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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFEBRUARY 16, 2021 SPECIAL SESSION MINUTES off`� "'�:� t ( r i'sa,�, aPrr` d a ewe �"'+Sdadsa„�„e,� o, OUR ptuN`' VIRGINIA BEACH CITY COUNCIL Virginia Beach, Virginia February 16, 2021 Mayor Dyer called to order the SPECIAL MEETING BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION MEANS of the VIRGINIA BEACH CITY COUNCIL on Tuesday, February 16, 2021, at 3:00 P.M. Mayor Dyer personally opened the meeting in the Virginia Beach Convention Center, Suite 5, while all other members of City Council appeared electronically via WebEx. Council Members Present: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M. Henley, Louis R. Jones,John D. Moss, Guy K. Tower, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: Council Member Rouse joined at 3:08 P.M Council Member Wilson joined at 3:04 P.M. 2 ITEM LA MAYOR'S CALL FOR SPECIAL SESSION ITEM#71166 Mayor Dyer read the Mayor's Call for the SPECIAL MEETING: February 11, 2021 "HONORABLE MEMBERS OF CITY COUNCIL In accordance with the Virginia Beach City Code Section 2-21, Virginia Code§15.2-1413 and the City's Continuity of Government Ordinance adopted on September 15, 2020, and Chapter 1289 of the 2020 Acts of Assembly as amended, and by the authority vested in me as Mayor of the City of Virginia Beach, I hereby call for a SPECIAL MEETING BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION MEANS of the VIRGINIA BEACH CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, February 16,2021 3:00 P.M. This SPECIAL MEETING BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION MEANS will be held virtually with Council Members participating via video/audio conference. The purpose of this SPECIAL MEETING is to allow the City Council to hold a regularly scheduled meeting regarding the items listed in the published Agenda. If you wish to make comments during the meeting, please follow the two-step process provided below: 1. Register for the WebEx at: https://vbgov.webex.com/vbgov/onstage/g.php?MTID=e29d064d125ece05 edbce2ede392dd192 2. Register with the City Clerk's Office by calling 757-385-4303 or via email at abarnes(avbgov.com prior to 5:00 p.m. on February 16, 2021. The City Council meeting will be streamed live on www.vbgov.corn and Facebook Live, and will be recorded for rebroadcast on Cable TV. Sincerely, s/ Robert M. Dyer Mayor" Cc: City Manager City Attorney City Clerk Deputy City Managers FOIA Officer Communications Office February 16, 2021 2 City of Virginia Beach 94, Op OUR NATO ROBERT M."BOBBY"DYER MUNICIPAL CENTER MAYOR BUILDING 1,ROOM 234 2401 COURTHOUSE DRIVE VIRGINIA BEACH,VA 23456-9000 (757)385-4581 FAX(757)385-5699 February 11, 2021 BDYEROVBGOV.COM HONORABLE MEMBERS OF CITY COUNCIL In accordance with the Virginia Beach City Code Section 2-21, Virginia Code § 15.2-1413 and the City's Continuity of Government Ordinance adopted on September 15, 2020, and Chapter 1289 of the 2020 Acts of Assembly as amended, and by the authority vested in me as Mayor of the City of Virginia Beach,I hereby call for a SPECIAL MEETING BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION MEANS of the VIRGINIA BEACH CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, February 16,2021 3:00 P.M. This SPECIAL MEETING BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION MEANS will be held virtually with Council Members participating via video/audio conference. The purpose of this SPECIAL MEETING is to allow the City Council to hold a regularly scheduled meeting regarding the items listed in the published Agenda. If you wish to make comments during the meeting,please follow the two-step process provided below: 1. Register for the WebEx at: https://vbgov.webex.com/vbgov/onstage/g.php?MTID=e29d064d125ece05edbce2ede392dd192 2. Register with the City Clerk's Office by calling 757-385-4303 or via email at abarnes(a,vbgov.com prior to 5:00 p.m. on February 16, 2021. The City Council meeting will be streamed live on www.vbgov.com and Facebook Live, and will be recorded for rebroadcast on Cable TV. Sincerely, Robert M. Dyer Mayor Cc: City Manager City Attorney City Clerk Deputy City Managers FOIA Officer Communications Office 3 CITY COUNCIL'S BRIEFINGS MAYOR'S AFRICAN AMERICAN ROUNDTABLE— POLICE CIVILIAN OVERSIGHT ITEM#71267 3:05 P.M. Mayor Dyer welcomed Dr. Veronica Coleman, African American Roundtable member. Dr. Coleman expressed her appreciation to City Council for their continued support: .11.111.111111.1111111.11.111.11111.W Recommended Changes to the IRP *AL 111111/ Virginia Beach African American Roundtable ~ MOW _ �°' 2 istory of the Investigation Review Panel February 16, 2021 4 CITY COUNCIL'S BRIEFINGS MAYOR'S AFRICAN AMERICAN ROUNDTABLE— POLICE CIVILIAN OVERSIGHT ITEM#71267 (Continued) Here is the history of the Investigation Review Panel(IRP) IRP 1991 Resolution: City Manager to Implement 3 the Recommendations of the Special Task Force Council Special Task Force Thereby,the`: The goal w.'- Recognized recommended creation of Citizens' to increase the Investigation Importance of Complaints of Review Panel the Public's Abuse of Trust and the Public's Authority subject to Trust and reviewed with VBPD Internal i Confidence in Confidence other reports Affairs Repo .- VBPD The recommended change to the IRP is centered on the IRP having the authority to conduct investigations versus having only an evaluation role: So Why h the Change? 4 Dependen_ r•_ G 1 ;o • depend • dependent to the findings of the Findi- Internal Affairs. However, citizens want independent findings. • The IRP operation is primarily an ""' - • evaluation of Internal Affairs' . ��... findings. • However, citizens want to conduct their own investigation with recourse if hindered to ensure impartial findings. I February 16, 2021 5 CITY COUNCIL'S BRIEFINGS MAYOR'S AFRICAN AMERICAN ROUNDTABLE— POLICE CIVILIAN OVERSIGHT ITEM#71267 (Continued) Here are Comparable Market Cities and Citizen Review Panels: Comparable Market Cities and Citizen Review Panels 5 rne,comps,=bie e�poo�iaao.,mawe:.�:a a„c pi ole..rvl economic 4'ow�� .Atlanta-Existing CRP That was Recently - Expanded in Response to Recent Protests Austin,TX-Existing CRP that is an Established Community Commission Baltimore-Existing CRP • Raleigh-A CRP Currently Being Commissioned in Response to Protests -=+'�a� �• _ _4,. Charlotte-Their CRP has Existed Since'97 Houston-The Most Progressive CRP Orlando-Existing CRP .. Virginia Beach-Yes also No?Essentially it '` - Needs a Facelift Here are a few ways the City can improve the IRP to be in line with other major cities: 6 Raleigh How to Recruit Austin Young San Antonio Professionals? Houston Orlando Miami Atlanta Baltimore r�. Virginia Beach tr- How we"h:_ in lin=w •- Diversity Disciplinary • Audits ggestions 4111111 February 16, 2021 6 CITY COUNCIL'S BRIEFINGS MAYOR'S AFRICANAMERICAN ROUNDTABLE— POLICE CIVILIAN OVERSIGHT ITEM#71267 (Continued) Here is an overview of the recommended structure: The New and Improved Citizens Review Panel Cy bpoena The CRP The CRP The CRP While reviewing er is should investigation should be citizen complaints portant for reflect the should be able to pull and abuse of power prehensive racial separate from cases it cases are vestigations. composition the Internal thinks important,overall of the city Affairs requires an recommendations investigations investigation cannot be made in order to not just ones without audits ensure submitted to from the board to unbiased and them by learn more about fair findings. VBPD or department individual structure. citizens. The purpose of the recommendations is to build trust between citizens and police by providing transparency, increased positive interaction and accountability: u ing Bac , .. e u • Transparency is Non-Parti Bridges of trust cannot be built without transparency from both0 sides. • Increased positive interaction amongst VBPD and citizens allows to 4 l Ilearn more about each other. More transparency, increased vulnerability, and overall R ,, .:.,. accountability are win-wins for all a \ stakeholders. I February 16, 2021 7 CITY COUNCIL'S BRIEFINGS MAYOR'S AFRICAN AMERICAN ROUNDTABLE— POLICE CIVILIAN OVERSIGHT ITEM#71267 (Continued) Here is an overview of House Bill 5055: HB5055 9 The Recent House Bill that Expands the Parameters of how Civilian Police Review Boards can Look The board shall reflect the demographic diversity of the locality. May receive, investigate, and issue findings on complaints from civilians and review investigations conducted internally by law-enforcement agencies. May hold hearings, and if unable to voluntarily obtain the attendance of witnesses, and/or obtain other necessary evidence may have subpoena power to gather evidence. May request annual expenditure reports and make budgetary recommendations. Here are the Official Recommendations from the Mayor's African American Roundtable: Official Recommendations ❖Purpose:To be a civilian-led oversight committee for the VBPD. ❖Scope:The committee shall oversee all sworn police officers and civilians working within the department. +Composition:Members of the board will reflect the demographic and geographic diversity of the locality +Investigation:The board shall investigate complaints from civilians and initiate investigations regarding the conduct of law enforcement officers and civilian employees of the VBPD. • Subpoena: If after the board has made a good faith effort to obtain evidence,the law enforcement oversight body may apply to the Circuit Court for a subpoena to compel the attendance of witnesses and the production of evidence. 'Subpoenas would only apply to VBPD. • Im utlity:The board shall report to the City Manager. • Film in he- and shall have funding necessary to fulfill its duties. • Taskforce. skforce be formed of stakeholders to research the issue and help to develop policy and procedures for Civilian Oversight Panel. February 16, 2021 8 CITY COUNCIL'S BRIEFINGS MAYOR'S AFRICAN AMERICAN ROUNDTABLE— POLICE CIVILIAN OVERSIGHT ITEM#71267 (Continued) 11) Thank You Virginia Beach African { American Roundtable 41. sal rim Mayor Dyer expressed his appreciation to Dr. Coleman for the presentation. February 16, 2021 9 CITY COUNCIL'S BRIEFINGS SMALL BUSINESS INITIATIVES UPDATE ITEM#71268 3:44P.M. Mayor Dyer welcomed Taylor Adams, Director — Economic Development. Mr. Adams expressed his appreciation to City Council for their continued support: \IB \irguiu H,,ch Virginia Beach Small Businesses Update City Council Briefing Taylor Adams February 16,2021 _ Virginia Beach City Council Virginia Beach Small Businesses Update 1. SWaM Business Office- Events, virtual events and Information sessions 2. Grants and workshops 3. HIVE-VB Resource Center, Partnerships and Programs 4. Moving forward February 16, 2021 10 CITY COUNCIL'S BRIEFINGS SMALL BUSINESS INITIATIVES UPDATE ITEM#71268 (Continued) Here are SWaM Business Office Events FY20: '1/B SWaM Business Office- Events FY20 inia Beach 1. 131h Annual African American Male Summit 2. 2019 MBC Conference and Expo 3. 2020 US Census Campaign 4. Carolinas Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council—Business Opportunity Conference 5. Commonwealth of Virginia Office of Inclusion and Diversity Community Diversity Forum 6. Diversity and Strategic Planning Community Forum 7. Energy Equity Forum 8. Hampton Roads Chamber:Business Case for Inclusion and Diversity 9. MBC Monthly Meetings 10. Women In Defense Industry Day 11. Women Doing Business at the Beach 12. VB Library—Ready to Start a Business(2 sessions) 13. VB Library—Obtaining a Business License(2 sessions) 14. VB Small Business Institute(Fall and Spring Sessions) SWaM Business Office: Virtual Events and Information Sessions FY20 1 HRBT Expansion Project:DBE&SWaM Virtual Project Update 2. Scaling for Growth—Panelist—Commonwealth of VA Program 3. WebEx:City of Virginia Beach:Supplier Portal, Recent SWaM Ordinances and Resolution(2 sessions June 2020) 4. Live Talk by Powerful Leaders on Growing Your Business Post Covid-19 5. Managing In a National Emergency:How MBEs are Navigating the COVID-19 Business Challenges? 6 NMSDC's Virtual Town Hall:What Actions are CPOs Taking to Support Minority Businesses? 7. Public Meeting-Disparity Study Commonwealth of Virginia 8. White House African American Stakeholders Conference Call on COVID-19 9. White House Stakeholder Call on CARES Act and PPP 10. White House Stakeholder Conference Call on COVID-19&Disaster Assistance February 16, 2021 11 CITY COUNCIL'S BRIEFINGS SMALL BUSINESS INITIATIVES UPDATE ITEM#71268 (Continued) Here are SWaM Business Office:Events& Virtual Information Sessions FY21: SWaM Business Office: Events & Virtual Information Sessions FY21 1. 9th Annual Mega Mixer/B2B Expo-HR Chamber of Commerce 2. An Introduction to Virginia's First Minority Business Commission Virtual 3. Business 2 Business Mastermind Networking(B2B Mastermind)Virtual 4. Credit Card Processing for Your Business—Virtual(City of VB/MBC) 5. The 5 Cs of Credit for Your Business—Virtual(City of MBC) 6. CVMSDC—Re-merge Event Matchmaking Virtual 7. LOVEVA-Retail Alliance—Minority Business Grants Virtual 8. ProcureCon One-on-One Matchmaking Virtual 9. VB Small Business Institute Virtual SWaM Business Office: Virtual Events and Information Sessions FY21- Con't 1. Webex:City of Virginia Beach A New Way of Doing Business(8 sessions)(July/August) 2 WebEx How to Register to be a Supplier for the City of Virginia Beach(4 sessions)(September) 3. WebEx:City of Virginia Beach SWaM Business Programs(5 Sessions)(September/October) 4. WebEx:Is your Business Registered in the City of Virginia Beach's Supplier Portal?(8 Sessions) (October) 5. WebEx:City of Virginia Beach SWaM Business Programs What You Need to Know!(4) (November) 6. Ameresco&Bowen Diverse Supplier Project Information Virtual Meeting 7. COMTO Hampton Roads Virtual Event 8. Diversity Forum Virtual 9. Virtual Chamber Strome Business Series-A New Emerging Economy of Well-Being in a 'Pandemic'Economic Situation February 16, 2021 12 CITY COUNCIL'S BRIEFINGS SMALL BUSINESS INITIATIVES UPDATE ITEM#71268 (Continued) Here are SWaM Business Office: Upcoming Events: SWaM Business Office: Upcoming Events www.vbgov.com/supplierportal WebEx: Doing Business with the City of Virginia Beach • Sessions: • February 4 3:00—3:45 • February 11 3:00—3:45 • February 18 3:00—3:45 • February 25 3:00—3:45 WebEx: City of VAB SWaM Info Session I- Partnership with SBSD • February 24 9:00am • February 24 10:30 am Here is the Small Business Assistance Grant Summary: Small Business Assistance Grant Summary • $6.1M COVID Relief Funds Disbursed • 302 EDIP part E Grants • 347 CARES Act Reimbursement Grants • 649 Total Grant Payments • $9K Average Grant Amount February 16, 2021 13 CITY COUNCIL'S BRIEFINGS SMALL BUSINESS INITIATIVES UPDATE ITEM#71268 (Continued) Here is an example of the revised Small Business portal on VBGOV.COM VBGOV.COM sin Entrepreneur in Tram..,Prorg... .� w 1 of a in -mot it * 4t. A s 6 l= • N o E. YesVirginiaBeach Small Business Links COVID Page updated regularly and every available grant from different organizations posted. Existing Website: irginiabeach.com/Key-Industries/swam/Pages/defaultaspx • hitps.//www.yesvirginiabeach.com/Key-Industries/swam/Pages/Mentorship-Program.aspx • https://www.vesvirginiabeach.com/Key-Industries/swam/Pages/entrepreneur-in-residence.aspx New Website: • .=.206.31.103/key-industries/small-business-swam • http://52.206.31.103/kev-industries/small-business-resource-center • http://52.206.31.103/key-industrieslswam-mentorship-program • ht! 1 F?^OF 31 -103.e4 , n.duc rgrpntran. eur_s. rsic+enco_r«nn,am 0 February 16, 2021 14 CITY COUNCIL'S BRIEFINGS SMALL BUSINESS INITIATIVES UPDATE ITEM#71268 (Continued) Here is an overview of HIVE—Business Resource Center: HIVE- Business Resource Center • Designed and developed to support an innovative and entrepreneurial ecosystem within the City and Hampton Roads ISO 1 0 • Will utilize strategic, local, regional and l ; national partnerships to service Business fili 1 • entities L l i 1 ! IS E • -. - • Business HUB to develop business competitiveness, jobs creation, investment r ? .,r— " opportunities, workforce development and ' ' B '" diversity & inclusion ' ' it •.i` 'hi HIVE- Business Resource Center • 10,000 sf space at street level in Town Center rr . • IT equipment,furniture .; Ili and signage ordered fa . • Grand Opening . immediately following - 4- completion 1 �' February 16, 2021 15 CITY COUNCIL'S BRIEFINGS SMALL BUSINESS INITIATIVES UPDATE ITEM#71268 (Continued) Here are the HIVE-Partners to date: HIVE- Partners to date T CDYYIDENYMIR6iIt L6lU6E WORKFORCECOUNCIL • SUSI) VBOC Carolinas-Virgini National ..»,.....,.- - %®� o.. �cw,,.a ® Le Urban League Institute for Innovation E.Entrepreneurohip NationalGroup Women's Business Center Construction Services The HIVE and Tidewater Community College(TCC)executed a Memorandum of Understanding(MOU) for ten (10)training classes: HIVE- City of Virginia Beach and TCC MOU MOU executed on November 5, 2020 for the following training classes: • Wind Turbine Training Equipment • Augmented Reality Welding Training Labs • Sea Survival Training Equipment • Heights Training (Climbing) Equipment • Medical Billing and Coding • Clinical Medical Assistant • Comp TIA A+, Network+, Security • Shielded Metal Arc Welding • NCCER Core • NCCER Pipelayer February 16, 2021 16 CITY COUNCIL'S BRIEFINGS SMALL BUSINESS INITIATIVES UPDATE ITEM#71268 (Continued) Here is a schedule of upcoming training seminars: HIVE- HR Workforce Council & VWC VY • woowacaNica VIRGINIA BEACH RESIDENTS: ENHANCE YOUR SKILLS& INCREASE YOUR EMPLOYABILITY • 111110611111 EMMET•-AEON CALL CENTER AGENT TRAM-6 ENE NOV/IN VIRGINS*INACM •••, r, EERY.'•-NARCII■I r•+,•_e••• WM:40R EXCEL CERTIEKATNNI TNANNNN LIMN.NISMAlt UNIVERSITY N. Im.INanEN NVEI.E.E..SNARRavErS l MENEM IE-ARYLS 'NOWT YANAGEYENT ESSENTIALS WIT.CAM FREE UNIVERSITYlNyi�s M.O. UNIVERSITY Nu—NRNAyEa RSrwENYRNE—IA Moving Forward: Taking a closer Look at the Top Performing Centers 'P. February 16, 2021 17 CITY COUNCIL'S BRIEFINGS SMALL BUSINESS INITIATIVES UPDATE ITEM#71268 (Continued) The next several slides highlight small business initiatives in other cities: TechStars Atlanta Transforming with Grow your Techstars startup. Develop Cutting- Collaborate with Create a Culture of Plan your Journey Edge Solutions Promising Intrapreneurship from Now to Next Join an -,4,-..e Startups s�io - . Accelerator 2,379 as $11Ab $32.3b P. a Aw Stories __ r .n.�irc.a wa.ranw.Irw+bparnw • ,-_ 7K+ 150+ YOu NOW Me Alm b bloom IMWatlsSupply palm a_. - r«v^`•••, . «wu+`.ae rwo.� 19Kt 428K+ worm.4 Amon IgatbKnw You,Coporatoonls Rod d .o •. .m a caogRocl Road,' .......bawa.m... TechStars Atlanta We believe entrepreneurs can change the world. We believe collaboration drives innovation. We believe great ideas can come from anywhere. February 16, 2021 18 CITY COUNCIL'S BRIEFINGS SMALL BUSINESS INITIATIVES UPDATE ITEM#71268 (Continued) TechStars Austin "Austin is by far the most collaborative startup ecosystem I've ever . . T. , been a part of. Everyone _ truly wants everyone else `"r ..,_, y to win." lirr Managing Director Amos Schwartzfarb breaks down the program and what he's looking for. 200 experts, matched to your needs, contributing to your long-term success. Techstars mentors are individuals with deep industry,investment,or entrepreneurship experience. STLPartnership PPP Second-Round P i .•“k,«• > Quick Tips ..:: - r , w • it 1••' PPP LOANS-SECOND ROUND AND LOAN - t: ■ FORGIVENESS ;,,„4 (ship AELU nonSTL Partnership Receives • Grant for Revolving Loan • _ Funds to Help Small + -s - f is February 16, 2021 19 CITY COUNCIL'S BRIEFINGS SMALL BUSINESS INITIATIVES UPDATE ITEM#71268 (Continued) Questions? Mayor Dyer expressed his appreciation to Mr. Adams for the presentation. February 16, 2021 20 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS MICRO TRANSIT DEMONSTRATION PROJECT AND GRANT FOLLOW-UP ITEM#71269 4:35 P.M. Mayor Dyer welcomed Ray Amoruso, Chief Planning& Development Officer—Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) and Brian Solis, Special Projects Manager— City Manager's Office. Mr. Amoruso expressed his appreciation to City Council for their continued support: Wbe HAMPTON ROADS TRANSIT Micro Transit Demonstration Grant Briefing for Virginia Beach City Council February 16,2021 Ray Amoruso, Chief Planning&Development Officer gohrt.com Here is an overview of the Micro Transit Demonstration Grant Micro Transit Demonstration Grant • Regional Microtransit Demonstration Project will plan,deploy,evaluate performance,and share lessons learned for on-demand microtransit services in two unique use cases for a 6-month pilot demonstration • The objective is to leverage cloud-based route optimization technology and app-based booking of rides to move people around the defined zones with better frequency and shorter trip times than conventional fixed-route transit. • State Demonstration Grant approved for two Pilot Projects. One in Virginia Beach and one in Newport News. • Grant requires a local match by each city in the amount of$238,000 per city. Total State award is$1.597 million February 16, 2021 21 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS MICRO TRANSIT DEMONSTRATION PROJECT AND GRANT FOLLOW-UP ITEM#71269 (Continued) Here is an overview of the Micro Transit Pilot Project: Micro Transit Pilot Project • Microtransit's viability requires testing in different use cases to empirically determine how its service characteristics and performance may work as a sustainable new travel option. • Prior to start of service there will be a broad outreach and marketing effort within the proposed Microtransit Zone • HRT envisions a turnkey solution. .1 , • —• III Here are the key characteristics for a successful Micro Transit Zone: What are the key characteristics for a successful Micro Transit Zone? • Ideal zone size spans from 10-35 square miles. Rounded shape (not too long/narrow) • Population+jobs>35,000. Enough density to warrant transit,but low enough that regular fixed route is ineffective. • Combination of residential,commercial and sometimes industrial. Should not be overly concentrated in any one of these. • Potential to serve many types of trips,e.g.commute,shopping, local trips,seniors,students. • High-quality transit connections that leave the zone(e.g.frequent bus route and/or LRT). Little overlap with transit within the zone. February 16, 2021 22 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS MICRO TRANSIT DEMONSTRATION PROJECT AND GRANT FOLLOW-UP ITEM#71269 (Continued) HAMPTON ROADS TRANSIT Proposed VB Pilot of MicroTransit gohrt.com Here is a map of the Virginia Beach Zone: Virginia Beach Zone Program Eligible costs include: ✓ Capital and Operating and Maintenance costs(from planning through ongoing O&M) i^o ✓ Study duration is 12 months -. . 1► - February 16, 2021 23 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS MICRO TRANSIT DEMONSTRATION PROJECT AND GRANT FOLLOW-UP ITEM#71269 (Continued) Here are the Zone Characteristics: Zone Characteristics Success Criteria Zone Facts Zone Size&Boundaries 18 square miles.Longer North-South than East-West. Good boundaries,slightly irregular. Market Size 78,000(31,000 residents+47,000 jobs).Jobs> (Population+Jobs) Residents but strong base population. Land Usage Distribution Commercial in the center-south,residential in north. Loses points for overly-concentrated commercial/job center,pockets of dead zones in north. Major Connections Newtown LRT,Sentara Leigh Hospital,Military Circle Community Trips 4,400 intra-zone commutes.Also many POls for standard commercial/retail activity. Connection to Existing LRT and high-quality bus routes Transit Here is the Recommended Service Model: Recommended Service Model Service Virtual stop to virtual stop Model Travel anywhere within the zone servtee 5 am—9 pm Monday to Friday . Hours 7 am—8 pm Saturday and Sunday a°'9 106 service hours per week - Fares Potential for Free fares at start of Pilot,then institute fare for the remaining months of the Pilot Vehicles Minimum of 5 vehicles on the road at all times Required Scale up vehicle counts as demand increases Minivans and/or small shuttles . ti Service Area&Sample Virtual Stops February 16, 2021 24 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS MICRO TRANSIT DEMONSTRATION PROJECT AND GRANT FOLLOW-UP ITEM#71269 (Continued) Here are the Key Performance Indicators: Key Performance Indicators Daily 350 rldwlday la the minimum expected ridership ..v : Ridership 750+ndesrday ore/saslble Vehicle 4.5 passengers per vehicle hour is the minimum expected -`+. productivity 5.0 to over 5.5PVHla ettemabla I x - 1 1 Wart Time 15 minutes or less Is the average anticipated wait time 4 ! I,b i Walking 'u mile or less Is the average walking distance to a virtual air. $ Q I Distance stop .� .,g On-Time 95%of tides should be picked up and dropped off on-time ' Performance (within 5 minutes of the promised windows) e-' IP�r✓ � • - 1I re West semn Sampl e nat p s Here is the Timeline for Microtransit Pilot: Timeline for Microtransit Pilot • Obtain funding commitments from City of Virginia Beach and Newport News to match State grant funds • Prepare Request for Proposals in partnership with city staff • Advertise RFP in the Summer 2021 • Issue NTP in late Fall 2021 • Prepare Marketing Plans and Service details Winter 2021 • Await outcome of Covid event before initiating Microtransit pilot—Spring 2022?? Mayor Dyer expressed his appreciation to Mr. Amoruso and Mr. Solis for the presentation. February 16, 2021 25 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS MOTORIZED SCOOTER FRANCHISE LICENSE AGREEMENTS UPDATE ITEM#71270 4:48 P.M. Mayor Dyer welcomed back Brian Solis, Special Projects Manager— City Manager's Office. Mr. Solis expressed his appreciation to City Council for their continued support: Virginia Beach Motorized Scooters Franchise License Agreement Follow-up Directional Briefing Virginia Beach City Council Brian Solis,CMO Special Projects Manager February 16,2021 Here is the Briefing Agenda: Briefing Agenda 1. Background 2. Richmond's Indemnity and Liability clause 3. Process for revoking franchise license 4. Options for consideration February 16, 2021 26 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS MOTORIZED SCOOTER FRANCHISE LICENSE AGREEMENTS UPDATE ITEM#71270 (Continued) Here is the Background: Background Following up on the October 20, 2020 City Council briefing on the status of motorized scooter franchise licenses, additional details were requested about the City's: Waiver of liability clause compared to City of Richmond's Specific language on process for revoking a franchise license Here is the City's Waiver of liability clause: Waiver of liability clause The City's motorized scooter franchise license agreement has a clause related to waiver of liability which states: Section M. Scooter User Agreements-Any Franchisee shall agree that users in the City shall not be required to waive liability as part of user agreements The reason why the clause is being recommended by City staff is as follows • Staff believes the provision serves a public policy goal of allowing an injured party the ability to seek redress from more than just the rider of the scooter. • When an injured party is limited in whom it may hold responsible,there is an increased likelihood the City will become a party in an action to recover damages. • Post award contract changes are generally discouraged. The presence of this provision may have discouraged potential proposers from responding to the City's RFP,so the removal of this provision post award casts some doubt on the City's franchise procurement process. February 16, 2021 27 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS MOTORIZED SCOOTER FRANCHISE LICENSE AGREEMENTS UPDATE ITEM#71270 (Continued) Here is a summary of Richmond's Indemnity and Liability Clause: Richmond's indemnity ana Liability clause Upon further review of the requirements of the Richmond permit,versus solely the survey response,the permit does not require the scooter company to limit the user liability waiver. Consequently,the representation during the City Council briefing that Richmond's permit agreement is the same as the City's was inaccurate.Therefore,the provision included in the City's RFP,which is at issue here,seems to be unique in the Commonwealth. C.Indemnity and Liability a. Indemnification. The Applicant shall indemnify,defend and hold harmless the City,its officers, agents and employees from and against any and all losses,liabilities,claims,damages and expenses (including court costs and reasonable attorneys'fees)arising from any material default or breach by the Applicant of its obligations specified in this Permit,as well as all claims arising from errors,omissions, negligent acts or intentional acts of the Applicant,its officers,agents and employees. Richmond's Indemnity and Liability clause Further,the Applicant shall assume the entire responsibility and liability for any and all damages to persons or property caused by or resulting from or arising out of any act or omission on the part of the Applicant,its subcontractors,its agents or its employees under or in connection with this Permit. The Applicant shall hold harmless and indemnify the City and its agents,its volunteers,its servants, its employees,and its officers from and against any and all claims,losses or expenses,including but not limited to court costs and attorneys'fees,which either or both of them may suffer,pay or incur as the result of claims or suits due to,arising out of or in connection with any and all such damage,real or alleged. The Applicant shall,upon written demand by the City,assume and defend at the Applicant's sole expense any and all such claims or legal actions. February 16, 2021 28 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS MOTORIZED SCOOTER FRANCHISE LICENSE AGREEMENTS UPDATE ITEM#71270 (Continued) Here is an overview for the Process for revoking a franchise license: Process for revoking franchise license The companies indicated concern about the franchise agreement provisions that could lead to a license being revoked. They asked the city to revise this provision and to enumerate specific actions that can lead to a permit revocation. Staff recommends the City Council authorize amendment of the franchise agreement to outline an escalation process that outlines waivers of violations if companies provide written assurances that violations have been cured. The intent is that the franchise license would only be revoked upon multiple violations of the agreement which go unaddressed. Process for revoking franchise license The Franchise may be revoked,and scooters removed from the city upon five(5)violations of any clause of the Franchise Agreement and the notice and response process described in this paragraph has occurred. The City,in its sole discretion,may waive any such violation for purposes of the five violations in the previous sentence, if the Franchisee provides written assurances that the violation has been cured.If there have been three(3) violations of any clause of the Franchise Agreement. the City shall provide written notice of the existence of such three(3) violations to the Franchisee.and such notice shall request explanation of such violations and remedial steps taken by the Franchisee to correct or discourage such violations. The Franchisee shall have ten(10)calendar days to respond to such notice and the City shall have the discretion to waive any of the violations for purposes of the five vitiations that may result in termination of the Franchise. If there have been five (5)violations of any clause of the Franchise Agreement and the notice and response process after three(3)violations has occurred.the City shall provide written notice of the existence of such five(5)violations to the Franchisee and such notice shall request explanation of such violations and remedial steps taken by the Franchisee to correct or discourage such violations. The Franchisee shall have ten(10)calendar-days to respond to such notice and the City shall have the discretion to waive any of the violations for purposes of the five violations that may result in termination of the Franchise. Any Franchisee that has an agreement revoked pursuant to this section shall not reapply to the city for a franchise for a period of 365 days from the date of revocation. February 16, 2021 29 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS MOTORIZED SCOOTER FRANCHISE LICENSE AGREEMENTS UPDATE ITEM#71270 (Continued) N/B Options for Consideration Virginia Beach 1)Make amendments to franchise license agreement and bring back for City Council consideration at the next available public meeting. 2)Terminate procurement process and restart request for proposals process with modifications described, including modified liability language requiring riders to waive liability against the City and the motorized scooter companies. 3) Terminate procurement process and restart request for proposals process with original terms and conditional described. Mayor Dyer expressed his appreciation to Mr. Solis for the presentation. February 16, 2021 30 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS INTERIM FINANCIAL UPDATE ITEM#71271 5:01 P.M. Mayor Dyer welcomed Wendy Hu, Acting Co-Director—Finance. Ms. Hu expressed her appreciation to City Council for their continued support: FY2ozi Interim Financial Statements Finance through January 31, 2021 February i6,zozi Here are the FY 2021 General Fund Revenues and Expenditures as ofJanuary 31Sr: FY 2021 General Fund Revenues and Expenditures January 31, 2021 ($ in millions) Budget YID Variance Revenues Local $ 997.3 $ 469.8 $ (527.5) State 161.7 61.3 (100.4) Federal 23.0 12.5 (10.5) Total Revenues $1,182.0 $ 543.6 $ (638.4) 46.0% Expenditures and Encumbrances: City Operations $ 756.7 $ 450.0 $ 306.7 City Capital Projects-Cash Funding 52.0 50.7 1.3 Trsf to Schools 454.0 263.1 190.9 Trsf to Schools-Capital Projects 27.2 9.9 17.3 Total Expenditures $1,289.9 $ 773.7 $ 516.2 60.0% Amounts appropriated from Fund Balance $ (107.9) (encumbrances,approved carryforwards and others) February 16, 2021 31 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS INTERIM FINANCIAL UPDATE ITEM#71271 (Continued) Here are the FY 2021 General Fund-Local Revenues as of January 31': FY 2021 General Fund - Local Revenues January 31, 2021 ($ in millions) FY 2021 FY 2020 Budget YT12 °ln Budget YID is Local Revenues: Real Estate Taxes $ 581.0 $ 302.8 52.1% $ 558.7 $ 289.5 51.8% Personal Property Tax 104.7 17.3 16.5% 110.0 17.4 15.8% Other Local Taxes* 229.6 111.3 48.5% 250.9 113.8 45.4% Charges for Services 46.0 21.7 47.2% 44.7 20.9 46.8% Use of Money and Property 7.3 1.2 16.4% 9.7 2.7 27.8% Fines,Fees and Licenses 4.3 1.6 37.2% 4.4 2.1 47.7% Other Local Revenue 6.2 3.1 50.0% 5.5 3.3 60.0% Transfers 18.2 10.8 59.3% 31.5 6.6 21.0% Total Local Revenue $ 997.3 $ 469.8 47.1% $ 1,015.4 $ 456.3 44.9% "Some examples of other local taxes are:Sales,Meal,Hotel,Utility and Telecommunications Taxes Here are the FY 2021 General Fund-Other Local Taxes as of January 31 st, FY 2021 General Fund - Other Local Taxes January 31, 2021 ($ in millions) FY 2021 FY 2020 Budget YTl2 ?La Budget YID % Other Local Taxes: Sales Tax $ 63.2 $ 39.0 61.7% $ 66.7 $ 36.6 54.9% Utility Tax 25.4 12.8 50.4% 26.2 12.7 48.5% Telecommunications 20.3 10.1 49.8% 23.4 10.8 46.2% Business License 46.3 4.3 9.3% 52.0 5.6 10.8% Automobile License 11.6 5.4 46.6% 11.7 4.4 37.6% Hotel 5.8 5.2 89.7% 7.8 5.9 75.6% Meal 37.0 22.0 59.5% 41.0 27.2 66.3% Cigarette 9.0 5.2 57.8% 10.4 5.7 54.8% Misc.Local Taxes 11.0 7.3 66.4% 11.7 4.9 41.9% Total Other Local Taxes $ 229.6 $ 111.3 48.5% $ 250.9 $ 113.8 45.4% February 16, 2021 32 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS INTERIM FINANCIAL UPDATE ITEM#71271 (Continued) FY 2021 General Fund - Other Local Taxes •1-month Lag •2-month Lag • Hotel •Sales Tax • Meal •Utility Tax •Amusement •Telecommunications •Cigarette •Automobile Here are the Trustee Taxes March through January 2021 vs. 2020: Trustee Taxes March through January 2021 vs 2020 Mar 4 M_ya lune 1 114 55 OR Na Dec Jan Subtotal Hotel: 2019/2010 S 4,049,695 $ 3981,606 $ 2,529,218 $ 3,525,465 $ 5,276,334 $ 6,683,567 $ 6,332,151 $ 3,766,607 $ L722,902 $ 1,186,402 $ 959,910 $38,073,887 2020/2021 503,179 886,278 465,934 1,823,285 4,100,503 4,822,551 5,974,141 3,464,470 1,558,617 1,254,756 947,217 25,821,261 Difference r,.l346.1 13,546,516) (1,095,328) (2,043,284) (1,762,180) (3175,831) (L861,016) 1357,710) (302137) (161,285) 68,354 (12,693) 112252,626) -88% -55% -81% -49% -22% -28% -6% -8% -10% 6% -1% -32% Mar 3 June 591 Ls539 OR Nov Dec Jan Subtotal Meal: 2019/2020 4,268,089 6,543,926 5,790,781 6,314,715 6,919,767 6,917,362 6,383,237 6,417,699 5,432,762 5,490,377 5,623,219 66,101,934 2020/2021 3,492,910 4,316,092 2832941 1540,479 843,992 6,014,374 6,087,066 5,896,109 5,023,232 5,275,514 5,222,843 46,545,643 DiNerence ray 594+4 (775,1791 (2227,834) (3957,840) 14,774,236) 16,075,775) (902,988) (136,171) (523599) 1409,470) (214,863) (400,336) (19,556,291) 18% -34% -51% -76% -88% -13% -5% -8% -8% -4% -7% .30% Admission: 2019/2020 324,20 389,605 606,030 718,364 3454,865 3366,934 983999 371,862 676,718 439361 490,270 7,151216 2020/2021 178,9E5 222,783 52,452 69,424 210,284 467,693 315,228 337,723 265,191 _ 202,775 201,580 2524,118 DiNerence tat N.,1 (145,223) (166,822) (553,579) (678,939) (1,244,581) (899,241) (667,771) (31,139) (411,527) 1236,586) 1288,690) (5,327,099) -45% -43% -91% -91% -86% -66% -68% -9% .61% -54% -59% .68% General Sales: 2019/2020 4,421,666 4,472,653 5,506,848 5,459,852 6,076,402 6,018,683 7,171,999 6,374,487 5,770,4113 5,532,769 6,349,238 63,385,013 2020/2021 4,903,345 4,454,350 5,360,274 4,906,028 5,715,402 6,704,909 7,0E5,459 6,705,539 6,412,832 6,153,285 5,919,383 64,320,851 Deerence r,.oma.i $ 181,679 $ (18,3031$ (146,574)5 (553,824)$ (281, )$ 686,226 $ (386,540)S 331,052 $ 642,464 $ 620,516 $ (4n,855)$ 935,841 11% 0% -3% •10% -5% 11% -5% 5% 11% 11% -7% 1% February 16, 2021 33 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS INTERIM FINANCIAL UPDATE ITEM#71271 (Continued) Here are the Hotel Taxes March through January 2021 vs. 2020: Hotel Taxes March through January 2021 vs 2020 58,000,000 57,000,000 56,000,000 $5,000,000 $4,000,000 53,000,000 52,000,000 51,000,000 5- Mar Apr May June July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan 2019/2020 2020/2021 — —2019/2020 in 2020/2021 5 7 Here are the Meal Taxes March through January 2021 vs. 2020: Meal Taxes March through January 2021 vs 2020 $6,500,000 $5,500,000 \�r— $4,500,000 $3,500,000 Taxes Assessed and Not Collected $2,500,000 During Meal Tax Holiday June(May Sales)-$2.9 M $1,500,000 July(June Sales)-$4.2 M $500,000 Mar Apr May June July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan 2019/2020 2020/2021 — —2019/2020 in 2020/2021$ February 16, 2021 34 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS INTERIM FINANCIAL UPDATE ITEM#71271 (Continued) Here are the FY 2021 General Fund-Expenditures as of January 31 st: FY 2021 General Fund - Expenditures January 31, 2021 ($ in millions) FY 2021 FY 2020 Budget YID % Budget ICED In Expenses and Encumbrances Salaries 1 $ 304.6 $ 176.4 57.9% $ 313.1 $ 172.7 55.2% Fringe Benefits 1 114.7 63.3 55.2% 110.1 60.2 54.7% Other Operating Expenses 2 213.9 143.2 66.9% 189.4 129.3 68.3% Leases 10.0 9.0 90.0% 8.5 3.8 44.7% Capital Outlay 8.3 5.9 71.1% 9.2 7.4 80.4% Transfers 574.6 345.8 60.2% 565.4 342.2 60.5% Debt Service 58.5 30.1 51.5% 54.4 27.0 49.6% Reserve for Contingencies 5.3 - 0.0% 3.9 - 0.0% Total Expenditures $ 1,289.9 $ 773.7 60.0% $ 1,254.0 $ 742.6 59.2% 1 FY2021 includes Hazard,Emergency Responders and Appreciation Pay-$6.0M 2 FY2021 include$16.4M payment to United Way Note:FY2021 Encumbrances are$9.6M hi:her than.rior ear. Here is the FY 2021 General Fund Summary as of January 31': FY2021 General Fund Summary January 31, 2021 100% ACTUAL REVENUES YTD=5543.6 M/51,182 M 93A%N, / pA%�- t ACTUAL EXPENDITURES YTD.5773.7 M/51,289.9 M » ../1 BO% 72.0%, 77.0%' Jr f 64.6% ✓' Y / 50M/ 60% __. ___..__ _._.._.__._.-._____� ___.7-.-WANV 55.464 sue" 46.2% 551.6%46.0% 4D.1% 40% I% / 44. '38 31.3% Se.! 3t,7% EI1i .40 23A% el 30.1%26.0% A6" ''15.6% O.M.5.0%1.6% 0.7%014 h6 147 APP Mry 1� 1.. February 16, 2021 35 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS INTERIM FINANCIAL UPDATE ITEM#71271 (Continued) Here is the Summary: Summary • FY 2021 General Fund Revenues and Expenditures tracking comparable to prior years as a % of budget. • FY 2021 Trustee Taxes continues to trail Prior Year • Real Estate Collection Percentages: • FY2021 through Jan 31 —98.1% • FY2020 through Jan 31—98.4% Here are the Next Steps: Next Steps March 16, 2021 March 23, 2021 April 20, 2021 Mayor Dyer expressed his appreciation to Ms. Hu for the presentation. February 16, 2021 36 CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION ITEM#71272 5:13 P.M. Council Member Rouse requested to have a question answered during the upcoming retreat concerning City Council Members tasking staff to write formal letters on behalf of City Council when the Body has not made a formal public or political position on the issue. Council Member Rouse expressed concern that some Council Members are using staff to articulate their position and requested a discussion on the formality of tasking staff to write letters on behalf of City Council Members during the City Council Retreat. Council Member Berlucchi advised there is a difference between public policy and political positions and the recent issue relates to public policy and believes it is appropriate to task staff to support City Council Members on public policy matters that are of interest to citizens. Council Member Moss advised the state is updating their budget forecast and requested to have the updated information available at the next City Council Meeting. Council Member Wilson advised the Southside Network Authority(SNA)hired CTC Technology&Energy to develop a regional connectivity fiber ring, including determining the cost and location of the ring. Council Member Wilson advised the design is 60% and the estimated total cost is $23-Million, with the City's share estimated to be$7-Million. Council Member Wilson advised the SNA discussed three(3)ways of going forward; 1) cities can pay their shared cost and operate the network, which would include managing and marketing; 2) cities can pay their shared cost and hire a company to operate it; or 3) have the private sector pay for the City's shared cost and operate it with the City receiving certain benefits. Council Member Wilson advised the benefits would have to be negotiated but could include revenue, providing schools with free broadband and other social areas in need. Council Member Wilson advised the City has a lot of competing needs with flooding, stormwater, sea level rise, employee salaries as well as costs related to the pandemic. Council Member Wilson advised there are private companies who would like to run it but requested to hear what other Council Members think. Council Member Moss advised he wanted to mention tourism advertising for this summer and explained based on a report by the Federal Reserve Board, there is an estimated$1.9-Trillion in the personal saving rate due to suppressed purchasing and as a consequence of the pandemic, and expected to increase to $2.4-Trillion by the middle of summer. Council Member Moss advised there is a lot of demand for tourism and is hopeful the City will take advantage of the opportunity tourism will bring this summer. Council Member Tower advised he agrees with Council Member Moss on the importance on advertising but is most concerned about vacancies in the Convention and Visitor's Center. Council Member Tower advised City Council needs to be responsive to corporate citizens who work on tourism and have a plan to address both vacancies and advertising quickly. Council Member Tower responded to the Broadband Network issue, advising he would like to push for an expert analysis on the return of the network before deciding to turn it over to the private sector. Council Member Tower advised the cost does not seem to be much money for an investment that could be have extraordinary value for the City. Council Member Wilson advised if the City chose the private sector option, the City would always maintain ownership but would lease it out to the private sector to operate. No further discussion. February 16, 2021 37 CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS ITEM#71273 5:30 P.M. There were no City Council Comments February 16, 2021 38 AGENDA REVIEW SESSION ITEM#71274 5:31 P.M. BY CONSENSUS, the following shall compose the Legislative CONSENT AGENDA: G. ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION 1. Ordinance to APPROPRIATE from the Fund Balance of the General Fund: $12.4-Million to United Way of South Hampton Roads re small business grants; $350,000 to Parks&Recreation Department re Summer Youth Employee Program; $309,000 to Police Department re body worn camera program;and $3,518,767 to City Council Special Pandemic and Vaccine Support Reserve re future unforeseen pandemic expenses 2. Ordinance to DECLARE 2.361+/- acres at 5694 Wesleyan Drive in EXCESS of the City's needs and AUTHORIZE the City Manager to sell same to Ebenezer Baptist Church re overflow parking needs 3. Resolution to DIRECT the City Manager to create a Virginia Beach Small Business Initiative division within the Virginia Beach Website re outreach and support for small businesses (Requested by Council Member Wooten) 4. Ordinance to AUTHORIZE a $5,000 micro-grant to Am I My Brother's Keeper re essential life services and assistance to homeless individuals(Requested by Mayor Dyer) 5. Ordinance to CONVERT a part-time position (0.61 FTE) to a full-time position (1.0 FTE) in the Office of the City Attorney and AUTHORIZE a transfer of funds from available appropriations re telecommunication legal services 6. Ordinances to ACCEPT and APPROPRIATE: a. $72,500 from VB Home Now, Inc. to FY2020-21 Housing and Neighborhood Preservation Operating Budget re housing assistance programs b. $450,000 from Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services to FY2020-21 Police Department Operating Budget re purchase of software, and training and development services to assist with the recruitment and retention of sworn personnel and support criminal justice reform c. $20,000 from Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services to FY2020-21 Police Department Operating Budget re Southern Virginia Internet Crime Against Children (ICAC) investigations February 16, 2021 39 AGENDA REVIEW SESSION ITEM#71274 (Continued) d. $26,379.68 from Virginia Department of Health to FY2020-21 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Operating Budget re support rescue squad operations and training e. $150,000 from What Works Cities to FY2020-21 Economic Development Operating Budget re early childhood language development program f $74,804 from Virginia Department of Emergency Management to FY2020-21 Emergency Management Operating Budget and AUTHORIZE a local match from existing resources re support of COVID-19 vaccinations and health equity initiatives for vulnerable populations 7. Ordinance to TRANSFER $800,000 from Debt Service in the General Fund to FY2020-21 Voter Registration and Elections Operating Budget re June 2021 Primary Election expenses G. ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION: ITEM#1 WILL BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY MAYOR DYER WILL VOTE VERBAL NAY ON ITEM#3 COUNCIL MEMBER MOSS WILL VOTE VERBAL NAY ON ITEM#3 VICE MAYOR WOOD WILL VOTE VERBAL NAY ON ITEM#3 ITEM#6b WILL BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY February 16, 2021 40 AGENDA REVIEW SESSION ITEM#71274 (Continued) BY CONSENSUS, the following shall compose the Planning CONSENT AGENDA: H. PLANNING 1. WOODHOUSE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP for a Variance to Section 4.4(b) of the Subdivision Regulations re minimum lot width and street line frontage requirements at 1805 Estates Court DISTRICT 5-LYNNHAVEN 2. BOAZ BENJAMIN BROTHERS for a Variance to Section 4.4(b) of the Subdivision Regulations re combine three(3)existing parcels into one(1)lot at 1944 Pleasant Ridge Road DISTRICT 7- PRINCESS ANNE 3. THOMAS A.BROWN for a Variance to Section 4.4(b&d)of the Subdivision Regulations re direct access to a public street and street line frontage requirements at 2888 Indian River Road DISTRICT 7-PRINCESS ANNE 4. MICHAEL & FELICIA JULIANO for a Street Closure re 7.5 foot by 50-foot portion of an unimproved alley adjacent to 804 Vanderbilt Avenue DISTRICT 6-BEACH 5. FIVE POINTS, LLC for a Modification of Proffers re install drive-through aisle and small retaining wall at 2005 Lynnhaven Parkway DISTRICT 3-ROSE HALL (Approved February 27, 1996) 6. ST. JOHN THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH& SCHOOL/THE ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF RICHMOND for a Modification of Conditions re religious use and private school at 1968 Sandbridge Road DISTRICT 7-PRINCESS ANNE(Approved August 24, 1993) 7. WILSON R. BALLANCE, JR., for a Conditional Change of Zoning from AG-2 Agricultural District to Conditional R-5D Residential District re create two (2) single family building lots at 621 Dam Neck Road DISTRICT 7-PRINCESS ANNE 8. OLD DAM NECK, LLC/ FRANCES G. WILLIS, WILLIAM E. GILBERT, BONNIE J. GARRETT, CATHERINE D. MEREDITH, AND JOHN J. WEINBRECHT, JR., for a Conditional Change of Zoning from AG-2 Agricultural District to Conditional B-2 Community Business District and a Conditional Use Permit re mini warehouse at 1081, 1087, 1089 Old Dam Neck Road and an adjacent parcel West of 1089 Old Dam Neck Road DISTRICT 7-PRINCESS ANNE 9. WILLIAM T. & CAROLYN DALE WEEMSfor a Conditional Use Permit re outdoor recreation facility at 1420 Claudia Drive DISTRICT 4-BAYSIDE 10. ASIA MITCHELL/TOUZOS FAMILY,LP for a Conditional Use Permit re beauty salon at 4654 Haygood Road, Suite D DISTRICT 4-BAYSIDE 11. XPERT SERVICES,LLC/VB INVESTMENTS,LLC for a Conditional Use Permit re car wash facility at 4937 Broad Street DISTRICT 4-BAYSIDE February 16, 2021 41 AGENDA REVIEW SESSION ITEM#71274 (Continued) 12. VERDAD REAL ESTATE& CONSTRUCTION/SRGS,LLC,PENNYR.PITTS REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST, & ADAMS OUTDOOR LIMITED PARTNERSHIP for a Conditional Use Permit re automobile service station at 4493 Shore Drive DISTRICT 4—BAYSIDE 13. BRANT FELDMAN for a Conditional Use Permit re outdoor recreation facility (skateboard ramp) at 1708 River Court DISTRICT 5—LYNNHAVEN 14. JANICE HART for a Conditional Use Permit re home-based wildlife rehabilitation facility at 1203 Gunn Hall Drive DISTRICT 7—PRINCESS ANNE 15. HOME DEPOT, U.S.A., INC.for Conditional Use Permits re bulk storage yard, and truck & trailer rentals at 2324 Elson Green Avenue DISTRICT 7—PRINCESS ANNE 16. CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH— Ordinance to ADOPT and INCORPORATE into the Virginia Beach Comprehensive Plan the Virginia Beach Active Transportation Plan 2021 to supersede the Virginia Beach Bikeways and Trails Plan 2011 and AMEND Section 2.1 re active transportation H. PLANNING ITEMS: ITEM#3 WILL BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY ITEM#7 WILL BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY ITEM#8 WILL BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY ITEM#9 WILL BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY ITEM#11 WILL BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY ITEM#12 WILL BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY COUNCIL MEMBER MOSS FILED A DISCLOSURE ON ITEM#15 Recess 5:46 P.M. —6:00 P.M. February 16, 2021 42 FORMAL SESSION VIRGINIA BEACH CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 16, 2021 6:07 P.M. Mayor Dyer called to order the SPECIAL MEETING BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION MEANS of the VIRGINIA BEACH CITY COUNCIL on Tuesday, February 16, 2021, at 6:07 P.M. Mayor Dyer personally opened the meeting in the Virginia Beach Convention Center, Suite 5, while all other members of City Council appeared electronically via WebEx. Council Members Present: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: Vice Mayor James L. Wood had technical difficulties and joined at 6:08 P.M. Council Member Rosemary Wilson DISCLOSED that she is a real estate agent affiliated with Howard Hanna Real Estate Services("Howard Hanna'), who's Oceanfront Office is located at 303 34th Street Suite 102, Virginia Beach, VA 23451. Because of the nature of realtor and real estate agent affiliation, the size of Howard Hanna, and the volume of transactions it handles in any given year, Howard Hanna has an interest in numerous matters in which she is not personally involved and of which she does not have personal knowledge. In order to ensure her compliance with both the letter and the spirit of the State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act(the `Act'), it is her practice to thoroughly review the agenda for each meeting of City Council for the purpose of identifying any matters in which she might have an actual or potential conflict. If, during her review of the agenda for any given meeting of the Council, she identifies a matter in which she has a `personal interest,"as defined in the Act,she will file the appropriate disclosure letter to be recorded in the official records of the City Council. Council Member Wilson regularly makes this disclosure. Her letter of February 20, 2018 is hereby made part of the record. February 16, 2021 43 Council Member Rosemary Wilson also DISCLOSED she has a personal interest in Dixon Hughes Goodman and receives income from the firm as a result of her late husband's employment. The income is proceeds from the sale of his partnership interest,paid out over an extended period of time. She is not an employee of Dixon Hughes Goodman, does not have any role in management of the company and does is not privy to its client list. However, due to the size of Dixon Hughes Goodman and the volume of transactions it handles in any given year,Dixon Hughes Goodman may have an interest in matters of which she has no personal knowledge. In that regard, she is always concerned about the appearance of impropriety that might arise if she unknowingly participates in a matter before City Council in which Dixon Hughes Goodman has an interest. In order to ensure her compliance with both the letter and spirit of the State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act (the "Act'), it is her practice to thoroughly review each City Council agenda to identify any matters in which she might have an actual or potential conflict. If,during her review of an agenda,she identifies a matter in which she has a `personal interest", as defined by the Act, she 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. Council Member Wilson's letter of June 2, 2015 is hereby made a part of the record. February 16, 2021 44 ITEM— VILC.1 MINUTES ITEM#71275 Upon motion by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Tower, City Council APPROVED the MINUTES of the SPECIAL SESSION of December 15,2020 Voting: 10-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Abstaining: Vice Mayor James L. Wood Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 45 ITEM— VILC.2 MINUTES ITEM#71276 Upon motion by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Tower, City Council APPROVED the MINUTES of the SPECIAL SESSION of January 26,2021 Voting: 10-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Abstaining: Vice Mayor James L. Wood Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 46 ITEM— VILC.3 MINUTES ITEM#71277 Upon motion by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Tower, City Council APPROVED the MINUTES of the SPECIAL SESSION of February 2, 2021 Voting: 10-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Abstaining: Vice Mayor James L. Wood Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 47 ITEM— VII.D.1 MAYOR'S PRESENTATION ITEM#71278 APPRECIATION OF ROBERT PRESTON MIDGETT II This presentation has been re-scheduled. February 16, 2021 48 ITEM— VILE.] PUBLIC HEARING ITEM#71279 Mayor Dyer DECLARED a PUBLIC HEARING: APPROPRIATION OF PANDEMIC RELIEF RESERVE FUNDING There being no speakers, Mayor Dyer CLOSED the PUBLIC HEARING February 16, 2021 49 ITEM— VILF FORMAL SESSION AGENDA ITEM#71280 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council APPROVED, BY CONSENT, Agenda Items Ordinances/Resolutions G: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6a/c/d/e/f, and 7, and Planning Items H: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 10, 13, 14, 15, and 16 Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None G. ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION: ITEM#1 WILL BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY MAYOR DYER WILL VOTE VERBAL NAY ON ITEM#3 COUNCIL MEMBER MOSS WILL VOTE VERBAL NAY ON ITEM#3 VICE MAYOR WOOD WILL VOTE VERBAL NAY ON ITEM#3 ITEM#6b WILL BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY H.PLANNING ITEMS: ITEM#3 WILL BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY ITEM#7 WILL BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY ITEM#8 WILL BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY ITEM#9 WILL BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY ITEM#11 WILL BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY ITEM#12 WILL BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY February 16, 2021 50 ITEM VIL G.1 ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION ITEM#71281 The following registered to speak: Carl Wright, 1144 Mondrian Loop, Phone: 235-5596, did not respond Upon motion by Council Member Moss, seconded by Council Member Rouse, City Council ADOPTED Ordinance to APPROPRIATE from the Fund Balance of the General Fund: $12.4-Million to United Way of South Hampton Roads re small business grants; $350,000 to Parks&Recreation Department re Summer Youth Employee Program; $309,000 to Police Department re body worn camera program; and $3,518,767 to City Council Special Pandemic and Vaccine Support Reserve re future unforeseen pandemic expenses Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 1 AN ORDINANCE TO APPROPRIATE $16,577,767 FROM 2 THE FUND BALANCE OF THE GENERAL FUND FOR 3 FURTHER PANDEMIC RELIEF AND ASSISTANCE, THE 4 SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAM, AND COSTS ASSOCIATED 5 WITH THE BODY WORN CAMERA PROGRAM 6 7 WHEREAS, the City of Virginia Beach recognizes that there are citizens and 8 businesses that are in need of further financial relief and assistance due to the 9 coronavirus pandemic; 10 11 WHEREAS, the City Council directed the City Manager to place a reservation upon 12 the Fund Balance of the General Fund for such purposes and this reservation still contains 13 amounts that have yet to be assigned for any program or initiative; 14 15 WHEREAS, the City of Virginia Beach recognizes that there are additional City 16 operations and initiatives that will provide for the public safety, public health, and 17 economic well-being of the citizens of the City; and 18 19 WHEREAS, the City of Virginia Beach will hold a public hearing on February 16, 20 2021 to allow public input upon the proposed uses of the funds for pandemic relief and 21 assistance. 