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1. Hilton Village, One of America’s 10 Great Neighborhoods by the American Planning Association (APA)
7:30 p.m.
A. Call to Order
Roll call (7 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
B. Invocation
The invocation was rendered by Reverend Synetheia N. Newby, Gethsemane Baptist Church.
C. 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 Councilwoman Tina L. Vick.
D. Public Hearings
1. Change of Zoning - CZ-09-278, Jeff Bland Associates, LLC, from C1 Retail Commercial with Proffers to R9 Mixed Use with Proffers
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REORDAIN ORDINANCE NO. 5028-97 BY AMENDING THAT CERTAIN MAP ENTITLED, “ZONING DISTRICT MAP” (CONSISTING OF REAL ESTATE ASSESSMENT MAPS 001 THROUGH 322 AND KEPT ON FILE IN THE OFFICES OF THE DEPARTMENTS OF CODES COMPLIANCE AND PLANNING) DATED THE 10TH DAY OF JUNE, 1997, WHICH SAID MAP IS MADE A PART OF THE SAID ORDINANCE NO. 5028-97. This ordinance changed the zoning of properties totaling 13.73 acres located at 400 Chatham Drive and 12515 Jefferson Avenue (former Noland Building) from C1 Retail Commercial with proffers, to R9 Mixed Use with proffers, to construct a retail center and a 250-unit apartment complex. On November 24, 2009, City Council deferred this item to the January 12, 2010 Regular Meeting, to allow the applicant’s consultant time to prepare a Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) for the proposed development. A draft TIA was submitted to the Department of Engineering on December 22, 2009 for preliminary review. City Council approved a change of zoning of the property from M1 Light Industrial to C1 Retail Commercial with proffers on August 12, 2008. The rezoning permitted the development of a retail center that was to include a pharmacy, a bank with drive-through service, restaurant, and other retail uses. The Framework for the Future 2030 recommended regional commercial uses for the property. The Department of Planning recommended denial of the request. The Planning Commission voted 4:3 with one abstention, to recommend to City Council, approval of the change of zoning with proffers. The applicant submitted amended proffers that addressed traffic concerns, and the demolition of the former Noland building and sign on the property. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to closure of the public hearing Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Vick.
Vote to closure of the public hearing (Approved)
Motion to adoption of the ordinance Moved by McMillan, seconded by Whitaker.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance (Approved)
2. Conditional Use Permit - CU-09-266, New Grafton Baptist Church, 4401 Chestnut Avenue
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NUMBER CU-09-266 FOR THE HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED PROPERTY FOR THE PURPOSE OF ALLOWING A PRE-SCHOOL WITH CHILD CARE CENTER, PART OF A COMMUNITY FACILITY. This ordinance allowed for a preschool with a child care center as part of a community facility located on a 1.39 acre property at 4401 Chestnut Avenue and zoned R4 Single-Family Dwelling. The child care facility would be licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services. Enrollment would be limited to 40 children and activities would be conducted in a 3,996 square-foot, dividable, multi-purpose room. An outdoor playground would be provided within an enclosed courtyard and should not adversely impact the surrounding neighborhood. On December 2, 2009, the Planning Commission voted unanimously (6:0) to recommend approval of the request with conditions. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to closure of the public hearing Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Scott.
Vote to closure of the public hearing (Approved)
Motion to adoption of the ordinance Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Vick.
3. Ordinance Granting Utility Easement - 15206 Warwick Boulevard and a Portion of Denbigh Park Drive (Stoney Run Recreation Center)
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ACTINC CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST, ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, THAT CERTAIN DEED OR EASEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, AND VIRGINIA ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANY, D/B/A DOMINION VIRGINIA POWER, DATED THE 12TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2010, FOR THE STONEY RUN RECREATION CENTER. This ordinance granted a utility easement to Virginia Electric and Power Company, D/B/A Dominion Virginia Power, under City-owned property located at 15206 Warwick Boulevard. A request to receive bids was advertised in the Daily Press on November 23, 2009 and November 30, 2009. City Council received one bid for this easement at its December 8, 2009 meeting. This easement was needed to finalize the recorded plat for underground conduits and cables for the relocation of electrical service at the new Stoney Run Recreation Center. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to closure of the public hearing Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Vick.
