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Call to Order
Roll call (6 Present, 1 Absent, 0 Excused)
Motion to excuse (specific Council member) from the meeting Excuse Mayor Frank from the Meeting. Moved by Scott, seconded by Vick.
1. Invocation - Pastor Kenneth McDade, Rhema Christian Center
The invocation was rendered by Pastor Kenneth McDade, Rhema Christian Center
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 Boy Scout Troop 27, Grace United Methodist Church
3. Public Hearings
A. Conditional Use Permit, CU-09-261, Larisa Properties
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NUMBER CU-09-261 FOR THE HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED PROPERTY FOR THE PURPOSE OF PERMITTING THE OPERATION OF A CAR WASH IN A C1 RETAIL COMMMERCIAL DISTRICT. This Ordinance will allow by Conditional Use Permit, a car wash, in conjunction with a laundromat, on a .82-acre property, located at 13182 Jefferson Avenue and a portion of 13186 Jefferson Avenue and zoned C1 Retail Commercial. This item was initially scheduled to be heard by City Council at its regular meeting on April 28, 2009. The City Manager received a letter from the legal counsel representing the applicant requesting that this item be deferred until the May 26, 2009 City Council meeting. The Planning Commission voted 7:2 to recommend to City Council the approval of the Conditional Use Permit, with conditions, and the City Manager concurs with that recommendation.
Mr. Billie M. Millner, Jones, Blechman, Woltz, & Kelly, Attorney for the applicant, requested the matter be deferred to June 9, 2009 Regular Meeting of City Council.
Motion to closure of the public hearing A. Conditional Use Permit, CU-09-261, Larisa Properties Moved by McMillan, seconded by Woodbury.
Vote to closure of the public hearing A. Conditional Use Permit, CU-09-261, Larisa Properties (Approved)
Motion to denial of the ordinance A. Conditional Use Permit, CU-09-261, Larisa Properties Moved by McMillan, seconded by Woodbury.
Vote to denial of the ordinance A. Conditional Use Permit, CU-09-261, Larisa Properties (Approved)
B. Conditional Use Permit, CU-09-262, Blount Family Limited Partnership
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NUMBER CU-09-262 FOR THE HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED PROPERTY FOR THE PURPOSE OF OPERATING A COMMUNICATION TOWER/ANTENNA ON A SITE ZONED M1 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL. This Ordinance will amend perviously approved Conditional Use Permit CU-08-239, which allowed the construction of a 200-foot Communications Tower on a .96-acre parcel, located at 925 48th Street and zoned M1 Light Industrial. The amendment is to eliminate condition number five, which required the applicant to submit a $50,000 bond for the removal of the Tower in the event if was ever abandoned. The Planning Commission voted 5:1 to recommend to City Council the approval of the conditional use permit, with conditions, and the City Manager concurs with that recommendation.
Mr. Frank Blount, representing Blount Family Limited Partnership,
Motion to closure of the public hearing B. Conditional Use Permit, CU-09-262, Blount Family Limited Partnership Moved by Bateman, seconded by Vick.
Vote to closure of the public hearing B. Conditional Use Permit, CU-09-262, Blount Family Limited Partnership (Approved)
Motion to adoption of the ordinance B. Conditional Use Permit, CU-09-262, Blount Family Limited Partnership Moved by Bateman, seconded by Vick.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance B. Conditional Use Permit, CU-09-262, Blount Family Limited Partnership (Approved)
C. Lease Agreement between the City and FLO TV, Incorporated
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 TOWER ATTACHMENT LEASE BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, AND FLO TY INCORPORATED DATED THE 26TH DAY OF MAY, 2009. This requested lease is to provide FLO TV designated space on the tower and land immediately adjacent to the tower at the GAT Site, located at 100 Tower Lane, Yorktown, Virginia. The proposed Tower Attachment Lease terms, specific equipment requirements, and location on the GAT Tower have been negotiated in coordination with the City's consultant for cell tower issues. The five-year lease will commence the earlier of November 1, 2009, or the start of construction. Rent will begin at $30,000 annually, to be paid in advance. Rent will be increased annually by an amount equal to 3% of the rent for the prior lease year. The negotiated terms are reflective of current market rates and consistent with existing City Tower Attachment Lease transactions. The City Manager recommends approval.
Motion to closure of the public hearing C. Lease Agreement between the City and FLO TV, Incorporated Moved by McMillan, seconded by Scott.
Vote to closure of the public hearing C. Lease Agreement between the City and FLO TV, Incorporated (Approved)
Motion to adoption of the ordinance C. Lease Agreement between the City and FLO TV, Incorporated Moved by Bateman, seconded by Vick.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance C. Lease Agreement between the City and FLO TV, Incorporated (Approved)
4. Consent Agenda
A. Minutes of Special Budget Work Session of May 5, 2009 - Revised
These minutes were originally approved at the May 12, 2009 Regular Meeting of City Council, and have been revised to reflect a concern expressed by a member of City Council, regarding support for funding for the Performing Arts.
