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Home My WebLink AboutFEBRUARY 15, 2011 MINUTES WORKSHOPCITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH "COMMUNITY FOR A LIFETIME" CITY COUNCIL MAYOR WILL/AM D. SESSOMS, JR., At-Large VICE' MAYOR LOUIS R. JONES, Bayside -District 4 RITA SWEET BELLITTO, At-Large GLENN R. DAV/S, Rose Hall -District 3 WILLIAM R. DeSTF.PH, At-Large HARRY E. DIEZEL, Kempsville -District 2 ROBERT M. DYER„ Centerville -District 1 BARBARA M HENLEY, Princess Anne -District 7 JOHN E. UHRIN, Beach -District 6 ROSEMARY WILSON, At-Large JAMES /,. WOOD, /,ynnhaven -District 5 CITY COUNCIL APPOINTEES CITY MANAGER - JAMF,S K. SPORE C/IY ATTORNEY - MARK D. STILES ClTYASSESSOR - JERALD D. BANAGAN CITY AUDITOR - l,YNDON S. RF,MIAS CITY CLERK - RUTH HODGL'S ERASER, MMC CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDA 15 FEBRUARY 2011 I. CITY COUNCIL BRIEFING -Conference Room - A. SCHOOL BOARD PRESENTATION Daniel D. Edwards, Chairman William J. Brunke, IV, Vice-Chairman II. CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS A. PLANNING ITEMS PENDING Jack Whitney, Director -Planning CITY HALL BUILDING 240/ COURTHOUSE DRIVE VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA 23456-8005 PHONE: (757) 385-4303 FAX (757) 385-5669 E- MAIL: ctycncl@vbgov.com 4:00 PM B. MARKET SALARY SURVEY RESULTS Regina Hilliard, Director -Human Resources Department -1- MINUTES VIRGINIA BEACH CITY COUNCIL Virginia Beach, Virginia February I5, 20I1 Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr., called to order the CITY COUNCIL'S BRIEFING and the SCHOOL BOARD's PRESENTATION in the City Council Conference Room, Tuesday, February 15, 2011, at 4: DO P.M. Council Members Present: Rita Sweet Bellitto, Glenn R. Davis, Harry E. Diezel, Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M. Henley, Vice Mayor Louis R. Jones, Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr., John E. Uhrin, Rosemary Wilson and James L. Wood Council Members Absent: William R. "Bill " DeSteph [Out of the City attending a Conference) Virginia Beach City School Board Members Present: Chairman Daniel D. Edwards, Vice Chairman William J. Brunke, IV and Ashley K. McLeod February I5, 2011 -2- CITY COUNCIL `S BRIEFING SCHOOL BOARD PRESENTATION 4:00 P.M. Chairman Dan Edwards, Virginia Beach School Board, provided information re budgetary questions of the City Council. The School Board Budget will be presented to City Council the middle of next month. Chairman Edwards requested Vice Chair William J. Brunke, IV, provide information re revenues (particular local and state) and the interaction between state and local funds. Vice Chair Brunke hoped, through his presentation, there would be a better understanding of some of the School's Revenue sources. The first `pie chart" represented $789-Million of School funds ($639-Million of the Schools' Operating Budget is included). The Capital Improvement Program is not included. The Operating Budget is funded primarily from federal, state and local dollars. Every component of the revenue stream is contained within the Operating Budget. The School's Operating Budget has categorical grants, which represents $82-Million. These dollars are primarily federal. These Categorical Grants are separated from other funds by law and are generally designated for specific purposes and their uses are restricted to that purpose. Also, included in this chart, are other funds. There are $67-Million of other funds in this chart. The source of those funds runs the gamut of federal, state and local including items such as Athletic School, Service Operations, Instructional Technology, School Equipment, School Vending and Textbooks. Included in this are $25-Million "Stimulus Funds ". This does not include $14- Million in Job Funds, which has not been appropriated. Virginia Beach School Budget -All Funds ZU1U February 1 S, 2011 -3- CITY COUNCIL `S BRIEFING SCHOOL BOARD PRESENTATION (Continued) Composite Index of Local Ability to Pay J+DhA Cartponcrrt - Logl irve ~+dlue of Prooertv Local Adjusted Gross hcome L7cal Ta~'able Retail Sales Local AD,A Local ADM Local ADM Slate Trve Value of Property State Aciu~ed Gross hwme cram Taxahle Retail Sales Slate AUo1 State ADM State ADM Population Component = I-°9°I I+~v~ed ~" hoomc Lical Tarmbla ncmil Gales Local I nle Value of F'IRRerty Local Population Local Population Local Population g + .4 +.1 . 