Vote to closure of the public hearing (Approved)
Motion to adoption of the ordinance Moved by Vick, seconded by Whitaker.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance (Approved)
E. Consent Agenda
1. Minutes of the Joint Legislative Breakfast Meeting of December 2, 2009
2. Minutes of the Work Session of December 8, 2009
3. Minutes of the Special Meeting of December 8, 2009
4. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 8, 2009
5. Resolution Amending Resolution Number 11798-09 of Support for the Peninsula Alcohol Safety Action Program (PASAP)
A RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR THE PENINSULA ALCOHOL SAFETY ACTION PROGRAM (PENINSULA ASAP). This resolution complied with the Peninsula ASAP Corrective Action Plan to meet State certification requirements. Peninsula ASAP provided a network of probationary, administrative, case management, and client intervention services to court-related DUI and DUID (driving under the influence of drugs) cases. The program diverted offenders from costly incarceration in local jails. All local Alcohols Safety Action Programs operating under Virginia Code required certification by the State Commission on Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program (VASAP) every three years. A certification compliance audit found PASAP in non-compliance by no referencing the relevant Virginia State Code Sections, which provided authority for the operation of the program. In order to remedy this oversight, PASAP requested each participating locality to amend the “model” Resolution of Support. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
6. Ordinance Repealing City Code, Chapter 2, Administration, Article XII, Section 2-451, to Dissolve the Peninsula Ports Authority of Virginia (PPAV)
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REORDAIN CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, ARTICLE XII., PENINSULA PORT AND INDUSTRIAL AUTORITY, BY REPEALING SECTION 2-451, CREATED; COMPOSITION; POWERS AND DUTIES; ETC. This ordinance repealed City Code, Chapter 2, Administration, Article XII, Section 2-451, to dissolve the Peninsula Ports Authority of Virginia (PPAV). PPAV adopted a Resolution on May 5, 2009, in which it found that substantially all of its functions had been taken over, or were being undertaken by one or more political subdivisions, and that the entity should be dissolved. The Newport News City Council, at its November 10, 2009 Work Session, concurred with PPAV and its dissolution, subject to the Economic Development Authority of the City of Newport News, Virginia (EDA) and PPAV entering into a Transfer and Assumption Agreement. The EDA approved the Transfer and Assumption Agreement on December 4, 2009. On December 21, 2009, PPAV approved the Transfer and Assumption Agreement. The Transfer and Assumption Agreement were fully executed as of December 21, 2009. The City Attorney’s Office advised that it was appropriate to repeal Section 2-451 of the City Code to administratively amend and reordain the section that related to PPAV. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of consent agenda Items Items E. 2. - 6. Moved by Bateman, seconded by Whitaker.
Vote to adoption of consent agenda Items Items E. 2. - 6. (Approved)
Motion to adoption of consent agenda Item E.1. Moved by Bateman, seconded by Woodbury.
Vote to adoption of consent agenda Item E.1. (Approved)
F. Other City Council Actions
1. Resolution Approving Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) for Fiscal Years 2011 - 2015
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2011 TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2015 FOR THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA. This resolution approved the Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) for Fiscal Years 2011-2105 for the City of Newport News. The recommended FY 2011-Fy 2015 CIP was a comprehensive plan that took into consideration both the City’s need to pursue high priority capital projects and spending restraint required during the continued economic downturn. Funding for the first year of the plan (FY 2011) was proposed only for those capital projects identified as highest priority. This recommended plan represented a fiscally responsible strategy that adhered to the City’s Capital Financing and Debt Management Policies adopted by City Council in January 2007. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of the resolution Moved by Bateman, seconded by Vick.
