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A. Proclamation: Trinity Lutheran School’s 50th Anniversary
B. Proclamation: Peninsula Saves Week - February 21-27, 2010
C. Resolution of Recognition: Charles D. Crowson, Jr.
A. Call to Order
Roll call (7 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
B. Invocation
The invocation was rendered by Minister Andrea Ross, St. Stephens Calvary Pentecostal Church, Inc.
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 members of Colonial Virginia Council Boy Scouts, James River District.
D. Public Hearings
None.
E. Consent Agenda
1. Minutes of the Work Session of January 26, 2010
2. Minutes of the Special Meeting of January 26, 2010
3. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 26, 2010
4. Resolution of Recognition and Appreciation for the Newport News Fire Department (NNFD) Members Who Responded to Haiti, as Members of FEMA's USAR - Virginia Task Force II
A RESOLUTION OF RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION FOR THE MEMBERS OF THE NEWPORT NEWS FIRE DEPARTMENT (NNFD) WHO WERE DEPLOYED WITH FEMA’S URBAN SEARCH AND RESCUE TEAM (USAR) – VIRGINIA TASK FORCE II. This resolution recognized members of the NNFD who were deployed with FEMA’s Urban Search and Rescue Team – Virginia Task Force II. In response to the devastating earthquake in Haiti, many of the nation’s USAR teams were ordered to Haiti. Six members of the NNFD deployed at 6:00 a.m. on January 14, 2010, with FEMA’s USAR – Virginia Task Force II. They proudly carried out their duties under extraordinary conditions, and returned on January 23, 2010. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of consent agenda Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Vick.
Vote to adoption of consent agenda (Approved)
F. Other City Council Actions
1. Ordinance Amending the City Code to Change Paid Personal Leave (PPL) Accrual Time for Regular Part-Time Employees
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REORDAIN CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, ARTICLE IV., EMPLOYEE BENEFITS, DIVISION 2., PAID PERSONAL LEAVE, SECTION 2-108, AMOUNG PRESCRIBED. This ordinance amended the City Code, Chapter 2, Administration, Article IV, Employee Benefits, Division 2, Paid Personal Leave (PPL) for part-time employees, Section 2-108, for amounts prescribed. Regular part-time employees historically accrued five (5) hours of PPL on a monthly basis upon completion of twelve (12) months of service, in which the employee worked at least twenty (20) hours per week in active service with the City. Due to changes in the City’s newly implemented financial system, it was necessary to make a change in calculation of this accrual to go from a monthly basis to a weekly basis. To make this change, it was necessary for City Council to approve an ordinance changing the monthly PPL accrual from five (5) hours monthly to 1.154 hours per weekly pay period, calculated over 52 weeks annually. The change from monthly to weekly accrual would not result in a net change of benefits for regular part-time employees. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of the ordinance Moved by McMillan, seconded by Scott.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance (Approved)
2. Resolution Authorizing a Mutual Aid Agreement between the City of Newport News, Virginia and the United States Army Garrison (USAG), Fort Eustis
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ACTING CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST, ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT OF MUTUAL AID FOR FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, AND THE UNITED STATES ARMY GARRISON, FORT EUSTIS. This resolution authorized a Mutual Aid Agreement for fire, rescue, and emergency medical services between the City of Newport News and the United States Army Garrison (USAG), Fort Eustis. The United Stated Army Garrison (USAG), Fort Eustis and the City recently completed discussions to update a Mutual Aid Agreement, which had been in existence between the two parties for over 20 years. The Agreement was reviewed by the City Attorney and approved by the Garrison Commander. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of the resolution Moved by Scott, seconded by Woodbury.
Vote to adoption of the resolution (Approved)
3. Resolution Approving the Appropriation of $825,000 for the Lee Hall Dam Improvements Project
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM BOND PROCEEDS – GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS ($825,000.00) TO CURRENT YEAR CIP – WATERWORKS ENGINEERING SERVICES ($750,000.00) AND CURRENT YEAR CIP – WATERWORKS PROJECT CONTINGENCY ($75,000.00). This resolution appropriated funds in the amount of $825,000.00 for professional engineering and other professional services for the design of the Lee Hall Dam Improvements Project. The Lee Hall Reservoir system consisted of two separate, interconnected impoundments, known as Lee Hall Upper Dam Outlets Works and the Lee Hall Lower Dam. The dams were not in full compliance with the revised Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) – Dam Safety Division’s regulations adopted in September 2008, due to inadequate spillway capacities and stability concerns at the CSX embankment. DCR would grant extensions to Waterworks’ Operation and Maintenance Certificates based on making progress on the completion of steps outlined in the modification process. This dam-safety-focused project was identified in the Waterworks Capital Improvements Plan. It was estimated that $825,000.00 would be required to complete the study and preliminary design. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of the resolution Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Bateman.
