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AUGUST 1, 2017 MINUTES nom. �NIABfjC. rS o4 r )) sw VIRGINIA BEACH CITY COUNCIL Virginia Beach, Virginia August 1, 2017 Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr., called to order the City Manager's Briefing on the VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME in the City Council Conference Room, Tuesday,August 1, 2017, at 3:30 P.M. Council Members Present: Jessica P. Abbott, M. Benjamin Davenport, Barbara M Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, John D. Moss, Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr., John E. Uhrin and James L. Wood Council Members Absent: Robert M. Dyer ill Shannon DS Kane out of City on business Rosemary Wilson out of City—Family Vacation 2 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME ITEM#67255 3:30 P.M. Mayor Sessoms welcomed Joel Rubin, Chairman of the Board, Virginia Sports Hall of Fame. Mr. Rubin advised Eddie Webb, Executive Director, was scheduled to attend today; however, he had a family emergency and was unable to be here. Mr. Rubin expressed his appreciation to City Council for their continued support: :A Si. r�L:J ° f -01,L car FAME r_rr.Ivee Virginia Beach Town Center and the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame IT'S A WIN-WIN! And a bold new way to engage audiences August 1, 2017 Eddie Webb Mr. Rubin advised the Hall of Fame is entering into A NEW ERA. In 2005, the Hall of Fame entered into an Agreement with the City of Portsmouth and the building on High Street was constructed. The City of Portsmouth pledged a$500,000 as a yearly subsidy; however, those funds are no longer being provided. VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME AND VIRGINIA BEACH TOWN CENTER A New Era • Officially designated organization for recognizing contributions of athletes and other sports advocates to the Commonwealth of Virginia • Since 2005 HOF has owned and occupied 32,000 sf facility in Portsmouth o Closed June 30,2017 o Actively being marketed for sale S , • Changing model from museum to free tour called"Walk the Hall" �. #PA _ • Staging events to engage sports enthusiasts and benefit city and businesses. ��; SLI.— FAME k,•!\I\It1� 2 August 1, 2017 3 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME ITEM#67255 (Continued) The Hall of Fame is changing its "model"to get away from being dependent on government assistance and subsidy. The Hall of Fame acknowledges the need to "Be Relevant, Be Sustainable, Be Bold": VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME AND VIRGINIA BEACH TOWN CENTFF Be Relevant, Be Sustainable, Be Bold Goals: • Continue to Honor Virginia's Finest Athletes, '�Ta i1 SP Coaches,Journalists and Contributors to Sports l>>' (j • Engage More Residents and Visitors %silk�� 0 • Reduce Operating Costs and Financial Dependence l• on Government • Build More Private Sector Support oil OF FAME • Be a True Partner with Host City lH"� I9«, • Change Governance to Be More Locally Focused 3 There are a few of the reasons Town Center was chosen to be the new location for the Hall of Fame: VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME AND VIRGINIA BEACH TOWN CENTER Why Town Center? ;. • DENSITY, DEMOGRAPHICS, DESTINATION - IMF • AMPLE PROGRAMMING VENUES • GREAT SPACES FOR 'WALK THE HALL' • INTEGRATION OF TECHNOLOGY "40. "Ak: , Ic • SPONSORSHIP/PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES yi� f 4 August 1, 2017 4 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME ITEM#67255 (Continued) The next few slides provide more specific information regarding "Walk the Hall" in and around Town Center: GIA'IA SPORTS nn' ' OF FAME AND VIRGINIA BEACH TOWN CENTER Walk the Hail FREE PEDESTRIAN TOUR OF TOWN CENTER VENUES • Displays feature inductees and state sports history • Guests use app or map to move from site to site • Visitors walk past stores and then shop and eat 4 • Displays change regularly creating new event opportunities • VSHF stages engaging programs • Sponsors reach target audiences 5 VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME AND VIRGINIA BEACH TOWN CENTER Walk the Hall Locations .110111111_16n Bas Mastsionos. f Amor ter, co CI.%Pk 1:1\1I•...4, Q HI ARI I\S 1111 it MMA 11.0901 OARMADA IIO TLER LOBBY PEMBROKE MALL 110 219 CENTRAL PARR Al1\I.1 l0 111!%M1%VIRGINIA BEAT I August 1, 2017 5 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME ITEM#67255 (Continued) The "Hall of Honor"with all of the names of the Inductees will be in the Clark Nexsen Lobby: VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME AND VIRGINIA BEACH TOWN CENTER Walk the Hall Clark Nexsen Lobby -----�- , __1_.,• _ ... ::.1 Ilii 1 i■ ��i� rN i®1111 . ,.� _ . r ' 1111111 1 i1 +111.111 I ` . X1/1 - . w ,..... .._' ...., I The "Hall of Honor"with all of the names of the Inductees will be in the Clark Nexsen Lobby: VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME AND VIRGINIA BEACH TOWN CENTER Walk the Hall Clark Nexsen Lobby a A� ® ■ • �: H�W.df0\��., N ® . , 1111111111 • 11N1111111111 z1 ® sp ■ ® r . • M ® II / ■ 1111.-..„0,46. ;...,, 41116418 August 1, 2017 6 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME ITEM#67255 (Continued) VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME AND VIRGINIA BEACH TOWN CENTER Walk the Hall 249 Central Park Avenue (Cheesecake Block) 1111 9 VIRGIN -.LL Or FAME ,,ND ViRUIt:i1 EtALI1 !OWN CENTER Walk the Hall Columbus Two Vestibule 10 August 1, 2017 7 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME ITEM#67255 (Continued) The Hall of Fame Induction Weekend is scheduled for April 6-7, 2018. This event has taken place for the last forty (40) years; however, this year's event will be a "theater event" versus the "typical dinner event": vIP.GIN A SPORTS HALL OF FAME AND VIRGINIA BEACH TOWN CENT EF VSHF Programming Opportunities ., HALL OF FAME INDUCTION WEEKEND ;-, --0°C °C • Reception and program • Unveiling of new displays • Post event dining at Town Center restaurants .�.--... • Extensive news and social media coverage • 11 The Hall of Fame recognizes the need for additional events throughout the year other than the "Induction Weekend" IFbINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME AND VIRGINIA BEACH TOWN CENTER VSHF Programming Opportunities • BRACKET MONDAYS • "AWAY GAMES" • FANTASY SPORTS NIGHTS • THE RECRUITING WARS I i+ �. i • • "PREDICT IT!" EVENTS • TRIVIA NIGHTS �' i • SPORTS IN SOCIETY • "V-SPY" AWARDS • MEET THE COACH dr • "THE RULES" ,/� • ALUMNI WEEKENDS / • "CHASING THE DREAM" f - 111 • CO-SPONSORED PROGRAMS WITH CBDA/VB FORUM ` . � 12 August 1, 2017 8 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME ITEM#67255 (Continued) On August 24th the Hall of Fame will host the 1'Annual Pre-Draft Prep Party at the Westin Hotel: VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME AND VIRGINIA BEACH TOWN CENTER NM kiiiirc. il 111 ��r ��r��, First VA Beach program will be on d�� II August 24 at Westin Hotel.It will ® engage fantasy football fans and p. ootball Fantasy Fest feature two local NFL veterans plus `' a host of fantasy league champs ThursrY.Virginia Bt ach 9 P:m. ri Westin Hotel,Town Center, including WAVY's Andy Fox and i. Beach Virginia Public Safety Secretary I.Annual Pra-Draft Prep Party Brian Moran. . _ .^.`"'"° '7 '""F"-- "Walk the Hall"tour will begin in ow cre er• l aenx.n•• ..,_,L, RSVP by August 11M 6YCOe•.vWmt•'n .....—.......'''."7=1:::.—!7"': early 2018. 13 The Foundation also understands the importance of a Sustainable Business Plan: VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME AND VIRGINIA BEACH TOWN CENTER A Sustainable Business Plan ""RIND 11 • SPONSORSHIP (DISPLAYS, PROGRAMS) y' , • MEMBERSHIPS illy [ r. • SMART BUDGETING r —�� • LOCAL BOARD PARTICIPATION r New Official Partner August 1, 2017 9 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME ITEM#67255 (Continued) The Hall of Fame is offering "The 300 Club"providing these benefits: VIRGINIA SPORTS HAIL OF FAME AND VIRGINIA BEACH TOWN CENTER The 300 CLUB $300 Annual Membership -1111k, I-TALI. • Discount admission to all programs including induction t1t1'®'!1. PASS • Members only reception with new and past honorees • Ability to nominate potential inductees and be charter benefactor of new Virginia Sports Hall of Fame in Virginia Beach / ,— • Hall Pass for discounts to CBD merchants a 4� s • Supports VSHF Operations and SOL-based Math Academy 15 Below are the efforts for Smart Spending and Budgeting: VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME AND VIRGINIA BEACH TOWN CENTER Smart Spending and Budgeting • $625,000 in current state biennium to move to VA Beach,covers debt on building and maintains museum until it's sold • $125,000 in year two will pass through VA Beach to VSHF • Sponsorships of events and exhibits 1- F FA 4 • Membership program • Will request limited state assistance, t14• at least for first five years of existence in VA Beach • Seeking free or reduced cost of products and services • Efficient staffing(Admin,Sales,Education) 16 August 1, 2017 10 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME ITEM#67255 (Continued) The Hall of Fame believes this is "The Win-Win"for themselves,for the City and the Commonwealth: VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME AND VIRGINIA BEACH TOWN CENTER The Win-Win • VB Commissioner of Revenue office estimates$42,000 in new taxes during first full year generated directly from HOF events(not including new revenues for local businesses) • VSHF promotes Town Center and Virginia Beach across Virginia,and nationally,as well. • RTD STORY ON 7/7"Virginia Beach Town Center includes hotels,restaurants,retail space and offices, all of which may house pieces of the Hall's trove that's worth on estimated$2 million." • Creates new"next generation"model for other organizations around the country o Already applauded by"museum industry"for ingenuity • Virginia Beach becomes Virginia's"Hall of Fame"city,with ability to use brand for sports tournaments and other attractions(alumni reunions,shows,conventions,etc.) * ,- 17 VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME AND VIRGINIA BEACH TOWN CENTER Sp 1 1. k�'I.IY66 Thank you very much to the City of Virginia Beach, Armada Hoffler, Divaris Real Estate, the CBDA, the Commonwealth of Virginia and others who are helping facilitate this exciting new chapter in the history of the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame. is Mayor Sessoms expressed his appreciation to Mr. Rubin and the entire Hall of Fame Board for all of their hard work and dedication. August 1, 2017 11 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART UPDATE ITEM#67256 3:52 P.M. Mayor Sessoms welcomed Debi Gray, Executive Director — Museum of Contemporary Art. Ms. Gray expressed her appreciation to City Council for their continued support: M C A AT A GLANCE Offers 860 programs a year -reaching over 300,000 people of all ages Curates 40 exhibitions a year - visited by 48.000 adults&students 2.1 Million Budget - 80+school groups Conducts SOL-based outreach programs in schools - grades 1-5.all Title I schools in VA Beach year round - 11.500+students 000mfoa• N% Offers 270 Studio Art Classes a year - 1,700 students , - ages 2 to 102New Produces Boardwalk Art Show A"Ixvrx - 49%of combined economic impact of all festivals in resort area - ranked in US in 2016 MOCA's Boardwalk Art Show is the oldest event in the City and ranks third Top Show out of 200: MOCA'S 63rd Boardwalk Art Show 2018 z T , et -- � I.. {� "H' t� r J' I a.�. 