 to FY 2014 Urban Program Funding
with Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and Virginia Department of Transportation Stimulus
Funding and Roadway Program Funding (City Funded Projects). Said information is hereby made a part of
the record. Technical Ranking of Congested Signalized Intersections 2007 and Technical Ranking of
Congested Roadway Segments 2007 were also distributed and made a part of the record.
David Hansen, Deputy City Manager, introduced Jason Cosby - Director of Public Works, John Fowler -
City Engineer, Heather M Ham - Project Support, Dave Jarman - Project Engineer, and Phil Pullen -
Roadways Division Manager
May 19,2009
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C I T Y MANA G E R 'S B R IE FIN G
TRANSPORTATION FUNDING UPDATE
ITEM # 58827 (Continued)
Mr, Hansen advised the focus would entail the two spreadsheets sheets, entitled "City Council Workshop May
19, 2009 (Pagel-2) Revised FY 09 FY 14 Urban Program Funding with Metropolitan Planning
Organization and Virginia Department of Transportation Stimulus Funding.
The Birdneck Road Phase II and Lynnhaven Parkway Phase IX current projects are well understood and
"work in progress ", Additional funds have been added this year. The future projects are: Princess Anne
Road/Kempsville Intersection ($ 72, 689, 000); Witchduck Road Phase I ($27,487,000), Princess Anne/Nimmo
Wetlands Mitigation ($2,847,000); Princess Anne Road Phase IV; Nimmo Parkway Phase V-A
($58,830,542); Lynnhaven Parkway Phase XI ($458,830,542); Lynnhaven Parkway, Phase XI ($31,506,190);
Witchduck Road Phse II ($29,633,000); Laskin Road Phase I ($76, 011,378); Elbow Road Extended Phase II
($44,332,000); Indian River Road Phase VII ($53,016,000); and, Laskin Road Phase II ($13,506,000).
Heather Ham - Project Support, advised re Witchduck Road, Phase II, the funds have been dedicated to the
project. There are Federal obligations for a specific phase. Funds have been moved which were not obligated
for a specific phase through the Federal process. The funding under "Appropriations to Date" cannot be
movedfrom this project. Concerning Laskin Road, Phase I, thefunding has been expendedfor acquisition.
There are no funds available Appropriations-to-Date.
Relative the Roadway Program Funding - City Funded Projects, This is not a prioritized list as depicted on
Page 1, but an alphabetical listing. Said information is hereby made a part of the record. Avalon Avenue is
fully funded and expected to move forward with an award before the middle of the Summer. Mr, Hansen
expressed appreciation to Councilman Diezelfor personally accompanying staff to the resident houses, as well
as the projects of sidewalks, roads and stormwater associated with same. Baker Road Extended is fully
funded and construction is expected to be moved to around April 2010. Next week, the Cost Participation
Agreement of Buckner Road Extended should be complete, This project will be privately constructed and
should be completed in 240 days. Mr. Hansen thanked Councilman Davis for his support,
The City Wide Street Lighting Project has not had any funds for the last two (2) years and Mr. Hansen
appreciates the City Council applying another $60,000 per year to this so the Staffwill have the ability to
respond to public safety requirements. Relative the Computerized Traffic Signal System, he advised the local
share is only $1.2-MILLION of the $21,165,833 total project cost. The other funding will be derivedfrom
State and Federal sources. This project is underway and currently 30% of the preparation and 15% of pulling
fiber has been accomplished. Congestion RelieflSafety Improvement is all Federalfunding. Heather Ham
advised the seven (7) projects entailed: Rosemont Road and Lynnhaven Parkway, Kempsville and Indian River
Road, General Booth and London Bridge, South Independence - Lynnhaven, South Independence - Thalia.,
Princess Anne - Salem, Rosemont and Buckner. These are all intersections with turn lanes signalization to
reduce congestion.
Relative Constitution Drive Extended, Mr, Hansen wished to express appreciation to the City Attorney and
stafffor their hard work entailing the regulatory permitting. City Council is on the Virginia Marine Resources
Commission (VMRC) agenda for May Twenty-sixth to receive the required exemption. The project will be
movingforward and should be under construction on the Constitution Drive extension and the Bridge across
Thalia Creek in July. Diamond Springs Road bridge replacement is under construction and should be
completed by February 2010.
