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Home My WebLink AboutAUGUST 27, 2024 FORMAL SESSION MINUTES U� Op OUR NX,00 j VIRGINIA BEACH CITY COUNCIL Virginia Beach, Virginia August 27, 2024 Mayor Robert M. Dyer called to order the CITY COUNCIL FORMAL SESSION in the City Council Conference Room, City Hall, on Tuesday,August 27, 2024, at 2:00 P.M. Council Members Present: Michael F. Berlucchi, Mayor Robert M. Dyer Barbara M. Henley, Robert W. "Worth" Remick, Dr. Amelia N. Ross-Hammond, Jennifer Rouse, Joashua F. "Joash"Schulman, Chris Taylor, Vice Mayor Rosemary Wilson and Sabrina D. Wooten Council Members Absent: David Hutcheson- Vacation 2 CITY COUNCILS BRIEFINGS VIRGINIA AQUARIUM FOUNDATION UPDATE ITEM#76055 2:01 P.M. Mayor Dyer welcomed Dan Peterson, Chair. Mr. Peterson expressed his appreciation to City Council for their continued support: CouncilCity AquariumVirginia • • . • A Dan Peterson, ABOUT THE VIRGINIA AQUARIUM 250+SPECIES JUNE 14, 1986 Over $100 Million including mammals,fish, Virginia Aquarium opened Amount the Foundation has birds&reptiles. Over 5,000 to the public raised since inception Animals 620,000 1,013 VOLUNTEERS OPEN 363 DAYS visitors in FY-2024 working 51,162+ Closed on Thanksgiving& hours annually Christmas Day 25 PEOPLE $257 Million 10,364 DONORS on the Board of Trustees Economic impact in Virginia Beach in FY- to the Aquarium Fund 2022,supporting 3,000 jobs,and nearly in FY-2024 $85M in labor income August 27, 2024 3 CITY COUNCILS BRIEFINGS VIRGINIA AQUARIUM FOUNDATION UPDATE ITEM#76055 (Continued) Here is an overview of Education Programs: Education Programs • Over the last 2 years,28,000 students from Virginia to New York • 9,000 students attending from VA Beach • Title I Schools: 3,300 students from 47 school groups(40%of students from VA Beach) WPM , • Homeschool,virtual,and online curriculum r • Dolphin and whale boat tours • Behind-the-scenes programs • Field trips and summer camps • Watershed Warrior protection Here are results for the Stranding Response since its inception in 1989: STRANDING RESPONSE • Formed in 1989 • Nationally recognized monitoring 7,213 miles of Virginia shoreline • Since inception responded to 6,500 stranded marine mammals and sea turtles • 2024: Responded to 89 marine mammals and 186 sea turtles • Only entity in VA with the permit/authority to conduct stranding response investigations F 4 + August 27, 2024 COUNCILSCITY BRIEFINGS AQUARIUMVIRGINIA / IA TION UPDA ITEM#76055 The Virginia Aquarium is the third most popular attraction in the Commonwealth and is truly"Our Aquarium:' It represents Virginia Beach's commitment as a premier coastal city to protect the ocean and its inhabitants and educate our citizens and visitors about their val ue to our environment and way of life. A Q U A R I U M THANK YOU AQUARIUM Mayor / '/ his appreciation t/ Mr. Peterson for the presentation. 5 CITY COUNCIL'S BRIEFINGS HAMPTON ROADS ALLIANCE UPDATE ITEM#76056 3:15 P.M. Mayor Dyer welcomed Doug Smith, President & CEO and Jared Chalk, Chief Business Development Officer. Mr. Smith expressed his appreciation to City Council for their continued support and distributed copies of today's presentation, attached hereto and made apart of the record. Mayor Dyer expressed his appreciation to Mr. Smith and Mr. Chalk for the presentation. August 27, 2024 ALLIANCE Hampton Roads Alliance Presentation to Virginia Beach CityCouncil 4� ti August 27, 2024 Hampton Roads: Who Are We? What is changing? How Does the Region Benefit? Regional • • Order • AUKUS/DO • - • • • Defense • Strategy Regional pill Playbook How does Virginia Beach benefit? / Discussion January July • Governor's Panel • Regional Organizations Presidents Council February August • Board Discussion • RED Team • Bruce Katz/Julie Wagner Visit • VA Beach City Council • Annual Meeting Monthly Briefings April • Secretary of Commerce & Trade: Caren • RED Team Merrick • Secretary of Veteran & Defense Affairs: May Craig Crenshaw • EVRIFA Board Discussion • Secretary of Labor: Bryan Slater • Regional Maritime Partner • VEDP & HRWC Convening June • Mayor Oliver Coppard Visit • Bruce Katz Initial Report • RED Team ALLIAN !wE 1j, C.006C Top State for Business (Again.) Virginia is home to key federal government operations and decision makers. 10K + Federal Contractors 30 Military Installations M 11 FFRDCs • t" .�i1� shington,D.C. Unparalleled Access to Federal Agencies ~V& 4 t LW 19 • • • y s' • '.r x • E3r.-, • t Mifilary Installations Federally Funded Researct-and Development Centers I FFRDCs► • l edera Contractors Feceral Agencies&Key Federal Fac-17flea EDP • Home to 1.8 million people (including Richmond the population million) with a labor force of over 866,000 Port Of VA Military Clean Energy • Younger, more diverse, and more educated than the national average • Just 2 Y2. hours south of Washington DC active duty personnel. ,. innovation anti IM Mir • Home to over 200+ international companies and the world's largest maritime and defense industrial base • Significant military and federal aerospace presence • Large and talented military and aerospace workforce • Specialized education and training programs from high school toWorkforce universities pr Frsi�rtxperience as excellent and transitioning military or good., personnel. • Home to the Port of Virginia • World's Largest Naval Base • NATO's North American Headquarters *? • HII Newport News Shipbuilding and Unmanned Systems D1 STATE FOR aa,I000+ ONA p g Y DOD SPENDING REGIONAL Center for Excellence PER CAPITA DEFENSE JOBS • Joint Base Langley-Eustis A • Fifth Coast Guard District VV • United States Marine Corps Command LARGEST HOMET019 NAVAL BASE MILITARY BASES 16 • Naval Air Station Oceana — Virginia Beach (East Coast's IN THE WORLD + NATO U.S.HQ Master Jet Base) • Naval Air State Oceana — Dam Neck • • Naval Station Norfolk 100,000+ VETERANS IN • Joint Ex editionar Base Little Creek-Fort Stor ACTIVE-DUTY THE WORKFORCE p y y PERSONNEL PER CAPITA ALLIAN&E HAMPTON ROADS IS HOME TO 19 MILITARY INSTALLATIONS AND OVER 120,000 ACTIVE AND RESERVE MILITARY PERSONNEL Camp Peary Naval Supply Center Cheatham Annex Naval Weapons Station Yorktown • Hampton National Cemetery , Coast Guard Training Cantor Yorktown 1 Fort Monroe National Monument ,f Veterans Affairs a—Colons-National, Medical Cente- Historic P rk Joint Base ?!um Tree Island NWR Langley Eustrs Naval Station Norfolk 4W ( )PNf / Langley Research Center Craney Island Dredged Material Jefferson Lab Management Area Joint Expeditionary Base Naval sir ly Little Creek-fort Story Center Crane Island Naval Support Activity Y w Hampton Roads Coast Guard Station � AnnexLafayette River Little Creek • Coast Guard Oil Naval Air State Military DOD Joint Staff Base Portsmouth Stahon Oceana Resetvatfoo Complex Suffolk •v i' -Fort Norfolk/Army Corps of Enginee•s • Naval!N pdical-_ .