22 23 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF 24 VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA THAT: 25 26 $16,577,767 is hereby appropriated, with specific fund reserves increased 27 accordingly, from the fund balance from the General Fund from such amounts that were 28 previously reserved for pandemic relief, to the FY 2020-21 City General Fund Operating 29 Budget. These funds are for the following purposes: 30 31 a. $12.4 million for a donation to the United Way of South Hampton Roads ("The 32 United Way"). These funds are intended to be used to provide emergency 33 assistance to the residents and business operators of the City. The United Way 34 is hereby requested to use such funds for the following purposes: 35 36 i. $4 million for small business grants, with not less than $1 million 37 reserved for Virginia Beach restaurants; 38 ii. $400,000 for capital investment in Small, Woman-owned, and Minority- 39 owned (SWaM) businesses through the Hive small business start-up 40 and workforce development initiative; 41 iii. $6 million for grants to non-profit organizations, located in or serving the 42 City of Virginia Beach and its residents, to assist with organizational 43 operational costs and expenses; and 44 iv. $2 million for individuals and families for medical expenses (including 45 mental health services, co-pays or coinsurance); emergency assistance, 46 or unemployment needs; 47 48 b. $350,000 to the Department of Parks & Recreation's FY 2020-21 Operating 49 Budget for expansion of the Summer Youth Employee Program; 50 51 c. $309,000 to the Police Department's FY 2020-21 Operating Budget for the 52 purchase of Body Worn Camera equipment and associated subscription and 53 licensing costs; and 54 55 d. $3,518,767 million to the City Council Special Pandemic and Vaccine Support 56 Reserve in the FY 2020-21 Operating Budget subject to future direction by the 57 City Council regarding the use of such funds. Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the 16 t h day of February , 2021. Requires an affirmative vote by a majority of all of the members of City Council. APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY Budget and Management Services 's Office CA15323 R-1 February 3, 2021 51 ITEM VII.G.2 ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION ITEM#71282 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council ADOPTED,BY CONSENT, Ordinance to DECLARE 2.361+/-acres at 5694 Wesleyan Drive in EXCESS of the City's needs and AUTHORIZE the City Manager to sell same to Ebenezer Baptist Church re overflow parking needs Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 1 AN ORDINANCE DECLARING CITY-OWNED 2 PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5694 WESLEYAN DRIVE 3 (GPIN 1468-15-2253) TO BE IN EXCESS OF THE 4 CITY'S NEEDS AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY 5 MANAGER TO SELL SAME TO EBENEZER 6 BAPTIST CHURCH 7 8 WHEREAS, the City of Virginia Beach (the "City") is the owner of 9 102,845± sq. ft. of vacant property located at 5694 Wesleyan Drive (the "Property"), and 10 more particularly described on Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof; 11 12 WHEREAS, the City acquired the Property by voluntary agreement in 13 1990; 14 15 WHEREAS, the Property was put to public use as a neighborhood park, 16 but this use has since been discontinued; 17 18 WHEREAS, Ebenezer Baptist Church ("Ebenezer") owns 965 Baker 19 Road, which is located on the opposite side of Baker Road from the Property; 20 21 WHEREAS, Ebenezer has offered to purchase the Property for $75,000; 22 23 WHEREAS, Ebenezer will purchase the Property in accordance with the 24 Summary of Terms attached hereto as Exhibit "B" and made a part hereof; and 25 26 WHEREAS, the City Council is of the opinion that the Property is in 27 excess of the needs of the City of Virginia Beach. 28 29 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY 30 OF VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA: 31 32 That the Property, as more particularly described on Exhibit "A", is hereby 33 declared to be in excess of the needs of the City of Virginia Beach and that the City 34 Manager is hereby authorized to execute any documents necessary to convey the 35 Property to Ebenezer Baptist Church in accordance with the attached Summary of 36 Terms and such other terms, conditions or modifications as may be acceptable to the 37 City Manager and in a form deemed satisfactory by the City Attorney. 38 39 Further, that the revenue from the sale of the Property in the amount of 40 $75,000 shall be received and deposited in the General Fund Account 41 #100.405.5000.442020. 42 43 This Ordinance shall be effective from the date of its adoption. 44 45 Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the 46 l6thday of February , 2021. CA14868 R-1 01/11/21 \\vbgov.com\dfs 1\applications\citylaw\cycom32\wpdocs\d012\p037\00693955.doc THIS ORDINANCE REQUIRES AN AFFIRMATIVE VOTE OF THREE-FOURTHS OF ALL COUNCIL MEMBERS ELECTED TO COUNCIL. APPROVED AS TO CONTENT APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY t� Public Works/Real Estate Ci y orney is Office j APPROVED AS TO CONTENT 04/ f Budget & Management Services EXHIBIT "A" LEGAL DESCRIPTION 5694 Wesleyan Drive; GPIN 1468-15-2253: ALL THAT certain lot, tract or parcel of land together with improvements thereon belonging, lying, situated and being in the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia and designated and described as: "GPIN 1468-15-2253 PARCEL A M.B. 169 PG. 15 N/F CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH D.B. 2936 PG. 2186," and further described as "RESIDUAL PARCEL AREA 102,845 SQ. FT. 2.361 ACRES," as shown on that certain plat entitled: "PLAT SHOWING RIGHT-OF- WAY AND EASEMENT HEREBY ESTABLISHED ON THE PROPERTY OF CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH FOR WESLEYAN DRIVE IMPROVEMENTS CIP 2-145, PWCN 09-0381 VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA," Scale: 1" = 30', dated April 14, 2011 , which plat is recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia as Instrument Number 20110727000757000, to which reference is made for a more particular description. SUBJECT TO that certain variable width Verizon South, Inc. easement as shown on the aforesaid plat. SUBJECT TO that certain 150' Virginia Power Easement as shown on the aforesaid plat. RESERVING UNTO THE CITY all right, title and interest of the City in and to any and all easements, rights of way, private roads and other rights of access, ingress and/or egress adjacent to, appurtenant to or in any way benefiting the City and/or public. FURTHER RESERVING unto to the City all traffic control, utility, and drainage easements necessary to operate and maintain any existing facilities on or near the Property, and a 5' traffic control easement along Wesleyan Drive and Baker Road for the placement of streetlight poles and associated infrastructure. IT BEING a portion of the same property conveyed to the City of Virginia Beach by Deed from Campus East Associates, Inc. dated August 21, 1990 and recorded in the aforesaid Clerk's Office in Deed Book 2936, at page 2186. EXHIBIT "B" SUMMARY OF TERMS SALE OF EXCESS PROPERTY SELLER: City of Virginia Beach PURCHASER: Ebenezer Baptist Church, a Virginia nonstock corporation PROPERTY: 2.361± acres of land located at the corner of Wesleyan Drive and Baker Road known as 5694 Wesleyan Drive (GPIN 1468-15-2253), more particularly described on Exhibit A. SALE PRICE: $75,000 CONDITIONS OF SALE: • The Property will be sold by Special Warranty "As Is, Where Is." • The Purchaser shall reserve unto the City all right, title and interest to any and all easements, rights of way, private roads and other rights of access, ingress and/or egress adjacent to, appurtenant to or in any way benefiting the City and/or public. The Purchaser shall also reserve unto the City all traffic control, utility, and drainage easements necessary to operate and maintain any existing facilities on or near the Property, and a 5' traffic control easement along Wesleyan Drive and Baker Road for the placement of streetlight poles and associated infrastructure. • The Purchaser shall submit a lighting plan to the City's Planning Department for approval prior to the installation of lights on the Property. • The City shall reserve the right of repurchase of the Property for $75,000 in the event the Property ceases to be used in connection with church purposes affiliated with the Purchaser. • Purchaser shall deposit Five Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($5,000.00) at the execution of the Purchase Agreement. • Purchaser has sixty (60) days from execution of the Agreement of Sale to notify Seller of any conditions that would render the Property unsuitable for Purchaser's intended use. • The City and Purchaser shall each be responsible for their own costs of closing. • Approval of this sale shall be revoked if closing has not occurred on or before February 2, 2022, unless extended by City Council prior to such date. • 4 GEED vi3, c2,, 1 \ e��� \ \-- 0, c:), ❑ p 7o 07f)24 WOODG w _�— E\ \ u 11 * 0 i 'cc-_ , wES m i D(fYgNOR r S' ATHJ 'INAGE . 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Tower, Rosemary Wilson and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Voting Nay: Mayor Robert M. Dyer, John D. Moss and Vice Mayor James L. Wood Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 REQUESTED BY COUNCILMEMBER WOOTEN 1 A RESOLUTION TO DIRECT THE CITY MANAGER 2 TO CREATE A VIRGINIA BEACH SMALL 3 BUSINESS INITIATIVE AS A DIVISION WITHIN 4 THE VIRGINIA BEACH WEBSITE AND TO 5 PROVIDE THE DETAILS THEREOF 6 7 WHEREAS, the City of Virginia Beach prides itself on supporting and sustaining 8 all businesses; 9 10 WHEREAS, there is no specific vehicle to assist small businesses; 11 12 WHEREAS, small businesses require resources, support, and attention to grow, 13 expand, and develop their businesses; 14 15 WHEREAS, Councilmember Wooten proposes a new initiative to create a division 16 within the Virginia Beach website that contains component webpages specifically 17 designed to provide outreach and support for small businesses, and the Councilmember 18 would like the initiative to be called, "Launch Virginia Beach;" 19 20 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY 21 OF VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA, THAT 22 23 The City Manager is hereby directed to create a Virginia Beach small business 24 initiative division within the Virginia Beach website called "Launch Virginia Beach." 25 26 The Virginia Beach small business initiative shall encompass a five-point 27 approach: 28 • Consolidation of previous efforts; 29 • Enhanced search experience; 30 • Provide small businesses with a voice where they feel that their voice is not 31 merged with big business; 32 • Create an aggressive effort to appeal to and support small businesses; 33 • Creates a calling card to business owners all over the region that Virginia 34 Beach supports small business owners; and 35 • Other projects that will be promoted include: 36 o Advocating solutions associated with the licensing process; 37 o Formulate a list of small business problems to be published on the 38 web portal and addressed in a methodical method; and 39 o A streamlined process to start a business. 40 41 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, THAT: 42 43 The Virginia Beach small business initiative shall include a small business 44 directory, but this directory is to be delayed until such time as appropriate staff and 45 resources are available to develop and maintain such directory. 46 47 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, THAT: 48 49 The City Manager is directed to undertake the above initiative using existing 50 appropriations. However, if there is a need for the City Council to provide additional 51 appropriation authority, the City Manager is directed to forthwith communicate that need 52 to the City Council. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on this 16th day of February , 2021. APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: City Attorney's Office CA15311 R-5 February 16, 2021 53 ITEM VIL G.4 ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION ITEM#71284 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council ADOPTED,BY CONSENT, Ordinance to AUTHORIZE a$5,000 micro-grant to Am I My Brother's Keeper re essential life services and assistance to homeless individuals (Requested by Mayor Dyer) Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 REQUESTED BY MAYOR DYER 1 AN ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE A MICRO-GRANT OF 2 $5,000 TO AM I MY BROTHER'S KEEPER 3 4 WHEREAS, Am I My Brother's Keeper has requested a micro-grant from the City 5 of Virginia Beach; 6 7 NOW, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, 8 VIRGINIA: 9 10 That a micro-grant in the amount of $5,000 is hereby authorized for Am I My 11 Brother's Keeper from the FY 2020-21 Non-Departmental Operating Budget in order to 12 assist Am I My Brother's Keeper in its efforts regarding homelessness including in the 13 purchase of a tent. Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia on the 16 t h day of February , 2021. APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: t Budget and Management Services City n s Office CA15315 R-1 February 1, 2021 54 ITEM VII.G.5 ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION ITEM#71285 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council ADOPTED,BY CONSENT, Ordinance to CONVERT a part-time position (0.61 FTE) to a full-time position (1.0 FTE) in the Office of the City Attorney and AUTHORIZE a transfer of funds from available appropriations re telecommunication legal services Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 1 AN ORDINANCE TO CONVERT A PART-TIME POSITION 2 TO A FULL-TIME POSITION IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY 3 ATTORNEY AND TO AUTHORIZE THE TRANSFER OF 4 FUNDS IN FURTHERANCE THEREOF 5 6 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, 7 VIRGINIA THAT: 8 9 1. A 0.61 FTE part-time position is hereby converted to a 1.0 full-time FTE in the 10 Office of the City Attorney. 11 12 2. The City Manager is hereby directed to transfer funds from available appropriations 13 to support the FTE conversion above. Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the 16 t h day of February 2021 APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: 1-114- Budget and Management Services City A y's Office CA15317 R-1 February 1, 2021 55 ITEM VIL G.6a ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION ITEM#71286 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council ADOPTED, BY CONSENT, Ordinance to ACCEPT and APPROPRIATE: a. $72,500 from VB Home Now, Inc. to FY2020-21 Housing and Neighborhood Preservation Operating Budget re housing assistance programs Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 1 AN ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT AND APPROPRIATE A 2 DONATION FROM VB HOME NOW, INC. TO THE 3 DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND NEIGHBORHOOD 4 PRESERVATION 5 6 WHEREAS, VB Home Now, Inc., has provided the City, through the Department 7 of Housing and Neighborhood Preservation, a donation totaling $110,000 for the City's 8 housing assistance programs; and 9 10 WHEREAS, the donation exceeds the anticipated amount in the Department's 11 budget by $72,500, so an appropriation is required. 12 13 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, 14 VIRGINIA THAT: 15 16 That $72,500 is hereby accepted and appropriated, with donation revenue 17 increased accordingly, from the VB Home Now, Inc. to the FY 2020-21 Operating Budget 18 of the Department of Housing and Neighborhood Preservation for housing assistance 19 programs. Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia on the 16 t h day of February , 2021. nctu;res an affirmative vote by a majority of all members of the City Council. APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: of — — Btidget & Management Services City or 's Office CA15319 R-1 February 1, 2021 56 ITEM VIL G.6b ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION ITEM#71287 The following registered to speak: Carl Wright, 1144 Mondrian Loop, Phone: 235-5596, did not respond Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council ADOPTED Ordinance to ACCEPT and APPROPRIATE: b. $450,000 from Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services to FY2020-21 Police Department Operating Budget re purchase of software, and training and development services to assist with the recruitment and retention of sworn personnel and support criminal justice reform Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 1 AN ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT AND APPROPRIATE FUNDS 2 FROM THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL 3 JUSTICE SERVICES FOR THE RECRUITMENT AND 4 RETENTION OF SWORN PERSONNEL AND CRIMINAL 5 JUSTICE REFORM 6 7 WHEREAS, the City received a total of$500,267 from the Commonwealth through 8 the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services; 9 10 WHEREAS, the Police Department has recommended appropriation of $450,000 11 at this time for recruitment and retention programs; and 12 13 WHEREAS, the Police Department will bring forward a proposal at a future date 14 for the City Council to appropriate the remaining $50,627 for the recruitment and retention 15 of sworn personnel and criminal justice reform. 16 17 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, 18 VIRGINIA THAT: 19 20 $450,000 from the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services is hereby 21 accepted and appropriated, with state revenue increased accordingly, to the FY 2020-21 22 Operating Budget of the Police Department for the purchase of software and for 23 professional training and development services. Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the 16th day Of February , 2021. Requires an affirmative vote by a majority of all of the members of City Council. APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY Budget and Management ervices City A ey's Office CA15316 R-1 February 1, 2021 57 ITEM VILG.6c ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION ITEM#71288 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council ADOPTED, BY CONSENT, Ordinance to ACCEPT and APPROPRIATE: c. $20,000 from Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services to FY2020-21 Police Department Operating Budget re Southern Virginia Internet Crime Against Children (ICAC) investigations Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 1 AN ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT AND APPROPRIATE GRANT 2 FUNDS TO THE POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR ENHANCED 3 EFFORTS TO ADDRESS INTERNET CRIMES AGAINST 4 CHILDREN 5 6 NOW, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, 7 VIRGINIA THAT: 8 9 $20,000 from the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, via the 10 Southern Virginia Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and the Bedford County 11 Sheriffs Office, is hereby accepted and appropriated, with revenue from the 12 Commonwealth increased accordingly, to the FY 2020-21 Police Department Operating 13 Budget for overtime for Southern Virginia Internet Crime Against Children (ICAC) Task 14 Force related investigations; overtime for ICAC related travel, training, or other approved 15 events; and training needed to investigate ICAC cases. Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia on the 16 t h day of February , 2021 . Requires an affirmative vote by a majority of all the members of City Council. APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: (14Caittil _A t Budget and Management Services City ey's Office CA15313 R-1 January 26, 2021 58 ITEM VIL G.6d ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION ITEM#71289 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council ADOPTED, BY CONSENT, Ordinance to ACCEPT and APPROPRIATE:: d. $26,379.68 from Virginia Department of Health to FY2020-21 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Operating Budget re support rescue squad operations and training Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 1 AN ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT AND APPROPRIATE FOUR- 2 FOR-LIFE GRANT FUNDS TO PURCHASE ADDITIONAL 3 EQUIPMENT AND MEDICAL SUPPLIES TO ENHANCE 4 RESCUE AND MEDICAL CAPABILITIES 5 6 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, 7 VIRGINIA: 8 9 $26,379.68 is hereby accepted from the Virginia Department of Health, Office of 10 Emergency Medical Services, and appropriated, with state revenue increased 11 accordingly, to the FY 2020-21 Operating Budget of the Department of Emergency 12 Medical Services to support rescue squad operations and training. Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia on the 16th day of February , 2021. Requires an affirmative vote by a majority of all members of the City Council. APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY. Budget& Management Services • or 's Office CA15321 R-1 February 2, 2021 59 ITEM VII.G.6e ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION ITEM#71290 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council ADOPTED, BY CONSENT, Ordinance to ACCEPT and APPROPRIATE: e. $150,000 from What Works Cities to FY2020-21 Economic Development Operating Budget re early childhood language development program Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 1 AN ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT AND APPROPRIATE 2 $150,000 FROM WHAT WORKS CITIES FOR AN 3 EARLY CHILDHOOD LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT 4 IMPLEMENTATION GRANT 5 6 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, 7 VIRGINIA: 8 9 That $150,000 is hereby accepted from What Works Cities and appropriated, with 10 miscellaneous grant revenue increased accordingly, to the FY 2020-21 Operating Budget 11 of the Department of Economic Development for an early childhood language 12 development implementation grant, which is year two of the grant. Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia on the 16 t h day of February _ , 2021. Requires an affirmative vote by a majority of all members of the City Council. APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: KK77 B dget and Management Services City A om 's Office CA15318 R-1 February 1, 2021 60 ITEM VIL G.6f ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION ITEM#71291 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council ADOPTED, BY CONSENT, Ordinance to ACCEPT and APPROPRIATE: f $74,804 from Virginia Department of Emergency Management to FY2020-21 Emergency Management Operating Budget and AUTHORIZE a local match from existing resources re support of COVID-19 vaccinations and health equity initiatives for vulnerable populations Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 1 AN ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT AND APPROPRIATE FUNDS 2 FROM THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY 3 MANAGEMENT TO THE OFFICE OF EMERGENCY 4 MANAGEMENT FOR OUTREACH TO VULNERABLE 5 POPULATIONS AND TO AUTHORIZE A LOCAL MATCH 6 7 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, 8 VIRGINIA, THAT: 9 10 1. $74,804 is hereby accepted from the Virginia Department of Emergency 11 Management and appropriated, with federal revenues increased accordingly, to 12 the Operating Budget of the Office of Emergency Management for expenses 13 related to outreach to vulnerable populations in support of COVID-19 vaccinations 14 and other health equity initiatives. 15 16 2. A local match from existing resources is hereby authorized. Requires an affirmative vote by a majority of all the members of City Council. Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia on the 16 t h day of February , 2021. APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY- ") Budget and Management Services City tt f, ey's Office CA15323 R-1 February 3, 2021 61 ITEM VII.G.7 ORDINANCES/RESOLUTION ITEM#71292 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council ADOPTED, BY CONSENT, Ordinance to TRANSFER $800,000 from Debt Service in the General Fund to FY2020-21 Voter Registration and Elections Operating Budget re June 2021 Primary Election expenses Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 1 AN ORDINANCE TO TRANSFER FUNDS FROM DEBT 2 SERVICE IN THE GENERAL FUND OF THE FY 2020-21 3 OPERATING BUDGET TO THE DEPARTMENT OF VOTER 4 REGISTRATION AND ELECTIONS TO COVER EXPENSES 5 6 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, 7 VIRGINIA, THAT: 8 9 $800,000 is hereby transferred from Debt Service in the General Fund of the FY 10 2020-21 Operating Budget to the Department of Voter Registration & Elections FY 2020- 11 2021 Operating Budget to pay for expenses related to election administration and 12 estimated costs of the June 2021 Primary Election. Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia on the 16th day of February , 2021. APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: budget and-Management Services City o ey's Office CA15325 R-2 February 5, 2021 62 ITEM— VILH.1 PLANNING ITEM#71293 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council APPROVED, AS CONDITIONED, BY CONSENT, Application of WOODHOUSE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP for a Variance to Section 4.4(b) of the Subdivision Regulations re minimum lot width and street line frontage requirements at 1805 Estates Court DISTRICT 5—LYNNHAVEN BE IT HEREBY ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA WOODHOUSE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP for a Variance to Section 4.4(b) of the Subdivision Regulations re minimum lot width and street line frontage requirements at 1805 Estates Court (GPIN 1499145390) DISTRICT S—LYNNHAVEN The following conditions shall be required: 1. The applicant/owner shall submit a subdivision plat to the City of Virginia Beach, subject to the review and approval of the Department of Planning & Community Development prior to recordation, which shall be in substantial conformance to the submitted plat exhibit entitled "Conceptual Site Layout Plan of 1805 Estates Court, Virginia Beach, Virginia,"and prepared by Orbis Landscape Architecture, dated October 26, 2020, a copy of which has been exhibited to the Virginia Beach City Council and is on file with the Department of Planning& Community Development. 2. Prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant/property owner shall install the plant material as depicted on the exhibit entitled "Conceptual Site Layout Plan of 1805 Estates Court, Virginia Beach, Virginia," and prepared by Orbis Landscape Architecture, dated October 26, 2020, a copy of which has been exhibited to the Virginia Beach City Council and is on file with the Department of Planning & Community Development. 3. When the property is developed, the residential dwellings constructed shall vary in size and design and shall be of high quality materials and architectural features that are compatible with the surrounding development, as determined by the Planning Director. 4. There shall be one shared driveway to access all three(3)proposed residences. This Ordinance shall be effective in accordance with Section 107(f)of the Zoning Ordinance. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the 161"day of February Two Thousand Twenty One. February 16, 2021 63 ITEM— VILH.1 PLANNING ITEM#71293 (Continued) Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 ------- 01‘' '.6•7711-'' W"--;(1)61117 \ airllrll .111111111111"> R40; _-,-----_-,-,_- .c2) 7/ - v 1 1 — s. 1 :\-\-" ' -, .-0- r ,, ----Thaliob- e._____,.cc - cat, , o es 1 )aj i :** 111V ts,.._.-1 , 4,00 r,,,,, ,,,,vr. ' 07''Weijo ,&`,. / 1)/ -' ed-_-\.° ' R%40 6 0 7 yi ,- o R o, Q , ' -40 r � ' �� -,,,„, ----, ,__ 7/ n 10,I, -- ,;;3 ,, <-.-.' '''''' 7 /-\? likc/ /> ic. ), 1q--,- _ \ ' fa.) O\ '3�, / 40- _1i p L ) A \ ',: V,� Site ��� Woodhouse Limited Partnership W ,__W, F Property_Polygons 1805 Estates Court s Zoning Building I Feet PLAN TRANS SURFACES 0 65130 260 390 520 650 780 64 ITEM— VILH.2 PLANNING ITEM#71294 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council APPROVED, AS CONDITIONED, BY CONSENT, Application of BOAZ BENJAMIN BROTHERS for a Variance to Section 4.4(b)of the Subdivision Regulations re combine three(3)existing parcels into one(1)lot at 1944 Pleasant Ridge Road DISTRICT 7—PRINCESS ANNE BE IT HEREBY ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA BOAZ BENJAMIN BROTHERS for a Variance to Section 4.4(b) of the Subdivision Regulations re combine three (3) existing parcels into one (1) lot at 1944 Pleasant Ridge Road (GPINs 2412100959, 2412111118) DISTRICT 7—PRINCESS ANNE The following conditions shall be required: 1. The applicant/owner shall submit a subdivision plat to the City of Virginia Beach, subject to the review and approval of the Department of Planning & Community Development prior to recordation, which shall be in substantial conformance to the submitted plat exhibit entitled "Resubdivision of Property of Boaz Benjamin Brothers", dated August 10, 2020, and prepared by WPL Site Design,a copy of which has been exhibited to the Virginia Beach City Council and is on file with the Department of Planning & Community Development. This Ordinance shall be effective in accordance with Section 1070 of the Zoning Ordinance. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the 16t day of February Two Thousand Twenty One. Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 65 ITEM— VII.H.3 PLANNING ITEM#71295 Upon motion by Council Member Henley, seconded by Council Member Abbott, City Council DEFERRED INDEFINITELY, Application of THOMAS A. BROWN for a Variance to Section 4.4(b & d) of the Subdivision Regulations re direct access to a public street and street line frontage requirements at 2888 Indian River Road DISTRICT 7—PRINCESS ANNE Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 Jr /14iiiiit AG 1 06) )1 AG2 , p�e- AG=2l / s � a ant, ._, al/ 4ior 1 i air ge�R :oaa _ § - 10 # 0, Cif �7 ,- 55!,,/ B2 j -- _ `- 4i, fAG�2 7j ., csi .\ C] D ° f,-;-_-_-_:, _____ .. , -7 r A Site Boaz Benjamin Brothers W , �1 Property_Polygons 1944 Pleasant Ridge Road 1 Zoning J Building — Feet PLAN TRANS SURFACES 0 40 80 160 240 320 400 480 66 ITEM— VII.H.4 PLANNING ITEM#71296 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council APPROVED, AS CONDITIONED,BY CONSENT,Application of MICHAEL&FELICIA JULIANO for a Street Closure re 7.5 foot by 50-foot portion of an unimproved alley adjacent to 804 Vanderbilt Avenue DISTRICT 6— BEACH BE IT HEREBY ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA MICHAEL&FELICIA JULIANO for a Street Closure re 7.5 foot by 50- foot portion of an unimproved alley adjacent to 804 Vanderbilt Avenue (adjacent to GPIN 2426377899)DISTRICT 6—BEACH The following conditions shall be required: 1. The City Attorney's Office shall make the final determination regarding ownership of the underlying fee. The purchase price to be paid to the City shall be determined according to the "Policy Regarding Purchase of City's Interest in Streets Pursuant to Street Closures," approved by City Council. Copies of the policy are available in the Planning Department. 2. The applicant shall resubdivide the property and vacate internal lot lines to incorporate the closed area into the adjoining lot. The resubdivision plat must be submitted and approved for recordation prior to the final street closure approval. Said plat shall include the dedication of a public drainage easement over the closed portion of the alley to the City of Virginia Beach,subject to the approval of the Department of Public Works, and the City Attorney's Office, which easement shall include a right of reasonable ingress and egress. 3. The applicant shall verify that no private utilities exist within the right-of-way proposed for the closure. If private utilities do exist, easements satisfactory to the utility company, must be provided. 4. Closure of the right-of-way shall be contingent upon compliance with the above stated conditions within 365 days of approval by City Council. If the conditions noted above are not accomplished and the final plat is not approved for recordation within one (1)year of the City Council vote to close the right-of-way this approval shall be considered null and void. This Ordinance shall be effective in accordance with Section 1070 of the Zoning Ordinance. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the 16`h day of February Two Thousand Twenty One. February 16, 2021 67 ITEM— VII.H.4 PLANNING ITEM#71296 (Continued) Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 1 ORDINANCE APPROVING APPLICATION OF 2 MICHAEL L. AND FELICIA JULIANO FOR THE 3 CLOSURE OF ONE-HALF OF AN 4 UNIMPROVED, UNNAMED ALLEY ADJACENT 5 TO THE REAR OF 804 VANDERBILT AVENUE 6 IN CROATAN 7 8 WHEREAS, Michael L. and Felicia Juliano (the "Applicants") applied to the 9 Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, to have the hereinafter described portion 10 of an unimproved, unnamed right-of-way discontinued, closed, and vacated; and 11 12 WHEREAS, it is the judgment of the Council that said portion of right-of-way be 13 discontinued, closed, and vacated, subject to certain conditions having been met on or 14 before one (1) year from City Council's adoption of this Ordinance; 15 16 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Virginia 17 Beach, Virginia: 18 19 SECTION I 20 21 That the hereinafter described portion of unimproved right-of-way (the "Right-of- 22 Way") be discontinued, closed and vacated, subject to certain conditions being met on 23 or before one (1) year from City Council's adoption of this ordinance: 24 25 ALL THAT certain piece or parcel of land situate, lying and 26 being in the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, designated and 27 described as "7.5' x 50' PORTION OF ALLEY TO BE 28 CLOSED" and "PART OF ALLEY 375 SF/0.0086 AC", and 29 shown on that certain street closure exhibit entitled: 30 "EXHIBIT SHOWING PORTION OF 15' ALLEY ADJACENT 31 TO LOT 9, BLOCK 14, CROATAN BEACH, TO BE CLOSED 32 (M.B. 24 P.37) VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA", Scale: 1" = 33 20', dated October 29, 2020, and revised December 9, 34 2020, prepared by DKT Associates, a copy of which is 35 attached hereto as Exhibit A. 36 37 SECTION II 38 39 The following conditions must be met on or before one (1) year from City 40 Council's adoption of this ordinance: 41 42 1 . The City Attorney's Office will make the final determination regarding 43 ownership of the underlying fee. The purchase price to be paid to the City shall be 44 determined according to the "Policy Regarding Purchase of City's Interest in Streets 45 46 No GPIN Assigned (City Right-of-Way) 47 Adjacent GPIN: 2426-37-7899 48 Pursuant to Street Closures", approved by City Council. It has been determined that the 49 purchase price to be paid to the City shall be $3,000, which is consistent with similar 50 street closures in this area. 51 52 2. The Applicants, shall resubdivide the property and vacate the internal lot 53 lines to incorporate the Right-of-Way into the adjoining lot. The resubdivision plat must 54 be submitted and approved for recordation prior to the final street closure approval. 55 Said plat shall include the dedication of a public drainage easement over the Right-of- 56 Way to the City of Virginia Beach, subject to the approval of the Department of Public 57 Works, and the City Attorney's Office, which easement shall include a right of 58 reasonable ingress and egress. 59 60 3. The Applicants, shall verify that no private utilities exist within the Right-of- 61 Way proposed for closure. If private utilities do exist, easements satisfactory to the utility 62 company must be provided. 63 64 4. Closure of the Right-of-Way shall be contingent upon compliance with the 65 above-stated conditions within 365 days of approval by City Council. If the conditions 66 noted above are not accomplished and the final plat is not approved for recordation 67 within one (1) year of City Council approval, said approval shall be considered null and 68 void. 69 70 SECTION III 71 72 1 . If the preceding conditions are not fulfilled on or before February 15, 2022, 73 this Ordinance will be deemed null and void without further action by the City Council. 74 75 2. If all conditions are met on or before February 15, 2022, the date of final 76 closure is the date the street closure ordinance is recorded by the City Attorney. 77 78 3. In the event the City of Virginia Beach has any interest in the underlying 79 fee, the City Manager or his designee is authorized to execute whatever documents, if 80 any, that may be requested to convey such interest, provided said documents are 81 approved by the City Attorney's Office. 82 83 SECTION IV 84 85 A certified copy of this Ordinance shall be filed in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit 86 Court of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and indexed in the name of the CITY OF 87 VIRGINIA BEACH (as "Grantor") and MICHAEL L. JULIANO and FELICIA JULIANO 88 (collectively, as "Grantee"). 89 Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on this 16th day 90 of February, 2021. 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(,\\ i Oft c a) so OQ - a , ' It 11,--'1\ A CC 0 \\1___ \z ' 4 1111V 0 iey I 0 i 4 OIli 0..O o - - \ LL \ ii oa co ------\ , _ 0' ' t S co 4., c) \j\,, ,_'' t-i V w _ 10tAve ue Vandera� ill � cod o 3 � rig , ' 111 O 0°11°.• 0( Q CO ' 75., , ri, LL I \J N � i \":\2 'I.I 1 I, _,., 114°\ . : 0 I I:\ ,, 0 C 1 0 '11e tno \E , a Z� 1 1 U) d N m d 68 ITEM— VII.H.5 PLANNING ITEM#71297 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council APPROVED, AS PROFFERED,AS MODIFIED,BY CONSENT,Application of FIVE POINTS,LLC for a Modification of Proffers re install drive-through aisle and small retaining wall at 2005 Lynnhaven Parkway DISTRICT 3—ROSE HALL (Approved February 27, 1996) BE IT HEREBY ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA FIVE POINTS, LLC for a Modification of Proffers re install drive- through aisle and small retaining wall at 2005 Lynnhaven Parkway (GPIN 1475977081)DISTRICT 3—ROSE HALL(Approved February 27, 1996) The following conditions shall be required: An Agreement encompassing Proffers shall be recorded with the Clerk of Circuit Court. This Ordinance shall be effective in accordance with Section 1070 of the Zoning Ordinance. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the 16th day of February Two Thousand Twenty One. Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 Tii T a�a i 1 / f z 'II\'%�' Tr i- - - -- - ' Q / �� /. >-0_-\.,0,--•.\—/ir,,-t,,',,-t/-„4-o''-_,,-,7:,-.,1,'--,,,/. -,-\a---\1\-/ k' i, /7' L0.i 0 / 0 0 ■ 0 / � � �J. - - . isV _ ��/ Q��Z 1; fO . / 'C/ 0 ,, �, O �N °° O //j , t,,, . 7 O O y ,, � N lN\ 4�� o o m 444) O O 3 D 1— ��/ / O -V iP m oie q —I a ii O� ` - �l�j c ' c > Q�' N � 444. 'p O P.,4 ' NN °/ ,, -,,, ,, 1(%.(% z \ 03 N• CD _ Q` i17 —I Co / p %� 0 114 •4 / O O,.., co / N 4011.... N Q/ O / / J� o ` , y7 , , /;� ' 00 O O O �� O O Oc� o a O O cm O ,,N a'' C �� 0 0 0 � 00 v ' __-- w /,/ Qo - , 0 Q O O O C / 00 O O O4. o c� o o �� ' O q 0 z O O a c� c ) c' >.! I- .— c Z, - p s % c::::) cc Q N m a C:j animisk",, Cpc: 1 ,, 4L ',��,� CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH „ ` c'' INTER—OFFICE CORRESPONDENCE ,4 \,__ ,. 9 Of LOUII;0:00 In Reply Refer To Our File No. DF-10575 DATE: February 3, 2021 TO: Mark D. Stiles DEPT: City Attorney FROM: B. Kay Wils6P DEPT: City Attorney RE: Conditional Zoning Application; Five Points, LLC The above-referenced conditional zoning application is scheduled to be heard by the City Council on February 16, 2021. I have reviewed the subject proffer agreement, dated October 1, 2020 and have determined it to be legally sufficient and in proper legal form. A copy of the agreement is attached. Please feel free to call me if you have any questions or wish to discuss this matter further. BKW/ka Enclosure cc: Nancy Bloom AMENDMENT TO PROFFERED COVENANTS, RESTRICTIONS AND CONDITIONS FIVE POINTS, LLC, a Virginia limited liability company TO(PROFFERED COVENANTS, RESTRICTIONS AND CONDITIONS) CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, a municipal corporation of the Commonwealth of Virginia THIS AMENDMENT TO PROFFERED COVENANTS, RESTRICTIONS AND CONDITIONS ("Agreement") is made and entered into the 1 St day of October, 2020, by and between FIVE POINTS, LLC, a Virginia limited liability company ("GRANTOR"), and THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, a municipal corporation of the Commonwealth of Virginia, being referred to herein as ("GRANTEE"). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, Grantor is the owner of that certain parcel of real property located in the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, commonly referred to as 2005 Lynnhaven Parkway, GPIN No.: 1475-97-7081-0000, more particularly described on Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference ("Property"); WHEREAS, the Property is currently zoned Conditional B-2 (Community Commercial); WHEREAS, the Property is encumbered by certain proffer agreement dated January 3, 1996 ("Original Agreement") and recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of the City of Virginia Beach ("Clerk's Office") in Deed Book 3591, Page 962, which Original Agreement amended and replaced conditions set forth in a proffer agreement recorded in Deed Book 3516, Page 0001; WHEREAS, the Original Agreement provided that it may be amended or varied by a subsequent written instrument recorded in the Clerk's Office with the consent of GRANTEE, which consent shall be evidenced by written resolution adopted by the governing body of GRANTEE following a public hearing advertised pursuant to Section 15.2-2204 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended ("Code of Virginia"); WHEREAS, GRANTOR has initiated a petition addressed to the GRANTEE requesting an amendment of the Original Agreement; WHEREAS, by this Agreement GRANTOR desires to amend and modify the terms of the Original Agreement related to the 25 foot landscape buffer required on the Property; WHEREAS, it is GRANTEE's policy to provide only for the orderly development of land for various purposes through zoning and other land development legislation; and 1-1 7 1 6777.1 WHEREAS, GRANTOR has voluntarily proffered, in writing in advance of and prior to the public hearing before GRANTEE, as part of the proposed amendments to the Original Agreement which amended the Zoning Map of the City of Virginia Beach,Virginia("Zoning Map")with respect to the Property,the following reasonable conditions related to the physical development, operation, and use of the Property for the protection of the community that are not generally applicable to land similarly zoned are needed to resolve the situation to which GRANTOR's request gives rise. NOW, THEREFORE,the GRANTOR, and its successors, assigns, grantees and other successors in title or interest, voluntarily and without any requirement by or exaction from the GRANTEE or its governing body and without any element of compulsion or quid pro quo for zoning, rezoning, site plan, building permit, or subdivision approval,hereby makes the following declaration of covenants and restrictions which shall restrict and govern the physical development, operation, and use of the Property and hereby covenants and agrees that these proffers shall constitute covenants running with the Property, which shall be binding upon the GRANTOR and upon all parties and persons claiming under or through the GRANTOR, and its successors, assigns, grantees and other successors in interest or title: 1. Proffer numbered 3 of the Original Agreement is hereby modified with regard to the Property only by adding the following language: "Notwithstanding the requirements of Proffer#3, the drive-through lane depicted on the Property (known as Outparcel 4) may encroach by up to 200 square feet into the portion of the 25 foot landscape buffer("25 Foot Landscape Buffer")depicted on the original "LANDSCAPE PLAN OF DEVELOPMENT OPTIONS, INC. SHOPPING CENTER"prepared by Engineering Services, Inc. dated January 2, 1996 ("Original Landscape Plan"), with a retaining wall, curbing and pavement, in the manner depicted on the exhibit entitled "12' DRIVE THRU ENCROACHMENT EXHIBIT, PRINCESS ANNE ROAD,VIRGINIA BEACH, VA"dated December 17, 2020("Encroachment Plat"),which Encroachment Plat has been exhibited to City Council and is on file with the Planning Department. In order to supplement the Original Landscape Buffer on the Property, GRANTOR will add additional landscaping in the manner and locations depicted on the Encroachment Plat. Moreover, in the event that the construction of the retaining wall and improvements depicted on the Encroachment Plat causes the trees in close proximity to the retaining wall to die, GRANTOR will remove and replant such tree or trees." 2. Those proffered covenants, restrictions and conditions contained in the Original Agreement,which have not been modified herein, shall remain in full force and effect. 2 3. Further conditions lawfully imposed by development ordinances may be required by the GRANTEE during detailed site plan review and administration of applicable City Codes by City agencies and departments to meet all applicable City Code requirements. All references herein to the B-2 zoning district and to regulations applicable thereto refer to the City Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Ordinance of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, in force as of the date of approval of this Agreement by City Council, which are by this reference incorporated herein. The above conditions, having been proffered by GRANTOR and allowed and accepted by GRANTEE as part of the amendments to the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, in force as of the date this Agreement is approved by City Council, specifically modify the applicable conditions associated with the Original Agreement, and shall continue in full force and effect until a subsequent amendment changes the zoning of Property and specifically repeals such conditions. Such conditions shall continue despite a subsequent amendment to the Zoning Ordinance even if the subsequent amendment is part of a comprehensive implementation of a new or substantially revised Zoning Ordinance until specifically repealed. The conditions, however, may be repealed, amended, or varied by written instrument recorded in the Clerk's Office and executed by the record owner of the Property at the time of recordation of such instrument, provided that said instrument is consented to by the GRANTEE in writing as evidenced by a certified copy of an ordinance or a resolution adopted by the governing body of the GRANTEE, after a public hearing before City Council which was advertised pursuant to the provisions of Section 15.2-2204 of the Code of Virginia. Said ordinance or resolution shall be recorded along with said instrument as conclusive evidence of such consent, and if not so recorded, said instrument shall be void. 1. The Zoning Administrator of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, shall be vested with all necessary authority, on behalf of the governing body of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, to administer and enforce the foregoing conditions and restrictions, including the authority(a)to order, in writing, that any noncompliance with such conditions be remedied, and(b)to bring legal action or suit to insure compliance with such conditions, including mandatory or prohibitory injunction, abatement, damages, or other appropriate action, suit, or proceeding; 2. The failure to meet all conditions and restrictions shall constitute cause to deny the issuance of any of the required building or occupancy permits as may be appropriate; 3. If aggrieved by any decision of the Zoning Administrator, made pursuant to these provisions, GRANTOR shall petition the governing body for the review thereof prior to instituting proceedings in court; and 3 4. The Zoning Map may show by an appropriate symbol on the map the existence of conditions attaching to the zoning of the Redevelopment Parcel and the Preservation Parcel, and the ordinances and the conditions may be made readily available and accessible for public inspection in the office of the Zoning Administrator and in the Planning Department, and they shall be recorded in the Clerk's Office and indexed in the names of each of the GRANTOR and GRANTEE. [THIS SPACE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK SIGNATURE ON FOLLOWING PAGE.] 4 WITNESS the following signature and seal. GRANTOR: FIVE POINTS, LLC a Virginia limited liability company By: F (SEAL) Name: Erik Cooper Title: Manager COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA CITY OF NORFOLK, to wit: The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this ( day of October, 2020 by Erik Cooper, as Manager of FIVE POINTS, LLC, a Virginia limited liability company, on behalf of said company. [SEAL] 1,ja� \-VVUlt-\ Notary Public Z( 2 (� Registration No: i VALERIE B MOYER •►r My Commission Expires: I. 0:441M' cwgnonww N 2V2 CamNi ,ti M!► ETP�� [Signature page to Amendment to Proffered Covenants, Restrictions and Conditions] e Exhibit A to Proffered Covenants, Restrictions and Conditions [Attach Legal Description of the Property] OWNER'S POLICY Date of Policy: July 2,2020 Policy No. 2730646-220140817 Order No.: 091059335 EXHIBIT "A" All of that certain lot, piece, or parcel of land located in the Kempsville Borough of the City of Virginia Beach,together with all improvements thereon and appurtenances thereto,known, numbered and designated as Outparcel 4,as shown on that certain plat titled"Subdivision Plat of Salem Crossing Shopping Center,Kempsville Borough,Virginia Beach,Virginia" dated April 10, 1996 (revised April 24, 1996),which plat is recorded in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of the City of Virginia Beach,Virginia in Map Book 251 at pages 92 through 94,to which plat reference is made for a more particular description of the property. TOGETHER WITH use of the nonexclusive variable width private ingress/egress easement area as shown on the aforesaid plat of subdivision. TOGETHER WITH those certain rights,privileges and easements benefitting the property as contained in the Easements With Covenants and Restrictions Affecting Land recorded in the aforesaid Clerk's Office in Deed Book 3617,Page 1960. ALTA Owner's Commercial Policy(6-17-06) This policy is invalid unless the cover sheet, Page 4 Schedule A and Schedule B are attached. Copyright 2006-2009 American Land Tstk Association.All rights temncd.The s all*Form is restricted to ALTA bonne.and ALTA members m good Wading as of the date et use All other uses are psobtoited. •nmeamom Reprinted under Recast from the American Land Me Association 69 ITEM— VILH.6 PLANNING ITEM#71298 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council APPROVED, AS MODIFIED, BY CONSENT, Application of ST. JOHN THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH & SCHOOL/THE ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF RICHMOND for a Modification of Conditions re religious use and private school at 1968 Sandbridge Road DISTRICT 7—PRINCESS ANNE (Approved August 24, 1993) BE IT HEREBY ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA ST. JOHN THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH& SCHOOL/THE ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF RICHMOND for a Modification of Conditions re religious use and private school at 1968 Sandbridge Road (GPIN 2414325261)DISTRICT 7—PRINCESS ANNE(Approved August 24, 1993) The following conditions shall be required: 1. All conditions attached to the Conditional Use Permit for a Religious Use and school, dated August 24, 1993, are hereby deleted and superseded by the conditions below. 2. The site shall be in substantial conformance with the submitted site layout exhibit entitled, "CONCEPTUAL MASTER PLAN—ST. JOHN THE APOSTLE CHURCH AND SCHOOL — Virginia Beach, VA ", prepared by WPL, dated December 12, 2019, which has been exhibited to the Virginia Beach City Council and is on file in the Department of Planning & Community Development. 3. The exterior of the proposed buildings shall substantially adhere in appearance, size, materials to the submitted elevations entitled "ST. JOHN'S ARCHITECTURE"prepared by Waller Todd & Sadler, dated December 12, 2019, which has been exhibited to the Virginia Beach City Council and are on file in the Department of Planning& Community Development. 4. A Landscape Plan shall be submitted and approved by the Development Services Center Landscape Architect prior to final site plan approval. 5. The applicant shall obtain all necessary permits and inspections from the Department of Planning and Community Development, Permits and Inspections Division; the Health Department, and the Fire Department. The applicant shall obtain a Certificate of Occupancy from the Building Official's office prior to the use of the proposed additions. 6. All on-site signage must meet the requirements and regulations of the Zoning Ordinance. A separate permit from the Department of Planning & Community Development is required for any new signage installed on the site. February 16, 2021 70 ITEM— VILH.6 PLANNING ITEM#71298 (Continued) 7. All outdoor lights shall be shielded to direct light and glare onto the premises,said lighting and glare shall be deflected, shaded, and focused away from all adjoining property. Any outdoor lighting fixtures shall not be erected any higher than fourteen (14)feet. 8. The plan for complying with the Stormwater Regulations submitted to the Development Services Center at Site Plan Review shall be in substantial conformance with the preliminary plan design and strategy for achieving compliance as submitted and preliminarily reviewed by Staff, unless otherwise approved by the Development Services Center. This Ordinance shall be effective in accordance with Section 107() of the Zoning Ordinance. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the 16th day of February Two Thousand Twenty One. Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 w -qv. '4fr:64%7 eve/ P4 .44,,t , -_& . 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Lc!. 4.1---. �� �ti il8 4�� .� C� /7/triCsIN NI 1 O. a) V7A1 11111% ,:low \ o ‘v, e, ".•'. 0 i „_,,,_, fp `- Lf:/,)(77 . cn co c4N 4'CC4*/Wk1/4j A o .,4.1py ti,f,, a/ % N Q` N, 9 -OaN / 0 t c0 � eLj ��• ,Q,/`oo 0 /` O .�a��. 0 D • 1f � n�.' '✓ a pN o ` W ` ' r. k . • ,,N ULLm , % ‘ 4aN'..4 lfr 8 . •. I to , o ® Q' o o\6,c4 a N .�• I $NJ7 ° m �`� N , zz) --- , Q J �_ � , p / N v)1 At Of 71 ITEM— VILH.7 PLANNING ITEM#71299 The following registered to speak: Eddie Bourdon, 4429 Bonney#500, Phone: 499-8971,Attorney for Applicant, spoke in SUPPORT Brad Lorimer, 1600 Ocean Lakes Court, Phone: 904-8580, did not respond Upon motion by Council Member Henley, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council APPROVED, AS PROFFERED, Application of WILSON R. BALLANCE, JR.,for a Conditional Change of Zoning from AG-2 Agricultural District to Conditional R-5D Residential District re create two (2) single family building lots at 621 Dam Neck Road DISTRICT 7—PRINCESS ANNE BE IT HEREBY ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA WILSON R.BALLANCE,JR.,for a Conditional Change ofZoningfrom AG-2 Agricultural District to Conditional R-5D Residential District re create two (2) single family building lots at 621 Dam Neck Road(GPIN 2425250061)DISTRICT 7—PRINCESS ANNE The following conditions shall be required: An Agreement encompassing Proffers shall be recorded with the Clerk of Circuit Court. This Ordinance shall be effective in accordance with Section 1070 of the Zoning Ordinance. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the 16`"day of February Two Thousand Twenty One. Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 !' EL 1-0—' AG2 R10 AG2 R10 Dam Neck Road --- -Dam- N:e_ck=Road Dam Neck-R:oa:d '0� � r DOTS ; R5S ,) � G ,ice s ❑ e' 40,eJ.