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Public Hearing 06/24/25 HON. KERRY P. DEVINE, MAYOR CITY OF FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA HON. CHARLIE L. FRYE, JR., VICE -MAYOR, WARD FOUR HON. JANNAN W. HOLMES, AT-LARGE CITY COUNCIL HON. DR. WILL B. MACKINTOSH, AT-LARGE HON. JASON N. GRAHAM, WARD ONE HON. JONATHAN A. GERLACH, WARD TWO HON. SUSANNA R. FINN, WARD THREE Council Chambers, 715 Princess Anne Street Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401 June 24, 2025 The Council of the City of Fredericksburg, Virginia, held a public hearing on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, beginning at 8:24 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall. City Council Present. Vice-Mayor Charlie L. Frye, Jr., Council members Susanna R. Finn, Jonathan A. Gerlach, Jason N. Graham, Jannan W. Holmes and Dr. Will B. Mackintosh. City Council Absent. Mayor Kerry P. Devine, family emergency. Others Present. City Manager Timothy J. Baroody, Deputy City Manager Mark Whitley, Deputy City Manager David Brown, City Attorney Kelly J. Lackey, Economic Development Director Joshua Summits, Planning and Building Services Director Michael Craig, Principle Planner Josh Crump, Historic Resources Planner Kate Schwartz, Senior Development Administrator Marne Sherman, Finance Director Amanda Six, Senior Budget Analyst Latoya Marshall-Gronhoff, Economic Development Director Joshua Summits and Clerk of Council Tonya B. Lacey. Notice of Public Hearings (D25-268 thru D25-269.1). The Clerk read the notice of the public hearings as it appeared in the local newspaper, the purpose being to solicit citizen input. 22571 Public Hearing 06/24/25 Resolution 25-45, Adopting the 2025 Fredericksburg Forward Comprehensive Plan (D25-268 thru D25-269.1). Staff presented a PowerPoint presentation and they discussed: What is a Comprehensive Plan?; Comprehensive Planning Process, Public Engagement Methods; Plan Timeline; How is FXBG’s Comp Plan Unique?; Systems Approach; Complementary Framework; Walkable Centers and Corridors; Implementable and Trackable; Goals; Comp Plan Chapters; Community Design & Land Use; Mobility; Public Open Space; Housing; Historic Preservation; Planning Life Cycle; Public Facilities & Services; Economic Development; Environment and Vision. Planning Commissioner Chair David Durham spoke on the process of the Planning Commission. Over the two-year process ten Planning Commissioners participated in the review. The Planning Commission was involved in all aspects of the development plan. There was a small committee that reviewed several proposals and selected Stantec/ Summitt Team who lead the conversations, developed the plan and created an online interactive tool. They also took part in the community conversations as well as in the many Planning Commission work and regular sessions. The Planning Commission worked through the draft plan to create a final product for Council’s review and consideration. The Planning Commission approved the plan on May 28 with a 6-0 vote with one member absent. Council Graham spoke highly of the work done on the plan and how it shows the implementation of the City and where it wants to be. 22572 Public Hearing 06/24/25 Councilor Gerlach moved to approve Resolution 25-45, adopting the 2025 Fredericksburg Forward Comprehensive Plan; motion was seconded by Councilor Holmes. Staff reminded Council of the Amendment that needed to be made to the river crossing accepting Option C in the Comp Plan instead of Option A; Councilor Gerlach accepted the amendment. Councilor Finn thanked those who worked on the plans and to the Community for their input. She found it interesting that the largest growing demographic was families. Councilor Mackintosh also echoed thanks to all and he stated that all the work the community has put into the Area Plans over the years has allowed this plan to be more comprehensive. Councilor Gerlach said this plan shows what an exceptional community this is. Councilor Holmes added that the plan was comprehensive, and she loved that so much public engagement went into it. It reflects the community and the City’s goals. The motion passed by the following recorded votes. Ayes (6). Councilors Frye, Finn, Gerlach, Graham, Holmes