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1. Invocation - Pastor Irvin D. Melvin True Vine Baptist Church
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The invocation was rendered by Pastor Irvin D. Melvin, True Vine Baptist Church, Newport News.
2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Councilman Herbert H. Bateman, Jr.
3. Public Hearings
A. Conditional Use Permit - Hussey Associates & Hiden Associates, CU-09-259
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NUMBER CU-09-259 FOR THE HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED PROPERTY FOR THE PURPOSE OF PERMITTING THE CONSTRUCITON AND OPERATION OF A RESTAURANT WITH DRIVE THROUGH SERVICE ADJACENT TO RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY IN A C1 RETAIL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT.
Mr. J. Gregory Dodd, Agent for Chick-Fil-A, available for questions.
Motion to closure of the public hearing A. Conditional Use Permit - Hussey Associates & Hiden Associates, CU-09-259 Moved by Bateman, seconded by Woodbury.
Vote to closure of the public hearing A. Conditional Use Permit - Hussey Associates & Hiden Associates, CU-09-259 (Approved)
Motion to adoption of the ordinance A. Conditional Use Permit - Hussey Associates & Hiden Associates, CU-09-259 Moved by Bateman, seconded by Vick.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance A. Conditional Use Permit - Hussey Associates & Hiden Associates, CU-09-259 (Approved)
B. Zoning Text Amendment - City of Newport News, ZT-09-268
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REORDAIN CHAPTER 45, ZONING ORDINANCE, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, ARTICLE II., DEFINITIONS, SECTION 45-201, DEFINITION OF CERTAIN WORDS AND TERMS, BY AMENDING THERETO THE DEFINITION OF DWELLING, TWO-FAMILY.
Motion to closure of the public hearing B. Zoning Text Amendment - City of Newport News, ZT-09-268 Moved by Bateman, seconded by Scott.
Vote to closure of the public hearing B. Zoning Text Amendment - City of Newport News, ZT-09-268 (Approved)
Presentation by Sheila McAllister, Assistant Director, Department of Planning.
Motion to adoption of the ordinance B. Zoning Text Amendment - City of Newport News, ZT-09-268 Moved by Bateman, seconded by Whitaker.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance B. Zoning Text Amendment - City of Newport News, ZT-09-268 (Approved)
C. Deed of Easement to the Virginia Board of Historic Resources for Endview
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST, ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, THAT CERTAIN DEED OF EASEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, AND COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA, BOARD OF HISTORIC RESOURCES, DATED THE 31ST DAY OF DECEMBER, 2008.
Motion to closure of the public hearing C. Deed of Easement to the Virginia Board of Historic Resources for Endview Moved by Bateman, seconded by Scott.
Vote to closure of the public hearing C. Deed of Easement to the Virginia Board of Historic Resources for Endview (Approved)
Motion to adoption of the ordinance C. Deed of Easement to the Virginia Board of Historic Resources for Endview Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Bateman.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance C. Deed of Easement to the Virginia Board of Historic Resources for Endview (Approved)
D. Conveyance of Surplus City-Owned Property to Newport News
Redevelopment and Housing Authority
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST, ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS, INCLUDING DEEDS, NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN CITY OWNED PROPERTY TO THE NEWPORT NEWS REDEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING AUTHORITY.
Motion to closure of the public hearing D. Conveyance of Surplus City-Owned Property to Newport News
Redevelopment and Housing Authority Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Scott.
Vote to closure of the public hearing D. Conveyance of Surplus City-Owned Property to Newport News
Redevelopment and Housing Authority (Approved)
Motion to adoption of the ordinance D. Conveyance of Surplus City-Owned Property to Newport News
Redevelopment and Housing Authority Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Vick.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance D. Conveyance of Surplus City-Owned Property to Newport News
Redevelopment and Housing Authority (Approved)
E. Fiscal Year 2009 Bond Authorization
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF THIRTY MILLION DOLLARS ($30,000,000) PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, GENERAL OBLIGATION GENERAL IMPROVEMENT BONDS FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING FUNDS TO PAY THE COSTS OF VARIOUS PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS OF AND FOR THE CITY; FIXING THE FORM, DENOMINATION AND CERTAIN OTHER DETAILS OF SUCH BONDS; PROVIDING FOR THE SALE OF SUCH BONDS AND DELEGATING TO THE CITY MANAGER CERTAIN POWERS WITH RESPECT THERETO; AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION AND DELIVERY OF A PRELIMINARY OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND A FINAL OFFICIAL STATEMENT RELATING TO THE BONDS; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND DELIVER A CONTINUING DISCLOSURE CERTIFICATE OR A CONTINUING DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT RELATING TO THE BONDS; AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF A LIKE PRINCIPAL AMOUNG OF GENERAL OBLIGATION GENERAL IMPROVEMENT BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES IN ANTICIPATION OF THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF SUCH BONDS; SPECIFYING MORE PARTICULARLY THE PURPOSES TO WHICH THE PROCEEDS SHALL BE APPLIED; AND PROVIDING THAT THE AUTHORIZATION OF SUCH BONDS IS IN LIEU OF AND IN SUBSTITUTION FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION GENERAL IMPROVEMENT BONDS AUTHORIZED BUT UNISSUED UNDER AND PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 6263.06 AND ORDINANCE NO. 6420-07.