31e1e-ire VaWe tf PwNeily 57ate AtlJusoetl Gass htome Sl~le TareLle F§eleil 8ale~ State Popul~ian Stet Population State Population Local Composite Index = f[.6667 x ADM Component) + (.3333 x P opulation Component)) x O.d5 (average local share) Virginia Beach Schools -Local Composite Index VB - LCI History o ,,. - ~t ~~ ~r-~ .. ss~ ~;.: ,. ~1 s ~~ 35q - .:w , ._ r. ~,'~ .. .: ` 1. F 25% - .. .... _ .. . .__- __ . - - -___. 2000 - 2002 - 2004 - 2006 - 2008 - 2010 - ~I 2002 2004 2006 2008 2010 2012 ~ Local Portion State Portion 2010/12 LCI Regional Comparison Virginia Beach .4060 Isle of Wight .3926 Chesapeake .3465 Suffolk .3432 Norfolk .3004 Portsmouth .2497 The current Composite Index 2010-2012 is based upon 2007 economic and student data. The most recent adjustment for the 2010-2012 cycle for Virginia Beach was an update of 3.02%. This Local Composite Index calculates the locality's ability to pay. February 1 S, 2011 -4- CITY COUNCIL `S BRIEFING SCHOOL BOARD PRESENTATION (Continued) Local Funds Cost of Operations Per Pupil Un-Weighted $6,000 - $5,000 $4,000 __ $3,000 $2,000 ~ ~ . ~ - ~ Y t Y L N Y L ~ ~ ~ U 00 n ~ O ° ~ m ~ z E "' ~ a' ~ t' 'c v L ~ ~ 'pD f0 v _ = ci-, Weighted to State Avg. By LCI $6,000 $5,000 $4,000 ,. ' _. $3,000 $2,000 ~ p~ Y t Y L .. 41 _ ~ O O O ~ ~ Q ~ O m z o L W ~ ~' ~ m fO 'c ' a v U - ~ ~ ~ ~ N Dr. Daniel D. Edwards, Chair -Virginia Beach School Board, explained basically six (6) major items occurring during the last twelve (12) years and how this has impacted the School staffing: Virginia Beach School Changes: 1998 - 2010 -1999: Gifted Program SOL Testing & Federal Mandates -Academies: Focused Instruction -Technology Integration Four New Schools Opened -Efficiencies & Compass to 2015 February 1 S, 2011 -5- CITY COUNCIL `S BRIEFING SCHOOL BOARD PRESENTATION (Continued) Virginia Beach School Changes: 1998 - 2010 -1999: Gifted Program * Old Donation Center for Grades 2 - 5 =Full Time Gifted Elementary School Established * Neighborhood School Gifted Resource Teachers • Gifted Resources made available to all gifted students 24~ New Positions Virginia Beach School Changes: 1998 - 2010 SOL Testing & Federal Mandates * SOLTesting Initiated by Commonwealth * School Accreditation Basis Shifts to State * No Child Left Behind -New Federal Mandate ... the impact ... Data Technicians & Specialists Remediation & School Improvement Specialists .~36 Positions February 1 S, 2011 -6- CITY COUNCIL `S BRIEFING SCHOOL BOARD PRESENTATION (Continued) Virginia Beach School Changes: 1998 - 2010 Academies: Instruction for Twenty-first Century 8 New Programs • Legal • Health Sciences • Technology • Global Studies • Middle Years IB .Visual & Performing Arts • Elem. Math/Science .Elem. Language Immersion 41 Positions Virginia Beach School Changes: 1998 - 2010 Technology Integration for 21St Century * SOL • Technology now a component of student achievement • New SOL's with technology • SOL tests are online * Staff support required • Content: catch-up and ongoing • Methods: catch-up and ongoing 102 Positions February I5, 2011 - 7- CITY COUNCIL `S BRIEFING SCHOOL BOARD PRESENTATION (Continued) Virginia Beach School Changes: 1998-2010 Four New Schools opened: • New Castle Elem • Three Oaks Elem • Landstown High • Diamond Springs -Two schools closed: • Bayside Middle 6t'' Grade Campus • Plaza Elementary 