and Mackintosh. Nays (0). Adjourned. There being no speakers to come before the Council at this time, Vice-Mayor Frye declared the hearing officially adjourned at 8:53 p.m. Charlie L. Frye, Jr. Charlie L. Frye, Jr., Vice-Mayor Tonya B. Lacey Tonya B. Lacey, Clerk of Council, MMC 22573 Public Hearing 06/24/25 [This page intentionally left blank] 22574 Regular Session 06/24/25 HON. KERRY P. DEVINE, MAYOR CITY OF FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA HON. CHARLIE L. FRYE, JR., VICE -MAYOR, WARD FOUR HON. JANNAN W. HOLMES, AT-LARGE CITY COUNCIL HON. DR. WILL B. MACKINTOSH, AT-LARGE HON. JASON N. GRAHAM, WARD ONE HON. JONATHAN A. GERLACH, WARD TWO HON. SUSANNA R. FINN, WARD THREE Council Chambers, 715 Princess Anne Street Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401 June 24, 2025 The Council of the City of Fredericksburg, Virginia held a regular session on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall. City Council Present. Vice-Mayor Charlie L. Frye, Jr., Council members Susanna R. Finn, Jonathan A. Gerlach, Jason N. Graham, Jannan W. Holmes and Dr. Will B. Mackintosh. City Council Absent. Mayor Kerry P. Devine, family emergency. Others Present. City Manager Timothy J. Baroody, Deputy City Manager Mark Whitley, Deputy City Manager David Brown, City Attorney Kelly J. Lackey, Economic Development Director Joshua Summits, Planning and Building Services Director Michael Craig, Principle Planner Josh Crump, Historic Resources Planner Kate Schwartz, Senior Development Administrator Marne Sherman, Finance Director Amanda Six, Senior Budget Analyst Latoya Marshall-Gronhoff, and Clerk of Council Tonya B. Lacey. Opening Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance. The Council was led in prayer by Councilor Will Mackintosh followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilor Jason Graham. 22575 Regular Session 06/24/25 Officer Recognized. Vice-Mayor Charlie Frye, Jr. recognized the presence of Lieutenant William Reyes at this evening’s meeting. Kenmore Avenue and Lafayette Project Update (D25-261). Community Planning and Development Director Michael Craig introduced the ongoing transportation project, including planning efforts and improvements, at two intersections in the downtown area along Lafayette Boulevard, Kenmore Avenue, and Charles Street. Mr. Craig noted that VDOT provided preliminary plans for the project. Mr. Craig explained the Lafayette / Kenmore / Charles Intersection Improvements project originated because it is one of the most difficult areas for pedestrians to navigate downtown due to the many traffic lanes and movements and high volume of traffic. Mr. Craig stated this intersection project is part of a broader planning network aligned with moving pedestrians, bike traffic, and vehicular traffic, with an emphasis on reducing the amount of crossing pedestrians must do. This project was awarded in 2020, and the City asked VDOT to administer the project on the City’s behalf; VDOT will do the engineering and construction. Deputy City Manager David Brown presented the in-process design project for the Lafayette Boulevard / Weedon Street Intersection. The intent of the project was to improve handicap access ramps and bring them up to code as required, install additional crosswalks, and improve accessibility to the Virginia Central Railway (VCR) Trail. Mr. Brown discussed the intersections at Lafayette Boulevard and Charles Street, and at Kenmore Avenue and Lafayette Boulevard Mr. Brown explained the initial proposal was to install a traffic circle to aid movement of vehicular traffic and 22576 Regular Session 06/24/25 pedestrians; however, the grade on Charles Street posed issues with larger vehicles navigating a traffic circle, and it was determined a traffic circle would not be possible due to physical geometrics. Mr. Brown explained the main challenge was that the grant was approved at $7 million, and the proposed improvements would be over $10 million, with the additional cost borne by the City. Mr. Brown presented the proposed 10 ft. wide shared-use path that will connect to the VCR trail for pedestrians and bicyclists and reviewed the proposed changes including removal of a signal on Kenmore Avenue, improvements to the existing