� � I q� Center Portsmouth Coast Guard Shore Infrastructure Nansemond NWR Dam Neck Annex Logistics Command Naval Auxiliary Landing Coast Guard Coast Guard Atlantic Area'•SL Helena Annex Field Fentress Transmitter Site / i Fifth Coast Guard District 140 Norfolk Naval Shipyard Great D'Smal Back Bay Swamp AV1R NWR St Juliens Creek Annex Naval Support Activity ---- Northwest Annex rAackay Island NWR ,Coast Guard 4 y�•,i... Communications Command M Ii dry lotiKies O Newport r,chtisr'14rIl-anrsLury lnternalior•.al Aimort(PHF) . Other rederd tacdrres HRMFI-A mpmbers Every branch of the armed services is in Hampton Roads Major military units and headquarters include: • NATO's Allied Command Transformation • The military currently has 80+ ships • U.S. Joint Forces Command homeported in the area and nearly 40 aircraft • U.S. Fleet Forces Command squadrons. • U.S. Air Force's Air Combat Command • They also have a variety of Navy Special Forces • U.S. Marine Corps Forces Command and support units. • U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command and Aviation • FBI, CIA, NSA, NASA, Coast Guard, etc. Brigade AIRM� \ ALLIAN!wE "The New Disorder" �I'Tliii�r COVID-ig Unprecedented Inflation,Credit Disruptions Federal Crunch&Rising Wars in Ukraine& Spending Interest Rates Israel/Gaza Rising Tensions Renewed Calls The Climate Remote with for Racial Justice Crisis Work China/Iran so "The pandemic,and now geopolitical upheaval,have taken the economy and shaken it up like a snow globe. The flahes will eventually fall- there will be a new equilibrium-but things may be arranged differently when everything settles." Jeanna Smialek, New York Times, March 25, 2022 New economic order has been catalyzed by unprecedented federal spending MAMMON RI'V ALLIAN &E 202 American Rescue Plan:Si.9T to address the c, „c,n,r, cr:xr+ vrR=rn economic and health impacts of the pandemic ------------------------------ Offshore Wind Strategy r------------------------------------------------ I Bipartisan Infrastructure taw(BIL): S1.2T,the • • r Largest investment in physical infrastructure. -------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------- Regional Energy Roadmap _ Executive Order 14017:cabinet agencies must ' • devise strategies for strategic supply chains. - - ------------------------------- -- - -------------------------------, KPMG Investor Event - Fall 2023 CHIPS and Science Act:$28oB for R&D.particularly Aug '' in semiconductors and advanced computing. '------------------------------------------------ ----------------------------------------- KPMG/EVRIFA - Site Readiness Inflation Reduction Act(IRA): S437B to cut carbon emissions and accelerate the energy transition. '------------------------------------------------ "- - - - --""""-"""----" Governor's Event - Past, Present, Future Sep 2022 DOD's 2023 Appropriations bill: S798B to develop. : maintain_&-equipmilitarytorces.and intelligence----- ---, AUKUS Agreement-between UK,US,Australia 2024 Annual Meeting - Bruce Katz It GLOBALDISRUPTIVE • • NEW ECONOMIC METRO Winners FORCESCHANGE • •D • Wars in Ukraine and Much-needed review of o Military Metros IsraeVGaza U.S.defense capabilities 0.o Remilitarization v r9 y Renewed importance Rising tensions with China o Tech Hubs f domestic manufacturing g Reshoring Potential vulnerability E Climate First Mover COVID-1g of global supply chains v c� Climate crisis Commitment to v Decarbonization rapid climate action Q Trading Powerhouse Sources:The Biden-Harris Plan to Revitalize American Manufacturing and Secure Critical Supply Chains in 2022:Remarks by U.S.Secretary of ALLIAN E Commerce Gina Raimondo:The CHIPS Act and a Long-term Vision for America's Technological Leadership. The decision we must answer Core is where does Hampton Roads Industries for New economic order: Metro winners: --► fit in this new economic order. Hampton �' � Roads Alliance Military Metros Federal Defense a Reshoring Spending 0 U) Technology Hubs New Critical Knowledge o g opportunities Technologies Work/Cyber °c &challenges Remilitarization for regional Energy/ O Climate First Movers growth GreChainen pply Unmanned (D o—o based on: Systems v a� u Decarbonization Export Transportation 4 Trading Powerhouses Buckets / Logistics ALLIAN &E Stated Priorities Resilient supply chains Workforce • Flexible acquisition Economic deterrence National Defense Industrial Strategy DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE 2023 . . AUKUS , A Trilateral security partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States intended to "promote a free and open Indo-Pacific that is secure and stable:' ALLIANCE • AUKUS Pillar 1 will provide Australia with conventionally armed Nuclear-Powered Submarines • 3 billion investment from Australian government into the US Supply Chain • Newport News Shipbuilding will hire an additional 21,000 people over the next 5 years • AUKUS Pillar 2 will develop and provide advanced joint military capabilities to promote security and stability in the Indo-Pacific Region • The key target areas include cyber capabilities, artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, and undersea, hypersonic and electronic warfare capabilities. • The impact of Pillar Two cannot be understated, we believe it could be game-changing, securing the future military and economic advantage of the AUKUS nations and recasting the nature of this competition for global influence. pa , r., P, I omves C HAMPTON ROADS MILITARY AND FEDERAL KIM,11% FACILITIES ALLIANCE " VA*IFwVfx, mwww, t . ww M-191 'Ir"'Toww, ,at" 1- AINIIJ . � X19w;wI1wL-%1,VI Undersea Capabilities Al & Autonomy 48mr,", I-OR-;I,- V PON & T^t Hypersonic & Counter Advanced Cyber ivrYc�crow. HtVrT1 MEMBERS Quantum Technologies Information Sharing Electronic Warfare ALI Langley • Jefferson Lab High Performance Data Facility Hub (HPDF) LRe� • Recently selected by DOE's Advanced Scientific Computing Research (ASCR) program in partnership with Berkley Lab • HPDF is set to become the newest capability in high-performance Jeffef-son Lab computing provided through ASCR program. ASCR operates three high EWfl ringtneNatureo/Matter performance computing user facilities: VIRGINIA • National Energy Research Scientific Computing Center (NERSC) AUTHORITY • Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) • Leadership Computing Facilities at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Argonne Ow National Laboratory Corporate Research Center • NASA Langley Research Center & NASA Wallops Island Spaceport • HII Unmanned Systems Center for Excellence & Lockheed Martin MVITU`,'Ea �/ M A 5 C Center for Innovation `U`A''"F DLO OOMIN IDN VNIYC R[iTT 0 • Virginia Institute for Spaceflight & Autonomy at ODU • Virginia Modeling, Analysis, & Simulation Center at ODU �/�� f0• S► CllU6M1 • ODU's Virginia Beach Institute of Data Science i AO/OMONT. ALLIANZE Zs Federal Spending, Green Supply Chain, and Critical Industries Hampton Roads has a remarkably robust public economy, primarily driven by DoD contracts, positioning the region among the top in the country OOpportunity Size National Positioning" l Geographic