B. Minutes of the Work Session of May 12, 2009
C. Minutes of the Special Meeting of May 12, 2009
D. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 12, 2009
E. Substantial Amendment to the Previously Approved 2008-2009 Consolidated Plan for Community Development
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS APPROVING A SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT TO THE APPROVED 2008-2009 CONSOLIDATED PLAN FOR HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND APPROVING SUBMISSION OF A REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDING UNDER THE AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT OF 2009 TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT. This resolution will approve a substantial amendment to the 2008-2009 Consolidated Housing and Community Development Action Plan, which is required for receipt of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Supplemental Community Development Block Grant (CDBG-R) Funds. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 designated $1 billion in CDBG funds to communities to carry out HUD-designated eligible activities on an expedited basis. The City was notified on May 5, 2009, of its eligibility for an allocation of $430,989 for CDBG-R activities and must submit a Substantial Amendment to its 2008-2009 Consolidated Housing and Community Development Action Plan to HUD by June 5, 2009. Newport News Redevelopment and Housing Authority will serve as the City’s Administrative Agent to oversee CDBG-R funds. No other local funds are required. The City manager recommends approval
F. Ordinance Amending City Code, Chapter 2, Article XXII - Deletion of Reference to Department of Management Services
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REORDAIN CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, BY REPEALING ARTICLE XXII, DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT SERVICES. This Ordinance will amend the City Code, Chapter 2, by eliminating the reference to the Department of Management Services. The Department of Management Services, which historically has been primarily responsible for the management of City Council’s agendas and logistics for its meetings, was merged into the City Manager’s Office on February 1, 2006. Work previously done by this department was reassigned to existing staff within the City Manager’s Office and has resulted in significant cost savings for the City. This ordinance amendment will bring the City Code into compliance with the current organizational structure. The City Manager recommends approval.
G. Ordinance Amending City Code, Chapters 2 and 16 – Deletion of References to the Office of Emergency Management
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REORDAIN (1) CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, ARTICLE XXII., DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES, SECTION 2-601, CRIMINAL HISTORY INVESTIGATION OF APPLICANTS FOR EMPLOYMENT; AND (2) CHAPTER 16, FIRE PEVENTION AND PROTECTION, BY ADDING THERETO A NEW ARTICLE, NAMELY ARTICLE VII., EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT; AND (3) BY REPEALING ARTICLE XXVII., OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT FROM CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION. This ordinance will amend the City Code, Chapter 2, Section 2-601, Administration, by eliminating the reference to the Office of Emergency Management, and Chapter 16, Section 44-146.19, FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION, BY ADDING A NEW ARTICLE TO INCLUDE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT. In November of 2008, the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) and the Fire Department merged to provide additional support and resources to the emergency management function. A review of the OEM’s organizational structure and the retirement of the current Coordinator of Emergency Management provided an opportunity for reorganization.The Coordinator’s position is both established and defined in the City Code; therefore, amendments are necessary to ensure the legal requirements are met to empower the Fire Chief to operate on the City’s behalf in the capacity of Coordinator. The City Manager recommends approval.
H. Extension of Sublease between the City and Newport News Municipal Employees Credit Union, Inc.
A RESOLUTION 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 RENEWAL OF SUBLEASE NO.1 FOR AN ATM BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, AND NEWPORT NEWS MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES CREDIT UNION, INC., DATED THE 26TH DAY OF MAY, 2009. This resolution will authorize the City Manager to execute an extension of the existing sublease between the City of Newport News, Virginia, and Newport News Municipal Employees Credit Union, Inc. The Newport News Municipal Employees Credit Union currently subleases from the City, 16 square feet of space, located on the first floor of Fountain Plaza Two, 700 Town Center Drive, for an ATM machine. The existing sublease provides that it may be renewed for additional five-year periods, subject to City Council approval. The extended term would commence on June 1, 2009, and terminate on May 31, 2014, with all other terms and conditions of the sublease, including the monthly rental rate of $225, remaining in full force and effect. The City Manager recommends approval.
I. Ordinance Amending Section 40.2, Urban Enterprise Zone Boundaries and Technology Zones
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REORDAIN CHAPTER 40.2, URBAN ENTERPRISE ZONE BOUNDARIES, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA. This Ordinance will amend the City Code to change outdated nomenclature, "Urban Enterprise Zones" to "Enterprise Zones." There are several technical corrections needed to effect the conformance of the City Code with the boundaries and incentives approved by the Commonwealth, as a result of the City’s 2008 Enterprise Zone application process. These adjustments are also necessary for the accuracy and convenience of administering the City’s Enterprise Zone Program. The City Attorney’s Office has prepared four separate ordinances to accomplish the necessary technical corrections. This first ordinance change will also revise boundary descriptions, and delete Section 40.2-3, “Certified public accountant reimbursement pool; administration of pool,” which was abolished during the 2008 Enterprise Zone amendment process. The City Manager recommends approval.
J. Ordinance Amending Section 23-23, Reduction of License Tax
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REORDAIN CHAPTER 23 LICENSES, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, ARTICLE I., IN GENERAL, SECTION 23-23, REDUCTION OF LICENSE TAX. This Ordinance will amend the City Code to change the obsolete language, "Department of Planning and Development" to "Department of Development."
K. Ordinance Amending Section 40-123, Rebate of Consumer Utility Taxes in Enterprise Zones
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REORDAIN CHAPTER 40, TAXATION, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, ARTICLE VII., PURCHASERS OF ELECTRIC AND NATURAL GAS UTILITY SERVICES, SECTION 40-123, REBATE OF CONSUMER UTILITY TAXES IN ENTERPRISE ZONES. This Ordinance will amend the City Code to change the obsolete language, "Department of Planning and Development" to "Department of Development."