Concerning Highway Safety Improvements, Heather Hamm advised there are six (6) projects: 2 intersections
(extension of Lynnhaven - South Independence project and London Bridge and Shipps Corner), signal
project at Dam Neck and three (3) sidewalk projects,
May 19, 2009
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CITYMANA GER 'S BRIEFING
TRANSPORTATION FUNDING UPDATE
ITEM # 58827 (Continued)
Lesner Bridge has approximately $1 O.I-MILLION and still approximately $36-MIILLION shy ofthefunding
for construction. The project re Major Intersection Improvements is really focused on two (2) major
intersections: Bonney and Kentucky, scheduled for February 2010. This is a 50/50 cost participation. The
second project is the Lynnhaven International intersection, whichfunds will be programmed in FY 2013.
Relative Proactive Safety Improvements, Ms. Hamm advised, this is another Federal source. $l,6-MILLION
was received last year. There are four (4) projects underway, intersection improvements at Holland and
Windsor, Great Neck and Lynnhaven, Kempsville and Buvain, Holland and Rosemont. These intersections are
chosen by meeting certain criteria related to accidents or congestion.
Relative the Southeastern Parkway and Greenbelt, the City Manager advised he has been working with all the
agencies, and would probably be in mediation approximately a month or two with the Highway
Administration.
Mr. Hassen advised the majority of appropriations have been expended for site acquisition and real estate
holdings are now held, which are equivalent to the value.
FY 2009-FY 2004 Urban Metropolitan Planning Organization and Virginia Department of Transportation
Stimulus funding and Roadway program funding City Funded Projects are hereby made a part of the Record.
May 19,2009
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CITY COUNCIL BRIEFING
LIGHT RAIL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT
4: 58 P.M.
ITEM # 58828
Michael S. Townes, Executive Director - Hampton Roads Transportation advised it is his honor to speak re
the Virginia Beach Transit Extension Study. Mr. Townes introduced Jayne Whitney, Senior Vice President,
Development - HRT, Ray Amoruso, Senior Vice President, Planning and Public Affairs, Karen Waterman-
Transit Development Manager, Brian Smith - Government Affairs Coordinator, Delceno Miles -
Subcontractor for HDR, which will be conducting the study and owner of the Miles Agency and Reed Lee.
PhD, Coordinator - HDR Engineering.
Mr. Townes provided an overview:
Virginia Beach Transit Extension Study
Project Status
Primary Project Tasks
Project Teams
Public Involvement
City of Virginia Beach participation
Norfolk LRT Project Status
Next Steps
This presentation is designed to provide information on the Virginia Beach Transit Extension study which
will provide thefirst extension of Hampton Roads Transit (HRT's Light Rail Transit (LRT) system along the
NOtfolk Southern Rail corridor within the City of Virginia Beach. Another phase of this study will analyze the
potential for extending Light Rail Transit to the Naval Pier Station in Norfolk.
Jack Whitney, Virginia Beach's Planning Director, highlighted Virginia Beach's participation in this study.
Information regarding the status of the Light Rail Transit (LRT) construction in Norfolk was also provided.
The conclusion will summarize the next immediate steps in the Virginia Beach Transit Extension Study
process.
Virginia Beach Transit
Extension Study
Notice to proceed issued HDR Engineering, Inc.
Federal Transit Administration (FTA) New Starts Program Process
Competitive federal funding grant program
Primary Study Tasks:
Alternatives Analysis (AA):
Developing and evaluating alternatives for the transit extension
Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS)
Examines the impacts of alternatives being evaluated in the AA
Public Involvement
HDR is an integrated planning, engineering, architectural and consultingfirm which will have a project office
in Virginia Beach. HDR Engineering specializes in transit planning and project development, including the
Federal Transit Administration's New Starts Program. The HDR team has previous LRT experience. working
on :-,ystems in Phoenix, Houston and Minneapolis. This study is thefirst step requiredfor the Federal Transit
Administration's New Starts Program, which is a competitive federal grant program that can fund
construction of the transit extension.
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CI TY COUNCIL BRIEFING
LIGHT RAIL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT
ITEM # 58828 (Continued)
This Virginia Beach Transit Extension Study consists of two main tasks that will be completed concurrently-
an Alternatives Analysis and Draft Environmental Impact Statement. Public involvement is an essential
component throughout these tasks. The New Starts program and the study's primary tasks will be disussed in
greater detail.
What is "New Starts"?