Motion to closure of the public hearing E. Fiscal Year 2009 Bond Authorization Moved by Scott, seconded by Whitaker.
Vote to closure of the public hearing E. Fiscal Year 2009 Bond Authorization (Approved)
Motion to adoption of the ordinance E. Fiscal Year 2009 Bond Authorization Moved by Vick, seconded by Whitaker.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance E. Fiscal Year 2009 Bond Authorization (Approved)
4. Consent Agenda
A. Minutes of the Work Session of February 10, 2009
B. Minutes of the Special Meeting of February 10, 2009
C. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 10, 2009
D. Resolution of Recognition: Dr. Peter A. Sim
A RESOLUTION OF RECOGNITION FOR DOCTOR PETER A. SIM
E. Resolution of Recognition: Mike Tomlin, Pittsburgh Steelers
A RESOLUTION OF RECOGNITION FOR MIKE TOMLIN, COACH OF THE PITTSBURGH STEELERS.
Motion to adoption of consent agenda E. Fiscal Year 2009 Bond Authorization Moved by Scott, seconded by Bateman.
Vote to adoption of consent agenda E. Fiscal Year 2009 Bond Authorization (Approved)
5. Ordinance Authorizing the Refunding of Bonds
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED SIXTY-FIVE MILLION DOLLARS ($65,000,000) PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF GENERALOBLIGATIONS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, IN THE FORM OF CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, GENERAL OBLIGATION GENERAL IMPROVEMENT REFUNDING BONDS AND/OR GENERAL OBLIGATION WATER REFUNDING BONDS FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING FUNDS TO REFUND IN ADVANCE OF THEIR STATED MATURITIES AND REDEEM CERTAIN OUTSTANDING GENERAL OBLIGATION GENERAL IMPROVEMENT BONDS AND/OR GENERAL OBLIGATION WATER BONDS OF SUCH CITY; AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF SUCH BONDS; FIXING THE FORM, DENOMINATION AND CERTAIN OTHER DETAILS OF SUCH BONDS; PROVIDING FOR THE SALE OF SUCH BONDS AND DELEGATING TO THE CITY MANAGER CERTAIN POWERS WITH RESPECT THERETO, INCLUDING THE POWER TO SELECT THE UNDERWITERS THEREFORE; AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO ENTER INTO ONE OR MORE BOND PURCHASE CONTRACTS BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE UNDERWRITERS RELATING TO SUCH BONDS; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND DELIVER SUCH BOND PURCHASE CONTRACTS; AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION AND DELIVERY OF THE PRELIMINARY OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND FINAL OFFICIAL STATEMENT RELATING TO SUCH BONDS; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND DELIVER A CONTINUING DISCLOSURE CERTIFICATE OR A CONTINUING DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT RELATING TO SUCH BONDS; AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF AN ESCROW AGENT; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF AN ESCROW DEPOSIT AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY AND SUCH ESCROW AGEND AND THE PURCHASE OF THE SECURITIES TO BE HELD THEREUNDER; AND AUTHORIZING THE DESIGNATION OF THE REFUNDED BONDS FOR REDEMPTION.
Motion to adoption of the ordinance 5. Ordinance Authorizing the Refunding of Bonds Moved by Scott, seconded by Whitaker.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance 5. Ordinance Authorizing the Refunding of Bonds (Approved)
6. Appropriations
A. Public Utilities - Lee Hall Upper and Lower Dam Modifications - $127,000
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM WATER GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS ($127,000.00) TO LEE HALL UPPER AND LOWER DAMS MODIFICATIONS ENGINEERING SERVICES ($114,862.00) AND CONTINGENCY ($12,138.00).