L. Ordinance to Repeal Section 40-106, Rebate of Local Exchange Telephone Service Tax
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REORDAIN CHAPTER 40, TAXATION, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, ARTICLE VI., TAX ON PURCHASERS OF LOCAL EXCHANGE TELEPHONE SERVICE, BY REPEALING SECTION 40-106, REBATE OF LOCAL EXCHANGE TELEPHONE SERVICE TAX. This Ordinance will amend the City Code by repealing Section 40-106, because the Local Exchange Telephone Service Tax is no longer in existence.
Motion to adoption of consent agenda 4. Consent Agenda Moved by Bateman, seconded by Vick.
Vote to adoption of consent agenda 4. Consent Agenda (Approved)
5. Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Project (CMAQ): Citywide Wayfinding Sign Program – Phase II
A. Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Project Administration Agreement
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS RATIFYING CONGESTION MITIGATION AND AIR QUALITY PROJECT FUNDING FROM THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR A WAYFINDING SIGN PROJECT AND GRANTING AUTHORITY TO PROCEED WITH THE PROJECT. This is a request to approve a Resolution that authorizes the City Manager to execute the Standard Project Administration Agreement for the Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Project - Citywide Wayfinding Sign Program Phase II, in the Mary Immaculate Hospital/Patrick Henry Mall and the Riverside Hospital/Christopher Newport University areas. The City of Newport News has a CMAQ Grant from VDOT for the fabrication and installation of approximately 25 Wayfinding Signs. This is the second phase of a citywide program to place signs that better direct motorists to destinations within the City. The City is required to administer and front fund the construction of this project. Upon completion of this project, the City will be reimbursed 100% from federal and state funds through VDOT; therefore, the local cost is $0. The City Manager recommends approval.
Motion to adoption of the resolution A. Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Project Administration Agreement
Moved by Bateman, seconded by Scott.
Vote to adoption of the resolution A. Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Project Administration Agreement
(Approved)
B. Appropriation of Funds - $500,000
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM REVENUE FROM THE COMMONWEALTH VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UPC 84365-CITYWIDE WAYFINDING SIGN - PHASE II ($500,000) TO UPC 84365 CITYWIDE WAYFINDING SIGN - PHASE II ($500,000). This is a request to appropropriate $500,000 of Front Funding for the Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Project - Citywide Wayfinding Sign Program Phase II, in the Mary Immaculate Hospital/Patrick Henry Mall and the Riverside Hospital/Christopher Newport University areas. In July 2005, the City received CMAQ grant funding in the amount of $500,000 from Federal and State funds. An appropriation for front funding in the amount of $500,000 is necessary to fund the complete construction cost of this project. Upon completion of this project, the City will be reimbursed 100% from Federal and State funds through VDOT.
Motion to adoption of the resolution B. Appropriation of Funds - $500,000 Moved by Bateman, seconded by Scott.
Vote to adoption of the resolution B. Appropriation of Funds - $500,000 (Approved)
6. Arterial Streets Resurfacing Program – American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Project
A RESOLUTION REQUESTING PROGRAMMING OF A PROJECT SUBJECT TO THE AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT OF 2009 (ARRA) PROJECT FUNDING FROM THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORATION FOR THE ARRA - ARTERIAL STREETS RESURFACING PROGRAM. This Resolution will authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement for an Arterial Streets Resurfacing Project, that will be funded under the provisions of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA). The project consists of resurfacing Jefferson Avenue from Hemlock road to J. Clyde Morris Boulevard, Warwick Boulevard from 50th Street to 71st Street, and Warwick boulevard from Nettles Drive to Denbigh Boulevard. The City had been successful in obtaining approval for $3,087,820 from the ARRA funds for this project. The City will be responsible for front funding and administering this project. Funding is 100% reimbursable from federal funds through the Virginia Department of Transportation.
Motion to adoption of the resolution 6. Arterial Streets Resurfacing Program - American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Project Moved by Vick, seconded by Bateman.
Vote to adoption of the resolution 6. Arterial Streets Resurfacing Program - American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Project (Approved)
7. Citywide Signal System Upgrade of Traffic Signal Controllers – American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Project
A RESOLUTION REQUESTING PROGRAMMING OF A PROJECT SUBJECT TO THE AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT OF 2009 (ARRA) PROJECT FUNDING FROM THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE ARRA - CITYWIDE SIGNAL SYSTEM UPGRADE OF TRAFFIC SIGNAL CONTROLLERS. This is a request to adopt a Resolution that will authorize the City Manager to execute and agreement for a Citywide Signal System Upgrade of Traffic Controllers project, that will be funded under the provisions of teh American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is currently administering a project for the City of Newport News' Citywide Signal System Upgrad. The City has been successful in obtaining approval for additional funds in the amount of$1,050,000 from the ARRA funds, for the purpose of the Citywide Signal System Upgrade of Traffic Signal Controllers. This is a VDOT administered project which will upgrade traffic signal controllers, including software and hardware throughout the City. There is no cost share requirement for this project.
Motion to adoption of the resolution 7. Citywide Signal System Upgrade of Traffic Signal Controllers - American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Project Moved by Vick, seconded by Scott.
Vote to adoption of the resolution 7. Citywide Signal System Upgrade of Traffic Signal Controllers - American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Project (Approved)
8. Appropriations
A. Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office – Virginia Domestic Violence Victims Fund - $40,000
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM STATE REVENUE ($40,000.00) TO VDVVF GRANT PROSECUTOR ($40,000.00). This was a request to approve a Resolution that will appropriate $40,000 in Virginia Domestic Violence Victims Funds, from the Department of Criminal Justice Services to the Commonwealth's Attorney's Office. The VDVVF Grant has been renewed for FY 2009 in the amount of $40,000. These funds will allow the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office to cover the personnel costs of a part-time attorney, tasked with prosecution of misdemeanor and felony cases involving domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and family abuse. It is estimated that approximately 600 cases will be prosecuted with support from these funds. The grant funds will be received from the Department of Criminal Justice Services. No local funds are required. The City Manager recommends approval.