( #C ' } A2*V\ AG 2 SV. // /i, R5D _/-6'6,12-_-p) R20 " ., ,z 7,..0 , //`,„ AG2 lir --/ ,:,--)\c- - ,Z % \_<--V , A R5� � o ❑ oii, �°' Ile 4R7.5 , ,, \ �n ' --ail F- _ 03, V.7 V - — 2IIR5D AG1 N Site Wilson R. Ballance, Jr. w,4Ns � , Property_Polygons 621 Dam Neck Road �� Zoning Building Feet n In Fn 19n i iln San Inn lsn GIN ''B 40 ' CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH �, ` ' c INTER—OFFICE CORRESPONDENCE 7. •ate° �- >,"'4 ;9+ `. • S , _(., -, * 1 OR OUR WO' In Reply Refer To Our File No. DF-10570 DATE: February 3, 2021 TO: Mark D. Stiles �� DEPT: City Attorney FROM: B. Kay Wilson �"— DEPT: City Attorney RE: Conditional Zoning Application; Wilson R. Balance, Jr. The above-referenced conditional zoning application is scheduled to be heard by the City Council on February 16, 2021. I have reviewed the subject proffer agreement, dated October 28, 2020 and have determined it to be legally sufficient and in proper legal form. A copy of the agreement is attached. Please feel free to call me if you have any questions or wish to discuss this matter further. BKW/ka Enclosure cc: Nancy Bloom WILSON R. BALLANCE,JR. TO (PROFFERED COVENANTS, RESTRICTIONS AND CONDITIONS) CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH THIS AGREEMENT, made this 28th day of October, 2020, by and between WILSON R. BALLANCE,JR., Grantor; and THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, a municipal corporation of the Commonwealth of Virginia, Grantee. WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the Grantor is the owner of a certain parcel of property located in the Princess Anne District of the City of Virginia Beach, containing approximately 40,017 square feet which is more particularly described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. Said parcel is herein referred to as the "Property";and WHEREAS, the Grantor has initiated a conditional amendment to the Zoning Map of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, by petition addressed to the Grantee so as to change the Zoning Classification of the Property from AG-2 Agricultural District to Conditional R-5D Residential District; and WHEREAS,the Grantee's policy is to provide only for the orderly development of land for various purposes through zoning and other land development legislation; and WHEREAS, the Grantor acknowledges that the competing and sometimes incompatible development of various types of uses conflict and that in order to permit differing types of uses on and in the area of the Property and at the same time to recognize the effects of change that will be created by the Grantor's proposed rezoning, certain reasonable conditions governing the use of the Property for the protection of the community GPIN: 2425-25-0061-0000 PREPARED BY: '—'SYIES.POURDON, Prepared by: AIIERN&LEVY.P.C. R.Edward Bourdon,Jr.,Esquire(VSB#22160) Sykes,Bourdon,Ahern&Levy,P.C. 4429 Bonney Road Suite S00 Virginia Beach,Virginia 23462 that are not generally applicable to land similarly zoned are needed to resolve the situation to which the Grantors'rezoning application gives rise; and WHEREAS, the Grantor has voluntarily proffered, in writing, in advance of and prior to the public hearing before the Grantee, as a part of the proposed amendment to the Zoning Map with respect to the Property,the following reasonable conditions related to the physical development, operation, and use of the Property to be adopted as a part of said amendment to the Zoning Map relative and applicable to the Property,which has a reasonable relation to the rezoning and the need for which is generated by the rezoning. NOW, THEREFORE, the Grantor, his successors, personal representatives, assigns, grantees, and other successors in title or interest, voluntarily and without any requirement by or exaction from the Grantee or its governing body and without any element of compulsion or quid pro quo for zoning, rezoning, site plan, building permit, or subdivision approval, hereby makes the following declaration of conditions and restrictions which shall restrict and govern the physical development, operation, and use of the Property and hereby covenants and agrees that this declaration shall constitute covenants running with the Property, which shall be binding upon the Property and upon all parties and persons claiming under or through the Grantor, his successors, personal representatives, assigns, grantees, and other successors in interest or title: 1. When the Property is developed, it shall be subdivided into two (2) single family residential building lots with a shared vehicular driveway entrance from Dam Neck Road with a home constructed on each lot substantially as shown on the exhibit entitled, "REZONING EXHIBIT FOR PARCEL 1, SUBDIVISION PLAT OF NORMA P. LANCASTER AND PARCEL B (M.B. 261, PG. 93) VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA", dated 10-27-2020, prepared by Gaddy Engineering Services, LLC,which has been exhibited to the Virginia Beach City Council and are on file with the Virginia Beach Department of Planning (hereinafter "Rezoning Exhibit"). 2. The architectural design of the two(2) homes depicted on the Rezoning Exhibit will be substantially as depicted on the exhibit entitled, "PROPOSED ELEVATIONS LOCATED AT 621 DAM NECK RD,VIRGINIA BEACH",which has been exhibited to the Virginia Beach City PREPARED BY: "—.SYKES.BOURDON, Council and are on file with the Virginia Beach Department of Planning. .-,AIIH N&LEVY,P.0 2 3. Further conditions may be required by the Grantee during detailed Site Plan review and administration of applicable City codes by all cognizant City agencies and departments to meet all applicable City code requirements. All references hereinabove to the R-5D Residential District and to the requirements and regulations applicable thereto refer to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Ordinance of the City of Virginia Beach,Virginia,in force as of the date of approval of this Agreement by City Council,which are by this reference incorporated herein. The above conditions,having been proffered by the Grantor and allowed and accepted by the Grantee as part of the amendment to the Zoning Ordinance,shall continue in full force and effect until a subsequent amendment changes the zoning of the Property and specifically repeals such conditions. Such conditions shall continue despite a subsequent amendment to the Zoning Ordinance even if the subsequent amendment is part of a comprehensive implementation of a new or substantially revised Zoning Ordinance until specifically repealed. The conditions, however, may be repealed, amended, or varied by written instrument recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia,and executed by the record owner of the Property at the time of recordation of such instrument, provided that said instrument is consented to by the Grantee in writing as evidenced by a certified copy of an ordinance or a resolution adopted by the governing body of the Grantee, after a public hearing before the Grantee which was advertised pursuant to the provisions of Section 15.2-2204 of the Code of Virginia, 1950,as amended. Said ordinance or resolution shall be recorded along with said instrument as conclusive evidence of such consent,and if not so recorded, said instrument shall be void. The Grantor covenants and agrees that: (1) The Zoning Administrator of the City of Virginia Beach,Virginia,shall be vested with all necessary authority, on behalf of the governing body of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, to administer and enforce the foregoing conditions and restrictions, including the authority (a) to order, in writing,that any noncompliance with such conditions be remedied; and (b) to bring legal action or suit to insure compliance with such conditions, including mandatory or prohibitory injunction, abatement, damages, or other appropriate action, suit, PREPARED BY: SYKES.BOURDON, or proceeding; AHERN&LEVY.P.C. (2) The failure to meet all conditions and restrictions shall constitute cause to deny the issuance of any of the required building or occupancy permits as may be appropriate; 3 (3) If aggrieved by any decision of the Zoning Administrator, made pursuant to these provisions,the Grantor shall petition the governing body for the review thereof prior to instituting proceedings in court; and (4) The Zoning Map may show by an appropriate symbol on the map the existence of conditions attaching to the zoning of the Property, and the ordinances and the conditions may be made readily available and accessible for public inspection in the office of the Zoning Administrator and in the Planning Department,and they shall be recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and indexed in the names of the Grantor and the Grantee. PREPARED BY: S.B SYKES.BOURDON. • AHERN&LEVY.P.C. 4 WITNESS the following signature and seal: Grantor: , (SEAL) Wilson '. BaIlance,Jr. STATE OF VIRGINIA CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH,to wit: The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this 28th day of October,2020, by Wilson R. Ballance,Jr., Grantor. 7470 661Z6 Notary Public 0016 C��••i My Commission Expires: August 31, 20224s!►iTh v 41"1,• Notary Registration Number:192628 �� 'r die% le/A4 Of Mr,,8eN NV PREPARED BY: SYK£S.I OURDON. M11RN&LEVY.P.C. 5 EXHIBIT "A" ALL THAT certain lot, piece or parcel of land with the buildings and improvements thereon, situate,lying and being in the City of Virginia Beach,Virginia (formerly Seaboard Magisterial District, Princess Anne County, Virginia), and bounded and described as PARCEL 1 as shown on that certain plat entitled,"SUBDIVISION PLAT OF PROPERTY OF NORMA LANCASTER(D.B. 2279, P. 992) AND PARCEL B (D.B. 2456, P. 1474) PRINCESS ANNE BOROUGH VIRGINIA BEACH,VIRGINIA", and said plat is duly recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of the City of Virginia Beach,Virginia, in Map Book 261, at Page 93. GPIN: 2425-25-0061-0000 H:\AM\Conditional Rezoning\Ballance\Proffer Agreement.docx PREPARED BY: SYICIiS,EOURDON, Ell AHERN&LINY,P.C. 6 72 ITEM— VII.H.8 PLANNING ITEM#71300 The following registered to speak: Eddie Bourdon, 4429 Bonney#500, Phone: 499-8971,Attorney for Applicant, spoke in SUPPORT Charles Sledge, 1076 Old Dam Neck Road, Phone: 373-5683, comments were unintelligible due to technical difficulties Carol Holden, 1076 Old Dam Neck Road, Phone: 377-1704, comments were unintelligible due to technical difficulties Upon motion by Council Member Henley, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council APPROVED, AS PROFFERED,AS CONDITIONED,Application of OLD DAM NECK,LLC/FRANCES G. WILLIS, WILLIAM E. GILBERT, BONNIE J. GARRETT, CATHERINE D. MEREDITH, AND JOHN J. WEINBRECHT,JR., for a Conditional Change of Zoningfrom AG-2 Agricultural District to Conditional B-2 Community Business District and a Conditional Use Permit re mini warehouse at 1081, 1087, 1089 Old Dam Neck Road and an adjacent parcel West of 1089 Old Dam Neck Road DISTRICT 7—PRINCESS ANNE BE IT HEREBY ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA OLD DAM NECK, LLC/ FRANCES G. WILLIS, WILLIAM E. GILBERT, BONNIE J. GARRETT, CATHERINE D. MEREDITH, AND JOHN J. WEINBRECHT, JR., for a Conditional Change of Zoning from AG-2 Agricultural District to Conditional B-2 Community Business District and a Conditional Use Permit re mini warehouse at 1081, 1087, 1089 Old Dam Neck Road and an adjacent parcel West of 1089 Old Dam Neck Road (GPINs 2415540866, 2415541885, 2415543854) DISTRICT 7 — PRINCESS ANNE (Approved August 24, 1993) The following conditions shall be required: CONDITIONAL CHANGE OF ZONING An Agreement encompassing Proffers shall be recorded with the Clerk of Circuit Court. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 1. All outdoor lights shall be shielded to direct light and glare onto the premises, said lighting and glare shall be deflected, shaded, and focused away from all adjoining property. Any outdoor lighting fixtures shall not be erected any higher than fourteen (14)feet. 2. All on-site signage must meet the requirements and regulations of the Zoning Ordinance. A separate permit from the Department of Planning& Community Development is required for any new signage installed on the site. February 16, 2021 73 ITEM— VII.H.8 PLANNING ITEM#71300 (Continued) 3. The final stormwater plan submitted to the Development Services Center(DSC)shall be in substantial conformance with the preliminary stormwater analysis utilizing the same basis of design, unless otherwise approved by the DSC. This Ordinance shall be effective in accordance with Section 107(f) of the Zoning Ordinance. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the 16`h day of February Two Thousand Twenty One. Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 )' f7 , i B2 /\ O �� / o * �= l go AG2 • I / / - , 111-1700. ' // tiB2 ? Ii, i /� ,"� Nick, �� /� � , as ' � L.4. •--.._ / (•,t51:4', 71„/ AG-2 11 i / 1 1 .,e / \liiir// / 1/ AG2 a� a,- 00 • ,,, /, / ♦ .. _ tt/ ` ♦ • o , ,, / i :v.`k) , -. 1' / ,/- ,_, P4D,H1• B2 -RSD�� ,*so* / • .PD'H1 / -, . , / _ / AG 1\_ % R5 D N /// Site Old Dam Neck, LLC W Property_Polygons 1081 , 1087, 1089 Old Dam Neck Road & Zoning adjacent parcel west of 1089 Old Dam Neck Road Building - Feet PLAN TRANS SURFACES 0 3060 120 180 240 300 360 4 0 1 /A.B c i o g.dorCITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH y � _ INTER-OFFICE CORRESPONDENCE °F OUR•N p7N In Reply Refer To Our File No. DF-10565 DATE: February 3, 2021 TO: Mark D. Stiles DEPT: City Attorney � � FROM: B. Kay Wilson DEPT: City Attorney RE: Conditional Zoning Application; Old Dam Neck, LLC The above-referenced conditional zoning application is scheduled to be heard by the City Council on February 16, 2021. I have reviewed the subject proffer agreement, dated December 18, 2019 and have determined it to be legally sufficient and in proper legal form. A copy of the agreement is attached. Please feel free to call me if you have any questions or wish to discuss this matter further. BKW/ka Enclosure cc: Nancy Bloom OLD DAM NECK, L.L.C., a Virginia limited liability company CATHARINE D. MEREDITH and JOHN JOSEPH WEINBRECHT, JR. FRANCES G.WILLIS, WILLIAM E. GILBERT and BONNIE JANE GARRETT TO (PROFFERED COVENANTS, RESTRICTIONS AND CONDITIONS) CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH THIS AGREEMENT, made this 1$th day of December, 2019, by and between OLD DAM NECK, L.L.C., a Virginia limited liability company, party of the first part, Grantor; CATHARINE D. MEREDITH and JOHN JOSEPH WEINBRECHT, JR., husband and wife, parties of the second part, Grantors; FRANCES G. WILLIS, WILLIAM E. GILBERT and BONNIE JANE GARRETT, parties of the third part, Grantors; and THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, a municipal corporation of the Commonwealth of Virginia, party of the fourth part, Grantee. WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the parties of the second part are the owners of a parcel of land located in the Princess Anne District of the City of Virginia Beach,containing approximately 1.68 acres, which is more particularly described as "PARCEL TWO" on Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. Said parcel along with PARCELS ONE and THREE as described on Exhibit"A" are herein collectively referred to as the "Property"; and WHEREAS, the parties of the third part are the owners of a parcel of land located in the Princess Anne District of the City of Virginia Beach,containing approximately 1.844 acres, which is more particularly described as "PARCEL THREE" on Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. Said parcel along with PARCELS ONE and TWO as described on Exhibit"A" are herein collectively referred to as the "Property"; and WHEREAS, the party of the first part, as the owner of a parcel of land located in the Princess Anne District of the City of Virginia Beach, containing approximately .866 acres, which is more particularly described as "PARCEL ONE" on Exhibit "A", and the contract GPIN: Parcel One 2415-54-0866 Parcel Two 2415-54-3854 Parcel Three 2415-54-1885 Prepared by: R.Edward Bourdon,Jr.,Esquire VSB#22160 Sykes,Bourdon,Ahern&Levy,P.C. 4429 Bonney Road Suite 500 Virginia Beach,Virginia 23462 purchaser of PARCELS TWO and THREE (together the "Property"), has initiated a conditional amendment to the Zoning Map of the City of Virginia Beach,Virginia,by petition addressed to the Grantee so as to change the Zoning Classification of the Property from AG- 2 Agricultural District to Conditional B-2 Community Business District; and WHEREAS,the Grantee's policy is to provide only for the orderly development of land for various purposes through zoning and other land development legislation; and WHEREAS, the Grantors acknowledge that the competing and sometimes incompatible development of various types of uses conflict and that in order to permit differing types of uses on and in the area of the Property and at the same time to recognize the effects of change that will be created by the Grantors' proposed rezoning, certain reasonable conditions governing the use of the Property for the protection of the community that are not generally applicable to land similarly zoned are needed to resolve the situation to which the Grantors'rezoning application gives rise; and WHEREAS, the Grantors have voluntarily proffered, in writing, in advance of and prior to the public hearing before the Grantee, as a part of the proposed amendment to the Zoning Map with respect to the Property, the following reasonable conditions related to the physical development, operation, and use of the Property to be adopted as a part of said amendment to the Zoning Map relative and applicable to the Property,which has a reasonable relation to the rezoning and the need for which is generated by the rezoning. NOW, THEREFORE, the Grantors, their successors, personal representatives, assigns, grantees, and other successors in title or interest, voluntarily and without any requirement by or exaction from the Grantee or its governing body and without any element of compulsion or quid pm quo for zoning, rezoning, site plan,building permit,or subdivision approval, hereby make the following declaration of conditions and restrictions which shall restrict and govern the physical development, operation, and use of the Property and hereby covenant and agree that this declaration shall constitute covenants running with the Property, which shall be binding upon the Property and upon all parties and persons claiming under or through the Grantors,their successors,personal representatives, assigns,grantees,and other successors in interest or title: 1. When the Property is developed, it shall be developed substantially as shown on the exhibits entitled, "LAYOUT PLAN FOR GENERAL BOOTH BLVD. MINI PRICE STORAGE VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA", dated 11-20-19, and prepared by Site Improvement Associates, Inc. ("Site Plan") and "CONCEPTUAL LANDSCAPE PLAN, 2 GENERAL BOOTH BLVD. MINI PRICE STORAGE VIRGINIA BEACH, VA", dated 11-20-19 ("Landscape Plan"), which have been exhibited to the Virginia Beach City Council and are on file with the Virginia Beach Department of Planning. 2. The exterior of the building depicted on the Site Plan shall be substantially similar in appearance,architectural features and materials as depicted on the two(2)exhibits entitled, GENERAL BOOTH BOULEVARD — MINI PRICE STORAGE CONCEPTUAL RENDERINGS", dated November 20, 2019 and "GENERAL BOOTH BOULEVARD MINI PRICE STORAGE BUILDING ELEVATIONS", dated 11-20-19, prepared by Finley Design, which have been exhibited to the Virginia Beach City Council and are on file with the Virginia Beach Department of Planning ("Elevations"). 3. As depicted on the Site Plan, the access to this commercial property shall be solely from General Booth Boulevard using the existing shared commercial entrance with the adjacent Dam Neck Crossing Center. Until the pending Cross Access (Ingress and Egress) Easement with the adjacent property is fully executed and recorded to provide the access depicted on the proffered Site Plan, the Property cannot be developed. 4. Further conditions may be required by the Grantee during detailed Site Plan review and administration of applicable City codes by all cognizant City agencies and departments to meet all applicable City code requirements. All references hereinabove to B-2 District and to the requirements and regulations applicable thereto refer to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Ordinance of the City of Virginia Beach,Virginia, in force as of the date of approval of this Agreement by City Council,which are by this reference incorporated herein. The above conditions, having been proffered by the Grantors and allowed and accepted by the Grantee as part of the amendment to the Zoning Ordinance,shall continue in full force and effect until a subsequent amendment changes the zoning of the Property and specifically repeals such conditions. Such conditions shall continue despite a subsequent amendment to the Zoning Ordinance even if the subsequent amendment is part of a comprehensive implementation of a new or substantially revised Zoning Ordinance until specifically repealed. The conditions, however, may be repealed, amended, or varied by written instrument recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and executed by the record owner of the Property at the time of recordation of such instrument, provided that said instrument is consented to by the Grantee in writing as evidenced by a certified copy of an ordinance or a resolution adopted by the governing body 3 of the Grantee, after a public hearing before the Grantee which was advertised pursuant to the provisions of Section 15.2-2204 of the Code of Virginia,1950,as amended. Said ordinance or resolution shall be recorded along with said instrument as conclusive evidence of such consent, and if not so recorded, said instrument shall be void. The Grantors covenant and agree that: (1) The Zoning Administrator of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, shall be vested with all necessary authority, on behalf of the governing body of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, to administer and enforce the foregoing conditions and restrictions, including the authority(a)to order, in writing, that any noncompliance with such conditions be remedied; and (b) to bring legal action or suit to insure compliance with such conditions, including mandatory or prohibitory injunction, abatement, damages, or other appropriate action, suit, or proceeding; (2) The failure to meet all conditions and restrictions shall constitute cause to deny the issuance of any of the required building or occupancy permits as may be appropriate; (3) If aggrieved by any decision of the Zoning Administrator, made pursuant to these provisions, the Grantors shall petition the governing body for the review thereof prior to instituting proceedings in court; and (4) The Zoning Map may show by an appropriate symbol on the map the existence of conditions attaching to the zoning of the Property, and the ordinances and the conditions may be made readily available and accessible for public inspection in the office of the Zoning Administrator and in the Planning Department, and they shall be recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of the City of Virginia Beach,Virginia, and indexed in the names of the Grantors and the Grantee. 4 WITNESS the following signature and seal: Grantor: Old Dam Neck, L.L.C., a Virginia limited liability company By:ilitidiaiji,e44/p� (SEAL) hael D. Sifen, Prnt STATE OF VIRGINIA CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH,to wit: The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this 18 day of December, 2oi9, by Michael D. Sifen, President of Old Dam Neck, L.L.C., a Virginia limited liability company, Grantor. rNNNmurMti4 St,‘ \'"e**".rye*•• s Notary Public =� •>' NOT ,02 s,= PUBLIC 1 • My Commission Expires: -Le't'C �.� _n ` my co G.m35�3s�MMISSION Q= ° CO i Notary Registration Number: � 5/ lj(y 1 It EXPIRES / — s=' \ 06/30/2023 /Q9.? �y4444 ALTN 5 WITNESS the following signature and seal: Grantor: C1_4644% EAL) Catharine D. Meredith STATE OF VIRGINIA CITY OF i c*je_ , to wit: 7v)PI The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this day of December, 2o1.9,by Catharine D. Meredith, Grantor. Notary Public My Commission Expires: r, .• 30 . Da LELINEL. CARPENTEP QU NotaryRegistration Number: Y NOTARY PUBLIC t g 1�7O'c REGISTRATION N757085 ONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA OVM EISION XXPIRES 6 WITNESS the following signature and seal: n Grantor: 1fi/i (SEAL) / Joh' 4 os•ph Wein.rec r,J STATE OF VRGINIA CITY OF Vv1/42:r , to wit: The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this D3'r`--day of December, 2019,by John Joseph Weinbrecht,Jr., Grantor. 601 Notary Public MyCommission Expires: V\. 2,0 `tea ��cauE�iraE t CARPENTER p NOTARY PUBLIC Notary Registration Number: I510 T-C REGISTRATION# 157085 COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA MY COM SI- IV EXPIRES 7 WITNESS the following signature and seal: Grantor: (SEAL) France G.Willis STATE OF VIRGINIA CITY OF V f'Si stet ttv,i'i , to wit: The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this 1:3 day of December, 2019,by Frances G. Willis, Grantor JJ2bir, Notary Pu c My Commission Expires: It ft6 LZ Notary Registration Number: 8-7$1 I I t SKYLER REMMINGTON SWINK NOTARY PUBLIC COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA MY COMMISSION EXPIRES OCT.31,2022 COMMISSION#7789172 8 WITNESS the following signature and seal: Grantor: By: tJiZ #z, ' r (SEAL) William E. Gilbert STATE OFGTTTA 1!() TIC LA r 2C U W W3 l� CITY OF i o3(' , to wit: pip The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this 3 day of'Heceiub F, 2019, by William E. Gilbert, Grantor. i r Notary Public My Commission Expires: J -- 1 3 - LJ Notary Registration Number: WILLIAM BURRELL HOLLAND III Notary Public Hertford Co., North Carolina My Commission Expires May 13,2024 9 WITNESS the following signature and seal: Grantor: By: `)'U,/ ' % (SEAL) Bonnie Jan %arrett STATE OF MAR D CITY/COUNTY OF ,to wit: The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this -- day of December, 2019,by Bonnie Jane Garrett, Grantor. Notary Public My Commission Expires: \t 20- NOMAG N IIEY ON I Notary Registration Number: ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY MARYLAND My Commission Expires 12-20-21 10 EXHIBIT"A" PARCEL ONE: ALL THAT certain lot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon, situate, lying and being in the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and known, numbered and designated as Residue Area,37,732.885 sq.ft.,o.866 acres,as shown on that certain plat entitled "R/W Acquisition Plat for Parcel General Booth Boulevard-Phase I for City of Virginia Beach", made by Talbot&Associates, Ltd., which said plat is duly recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of the City of Virginia Beach,Virginia,in Map Book 169,at Page 23. GPIN: 2415-54-o866 PARCEL TWO: ALL THAT certain lot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon, lying,situate and being in the City of Virginia Beach,Virginia,and being known,numbered and designated as Site D on that certain plat entitled, "Gresham Village", which said plat is duly recoded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of the City of Virginia Beach,Virginia, in Map Book 22,at Page 70. GPIN: 2415-54-3854 PARCEL THREE: ALL that certain piece or parcel of land,with the improvements thereon,situate,lying and being at Dam Neck Corner,Seaboard Magisterial District,Princess Anne County,the State of Virginia, bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a station in ditch on the Dam Neck Road and running along said ditch, South 31° West,2.00 chains to a gum; thence South 31°West,5.0o chains to a ditch;South 63°F.ast,2.66 chains to a ditch; thence North 28° East, 8 chains to said Dam Neck Road; thence West along said road,2.26 chains to the point of beginning;containing one and nine-tenths(1.9)acres,more or less,as shown on a plat and survey made by E. E. Burroughs,Surveyor,April 20, 1926. LESS AND EXCEPT that portion of property conveyed to the City of Virginia Beach by Instrument dated May 24, 1983,and recorded in Deed book 2261,at Page 1220. GPIN: 2415-54-1885 H:\AM\Conditional Rezoning\Old Dam Neck\Proffer Agreement.docx 11 74 ITEM— VILH.9 PLANNING ITEM#71301 The following registered to speak: Carolyn Weems, Applicant, 1420 Claudia Drive, Phone: 343-5272, spoke in SUPPORT Zachary Holzhausen, 4921 Cullen Road, Phone: 534-070-8071, spoke in OPPOSITION Upon motion by Council Member Jones,seconded by Council Member Wilson, City Council APPROVED, AS CONDITIONED,Application of WILLIAM T. & CAROLYN DALE WEEMS for a Conditional Use Permit re outdoor recreation facility at 1420 Claudia Drive DISTRICT 4—BAYSIDE BE IT HEREBY ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA WILLIAM T. & CAROLYN DALE WEEMS for a Conditional Use Permit re outdoor recreation facility at 1420 Claudia Drive (GPIN 1479114730)DISTRICT 4—BAYSIDE The following conditions shall be required: 1. Use of the Outdoor Recreation Facility shall be limited to the hours between 9:00 a.m. to 9:00p.m., daily. 2. The applicant shall maintain a solid, six (6)foot tall fence along the backyard property line adjacent to the outdoor recreation area. 3. Parking for this use shall be limited to the subject property driveway and not within the public right-of-way. 4. The Outdoor Recreation Facility shall not be opened to the general public nor shall it operate for profit. 5. Subject to Section 221 (k) of the Zoning Ordinance, an annual review of the Outdoor Recreation Facility Conditional Use Permit, based on the date of City Council approval, shall be performed by the Planning Director or his designee to assure that the use does not conflict with any adjacent land uses. This Ordinance shall be effective in accordance with Section 1070 of the Zoning Ordinance. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the 16`"day of February Two Thousand Twenty One. February 16, 2021 75 ITEM— VILH.9 PLANNING ITEM#71301 (Continued) Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 pciik . Iti:4 4401.121i P- c;ri°/1 o ' , \ i w 46 Ci /' :0\ W S - ° - 1 W!`•,-- W . ,,* c4 ‘. evc4 4 .Vii. `4 i Fs ip/i*• 0 ..0"ar-47 IP.o . 0 . .,/,.„,\.., c> . - ,igikitri 40k * ... ir c:),(;\,A). # , / 4 . \--042 _ .... , . it, 0 , .:, , i 2 li „. .t,41 t P N #t.t t /I A .._ . -,/,,,ty' * -r, --., , 4"\4t CI 1 a 141,17‘1,40c7 *. , <,r-/; # zi 0 0 / \ 4&,.., ,____ P.\'#N0, * /.(> 6 '%' W / 6 ,e itt, *k II., 6 , 0 o‘ 41k+ 4 ,6 ,O''.,,,,."' '`fx-r44""" I " I5. 11,,A0PAPN,_. _..., , ...k.,.„. , 0 4 s1/4-4, le )=i;',,-',.- 0.1;!, 7 .,... "0 4 4' 9 - ov Rct\ -''''' it/ \le ow 0 o IX \(>-\)- E 1,,. .r Ate` �o • '4'. 4 41Lp . ,,0 0 _./.sp-jA, " •, 14,_ 'o : , ,Road �, w r /w _____ Aces To ic c '0 a o �oa IE c . O o 0 >, .— / , *IN ' \ iik . _ 0 ., - , .. , . . ,, ,2 Q . o is N _ N co i �, , , © .� �� CCU LI 4 r° .1-' \Ali tui* ' S v i --- cc . z\ - ---(1? - / 0 \iN CD VI * 2 * 0,of' It 4 •v, ' 0 \ ,.z I it -- & 7 * 40 --- Q ° % ' / %- ._ �r Ov \>e) o r `e �:o iv �, COI reek ,,is \o> 1 76_, qzr --- r.‘ 1 . , (r 4, e.- t0 O Oo 2 t c i Q X\ V\'. °MO,A ��� �° 0\ 76 ITEM— VILH.10 PLANNING ITEM#71302 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council APPROVED, AS CONDITIONED, BY CONSENT, Application of ASIA MITCHELL/ TOUZOS FAMILY, LP for a Conditional Use Permit re beauty salon at 4654 Haygood Road, Suite D DISTRICT 4—BAYSIDE BE IT HEREBY ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA ASIA MITCHELL/TOUZOS FAMILY,LP for a Conditional Use Permit re beauty salon at 4654 Haygood Road, Suite D (GPIN 1478368597) DISTRICT 4—BAYSIDE The following conditions shall be required: 1. A business license for the beauty salon shall not be issued to the applicant without the approval of the Health Department to ensure consistency with the provisions of Chapter 23 of the City Code. 2. Any on-site signage shall meet the requirements of the City Zoning Ordinance, and there shall be no neon, electronic display or similar sign installed on the exterior of the building or in any window, or on the doors. A separate sign permit shall be obtained from the Planning Department for the installation of any new signs. This Ordinance shall be effective in accordance with Section 107(f) of the Zoning Ordinance. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the 16r"day of February Two Thousand Twenty One. Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 09E 00£ On096 OZl 090E 0 Sd�b'd2�f1S SNb'2il Ndld lead i= m======mmiN Bum rig 6uiuoZ S a a4ins `peoj poo6AeH ji59fr suo6A,od-,cl,adoJd Tor `� 110434Iw S!Sb/ on N al!nS =`\, CY\, \ \ \ \\ �.1 7 , , ,, u o , , i, &) , ..-- '\\, ,----,,, \ \ ‘,,, ,,_, ,., ,-, o 4\ 43 ' IV<X ,o, \ ''''' , 818i _,,---- iiV"" a6 . ,_0 , \7 ,- ,, \ i 7 , \-s o ____,,,,,„_r zo , , , , , - . , ,,,..,,,, , .... .,, , ,,, 0., f/j ,, ksy.c /y( ai , �,1►y ,,, , _- - t..-, ,, , 6 ' , 6 Or - /I , lOir own . 0\111, 1 Z8 „,s, s-or 200 s ' \\)% , \ , ,<)\ jA:i IT .,‘ ,\\11:41v,i,,,,,, 9' -tI ,V/(0\ ,,,,,, .._, ,110--011 rat-B--- ' N ' "IPt - -#:- - °10.6••• \\*%"" 0 (< k \ ,-'' /. % \° / o �5'Z2i_----- _ r ‘ 4400 , $ZEI40 % \ < : ,(11,S sit ‘. # o \ O -s>\* 0 ,Q, v•\\ } moo� � LL d 77 ITEM— VILH.11 PLANNING ITEM#71303 The following registered to speak: Eddie Bourdon, 4429 Bonney#500, Phone: 499-8971,Attorney for Applicant, spoke in SUPPORT Joey Fletcher, 4979 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Phone:287-8646, spoke in OPPOSITION Upon motion by Council Member Jones, seconded by Council Member Wilson, City Council DEFERRED TO MARCH 16, 2021, Application of XPERT SERVICES, LLC/ VB INVESTMENTS, LLC for a Conditional Use Permit re car wash facility at 4937 Broad Street DISTRICT 4—BAYSIDE Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 78 ITEM— VILH.12 PLANNING ITEM#71304 The following registered to speak: Grady Palmer, Applicant, 999 Waterside Drive, Phone: 629-0606, spoke in SUPPORT Julissa Jimenez, 2104 Greenwell Road, Phone: 390-8095, spoke in OPPOSITION Upon motion by Council Member Jones, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council APPROVED, AS CONDITIONED, Application of VERDAD REAL ESTATE & CONSTRUCTION/SRGS, LLC, PENNY R.PITTS REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST,&ADAMS OUTDOOR LIMITED PARTNERSHIP for a Conditional Use Permit re automobile service station at 4493 Shore Drive DISTRICT 4—BAYSIDE BE IT HEREBY ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA VERDAD REAL ESTATE& CONSTRUCTION/SRGS,LLC, PENNY R. PITTS REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST, & ADAMS OUTDOOR LIMITED PARTNERSHIP for a Conditional Use Permit re automobile service station at 4493 Shore Drive (GPINs 1479678256, 1479679311, 1479770345)DISTRICT 4—BAYSIDE The following conditions shall be required: 1. When the property is developed, it shall be in substantial conformance with the submitted concept plan entitled, "CUP Exhibit - 4493 Shore Dr, Virginia Beach, VA" ("CUP Exhibit'),prepared by Kimley-Horn, dated October 2020 January 2021, which has been exhibited to the Virginia Beach City Council and is on file in the Department of Planning & Community Development. 2. When the property is developed, the exterior of the convenience store building and fuel canopy shall substantially adhere in appearance, size and materials to the elevations entitled, "Review Board Elevations- 7-Eleven Store#1048169,Shore Drive and Greenwell Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23120,"prepared by Intrepide Design, dated October 12, 2020 and October 15, 2020, which has been exhibited to the Virginia Beach City Council and is on file in the Department of Planning& Community Development. 3. When the property is developed, the monument sign shall substantially adhere in appearance, size and materials to the elevations entitled, "SVE_1048169_Shore Dr Virginia Beach VA_R3,"prepared by Harbinger, which has been exhibited to the Virginia Beach City Council and is on file in the Department of Planning & Community Development. 4. Signage for the site shall be limited to: a. Directional signs. b. One (1) monument-style freestanding sign, no more than eight (8)feet in height, set in a brick base, as noted in Condition 3. c. No striping shall be permitted on the fuel canopy. February 16, 2021 79 ITEM— VII.H.12 PLANNING ITEM#71304 (Continued) d. There shall be no other signs, neon signs, or neon accents installed on any wall area of the building, on the windows and/or doors, canopy, light poles or any other portion of the site. 5. At the time of site plan review, a Landscape Plan that reflects the plant material depicted on the submitted CUP Exhibit, along with all applicable requirements of the Zoning Ordinance, shall be submitted for review to the Development Services Center and shall obtain approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. 6. The dumpster shall be enclosed with a solid brick wall in color and material to match the building and any required screening shall be installed in accordance with Section 245(e) of the Zoning Ordinance. 7. All air pumps shall be screened from the right-of-way with plant material of a size and species acceptable to the Development Service Center's Landscape Architect, all of which shall be depicted on the Landscape Plan. 8. Outdoor vending machines and/or display of merchandise may be permitted only if fully screened from view from the rights-of-way as approved by the Planning Director. This Ordinance shall be effective in accordance with Section 1070 of the Zoning Ordinance. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the 16`h day of February Two Thousand Twenty One. Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 ‘ \ \ \ ' r\ .-0 Q , • alli 7 0 `y Aj —1 V M ' J -\\ � °TNi \ ' 1\o .1 i� 4 ca 0N 'CI A% \ 0- 'le' c),_ In r •°‘ 'Ci 1 ° • i- ' C� 0 o COl % l N o ,� rre Is i 7,... o , 0S1 . li ,_, 0 N ,--- 0 1\ , ��► . IA ft Csi _<- — 0 0 III \ 0 1- 1. —'.,_ - _ T • 41#t \ \ Q \CD' N ItIll)k \,_03 t .\ \ ' -P3 \ # #°#S t t ! *4\ * \ 7 1 44 S 2A.40 t \\ \ liA w Tr CL N I e .4 o12 cvs 1n, o ee °o OC > cr `load \1 0 Greer r'� \• \N u. o ‘ m ta ��, Io s� m O �ii /001. Co ct 1+ Q-)‘ - - tf) %. 0 f s) F 1-I , . , 0 0 - IIIIIMh�►1� 80 ITEM— VILH.13 PLANNING ITEM#71305 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council APPROVED, AS CONDITIONED, BY CONSENT, Application of BRANT FELDMAN for a Conditional Use Permit re outdoor recreation facility(skateboard ramp) at 1708 River Court DISTRICT 5—LYNNHAVEN BE IT HEREBY ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA BRANT FELDMAN for a Conditional Use Permit re outdoor recreation facility (skateboard ramp) at 1708 River Court (GPIN 1499402453) DISTRICT 5—LYNNHAVEN The following conditions shall be required: 1. The skateboard ramp structure shall be located no closer than thirty-two (32)feet from the front property line as depicted on the exhibit entitled, "Conceptual Site Plan of 1708 River Court Virginia Beach, VA,"by Orbis Landscape Architecture, dated September 24, 2020. This location is a deviation to the fifty(50)foot setback required by the Zoning Ordinance. 2. To reduce the level of sound emanating from the ramp when in use, the following shall be utilized on the construction of the ramp: (a) the underside of the skating deck shall be insulated; (b) wood sheathing shall be installed at each end of the deck platform; and(c) the coping shall be filled with spray foam. 3. The skateboard ramp shall not be open to the general public nor shall it operate for profit. 4. Within ninety(90)days of City Council action, the applicant shall file all necessary permits with the City for review and approval for the skateboard ramp structure. 5. The use of the skateboard ramp shall be limited to the hours between 10:00 a.m. to dusk, daily. 6. Subject to Section 221(k) of the Zoning Ordinance, an annual review of the Outdoor Recreation Facility Conditional Use Permit, based on the date of City Council approval, shall be performed by the Planning Director or his designee to assure that the use does not conflict with any adjacent land uses. This Ordinance shall be effective in accordance with Section 107(1) of the Zoning Ordinance. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the 16'day of February Two Thousand Twenty One. February 16, 2021 81 ITEM— VILH.13 PLANNING ITEM#71305 (Continued) Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 --t- ( --------,__ 404 ..,„„ o . I . _________ .- 016, .i. Abiak., 41.41 0 ... c,r" , o, ---\ J =1 , 0 0 , / i \\_____I R 40' . .,„ / di /// Site Brant Feldman w44 Property_Polygons 1708 River Court Zoning Building Feet PLAN_TRANS_SURFACES 0 40 80 160 240 320 400 480 0 82 ITEM— VILH.14 PLANNING ITEM#71306 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council APPROVED, AS CONDITIONED,BY CONSENT,Application of JANICE HART for a Conditional Use Permit re home- based wildlife rehabilitation facility at 1203 Gunn Hall Drive DISTRICT 7—PRINCESS ANNE BE IT HEREBY ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA JANICE HART for a Conditional Use Permit re home-based wildlife rehabilitation facility at 1203 Gunn Hall Drive (GPIN 24154187331203) DISTRICT 7—PRINCESS ANNE The following conditions shall be required: 1. The applicant shall comply with all the provisions of Section 242.3 of the City Zoning Ordinance pertaining to a Home-Based Wildlife Rehabilitation Facility. 2. The applicant shall comply with all provisions established for wildlife rehabilitation by the Virginia Department of Game&Inland Fisheries. 3. No animals shall be dropped-off between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. 4. The applicant shall maintain the existing six (6)foot high privacy fence such that all activity associated with the Home-Based Wildlife Rehabilitation Facility Center and the pre-release facility are screened from view from the right-of-way and all adjacent properties. 5. No animals shall be released at the subject site or within the neighborhood. 6. The pre-release cage depicted on the site layout shall be equipped with a double door system for the protection of the handler and the mammals prior to occupancy by any mammals. 7. All mammals kept onsite shall be properly vaccinated for rabies and proof of rabies immunization shall be kept onsite. 8. Animal waste shall be removed daily in a lawful manner. 9. All animals shall be properly and humanely contained either in the dwelling unit or within the pre-release structure. Animals shall not be allowed to roam freely out of these structures at any time. If any animal does escape, the City of Virginia Beach Animal Control Department shall be notified immediately. This Ordinance shall be effective in accordance with Section 107(f) of the Zoning Ordinance. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the 16`"day of February Two Thousand Twenty One. February 16, 2021 83 ITEM— VILH.14 PLANNING ITEM#71306 (Continued) Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 al%'''' ...,, .- .--, / 2) ' / / ,..,„,„„,. .....„....4.. / 1 at 4top Mg R5D \ i jrnro-- _ du... _7- 44 *I ---- 71? liZ".?_•----4r-____ mi, AN ....., ny / ' ��e Z.f...._.�� R5D 1/ 1/* & '� r 1 , • -, , lb , 1 1 if 1 i.„.... . 01 5 nn `k*/1 i I ; riV R;5D . poi ,��� Ato1...... R5D Q R5D 0 o O ` . R5D Q R5D , N /// Site Janice Hart , ANL Property_Polygons 1203 Gunn Hall Drive s Zoning 1 Building Feet PLAN TRANS SURFACES 0 1530 60 90 120 150 180 84 ITEM— VILH.15 PLANNING ITEM#71307 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council APPROVED, AS CONDITIONED, BY CONSENT, Application of HOME DEPOT, U.S.A., INC.for Conditional Use Permits re bulk storage yard, and truck & trailer rentals at 2324 Elson Green Avenue DISTRICT 7— PRINCESS ANNE BE IT HEREBY ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA HOME DEPOT, U.S.A., INC. for Conditional Use Permits re bulk storage yard, and truck & trailer rentals at 2324 Elson Green Avenue (GPIN 2414159035)DISTRICT 7—PRINCESS ANNE The following conditions shall be required: 1. The location of the outdoor storage areas, and the trucks and trailers and construction equipment rentals shall be limited to the areas depicted on the submitted plan entitled, "THD #4643 TRC Prepare For The Home Depot," prepared by Kimley Horn and Associates,Inc., dated November 16, 2020, (Site Layout Plan)which has been exhibited to the Virginia Beach City Council and is on file in the Department of Planning and Community Development, and shall be subject to all applicable Building and Fire Codes. 2. The outdoor storage areas shall be fenced and screened as depicted on the Site Layout Plan and submitted plan entitled, "Concept B,"which have been exhibited to the Virginia Beach City Council and are on file in the Department of Planning and Community Development. This is a deviation to the perimeter fencing and landscaping required by the Zoning Ordinance. 3. The mulch shall not be stored outdoor more than five (5) months per calendar year. 4. There shall be no signage installed within the area, on the fence, or immediately adjacent to the area other than professionally prepared traffic control signs. 5. The outdoor storage materials shall not be stacked higher than the installed hedgerow and/or fence screening. 6. The proposed landscape depicted on the submitted Site Layout Plan shall be installed and maintained for the duration of the use. This Ordinance shall be effective in accordance with Section 1070 of the Zoning Ordinance. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on the 16t day of February Two Thousand Twenty One. February 16, 2021 85 ITEM— VII.H.15 PLANNING ITEM#71307 (Continued) Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 3 City of Virginia 13each ...L. . .,. gym, rk �s�p oUR NA��.J'S `° VBgov.com JOHN MOSS PHONE: (757)353-7745 COUNCILMAN-AT-LARGE February 16,2020 JDMOSSOVBGOV.COM In Reply Refer to 0069171 Mrs. Amanda Barnes City Clerk Municipal Center Virginia Beach,Virginia 23456 Dear Mrs. Barnes: Pursuant to the State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act,I make the following declaration: 1. I am executing this written disclosure regarding the application of Home Depot, U.S.A., Inc. for a conditional use permit for property located at 2324 Elson Green Avenue. 2. My spouse, my son and I own stock in Home Depot, but our ownership level is below the threshold set by the Conflict of Interests Act for having a "personal interest"in a company. 3. I hereby voluntarily disclose this equity stake, and I will participate in the City Council's consideration of this agenda item fairly, objectively and in the public interest. I respectfully request that you include this disclosure in the official records of the City Council. Thank you for your assistance and cooperation in this matter. Sincerely, John D. Moss Councilmember JDM/RRI 4109 RICHARDSON ROAD,VIRGINIA BEACH,VIRGINIA 23455 § AG2 �� Ll -` - ,_R2 0'-, I ;0 0 o u i i d o q- d o Q.1 -f) 1 iii , // R20 - _ __ � o � � o o / L5 0 / o 00 0 / , �.��.�, �� o 0 R20 wI o � � � � o /c AG24 ' - „ AY Q / o / o e , o ,, / R20 R20 -rJ j 1, ----,,, _ �, a 7 ir ., 1 // , 41 ,, 1 1 0,41 B! 1 y I /4,__ ' /' _,,,,,, _ - ,,.., c/ 1 i /(.4141r i 00 ' v ti 0441 I A AN, r ‘%i . . . , . ,, ,, % i / I P1Nii‘ Vs � , oo �o a y o o r o AG2 ,y � � o - p� . q� � 0Pr. /44/ a !yam ; o'- /sue o it ��► Aft g A G1 • ---.-- qt. /q/ ----., o ,, 000' a R20" \\e , . ,Q .,,.„ R7,5 U /-7-:,-.-60 O2 o d/ 4R20o % y /' \.,) 2o �A a N / i Site Home Depot, U.S.A, Inc. W '4& Property_Polygons 2324 Elson Green Avenue Zoning Building - iimi= Feet PLAN_TRANS_SURFACES 0 65130 260 390 520 650 780 86 ITEM— VII.H.16 PLANNING ITEM#71308 Upon motion by Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council Member Moss, City Council ADOPTED, BY CONSENT,Application of CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH—Ordinance to ADOPT and INCORPORATE into the Virginia Beach Comprehensive Plan the Virginia Beach Active Transportation Plan 2021 to supersede the Virginia Beach Bikeways and Trails Plan 2011 and AMEND Section 2.1 re active transportation Voting: 11-0 Council Members Voting Aye: Jessica P. Abbott, Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M.Henley,Louis R.Jones,John D.Moss,Aaron R.Rouse, Guy K. Tower, Rosemary Wilson, Vice Mayor James L. Wood and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None February 16, 2021 1 AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT AND INCORPORATE INTO 2 THE VIRGINIA BEACH COMPREHENSIVE PLAN THE 3 VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN 2021 4 WHICH WILL SUPERSEDE THE VIRGINIA BEACH 5 BIKEWAYS AND TRAILS PLAN 2011 AND TO AMEND 6 SECTION 2.1 (MASTER TRANSPORTATION PLAN) AND 7 TEXT PERTAINING TO ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION. 8 9 WHEREAS, the public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning 10 practice so require; and 11 12 WHEREAS, the Bikeways and Trails Plan 2011, has been revised and updated 13 as the Active Transportation Plan 2021, after extensive stakeholder and citizen input. 14 The Bikeways and Trails Advisory Committee has spent considerable effort and time 15 since 2017 to update the former plan; and 16 17 WHEREAS, the Planning Commission recommended approval on January 13, 18 2021. 19 20 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF 21 VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA: 22 23 That the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Virginia Beach be, and hereby is, 24 amended and reordained by: 25 26 1. The adoption of the Active Transportation Plan 2021, superceeding the 27 Bikeway and Trails Plan 2011, and amending the Comprehensive Plan Section 2.1. 28 Such amendments attached hereto and made a part hereof, having been exhibited to 29 the City Council and on file in the Department of Planning. 30 31 32 Adopted by the Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on this 16 t h 33 day of February , 2021. APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: Planning De artm nt City Attorney's Office CA15298 R-2 January 15, 2021 r Vi , , as tick ma 1 i -2' a10Twit* ,,;::•,- , kr.1: = _., ; '� ~ ,• -.0 1 -7 t44'''I I i P o - • t CL , . � . •ir I IMIIIMINIO o er o a_ CC U z try .�, ai,e Ee- . .7 -a ,.. .1 t —*r, * � 'Atka,� .rs - � ti' ice= 4. _, ._ t .� - i 14 " 44. itlif S\� CN `D W # r t'> U Q �-- V �-; THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN ACKNOWLEDGMENTS PREPARED FOR City of Virginia Beach PREPARED BY VIRGINIA BEACH BIKEWAYS B TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE Toole Design Group Mayor Robert Dyer,City Council Liaison Kimley-Horn Associates Barbara Henley,City Council Liaison Dee Oliver, Planning Commission Chair, Liaison DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION CONTRIBUTORS Amy Frostick, Chair Walter Camp,Vice Chair Michael Kirschman, Director Chad Morris, Planning, Design and Development Administrator William Hart Elaine Linn,Active Transportation Planner, Project Lead&Contributing Bryan Hickman Author James Raynor Corinna Green, Planner, Blueways Chapter Contributor Stephen Romine Rob MacPherson, Landscape Architect, Design Guidelines Contributor Kimberly Shuler Mike Anaya, Planner, Design Guidelines Contributor Carter Sinclair Chona O'Galvin,Creative Brand Manager William Vaughan,Agricultural Advisory Committee Liaison Zand Bakhtiari, IT/Center for Geospatial Information Services Hugh Tierney, Parks and Recreation Commission Liaison PLAN CONTRIBUTORS City of Virginia Beach Manager's office City of Virginia Beach Department of Housing and Neighborhood City of Virginia Beach Department of Planning and Community Preservation Development City of Virginia Beach Department of Cultural Affairs City of Virginia Beach Strategic Growth Areas Office Virginia Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau City of Virginia Beach Department of Public Works Virginia Beach City Public Schools City of Virginia Beach Office of the City Attorney Virginia Department of Health City of Virginia Beach Department of Economic Development Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization City of Virginia Beach Police Department Lillie Gilbert,Author and Environmentalist, Blueways Chapter Contributor iii C CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN CONTENTS Chapter 1 I Walking & Bicycling Background 2 Chapter 2 I Goals & Community Engagement 15 Chapter 3 I Network 31 Chapter 4 I Implementation 63 Appendix A I Active Transportation Design Guidelines 77 1. Introduction 78 2. Roadway Design 82 3. Pedestrian Facility Design 84 4. Bicycle Facility Design 92 5. Intersections 103 6. Bridge Design 113 7. Lighting 114 Appendix B I Online Survey 117 Appendix C I City Report Cards 121 Appendix D I VDOT Cost Estimates 126 iv THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK V • CHAPTER 1 WALKING Et BICYCLING BACKGROUND ... ... , ,f,:;,,,,,,L,,,, , ,. Ngt}4,k,,,"tlr',,I.A'. k,4&4 ",t•Tt, ,141,"'" " 'r I' lll°° 4",8*, ''''‘A., '14* ,qh -'''' 1,r,',«••,',1" ,',,t, • *.*‘;. ..' ' .-4, *.,... • •'lt ,Nvt,, re t't/ '.".; • ,4,-. r'' '''' ., -,,. ' 4,' '''''I''''t.' '. ,..e..••^,''' /: '''' ; ' . 2' ''-'` -11' ' 4 ' ', 4r1, Ctt ' i i•• ':q Itr " b, ,,.--''' ''',r'.4,S. 4•At" rell ,%'.,6*, , ,,„il. a ' ' ,.r.•'',1A ' 1,' '*", `I5 ' .7 -, ,‘4,IP. ' ' /I- tk-i-. ..'''' . Y.. • ,, f A f ... I / • * .4 , , . . • , ,, -t k.• •1 • I ' att. /,• till ti, ... .. .." •''* '' •-1 ,I. V/ ' V.-r - -, .% :‘-'•;.= 04 * . - - . • . w , . tit T* PI ....., , .01P‘Itiki 6. ..ji. . . I* - 1 I CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 1 I WALKING &BICYCLING BACKGROUND CHAPTER 1 I WALKING B BICYCLING BACKGROUND .f, . Introduction The City of Virginia Beach is a remarkable place.Within the City borders, , r,w` ` `~ you can spend your morning kayaking or picking produce at a thriving - =: i4- r . family farm,spend your afternoon at one of the East Coast's most popular , - I -' beach destinations,spend the evening enjoying high-quality shopping and - 'm ,� r -4 - entertainment in Virginia Beach Town Center,before going home to a quiet, _...--p . , 1f — r�"''... A .-. T` sought-after suburban neighborhood.This mix of places and experiences is t` :441i what makes Virginia Beach an attractive place for residents,businesses, and of - i i course,a thriving tourism industry with over three million annual visitors. Key to each of these different experiences is a safe,accessible,and enjoyable -.�r` �„� t‘-' environment for walking and bicycling.Today,many parts of Virginia Beach r :_t,. .'- `,^---•--_ -, , `~ can be challenging to navigate on foot or bicycle, as the network of sidewalks and bicycle facilities is incomplete.People often must walk or bike next to fast moving car and truck traffic, posing a significant hazard. Between 2011-2018, "For t3,-ycles Only"st ;ped fare in t, J. 4,1933 ph•}i'; ., , ,=r., r-r. 35 people were killed while walking or bicycling in Virginia Beach. of Sanca, .,r'Cr, .I co I cci It l,1.c.,<0,<raerno•,3I Librar .. Providing a complete,safe, and enjoyable pedestrian and bicycle network is not only important for health and safety,but for economic benefits as well. , These benefits are lower transportation costs for residents and commuters 1' a-.n,;. ilk A-0, 1 and an enjoyable experience for shoppers and tourists.This section highlights 1- 'I the confluence of trends,both national and local,that justify a robust active .1-�.. ' L' "" ;��-.- . I f i al n transportation network in Virginia Beach. , :: ., _ �1 j JI ti Active transportation,also known as non-motorized transportation,is defined , F , ":' 4} 1' -'—' t as self-propelled,human-powered mode of transportation, including walking, ,j n,tk s ': ,; biking,small-wheeled transport(skates,skateboards,push scooters,and hand ; - - `-`. • -,.(ti .. carts),and wheelchair travel. This plan also includes non-motorized watercraft .5. # 'i`' ., -,- ; transportation,such as kayaking and canoeing. & y if , ` i 10,7.W r 'h.' f (40 ,. 1 `I r it. • . . ," ,' . .tune 29, Y Vsrglnia FCcach C .rcl,. i ,Courtesy oti Virg nia Be. .. ,, 2 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 1 I WALKING &BICYCLING BACKGROUND History of Transportation in Virginia Beach Throughout the history of Virginia Beach, innovations in transportation have OP"' . Or shaped the City's growth and development,going back to the digging of _A� canals and draining of swamps in the 1850s, providing access for commercial and military ships, and the creation of buildable uplands.'The Norfolk, ? -. ..:1 j . r 1 1 } Virginia Beach, and Southern Railroad opened in 1883,connecting Norfolk to a t what was then a small resort area in Princess Anne County along the Atlantic .o. 1 Ocean called Virginia Beach.2 In the following years,two spur lines opened i to Munden Point and to today's Oceana Naval Air Station.A rail line to Cape '� ' ' Henry,completed in 1902, created a loop through Princess Anne County. r f � 104 The railroads carried tourists,soldiers,sailors, businesspeople,and farmers, j- a ' .. providing reliable transportation and supporting the City's growth.' ' 1,1 .4 •• In the 20th century,the advent of the automobile opened Virginia Beach to suburban development and the expansion of its tourism economy.The first •=. 18 Scooter to Munden Point-Pan from Norfolk to Munden Point 1910 to 1929.In:ti ally paved road,Virginia Beach Boulevard(Route 58)was completed in the early 9=sol ne d became e1 r;ic i,1923.CcurtC75y of The Virginia Ecad,Pubf c Library,Edger T.ero,vn Collection. 1920s and spanned between Virginia Beach and Norfolk. From 1940 to 1960, Princess Anne County(which merged into the City of Virginia Beach in 1963) quadrupled in population,4 which led to the construction of the Virginia Beach ferries helped residents cross bodies of water such as the Lynnhaven River and Expressway(Route 44)in 1967.5 The highway, now known as 1-264, attracted North Landing River before the Pungo Ferry Bridge. External ferries, such as the connection between Little Creek and Cape Charles, also helped to access significant commercial development near each of its interchanges, making Virginia Beach. In addition,the City's extensive waterfront access enabled Virginia Beach an economic engine for the region.The city is notably home to Hampton Roads'first enclosed shopping center, Pembroke Mall,which the growth of military installations, including Joint Expeditionary Base Fort opened in 1966. Story,which opened in 1914, and Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek, which opened in 1942. The City of Virginia Beach's waterway system is comprised of four major Bicycling facilities were present in Virginia Beach as early as the 1930s,when watersheds(Elizabeth River, Lynnhaven,Oceanfront, and Southern Rivers)and the historic Oceanfront Boardwalk became overwhelmed with cyclists who boasts 121 miles of navigable waterways. Since the 17th century,the City's rented bikes nearby.6 This was the beginning of the separated bicycle path expansive system of waterways has lent itself to the transport of people and along Atlantic Avenue, now one of the City's numerous bicycle facilities. goods from land to water, growing the economy and population. Internal 1 https://www.pilotonline.com/history/article_7dfe3a14-fabc-5936-b70b-6398905af189.html 2 httpi/www.virginiaplaces.org/rail/norfolksrabeachsouthern.html 3 https://www.pilotonline.com/news/article_a4130d19-a99b-58de-8feb-a40ad9b15cad.html 4 Decennial Census 6 hops://www.pilotonline.com/history/vp-nwboardwalk-history-0905-20200907-kjhvwumozra2xhagf4x- 5 https://www.pilotonline.com/history/article_bee368bb-03eb-5378-9fe6-812132e5e83e.html kvlkise-story.html 3 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 1 I WALKING & BICYCLING BACKGROUND Today,Virginia Beach is the largest city in Virginia with over 450,000 residents, 4 siMtit 11 � r;� • r ' and part of the Hampton Roads Metropolitan Statistical Area of 1.7 million :., .. `4,-'4' f a % : residents.' Most of the southern one-half of the City is low-lying, low-density M. s. :' farmland that does not support future dense development, and the northern `�' i0l one-half of the City is largely built out. Future growth of Virginia Beach is - .. - --- encouraged within the Strategic Growth Areas(SGAs),which have been - identified as having characteristics and opportunities suitable for higher- Pjl jlt ---&-----,'';,.. - - density redevelopment,such as the Virginia Beach Town Center.The scale 4 1 go, ;,Aihe . of new development will be more compact and vertical, requiring a new approach to transportation. This plan recognizes that many City residents and employees use active ,, transportation because they cannot afford to own and maintain a personal car. In some cases they must walk or bicycle long distances on dangerous roads to access a bus stop,school, or place of work.This plan also recognizes s that retirees, military veterans, and people with various disabilities make up a` a significant percent of Virginia Beach's population.While critical for those • with limited mobility,the curb ramps,wide sidewalks, pedestrian signals, wayfinding, and other accessible design elements serve everyone in the community. Investing in accessible active transportation, such as walking and bicycling,will address these inequities and enable more people to travel short ti , . ' '• • distances safely,comfortably, and efficiently. , fiat�1. , ihfr 1 Pt 1 . ''.' ' Y $ i,, .1 ..