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Home My WebLink AboutJANUARY 3, 2023 SPECIAL SESSION MINUTES • t11 Cz 11 L ..,v VIRGINIA BEACH CITY COUNCIL Virginia Beach, Virginia January 3, 2023 Mayor Robert M. Dyer called to order the CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL SESSION in the City Council Chamber, Tuesday,January 3, 2023, at 2:00 P.M Council Members Present: Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M. Henley, N. D. "Rocky" Holcomb, Robert W. "Worth" Remick, Dr. Amelia N. Ross-Hammond, Jennifer Rouse,Joashua F. "Joash"Schulman, Chris Taylor, Rosemary Wilson and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: None 2 MAYOR'S CALL FOR SPECIAL FORMAL SESSION ITEM#73639 "HONORABLE MEMBERS OF CITY COUNCIL In accordance with the Virginia Beach City Code Section 2-21, and by the authority vested in me as Mayor of the City of Virginia Beach,I hereby call for a SPECIAL SESSION of the VIRGINIA BEACH CITY COUNCIL Tuesday,January 3, 2023 2:00 P.M. City Council Chamber Building 1, City Hall,2nd Floor 2401 Courthouse Drive The purpose of this SPECIAL SESSION is to allow the Ceremonial Oath of Office to the newly elected City Council Members, election of the Vice Mayor and the Oath of Office to the elected Vice Mayor. Sincerely, Robert M. Dyer Mayor" cc: City Manager City Attorney City Clerk Deputy City Managers FOIA Officer Communications Office January 3, 2023 At\ 1.0141A'/3E4 City of Virgil a B each c� :), Is VBgov.com ROBERT M."BOBBY"DYER MUNICIPAL CENTER MAYOR BUILDING 1 2401 COURTHOUSE DRIVE VIRGINIA BEACH,VA 23456-9000 (757)385-4581 FAX(757)385-5699 December 29, 2022 BDYER@VBGOV COM HONORABLE MEMBERS OF CITY COUNCIL In accordance with the Virginia Beach City Code Section 2-21, and by the authority vested in me as Mayor of the City of Virginia Beach, I hereby call for a SPECIAL SESSION of the VIRGINIA BEACH CITY COUNCIL Tuesday,January 3, 2023 2:00 P.M. City Council Chamber Building 1, City Hall, 2nd Floor 2401 Courthouse Drive The purpose of this SPECIAL SESSION is to allow the Ceremonial Oath of Office to the newly elected City Council Members, election of the Vice Mayor and the Oath of Office to the elected Vice Mayor. Sincerely, ":,F,,..eel..„,j?fre_cj Robert M. Dyer Mayor cc: City Manager City Attorney City Clerk Deputy City Managers FOIA Officer Communications Office 3 ITEM— V-D CEREMONIAL OATH OF OFFICE ITEM#73640 The Honorable James Clayton Lewis, Chief Judge, Virginia Beach Circuit Court, DELIVERED the Oaths of Office to the newly elected and re-elected Members of City Council: Barbara M. Henley District 2 Robert W. "Worth"Remick District 6 Dr. Amelia N. Ross-Hammond District 4 Jennifer Rouse District 10 Joashua F. "Joash"Schulman District 9 Chris Taylor District 8 4 Year Term January 1,2023—December 31, 2026 N. D. "Rocky"Holcomb District 1 2 Year Term December 1, 2022—December 31, 2024 January 3, 2023 4 ITEM— V-E ELECTION OF THE VICE MAYOR ITEM#73641 Mayor Dyer opened the floor for Vice Mayor NOMINATIONS. Council Member Berlucchi NOMINATED Council Member Wilson Council Member Rouse NOMINATED Council Member Wooten Council Member Voting Aye for Council Member Wilson: Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer, Barbara M. Henley,N. D. "Rocky" Holcomb, , Dr. Amelia N. Ross-Hammond, Joashua F. "Joash"Schulman, Chris Taylor and Rosemary Wilson Council Member Voting Aye for Council Member Wooten: Jennifer Rouse and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Abstaining: Robert W. "Worth"Remick By a vote of 8-2, City Council ELECTED: Rosemary Wilson District 5 Vice Mayor 2 Year Term January 3,2023—December 31, 2024 January 3, 2023 202211002976.001 VIRGINIA: IN THE VIRGINIA BEACH CIRCUIT COURT CLERK'S OFFICE OATH I, BARBARA M. HENLEY do solemnly swear(or affirm) that I will support the Constitution of the United States,and the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Virginia,and that l will faithfully and impartially discharge all the duties incumbent upon me as a Member of the Virginia Beach City Council, District 2 , for a four-year term beginning January 1, 2023, and ending December 31,2026,according to the best of my ability, (so help me God). 