B. Public Utilities - Skiffe's Creek Dam Modifications - $186,000
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM WATER GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS ($186,000.00) TO SKIFFE’S CREEK DAM MODIFICATIONS – ENGINEERING SERVICES ($168,377.00) AND CONTINGENCY ($17,623.00).
C. Economic Development Authority/Hornsby Tire Company Relocation Project - $475,000
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM FY 2009 BONDS AUTHORIZED AND UNISSUED – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ($475,000.00) TO HORNSBY RELOCATION ($475,000.00).
Motion to adoption of appropriation 6. Appropriations Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Woodbury.
Vote to adoption of appropriation 6. Appropriations (Approved)
7. Citizen Comments on Matters Germane to the Business of City Council
Evelyn Valerio, Colony Rd, NNPD, 20 years, addressed Council about proposed changes to retirement benefits, specifically elimination of overtime. A majority of employees work normal work schedule. Police officers’ schedules can change without much notice. Feels overtime should remain.
Mr. James Crawford, 2 Conway Road, Newport News, referenced article about rental property occupied by CNU students and issues had improved. Mr. Crawford indicated that may be the case of Paddock Lane, but not in his quiet neighborhood. Had conversation with a few of the kids. Feels this is a City problem, not CNU’s problem. Students should not be "babied". Cannot stand the noise and constant disturbances several times per week.
City Manager commented on issues and stated that CNU was trying to actively address the problem.
Mr. John Procyson, 305 Normandy Lane, Newport News, respectfully be given opportunity to address a Council member’s comments. Left turn lane on Warwick Boulevard at CVS Pharmacy. Congrats to Budget for saving $2.2 milllion.
Mr. Warren Kempf, 304 Heacox Lane, Newport News, father of NN police officer. Addressed budget cuts, proposed changes to retirement benefits for City employees, specifically elimination of overtime in the calculation. Officers are on the clock all of the time. Eliminating overtime is breaking faith with those employees we expect to protect us at all times. Consider the protective services as unique. Must be considered on a separate schedule.
Ms. Carol Hogge, 3 Gay Drive, Newport News, request mtnce rcds from 1959 - 2009 of DC Pier, Floyd Ward and the CIty. 1989 contract, $ collected. Why did City block off the road. Request the pier be rebuilt.
Mr. Steve Pincus, 120 Leslie Lane, Yorktown, addressed retirement proposal by City Manager Hildebrandt. Copy of remarks distributed.
Ms. Joan Minarik, 114 Linbrook Drive, Newport News, commended SPS for Town Hall Meeting. Encourage more Town Meetings. Economic Summit - hoped this would be the first of many, and be held at time when more citizens can participate.
Ms. Cary Nunnally, 9 Hilton Terrace, Newport News, referenced article forwarded to her by a member in the North District. Assessments are dropping in other municipalities. Assessment Workshop being held by RETRO. Appoint Citizen Advisory Board to help reducing the City’s debt.
Mr. William Pelkey, 556H Loch Ness Drive, Newport News, addressed overtime with regard to public service. Feels officers signed up for the job. They already have the overtime. Referenced Feb. 17 - "Standup Parenting" article.
*8. New Business and Councilmember Comments
Councilman Bateman, appreciated comments. Offered to meet with Mr. Pincus.
Councilwoman Scott thanked everyone for their attendance and participation at her Town Hall meeting. Invited City Manager to come again. Next meeting March 23, 2009. Congratulated Alondo McClees; and UAV Communications, celebrating 5 years in business in Newport News.
Councilwoman Tina Vick congratulated Pastor Corey Brown on his 3rd year anniversary at Providence Baptist Church.
Vice Mayor Whitaker acknowledged many of his constituents present at the meeting. Urged everyone to come together and do what is best for the City.
Councilwoman Woodbury thanked everyone. Co-town Meeting with Betty Dixon. Monday, March 2, 2009 at Warwick High School. Happy Fat Tuesday. Mentioned Economic Summit. Not being paid by taxpayers. Congratulated Select Team, International Disneyworld Contest - 3rd Place.
Mayor Frank invited everyone to the Economic Summit on Monday, March 9, 2009, 8 a.m. at the Marriott, City Center. Will be televised and video streamed on www.nngov.com.