11 August 1, 2017 12 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART UPDATE ITEM#67256 (Continued) In May, MOCA opened the Turn the Page "TTP": The First Ten Years of Hi-Fructose and a benchmark exhibition for the Museum: MCAf • TURN THE PAGE: THE FIRST TEN YEARS OF HI—FRUCTOS_ TURN THE PAO••• _==__-7 :; f, _ u` � -miens This exhibit was a collaboration with a West Coast contemporary art magazine Hi-Fructose celebrated the artistic talent of fifty (50) artists rarely seen on the East Coast and primarily viewed in 2-D formats. MOCA experienced on average a 52%increase in walk-in traffic over the previous year same time frame: Exhibition Traffic • Visitors from 47 states and 12 countries • Drew visitors from outside Virginia Beach's target market • Total attendance 30,938 � 1f • Walk-in 9.983 -� • 50%out of market • 52%increase over previous year • 87 tours 2.125 • 43 programs 6.012 • Facility events 12.810 MCA August 1, 2017 13 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART UPDATE ITEM#67256 (Continued) This data captures only those that walked into the Museum and paid admissions; however, this does not account for those ticketed events that attendees came from out of the area as far away as Georgia: Attracted Both Day and Overnight Visitors Walk-in Visitors Staying in Hotel Economic Impact MONTH HOTEL VISITORS • Overnight visitors spend on May 71 average $1,898 and stay 3.8 nights June 387 • 43%of overnight visitors were July 407 here in shoulder season August 454 • Day visitors spend on average September 198 $146.39 during their visit October 161 • Day and overnight visitors November 116 contributed $4,853,245 to local December 376 economy TOTAL 2170 According to overnight visitor prank data concluded by continental Research for the M C A Virginia Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau TTP took on a life of its own on a global level making 27-Million media impressions, reaching all corners of the globe. This has resulted in raising awareness of MOCA, the City of Virginia Beach and putting the City on the map as a destination which fosters creativity and the arts: Media Reach • Unique website visits and social media followers • Medialmpressiuns rarfonnanot BeWne Outcome Sina/Dsosars IN Regional Natbul Intonational Total Maseru 13101905ra1 77.107 190.096 IMS 719-.91915. 1,251700 /14000 30005 100014 7.620.15 Mope 1109115 Mims Rehr 5301 19090.21 727.117 0,11105 900% 19,01/.0.0.•03 05.350 1,15.75 6.219061 Biqa faa00o1 Uwe %d.. 1.755.000 113.010 2.610.110 127000 105000 k firs gysp.o 4.575 7.662 11% pOpppMpy Moen 5,34,050 499.250 6.100 007.50 kMTOW p.g. 2070 2.679 30% Wows TOM 0044,50 115010 0.640011 711.760 10019.111 06!90.41444 7.022360 0006,114 32% kW3044 rti Maws Total Social Media Impressions:10.453,511 Total Combined Exhibition Impressions:27.905,085 M A August 1, 2017 14 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART UPDATE ITEM#67256 (Continued) The media reach continued after leaving the City, traveling to the Akron Museum of Art and the Crocker Museum in California: Media Reach Continued Akron Ohio Sacramento CA �� L \ivr A , L E T A t --- : .; 1 (, .r 1 �1Y ?A 7... •7 The next few slides are examples ofjust some of the Visitor Feedback: Visitor Feedback sat ytrglnlemoce ,�..1.��we 7��' v..glnle MOGA 2]o Ilkms 339 okr. n.hrn ronto•uc ithow guy. 4 ncl 1 c ulcl ort guff from Au+trnl to now no My/4o 1 a Soo,.SOOo1%,wr.. 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August 1, 2017 15 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS • MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART UPDATE ITEM#67256 • (Continued) • • • Visitor Feedback Sent:Thursday.January 05,2017 12:02 PM -A sr,:%'rrCase Of contemporary art' To:Alison Byrne<alisorr VugimaMOCA org> Reviewed November 1,2016 Subject:Hi-Fructose show This facility did not exist when we last visited VA Hi Alison! Beach butt has now become a valued community I hopeyou're doingwet lust wanted to ten resource.W e were lucky to see an exhibit of iyou contemporary art assembled by Hi Fructose how impressed I was with the Hi-Fructose Magazine.The featured works were stunning and blew exhibltlon.as I saw that you cocurated the us away.The talent on view was the best in the world. show Ono of m friends from Pennsylvania and In a side gallery we saw the works created by a group y N of developmentally challenged adults and children with have made it a tradition to visit MOCA prior to New photos of them at work.These were indicative of the Year's Eve,as she comes down to celebrate with caring nature of the community that supports this us such year. She and her husband are both program.The art is to be sold at a silent auction. artists.and Visited October 2016 'Highlight of my,Cation!" -II=I== Reviewed December 15,2016 We were int town for Thanksgiving visiting family and .11111111 learned of the Tum the Page exhibit!WOW it was amazing!The best collection of modern commentary 1110. art I've ever seen!This is a show I'II remember for a lifetime. MCA In January, MOCA brought the Exhibit "Mindful exploring mental health through art to the area". In three(3)months, this exhibit reached 12,000 persons: • • • • • MIN:D UL exploring mental health through art One in four adults lives with a mental health condition,yet this common illness often remains hidden behind a wall of secrecy and isolation.Our hope is that this exhibition will offer a platform to encounter,discuss,and understand mental health. August 1, 2017 16 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART UPDATE ITEM#67256 (Continued) MOCA has partnered with community resources to deliver informed programming and panel discussions for adults and teens: Mindful Partners • = d nu d; nn • Harbor Point Behavioral Health • h- is'r, '- in,no I-n--• • I Need A I ighihouse,Inc • h- :ha l:_n:atr • Jewish Family service of Tidewater,Inc • [hiL-e '_I_s: .a1 a T-e g s[aughtrs • Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health • [hr tia- Fsve—uth_r._ _r,i__s • NAMI Virginia Beach • I i 1aim-nt f F tr a •Fa • The Sarah Michelle Peterson Foundation • [:ith I-_Insior,de::.ur• • Virginia Beach City Government • 1[[JS'esilie-c,trin-g • Virginia Beach Psychiatric renter • bail=_A:vncstes t:r Meal.Issit • Youth MOVE Virginia Every year, MOCA works with area school teachers and students on a project related to a featured exhibition. This has earned MOCA the distinction as a Model partner from both Green Run Collegiate and Salem High School. This year, the project focused on the MINDFUL exhibition. Students selected a mental illness to research and create a cloak depicting their choice of mental illness. Through our partnership with the National Association of Mental Illness, some of the students and their work were invited to display the national convention in Washington, D.C.: VA Beach Students use art to Understand Mental Illness Kiara Ramos,17.said her cloak was meant to embody Erten Pun Collegiate le Visual Art students created 25 fabric bipolar disorder. She used warm colors on the left side sculptures that artistically explored current mental health of the cloak to represent manic episodes and used cool issues.Teacherand students collaborated wit hMNCAwhere work colors on the right to symbolize depressive episodes was displayed.The stydeed's ezhbtion traveled to DC...in June for the National Alliance tar Ment al fleahh coment ion and then to the Chrysler Museum this fall. s 4 --t--- liaaM �. j I. 4411111i;,:4161111,1; ii`AFraill Er : • • ti, August 1, 2017 17 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART UPDATE ITEM#67256 (Continued) R si' • Carolina Valverde.crafted a cloak illustrating Anorexia Serenity Nichols.18.chose Alzheimer's -• , Nervosa.The brain inside the hood conveys sufferers because her grandma suffered from •�` anorexic thoughts and the ribcage symbolizes the dementia. She used a repetition of colorful dots to illustrate the constant need for . desire to be unreasonably thin. repetition r.• V- osr �S ajd r- .. \ w-r • / . ...4 o `` Candine Pad,lla resei,rched PTSD to understand of how w .t • I, affects its victims. Using branches to symbolize =�' S I $ nightmares and flashbacks she hung dog tags engraved 3 ' •4 b t'_ �iD. ' t‘ with words that represent those who have dedicated — l 111111reM �� their lives to the military and in turn suffer from PTSD. ,.�. _ If, T u 4 V$BeU. Iiii3 MCA c CREATIVE City if Virginia lieudr Cultural Affairs Collaborative Art Project The artist residency with Maser was organized by the Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art and the ViBe Creative District in partnership with the City of Virginia Beach Office of Cultural Affairs August 1, 2017 18 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART UPDATE ITEM#67256 (Continued) MOCA is proud to be a part of the ViBe District and assist in bringing internationally recognized Artists to the City. The artist residency with Maser was organized by Virginia MOCA and the ViBe Creative District in partnership with the City of Virginia Beach Office of Cultural Affairs: -RN Aro - L..."-r.., - ..•..ate •i Wayne White was a featured Artist in the "Turn the Page"exhibition. Well known for creating the set for Pee Pew's Playhouse, he is a multi-talented not only an artist but a comedian and a musician. He spoke at MOCA last November to a sold-out crowd: Coming Next - Wayne White trii:**011110bwi,- August 1, 2017 19 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART UPDATE ITEM#67256 (Continued) MOCA is pleased to present MONITORIUM, an installation exhibition by Wayne White. In 1862, the Battle of Hampton Roads took place and the first ironclad ships met in combat on the James River. The engagement was part of a Confederate effort to end the Union blockade on Southern ports. Although the battle was not decisive, it led to a whole new era in naval warfighting. One of those ships, the Union Navy's USS Monitor, sets the stage for Whites dynamic exhibition. Here, the focus is on the intimate, human side of this story: Creates Larger Than life • ti Oft „I(1 __ .'s .. Mr. White is also a Master Puppeteer and will conduct a puppet making workshop for Virginia Beach teachers in August: Engages the Communities He Visits I ■ 1.0 I4 t . itt • 6.411 +e1111V. / w. t .RI Mayor Sessoms expressed his appreciation to Ms. Gray and everyone at MOCA for their hard work and dedication to the City. August 1, 2017 20 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS ViBe DISTRICT UPDATE ITEM#67257 4:04P.M. Mayor Sessoms welcomed Kate Pittman, Executive Director — ViBe Creative District. Ms. Pittman expressed her appreciation to City Council for their continued support: O D 412 (,) 1-CREATIVE Virginia Beach's First Creative Arts District The ViBe Creative District is helping to create a sense of place and identity in the Central Beach Area. Below is the history of the District: ViBe Creative District History • National trend:Over 500 communities in the U.S.have cultural districts. • 2009:The Commonwealth of Virginia voted on legislation for arts districts • 2011-2015:The creation of the ViBe Creative . • District grew organically led by community leaders at the Resort and Office of Cultural Affairs • April 2014:A 501C3 non-profit was established to help guide the new district —090 • February 2015:City Council identified the creation of the ViBe Creative District as a top priority for the future year. • April 2015:ViBe Creative District o boundaries established by City Council V B r CRCREATIVE August 1, 2017 21 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS ViBe DISTRICT UPDATE ITEM#67257 (Continued) Below are the boundaries of the ViBe Creative District: ViBe Creative District Boundaries „,AS, t M,,s1A'E 26' Vise CREATIVE DISTRICT 0 RR P CRAM Here are the Goals& Objectives of the ViBe District: Goals & Objectives of ViBe District: ( AP n • To serve as a vibrant center for the . 