4,iilt r,i'Le.:1V1- Signature of Person Taking Oath Oath taken and subscribed to before me on the �� day of December,2022. TINA E. SINNEN, CLERK . LE, 2...1-..-. 4/1,t1A'\..) By GIt.C. Clerk INSTRUMENT it 202211002976 PAGE 1 OF 1 RECORDED VIRGINIA BEACH CIRCUIT COURT Dec 27,2022 AT 11:44 am CO OATH T1NA E.SINNEN,CLERK Original-Retained by Clerk Copy—To Person Takine Oath 202211002944.001 VIRGINIA: IN THE VIRGINIA BEACH CIRCUIT COURT CLERK'S OFFICE OATH I, Worth Remick, do solemnly swear(or affirm)that I will support the Constitution of the United States,and the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Virginia,and that I will faithfully and impartially discharge all the duties incumbent upon me as a member of the Virginia Beach City Council,District 6, for a term beginning January 1, 2023 and ending December 31, 2026, according to the best of my ability,(so help me God). . d Signature of Person Taking Oath Oath taken and subscribed to before me on � O O �� Tina E. Sinnen, Clerk . . ep I ty Clerk INSTRUMENT R 202211002944 PAGE 1 OF 1 RECORDED VIRGINIA BEACH CIRCUIT COURT Dec 20,2022 AT 09:28 am CO OATH TINA E.SINNEN,CLERK VIRGINIA: IN THE VIRGINIA BEACH CIRCUIT COURT CLERK'S OFFICE OATH I, Dr. Amelia Ross-Hammond, do solemnly swear(or affirm)that I will support the Constitution of the United States, and the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Virginia, and that I will faithfully and impartially discharge all the duties incumbent upon me as a member of the Virginia Beach City Council, District 4, for a term beginning January 1, 2023 and ending December 31, 2026, according to the best of my ability, (so help me God). Signature of Person Taking Oath Oath taken and subscribed to before me on t CQ L of Tina E. Sinnen, Clerk ® � /�, •Jf I r 41° Pep ' Clerk INSTRUMENT#202211002938 PAGE 1 OF 1 RECORDED VIRGINIA BEACH CIRCUIT COURT Dec 16,2022 AT 04:07 pm CO OATH TINA E.SINNEN,CLERK VIRGINIA: IN THE VIRGINIA BEACH CIRCUIT COURT OATH I, Jennifer Rouse, do solemnly swear(or affirm)that I will support the Constitution of the United States,and the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Virginia, and that I will faithfully and impartially discharge all the duties incumbent upon me as a member of the Virginia Beach City Council,District 10,for a term beginning January 1, 2023 and ending December 31, 2026, according to the best of my ability, (so help me God). Signatur of Person Taking Oath Oath taken and subscribed to before me on d 0'-otd - a- . The Honorable Tanya Bullock r\ id 9 /Th _ /\ LE -ii, --- ' JUDGE I 202211002953.001 VIRGINIA: IN THE VIRGINIA BEACH CIRCUIT COURT CLERK'S OFFICE OATH I, Joashua F. Schulman, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support the Constitution of the United States, and the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Virginia, and that I will faithfully and impartially discharge all the duties incumbent upon me as a member of the Virginia Beach City Council, District 9, for a term beginning January 1, 2023 and ending December 31, 2026, according to the best of my ability, (so help me God). Signature of Person Taking Oath Oath taken and subscribed to before me on 00frythiA 12, 0.2.x, Tina E. Si en, Clerk By /MCA. • INSTRUMENT X 202211002953 PAGE 1 OF 1 RECORDED VIRGINIA BEACH CIRCUIT COURT Dec 20,2022 AT 02:49 pm CO OATH TINA E.SINNEN,CLERK VIRGINIA: IN THE VIRGINIA BEACH CIRCUIT COURT CLERK'S OFFICE OATH I, Chris Taylor, do solemnly swear(or affirm)that I will support the Constitution of the United States, and the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Virginia, and that I will faithfully and impartially discharge all the duties incumbent upon me as a member of the Virginia Beach City Council, District 8, for a term beginning January 1, 2023 and ending December 31, 2026, according to the best of my ability, (so help me God). (-)7 ' Signature o erson Taking Oath Oath taken and subscribed to before me on cieiry(,hk ELF 702 . Tina E. Sinnen, Clerk