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1. Invocation - Pastor Irvin D. Melvin True Vine Baptist Church
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The invocation was rendered by Pastor Irvin D. Melvin, True Vine Baptist Church, Newport News.
2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Councilman Herbert H. Bateman, Jr.
3. Public Hearings
A. Conditional Use Permit - Hussey Associates & Hiden Associates, CU-09-259
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NUMBER CU-09-259 FOR THE HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED PROPERTY FOR THE PURPOSE OF PERMITTING THE CONSTRUCITON AND OPERATION OF A RESTAURANT WITH DRIVE THROUGH SERVICE ADJACENT TO RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY IN A C1 RETAIL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT.
Mr. J. Gregory Dodd, Agent for Chick-Fil-A, available for questions.
Motion to closure of the public hearing A. Conditional Use Permit - Hussey Associates & Hiden Associates, CU-09-259 Moved by Bateman, seconded by Woodbury.
Vote to closure of the public hearing A. Conditional Use Permit - Hussey Associates & Hiden Associates, CU-09-259 (Approved)
Motion to adoption of the ordinance A. Conditional Use Permit - Hussey Associates & Hiden Associates, CU-09-259 Moved by Bateman, seconded by Vick.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance A. Conditional Use Permit - Hussey Associates & Hiden Associates, CU-09-259 (Approved)
B. Zoning Text Amendment - City of Newport News, ZT-09-268
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REORDAIN CHAPTER 45, ZONING ORDINANCE, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, ARTICLE II., DEFINITIONS, SECTION 45-201, DEFINITION OF CERTAIN WORDS AND TERMS, BY AMENDING THERETO THE DEFINITION OF DWELLING, TWO-FAMILY.
Motion to closure of the public hearing B. Zoning Text Amendment - City of Newport News, ZT-09-268 Moved by Bateman, seconded by Scott.
Vote to closure of the public hearing B. Zoning Text Amendment - City of Newport News, ZT-09-268 (Approved)
Presentation by Sheila McAllister, Assistant Director, Department of Planning.
Motion to adoption of the ordinance B. Zoning Text Amendment - City of Newport News, ZT-09-268 Moved by Bateman, seconded by Whitaker.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance B. Zoning Text Amendment - City of Newport News, ZT-09-268 (Approved)
C. Deed of Easement to the Virginia Board of Historic Resources for Endview
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST, ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, THAT CERTAIN DEED OF EASEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, AND COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA, BOARD OF HISTORIC RESOURCES, DATED THE 31ST DAY OF DECEMBER, 2008.
Motion to closure of the public hearing C. Deed of Easement to the Virginia Board of Historic Resources for Endview Moved by Bateman, seconded by Scott.
Vote to closure of the public hearing C. Deed of Easement to the Virginia Board of Historic Resources for Endview (Approved)
Motion to adoption of the ordinance C. Deed of Easement to the Virginia Board of Historic Resources for Endview Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Bateman.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance C. Deed of Easement to the Virginia Board of Historic Resources for Endview (Approved)
D. Conveyance of Surplus City-Owned Property to Newport News
Redevelopment and Housing Authority
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST, ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS, INCLUDING DEEDS, NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN CITY OWNED PROPERTY TO THE NEWPORT NEWS REDEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING AUTHORITY.
Motion to closure of the public hearing D. Conveyance of Surplus City-Owned Property to Newport News
Redevelopment and Housing Authority Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Scott.
Vote to closure of the public hearing D. Conveyance of Surplus City-Owned Property to Newport News
Redevelopment and Housing Authority (Approved)
Motion to adoption of the ordinance D. Conveyance of Surplus City-Owned Property to Newport News
Redevelopment and Housing Authority Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Vick.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance D. Conveyance of Surplus City-Owned Property to Newport News
Redevelopment and Housing Authority (Approved)
E. Fiscal Year 2009 Bond Authorization
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF THIRTY MILLION DOLLARS ($30,000,000) PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, GENERAL OBLIGATION GENERAL IMPROVEMENT BONDS FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING FUNDS TO PAY THE COSTS OF VARIOUS PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS OF AND FOR THE CITY; FIXING THE FORM, DENOMINATION AND CERTAIN OTHER DETAILS OF SUCH BONDS; PROVIDING FOR THE SALE OF SUCH BONDS AND DELEGATING TO THE CITY MANAGER CERTAIN POWERS WITH RESPECT THERETO; AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION AND DELIVERY OF A PRELIMINARY OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND A FINAL OFFICIAL STATEMENT RELATING TO THE BONDS; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND DELIVER A CONTINUING DISCLOSURE CERTIFICATE OR A CONTINUING DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT RELATING TO THE BONDS; AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF A LIKE PRINCIPAL AMOUNG OF GENERAL OBLIGATION GENERAL IMPROVEMENT BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES IN ANTICIPATION OF THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF SUCH BONDS; SPECIFYING MORE PARTICULARLY THE PURPOSES TO WHICH THE PROCEEDS SHALL BE APPLIED; AND PROVIDING THAT THE AUTHORIZATION OF SUCH BONDS IS IN LIEU OF AND IN SUBSTITUTION FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION GENERAL IMPROVEMENT BONDS AUTHORIZED BUT UNISSUED UNDER AND PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 6263.06 AND ORDINANCE NO. 6420-07.