Distribution -S15.5 billion in contracts and grants are The region's average annual intake of$13.4 allocated for the Hampton Roads region billion in DoD contracts and grants makes it the The bulk of DoD expenditure in Hampton every year. Of this amount.96°o were fifth largest U.S metro for DoD spending Note Roads is concentrated within three contracts, with 909/6 awarded by the DOD. We are developing the first-ever US metro counties: Virginia Beach. Norfolk City and ranking by t?oL7 spending Newport News City. Hampton Roads Federal Top 10 US Metros with Highest Hampton Roads DoD Spending by Spending by Agency and Type DoD Spending (4-Year Avg, Top Counties (4-Year Avg, $B) (4-Year Av(,, $B) - J.Auas-1 Cf-I >rir; _. $40.5 soi.:' Wastungton-Arlington $ 3 Virginia Beach City: S 4.2 B so ni New York-Newark-Jersey- S15.5 Newport News: $ 3.8 B k28%) Boston-Cambridge-.. $152 Norfolk City: $ 3.0 B .' Virginia Beach-Norfolk-.. S23A ~ Sra Q. San Diego-Cartsbaa Ck. $12.1 -+ Portsmouth City: $812 M �) Los Angeles-Long Beach-- S10.9 Tucson.AZ M5A 58.9 Hampton City: $607 M f4°l1 Phkadelphia-Camden-_ $8,7 Chesapeake City$362 M All Agencies DoD Ctvcago-NaperviUe-Elgin $5,0 ■Contracts ■Grants See methodological notes in Appendix E Note: (',V-'e are using data on all contracts and grants awarded by the DoD from 2020-2024 The ranking depicts the top metros with the most annual average spending spending SpectftcalN. we calculated the total obligated amount across contracts and grants where the primary place of performance vas a specific metro and we ranked them accordingly We also provided rankings based on specific sectors such,g� manufacturing professional services and admmislrairve services Source: The New Localism(2024,based on y_$A$"M Early findings indicate that Hampton Roads is well -placed to capitalize on key projects related to nuclear energy, wind energy, and the grid Hampton Roads: Positioning of Selected Green Supply Chains. Opportunity Areas': We identified three green supply chains where Hampton Roads has LOIN %ledium If,ar a strong position that could be further leveraged. r� Nuclear Power Hampton Roads is well-positioned to advance its nuclear capabilities thanks ?. �1 J6 to '' the strategic presence of J. efferson Lab.Huntington Ingalls, and Dominion Electric Vehicles Grid 8 Microgrid Batteries EV Charging , Energy. The industry is already robust.and with enhanced collaboration and a MI Infrastructure _ strengthened engineering pipeline, it is poised to unlock further growth m opportunities. C R , Wind Energy f: r A v Semiconductors K The region is at a turning point in its efforts to become a wind energy leader While local colleges have been instrumental in developing specialized talent. Solar Energy . the forecasted creation of over 1.100 jobs through the CVOW project will N 0 demand additional efforts to develop an skilled workforces. The region also V ; needs to address its reliance on international suppliers. W Green Hydrogen .#...,:.._' ' ' • p Dominion Energy plays a pivotal role in advancing the grid through innovative Materials i technologies like unmanned systems. Additionally, institutions such as Old Dominion University and the Department of Energy are involved in research initiatives for microgrid technologies The region needs to strengthen as innovation ecosystem and foster collaboration among key stakeholders Stakeholder Strength Note: (')To identify a subset of green supply chains that offer opportunities for the region, additional qualitative analyses were conducted. Source: The New Localism(2024) Early findings show that Hampton Roads has a strong position in Cybersecurity and Advanced Energy Efficiency Technologies Hampton Roads: Positioning of Selected Key Technologies. Opportunity Areas': We identified three technologies where Hampton Roads has a strong position that could be further leveraged. Advanced Energy • - - • • • Advanced Materials Efficiency 6ybersecurity, Data The region has a strong military presence,a vibrant shipbuilding Storage ta Science •' Industry,and a growing wind energy sector that fuels demand in this High Performance industry. However. there is a need to develop a platform that Computing" strengthens academy-industry connections and provides capital to move ideas to market Quantum Advanced Adva The region offers a favorable environment for the development of y Information Science Communications Manufacturing ;• energy efficiency technologies related to offshore wind energy Colleges (A ;� are doing a great job of generating specialized talent, but there is still Croom for improvement In terms of university participation in innovation. U tu Artificial Intelligence Biotechnology& L • • • • Medical technology Disaster The shipbuilding industry provides an ideal setting for the Prevention or o implementation of innovative manufacturing techniques.which will i Mitigation necessitate the fostering of a skilled workforce. HII already offers a - -- - -- - - - comprehensive range of unmanned solutions for defense. marine and commercial applications. Stakeholder Strength Notes: C)To identify a subset of Key Technologies that offer opportunities for the region. additional Qualitative analyses were conducted. C"i There is considerable scope for the application of artificial intelligence in the region. although the level of current activity is relatively limited Source: The New Localism (2024). • Moves from the articulation of economic position to the identification of a small set of concrete projects that unlock economic possibilities. • Projects that have the potential to align with federal funding, leverage other public, private and civic capital, and drive inclusive and sustainable outcomes. • Graduating Hampton Roads from a region focused on the end assembly of sophisticated products (e.g., nuclear powered submarines, offshore wind turbines) to one that participates more extensively in technological innovation and earlier parts of the supply chain. ALLIAN &E • Defense: Hampton Roads has a remarkably robust public economy, primarily driven by DoD contracts, positioning the region among the top in the country • Oceana Resolution / Defense Contractors • Energy & Green Supply Chains: Early findings indicate that Hampton Roads is well placed to capitalize on key projects related to nuclear energy, wind energy, and the grid. • Virginia Beach has a strong position in wind energy, resilience technologies, energy and battery technologies. • Business Expansion Opportunities (i.e. STIHL, GTS, DroneUp) • EVRIFA • Knowledge Work & Cybersecurity: Opportunity to enhance the cybersecurity industry by promoting applications for defense, grid development, and wind and nuclear energy. • Cybersecurity is a key technology for supporting defense operations and the offshore wind industry. • How can the regional fiber ring and transatlantic cables positively benefit these sectors? 