"New Starts" or "Section 5309" is the Federal program for capital funding of "major, fixed
guideway projects"
Federal Transit Administration (FTA) competitive grant program for funding
Projects are rated (high-low), based on criteria including mobility improvements, cost
effectiveness, afinancial plan and transit-supportive land use policies
FTA New Starts require some matching funding. Sources and amount to be announced.
The local operating agency (HRT) has to demonstrate the financial capacity to build and
operate the project,
Other federal funds may be used to advance the project
Alternatives AnalysislDEIS
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CITY COUNCILBRIEFING
LIGHT RAIL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT
ITEM # 58828 (Continued)
Alternatives Analysis (AA)
Routes
Station locations
What technology is best to meet the transportation purpose and need
Cost
Capital
Operating
Ridership Projections
Recommendation for Locally Preferred Alternative (LP A)
Transportation District Commission of Hampton Roads (TDCHR) adoption
- Adopted into Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization (formerly MPO)
Long-Range Plan
Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)
Purpose and Need Statement
"Scoping" Meetings
Physical/Natural Environmental impacts
Social and Cultural impacts
Economic impacts
Public hearings
Public Involvement
Community Advisory Committee (CAC)
Technical Advisorv Committee (TAC)
Public meetings
Scoping to start DEIS
Station Planning workshops
LP A Recommendation public meeting
Formal Public Hearings at Completion of DEIS
Project Website, Newsletters, and Informational Materials
Budget and Funding
Total Contract for the Virginia Beach Alternative Analysis/Draft Environmental Impact Statement
(AA/DEIS) and the Norfolk Naval Station Alternative Analysis - $5. 7-MILLION (total HDR
contract)
Funding availability:
$1.5-MILLION available from Regional STP funds
$4. 375-MILLION requested from FY201 0 Federal Appropriations (pending; includes
20% required match)
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CITY COUNCIL BRIEFING
LIGHT RAIL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT
ITEM # 58828 (Continued)
Project Schedule
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Alternative Eva!uatlon/LPA Identification
TDCHR Adoption
MPO Long Range Plan adoption
Public Participation
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Station Area Planning Public Mcetinge (5)
LPA Recommendation public meetings
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CITY COUNCILBRIEFING
LIGHT RAIL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT
ITEM # 58828 (Continued)
Mr, Townes provided biographies of HDR Engineering members:
David V ozzolo, Program Director: Mr. V ozzolo is a Vice President in the HDR National Transit Planning and
Project Development practice with more than 29 years of experience in the public and private sector. Prior to
joining HDR in 2006, Mr. Vozzolo served with the Federal Transit Administration as the Deputy Associate
Administrator in the Office of Planning and Environment and was responsible for the New Starts program
Reed Lee, PhD, Virginia Beach Alternatives Analysis: Dr. Lee currently serves as Senior Transit Planner for
HDR Engineering, Inc. Prior tojoining HDR, he was the Planning Manager for RTD 's FasTracks program,
an expansion of RTD 's rail system into seven corridors in the Denver Metro Area.
Oscar Gonzalez, Virginia Beach DEIS: Mr. Gonzalez has more than 26 years of experience working with
large, complex, multi-modal transportation projects
Delceno C. Miles, Public and Stakeholder Involvement: The Miles agency is a Virginia Beach-based
marketing and public relations firm led by Ms. Miles, President and CEO. Ms. Miles' areas of expertise are
group dynamics, interpersonal relationships, promotions, public relations and special event planning.
Mr Townes introduced Jack Whitney, Director of Planning. He advised the City is pleased to be
partnering with the Regional stakeholders in this significant project. Mr. Whitney recognized the City
Executive Team and the Virginia Beach Technical Advisory Committee,
City Executive Team
Council Members James L. Wood and John Uhrin, TDCHR members
James Spore-City Manager
Steve Herbert-Deputy City Manager
Jack Whitney-Planning Director
Tom Pauls-Comprehensive Planning Director
Mark Schnaufer-Transportation Planning Coordinator
Barry Frankerifield-Strategic Growth Area Office
Warren Harris-Economic Development
Mary Hancock-Communications and Information Technology
Virginia Beach Technical Advisory Committee
Mark Schnauftr- Project Coordinator
Department Staff representation
Planning
Transportation
Environmental
Public Works
Traffic
Transportation
Public Utilities
Economic Development
Strategic Growth Area Office
Media and Communications
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CITY COUNCILBRIEFING
LIGHT RAIL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT
ITEM # 58828 (Continued)
Fully 'half of the Strategic Growth Areas are located in areas related to the Transit Corridor being
investigated.