Motion to closure of the public hearing E. Fiscal Year 2009 Bond Authorization Moved by Scott, seconded by Whitaker.
Vote to closure of the public hearing E. Fiscal Year 2009 Bond Authorization (Approved)
Motion to adoption of the ordinance E. Fiscal Year 2009 Bond Authorization Moved by Vick, seconded by Whitaker.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance E. Fiscal Year 2009 Bond Authorization (Approved)
4. Consent Agenda
A. Minutes of the Work Session of February 10, 2009
B. Minutes of the Special Meeting of February 10, 2009
C. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 10, 2009
D. Resolution of Recognition: Dr. Peter A. Sim
A RESOLUTION OF RECOGNITION FOR DOCTOR PETER A. SIM
E. Resolution of Recognition: Mike Tomlin, Pittsburgh Steelers
A RESOLUTION OF RECOGNITION FOR MIKE TOMLIN, COACH OF THE PITTSBURGH STEELERS.
Motion to adoption of consent agenda E. Fiscal Year 2009 Bond Authorization Moved by Scott, seconded by Bateman.
Vote to adoption of consent agenda E. Fiscal Year 2009 Bond Authorization (Approved)
5. Ordinance Authorizing the Refunding of Bonds
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED SIXTY-FIVE MILLION DOLLARS ($65,000,000) PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF GENERALOBLIGATIONS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, IN THE FORM OF CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, GENERAL OBLIGATION GENERAL IMPROVEMENT REFUNDING BONDS AND/OR GENERAL OBLIGATION WATER REFUNDING BONDS FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING FUNDS TO REFUND IN ADVANCE OF THEIR STATED MATURITIES AND REDEEM CERTAIN OUTSTANDING GENERAL OBLIGATION GENERAL IMPROVEMENT BONDS AND/OR GENERAL OBLIGATION WATER BONDS OF SUCH CITY; AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF SUCH BONDS; FIXING THE FORM, DENOMINATION AND CERTAIN OTHER DETAILS OF SUCH BONDS; PROVIDING FOR THE SALE OF SUCH BONDS AND DELEGATING TO THE CITY MANAGER CERTAIN POWERS WITH RESPECT THERETO, INCLUDING THE POWER TO SELECT THE UNDERWITERS THEREFORE; AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO ENTER INTO ONE OR MORE BOND PURCHASE CONTRACTS BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE UNDERWRITERS RELATING TO SUCH BONDS; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND DELIVER SUCH BOND PURCHASE CONTRACTS; AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION AND DELIVERY OF THE PRELIMINARY OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND FINAL OFFICIAL STATEMENT RELATING TO SUCH BONDS; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND DELIVER A CONTINUING DISCLOSURE CERTIFICATE OR A CONTINUING DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT RELATING TO SUCH BONDS; AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF AN ESCROW AGENT; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF AN ESCROW DEPOSIT AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY AND SUCH ESCROW AGEND AND THE PURCHASE OF THE SECURITIES TO BE HELD THEREUNDER; AND AUTHORIZING THE DESIGNATION OF THE REFUNDED BONDS FOR REDEMPTION.
Motion to adoption of the ordinance 5. Ordinance Authorizing the Refunding of Bonds Moved by Scott, seconded by Whitaker.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance 5. Ordinance Authorizing the Refunding of Bonds (Approved)
6. Appropriations
A. Public Utilities - Lee Hall Upper and Lower Dam Modifications - $127,000
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM WATER GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS ($127,000.00) TO LEE HALL UPPER AND LOWER DAMS MODIFICATIONS ENGINEERING SERVICES ($114,862.00) AND CONTINGENCY ($12,138.00).