Vote to adoption of the resolution (Approved)
4. Resolution Authorizing the Execution of an Agreement for the Lee Hall Dam Improvements Project
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ACTING CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE AND IMPLEMENT AN AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING AND RELATED SERVICES PERTAINING TO THE LEE HALL DAM IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT. This resolution authorized the Acting City Manager to execute an Agreement for the design of the Lee Hall Dam Improvements Project. The Public Utilities Professional Services Selection Committee negated with the top-ranked firm for the design services. Because of schedule constraints imposed by DCR, Waterworks requested authorization for the Acting City Manager to execute a final agreement when completed. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of the resolution Moved by Vick, seconded by Bateman.
Vote to adoption of the resolution (Approved)
5. Resolution Approving the Appropriation of $4,286,960 for the New Fire Station #3 Project
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM FEDERAL REVENUE ($2,597,425.00) AND FY 2010 BONDS AUTHORIZED AND UNISSUED ($1,689,535.00) TO FIRE STATION 3 ($4,286,960.00). This resolution appropriated $2,597,425.00 from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, assistance to Firefighters Construction Grants (ARRA-SCG) and $1,289,535.00 from the Public Buildings category of the FY 2010 CIP for the New Fire Station #3 Project. The existing Fire Station #3 was built in 1933. The facility was inadequate to house both apparatus and personnel, and the limited site did not permit expansion. The replacement of Fire Station #3 on a new site had been in the City plans for many years. The City was successful in obtaining a fire station construction grant in the amount of $2,597,425.00 from the 2009 ARA stimulus funds, for construction of the new Fire Station #3. This project was included in the FY 2010 CIP.
Motion to adoption of the resolution Moved by Vick, seconded by Bateman.
Vote to adoption of the resolution (Approved)
6. Motion Approving an Award of Bid for the New Fire Station #3 Project
Motion to award the bid for the construction of Fire Station #3 to A.R. Chesson. A.R. Chesson was the low bidder on this project at $3,016,915.00. A. R. Chesson had completed similar fire station projects and was recommended for award of the project. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to award a bid to A. R. Chesson in the amount of $3,016,915. Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Vick.
Vote to award a bid to A. R. Chesson in the amount of $3,016,915. (Approved)
G. Appropriations
1. Newport News Police Department (NNPD) - Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) - Violence Against Women Stimulus (VAWS) Funds - $61,540
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM FEDERAL REVENUE ($46,155.00) AND LOCAL REVENUE ($15,385.00) TO POLICE OFFICER ($61,540.00). This resolution appropriated $61,540.00 in Federal Funds from the Department of Criminal Justice (DCJS) to the Newport News Police Department (NNPD). The City applied for an was awarded a grant for Federal funds through the Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) from the Violence Against Women Stimulus (VAWS) funds. A full-time officer would be specifically assigned to investigate acts of violence against women. The grant period was for one year, after which the City would be expected to retain and pay for the officer’s salary. The City would receive $46,155.00 in Federal funds for the officer’s salary and fringe benefits. A local match of $15,385.00 would help pay for the salary and fringe benefits, equipment, and supplies needed by the officer. This appropriation would allow the use of Federal grant funds in the amount of $46,155.00 and a required local match in the amount of $15,385.00. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
2. Department of Public Works - American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA): Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) - Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategy - $1,757,300
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM FEDERAL REVENUE ($1,757,300.00) TO GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT ($1,757,300.00). This resolution appropriated $1,757,300.00 from the Department of Energy for the Departments of Public Works and Engineering to complete projects to reduce fossil fuel emissions and total energy use. The City applied for and received an Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) from the Federal Department of Energy, through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). The City would receive $1,757,300.00 to complete projects such as LED streetlight replacements, HVAC retrofits in four City buildings, and Energy Efficiency Lighting retrofits in four City buildings. The grant would fund a Sustainability Program Coordinator for up to 36 months, with no obligation to retain the position after the grant period ended. No local cash match was required. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of appropriation Moved by Scott, seconded by Woodbury.
Vote to adoption of appropriation (Approved)
H. Citizen Comments on Matters Germane to the Business of City Council
Jim Rudisill, shared portrait of homeless mother and child, spoke on behalf of the homeless population. Expressed concern for the homeless once the PORT program ends on March 15, 2010.
Roger Snodgrass, Poor indoor air quality at Midtown Community Center, Respiratory problems plague his daughter and others since swimming in the pool.
Dr. Elizabeth Broderick, addressed Council with regard to the poor air quality at the Midtown Community Center.
I. New Business and Councilmember Comments
Motion to adoption of the resolution Moved by Bateman, seconded by Vick.