B. Newport News Public Schools – Self Insurance Compensation - $245,000
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM SCHOOL WORKERS' COMPENSATION FUND RESERVES ($245,000.00) TO SCHOOL WORKERS' COMPENSATION FUND ($245,000.00). This was a request to approve a Resolution that will appropriate $245,000 to the Newport News Public School Division. It is anticipated that the NNPS Worker’s Compensation Self Insurance Fund will reach its legal appropriation limit prior to June 30, 2009. This appropriation is necessary to continue to pay claims as incurred by the School Division. Approval of this resolution will allow for use of School Workers’ Compensation Fund Reserves in the amount of $245,000. No other local funds are required. This will reduce the School Workers' Compensation Fund Reserves from $2,891,142 to $2,646,142. The City Manager recommends approval.
C. Public Works – Highway Maintenance Funds - $589,551
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING REVENUE TO FORCE ACCOUNT-STREET/HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE GENERAL FUND REVENUE ($589,551.00) AND STREET/HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE FUND ($589,551.00) AND APPROPRIATING EXPENDITURES TO CONTRACTUAL PAVING/PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT ($589,551.00) AND STREET/HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE FUND QUALIFIED ASPHALT/RESURFACING ($589,551.00). This was a request for a Resolution that will appropriate an additional $589,551 of FY 2009 Street and Highway Maintenance State Revenue, to the Public Works Department, for arterial street resurfacing contracts. FY 2009 State revenue for Street and Highway Maintenance will be higher than originally estimated by $589,551. These additional State funds will be appropriated to the Public Works General Fund, to allow a portion of the City’s normal residential street paving and reconstruction program to be carried out this fiscal year. Approval of this resolution will allow the use of additional State revenue with no local monies required. The City Manager recommends approval.
Motion to adoption of appropriation Moved by Scott, seconded by Bateman.
Vote to adoption of appropriation (Approved)
9. Citizen Comments on Matters Germane to the Business of City Council
Debbie Cain, 231 Milstead Road, NN, employed at City Farm commented on MGT Study pertaining to overcrowding in the City Jail. Shared dollar savings as a result of using City Farm labor. Jail not utilizing City Farm, and City is losing money as a result. City Farm has 147 empty beds currently. City Farm revenue neutral when used at its potential. No need for additional facility.
Joan Minarik, 114 Linbrook Drive, NN, commented on the City protecting its natural resources. KWR offers very little. Takes away land and wetlands, as well as homesteads. Will give a luxurious waterside area and water, which has not confirmed. Concerned about property on Jefferson Avenue and City Farm property. Question the need to develop those properties. Utilize what you have. Look at why people are not moving into the City. Tragedy of increased crime which should be addressed.
Latrina Fox, 601 Kentucky Avenue, City Farm employee, commented on MGT study and ail overcrowding. City Farm gives money back each year. Sheriff’s budget increased.
Glen Besa, Director of the Sierra Club, commented on the alternatives to the King William Reservoir Project. Shared results of a survey of sustainable water supplies in Virgnia’s lower Peninsula. KWR very expensive, not needed, and destructive to the environment. Big Bethel Reservoir site and a range of other projects could be pursued, incurring a faster implementation. Asked Council to consider responsible alternatives. Stop and take a serious look at the KWR project.
Mr. Thomas Ellis, 327 Brightwood Avenue, Hampton, commented on alternatives for the KWR project. Asked Council carefully consider alternatives submitted by Sierra Club.
Carol Hogge, 3 Gay Drive, NN, commented on Deep Creek Harbor and uses during Memorial Day weekend. Advocated for a public pier and replacement of the Deep Creek Pier.
Mr. C. W. Powell, 3 Gay Drive, NN, commented on opening of new Buckroe pier. Pull the plug on KWR
10. New Business and Councilmember Comments
Councilwoman Woodbury, commented on the MGT Study, which she felt was flawed and incomplete. Commended Debbie Cain for her comments. Commented on the newly opened Outdoor Learning Environment at Menchville High School. Commented on Blue Star Markers in Huntington Park to honor people who died in wars. Commented on the Memorial Day Service at the Victory Arch in Newport News hosted by American Legion Post 25. Thanked citizens for coming to share comments on KWR.
Councilwoman McMillan thanked the members of the BS Troop. Thanked Mr. Besa and Mr. Ellis. Recognized Beth Smith, President of Denbigh Warwick Business Association. Thanked her for the job fair on May 14. Commented on the success of the Job Fair. Over 360 participants. Congratulated Mr. Darcy Terry, receipt of award from the Denbigh Lions Club.
Councilwoman Scott commented on the success of the Job Fair held on May 14. Commended the Association. Commented on Feeding Future Leaders program. Offered condolences to the families of the recent crime victims.
Councilwoman Vick offered condolences to the families of the recent crime victims. Condolences to family of Sharita Rose, long-time resident of the Southeast community.
June 4 Town Hall Meeting hosted by NN Police at DGCAC.
Vice Mayor Whitaker commented on recent scholarship program by NNRHA.
Adjourn
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No presentations are scheduled. The regular meeting of City Council will resume at 7:30 p.m.