Virginia Beach
Strategic Growth Areas
Michael Townes advised our region's first Light Rail Transit (LRT) system is currently under
construction in Norfolk.
The Tide: Norfolk Light Rail
Light Rail Starter Line
7. 4 miles, 11 stations
Up to 12,000 daily riders
Both at-grade and elevated
- Downtown in-street
- Norfolk Southern former freight rail corridor east of downtown
Service scheduled to start in 2010
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CI TY COUNCIL BRIEFING
LIGHT RAIL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT
ITEM # 58828 (Continued)
Norfolk Tide Light Rail Route
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The Norfolk LRT route will extend from Eastern Virginia Medical School to Newtown Road, to the
Virginia Beach City line.
This Summer
City/HRT Management Kick-off Meeting
Public involvement
Technical Advisory Committee and City Executive Committee meetings
Public and Agency Meetings
Key Tasks
Initiate AA/DEIS
Develop Transit Alternatives
Data Collection and Coordination
On-going Federal Transportation Authority Coordination
Mr Townes advised, in Norfolk, the cost to ride the Light Rail will be $1,50, the same as the bus fare.
Mark Schnaufer - Transportation Planning Coordinator, advised the Metropolitan Planning Organization
(MPO) is currently working on a Master Transit Plan for the region as well as updating the 2034 Master
Transportation Plan (multi-modal). All the communities are involved in this process with Hampton Roads
Transit playing the major role.
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PLANNING ITEMS - Pending City Council Agenda
ITEM #58829
Jack Whitney, Director - Planning, gave a briefsynopsis of the Planning Items pendingfor the May 26, 2009,
June 9, 2009 and June 23, 2009 City Council Sessions:
May 26, 2009
AdoDtion of a new Official Zoning MaD
Current Official Zoning Map consists of two hundred sixty-three individual maps stored and
printed from a Computer-Aided Design (CAD) program.
Those maps cannot be added to the City's online mapping system as a layer of information
nor can they be used to conduct analyses (such as calculating acreage of various Zoning
Districts under various scenarios of development
In 2004, the Planning Department began efforts to convert the zoning maps from the CAD
software program to a Geospatial software,
Benefits of new zoning maps include being able to provide data related to zoining, conduct
analyses and add the mapping system that resides in the City's Internet and Intranet sites.
No changes in District boundaries or designations.
June 9, 2009
City of Virginia Beach, Ordinance to amend Section 4.1, Appendix B Subdivision
Regulations, pertaining to the deletion of the minimum right-of-way width and minimum
paved width for minor subdivision streets
Endeavor Enterprises - Conditional Change of Zoning
Princess Anne District
The applicant proposes to rezone a portion of properties zoned A G for community-oriented
commercial uses and a natural area to be dedicated to the City of Virginia Beach.
The development consists of9,315 square feet of day care, 20,000 square feet of retail,
26,000 square feet of office and personal services and 5, 000 square feet of restaurant space.
The project is in two phases, with the phases tied to the future widening of Holland Road.
Evaluation and Recommendation
Planning Staff recommends denial
Planning Commission recommends approval (9-1)
There was opposition.
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PLANNING ITEMS - Pending City Council Agenda
ITEM #58829 (Continued)
June 9, 2009
Hearts 4 Kids - Conditional Use Permit - Rose Hall District - Princess Anne District
The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permitfor home Daycare,
Eight (8) children in addition to the applicant's 14- year old son
Proposed hours of operation are from 6:00 A.M to 6:000 P.M Monday through Friday, A
qualified assistant will be available.
As usual in these cases, license from Social Services is contingent on Use Permit approval,
Evaluation and Recommendation
Planning Staffrecommends approval
Planning Commission recommends approval (10-0)
There was no opposition
Consent Agenda.
Eastern Academy of Mixed Martial Arts. Inc. - Conditional Use Permit
Lynnhaven District
The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to allow a martial arts academy
A maximum of sixty (60) individuals will occupy the space at any given time
Hours of operation are Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:00 A.M to 1:00 P.M
andfrom 5:00 P.M to 10:00 P.M
Evaluation and Recommendation
Planning Staffrecommends approval
Planning Commission recommends approval (10-0)
There was no opposition
Consent Agenda.