ByQ140(.. ‘E 4,,,,,Let) , INSTRUMENT#202211002964 PAGE 1 OF 1 RECORDED VIRGINIA BEACH CIRCUIT COURT Dec 22,2022 AT 11:19 am CO OATH TINA E.SI NNEN,CLERK VIRGINIA: IN THE VIRGINIA BEACH CIRCUIT COURT CLERK'S OFFICE OATH I, NORMAN D. HOLCOMB, III , do solemnly swear(or affirm)that I will support the Constitution of the United States, and the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Virginia,and that I will faithfully and impartially discharge all the duties incumbent upon me as a member of the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach — District 1, for a term of office beginning December 1, 2022, and ending December 31,2024, according to the best of my ability, so help me God. V D / Signature of Person Taking Oath Oath taken and subscribed to before me on the 1st day December ,2022. TINA E. SINNEN, CLERK CEBy: � - Clerk Original-Retained by Clerk Copy—To Person Taking Oath INSTRUMENT#202211002832 PAGE 1 OF 1 CERTIFIED TO BE A TRUE COPY RECORDED VIRGINIA BEACH CIRCUIT COURT OF RECORD IN MY CUSTODY Dec 01,2022 AT 01:03 pm CO OATH TINA E.SINNEN,CLERK CIRCUIT COURT TINA E.SINNEN,CLERK �/ I VLE DEPUTY LERK 5 ITEM— V-F OATH OF OFFICE FOR VICE MAYOR ITEM#73642 The Honorable James Clayton Lewis, Chief Judge, Virginia Beach Circuit Court, DELIVERED the Oath of Office to the re-elected Vice Mayor: Rosemary Wilson District 5 Vice Mayor 2 Year Term January 3,2023—December 31, 2024 January 3, 2023 VIRGINIA: IN THE VIRGINIA BEACH CIRCUIT COURT CLERK'S OFFICE OATH I, i °<stYYL (1t)1 1 S ark, do solemnly swear(or affirm) that I will support the Constitution of the United States, and the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Virginia, and that I will faithfully and impartially discharge all the duties incumbent upon me as Vice-Mayor of the City of Virginia Beach , for a term beginning January 3, 2023, and ending December 31, 2024, according to the best of my ability, (so help me God). ignature of Person aking Oath rd� Oath taken and subscribed to before me on the 3 day of n , 2023. JAMES C. LEWIS, CHIEF JU E 60114 —QAAO Original-Retained by Clerk Copy—To Person Taking Oath M N O tt N N O v w o g v c v CI -0 ti -0 ti CI o Caq en m ti O ti 'Zs E cC 04 v v 44 i cC o bz O 7 ITEM— V-H VICE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS ITEM#73644 Mayor Dyer welcomed the new City Council Members and invited the Body to say a few welcoming words. Vice Mayor Wilson expressed her appreciation to the Body for their confidence in her to serve as Vice Mayor for a second term. Vice Mayor Wilson advised one of the main tasks of the Vice Mayor's role is working on the annual budget and believes last year's budget was the best she has seen and credited the Body for working so well together. Vice Mayor Wilson expressed her optimism for the Body's continued teamwork going forward. Council Member Holcomb expressed his appreciation to his family for their continuous support over his three (3)decades of public service, adding he would not be able to serve without the support of his family. Council Member Holcomb also expressed his appreciation to those who supported him from District 1 and stated it is sometimes difficult in making decisions as some people will be happy and others will not,adding, he will continue to do his best to represent the citizens of District 1. Council Member Rouse expressed her excitement to serve and her appreciation to the voters in District 10 and her family for their support. Council Member Rouse vowed to collaborate with her colleagues and is looking forward to the opportunity to represent citizens of District 10. Council Member Schulman advised this is a fantastic beginning to what will be a lifetime experience. Council Member Schulman expressed his appreciation to his family and is honored by the voters support in District 9. Council Member Schulman expressed his commitment to serving with an open mind, a light heart and doing what is best for the City. Council Member Wooten congratulated the newly elected City Council Members and Vice Mayor Wilson and advised she looks forward to