Call to Order
Roll call (6 Present, 1 Absent, 0 Excused)
Motion to excuse (specific Council member) from the meeting Excuse Mayor Frank from the Meeting. Moved by Scott, seconded by Vick.
1. Invocation - Pastor Kenneth McDade, Rhema Christian Center
The invocation was rendered by Pastor Kenneth McDade, Rhema Christian Center
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 Boy Scout Troop 27, Grace United Methodist Church
3. Public Hearings
A. Conditional Use Permit, CU-09-261, Larisa Properties
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NUMBER CU-09-261 FOR THE HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED PROPERTY FOR THE PURPOSE OF PERMITTING THE OPERATION OF A CAR WASH IN A C1 RETAIL COMMMERCIAL DISTRICT. This Ordinance will allow by Conditional Use Permit, a car wash, in conjunction with a laundromat, on a .82-acre property, located at 13182 Jefferson Avenue and a portion of 13186 Jefferson Avenue and zoned C1 Retail Commercial. This item was initially scheduled to be heard by City Council at its regular meeting on April 28, 2009. The City Manager received a letter from the legal counsel representing the applicant requesting that this item be deferred until the May 26, 2009 City Council meeting. The Planning Commission voted 7:2 to recommend to City Council the approval of the Conditional Use Permit, with conditions, and the City Manager concurs with that recommendation.
Mr. Billie M. Millner, Jones, Blechman, Woltz, & Kelly, Attorney for the applicant, requested the matter be deferred to June 9, 2009 Regular Meeting of City Council.
Motion to closure of the public hearing A. Conditional Use Permit, CU-09-261, Larisa Properties Moved by McMillan, seconded by Woodbury.
Vote to closure of the public hearing A. Conditional Use Permit, CU-09-261, Larisa Properties (Approved)
Motion to denial of the ordinance A. Conditional Use Permit, CU-09-261, Larisa Properties Moved by McMillan, seconded by Woodbury.
Vote to denial of the ordinance A. Conditional Use Permit, CU-09-261, Larisa Properties (Approved)
B. Conditional Use Permit, CU-09-262, Blount Family Limited Partnership
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NUMBER CU-09-262 FOR THE HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED PROPERTY FOR THE PURPOSE OF OPERATING A COMMUNICATION TOWER/ANTENNA ON A SITE ZONED M1 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL. This Ordinance will amend perviously approved Conditional Use Permit CU-08-239, which allowed the construction of a 200-foot Communications Tower on a .96-acre parcel, located at 925 48th Street and zoned M1 Light Industrial. The amendment is to eliminate condition number five, which required the applicant to submit a $50,000 bond for the removal of the Tower in the event if was ever abandoned. The Planning Commission voted 5:1 to recommend to City Council the approval of the conditional use permit, with conditions, and the City Manager concurs with that recommendation.
Mr. Frank Blount, representing Blount Family Limited Partnership,
Motion to closure of the public hearing B. Conditional Use Permit, CU-09-262, Blount Family Limited Partnership Moved by Bateman, seconded by Vick.
Vote to closure of the public hearing B. Conditional Use Permit, CU-09-262, Blount Family Limited Partnership (Approved)
Motion to adoption of the ordinance B. Conditional Use Permit, CU-09-262, Blount Family Limited Partnership Moved by Bateman, seconded by Vick.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance B. Conditional Use Permit, CU-09-262, Blount Family Limited Partnership (Approved)
C. Lease Agreement between the City and FLO TV, Incorporated
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 TOWER ATTACHMENT LEASE BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, AND FLO TY INCORPORATED DATED THE 26TH DAY OF MAY, 2009. This requested lease is to provide FLO TV designated space on the tower and land immediately adjacent to the tower at the GAT Site, located at 100 Tower Lane, Yorktown, Virginia. The proposed Tower Attachment Lease terms, specific equipment requirements, and location on the GAT Tower have been negotiated in coordination with the City's consultant for cell tower issues. The five-year lease will commence the earlier of November 1, 2009, or the start of construction. Rent will begin at $30,000 annually, to be paid in advance. Rent will be increased annually by an amount equal to 3% of the rent for the prior lease year. The negotiated terms are reflective of current market rates and consistent with existing City Tower Attachment Lease transactions. The City Manager recommends approval.
Motion to closure of the public hearing C. Lease Agreement between the City and FLO TV, Incorporated Moved by McMillan, seconded by Scott.
Vote to closure of the public hearing C. Lease Agreement between the City and FLO TV, Incorporated (Approved)
Motion to adoption of the ordinance C. Lease Agreement between the City and FLO TV, Incorporated Moved by Bateman, seconded by Vick.
Vote to adoption of the ordinance C. Lease Agreement between the City and FLO TV, Incorporated (Approved)
4. Consent Agenda
A. Minutes of Special Budget Work Session of May 5, 2009 - Revised
These minutes were originally approved at the May 12, 2009 Regular Meeting of City Council, and have been revised to reflect a concern expressed by a member of City Council, regarding support for funding for the Performing Arts.