island, and new, wider crosswalks, all with the objective of remaining within the original $7 million budget. Mr. Brown explained the timeline included completion of project design / engineering in 2027, with construction in 2028 and 2029, and noted concurrent VDOT projects within the City. Councilor Graham requested an overview of the rationale for the potential conversion of Prince Edward Street from a one-way to a two-way street. Mr. Brown stated that only a portion of Prince Edward Street would be converted from one-way to two-way due to the proximity of the intersection of Prince Edward Street to the Lafayette / Kenmore intersection, to give better spacing and maneuverability. Councilor Graham asked if the concern was that cars would back up if this change did not occur and stated concerns that a conversion from a two-way to a one- way was confusing. 22577 Regular Session 06/24/25 Mr. Brown explained the proposed change provided drivers better sight distance, stating it was sometimes difficult to tell if vehicles making a right turn from Lafayette Boulevard onto Kenmore Avenue were going straight or turning onto Prince Edward Street, noting some drivers do not use turn signals. Mr. Brown said it is primarily a safety improvement. Councilor Graham asked if it would make more sense to make the entire block inaccessible, voicing concern for drivers getting confused and needing to back up, which would cause other safety concerns. Mr. Brown said one reason for retaining the right turn lane from Lafayette Boulevard to Kenmore Avenue was regarding VDOT’s access to adjacent properties, such as the car repair shop on the corner which currently has two or three accesses. If changes are made to property access during a project, the property owners are due compensation, and the City must consider how access to that property is affected. Councilor Gerlach stated he was concerned that there was no place for pedestrians to stand in the middle when crossing Kenmore Avenue, citing the long crosswalk with cars coming from both Lafayette Boulevard and Kenmore Avenue Councilor Gerlach asked if pedestrians would have a refuge in the pedestrian crossing. Mr. Brown stated for vehicles travelling down Kenmore Avenue there will be a stop sign where drivers are required to stop and yield the right of way to pedestrians. Mr. Brown also stated if the vehicle is turning left, they are required to stop and yield the right of way to pedestrians per state law. 22578 Regular Session 06/24/25 Councilor Gerlach asked if there was any way to adjust the crosswalk to move it toward Prince Edward Street so there would be room for a pedestrian refuge. Mr. Brown stated they would follow up with VDOT regarding the design and that this is a preliminary sketch of the plan. Mr. Brown said they needed to ensure adding an island to the intersection would account for turning truck radiuses to prevent trucks from driving on top of the island. Councilor Gerlach asked for clarification regarding the same crosswalk as to whether there was a slip lane that pedestrians had to cross as well. Mr. Brown clarified that there was not another slip lane, and the existing slip lane would be removed with the objective of reducing the length of the crossing at that intersection. Councilor Gerlach said he was glad to see a reduction in crossing length and if they could add a pedestrian refuge on the long crosswalk in question, that would be great. Councilor Mackintosh said he appreciated the work the staff did to thread the VCR trail closer to downtown, acknowledging the challenge of fitting a 10 ft. mixed-use path through an existing downtown. Councilor Mackintosh said he shared Councilor Gerlach’s concerns about how the proposed pedestrian infrastructure interacted with the intersections and slip lanes. Councilor Mackintosh stated slip lanes are not pedestrian-friendly in that they are designed to move cars quickly, so drivers are often not looking for pedestrians. Councilor Mackintosh said that the plan is better than what is there now, but it does not address the core design problems with the corridor 22579 Regular Session 06/24/25 because it is still designed to move vehicles through the intersection quickly. Councilor Mackintosh said the area needed