Vote to adoption of the resolution (Approved)
Adjourn
Feb 09, 2010 Regular City Council Meeting
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Presentations
A. Proclamation: Trinity Lutheran School’s 50th Anniversary
B. Proclamation: Peninsula Saves Week - February 21-27, 2010
C. Resolution of Recognition: Charles D. Crowson, Jr.
A. Call to Order
Roll call (7 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
B. Invocation
The invocation was rendered by Minister Andrea Ross, St. Stephens Calvary Pentecostal Church, Inc.
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 members of Colonial Virginia Council Boy Scouts, James River District.
D. Public Hearings
None.
E. Consent Agenda
1. Minutes of the Work Session of January 26, 2010
2. Minutes of the Special Meeting of January 26, 2010
3. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 26, 2010
4. Resolution of Recognition and Appreciation for the Newport News Fire Department (NNFD) Members Who Responded to Haiti, as Members of FEMA's USAR - Virginia Task Force II
A RESOLUTION OF RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION FOR THE MEMBERS OF THE NEWPORT NEWS FIRE DEPARTMENT (NNFD) WHO WERE DEPLOYED WITH FEMA’S URBAN SEARCH AND RESCUE TEAM (USAR) – VIRGINIA TASK FORCE II. This resolution recognized members of the NNFD who were deployed with FEMA’s Urban Search and Rescue Team – Virginia Task Force II. In response to the devastating earthquake in Haiti, many of the nation’s USAR teams were ordered to Haiti. Six members of the NNFD deployed at 6:00 a.m. on January 14, 2010, with FEMA’s USAR – Virginia Task Force II. They proudly carried out their duties under extraordinary conditions, and returned on January 23, 2010. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of consent agenda Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Vick.
Vote to adoption of consent agenda (Approved)
F. Other City Council Actions
1. Ordinance Amending the City Code to Change Paid Personal Leave (PPL) Accrual Time for Regular Part-Time Employees
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REORDAIN CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, ARTICLE IV., EMPLOYEE BENEFITS, DIVISION 2., PAID PERSONAL LEAVE, SECTION 2-108, AMOUNG PRESCRIBED. This ordinance amended the City Code, Chapter 2, Administration, Article IV, Employee Benefits, Division 2, Paid Personal Leave (PPL) for part-time employees, Section 2-108, for amounts prescribed. Regular part-time employees historically accrued five (5) hours of PPL on a monthly basis upon completion of twelve (12) months of service, in which the employee worked at least twenty (20) hours per week in active service with the City. Due to changes in the City’s newly implemented financial system, it was necessary to make a change in calculation of this accrual to go from a monthly basis to a weekly basis. To make this change, it was necessary for City Council to approve an ordinance changing the monthly PPL accrual from five (5) hours monthly to 1.154 hours per weekly pay period, calculated over 52 weeks annually. The change from monthly to weekly accrual would not result in a net change of benefits for regular part-time employees. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of the ordinance Moved by McMillan, seconded by Scott.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance (Approved)
2. Resolution Authorizing a Mutual Aid Agreement between the City of Newport News, Virginia and the United States Army Garrison (USAG), Fort Eustis
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ACTING CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST, ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT OF MUTUAL AID FOR FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, AND THE UNITED STATES ARMY GARRISON, FORT EUSTIS. This resolution authorized a Mutual Aid Agreement for fire, rescue, and emergency medical services between the City of Newport News and the United States Army Garrison (USAG), Fort Eustis. The United Stated Army Garrison (USAG), Fort Eustis and the City recently completed discussions to update a Mutual Aid Agreement, which had been in existence between the two parties for over 20 years. The Agreement was reviewed by the City Attorney and approved by the Garrison Commander. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of the resolution Moved by Scott, seconded by Woodbury.
Vote to adoption of the resolution (Approved)
3. Resolution Approving the Appropriation of $825,000 for the Lee Hall Dam Improvements Project
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM BOND PROCEEDS – GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS ($825,000.00) TO CURRENT YEAR CIP – WATERWORKS ENGINEERING SERVICES ($750,000.00) AND CURRENT YEAR CIP – WATERWORKS PROJECT CONTINGENCY ($75,000.00). This resolution appropriated funds in the amount of $825,000.00 for professional engineering and other professional services for the design of the Lee Hall Dam Improvements Project. The Lee Hall Reservoir system consisted of two separate, interconnected impoundments, known as Lee Hall Upper Dam Outlets Works and the Lee Hall Lower Dam. The dams were not in full compliance with the revised Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) – Dam Safety Division’s regulations adopted in September 2008, due to inadequate spillway capacities and stability concerns at the CSX embankment. DCR would grant extensions to Waterworks’ Operation and Maintenance Certificates based on making progress on the completion of steps outlined in the modification process. This dam-safety-focused project was identified in the Waterworks Capital Improvements Plan. It was estimated that $825,000.00 would be required to complete the study and preliminary design. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of the resolution Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Bateman.