111- 41= 70 Positions Virginia Beach School Changes: 1998 - 2010 Efficiencies & Compass to 2015 * Central staff positions - 43 * Program terminations * Bus replacement cycle extended * Health care & OT eligibility tightened * Energy savings Compass to 2015: 21St century focus with a huge impact at virtually no additional cost February 1 S, 2011 -8- CITY COUNCIL `S BRIEFING SCHOOL BOARD PRESENTATION (Continued) Bridge from FY 2011 to FY 2012 Biennial Budget: Commonwealth & City Policy * 2012 School Budget balanced in April 2010 based on: • 2012 City estimates of local revenues • State appropriations in 2010-2012 biennial budget * Next year's cuts & reversion allocations presented to City Council in April 2010 How did we faalance ?? Bridge from FY 2011 to FY 2012 Designation of FY2009 &. 2010 Reversion Funds • Operating Budget •Textbook 8t Technology Major staff reductions: From this year (2011) to next year (2012) 324 Positions • Increases in class sizes 270 positions • Eliminate some classes 54 positions ~ Budgeted staff reductions reduced in today's Superintendents Estimates with Federal "Jobs Program" funds: 324 reduced to 209 Class size increase reduced 270 to 215 Class eliminations reduced 54 to 24 Total reduction 324 to239 Increased enrollment plus up +30 Net Reduction 209 February 1 S, 2011 -9- CITY COUNCIL `S BRIEFING SCHOOL BOARD PRESENTATION (Continued) Rea I ity ~ Reducing 209 positions better than 324, but: * Classes larger and with some eliminations * Staff reductions will have to be managed • Attrition augmented by Retirement Incentive • Matching remaining positions with staff • Non-renewal letters going out this week Reality - All of this is based on allocation of local funds and on the current Revenue Sharing Formula - If Virginia Beach reduces local support for Schools as the State LCI calls for .... - Board will sustain mandated minimums, but - Will have to dismantle discretionary programs .... Frankly the things that make Virginia Beach Schools "Virginia Beach" are: • Gifted •Academies •Athletics February 1 S, 2011 -10- CITY MANAGER `S BRIEFING PLANNING ITEMS PENDING 4:38 P.M. Jack Whitney, Director -Planning, gave a brief synopsis of the Planning Items pending for the March 8 and March 22, 2011, City Council Sessions. The themes for today are "workforce" and "wildlife ". March 8, 2011 BEACON TOWERS and A T & T MOBILITY Conditional Use Permit Beach District The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to construct and operate a 130 foot monopole communications tower No existing towers were available that met the needs and could fill a gap in coverage The tower will accommodate the applicant and three additional users Evaluation and Recommendation Planning Staff recommended approval Planning Commission recommended approval (11-0) There was no opposition NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC Conditional Use Permit Centerville District The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to replace an existing high school stadium light pole with a 154 foot communications tower with lighting rod The applicant worked with the School administration on this location No existing towers were available that met the needs and could fill a gap in coverage The existing stadium lights will be relocated to the tower The tower will accommodate the applicant and one additional user Evaluation and Recommendation Planning Staff recommended approval Planning Commission recommended approval (11-0) There was opposition February I5, 2011 -I1 - CITY MANAGER `S BRIEFING PLANNING ITEMS PENDING (Continued) 7-ELEVEN, Inc. Modification of a Conditional Change of Zoning Princess Anne District The applicant requests a Modification of a Conditional Change of Zoning approved by City Council on June 8, 2004. The Modification is to AMEND the Proffer Agreement to allow development of a 7- Eleven convenience