14 arts,culture,technology,that is environmentally friendly. �I �y • To enhance a sense of discovery for visitors and residents by revitalizing the area and making this uniquely ours. • To encourage the arts and artists , as well as technical and creative resources to help them flourish .:•. and cross-pollinate. .1.,:,111111111141. • To support and expand the , industry and creativity of those o who live and work in the District. i Be CRr Al 4 August 1, 2017 22 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS ViBe DISTRICT UPDATE ITEM#67257 (Continued) In June 2016, Friends of the Creative District(FCD) was established. FCD holds monthly meetings and is made up of a group of motivated, creative business professionals. Virginia Commission for the Arts noted this model of directly connecting the business community to the Arts District could be an example for all Districts in the Commonwealth to follow: Friends of the ViBe District • June 13,2016: Friends of the Creative District(FCD) became an affiliate organization with a purpose to support the efforts of the District businesses and non- profit efforts • Monthly meetings,full Board and multiple committees • Motivated group of creative business professionals rje June 2016—17 Members t June 2017-69 Members . r• e - _ 75%INCREASE Collective social media reach: 220,000 • fi ' 0 vee CREATIVE More than twenty (20) businesses participated in First Friday ViBe events, offering the public a variety of special events featuring local artists, special business promotions or sales and multiple dining options with special pricing: Monthly Events — 1st Friday / 2nd Saturday EY ' — Y ;..,1cr5 Cry. l �. FIRS VIBE TNipA� V S �M14Ni FLEA SECOND SATURDAY INTHE VIBE TODAY! •rrrrw ate __ II {i,4L OLD BEACH FARMERS MARKET VB cREATNE August 1, 2017 23 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS ViBe DISTRICT UPDATE ITEM#67257 (Continued) A variety of Annual Community-Focused Events are held in the District: Annual Community-Focused Events 10(,`;�;,7 Small Business Saturday Pop-up marketplace in Virginia Beach showcases • local businesses 0000 Pop.up Marketplace m Virginia p showcases local businesses4/0 0. � Stand Up for Kids Gift Drive LISA DUNoIn • CREATIVE The ViBe Creative District hosts monthly meetings at participating businesses. Members are welcome to come discuss relevant topics and socialize with one-another: Quarterly Meetings of Businesses: -Second Wednesday at 6pm N , n f , :P ooh, f fff j� 4 J `� y' ` ✓ > 'i r *fit Over 70 businesses/artists have signed up for an email o distribution list that promotes the district and coordinates art projects/events.Most participate regularly in district Y C efforts. CREATIVE August 1, 2017 24 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS ViBe DISTRICT UPDATE ITEM#67257 (Continued) Here are a few of the Benefits to the Businesses within the District: Benefits to the Businesses: • Ordinance incentives for qualified NEW creative businesses (10 years) r . • BPOL Rebate (100%) (10 '� years) • Exemption of building code, zoning fees pot, • Partial real estate tax � ' exemption for rehabilitated structures (10 years) • Live-Work Provisions • Design assistance through the Resort Advisory Commission ° v�8e Here are a few of the Benefits to the Community: Benefits to the Community: 1. Bolster local economy by increased business activity 2. Become a more active Resort year-round 3. Help shape our City's identity through the arts f "�ilrih ,c Svg 'j RIONTNFN OCEAOW RONT ART HUB GETS GREEN LIGHT V43e 0 CREATIVE August 1, 2017 25 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS ViBe DISTRICT UPDATE ITEM#67257 (Continued) The next few slides depict the Public Art in the District: Public Art: 18th Street Parklet I Fence Murals itti ,1 ',XV° pit f.i, g...1,Ilei' 1.1ki ;1 fl 6, 1, u 1 I I II. x � � ! ) i � fir. r— ,. rw ,ip ME e. Y, r .� I4); \ i - .41, ir, ! , Illb if i i ' r L 17 1tr,Llr.Vi I. 2l117 26 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS ViBe DISTRICT UPDATE ITEM#67257 (Continued) Public Art: Creative Crosswalks 16111001+;a ly• t • , . ,:_,mei "" • jeltik reN VBe GOALS FOR 2017-2018 O August 1, 2017 27 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS ViBe DISTRICT UPDATE ITEM#67257 (Continued) Sense of Place I Branding the Arts District ' * • `'� xyr,_ oo,C 7 Below is the Interactive Mural Map of the District: Interactive Mural Map Obi O w �rP•Y•`i t.m t. V 0 p 9 -•.c V 9 v V' V 9 R 9 9 • or.... a .. °o August 1, 2017 28 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS ViBe DISTRICT UPDATE ITEM#67257 (Continued) The goal is to plan and execute year-round activities and events in the District: Plan & Execute Year-round Activities/Events •N 714 � ( �, t CillgerVi le 11,4 jilt ,'1,07 is , n.1.,. . , iiii iiiii - .. — 4 ?fI 1J1 4W .. i , t !Lit, �1. r 4.. } i Create Business Incentive Grants tO .MuNE __ _t-,,,--';„- -,,,..,_f ...-i 7 - '. 1 ' ' a1 - "'! -- _COFr7FEE BAR AND ROASTERY aim a ,, ' I -N -y Nam, ""..-—:_, , August 1, 2017 29 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS ViBe DISTRICT UPDATE ITEM#67257 (Continued) There is regional distribution of the District's "rack cards"throughout Hampton Roads: Marketing and Advertising Regional distribution of arts district rack cards throughout Hampton Roads • • o.� • o� ou 4 00, THANK YOU! 0 ° 1 ° D CREATIVE Mayor Sessoms expressed his appreciation to Ms. Pittman, Laura Habr and the entire District for their dedication and hard work to the City. August 1, 2017 30 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS HOLIDAY LIGHTS ITEM#67258 4:18 P.M. Mayor Sessoms welcomed Tom Leahy, Deputy City Manager. Mr. Leahy expressed his appreciation to City Council for their continued support: .::;P. lir"'.:(arti°'7reilyibi'nP).Pi•*` . • .......,.:.%.4.t.-.•••••-•••.:4; 1 � • ••� / •• :: • „invsli • .• , l� R • '•►• •• •' r' 1Q 1$ji ts• att tibe a cr h• . -'•, • .. • Pf,ograrf • • Atgust1, 2017 Thomas LeAy,$etiUty City Manager Below is the Background of the Holiday Lights program: Holiday Lights Program - Background • Holiday Lights Program First Implemented in 1995 •Thanksgiving thru New Years •321 +1- lighted displays, from 2nd thru 33rd Streets on the Boardwalk •Average attendance about 25,300 vehicles and 100,000 persons per year (most recent five-year average) August 1, 2017 31 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS HOLIDAY LIGHTS ITEM#67258 (Continued) These are the expenditures for the program for the past five (5)years: Holiday Lights Program: Expenditures 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 5-Year Ave Production Expense $49,511 $66,880 $74,187 $62,239 $74,964 $65,556 Labor $166,435 $158,063 $157,913 $173,925 $170,902 $165,448 Marketing $38,351 $46,395 $33,430 $32,346 $28,456 $35,796 Admin Fee $63,338 $54,864 $55,957 $66,911 560,054 $60,225 Admissions Taxes paid to City $28,790 $24,938 $25,435 $30,414 $27,297 $27,375 Sponsorship Commission $7,500 $7,500 $7,500 $9,500 $14,640 $9,328 New Light Displays $11,900 $30,813 $10,730 $70,699 $3,057 $25,440 Refurbishing Displays $0 $54,668 $19,727 $1,275 $220,000 $59,134 TOTAL EXPENSES $365,825 $444,120 $384,877 $447,309 $599,371 $448,300 These are the revenues for the program for the past five(5)years, both gross and net: Holiday Lights Program: Revenues (Gross and Net) 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 5-Year Ave Annual City Funding $50,000 $50,000 $50,000 $50,000 $50,000 $50,000 Sponsorship $35,000 $32,000 $50,500 $51,125 $53,725 $44,470 Ticket Sales $318,906 $271,671 $277,503 $333,403 $300,142 $300,325 Vendor/Miscellaneous $5,672 $5,571 $12 $3,900 $3,000 $3,631 Additional City Funding $0 $50,865 $0 $0 $220,000 $54,173 TOTAL REVENUE $409,578 $410,107 $378,015 $438,427 $626,867 $452,599 TOTAL EXPENSES $365,825 $444,120 $384,877 $447,309 $599,371 $448,300 NET Program $43,753 -$34,013 -$6,862 -$8,882 $27,497 $4,299 August 1, 2017 32 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS HOLIDAY LIGHTS ITEM#67258 (Continued) The City owns 321 lighted displays consisting of many `thousands of electrical connections: Holiday Lights Program - Background • 321 +/- lighted displays Owned by the City ;r •• Each display assembled T"k1 from multiple panels mak. Y i it, • Thousands of panels ,' �;k ' + � 4 4 a;•� ....kS c � ' 1.,.�i � • ' r 1111 .': S.. • Many thousands of .�� rOl electrical connections I' • rpt �•4 rI,, t „ • When not in use, panels �4, i. ti �,r, and frames are stored in 1 - , "y • k ��. a leased warehouse • i`'1 This is an overview of the City's contract with BeachEvents for Holiday Lights: City Contracts with BeachEvents for Holiday Lights • If held—Beachevents obligation is to " . . plan,schedule,stage, and/or coordinate . . . Holiday Lights at the Beach. . . • No other detail in contract, but at a minimum, BeachEvents must: • Remove the panels from storage • Transport to the oceanfront,assemble,and light-up displays • Manage all aspects of the nightly program • Keep displays working for the six-week duration • Disassemble the displays and return them to storage • Contract with BeachEvents does not include, nor ever envisioned,any type of long-term,sustainable renewal and replacement program August 1, 2017 33 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS HOLIDAY LIGHTS ITEM#67258 (Continued) There are just a few of the challenges the City faces in keeping the displays lighted:: Holiday Lights - Keeping the Displays Lighted • Easier said than done • Storms blow the displays over,damage them and saturate them with seawater • Vandalism,tampering, pilferage • Continuous wiring, light bulb, and other electrical failures requiring many hundreds of on-the-spot and as-needed repairs to the wiring and the lights to keep them working night-after-night • These ad-hoc repairs have kept the show going for twenty years and have kept the annual cost of the program low • Did not substitute for a long-term sustainable renewal and replacement program This is a display that is brand new: h`�►a'R�'c7.14;.. 'r:_." W' �►''M Pli Alligik . "2/4_ lir c- - . *,-1., , - ,,, ,,t!i,k. ,'? /4=1A lkoictitio kilo&tilt , '1'r piz.. ".0.1„:4. ;,*, . . " , . . v. alli— ; ,k, , , , ,,.. . .,,, , ,_ 41,....4. 2., ,, . . - pit..• �U in"'` . . 4 .41 t, . . :,, ,, , ....w...„ ill .-4, -4b‘ * - VIP iV41.1' ) 1 .ti ,V 'WI August 1, 2017 34 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS HOLIDAY LIGHTS ITEM#67258 (Continued) This is the same display after just one season of use: • • t 4.1 'i ,fit`' ,• � „ i► ", st 1,1 • i .+ A /13 • r � I , j4. ,41;tit I a,/ ie This is the background regarding the electrical power for the Holiday Lights: Electrical Power for Holiday Lights • Boardwalk Power supplied from 43 City-owned, permanent power pedestals on west side of the boardwalk at 26 intersections • Constructed in the mid-1980's, operated and maintained by Public Works • 200 —400 amp service, some higher • Holiday lights requires the use of 40 temporary panelboards and a series of spider boxes fed from the 43 permanent pedestals • None of the pedestals, panel, or spider boxes were ground fault protected before 2016 August 1, 2017 35 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS HOLIDAY LIGHTS ITEM#67258 (Continued) This shows a permanent power pedestal, temporary power pedestal and the spider boxes used for the Holiday Lights: n111110 1111111111 , 0111111111 ' 1111 • • This is an overview of Arc-Flash and the hazards that go along with Arc-Flash: Boardwalk Power and Arc-Flash Hazards • Arc-flash is a type of electrical explosion or discharge that results from a low-impedance connection through air to ground or another voltage phase in an electrical system • 2014: OSHA adopted revised standards for arc-flash protection and assessing arc-flash hazards • 2014: Boardwalk lighting project revealed arc-flash concerns at every one of the permanent pedestals. Many of the pedestals were also exhibiting rust and other deterioration • 2015: City-wide arc flash hazard study found 31 of 43 pedestals at the oceanfront had arc flash hazard rating of either Level 4, or Level Danger. Determined to be a serious safety hazard August 1, 2017 36 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS HOLIDAY LIGHTS ITEM#67258 (Continued) There are other issues with the Boardwalk Power. Three(3)power pedestals were upgraded last Fall: Boardwalk Power Other Issues • Many pedestals wired directly to Dominion Power Transformer—no master breaker switch • Transformers shared with adjacent hotels and businesses • To kill power to the pedestal, must kill power to the hotel or business sharing the transformer • None of the permanent pedestals,temporary pedestals,or spider boxes were compliant with National Electric Code for Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter(GFCI) requirements • 2016: Public Works began upgrading the boardwalk power pedestals to protect employees and the public, and to be compliant with OSHA and NEC requirements. Three pedestals were upgraded in fall 2016 The Holiday Lights and Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters are not cohesive: Holiday Lights and Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters • A Ground Fault