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Here Seatack Park Improvements City Council Briefing Michael Kirschman and Kevin Chatellier August 27�h, 2024 vBvIRGINIA BEACH are I r I and Current Conditions and Amenities • Size: 5.0 Acres ,.4,_ - ' • Year Acquired: 1970 ''�— __ `��:�� • Partial Tree Canopy "� � � � • Current Park Amenities TACK Ae.�,r'„ ; 1, • Playground(2011j � � -k_, t • Basketball Court •. � � • Baseball Backstop and Infield - 1 �` • Gravel Parking Lot CITY COUNCILS BRIEFINGS SEA TA CK PARK ,D ITEM#76057 Here are the Potential Amenities and Cost: Potential Amenities and Cost • BUdget: $3M (+$200k budgeted for playground replacement) • $400K for Design ^,� • $2.6M for Construction ' I . I • Potential New Amenities/Cost t� • New Parking Lot(50 spaces)-$SOOK ` ,� � �,js��; �'� ,� • Park Restroom-$1.1M ' - �a ,: • Stormwater-$300K • Tree Mitigation-$60K �- • Playground Replacement-$350K • Large Shelter-$250K � • Other Park Amenity-$240K ' • TBD:paved loop trail,outdoor exercise equipment,etc. ,. ..,FP „x .N VB Next Steps and Timeline (if funded) • Staff Develop Concept Plans—6 months • Public Input Sessions and Feedback—2 months ' • Develop Final Preliminary Master Plan—3 months �' �,�" • Public Information and Comment—2 months '� - • Construction Plan Development—12-14 months _ • Bid/Construction Award—4 months - --'- --- — • Construction—12-16 months �� _ � .. • Timeline begins once projen staff resources become available • IJunfunded,P&R will proceed with replacing existing playground os scheduled and at some location CITY COUNCIL'S BRIEFINGS SEA TACK PARK UPDATE ITEM#76057 The next i (2)slides provide i Options: Funding Options op ARP._ • Too early in the fiscal year to appropriate sizeable amounts from the General Fund's Fund Balance or determine vacancy saving capacity. • Dedication review and capacity analysis provided to City Council in April 2024 which estimated capacity In the following funds: ...... ...... ...... ..." ...... S 2,"," • One option could be to utilize capacity within any of these dedications to construct park. Pay-as-you-go financing or bond financing($300k annual debt service) 'Funding Options- continued _ • Redirect from existing P&R CIP projects or acceleration of this proJect ahead of other deferred maintenance efforts currently programmed within the P&R CIP. Parks Infrastructure Replacement&Underdevelopment Park Improvements-$7.7M Parks and Special Use Facilities Development-$6.9M Funding currently obligated across numerous projects.Examples include: District 2-Pungo Ferry Park renovation($350k+state ARPA funding) District 2-Munden Point Park shoreline stabilization phase II($200k) District 3-Mt.Trashmore vert ramp renovation($SOf District 5-Red Wing Park restroom p2 replacement,under design($1.4M) District 5-Red Mill Park restroom replacement($1.2M) District 5-Lake Placid Park pickleball court renovation($300k) District 6-Beach Garden Park boardwalk railing replacement($350k) District 7-City View Park softball infield repairs/renovation($SOOk) District 7-Level Green Park renovations,under construction($iM) District 8-Lynnhaven Park bathroom replacement,under design($1.2M) District8-Lynnhaven Marina power pedestal replacement($600k) Multiple-various basketball court renovations($360k),shelter replacements($350k)guardrail($360k�)�etc. su,.u> M•, e,ni e 9 CITY COUNCILS BRIEFINGS SEA TACK PARK UPDATE ITEM#7605 7 (Continued) Questions and Discussion PP : . listVIRGINIA a Mayor Dyer expressed his appreciation to Mr. Kirschman and Mr. Chatellier for the presentation. August 27, 2024 I COMPREHENSIVECITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS /CAL SAFETYACTION PLAN 6/ ; Mayor Dyer welcomed Katie Shannon,Engineering Support Manager—Public Works,Ric Lowman, Traffic Engineer—Public Works and Devin Simpson,PE—Kimley-Horn. Ms. Shannon expressed her appreciation to City Councilforcontinued iii Comprehensive Local Road Safety Action Plan Here is the Local Road Safety Action Plan Overview: LOCALR Katie Shannon PE, Engineer V Ric Lowman PE,Traffic Engineer Devin Simpson PE, Kimley-Horn August 27, 2024 �BVIRGINIA BEACH local Road Safety Action Plan Overview � • Comprehensive roadway safety plan �` �� • Aims to improve safety for all road users �•- r _ .�_.. Data-driven,equitable approach • !;{� " • Result of combination of two initiatives: • Citywide need for Comprehensive Roadway Safety Plan . . . SAFETY ACTION PLAN • Identify safety improvements for Future State and VIRGINIA BEACH Federal grant eligibility,Compliance with the U.S. DOT Safe Streets and Roadways for All (SS4A) program. va 11 CITY MANA GER'S BRIEFINGS COMPREHENSIVE LOCAL SAFETYACTION PLAN ITEM#76058 Shannon 'I the presentation over / Mr Lowman: Initiatives for Roadway Safety 2023 The nextfew July 11,2023—Safety Update to Council • Noted traffic fatalities are increasing despite total crashes decreasing • Identified a need for action and a comprehensive approach to safety August 2023—Local Road Safety Action Plan Kickoff • Builds upon existing traffic safety improvements program by identifying systemic improvements to reduce fatal and serious injury crashes • Example Systemic Countermeasures: • Pedestrian-Related:leading Pedestrian Intervals,Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons • weed-Related:Lane Width Reductions in Urban Areas,Wider Edge Lines 3 Vg slides provide National and local Roadway Safety / National Roadway Safety A 2021 news article forNotor vehicle cmeh cWtho ehd cloothe W 100,000 people Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reported: • "Pandemic lockdowns made rush- hourspeeding,risky driving the new normal" • A total of 42,939 people died in motor vehicle crashes in 2021,which is a 10%increase from 2020 • The per capita death rate increased 9%compared to 2020 a ,J 12 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS COMPREHENSIVE LOCAL SAFETYACTIONPLAN ITEM#76058 (Continued) Crashes,Injuries and Fatalities in Virginia Speed-Related Crashes,Injuries and Fatalities Beach,2012-2022 35 200 in Virginia Beach,2012-2022 18 ......... 30 600 i 6000 ....... .. 25 . i 600 ..... - v u ` _........... 12 y 4000 20 y u 400 �3000 15 .,,,.._,..��....,., 3 _5z000 10 a 2ao 6-« 4 0 6 l00 2 LL 0 0 0 4 O Crashes -•--Injuries --Fatalities —Crashes -- Injuries —F-11tles I I •I-a• BeachVirginia Pedestrians Pedestrian Fatalities in Virginia Beach,2013-2022 �oo0 3 5000 f 6 �4000 G 3000 j1 [Stt 1 r t Y 1 1 � 1000 1 0 p 3 9 p'Y ry�� h�' hJ'r ryQN ry�'r h0� ry�'Y hp'L ry�'L —Crazhes ---Pedertrian Fatalities August 27, 2024 RIEFINGS 13 COMPREHENSIVE I LAN I 1 Lowman 'I the presentation over to Ms. ShannonIprovide an overview I Safe Streets and III/ for Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) • Introduced as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill Here is the SS4A Requirements: ✓ Target Goal ' Program administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation Program ✓Task Force ✓ Safety Analysis • Provides grants to local, regional,and Tribal communities as part of a systematic approach to prevent deaths and ✓ Equity Analysis serious injuries on the nation's roadways ✓ Engagement ❑ Plan Adoption • $5 Billion in Funding Over 5 Years(2022-2026): • Safety Action Plans(Step 1) • Implementation Grants(Step 2) ve Plan Timeline: Stakeholder Workshop Kickoff (March 2024) Community Meeting (August 2023) Data Collection Plan (September 2023) 2024) Timeline - Safety and ountermeasure Adoption of Plan by Equity Analysis jPrioritizationPlanning Commission (November 2023 to Into Comp Plan ! January 2024) J •24) � (September 2024) Community MCount rmeasureAdoption of Plan by � p1IdentificationCity Council (November2_ (February 2024 (October 2024) � _ l s � August COMPREHENSIVE14 CITY MANA GER'S BRIEFINGS / SAFETYACTIONPLAN 6/ ; The DOCUMENTATION ,. 