Hybrid Academy of Martial Arts - Conditional Use Permit - Lynnhaven District
The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to allow a martial arts school within the
western 14,005 square feet of the existing retail,
Wide variety of martial arts classes, as well as fitness programs.
Classes are offered mainly during evening hours; however, there may be some early morning
or lunch time classes offered. Generally, the applicant proposes to utilize the space between
the hours of6:00 A.M to 11:00 P,M
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PLANNING ITEMS - Pending City Council Agenda
ITEM #58829 (Continued)
June 9, 2009
Evaluation and Recommendation
Planning StafJrecommends approval
Planning Commission recommends approval (10-0)
There was no opposition
Consent Agenda.
Members Trust Credit Union - Modification of Rezoning - Rose Hall District
The applicant, a credit union, seeks to modifY the 1998 rezoning of the larger parcel for the
purpose of developing a building containing the credit union offices, office space and a small
restaurant.
The Development Authority, which has control over use of this site, has reviewed the
proposal and approved the submitted plans.
Evaluation and Recommendation
Planning Staff recommends approval
Planning Commission recommends approval (10-0)
There was no opposition
Consent Agenda.
Punf!o Airfield, LLC - Modification of Rezoning - Princess Anne District
The applicant requests Conditional Use Permits to allow (I) development of the site for a
Recreational Facility of an Outdoor Nature (motor vehicle racing and paintball) and (2) a
mulching facility.
The applicant will be making extensive improvements to the site, including the installation of
restrooms, a picnic pavilion, resurfacing of access roadways and the installation of a multi-
purpose trail along Princess Anne Road.
Evaluation and Recommendation
Planning StafJ recommends approval
Planning Commission recommends approval (10-0)
There was no opposition
Consent Agenda.
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PLANNING ITEMS - Pending City Council Agenda
ITEM #58829 (Continued)
June 9, 2009
Mannv Varela Centres BFS Northeast, LLC - Conditional Use Permit - Beach District
The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to allow development of the site for a
7.575 square foot automobile repair establishment.
The site is currently a surplus paved parking area associated with a building on the larger
site. Modifications to the existing parking and drive aisles will accommodate the proposed
building.
Existing landscaping and trees will be preserved and all additional landscaping will be
installed to enhance the aesthetics of the property.
Evaluation and Recommendation
Planning Staffrecommends approval
Planning Commission recommends approval (10-0)
There was no opposition
Consent Agenda.
June 23, 2009
Indoor Kartin!! Centers of America, LLC - Conditional Use Permit - Rose Hall District
The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit - this will be heard by the Planning
Commission on June 10, 2009.
5073 Vir!!inia Beach Boulevard, LLC - Street Closure - Rose Hall District
The applicant requests closure of a portion of the right-of-way for the purpose of
incorporating the closed area into the site to the south.
The site to the south of the closure area was approved in 2008 for an auto sales Use Permit.
The Viewers reviewed the request and determined there would be no inconvenience to the
public through closure of their right-of-way.
Evaluation and Recommendation
Planning Staff recommends approval
Planning Commission recommends approval (10-0)
There was no opposition
Consent Agenda
May 19, 2009
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PLANNING ITEMS - Pending City Council Agenda
ITEM #58829 (Continued)
June 23, 2009
Blessed Hope - Conditional Use Permit - Kempsville District
The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permitfor a church within a portion of an existing
strip shopping center located on Baker Road.
Church services, Sunday School, and Bible Study are all proposed at this location. An
occasional community workshop and Friday evening service are also proposed. Community
outreach activities include assistance with resume writing and application assistance.
Evaluation and Recommendation
Planning StafJ recommends approval
Planning Commission recommends approval (10-0)
There was no opposition
Consent Agenda
Ordinance Amendments
Two amendments consisting of one to the Site Plan Ordinance and one to the Subdivision
Ordinance:
The amendments are 'housekeeping' items related to the recent Amendment ot the Site Plan
Ordinance pertaining to the new Flood Insurance Rate Maps.
The amendments will ensure consistency in requirements among the Ordinances.
Evaluation and Recommendation
Planning StafJrecommends approval
Planning Commission recommends approval (10-0)
There was no opposition
Consent Agenda
Missionarv to Help Others Fellowship Centre - Conditional Use Permit - Rose Hall District
The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to operate a religious facility within an
existing shopping center.