store, strip retail center and gasoline pumps on an outparcel of Courthouse Marketplace. The site is currently approved for the development of a Wawa convenience store. Evaluation and Recommendation Planning Staff recommended approval Planning Commission recommended approval (11-0) There was no opposition SOLO INDUSTRIES, LLC Conditional Use Permit Princess Anne District The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to allow an online firearm sales business in his home. The applicant will be the sole employee and will sell, via the Internet, firearms and accessories. There will be no customers visiting the site. The applicant will conduct online transactions primarily during the evening and on weekends. The applicant will obtain a Federal Firearms License through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearm and Explosives to conduct business. Evaluation and Recommendation Planning Staff recommended approval Planning Commission recommended approval (9-2) There was no opposition February I5, 2011 -12- CITY MANAGER `S BRIEFING PLANNING ITEMS PENDING (Continued) STAIN STUDIOS, LLC Conditional Use Permit Kempsville District The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit for a tattoo and body piercing studio. The applicant will lease approximately 2,100 square feet in a strip center. The operation will consist of two (2) Receptionists, eight Tattoo Artists and one Piercer. The hours of operation will be 10: 00 A.M. until 10:00 P.M., seven (7) days a week. Services are provided to adults 18 years of age or older. Evaluation and Recommendation This Planning Staff recommended approval Planning Commission recommended approval (6-S) There was no opposition VIRGINIA BEACH FREEWILL BAPTIST CHURCH Modification of a Conditional Use Permit for a Church expansion Kempsville District The applicant is requesting Modification of a Conditional Use Permit for a church expansion approved by City Council on October 14, 1998. The church addition is compatible in design and materials to the existing structure. The addition is for youth activities and will not impact parking. This request is consistent with land use principles of the Comprehensive Plan. Evaluation and Recommendation This Planning Staff recommended approval Planning Commission recommended approval (11-0) There was no opposition February 15, 2011 -13- CITY MANAGER `S BRIEFING PLANNING ITEMS PENDING (Continued) LEGACYDEVELOPMENT, LLC Conditional Change of Zoning Lynnhaven District The applicant is requesting a Conditional Change of Zoning from A-24 to PD-H2 with an underlying A-12 to allow a 13-unit single family residential condominium community. This site was previously approved on March 24, 2009, for 16-unit townhomes. This site incorporates some of the proffers from the original Proffer Agreement to reassure adjacent residential property owners. Evaluation and Recommendation This Planning Staff recommended approval Planning Commission recommended approval (11-0) There was no opposition GEO I, LLC Conditional Change of Zoning with a Workforce Housing Overlay (WF) Centerville District The applicant is requesting a Conditional Change of Zoning from R-10 to R-7.5 with a Workforce Housing Overlay (WF) The applicant proposes to develop approximately 9.4 acres with 42 single family dwelling units of which 7 units will be designated for Workforce Housing. This proposal meets the allowable 30% density increase. This proposal will set the tone for future Workforce Housing developments Evaluation and Recommendation This Planning Staff recommended approval Planning Commission recommended approval (11-0) There was no opposition February 1 S, 2011 -14- CITY MANAGER `S BRIEFING PLANNING ITEMS PENDING (Continued) STEPHEN J. & PAULA H. LAUKAITIS/MAXIM V. MIROVSKI & MARGARET Y. BAUMGARTEN Conditional Use Permit Lynnhaven District The applicants are requesting a