Circuit "" U. - ruermInterrupter(GFCI)device will •�_, • trip-open an electric power � circuit when it detects any : . . unintended current flowing to `� N • \ ift•Mot ground -• • Virtually any current (5-10 milliamps)diverted to ground through any conductor(metal, water, people)will trip-open the devices °mond F••""'"urt'^""°°'^°p.n. August 1, 2017 37 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS HOLIDAY LIGHTS ITEM#67258 (Continued) Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) Devices I I '• D NIS ., II pup I TO ree,. GFI Receptacle GB Medi Beaker Pertekk Gn Device BeachEvents experienced major issues in 2016 and had to rent equipment to work-around the upgraded power panels: Holiday Lights Program — 2016 Season • In 2016, Beachevents experienced major issues Grouted-Fault with DAdisplay connected to L • 6A any power source with GFCI N protection. The GFCI devices 5.9A I were constantly tripping- + 0 open and cutting power to the displays • To get through the 2016 — season, Beachevents worked A around the three upgraded panels August 1, 2017 38 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS HOLIDAY LIGHTS ITEM#67258 (Continued) This is a summary of the problems with the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter, the biggest problem being seawater: GFCI — What is the Problem? • Displays are metal frames with hundreds to thousands of sockets/bulbs, and hundreds of feet of wiring. It's all exterior grade but not waterproof or designed for marine environment • Seawater is 3.5%salt.Salt imparts substantial corrosive and conductive properties to water,moisture,and humidity • GFCI tripping is caused by water and moisture creating small short circuits from the wire,sockets, and bulbs,to the displays(which are grounded) • New wiring and sockets with dielectric grease and seals are more resistant —but not immune. Wear and tear from assembly/disassembly,climbing on displays to change bulbs/repair wiring,and the ocean environment quickly breaks down both the wiring and the coatings on the displays providing an unlimited number of electrical pathways to ground Holiday Lights Wiring - Chloride Corrosion '111* gki .,rit Alt Ink j , • k. �40 51 1 August 1, 2017 39 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS HOLIDAY LIGHTS ITEM#67258 (Continued) This is the Holiday Lights Program—Bottom Line: Holiday Lights Program — The Bottom Line • Beachevents has made valiant efforts over the years to ensure that the "show will go on". But even before the GFCI problem, Beachevents struggled to keep the displays lighted • The oceanfront is the harshest environment possible for this type of application • The GFCI requirement has introduced a truly problematic issue • The use of 120 VAC light strings for Holiday Lights in the moist,saline, oceanfront environment is incompatible with the required GFCI protection • It is not an option to ignore or bypass the legal requirement to provide GFCI protection Question: Are there Alternatives? • Beachevents and the City have been experimenting with 12 Volt DC (VDC) lights • 12 VDC is not a safety hazard and the NEC does not apply to devices that operate on 50 volts or less • The 120 VAC LED bulbs and the 12 VDC LED bulbs use the same sockets and wiring • Displays may be converted from 120 VAC to 12 VDC by switching the bulbs and connecting the light string to a 12 VDC power supply • Waterproof 12 VDC landscaping power supplies are abundant on the market and they are not expensive August 1, 2017 40 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS HOLIDAY LIGHTS ITEM#67258 (Continued) These are possible alternatives for consideration: Are there Alternatives? Answer: Maybe • After testing several displays Beachevents has found that 12 VDC displays are very resistant to tripping the GFCI devices • Tests have been conducted upon only a few displays,for a period of a few weeks, and on the greenbelt side of the boardwalk • Cannot project this level of success to several hundred displays that must all function continuously for six weeks,on the beachside of the boardwalk—especially in the aftermath of a storm • There are other uncertainties involving the animated displays and whether voltage loss due to the accumulation of salt and moisture might cause the displays to dim out in the middle of the show • Need real world testing, of many displays, and on the beach Holiday Lights Program - Alternatives • Full-scale traditional program: Not available for the 2017 season as there is not enough time to convert all the displays • Scaled down program: Not available for the 2017 season as there is not enough time to convert even half half of the displays. • Cancel the 2017 program but test various options and technologies for the future. Convert and setup several dozen displays where they could be seen from the boardwalk and hotel balconies.Cost would be about$175,000 and the financial commitment would need to be made immediately. This is the staff recommendation. • Cancel the Holiday Lights program altogether August 1, 2017 41 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS HOLIDAY LIGHTS ITEM#67258 (Continued) Discussion/Questions OFI.you'd be Ira • 11 Mayor Sessoms expressed his appreciation to Mr. Leahy for this presentation. Councilman Uhrin advised with this being an important part of the City for the last twenty (20)years, he, along with Staff and other members of the Resort Area, are scheduled to meet later this week to brainstorm and discuss what the options could be. Councilman Uhrin requested the `funding issue" be tabled until after this meeting when he will report back to City Council on the outcome of that meeting. August 1, 2017 42 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS WILDLIFE REHABILITATION ITEM#67259 4:52 P.M. Mayor Sessoms welcomed Kevin Kemp, Zoning Administrator—Planning and Community Development. Mr. Kemp expressed his appreciation to City Council for their continued support and advised the purpose of this presentation is to provide a brief overview of Home-Based Wildlife Rehabilitation particularly from the State Level of enforcement. The State's regulation changed last year to require a facility be in compliance with all local Ordinances prior to issuance of a license: NIB Virginia Beach Home-Based Wildlife Rehabilitation City Council—July 11,2017 Prepared by:Kevin Kemp,Zoning Administrator Below are a few of the "City Celebrities", the most famous being JR, the City's official Easter Bunny: Celebrities • 0 t �,'► left(Mt bother) Darius(Mt Mhar) 50 Simon ,hell brotherl August 1, 2017 43 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS WILDLIFE REHABILITATION ITEM#67259 (Continued) The Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries (VDGIF) regulate, inspect and permit these facilities. A yearly inspection is required for these facilities: Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries CONSERVE.CONNECT.PROTECT. v1RGIN/4 %;442110 r Department d Game 8 Inland Fishenes Vision Statement leading wildlife conservation and inspiring people to value the outdoors and their role in nature. Agency hos administrative,permitting,and enforcement powers as granted by Section 19.3 of the Code of Virginia VDGIF has twelve (12) items outlining performance and habitat expectations to ensure proper treatment of the animals with the goal of returning the wildlife to their natural habitats as soon as possible: VDGIF Wildlife Rehabilitation Permitting Overview joitor,o, All persons caring for sick,injured, orphaned,or debilitated wildlife are required to obtain a permit. 441411.44,44 Goal Return successfully rehabilitated wildlife to their natural habitat,as quickly as possible, providing them with a reasonable chance to function and behave normally within their population and ecosystem. August 1, 2017 44 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS WILDLIFE REHABILITATION ITEM#67259 (Continued) VDGIF requires the annual renewal of Permits. Should a permit lapse, a new pre-inspection is required. The City reserves the right to inspect the property as well. Anyone wishing to rehabilitate migratory birds or water fowl must possess a Federal Rehabilitation Permit issued by the US Department of Wildlife and Fishery: Permitting Process �•,.�+', +� Applicants are required to have a pre- inspection of their home or designated facility by VDGIF permit staff and a Conservation Police Officer. r► Process typically takes 30 days. • Categories I,II,and III rehabilitators need to be at least 18 years old. fes, Category I is the "Apprentice Level"with basic skills and must be sponsored by an active Category II or III Rehabilitator for at least two (2)years: Rehabilitator Categories Category I(Apprentice) nti'Less than two(2)years experience; Must be sponsored by an active Category II or III rehabilitator; n, May provide basic care(food,shelter, water); A May not administer controlled substances unless Category II or III directly supervises; n May receive transport of injured or orphaned animals and keep for only 24 hours; d August 1, 2017 45 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS WILDLIFE REHABILITATION ITEM#67259 (Continued) Category II A (individual)and IIB(organization)must have more than two(2)years of experience. They must also work with a licensed Veterinarian and can sponsor up to five(5)Category I Rehabilitators: Rehabilitator Categories Category IIA(Individual)and II B(Organization) • More than two(2)years experience; • Must work with a licensed veterinarian; • May provide care for all wildlife(except bald and golden eagles,threatened or endangered species) • May provide basic care(food,shelter,water) • May administer controlled substances subscribed by a veterinarian; * May receive transport and care for injured or orphaned animals; 011( • Must be available to VDGIF and public for consultation and assistance Category III is for facilities that provide professional services, have veterinary equipment on site with a permanent staff. Category III can care for endangered species as well as Golden or Bald eagles: Rehabilitator Categories Category III(Professional) • Professionals with on-site veterinary equipment and staff,including a fully licensed veterinarian; • Only Cat.Ill can provide care for bald and golden eagles,threatened or endangered 041species. 0e August 1, 2017 46 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS WILDLIFE REHABILITATION ITEM#67259 (Continued) These are other classifications that perform support services to the Rehabilitators: Rehabilitator Categories Category IV(Care provider) • May provide care for,and come into contact with,wildlife at a facility of a Category I,II or III permittee. • May not provide care from their own home Transporter • Do not need an individual permit • Responsibility limited to retrieval and delivery of animal to a facility or release Staff(paid or volunteer) • May not come into contact with wildlife These are the general conditions Rehabilitators must abide by when caring for animals. The last bullet is worth noting in that they may only rehab species native to Virginia: General Conditions for all Rehabilitators Goal is to return wildlife to the wild. mi All wildlife shall remain property of the VDGIF. e All rehabilitators required to have a permit from VDGIF. m Permittee shall abide by the rehabilitator Code of Ethics. b Permit is not valid for migratory birds(regulated by U.S.Fish and Wildlife Service) a Wildlife believe to be infected with zoonotic disease must be treated and/or quarantined appropriately. ~V8 nliae rescued,captured or collecte d outside Virginia cannot be rehabilitated in e August 1, 2017 47 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS WILDLIFE REHABILITATION ITEM#67259 (Continued) These are the conditions that must be followed to care for wildlife, emphasizing the importance not to domesticate the animals: Wildlife Care Conditions e Records must be kept for all wildlife(date of admission,location of collection,reason for admission,final disposition). e Wildlife kept in safe,clean,appropriately sized enclosures. e Wildlife fed a species appropriate diet with access to water. N, Wildlife kept in separate rooms or buildings and away from domestic