B. Minutes of the Work Session of May 12, 2009
C. Minutes of the Special Meeting of May 12, 2009
D. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 12, 2009
E. Substantial Amendment to the Previously Approved 2008-2009 Consolidated Plan for Community Development
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS APPROVING A SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT TO THE APPROVED 2008-2009 CONSOLIDATED PLAN FOR HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND APPROVING SUBMISSION OF A REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDING UNDER THE AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT OF 2009 TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT. This resolution will approve a substantial amendment to the 2008-2009 Consolidated Housing and Community Development Action Plan, which is required for receipt of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Supplemental Community Development Block Grant (CDBG-R) Funds. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 designated $1 billion in CDBG funds to communities to carry out HUD-designated eligible activities on an expedited basis. The City was notified on May 5, 2009, of its eligibility for an allocation of $430,989 for CDBG-R activities and must submit a Substantial Amendment to its 2008-2009 Consolidated Housing and Community Development Action Plan to HUD by June 5, 2009. Newport News Redevelopment and Housing Authority will serve as the City’s Administrative Agent to oversee CDBG-R funds. No other local funds are required. The City manager recommends approval
F. Ordinance Amending City Code, Chapter 2, Article XXII - Deletion of Reference to Department of Management Services
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REORDAIN CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, BY REPEALING ARTICLE XXII, DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT SERVICES. This Ordinance will amend the City Code, Chapter 2, by eliminating the reference to the Department of Management Services. The Department of Management Services, which historically has been primarily responsible for the management of City Council’s agendas and logistics for its meetings, was merged into the City Manager’s Office on February 1, 2006. Work previously done by this department was reassigned to existing staff within the City Manager’s Office and has resulted in significant cost savings for the City. This ordinance amendment will bring the City Code into compliance with the current organizational structure. The City Manager recommends approval.
G. Ordinance Amending City Code, Chapters 2 and 16 – Deletion of References to the Office of Emergency Management
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REORDAIN (1) CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, ARTICLE XXII., DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES, SECTION 2-601, CRIMINAL HISTORY INVESTIGATION OF APPLICANTS FOR EMPLOYMENT; AND (2) CHAPTER 16, FIRE PEVENTION AND PROTECTION, BY ADDING THERETO A NEW ARTICLE, NAMELY ARTICLE VII., EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT; AND (3) BY REPEALING ARTICLE XXVII., OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT FROM CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION. This ordinance will amend the City Code, Chapter 2, Section 2-601, Administration, by eliminating the reference to the Office of Emergency Management, and Chapter 16, Section 44-146.19, FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION, BY ADDING A NEW ARTICLE TO INCLUDE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT. In November of 2008, the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) and the Fire Department merged to provide additional support and resources to the emergency management function. A review of the OEM’s organizational structure and the retirement of the current Coordinator of Emergency Management provided an opportunity for reorganization.The Coordinator’s position is both established and defined in the City Code; therefore, amendments are necessary to ensure the legal requirements are met to empower the Fire Chief to operate on the City’s behalf in the capacity of Coordinator. The City Manager recommends approval.
H. Extension of Sublease between the City and Newport News Municipal Employees Credit Union, Inc.
A RESOLUTION 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 RENEWAL OF SUBLEASE NO.1 FOR AN ATM BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, AND NEWPORT NEWS MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES CREDIT UNION, INC., DATED THE 26TH DAY OF MAY, 2009. This resolution will authorize the City Manager to execute an extension of the existing sublease between the City of Newport News, Virginia, and Newport News Municipal Employees Credit Union, Inc. The Newport News Municipal Employees Credit Union currently subleases from the City, 16 square feet of space, located on the first floor of Fountain Plaza Two, 700 Town Center Drive, for an ATM machine. The existing sublease provides that it may be renewed for additional five-year periods, subject to City Council approval. The extended term would commence on June 1, 2009, and terminate on May 31, 2014, with all other terms and conditions of the sublease, including the monthly rental rate of $225, remaining in full force and effect. The City Manager recommends approval.
I. Ordinance Amending Section 40.2, Urban Enterprise Zone Boundaries and Technology Zones
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REORDAIN CHAPTER 40.2, URBAN ENTERPRISE ZONE BOUNDARIES, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA. This Ordinance will amend the City Code to change outdated nomenclature, "Urban Enterprise Zones" to "Enterprise Zones." There are several technical corrections needed to effect the conformance of the City Code with the boundaries and incentives approved by the Commonwealth, as a result of the City’s 2008 Enterprise Zone application process. These adjustments are also necessary for the accuracy and convenience of administering the City’s Enterprise Zone Program. The City Attorney’s Office has prepared four separate ordinances to accomplish the necessary technical corrections. This first ordinance change will also revise boundary descriptions, and delete Section 40.2-3, “Certified public accountant reimbursement pool; administration of pool,” which was abolished during the 2008 Enterprise Zone amendment process. The City Manager recommends approval.
J. Ordinance Amending Section 23-23, Reduction of License Tax
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REORDAIN CHAPTER 23 LICENSES, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, ARTICLE I., IN GENERAL, SECTION 23-23, REDUCTION OF LICENSE TAX. This Ordinance will amend the City Code to change the obsolete language, "Department of Planning and Development" to "Department of Development."
K. Ordinance Amending Section 40-123, Rebate of Consumer Utility Taxes in Enterprise Zones
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REORDAIN CHAPTER 40, TAXATION, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, ARTICLE VII., PURCHASERS OF ELECTRIC AND NATURAL GAS UTILITY SERVICES, SECTION 40-123, REBATE OF CONSUMER UTILITY TAXES IN ENTERPRISE ZONES. This Ordinance will amend the City Code to change the obsolete language, "Department of Planning and Development" to "Department of Development."