Vote to adoption of the resolution (Approved)
2. Ordinance Approving the Number of Meeting Days (17) for the Board of Review of Real Estate Assessments - Commissioner of the Revenue's Office
AN ORDINANCE SETTING THE NUMBER OF DAYS SUFFICIENT FOR COMPLETION OF THE SEPTEMBER-NOVEMBER 2009 TERM OF THE BOARD OF REVIEW OF REAL ESTATE ASSESSMENTS. This ordinance set the number of days for the completion of work of the Board of Review of Real Estate Assessments for the 2009 year of service. The Commissioner of the Revenue’s Office staffs the Board of Review and recommends that 17 days be allotted the Board for completion of its work. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of the ordinance Moved by Bateman, seconded by Vick.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance (Approved)
3. Resolution Increasing the Lane Mileage of the City’s Street Maintenance Inventory for the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS REQUESTING THAT THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION INCLUDE FOR MAINTENANCE PAYMENT PURPOSES THOSE STREETS LISTED HEREIN. This resolution increased the lane mileage of the City’s street maintenance inventory for the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT). The resolution complied with the VDOT requirement to formally add to the City’s street maintenance inventory an increase in lane mileage of identified streets for street maintenance payments. Additions to the City’s street maintenance inventory were identified and accepted by City Council. The City’s street maintenance inventory was reported to VDOT for State payment to the locality for maintenance purposed and required a resolution of City Council. The streets were constructed to the standards required by the State and were eligible for State maintenance funds. This resolution complied with VDOT’s requires and allowed for the additions to be formally added. The net change requested would increase the inventory by .98 lane miles and would increase revenue in future fiscal years by $9,537.00 beginning with FY 2011. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of the resolution Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Vick.
Vote to adoption of the resolution (Approved)
4. Receipt of Bids for a Utility (Telecommunications) Easement for City-Owned Property Located at 15198 Warwick Boulevard (Stoney Run Recreation Center)
Receive and open bids to grant an easement over City-owned property located at 15198 Warwick Boulevard. A request to receive bids was advertised in the Daily Press on December 28, 2009 and January 4, 2010. The easement was needed to finalize the recorded plat for underground conduits and cables for the relocation of telecommunication services at the new Stoney Run Recreation Center. A public hearing was advertised for the January 26, 2010 Regular Meeting of City Council for consideration of the ordinance that would grant the easement to the successful bidder. No City Council action was required at this meeting.
5. Ordinance Accepting Street and Public Improvements on Aspen Meadows Lane into the City System
AN ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT ASPEN MEADOWS LANE, AND THE PHYSICAL IMPROVEMENTS CONTAINED THEREIN AND THEREON INTO THE CITY STREET SYSTEM. This ordinance accepted the street and public improvements on Aspen Meadows Lane into the City system. A final inspection was made of the street known as Aspen Meadows Lane. The inspection indicated compliance with all requirements. Once accepted, the street, which was constructed at the developer’s expense would be eligible for state maintenance payments. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of the ordinance Moved by Whitaker, seconded by McMillan.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance (Approved)
6. Ordinance Accepting Street and Public Improvements on Knolls Drive into the City System
AN ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT KNOLLS DRIVE, AND THE PHYSICAL IMPROVEMENTS CONTAINED THEREIN AND THEREON INTO THE CITY STREET SYSTEM. This ordinance accepted the street and public improvements on Knolls Drive into the City system. A final inspection was made of the street known as Knolls Drive. The inspection indicated compliance with all requirements. Once accepted, the street, which was constructed at the developer’s expense, would be eligible for state maintenance payments. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of the ordinance as amended Moved by Bateman, seconded by McMillan.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance as amended (Approved)
G. Appropriations
