City Council Agendas

NORFOLK, VIRGINIA MEETING OF COUNCIL TUESDAY, MAY 14, 2024 Mayor Kenneth Cooper Alexander, called the meeting to order at 3:30 p.m., with the following members present: Mrs. Courtney R. Doyle, Mrs. Mamie B. Johnson, Mr. John E. Paige, Ms. Danica Royster, Mr. Thomas R. Smigiel Jr., and Vice Mayor Martin A. Thomas Jr. Mrs. Andria P. McClellan was absent from the informal meeting. AGENDA Pop Up R-14 Presenter: Mr. Pete Buryk, Director of Budget Mr. Buryk stated that R-14 is a resolution approving the closure of the Hampton Roads Regional Jail, the sale of the facility and its contents to the City of Portsmouth and providing for the wind-down and dissolution of the Regional Jail Authority. All member jurisdictions will be considering the same resolution tonight or in the near future. As part of the sale, the City of Portsmouth will be purchasing the land, buildings, furnishings, fixtures, equipment, and personal property currently owned by the authority for $31.5M. This purchase price is sufficient to retire all the debt of the Authority and to return some equity to the members. Norfolk’s is approximately $11.6M. During the two-year wind down period, it is necessary to keep the Authority in existence to dispose of any remaining jail assets, settle any debts, and allow the two-year statute of limitations to run on any inmate claims. At the end of the wind-down period each member locality will pass a final resolution effecting simultaneous withdrawal from and termination of the Regional Jail as a legal entity and political subdivision of the state. Mayor Alexander asked for the status on any outstanding lawsuits. Vice Mayor Thomas stated that there are a few outstanding cases that we are defending now. He stated that we are required by law to maintain the Board for two years for the statute of limitations for any future litigations that may come and the Board has held some money back to handle those cases if necessary. Citywide Trails Master Plan Presenters: Mr. Neelay Bhatt, Founder and CEO, Next Practice Partners, LLC Mr. Roberts stated that a key component in developing the Master Plan is to incorporate our existing trails as well as those that we have started to build throughout the city. He -1-  added that we are kicking off a stakeholder engagement segment over the next several weeks. He next introduced Mr. Bhatt. Mr. Bhatt reported as follows: Outcomes and Context Outcomes:  Build on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan’s outcomes and recommendations  Create an Urban Trail System citywide  Meet demands for future community connectivity  Establish maintenance requirements  Prioritize and identify funding sources and future cost estimates, policy recommendations Key priority:  Everyone deserves a park within a 10-minute walk of home  61,400 residents don’t have a park within a 10-minute walk of home  75% of residents live within a 10-minute walk of a park (Norfolk ranks higher than the national average) 2 Key Recommendations  Create connected blueways and trail networks  Maximize inclusive access to all offerings (park, facility, beach, etc.) (Equity Map showing gaps and overlaps presented) 3 of the Top 6 Key Survey Results from Norfolk Residents:  Develop walking trails, biking trails, & parks along waterfront  Develop new trails & connect existing trails  Develop new nature trails, nature centers, & nature programs Top Priorities for Investment for Parks and Recreation Facilities and Amenities  Walking & biking trails  Beaches  Fitness & Exercise facilities  Indoor pools/aquatics facilities  Neighborhood parks (1-10 acres) Mr. Bhatt stated that the Parks and Recreation Master Plan (2022), Bike and Ped Plan, and the Norfolk 2030 Comprehensive Plan are all interconnected as a part of a larger vision. A key facet that has been emphasized is equity in access and ensuring that is a priority. They will keep using tools like KeepingYouFirst.com and Let’s Talk Norfolk to maximize community engagement. Kimley Horn is evaluating existing physical conditions and evaluating data:  Demographic data  GIS data  Physiographic data  Tax Mapping -2-  Department records (spending data)  Crime statistics (Map presented.) After