animals. Rehabilitator shall avoid taming wildlife. e Local,state and federal agencies may inspect the facility for compliance with conditions. e Welfare of wildlife populations is more important than the welfare of an individual animal. These are the requirements for releasing the rehabilitated animals, noting the wildlife must be released in the County or City where they are rehabilitated. All non-native species must be euthanized or placed in captive environment: Releasing Wildlife Rehabilitated wildlife must be returned to the wild Permission must be obtained from land owner(private property)or government administrator(public property). ro All native species shall be returned to the area in which they were found or the county/city in which they were rehabilitated. ro All non-native species shall not be released into the wild but shall be either euthanized or placed in a suitable captive environment. August 1, 2017 48 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS WILDLIFE REHABILITATION ITEM#67259 (Continued) Below are the basic requirements for housing wild animals. The enclosure sizes vary by age and species and are regulated by the Commonwealth. These guidelines provide what should be included in the enclosures: Basic Requirements for Housing Wild Animals All captive wildlife shall be provided with adequate food,adequate water,properly cleaned enclosures,proper lighting,and adequate care Housing Size Guidelines Wildlife Juvenile Juvenile/ Restricted Nursing Adult Outside Injured Adult WxLxH WxLxH WxLxH Opossums 3'x 3'x3' 10'x 12'x8' Raccoons 3' 3' 3' 10' 12' 8' 2' 3'x 3' Squirrels 2'e3'x2' 8'x 8'x8' 2'x3'x2' Deer 10' 15'x 6' 30' 50'x 8' N/A Mr. Kemp expressed his appreciation to the approximately twenty-five (25) Wildlife Rehabilitators in the City for their valuable service: Please thank the approximately 25 home-based wildlife rehabilitators within the City of Virginia Beach. They provide a valuable service to our community. Questions? ee .111 Mayor Sessoms expressed his appreciation to Mr. Kemp and the entire Department for a job well done. August 1, 2017 49 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS PENDING PLANNING ITEMS ITEM#67260 5:00 P.M. Mayor Sessoms welcomed Carolyn Smith, Administrator— Planning and Community Development. Ms. Smith expressed her appreciation to City Council for their continued support: Virginia Beach turdtr, • ,10kirs Planning Items August 15th -AXIf•,MAar City Council Meeting • .311111111 `gam`ill ASF Eight(8) items are scheduled to be heard on August 15r". SUMMARY — August 15th 9 Planning items are proposed for City Council's consideration 1. Bickford of Virginia Beach,LLC—Princess Anne District >f • Conditional Rezoning(05-2,0-2&Conditional B 2 to Conditional 0-2) \ •'s`•"-- /1 ? crmauve., • Conditional Use Permit(Housing for Seniors and Disabled Persons) 2. Hospice House of South Hampton Roads,Inc.—Princess Anne District • Conditional Use Permit(Hospice House/Sanitarium) q 3. Mermaid Winery at the Beach—Bayside District %•~ • Conditional Use Permit(Craft Winery&Assembly Use) 4. Enclave at PA BC,LLC&The Enclave at Princess Anne Homeowners' Association,Inc.—Princess Anne District • Conditional Rezoning(AG-1&AG-2 to Conditional PD-H2 Planned Unit Deselopment(R.7.5 Residential)) einc•••a""• • Modification to Proffers August 1, 2017 50 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS PENDING PLANNING ITEMS ITEM#67260 (Continued) SUMMARY — August 15th 9 Planning items are proposed for City Council's consideration 5. James Gruszeczka-Beach District • Enlargement of a Non Conforming Use 6. Princess Anne Estate Trust&Virginia Beach Financial Center,Inc.- L �' Kempsville District • Street Closure (Moved to September 5"City Council Hearing) 7. Real Investment Associates,Inc.-Bayside District • Subdivision Variance(Section 44(bp 8. Mogul Properties,LLC-Kempsville District • Conditional Retuning(Conditional Bi2 to Conditional B-1A) • 9. Milagros Montesa,LLC-Kempsville District • Conditional Use Permit(Automobile Repair Garage) Bickford of Virginia Beach, LLC Agenda Item Council District Princess Anne Location 2625 &2629 Princess Anne Road -+awa • 8.10 G. 50.2 j t I!J/ Ao`z 11101 fti J tAAA. N 44, 441,1. 7i AO-1 8 2' ar Conditional Rezoning(AG 2 Agriculture District,B-2 Community Business,&0-2 Office District to Conditional 0-2 Office District) Conditional Use Permit(Housing for Seniors&Disabled Persons) Staff recommends Approval Planning Commission voted 9-0,to recommend Approval August 1, 2017 51 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS PENDING PLANNING ITEMS ITEM#67260 (Continued) Bickford of Virginia Beach,LLC l : Ina `Bolan"nir��z• •' as -i-r�1 r l g1 -r I Y- , 1w1 i . "JO' • Proposing a 60-bed,38,200 square-foot assisted living facility for seniors reflective of neo-Georgian architecture. • Two existing curb cuts along Princess Anne Road to be closed,vehicular access off the private road that connects the Courthouse Marketplace Shopping Center to Princess Anne Road. Hospice House of South Hampton Roads, Inc. Agenda Item Council District Princess Anne Location East Side of Upton Drive, North of Nimmo Parkway 2 ,......:„,, ---..,... . -:-.7,-„,,, „,,,,. i . .. ,?.:,.r, . .... ,.._. _ . , . . „ ,,,, . . .T....4 _ ..• , _ ....„. t u �ti J t k c +` ,c. 11 r tr �� 3 ♦. .o' / Conditional Use Permit(Sanitarium) Staff recommends Approval Planning Commission voted 10-0 to recommend Approval August 1, 2017 52 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS PENDING PLANNING ITEMS ITEM#67260 (Continued) Hospice House of South Hampton Roads, Inc. -�- • City to convey 2.25 acres of a larger 4.82-acre site. • Proposing a 12-bed facility for hospice care with office r,.,� ,w ' . and support space and bedrooms for family members. ` ip'+W"omm+'•'• •'. :::. • Building design and exterior building materials appropriate for a residential setting. s Mermaid Winery at the Beach, LLC Agenda Item Council District Bayside Location 4401 Shore Drive 3 :YLey M -M.T.1 iy • x.10 roH(R40)• ® an 11.7 • r . Com . r e i _ , y,..?r 0 r ,, Conditional Use Permits(Craft Winery,Assembly Use) Staff recommends Approval Planning Commission voted 10-0 to recommend Approval August 1, 2017 53 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS PENDING PLANNING ITEMS ITEM#67260 (Continued) Mermaid Winery at the Beach,LLC • acro mo s aw +~iiii rrt a • ,x -N r ii v :1 i • � ' lol--l - Nr•mt•r r,4 w • Proposing to renovate approximately 4,000 square feet of the - _ building for a tasting and dining room with additional space dedicated to manufacturing of wine,a kitchen for food service,and storage. • Constructing a covered outdoor patio along the east side of the building. /z tal it 1,11 MI The Enclave at PA BC, LLC/The Enclave at Princess Anne Agenda Item Homeowners'Association, Inc. Council District Princess Anne 4 L.cation 2754 2804&•ortion of 2808 North Landin•Road.ro•e north of Princess Anne Road \c4r.' ...,...., Fit.....g4:., s :0,-1 . ,, •t..- V R• 'I• �•� ,40,"'". osy, ZQC Jo A01 �` -s o• Conditional Rezoning(AG-1&2 Agriculture District to PD-H2(R-7.5 Residential District) Modification of Proffers Staff recommends Approval Planning Commission voted 10-0,with one abstention,to recommend Approval August 1, 2017 54 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS PENDING PLANNING ITEMS ITEM#67260 (Continued) The Enclave at PA BC,LLC/The Enclave at Princess Anne Homeowners' Association,Inc. n• , _ *Y �r 414110,.....o' � � ) � � 1 .. .. - sQs g1 , t u ;• t . -- E _ r • Proposing to add 5.36 acres to the neighborhood,with up to 17 new lots. • Vehicular ingress/egress will continue to be along North Landing Road. ag ti _ �---1l'" { James Gruszeczka Agenda Item Council District Beach Location 406 27th Street 5 ,... . ,i . > i� . ' 3 . . .,„,..... .. -;..›- __. . .,»,-, -If . ,gs# IRA F . .„ • . ...,,, .,,,,,,,, ,..,,,,.......‘ 4,, .. z .. , , A. , .„. \-\-- S k •1rr' : tis' t Enlargement of a Nonconforming Use Staff recommends Approval Planning Commission voted 10-0 to recommend Approval August 1, 2017 55 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS PENDING PLANNING ITEMS ITEM#67260 (Continued) James Gruszeczka 27^' STRLLT _ f f000 .. ,- Proposed • Two duplexes,with a total o o of four units,exist on this = a site. — • • Proposing a 133 square-foot . bathroom addition to front ' duplex. _ f ""i.•` fe :5*" t }.; 20 R/W PrP ess Anne!state 1rus 't V rginia eac t inancte :center,Inc + ,:> sYt nits ; , Kerripsviile x • til M ..:,+.,K:.September 5 City Council Heaiiing • Street Closure(Portion of Lord Dunmore Road) Staff rac,sm,rcnds,4ppproval i'iam'ng Comm :sitm voted 1i'-(E:n recOornenr(Approval • August 1, 2017 56 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS PENDING PLANNING ITEMS ITEM#67260 (Continued) Real Investment Associates, Inc. Agenda Item Council District Bayside Location 1337 Reedtown Road 7 i, a sem. t c...A.,,,. .....,, .,),N I G 1 1 Subdivision Variance(Section 4.4(b)of the Subdivision Regulations) Staff recommends Approval Planning Commission voted 10-0 to recommend Approval Real Investment Associates,Inc. 0 at 1 .. War,,._uI -t moose e. RK • Proposing to subdivide the property into two lots of 23,387 square feet,similar to adjacent lot sizes. • Lot A proposed with a lot width of 68 feet,Lot 6 proposed with a lot width of 57 feet,rather than the 100 feet required in the R-15 Residential District. August 1, 2017 57 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS PENDING PLANNING ITEMS ITEM#67260 (Continued) Mogul Properties, LLC Agenda Item Council District Kempsville Location 317 S. Witchduck Road 8 _ , _. 4., _ ...,... : 2. •.2'..0 flat \ 1�r \441 _, V1 f '''. '• iie - '..,7.C.---:0--,,,. % ' , i i ....- .- , . = ; , - '''0 . , s7.7:. . ...„,. .gi • ..........,fr—i , ic_ Conditional Rezoning(Conditional B-2 Community Business to Conditional B-1A Limited Community Business) Staff recommends Approval Planning Commission voted 10-0 to recommend Approval Mogul Properties,LLC • The Carraway House,circa 1730s,is in the = Carraway House Historic and Cultural '= 3 District and the Historic Kempsville Area ^�1ie� - ---ir- 1 Overlay District. • The applicant wishes to rezone the L e& • I '4 property from Conditional 0-2 to . p .. Conditional B-1A to expand permitted : :-.-, uses on the site. . ....„ --- August 1, 2017 58 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS PENDING PLANNING ITEMS ITEM#67260 (Continued) Milagros Montesa Agenda Item Council District Kempsville Location 5768 Arrowhead Drive, Unit C 9 , .. .7.!c).-' . , Vele. f t. Mil .'1 graqt,_; , --. 4,-..: -. ifj_ pp..04,kr• --4,•14-6.7: • . r.,• ' '"*--0`,4 4 firbk.7.....,:.,„, • V ��:: J�lthe 'axe Conditional Use Permit(Automotive Repair Garage) Staff recommends Approval Planning Commission voted 10-0 to recommend Approval Milagros Montesa 1, . t i moil - - - .iiiii0' k. .