1. Police Department (NNPD): Virginia Department of Emergency Management - Anti-Exposure Flotation Suits - $3,360
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM FEDERAL REVENUE ($2,520.00) AND LOCAL REVENUE – ASSET FORFEITURE ($840.00) TO SPECIALIZED POLICE SUPPLIES ($3,360.00). This resolution appropriated $3,360.00 to purchase anti-exposure floatation equipment. The City applied for and received a grant from the Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM), part of the 2008 Port Security Grant Program, Department of Homeland Security. The Police Department would receive $2,520.00 in federal funds. A local match of $840.00 was required, which would be funded through the use of Asset Forfeiture funds. This appropriation would leverage federal grant funds in the amount of $2,520.00, and a local match of $840.00 in Asset Forfeiture funds. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
2. Police Department (NNPD): Virginia Department of Emergency Management * Sonar System - $37,000
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM FEDERAL REVENUE ($27,750.00) AND LOCAL REVENUE – ASSET FORFEITURE ($9,250.00) TO SPECIALIZED POLICE SUPPLIES ($37,000.00). This resolution appropriated $37,000.00 to purchase a Sonar System. The City applied for and received a grant from the Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM), part of the 2008 Port Security Grant Program, Department of Homeland Security. The Police Department would receive $27,750.00 in federal funds to purchase a sonar system. A local match of $9,250.00 was required, which would be funded through the use of Asset Forfeiture funds. This appropriation would leverage federal grant funds in the amount of $27,750.00, and a local match of $9,250.00 in Asset Forfeiture funds. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
3. Sheriff's Department -- State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) - To Fund the H-NNCSB Inmate Substance Abuse Treatment Program - $28,277
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM SHERIFF BENEFITS SCAAP AWARD ($28,277.00) TO CONTRACTUAL SERVICES ($28,277.00). This resolution appropriated $28,277.00 of Federal Revenue from the State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) to the Sheriff’s Department. The State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP), which was administered by the Federal Bureau of Justice Assistance, provided payments to states and localities that incurred correctional officer salary costs for incarcerating undocumented criminal aliens. SCAAP Award monies could be used only for correctional purposes. The Sheriff’s Office would use the appropriated SCAAP funds for the inmate substance abuse program. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of appropriation Moved by Scott, seconded by Bateman.
Vote to adoption of appropriation (Approved)
H. Citizen Comments on Matters Germane to the Business of City Council
Mr. William Johnson addressed his issues and concerns regarding the conditions at the Warwick SRO Hotel.
Ms. Theresa Lewis addressed issues/concerns regarding the conditions at the Warwick SRO.
Mr. John Procyson addressed Council regarding City spending and homelessness.
Ms. Gloria Deloatch addressed Council re the food drive, Feeding 1000, commended Council members for their participation. Still need SE Plan
Mr. James Stancil newly elected President of RETRO, addressed City Council re assessments and property taxes. Citizen involvement with CM search. BCC make meeting times more convenient. Build new homeless shelter.
Rev. Dr. James Rudisill addressed Council on behalf of the homeless.
I. New Business and Councilmember Comments
TLV thanked volunteers for their help at the Feeding 1000 held at the Alley.
TLV announced 1/23/20 C Waldo Scott Annual Breakfast 9 - 10 a.m.
HHB extended Happy New Year. Thanked CM and Staff.
Citizen Budget Workshop in Feb.
JSF extended condolences to Former Delegate Flora Crittenden.
Councilwoman McMillan moved to adopt a Resolution requesting the Governor of Virginia, to activate all avilable State and Local emergency and Relief Resoures and mechanisms for the benefit of homeowners impacted by defective or reactive drywall.
NN Public Library system won C Herbert Finch Publication Award. Saluted the department.
Rain Barrell Workshop
Motion to adoption of the resolution Moved by McMillan, seconded by Scott.
Vote to adoption of the resolution (Approved)
SPS thanked everyone for participation in the North District Food Drive Party. Thanked Harbor Group for use of AJ Wright Building. Thanked volunteers, staff, DHS.
Expressed concern for homeless. Commended PORT Shelter volunteers. Thanked Rev. Rudisill.