• s' .7• '''',,, i. . mitai • ' ;,.rr... . .; , ‘ !irk 4; . . r 1 1 m y iv y \ .ii wa. 1, fofelitaix f\ `... 7 ..<i1y 1' j i 7 https://censusreporterorg/profiles/31000US47260-virgirea-beach-norfolk-newport-news-va-nc-metro-area/ E. cooters ale ar'.increasingly popuIa ••Li o`f.•-1, ii i- ' " - 4 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 1 I WALKING& BICYCLING BACKGROUND National and Local Trends military bases, as well as in its Strategic Growth Areas,where much of the City's future development will likely continue to occur. Whether in Virginia Beach or across the United States,the ways we get around Providing active transportation options, particularly in these communities,will are changing as more people shift from driving to other transportation be a main asset for attracting younger residents to the City and encouraging modes. More Americans are walking: in 2017, 18%of Americans said they walk them to put down roots.Well-designed and maintained active transportation for social or recreational activities, and 13%for work or work-related activities, infrastructure intended to attract and retain the large cohort of now-young compared to 7%and 4%, respectively, in 1995.8 This shift is especially Millennial&Generation Z will continue to be of value as these generations pronounced among Millennials(adults born between 1981 and 1996)and age,staying true to the City's slogan, "A Community for a Lifetime." Generation Z(those born 1997 or later),the two generations comprising a population majority in the United States today,9 totaling over 166 million people 10 Due to a combination of lower incomes, increases in the cost of gas Benefits of Walking and Bicycling and car ownership, and changing habits,younger people are driving less than previous generations did at the same age. In 2017,only 25%of 16-year-olds There are health benefits to walkable and bikeable neighborhoods. People had driver's licenses,compared to 46%of 16-year-olds in 1983. are more likely to walk or bike if they can do so to access daily needs and not solely for recreation. Studies show that walking reduces the risk of high Young adults now consider transportation options as a factor in where they cholesterol,increased blood pressure,diabetes and obesity, as well as want to live.Research from the Hampton Roads Transportation Planning improved mental health 14 For senior citizens,walkable neighborhoods are Organization (HRTPO) noted that 54%of Millennials nationwide would consider moving away to another city with more transportation options.11 One response has been the rise of new transportation technologies,like 14 https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/walking-your-steps-to-health bikesharing,carsharing,and e-scooters. In 2018,the Ford Motor Company bought e-scooter company Spin as a response to declining car ownership among young people." y":`, This trend is especially relevant here in Virginia Beach. HRTPO found that ^ Millennia's in the Hampton Roads area were twice as likely not to drive to + . work than the general population,with 4%of Millennial workers commuting '' by other travel modes.The City is one of the youngest communities in the - ,40 Commonwealth,with adults between 18 and 34 making up 31.6%of the ' .INU "� x population in 201613 Most of these residents are clustered around the City's - '" 8 https://nhts.oml.gov/assets/2017 nhts_summary_travel_trends.pdf , 4471P 9 https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2018/03/01/millennials-overtake-baby-boomers/ � fir^ ,i, j .00 10 ht s:/ww .brookin s.edu/blo /the-avenue/2020/07/30/now-more-than-half-of-americans-are-millennials- . . ' — T""'^j� r orttp 9 9 A/ '�~ i v.y 11 https://t4america.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Press-Release_Millennials-Survey-Results-FINAL-with-em- . -- --_v `� bargo.pdf .h • ` - , 12 https://www.wsj.com/articles/driving-the-kids-are-so-over-it-11555732810 A, 13 https://www.law.umn.edu/sites/law.umn.edu/files/metro-files/virginiabeach incomechange_report.pdf 5 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 1 I WALKING & BICYCLING BACKGROUND linked with greater physical activity,15 which can slow down the aging process, "paved walking&jogging trails" as the highest and second highest priority and allow people to live independently for a longer time 16 Places where rating. This desire is also reflected throughout the region and state,where driving is not the only travel option are also safer, as higher rates of driving "trails" ranked fourth for the most needed recreational opportunity based on mean a greater risk of car crashes"Streets designed for walking and bicycling the 2017 Virginia Outdoors Demand Survey,and shown in the 2018 Virginia often have lower speeds,which reduces the risk of injury for everyone who Outdoors Plan. uses that street, regardless of travel mode. There are also environmental benefits to reducing reliance on fossil fuel- Active transportation also plays a significant role in the City's public powered transportation modes, particularly in Virginia Beach,where climate transportation system.All trips involving public transportation are essentially change-related flooding has increased in recent years.The City of Virginia multimodal because they require at least a short distance of travel, by foot, Beach has identified$3.8 billion dollars in infrastructure improvements bicycle,or mobility device,to access the transit station or stop. For this reason needed to address the future threat of flooding caused by a projected three- and others, active transportation and public transportation are inherently foot rise in sea level by 2085.7'With the center of the City largely built-out, linked. Strong mobility options provide the means by which opportunities the need for areas for stormwater storage and infiltration are increasing. critical for individual,economic,social, and community success may be The Virginia Beach Active Transportation Plan introduces the concept of a accessed.Active transportation modes are recognized as the connectors proposed network of greenways and blueways that can ribbon throughout the between origin, public transportation, and destination in a multimodal most vulnerable and flood prone areas, providing the most comprehensive network, and are frequently referred to as the first and last mile. solution that satisfies stormwater storage,a complete network of active transportation routes, and a boost to economic vitality and neighborhood As more people embrace walking and bicycling, active transportation revitalization.Thus, reducing our reliance on private automobiles and giving facilities increasingly have economic benefits.A survey from the National people more choices in how to get around safely is imperative.This includes Association of Homebuilders found that prospective homebuyers rank trails a more robust pedestrian and bicycling network,which can be deployed as one of their most important community amenities 16 Likewise, a study alongside green infrastructure,flood mitigation efforts, and better stormwater from the National Association of Realtors noted that 60%of households and management. 67%of families with children are willing to spend more on a home to live in a walkable neighborhood.19 More businesses are seeking walkable and bikeable locations,and a study from the Urban Land Institute found that they will pay higher rents to be there.20 Trails,or shared use paths, are also a highly desirable amenity and are consistently ranked as one of the most needed or highest priority recreational facilities in the Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation Community Survey Priority Rating. Respondents to the 2017 survey gave "biking trails" and 15 https://medicalxpress.com/news/2017-10-walkable-neighborhoods-linked-older-adults.html 16 httpsi/www.health.harvard.edu/blog/walking-exercise-helps-seniors-stay-mobile-indepen- dent-201405287173 17 https://www.sightline.org/research_item/walkable-facts/ 18 http'/nahbnow.com/2016/02/3-community-amenities-that-top-all-home-buyers-wish-lists/ 19 https://www.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/documents/2017%20Analysis%20and%20slides.pdf 20 https://urbanlend.uli.org/news/walkable-downtowns-drawing-companies-talent/ 21 https://www.pilotonline.com/news/environment/article_54a6f7be-19cc-11e9-a249-237d5S1545f7.html 6 C CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 1 I WALKING&BICYCLING BACKGROUND Local Trends Pembroke, Resort,and Rosemont.26These areas are key opportunities for the City to add new residents and jobs without causing additional strain on the Over the past 50 years,Virginia Beach has developed from suburbs into one road network.Creating compact and mixed-use communities connected by of Hampton Roads'main job centers;62%of employed residents in Virginia walkable and bikeable streets will allow people to travel without a car safely Beach both live and work in the City. Residents are likely to commute shorter and comfortably. distances to jobs within the City boundaries,illustrated by the City's low Cities around the United States are taking this approach to tackle congestion, average commute time of 23 minutes,which has remained stable since 1990.22 improve public health,promote economic development,or protect the environment. People For Bikes, a national organization that promotes safer The way Virginia Beach residents commute to work has changed slightly during that time.Over four out of every five Virginia Beach residents commute bicycling,has produced a Bicycle Network Analysis(BNA)that measures how to work(81.9%),a slight increase from 1990. Meanwhile, more residents are well a city's bike network connects people with the places they want to go, bicycling to work(an increase from 0.4%to 0.7%)and fewer are walking(a focusing on low-stress bicycle routes.The BNA shows how Virginia Beach decrease from 3.5%to 2.3%)23.The greatest rates of people walking and compares to other cities in Virginia,as well as peer cities around the nation bicycling to work are in areas where people are likely to live close to their with a similar population,geography,or demographics. Each city receives a jobs:near military installations,along the Oceanfront,and in the Strategic score from 0 to 100.The score rates access to different types of destinations from aloes-stress bicycle facility, including:public recreation facilities, Growth Areas. However,changing demographics,combined with 4%of City households who do not have cars,may generate increased demand for active shopping areas,transit,and core services like health care,jobs and education. transportation options. Lower scores mean that city has poor access to these destinations,while higher scores reflect better access. Regional Growth and Congestion When compared to other cities around the Commonwealth,Virginia Beach continues to lag on access to core services,employment,recreation, retail, As the second-largest metropolitan area in Virginia after Northern Virginia,the and transit(Table 1).To respond to public demand for enhanced quality of Hampton Roads area(which includes the City of Virginia Beach)is growing.24 life through community-centered active transportation,the City will need Over 1.7 million people call the area home today,and the HRTPO estimates to prioritize balancing its transportation system and connect its citizens and that will increase to two million by the year 2045. During that same period,the visitors to safe,accessible non-motorized travel options. City of Virginia Beach is expected to add 65,000 residents, 16,000 jobs, and as many as 45,000 vehicles.25 HRTPO has identified several already congested This is further supported by comparing Virginia Beach to similar cities around corridors in the City,such as Kempsville Road, Princess Anne Road,Dam Neck the nation,whereas similarly,Virginia Beach has less access to core services, Road,Independence Boulevard,and London Bridge Road,and anticipates employment,retail,and transit.However, despite not having a complete that motor vehicle traffic will increase in the future. network of active transportation,Virginia Beach enjoys better access to recreation by bicycle(Table 2). Much of the City's growth is anticipated to happen in its eight Strategic Growth Areas: Burton Station,Centerville,Hilltop,Lynnhaven, Newtown, The higher rating in bicycle access to recreation can be,in part, based on Virginia Beach having a higher acreage of parks in the City than the other similar cities.27 The city boasts of over 7,000 acres of municipal park lands,two 22 American Community Survey,Commuting Characteristics by Sex 1990-2019 state parks,a federal preserve,miles of public beaches,a myriad of internal 23 American Community Survey,Commuting Characteristics by Sex 1990-2019 24 httpa:/Mrww.daiiypress.comlnews/newport-news/dp-nws-population-estimates-virginia-20190130-htmistory.html 25 https://www.hrtpo.org/uploads/docs/Hampton%20Roads%202045%20Socloeconomic%20Forecast%20and% 26 https:/A ww.vbgov.com/government/departments/sga/strategic growth-areas/Pages/default.aspx 20TAZ%20Allocation%20Report.pdf 27 https://www.tplorgicity/virginia-beach-virginia 7 C CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 1 I WALKING & BICYCLING BACKGROUND waterways,and a temperate climate(about 70 pleasant days a year).28 The Bicycle Network Analysis(BNA)below measures how well a However,the current inventory of active transportation infrastructure within city's bike network connects people with the places they want to go, the City does not sufficiently accommodate the active lifestyles and potential focusing on low-stress bicycle routes. Each•city receives a score from connections of the community.Tables 1 and 2 support this finding as well as 0 to 100. Higher scores reflect better access.The score rates access the independent research done by Walk Score and Places For Bikes. to different types of destinations from a;low-stress bicycle facility, • Walk Score,an index that rates the walkability of cities on a scale from 0 to including:public recreation facilities,shopping areas,transit,and 100, gave Virginia Beach a Walk Score of 32 and a Bike Score of 44.29 This core services like health care,jobs and education. classifies the City as"Car-Dependent," meaning most errands require a car, and "Somewhat Bikeable,' meaning there is minimal bicycling infrastructure. • Places for Bikes is an organization that scores communities nationwide Bicycle Access as Compared to Other Virginia Cities for bikeability.Virginia Beach's 2020 City Scorecard rating is 1.3 out of 5 (Figure 1 and Appendix C).30 The City scored poorly in the five categories of City Virginia Norfolk Chesapeake Arlington Richmond Ridership, Safety, Network,.Reach, and Acceleration. Beach Population 447,867 250,396 234,600 221,847 213,084 Compared to other similar communities, indicators demonstrate Virginia Core Services ' 9 9 14 49 17 Beach needs to improve but has every opportunity to do so. Employment 21 22 46 27 51 +Education Recreation 31 27 51 19 64 2020 OVERALL SCORE RIDERSHIP lot The overall score is based on Ridersnlp,Safety, Measures how many people are Wog. Retail 20 14 25 22 42 Network Reach and Accelere1en It includes -{ publicly available date and dela gathered fromour Commune,/Survey, 1 (0 Barck wmmulerg OA Transit 0 3 0 0 33 U Bicycle Network Analysis. Snapshot.and 1'U Peec n bike bike use 2.1 4 w.w **wry Table 1:Virginia Beach's Bike Network Analysis compared to other Virginia cities. SAFETY 10 NETWORK I Z Measures now safe it Is and feels to ride a bike. Measures how wed the Like network connects people lo dogma... Bicycle Access as Compared to National Peer Cities ln� AC mode letaidies and kjuries II Y P U Bicycle fatalities and Nunes I.f Bicycle Network Analysts(BNA) 1.0 PercapUons of safely 1.7 Percephons of network quaky 2.1 Virginia Raleigh, Jacksonville, New Orleans, Long *w. City Beach NC FL LA Beach, CA REACH le89 ACCELERATION IBo4 POpulation 447,867 429,177 839,691 345,392 486;282 Measures how wa the brke network serves everyone equally. Measures the e,rrs commitment to growing bicycling quaky Core Services 9 10 11 33 22 Derrwgrepnu-lieu in tllr n 1.] 0'4, Growth in hike faciXties and events #` Employment Blrydecanmutkgra`esbygende I.g Pen/miler*ofprogrcy) I1, 21 13 13 41 30 +Education .wa. Figure 1:Places for Bikes'2020 City Scorecard for Virginia Beach Recreation 20 21 47 28 Retail 20 15 25 18 29 28 https://kellegous.com/Y2014/02/03/pleasant-places Transit 0 4 1 24 • 14 29 https://www.walkscore.comNANirginia_Beach Table 2:Virginia Beach's Bike Network Analysis compared to national peer cities. 30 https://cityratings.peoplelorbikes.org/city/virginia-beach/ 8 t • CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 1 I WALKING & BICYCLING BACKGROUND City and Regional Plans ,,:...... '�' >,i , , To transform Virginia Beach,the Active Transportation Plan must work in . conjunction with other plans to coordinate all of the interrelated parts of the „: wriginaCapitalWait., \\ City.This plan builds upon many of the City's and greater Hampton Roads' regional planning efforts, some of which are summarized below. :.. City of Virginia Beach Comprehensive Plan The City of Virginia Beach Comprehensive Plan(Comp Plan) is the current - general land use plan for the municipality, guiding growth and development Birthplace a America Van for the coming years and providing recommendations for zoning and Elizabeth River Trail policy changes.This Active Transportation Plan is a component of the :u(n'Y---�—� Comprehensive Plan.The Comp Plan affirms the City's long-term vision of , South Hampton Virginia Beach Wail suburban neighborhoods in the northern part of the City,rural areas south ~x' Road Wail of the Green Line,and eight Strategic Growth Areas that will receive much of the City's future urban growth.The Plan recommends walkable, "transit supportive," mixed-use development in these eight areas,which will provide more options for people to live closer to jobs,shops,schools,medical facilities,and other amenities.These land use changes allow people to make City of Virginia Beach Bikeways and Trails use of active transportation facilities,which can reduce congestion, lower air Plan pollution, and improve public health and safety. Virginia Beach adopted its first Bikeways and Trails Plan in 1981 and has The Plan recommends several large-scale trail projects, including: updated the plan six times.The last update was adopted in 2011 and was organized around the "5 E's" of active transportation planning: Education, • The Virginia Beach Trail, an east-west trail following the former Norfolk Encouragement, Enforcement, Engineering,and Evaluation. Southern railroad alignment from the Newtown Road light rail station to Virginia Beach Town Center, and further east to the Oceanfront. The following projects have been accomplished since the 2011 plan,either • The Thalia Creek Greenway, an urban greenway system of trails connecting as stand-alone trail or bike line capital projects, road capital improvement Town Center to nearby waterways and adjacent residential neighborhoods. projects, or repaving projects: • Regional trail projects,such as the South Hampton Roads Trail, Beaches • Bike Buddies Program,which uses individual,group,or business to Bluegrass,and Bicycle Route 76,each of which will connect the City to sponsorship to install bicycle parking at designated sites around the city surrounding communities. • Lesner Bridge east-west bicycle and pedestrian connection The Comp Plan also recommends to identify opportunities to create new • Nimmo Parkway shared use path pedestrian and bicycle crossings of 1-264 and 1-64 and to improve existing crossings, particularly near Independence Boulevard and Town Center. • Princess Anne Road(Landstown to Municipal Center)shared use path • Thalia Creek Greenway Phases I and II • Birdneck Road shared use path 9 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 1 I WALKING &BICYCLING BACKGROUND • Holland Road shared use path m • Hampton Roads Transit bus stop improvements, including shelters and bike racks • Virginia Beacn Blvd • Pacific Avenue median pedestrian crossings =` • Restriping projects for on-road bike lanes on Rosemont Road, Princess Anne • •••• %''�.,g„ Road at the municipal center, and the Donna Drive road diet '•••e from.limbea. V••• The 2011 Plan laid out 13"top priority" goals to achieve the vision of"a _. City where people can walk, run, and ride anywhere safely,efficiently r,� `� CREEK iv ` •�'s 'f •ARE NWAY Norf and enjoyably," many of which are being carried forward to this Active • �,z. Transportation Plan: ® �, • Goal 4.1:Virginia Beach will be seen as a destination for bike and pedestrianOik V"g'nra Be�Cp SPYy_. y tourism. X E'. yG • Goal 6A:Virginia Beach will have a comprehensive bikeways and trails MI 1'r;,snmore system that serves all residents and visitors throughout the City. park • Goal 6B:Virginia Beach's comprehensive bikeways and trails system will connect neighborhoods and destinations to each other. • Goal 6C:Virginia Beach will treat bike-ped facilities both as valued I, , recreational amenities and as integral components of the City's transportation matrix. Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation Outdoors Several projects yet to be accomplished from previous Virginia Beach Plan (2016) Bikeways and Trails Plans, such as the Virginia Beach Trail and 1-264 pedestrian bridge are also carried forward within this Plan. The Outdoors Plan is also a component of the Comp Plan for the parks and recreation systems in Virginia Beach to ensure open space, including Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation Strategic parks, access to greenways, and coordination of rural trail networks within Plan (2018) natural buffer areas.These amenities contribute to quality of life and provide ii safe, enjoyable,and sustainable options for outdoor recreation.The Plan The Strategic Plan builds a shared vision of Parks and Recreation programs, establishes a vision and a framework for guiding actions that ensure a viable facilities,technology, and customer service.The plan establishes key issues parks and recreation system. and recommendations to continue and improve the quality offerings of Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation. 10 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 1 1 WALKING & BICYCLING BACKGROUND ``'. P 'P'�rt, ,E HRTPO Linking Hampton Roads: A Regional kk Active Transportation Plan (2020) Linking Hampton Roads is an effort to connect active transportation a • I,i ' facilities across the region.The plan focuses on active transportation for • "` both recreation and commute purposes.To create a regionally-connected community, Linking Hampton Roads establishes a framework for programs, _ . policies, and connected walking and biking facilities throughout Hampton Roads in order to improve health outcomes, promote the regional economy, k and improve safety.The plan proposes 11 regional routes in Virginia Beach r __'"--.. _, which are incorporated into this plan's network. ''- -___ �� HRPTO Signature Paths Hampton Roads Cam" "btu ��_��. ��y�`� , (2016) Y°"^'.�1a's+Mi''a•.� n 'au '� �raw;,rv'.�1��.._ -.� __ A viev4 of To.vn Cenicr from Thal.: Crook Greenway. The Signature Paths of Hampton Roads studies 14 abandoned railroad tracks in the region and analyzed their conversion to multi-use trails, including the Sea Level Wise (2020) proposed Virginia Beach Trail.Trails built on inactive rail rights-of-way provide Sea Level Wise is the City's comprehensive plan for rising sea levels and comfortable facilities for pedestrians and bicyclists away from the noise and danger of roadways.These rail-trails, if implemented,will provide connection recurrent flooding.The Adaptation Strategy has four layers to address to open space, improved quality of life,positive influence on local economics, flood risks holistically: Natural Mitigations, Engineered Defenses,Adapted Structures,and Prepared Communities.There is much opportunity to expand ease of travel,and the creation of a destination.The planned projects seek the active transportation system through the development of greenway and to increase the number of active transportation commuters and real estate blueway networks. Some of these routes will be built as elements of sea level values. adaptation projects,though most will continue to be accomplished as part of larger roadway improvement CIP projects, administered and managed through the Public Works Department. City of Virginia Beach Comprehensive Sea Level Rise and Recurrent Flooding Response Plan (2017) As our changing climate induces sea level rise and the associated flooding risk to Virginia Beach,this plan outlines anticipated changes to the floodplain and strategies for long-term resilience. 11 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 1 I WALKING &BICYCLING BACKGROUND Plan Development This plan reflects over a year of investigation and outreach into how Virginia - & Beach residents,workers,and visitors travel throughout the City,which is described in the following chapters.To start,the project team looked at existing conditions in the City, including travel habits,crash rates, and social, '' economic,and environmental issues.A review of existing planning documents j ,: 4"k14e' for Virginia Beach and the entire Hampton Roads area also provided the foundation for this plan. --., V Over several months,the City conducted extensive outreach to community 1, members,collecting feedback on where people already walk and bike today, where they would like to walk and bike,and barriers that may prevent them -'_1•�,, from doingso.The project team identified areas where the walkingand --" .-' bicycling experience in Virginia Beach needs improvement and went on a °`" " series of site visits to investigate those conditions in person.From there,the 1 !. team developed a network of recommended pedestrian and bicycle routes,as - ' ', „ , pa- well as recommendations to improve safety at key intersections. s u ".'= -- The network shown in this plan is intended to be built over time,starting with - - . - high-priority projects that can make a substantial contribution to access and 4 - - safety for people walking and bicycling.As identified in the Implementation :r, ,,; " i As ,' chapter,plan build out ranges from near term(1-5 years),mid-term(5-10 years),and long-term(10+years).Together,we can make the vision of a safer, -_ _";: healthier, more accessible Virginia Beach a reality. -. - 12 C THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 13 • • 6 CHAPTER 2 GOALS Et COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT ........ # #,#,- ;., ,--101110. ,.# Ado # •• . , , 40. t .0...,.. ,...., . , . ,, t. . . 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' .'4 • • . - • • „- ,„ i',,,,,„4,,,,,,„;:.,.,,,,,t...0. ,,,,,,,,+.,,.:,41,-,„,1,,,,,,,,,,i.):,,:,',,:.,,„,,,,,,,,,,,,:.,,..:,,',„,,,,„.!,:,',„:„„ •„„„ „ ,, ..,_-„..,,..,-,' ,,„ , ,„,., ....tr.' . , ., ,. ,_,..1....., i 4 "1111 ...4 ••••4 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 2 I GOALS &COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT CHAPTER 2 I GOALS Er COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Introduction to the budget,the principles and priorities that guide the budget are based upon the established ten City Council Goals and a reaffirmed commitment to improving outcomes related to at least three out of the following six priority Visionareas as identified by City Council: Sea Levet Rise/Stormwater, Education, Public Safety,Transportation, Economic Development,and Affordable One day soon,active transportation will be the backbone of daily life in Housing. More specifically to active transportation are the following: Virginia Beach. Sidewalks,trails,blueways,and bike lanes will connect residents,workers, and tourists of all ages and abilities to all the great • Goal#1:Grow the Local Economy activities the City has to offer.While driving will still be a popular option • Funding to include several Resort Area Strategic Action Plan (RASAP) for longer trips,walking and bicycling will be a safe,comfortable,and fun 2030 recommendations, including a Resort Mobility Plan which in part option for shorter trips throughout the City.Access to active transportation focuses on micromobility and active transportation. will bolster public health,support a thriving economy,and help protect our • Goal#3: Improve the Transportation System natural environment.The centerpiece of the City's active transportation network will be a state-of-the-art rail trail running 12 miles through the center • Funding is included to meet the goals of improving the transportation of the City. Not only will the rail trail be a cherished public space,but also a system connectivity,providing multiple modes of transportation, and spine connecting the Oceanfront,Virginia Beach Town Center,and the City's maintaining infrastructure. Strategic Growth Areas with Norfolk,the envisioned South Hampton Roads • Goal#4: Revitalize Neighborhoods and Plan for the Future Trail,the Elizabeth River Trail,the Birthplace of America Trail,the Virginia • New funding is proposed to create a Stormwater Green Infrastructure Capital Trail,and beyond.This network will provide a safe and separate Project that will seek to mitigate and manage the recurring flooding transportation alternative to alleviate vehicular roadway congestion while within our more vulnerable neighborhoods.This generates the providing access to commerce,residential, and recreation via a diverse opportunity for the melding of storm water solutions and active corridor that boasts of a variety of experiences from a lively city center to transportation needs with the potential creation of green linear parks pristine greenways and waterways. ribboned with active transportation routes that provide new and The analysis and recommendations in this plan are an expansion of ongoing enhanced connections throughout the City. pedestrian,bikeways and trails planning in the City of Virginia Beach. Using • To kick off this initiative, in 2019 the City of Virginia Beach was that framework,this plan applies updated planning and design strategies and awarded a FEMA grant to conduct the"Bow Creek Greenway/Blueway tools that represent the evolution of an ever-growing active transportation Corridor Study at the Windsor Woods/Princess Anne Plaza/The Lakes field. From sophisticated public engagement techniques like our web-based Neighborhoods".This grant application was submitted by the Parks interactive map to field work conducted with smart phone applications, and Recreation Active Transportation Planner in cooperation with the development of this plan combines best practices with cutting edge Departments of Planning, Housing and Neighborhood Preservation, technology to produce sound,data driven recommendations. Emergency Management and Public Works.The grant will be administered by the SGA office to comprehensively master land use In March 2020,the Virginia Beach City Manager's Office presented to City plan a solution to minimize the threat of blight generated by flooding Council the FY2020/2021 Proposed Budget.The upheaval by the COVID-19 and economic loss. pandemic has certainly generated changes to the budget.Despite challenges 15 ( CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 2 I GOALS&COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Section 1 I Goals r a t i it ., i L t NA , .r : `"` � To achieve this vision,this plan lays out five goals for its active transportation x. x 4 _ _,L. '���e�k_ I. —.-.„, . . ,. network.Each of these goals relates to the City of Virginia Beach's broader lR`°" r.•"- goals,as well as feedback received from the public during the community ^* `.1 .- "j,i engagement process.These goals will lay the groundwork for specific �'trt sr - strategies for the City to improve the walking and bicycling experience.They ) t�� t AA, ••4 ,i i.G'� Y. are: t Js t� "Grow the City of Virginia Beach into a complete transportation opuioso • - '' 4'4'lap e. ,lilf, - Y • network that integrates active transportation into the lifestyles ...le.4 y f '_ ,tit-. Connectivity of the communities for the enhanced health,safety;and ---''� , , " Solis- •9,: tic,• ' •t welfare of all users. � � Create a safe,attractive experience for walking and °PP— ' et, 2.1 �" �` Safetybicycling throughout the City of Virginia Beach by providing •.. M . • opr i. ;, convenient,connected,and equitable development of active i4 ! �- 1. , transportation facilities, �a•I fi,s' -e „" "+ Create an active transportation network that supports a strong . • • +.,. : �1,�. 1 ; '' . . K lt> � and thriving local economy by increasing commuting options, 't Economic � o. enriching recreational and tourism opportunities,promoting Vitality ±` 11, 4- .v11 public health,and making the City an even more attractive :� �- place to live and work. ��`" • :' _ r� ,\ �L" ' .-•...� Craft strategies and guidelines to prepare our streets for r • * " �". changing needs and technologies,includingridehailing,Technology 9 9 g w� • .. ' micromobility vehicles like electric bicycles and scooters, and i autonomous vehicles. Support public health benefits by creating an active '�ti '1 r<� t> iti„ ,, . '• R _ • t !�� Health transportation network that values and supports physical 'i.``7 activity for people of all ages and abilities. r } �' Y ; -Aka Table 3:Virginia Beach goals for active transportation. 4• ;` _. s31 1 , k.. ' � "fir '..� .t' . x�t' An explanation of each goal, as well as the strategies needed to make each if+ ., x ; 1'i' ` goal a reality,appear on the following pages. -�� , gym �' 4' t, , ri 'o. 1. , °t I 16 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 2 I GOALS&COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT IGrant application was submitted in 2019 to receive funding to complete oa #1 : Connectivity the remaining 10.5 miles.As the top priority active transportation project for Virginia Beach,this trail will be a new commuter route and connects Grow the City of Virginia Beach into a complete adjacent established neighborhoods and the Housing Resource Center to transportation network that integrates active transportation businesses,jobs,and the second largest commercial center in the City.The into the lifestyles of the communities for the enhanced path is also an attractive amenity with many opportunities to encourage health, safety, and welfare of all users. revitalization and trail-oriented development along the corridor. Objectives • When plans for new subdivisions are approved, require paved trails between neighborhoods to provide pedestrian connections away from high-speed • Update all City ordinances,the Public Works Design Manual, and policies roads. and procedures,as necessary,to accommodate walking, biking,wheelchair • Coordinate with federal,state, regional and local transportation travel, electric autonomous vehicles, muscle-powered boating, and equestrianism to: organizations to include pedestrian, bike,blueway,and/or equestrian facilities in project development, and as a source of funding for pedestrian, • Foster the construction of pedestrian and bike facilities along public bike,waterway,and equestrian projects. rights-of-way. • Integrate the Active Transportation Plan goals in planning and • Provide pedestrian and bike connections between adjacent redevelopment processes, including the comprehensive planning,transit developments without forcing users onto collector streets. planning, and Complete Streets Policy. • Accommodate emerging technologies,such as electric scooters and • Continue to program Parks and Recreation CIP City Bikeways and Trails Plan e-bikes. Consider regulating where these vehicles belong based on Implementation for future active transportation projects with an emphasis speed,such as,allowing scooters and e-bikes on shared use paths, on utilizing the appropriated funds to satisfy the required local match for bike lanes, and sidewalks where bicycles are allowed. state and federal grant applications;thus,generating local resources that • Facilitate the use of blueways with access points and routes free of have the potential of becoming a multiplier. impediments. • Coordinate with City departments to implement identified on-street bike • Create an active transportation network within the SGAs and transit centers facilities through the City's cyclical repaving and/or restriping of roadways as the "hub" and "spokes" connecting to surrounding neighborhoods. projects. • Implement a low stress pedestrian and bikeway network. • Coordinate with utility companies, such as Dominion Energy,to create Design and implement facilities that separate people on foot, bicycle, multi use paths within utility rights of way. • etc.from cars and trucks with physical barriers. • Develop signage on bridges and at intersections of streets and dedicated Increase pedestrian safety and comfort with traffic calming measures, trails to educate the public about the City's network of waterways. • smaller turn radii at intersections and driveways, median refuges, and • Ensure that site planning for public schools,whether new construction or pedestrian-scaled lighting. rebuilding projects, includes the establishment of Safe Schools travel routes • Increase bicyclist safety and comfort with turn queue boxes, from surrounding neighborhoods. intersection crossing markings, and designated traffic control devices. • Continue constructing the Virginia Beach Trail. Nearly 1.5 miles of the Virginia Beach Trail have been constructed at the oceanfront, and a BUILD 17 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN 1 CHAPTER 2 1 GOALS&COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Goal #2: Safety • Work towards adopting a Vision Zero approach to implementing active transportation improvements. • Integrate data from Virginia Beach Public Schools Safe Schools assessments, Create a safe, attractive experience for walking and bicycling throughout the City of Virginia Beach by providing and prioritize remedial infrastructure projects enabling VBPS to maximize Pedestrian and bicycling options for student travel to and from schools. convenient, connected, and equitable development of active transportation facilities. • Address personal safety using principals from Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design(CPTED), including frequent access points to trails, Objectives proper lighting,and planting and maintenance of slow-growing vegetation • Develop strategies that promote the League of American Bicyclists'six to improve visibility. Es: Engineering, Education, Encouragement, Enforcement, Equity, and Evaluation and Planning. f • Reduce barriers to walking and bicycling across natural and man-made "'p „ j impediments, such as waterways,expressways,and railways,where there is +III currently no safe way to travel. In many cases,this may take the form of new s."R,V. , _ pedestrian or bicycle bridges,such as the one proposed over 1-264,just east it. of Town Center to Mount Trashmore,and highway underpass embankment ... te • : �a� L ,,_ al G...,:: .1 , u . '- + , paths. ...:.... w• Continue to support efforts by the Virginia Beach Police Department to r +" rs .... enforce laws against unsafe driving behaviors, such as speeding, reckless "" « "°� I ✓y N ► driving,and not stopping for pedestrians and bicyclists. "` '+" — _ - • Continue maintaining the City's existing bike and pedestrian infrastructure „• , �,,; a •�- through Parks and Recreation CIP Bikeway and Trail Renovation and Repair �,,^^'� , to eliminate hazards and barriers to access,such as uneven pavement, r '� t r *°"':i • cracked or heaving sidewalks,or missing or faded crosswalk striping. _ il _ '_ ,,.77:7 f4 Revive traffic safety education in Virginia Beach City Public Schools to teach '. ;a1�.�. . '� ,,. safe walking and bicycling habits. Launch a more robust Safe Routes to * �, y • ,y_ -;;,‘• School program in Virginia Beach,which can provide funding and support `•iw3 \ � .. '�: .',e" �?'� for walking and bicycling programs in City schools and their neighborhoods. `h. •�'}.. r ti, , .• • Continue to utilize programs such as the Transportation Safety - _ ; • ,- � _ / �` :,.e. 4%.:' Improvements(TSI)CIP to implement smaller scale projects with larger - t, /�; �.,� ' ^ N; ' ` •yam, positive impact to pedestrian and bike safety. .fie fir`, �' « • Continue installation of infrastructure such as bicycle racks and scooter r•. ` `* -r, + parking to facilitate safe,attractive, and secure use of the alternative .�y�,'^ Plk .06144- `A, r . '<_ . W transportation network. Continue the Bike Buddies program to facilitate +''" + '' �+t. * • ''z ,ai , �..::� • Iv ' individual,group,or business sponsorship of bicycle parking at designated c J, h.f I, r ,,stclted by the Bike Guild es program. sites around the City. 18 ( CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 2 I GOALS &COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Goal #3: Economic Vitality opportunity. • Support increased tourism and trip generation through the Resort Area Strategic Action Plan(RASAP 2030). Focus on development and Create an active transportation network that supports a strong and thriving local economy by increasing commuting implementation of a Mobility Plan as a top priority. options, enriching recreational and tourism opportunities, • Engage with businesses that provide and support active transportation promoting public health, and making the City an even more services to ensure their input is heard as the network is implemented. From bike/scooter/kayak rental businesses to eco-tourism and race operators, attractive place to live and work. equipment retailers, destination sites, and lodging operators. The existing Objectives segment of the Virginia Beach Trail through the VIBE District demonstrates • Develop an interactive map for finding pedestrian, bicycle, and the economic value of public investment in trails. micromobility options throughout the City, available both for mobile electronic devices and on desktop computers.This map should allow for route planning,finding facilities near a given point of entrance, and time and e distance estimates. L •� -. • 0r • Coordinate with local Transportation Demand Management(TDM) f ,� -- organizations to market active transportation throughout the City for • ti •... recreation,tourism, and for every day travel, including connections to local • - and regional transit options. {" • Work with the SGA Office to create a Transportation Management �` " " •t°tIv/ Model for each of the Strategic Growth Areas,which will promote active p transportation and transit options for visitors,residents,shoppers,and "ram,_ employees. i • Evaluate the quality of the active transportation network based on proximity • to dwelling units and jobs,including the percentage of jobs located within f''� a quarter-mile of mass transit.This allows the City to identify gaps in mass -i transit service, as well as gaps in walkability, bikeability,and ADA access. ,. z, fit„ w � ,: • Discuss with the Planning Department the introduction of flexible zoning requirements or incentives to create more pedestrian and bicycle �• ., infrastructure in existing business districts or redevelopment projects. �;,la'. 1+ ' • Work with stakeholders in Virginia Beach Town Center to promote a `i,, pedestrian connection over 1-264 to Mount Trashmore. eY , • Coordinate with the Planning and Public Works Departments on land ' use planning to ensure that as mobility options increase and diversify, krs S opportunities to access goods and services do so as well. Effective ♦ ' transportation networks allow users to travel and access destinations and 19 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 2 I GOALS &COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT , ! • ,I; ri Goal #4: Technology ,' - Craft strategies and guidelines to prepare our streets for changing needs and technologies, including ridehailing, k 1 : micromobilityvehides like electric bicycles and scooters, and I. A Y LIANA N autonomous vehicles. -II Objectives • Develop typical cross sections for City streets that accommodate emerging - travel modes, including ridehailing vehicles,e-bikes, scooters, autonomous ,4,,r vehicles, and dedicated transit lanes. • Design street improvements within and between the Strategic Growth Areas that are accessible to all transportation modes. LI-111 U 1JI LJ Eli r, n i • Develop policies and guidelines for micromobility vehicles like e-bikes and MI I_J Ill scooters,including how and where to use them on sidepaths, bike lanes, A • I .. and streets,as well as parking. • Design the Virginia Beach Trail for efficient use of the former Norfolk- ....... Southern right-of-way by other modes of transportation. ( • Promote identified active transportation routes through online marketing i. A. initiatives and open source data. Enhance the City's existingmobile p Y c ., interface See-Click-Fix to allow residents to report concerns and j i , if, suggestions for the active transportation network. Crowd-sourced input • •..1. engages the community and allows the City to monitor changing conditions. ~ ,1' It c in I • Create a task force that includes the Active Transportation Planner, .+ Transportation Planner, and Public Works Traffic and Transportation .._ _ Engineering staff members to review Appendix A of this document for :_: inclusion in the updated Public Works Design Manual. I To .ii Center is an atrractr: lilacf 1.J'..:i11,t0:Flops,dining and enter?i 1.-r..- t vcr'.1le: 20 C CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 2 I GOALS &COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Goal #5: Health .4 A V Support public health benefits by creating an active " i ' )1 transportation network that values and supports physical at activity for people of all ages and abilities. + •. r ► Objectives p, # *I, • Identify gaps in the existing pedestrian and bicycle network, and develop iM i iiiit , s,; a plan to fill those gaps,giving priority to facilities that connect people to i t ►Y- . jobs,shopping,schools,parks, and other community destinations. ri '`" .-. ,_ • Coordinate with the Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation, Department of L__ \ r ' Public Health, health care providers,and Virginia Beach City Public Schools ik to promote walking and bicycling as a transportation option that supports ` improved health. ....... . • Promote walking, bicycling,and paddling as a tool for environmental -:-, ". stewardship. _ _ • Develop "walking circuits," or easy to identify walking routes within parks = 'rytnla Be ch pol.ce of i,cer;patrell,rg on hci scb.:ck a;the Bcar ii,lk. and neighborhoods with signs and unique branding.These routes could offer safe, accessible paths for recreation and help direct people to nearby destinations such as schools,shopping centers, and transit. •'I` . ' • Identifyhigh conflict areas in existingpedestrian and bicycle facilities,such '''-A �: •i" as where bike trails cross sidewalks,and improve pavement markings and M y�q;.7 te_ �* „• '. .0 ' ' :; signage to reduce the potential for user confusion and collisions. 4-►�.•►- moo} -" i► - • Coordinate with local liaisons from the Department of Veterans Affairs and * + r`6"`"'== Department of Defense installations to promote the active transportation ::: ..• network for both rehabilitation and ongoing fitness goals. \ i i B;c:olm1enab1k -d .4,' , 21 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 2 I GOALS&COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Section 2 I Public Process As part of this plan,the City of Virginia Beach conducted extensive community outreach to best understand the needs and wants of people who live,work, ; and visit the City.The efforts of this plan's public process build upon the data p data collection and outreach and engagement undertaken during a previous „--M phase of this project in 2017.As part of this approach,the City collaborated r , with internal and external stakeholders,the Bikeways and Trails Advisory '1 + . Committee,as well as the greater community through face to face and online f r outreach and engagement methods. it . , s os r At Stakeholder Meetings , During the spring of 2019,the project team spoke to community members, ' organizations,and City agencies that work closely on pedestrian and bicycle / issues in Virginia Beach.The information collected from those meetings was iktek.a '' ' S- used to inform the development of the draft pedestrian and bicycle network. Y They included: • A Technical Committee made up of Virginia Beach city staff who work A11 acli.c boc1r23,\,lk in Virginfaeench. ,,,, r . ",-;,. closely on pedestrian and bicycle issues,including the City's Active Transportation Planner and representatives from agencies including Parks would use to design an active transportation network in Virginia Beach. and Recreation, Public Works/Traffic Engineering,Transportation Planning, The project team also asked participants to share their goals for the Active Planning and Strategic Growth,and GIS/Information Technology. Transportation Plan,which was used to craft an approach for later community • Representatives from other City agencies,including the City Manager's outreach. Office,Virginia Beach City Public Schools,and Departments of Economic A month later,on May 20,2019,the project team held meetings with the Development, Housing and Neighborhood Preservation,Cultural Affairs, Technical Committee and BTAC to update each group on the plan's progress. and Public Works/Facilities. Each group participated in a charrette,or design workshop,where members • The City of Virginia Beach Bikeways and Trails Advisory Committee(BTAC),a used large-scale maps to-identify where they would like new pedestrian City Council appointed committee that meets regularly to discuss bicycling and bicycle facilities to go, important destinations for walking and bicycling and trail topics and advise City Council.This committee,has representatives in the City, and locations that were barriers to walking and bicycling.This from the Virginia Beach City Council and Planning Commission, information was digitized and added to an online,interactive map,where it neighborhood citizen advisory committees, local businesspeople,and could be incorporated into the draft active transportation network. residents. The first stakeholder meeting,held April 18,2019,launched this project and introduced participants to different types of pedestrian and bicycle facilities, how bicycle networks are designed,and the process that the project team 22 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 2 I GOALS &COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT with the Pu bl ie The full contents of the online survey are included as Appendix B.The survey Connecting carries a 95%confidence level and 3%margin of error when comparing 1448 Starting in the summer of 2019,the project team expanded their outreach to responses against a population of 457,832 Virginia Beach citizens with an the City as a whole, asking community members for their input.The Virginia industry standard set at a 95%confidence level target. Beach Parks and Recreation Department Office of Marketing and Branding invited community members to participate via its email list,which has over Evaluation of Pu blie Partiei pation 50,000 subscribers,a Facebook page with more than 30,000 followers,the Parks and Recreation Department website,and a press release. In addition, all seven recreation centers in Virginia Beach had a display with information This plan would be incomplete without the contributions of a wide cross- about the Active Transportation Plan, allowing people to learn about it and section of Virginia Beach community members. Having a high degree of directing them to the survey. participation in the stakeholder meetings, interactive map, and online survey ensures that the resulting pedestrian and bicycle network reflects the The City's Active Transportation Planner also held a series of presentations community's needs, and that the community has consensus on the Active and input gathering sessions to various City Council appointed commissions, Transportation Plan's goals. including the Planning Commission, Bikeways&Trails Advisory Committee, Throughout this process,the project team closely monitored its public the Bayfront Advisory Commission,the Resort Area Commission Planning/ Design Review Committee and Transportation Parking Pedestrian Committee, outreach tools and strategies, making adjustments as needed to increase and the Transition Area/Interfacility Traffic Area Citizens Advisory Committee. engagement.The following is a list of the outreach strategies the project team used, and the information from community members that was used to The project team collected input from the public in two ways.An online increase public participation. survey asked community members specific questions about their bicycling and walking habits and asked for feedback on potential goals and priorities for the Active Transportation Plan. In addition,there was an online interactive map,where community members could provide specific information about important destinations,desired routes, network gaps, challenging crossings, and informal connections. Participants could drop specific points on the map for destinations,or crash hotspots, or locations that are difficult to navigate by bicycle or walking. Respondents were also asked to add routes where ''rkzza lwtis,+rt_ ., Moil they wish they could ride,or routes they use now to access their desired destinations. a, 1►` ` ' 1 r °' °' ^ J ,' a ► The goal of this outreach was to capture the largest possible audience base ` and the significant portion of the population who now rely on or prefer \,, electronic communication.The public comments received were collected, t Nisiv.... analyzed, summarized, and used to identify existing conditions, needs,and /i. opportunities for the active transportation network.The data collected from the online interactive map was disaggregated by basic demographic information of zip code, gender, and race,to best understand the needs of �-.. ' y "'' different segments of Virginia Beach's population. Fuure vi?auua Bach Trail wit;m city awned t< ,m:port �n orrid r' ormer"t Con,dcr,'• 23 C_ CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 2 l GOAgS&COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT I Outreach Strategies and Potential Information Collected Approval Outreach Strategies Information Collected Online .Social Media Posts Number of posts,shares,and Following the stakeholder meetings and public engagement period,the potential reach data project team presentell its findings,as well as the draft active transportation Community Meetings Number of meetings,geographic network,to the technical committee,various City Council appointed analysis committees and comthissions,and Virginia Beach Planning Commission for Stakeholder Attendance Total attendance review and to answer any questions that arose. Meetings Input collected Onsite polls,surveys,and comments Survey Responses Number of responses Mapped comments Number of mapped comments 6' receivedAB., Citizen Satisfaction V'�'°"ern Questions posed at outreach events ,",..,,,a,w,,,,.,..,,,u. Survey Comments Received Number of comments received for •'s..•MMB� O•m•.aw Iroa•.o.Y the period ',r-•_a' . 1 t 0 Input Comment Summary of topics and evaluation ~ ��� Categorization It ` I� Identify needs to update ,W, Comment Use information and materials or adjust �' ± plan •.•,, �{% '., .*; Citizen • _.j ��11*"�'!�`.,r,,..�ai� a: Recommendations Used Summary ,,1.t Stakeholder Database Total number of contacts r. ....: .....�..t.. •� Database Number Added Number of contacts added during ', , ' the period , 5 — Email Updates Number of updates �r1" lil : ihstiry N.Y. "�.rewe,.,..,a,Rs It 4110 . Email Distribution List "" r�Number of email addresses ' ,y; _«:, •. Outreach Email Opens/Click- Number and/or percentage of click- .>,,,,r :•: Through Rate throughs s Responses to Email ,,,,,,�.,,,,..•„ Number.of responses . Coe C••••.a.N.-4.11 Inquiries ••Lew ;Oua•,•, t a•.•.. Media Media Coverage Number of stories or mentions i ;•• CAN;C missonp �.•.. Demographics, I ` CI a.,�.m Participation Participant Details and Collected through surveys i " ' ~ M :: habits f :n ..., •..•A.•."•e•.K�.a•. Table 4:Outreach strategies and potential information collected. Figure 2:On-line interactive map 24 C CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 2 I GOAIdS & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Section 3 I Feed back Despite a strong interest in active transportation,most survey respondents (77%)felt they could not walk or bike as much as they'd like to. Nearly three- During the public engagement process,people across Virginia Beach gave quarters,or 74%,felt they could not get where they want to go by foot or bicycle. Safety was a primary concern: 59%of residents said road safety for feedback about their experiences walking or bicycling in the City.The following is a summary of what they said,which later shaped the Active pedestrians in Virginia Beach is"poor" or"very poor",while 33%said it was Transportation Plan goals and network. "fair," and just 9%of respondents said road safety is "good" or"very good" (Figure 5). How People Get Around This aligns with feedback received from stakeholders during in-person meetings,who said that active transportation in Virginia Beach is The City received over 1400 responses in its online survey,which indicated "disconnected", "limited",and "unsafe",but said there was also "potential"to that Virginia Beach residents like to walk and bike and want opportunities improve it.Stakeholders identified several challenges to walking and bicycling in the City, including traffic, a lack of walking or bicycling paths, and barriers to walk and bike more. Sixty-one percent of survey respondents said they like major roads(particularly 1-264), military installations, and waterways. bicycle for recreation "frequently" or"very frequently",while 75%of survey respondents said they walk for recreation "frequently" or"very frequently." Residents would also like to use active transportation for•running errands or WOULD YOU LIKE TO WALK/BIKE FOR TRANSPORTATION? going to work:70%said they would like to walk, and 64%said they would like to bike. Yes B I I<c 14. ,7.1r-1111, - }s Figure 3:Percent of survey respondents who would like to walk(left)or bike(right)for transportation varies a _ dramatically from current walking and biking for transportation rates16. n r t A IT of s..rt-.y espondcnts saliJ ihsit fcr a.r. „pour' o� poor". 