1. Goals and Objectives _ 2. Engagement and Collaboration 3. Safety Analysis 4. Equity Considerations 5. Project Identification and Prioritization � 6. Progress and Transparency TargetI/ / reducefataland seriousI by halfby 2055: Goals and Objectives TARGET GOAL OBJECTIVES The City of Virginia 1. Reduce Fatal and Serious Injury Beach aims to reduce Crashes fatal and serious 2. Maximize Opportunities to Fund injury crashes by half Safety-Related Roadway by 2055 with an aim Improvements toward zero beyond 2055. 3. Promote Public Awareness of Roadway Safety 4. Implement an Equitable Approach to Safety Improvements 15 CITY MA NA I BRIEFINGS COMPREHENSIVE / LAN ITEM I 1 Here is an overview I the Departmental Task ForceI worked on the Local •III Safety ActionPlan: Collaboration: Task Force The next two (2) Task Force • Formed to guide the plan • Meetings development and support ✓Plan Introduction and Goal Setting implementation ✓Engagement Input and Preliminary • Included representatives from: Findings • Public Works • Planning and Community ✓Emphasis Area Analyses and Scoring Development ✓Countermeasures and Strategies • Parks and Recreation ✓Engagement Input and Plan Framework • Police • HRTPO i� VB slides provide public •I• details: Engagement: Community Meetings A hybrid approach to community engagement was taken for this plan, which included in-person meetings and online activities. Community Meeting#1 Community Meeting#2 • November 16,2023 • March 20,2024 • Solicited input on • Solicited input on the transportation-related proposed systemic safety needs via a survey ' ` ,,,, ! .� countermeasures �- l� and interactive mapping �-' >_"�K activity • Generally,majority of in ut was ositive and • Generally,concerns noted P P ' l�' were diverse but several supportive `� including pedestrians and speeding u VB COMPREHENSIVE16 CITY MANA GER'S BRIEFINGS /CAL SAFETYACTION PLAN ITEM#76058 Engagement: Stakeholder Workshop Stakeholder Workshop What We Heard • Held March 22,2024 • Desire for more pedestrian and • Provided businesses and organizations bicycle facilities the opportunity to provide their unique • Desire for increased perspectives enforcement and traffic • Coordinated with representatives from: calming measures • Hampton Roads Transit • Desire for improved roadway • U.S.Navy lighting Ms. Shannon turned the presentation over to Ms. Simpson to provide a summary ofProject Identification: • Bayfront Advisory Group • Resort Advisory Group • Central Business District Association • Sentara Health • Southern VB—Rural • Virginia Beach Public Schools 4,z, Project Identification Systemic Countermeasures • Intended to be applied broadly across the City • Aimed to cover each Emphasis Area • A blend of engineering treatments and strategic initiatives Location-Targeted Countermeasures 1. Selected top 5 intersections and top 6 segments for further review in collaboration with traffic engineering 2. Performed desktop review of historical crash patterns and existing conditions 3. Identified proven countermeasures to reduce crash potential at each location is VB 17 CITY MA NA GER'S BRIEFINGS COMPREHENSIVE LOCAL SAFETYACTION PLAN ITEM#76058 EmphasisThis slide provides Identified Systemic Countermeasures under either the Engineering Treatment or Strategic Initiative Area: Identified Systemic Countermeasures MOTORCYCLISTS HEAVY VEHICLES PEDESTRIANS IMPAIRED DRIVING BICYCLISTS [Enhance Traffic Signal [Protected Left-Turns, [Crosswalks,1.Pls, [Traffic Safety [G,..n..ys rd T.ii, Detectio%r High Friction Access Management Sidewalks,Median Checkpoints,Impaired M,himod,Ih,nu, Curves] Improvements] Barriers] Driver Campaigns) UNPROTECTED UNS GNALIZED YOUTH AND IG OCCUPANTS ROADWAY DEPARTURES INTERSECTIONS SCHOOL ZONES INEXPERIENCED [Seatbe Enforcement, [Guardrails,Improve [E,h,,c,P,v,,,,t [Recommend Optimal DRIVERS it Clear Zones,Rumble M,ultings,Lighting, Crossing Guard Staffing (Erf.rceme Child Restraint Strip,j .1ght dist,11,tw� and Circulation Plans] I.—For SIGNALIZED ADULT AND AGING RURAL ROADWAY INTE ECTIONS SPEEDING ROAD USERS Pavement Markers, Ptl,str Arn.nities,Left Measures;Speed C.—i,simn-A&g- Enhance Intersections] T..Plh.�ing,Feri Cameras] Senior H.—,A,R.s.— EMPHASIS AREA EMPHASIS AREA [ENGINEERING TREATMENT COUhtTERMEA5URE5] [STRATEGIC INITIATIVE COUNTERMEASURES] is VB High Priority Intersections and Segments High Ranking Segments Scored by Priority Matrix High Ranking Intersections Scored by Priority Matrix Signalized Intersections ` Bonney I ,.. Signalized Intersections Pendence Ipgrade tigr e,,.,;ess Management, Innovative Intersection,or to 6oggsAve] +ashing Yellow Arrows,Extend Median RoserrwM Rd ;.,,tented t rh T.�rn< Salem Rd Roadway Departures Signalized Intersections [Landnown ltd to ied Pavement Markin., Birdneck Rd& Norcn landing Rd] VIL41Na Beaeh ie..ie�.i u..�ea,ance interval, ] rade lQh[in — ; & BwtolNrL�d Signalized Intersectativelntersection PacNic Ave Unsignalized Intersections - - ag g g,SigiLt Gistance ions stn st totem st !earance trtterval, r o�Am,r•t Unslgnalized Intersections Upgrade Crosswelts Padfic Ave _ , _� Si&nalized Intersections [16th St to 31st5t) Lanes at 17`t and 22" ,an Refuges � ' L PR !'•crease All-Red Clearance Interval, Sendbrid eRd Salem Rd '_Strict P.'r B Unsignalized Intersections I Roadway Departures [FWnagan's Ln to .Ferree Pkwy Signalized Intersections Colechester Rd] � r:,=_i .ra renCe Interval, Pedestrian;_]Speeding F estnct RT,U rade Li htin rtlumpton aHd P8 8 B Iamond SPtings - �Ip to Norfolk Line] � 4M 18 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS COMPREHENSIVE LOCAL SAFETYACTION PLAN ITEM#76058 (Continued) Here is an overview of the Project Prioritization: setesntem P,e,�r«m<s.l<sr,nm Apw«mis.k,vemw..sm.sp..e,.s.k,ge.tl,,pwrr,.,non.s,krP.epNl Fpproe<n wesxw vromou SMe Sr,sem ApPrw<3,ISNr vrbld.a,Lkrspeea,,Llerenas,Pmr-pnnGrt.Lk,Peapkl Fatell[In entl mpMl,ArnNlf,perl<,W 15%w Mon Nul«serlwulNurrcruMs 6elety 66 36 serious Appl unl EmpM,kArnNlEwrNeutl6%v Men MMI«YrIwnlNurycr.,M, Injuries AppxubleFmpnnl,An<1,IFmerkrwEl<uiMns%i<ul«SerloulNurycrnM, s FmpMn.A,nk1A«Peenlw ssxw M«.ola%nk.s-r<..o.,M, Hisk Appll«bk FmpM,l,nneN1A«ounus«s%w Mwewclwwee s.re<r oe,M, bv0v61e EmpnnOAn.NlAvnen%n t<u TMn sxor asYxae sYeocrxMs Disetiventegetl PrN<vlouxoelsrnwatlNum ronxOr,APP,wkeSyumrcaunurmenwe Mo+rmum vomnA.o4ollr• communttles P.gr«Emnoe%m,rnwmNvm.oe�x0c.APP,w%P SYsumk caeekmeu,ue 0 q aEaunwlsAM.e Sorn verwnnklw inMcv, Pb«e60tx Porwnnk Mlvxlwaruwn<Srsumk 3 Tn0sport— r r Stress w n e x emns v n nv mxremrvaum<.w Above 65N Porsnnkly Ew lrmne query 30 30 DN—Portion v+sexueleEmvMsb�A,we<IslFm<,k�,mxyn<.s<nl<.a Ynou^ini�l ry urn torsi psM.