Adjourn
Jan 12, 2010 Regular City Council Meeting
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1. Hilton Village, One of America’s 10 Great Neighborhoods by the American Planning Association (APA)
7:30 p.m.
A. Call to Order
Roll call (7 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
B. Invocation
The invocation was rendered by Reverend Synetheia N. Newby, Gethsemane Baptist Church.
C. 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 Councilwoman Tina L. Vick.
D. Public Hearings
1. Change of Zoning - CZ-09-278, Jeff Bland Associates, LLC, from C1 Retail Commercial with Proffers to R9 Mixed Use with Proffers
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REORDAIN ORDINANCE NO. 5028-97 BY AMENDING THAT CERTAIN MAP ENTITLED, “ZONING DISTRICT MAP” (CONSISTING OF REAL ESTATE ASSESSMENT MAPS 001 THROUGH 322 AND KEPT ON FILE IN THE OFFICES OF THE DEPARTMENTS OF CODES COMPLIANCE AND PLANNING) DATED THE 10TH DAY OF JUNE, 1997, WHICH SAID MAP IS MADE A PART OF THE SAID ORDINANCE NO. 5028-97. This ordinance changed the zoning of properties totaling 13.73 acres located at 400 Chatham Drive and 12515 Jefferson Avenue (former Noland Building) from C1 Retail Commercial with proffers, to R9 Mixed Use with proffers, to construct a retail center and a 250-unit apartment complex. On November 24, 2009, City Council deferred this item to the January 12, 2010 Regular Meeting, to allow the applicant’s consultant time to prepare a Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) for the proposed development. A draft TIA was submitted to the Department of Engineering on December 22, 2009 for preliminary review. City Council approved a change of zoning of the property from M1 Light Industrial to C1 Retail Commercial with proffers on August 12, 2008. The rezoning permitted the development of a retail center that was to include a pharmacy, a bank with drive-through service, restaurant, and other retail uses. The Framework for the Future 2030 recommended regional commercial uses for the property. The Department of Planning recommended denial of the request. The Planning Commission voted 4:3 with one abstention, to recommend to City Council, approval of the change of zoning with proffers. The applicant submitted amended proffers that addressed traffic concerns, and the demolition of the former Noland building and sign on the property. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to closure of the public hearing Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Vick.
Vote to closure of the public hearing (Approved)
Motion to adoption of the ordinance Moved by McMillan, seconded by Whitaker.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance (Approved)
2. Conditional Use Permit - CU-09-266, New Grafton Baptist Church, 4401 Chestnut Avenue
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NUMBER CU-09-266 FOR THE HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED PROPERTY FOR THE PURPOSE OF ALLOWING A PRE-SCHOOL WITH CHILD CARE CENTER, PART OF A COMMUNITY FACILITY. This ordinance allowed for a preschool with a child care center as part of a community facility located on a 1.39 acre property at 4401 Chestnut Avenue and zoned R4 Single-Family Dwelling. The child care facility would be licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services. Enrollment would be limited to 40 children and activities would be conducted in a 3,996 square-foot, dividable, multi-purpose room. An outdoor playground would be provided within an enclosed courtyard and should not adversely impact the surrounding neighborhood. On December 2, 2009, the Planning Commission voted unanimously (6:0) to recommend approval of the request with conditions. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to closure of the public hearing Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Scott.
Vote to closure of the public hearing (Approved)
Motion to adoption of the ordinance Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Vick.
3. Ordinance Granting Utility Easement - 15206 Warwick Boulevard and a Portion of Denbigh Park Drive (Stoney Run Recreation Center)
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ACTINC CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST, ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, THAT CERTAIN DEED OR EASEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, AND VIRGINIA ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANY, D/B/A DOMINION VIRGINIA POWER, DATED THE 12TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2010, FOR THE STONEY RUN RECREATION CENTER. This ordinance granted a utility easement to Virginia Electric and Power Company, D/B/A Dominion Virginia Power, under City-owned property located at 15206 Warwick Boulevard. A request to receive bids was advertised in the Daily Press on November 23, 2009 and November 30, 2009. City Council received one bid for this easement at its December 8, 2009 meeting. This easement was needed to finalize the recorded plat for underground conduits and cables for the relocation of electrical service at the new Stoney Run Recreation Center. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to closure of the public hearing Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Vick.