Conditional Use Permit for a community boat dock to be shared by two adjacent property owners. The request will be limited to the two property owners' use. No commercial use will be permitted. The applicant is currently seeking approval through the Joint Permit Application (JPA) process. Evaluation and Recommendation Planning Staff recommended approval Planning Commission recommended approval (11-0) There was no opposition present at the Planning Commission City Council deferred 8/10/2010 in order for neighbors to resolve an issue. HARMONY INVESTMENTS. INC. Conditional Change of Zoning Kempsville District The applicants are requesting a Conditional Change of Zoning from I-1 to A-36 to develop the site with 224 multi family dwellings, parking, leasing off ce, clubhouse and pool. The plan is part of a proposed development which includes offices and a hotel. This proposal is for three four-story traditionally designed buildings arranged in a courtyard style. This proposal is within SGA 3 Newtown. The proposal is unchanged and has not been back to Planning Commission February 1 S, 2011 -15- CITY MANAGER `S BRIEFING PLANNING ITEMS PENDING (Continued) Evaluation and Recommendation Planning Staff recommended approval in 2009. Planning Commission recommended approval on March 11, 2009 (7-3) There was no opposition. City Council deferred March 24, 2009, to allow the applicant to participate in the Newtown SGA planning study. Recently adopted Newtown SGA Master Plan recommends off ce/flex. Staff comments will be updated. March 22, 2011 C & C DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, INC. Subdivide two (2) non-conforming duplex lots Lynnhaven District The applicants desire to subdivide two (2) non-conforming duplex lots that are deficient in lot width and area into three (3) single family lots. The proposed middle lot would not meet lot width or area and a variance is required. The subject area is a mixture of single family and duplexes, with the immediate area being predominantly single family. Evaluation and Recommendation Planning Staff recommended approval Planning Commission recommended approval (11-0) There was no opposition CITY MANAGER `S BRIEFING February 1 S, 2011 -16- PLANNING ITEMS PENDING (Co~ztinued) OCEAN BAY HOMES, INC. Conditional Change of Zoning Centerville District The applicant requests a Conditional Change of Zoning from B-2 to A-12 and a Floodplain Variance. The applicant proposes to consolidate three (3) parcels to develop thirty-two (32) townhomes in a condominium form of ownership. This property was conditionally rezoned in 1997 to B-2 with more encroachment than this proposal. This proposal would convey a preservation easement over the floodplain that exists on the site after development. Evaluation and Recommendation Planning Staff recommended approval Planning Commission recommended approval (11-0) There was opposition KROGER LIMITED PARTNERSHIP I Conditional Use Permit Bayside District A Conditional Use Permit for development of an automobile service station (fuel sales) is requested on a portion of an existing Kroger site. The Fuel Sales Center will be located on the existing parking lot and eliminate sixty four (64) parking spaces from the original 315 spaces. This retail use requires 237 parking spaces. Hours of operation will be from 6: 00 A.M. until I1: 00 P.M. seven days a week. One employee per shift will operate the Fuel Center from the kiosk on site. February I5, 2011 -17- CITY MANAGER `S BRIEFING PLANNING ITEMS PENDING (Continued) Evaluation and Recommendation Planning Staff recommended approval Planning Commission recommended approval (11-0) There was no opposition WILDLIFE RESPONSE. INC. Conditional Use Permit to develop a Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Princess Anne District The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to develop a Wildlife Rehabilitation