to be reengineered, rather than adding pedestrian infrastructure to the existing areas, which was why he was excited about the old plan because it got closer to a redesign. Councilor Mackintosh acknowledged redesign may not be financially feasible nor possible from an engineering perspective. Councilor Mackintosh asked if the City staff and VDOT can do more for pedestrians here. Councilor Mackintosh referenced page 44 of the 2025 Fredericksburg Forward Comprehensive Plan draft under the Mobility section where it stated the goal of enhancing the train station’s function as a walkable center. Councilor Mackintosh said the plan for the intersections did this to some extent, but not fully. Councilor Mackintosh stated the Small Area Plan for Area 7 Downtown referenced this area as a walkable urban place, and he emphasized that bicycle and pedestrian access is part of the consistent values that the community has articulated to the Council and that the Council wanted to see in the City, so Councilor Mackintosh wanted to ensure the plans work to achieve that. Councilor Mackintosh stated that trucks were able to turn on other intersections in the City that were not designed for tractor trailers, and that he does not understand why the City would prioritize accommodating tractor trailers over pedestrians. Councilor Mackintosh said he seconded Councilor Graham’s concern about the partial one-way closure on Prince Edward Street causing extra confusion for drivers. Councilor Mackintosh cited the downtown traffic study and the goal of eliminating confusing intersections, and said he does not want to see the City backtrack on that goal. 22580 Regular Session 06/24/25 Mr. Brown asked if there was any opposition to making Prince Edward Street all one-way. Councilor Mackintosh said making Prince Edward Street all one-way would be better than the plan presented, but leaving the street as-is was preferable. Councilor Finn stated the pedestrian path planned was not intuitive and pedestrians in a rush were more likely to take the shortest route instead of using the planned crosswalk, for example, dashing across Charles Street or Princess Anne Street Councilor Finn emphasized the plan should meet pedestrians where they are and ensure the paths they took naturally are the safe street. Mr. Brown stated that the referenced intersection on Princess Anne Street was discussed with VDOT to guide pedestrians to an intersection where they can cross safely by providing barriers to keep them from crossing at a less safe location. Mr. Brown said Charles Street had hot sticks, which are yellow, reflective, linear or tube pavement markers that guide pedestrians. Mr. Brown stated that even with direct guidance to pedestrians, a pedestrian may still take an alternative route. Councilor Finn said she would like to see a little more carrot and a little less stick. Councilor Graham said he echoed Councilor Mackintosh in that he wants to see prioritization of pedestrians above vehicular traffic at every intersection. Councilor Graham asked if it was possible to eliminate the slip lane, bring out the sidewalk, and plant some trees. Mr. Brown said if they eliminate the slip lane, they will need to look at access to the previously mentioned parcel, and it would move the driveways closer to the 22581 Regular Session 06/24/25 intersection, creating more of a conflict between pedestrians and vehicular traffic. Mr. Brown said this was a state funded project and that VDOT must accommodate both vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Mr. Brown said a traffic circle would increase the project by over $3 million. Councilor Graham asked if a crosswalk could be added across Lafayette Boulevard between numbers 3-4 on the presented Lafayette / Kenmore / Charles Intersections Improvement map, with a sign stating drivers must yield to pedestrians in accordance with state law. Councilor Graham stated number 5 on the presented map was an opportunity for an extra crosswalk to prevent unsafe pedestrian crossings in reference to Councilor Finn’s earlier point. Councilor Graham referenced Councilor Gerlach’s earlier point stating that on Kenmore Avenue approaching Lafayette Boulevard, Kenmore Avenue could have a straight crosswalk to eliminate