„.... _ _ . ,,_ ‘,..,--, • Proposing to operate an automobile repair garage in a unit within an industrial warehouse building. Mayor Sessoms expressed his appreciation to Ms. Smith and the entire Department for a job well done. August 1, 2017 59 CITY COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS ITEM#67261 5:12 P.M. There were no City Council Liaison Reports. August 1, 2017 60 CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS ITEM#67262 5:15 P.M. Councilman Moss recalls on May 5, 2017, City Council was advised the City was not able to fully exercise the$3,000 Per Capita Debt without impacting the Bond Rating. Councilman Moss requested the City Manager have someone provide how much of the $3,000 can be used without impacting the Bond Rating. August], 2017 61 CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS ITEM#67263 Councilman Moss requested a status update on 4? Street. $250,000 was appropriated as part of the CIP but no authorization to do any work beyond that amount. August 1, 2017 62 CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS ITEM#67264 Councilman Moss advised the Cato Institute published an informative article and assessment of the Federal Flooding Program and encouraged City Council and Staff to read this. The Program is upfar re-authorization at the end of September. August 1, 2017 63 CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS ITEM#67265 Councilman Moss requested an update on the more `family friendly leave" Human Resources is reviewing and which was mentioned during the Budget process. August 1, 2017 64 CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS ITEM#67266 Councilman Moss would like to know the amount of tax expenditure made in the ViBe District since the implementation of the Special Tax Incentives. Councilman Moss also requested to receive the economic impact, in terms of growth, if the General Assembly asked for the authorization to apply the same incentives City-Wide. He believes the tax incentives should be applied city-wide and the result would be the city could gain a tremendous amount of growth. August 1, 2017 65 CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS ITEM#67267 Councilman Moss advised the Eastern Virginia Groundwater Management Study Report was released and went to Department of Environmental Quality. The 12'" recommendation of the Report asks for money from the General Assembly but, if not, then asks for the authority to levy a flat fee on every business and household to cover the expenses of the Staff to manage groundwater. Councilman Moss does not believe families need another flat fee and hopes there will be a better way. He also feels it will be interesting to see findings and learn who in the City are "big" groundwater users as he does not believe there are many. August 1, 2017 66 CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS ITEM#67268 Council Lady Henley acknowledged that Stormwater Management and Flooding is a major concern for all of the citizens, particularly in the Princess Anne District. This past June during her monthly Forum, she provided and discussed updates regarding the projects scheduled in the Princess Anne District; however, the discussions created more questions and she scheduled a special meeting to discuss specifically drainage and stormwater tomorrow evening, August 2s, 6:00 P.M., in Building 19. She has asked Public Works to give a presentation of the studies, as well as the specific projects in the Princess Anne District. She believes this will be a very informative meeting and appreciates Staff's willingness to assist. City Manager Hansen advised the presentation for Ashville Park was held last Tuesday and Sherwood Lakes is scheduled for August 8". Then, Windsor Woods/Plaza Lakes will be on August 22nd. Lastly, he will provide the quarterly update on Stormwater Vice Mayor Jones requested an update on the proposed Pungo Ridge Development and the impacts on Ashville Park and Sherwood Lakes. City Manager Hansen advised he is having a video of the presentation from last week's meeting regarding Ashville Park update and the proposed Pungo Ridge Development put together for him and is willing to have Staff answer any questions. August 1, 2017 67 CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS ITEM#67269 Council Lady Henley remembered that City Council had four (3) applications originally heard back in 2015 and one(1) in 2014 for various developments in the Transition Area that were deferred indefinitely. She requested the status of applications that are that old. Should they wish to move forward, would the developers have to re-apply and start the entire process? Kevin Kemp advised the developers would not have to go before the Planning Commission again; however, they would need to reach out to Planning Staff and come back before City Council. Council Lady Henley expressed concern regarding the applications being so old and the public input City Council would receive should they decide to bring the application forward for consideration. August 1, 2017 68 CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS ITEM#67270 Mayor Sessoms congratulated the School System for reaching 100%Accreditation. August 1, 2017 69 CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS ITEM#67271 Mayor Sessoms also advised he had the pleasure of participating in yesterday's Golf Tournament to benefit the Housing Resource Center, Virginia Beach Home Now, along with Councilman Davenport. Mayor Sessoms advised he, along with a few others, met with Fred Whyte, prior to his passing, and obtained a three (3)year commitment from Stihlfor the Housing Resource Center. The Golf Tournament raised approximately $100,000. Mayor Sessoms advised this is the hardest $1-Million he has tried to raise but believes they are about one-half way there. August 1, 2017 70 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REVIEW SESSION ITEM#67272 5:25 P.M. BY CONSENSUS, the following shall compose the Legislative CONSENT AGENDA: J. ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION 7. Ordinance to AMEND the City Code: a. §35-136 and§35-138 re meal taxes 2. Resolution to RE-NAME the "Adult Learning Center"to "Virginia Beach EMS" 3. Ordinances to ACCEPT,APPROPRIATE or TRANSFER: a. $595,077 from the Technology Trust Fund to the Clerk of the Circuit Court re technology needs and upgrades b. $ 16,500 to the Virginia Beach Development Authority and AUTHORIZE$16,500.00 in donations to: 1) Global Studies Academy at Tallwood High School 2)Entrepreneurship and Business Academy at Kempsville High School 3) Virginia Beach Growsmart Foundation c. $51,428.27 to the Department of Emergency Medical Services(EMS)and AUTHORIZE a required Fifty Percent(50%) TRANSFER of$25,715.00fbr local match d. $ 64,696 State funds to Human Services for Opioid Recovery Program e. $942,586 State funds to Human Services for Opioid Treatment f $ 75,000 State funds to Fire Department re Technical Rescue Team Mayor Sessoms advised he will be leaving the Formal Session at the conclusion of the Consent Agenda as he has a potential Conflict of Interest on City View II. Also, Mayor Sessoms will be leaving to attend a Funeral August 1, 2017 71 ITEM#67273 Mayor Sessoms 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: PERSONNEL MATTERS: Discussion, consideration of or interviews of prospective candidates for employment, assignment, appointment, promotion, performance, demotion, salaries, disciplining or resignation of specific public officers, appointees or employees pursuant to Section 2.2-3711(A)(1) Council Appointments: Council, Boards, Commissions, Committees, Authorities, Agencies and Appointees Appointee Retirement/Resignations August 1, 2017 72 ITEM#67273 (Continued) Upon motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilman Moss, City Council voted to proceed into CLOSED SESSION at 5:26 P.M. Voting: 7-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, M. Benjamin Davenport, Barbara M. Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, John D. Moss, Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr. and James L. Wood Council Members Absent: Robert M. Dyer IB Shannon DS Kane Out of City-Business John E. Uhrin Stepped Out Rosemary Wilson Out of City—Family Vacation (Closed Session 5:26 P.M. - 5:40 P.M.) (Break 5:40 P.M. - 5:59 P.M.) August 1, 2017 73 FORMAL SESSION VIRGINIA BEACH CITY COUNCIL August 1, 2017 6:00 P.M. Mayor Sessoms called to order the FORMAL SESSION of the VIRGINIA BEACH CITY COUNCIL in the City Council Chamber, City Hall, on Tuesday, August 1, 2017, at 6:00 P.M. Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, M. Benjamin Davenport, Barbara M. Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, John D. Moss, Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr., John E. Uhrin and James L. Wood Council Members Absent: Robert M. Dyer Ill Shannon DS Kane Out of City on Business Rosemary Wilson Out of City on family vacation INVOCATION: Father Anthony Mpungu Saint Mark's Catholic Church PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Mayor Sessoms DISCLOSED he is retired from Towne Bank (which has a corporate office located at 297 Constitution Drive in Virginia Beach), and no longer has any involvement in Towne Bank's transactions. However, due to the size of TowneBank and the volume of transactions it handles, Towne Bank has an interest in numerous matters in which he is not personally involved and of which he does not have personal knowledge. In that regard, he is always concerned about the appearance of impropriety that might arise if he unknowingly participates in a matter before City Council in which TowneBank has an interest. Mayor Sessoms also has similar concerns with respect to Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Town Realty, which is an affiliate of Towne Bank. In order to ensure his compliance with both the letter and spirit of the State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act (the "Act"), it is his practice to thoroughly review each City Council agenda to identyy any matters in which he might have an actual or potential conflict If during his review of an agenda, he identifies a matter in which he has a 'personal interest", as defined by the Act, he will either abstain from voting, or file the appropriate disclosure letter with the City Clerk to be included in the official records of City Council. Mayor Sessoms' letter of January 13, 2015, is hereby made a part of the record. August 1, 2017 74 Item—V-E CERTIFICATION ITEM#67274 Upon motion by Councilman Moss, seconded by Council Lady Abbott, 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: 8-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, M. Benjamin Davenport, Barbara M. Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, John D. Moss, Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr., John E. Uhrin and James L. Wood Council Members Absent: Robert M. Dyer Shannon DS Kane Rosemary Wilson August 1, 2017 at BEgCH 0S - i 0 g s 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#67273 Page 72 and in accordance with the provisions of The Virginia Freedom of Information Act; and, WHEREAS:Section 2.2-37/2 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 RESOLVED: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. %--C424""N-C —s-e--..----/ g Fraser, City Clerk August 1, 2017 75 Item -V-F MINUTES ITEM#67275 Upon motion by Councilman Uhrin, seconded by Council Lady Abbott, City Council APPROVED the MINUTES of the INFORMAL and FORMAL SESSIONS of July 11 and 18,2017. Voting: 8-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, M. Benjamin Davenport, Barbara M. Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, John D. Moss, Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr., John E. Uhrin and James L. Wood Council Members Absent: Robert M. Dyer Shannon DS Kane Rosemary Wilson August 1, 2017 76 ADOPT AGENDA FOR FORMAL SESSION ITEM#67176 BY CONSENSUS, City Council ADOPTED: AGENDA FOR THE FORMAL SESSION August 1, 2017 77 Item- V-H.I PUBLIC HEARING ITEM#67277 Vice Mayor Jones DECLARED A PUBLIC HEARING: PROPOSED INCENTIVE PAYMENTS From the Virginia Beach Development Authority to CityView Two, LLC. The following individuals registered to speak: Joe Belec, 605 Barberton Drive, Phone: 348-5543, spoke in OPPOSITION Judy White, 3772 Chancery Lane, Phone: 495-4736, spoke in OPPOSITION Karen Muszkiewiez, 1000 Fireside Lane, Phone: 424-5657, spoke in OPPOSITION Chris Stone, CBDA spoke in SUPPORT Yvonne Chord, 3536 Club House Road, Phone: 340-6829, spoke in OPPOSITION Duff Kliewer, 205 77"Street, Phone. 422-3402, spoke in FAVOR Kenneth Chord,III, 3536 Club House Road, Phone. 340-6829, spoke in OPPOSITION Diana Howard, 1057 Debaca Court, Phone: 567-9021, spoke in OPPOSITION Daniel Heatwole, 808 Newtown Road, Phone: 473-8575, spoke in SUPPORT Akhil Jain, 249 Central Park Avenue, Phone:213-4380, spoke in SUPPORT Andrew Heatwole, 808 Newtown Road, Phone: 473-8575, spoke in SUPPORT Ronald Ripley, 808 Newtown Road, Phone: 473-8575, spoke in SUPPORT Marlayne Castelluzzo, 5189 Stratford Chase, Phone: 735-1163, spoke in OPPOSITION Reid Greenman, spoke in OPPOSITION Debbie Pavan, spoke in OPPOSITION There being no speakers, Vice Mayor Jones CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING ***Mayor Sessoms left prior to the Public Hearing as he has a potential conflict August 1, 2017 78 Item- V-J ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION ITEM#67278 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Jones, seconded by Councilman Wood, City Council APPROVED, BY CONSENT:Agenda Items la,2 and 3a/b(I/2/3)/cld/e/f Voting: 8-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, M. Benjamin Davenport, Barbara M. Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, John D. Moss, Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr., John E. Uhrin and James L. Wood Council Members Absent: Robert Al. Dyer Shannon DS Kane Rosemary Wilson August 1, 2017 79 Item -V-Ela ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION ITEM#67279 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Jones, seconded by Councilman Wood, City Council ADOPTED, BY CONSENT, Ordinance to AMEND the City Code: a. §35-136 and§35-138 re meal taxes Voting: 8-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, M. Benjamin Davenport, Barbara M. Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, John D. Moss, Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr., John E. Uhrin and James L. Wood Council Members Absent: Robert M. Dyer Shannon DS Kane Rosemary Wilson August 1, 2017 1 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTIONS 35-136 2 AND 35-138 OF THE CITY CODE PERTAINING TO 3 MEALS TAXES 4 5 Sections Amended: §§ 35-136 and 35-138 6 7 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA 8 BEACH, VIRGINIA: 9 10 That Sections 35-136 and 35-138 are hereby amended to the Code of the City of 11 Virginia Beach, Virginia to read as follows: 12 13 Sec. 35-136. - Definitions. 14 15 Except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning, the following 16 words and phrases, when used in this article, shall, for the purpose of this article, have 17 the meanings ascribed to them in this section: 18 19 Cater means the furnishing of food, beverages, or both on the premises of 20 another, for compensation. 21 22 City treasurer means the treasurer of the city and any of his duly authorized 23 deputies, assistants or other employees. 24 25 Commissioner of the revenue means the commissioner of the revenue of the 26 city and any of his duly authorized deputies, assistants or other employees. 27 28 Food means all food, beverages or both, including alcoholic beverages, 29 purchased in or from a food establishment, whether prepared in such food 30 establishment or not, and whether consumed on the premises or not, and without 31 regard to the manner, time, or place of service. 32 33 Food establishment means any place in or from which food or food products are 34 prepared, packaged, sold or distributed in the city, including, but not limited to, any 35 restaurant, dining room, grill, coffee shop, cafeteria, café, snack bar, lunch counter, 36 movie theater, delicatessen, confectionery, bakery, eating house, eatery, drugstore, 37 ice cream or yogurt shop, lunch wagon or truck, pushcart or other mobile facility from 38 which food is sold, public or private club, resort, bar, brewery, winery, distiller, lounge, 39 or other similar establishment, public or private. The term "food establishment" shall 40 include private property outside of and contiguous to a building or structure operated 41 as a food establishment at which food is sold for immediate consumption. A grocery 42 store or similar establishment may be included in the definition of "food establishment" 43 subiect to the application of section 35-138(c). 44 45 Meal means any prepared food or beverages, ready for immediate 46 consumption, offered or held out for sale by a food establishment. All such food or 47 beverages, unless otherwise specifically exempted or excluded herein shall be 48 included, whether intended to be consumed on the seller's premises or elsewhere, 49 whether designated as breakfast, lunch, snack, dinner, supper or by some other 50 name, and without regard to the manner, time or place of service. 51 52 Person means: 53 54 (a) Where the food establishment is a corporation, the president or managing 55 agent of such corporation. 56 57 (b) Where the food establishment is an unincorporated partnership or 58 association, the general partner, partners, or managing agent of such 59 unincorporated partnership or association. 60 61 (c) Where the food establishment is a sole proprietorship, the owner or 62 managing agent of such sole proprietorship. 63 64 65 66 Sec. 35-138. - Exemptions; limits on application. 67 68 (a) The tax imposed under this article shall not be levied on candy, gum, nuts, and 69 other items of essentially the same nature served for on- or off-premises consumption. 70 71 (b) The tax imposed under this article shall not be levied on the following items when 72 served exclusively for off-premises consumption: 73 74 (1) Donuts, crackers, chips, cookies, and other factory-prepackaged items of 75 essentially the same nature. Such items that are not factory-prepackaged are 76 subiect to the tax imposed under this article provided the items are not sold in 77 quantities that are exempted by subsection (b)(2). 78 79 (2) Food sold in bulk. For the purposes of this article, a bulk sale shall mean the 80 sale of any item that would exceed the normal, customary, and usual portion 81 sold for on-premises consumption (e.g., a whole cake or a gallon of ice cream); 82 a bulk sale shall not include any food or beverage that is catered or delivered 83 by a food establishment for off-premises consumption. 84 85 (3) Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages sold in factory-sealed containers. 86 87 (4) Any food or food product purchased with food coupons issued by the United 88 States Department of Agriculture under the Food Stamp Program or drafts 89 issued through the Virginia Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, 90 Infants, and Children. 91 92 (5) Any food or food product purchased for home consumption, as defined in 93 the federal Food Stamp Act of 1977, 7 U.S.C. § 2012, as amended, except hot 94 food or hot food products ready for immediate consumption. The following 95 items, whether or not purchased for immediate consumption, are excluded from 96 the federal Food Stamp Act definition and are thus subject to the tax imposed 97 under this article: sandwiches, salad bar items sold from a salad bar, 98 prepackaged single-serving salads consisting primarily of an assortment of 99 vegetables, and nonfactory-sealed beverages. This subsection shall not affect 100 provisions set forth in subparagraphs (d)(3), (4) and (5) herein below. 101 102 (c) A grocery store, supermarket, or convenience store shall be subiect to the tax 103 imposed under this article for prepackaged sandwiches and wraps, salad bar items 104 sold from a salad bar, prepackaged single-serving salads consisting primarily of an 105 assortment of vegetables, non-factory-sealed beverages, pizza slices, and non- 106 factory-prepackaged items included in subsection (b)(1_)_not bo cubject to the tax - 109 110 (d) The tax imposed under this article shall not be levied on the following purchases of 111 food and beverages: 112 113 (1) Food and beverages furnished by restaurants (or other food establishments) 114 to employees as part of their compensation when no charge is made to the 115 employee. 116 117 (2) Food and beverages sold by a day care center, public or private elementary 118 or secondary school, or any college or university to its students or employees. 119 120 (3) Food and beverages purchased for use or consumption by, and which are 121 paid for directly by, the commonwealth, any political subdivision of the 122 commonwealth, or the United States. 123 124 (4) Food and beverages furnished by a hospital, medical clinic, convalescent 125 home, nursing home, home for the aged, infirm or handicapped, or other 126 extended care facility to patients or residents thereof. 127 128 (5) Food and beverages furnished by a nonprofit charitable organization to 129 elderly, infirm, handicapped, or needy persons in their homes or at central 130 locations. 131 132 (6) Food and beverages sold on an occasional basis, not exceeding three (3) 133 times per calendar year, by a nonprofit educational, charitable, or benevolent 134 organization, church, or religious body as a fund-raising activity, the gross 135 proceeds of which are to be used by such organization exclusively for non-profit 136 educational, charitable, benevolent, or religious purposes. 137 138 (7) Food and beverages sold through vending machines. 139 140 (8) Other food and beverages exempted by Section 58.1-3840 of the Code of 141 Virginia. Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the 1st day of August , 2017. APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: Phillip J. Kellam'', Danaa�Fl r - er Commissioner of -evenue City Attorney's Office CA14102 R-1 July 18, 2017 80 Item -V-L2 ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION ITEM#67280 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Jones, seconded by Councilman Wood, City Council ADOPTED, BY CONSENT,Resolution to RE-NAME the `Adult Learning Center"to "Virginia Beach EMS" Voting: 8-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, M. Benjamin Davenport, Barbara M. Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, John D. Moss, Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr., John K Uhrin and James L. Wood Council Members Absent: Robert M. Dyer Shannon DS Kane Rosemary Wilson August 1, 2017 1 A RESOLUTION TO RE-NAME THE CITY BUILDING 2 LOCATED AT 4160 VIRGINIA BEACH BLVD FROM 3 "THE ADULT LEARNING CENTER" TO "VIRGINIA 4 BEACH EMS" 5 6 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, 7 VIRGINIA: 8 9 That the City Council approves the change in name for the City building located 10 at 4160 Virginia Beach Blvd from "The Adult Learning Center" to "Virginia Beach EMS." Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia on the 17 ch day of August 2017. APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: David Bradley Dana eyer Budget and Management Services City Attorney's Office CA14099 R-1 July 12, 2017 81 Item -V-L3a ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION ITEM#6 7281 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Jones, seconded by Councilman Wood, City Council ADOPTED, BY CONSENT, Ordinance to APPROPRIATE:: a. $595,077 from the Technology Trust Fund to the Clerk of the Circuit Court re technology needs and upgrades Voting: 8-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, M. Benjamin Davenport, Barbara M. Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, John D. Moss, Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr., John E. Uhrin and James L. Wood Council Members Absent: Robert M. Dyer Shannon DS Kane Rosemary Wilson August 1, 2017 1 AN ORDINANCE TO APPROPRIATE $595,077 TO 2 THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR 3 TECHNOLOGY NEEDS 4 5 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, 6 VIRGINIA: 7 8 That $595,077 is hereby appropriated, with revenues increased accordingly, from 9 the fund balance of the Technology Trust Fund, to the FY 2017-18 Operating Budget of the 10 Clerk of the Circuit Court to support technological-related needs and upgrades. Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia on the 1st day of August 2017. Requires an affirmative vote by a majority of all of the members of City Council. APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: c n LJ 1( kI David Bradley I - .- m-yer Budget and Management Servic s City orney's Office CA14101 R-1 July 17, 2017 82 Item -1/-L3b(I/2/3) ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION ITEM#67282 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Jones, seconded by Councilman Wood, City Council ADOPTED, BY CONSENT, Ordinance to ACCEPT and APPROPRIATE: b. $ 16,500 to the Virginia Beach Development Authority and AUTHORIZE $16,500.00 in donations to: I) Global Studies Academy at Tallwood High School 2)Entrepreneurship and Business Academy at Kempsville High School 3) Virginia Beach Growsmart Foundation Voting: 8-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, M. Benjamin Davenport, Barbara M Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, John D. Moss, Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr., John E. Uhrin and James L. Wood Council Members Absent: Robert M. Dyer Shannon DS Kane Rosemary Wilson August 1, 2017 1 AN ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT AND APPROPRIATE 2 FUNDS FROM THE TENTH ANNUAL VIRGINIA 3 BEACH BUSINESS APPRECIATION CHARITY GOLF 4 CLASSIC AND NETWORKING RECEPTION AND TO 5 AUTHORIZE THREE DONATIONS 6 7 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, 8 VIRGINIA, THAT: 9 10 1. $16,500 is hereby accepted from the Virginia Beach Development Authority 11 and appropriated, with donation revenue increased accordingly, to the FY 12 2017-18 Operating Budget of the Department of Economic Development. 