The church has occupied the space since 1992, being unaware of the requirement jor a
Conditional Use Permit
There are two (2) adjacent suites within the retail building of approximately 30, 707 square
feet. The overall lease for the proposed religious facility is 3,000 square feet.
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PLANNING ITEMS - Pending City Council Agenda
ITEM #58829 (Continued)
June 23, 2009
Evaluation and Recommendation
Planning Staffrecommends approval
Planning Commission recommends approval (10-0)
There was no opposition
Consent Agenda
The Hope Lutheran Church - Conditional Use Permit - Kempsville District
The applicant desires to modifY a 1994 Conditional Use Permit to allow an addition to the
building:
10,400 square foot educational and youth wing
Future 5,000 square foot addition to the educational and youth wing
Future 40' x 100' concrete picnic area and shelter
A 20' x 40' shed
An approximately 7,500 squarefootfuture addition to the sanctuary. The new
Sanctuary will house 370 to 400 seats.
Evaluation and Recommendation
Planning Staff recommends approval
Planning Commission recommends approval (10-0)
There was no opposition, but an adjacent property owner appeared to note the
drainage issues in the area.
South University - Conditional Use Permit - Lynnhaven District
The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permitfor a private college within 31,000 square
feet of a 97,000 square foot office building.
The proposed private college offers training courses, degree and certificate programs at both
the undergraduate and post-graduate levels.
Anticipated enrollment in the College is up to 400 students, many of whom will be long
distance and online training students.
Evaluation and Recommendation
Planning Staff recommends approval
Planning Commission recommends approval (10-0)
There was no opposition
Consent Agenda
May 19, 2009
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PLANNING ITEMS - Pending City Council Agenda
ITEM #58829 (Continued)
June 23, 2009
Jim Wootton - Conditional Use Permit - Lynnhaven District
The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to allow construction of extensions and a
boatlifl to an existing pier.
The pier is shared between two adjacent property owners within this single-family residential
condominium development
The proposed 5' x 12' pier extension encroaches into the required 15' side yard setback
landward of mean low water.
Evaluation and Recommendation
Planning StafJrecommends approval
Planning Commission recommends approval (10-0)
There was no opposition
Consent Agenda
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Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr. called to order the Virginia Beach City Council's SPECIAL FORMAL
SESSION from which to recess into CLOSED SESSION, Tuesday, May 19, 2009, at 5:52 P.M City
Council's Conference Room 234, City Hall.
Council Members Present:
Glenn R. Davis, William R, "Bill" DeSteph, Harry E. Diezel, Robert M.
Dyer, Barbara M Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R, Jones, Mayor William D.
Sessoms, Jr" John E. Uhrin, Ron A, Villanueva and Rosemary Wilson
Council Members Absent:
James L. Wood
May 19,2009
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MAYOR'S CALL FOR
FORMAL SESSION
ITEM #58830
Mayor Sessoms read the Mayor's Callfor Special Formal Session:
May 18,200,9
"THE HONORABLE MEMBERS OF CITY COUNCIL
In accordance with the Virginia Beach City Code Section 2-21, and by the authority vested in
me as Mayor of the City of Virginia Beach. I hereby callfor a SPECIAL FORMAL SESSION of the
VIRGINIA BEACH CITY COUNCIL from which to recess into CLOSED SESSION for the
following purpose:
ACQUISITIONIDISPOSITION OF CITY PROPERTY: PRINCESS ANNE DISTRICT
The SPECIAL FORMAL and CLOSED SESSION shall be held:
Tuesday, May 19,2009
5:00 P.M., following the City Council Workshop
City Council's Conference Room 234, City Hall
2401 Courthouse Drive, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456-9005.
Sincerely,
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Mayor"
May 19,2009
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City elf Virgi~ia Beach
May 18, 2009
VBgov.com
MUNICIPAL CENTER
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2401 COURTHOUSE DRIVE
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23456.9000
(757) 385.4581
FAX (757) 385.5699
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WILLIAM D. SESSOMS, JR.