25 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 2 I GOALS & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Facility Preferences HOW WOULD YOU RATE ROAD SAFETY FOR PEDESTRIANS AND BICYCLISTS IN VIRGINIA BEACH? Both in the online survey and at stakeholder meetings,respondents preferred active transportation facilities where people could walk or bicycle away from 40% car traffic.The online survey asked respondents what kind of facilities would 35% 36 encourage them to bicycle more often,with the ability to select more than 30% 32% one type of facility.Of the 1448 respondents,982 selected shared use paths, 25% 845 selected separated bike lanes, and 730 selected improved crossings (Figure 4). In addition, 331 people selected bicycle boulevards,which are 20% 72 narrow,typically residential streets that are designed to slow motor vehicle 15% traffic and make bicycling more comfortable but have no physical separation io% from drivers. 5% 7% 2/ Likewise, stakeholders at in-person meetings listed several priorities for 0% - ' ` improving the active transportation network, including more trails and Very Poor Poor Fair Good Very Good separated bikeways, and safer intersection crossings. Figure 5:Only 9%of respondents said road safety is"good"or'very good" Focus Areas WHICH FACILITY TYPE WOULD ENCOURAGE Community members identified several areas where they would prefer to see YOU TO BICYCLE MORE OFTEN? improved active transportation infrastructure.At the stakeholder meetings, Bike Boulevard participants said they want better east-west access, highlighting the demand woo for development of the Virginia Beach Trail within the former Norfolk Southern 800 railroad corridor, and safe north-south connections over or under 1-264.They 600 also want better connections to major employers,Virginia Beach Town Center, 400 and the beaches. Shared Use Paths "' o * Improved crossings Support for the ATP Goals The five Active Transportation Goals listed earlier in this chapter(Connectivity, / Safety, Economic Vitality,Technology,and Health)were developed with considerable input from community members,who strongly supported the draft goals presented in the online survey. Between 78%and 80%of Separated Bike Lane respondents said they"strongly agree" with each goal,while 14%to 15%of Figure 4:Survey respondents prefer shared use paths and separated bike lanes. respondents said they"somewhat agree"with each goal. 26 ( CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 2 I GOALS &COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Demographics The online survey received a significant number of responses.Of the 1448 ., ' people who participated in the survey,98%lived in the City of Virginia ' , ' ' Beach, and the remaining 2%were based in neighboring communities,such "" :c:. 'a • .a :. k}• ` as Chesapeake and Norfolk. Survey respondents were evenly distributed throughout the City:21%ocame from zip code 23451, 15%from zip code 23456, , - .7: °` #, 1 1, 11 '.,s • and between 10%and 13%of respondents lived in zip codes 23452, 23454, � — # _ ,, _" ,. 4 f , J '' 1lii; 23455,23462,and 23464.6%of respondents came from zip codes 23453 and ' ' , , , � , ...,�, t:4. : l l l} ii. �tCit _ 23457(Figure 6). . 51%of respondents identified as female,comparable to the City's .._.,__ demographics,while 43%identified as male.6%identified as non-binary or a third gender or did not list their gender. - --- 79%of respondents identified as white, a substantially greater share than SurVO re_p ndents{aft th,_0:t,vc,t Jr_port,,t c,1 in,V'r;r la L c,c',s:�s'd,5CCrnc tl_1_i', the City's population,which is 68%white.Just 4%of respondents identified ?m tad',and " '"'s'" as Black(compared to 20%of the City's population),2%identified as Asian (compared to 7%of the City's population),and 1%each identified as American t Indian or Pacific Islander.The remaining 13%did not list a racial category. 2' 1 ,4. .d` '""" ' I'it sp3rlseS by Zip Code ' w+. 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' * '.:..***r*-- --'-' -ttitAiop; Fn.." ,:''',! A* „ 7 r:. , r . 0 • CI= . ;P: '', ' ''.- ' ' 77.",::, ...15 .'-'',... V --------' - 11:::C .., , _ , ,,,,_ ____,_ ^^ FM 1110 CMM, ,..,. .4 , 2474.,4'. --I i CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK In the very near future,the City of Virginia Beach will be a place where Low-Stress Networks are for Facilities in Low-Stress people of all ages and abilities can walk,bike,or scoot to all places safely all users, including: Networks include: and comfortably.This chapter describes the proposed active transportation • Children • Well-maintained sidewalks with network,which will provide low-stress routes to neighborhoods and buffers • Seniors destinations throughout Virginia Beach. It will explain the concept of a low- • ADA-accessible curb ramps with stress network, how the Active Transportation Plangoals shape the network, • Tourists P P detectable warning surfaces and how the project team developed the routes in the network. • Commuters • ADA-accessible curb extensions • People from all backgrounds • ADA-accessible blueway launch • People of all income levels points What is a Low Stress Network? • People with disabilities • Audible pedestrian signals Residents and visitors of all ages and abilities feel comfortable traveling in • Transit riders • Bicycle signals a low stress network.As the large demographic cohorts of Millenials and • Bikeshare users • High-visibility and raised Generation Z age and transition through life's phases,the network will be in • Confident bicyclists crosswalks- . place to continuously meet their changing needs:from getting to schools, • Median refuge islands commuting to work,and eventually engaging in middle age and senior • Bicycle boulevards recreational activities. • Buffered and separated bike lanes In a low stress network, sidewalks are continuous and meet Americans • Sidepaths and shared use paths with Disabilities Act(ADA) requirements for accessibility. Bicycle facilities • Wayfinding provide separation from fast-moving motor vehicle traffic.Trails are designed to accommodate the anticipated number of trail users.At intersections • Designated parking sites for bikes and crossings, people have a clear,well-marked place to cross without &micromobility devices risk of vehicle collisions.All users of the public right-of-way are safely and Table 5:Low-stress network users and infrastucture components. comfortably provided for in this low-stress active transportation network. Multimodal transit opportunities will exist to seamlessly and easily allow travelers to complete their routes using a combination of modes. • How the Network Aligns with the The Active Transportation Plan calls for a connected, low-stress network for people walking,bicycling,paddling,traveling by wheelchair, using Plan Goals micromobility,or riding transit.This can be accomplished through analysis, network planning,and design guidance,which are explained in this chapter Chapter 2 describes the goals of the Active Transportation Plan,which were and in the following chapters. developed with input from community members.These goals shaped the proposed network,which is presented in further detail on the following pages. 31 • CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 NETWORK Network Inputs could support additional walking and bicycling routes,notably each of the City's eight Strategic Growth Areas,the Independence Boulevard corridor, Development of Virginia Beach's active transportation network was a Seaboard Road, and the Bayfront. collaborative effort,as the project team strove to create a vision that serves With these two pieces of information in hand, community stakeholders were everyone in the City and reflects the needs and concerns of all users.As able to provide feedback on the current walking and bicycling experience explained in previous chapters, existing plans,studies, and conditions were in Virginia Beach and opportunities for improvement.The City collected used as a foundation for the recommendations in this plan.The team also public feedback to understand what the community's wants and needs were, used new strategies and tools that have emerged since previous planning a process that included an interactive map where community members and efforts. City staff could provide crowdsourced recommendations for new active To understand where the desire for active transportation exists, a demand transportation routes and safety improvements. analysis was performed to predict areas of the City that would have high The project team also assessed the presence and condition of existing demand for pedestrian and bicycle facilities(Figure 8).This analysis built active transportation infrastructure from data provided by the City and aerial upon the public feedback received to encompass people and communities and satellite imagery. Based on this effort,the demand analysis,and the who may not have participated in order to create the most cohesive analysis. public feedback,a study network was developed to identify key gaps in the It considers several factors that community members said were important, pedestrian and bicycling network.This study network was further investigated including population density, proximity to major job centers and popular in person during a three-day fieldwork trip. destinations,and proximity to transit.The analysis identified several areas that Goal Impact on Network Grow the City of Virginia Beach into a complete transportation Proposed pedestrian and bicycle facilities will connect to one another and Connectivity network that integrates active transportation into the lifestyles of to existing facilities,providing access to neighborhoods and destinations the communities for the enhanced health,safety,and welfare of throughout the City. all users. Create a safe,attractive experience for walking and bicycling Safety throughout the City of Virginia Beach by providing convenient, The proposed network provides safe and comfortable routes for walking and connected,and equitable development of active transportation bicycling,and alternatives to walkng bicycling on high-stress roadways. facilities. ' Create an active transportation network that supports a strong Pedestrian and bicycle facilities offer more transportation options at a Economic and thriving local economy by increasing commute options, relatively low cost,using taxpayer funds more efficiently,while supporting Vitality enriching recreational and tourism opportunities,promoting access to jobs,education,and tourist destinations.Active transportation public health,and making the City an even more attractive place produces accessible neighborhoods,thus attracting new residents and to live.and work. tourists to a higher quality of life in a complete live,work,play community. Craft strategies and guidelines to prepare our streets for The proposed network will create safe,comfortable routes for emerging changing needs and technologies, including ridehailing, Technology technologies, particularly micromobility vehicles,and complement other micromobility vehicles like electric bicycles and scooters,and emerging travel modes. autonomous vehicles. Support public health benefits by creating an active Greater access to walking and bicycling facilities gives people more chances Health transportation network that values and su,sports physical activity for physical activity,improving public health.The Surgeon General's 2015 call for people of all ages and abilities. to action promotes walkable communities to promote a healthy lifestyle. Table 6:influence of active transportation goals on the proposed network. 32 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTNE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3I NETWORK Virginia Beach, VA Demand Analysis Fon Str.'--'-7''''S\ 9 NMtnmecnot _tip s;"a (+ tayw + , ; ,,. Y Amu..., Virginia Beach it y .n. B d , utrn,x > ta s ;. 6i a 4'5. ,. a N. y ... OA J ,. , a t M '` '�.�� t s. '7^, cean.Narel * n \`! ',''v / E zi„ \ `f It>� pp.� s I �r° , • • + MINE! I � rrayr Frag1 -- N+ t t - 7 el 1 I ( ;�> F - , Demand 1tact la mok High ti i k Kiwi Loft*ow SOY►,• k Low .11 , hen..4a.WIWI Wy` Awiwa Ape Interstate I t Main Road \ Sgt..C' a Blueway Access titRecreation Center j rr„caw su' Ait Military Property .— / It "'u"u�" Wetland Park r S • �i.' tt( 1':� W tiit L4!1 M]i.:1 .. u ( 1 Dl kik o t : 3nr TOOLE mimosa Firm me Almond an**rd.,me.d an..1.rt.w.rFag and blcy<Wyadnmva....n..d.d. 33 I CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK Community Access A key function of the low-stress network is to connect Strategic Growth Areas (SGAs), proposed transit centers,and Virginia Beach's community assets, including museums, libraries,business districts,recreation centers,and schools. For students, pedestrian/bicycling commuting zones are authorized by Virginia Beach Public Schools to be up to one mile for each elementary school and up to 1.5 miles for each secondary school. Currently, active commuting zones are much less at many schools due to lack of sidewalks and other safe travel concerns. Connecting these resources with pedestrian and bikeway facilities ensures f /14 i :, equitable access for all residents and visitors of Virginia Beach.The "hub and -" ... 4 ` spoke" model in Figure 9 helps to illustrate the areas of community interest • ,1 i and general need for connections between these concentrations. $ ;r' �T_0 ' F' 1,1 1�1 IN....NO 34,_.‹. .. :--- y ,,1ttim-f, . ,•i .. eak z Oil,,-;..:�;° . Nlhl ININ 11 N . Lk., - , . 1t' Na . , 1 ,„ , ,, I. L 1 y obviinh -.to.- ,..__ '':`4.` ,,,�,�, - .4 r�T �a``''`y- rw — �" :. '• . '' •'Firgtdayof school atThorou0hgocci e.rentary•Schoc!,Co.rtcsyofV,rgir a Bear >i •1" al:. <, •r• ,`. a" ..e. Puhlic Schock,. 34 CITY Of VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK Virginia Beach, VA Community Interest '4 W,14.,:vic'v•‘-4' :rrs,:,,,, ___ / koi 57nry PI jl 1; Virginia Beach tt A 1 4 _. p • 4A a ia<4 if if ft MCI --- , Si 1:' "" .- Otrali 411 t \ ., ' .Z.'..4.? 't +; _ *• . \_e3 w ..• ,,.. i =, e 40,:ye 4 Naval a :, 1 14 on,r.o".1 a 1 a fi 3 141C 1 a OA , le s„ . Corti Moire. irl , ,,,„.,, . • fig, 1 -, . _If ' - .. ( ) it .,, , . . 4 rings, /• 1. -ill.- \Ir. kii f 1‘'..,• 7.,,„.. 4':., pf?..,' '-, ..,. .. , \ [- -1 --- 8 , , 1 ' 1\ 1 :1 I '' , flad Sy Iia....4 Orkrer reueT a 0 Area of Interest ! 1 i I —Area Connection !* st E Museum or Historic Site , . ,..r Library Mar* 9,.: 1141.1 Ar..11SWIV-..- ff School A I Btueway Access SI Recreation Center A! Strategic Growth Area(SGA) A Business Dlstrict .. i Winery Property 4 • Wetland Pad( i i .1 l• t 1 t il iii 071117 (&\1-11' (OR,11041 . I 2 3 iill TOOLE osi DCCISN F,gur•4 Corm un ty areas of ntenost the hod be connected by actl vs transportat.on faoeires 35 . CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK Fieldwork and Wetwork Development Each corridor was assessed to determine if a low-stress facility was present on that route,and if not, if a low-stress facility could be installed. If space or Fieldwork was conducted in the summer of 2019 on the study network routes conditions did not permit installation,the analysis determined if an alternative to investigate existing facilities and routes that had potential for improvement, route was available. The project team identified five types of pedestrian and with a focus on areas with a high pedestrian or bicyclist crash rate(Figure bicycle facilities that are currently on the ground in the City of Virginia Beach 10).This analysis focused on facilities that can support walking and bicycling (Figure 11): for transportation.The analysis did not look at unpaved trails or trails within parks. During this phase,the team focused on identifying on-road facilities • Shared use paths,which have ample room to accommodate both that would provide low-stress routes for all users. pedestrians and bicyclists and are located adjacent to a street. The fieldwork revealed that the walking and bicycling experience in Virginia • Trails,which pedestrians and bicyclists share and are located away from a Beach varies widely.Some areas, particularly Bay Area/Cape Henry Trail, Dam street. Neck/Nimmo/Princess Anne Road,Oceanfront, and General Booth/Birdneck/ • Sidewalks,which are defined by Public Works as five feet wide concrete Norfolk Ave Trail Loop,are in excellent condition and have ample space for facilities. Sidewalks are not included in this inventory. people to walk or bike safely and comfortably. Others need repair or do not • $ideDaths,which are located adjacent to a street, are designed for provide complete protection from motor vehicle traffic. In much of the City, pedestrians but may have enough room to accommodate bicyclists.They particularly older communities in the northern and western portions of the are narrower than a shared use path and may not have a buffer between city,there were notable gaps between safe walking and bicycling facilities,or users and motor vehicle traffic. Sidepaths were previously identified as wide none were present at all. sidewalks in the Bikeways and Trails Plan(2011). • On-street bike lanes,which may or may not have a buffer between bicyclists and motor vehicle traffic. Moving forward, and for the purposes of this plan,the term "sidepath" is i.0J intended to replace the term "wide sidewalk" as consistent with national Study . ,,,i . standards and recognized by the Virginia Department of Transportation. �'' AASHTO's Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities(2012)defines a Network' i sidepath as "a shared use path located immediately adjacent and parallel Le V;, to a roadway." Sidepaths are recommended to be wide enough for both °?�„� + j.r -�h' ONO. pedestrians and bicyclists if space allows. Defining wide sidewalks as i - - 46- Illr' _ `k4 sidepaths allows for current substandard sidepaths to be upgraded to i AASHTO-standard sidepaths or shared use paths. Existing Facilities to be y There are also facilities that may be marked walking or bicycling routes, rm Confied for Comforter - , ' �, ....Iv�4 'i. "'►7 such as soft dirt trails or wide outside travel lanes shared by bicyclists and V' ~","J motor vehicles.These facilities may not provide the same level of comfort or "►/(:�� protection for users and were not included in the fieldwork. -=• The fieldwork also assessed thirty-five intersections throughout the City A,,,, �� •tip where a high number of pedestrian and bicycle crashes have occurred, and Figure 10:The study network used to identify potential routes in the Act,ve Transportation Network, developed recommendations for reducing the likelihood of future collisions. 36 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK Virginia Beach, VA Existing Conditions � rug r,r r .,,�� ,,,,; Virginia Beach tf Si ant - s " f1 ,., rig � p ^, t "�s^- ?ewdCenrer '' � �i1P � i .ice" 1 t�'' 171 , 1 .jo 1 wr ,d. ,'3itla - 84 A !f ' !, `i fi 3q `!:t t .-0 w..+egn T {+si..1'LY w `rr,.. { d'' �-, .1 1 .- t g. ," �. • -'� ^L„ 4, MMYN 11 i.�YFP 1r�^ a ` `'yamI d'--'-' h I. vi[i�I • .3[:1( ct/'.,'1 4,.13'., .~>'i 1 ..., . .. :. N ,s cornHasst 1". ." . ,,,f'; a• thuk I� .., 1 V$�nr Midge i 11 . r -..-‘ 4 1 ) ),.,,, 1414e. '-', t yi......) a,,,,rret, a Birk"' Existing Facilities is J - -` Kidd, --Shared Use Path J -- Sidepath ; , 4 — C \ ,. ,,,,,, — Bike Lane 3 —Soft Trail or Path proves - Recreational Route I""°4"`""ro Other Features ��,a.,�1 ,: J t r ! 1-rq :f,, : Blueway Access '�. ,ry re Recreation Center la Oa' Axi ! _ mar Strategic Growth Area Business District Military Property - 1.,.'• `' Wetland ,,,, i t I=. Park I 1' A, 0 i 3 3fa TOOLE *Vat*" Figure II.Existing Attire Tranaporemon Fealty',indudes approved and funded capital improvement projects in the process ofbetng designed or bulk 37 1 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 31 NETWORK Table 7 is a chart listing the length of each type of pedestrian and bicycle Existing Facilities Existing Mileage* facility in the City today,and Figure 12 is a graph showing the percentages of Shared Use Path 69.5** each type of facility as part of the existing network. Signed Shared Route 37 The project team investigated each of the corridors in the study network Sidepath/Wide Sidewalk 55.7 and,for those that need improvement, selected one of three preliminary Soft Trail or Path 36*** recommendations: Paved Shoulder 48 • place a low-stress facility on that route Bike Lane 21 • place a low-stress facility on a parallel route with fewer constraints Wide Outside Lane 68-6 • identifyexistingfacilities on that route that could be upgradedTotal 335.8 to low-stress facilities Table 7:Existing Facility Mileage From there,the project team recommended specific types of bicycle facilities for each corridor, based on observations from fieldwork,the design and configuration of that street,and feedback from community members.This will be described in further detail in the Pedestrian Recommendations and Bicycle Wide Recommendations sections of this document. Outside Lane 4.harGd 1 Mg*Pa`h 30% 30% , . . ,„,,,,, :,...,: ,,,-.‘,... - .. .,. . -,. . , „, ,..,, - t. . _• *. 7 Signed Shared Route :4. � , ._{ f' N: - 16% A'�" a+,:*"7� ' " a, "L .. Paved i 7• ... `' fit`:�t .,,,- N• ` .\iK ',` k ' Shoulder t �'r r ,,�r 'r,;lts ^ .. ,as .`" 4 -,risio �, 21% `aILJ....t NI T f. , :2 AF'• . r t :ram 1 ` Sa t ... 4 Ti Path ✓ v ✓ + s ., Yj ' .. 1 r .4.0 t 'f, ' , • `ii i ; Y ,v. + Figure 12 Existing Mileage of Active Transportation Facilities ^' e Includes funded capital improvement projects in process of being designed or built **10 miles of which are substantial networks within parks ape Nervy Trail in First Landing State Park, ***Includes City of Virginia Beach (9 miles)plus state/federal(27 miles)within city limits 38 \ CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK The Network Virginia Beach, measuring how stressful the walking or bicycling experience is based on traffic speed,the number of travel lanes,and the separation The Active Transportation Plan envisions a network that functions as a unified, between pedestrian or bicycle facilities and vehicle traffic(Figure 13).This analysis found that most streets in Virginia Beach are low-stress routes, many connected whole.Virginia Beach today has many barriers,particularly the water, military installations, and major roadways like 1-264,that prevent direct of which are small residential streets that carry little through traffic. Larger connections between different parts of the City.These barriers discourage streets,such as collector roads and major arterials, are high-stress walking people walking or bicycling by requiring them to take long, circuitous routes, and bicycling routes.This is especially acute in the Strategic Growth Areas and along Virginia Beach Boulevard,which along with 1-264 form barriers for or even preventing certain trips from being made altogether. north-south walking and bicycling trips across the City. Some routes in Figure When completed,the active transportation network will provide safe, 13 may be represented as high-stress if there is a combination of standard and comfortable access for anyone walking or bicycling in Virginia Beach,by substandard facilities.The Level of Traffic Stress analysis calculates a higher creating low-stress routes that directly connect destinations.The network stress level if there are gaps in a low-stress facility. Improvements to high- fills in gaps between existing bicycle and pedestrian facilities,which stress routes are crucial to the active transportation network.The ability to both eliminates barriers and leverages the City's previous investments to walk and bike safely along or across them is the difference between whether significantly improve access. It also creates new routes where they do not exist people view active transportation solely for recreation or very short trips,and now, by upgrading existing sidewalks into separated paths or bike lanes and whether it can be used as transportation to jobs, shopping, schools,or other creating new off-street trails.This network will also expand access to low- activities. stress walking and bicycling facilities. Many of the streets in the network are large thoroughfares that provide The project team conducted a Level of Traffic Stress analysis for each street in important connections in the City of Virginia Beach, allowing people to travel between neighborhoods,to access daily needs, and to commute to work x" "`k;4: .".',, •' 0 ^''- .'�',.p„. 4 "4: or school.These streets also typically have large rights-of-way, hi h s eeds, �r.�nr;.• �. � '� YP� Y 99 P " ` • r�,t rr.V r : 1 ` and heavy traffic volumes,which may make them difficult or dangerous to ?, { r + walk or bicycle on or across.This network focuses on these corridors, as they ��I ", . "�� �I" are an opportunity to improve walking and bicycling access and make active • transportation a viable choice for as many residents and visitors as possible. '`''-'4'. '` ' Ili "ik t ':iy+r i, i In order to support an active transportation network within the confines of — / , - ,,, an existing right-of-way of these corridors should be analyzed for vehicular Y. ' >""t' ,Y travel lane reduction, in width and/or number,to promote a Complete Streets `. community with destinations accessible to all. ,„ ".---- "' '°4 '"" ""� Improvements to high-stress routes are crucial to the active 1 transportation network.The ability to walk and bike safely along or :",,,,,j,'',,,.? r'.': ., R i„ across them is the difference between whether people view active `` ► - -4 transportation solely for recreation or very short trips, and whether ,�. ;, it can be used as transportation to jobs,shopping, schools, or other activities. c ,).,(r and b1cycle pa,""rn,j on i‘IIr,r,tu.10,,,, i ,,'r 39 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3I NETWORK Virginia Beach, VA Bicycle Level of Traffic Stress } /C171it'ai;a / - ;mom -\ a tr 4'4 Leff) O1l .�3 (�a4 0.b 4,4toe 4 N V Virginia Beach i u;in ip`=3 ‹.,: . • Haw s. _ %►tam e r' .m k a .- X Rom.pa Tr �,d-ivf' �' s a 1 E, II/ >i R r . , S-.r( 1L g 1, -ri T" t, ' N" +Icy _,N.t' rite . 1 ¢ a � 7JJ e a- E�ly'�`• t f... ;'� 7T ^ Z`;i ,_ ry`.: ' -'' 44 +tf .r,1 ' I t - ,r Me( . �' art ''nv ,y, 3"'s..'''s'€w!`'t 7►''1.'. _ ,5 1 L. F1 t €rq ry al ( ' 3 fin._ - n ��ti �j y ..„,„,.,0,.,...4.„.., _,....,„•0_, ,. _,,, �a5'+ka lY a ' 0,. ill i `L c:m''"*" f 41wat: , A it t, , -ti.Ct L. ,E�. ly, - -,,,p-_tom -,4-dAl�. % -1 �� ... 4 i - %t ` r Il • JA . , it Bicycle Lev&of Traffic Stress la t LTS 4(High) ex,les aanawt s '. '` • aLTS2 t LTS 1(Low) 1 Other Features �,"at` j1br" ---=interstate ' \, , IiL- a aaoe AVM. *raceme,:aip s Blueway Access ra Recreation Center / \ r ;,y Military Property to Wetland `' ti Park a„ce,a. I,„, � t 4 1 1 t l 01(0 t:R?7iJ (-4IL;?(0ElI11l A- 0 r 2 3 ssi T C `r'-i .VOLE o•naw Rgun 11&cycle Less/ar Traffic Stress shows now stressful the bcycling ug»rlenca is based on traffic spee4 the numb*,of travel lanes,and the separation bnvean bicycle rankles and vahida trlekc. 40 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK This network largely does not include recommendations for smaller w neighborhood streets,which may have lower speeds that are more comfortable for walking and bicycling or are circuitous and do not provide through-connections. It does include recommendations for local streets * ` within each of the Strategic Growth Areas, as these areas will see a significant :; amount of future residential and commercial growth.As land uses in the , , "" "" ,r, `x»-::trr«. .,. .<.,. Strategic Growth Areas change,particularly as new housing is built in these • ' - ,�,,, communities,new walking and bicycling facilities will be necessary.They also — ;,,,,.,, i,,, " .. "tt complement the proposed Virginia Beach Trail and provide access to major —'+ "> ir, T , destinations and transit across the City. ' , ,, Each corridor within the network serves different communities with different characteristics,and as such has a unique purpose, as well as distinct challenges.Thus,the Active Transportation Plan network consists of three :.4. components: Core City Network, Local Connectors and Neighborhood ��C '.'.. , '1-.f .r. . , ,+'!... Routes. Each has a specific role within the City.This network arose from fieldwork and from the project team,looking at the City's most heavily- traveled roadways and intersections with the highest number of crashes. ,te"' K ,•. i tidy ` t, * 3, Each of the three components complement each other but are not organized ( �, + ; by the order in which they should be built,The Implementation chapter will ".,} "`` .j I ° " `` ~ _ identify individual routes that the City can pursue in the near-term, medium- ` r 1r « , ' `NV ,� S ` . • ' , ,R. R term,and long term time frames.The following is an explanation of the Core 7.4' .1 ." ' ',Or*' '�'`` "'" '' -M f 'f City Network,Local Connectors, and Neighborhood Routes,and the distinct �' .....4' *'0 't , '" :` role it serves, �". .'' ; '*,. , i T Figure 15 is a map that shows the proposed routes of the network.This map '" It'.4 .,,;"• *,, + . . ' I', also includes Locally Identified Routes,provided by the SGA Office.Table 8 " '";� r ` ;' - t'1 "` ;° lists the mileage by network component. ` • - y k • Al �'! Y #....f�, !. ttyy Type 113.3 1 `�rw Mileager • 7 Mw sr Core City Network ��,.....�,,r '' ' ". '',, ,• `d 3 , Local Connectors 131.E 1 "�;��, „.� "�* � " • . `� �.- •Mapped Locally Identified 32,8 ..r Recreational 37.1 "' ,. Ip.,. ,,,2,, Table 8:Proposed route mileage `"-,1''''+$, -° i' �1 • ' 1.., F ,c '; r. ''' *+'e1.1..4.:44 r . '* ..:1°4 ° '�,, 4 fit+ lit /K r * *4— _",Ilt"Art.+ m-+ •� m,. ,; ,`i•ram'~ ,,,e,. 41 r CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPGRTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK Core City Network P.1- The Core City Network forms the centerpiece of the City's pedestrian NM,. ! and bicycling network(Figure 14).These routes fill gaps between existing c ...� facilities and provide a safe,comfortable experience between the City's mostV \ ;„oy significant destinations.The spine of the Core City Network is the proposed _;; Virginia Beach Trail(the former Norfolk Southern corridor),as it provides a fully \ separated off-street connection between six of the eight Strategic Growth I! Areas, Norfolk's Tide Light Rail station,Virginia Beach Town Center,and the :! Oceanfront Resort Area,where a 1.5 mile-long segment through the VIBE o"'"�,t---- ---•- district is already thriving.There are also several major.north-south corridors / DNA" ) that intersect with the Virginia Beach Trail,providing access to communities /' I j north and south of Interstate 264.These routes provide crucial connections to !' \ '• , additional destinations,including the City's military installations,the Bayfront, all eight Strategic Growth Areas,the Virginia Beach Municipal Center, i * Tidewater Community College; Historic Kempsville,and the Princess Anne bra •. Athletic Complex(PAAC). c `.., �\,. if Most of the Core City Network uses major roads,such as Independence hr� j �__, `" c� Boulevard,Princess Anne Road,and Shore Drive.These corridors are often Figure 14:Concept drawing of the VrginiaBeach Core City Network the most direct routes between destinations,and where walking and bicycling can be the most treacherous.Many Hampton Roads Transit bus stops are 1� on roads in the Core City Network,allowing travel throughout the region. x 4140400010,1m R.„ Safe and convenient access to these transit routes along these major roads is 2'� , , '""", ,, ; ,, . ,,, .'' , A",o,s f a i'yi i �w W, "S F , ,a 'i crucial to enable multimodal transit in Virginia Beach. }, ,, , µw *. i r V 4 In addition to the Virginia Beach Trail,this network also includes two other • � k0 , r ,�~f,f." � , ,,.. "' off-street trails.A proposed Southeastern Parkway Trail would follow the ,� f `" former Southeastern Parkway right-of-way,providing access to fast-growing . . 4, %1 r,7 communities in the southern portion of the City and the Oceana Naval Air 'i ' A ' • I Station.Additionally,a new pedestrian overpass on 1-264 near Independence i I • = .: ."a Boulevard will connect Town Center and Mount Trashmore.Mount Trashmore 'i : + ! z.: ! 4. is the most popular park in Virginia Beach and receives approximately 900,000 ; ` "` visitors annually.Current access to the park from the north is limited by the t; 4 Y major barrier of 1-264.A pedestrian bridge would eliminate this barrier and , connect one of the most densely populated areas of the City to a signature ; , , park with amenities for all ages. • F. ...• it 21_Is .,9t c lytont, . v i.;i s':.'',` • d., 42 ( CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK Local Connectors 4,-1-r : 1 Local Connectors are the next layer of the City's pedestrian and bicycling — �. ---'—- network.These routes provide access to the City's residential neighborhoods, smaller commercial districts,and rural areas. Local Connectors are intended to serve trips within sections of the City and work with the Core City Network rit.,.,. routes to support short trips and long trips alike. Local Connectors primarily tl serve local destinations,like schools, libraries, recreation centers,and neighborhood commercial areas. Local connectors also have many Hampton ,,,.,,} Roads Transit bus stops and are key for first mile or last mile travel. P — — "_:. 'i i Some of the Local Connectors are collector streets within residential areas, �_. +tR► rr such as Bow Creek Boulevard or Edinburgh Drive. Others are adjacent or -t ; -'6`"' •- +' �"-d hi..., parallel to Core City Network routes,such as Bonney Road or Virginia Beach ..°,r Boulevard,providing an alternative route or a connection to a neighborhood . . . , .• :: ,. -- s,.. . q:., _ or destination the Core City route does not reach.A third category of Local ,mit Connectors run within commercial areas and provide direct access to shops or businesses. Great Nock Ruad is pdrt of the Cora City N'=hvork While most Local Connectors are on existing streets,others are off-street trails following power lines,former railroad corridors,or other rights-of-way :.. ' that have not yet been developed. Other Local Connectors may not be built 0• until individual properties are redeveloped. x . yy M I 'tr �� n u<. +i '.,iyy iR+ ,mar. agi !'irdr sk Road is part of the Local Cc r:necto,,,natwork. 43 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK Neighborhood Routes Neighborhood Routes are routes that were previously included in other . planning efforts or provide local connections between existing or proposed facilities.These are the smallest-scale connections,serving neighborhood streets and smaller commercial areas and tying the Core City Network and Local Connectors to homes and businesses. Many multimodal trips will begin "., and end on Neighborhood Routes. _ _ ` •A"": r ,I While Neighborhood Routes are located throughout the City,most of them t, '' • "`R are in or adjacent to one of the eight Strategic Growth Areas,where the bulk + Y „ , �f'" "" of the City's future residential and commercial growth will occur.As these -�.,.-�_ ....'""•. - ,. r ';`" �", areas develop a more urban, mixed-use built form, a comprehensive active 1 transportation network will allow people living,working,studying, or visiting ., to have as many travel options as possible, reducing the impact of future 4,-:� growth on motor vehicle traffic while increasing the quality of life. -• F` " .., •The Neighborhood Routes network also includes future phases of the Thalia yta► Creek Greenway,an off-street trail that provides options for both active transportation and recreation in the Town Center area, ultimately connecting to the proposed Virginia Beach Trail to the north and the proposedpedestrian A Eli,e pedestrian bridge over I.2G�co..Id connect V y. a =eac own P P 9 p P (L-ackgrolmd)to Mount Tra_hmor:and conmuntiee to the south. land bridge/fly-over to the south. Like the Local Connectors,some of these routes do not currently exist, and will require redevelopment to occur before being built. � C` . • Locally Identified Routes Locally identified routes were provided by the SGA Office. Many of these "'''' i , .0‘. routes were absorbed into the network and played a key role in knitting the .► network together. Local connectors are important as they often serve as first - -. .In N� ., mile/last mile access and align with the City's Strategic Growth Areas,whichiiiiiim e } 1; % �; „ r • . i = focuses on concentrated growth. ,, ,� : � 11.� ,1 I rot �_� '• ,ice + '''. .. chi..chi.. • ', `. :.Y._ ^r : 'edestrian bridge concept over Independence Blvd wrth,n the transports(. 4.. ,,, 44 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN l CHAPTER 31 NETWORK Virginia Beach, VA Proposed Routes ci:, t V �i> r/ersron ir 1 ..ems • _�-_ %✓ ^ \ Virginia Beach vir.,ta;t,,lrl' t' _ ) / • 9H P«" •I r I. s U _ .0'si °t y ea , _•. '• - .1 • /• • , •= • ;ter-...4 fi'V ' - Re i- N. � �, 7 • ra N!! • 3 /iy Ar�;i . ,fir` M • ,/ I • ••••.2 f + r>an.exs L" 1 ln4 r�-AtY'f(f �� ., ,.- ' • .. • 1 '` 0rf ,.Y c•• , r. '� r •. .0, ".Not •I- • -. 4- tit•` '' ,• `• T ' F-• '.t• , • --t . •4,, . '' F-. -,..•' . I . c.. 1 0. 1 • r T 1 ,. c.71, .f . e� i , ..:11.A Existing Facilities ,./1... t :' •1• — Shared Use Path .-;. ' — Sidepath 4j t' I } It . : f 4ar'.' — Bike Lane a.; • I ., ,.. — Soft Trail or Path t 4: ,� w bxl q.I N.u.nN — Recreational Route ,z t '• pa‘, R4\ dre!, Proposed Routes ' . •' r --- Core City Network _ 1 --- Local Connectors wrnc.na.e••�s•,w i ‘_ --- Locally Identified ,N"'"°""'"`e ,g,,, , Recreational �"'/'°"'yi Other Features ''''"�f•' ' , ` i1' •..a .,r. a Blueway Access % "" ... % I i Ia Recreation Center • ltt c TNido T •M#C• Ste. trq Strategic Growth Area ' - �: Business District ;r t Military Property ' .-.1 C Wetland I Park it [;rii9ft ifirt ( Z.1!:?(I)f)1.11. ll\ A 0 I 2 3u rOOLE amitisw F:3,.,:5.Proposed..o..tu 45 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK Blueways Blueways are water trails, much like greenways are land trails.Typically,both blueways and greenways are long enough to be officially or unofficially �� 2� ��� _` '=c designated as travel routes for either transportation or recreation.According u p lomia I&r Y ' �' 41 to the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation,public access ~ i^'. -.� .'' - points are necessary to a successful water trail as well as additional amenities �'- such as access to parking,food and water to effectively support ecotourism = .: 1• oc`.. F.. and water travel as an additional mode of transportation' v. • t The City of Virginia Beach has a vast network of waterways that ribbon • �'." throughout our coastal plains.Our network of waterways, consisting of ,y `t , tributaries, necks,and four distinct watersheds, are ultimately bounded by the Atlantic Ocean,fostering a unique way of life and the potential for s .,•r,y,'f k• a culture destined for learning to better live with the water.The Southern ttt��� '•,, . -" •, Rivers Watershed is the largest, encompassing over one-half of the City or approximately 205 square miles. In addition to being bounded to the east � . a ,� '` . { by the Atlantic Ocean and to the north by the Chesapeake Bay,the City has L>i.i, ,,:—pi ,, .r ,r,�r rI t'.jeer r,:c'I,, ,t,a,-1_portatlon aitema;ive. 121 miles of internal navigable waterways. Key blueways include the Elizabeth River, Lynnhaven River, North Landing River,West Neck Creek, Back Bay, rr Owl Creek/Rudee Inlet, and Stumpy Lake(Figure 16).A section of the North �M `°' Landing River in Virginia Beach is part of the Intracoastal Waterway. •4 • ;� ti Combined with the 1,769 miles of vehicular roadwaynetwork the collective Pgj . ' i, •— q,. .. 4..-•-y •+h; ..ti, 1. ■. . . A, .� sum of Virginia Beach travel routes is an impressive 1,890 miles.Of these,282 i R ; I•< .r` centerline miles are identified as part of the pedestrian and bicycle network. "r{ .; • h Vi. = \', The evolution of active transportation in Virginia Beach melds these two Y ;1•;y • +, . ,,, f„+;,,`• unique and sustainable modes of travel through comprehensive networking •J , s �v�. that has a multiplying effect on the total usable network.The original modes * ` ' of Virginia Beach travel-walking and boating-were around long before we ' _ tg`^ ! -+ • •' r T =..,, engineered our 20th Century to accommodate our single-occupancy vehicular i. .� - .,, lifestyles. However, public opinion has shifted to acknowledge that in order to ��'� ~-,-ya achieve the greatest quality of life, maintaining a balance and valuing a multi- A! _ • modal transportation system is key. H As sea levels rise and recurrent flooding increases,the City of Virginia Beach i 1~ "'' is planning its infrastructure for adaptation. Sea level rise projections indicate 4110' y3', ,I I ; ...;i ! . :Il. 1 https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/recreational-planning/waI-wtrails 46 I CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK that by 2050,water transport is likely to reemerge as a viable means of ce „! d ' , ."' t .' , ; `,4. transportation within the City of Virginia Beach. However,this is not just our •`�;r's. ' ', �� { • x��, it! ` 1,, ,',-. future trend, it is also our past. Historic Princess Anne County was founded on '• ; '- t, "-l•oll -. - v ' .. "1 kK the economic viability of transporting goods and services via this vast blueway '°, ., ;M t`- '', <` ; y a. system.As with most municipalities,transportation evolved over the past _ two hundred years into a robust system of roadways. However,oftentimes z ,' „„ -, -t these roadways and waterways intersect, creating unintentional barriers to - • Z � "�. , �.'yi both land and water transportation networks.Although we predominately r }`` " � `�` \ "' think of the effects that a waterbody imposes upon a roadway network,by , ; r' ~4 k fF looking through the lens of Active Transportation,this Plan recommends a'" �' `' I, additional study be conducted to analyze barriers,such as undersized culverts 4 r' .4 x and low bridges, impacting water travel as a result of constructed roadway sr ,4' ' :" 4'a '4+. '4 infrastructure. #4 t , Best practices for accommodating waterway travel that provide sufficient - - clear zones on the underside of vehicular bridges to ensure navigability of - - a waterway should be identified within this future study and considered in Upper Norti,i-ondh,q P,,v, i,000'to':y o(l-\'<,Itc'r Camp;,, future Public Works transportation improvement projects.The Blueways Map(Figure 16) is created as part of the Active Transportation Network to highlight primary and secondary waterway networks,waterway access points, and potentials for water taxi routes that best promote water navigation as a reliable mode of transportation within the City of Virginia Beach. The Blueways Map also identifies specific potential multi-modal points of intersection that may accommodate a land to water connection. It should be noted, however,the breadth and analysis of a proper blueways study is beyond the scope of this Active Transportation Plan and the recommendation is for a more in-depth study and analysis as a separate project that intertwines active transportation and Virginia Beach's waterway planning. ,,, ' Here, emphasis is placed on the advancement of the system of active transportation by identifying existing and potential opportunities for i incorporation into a connected network for travel.The City of Virginia ...di`"•. Beach boasts a number of public access points to water with a variety of F ' " facility types for the purpose of launching vessels for taxiing people from ,,, . x'��'`�"` ky --- one area to another or solely for recreation.A myriad of facility types have '^ y + ,, ► been categorized in the City of Virginia Beach Outdoors Plan and the '""' '` ` �� Hampton Roads Planning District Commission's Regional Strategic Plan for '"` Public Access to Waterways in Hampton Roads(HRPDC 2018),such as boat ramps,kayak/canoe launches, fishing piers,observation/boardwalk/trails, < CreatIonol pocklinp is a g o 10, i, i ca . I y.-- 47 l CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK ,, * t'." " "..;',`'. ' �I� .rw: .�� 'MN°•+i s;'q•¢w . • ,'� '•'� i^ ��■ . , " V r)� :•:' t J — . ,, 4iftit gc1wa P tab is e•''asaccn-n 1 �" VI gins. .- ? 17 v yr„ ,. .. _..,. and beaches/swimming. Some of the waterways within Virginia Beach are people of all ages. Use of the City's waterways are a way to engage students designated segments of the regional water trails netowrk.This includes the in the Virginia Beach City Public School System,adult residents in the area, Southeast Coast Saltwater Paddling Trail that spans from the Chesapeake and the tourists of the Resort Area.As a foundation for ecotourism,the Bay,south through the length of the City of Virginia Beach, and continues existing access points to the water serve as a gateway to a healthy community on all the way to the State of Georgia.Additionally,there is the Eastern and economy.The revenue brought in by ecotourism will provide additional Branch of the Elizabeth River Water Trail that extends through Virginia Beach funding to maintain these natural amenities.The City of Virginia Beach can and Norfolk. Both of these navigable waterways connect with the Captain embark on a journey to reconnect its history and its culture through increased John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail,which is well known for its accessibility to our waterways for transport and tourism. destinations and activities.Additional local and regional studies and adopted plans provide support and cross reference this Plan as well as the following: The Blueways Map is just the beginning of the exploration and identification the Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation Outdoors Plan,2016;the Virginia of points for greater connectivity within our community.Active transportation Beach Interfacility Traffic Area and Vicinity Master Plan,2017; and The Green routes are greatly enhanced where trailheads and water access points intersect. Further study should analyze these potentials for connectivity, Sea Blueway and Greenway Management Plan, 2015;and the Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Alternative Transportation Study,2015. including integrating linear greenways with green infrastructure as a stormwater solution and improving 10-minute walk times to parklands and The National Park Service encourages water trail planning to be created with a 10-minute drive times to public water access. Oftentimes, simple and cost- vision that these amenities would engage, educate, and unify the community, effective improvements can make a big impact,such as combining canoe/ as well as increasing the user's quality of life.'Blueways are a tool to promote kayak launch points with trailheads that provide bicycle and vehicular parking. a flourishing economy and a healthy community while preserving and sharing Initial analysis indicates a viable and potential market demand for water taxis the natural and cultural legacy of the City of Virginia Beach with our residents for eco-tourism at three primary areas: Back Bay,Owl Creek to Rudee Inlet, and the millions of annual visitors. Blueways serve as outdoor classrooms for and First Landing to "restaurant row" at Lesner Bridge.These locations have the potential for multi-modal excursions that combine canoeing/kayaking/ boating to landward cycling back to the point of origin.Additionally, eco- 2 https://www.nps.gov/subjects/nationaltrailssystem/national-water-trails-system.htm tourism potentials are identified for their historical significance at the Bayside 48 `f CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK History Trail(western branch of the Lynnhaven River),and the State Scenic �. Waterway North Landing River(Munden Point Park to John Smith Trails :5. %, *-', " ' (NPS)connection).With the 121 miles of navigable Virginia Beach waterways, .. innumerable other possibilities exist to explore throughout the City. • , , i' i. The Virginia Department of Transportation(VDOT)recently announced its '.., = j;j plans to conduct a rail to trail feasibility study on the Eastern Shore.'This will ``�. Ittlitio be an exciting additional opportunity for Virginia Beach eco-tourism.With the ` addition of a water taxi,cyclists could be shuttled to the Cape Charles shore , for a weekend of riding on this future 49-mile paved shared use path. i v Virginia Beach was established as a community on the water, rich with history, culture,and an abundance of resources.With our changing climate,coastal rising sea levels,and regional land subsidence, now more than ever it matters -' 40 for our City to promote our resources and share our heritage in order to cultivate nature-based appreciation,active transportation, and eco-tourism. _ _ - .z.,, , !-. - :::, ,......:, .-:10- .. .,,,j,-,-- _,..... • , .� ,A. `�° ,r. .► al - ;, ;> < t .•Lv..).• r., -r-f, 1,tppl.).p1 .1it4-t''t. :s,r, I'43-ira•1•i�"',5i, dtA.; ''',0-t . ' _, 3 https://www.virginiadot.org/projects/hamptonroads/eastern_shore rail to_trail_study.asp 49 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3l NETWORK I Virginia Beach, VA M Blueways and Blueway Access Points ' Virginia Beach ti /x"r.Yi°` : ilYygHi1 bS ��f� • ( ' \r?r¼I %,r4. `� t` r •• -i J q ' } e. y ::3 T ' 1 Np• `� . ''R0 M ' • `. o • • I omw runt S i , • `. S l .Z n • . S ...L.. o Nr a A :•�� ..•. -,, Cowl l:..s•;.Y ia'- '-- - ,7 Blueways - ,'" _: �• •.1 L,/, '41 Primary Network • '} t' t '• ' a Secondary Network : ---'-. • . • . ,, e :ere Proposed Motor Taxi ' .d " a_• '�' Y_-b t a.2ry < . Most Challenging Pod ; . # . Blueway Access Points ® 1 vE_ k Existing { j 1 'i o Planned r i i' Existing Facilities • ; i' V — Shared Use Path i ,I'� .0., \ — Sidepath ""-- —Bike Lane 2 ,, , — Soh Trail or Path a x k x - Recreational Route .s • ii ,8,z--• - Proposed Facilities ,, ,- MI° --- Shared Use Path 1 1 11 .. Protected Bike Lane I p, �' ... / i ... Sidepath NbMI-M,ep&.e,,r Bike Lane * y a•.o s,.M,.,,:•; * ar Recreational Route 1I, 1Ale i i ; a Other Features ''• ;� „ e Blueway Access 1 :k X + 4i ,a Recreation Center '• Y Xwe �r<s V. .,-� AI al ,, ... P, trR Strategic Growth Area h Business District t, *r.""78r:� ,� Military Property '`'. ' ;�:f f• Wetland „ Park M1 it Alf )i�t l ( / ?tn)l�1iGi1/� ti 0 1 a d ` TOOLE DELI." Fgun 16�Bluewrya and&o .w",Atse Panto 50 I ( CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK Network Recommendations pedestrians and wheeled users. Refer to the Active Transportation Design Guidelines(Appendix A)for further information on the design specifications Whether you're walking,bicycling,riding a scooter,or using an assistive of bicycle and pedestrian facilities. device,you need a safe,comfortable space to move. However,different These recommendations reflect information from public feedback and travel modes have different needs.The following sections include distinct fieldwork,but will need further study based on property lines,traffic patterns, recommendations for policy,planning,and routes designed primarily for and other potential issues. walking, and routes designed primarily for bicycling. The Active Transportation Facility Design Standards(see Appendix A) include specifics on how to design pedestrian facilities, based on these Pedestrian Recommendations seven Principles of Good Pedestrian Design.The following design principles At some point on your journey,you will walk(or use an assistive mobility represent a set of ideals which should be incorporated into every pedestrian device)while traveling to or from your destination.The Active Transportation improvement.They are ordered roughly in terms of relative importance: Plan's recommendations make walking safer and comfortable for everyone, I.The pedestrian environment should be safe. Sidewalks,walkways and regardless of the trip. crossings should be designed and built to be free of hazards,offer a sense Walking trips are typically shorter than other types of trips.The of security and minimize conflicts. recommendations in this plan are designed to support short walking trips 2.The pedestrian network should be accessible to all. Sidewalks,walkways within the high-demand areas identified in Figure 8. It eliminates gaps and crosswalks should ensure the mobility of all users by accommodating between existing facilities in the walking network, and in doing so,can the needs of people regardless of age or ability. improve access to local destinations that provide daily needs.The pedestrian $.The pedestrian network should connect to places people want to go.The recommendations also connect existing and future trail facilities throughout pedestrian network should provide continuous direct routes and convenient the City,with a primary focus on major thoroughfares. The recommendations in this section include two types of pedestrian facilities currently on the ground in Virginia Beach: ,4, • Sidepaths,formerly referred to as wide sidewalks in the 2011 Bikeways and Trails Plan,are the Public Works standard concrete sidewalk with a '. .f ,r,,¢,,4 'f. minimum width of five feet to a more accommodating width of eight to ten "r#�.5 .� ` N, AA;,;', feet, based on volume of use.This allows two groups of people to pass one '�"'^ • r. ..t..."1r ,". .;'_' . another comfortably. Sidepaths may or may not have a buffer from vehicle r: lit*. } , ;• '' traffic. In general,this plan recommends sidepaths wide enough for both t `' ��� ' "`" ' ' pedestrians and bicyclists,though this may not always be possible due to '""�t '' ," R �ko-, 't,`. space constraints. ,. • Shared use paths or trails are typically 11 feet wide or greater and provide a physical buffer from vehicle traffic.Shared use paths are always designed to accommodate both pedestrians and bicyclists passing one �- , another.AASHTO's Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities(2012) dep..th>,1 -e tr one on Inlynnv_ .go,: ,proykle sF.acc`,a recommends a width of at least 11 feet on pathways frequented by both not have a buffer. 51 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK Virginia Beach, VA Proposed Facility Types Fogs.), 'MD imarr i ,� -�'�+,� , ' —4` 3nia;each M• I Lrt.Pr • U ; ,....LA.... � r_ j Aate.= ''*I '; ._: . ';..:.,s.:, DZ. •9 ar.4f;6ilalpLt I:Sl; s , :.. - • -' ---1 j:.ri'. - fi4 Existing Fadlitles - aj� �+,- , —Shared Use Path 1 r . t. ._ —Sidepath 1 • ~y . {•N" 1 — Bike Lane f/ • 1 f { S, ,,, -h ?, •—Soft Trail or Path 1 f — Recreational Route :at``b, . Proposed Facilities a =:517 . -- Shared Use Path I ` may + �' --- Protected Bike Lane S _ `-( •f ••• Sidepath -vN,wYngc+roStW - .. N.f.nel.l,n A ••• BlkeLane 1 Recreational Route w t i Other Features •,."` .. <s r{ • Blueway Access or Recreation Center ,sue 1 ` Strategic Growth Area Business District , 'i y Military Property 4 4 Wetland ( ) 14 ., Park I . ,.. , "e t V\ H . P.)1 ?7iIIi/ @i•c41 �0-1 fin ggla Z� A g 1 3 3ml '^. TOOLE D•S,aM Figo.IT Purposed F.oH5 TIP•• 52 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK connections between destinations. " 4.The pedestrian environment should be easy to use. Sidewalks,walkways rice:,, n and crossings should be designed so people can easily find a direct route to r ' S.: . .\' a destination and will experience minimal delay. •, ;; 5.The pedestrian environment should provide a sense of place.Good design � ; b;�' ' , ♦ {, r-f i should enhance the look and feel of the pedestrian environment.Amenities • such as seating, street furniture, banners,art,trees, plantings,shading, a `� ; 'fls `''�'. and special paving, along with historical elements and cultural references, s' " should promote a sense of place. ,� " 6.The pedestrian environment should serve multiple functions. It should be --4 , •Y e•: Y'�` ' a place where public activities are encouraged.Commercial activities such �� + _,� ` 11. a+ as dining,vending and advertising may be permitted when they do not MP 1--- 41 '.'.' interfere with safety and accessibility. _iiiriaT;.au. - y 7. Pedestrian improvements should preserve or enhance the qualities of the - City. Good design will allow pedestrians to experience a sense of Virginia _ Beach's unique character. tl'.Yaikf`.ti :dTit• 1#itil Bicycling Recommendations Bicycling trips,which for this purpose includes other micromobility vehicles -a �� 4. '*. 1 !it't . like scooters and skateboards,come with different challenges than walking '' ' ', r trips.They can be longer, and bicyclists travel at a higher speed than ,, P. t �' `�� pedestrians. Streets that mayfeel comfortable for walkingmaynot feel '• t• � ' P ,,,t , t+ • t IV _�� eaE41 the same way for bicycling, and vice versa.This presents different design rX '': _• ► jl y' . ►� � , , '> considerations to ensure their safety,from the width and layout of bike paths .r ..)'• a �""s �, ' • / "� and lanes to the configuration of intersections and crossings. ' 'lee+:a'-' - ryN'' °; A,Y' `' 44 ... • At, . i:u.t..\ :' 1 f'.i The recommendations in this plan are designed to support bicycling trips • t - � i both within the high-demand areas identified in Figure 8 and Figure 9, but _ f C i y� .