L. Ordinance to Repeal Section 40-106, Rebate of Local Exchange Telephone Service Tax
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REORDAIN CHAPTER 40, TAXATION, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, ARTICLE VI., TAX ON PURCHASERS OF LOCAL EXCHANGE TELEPHONE SERVICE, BY REPEALING SECTION 40-106, REBATE OF LOCAL EXCHANGE TELEPHONE SERVICE TAX. This Ordinance will amend the City Code by repealing Section 40-106, because the Local Exchange Telephone Service Tax is no longer in existence.
Motion to adoption of consent agenda 4. Consent Agenda Moved by Bateman, seconded by Vick.
Vote to adoption of consent agenda 4. Consent Agenda (Approved)
5. Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Project (CMAQ): Citywide Wayfinding Sign Program – Phase II
A. Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Project Administration Agreement
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS RATIFYING CONGESTION MITIGATION AND AIR QUALITY PROJECT FUNDING FROM THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR A WAYFINDING SIGN PROJECT AND GRANTING AUTHORITY TO PROCEED WITH THE PROJECT. This is a request to approve a Resolution that authorizes the City Manager to execute the Standard Project Administration Agreement for the Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Project - Citywide Wayfinding Sign Program Phase II, in the Mary Immaculate Hospital/Patrick Henry Mall and the Riverside Hospital/Christopher Newport University areas. The City of Newport News has a CMAQ Grant from VDOT for the fabrication and installation of approximately 25 Wayfinding Signs. This is the second phase of a citywide program to place signs that better direct motorists to destinations within the City. The City is required to administer and front fund the construction of this project. Upon completion of this project, the City will be reimbursed 100% from federal and state funds through VDOT; therefore, the local cost is $0. The City Manager recommends approval.
Motion to adoption of the resolution A. Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Project Administration Agreement
Moved by Bateman, seconded by Scott.
Vote to adoption of the resolution A. Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Project Administration Agreement
(Approved)
B. Appropriation of Funds - $500,000
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM REVENUE FROM THE COMMONWEALTH VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UPC 84365-CITYWIDE WAYFINDING SIGN - PHASE II ($500,000) TO UPC 84365 CITYWIDE WAYFINDING SIGN - PHASE II ($500,000). This is a request to appropropriate $500,000 of Front Funding for the Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Project - Citywide Wayfinding Sign Program Phase II, in the Mary Immaculate Hospital/Patrick Henry Mall and the Riverside Hospital/Christopher Newport University areas. In July 2005, the City received CMAQ grant funding in the amount of $500,000 from Federal and State funds. An appropriation for front funding in the amount of $500,000 is necessary to fund the complete construction cost of this project. Upon completion of this project, the City will be reimbursed 100% from Federal and State funds through VDOT.
Motion to adoption of the resolution B. Appropriation of Funds - $500,000 Moved by Bateman, seconded by Scott.
Vote to adoption of the resolution B. Appropriation of Funds - $500,000 (Approved)
6. Arterial Streets Resurfacing Program – American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Project
A RESOLUTION REQUESTING PROGRAMMING OF A PROJECT SUBJECT TO THE AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT OF 2009 (ARRA) PROJECT FUNDING FROM THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORATION FOR THE ARRA - ARTERIAL STREETS RESURFACING PROGRAM. This Resolution will authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement for an Arterial Streets Resurfacing Project, that will be funded under the provisions of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA). The project consists of resurfacing Jefferson Avenue from Hemlock road to J. Clyde Morris Boulevard, Warwick Boulevard from 50th Street to 71st Street, and Warwick boulevard from Nettles Drive to Denbigh Boulevard. The City had been successful in obtaining approval for $3,087,820 from the ARRA funds for this project. The City will be responsible for front funding and administering this project. Funding is 100% reimbursable from federal funds through the Virginia Department of Transportation.
Motion to adoption of the resolution 6. Arterial Streets Resurfacing Program - American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Project Moved by Vick, seconded by Bateman.
Vote to adoption of the resolution 6. Arterial Streets Resurfacing Program - American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Project (Approved)
7. Citywide Signal System Upgrade of Traffic Signal Controllers – American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Project
A RESOLUTION REQUESTING PROGRAMMING OF A PROJECT SUBJECT TO THE AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT OF 2009 (ARRA) PROJECT FUNDING FROM THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE ARRA - CITYWIDE SIGNAL SYSTEM UPGRADE OF TRAFFIC SIGNAL CONTROLLERS. This is a request to adopt a Resolution that will authorize the City Manager to execute and agreement for a Citywide Signal System Upgrade of Traffic Controllers project, that will be funded under the provisions of teh American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is currently administering a project for the City of Newport News' Citywide Signal System Upgrad. The City has been successful in obtaining approval for additional funds in the amount of$1,050,000 from the ARRA funds, for the purpose of the Citywide Signal System Upgrade of Traffic Signal Controllers. This is a VDOT administered project which will upgrade traffic signal controllers, including software and hardware throughout the City. There is no cost share requirement for this project.
Motion to adoption of the resolution 7. Citywide Signal System Upgrade of Traffic Signal Controllers - American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Project Moved by Vick, seconded by Scott.
Vote to adoption of the resolution 7. Citywide Signal System Upgrade of Traffic Signal Controllers - American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Project (Approved)
8. Appropriations
A. Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office – Virginia Domestic Violence Victims Fund - $40,000
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM STATE REVENUE ($40,000.00) TO VDVVF GRANT PROSECUTOR ($40,000.00). This was a request to approve a Resolution that will appropriate $40,000 in Virginia Domestic Violence Victims Funds, from the Department of Criminal Justice Services to the Commonwealth's Attorney's Office. The VDVVF Grant has been renewed for FY 2009 in the amount of $40,000. These funds will allow the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office to cover the personnel costs of a part-time attorney, tasked with prosecution of misdemeanor and felony cases involving domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and family abuse. It is estimated that approximately 600 cases will be prosecuted with support from these funds. The grant funds will be received from the Department of Criminal Justice Services. No local funds are required. The City Manager recommends approval.