B. Public Utilities - Skiffe's Creek Dam Modifications - $186,000
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM WATER GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS ($186,000.00) TO SKIFFE’S CREEK DAM MODIFICATIONS – ENGINEERING SERVICES ($168,377.00) AND CONTINGENCY ($17,623.00).
C. Economic Development Authority/Hornsby Tire Company Relocation Project - $475,000
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM FY 2009 BONDS AUTHORIZED AND UNISSUED – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ($475,000.00) TO HORNSBY RELOCATION ($475,000.00).
Motion to adoption of appropriation 6. Appropriations Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Woodbury.
Vote to adoption of appropriation 6. Appropriations (Approved)
7. Citizen Comments on Matters Germane to the Business of City Council
Evelyn Valerio, Colony Rd, NNPD, 20 years, addressed Council about proposed changes to retirement benefits, specifically elimination of overtime. A majority of employees work normal work schedule. Police officers’ schedules can change without much notice. Feels overtime should remain.
Mr. James Crawford, 2 Conway Road, Newport News, referenced article about rental property occupied by CNU students and issues had improved. Mr. Crawford indicated that may be the case of Paddock Lane, but not in his quiet neighborhood. Had conversation with a few of the kids. Feels this is a City problem, not CNU’s problem. Students should not be "babied". Cannot stand the noise and constant disturbances several times per week.
City Manager commented on issues and stated that CNU was trying to actively address the problem.
Mr. John Procyson, 305 Normandy Lane, Newport News, respectfully be given opportunity to address a Council member’s comments. Left turn lane on Warwick Boulevard at CVS Pharmacy. Congrats to Budget for saving $2.2 milllion.
Mr. Warren Kempf, 304 Heacox Lane, Newport News, father of NN police officer. Addressed budget cuts, proposed changes to retirement benefits for City employees, specifically elimination of overtime in the calculation. Officers are on the clock all of the time. Eliminating overtime is breaking faith with those employees we expect to protect us at all times. Consider the protective services as unique. Must be considered on a separate schedule.
Ms. Carol Hogge, 3 Gay Drive, Newport News, request mtnce rcds from 1959 - 2009 of DC Pier, Floyd Ward and the CIty. 1989 contract, $ collected. Why did City block off the road. Request the pier be rebuilt.
Mr. Steve Pincus, 120 Leslie Lane, Yorktown, addressed retirement proposal by City Manager Hildebrandt. Copy of remarks distributed.
Ms. Joan Minarik, 114 Linbrook Drive, Newport News, commended SPS for Town Hall Meeting. Encourage more Town Meetings. Economic Summit - hoped this would be the first of many, and be held at time when more citizens can participate.
Ms. Cary Nunnally, 9 Hilton Terrace, Newport News, referenced article forwarded to her by a member in the North District. Assessments are dropping in other municipalities. Assessment Workshop being held by RETRO. Appoint Citizen Advisory Board to help reducing the City’s debt.
Mr. William Pelkey, 556H Loch Ness Drive, Newport News, addressed overtime with regard to public service. Feels officers signed up for the job. They already have the overtime. Referenced Feb. 17 - "Standup Parenting" article.
*8. New Business and Councilmember Comments
Councilman Bateman, appreciated comments. Offered to meet with Mr. Pincus.
Councilwoman Scott thanked everyone for their attendance and participation at her Town Hall meeting. Invited City Manager to come again. Next meeting March 23, 2009. Congratulated Alondo McClees; and UAV Communications, celebrating 5 years in business in Newport News.
Councilwoman Tina Vick congratulated Pastor Corey Brown on his 3rd year anniversary at Providence Baptist Church.
Vice Mayor Whitaker acknowledged many of his constituents present at the meeting. Urged everyone to come together and do what is best for the City.
Councilwoman Woodbury thanked everyone. Co-town Meeting with Betty Dixon. Monday, March 2, 2009 at Warwick High School. Happy Fat Tuesday. Mentioned Economic Summit. Not being paid by taxpayers. Congratulated Select Team, International Disneyworld Contest - 3rd Place.
Mayor Frank invited everyone to the Economic Summit on Monday, March 9, 2009, 8 a.m. at the Marriott, City Center. Will be televised and video streamed on www.nngov.com.
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