evaluation they will develop customized level-of-service standards for both development and maintenance. Branding and Signage They will look at branding and signage that reflects the city. Will include:  Recommendations for signage types and locations  Examples of sign types and packages  Examples for potential branding  Informational  Wayfinding  Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) (regulatory)  Branding Operations and Maintenance Will include:  Recommendations for typical trail maintenance needs  Identification of existing trail segments that require maintenance  Discuss future full-time equivalent (FTE) needs based on level of effort and benchmark data Examples  Elizabeth River Trail – key stakeholder and part of citywide plan  Suffolk’s Seaboard Coastline Trail – Regional/Statewide Connectivity  Indianapolis Cultural Trail – Public, private, and non-profit entities (Trail amenities, sections, and map presented.) What does success look like? Mr. Bhatt asked Council: As we think of the outcome of this citywide trails plan, what does success look like? Mayor Alexander:  Trails that are utilized by residents and visitors alike.  Having interactive opportunities with the waterfront and nature.  Incorporating kiosks for charging stations (telephones) and water stations.  Make the trails “active” trails. Councilwoman Doyle:  Acknowledged the presence of Ms. Kindra Greene and Ms. Chris Neikirk from the Elizabeth River Trail Foundation. She stressed the importance of connecting to the Elizabeth River Trail and asked, moving forward, that they work with the foundation to continue to enhance the trail. -3-  Councilman Paige:  Asked that information be shared with the citizens and to allow them to be a part of the decision-making process about what they desire in their communities. Councilwoman Royster:  Echoed Mayor Alexander about active trails and suggested including educational and historical markers along the trails  Make sure the trails are accessible to all generations and that they are ADA compliant. Councilwoman Johnson:  Elizabeth River Trail. The goal was to extend the trails throughout the entire city and we are lagging behind in extending it to all communities.  Incorporate a maintenance plan to address existing trails and the new trails we are getting ready to build.  Repurpose. An example is Legacy Park where there used to be a strip mall, but it is now an edible park. Next Steps  Staff Input  Stakeholder Engagement  Community Listening Sessions  Assessment  Visioning Parks and Recreation Summer Programming Presenter: Mr. Darrell Crittendon, Director of Parks & Recreation Mr. Crittendon reported as follows: Athletics Program Tiny Sluggers: 4-Year-Olds Program Ages 4-5/ June 13-July 1/ $15 RBI Baseball Co-Ed “T-Ball” 7U Division Ages 5-7/ June 1-July 20/ $50 RBI Baseball Co-Ed “Minors” 10U Division Ages 7-10/ June 1-July 20/ $50 RBI Baseball Co-Ed Majors” 12U Division Ages 9-12/ June 1-July 20/ $50 Youth Football: 7v7 & Flag Invitational -10U Division (ages 9-10)/ June 5-July 17/ $100 -12U Division (ages 11-12)/ June 6-July 18/ $100 Mr. Crittendon stated that the uniforms are sponsored by the city. The 7v7 football is the trend in football. The emphasis is on passing and it is used by most high school and colleges. -4- Boxing Program Beginner Boxing Ages 8 & up Introduction to the basics of boxing: stance, movement/footwork, straight punches to head and body; and straight punch combinations. May 6-31/ $30/ 4-5 p.m./ M-F June 3-28/ $30/ 4-5 p.m./ M-F July 1-26/ $30/ 4-5 p.m./ M-W-F Mr. Crittendon stated that our program continues to grow and Team Boxing has produced Olympic boxers. There is also a mentoring component, as well. Recreation Centers Summer Operating Hours Locations: East Ocean View Community & Senior Center; Berkley; Huntersville; Lamberts Point; and Norview Mon-Thurs: 8 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Fri: 8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Sat: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sun: Closed Locations: Bayview; Crossroads; Fairlawn; Sherwood Forest; and Tarrallton Mon-Thurs: 8 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Fri: 