B. Newport News Public Schools – Self Insurance Compensation - $245,000
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM SCHOOL WORKERS' COMPENSATION FUND RESERVES ($245,000.00) TO SCHOOL WORKERS' COMPENSATION FUND ($245,000.00). This was a request to approve a Resolution that will appropriate $245,000 to the Newport News Public School Division. It is anticipated that the NNPS Worker’s Compensation Self Insurance Fund will reach its legal appropriation limit prior to June 30, 2009. This appropriation is necessary to continue to pay claims as incurred by the School Division. Approval of this resolution will allow for use of School Workers’ Compensation Fund Reserves in the amount of $245,000. No other local funds are required. This will reduce the School Workers' Compensation Fund Reserves from $2,891,142 to $2,646,142. The City Manager recommends approval.
C. Public Works – Highway Maintenance Funds - $589,551
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING REVENUE TO FORCE ACCOUNT-STREET/HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE GENERAL FUND REVENUE ($589,551.00) AND STREET/HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE FUND ($589,551.00) AND APPROPRIATING EXPENDITURES TO CONTRACTUAL PAVING/PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT ($589,551.00) AND STREET/HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE FUND QUALIFIED ASPHALT/RESURFACING ($589,551.00). This was a request for a Resolution that will appropriate an additional $589,551 of FY 2009 Street and Highway Maintenance State Revenue, to the Public Works Department, for arterial street resurfacing contracts. FY 2009 State revenue for Street and Highway Maintenance will be higher than originally estimated by $589,551. These additional State funds will be appropriated to the Public Works General Fund, to allow a portion of the City’s normal residential street paving and reconstruction program to be carried out this fiscal year. Approval of this resolution will allow the use of additional State revenue with no local monies required. The City Manager recommends approval.
Motion to adoption of appropriation Moved by Scott, seconded by Bateman.
Vote to adoption of appropriation (Approved)
9. Citizen Comments on Matters Germane to the Business of City Council
Debbie Cain, 231 Milstead Road, NN, employed at City Farm commented on MGT Study pertaining to overcrowding in the City Jail. Shared dollar savings as a result of using City Farm labor. Jail not utilizing City Farm, and City is losing money as a result. City Farm has 147 empty beds currently. City Farm revenue neutral when used at its potential. No need for additional facility.
Joan Minarik, 114 Linbrook Drive, NN, commented on the City protecting its natural resources. KWR offers very little. Takes away land and wetlands, as well as homesteads. Will give a luxurious waterside area and water, which has not confirmed. Concerned about property on Jefferson Avenue and City Farm property. Question the need to develop those properties. Utilize what you have. Look at why people are not moving into the City. Tragedy of increased crime which should be addressed.
Latrina Fox, 601 Kentucky Avenue, City Farm employee, commented on MGT study and ail overcrowding. City Farm gives money back each year. Sheriff’s budget increased.
Glen Besa, Director of the Sierra Club, commented on the alternatives to the King William Reservoir Project. Shared results of a survey of sustainable water supplies in Virgnia’s lower Peninsula. KWR very expensive, not needed, and destructive to the environment. Big Bethel Reservoir site and a range of other projects could be pursued, incurring a faster implementation. Asked Council to consider responsible alternatives. Stop and take a serious look at the KWR project.
Mr. Thomas Ellis, 327 Brightwood Avenue, Hampton, commented on alternatives for the KWR project. Asked Council carefully consider alternatives submitted by Sierra Club.
Carol Hogge, 3 Gay Drive, NN, commented on Deep Creek Harbor and uses during Memorial Day weekend. Advocated for a public pier and replacement of the Deep Creek Pier.
Mr. C. W. Powell, 3 Gay Drive, NN, commented on opening of new Buckroe pier. Pull the plug on KWR
10. New Business and Councilmember Comments
Councilwoman Woodbury, commented on the MGT Study, which she felt was flawed and incomplete. Commended Debbie Cain for her comments. Commented on the newly opened Outdoor Learning Environment at Menchville High School. Commented on Blue Star Markers in Huntington Park to honor people who died in wars. Commented on the Memorial Day Service at the Victory Arch in Newport News hosted by American Legion Post 25. Thanked citizens for coming to share comments on KWR.
Councilwoman McMillan thanked the members of the BS Troop. Thanked Mr. Besa and Mr. Ellis. Recognized Beth Smith, President of Denbigh Warwick Business Association. Thanked her for the job fair on May 14. Commented on the success of the Job Fair. Over 360 participants. Congratulated Mr. Darcy Terry, receipt of award from the Denbigh Lions Club.
Councilwoman Scott commented on the success of the Job Fair held on May 14. Commended the Association. Commented on Feeding Future Leaders program. Offered condolences to the families of the recent crime victims.
Councilwoman Vick offered condolences to the families of the recent crime victims. Condolences to family of Sharita Rose, long-time resident of the Southeast community.
June 4 Town Hall Meeting hosted by NN Police at DGCAC.
Vice Mayor Whitaker commented on recent scholarship program by NNRHA.
Adjourn
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