Vote to closure of the public hearing (Approved)
Motion to adoption of the ordinance Moved by Vick, seconded by Whitaker.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance (Approved)
E. Consent Agenda
1. Minutes of the Joint Legislative Breakfast Meeting of December 2, 2009
2. Minutes of the Work Session of December 8, 2009
3. Minutes of the Special Meeting of December 8, 2009
4. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 8, 2009
5. Resolution Amending Resolution Number 11798-09 of Support for the Peninsula Alcohol Safety Action Program (PASAP)
A RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR THE PENINSULA ALCOHOL SAFETY ACTION PROGRAM (PENINSULA ASAP). This resolution complied with the Peninsula ASAP Corrective Action Plan to meet State certification requirements. Peninsula ASAP provided a network of probationary, administrative, case management, and client intervention services to court-related DUI and DUID (driving under the influence of drugs) cases. The program diverted offenders from costly incarceration in local jails. All local Alcohols Safety Action Programs operating under Virginia Code required certification by the State Commission on Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program (VASAP) every three years. A certification compliance audit found PASAP in non-compliance by no referencing the relevant Virginia State Code Sections, which provided authority for the operation of the program. In order to remedy this oversight, PASAP requested each participating locality to amend the “model” Resolution of Support. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
6. Ordinance Repealing City Code, Chapter 2, Administration, Article XII, Section 2-451, to Dissolve the Peninsula Ports Authority of Virginia (PPAV)
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REORDAIN CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, ARTICLE XII., PENINSULA PORT AND INDUSTRIAL AUTORITY, BY REPEALING SECTION 2-451, CREATED; COMPOSITION; POWERS AND DUTIES; ETC. This ordinance repealed City Code, Chapter 2, Administration, Article XII, Section 2-451, to dissolve the Peninsula Ports Authority of Virginia (PPAV). PPAV adopted a Resolution on May 5, 2009, in which it found that substantially all of its functions had been taken over, or were being undertaken by one or more political subdivisions, and that the entity should be dissolved. The Newport News City Council, at its November 10, 2009 Work Session, concurred with PPAV and its dissolution, subject to the Economic Development Authority of the City of Newport News, Virginia (EDA) and PPAV entering into a Transfer and Assumption Agreement. The EDA approved the Transfer and Assumption Agreement on December 4, 2009. On December 21, 2009, PPAV approved the Transfer and Assumption Agreement. The Transfer and Assumption Agreement were fully executed as of December 21, 2009. The City Attorney’s Office advised that it was appropriate to repeal Section 2-451 of the City Code to administratively amend and reordain the section that related to PPAV. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of consent agenda Items Items E. 2. - 6. Moved by Bateman, seconded by Whitaker.
Vote to adoption of consent agenda Items Items E. 2. - 6. (Approved)
Motion to adoption of consent agenda Item E.1. Moved by Bateman, seconded by Woodbury.
Vote to adoption of consent agenda Item E.1. (Approved)
F. Other City Council Actions
1. Resolution Approving Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) for Fiscal Years 2011 - 2015
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2011 TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2015 FOR THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA. This resolution approved the Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) for Fiscal Years 2011-2105 for the City of Newport News. The recommended FY 2011-Fy 2015 CIP was a comprehensive plan that took into consideration both the City’s need to pursue high priority capital projects and spending restraint required during the continued economic downturn. Funding for the first year of the plan (FY 2011) was proposed only for those capital projects identified as highest priority. This recommended plan represented a fiscally responsible strategy that adhered to the City’s Capital Financing and Debt Management Policies adopted by City Council in January 2007. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of the resolution Moved by Bateman, seconded by Vick.