the need for a pedestrian refuge point. Councilor Graham stated he wanted to cut down on the number of refuge points. Mr. Brown stated the summary report prepared by Kimley-Horn and Associates included an exhibit showing truck turning radius requirements, which is why they were reflected in the plan. Councilor Graham confirmed with Mr. Brown that the City has certain areas in historic downtown where truck traffic is prohibited. Councilor Graham asked if there was a way to re-route trucks to improve pedestrian safety. Mr. Brown said Lafayette Boulevard was designated as a U.S. Route 1 Business. Councilor Graham confirmed with Mr. Brown that Kenmore Avenue is not designated as U.S. Route 1 Business. Councilor 22582 Regular Session 06/24/25 Graham asked if they could determine whether trucks should continue to be permitted onto Kenmore Avenue Mr. Brown said they could look into it. Vice-Mayor Frye said one of the biggest businesses near this intersection is the post office, and overnight there is heavy traffic of postal tractor trailers. Councilor Mackintosh asked to display the presentation back to the Lafayette Boulevard / Weedon Street Intersection Access Ramps Improvements. Councilor Mackintosh asked why not add a crosswalk on the northeast side of the intersection to complete the crosswalk. Mr. Brown said address 714 indicated on the visual is a house, and the sidewalk is right at the property line, so adding an additional crosswalk would mean redoing the sidewalk at that location which would require additional room for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance. Mr. Brown said Councilor Mackintosh’s request would require the associated access ramp on the sidewalk in front of the house. Councilor Mackintosh asked if there was room for additional sidewalk in front of the house. Mr. Brown stated it would have to extend into the driveway located at 714 on the other side of the house not shown in the visual, and adding the crosswalk as suggested would basically remove the sidewalk in front of the home at 714. Councilor Mackintosh asked if the concern was cost. Mr. Brown stated the goal was to minimize the impact for residents and keep access to the VCR trail. 22583 Regular Session 06/24/25 Councilor Mackintosh emphasized Councilor Finn’s earlier point to meet pedestrians where they are by protecting them with productive pedestrian infrastructure. Mr. Brown replied that the plan provided a crosswalk for individuals in wheelchairs, which does not preclude walking pedestrians. Councilor Mackintosh said it does not protect walking pedestrians with a visible crosswalk that directs drivers to look for pedestrians in a portion of the road where pedestrians have a legal right to cross. Councilor Gerlach confirmed with Mr. Brown that cell phone signals can be used when studying vehicle traffic patterns and asked if the same can be done for pedestrian traffic. Councilor Gerlach asked if there was any data about where the bulk of pedestrian traffic is crossing the intersection. Mr. Brown said no. Mr. Brown thanked the Council for their comments and said he would present the Council’s feedback as part of the public hearing tomorrow. Councilor Holmes said she knew parents who did not let their middle school children cross the road due to slip lane safety concerns. Regarding the Lafayette / Kenmore / Charles Intersection Improvements map from number 2 to the stop sign on Kenmore Avenue, Councilor Holmes noted it was a long crossway for pedestrians pushing a stroller or who may not move quickly. Councilor Holmes said there was no light or anything to give the pedestrian the right of way other than the legal right of way and stated concerns about whether all drivers would pay attention to a crosswalk of that length to enable safe pedestrian crossing. 