13 14 2. Three donations, each of $5,500, are hereby authorized for the following 15 activities and organizations: the Global Studies Academy at Tallwood High 16 School; the Entrepreneurship and Business Academy at Kempsville High 17 School; and the Virginia Beach Growsmart Foundation. 18 Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia on the 1st day of August , 2017. Requires an affirmative vote by a majority of all of the members of City Council. APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: David Bradley --\L-1)4 Budget and Management Services City Attorney's Office CA14100 R-1 July 12, 2017 83 Item-V-1.3c ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION ITEM#67283 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Jones, seconded by Councilman Wood, City Council ADOPTED, BY CONSENT, Ordinance to ACCEPT and APPROPRIATE: c. $ 51,428.27 to the Department of Emergency Medical Services(EMS)and AUTHORIZE a required Fifty Percent(50%) TRANSFER of$25,715.00 for local match Voting: 8-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, M. Benjamin Davenport, Barbara M. Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, John D. Moss, Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr., John E. Uhrin and James L. Wood Council Members Absent: Robert M. Dyer Shannon DS Kane Rosemary Wilson August 1, 2017 1 AN ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT AND APPROPRIATE GRANT 2 FUNDS TO THE DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL 3 SERVICES AND TO AUTHORIZE A TRANSFER FOR A 4 LOCAL MATCH 5 6 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, 7 VIRGINIA THAT: 8 9 1. $25,715 is hereby accepted from the Virginia Department of Health, Office of 10 Emergency Medical Services Four-for-Life Training Program, and appropriated,with 11 estimated state revenues increased accordingly, to the FY 2017-18 Operating 12 Budget of the Department of Emergency Medical Services for training equipment; 13 and 14 15 2. $25,715 is hereby transferred from the General Fund Reserve for Contingencies to 16 the FY 2017-18 Operating Budget of the Department of Emergency Medical 17 Services as the required local grant match. nuAdoptedbythe Council ofthe City ofVirginia Beach, Virginia onthe 1st day ust of 2017. Requires an affirmative vote by a majority of all of the members of City Council. APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: David Bradley I Dana Harm: ,e Budget and Management Services City Attorney's Office CA14110 R-1 July 19, 2017 84 Item -V-7.3d ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION ITEM#67284 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Jones, seconded by Councilman Wood, City Council ADOPTED, BY CONSENT, Ordinance to ACCEPT and APPROPRIATE: d. $ 64,696 State funds to Human Services for Opioid Recovery Program Voting: 8-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, At Benjamin Davenport, Barbara M Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, John D. Moss, Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr., John K Uhrin and James L. Wood Council Members Absent: Robert M. Dyer Shannon DS Kane Rosemary Wilson August 1, 2017 1 AN ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT AND TO APPROPRIATE 2 FUNDS FOR A REGIONAL OPIOID RECOVERY PROJECT 3 4 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, 5 VIRGINIA THAT: 6 7 $64,696 is hereby accepted and appropriated, with federal revenue increased 8 accordingly, to the FY17-18 Operating Budget of the Department of Human Services to 9 provide peer support to individuals in various stages of recovery from opioid addiction. Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia on the 1st day of August 2017. Requires an affirmative vote by a majority of all of the members of City Council. APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: -/ ,'IVAso 1h�, ^'\ , David Bradley ar eyer Budget & Management Services City Attorney's Office CA14109 R-1 July 19, 2017 85 Item -V-L3e ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION ITEM#67285 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Jones, seconded by Councilman Wood, City Council ADOPTED, BY CONSENT, Ordinance to ACCEPT and APPROPRIATE: e. $942,586 State funds to Human Services for Opioid Treatment Voting: 8-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, M. Benjamin Davenport, Barbara M Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, John D. Moss, Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr., John E. Uhrin and James L. Wood Council Members Absent: Robert M. Dyer Shannon DS Kane Rosemary Wilson August 1, 2017 1 AN ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT AND TO APPROPRIATE 2 FUNDS FOR OPIOID TREATMENT 3 4 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, 5 VIRGINIA THAT: 6 7 $942,586 in one-time, federal pass-through funding is hereby accepted and 8 appropriated, with federal revenues increased accordingly, to the FY17-18 Operating 9 Budget of the Department of Human Services to assist individuals with opioid addiction 10 in beginning medically-assisted treatment and removing barriers to their sustained 11 recovery. Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia on the 1st day of August 2017. Requires an affirmative vote by a majority of all of the members of City Council. APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: l� An v1 David Bradley \ man- T eyer Budget & Management Services City Attorney's Office CA14108 R-1 July 19, 2017 86 Item -V-1.3f ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION ITEM#67286 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Jones, seconded by Councilman Wood, Cu); Council ADOPTED, BY CONSENT, Ordinance to ACCEPT and APPROPRIATE: f. $ 75,000 State funds to Fire Department re Technical Rescue Team Voting: 8-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, M. Benjamin Davenport, Barbara M. Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R.Jones; John D. Moss, Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr., John E. Uhrin and James L. Wood Council Members Absent: Robert M. Dyer Shannon DS Kane Rosemary Wilson August 1, 2017 1 AN ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT AND APPROPRIATE 2 FUNDS FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT'S 3 TECHNICAL RESCUE TEAM 4 5 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, 6 VIRGINIA: 7 8 That $75,000 is hereby accepted from the U.S. Department of Homeland 9 Security, by way of the Virginia Department of Emergency Management, and 10 appropriated, with federal revenue increased accordingly, to the FY 2017-18 Operating 11 Budget of the Fire Department for the purchase of equipment for the Tactical Response 12 Team. Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia on the 1st day of August , 2017. Requires an affirmative vote by a majority of all of the members of City Council. Ay/PPP'ROVEDAS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: GA David Bradley Dana-14 Budget and Management Services City Attorney's Office CA14107 R-1 July 19, 2017 87 ITEM V-J APPOINTMENTS ITEM#67287 BY CONSENSUS, City Council RESCHEDULED the following APPOINTMENTS: BEACHES and WATERWAYS ADVISORY COMMISSION COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION GRANT(COG)REVIEW AND ALLOCATION COMMITTEE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION IN VESTIGAHONREVIEW PANEL PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PROCESS IMPROVEMENT STEERING COMMITTEE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD RESORT ADVISORY COMMISSION TOWING ADVISORY BOARD VIRGINIA BEACH COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION— VBCDC August 1, 2017 88 ITEM V-J APPOINTMENTS ITEM#67288 Upon NOMINATION by Council Lady Henley, City Council REAPPOINTED: NONYABRAJANO BRIAN DEWAN Three year term 09/01/2017— 08/31/2020 INVESTIGATIVE REVIEW PANEL Voting: 7-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, M. Benjamin Davenport, Barbara M. Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, John D. Moss, John E. Uhrin and James L. Wood Council Members Absent: RobertM Dyer Shannon DS Kane Mayor William D. Sessoms,Jr. Rosemary Wilson August 1, 2017 89 ITEM V-J APPOINTMENTS ITEM#67289 Upon NOMINATION by Council Lady Henley, City Council CONFIRMED: CARLA BAILEY LINDA BRIGHT Confirmed appointment thru 05/31/2018 MINORITY BUSINESS COUNCIL Voting: 7-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, M. Benjamin Davenport, Barbara M. Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, John D. Moss, John E. Uhrin and James L. Wood Council Members Absent: Robert M. Dyer Shannon DS Kane Mayor William D. Sessoms,Jr. Rosemary Wilson August 1, 2017 90 ITEM V-J APPOINTMENTS ITEM#67290 Upon NOMINATION by Council Lady Henley, City Council REAPPOINTED: CHERYL SAVAGE GUY TOWER Three year term 09/01/2017—08/31/2020 PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD Voting: 7-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, AL Benjamin Davenport, Barbara M. Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, John D. Moss, John E. Uhrin and James L. Wood Council Members Absent: Robert M Dyer Shannon DS Kane Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr. Rosemary Wilson August 1, 2017 91 ITEM V-J APPOINTMENTS ITEM#67291 Upon NOMINATION by Council Lady Henley, City Council APPOINTED: KEITH IRELAND Unexpired term thru 05/31/2018 Plus three years thru 05/31/2021 TOWING ADVISORY BOARD Voting: 7-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, M. Benjamin Davenport, Barbara M. Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, John D. Moss, John E. Uhrin and James L. Wood Council Members Absent: Robert M. Dyer Shannon DS Kane Mayor William D. Sessoms,Jr. Rosemary Wilson August 1, 2017 92 ITEM V-J APPOINTMENTS ITEM#67292 Upon NOMINATION by Council Lady Henley, City Council APPOINTED: ROBERT MAGOON Four year term 08/01/2017—07/31/2021 2040 VISION TO ACTION COMMUNITY COALITION Voting: 7-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, M. Benjamin Davenport, Barbara M. Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, John D. Moss, John E. Uhrin and James L. Wood Council Members Absent: Robert M Dyer Shannon DS Kane Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr. Rosemary Wilson August 1, 2017 93 Item—V-M ADJOURNMENT ITEM#67293 Vice Mayor Louis R.Jones DECLARED the City Council Meeting ADJOURNED at 6:45 P.M. 11 11 Amanda Finley-Barne , MC Louis R. Jones Chief Deputy City Clerk Vice Mayor i 'uth Hodges raser,MMC William D. Sessoms,Jr. City Clerk Mayor City of Virginia Beach Virginia August 1, 2017 94 OPEN DIALOGUE Ben Gross, 201 53ii Street, Phone. 647-4483, requested help to make the City "great again" by further investigating the conflict of interest of Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr., and open the City for the "right kind of business" to help the citizens. Also, he would like to see the current elected Sheriff and his relationship with others in the criminal justice system and improve the dangerous roads throughout the City. Lastly, he would like the City to consider changing its name to the "City of Princess Anne". Reid Greenmun feels the core problem is the seemingly push to "urbanize" the City and yet the Government has not asked the citizens if that is, in fact, what they want. The General Assembly requires the City to put a Referendum on the Ballot if they wish to issue General Revenue Bonds in excess of$10- Million and yet the City is working around that requirement with tax incentives promised to projects. Mr. Greenmun suggests that City Council begin putting all "big ticket projects" on the Ballot and get citizen input prior to City Council voting and taking action. ADJOURNED AT 6:50 P.M. August 1, 2017