Chesapeake Land Bank Authority

CHESAPEAKE LAND BANK AUTHORITY MINUTES OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING FEBRUARY 7, 2024, 3:30 PM EST The Chesapeake Land Bank Authority Board of Directors Meeting was called to order by Amy Doll Dudash, Chair, at 3:31 PM, Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at 555 Belaire Avenue, Chesapeake, VA 23320, present were: Chesapeake Land Bank Authority Directors: Amy Doll Dudash, Alfredo “Joe” C. Josue, John A. Kish, Daniel W. Whitaker, Clyde T. Clark, Jr. (remote from Richmond, VA for personal matter), Vonda W. Chappell, and Joseph D. Miles, IV Staff: John M. Harbin, Executive Director Legal Counsel: Robert Kinser, Esq., Basnight, Kinser, Leftwich & Nuckolls, P.C. City of Chesapeake Staff: Nathanial McCormick (Planning), Lloyd Jackson (Economic Development), Carlos Rodriguez (Development and Permits), and Debra Fagan (Treasurer’s Office). Members of the Public: John Kownack (Chesapeake Redevelopment and Housing Authority) These minutes constitute the account of proceedings required by the Code of Virginia §2.2-3707 and are prepared in accordance with Robert's Rules of Order 12th Edition. AGENDA ITEMS: (Meeting Agenda is hereby attached as EXHIBIT “A”) A. Chair Amy Doll Dudash called to order the FORMAL SESSION of the Board of Directors meeting at 3:31 PM B. ROLL CALL was conducted by voice and confirmed: Amy Doll Dudash, Alfredo “Joe” C. Josue, John A. Kish, Daniel W. Whitaker, Clyde T. Clark, Jr. (remote), Vonda W. Chappell, and Joseph D. Miles, IV were PRESENT. C. Upon motion by: Vonda W. Chappell, seconded by, Joseph D. Miles, IV, the Board of Directors unanimously APPROVED the MINUTES of January 3, 2024 Board of Directors meeting. D. Old and New Business 1. Treasurer’s Report: John M. Harbin presented the financial reports for the month of December, reviewing the account balances and debits/credits of all the Land Bank’s accounts. 2. Executive Director Report: John M. Harbin reported on: i. Staff activities over the last month. 3. Property Reports: John M. Harbin reported on: i. The status of the Board of Zoning Appeals application for 2112 Liberty Street, Chesapeake, VA 23324. ii. The potential acquisition of properties in the 1300 block of Bainbridge Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA 23324. Upon motion by: Daniel W. Whitaker, seconded by Joseph D. Miles, IV, the Board of Directors unanimously AUTHORIZED the Executive Director to negotiate a purchase agreement for 1312 and 1320 Bainbridge Boulevard. iii. Possible next steps to redevelop Authority-owned property with residential dwellings. iv. The potential acquisition of properties in the 300 and 400 block of N Battlefield Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA 23320. 4. South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program: i. John M. Harbin presented an existing South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program application at 1423 Rodgers Street, Chesapeake, VA 23324. Upon motion by: Alfredo “Joe” C. Josue, seconded by Joseph D. Miles, IV, the Board of Directors unanimously APPROVED the South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program application at 1423 Rodgers Street, Chesapeake, VA 23324. ii. John M. Harbin presented an existing South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program application at 1009 Jackson Avenue, Chesapeake, VA 23324.  Upon motion by: Daniel W. Whitaker, seconded by Alfredo “Joe” C. Josue, the Board of Directors unanimously APPROVED the South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program application at 1009 Jackson Avenue, Chesapeake, VA 23324. iii. John M. Harbin presented a new South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program application at 1044 Chesapeake Avenue, Chesapeake, VA 23324. Upon motion by: Daniel W. Whitaker, seconded by Vonda W. Chappell, the Board of Directors unanimously APPROVED the South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program application at 1044 Chesapeake Avenue, Chesapeake, VA 23324. 2. City Staff Updates: Nathanial McCormick reported on the progress to update the South Norfolk Historic and Cultural Preservation Overlay District Design and Procedural Guidelines. 3. Legal Updates: There were no updates presented. 4. Additional Discussions: The Board discussed challenges facing applicants to the South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program in finding qualified contractors to provide estimates and approaches staff can take to assist applicants and possible revisions to the Program Guidelines. 5. Public Remarks: There were no public remarks offered. E. Committee Reports 1. Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC): There were no updates presented. a. Economic Development Authority (EDA): There were no updates presented. b. Chesapeake Redevelopment and Housing Authority (CRHA): John Kownack reported that a subgroup of Chesapeake Thrives is forming to find property suitable for multifamily residential development and requested CLBA participation. John Kish reported on the renovations of Forest Cove Apartments. F. Scheduling of Next Board Meeting The next meeting of the Chesapeake Land Bank Authority Board of Directors will be held on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at 3:30 PM.