-_ f also between those high-demand areas.They serve major corridors that crossiff'--^- y - ='� `a ' large parts of the City and connect to regional destinations.They also serve _ r »' ' neighborhood streets,providing access to local destinations and daily needs. . - ;,:y The bicycling recommendations also connect existing and future trail facilities. - ,» 0 These recommendations include three types of bicycle facilities, including separated bike lanes,which are currently not present in Virginia Beach: it- • Sidepaths,formerly referred to as wide sidewalks in the 2011 Bikeways and 53 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK Trails Plan,are the Public Works standard concrete sidewalk with a minimum Proposed Facilities Proposed Mileage width of five feet to a more accommodating width of eight to ten feet,allow Shared Use Path 119.9 two groups of people to pass one another comfortably. Sidepaths may or may not have a buffer from vehicle traffic.In general,this plan recommends Sidepath/Wide Sidewalk 85.1 sidepaths to be eight to ten feet wide for both pedestrian and bicyclist use, Protected Bike Lane 21.4 though this may not always be possible due to space constraints. Bike Lane 18.5 • Shared use paths or trails,which are typically 11 feet wide or greater, Recreational Route 37.1 provide a physical buffer from vehicle traffic.Shared use paths are always Total Y82 designed to accommodate both pedestrians and bicyclists passing one Table 10:Proposed Facility Mileage in Centerline Miles(excluding mapped Locally Identified Routes) another.AASHTO's Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities(2012) recommends a width of at least 11 feet on pathways frequented by both pedestrians and wheeled users. Refer to the Active Transportation Design Guidelines(Appendix A)for further information on the design specifications of bicycle and pedestrian facilities. • Separated bike lanes,also known as protected bike lanes or cycletracks, have a buffer(either physical or visual)from vehicle traffic. Figure 17 is a map of the proposed pedestrian and bicyle routes and their Roere relevant facilities.Table 10 is a chart listing the length of each recommended root, type ofpedestrian and bicycle facilityin the City,and Figure 18 is a chart ut., YP Y Yr 9 7-.`v `'S Shared Use Path showing the percentages of each type of facility as part of the recommend 42% network.The proposed mileage is calculated by centerline miles. Existing Facilities Existing Mileage* ale Shared Use Path 69.5** Protected g`�ce�a Signed Shared Route 37 6°'% Sidepath/Wide Sidewalk 55.7 Soft Trail or Path 36*** Sidepath/Wide Paved Shoulder 48 Sidewalk Bike Lane 21 30% Wide Outside Lane 68.6 Total 335.8 Table 9:Existing Facility Mileage *Includes funded capital improvement projects in process of being designed or built **10 miles of which are substantial networks within parks ***Includes City of Virginia Beach (9 miles)plus state/federal(27 miles)within city limits Figure 18:Ratios of Proposed Facility Mileage 54 ( CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN 1 CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK ' ,-,e4: rro+ F045nrr x, 'I'.4 R 4411. , r i '4t ; r; p uitTro ii� Shared usepath in Mount yore Pa' ' , A b,cycli riding along General Booth Boulevard.Shared use paths and off-street tails , provid the gre tc'st protection from vehicle traft,- 1 travel.These recommendations reflect information from public feedback and fieldwork,but will need further study based on property lines,traffic patterns, Existing and proposed facility types differ for multiple reasons. In general, and other potential issues. facilities will be upgraded as well as built new. It is important to note that when existing facilities were inventoried and compiled,several of the The Active Transportation Design Guidelines(Appendix A)include specifics classifications and design specifications of some on-road and off-road facilities on how to design bicyclist facilities,based on these seven Principles of Good did not meet current national best practices(see Appendix A for detailed Bicycling Design.The following design principles represent a set of ideals information on facility types and design specifications).This reclassification, or which should be incorporated into every bicycling improvement.They are in some cases,elimination of mileage accounts for the differences in mileage ordered roughly in terms of relative importance: in each chart presented here. For example,wide outside lanes were not 1.The bicycling environment should be safe. Paths, bike lanes,trails, and counted in the total for the proposed network given that many were found crossings should be designed and built to be free of hazards, offer a sense to not meet current standards for safe, accessible bicycle facilities. In some of security and minimize conflicts. cases, upgraded bicycle facilities were recommended to take their place and 2.The bicycling network should be accessible to all. Paths,bike lanes,trails, in others a new route was identified. Similarly, many of the wide sidewalks inventoried fell short of current sidepath design recommendations consistent and crossings should ensure the mobility of all users by accommodating the with best practices.The intent of the proposed network is to recommend needs of people regardless of age or ability. upgraded facilities for a system that may be used by people of all ages and 3.The bicycling network should connect to places people want to go.The abilities. bicycle network should provide continuous direct routes and convenient connections between destinations. These recommendations primarily focus on major streets, and as such,some types of bicycle facilities are allowed in Virginia Beach but are not included 4.The bicycling environment should be easy to use. Paths, bike lanes,trails, and crossings should be designed so people can easily find a direct route to in these recommendations for a specific street,such as Bike Boulevards, a low-speed street designed to prioritize bicycle travel over motor vehicle a destination and will experience minimal delay. 55 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK 5.The bicycling environment should provide a sense of place.Good design represented in Figure 17 as existing shared use paths and soft trails within should enhance the look and feel of the bicycling environment, particularly parks. on off-street trails.Amenities such as wayfinding,banners, art,trees, plantings, shading, and special paving, along with historical elements and Policy and Planning Recommendations cultural references,should promote a sense of place. 6.The bicycling environment should welcome other travel modes where In 2019,City staff applied to renew the City's Bicycle Friendly Community appropriate. Small, low-speed vehicles such as bikeshare bikes,scooters, status with the national organization The League of American Bicyclists. or skateboards(also called micromobility vehicles)should be able to use Virginia Beach was again awarded Bronze status and predominately scored in the average to acceptable ranges(see Appendix C).Areas in need of bicycle lanes and paths for transportation when they do not interfere with improvement are noted by the lower scores in safety,encouragement and safety and accessibility. enforcement.Additionally,the average Silver rated community scored much 7. Bicycling improvements should preserve or enhance the qualities of the higher with an average program staff to population ratio of 1:78,000 compared city. Good design will allow bicyclists to experience a sense of Virginia to Virginia Beach's only 1:450,000 staff to population ratio.This paired with Beach's unique character and should be recognizable and readily navigable limited funds allocated to the construction of new bicycle facilities have by visitors. produced a lower than average total bicycle network mileage. The average Silver community has a much higher Total Bicycle Network Mileage to Total Recreational Routes Roadway Network Mileage of 48%compared to Virginia Beach's 14%.These indicators suggest that the City may benefit from an assessment into how best Most of the active transportation network in Virginia Beach is intended to to consolidate and grow its transportation resources.The whole of the City of serve suburban neighborhoods and urban destinations,and to support safe, Virginia Beach Active Transportation staff is comprised of one senior planner comfortable walking and bicycling trips within those places.Another popular within the Parks and Recreation Department.Other transportation planning category of active transportation trips involves recreational activities,like staff are within the SGA Office and work together with the Transportation getting exercise, enjoying nature,or visiting the City's rural southern section. Engineering Division in the Public Works Department.Areas to examine To that end,this plan also recommends designated Recreational Routes, include exploring measures to improve proximity between staff and enhance which are geared towards trips that are not solely for commuting.There are communication and collaboration with all City transportation professionals two types of Recreational Routes: for increased potential to quicken future network implementation. Consider • Recreational Routes within Rights-of-Way are typically two-lane roads in integrating the transportation planning staff with the Public Works the southern portion of the city with limited shoulders and no curbs,where Department for streamlining project delivery. bicyclists will share the lane with motor vehicle traffic. In the interim,these routes will have signs indicating that they are shared routes and/or sharrows Intersection Recommendations instructing drivers that bicyclists will be present. In the long term,these corridors are opportunities to install on-road bicycle facilities or shared use Almost every active transportation trip requires crossing a street,and in the paths for both walking and bicycling. City of Virginia Beach, intersections can be a major barrier to safe walking and bicycling.The City's intersections are busy places, as many of its largest • State and City Park Routes are shared use paths and trails that are found employment and retail destinations are centered on the crossing of two or within the City's extensive park system, including both City parks and more major roads, such as the intersection of Laskin Road and First Colonial Virginia state parks. Some of these routes are paved,while others are Road or Virginia Beach Boulevard and Independence Boulevard.A pedestrian unpaved with dirt or gravel. Examples of Recreational Routes within parks bridge was proposed and under design at the latter intersection to connect include the paths around Mount Trashmore. State and City Park Routes are the south side of the city to Pembroke Mall. Consideration should be given to 56 t, CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK either enhancing the pedestrian crossings in this are or approving and funding this pedestrian bridge. 30 20 MPH Many trips pass through these intersections, including drivers making right MPH 'y_==1.y., '4>4.• 40 or left turns,which can potentially result in collisions with people crossing the y;h' t, , , y `'a' PH moo. street on foot or bike.In addition, roads may become wider at intersections due to the addition of right-and left-turn lanes,and in some cases, multiple ,r turn lanes in each direction.This increases the distances and the length ' �. of time it takes for people to cross, placing people with limited mobility in danger if they cannot cross the street in a single traffic signal phase.Wide yeµ ;� turning radii or slip lanes make it easy for drivers to make right turns at high Ti @ tt �iftni i ttitititi ,,4 s if ti speeds, increasing the likelihood of pedestrian-automobile collisions and trte ti II $ f tf ilittlf ft fatalities.Other safety issues at intersections,such as non-compliant or missing curb ramps,can also make it difficult or impossible for people using fly likelihood ww O likelihood O likelihood wheelchairs or other mobility devices to access sidewalks. 13 /O of fatality 40 /O of fatality 73 /O of fatality or severe or severe or severe The project team identified nearly 40 intersections around the City where injury injury injury there have been a high rate of vehicular crashes involving pedestrians or Figure 19:Higher motor vehicle speeds increase the likelihood of a pedestrian fatality in the case of a crash. bicyclists(Figure 21).These intersections were also classified as high priority This risk can be mitigated by lower speeds and various infrastructure treatments.Source:Taft,B.C.Impact speed of a pedestrian's risk of severe injury or death.Accident Analysis&Prevention.50.2013.. based on network connectivity needs and consideration by the public.The team visited each intersection during fieldwork to identify design-related issues that may have contributed to these crashes.The five most common and pedestrians with rolling carts to get on or off the sidewalk.Where curb issues identified at these intersections are: ramps are not present or do not meet ADA guidelines,people may travel in the street instead. • Crossings at roads with high speed limits Drivers traveling at high speeds • Wide curb radii. Intersections with a wide curb radius at the corner allow would have a shorter reaction time if they needed to stop. Pedestrian or vehicles to travel at higher speeds while turning, increasing the likelihood of bicyclist collisions at higher speeds are also more likely to result in severe a severe or fatal collision with another vehicle or with a pedestrian crossing injuries or death.When motor vehicle speeds are reduced from 30 to 20 the street. mph,the likelihood of a pedestrian being killed or suffering a serious injury • decreases by more than half from 40 percent to 13 percent!'See Figure 19. dniale U-turns. Drivers making U-turns where there is not adequate space to do so may have limited visibility of oncoming traffic or people crossing • Long crossing distances with no median refuge Wide roads with multiple the street, increasing the chance of a collision. through lanes and turn lanes lengthen the time it takes for pedestrians to cross,particularly those with limited mobility,thus increasing the chance of The City of Virginia Beach Public Works Department develops, maintains, a collision. and enforces compliance of design standards and specifications for implementation of infrastructure improvements within the right-of-way • Non-compliant or missing curb ramps.Curb ramps allow people using to ensure the safety of all users.The Public Works Traffic Engineering assistive mobility devices such as wheelchairs and strollers,or bicyclists and Transportation Divisions have established a collaborative process for stakeholders,such as the City's transportation planners,the SGA Office, and Virginia Beach City Public Schools,to participate in recommended traffic 4 Tefft,B.C.Impact speed of a pedestrian's risk of severe injury or death.Accident Analysis&Prevention.50. 2013.. safety improvements. 57 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK There are a variety of treatments that may be considered to address safety Aiw ., !, A. fi 1 issues at these priority intersections, and may be applied to additional A.:;.Ham" .'?1�' -'=' mii •,_ - ' intersections.These treatments are often context-dependent. Further site- MINIMP„ w specific study of the feasibility of each treatment should be performed prior to - design and implementation.General treatments include: • New curb ramp • Tighten curb radii �"" • Median refuge island • Install or repaint crosswalk " nr`• , • Traffic control • Curb extensions • Pedestrian signals • Replace existing curb ramps a .....- -~'-•-" • Add lighting • Eliminate slip lane — _ n arc...,.,. - - VK ���r...�� : cS j- Refer to the Active Transportation Design Guidelines(Appendix A)for I - recommendations on design guidance. .. « " , �a, ,•• '• Figure 20 shows locations in Virginia Beach with the highest bicycle and ' , t " pedestrian crash densities. Figure 21 identifies 38 of the most critical ! `..." ' ~ . `''' . `� •v. 44 , : intersections in need of the above improvements.These priority intersections v '\ 1 were identified through an analysis of the bicycle and pedestrian crashes that t r occurred between 2011 and 2018 in Virginia Beach.'Crashes were weighted �� r i by severity,where a crash that resulted in a fatality was weighted three times r ' that of a crash that resulted in an injury or property damage only.The analysis fik, I ^weighted crashes that resulted in a severe injury twice that of a crash that - • .p 4 �• s,pi.. i .... t.'..,.; . resulted in an injury or property damage only.The team used subsequent v -. "� �.r . fieldwork to identify the intersections in need of improvement and are +, t•� / .114 included in the Plan. Public input on these intersections was considered •= < ,,It ,w,-- , .•, throughout the planning process and in many cases overlapped with the ` . intersections identified by the project team. '"tt V. Addressing these priority intersections will improve safety and accessibility for v,i. ? all active transportation users.These treatments may also be applied to other '` •/ 1 intersections to enhance the walking and bicycling network. ' --. A ti ✓y 5 Crash data obtained from VDOT. -'le 58 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK Virginia Beach, VA • Bicycle and Pedestrian :,:o.:i cv,ofrv,'44:i. Crash Density ° 'w say rI(1 WC' :. "'"- 3—'"--• C- S,firl' i Virginia Beach f j ,` t Y„ may¢ `� , . f � � '' 1 )'';, '. , . a ..#:'-' ' 31. . 4 - 1‘4.c Ts '.. A ) t,,, (\--\,1 1 k.nt Newore ...."' wa.a-<_,;, .* WI s ' Olean VW, \\\ yes. ; ...e,, ') . / ' t'' t ' . 4, ./ 3.. sNL-416(4, '''. # . , 3 4 ` r; Ced'I HCes^'` \ �J} • ` . 'V Pal . 1 A ° V Feayu V. Existing Facilities /. • ;° Shared Use Path ' t FfT Sidepath r — Bike Lane ` j ?; g". ° — SoftTradorPath t �1 �)s r,s 7 ' Recreatlonal Route f C� Bicycle and Pedestrian *! , / � Crash Density ;1ii ! i \ ....,-i - - ex: N .Y High 4 .- t, . 4:::A _; yam , . Low • rtm ". : 4 High Crash Intersection .. x • •Other Features I i-:re v 1 a Blueway Access y l --�sy � "•'1 "�"a 4a Recreation Center ' Business District tis .r- Mii tom' '.`. „a . t Military Property am'ov+a/ . .-t.-.4 h ". Wetland t �aa Park i , , NS' �' j* l' r a I r #I( )li lira ( iie(Of1.-1/ 1\ A,� 0 t 2 3ml i� TOOLE ansar Fgor•20 Bfcyd.r and pedesci+n crash mmnvry hot spot. 59 l CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 3 I NETWORK Virginia Beach, VA / \.� High Crash Intersections 1 r,,,-iT04 ,4r s -o c- ,fit ..�"' 9� 1 OW,a .- /g' � rs_ 4 Virginia Beach om^; ,� ' a Existing Facilities 4 y �' r — __, —Shared Use Path t �ow& etr, 't„Y i 4 . �w o —Sldepath \ r- r' ' --- Bike Lane r }k.t. 5a• Ii', —Soft Trail or Path ' "g .,_� ��%� t ; t ` i,:, Recreational Route ` ,�. { .. r'N >w,h.:' Intersections v` yi.; n wr !-- a High Crash Imersection ./ ,,,r �,�— W Other Features } �,/ J ^ r:. f ? . 'w ,, I Blueway Access &°� "1 } '' a x - .�-'_` ;,,,: se Recreation Cemer r c a ti!!�" ,,._ ,• strategic Growth area d•'+°risen 't°r Business District �, - �: 'G #4Y#inr,arr \ MUhary Property yam ;, S" Wetland •'• r, q, y ti - 5 Park • ; n ,.�1° : - -: o a+ 6 X II411:) . 14. 'X,/ '4:-'''---1 •+`•r ` iu R� TOOLE , 7\ .C:?" t•,' . Figure 21:High-crash intersections identified through crash analysis 60 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 6i i7H+ e ---evai: P- j _. iiiio. \it, i i...::\if,.'',,':_......",t _.-,, „„ ,,, , 1:,:f*. ,„.., ,,,,, , _ -` , „,,,,,AT: — Q iL =\ wt; LU t.. t n 4 ` litil ,,, , ‘ ' ,�n Y r 7z Ulj 11 I _ CZ, I r-IB El _ # ji s C .D . 'I \ !'-' 1 ,3_, lt l,: CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 4 I IMPLEMENTATION CHAPTER 4 I IMPLEMENTATION The network outlined in this Plan will have a dramatic effect on active How should the City make the active transportation network a reality?This transportation, accessibility, and mobility in Virginia Beach. However, it will chapter discusses how to implement the City's vision, how to select from take considerable effort and funding to plan,design, and implement.The different types of pedestrian and bicycle facilities,funding sources,priority City must use its resources judiciously,while being mindful of its long-term projects the City should pursue,and performance measures to ensure the goals. In addition,the projects in the active transportation network will network's success. require coordination between the Parks and Recreation and Public Works Departments and other stakeholders, including VDOT and private developers or property owners. Facility acility Selection I I The first step in implementing an active transportation network is designing nk e I I I I the spaces where people will walk, roll,bike,or scoot.The quality of pedestrian and bicycle facilities plays a critical role in the character,function, Separated Bike Lane _ Y _ livability,and accessibility of neighborhoods.Virginia Beach will have a low- er Use Path' '- or I stress active transportation network that people of all ages and abilities can tn n` j.'... . 1 T "�rt use, emphasizing that the Cityis a communityfor a lifetime. i P 9 c i w.. - The Active Transportation Design Guidelines(Appendix A)provides design 1.1 t� _ _t_ walk, people with disabilities who use assistive accessible travel for people who U 5k Bike Lane 1 j guidance to support safe,convenient,and _ # � p pdevices, and those who ride w tOufter Pref.} i bicycles. It includes topics such as providing enough space for people to move comfortably,ensuring adequate protection from motor vehicle traffic, and creating safe,convenient street crossings. D 2k Shared Lane or Bike Virginia Beach will have a low-stress active transportation network 1k Boulevard that people of all ages and abilities can use. 0 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 SPEED MILES PER HOUR Notes 1 Chart assumes operating speeds are similar to posted speeds If they differ;use operating speed rather than posted speed. 2 Advisory bike lanes may be an option where traffic volume is<3K ADT. 3 See Section 4.5.2 fora discussion of alternatives If the preferred bikeway type is not feasible. Figure 22:Facility selection for Interested but Concerned bicyclists 63 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 4 IMPLEMENTATION Two important considerations that affect the safety and comfort of people Funding using active transportation facilities are the volume of traffic on a given road, and the speed of vehicle traffic.The following chart indicates what types This section provides information that the City of Virginia Beach can use of pedestrian or bicycle facilities are appropriate for different types of road to develop a funding strategy for active transportation infrastructure. conditions and is explained in further detail in Appendix A. Funding for pedestrian and bicycle projects can come from many different sources, including the City,the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the federal Low-Stress Networks are for Facilities in Low-Stress government.There are programs for specific kinds of projects, such as those all users, including: Networks include: that serve recreational or cultural sites,or help students travel to school, and • ..Children • Well-maintained sidewalks with programs for projects in specific locations.When pursuing funding,smaller • Seniors buffers projects can often be grouped with larger, more complex projects that may • People of all genders require a mix of funding sources. • ADA-accessible curb ramps with detectable warning surfaces Table 12 presents a few of the most common sources of funding for active • People from all backgrounds • ADA-accessible curb extensions • People of all income levels transportation projects.The City of Virginia Beach has successfully used local • ADA-accessible blueway launch funds alongside many of these state and federal opportunities to expand its People with disabilities points active transportation network.Another resource for funding information is the • Transit riders • Audible pedestrian signals City's Capital Improvements Program list, which includes approved planned • Bikeshare users • Bicycle signals projects and their projected funding sources. ,• Confident bicyclists • High-visibility and raised In order to fully realize the vision in this Plan,the City must be creative, crosswalks using as many sources as possible and even seeking out innovative funding • Median refuge islands strategies. One approach is adding pedestrian and bicycle facilities to • Bicycle boulevards already planned roadway improvements,which would only be a small portion • Buffered and separated bike lanes of the overall project budget.Additionally, active transportation projects have a place in stormwater and recurrent flooding response planning and • Sidepaths and Trails projects in the form of greenways that double as stormwater storage. • Wayfinding Another approach is partnering with institutions such as Virginia Beach City • Designated parking sites for bikes Public Schools, health groups, universities,or large employers,to fund and &m_icromobility devices support active transportation programs. Finally,several projects, such as Table tr.Low-stress network users and nr�asc,��c�,@ components. those in Strategic Growth Areas, are intended to be implemented as a part of future development.With these projects,the City can ensure that those development plans accommodate recommended projects.The earlier and clearer the request,the more likely a developer can include improvements in their plan. 64 k CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 4 I IMPLEMENTATION Program Name Funding Source Description The TSI program is a Capital Improvement Program account that provides funding for infrastructure improvement Traffic Safety Improvement projects throughout the City.This program is"ongoing" in nature,with CIP funding received each fiscal year.Public Local Works chairs a staff committee, including various City departments,that develops a prioritized program of projects for (TSI)CIP each of the CIP accounts on a quarterly basis.The TSI program has a funding cap of$250,000 for individual projects. The TSI program receives$2.3 million each year. • This program funds the construction of improvements to the network of bikeways and trails identified in the City City Bikeways and Trails Plan Bikeways and Trails Plan and the Virginia Beach Outdoors Plan.Projects include the design and construction of Ime ik ways n Local improvements to major bikeway routes to support safe cycling and pedestrian use.This,program supports the • designation and signage of bike routes and scenic trails,as well as informing citizens of the bikeways and trails network available to them.$475,000 appropriated annually. This program funds capital maintenance of the bikeways and trails system,including the repaving and repair of shared Bikeways/Trails Repairs and use paths and sidepaths,repair and renovation of pedestrian-scale bridges,and assuring the continued viability of the Renovations CIP Local bikeways and trails system.Projects are based primarily on an annual review and assessment of the conditions of each component in the system.$280,000 appropriated annually. Public Works Transportatlgn This program funds the planning,engineering,project management,building,and-maintenance of the the City's GIP. r ;Local primary and secondary roads.This includes much of the City's bicycling and walking network.Public Works also develops an annual pavement maintenance schedule to preserve the City's roadways.for all users. Tourism Development Virginia Tourism The TDFP program funds localities who have identified a deficiency in the local tourism activity,including active Financing Program(TDFP) Corporation transportation.The locality must identify a developer and project to fill such a deficiency.Eligible projects must show significant benefit to the locality and existing tourism business community. • Recreational Trails Program ' Virginia Department ,RIP funds are federal funds that are disbursed through the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation.-These (RTP) of Conservation and funds can be used to build and maintain trail facilities.RTP grants require a 20%local match. • Recreation. Transportation Alternatives Virginia Department of TAP funds are federal funds authorized under MAP-21 and disbursed through VDOT.These funds are designated for Program(TAP) Transportation non-motorized transportation projects such as trails,bicycle facilities,and sidewalks.In Virginia,projects that also qualify as Safe Routes to School Projects can receive TAP funds.TAP requires a 20%local match. Recreational Access ,Virginia Department of This program assists local communities in providing access to recreational or historic areas owned by the Transportation Commonwealth of Virginia or a local government. • Safe Routes to School(SRTS) Virginia Department of SRTS non-infrastructure grants are disbursed by VDOT and can be used to hire a SRTS Coordinator and to pay for SRTS Non-Infrastructure Grants Transportation activities within a school division,such as in-school bicycle and pedestrian safety education. National Highway US Qepartm' of This Federal Highway Administration program disburses funds through VDOT and Metropolitan Planning Organizations +Performance Program Transportation (MPOs)and has been used to fund-construction of new and retrofit crosswalks.To be qualified for NHPP funds,•projects . must be identified in a statewide or MPO long range,plan.- Highway Safety US Department of This Federal Highway Administration program disburses funds through VDOT and has been used to administer bicycle Improvement Program Transportation and pedestrian safety projects. BUILD Transportation US Department of BUILD Transportation Discretionary Grants,previously known as TIGER Discretionary Grants,are used to fund multi- Discretionary Grant Program.-Transportation modal,multi-jurisdictional projects.Grants are distributed by a merit-based process. FEMA offers three grants(Hazard Mitigation Grant Program,Pre-Disaster Mitigation,and Flood Mitigation Assistance) Hazard Mitigation Grant Federal Emergency designed for communities trying to manage natural hazards,such as flooding,by creating greenways or open spaces designed to collect and disperse flood waters,All three grants require a local match of up to 25%,and can be used Programs Management Agency for activities such as acquiring properties,demolishing structures, mitigation(such as levees),or soil stabilization.The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program can also be used for planning and study efforts. Table 12:Potential funding sources. 65 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 4 I IMPLEMENTATION Prioritization • Constitution Drive Protected Bicycle Lane.This street,which turns into Bendix Drive at its southern end,will provide a direct connection between The Active Transportation Plan contains 282 centerline miles of new or Virginia Beach Town Center, Pembroke Mall, Princess Anne High School,the improved paths,trails,and bikeways that cannot be built all at once. Limited Virginia Beach Trail and the Thalia Creek Greenway. funding and institutional capacity mean the City will have to decide how and • Interstate 264 Pedestrian Bridge/Fly-over. 1-264 is the primary barrier to when to implement the remaining active transportation network. north-south travel within the City, and a flyover trail bridge would provide a safe, comfortable connection across the highway. Located east of Bendix While this plan does not contain recommendations for the order of individual Drive,the flyover would connect Virginia Beach Town Center to Mount improvements,the project team has identified six projects that the City should Trashmore and provide an alternative to walking or bicycling through the pursue for short-, medium-, and long-term implementation(Figure 23).These complex and dangerous Independence Boulevard/I-264 interchange. projects were identified using the following criteria: key network connectivity, public support, recognition of existing planning efforts, and consultation major Impact Moves with stakeholders.These six projects will make a significant contribution to '" Or m p improving access, increasing safety, and promoting economic development. • Shore Drive Protected Bicycle Lane at First Landing State Park. Shore Three of these projects are transformational moves that will make future Drive is a popular route between the Oceanfront and the Bayfront, but investments in active transportation more effective by eliminating significant the current bike lane lacks a buffer from fast-moving motor vehicle traffic. barriers to walking and bicycling across the City.The other three are major Creating a protected bike lane with a physical buffer between Kendall Street impact moves that will complete notable gaps in the active transportation and Atlantic Avenue will improve safety while calming traffic.The right-of- network in the short-medium term. way already exists for this improvement with minimal disruption to First Landing State Park.Conduct a feasibility study to determine the optimum These projects are preliminary recommendations that require further bicycle facility improvement to accommodate all users. feasibility studies to determine constructability. Right-of-way, environmental, historical,and funding constraints, as well as the political climate, must all • Atlantic Avenue Bicycle Lane.The frontage road parallel to Atlantic be considered during the planning process to ensure that implementation Avenue is commonly used by bicyclists but is currently unmarked. of these recommendations is actually feasible. For example, land acquisition Establishing bicycle lanes on this parallel roadway between Shore Drive and costs,adjustments to stormwater drainage,and historical and environmental 50th Street will dedicate part of the roadway to active transportation users impacts need to be carefully considered to determine if the following facility and would connect the facilities on Shore Drive and bicycle infrastructure on recommendations require alteration. Atlantic Avenue and the Boardwalk further south. • Seaboard Road Shared Use Path. Seaboard Road passes through the Transformational9/fOVeS Transition Zone,while providing access to two local schools and emerging residential areas.A shared use path built within the designated buffer zone • The Virginia Beach Trail.A century ago,the existing Norfolk Southern would create a safe,protected place for walking and bicycling as this area rail corridor helped spur the creation of Virginia Beach as a resort town. continues to develop. Turning this historic rail line into a 12-mile contiguous trail will provide a fully-separated,off-street trail connection between six of the eight Strategic Growth Areas,from the Newtown Road Tide Light Rail station,through Virginia Beach's Town Center, and to the Oceanfront Resort Area. 66 ( CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 4 I IMPLEMENTATION Additional Phases � x ,• "'Atk � It,y' ,, , ' Beyond these six projects,the City should consider breaking up the rest i �` t j `,}a of the active transportation network into three phases, based on available r� . ''' . ., ' " funding and feasibility. Using these three phases as a guideline, along with the ,r , ' C performance measures outlined later in this chapter,will help the City become �, t * b ' # .1,r.rl a place where walking, bicycling, and paddling is practical,safe, convenient, '' .,,� 1 �•� e i ,f and pleasant. :+► 1, , '.' ,,..t.'.* �� ? y e ',c ' Near-Term(1-5 years):During this phase,the City should pursue projects . 1 ,1 :.. i, ' ! �,r, that build upon the existing foundation of walking and bicycling, particularly,: ,; so, ,' by completing gaps between existing facilities that will make them more , ;: +. 0. effective or improving existing facilities to modern standards.The Blueways •'i C ,'' ;.r' i, Plan referenced earlier should be undertaken within this timeframe to guide prioritization and design of that portion of the overall Active Transportation ;�, , ,, 4,}� ,, r} , Network. .. +7,r '� : t • 4' .�.., Pedestrian and bicycle projects in this phase will make traveling safer and .." e, t ,,; : ' •. ! } more convenient. Priorities should include projects that maximize VBCPS a,:r a, �, le-4... t` ltai' Safe Schools travel routes, especially where such improvements also benefit • •4, • � � ! - •• .' ,, , ' ' ,fit - other user groups.To save time and money, projects in this phase should be .i buildable within existing rights-of-way or can be added to already-planned _ ivr t` roadway projects, including early-term Sea Level Rise Adaptation projects with —" '` . bikeways and trails co-utilization opportunities. Long-planned blueway access � `"t"; •. points temporarily deferred due to adjoining Public Works projects should be y __ - :,t+r+ ^ �°'" M' P Y 1 9 P J �" � .ti A_. r_ j. 4': �' installed, such as at Pleasure House Point, and access points incorporated into adjoining park redevelopment plans, such as at Bow Creek, should follow to achieve cost economies. ''- -./ " 39, +�'""" '!"! ti""g'i • ,______ri ,imisserseseir rei .. This phase is also a time to begin planning for recommended routesaiasmaro �,•. .... .- through properties that may be redeveloped in the future. Redevelopment ` projects,such as along portions of Atlantic Avenue at the Oceanfront, should . - i____ '`•—` y am► incorporate these concepts. In addition, as new opportunities present ' themselves that bring a longer-term proposed facility to the forefront, iimmixti w'' based on citizen demand for action, political climate, or additional identified .,� a� +- ` grant funding sources,these projects may then also spring forward in priority MAO .. ., and timeline. w ,tea Public awareness of active transportation should be raised during this . •_ " ` w"�"` Web a es and apps described earlier should be developed for e'gment of prop -.,d Virrinia Beach TIaiI share.i .a t roug't r4.•�o1At+��s1a. phase. P 9 PP P Courte,y of Walter Camp. 67 f CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 4 I IMPLEMENTATION public education. Public agencies and private developers should become -_� comfortable with the standards in the Design Guidelines, as well as best practices for maintaining walking and bicycling infrastructure. Introducing '` ' and expanding programs such as Safe Routes to School will build a culture around active transportation that drives support for further expansion of the active transportation network.The City's experience with new micromobility devices, such as rental scooters,should be analyzed for ongoing refinement of x I. needs,opportunities, and priorities not presently foreseeable regarding such fir., . a *: `,I: 106..14' emerging technologies. Mid Term (5-10 years):Actions taken during this phase expand upon the first • r �, ': `�'' phase to make active transportation a part of daily life in the City. Projects i r ^'r* should seek to meaningfully expand the system,with a focus on new facilities 't"► • = that maybe more time-and capital-intensive to implement.As the active :' '`k. iil:l; transportation network is built out,there may be chances to group individual 5•4ti. y projects together.The City should remain flexible and consider all projects "" - ''� during each phase in order to take advantage of opportunities to implement as,.4 other projects should they arise.As properties develop and redevelop, - ►C , citywide and within the Strategic Growth Areas in particular,this mid-term , �.. timeline most appropriately accommodates the Plan's recommended new facilities, either by the City or by private developers. . As the active transportation network builds out,this phase should be ' 4 `a t guided by the performance measures as identified in the section on the following page.Tracking how people use the network and its effectiveness 4 in meeting the Plan's goals will help the City determine how to prioritize projects and how to best use its resources.This is also the time period when transportation,especially in urbanizing communities like the Strategic Growth Sea Level Adaptation Projects will be well underway,creating significant Areas where the increase in active transportation trips may be the highest. opportunities for concurrent build-out of the active transportion network while also requiring long term commitments to future alignments and land- During this period, new technologies, shifting demographics, and the use decisions. It may be necessary to change the scope or order of planned ongoing growth of the City will cause travel habits to shift in ways we improvements over time. cannot predict today.A decade's dedication under this Plan will have added a defined blueways component to a then well-developed greenways Long Term (10+years): As the active transportation network is built out, network, leveraging quality of life,tourism, and economic benefits for the this phase will see both smaller projects that fill in gaps within the network, City, its residents, businesses, and visitors. It is possible that some of the as well as large,transformative projects that may require the most planning recommendations in this plan may need to be revisited in 10 or more years.As and funds. By this period,much of the City may be built out, and the majority the City continues to grow its active transportation network,continued public of new pedestrian and bicycle facilities will be built along existing roads engagement and extensive tracking of performance measures are necessary that may have constrained rights-of-way.This phase may require the City to to ensure that pedestrian,bicycle, micromobility, and paddling facilities reflect make difficult decisions with trade-offs between motor vehicles and active the travel needs of this community. 68 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 4l IMPLEMENTATION Virginia Beach, VA Priority Projects l;:j%.51 Fed hen PO" 1.w Q. • 1)8m•r Al hol retBlua4 Creelo - • allyde Lam el fire (eVW s ti _ [ Virginia Beach R?:,,I;f j:a,,. , a -:_ - _ T ..'"- .u': :, ..* m s i f * ••y I Alfeoak Ave Sky,*Law m aL, . ■IFd. Y j a v 'at 0, 4-.;.r.-..,tcf. •• 4'1. 0 --;,-D-7.....,.,,,-...crirkt- -Irt.7.4.4 i. .,, .�� . / � ' el; a ► Y ref . h � \ '. .` �; t ,- 0,...,,the/ : e - Cn1:1)L A LF)K .t , r� /............."1 ,stoea V , t., . �P3 a ry� mN%( _. .,,,,e..\.7. a� tip Owt Nousg•�i: e iktri Existing Facilities P, '4 •- Shared Use Path &„es„tier • 0.+//4e14e1. • —Sktepath —Bike Lane . i. 'i Ai �—Soft Trail or Path 4' ys, ,T - —Recreational Route •' Proposed Facilities ,_a i -s.-• r= \ Shared Use Path 1 {; Protected Bike Lane ! e{+ € d ••• Sidepath ' ?r *ra}`. -• Bike Lane I .a .Y:yrle Recreational Route `` Major Impact-Short/Mid Term s Roadway Project .�. fi #`.-:• Transformational-Long Term d UralRi['1.-4t1yT , raNAm Petda ^> 1-264 Flyover r,,ay Roots[m:[w01fa, r__ Roadway Project t ; r �`a lee wa.[ ` °' Other Features .0.•►,fg �., • .. _,1 ._ ptL.�:r4. s zR • Blueway Access .1 - ' - /A Recreation Center ;t: � f d VA Strategic Growth Area I l ,, Business District .. 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(°)1.1181141 A 0 1 2 3M TOOLE eesios Rgur.24 Pn'onry Rgects 69 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 4 I IMPLEMENTATION Cost Estimates Facility or Other Low Cost Estimate High Cost Estimate Improvement This plan recommends several different types of bicycle and pedestrian Bicycle Lane (Urban) $690,300 $1,051,380 facilities,which in turn may require changes to the street or other available Bicycle Lane(Rural) $579,852 $872,964 right-of-way.The typical costs in Table 13 offer the City a starting point to Shared Use Path/Sidepath $1,194,750 $2,336,400 determine feasibility and phasing for implementing the proposed network Wide Curb Lane(2 additional ft. of pavement in each direction) over time.To provide a per mile range of costs consistent with the Virginia Department of Transportation estimates,this chart categorizes planning level C&G not added $509,/60 $663,750 cost estimates from VDOT's Transportation and Mobility Planning Division, With C&G $1,755,486 $2,315,160 see Appendix D.These general statewide planning level construction cost Paved Shoulder(4 ft.wide paved shoulder in both directions) estimates are provided for several different bicycle and pedestrian facility GS-4 $526,752 $645,696 types including shared-use paths,sidepaths, bike lanes(urban and rural), and GS-3 $751,896 $921,816 other related improvements costs.These are estimates of cost per mile and Other Improvements include 25%for preliminary engineering and construction contingencies.They have been calculated for cost year 2020 with a 3%annual inflation rate. Provide New Signal $281,430 $619,146 Modify Existing Signal $174,168 $360,018 The typical section estimates represented in the chart do not include bridge, Improve Phasing for right-of-way(ROW),stormwater mitigation,or other improvement costs. Signalized Intersection $13,806 $20,178 For a breakdown of bridge cost estimates for a planned improvement,see Provide Pedestrian Signal Appendix D.As indicated by VDOT,the costs in the "other improvements" Phase $63,720 $84,960 categories should be added to the construction costs when applicable.The Provide Pedestrian Crosswalk $31,860 $42,480 overall estimates are intended to be general and used for planning purposes. Construction costs will vary based on the ultimate project scope(i.e.potential Table 13:2020 VDOT cost estimates based on facility or improvement type. combination of projects), schedule,and economic conditions at the time of construction. • 70 C CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 4 I IMPLEMENTATION Performance Measures to be accomplished by the year 2045.While it may take up to 25 years to accomplish many of the specific performance measures, it is recommended While this Active Transportation Plan will have a transformative effect that the city establish milestone targets on the way to the 25 year measures. on people and communities across Virginia Beach,tracking progress is Setting 10 to 15 year target measures are necessary to keep pace with the key to ensuring the Plan's success. Measuring the success of the Active recommended project development time lines.This will also allow the City Transportation Plan will help the City maintain its pedestrian and bicycle the time necessary to effectively plan for compliance with federal,state, network,while allowing the City to communicate its benefits to the public. and regional funding requirements,ensuring that the active transportation network will continue to grow.These long-term measures also acknowledge Through the public engagement process,community members have the city's budget constraints with new bicycle/pedestrian infrastructure and established their goals for active transportation in Virginia Beach, as on-going maintenance.These performance measures are designed to help described in Chapter 2 and in the table below. the City achieve each of its five goals for active transportation.They are based on best practices on performance measure development,such as the ITE's To ensure that the Active Transportation Plan meets these five goals,the Putting Active Transportation Performance Measures into Practice and FHWA Plan contains ten measurable performance indicators,that will help the Guidebook for Developi g Pedestrian &Bicycle Performance Measures. City track the Plan's development to ensure that the community is able to benefit from them. Some of these indicators are measured year by year, while others are projected out over the next 25 years as long-range projects Goal Impact on Network Grow the City`of Virginia Beach into a complete transportation Proposed pedestrian and bicycle facilities will connect to one network that integrates active transportation into the lifestyles of Connectivity another and to existing facilities,providing access to neighborhoods the communities for the enhanced health,safety, and welfare of all and destinations throughout the City. • users. Create a safe,attractive experience for walking and bicycling The proposed network provides safe and comfortable routes for Safety throughout the City of Virginia Beach by providing convenient, walking and bicycling,and alternatives to walking or bicycling on connected,and equitable development of active transportation high-stress roadways. facilities. Create an active transportation network that.supports a strong and Pedestrian and bicycle facilities offer more transportation options thriving local economy by increasing commute options,enriching Economic Wtallty ate relatively.low cost,using taxpayer funds more efficiently,while recreational and tourism opportunities,promoting public health, and making the City an even more attractive place to live and work. supporting access to jobs,education,and tourist destinations. Craft strategies and guidelines to prepare our streets for changing The proposed network will create safe,comfortable routes for Technology needs and technologies,including ridehailing,micromobility emerging technologies,particularly micromobility vehicles,and vehicles like electric bicycles and scooters,and autonomous complement other emerging travel modes. vehicles. Support public health benefits by creating an active transportation Greater access to walking and bicycling facilities gives people more Health network that values and supports physical activity for people of all chances for physical activity,improving public health. r ages and abilities. Table 14.Influence of active transportation goals on the proposed network 71 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 4 I IMPLEMENTATION Connectivity Economic Vitality • By 2045,75%of residents will live within Y+mile of protected walking and • By 2045,the Strategic Growth Areas and large employment centers will be bicycling facilities. accessible to 50%of Virginia Beach residents within 30 minutes by foot, bike, or transit,via protected pedestrian or bicycle facilities. • Increase the mileage of new sidepaths,shared use paths,separated bicycle facilities, and trails 5%per year. • By 2045, 75%of residents will be able to access at least three daily needs (such as schools, grocery stores,health care facilities,or transit)within a one • Identify existing and potential opportunities for incorporating blueways in a mile walk or bike ride or 20 minute walk. connected active transportation network. Safety Technology • By 2045, increase the number of trips not made by a single-occupancy • By 2025, adopt a comprehensive Vision Zero policy. vehicle in Virginia Beach to 30%. • By 2045,eliminate fatal and serious crashes involving pedestrians and • Reduce the amount of vehicle miles traveled(VMT)per capita by 10%each bicyclists.This Vision Zero goal recognizes that people make mistakes, decade beginning in 2021. but roadway policy and infrastructure can be designed to ensure these inevitable mistakes do not result in severe injuries or fatalities in pedestrian Health and bicycle crashes' • By 2045, reduce the severity and occurence of all crashes. • By 2045, 75%of Virginia Beach residents will live in a Census Tract with an average, high,or very high score on Virginia's Health Opportunity Index . • Increase the percentage of existing walking and bicycling facilities in good condition 2.5%per year. • By 2045, expand existing walking and bicycling zones for 85%of elementary schools and middle schools in Virginia Beach.Safe walking and bicycling routes should be implemented within a 1-mile radius of elementary schools and a 1.5-mile radius of middle schools. 1 https://visionzeronetwork.org/ 72 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I CHAPTER 4 I IMPLEMENTATION Conclusion r .. This plan presents a vision for how Virginia Beach can transform our way � r, of life by incorporating the active transportation experience into our every . *" " "�'' ',1 ,,ry day living.These past few years of inventorying, analysis and planning have ' , ,..00...t „r ;;4-. . been a process of the City setting out to get a better understanding of what `' ;`" t " :' a x it is like for people to walk, bike,roll,scoot, and paddle in Virginia Beach. ., � �.'. ' ` �t ,y'; We have heard from community members that to do so today is, at best, ,! ' ` uncomfortable and, at worst, unsafe. Further research identified communities M •. ! ,. and segments of the population where walking and bicycling is a lifeline to .,,' w '''�A'�K �w°'4 r `'•' ` daily needs,economic opportunities,and public health.Over several months, 11 ,,; 7' the project team developed a network of new and upgraded facilities for ` ' : `,r* .� 4y ,• +` � walkingand bicycling that serves all parts of the City,and refined with further :n * `:, J--� community input. This plan is ambitious, however the majority of the recommendations can "' be completed in the next 20 years with inter-agency coordination and ' strong public support.The City will not be able to do it alone,and only with .�"'• the help of dedicated community members, and assistance from major institutions, regional agencies,the Commonwealth of Virginia,and the "'+ federal government,can this active transportation network become a reality. ,. �, lir 4 When this network does reach fruition,Virginia Beach will be a safer, more comfortable,and more enjoyable place for people to walk,bike, roll,scoot, or paddle.Together,the City will work to create a transportation network that ' 7.4 k f makes our economy,our environment,and our communities stronger,better, and more sustainable. {' P IA young Virgnia •ch resident en,ogs the sun on a shared u .,p;th. 73 \ I i t;,-:. 0 3 Li R 0 a r k , te a w _ .- Q yy$yr F A 8; W ZIF� f o 0 I-- C/) c� w ir ip I >< v MN IIINIMINI C::::) - .� 9 W 7 CI.- ,i11, 0 Clam ...... .th ,i c CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX Ai ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES APPENDIX A I ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES Contents 1. Introduction 65 2. Roadway Design 69 3. Pedestrian Facility Design 71 4. Bicycle Facility Design 79 5. Intersections 90 6. Bridge Design 100 7. Lighting 101 77 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX Al ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 1 . Introduction These active transportation design guidelines provide updated guidance on the design of facilities for use by people walking,using a personal assistive mobility Principles of Good Pedestrian Design device,bicycling,or using other forms of active transportation,pursuant to Virginia Beach's Complete Streets Policy.They also provide updated guidance for some The following design principles represent a set of ideals which should aspects of motor vehicle facilities that studies have shown disproportionately impact be incorporated into every pedestrian improvement.They are ordered the safety and comfort of non-motorized,active transportation users(for example, roughly in terms of relative importance. the number of motor vehicle lanes,or the width of motor vehicle lanes,on a given 1.The pedestrian environment should be safe.Sidewalks,walkways and roadway that pedestrians or bicyclists must cross). crossings should be designed and built to be free of hazards,offer a This guidance is based on current best practices and safety research,including sense of security and minimize conflicts. FHWA's Proven Safety Countermeasures(e.g.road diets,medians,and corridor access 2.The pedestrian network should be accessible to all.Sidewalks, management),the FHWA Bikeway Selection guide,and the draft AASHTO Guide for walkways and crosswalks should ensure the,mobility of all users by the Development of Bicycle Facilities,also referred to as the AASHTO Bike Guide accommodating the needs of people regardless of age or ability. (which includes significant updates from the 2012 guide). • 3.The pedestrian.netwo►k should connect to places people want to Given significant advances in bicycle and pedestrian safety research and design go.The pedestrian network should provide continuous direct routes guidance since Virginia Beach developed its previous 2011 Bikeways and Trails Plan, and convenient connections between destinations. and the synergistic impacts and tradeoffs between bicycle,pedestrian,and motor 4.The pedestrian environment should be easy to use.Sidewalks, t vehicle facility design,a committee should be created from the different divisions walkways and crossings should be designed so people can easily find a within Parks and Recreation and Public Works—including Traffic Engineering—that are direct route to a destination and will experience minimal delay. , involved in implementing,reviewing and maintaining these facilities.This committee 5.The pedestrian environment should provide a sense of place.Good should review the City of Virginia Beach Public Works Design Standards to determine design should enhance the look and feel of the pedestrian environment. necessary changes throughout the Standards to safely accommodate active Amenities such as seating,street furniture,banners,art,trees,plantings, transportation users and reflect current active transportation best practices,including shading,and special paving,along with historical elements and cultural all typical cross-sections and other standards. references,should promote a sense of place. The design guidance in this appendix will in some cases differ from current Virginia 6.The pedestrian environment should serve multiple functions.It Beach practices.The intent of this information is to provide updated facility guidance should be a place where public activities are encouraged.Commercial based on current best practices that can be reviewed by the joint committee as the activities such as dining,vending and advertising may be permitted City updates its own standards.This committee is a high priority to convene as soon when they do not interfere with safety and accessibility. as the Active Transportation Plan is published. 7.Pedestrian improvements should preserve or enhance the qualities This design guideline document demonstrates best practices and their applications of the city.Good design will allow pedestrians to experience a sense of and is for planning purposes only.This document proposes how to implement the Virginia Beach's unique character. proposed network described throughout the Active Transportation Plan.Continued discussions with Public Works is required to determine the priority and feasibility of the suggestions made within these guidelines for incorporation into the Public Works Design Manual and related sections. 