22584 Regular Session 06/24/25 Councilor Finn stated she understood the design did not meet the original budgeted amount of $7 million, and if they wanted the original design, it would be a cost difference the City would have to provide. Councilor Finn asked if there was an opportunity to reapply for a higher amount and request the original design. Mr. Brown stated if the City chose to change the project, the City would be liable for any costs expended for the project. Mr. Brown said in the application process, they would have to wait for the next submission period, but there would be no guarantee of approval. This would likely extend the project construction to 2035. Councilor Finn said she appreciated that the programming takes a considerable amount of time but if the plan was not an improvement over what exists, she would rather wait and recompete. Councilor Finn said she was positive about the plan looking great after tomorrow’s public hearing. City Manager Timothy Baroody stated they heard the Council loud and clear and will take the Council’s feedback to VDOT, work to preserve the $7 million award, and commit to bringing back a better project. Consent Agenda Accepted for Transmittal as Recommended (D25- 262 thru D25-267). Councilor Gerlach moved approval of the City Manager’s consent agenda; motion was seconded by Councilor Mackintosh and passed by the following recorded votes. Ayes (6). Councilors Frye, Finn, Gerlach, Graham, Holmes and Mackintosh. Nays (0). 22585 Regular Session 06/24/25 o Resolution 25-41, Second Read Approved, Amending the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget to Authorize a Payment to the Virginia Retirement System to Offset Future Pension Liability (D25-262). o Resolution 25-44, Approved, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Agreements Necessary to Consent to the Assignment of Contractual Obligations Arising from the Shared Development and Use Agreement for Multipurpose Stadium from SAJ Baseball, LLC, and FREDERICKSBURG BASEBALL, LLC, to DBH Fredericksburg, LLC, and Associated Entities (D25-263). o Transmittal of Draft Council Priorities Update (D25-264). o Transmittal of the Board and Commission Minutes • Architectural Review Board – May 12, 2025 (D25-265). • Board of Social Services – April 3, 2025 (D25-266). • Economic Development Authority – May 12, 2025 (D25-267). Public Hearing (D25-268 thru D25-269.1). The regular session was recessed in order to conduct scheduled public hearings and immediately reconvened upon their conclusion. Citizen Comment. The following comments were given and/or submitted to be read during the citizen comment portion of this evening’s meeting. Adam Lynch, 1108 Sophia Street – Mr. Lynch spoke on the Lafayette Boulevard intersections which the Council discussed earlier during the Kenmore Avenue and Lafayette Project Update. Mr. Lynch said the Council expressed a lot of the same concerns he had about the design. Mr. Lynch said he spoke with Byrd Holloway, the 22586 Regular Session 06/24/25 project manager for the design, seeking justification for each turn lane and slip lane, and he found that VDOT’s standards do not call for several of the slip lanes in the design. Regarding the Kimley-Horn and Associates study that Mr. Brown referenced earlier, Mr. Lynch stated the design vehicle for the intersection plan was a WB-62, which is a tractor trailer with a 45 ft. trailer. Mr. Lynch stated the train station was one of the most important walkable places in the City, so the design vehicle should be the pedestrian. Mr. Lynch discussed how truck traffic can be accommodated in intersections without large turn lanes and slip lanes and stated some possible methods including pulling stop bars back to allow trucks to make wide turns within the square of the intersections, or use of mountable curbs or rumble strips. Mr. Lynch said if the plan exceeded the approved cost, it could be scaled back or focus on one intersection and set aside the second intersection for a future project. Mr. Lynch agreed with Councilor Finn’s recommendation that pulling back is the wiser approach if improvements cannot be made. Mr. Lynch said the City asked for roundabouts, which VDOT has not provided, and as such the City is under no obligation to accept the design. Council Agenda Presented. The following items were presented to Council for discussion. 