<�u<eJ<o,.m,mliX ete lmpeR Avvxc+xk FmpMxs•n<Is10u,M«fgM%IO Ni.YrE<YI<M serio�,injury Nai.EmlpuMnuEenfamm�nlun --bk Prq,uk Apgkeb 0 nvnm<w/w neu s poetl Users vx x«ApprinMem Nnvk.s<.a/w Bkytleu awessibillty ProNv Frlmrnsn.0n,krw0ev l�<w.,envin«imp.ar<,.r.nirrmn P.q<apw,xerE��mwn.Mmr.w6.p cw,,.wkl.rw mp,o.<.n,.nA.,Y., Benem PIe001n9 Level ,norm a.boi,s w rr<ur Manmvm v«no A.o�NeN• m b Cmt 20 35 0<nellt to tort ry: <i BBernenrm�rP<eo,30oor Grnrw n.uP w.«,1r.3.<.la„,.xr<een,Ponek—T—lb s Ms. Simpson turned the presentation over to Ms. Shannon to provide the Tentative Adoption Schedule: Tentative Adoption Schedule -' August 14-Planning Commission Briefing V August 27-City Council Briefing — August 28-Post Plan for Public Comment • Transportation, Transportation — September 11-Planning Commission Agenda Item for Adoption into Comp Plan Public Hearing during Planning Commission Adoption — September 17-City Council Public Hearing — October 1-City Council Adoption August 27, 2024 19 CITY AlANAGER'S BRIEFINGS COMPREHENSIVE LOCAL SAFETYACTION PLAN ITEM#76058 (Continued) ."'. Questions? Qz- ITS 19 Mayor Dyer expressed his appreciation to Ms. Shannon, Mr. Lowman and Ms. Simpson for the presentation. August 27, 2024 20 CITY MANAGER'S BRIEFINGS MUNICIPAL CENTER BUILDING RENOVATION UPDATE ITEM#76059 4:48 P.M. Mayor Dyer welcomed L.J. Hansen, Director—Public Works. Mr. Hansen expressed his appreciation to City Council for their continued support and distributed copies of today's presentation, attached hereto and made a part of the record. Mayor Dyer expressed his appreciation to Mr. Hansen for the presentation. August 27, 2024 31 I Municipal Center BuildingRenovation Update L.J . Hansen August 27, 2024 CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH Recommendation Seeking approval to : 1. Transfer $8,441,844 to CI P PG 100291 , Operations Facilities Renovations. i . " M. ➢This increase of 9.97% over the original ,�� ,�� ;�; , yl� ' program amount is due to: 1. Cost inflation 04 2. Supply-chain impacts r . 3. Unforeseen site conditions 4. Scope changes required to meet dynamic operational needs. Building 11 (now B33) entry 2. Exceed the 25% change order limit. way demolition. 2 VB Background ,y Building 2 (now B11): A r ➢Substantially Complete (occupancy), December 4, 2023 ` ➢Substantially Complete (contractual), May 31, LMff; 2024 ➢ Final Completion is June 10, 2024 . ➢ Phase 1 move-in completed December 8 2023 � ➢ Phase 2 move-in completed February 27, 2024 R "Some building improvements remain to meet the operational requirements of the VBPD. 3 VB Background Continued , Building 1 {now BU ➢Construction began August 16, 2022 `,Substantial Completion, March 13, 2025 ➢Original completion date was February 12, 2024. ➢ Extension due to unforeseen site conditions, delayed replacement of the pitched roof, high amount of asbestos remediation, and supply chain / manufacturing delays to include late delivery of the main electrical switchgear. ➢ Final Completion, April 11, 2025 ,Anticipated move-in, late spring/early summer 2025 4 i f Background zti Continued. r . ......... Building 11 (now B33): ➢Construction began March 25, 2024 ➢ Loss of two months due to the City requested floor plan changes. ➢Substantial Completion, June 24, 2025 ➢ Final Completion July 24, 2025 ➢ Move-in anticipated fall/winter 2025 5 Change Order t r r' t 22 Change Orders Totaling $11,947,812.46, a summary includes: • Building 2 (now B11) ' $2,277,397.10 — Data center equipment relocation/upgrades +F ➢ $3,474,504.19 — Code driven Building Electrical services upgrade ➢ $ 415,487.22 — Additional Stormwater structures Building 2 (now 611) Data Center upgrades ➢ $ 485,910.69 — Exterior Ballistic Window upgrades ➢ $ 223,580.40 — Ballistic glass and knee-wall barricades in Atrium M ➢ $ 397,164.35 — Additional ballistic hardening of the corridors. ➢ $ 324,005.48 — Police additional requests • Building 1 (now B3) r �i $1,008,103.67 — Additional asbestos abatement. • Building 11 (now B33 ) ➢ $ 340,169.49 — Carbon fiber for structural reinforcement ` • All 3 Buildings $ 315,510.05 — Change of DDC controls to Trane Building 1 (now B3) Asbestos removed from steel 6 VB • • • 1 A A , B33 Floor plan changes $2,429,595.72 To meet dynamic mission needs Request for Equitable Adjustment $2,012,248.56 For Phase II price escalation* Furniture and demountable walls $1,500,000.00 Due to market price escalation Change Orders and Contingencies $1,650,000.00 For pending and future Change Orders 1311 Interview rooms sound $500,000.00 VBPD post-substantial upgrade/mission requirement hardening Contracted Inspection Services $350,000.00 Total Program Need $8,441,844.28 FundingSource Resources Impacts • Beach Maintenance Facility ( PG100260) ➢$2,866,529 Appropriated to date ➢$2,616,000 Proposed to cover shortfall ➢ Remaining funds will be used to develop 35% concept drawings. o Funds will need to be replenished to PG100260 to complete Design. • Central Plant Loop Replacement ( PG100675) ➢$17,833,417 Appropriated to date ➢$ 5,825,844 Proposed to cover shortfall. ➢ Remaining funds will cover project Design and emergent repairs. o Funds will need to be replenished to complete all work under PG100675. • Total proposed contributions are $2,616,000 + $5,825,844 = $8,441,844 8 Recommendations and Request • Recommending for City Council to Consider: 1. Transfer of $8,441.,844 to Operations Facilities Renovations CIP ( PG100291) 2 . Approval to exceed the 25% Change Order limit • Completion of the Operations Facilities Renovation's subject work will bring back the displaced employees to the Municipal Center. (FAP Govern: 1 . 