78 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX AI ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES The quality of pedestrian and bicycle facilities plays a critical role in the character, the Rehabilitation Act regulations.Until that time,the USDOJ 2010 ADA Standards function,livability,and accessibility of neighborhoods.This appendix provides design and the USDOT.2006 ADA and Section 504 Standards provide enforceable standards guidance to support safe,convenient,and accessible travel for people who walk, applicable to the public right-of-way. people with disabilities who use assistive devices,and those who ride bicycles. Design topics include roadway and facility considerations and guidance,intersection design. Where the 2010 ADA Standards or the 2006 ADA and Section 504 Standards do not address a specific issue in the public right-of-way,the Federal Highway Administration encourages public entities to look to the draft PROWAG for best practices.Several 1.1 Virginia Beach Active Transportation Plan jurisdictions have chosen to apply the draft PROWAG as an alternative to,or The City of Virginia Beach Active Transportation Plan(ATP)replaces and supersedes equivalent facilitation for,the ADA Standards because they provide more specific the former 2011 Bikeways and Trails Plan.The ATP provides comprehensive guidance coverage of accessibility issues in the public-right-of-way.Jurisdictions that have for the planning of trails,shared use paths,sidewalks,and bicycle facilities.The Active adopted the draft PROWAG as their standard should consistently apply all provisions Transportation Facility Design Guidelines is intended to be used as a complementary of the draft PROWAG.Public entities and/or recipients of Federal financial assistance resource to the Active Transportation Plan. are responsible for complying with the current ADA and Section 504 accessibility standards and/or demonstrating equivalent facilitation. 1.2 Design Needs of Pedestrians and 1.2.2 Bicycle Facility Selection Bicyclists Both traffic volume and traffic speed are important considerations when choosing an appropriate bikeway type for a given location. 1.2.1 Pedestrian Facility Accessibility Requirements The Bicycle Facility Selection Chart(Figure 25)combines both speed and volume into As the most vulnerable road user,design features that increase pedestrian safety and a single chart to helpidentifyan appropriate treatment foragiven roadwayassuming comfort should be integral to all new and retrofit street designs.When pedestrian g different design users. Research indicates that providing less protection/separation facilities are designed to accessibility standards such as the Proposed Guidelines on roads with higher speeds and volumes will result in fewer people comfortable for Pedestrian Facilities in the Public Right-of-Way(PROWAG),it also improves with bicycling on those roads.These charts are based on Level of Traffic Stress(LTS) accessibility for pedestrians of any age,including the elderly and children. Analysis,which was also conducted for the Active Transportation Plan to identify how Legal accessibility requirements influence the minimum functional design and comfortable corridors may be for certain bicycling user types.The LTS methodology implementation of sidewalks,street crossings,curb ramps,signals,street furniture, should be referenced for understanding how different bicycle facilities affect user transit stations,on-street parking,loading zones,shared use paths,and more.At the comfort and safety.The provision of low-stress,connected bicycle networks reduces network level,connecting accessible pedestrian routes reduces conflicts by providing crash risk and encourages bicycling for a broader range of people. access across barriers.This enables safe and comfortable walking trips from beginning See Section IV.Bicycle Facility Design for explanations and typical widths of the to end for pedestrians of all abilities. facilities described in this chart.For more information on bicycle user types and The U.S.Access Board is the Federal agency responsible for developing and updating bicycle facility selection,see the FHWA Bikeway Selection Guide(2019). accessibility guidelines under the Americans with Disabilities Act(ADA)of 1990. The Access Board published its PROWAG in 2011.At the time of publication of this document,the Board had not issued a final PROWAG rule.The PROWAG will become an enforceable standard only after the Board publishes a final rule and after the U.S.Department of Justice(USDOJ)and/or the U.S.Department of Transportation (USDOT)adopts the final guidelines into their respective ADA and Section 504 of 79 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN i APPENDIX Al ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 10k 1.3 References for Active Transportation 94, Facility Design Separated Bike Lane ' Numerous resources are available to guide active transportation facility design.FHWA or Shared Use Path and NACTO have provided multiple recent guidebooks on how to design safer bicycle 0 7k and pedestrian facilities and networks. a 1.3.1 Design Guidelines to W I ; • AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities U Sk Bike Lane • AASHTO Roadside Design Guide (2011) w (Buffer Pref.) ; — • AASHTO Guide for the Planning, Design,and Operation of Pedestrian Facilities (2004) W 3k • NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide:Don't Give Up at the Intersection(2019) - • NACTO Transit Street Design Guide 2016 D 2k Shared9 ( ) Lane , —J or Bike • NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide(2012) 0 1k Boulevard : • NACTO Urban Street Design Guide -0 • NACTO Global Design Guide(2016) 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 SPEED • FHWA Bikeway Selection Guide(February 2019) MILES PER HOUR • FHWA Achieving Multimodal Networks(2016) Notes • FHWA Resource Guide for Separating Bicyclists from Traffic(2018)• 1 Chart assumes operating speeds we similar to posted speeds.If they differ;use operating speed rather than posted speed. • FHWA Incorporating On-Road Bicycle Networks into Resurfacing Projects(2016) 2 Advisory bike lanes may be an option where traffic volume is<3K ADT. 3 See Section 4.4 for a discussion of alternatives if the preferred bikeway type is not • FHWA Separated Bike Lane Planning and Design Guide(2015) feasible. • FHWA Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices(2009) Figure 25:Facility selection for Interested but Concerned bicyclists • FHWA Guidance for State and Local Governments • FHWA A Guide for Maintaining Pedestrian Facilities for Enhanced Safety (2003) • ITE Recommended Design Guidelines to Accommodate Pedestrians and Bicycles at Interchanges(2016) • ITE Traffic Control Devices Handbook(2013) • ITE&CNU Designing Walkable Urban Thoroughfares:A Context Sensitive Approach(2010) • FHWA Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices(MUTCD)(2009) 80 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX Al ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES • Virginia Supplement to the MUTCD(2011) • US Access Board Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines(PROWAG) • US DOJ ADA Standards for Accessible Design 1.3.2 Other Resources • APBP Essentials of Bike Parking(2015) • APBP Bicycle Parking Guidelines,2nd Edition(2010) • US DOT Policy Statement on Bicycle and Pedestrian Accommodation Regulations and Recommendations(2010) • FHWA A Residents Guide to Walkable Communities(2015) • FHWA Bicycle Intersection Safety Index(2007) • TRB Highway Capacity Manual(2010) Y AASHTO A Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets(2011) • AASHTO Highway Safety Manual • FHWA PedSafe • FHWA BikeSafe • FHWA Pedestrian Bicycle Crash Analysis Tool • LAB Commute by Bike • PBIC Pedestrian and Bicycle Design Resource Index • National Bicycle and Pedestrian Documentation Center • Complete Streets Coalition • Rails to Trails Conservancy • Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center • National Center for Bicycling&Walking • Virginia Department of Transportation(VDOT)Road and Bridge Specifications (2020) • Virginia Department of Transportation(VDOT) Road and Bridge Standards(2016) • City's Amendments to the 2016 VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications and Standards • Hampton Raods Transit Design Criteria Manual(2016) 81 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX AI ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 2. Roadway Design On low-volume local streets,narrow street widths and unmarked lanes are recommended to reinforce low design speeds and create a comfortable shared environment,particularly along bicycle boulevards. 2.1 Travel lanes and On-Street Parking An update of the City of Virginia Beach's lane width standards and standard cross Street space in Virginia Beach is physically constrained by buildings,mature trees, sections may be necessary to align with these design guidelines,protect bicyclists existing curb lines,and narrow rights-of-way.However,many of the City's arterial and and pedestrians on Virginia Beach's roads,avert serious injuries and fatalities,and collector streets exhibit wide lanes that exceed contemporary standards. implement its Complete Streets policy. To better balance the allocation of public right-of-way from a Complete Streets 2.1.1 Design Guidelines perspective,designers will seek opportunities to minimize travel lane,shoulder,and on-street parking widths.Narrower lanes help lower motor vehicle operating speeds 1 i'd }r� and improve safety for all users without reducing roadway capacity or increasing4 U ' f: , �`J� I' ' , l (� congestion.Narrower widths may be needed when applying a Complete Streets ^` i� r , ,/_� M1 ; }) +8��11l'—'1,.: approach in urban areas and village centers.As of 2015,FHWA no longer considers 1 c L�t�l �� 88���" n I]lane and shoulder width as controlling criteria for streets with less than 50 mph design i, gin° DBU�' 'speeds,allowing for increased flexibility to implement narrower lanes. 1 r � I i There are manyjurisdictions across the countrythat use 10'for all standard motor vehicle lanes and 11'for outside lanes only on designated transit or truck routes. - I I t _.� - These lane widths enhance bicyclist and pedestrian safety.The motor vehicle lane C` ! - _ ,. -- width guidelines in this section are consistent with current national guidance and 1 � t ��7 — safety research for all suburban and urban roads where people may be walking or + �� bicycling.This is true even if expected near-or long-term bicyclist or pedestrian '',,-: volumes are low.' n.n,..N":•. 'I .. .„r ., w •saw 12 1 FHWA explicitly supports design flexibility in all aspects of bicycle and pedestrian ---- c.c.Vow 7tr 1 T 10 It' facility design,including motor vehicle lane widths and road diets. Per the 2013 FHWA - • - i Bicycle and Pedestrian Facility Design Flexibility memo: "FHWA encourages agencies -' - - I . Uninat� -� IUnpin,N....I isms or parting nea. nwelS Iv e.IN»u to appropriately use these guides and other resources to help fulfill the aims of the '`""""" °"""'°" "°'° o .,""'"°ctl '""""""""""""' 2010 US DOT Policy Statement on Bicycle and Pedestrian Accommodation Regulations Figure 27.:Recommended and maximum travel lane and on-street parking widths and Recommendations" and"US DOT encourages transportation agencies to go beyond the minimum requirements,and proactively provide convenient,safe,and context-sensitive facilities that foster increased use by bicyclists and pedestrians of all ages and abilities,and utilize universal design characteristics when appropriate."' 1 https://nacto.org/publication/urban-street-design-guide/street-design-elements/lane-width/ 2 https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/bicycle_pedestrian/guidance/design flexibility.cfm 82 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX Al ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 2.1.2 Consider the following when designing travel lanes arcs: 2.1.3 Consider the following when designing on-street shoulders: parking: 1.Travel lane and shoulder widths should be minimized in Virginia Beach to provide 1.Restrict on-street parking near pedestrian crossings to provide adequate sight the space to accommodate all roadway users,reduce total impervious surface area, distance.Bollards or curb extensions can be placed within 25 feet of a pedestrian and support the City's established safety goals. crossing to prevent parking. 2. Centerlines are required on arterial and collector streets with z 6,000 ADT and z 20' 2. Refer to PROWAG R309 for accessible parking guidance. traveled way,per MUTCD. 3.On-street parking can be integrated into the design of separated bike lanes. 3.Visually narrow travel lanes with pavement markings or contrasting materials in 4.Where angled parking is considered,back-in parking is preferable to front-in retrofit situations where excess pavement cannot be reduced.Consider providing parking to increase motorist visibility when exiting a parking spot.When situated at bicycle facilities in these situations if sufficient width is present. a 45 degree angle,parking stalls should be striped to be 9'wide and 15'—17'deep. 4. Local streets should be designed for low-speed,shared operations between 5. Permeable pavement may be used for parking lanes to reduce impervious surface people riding bicycles and people driving motor vehicles.See Traffic Calming area. Permeable pavers also provide a traffic calming benefit by visually narrowing Treatments for design options. travel lanes. 5. Sidewalk Curb Buffer Zones and sidepath or separated bike lane buffers accommodate traditional shoulder functions of drainage,snow storage,and lateral support of pavement. b. Fire truck outriggers require an 18-foot clear area for deployment;however,a travel way narrower than 18-feet may still accommodate an 18-foot clear area if a stabilized area is provided adjacent to travel way. 83 t CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN 1 APPENDIX AI ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 3. Pedestrian Facility Design ;r-.,.--,. ri Sidewalks provide pedestrians with a space to travel within the public right-of-way , that is separated from motor vehicles.The quality of the sidewalk network contributes to the degree of safety,comfort,and enjoyment people experience when walking ' along a street.Sidewalks are also used for social interaction,making shopping f trips,accessing transit,and accessing jobs and homes,among other everyday trip _.-�L• purposes.The area between the curb and the building face is one of the most vibrant and active sections of the overall right-of-way. Sidewalks must be wide enough to support pedestrian activity and accessibility for ;,,' people in wheelchairs.Virginia Beach currently has many wide sidewalk facilities which function as shared use paths.For example,bicycles are allowed on all sidewalks except at the Oceanfront and Town Center.These facilities should be upgraded to sidepaths where indicated in the Active Transportation Plan and follow the sidepath design criteria outlined in the Bicycle Facilities section of this appendix.Zero °"�"�� � Thiel ADA regulations also require that pedestrian routes have a smooth,level surface; eiti'""" aW,aewwa "'"°th="' Amyl*soft w °"*` °'"mo""° characteristics such as accessible push buttons and curb ramps help satisfy this Mae Connector ra.•,a, ru•r.:v rl4 MAI tr FIT nru requirement and facilitate travel for people with mobility disabilities. Moan Mehl e'(rmn, r-iri.m.l I•rs...) u'n:rmnr Ibboo w+y,borMr Ecru.., r•irro mml rn'+.e.r 22117 mnl Neighborhood Corridor 0A Note on Sidewalks also Intended for use by Bicyclists le A� ���� t:na.. Neighborhood re...., 11*W.*t a IY Mom i a sidcl'ialk is intc.:nded for ris,)by both pedestrians and bic,,:list;, t. Industrial bccew re.,o, r(5'ere r tr nravnl ,iclance on sidepctl l dos;gn it Section IV. Bicycle Facilit i Figure 28:Sidewalk zones in different land use contexts 1>sign should 1)e follo::iod. Moro am additional r•eq iircments to cc.comrnodute bicyclists brayo rcl those of pedestrian faciliti0s, rn I extend from the front door to the sidewalk edge.The Frontage Zone of commercial *i)sidepa H design quiclarico addresses the s_.Duty ,:; .:1 ccaniiu,t properties may include architectural features or projections,outdoor retail displays, ,e_I:.of 1.ct'i i.,cc lnuns[:-id bicyclists. café seating,awnings,signage,and other intrusions into or use of the public right-of- way.In other areas this zone may contain vegetation or other non-building features. This area acts as a transition between the public realm and the private realm. 3.1 Sidewalk Zones 3.1.1.1 Design Guidelines The typical sidewalk consists of three parts: 1)the Curbside Buffer Zone,2)the Clear Pedestrian Zone,and 3)the Frontage Zone.See Figure 28. 1.The Frontage Zone accommodates building entrances,café seating,and other public or semi-private accommodations. 3.1.1 Frontage Zone 2.Where buildings are located against the back of the sidewalk and constrained situations do not provide width for the Frontage Zone,the effective width of the The Frontage Zone is the area of sidewalk is the area between the Clear Pedestrian Zone and the building frontages or lot lines. In residential areas,the Frontage Zone Clear Pedestrian Zone is reduced by 2 feet,as pedestrians will shy from the building may be occupied by front porches,stoops,lawns,or other landscape elements that edge. 84 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX Al ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 3. People with vision disabilities sometimes use the building edge for navigational 6.All new sidewalks and curb ramps must comply with Americans with Disabilities purposes.Consider the use of directional indicators to guide people with vision Act regulations and US Access Board guidelines. disabilities along the Clear Pedestrian Zone if the frontage zone is not delineated by 7.All new sidewalks and curb ramps must also comply with the VDOT Specifications a detectable edge. &Standards and City's Amendments. 4.The Frontage Zone should be wide enough to accommodate amenities along 8. The Clear Pedestrian Zone should be 5'minimum,6'preferred,and 7'or greater on building facades,but not at the expense of reducing the Clear Pedestrian Zone streets with high existing or expected pedestrian activity. beyond the recommended minimum widths. 9.The cross slope of the sidewalk shall be between 1 -2%. 5.The Frontage Zones should be wide enough to act a clear zone from open doors, trash receptacles and other obstructions. 10.A shy space of up to 2'on both sides of the Clear Pedestrian Zone that is clear of obstructions can help facilitate passing between pedestrians and more comfortable 3.1.2 Clear Pedestrian Zone use of the sidewalk. The Clear Pedestrian Zone is the portion of the sidewalk space used for active 11. Detectable warning surfaces are required where sidewalks intersect driveways to travel.It must be kept clear of any obstacles and at a minimum width of 5'to 8' commercial parking lots and other structures with frequent vehicle access such as to accommodate expected pedestrian volumes including people using mobility multifamily apartment buildings. assistance devices,pushing strollers,or pulling carts.The width of the Clear 12. Detectable warning surfaces must comply and be installed according to the Pedestrian Zone should accommodate pedestrians passing singly,in pairs,or in small City's Amendments,VDOT's Road and Bridge Standards and the US Access Board groups as anticipated by density and adjacent land use. PROWAG requirement that detectable warning surfaces at curb ramps should be truncated domes spaced two inches apart. 3.1.2.1 Design Guidelines 13.Where sidewalks intersect residential driveways and alleys,detectable warning 1.When reconstructing sidewalks and relocating utilities,above ground utility access surfaces shall not be implemented. points should be relocated outside of the Clear Pedestrian Zone to the extent 14.Above-grade and surface-mounted utilities should be placed to minimize possible.When this is not possible,utility caps/covers should be maintained fully disruption to pedestrian travel,and to maintain required widths for pedestrian flush with the sidewalk(seamless),and not create a tripping hazard. access routes.In almost all cases,utilities should be placed outside the Clear 2. For ease of maintenance and to communicate to pedestrians that this is space Pedestrian Zone. designated for their public use,pavement materials should be as uniform as possible. 3.1.3 Curbside Buffer Zone 3.Sidewalk materials will vary,but all materials should be chosen and applied to be The Curbside Buffer Zone is where many public amenities and utilities are located slip resistant in all weather conditions to comply with ADA guidelines. from street signs and light poles,to trees,benches,bike racks,newspaper racks,and �..The Clear Pedestrian Zone should,as much as possible,keep to the natural path landscaping.This width considers the need to set objects 1.5 feet away from the street of pedestrian travel parallel to the roadway.It should be located in a position that (to ensure they are not hit by vehicles)and the width of the objects themselves.See Figure 29. naturally aligns with crosswalks at intersections. 5. It may be necessary in some locations for the Clear Pedestrian Zone to curve to 3.1.3.1 Design Guidelines form a more direct route to an intersecting walkway,to preserve or create space for larger trees,or to provide a greater degree of separation between the sidewalk and 1. Green infrastructure elements such as native plant strips should be considered for the roadway. stormwater runoff from the sidewalk and the street,to provide additional buffer between motor vehicles and pedestrians,and to beautify the pedestrian travel area. 85 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX Al ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 11. �V , ---- 3.2 Street Trees and Landscaping Landscaping defines the character of a street by enhancing pedestrian comfort and iseparating pedestrians from motor vehicle traffic.Landscaping can also create a perceived narrowing of the street and has a traffic calming effect that is an important contributor to achieve safer motor vehicle speeds.This section discusses landscaping in the context of the pedestrian experience;however,many of these elements may also serve as valuable stormwater management infrastructure. \...\\..\\ \\ t emu ,I A Fi), ,.f \ ( 9 r i c -i 4 r'a?+1 - - � J r Figure 29:Benches,street lighting,and trash cans in the Curbside Buffer Zone(darker green) Figure 30:Continuous planting strips in the Curbside Buffer Zone Permeable pavement may be considered. For more information on vegetation,see Section 3.2 Street Trees and Landscaping. 2. Private retail/restaurant seating may be located in this zone. SuldinOle 3.Utilities,street trees,and other sidewalk furnishings should be set back from the T 1 ° curb face a minimum of 1.5 feet but should not obstruct the Clear Pedestrian Zone. , . O c :'' P• • ` ,,,. 4.Vertical objects in the Curbside Buffer Zone must be placed in locations that do not 6'kiln.• 6'typ, 25'O.C.(Varies) 12'Mkt. obstruct sight lines,avoid damage from vehicles on the street,and allow for access F i_ _f (—Li A�prox.60'(Yana) to and from parked cars and transit stops. Figure 31:Tree wells in the Curbside Buffer Zone 5.Clear sight lines must be maintained through the Curbside Buffer Zone in a minimum 25 foot by 25 foot triangular space at the intersection of two streets,or a iBMPstrip FrontYard,jt,gtt„ei 10 foot by 10 foot triangular space on both sides of a driveway or alley.No structure, i Iobject,or plant of any type may obstruct vision between an area where pedestriansit , r-- r--�— can walk and adjacent streets or driveways from a height of 24 inches to a height110 J...c y. of 11 feet above the top of the curb,including,but not limited to buildings,fences, walks,signs,trees,shrubs,parked cars,trucks,etc.Longer sight distances should be 'Iti4\' N • ` calculated using vehicle and bicyclist sight distance formulas from the Public Works ,arks 14'Icknealk I I , "1 t 'Wily iyp 25'O.C(Va►les) 4, 6, 4.5, Regular Tree Well Pole Design Standards and AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities. Figure 32•Continuous planting strips in the Frontage Zone 86 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX Al ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 3.2.1 Design Guidelines 3.3 Curb Ramps 1.Street trees improve walkability by providing necessary shade,filtering light,and The Americans with Disabilities Act(ADA)standards require all pedestrian crossings reducing the heat island. be accessible to people with disabilities by providing curb ramps at intersections and 2.Street tree enclosure can have positive effects in slowing traffic and increasing mid-block crossings as well as other locations where pedestrians can be expected to driver attentiveness and awareness of their surroundings. enter the street if vertical alignment changes.See Figure 33. 3.Planting in the public right-of-way typically occurs in the Curbside Buffer Zone and medians;however,this is not the only place that can accommodate planting. 3.3.1 Design Guidelines Wherever there is an opportunity for landscape features,street,or development 1.Curb ramps within the public right-of-way shall be designed according to United projects should also look for opportunities to incorporate plantings. States Access Board,Proposed Guidelines for Pedestrian Facilities in the Public 4.In dense urban areas or those with limited Clear Pedestrian Zone width,ADA- Right-of-way(PROWAG)R304,R406 and R407 and VDOT's Road and Bridge compliant tree grates may be necessary. Standards(CG-12). 5.Consider rectangular(rather than square)tree wells,as they maximize the width of 2.Separate curb ramps should be provided for each crosswalk at an intersection the Clear Pedestrian Zone. rather than a single ramp at a corner for both crosswalks.The separate curb ramps improve orientation for people with visual disabilities by directing them toward 6.Consider curb cuts with and drainage to leverage green stormwater infrastructure the correct crosswalk,and also enhance comfort for people pushing strollers, benefits from tree wells. many elderly pedestrians,and others.If possible,separate curb ramps should be 7.Tree wells provide a space for trees to be planted and for water to access their provided for each crosswalk at an intersection. However,in constrained locations, roots. 8.A 6 foot minimum pedestrian zone should be left adjacent to a tree well. b C. T'' � i itii�. r « 11 s • 9.A typical tree well width is 6 feet. ; 11y • `.� ' t'4�• • ' 10.Allow 15 feet of space between tree wells. t 1 • r 1 = • it Continuous planting strips provide a space for multiple plantings and more green :.- �.,��1 H ` ' space than tree wells. 12.On local streets,a 5 foot minimum Clear Pedestrian Zone should be left adjacent l'. ~ to a continuous planting strip. •' „i' " . `' 13.The typical planting strip width is 6 feet. '� ,-,. 14.Allow a minimum of 12 feet of space between utility poles and tree centers. •' 1/4 A. 401 %. "' (1' • .I -,-1 Figure 33:Example intersection with curb ramps at all approaches 87 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN APPENDIX AI ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES a single curb ramp may be provided and must comply with US Access Board 12. Detectable warning surface shall have a light-on-dark or dark-on-light contrast PROWAG and VDOT's Road and Bridge Standards(CG-12). with the adjacent walking surface. The detectable warning surface shall be"Brick 3.Whenever feasible,curb ramp locations should reflect a pedestrian's desired path Red", Federal Color No.31136 or No.11302 for applications on standard concrete curb ramps and"Light Gray",Federal Color No,26280 for applications on red brick of travel through an intersection.In general,this means providing two separate perpendicular curb ramps at a corner instead of a single ramp that opens diagonally Pavers or red brick concrete pavers or as approved by the City. The color shall at the intersection. be integral with the detectable warning device and shall not be a surface applied coating or paint. 4.Each curb ramp must include a landing/turning space for wheelchair maneuverability and a detectable warning surface to alert pedestrians with a visual 13.Under no circumstances should a curb ramp be installed allowing a pedestrian to disability that they are entering or exiting the roadway. enter a crossing without providing a curb ramp(or at grade sidewalk if no curb is present)on the opposite side of the crossing. 5.The minimum width of a curb ramp is either 4'or 5'as shown in the VDOT's Road and Bridge standards,CG-12.5'minimum is recommended by PROWAG. However, in areas of high pedestrian volumes and cross activities,wider curb ramps should be considered. On shared use paths and sidepaths,curb ramps shall be as wide as the path. 6.PROWAG allows for different maximum cross slopes depending on the traffic control in place at the crossing(2011, R302.6).3 Generally,the maximum cross-slope is:2%(1-2%with tight tolerances recommended). 7.Flares are required when the surface adjacent to the ramp's sides are walkable; however,they are unnecessary when this space is occupied by a landscaped buffer. Flares shall comply to US Access Board PROWAG and VDOT's Road and Bridge Standards(CG-12). 8.Curb ramps shall direct pedestrians into the crosswalk.The bottom of the ramp should lie within the area of the crosswalk. 9.Curb ramps may be perpendicular(VDOT CG-12A)or parallel(VDOT CG-12B)or a combination of both(VDOT CG-12C)to the pedestrian access route. The minimum running slope is 5%and the maximum running slope is 8.3%. 10.Detectable warning surfaces shall consist of truncated domes aligned in a square or radial grid pattern and shall comply with R305.Truncated domes shall be placed at the back of the curb and cover the full ramp width and a depth of 2 feet,unless otherwise specified by PROWAG(2011,R305.2).4 11.Truncated domes shall also be placed across the full width of any blended transitions(i.e.,crossings with a running slope less than 5 percent),raised crossings, and at pedestrian crossing islands. 3 https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/bicycle_pedestrian/publications/sidewalk2/pdf.cfm 4 https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/bicycle_pedestrian/publications/sidewalk2/pdf.cfm 88 • CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX Al ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 3.- Transit Stops curbside uses,posted speed limits,traffic volumes,transit frequency and typical bus dwell time all influence location decisions for transit stops. Any marked or signed location where transit vehicles stop and service passenger boarding and alighting occurs is a transit stop.All transit stops should be readily S.Transit stops may be located near-side,far-side,or mid-block.Near-side stops identifiable,comfortable,safe,and accessible.The design of the stop,including are immediately prior to intersections. Far-side stops are immediately after an length and location,should be determined in consultation with the Hampton Roads intersection.Mid-block stops are located between intersections. Transit Design Criteria Manual.Width should be adequate to ensure waiting transit 9.Transit stops should be proximate to crosswalks.Mid-block stops should provide patrons do not block or constrain pedestrian flow on the sidewalk.All stops are access to mid-block crosswalks,if present. required to be accessible,including providing landing pads and curb heights that 10.The landing zone at each transit vehicle door shall be a clear zone 5'long,(parallel allow for the loading and unloading of passengers in wheelchairs. to the curb)by 8'deep(beginning immediately adjacent to the curb).Newly Transit stops should be designed to accommodate passenger activity at all doors of constructed sidewalks should have a 10'by 8'landing zone to provide an accessible the transit vehicles.If landscape strips or street trees are provided in the bus zone, space for loading and unloading.If the sidewalk is not wide enough to support an 8' they should be located outside the pedestrian path between the stop and sidewalk. __ Street trees must be trimmed or located to reduce conflict with the approaching transit vehicle.See Figure 34. 5j- 3.4.1 Design Guidelines 1.Bus bulbs improve the passenger experience by adding additional pedestrian ^ :..;:,. ... space and enhance transit performance by reducing the need to merge with traffic; .n :r •:�,r however,they may only be utilized on streets where curb lanes are not used for +• 'i _ travel and generally where posted speeds are 35 MPH or less. -, /_ l_�` - i 2.Transit stops should be well lit and highly visible to improve the sense of safety and , comfort at all times of the day and night. ,-..' .,;._ §: `l, ` ^ -' 3.Consider seating at or near transit stops.Seating need not be a unique and ,i .I� dedicated element,but may include leaning rails,planters,ledges,or other street \I ? `' i elements. 1 y Ii l Illrii . x 1 I 4.Consider opportunities for shade in the vicinity of transit stops such as street s `` " ' •trees,awnings,or other elements to improve passenger comfort while waiting, especially in hot or inclement weather. '�'�2`�^ 6. 5.Whenever possible,provide bicycle racks at or near transit stops to accommodate intermodal transfers. Bicycle racks should not impede access to or from transit stops II6'. or pedestrian flow on the adjacent sidewalk or crosswalk but should generally be e Fs located within 25 feet from a transit stop or shelter if possible. 6.Transit stops shall comply with PROWAG accessibility guidelines(R308). '',;;' +e 7.Transit stops are typically located at the natural curb line or on a bus bulb or Figure 34:Bus stop clearance transit island.Dedicated transit facilities may use medians.Transit operations, 89 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX AI ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES landing zone,a curb extension(bus bulb)should be built where on-street parking is 16. Install signposts indicating the transit providers and routes servicing the stop at present to accommodate the minimum width.Bus bulbs should extend to 6"to 2'of the front of the transit stop 2'behind the curb.The signpost is generally used as the edge of travel lane.All transit stops should meet ADA Standards. the stop measure for transit operators indicating the stop point of the front of the 11.Landing zones shall be provided at all doors of the transit vehicle. For articulated vehicle.The rough location of bus doors may be measured from this point. buses,the distance between the front and rear landing zones is 18'.Different length 17.Where possible,trash and recycling receptacles should be placed near the front buses have different door configurations and landing zones should be designed in of the transit stop,at a minimum of 18"from landing zones,minimum 3'away from coordination with all transit providers. benches or shelters,and in the shade where possible.They should also be anchored 12.The landing zone should be clear of all obstructions including street trees,signal to the pavement to deter theft. or light poles,and signposts. 18.Consider wayfinding signing at transit stops and shelters. 13.When street trees are desired near or within bus stops,the transit provider must be consulted,and the following standards should be followed to avoid conflicts • •*. tg .* between transit vehicles and street trees: . •�u • a.Trees should be excluded from a 40 ft.zone which represents the length of the �,� ' ir. tel bus as it is serving the stop(60 ft.in the case of articulated buses). �' ,' it �4. .4 °• ' b.Trees within both the 10 ft.departure zone and the 20 ft.approach zone(on 1 ,. . , either side of the 40 ft.zone)should be selectivelylocated to minimize conflict ' �+ {� , ; f I (, ,- I I �•- J with vehicles and to allow direct line of sight for approaching buses. •.. ,�' y rw r ' -re. 9 PP 9 A.— 1 T 14.The length of the stop depends on vehicle type as well as the location of the stop, %'�t f 'n`' '• ' (i.e.,near-side,far-side or mid-block)and should be determined in consultation with ■■ WI ..... ' ' " �the transit provider.High frequency routes or stops serving multiple transit routes '" . ►' tYys 4- may require additional space;however,in general: / ,• �„,r f \ �'' a.Far-side stops should be at minimum 60'long,80'for routes with articulated 1 a....-- buses. - J. ,*� ''�, . ..r-ti:� b ,;r,• . t ,,. ► 'rt rsfs e '�, , b.Near-side stops should be at minimum 90'long, 100'for routes with articulated Ir...-, +•`,t i' d 's'.: „,,1,V, • it '' buses. .._.::, e... C.Mid-block stops should be at minimum 100'long, 120'for routes with articulated Figure 35.Bicycle parking at a bus stop on the Burke-Gilman Trail in Seattle,Washington. buses. 15.Transit stops should be setback a minimum of 5'from crosswalks.Where feasible, a 10'setback is preferred.Where stops are not at an intersection,pedestrian crossings should be accommodated behind the departing transit vehicle. 90 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX AI ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 3.5 Bike Parking The following minimum spacing requirements apply to Without bicycle parking,bicycle networks are of limited use.Bicycle some common installations of fixtures like inverted-Uor parking enables bicyclists to safely leave their bicycles and enjoy the post-and-ring racks that park one bicycle roughly centered on each side of the rack.Recommended clearances offerings of the street or to patronize businesses and destinations in are given first,with minimums in parentheses where the city.Bicycles take up substantially less space than automo-ibiles-in appropriate.In areas with tight clearances,consider wheeiwell-secure racks(page 6),which can be placed fact,10-12 bicycles can typically park in the area needed for a single car. .11.24W811811811814441WREtIcloser to wolls and constrain the bicycle footprint more Therefore,by providing bicycle parking,Virginia Beach can ensure access reliably than irrverted-U and post-and-ring racks. I I I. for many while using a relatively small area of the right-of-way.The most The footprint of a typical bicycle v6" ,, : isapproximately6'x2' — : common means of providing bicycle parking is with bicycle racks and Cargo bikes and bikes with trailers can extend tol0' a2 nnrq "y or longer. I I (?+'Mien bicycle corrals.Bike share stations are a unique form of bicycle parking - r utilized only by bicycles associated with that system.More information on bike parkingcan be found in the APBP Bicycle ParkingGuidelines,2nd I '�""'Y V I t• 1.• Edition(2010).See Figure 36.5 t'e!"I"a { i iT 4 ti41 48"GM"MIN) 24"MIN 446,4*malt c24"MIN) I 48•(36•wN) When Installing sidewalk racks,maintain '-120'RECOM►J NDED•—. the pedestrian through zone.Racks should be placed in line with existing sidewalk 1� obstructions to maintain a dear line of Sidewalk racks adjacent travel for all sidewalk users. to on-street auto parking should beplaced between parking stalls to avoid conflicts with r- - opening car doors. 96"RECOMMENDED CROSSWALK 1 J Mn •-60•—. �..— �72•-4 f 4-48•—r I 1 24' OW WHEN ADJACENT TO AUTO PARKING) ( l i Figure 36:Bicycle parking placement 5 APBP Essentials of Bicycle Parking,1st edition,page 10,www.apbp.org,used with permission from tha copy- right holder. 91 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX AI ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 4. Bicycle Facility Design 4.1 Sidepaths A sidepath is a two-way multi-use path,adjacent to and separated from the roadway, This section identifies bikeway design guidelines including recommended widths. serving both pedestrians and cyclists(i.e.,a trail that runs alongside a road).Sidepaths Refer to the following resources for additional design guidance on bikeways as well as are typically 11'wide but may need to be wider depending on the number of users, intersection treatments: the types of users,and the differences in their speeds.In constrained circumstances, AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities a sidepath may be as narrow as 8'minimum,but this is not recommended for the full length of a corridor.By widening the path to provide space to accommodate passing NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide movements,conflicts can be reduced.See Figure 39. NACTO Don't Give up at the Intersection 4.1.1 Sidepath Intersection Design Continuous facilities shall be provided through intersections to maintain safety To reduce bicyclist and pedestrian conflict with motor vehicles at intersections with and comfort where most conflicts occur.At a minimum,designers should provide roadways and driveways,the following strategies should be considered: bicycle crossings(see Conflict Area Markings)and should consider supplemental intersection treatments such as bike boxes,two-stage turn queue boxes,and Establish priority-right-of-way for sidepath users should be established with yield protected intersections.Additional geometric and signal strategies at intersections or stop signs for drivers at reasonable intersections like driveways and unsignalized should be considered to reduce motor vehicle speeds and reduce bicyclist exposure intersections at intersections(see Intersection Design). Signal Phasing-an exclusive sidepath signal phase,similar to the Leading Shared lane markings should only be implemented along with traffic calming Pedestrian Interval,discussed later in the guide,could increase visibility of and treatments on local streets(i.e.bike boulevard,see Bike Boulevards).Along physically prioritize sidepath use movement. constrained arterial or collector streets where dedicated bikeways are not feasible, Signs and Markings-signs and markings can increase motorist awareness of the designers should consider lane or road diets or other traffic calming treatments to presence of bicyclists and pedestrians. reduce operating speeds and encourage speed differentials s 10 mph between people driving and biking(see Traffic Calming). Crossing geometry-modifying roadway geometry can increase sidepath use visibility.Increasing the offset distance between the sidepath crossing and the primary roadway modifies the timing and positioning of the turning vehicle such that the turning vehicle will see the crossing pedestrian or bicyclist.Reducing the turning radius from the primary roadway may also cause the motorist to slow down. `� ►' For more information on sidepath intersection design,see Section V.Intersections. a J . '; 4,P„. 1. : T'Nf' fY • h! w.tarwb-'r�. " �„ Figure 37:Sidepath on Pnncess Anne Road in Virginia Beach 92 ( CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX Al ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 4.1.2 Design Guidelines 4.2.1 Design Speed 1. Sidepaths are most appropriate ! ,-/'---� An important design consideration that affects the comfort level of the users is the where driveways and . - I design speed used to determined geometric features of the trail.Since design speed intersections are limited. In is context sensitive and based on the user profile of the trail,there is not a single areas with high concentrations recommended design speed for all shared use paths.The table below provides of driveways and intersections, examples of different path and user characteristics and their corresponding typical on-street accommodations design speed. (including bike lanes,buffered bike lanes,and separated bike Bicyclist and Bicyclist and lanes)are preferred because Path Pedestrian Grade Pedestrian Typical Surface Volume Separation Design Speed they are proven to be safer. p 2.Sidepaths typically have a lower Usable Width Buffer Unpaved Any Any Any 12;mph design speed for bicyclists ~~ Paved High Flat or None or minimal 15 mph Rec. 11' than on-street facilities and >_3' moderate may not provide appropriate Min. 8' 2' Paved "Lower Any 'Any 18.30 mph Max. N/A' 16.5' Anticipated accommodation for more is confident bicyclists who desire 'wider for high-volume facilities bicyclist y **8'minimum in constrained circumstances(see AASHTO Paved Any Steep Robust or bicyclist- downhill to travel at greater speeds. Bike Guide for requirements). only path speed,up to 3.A path may benefit from the Figure 39:Sidepath typical cross-section 30 mph separation of users by user Table 15:Design speed exarnples speed,type,or direction.When separating users,consider the path width and paving material preferred by each user. 4.2.2 Facility Width 4.Proximity to vertical obstructions and objects along the route can affect the Shared use paths are typically 11 to 14 feet wide,but the appropriate paved width of operation of a sidepath.To maintain comfort and safety of users,a shy distance (clear zone)of between 6"(minimum)and 24"(preferred)should be provided trails is dependent on the context,volume,mix of users,and the design speed.The between the edge of the sidepath and adjacent benches,sign posts,or other minimum paved width of two-directional trail is 10 feet,but paths wider than 10 feet should be considered to provide an acceptable level of service on trails frequently objects. used by both pedestrians and bicyclists.Eleven feet is the minimum width required to allow a bicyclist to pass another path user going the same direction at the same time a 4.2 Shared Use Paths path user is approaching from the opposite direction. Shared Use Paths,also known as trails,are paths fully separated and independent Eight-foot wide trails can be used for short distances in constrained situations to from the roadway and are shared by bicyclists,pedestrians,and other non-motorized accommodate a physical barrier such asa bridge abutment or pier,utility structure,or users.Shared use paths provide off-road transportation routes and can supplement property fence.Warning signs that indicate the trail narrows should be considered at a network of other bike facilities described in this guide.Shared use paths should be these locations.Appropriate channelization tapers should also be included to effect designed for use by people of all ages and abilities and should be designed to meet any changes in trail width ahead of fixed objects.On a two directional path,when all applicable pedestrian accessibility requirements. narrower path widths occur at discrete locations,consider including a marked center line to help define each direction of travel. 93 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX AI ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES • 116110001ZItt:t k- — T CSb., ,1, 1! I ^ 1 AL Ta l l , I--w . . , ,,,,„ , .,,.,.:,,,:' . :„rt ! . .,., . •ir •:4.- i, .r '.. •i ' Orill • 2' 2. . - , /1 I— min .t el..*; Y r' 1. 6' width varies 6' - shoulder -- shoulder — Figure 40:Well-defined separation between pedestrians and bicyclists on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk PallCare should be taken to ensure that any detectable separation is not a tripping Figure 41:Trail width requirements hazard. For people who are fully blind a combination of clear visual contrast and 4.2.3 Separation of Bicycles and Pedestrians directional indicators would have to be employed to be effective if continuous vertical separation is not present. Pedestrians and bicyclists may be separated to increase comfort.This is recommended for trails with a high volume of more than 300 total users in the peak 4.2.4 Trail Design Guidance hour and 30%mix of pedestrians.This solution should only be used when a minimum width of 15 feet is provided,with at least 10 feet for two-way bicycle traffic,and at 4.2.4.1 Surface Types least five feet for pedestrians.Where this type of separation is used on a path with a 1.Surfaces should be stable,firm and slip resistant to be accessible to and usable by view,such as beside a lake or river,the pedestrian lane should always be placed on people with disabilities. the side with the view. Where a trail has separated pedestrian and bicycle traffic,it can be beneficial to pedestrians who have vision disabilities to include measures that 2.All-weather concrete or asphalt pavement is preferred over surfaces of crushed help them differentiate between the pedestrian walkway and the lanes designated for aggregate,sand,clay,or stabilized earth. bicycling.Some examples of ways to differentiate between the pedestrian and bike 3.On trails,loads should be substantially less than on roadways. However,to prevent portions of the trail include the following: pavement damage,which can contribute to bicycle crashes,trails should be a.Landscape buffer designed to sustain wheel loads of occasional emergency,patrol, maintenance,and other motor vehicles that are expected to use or cross the path. b.Clear visual contrast so that pedestrians with low vision can distinguish between the two areas(e.g.,concrete versus asphalt,or through use of pavement 4.2.4.2 Cross Slope and Drainage markings) 1.A cross slope between 1 and 2 percent is recommended for trail drainage to be c. Directional indicator(a raised guidance surface) accessible to all users. f CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX AI ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 2.Cross slope in the direction of the existing terrain will typically provide sheet flow S.Approaching obstructions within the center of the trail,such as bollards(localized of surface runoff and avoid the need for channelizing flow in ditches,cross culverts, stripe) and closed pipe systems. 4.2.4.5 Edgeline Markings 3.Where a trail is constructed on a side-slope that has considerable runoff,a ditch should be placed on the uphill side to intercept the slope's drainage. 1.Where night-time use is permitted or routinely occurs 4.Ditches adjacent to the trail should be designed with bicycle safety in mind.Where 2.At approaches to intersections to alert path users of changing conditions needed,catch basins and manholes should be located outside of the trail and clear 3.To separate pedestrians from bicyclists zones. 4.When the path width changes rapidly 4.2.4.3 Pavement Marking 5.At approaches to marked constraints on the outside edge of the trail,entrances to a, r tunnels,or when passing bridge abutments , .,,r . Y "!, y. x , 6.To establish a shy distance from an obstruction that may otherwise not be �„ .. ' ' a V'^*' -,.s. ' t• -y �' noticeable,such as a short stretch of curbing or the foot of an adjacent retaining yy014h .C� '.a walK W ',;,.^ + +M'' wall • ��[�p, ' l,. .-., `,1,— �. l .~ 4.2.4.6 Advance pavement markings '"j t "'° 1.Advance pavement markings should be used where the crossing is unexpected or ^w'. ". ;a""n ,,a '3q I', * t 4' : i;„ t ,.` .= where there is a history of crashes,conflicts,or complaints ' 2.If a supplemental word marking,such as HWY XING is used,leading edge should y� . ,.,w, ,,,` '• M " , be located at or near point where users pass the intersection warning sign r. t:` - 4K 'l • ' 3.Additional markings may be placed closer to crossing;across the entire width of keilot ri. ! k. the path;and to supplement,but not replace,appropriate signs .` P'' ,,t ' ., 4.2.4.7 Obstruction Markings t 1.Obstructions should not be located within the clear width of a trail because they 1 present a crash hazard to bicyclists and other trail users.Where an obstruction 1? on the traveled portion cannot be avoided(for example,in situations where t. bollards are used or where a trail splits around a natural feature),channelizing lines Figure 42:Centerline and edgefine marking of appropriate color(yellow for center line,otherwise white)should be used to guide bicyclists around it with sufficient advance warning of the presence of the 4.2.4.4 Centerline obstruction. 1. For trails with high user volumes(continuous stripe) 4.2.4.8 Signage 2.On curves with restricted sight distance,or design speeds less than 14 mph (localized stripe) 1. Roadway users may be warned of a trail crossing by using a combined bicycle- pedestrian warning sign,or a bicycle warning sign.See Figure 43. 3.On unlit trails where night-time riding is permitted(continuous stripe) 2.Placement should be at the distance recommended for the approach speed in 4.Approaching intersections(localized stripe) Table 2C-4 of the MUTCD. i CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX AI ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 3.This sign assembly should not be installed .. at the crossing if the roadway traffic is yield-, stop-,or signal-controlled. 90o preferred 60° minimum . 4.The trail name plaque may be mounted on / \ ��/ the sign assembly to notify approaching /3 `• roadway users. C7CJ 7. 5.YIELD and STOP signs are used to assign priority at controlled but unsignalized trail— -' AHEAD. -_ roadway intersections. • I 4.2.4.9 Wayfinding i i' Ik 1.Wayfinding helps direct users to important Figure 43:Bicycle-pedestrian warning destinations. sign at trail crossing d 1 ki 2. Road and path name signs should be placed at crossings. 4.2.4.10 Intersections and Transitions 1. Unauthorized use of trails by motor vehicles occurs occasionally.A three-step approach is recommended to address this concern. Figure 45:Shared use path alignment 2.The Three-Step Approach to Prevent Unauthorized Motor Vehicle Entry: a. Post NO MOTOR VEHICLE(R5-3 MUTCD SIGNS) 3. Reducing speeds on path approaches to intersections: b. Use center island at trail entrance a.Chicanes,or horizontal curves,can reduce speeds on intersection approaches. c.Assess whether signing and trail entry design prevents or reduces unauthorized b.A solid centerline stripe is recommended. traffic. c. Shared use path design speeds at intersection approaches should be greater Bollards may be used to restrict than 8 mph. motor vehicles;however,it .,r..=., ,e, .# • d.Use of Z-gates to force cyclists to dismount is not recommended because it is not recommended since fr , y ...K E poses a crash hazard and can force queueing into intersections to navigate the they present an obstacle and sie- obstructed area. may be struck by bicyclists 4.Widening at intersections and other path users and can r. cause serious injury.If no other a.Trails can be wider at intersections to reduce queueing and increase crossing option exists,flexible bollards capacity. (flexposts)may be used.Metal "` b.Widened trails can help reduce conflicts at trail entrances. or wooden bollards are not c.Crosswalks should match trail width. recommended. Figure 44:Railings prevent unauthorized motor vehicle entry 5.Trails may transition to other bicycle facilities(on-or off-road)to accommodate CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX Al ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES bicyclists or transition to sidewalks to accommodate pedestrians and other path 4.2.4.12 Trail Access users.It is important to design a comfortable merging or diverging environment. Trails shall be designed to be accessed at multiple points.Long stretches of trail with a.Appropriate signing is needed to warn and direct bicyclists,pedestrians,and no access points can feel isolated to users.More access points and intersections motorists at such transition areas. also increase a sense of security because they create moments of visibility and b.Transitions should be designed to ensure visibility and predictability for all users. permeability between the trail and surrounding uses.They also provide opportunities for people to exit the trail if they suddenly feel unsafe.Access points should be no c.Signalized or stop-controlled intersections should be considered. more than 1/4 mile to a 1 mile apart,and placement of access points should take into d.Transitions should not be abrupt,which can be hazardous or confusing. consideration the nearby on-street transportation network,transit stops,bike share b.Provide trail users with clear guidance to ensure they are going in the correct stations,and points of interest.Access points should provide adequate signage and direction of travel when they exit the trail and enter the roadway. wayfinding,though they do not all need to be designed as trailheads.Primary design considerations are equitability,accessibility,and safety. 7.Crossing realignment(See Figure 45). a.It is preferable for crossings to be as close to 90 degrees as possible to minimize Safety is also important in terms of personal security.Crime Prevention Through the crossing distance and maximize sight lines. Environmental Design(CPTED)is an approach to use design to reduce crime and increase perceptions of personal safety from criminal intent.'CPTED operates on b.A minimum 60-degree crossing may be acceptable to minimize right-of-way the idea that design of a space can influence user decision. Principles of CPTED needs. include access control and maintenance.For all trails,frequent access points are key 4.2.4.11 Recommended Amenities for emergency and public safety vehicles.For landscaped trails,best practices can include proper lighting and control of vegetation or the planting of slow-growing 1.Trail amenities are essential for improving user experience and enhancing trail vegetation.Sense of security can also increase the attractiveness of a trail. safety.The following list of amenities are recommended on trails: a.Trailheads Trails are a source of community identity and pride.These effects are magnified when communities use trails to highlight and provide access to historic and cultural b. Bicycle Parking resources.Many trails themselves preserve historically significant transportation c.Signage and Wayfinding corridors.Incorporating a unified vision and character into a trail's design can help d. Pedestrian-Scale Lighting transform trails from basic transportation corridors into cherished community gathering places. e.911 emergency markers. t.Bike Repair Stations g.Art Installations h.Shared Mobility Stations(bicycles,e-scooters,etc.) i. Drinking Fountains j. Landscaping k. Restrooms i.Shade m. Site Furnishings,such as benches,trash receptacles,and pet waste stations. CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN 1 APPENDIX A(ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 4.3 Separated Bike Lanes 2.See the 2020 Active Transportation Plan for a list of roadways where separated bike lanes are the designated facility type.See the FHWA Bikeway Selection Guide for Separated bike lanes(also known as protected bicycle lanes or cycle tracks)combine additional guidance on facility selection for streets where bikeway types are not the user experience of a sidepath with the on-street infrastructure of a conventional designated in the 2020 Active Transportation Plan. bicycle lane.Separated bike lanes are separated from pedestrian pathways by a vertical object,a change in elevation,or a visual delineation.Separated bike lanes may 3.A minimum clear zone of 1 foot should be provided between vertical objects in the be either one-way or two-way and are physically separated from motor vehicle traffic sidewalk or street buffer and the bicycle lane. and distinct from the sidewalk(although they may be at sidewalk level).Separated 4. Intersections with separated bike lanes should be designed to ensure slow-speed bike lanes provide separation from motor vehicles both a)horizontally,by providing turning movements for motor vehicles(10 mph or less)to improve yielding. an exclusive bicycling lane,and b)vertically,by including physical objects and/or a 5.Protected intersections clearly define pedestrian and bicyclist operating spaces change in elevation from the street surface. within the intersection and minimize potential conflicts between users.(see Separated Bicycle Lanes at Intersections,Protected Intersections). 