working with everyone. Council Member Wooten expressed her frustration with the Vice Mayor election process. Council Member Wooten does not believe there really is a process to elect a Vice Mayor and believes a transparent discussion should occur prior to voting which includes the duties of the Vice Mayor and what the track record is of those who are nominated for the position. Council Member Henley advised she would like to address the prospective of what a City Council is; a continuing Body with the Members today standing on the shoulders of those who previously served. Council Member Henley advised prior City Councils have handed this Body an extremely strong and good City to live in with over 460,000 people who are all important, special and have individual needs, in which the Body does it's best to provide. Council Member Henley believes it is the Body's duty to make the City better for the next City Council and is honored to have the responsibility and opportunity. Council Member Ross-Hammond expressed her appreciation to the Body and those in the audience who came to support her. Council Member Ross-Hammond advised she has served the City in various capacities all of her adult life and believes her experience while previously serving as the Kempsville District Council January 3, 2023 8 • ITEM— V-H VICE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS ITEM#73644 (Continued) Member has prepared her with institutional knowledge and familiarity with processes important to getting things done. Council Member Ross-Hammond advised she is committed, enthusiastic and brings an interactive approach that is inclusive for all citizens, not just those in District 4. Council Member Berlucchi welcomed the newly elected Council Members and those in attendance. Council Member Berlucchi advised the Members of the Body are all here for one reason, to serve the citizens and create a path and bright future for everyone to fulfill their potential and goals. Council Member Taylor expressed he would like to first give honor to God, as he would not be here without Him,further expressing his appreciation to his family and the voters of District 8. Council Member Taylor advised his father grew up in the Seatack area and his mother grew up in Little Neck and believes he has a broad perspective of the City. Council Member Taylor advised it is an honor to serve and is committed to fulfilling his campaign obligations of serving all communities, not just those in District 8, serving with civility and decency, as well as working collaboratively with colleagues, constituents and staff. Council Member Remick expressed his appreciation to his wife and the voters from District 6 who supported him. Council Member Remick advised he has been very impressed with the professionalism of his colleagues and staff involved in his orientation process and is appreciative of all the assistance he has been given. Council Member Remick advised he is looking forward to working with staff and expressed his commitment to working with the Body with an open mind and collaborative spirit. January 3, 2023 9 ITEM— V-I MAYOR'S MESSAGE ITEM#73645 Mayor Dyer expressed his appreciation to everyone in attendance to join him in welcoming the newly minted City Council. Mayor Dyer advised the City just celebrated its 60`h Anniversary and is a remarkable City with over 460,000 people who make it strong, a large faith-based community with many different faiths acting as glue to keep people united, it is a safe and livable City with so much to be proud of Mayor Dyer advised over the past few years, the City has come through tragedy and challenges through the collaborative effort of prior Council Members, City leadership that includes Schools, Public Safety and their supporting staff. Mayor Dyer expressed his optimism and hope for the future of the City. January 3, 2023 10 ADJOURNMENT ITEM#73646 Mayor Robert M. Dyer DECLARED the City Council SPECIAL FORMAL SESSION ADJOURNED at 2:44 P.M. e ius Robert M. Dyer Chief Deputy City Clerk Mayor City of Virginia Beach Virginia January 3, 2023