Vote to adoption of the resolution (Approved)
2. Ordinance Approving the Number of Meeting Days (17) for the Board of Review of Real Estate Assessments - Commissioner of the Revenue's Office
AN ORDINANCE SETTING THE NUMBER OF DAYS SUFFICIENT FOR COMPLETION OF THE SEPTEMBER-NOVEMBER 2009 TERM OF THE BOARD OF REVIEW OF REAL ESTATE ASSESSMENTS. This ordinance set the number of days for the completion of work of the Board of Review of Real Estate Assessments for the 2009 year of service. The Commissioner of the Revenue’s Office staffs the Board of Review and recommends that 17 days be allotted the Board for completion of its work. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of the ordinance Moved by Bateman, seconded by Vick.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance (Approved)
3. Resolution Increasing the Lane Mileage of the City’s Street Maintenance Inventory for the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS REQUESTING THAT THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION INCLUDE FOR MAINTENANCE PAYMENT PURPOSES THOSE STREETS LISTED HEREIN. This resolution increased the lane mileage of the City’s street maintenance inventory for the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT). The resolution complied with the VDOT requirement to formally add to the City’s street maintenance inventory an increase in lane mileage of identified streets for street maintenance payments. Additions to the City’s street maintenance inventory were identified and accepted by City Council. The City’s street maintenance inventory was reported to VDOT for State payment to the locality for maintenance purposed and required a resolution of City Council. The streets were constructed to the standards required by the State and were eligible for State maintenance funds. This resolution complied with VDOT’s requires and allowed for the additions to be formally added. The net change requested would increase the inventory by .98 lane miles and would increase revenue in future fiscal years by $9,537.00 beginning with FY 2011. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of the resolution Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Vick.
Vote to adoption of the resolution (Approved)
4. Receipt of Bids for a Utility (Telecommunications) Easement for City-Owned Property Located at 15198 Warwick Boulevard (Stoney Run Recreation Center)
Receive and open bids to grant an easement over City-owned property located at 15198 Warwick Boulevard. A request to receive bids was advertised in the Daily Press on December 28, 2009 and January 4, 2010. The easement was needed to finalize the recorded plat for underground conduits and cables for the relocation of telecommunication services at the new Stoney Run Recreation Center. A public hearing was advertised for the January 26, 2010 Regular Meeting of City Council for consideration of the ordinance that would grant the easement to the successful bidder. No City Council action was required at this meeting.
5. Ordinance Accepting Street and Public Improvements on Aspen Meadows Lane into the City System
AN ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT ASPEN MEADOWS LANE, AND THE PHYSICAL IMPROVEMENTS CONTAINED THEREIN AND THEREON INTO THE CITY STREET SYSTEM. This ordinance accepted the street and public improvements on Aspen Meadows Lane into the City system. A final inspection was made of the street known as Aspen Meadows Lane. The inspection indicated compliance with all requirements. Once accepted, the street, which was constructed at the developer’s expense would be eligible for state maintenance payments. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of the ordinance Moved by Whitaker, seconded by McMillan.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance (Approved)
6. Ordinance Accepting Street and Public Improvements on Knolls Drive into the City System
AN ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT KNOLLS DRIVE, AND THE PHYSICAL IMPROVEMENTS CONTAINED THEREIN AND THEREON INTO THE CITY STREET SYSTEM. This ordinance accepted the street and public improvements on Knolls Drive into the City system. A final inspection was made of the street known as Knolls Drive. The inspection indicated compliance with all requirements. Once accepted, the street, which was constructed at the developer’s expense, would be eligible for state maintenance payments. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of the ordinance as amended Moved by Bateman, seconded by McMillan.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance as amended (Approved)
G. Appropriations
1. Police Department (NNPD): Virginia Department of Emergency Management - Anti-Exposure Flotation Suits - $3,360