Center on City owned property. This proposal will be master planned in three phases, beginning with renovation of the existing building for acaretaker/director residence. The second phase includes building a Medical Treatment Center and the final phase will be an Educational Center. This request was on hold to participate in the Interfacility Traffic Area and Vicinity study. This site is recognized as within the Interfacility Traffic Area and Vicinity Master Plan. Evaluation and Recommendation Planning Staff recommended approval Planning Commission recommended approval (11-0) There was no opposition February 1 S, 2011 -18- CITY MANAGER `S BRIEFING PLANNING ITEMS PENDING (Continued) ROBERT NELSONAND BARBARA N. GRAY T/A WEST LANDING MARINA Modification of a Conditional Use Permit Princess Anne District The applicant is requesting Modification of a Conditional Use Permit for a boat storage facility and commercial marina approved by City Council November 1997. The Modification is to the condition that limits the types of watercraft that can be launched into the North Landing River. Evaluation and Recommendation Planning Staff recommended denial of this request. Planning Commission recommended approval (10-1) There was no opposition to the request TAYLOR FARMS LAND CO , INC (Requested to be expedited from March Planning Commission) Conditional Use Permit Beach District The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit for a borrow pit. Access is requested from Dam Neck Road. The Reclamation Plan shows no future development around the borrow pit. Evaluation and Recommendation Staff has not completed their review of this proposal. The proposal will be heard by Planning Commission at their March Hearing. The applicant has requested that their proposal be expedited to City Council. February 1 S, 2011 -19- CITY MANAGER `S BRIEFING PLANNING ITEMS PENDING (Continued) RAYMOND L. GOTTLIEB (Appeal to City Manager) 105 50`'" Street Lynnhaven District This appeal will not be SCHEDULED for the Planning Commission. David Hansen, Deputy City Manager and other staff members have been working with this issue involving entrance and site plan considerations. Two (2) major issues: Private use of public right-of-way. Maximization of public parking within the public right-of-way Appeal of the City Manager's Decision regarding proposed entrance width for 105 SO'S' Street in accordance with Section 7.2 of the Site Plan Ordinance A Briefing will be provided by City staff prior to this issue appearing on City Council's Agenda. February 15, 2011 -20- CITY MANAGER `S BRIEFING MARKET SALARY SURVEY RESULTS S:OS P.M. The City Manager introduced Regina Hilliard, Director -Human Resources Department, to present the most recent Market Salary Survey conducted cooperatively with all the Cities in the Region. Mrs. Hilliard introduced Gil Forbes -Interim Staffing and Compensation Services Manager, and Michelle Dearborn -Business Applications Specialist. These personnel have been heavily involved in the Market Salary Survey process. Market Salary Surveys have always been conducted by Human Services; however, it was not until 1995, upon a total review of the City's Compensation system, a program was established re the method if implementing Market Salary Surveys. As most of the job applications were from the Hampton Roads area, it was decided to utilize the surrounding cities of Norfolk, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Hampton and Newport News as the "market ". As close to `half of the City employees were at their pay range maximum, it was also decided that the comparison point for the Monthly Salary Surveys would be the maximum of the pay range. As the largest Municipality in the State, and one known for excellence and creativity, it was decided that Virginia Beach would have a pay philosophy stating.