Vote to adoption of the resolution (Approved)
4. Resolution Authorizing the Execution of an Agreement for the Lee Hall Dam Improvements Project
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ACTING CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE AND IMPLEMENT AN AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING AND RELATED SERVICES PERTAINING TO THE LEE HALL DAM IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT. This resolution authorized the Acting City Manager to execute an Agreement for the design of the Lee Hall Dam Improvements Project. The Public Utilities Professional Services Selection Committee negated with the top-ranked firm for the design services. Because of schedule constraints imposed by DCR, Waterworks requested authorization for the Acting City Manager to execute a final agreement when completed. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of the resolution Moved by Vick, seconded by Bateman.
Vote to adoption of the resolution (Approved)
5. Resolution Approving the Appropriation of $4,286,960 for the New Fire Station #3 Project
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM FEDERAL REVENUE ($2,597,425.00) AND FY 2010 BONDS AUTHORIZED AND UNISSUED ($1,689,535.00) TO FIRE STATION 3 ($4,286,960.00). This resolution appropriated $2,597,425.00 from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, assistance to Firefighters Construction Grants (ARRA-SCG) and $1,289,535.00 from the Public Buildings category of the FY 2010 CIP for the New Fire Station #3 Project. The existing Fire Station #3 was built in 1933. The facility was inadequate to house both apparatus and personnel, and the limited site did not permit expansion. The replacement of Fire Station #3 on a new site had been in the City plans for many years. The City was successful in obtaining a fire station construction grant in the amount of $2,597,425.00 from the 2009 ARA stimulus funds, for construction of the new Fire Station #3. This project was included in the FY 2010 CIP.
Motion to adoption of the resolution Moved by Vick, seconded by Bateman.
Vote to adoption of the resolution (Approved)
6. Motion Approving an Award of Bid for the New Fire Station #3 Project
Motion to award the bid for the construction of Fire Station #3 to A.R. Chesson. A.R. Chesson was the low bidder on this project at $3,016,915.00. A. R. Chesson had completed similar fire station projects and was recommended for award of the project. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to award a bid to A. R. Chesson in the amount of $3,016,915. Moved by Whitaker, seconded by Vick.
Vote to award a bid to A. R. Chesson in the amount of $3,016,915. (Approved)
G. Appropriations
1. Newport News Police Department (NNPD) - Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) - Violence Against Women Stimulus (VAWS) Funds - $61,540
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM FEDERAL REVENUE ($46,155.00) AND LOCAL REVENUE ($15,385.00) TO POLICE OFFICER ($61,540.00). This resolution appropriated $61,540.00 in Federal Funds from the Department of Criminal Justice (DCJS) to the Newport News Police Department (NNPD). The City applied for an was awarded a grant for Federal funds through the Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) from the Violence Against Women Stimulus (VAWS) funds. A full-time officer would be specifically assigned to investigate acts of violence against women. The grant period was for one year, after which the City would be expected to retain and pay for the officer’s salary. The City would receive $46,155.00 in Federal funds for the officer’s salary and fringe benefits. A local match of $15,385.00 would help pay for the salary and fringe benefits, equipment, and supplies needed by the officer. This appropriation would allow the use of Federal grant funds in the amount of $46,155.00 and a required local match in the amount of $15,385.00. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
2. Department of Public Works - American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA): Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) - Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategy - $1,757,300
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM FEDERAL REVENUE ($1,757,300.00) TO GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT ($1,757,300.00). This resolution appropriated $1,757,300.00 from the Department of Energy for the Departments of Public Works and Engineering to complete projects to reduce fossil fuel emissions and total energy use. The City applied for and received an Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) from the Federal Department of Energy, through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). The City would receive $1,757,300.00 to complete projects such as LED streetlight replacements, HVAC retrofits in four City buildings, and Energy Efficiency Lighting retrofits in four City buildings. The grant would fund a Sustainability Program Coordinator for up to 36 months, with no obligation to retain the position after the grant period ended. No local cash match was required. The Acting City Manager recommended approval.
Motion to adoption of appropriation Moved by Scott, seconded by Woodbury.
Vote to adoption of appropriation (Approved)
H. Citizen Comments on Matters Germane to the Business of City Council
Jim Rudisill, shared portrait of homeless mother and child, spoke on behalf of the homeless population. Expressed concern for the homeless once the PORT program ends on March 15, 2010.
Roger Snodgrass, Poor indoor air quality at Midtown Community Center, Respiratory problems plague his daughter and others since swimming in the pool.
Dr. Elizabeth Broderick, addressed Council with regard to the poor air quality at the Midtown Community Center.
I. New Business and Councilmember Comments
Motion to adoption of the resolution Moved by Bateman, seconded by Vick.
Vote to adoption of the resolution (Approved)
Adjourn
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