8A. Class Action Lawsuit Settlement, Lee Enterprise – Councilor Gerlach Class Action Lawsuit Settlement, Lee Enterprise – Councilor Gerlach discussed a postcard received by City residents stating Lee Enterprises, owner of The Free Lance-Star, was responsible for a data breach exposing Personally Identifiable 22587 Regular Session 06/24/25 Information (PII) on Facebook which led to a class action lawsuit and a settlement of $9.5 million. The postcard stated each person was entitled to $41.00 if they respond. Adoption of Minutes. Councilor Mackintosh moved to approve the June 10, 2025, Regular Session minutes; motion was seconded by Councilor Graham and passed by the following recorded votes. Ayes (6). Councilors Frye, Finn, Gerlach, Graham, Holmes and Mackintosh. Nays (0). Economic Development Authority Appointment – Michael Marshall, Eugeniy Mikityuk, Mohammad Nadir, William Pasenelli, Evan Sullivan (D25-270). After the recorded votes were taken, Eugeniy Mikiyuk and Evan Sullivan were appointed to serve on the Economic Development Authority with a vote resulting between applicants Michael Marshall, Eugeniy Mikityuk, Mohammad Nadir, William Pasenelli, Evan Sullivan. Marshall (2) Finn, Holmes; Mikityuk (5) Frye, Finn, Gerlach, Graham, Holmes; Nadir (2) Graham, Mackintosh; Pasenelli (0); Sullivan (3) Frye, Gerlach Mackintosh. After only receiving the majority vote for one applicant another vote was taken. Marshall (1) Finn; Nadir (2) Graham, Holmes; Pasenelli (0); Sullivan (3) Frye, Gerlach, Mackintosh. After still not receiving the majority vote for an applicant another vote was taken. Marshall (0); Nadir (1) Graham; Pasenelli (0); Sullivan (5) Frye, Finn, Gerlach, Holmes, Mackintosh. 22588 Regular Session 06/24/25 Councilor Holmes moved to appoint Eugeniy Mikityuk for the full term and Evan Sullivan was appointed to serve the partial term; motion was seconded by Councilor Mackintosh and passed by the following recorded votes. Ayes (6). Councilors Frye, Finn, Gerlach, Graham, Holmes and Mackintosh. Nays (0).. Recreation Commission Appointment – Michael Dropnak, Julia Salguero (D25-271). Councilor Graham moved to appoint Mr. Dropnak and Ms. Salguero to the Recreation Commission; motion was seconded by Councilor Mackintosh and passed by the following recorded votes. Ayes (6). Councilors Frye, Finn, Gerlach, Graham, Holmes and Mackintosh. Nays (0). Resolution 25-46, Approved, Adopting the Fiscal Year 2026 – Fiscal Year 2030 Capital Improvement Plan (D25-272). After staff presentation Councilor Gerlach moved to approve Resolution 25-46, adopting the Fiscal Year 2026 – Fiscal Year 2030 Capital Improvement Plan; motion was seconded by Councilor Graham and passed by the following unanimously recorded votes. Ayes (6). Councilors Frye, Finn, Gerlach, Graham, Holmes and Mackintosh. Nays (0). Resolution 25-47, Approved, Authorizing the City Manager to Sign the Deed of Boundary Line Adjustment, Dedication, and Easement and Associated Plat for the New Walker Grant Middle School (D25-273 thru D25-274). After staff presentation, Councilor Graham moved to approve Resolution 25-47, authorizing the City Manager to sign the deed of boundary line adjustment, dedication, and easement and associated plat for the New Walker Grant Middle School; 22589 Regular Session 06/24/25 motion was seconded by Councilor Holmes and passed by the following unanimously recorded votes. Ayes (6). Councilors Frye, Finn, Gerlach, Graham, Holmes and Mackintosh. Nays (0). Resolution Approving the Comprehensive Agreement for the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Project (D25-275). Staff recommended that this item be deferred until the July 8 meeting. City Manager’s Report and Council Calendar (D25-276 thru D25- 277). City Manager Baroody directed the Council’s attention to the Manager’s Update: Pride Month 2025, Fourth in Fredericksburg, Economic Development and Tourism, Twilight in Downtown” Weekly Summer Series, Summer Restaurant Week, Don’t Forget – Weekend Free Trolley Service Downtown, Old Mill Park Summer Fees, Parks Safety, Gather your Peeps!, Elementary School Zones, Summer Lunch Program, New Law, Upcoming Career Fair, Traffic Safety Initiative, City Blood Drive – Donors Wanted, 2025 Summer Programs, and FXBG Snapshot. Closed Meeting (D25-278). The closed meeting was deferred until the July 8 meeting. Adjournment. There being no further business to come before the Council at this time, Vice-Mayor Frye declared the meeting officially adjourned at 9:28 p.m. Charlie L. Frye, Jr. Charlie L. Frye, Jr., Vice-Mayor Tonya B. Lacey Tonya B. Lacey, Clerk of Council 22590