4.3.1 Design Guidelines 6. Separated bike lanes can provide different levels of separation: 1.Physically separated bicycle facilities should generally be installed on any road with a.Separated bike lanes with flexible delineator posts("flexposts")alone offer the streetlights and with one or more of the following characteristics: least separation from traffic and are only appropriate as an interim solution, a.Total traffic lanes:3 lanes or greater depending on the land use context.Flexible delineator posts can be visually b.Posted speed limit:30 mph or higher obtrusive in single-family neighborhoods.Examples of acceptable barriers are c.Average Daily Traffic:6,000 vehicles or greater include,but are not limited to planters,flexible delineators,concrete barriers, bollards,and parking stops.However,flexible delineators and parking stops d. Parking turnover:frequent should only be used as an interim solution. e.Streets that are designated as truck or bus routes Planters b e�� \e Delinedtors co rctete Barr/ell , , —es• v i�`:sc i9 —�• I �� r .......' , Pam I* III . '"'7M Rt. :,t s '• �" p arking Stoas .�, $ollards il1:ittesi,v"r, 4=1r FL!, 't� 4 . """ 7k “- 114 l-li t .1 ,, . *,.. +,4 .... iii..:a-,- ,•:. , ,4 -,,,,,r,,;Ty 04i`. Figure 46: Two-way separated bike lane on an arterial street Figure 47: Separated bike lane buffer options `s CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN APPENDIX AI ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES b.Separated bike lanes that are raised with a wider buffer from traffic provide the greatest level of separation from traffic,but often require road reconstruction. 7.On two-way streets,one-way separated bike lanes on each side of the street are typically preferred over a two-way separated bike lane or side path on one side of the street.This configuration provides intuitive and direct connections with the surrounding transportation network,including simpler transitions to existing bike I 1 lanes and shared travel lanes.It is also the most consistent with driver expectation since bicyclist operation is in the same direction as motor vehicle operation. I j f i 1 8.It may be beneficial to locate the separated bike lane on one side of the street I I' to better connect to the bicycle network or provide access to destinations such as businesses,schools,transit centers,employment centers,parks,and neighborhoods. ,� 9.Separated bike lanes can be integrated with a variety of transit stop designs Usable because they are compatible with mid-block,near-side and far-side transit stop Width m locations.Where feasible,separated bike lanes should be routed between the '4----1;- transit stop and the curb to eliminate conflicts between buses and bicyclists. Rec. 6.5' >_3' Min. 5' 3' 10.See Section VI.Bridge Design for considerations of separated bike lanes on Max. 8' 16.5' bridges. i Usable Width 5 m 44. Rec. 10' >_3' Min. 8' 2' Max. 11' 16.5' Figure 48: One-way and two-way separated bike lane design CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX AI ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 4.4 Sidewalk-Level Bike Lanes 4.5 Buffered Bike Lanes Sidewalk-level bike lanes are physically separated from traffic with a vertical curb A buffered bike lane is an on-street bikeway separated from an adjacent travel lane and located at the same level as the sidewalk.They can be designed for one-way or or on-street parking lane by a striped buffer area.This buffer may be placed on either two-way operation.A clear delineation between the bike lane and sidewalk shall be side of the bike lane but is preferred against high turnover parking,where present,to provided.A sidewalk buffer zone with trees or other streetscape elements adjacent reduce dooring risks to bicyclists. Buffered bike lanes are recommended on streets to the bike lane is recommended to prevent encroachment(see Pedestrian Facility with low curbside activity or congestion.A separated bike lane is recommended Design-Curb Buffer Zone).In constrained corridors,a physical or visual barrier where a combined usable width and buffer width is 7'to prevent vehicular between the bike lane and sidewalk is recommended where an amenity zone is encroachment. infeasible.In the case of a visual barrier,directional indicators are recommended to assist people with visual disabilities in navigation and avoiding entering the bike lane, lt detectable warning directional Indicator — _ ..� /yam offset from lane of lane I pedestrian crossing sidewalk level .1, is, separated bike lane --f — ' t,min 2, .11..s ► -. .■... ..•'�- .. Figure 50: Sidewalk-level bike lane design . .1....._..._ Usable Width& Buffer <7' Figure 51: Buffered bike lane design CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN APPENDIX Al ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 4.6 Conventional Bike Lanes 4.7 Contraflow Bike Lanes A conventional bike lane is an on-street bikeway delineated from an adjacent travel Contraflow bicycle lanes enable bicyclists to operate in two directions on one-way lane or on-street parking lane with pavement markings.Conventional bike lanes are streets.Contra-flow lanes reduce distances bicyclists must travel and can make recommended on streets with low curbside activity or congestion pressure.The bicycling safer by creating facilities that help other roadway users understand where desirable bike lane width adjacent to a curbface is 6 feet.The desirable ridable surface to expect bicyclists.Contraflow bike lanes are recommended where one-way streets adjacent to a street edge or longitudinal joint(e.g.gutter pan)is 4 feet.Bike lanes>6' and irregular street grids make bicycling to specific destinations within short distances may be interpreted as on-street parking lanes by motor vehicles;designers should difficult. consider separated bike lanes where available width is z 7'.A 4'foot minimum bike lane may be used in constrained circumstances,but 5'or 6'bike lanes are preferred for bicyclist safety and comfort. �.� • J. i Fi lY 41.I . mice Figure 53: Contra flow bike lane width Usable Width Rec.5'-6' Figure 52: Conventional bike lane width CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX Al ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 4.8 Bike Boulevard 4.9 Traffic Calming Measures Bike boulevards are low-volume,low-speed streets—typically local streets—that Traffic calming measures should be incorporated at every opportunity for the have been designed to prioritize bicycle travel with signs,pavement markings,traffic enhanced safety of active transportation users.Vertical deflection is designed to be calming measures,and,at major crossings,enhanced crossing treatments(see Traffic traversed at operating speeds between 20-25 mph. Calming Measures). 4.9.1 Design Guidelines 1.A full reveal height(typically 6") 2.A flat profile for all approach ramps(Le.,linear slope);other profiles are difficult to construct,which may result in improper installation that causes wear and tear f h 3.6'approach ramp lengths except for raised driveway crossings where narrower �J ramps are encouraged J-t_;^'l 4.Design speed should target posted speed.Designing higher than the posted speed encourages faster driving and should be avoided. 5.Maintain a sense of enclosure through the use of street furnishings,trees,and _ " walking and biking facilities provides a traffic calming effect. 6. Evaluate potential drainage impacts of any vertical traffic calming technique that i spans the full curb-to-curb width of the street. Vertical Deflection I I I. Figure 54: Typical bike boulevard y- --- i.. _ -- _`__ .-— _._ - 1 i ..u.I I i 1 . - t . I �.- I Raised Intersection Raised Crosswalks Speed Table Horizontal Measures ( I I ._ —, 1 ^;J i. ( i 1 i I I 1 , 1L _ 1i Neighborhood Traffic Circle Roadway Narrowing Chicanes Figure 55: Traffic calming measures \ CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX AI ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 5. Intersections o 0 5.1 Conflict Area Markings oUSW Conflict area markings are intersection pavement markings designed to improve • — . . t- -•'. visibility,alert all roadway users of expected behaviors,and to reduce conflicts with ® ' "" turning vehicles.See Figure 56. 0. 5.1.1 Design Guidelines ; �T • 1.The appropriate treatment for conflict areas can depend on the desired emphasis MN and visibility.Dotted lane lines may be sufficient for guiding bicyclists through MIN intersections;however,consider providing enhanced markings with green pavement 41- and/or symbols at complex intersections or at intersections with safety concerns. €'T OMat 2.Symbol placement within intersections should consider vehicle wheel paths and minimize maintenance needs associated with wheel wear. to 3. Driveways with higher volumes may require additional pavement markings and ' } signage. 4.Consideration should be given to using intersection conflict markings as spot 0 0 treatments or standard intersection treatments.A corridor treatment can maintain one-way one-way consistency;however,spot treatments can be used to highlight conflict locations. bicycle crossing bicycle crossing s should be as wide as the bicycle lanes on either with t'min offset from with no offset from 5.The width of conflict area markings Y crosswalk crosswalk side of the intersection. 5. Dotted white lane lanes should conform to the latest edition of the MUTCD. 0 1'min offset These markings can be used through different types of intersections based on 0 no offset i engineering judgment. .i I 0 6"while dashed line 7.A variety of pavement marking symbols can enhance intersection treatments to s o crosswalk _S guide bicyclists and warn of potential conflicts. 0 optional green dashed or solid _24, 24" 8.Green pavement may be used along the length of a corridor or in select conflict 0 optional bicycle symbol N'.r: r' .. '1 locations. 0 1 match width of bike lane two-way bicycle crossing Figure 56: Bicycle crossing markings t ( CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX Al ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 5..2 Intersection Geometry -y--------- ,,,_ The design of intersections should consider how bicyclists and other users navigate .d'"' • both the approach,departure,and the crossing of the intersection.Where bicycle 7 =S.. l facilities cross roadways within intersections,the smallest feasible curb radius should . r \ -. be selected for corner designs based upon the design vehicle's effective turning / �! i_- - i" radius to slow navigating the turn. ."' / /4 / ,-' 5.2.1 Design Guidelines , "1„, � P1.Intersection design should strive for an actual curb radius that is between 10 to 25 �'f ��ifeet.The default curb radius for two intersecting residential streets should be 10 .' w. r to 15 feet.For all other street classifications,including streets that intersect with Radlus •9 residential streets,corner design should strive for an actual curb radius that is no && t °b;G more than 15 feet. ..7--' .•. ,2.On low volume(less than 4,000 vehicles per day),two-lane streets,corner design should assume that a large vehicle will use the entire width of the departing and t j - 2 receiving travel lanes,including the oncoming traffic lane. 3.The geometric design features should complement traffic control devices to ,` r promote compliance as well as improve safety and comfort where users are '',.. expected to yield right of way. \ / 4.Where elimination of conflicts is not possible or practical,intersection designs should limit the amount of time and space bicyclists are exposed to moving or . , crossing traffic in locations where: Figure 57: Effective and actual corner radius a. Bicyclists cross multiple vehicular travel lanes. 6.If conflict points cannot be eliminated,intersection design should minimize the b. Bicyclists operate between moving vehicular travel lanes. speed differential between users at the points where travel movements intersect. c.Bicyclists wait in areas exposed to moving motor vehicle traffic(e.g.,waiting to Consider applying conflict area markings. turn left in a shared lane). 7.Incorporate crossing islands to effectively reduce crashes at uncontrolled locations d.Motorists merge with,or turn across the path of,bicyclists. on busy multi-lane roadways where gaps are difficult to find,particularly for slower e. Bicyclists cross pedestrian or other bicycle facilities. pedestrians,such as pedestrians with disabilities,older pedestrians and children. 5. Protected intersections shall provide clear right of way assignment,promote 8.NO TURN ON RED(R10-11)restrictions should be used to prevent vehicles from predictability of movement,and allow eye contact between motorists,bicyclists, entering the bike lane queuing area. and pedestrians. 104 \, CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX AI ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 5.3 Signal Design 5.3.4 Right Turn on Red Restrictions Best practices in signalized intersection treatments for pedestrians include the Motorists making a right turn on red are typically focused on looking for traffic on their following: left and,as a consequence,may be unaware of pedestrians crossing on their right side.A traffic study may be needed to determine the appropriate use of a right turn 5.3.1 Leading Pedestrian Interval on red treatment.This method is accomplished by adding a "NO TURN ON RED" sign or using more effective measures like adding a red ball in the center of the sign or The leading pedestrian interval is used to allow pedestrians to enter the intersection providing a red turn arrow in addition to the sign. prior to vehicular traffic.Between three to seven seconds of additional walk time is added to the start of the pedestrian phase,while the vehicular traffic remains in the 5.3.5 Bicycle Signals red phase.With this additional time,pedestrians are able to travel far enough to establish their position in the crosswalk before turning traffic is released. Bicycle movements may be controlled by the same I indications that control motor vehicle movements, �"'� by pedestrian signals,or by bicycle-specific traffic i - _ `e'i ? signals.The introduction of separated bicycle [1(4111:41e .,---)., .,., . , ._..: �y lanes creates situations that may require leading 113: k iI �r J ,. or protected phases for bicycle traffic,or place lib • ' � °' ' bicyclists outside the cone of vision of existing lima �rt� a • rm signal equipment.In these situations,signals for i , �^� ` 4r' bicycle traffic will be required.Based on traffic I Cp.t! , • - ' conditions,consider the value of applying a "hot I wok Opel r/ _ t ,� Figure 59: Example bicycle signals �7!"AQ.; • t $ ' le";.d 0 call"for activating signals. �++� Figure 58: Leading Pedestrian Interval phases 5.3.5.1 Design Guidelines 1.Along a corridor,it is recommended that traffic signal indications for bicyclists are 5.3.2 Countdown Timers consistent and as uniform as possible. Include pedestrian countdown timers at all signalized intersections,per the Virginia 2.An intersection's signal cycle length can have a tremendous impact on bicyclists Beach Public Works Design Standards for pedestrian facilities. travel. 3.Signal cycle lengths of 60 to 100 seconds are common in urban areas. 5.3.3 Accessible Pedestrian Signals Accessible pedestrian signals(APS)and accessible detectors are devices that y In suburban areas where vehicle traffic is consolidated on a small number of arterials,signal cycle lengths are typically longer-between 100 and 120 seconds. communicate information in non-visual formats about the pedestrian phase to pedestrians with visual and/or hearing disabilities.APS and detectors may include 5.The decision to provide a protected bicycle phase should be based on a need to features such as audible tones,speech messages,detectable arrow indications and/or eliminate conflicts and improve safety at an intersection.The volume thresholds are vibrating surfaces. lower if a vehicle is crossing a two-way separated bike lane or sidepath compared to a one-way separated bike lane. 6. Bicycle-specific signals may be appropriate to provide additional guidance or separate phasing for bicyclists per the AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities. 105 1l CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN APPENDIX Al ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 7.Consider installing advanced bicycle detection on the intersection approach to 5.3.6 Mid-block Crossing Treatments extend the phase,or to prompt the phase and allow for continuous bicycle through movements. Mid-block crossings are those located outside of the functional area of any adjacent roadway intersection.Midblock crossings are used in locations with significant 8.Video detection,microwave,and infrared detection can be an alternative to loop pedestrian or bicycle movement or long distances between intersections.Bulb-outs detectors. and median islands should be installed to protect pedestrians waiting to cross the 9.Another strategy in signal timing is coordinating signals to provide a "green wave," street.Crossing islands allow pedestrians to navigate only one direction of traffic at a such that bicycles will receive a green indication and not be required to stop. time by enabling them to stop partway across the street and wait for an adequate gap in traffic before crossing the second half of the street.Crossing islands are effective 10.A"green wave"allows bicyclists to clear an intersection in as little as 10 seconds, at reducing crashes at uncontrolled locations on busy multi-lane roadways where as opposed to 20 seconds of delay to motorists if bicyclists were to come to a full stop. gaps are difficult to find,particularly for slower pedestrians,such as pedestrians with disabilities,older pedestrians and children. 11.A stationary,or"standing,"cyclist entering the intersection at the beginning of the green indication can typically be accommodated by increasing the minimum green time on an approach per the AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities. T 12.A moving,or"rolling," bicyclist approaching the intersection towards the end ' � of the phase can typically be accommodated by increasing the red time(change and clearance intervals)per the AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle �' I 1 4 Facilities. 13.Set loop detectors to the highest sensitivity level possible without detecting Figure 60; A mid-block crossing example with raised refuge island vehicles in adjacent lanes and field check.Type D and type Q loops are preferred for detecting bicyclists. 14. Install bicycle detector pavement markings and signs per the MUTCD,AASHTO 5.3.5.1 Design Guidelines Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities,and the NACTO Urban Bikeway 1.Crossing islands should be a minimum of 6-feet wide to meet ADA standards and Design Guide. accommodate the typical width of a bicycle. 2.Crossing islands should be aligned directly with marked crosswalks and provide an accessible route of travel. 3.Where mid-block or intersection crosswalks are installed at uncontrolled locations (i.e.,where no traffic signals or stop signs exist),crossing islands should be considered as a supplement to the crosswalk,and should be designed with a slight stagger forcing pedestrians to face oncoming traffic before progressing through second phase of the crossing. 4. Islands are appropriate at signalized crossings and may improve safety for vehicles by dividing traffic streams. 5. 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O N .y q_q» C N1 j uhtIu O I N r C dV U a m 1)c a u o a N CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX AI ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 5.3.8 Bicycle Boxes 5.3.8.1 Design Guidelines A bicycle box provides dedicated space between the crosswalk and vehicle stop line 1.Bicycle boxes are painted green,are a minimum of 10 feet in depth,and are the where bicyclists can wait during the red light at signalized intersections.The bicycle width of the entire travel lane(s). box allows a bicyclist to take a position in front of motor vehicles at the intersection 2. Bicycle box design should be supplemented with appropriate signage according to which improves visibility and motorist awareness and allows bicyclists to"take the the latest version of the MUTCD. lane" if desired.Bicycle boxes provide queuing space for multiple bicyclists at intersections and allow for safer turning.In locations with high volumes of turning 3. Bicycle box design should include appropriate signalization adjustment in movements by bicyclists,a bicycle box should be used to allow bicyclists to shift determining the minimum green time. towards the desired side of the travel way.Depending on the position of the bicycle 4.Where right-turn lanes for motor vehicles exist,bicycle lanes should be designed lane,bicyclists can shift sides of the street to align themselves with vehicles making to the left of the turn lane.If right turns on red are permitted,consider ending the the same movement through the intersection.In locations where motor vehicles bicycle box at the edge of the bicycle lane to allow motor vehicles to make this can continue straight or cross through a right-side bicycle lane while turning right, turning movement. the bicycle box allows bicyclists to move to the front of the traffic queue and make their movement first,minimizing conflicts with the turning.When a bicycle box is 5•3.9 Mixing Zones implemented in front of a vehicle lane that previously allowed right turn on red, A mixing zone requires turning motorists to merge across a separated bicycle lane at a the right turn on red movement must be restricted using signage and enforcement defined location in advance of an intersection.Unlike a standard bicycle lane,where following. a motorist can merge across at any point,a mixing zone design limits bicyclists' exposure to motor vehicles by defining a limited merge area for the turning motorist. Mixing zones are compatible only with one-way separated bicycle lanes. .4'.011,, - 5.3.9.1 Design Guidelines • • 1.Protected intersections that incorporate separated bike lanes are preferable to 1' ;. • * Fx 4 mixing zones.(See 52 for Protected Intersections)Mixing zones are generally j • R I , appropriate as an interim solution or in situations where severe right-of-way d►,f ' — r — constraints make it infeasible to provide a protected intersection. " 2.Mixing zones are only appropriate on street segments with one-way separated bicycle lanes.They are not appropriate for two-way separated bicycle lanes due to the contra-Flow bicycle movement. 3. Locate merge points where the entering speeds of motor vehicles will be 20 mph or •',,• less by(a)minimizing the length of the merge area and(b)locating the merge point w s as close as practical to the intersection. • i i h 1 k .4,4<¢yV Po n are r4 r, vial . s ;. 4.Minimize the length of the storage portion of the turn lane Figure 63:Example bicycle box 5.Provide a buffer and physical separation(e.g.,flexible delineator posts)from the adjacent through lane after the merge area,if feasible. 6. Highlight the conflict area with green surface coloring and dashed bicycle lane markings or shared lane markings placed on a green box. 108 C CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX Al ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 7.Provide a BEGIN RIGHT(or LEFT)TURN LANE YIELD TO BICYCLES sign(R4-4)at 5.3.10 Through Bicyde Lane Approach the beginning of the merge area. A through bicycle lane requires turning motorists to merge across a bicycle lane at a 8.Restrict parking within the merge area. defined location in advance of an intersection.A through bicycle lane design reduces 9.At locations where raised separated bicycle lanes approach the intersection, potential for"right hook" and limits bicyclists'exposure to motor vehicles by defining the bicycle lane should transition to street elevation at the point where parking a limited merge area for the turning motorist. terminates. 10.Where posted speeds are 35 mph or higher,or at locations where it is necessary ^ )"cte .; to provide storage for queued vehicles,consider providing a deceleration/storage • ' ,'t"'s.%dr "`,?'y lane in advance of the merge point. 44 ' . i +r ')0i '+ ---1 Shifting Taper Equation 200' max 200' max i uq y FAR o tonal shared lane marldn s if osted d s35 re h ♦, y = yrggroinW war iAR lR).rrr►rrRiuf+7o O P 9 P t P tt —_.. ..__ the shared lane mark ngs appropriate to assist b cyd sls with positioning, with or without a bicycle lane at the •4;! .•--__ _- ! —,+'=. w = mow ,oto w4it) intersection. i i �7R - eraK✓iN opoMnyaprl Mr7ti , 0 green-colored pavement(optional) 5 • Figure 65:Shifting Taper Equation 11 I Figure 66:Preferred design of a through bicycle lane approach 14 I 1 5.3.10.1 Design Guidelines w I!� 1.Through lanes for bicyclists should be used where right turn only lanes exist. EA ( A i 2. Pavement markings should be dotted lines or green dashes to define the merging u, I$ space. $ _ I 45 3.The desired width of the bicycle lane should be 6 feet and a minimum width of 4 RN feet. 4.Locate merge points where the entering speeds of motor vehicles will be 20 mph or less.Minimize the length of the merge area and locate the merge point as close as practical to the intersection. Figure 64:Preferred mixing zone design 5. Minimize the length of the storage portion of the turn lane. 6. Use a bicycle lane symbol to designate that portion of street for bicyclists. 7.Highlight the conflict area with green surface coloring and dashed bicycle lane markings or shared lane markings placed on a green box. 8. Restrict parking within the merge area. 109 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX AI ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 9.Where posted speeds are 35 mph or higher,or at locations where it is necessary to 5.3.11.1 Design Guidelines provide storage for queued vehicles,consider providing a deceleration/storage lane in advance of the merge point. A minimum width of 10 feet and depth of 6.5 feet is recommended.Dashed bicycle lane extension markings may be used to indicate the path of travel across the 5.3.11 Two-Stage Turn Queue Box intersection. A two-stage turn queue box should be considered where bicycle lanes are continued 5.3.12 Separated Bicycle Lanes at Driveways up to an intersection and a protected intersection is not provided.The two-stage turn queue box designates a space for bicyclists to wait while performing a two-stage turn Bicycle crossings at cross streets,driveways,or alleys should be designed to 1) across a street at a location outside the path of traffic. delineate a preferred path for people bicycling through the intersection with the driveway and 2)to encourage driver yielding behavior. Bicycle crossings may be Two-stage turn queue box dimensions will vary based on the street operating supplemented with green pavement,yield lines,and/or regulatory signs. conditions,the presence or absence of a parking lane,traffic volumes and speeds,and available street space.The turn box may be placed in a variety of locations including L- -,`"'t-` ; ?�'.,1f ? q' in front of the pedestrian crossing(the crosswalk location may need to be adjusted),in `' yn. a'jug-handle'configuration within a sidewalk,or at the tail end of a parking lane or a •` 84 ��t - _---•--- "7 median island. ' ,x. _ `,-;--,,t,..------. --..r....,, ,;„,,,,„:,,,,,,,..., ., ...„. : . OW �: ' "1 �' I' i r ro;< °:. r.1...le ° ,. broach end ill Y g \ xV' ";. ,M S efQlle fillip{ • - ,. Figure 68: Example design of a separated bicycle lane at a driveway - - . r ....,, . 1 t 5.3.12.1 Design Guidelines {lidg t' Ow-1 1.Supplemental yield lines,otherwise known as shark's teeth,can be used to indicate Rtap) priority for people bicycling and maybe used in advance of unsignalized crossings Wend (bv) P Y P P Y 9 9 9 at driveways,at signalized intersections where motorists may turn across a bicycle truck turning arming° -- crossing during a concurrent phase,and in advance of bicycle crossings located within roundabouts. 2. Raised bicycle crossings further promote driver yielding behavior by slowing their speed before the crossing and increasing visibility of people bicycling. 3.The bicycle crossing may be bounded by 12 inch(perpendicular)and 24 inch Figure 67: Two-stage turn queue box design with consideration of truck turning movements. (parallel)white pavement dashes,otherwise known as elephant's feet.Spacing for FHWA granted interim approval to two-stage turn queue boxes on July 13,2017- these markings should be coordinated with zebra,continental,or ladder striping of 110 ( CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX AI ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES the adjacent crosswalk. 5.3.13 Separated Bicycle Lanes at Roundabouts 4.The bicycle crossing should be 6 feet minimum in width for one-way travel and When separated bicycle lanes are provided at roundabouts,they should be 10 feet minimum in width for two-way travel,measured from the outer edge of continuous around the intersection and parallel to the sidewalk.Separated bicycle the elephant's feet.Bicycle lane symbol markings should be avoided in bicycle lanes should follow the contour of the circular intersection.See Figure 69. crossings.Directional arrows are preferred within two-way bicycle crossings. 5.Dashed green colored pavement may be utilized within the bicycle crossing to 5.3.13.1 Design Considerations increase the conspicuity of the crossing where permitted conflicts occur.Green 1.At crossing locations of multi-lane roundabouts or roundabouts where the exit color may be desirable at crossings where concurrent vehicle crossing movements geometry will result in faster exiting speeds by motorists(thus reducing the are allowed,and where sightlines are constrained,or where motor vehicle turning likelihood that they will yield to bicyclists and pedestrians),additional measures speeds exceed 10 mph. should be considered to encourage yielding,such as providing an actuated device such as a rapid flashing beacon or pedestrian hybrid beacon. ,,P .''" " 2.The bicycle crossing should be immediately adjacent to and parallel with the pedestrian crossing,and both should be at the same elevation. re .-= t�� 3.Consider providing supplemental yield lines at roundabout exits to indicate priority rill / at these crossings. r/ P 7.0p, _i ® 4.The decision of whether to use yield control or stop control at the bicycle crossing �s �WO t r should be based on sight distance. ; VIII! 1' or=> 1 I • _ Ill I 5.The separated bicycle lane approach to the bicycle crossing should result in a bicyclists arriving at the queuing area at a perpendicular angle to approaching w11.1s l�u?< . 40 motorists. 4 ' Gin i 6.Median designs should apply a"Z"crossing design,whenever median width J" ", �l � permits. W1471410®) .-�y 4at „a a , J , 7.Consider the added value of lean rails. u°: a S.Curb radii should be a minimum of 5 feet to enable bicyclists to turn into the 3 , ; queuing area. *Moe ! �" s 9.Channelizing islands are preferred to maintain separation between bicyclists and ` ,� ' " pedestrians but may be eliminated if different surface materials are used. t,,,,i ,, fit': d �4_ `11�" Figure 69: Example protected roundabout design 111 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX Al ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 5.3.14 Separated Bicycle Lanes at Intersections (Protected Intersections) r Separated bicycle lanes provide an exclusive travel way for bicyclists alongside motorist motoriet roadways that is separate from motor vehicle travel lanes,parking lanes,and yield yield rr sidewalks.Separated bicycle lane designs at intersections should manage conflicts 6' © s,s� 0 el a ttx e-1 with turning vehicles and increase visibility for all users.See Figure 70. ' prof ,©f' 0 f _- 5.3.14.1 Design Guidelines l 1iI[ 9 O/ © =- i min _ d0 0 0 1.Separated bicycle lane designs at intersections should consider signal operation 0 t I _ _-_. and phasing to manage conflicts between turning vehicles and bicyclists.Bicycle signal heads should be considered to separate conflicts. r - �i li� 2.Shared lane markings and/or colored pavement can supplement short dashed lines I I I 11--,, wmndes ` to demarcate the protected bicycle lane through intersections,where engineering k- judgment deems appropriate. j I i, I • 3.At non-signalized intersections,design treatments to increase visibility and safety include: a.Warning signs b.Raised intersections c.Special pavement markings(including colored surface treatment) 0 comer island 0 pedetsa ian ne crossngof the separated Eike la d. Parking restrictions in advance of the intersection 0 toward bicycle queuing area 0 pedestrian curb ramp 4.Designs should maintain the separation of the bicycle lane through the intersection 0 motorist yield zone 0 bicycle crossing of travel lanes rather than introduce the bicyclist into the street with a merge lane.Where this Figure 70:Preferred protection intersection designs separation is not possible,see guidance on Mixing Zones. 5. Increasing visibility and awareness are two key design goals for separated bicycle lanes at intersections.If visibility is a concern,restrict parking within 20 to 40 feet of the intersection to ensure the visibility of bicyclists on the intersection approaches. Use markings and signage at intersections to give priority to separated bicycle lanes. 5. Separated bicycle lanes should be routed behind transit stops(i.e.,the transit stop should be between the bicycle lane and motor vehicle travel lanes).If this is not feasible,the separated bicycle lane design should include treatments such as signage and pavement markings to alert bicyclists to stop for buses and pedestrians accessing transit stops. 112 . . CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX Al ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 6. Bridge Design Bridge crossings are significant investments and therefore typically occur infrequently. However,bridges provide critical access linkages in a community,and when they are designed,it is important that they accommodate pedestrians,bicyclists,kayakers,and canoers as well as anticipate future uses and connectivity needs.A bridge without walking and bicycling access can result in a lengthy detour that discourages the trip or requires the use of unsafe facilities. • 6.1 Design Guidelines j 'l.Shy distances should be accounted for when providing the clear width.On each I side,1.5 feet is generally needed to provide shy distance from railings and other vertical objects. 2.Railing height on bridges should be between 42" and 54"depending on the site location.Bridge approaches and span should not exceed 5%slope in order to '-I ` 4 accommodate ADA access. .__ 3.The 10"receiving' clear width(from inside of rail or wall to inside of opposite rail or o '' '`.,,,"'"+�...-, wall)should allow for an additional 2 feet of shy space on each side of the facility. Airiiiii " 4.Designing the edge of the approaching bicycle facility to exactly match into the :v..:. )171.' 1n r; art leading edge of a bridge railing or tunnel wall should be avoided.In locations where '4 " _ ` it cannot be avoided,conspicuous reflective markers should be placed on the „.,;. ,lileading edge of the bridge railing. ��� '4s° " . .. 5.Where possible,consider widening the physical entrance to a tunnel,such that bicycles traveling near the edge of the bicycle facility approaching the tunnel have an opportunity to recognize the tunnel's edge constraint and alter their course Figure 71:Lesner Bridge in Virginia Beach accommodates pedestrians and bicyclists with separated facilities inward to avoid running into the edge of the tunnel entrance. 6.Accommodations for pedestrian and bicycle travel should be provided on both sides of bridges.While an accessible route will be required to access a bridge, stairs may provide a more direct and shorter route,and should be considered to complement the accessible route.Stairs can accommodate bicycles by providing a bicycle channel. 7.Accommodations for kayak and canoe travel should be provided when possible. Establish sufficient clear zones to accommodate waterway travel,especially if blueway network connections can be made. 8.Install signage to indicate the waterway being crossed to educate the public. 113 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN ( APPENDIX Al ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION DESIGN GUIDELINES 7. Lighting isaconcern. 10.On paved paths where night-time use is permitted,trail lighting is recommended Forty-two percent(42%)of pedestrians killed on Virginia roads occurred in darkness at trail—roadway intersections at a minimum,and along other segments of the with the road not lighted.' Better lighting at intersections,including crosswalks and corridor based on context. mid-block crossings is essential for pedestrian safety.The placement of luminaires 11.Lighting is also useful on trails with high commuting volumes. can have a significant impact on the visibility of crossing pedestrians and bicyclists. Segment of the Thalia Creek Greenway,Pacific Avenue Trail,and the Boardwalk have 12.Minimize light trespass onto adjacent properties.Generally,light spillover should updated LED lighting that properly illuminate active transportation users. be limited to 0.25 fc at the property line.Many jurisdictions require 0 fc at the property line,but this may be difficult to achieve in an urban environment. In addition to ensuring that the intersection lighting meets recommended levels, 13.Dimmable lighting,motion sensors,and/or timer control can be installed to streetlights should be located to front-light crosswalks,with the light source situated provide lighting only when people are present or during certain times of the day. between the crosswalk and the motor vehicle,in the direction of motor vehicle travel. Photocells may be installed on controller cabinets to shut off lights during daylight For wider intersections,it may be necessary to place light poles on all four corners of hours. each intersection to achieve required illuminance levels. 7.1 Design Guidelines 1.Improves visibility and increases a feeling of personal security 2.Lighting should reflect the character and urban design of the street type to create a recognizable hierarchy of roads and spaces. 3.Comply with lighting requirements of Design Standards Section 11,Roadway Lighting. 410 4.Pedestrian scale lighting should be provided for all new development projects. 1,r.r - A•4 5.Lighting should be oriented toward travelers both in the roadway and on the • `" • a7 f • sidewalk.Adequate lighting at intersections and crossings is essential. ._ • 6.All intersections and mid-block crosswalks(pedestrian crossings away from « • , intersections)should be lit. „ 7.Lighting should be located in concert with street trees—often alternating trees and . lights—so that trees do not block the illumination. • 8.Pedestrian scale lighting(lower than 20')should be used alone or in combination with roadway scale lighting to increase pedestrian safety and as a traffic calming device. 9.Designers should provide additional lighting near high pedestrian areas such as schools,parks,village centers,and transit stations,or in areas where personal safety Figure 72:A well-lit mid-block pedestrian and bicyclist crossing and sidewalk with pedestrian-scale lighting 1 Virginia Highway Safety Plan,2018,https://www.dmv.virginia.gov/safety/highway_safety_plan.pdf 114 ♦42 . s -* nu. o-y xse '"R " a. a • , 37—, -0 w sue- �r♦:' ,y,�r:•.W!� ,FF�r...sv ail+. .'-';' 1-4,--e., .1---• 17.'4" - ' - .- ; '. ---- t*--'--0-.. 4,----,-45; 04,-....4.1.,......m.,,,,,,-- I.,io. w ` a ^.•- . ♦y rat.. -Is "• • . ° . w1 r '"Ine8""',.` _l Jl'-. ' ,,. # lite o.. .4 '• "1"--- . lar..• .. 1s4 1 /° •'•-. - .. .�"t a •- .. .,},,, CC _ Cr 411, 4 • t - ' _ a:) , , : -i.,atipct•-...-:.-4,--rri,44,117t%• *.%.-4- , . , - >< _ CM.3 A A A'A' '''......."::::...#7..t7... A.,.....4.._ .###.# 41r..AZ.... , , • W 4 ,MM. .-.....--..-- ' ,If 4 , Iv 4' • a Cl.. ,,° ' . . Wtte ,-.:‘ , . CZr •,......Atottj ';0 ,A;; t 4 . CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN 1 APPENDIX B I ONLINE SURVEY APPENDIX B I ONLINE SURVEY Virginia Beach Active Transportation Plan Online Survey Welcome to the VB Active Transportation Plan survey.Your feedback is very important to us. Please tell us a little bit about yourself and help us finalize the plan's goals by completing the brief survey below.Then use the interactive map on the next screen to identify priority and challenging areas for walking and bicycling. Please note,this survey is entirely anonymous. How often do you bike for exercise or recreation? How would you rate road safety for pedestrians and ❑ Very Frequently ❑ Rarely bicyclists in Virginia Beach? ❑ Frequently ❑ Very Rarely ❑ Very Good ❑ Poor ❑ Occasionally ❑ Never ❑ Good ❑ Very Poor ❑ Fair Would you like to bike for transportation such as for running errands or to work? Please check which facility type would encourage you to ❑ Yes ❑ No bicycle more often. ❑ Shared Use Paths(an off-road ❑ Bike Boulevard(an on-road, shared How often do you walk for exercise or recreation? facility that is shared with joggers, space with cars, marked as a ❑ Very Frequently ❑ Rarely walkers, etc) bicycle priority route) ❑ Frequently ❑ Very Rarely ❑ Separated Bike Lane(an on-road ❑ Improved crossings at intersections ❑ Occasionally CI Never lane with physical separation from with barriers such as highways. vehicles) Would you like to walk for transportation such as for running What is your zipcode? errands or to work? ❑ Yes ❑ No What is your gender? Do you feel you are able to walk or bicycle as much as you Ca Male ❑ Non-binary/Third Gender would like? ❑ Female ❑ Prefer not to say ❑ Yes ❑ No What is your race? Do you feel that you can get to where you would like to go ❑ White ❑ Asian by bicycle or walking? ❑ Black or African American ❑ Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ American Indian or Alaska Native Islander ❑ Prefer not to say 117 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN I APPENDIX B I ONLINE SURVEY What is your email (Optional)? Plan Goals The current Bikeways and Trails Plan was adopted in 2011.The new 2020 plan has five draft goals.They were developed based on stakeholder meetings and interviews conducted in 2017. Before finalizing these goals for the 2020 Plan,we would like to hear from you. Please let us know if you agree or disagree with these goals as priorities for walking and bicycling in Virginia Beach. The plan should do the following: ❑ Strongly Agree 0 Somewhat Disagree 0 Somewhat Agree ❑ Strongly Disagree Develop a complete, multimodal transportation network for the City of Virginia Beach. Sidewalks,bikeways,and safe crossings will be incorporated into the existing Create a network that will evolve with changing technology transportation network to provide for more transportation choices. and transportation modes. ❑ Strongly Agree 0 Somewhat Disagree The City of Virginia Beach will establish strategies and guidelines to 0 Somewhat Agree 0 Strongly Disagree incorporate pedestrian and bike facilities into the new and changing streetscape and to respond to new transportation technologies,such as autonomous vehicles. Promote the safety and attractiveness of walking and ❑ Strongly Agree 0 Somewhat Disagree bicycling through the convenient, connected, and equitable ❑ Somewhat Agree 0 Strongly Disagree development of active transportation facilities. Walking and bicycling infrastructure will be designed for user safety and comfort. Projects will be prioritized to address safety concerns. Create additional opportunities for healthy, active lifestyles. ❑ Strongly Agree 0 Somewhat Disagree The City of Virginia Beach will reduce barriers to walking and bicycling so that CI Somewhat Agree CI Strongly Disagree healthy transportation choices are easy and attractive options for everyone. 0 Strongly Agree Cl Somewhat Disagree Improve, highlight, and build additional recreational ❑ Somewhat Agree 0 Strongly Disagree amenities for residents and visitors that will continue to attract economic development and contribute to the fiscal strength of the City. 'Are there any important goals or priorities that we are missing?If you disagreed with anything, please tell us why The City of Virginia Beach will implement walking facilities and bikeways as a here. recreational amenity,and a viable transportation alternative. 118 IPitit ....1(:-.,4-,:i . 7 - -,. _ - : , r , t (U-i [B w RA s W $,, » M } q L cm- • >'—' *.--jk,-.; .. - . .111 ' _. -* . CD1'."'" li'.:. ..-41,0:1::" . :4;;::::7:".:::::4,.;.:44:#11.1:::e''.'4g, :*'"'44112"fr- ,. ,,_, - '' - . - *4- , 61, , %ems i } Comp A�..a* ` , s.�.. f >1< * -ti ` W ''( ' f{ Iiii Virginia Beach , VA CITY SCORECARD *'**' placesforbikes 2020 OVERALL SCORE RIDERSHIP ot The overall score is based on Ridership,Safety, Measures how many people are riding. Network, Reach and Acceleration. It includes publicly available data and data gathered from Bicycle commuting 0.4 • our Community Survey,City Snapshot,and 1 S Recreational bike riding 2.6 Bicycle Network Analysis. ' Perceptions of bike use 2.6 SAFETY IC) NETWORK 1 -E Measures how safe it is and feels to ride a bike. Measures how well the bike network connects people to destinations. B All mode fatalities and injuries 1.5 1 Bicycle fatalities and injuries 1.5 I 2 Bicycle Network Analysis(BNA) 1.0 Perceptions of safety 2.2 Perceptions of network quality 2.1 * ,t i, i * ) * * + REACH 1285 ACCELERATION nfl Measures how well the bike network serves everyone equally. Measures the city's commitment to growing bicycling quickly. 1 Demographic gap in BNA 1.1 O 4 Growth in bike facilities and events t* Bicycle commuting rates by gender 1.6 Perceptions of progress 1.9 * it i> * k * t *City Snapshot missing $Data unavailable NORFOLA ''l '64•+cr+ -V47,N[4M: I ..e. C. t C,,tflNA,C 1 _. - ) ai1 .,ti '4, --,-„, , .. . , 14 .' 0 10 20 30 40 BNA SCORE 60 70 80 90 100 BICYCLE \ETWORK A\ALYSIS I bna.peopleforbi <es.org »WHAT IS IT? The Bicycle Network Analysis (BNA) »SPEED LIMITS IN THE BNA. Speed limits play an is data analysis software that measures how well important role in street safety and in the BNA. the bike network in a city connects people with the Since most city streets are in residential areas, places they want to go safely and comfortably. speed limits on residential streets can have a large impact on the BNA score. »WHAT CAN IT TELL ME? The BNA rates every street within a city as high or low stress and analyzes where Residential create �i �� the network is strong and where it is weak. A city's speed limits — mph I streets for bikes. BNA score factors into its City Ratings Network and Reach scores. Residential create high-stress speed limits > 2diI1 ii streets for bikes. DID YOU KNOW? 32% of Americans ages 3 and older rode a Virginia Beach, VA's bicycle in the past year residential speed 25 mph Learn more from the U.S. Bicycling Participation Study limit IS* peopleforbikes.org/resources/u-s-bicycling- participation-report/ *Based on state law and City Snapshot submissions ADDITIO\AL RESOURCES »A Guide for City leaders »Better Bike Share Partnership Identify strategies to address common barriers to Learn best practices for engaging underserved building great bicycling infrastructure. communities through bike share programs. peopleforbikes.org/placesforbikes/resources/ betterbikeshare.org »PeopleForBikes Community Grant Program »Ride Spot Non-profit organizations and local governments can Find, create and share bike rides and events in apply for funding for bicycle projects and advocacy your area with an app designed to help connect initiatives. peopleforbikes.org/apply-now/ people with great places to ride. ridespot.org »Advocacy Alert Program »[-Bike Regulations Local and state advocacy groups can apply Review a comprehensive list of e-bike regulations to communicate and share their issues with in each state. peopleforbikes.org/our-work/e-bikes PeopleForBikes supporters in their area. peopleforbikes.org/local-engagement-portaV CITY peopleforbikes ;*4*♦ LEARN MORE CityRatings.PeopieforBikes.org RATINGS placesforbikes , �-- ---_- ^,,. BICYCLE 1Y VIRGINIA'.. ' FRIENCOMMUNITY &IIRGINIABEACH , VA 1 ,i!ZG 19 TOTAL POPULATION POPULATION DENSITY # OF LOCAL BICYCLE o BRONZE THE LEAGUE 592,602 896 '_— FRIENDLY BUSINESSES TOTAL AREA(tq.miles) 497 St OF LOCAL BICYCLE O FRIENDLY UNIVERSITIES 10 BUILDING BLOCKS OF A BICYCLE FRIENDLY COMMUNITY AvensgeSilver Virginia Beach CATEGORY SCORES High Speed Roads with Bike Facilities 35% 0% ENGINEERING 3.5/to Bicycle network and connectivity Total Bicycle Network Mileage EDUCATION 3.5/to to Total Road Network Mileage 48% 14% Motorist awareness and bicycling skills ENCOURAGEMENT 2/to Bicycle Education in Schools GOOD EXCELLENT Mainstreaming bicyclingukure ea _ ENFORCEMENT 2.3Jto Share of Transportation Budget Promoting safety and protecting bicyclists'rigbtr Spent on Bicycling 11% UNKNOWN , _�� ., EVALUATION&PLANNING 4.5/to • 1 Setting targets and having a plan Bike Month and GOOD ACCEPTABLE' _ Bike to Work Events Active Bicycle Advocacy Group YES YES Virginia • KEY OUTCOMES Average Silver Beach • Active Bicycle Advisory Committee MEETS EVERY MEETS EVERYi RIDERSHIP 2.7% 0,58% TWO MONTHS TWO MONTH Percentage of Commuters who bike SAFETY MEASURES Bicycle—Friendly Laws&Ordinances GOOD AVERAGE CRASHES 537 770 • Crashes per sok bicycle commuters Bike Plan is Current and is Being EWHAT SAFETY MEASURES YES • FATALITIES Implemented E2011) 6.3 5.&5 Fatalities per rok bicycle commuters Bike Program Staff to Population 1 PER 78K 1,PER593 ' K :. . KEY STEPS TO SILVER a » Continue to expand the bike network and increase connectivity > Provide education to law enforcement officers on bicycle safety, through the use of different types of bicycle facilities appropriate for bicycling skills,and traffic laws as they apply to bicyclists and motorists. the speed and volume of motor vehicle traffic on each road.Develop Expand the bike patrol unit to improve bicyclist/officer relations. an inventory of on-road bicycle facilities by posted roadway speeds to better evaluate the current bikeway network. >> Adopt a comprehensive road safety plan or a Vision Zero policy to create engineering,education,and enforcement strategies to reduce » Consider launching a city-wide bike share system that is open to the traffic crashes and deaths for all road users,including bicyclists and public,including residents and visitors. pedestrians.Road diets,lane diets,and traffic calming treatments are » Develop in person bicycle education opportunities for adults. important engineering components for addressing safety. Consider ways to target demographics who currently do not feel safe >> Work with law enforcement to ensure that enforcement activities are riding with classes or events that address their concerns. targeted at motorist infractions most likely to lead to crashes,injuries >> Increase the number of local League Cycling Instructors(LCIs)in and fatalities among bicyclists.Traffic enforcement activities should be your community,either byhostingan LCi seminar ordata-based crashes,d responsive to behaviors that have been observed to sponsoring a City lead to crashes,injuries,and fatalities. staffer,Police Officer,and/or local bike advocate to attend an existing seminar elsewhere. > Adopt a target level of bicycle use(percent of trips)to be achieved » Improve Bike Month activities within a specific timeframe,and ensure data collection necessary to p by creating a Bike to Work Day event monitor progress. for commuters and a Bike to School Day event for local students. L 0 . Y .• / • 'M E II I SUPPORTED er AND LEAGUE'4EmaERs - tatij . —:f, . ice ' ' } ' $y Pg Ca 0 . , ', '"„ _ - - ' . v I I..opkill ''1:41k1111.°.• 1 ' sl W CD U 0 CD ,14111111 ;aka N c=3 . ., .. . ›< _ .,_ , . _ . g ,,,, ,,, c= . , _ , kl A .,. QM= , ;u Y• CLEM 1 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH I APPENDIX D I VDOT COST ESTIMATES APPENDIX D I VDOT COST ESTIMATES TRANSPORTATION&MOBILITY PLANNING DIVISION STATEWIDE PLANNING LEVEL COST ESTIMATES BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN FACILITIES Cost Year:2017 Inflation Rate:3.0%annually Cost Year:2017 Costs include 25%for PE and Construction Contingencies Cost Bristol,Culpeper, NOVA Per Mile Fredericksburg, Lynchburg, Hampton Roads Richmond,Salem,Staunton The following typical section estimates do not include bridge, right-of-way(ROW)or other improvement costs. Use the bridge unit costs, ROW percentages and other improvement costs(highlighted in gray)figures provided below to add these additional costs to the planning level construction estimate. f Urban Typical Sections LOW 1 HIGH LOW HIGH Bike Lanes 4' CPM $560,000 1 $840,000 $650,000 $990,000 pavement both sides Rural Typical Sections 1 Bike Lanes 14' CPM I $467,000 I $690'000 $546,000 ' $822,000 I pavement I both sides Ir. I I As noted above, bridge costs are not included in the typical section CPM figures above. Bridges represent a significant cost and it is important to use the figures below to estimate bridge costs for a planned improvement. Estimates are calcluated based on the square footage of the bridge->Bridge Cost=(total bridge length in feet x total bridge width in feet)x Square Footage Costs Bridge Cost LOW HIGH LOW HIGH Under 3000 Sq.Ft. $250 $450 $300 $500 I 3000 Sq.Ft.to 12,500 Sq.Ft. $200 $300 $240 $330 Over 12,500 Sq. Ft. $150 $225 $180 $250 j When applicable,the costs highlighted should be added to the construction costs when developing a planning level estimate.All other improvement costs(not highlighted)are for developing stand alone improvement cost estimates. Other Improvement Cost I LOW HIGH LOW HIGH Provide New Signal I $228,000 $424,000 $265,000 $583,000 I Modify Existing Signal $138,000 $297,000 $164,000 $339,000 Improve phasing for signalized intersection Cost Per $11,000 $16,000 $13,000 $19,000 I Intersection I Provide pedestrian signal phase © $50,000 $60,000 $60,000 $80,000 Provide pedestrian crosswalk @ $20,000 $30,000 $30,000 $40,000 Provide 5 ft.sidewalk(Based on Exist Projects) CPM $313,000 $1,013,000 I $382,000 $1,167,000 Provide 5 ft.sidewalk(Based on PCES) $212,000 $255,000 $276,000 I $308,000 Wide Curb Lane(2 additional feet of pavement in each direction) 2 additional feet of pavement in each C&G not $400,000 $500,000 $480,000 $625,000 direction) added 2 add feet of pvmnt in each direction with With C&G $1,450,000 I $1,920,000 $1,653,000 $2,180,000 C&G Paved Shoulder(4 foot wide paved shoulder in GS-4 $406,000 $518,000 $496,000 $608,000 'I both directions) GS-3 $580,000 $740,000 $708,000 $868,000 Provide 10ft.paved shared use path off road CPM $1,120,000 $1,800,000 $1,125,000 $2,200,000 126 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH I APPENDIX D I VDOT COST ESTIMATES Right of Way&Utilities Cost%of Cost Estimate 1 LOW HIGH LOW HIGH I Rural 25% 35% 30% 40% f Residential/Suburban low density 1 50% 165% 55% 70% ti Outlying business/Suburban high density 160% 100% 75% 125% Central business district ; 100% I 125% 125% 1150% I Note:Recommend consulting right of way staff or using professional judgement when applying these. Planning Level Cost Estimate=((Typical Section CPM x project length in miles)+(Other Improvement Costs)x(ROW%+1)); Bridge Costs=(Bridge 1 total square footage x bridge unit cost)+(Bridge 2 total square footage x bridge unit cost)... 127 Item # 1 City of Virginia Beach An Ordinance to Adopt and Incorporate into the Virginia Beach Comprehensive Plan the Virginia Beach Active Transportation Plan 2021 which will supersede the Virginia Beach Bikeways and Trails Plan 2011 and to Amend Section 2.1 (Master Transportation Plan) and text pertaining to Active Transportation January 13, 2021 RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL - CONSENT Mr. Weiner: Thank you. Our next order of business is the Consent Agenda, which the Vice Chair will take over. Mr. Wall: Okay, thank you Mr. Chair. These are applications that are recommended for approval by Staff and the Planning Commission concurred, and there are no speakers signed up in opposition. The Planning Commission places the following applications on the Consent Agenda. Application number 1, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 19, and 20 with an amended condition or with an added condition concerning forested buffer. The Planning Commission also places the following applications for Conditional Use Permit for Short- Term Rental on the Consent Agenda as they meet the applicable requirements for Section 241.2 of the Zoning Ordinance. Staff and the Planning Commission supports the applications, and there are no speakers signed up to comment. These include agenda items number 21, 23, 25, 26, and 27. Mr. Weiner: Thank you Commissioner Wall. Can I get a motion to approve the items on consent, please. Mr. Wall: I make a motion that these items be approved by consent. Ms. Klein: Second. 1 Mr. Weiner: Okay. I got a approval by Commissioner Wall and a second by Ms. Klein, ready for vote. Ms. Coleman: If you are in favor of the motion say, yes. And, if you are opposed say, no. Ms. Coleman: Mr. Alcaraz. Mr. Alcaraz: Yes. Ms. Coleman: Mr. Barnes is absent. Mr. Coston. Mr. Coston: Yes. Ms. Coleman: Mr. Graham. Mr. Graham: Yes. Ms. Coleman: Mr. Horsley. Mr. Horsley: Yes. Ms. Coleman: Mr. Inman. Mr. Inman: Yes. Ms. Coleman: Ms. Klein. Ms. Klein: Yes. Ms. Coleman: Mr. Redmond. Mr. Redmond: Yes. Ms. Coleman: Ms. Oliver. Ms. Oliver: Yes. Ms. Coleman: Vice Chair Wall. Mr. Wall: Yes. Ms. Coleman: And, Chairman Weiner. 2 Mr. Weiner: Yes. Ms. Coleman: By record vote of 10 for and zero against, agenda items 1,4, 5, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 19, and 20 with the added condition for the 20- foot buffer. 21, 23, 25, 26, and 27 have been approved on the Consent Agenda. AYE 10 NAY 0 ABS 0 ABSENT 1 Alcaraz AYE Barnes ABSENT Coston AYE Graham AYE Horsley AYE Inman AYE Klein AYE Oliver AYE Redmond AYE Wall AYE Weiner AYE 3 87 UNFINISHED BUSINESS ITEM#71309 Council Member Wooten expressed her frustration with Mayor Dyer for his comments during the Informal Session concerning her proposed Resolution to direct the City Manager to create a Virginia Beach Small Business Initiative Division within the City's Website, advising she would like to have a discussion on the rules of decorum at the upcoming City Council Retreat. Mayor Dyer advised he will ensure there will be time allotted for requested discussion. February 16, 2021 88 ADJOURNMENT ITEM#71310 Mayor Robert M. Dyer DECLARED the City Council SPECIAL MEETING BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION MEANS ADJOURNED at 7:56 P.M. Terri . elius Chief Deputy C. Clerk iAI Al Am nda f'a /,es, MMC Robert M. Dyer City Clerk / Mayor February 16, 2021