MAYOR
THE HONORABLE MEMBERS OF CITY COUNCIL
In accordance with the Virginia Beach City Code Section 2-21, and by the authority vested in me as
Mayor of the City of Virginia Beach, I hereby callfor a SPECIAL FORMAL SESSION of the VIRGINIA
BEACH CITY COUNCIL from which to recess into CLOSED SESSION for the following purpose:
ACQUISITIONIDISPOSITION OF CITY PROPERTY: PRINCESS ANNE DISTRICT
The SPECIAL FORMAL and CLOSED SESSION shall be held:
Tuesday, May 19,2009
5:00 P.M., following the City Council Workshop
City Council's Conference Room 234, City Hall
2401 Courthouse Drive, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456-9005.
Sincerely,
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William D. Sessoms) Jr.
Mayor
cc Mayor and Members of City Council
James K Spore) City Manager
Mark D. StJies) City Attorney
Lyndon S Remias) City Auditor
Ruth Hodges Fraser, MMG, Ci~v Clerk
Susan D, Walston) Depuw CiW Manager
Robert SHerbert, Depuzv Cizv Manager
Davld L Hansen) Depwv City Manager
Catheryn Whitesell, Director of Management Services
Mary Hancock, Media and Communications Administrator
Kevin Fairley) Director of Multimedia Services
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ITEM # 58831
Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr. entertained a motion to permit City Council to conduct its CLOSED
SESSION, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A), Code of Virginia, as amended, for the following purpose:
PUBLICLY-HELD PROPERTY: Discussion or consideration of the,
acquisition, or of the disposition of publicly-held property, where discussion
in an open meeting would adversely affect the bargaining position or
negotiating strategy of the public body pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(3).
Acquisition/Disposition o.fCity Property: Princess Anne District
Upon motion by Council Lady Wilson, seconded by Councilman Dyer, City Council voted to proceed
into CLOSED SESSION at 5:53 P.M.
Voting: 10-0
Council Members Voting Aye:
Glenn R, Davis, William R, "Bill" DeSteph. Harry E. Diezel, Robert M. Dyer,
Barbara M Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr.,
John E. Uhrin, Ron A. Villanueva and Rosemary Wilson
Council Members Voting Nay:
None
Council Members Absent:
James L. Wood
(Closed Session: 5:53 P.M. - 6:24 P.M.)
May 19, 2009
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Item V-D.
CERTIFICA TION
ITEM # 58832
Upon motion by Council Lady Wilson, seconded by Vice Mayor Jones, City Council CERTIFIED THE
CLOSED SESSION TO BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MOTION TO RECESS.
Only public business matters lawfully exempt from Open Meeting
requirements by Virginia law were discussed in Closed Session to
which this certification resolution applies.
AND,
Only such public business matters as were identified in the motion
convening the Closed Session were heard, discussed or considered by
Virginia Beach City Council.
Voting: 10-0
Council Members Voting Aye:
Glenn R. Davis, William R. "Bill" DeSteph. Harry E. Diezel, Robert M Dyer
Barbara M Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr.,
John E. Uhrin, Ron A, Villanueva and Rosemary Wilson
Council Members Voting Nay:
None
Council Members Absent:
James L. Wood
May 19,2009
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RESOLUTION
CERTIFICATION OF CLOSED SESSION
VIRGINIA BEACH CITY COUNCIL
WHEREAS: The Virginia Beach City Council convened into CLOSED SESSION, pursuant to the
affirmative vote recorded in ITEM #58831, Page 22, and in accordance with the provisions of The Virginia
Freedom of Information Act, and,
WHEREAS: Section 2.2-3712 of the Code of Virginia requires a certification by the governing body
that such Closed Session was conducted in conformity with Virginia law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOL VED: That the Virginia Beach City Council hereby certifies that,
to the best of each member's knowledge, (a) only public business matters lawfully exempted from Open
Meeting requirements by Virginia law were discussed in Closed Session to which this certification resolution
applies; and, (b) only such public business matters as were identified in the motion convening this Closed
Session were heard, discussed or considered by Virginia Beach City Council.
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City Clerk
May 19,2009
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Item IV
ADJOURNMENT
ITEM # 58833
Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr. DECLARED the City Council Meeting ADJOURNED at 6:26 P.M.
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Beverly 0. Hooks, CMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk
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City Clerk
William D. Sessoms, Jr.
Mayor
City of Virginia Beach
Virginia
May 19,2009
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Item IV
ADJOURNMENT
ITEM # 58833
Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr. DECLARED the City Council Meeting ADJOURNED at 6:26 P.M.
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Chief Deputy City Clerk
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William D, Sessoms, Jr,
Mayor
City of Virginia Beach
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May 19, 2009