15) 9 idlk3 Questions plo iLl 21 CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSIONIINITIATIVES/COMMENTS ITEM#76060 S:09 P.M. Mayor Dyer advised he attended a funeral service yesterday, expressing it was sad and emotional to see another one of the City's Public Safety hero's succumb to cancer and emphasizes what Public Safety personnel face in the line of duty. Mayor Dyer advised he has worked with the Cancer Society and there is an extraordinarily high number of cancer cases in certain populations within this region. Mayor Dyer advised early screening is critical and is hopeful that more people have early cancer screenings completed. City Manager Duhaney advised two (2)years ago City Council provided$300,000 to provide firefighters early cancer screenings and continues to be available. City Manager Duhaney advised in the last Legislative Package, the Body requested the state provide additional financial support to fund early screenings for not only firefighters but also Emergency Management Service (EMS) and Police professionals but the request did not get approved. City Manager Duhaney advised the state did create a panel, which includes City staff, to explore ways to address early cancer screenings including funding options and provide those recommendations to the General Assembly. Vice Mayor Wilson apologized for missing the service, explaining she was out of town over the weekend. Vice Mayor Wilson advised she has been impacted by cancer as her husband passed away from cancer and she is a survivor of breast cancer, emphasizing that early cancer screenings can save lives. Vice Mayor Wilson advised many people know she helped in starting the annual Crush Cancer Fundraiser, where all of the money raised goes towards rare cancer research, and this year the City's firefighters were honored during the event. Vice Mayor Wilson advised so far, the fundraiser has raised a total of approximately $2.4-Million and is what helps to fund the research, clinical trials and cures. August 27, 2024 22 CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSIONIINITIATIVES/COMMENTS ITEM#76061 (Continued) Council Member Berlucchi advised he and Mayor Dyer are Council Liaisons to the Human Rights Commission (HRC)and the commission recently provided him with a letter regarding recent activity from local High School students who have posted racist, anti-Semitic and homophobic content on social media platforms over the summer. Council Member Berlucchi advised he will read the letter from HRC and requested it be included in the public record, attached hereto and made a part of the record. August 27, 2024 CITY OF Human Rights Commission VIRGINIA (757)385-1158 BEACH hrc@vbaov.com 1 www,vbgov.com/hrc August 26, 2024 VIRGINIA BEACH HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION MEMBERS: Councllmember Michael Berlucchl DR.VIRGINIA"GINGER"JENKOT Municipal Center—Building 1 CHAIR 2401 Courthouse Drive JAMAL ICE CH D.IR Virginia Beach,VA 23456 ARNEL CUSTODIO Dear Councilman Berlucchi: JACKSON DOANE CARLAHESSELTINE As our liaison to the City Council, along with Mayor Dyer, I want to update you on BOBBY MELATTI an issue discussed at our August 8 meeting and ask that you share it at the City E.FORTUNATO"JOJO"ORENCIA JR. Council meeting. SYLVIA NERY-STRICKLAND The Human Rights Commission received reports of ongoing racist, anti-semitic, and RA ONAD.TAYK STEVENS homophobic content being posted on social media by Virginia Beach high school RAMONAD.TAYLOR students this summer. We were shown photos and videos, some of which included RONTAYLOR students' names. The content featured slurs, mocking of religious texts, and even a FRANCES KNIGHT THOMPSON student in blackface. There was also a video of students holding alcohol. RABBI ISRAEL ZOBERMAN Commissioners were disheartened to learn that no action could be taken by VB STUDENT COMMISSIONERS Schools since it occurred during the summer. CAITLIN CAGNI Commissioners are outraged and have grave concern and disappointment of what SIMONE NIED appears to be an increase in this behavior. The School Board Chair and a Deputy CITY COUNCIL LIAISONS: Chief in attendance responded, with the latter stating he would investigate for MAYOR ROBERT DYER criminal activity. It's alarming that such behavior could occur without consequence. MICHAEL F.BERLUCCHI Last October in an Arizona school district, a teen was murdered by a "rich kid gang" EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: which was fueled by social media, specifically Snapchat. STACY E.HAWKS The Virginia State Police crime report for 2022-23 was reported last week and in the LEGAL COUNSEL: category of Hate Crimes there is an Increase of 177% for anti semitism and a rise in DONNA E.HERNANDEZ, homophobic crimes. Given these statistics, and the work being done by VBCPS to ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY address these issues through programs like TIDE (Togetherness through Inclusion, HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION Diversityand Equity) Coalition, which is active at each high school on a small scale LIAISON: q y� g to help improve students' sense of belonging, we need to consider how to protect DOMINIQUE MCKINNON and reach all students by providing a better, safer path forward in respect for everyone. We thank you for your service as our liaison. V Dr. Virginia (Ginger) Jenkot, Chair Virginia Beach Human Rights Commission Municipal Center- Building 18 12424 Courthouse Drive ( Virginia Beach, VA. 23456 Page 1 of 2 Human Rights Commission CITY OF VIRGINIA hrc@vbgov.com www.vbgov.com/hrc 4. BEACH VIRGINIA BEACH HUMAN RIGHTS Sincerely, COMMISSION MEMBERS: DR.VIRGINIA"GINGER"JENKOT CHAIR JAMAL D.GUNN VICE CHAIR ARNEL CUSTODIO Dr. Virginia (Ginger)Jenkot, Chair JACKSON DOANE Virginia Beach Human Rights Commission CARLA HESSELTINE BOBBY MELATTI E FORTUNATO"JOJO"ORENCIA JR. SYLVIA NERY-STRICKLAND MARK STEVENS RAMONA D.TAYLOR RON TAYLOR FRANCES KNIGHT THOMPSON RABBI ISRAEL ZOBERMAN STUDENT COMMISSIONERS CAITLIN CAGNI SIMONE NIED CITY COUNCIL LIAISONS: MAYOR ROBERT DYER MICHAEL F.BERLUCCHI EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: STACY E.HAWKS LEGAL COUNSEL: DONNA E.HERNANDEZ, ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION LIAISON: DOMINIQUE MCKINNON Municipal Center- Building 18 2424 Courthouse Drive Virginia Beach,VA. 23456 Page 2of2 23 CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSIONIINITIATIVES/COMMENTS ITEM#760 62 (Continued) Council Member Remick congratulated the Virginia Beach Jaycees on their 62"d Annual East Coast Surfing Championship(ECSC)event this past weekend. Council Member Remick also congratulated local resident, Blayr Barton, who won the Virginia Beach Pro in the men's category. Council Member Remick advised the event was expanded this year to include sand lacrosse, beach volleyball and action sports and is looking forward to next year's evemt. Council Member Remick advised this past weekend also included Funk Fest and the Neptune Festival's Craft Beer Festival. Council Member Remick advised he received a letter from a visitor from Rhode Island and read a portion of the letter in which the visitor complimented the City for being clean,safe, appreciated thepolicepresence and was impressed with the Navy SEAL and Police monuments at the Oceanfront. Council Member Schulman advised he was at the Oceanfront recently and met a lady visitingfrom Atlanta who expressed the same compliments. August 27, 2024 24 CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSIONIINITIATIVES/COMMENTS ITEM#76063 (Continued) Council Member Schulman advised last Friday, he, Mayor Dyer and several other Council Members attended a dedication ceremony at the Thoroughgood House, hosted by the Daughters of the American Revolution, who installed a commemorative plaque for the Thoroughgood residents and enslaved persons for their contributions in the pursuit of liberty during the American