• "We would be the best paying Municipal employer in Hampton Roads. " • Initial Survey: 1995 • Strategy O Annual Survey O Market Cities -Norfolk, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News O Comparison at Pay Range Maximum O Threshold - 2.5% below highest pay range maximum O Implementation -Increased pay potential Pay Philosophy: Highest Paying Municipal Employer in our Market Market Range Adjustments Fram 2QQ0-2QO4 a F- a? v as a 0 ~. w 10oa _ -. 20ao 132 156 2001 2490 197 2002 _ ....3526 377 2004 _1710 __ 333 February I5, 2011 -21- CITY MANAGER `S BRIEFING MARKET SALARY SURVEY RESULTS (Continued) The last survey implementation was July 2004. Following this survey, several signification changes were made to the processes. • City Council Resolution February 2006 - Market shall continue to consist of Norfolk, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Hampton and Newport News - Must provide pay increase with pay range increase Changes to Methodology incorporated in 2007: - Begin to implement survey every 3 years - Midpoint comparison vs. maximum of pay range - Gradual shift in pay philosophy to "competitive " Employees Impacted - 2007 z~ v •~-+ V tG W 1800 1604 _ ~ ._ . '`. ~ _ ~ 1400 ~ :_ - _ ~.}1, h~ ~ C~ ~~~ 1200 i' Y , 1UlIV ... 1 „~k 4 ......... 000 ....._. _... 4 .' *'_.~fi,, . ~~;rA _ ___ I. K fi'r` _. S 400 F ~x _ ; ' ~;,~~ ~ , ,. H a 200 y ~ ~, ~p, V ___.. __ salary - 2.5°,; or more beladv the highest market midpoint Employees Impacted - 2007 1625 __ February 15, 2011 -22- CITY MANAGER `S BRIEFING MARKET SALARYSURVEYRESULTS (Continued) s5~0 ^C y, V X000 C~ ~~~ ,. 1500 ~.~ e GT,. - . O k ~ ~ . ~ .f 1(100 ~--i ~ :. ~ ,~.. ~~, I.(~ ~. . S: W SOO .~ _~ ~ ~ l) t . ~l o °'""~' ~~~" clan ~a.5%or more belo~+the H i salan-5~o°n or more l~lo~c salai} ,.5%or mo ebelo~c the hiehtesY market mid}~int and is highu~st market mid{x>im highest market midpoint ranked 3rd or lower ~Emploceeslmpac[ed-eon _ ~~i i52(i ~~°5 ~Hmploceeslmpact xl-zoio ?594 1576 1063 li~rr~ ,'--~1'~11 T~~_in`uientwotildalso[rigger incrcasesinSherift'sOf[ir~ -ensL~R64,6iz re t" rr @-~ ~ E ~~ 5.00°io _.. .... 4.50°/ 4 00% ~.... _ _- _. - - _ . ^ChesaPeake . m 3.50°/ ~ w _... _ . _ .- ,,,. ^Hampton m 3.00% ~ _- - _. _ ^Ne'wport News v 2.50% ~ - _ _ ... -... ~ ^Norfolk a 2.00% -_ _. _. ^Portsmouth 1.50% '~ _ -.. ___. -__. _ I 1.00% }- -- - - -- -- " - oVirginiaB ach ~~~ FY 07-00 ~ JI FY OB-OB' FYD&10 ~ FY 10-tt .. _ o Chesapeake 450°ro 3.00°k ' A.DO% _. 000% i. _ _ _. 4~Hampton I 400/ ~ 2.81% - 0.00% 000% _ DNewport News 4.00°l0 3.00°k 0:00°h 0.00 % i ^Norfolk 450°!a 3.50% 0.00 000% ^PortsmoNh 4.50% 3.00% 0.00% _ _ 000°/ '. OVirgmia Beach` 350% 2.50°k 0.00% 000% City of Viryinia Beach: lowest salary increases for both I~YO7/o8 anti F'4'o8/oy February 1 S, 2011 -23- CITY MANAGER `S BRIEFING MARKET SALARY SURVEY RESULTS (Continued) Summary The City has yet to experience the full impact of withholding Market Salary Survey implementation: x Turnover remains less than S% Citywide x We continue to receive over 30, 000 applications annually for City positions Concerns: x Increasing employee frustration over no pay increases x Over the last 4 years in Virginia Beach: no increase or smallest increase in Hampton Roads x Increasing employee concern with the cost of health care x Increasing employee concern with possible cost of Virginia Retirement System (VRS) x Improvements in the economy could result in more employee turnover Virginia Beach must continue to show our employees that they are our most valuable resource Mrs. Hilliard advised Virginia Beach continues to receive over 30, 000 applications per year for the City positions. February 1 S, 2011 -24- ADJOURNMENT Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr. DECLARED the City Council Meeting ADJOURNED at 5:38 P.M. .~ -~~- Beverly O. Hooks, CMC Chief Deputy City Clerk uth Hodges Fraser, MMC City Clerk February 1 S, 2011