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM FEDERAL REVENUE ($2,520.00) AND LOCAL REVENUE – ASSET FORFEITURE ($840.00) TO SPECIALIZED POLICE SUPPLIES ($3,360.00). This resolution appropriated $3,360.00 to purchase anti-exposure floatation equipment. The City applied for and received a grant from the Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM), part of the 2008 Port Security Grant Program, Department of Homeland Security. The Police Department would receive $2,520.00 in federal funds. A local match of $840.00 was required, which would be funded through the use of Asset Forfeiture funds. This appropriation would leverage federal grant funds in the amount of $2,520.00, and a local match of $840.00 in Asset Forfeiture funds. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
2. Police Department (NNPD): Virginia Department of Emergency Management * Sonar System - $37,000
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM FEDERAL REVENUE ($27,750.00) AND LOCAL REVENUE – ASSET FORFEITURE ($9,250.00) TO SPECIALIZED POLICE SUPPLIES ($37,000.00). This resolution appropriated $37,000.00 to purchase a Sonar System. The City applied for and received a grant from the Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM), part of the 2008 Port Security Grant Program, Department of Homeland Security. The Police Department would receive $27,750.00 in federal funds to purchase a sonar system. A local match of $9,250.00 was required, which would be funded through the use of Asset Forfeiture funds. This appropriation would leverage federal grant funds in the amount of $27,750.00, and a local match of $9,250.00 in Asset Forfeiture funds. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
3. Sheriff's Department -- State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) - To Fund the H-NNCSB Inmate Substance Abuse Treatment Program - $28,277
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM SHERIFF BENEFITS SCAAP AWARD ($28,277.00) TO CONTRACTUAL SERVICES ($28,277.00). This resolution appropriated $28,277.00 of Federal Revenue from the State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) to the Sheriff’s Department. The State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP), which was administered by the Federal Bureau of Justice Assistance, provided payments to states and localities that incurred correctional officer salary costs for incarcerating undocumented criminal aliens. SCAAP Award monies could be used only for correctional purposes. The Sheriff’s Office would use the appropriated SCAAP funds for the inmate substance abuse program. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of appropriation Moved by Scott, seconded by Bateman.
Vote to adoption of appropriation (Approved)
H. Citizen Comments on Matters Germane to the Business of City Council
Mr. William Johnson addressed his issues and concerns regarding the conditions at the Warwick SRO Hotel.
Ms. Theresa Lewis addressed issues/concerns regarding the conditions at the Warwick SRO.
Mr. John Procyson addressed Council regarding City spending and homelessness.
Ms. Gloria Deloatch addressed Council re the food drive, Feeding 1000, commended Council members for their participation. Still need SE Plan
Mr. James Stancil newly elected President of RETRO, addressed City Council re assessments and property taxes. Citizen involvement with CM search. BCC make meeting times more convenient. Build new homeless shelter.
Rev. Dr. James Rudisill addressed Council on behalf of the homeless.
I. New Business and Councilmember Comments
TLV thanked volunteers for their help at the Feeding 1000 held at the Alley.
TLV announced 1/23/20 C Waldo Scott Annual Breakfast 9 - 10 a.m.
HHB extended Happy New Year. Thanked CM and Staff.
Citizen Budget Workshop in Feb.
JSF extended condolences to Former Delegate Flora Crittenden.
Councilwoman McMillan moved to adopt a Resolution requesting the Governor of Virginia, to activate all avilable State and Local emergency and Relief Resoures and mechanisms for the benefit of homeowners impacted by defective or reactive drywall.
NN Public Library system won C Herbert Finch Publication Award. Saluted the department.
Rain Barrell Workshop
Motion to adoption of the resolution Moved by McMillan, seconded by Scott.
Vote to adoption of the resolution (Approved)
SPS thanked everyone for participation in the North District Food Drive Party. Thanked Harbor Group for use of AJ Wright Building. Thanked volunteers, staff, DHS.
Expressed concern for homeless. Commended PORT Shelter volunteers. Thanked Rev. Rudisill.
Adjourn
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