Revolution. August 27, 2024 25 CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION/INITIATIVES/COMMENTS ITEM#76064 (Continued) Council Member Schulman advised the Oceanfront has been busy with events leading up to the Neptune Festival, and as he is part of the Neptune Festival's Court, he attended the Symphony By The Sea event on Thursday, that had approximately 1,000 attendees. Council Member Schulman advised on Friday, there was the unveiling of the 50'Anniversary Neptune Festival mural on 300 Street. Council Member Schulman advised this is the first time a mural has been painted and will also be the Festival's annualposter. Council Member Schulman explained it was created by Devin Miller, an art teacher at First Colonial High School and encouraged everyone to stop by to see the mural. August 27, 2024 26 CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION/INITL4TIVES/COMMENTS ITEM#76065 (Continued) Council Member Henley expressed her appreciation to Terri Chelius for her work to gather and distribute the City Council Appointive Agencies Annual Reports as well as all of the City Staff Liaisons and Commissioners who volunteer to serve. Council Member Henley advised she finds the work each Agency is doing extremely interesting and believes each is a tremendous asset who do a wonderful job providing citizen input to the Body. Council Member Henley advised she noticed several Planning Commissioners have terms expiring between February 2027 and January 2028, expressing concern that there will be a total turnover and asked if someone can look into how it can be avoided. City Clerk Barnes explained all of the Planning Commissioners were appointed or reappointed to be designated to represent the new voting districts and is why the terms are not staggered as they traditionally are and will look into what options there are to adjust or stagger the Commissioners terms. August 27, 2024 27 CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION/INITIATIVES/COMMENTS ITEM#76066 (Continued) Council Member Wooten distributed copies of a drafted Ordinance requested by the Commissioner of Revenue to, "Add Section 35-183 to the City Code to Provide Exemptions from Admissions Taxes" and requested the Body's support, attached hereto and made a part of the record. Council Member Wooten requested support for the Ordinance. August 27, 2024 A� ^mob CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH AGENDA ITEM ITEM: An Ordinance to Add Section 35-183 to the City Code to Provide Exemptions from Admissions Taxes MEETING DATE: September 3, 2024 ■ Background: The City imposes admissions taxes upon participants at events that are open to the public and to which an admission charge applies. The admissions tax generates approximately $8 million a year, and the revenue is split between the TIP Fund (80%) and Arts and Culture (20%). The Commissioner of the Revenue desires to codify two types of exemptions that are expressly provided for other types of taxes. First, the attached ordinance would make clear admissions paid by and used for the Commonwealth, any political subdivision of the Commonwealth, or the United States are exempt from admissions taxes. Second, public or private elementary, secondary, or college sponsored visits to, for example, the Virginia Aquarium or the Sandler Center would also be exempt from admissions taxes. ■ Considerations: The Commissioner of the Revenue does not believe this ordinance will materially impact revenues. ■ Public Information: Public information will be provided through the normal Council agenda process. ■ Attachments: Ordinance Requested by: REQUESTED BY THE COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE 1 AN ORDINANCE TO ADD SECTION 35-183 TO 2 THE CITY CODE TO PROVIDE EXEMPTIONS 3 FROM ADMISSIONS TAXES 4 5 SECTION ADDED: 35-183 6 7 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, 8 VIRGINIA, THAT: 9 10 The City Code is hereby amended and reordained to add Section 35-183 to read 11 as follows: 12 13 Sec. 35-183. Exemptions 14 15 The tax imposed under this article shall not be levied on the following persons paving a 16 _charge for admission or participation: 17 18 (a.) Admission charges purchased by, and which are paid for directly by the 19 commonwealth, any political subdivision of the commonwealth or the United 20 States. 21 22 (b.) Admission charges purchased by, and which are paid for directly by a public 23 or private elementary, secondary, or college that is eligible to offer events 24 subwect to the "school-sponsored events" provided in § 35 182(a)(1) Adopted by the City Council of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, this day of , 2024. APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: Ammission enue City Attorney's Office CA R-1 August 1, 2024 28 CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSIONIINITMTIVES/COMMENTS ITEM#76067 (Continued) Vice Mayor Wilson advised as the summer season is coming to an end, she has learned of a fairly large hotel occupancy disparity between some that were fully booked with no vacancies and other hotel that have had a 20%decrease this year. Vice Mayor Wilson believes it could be due in part to the City's tourism branding and suggested having the Advertising Advisory Committee(AAC)look into this as plans for next year are developed. Vice Mayor Wilson advised if the hotels do not do well, it affects the restaurants and City as well and would like to see all aspects of tourism succeed. Council Member Ross-Hammond requested a list of the hotels to share with Council Member Remick, both who are Council Liaisons to the AA and can share with the Committee. Council Member Taylor advised he believes the City just had a company help the City with rebranding efforts and understands the Marriott which is new and the Delta that completed renovations are both doing extremely well and believes it will be difficult to convince tourists to come to the City and pay$300 to$400 a night at a two (2)star hotel that has not been renovated in five(5)years. Council Member Remick advised he has heard the same information Vice Mayor Wilson shared as well as a decline in travel across the country and believes it is important for the City to address. Council Member Remick advised the AAC, through the Convention and Visitor's Bureau, hired the Miles Agency three (3) years ago and area year into their marketing campaign. Council Member Remick advised the City's slogan is still "Live the Life", but the Miles Agency has introduced, "Happiness is "and people can fill in the blank with things like having a nice meal, a stroll on the Boardwalk or another nice place in the City. Council Member Remick suggested having the Miles Agency provide the Body a presentation. August 27, 2024 29 ADJOURNMENT ITEM#76068 Mayor Robert M. Dyer DECLARED the City Council FORMAL SESSION ADJOURNED at 5:34 P.M. is Chief Deputy City Clerk Amanda Barnes Robert M. Dyer City Clerk,MMC Mayor City of Virginia Beach Virginia August 27, 2024