8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Sat/Sun: Closed Location: Horace C. Downing Senior Center Mon-Fri: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sat/Sun: Closed Location: Lakewood Dance & Music Center Mon-Thurs: 10 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Fri: 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Sat/Sun: Closed Mr. Crittendon stated that summer operating hours are impacted due to the operation of summer camps. Open recreation is from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Norfolk Explorer Summer Camp (summer camp program) Dates: June 17 – August 9 Hours: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Ages: 5-12 Cost: $150 Location: Bayview, Berkley, Crossroads, East Ocean View, Fairlawn, Huntersville, Norview, Sherwood Forest, Tarrallton, Titustown Status: Full; waitlist only -5- Norfolk Navigators Summer Camp (teen camp) Dates: June 17 – August 2 Hours: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Ages: 13-16 Cost: $50 Location: Lambert’s Point Status: Full; waitlist only Mr. Crittendon stated that teen camp teaches life skills, peer pressure, communication skills, etc. Go SK8 Day 2024 Date: June 21 Hours: 2-8 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free Location: Northside Park Details: Music, food, games Mr. Crittendon stated that SK8 Days attracts skaters of all ages. There are food vendors, giveaways, and a deejay onsite. Skaters from all over the region attend our SK8 Day and close to 250 skaters have attended this event. ( A video was presented.) Therapeutic Recreation Center Youth Programs Camp Can Do Ages 6-22/ June 17-28/ 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Fitness & Smoothies Ages13+/ July 2-August 20/ 1 – 2:15 p.m. Alley Cats Bowling Ages 6-19/ July 2-August 20/ 5:15 – 6:15 p.m. Ocean View Beach Fun Ages 13+/ July 17-August 14/ 5 – 6 p.m. Virginia Aquarium Outing Ages 13+/ July 11/ 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Summer Blast Special Event Ages 13+/ August 15/ 1 – 3 p.m. Pools and Beaches Summer Operating Hours (beginning June 8th) Outdoor Pool at Norfolk Fitness and Wellness Center (June 8 – August 18) Tuesday: 12 – 6 p.m. -6- Thursday: 12 – 6 p.m. Saturday: 12 – 6 p.m. Sunday: 1 – 6 p.m. Chesterfield Pool (June 8 – August 18) Monday: 12 – 6 p.m. Wednesday: 12 – 6 p.m. Friday: 12 – 6 p.m. Saturday: 12 – 6 p.m. *Both outdoor pools have new hours for 2024 summer schedule. Huntersville Swimming Pool Monday: 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. Wednesday: 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. Friday: 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. Southside Aquatic Center Tuesday: 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday: 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Northside Swimming Pool Monday: 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday: 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. *All indoor pools added additional day to summer 2024 schedule. Community Beach Park (Memorial Day – Labor Day) Lifeguards on duty: 12 – 6 p.m., 7 days a week *Beach schedule increased by additional 3 days (from 2023) Norfolk Park Rangers Tots on the Trails Ages 5 & under/ 2nd Thursday of month Wildlife Wonders Ages 3-12/ Once a month Birding in Norfolk All ages/ Once a month Outdoor Recreation Wildlife Wednesday May 1 – 29/ Northside Park/ 2 – 6 p.m. June 5 – 12/ Poplar Hall Park/ 2 – 6 p.m. Rec & Roll (Fridays) May 3 – 31/ Northside Park/ 2 – 6 p.m. June 7 – 14/ Poplar Hall Park/ 2 – 6 p.m. Fishy Fun June 8/ East Ocean View Pier/ 3 – 5 p.m. June 18/ East Ocean View Pier/ 3 – 5 p.m. -7-  Serving Saturday May 25/ Lakewood Park/ 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. June 15/ Lakewood Park/ 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. July 20/ Lakewood Park/ 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. August 15/ Lakewood Park/ 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Survivor Obstacle Course August 13/ Five Points Park/ 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Overview of N.E.L. Program  Norfolk Emerging Leaders Placements for 2024: 143  Provides Norfolk youth between the ages of 16-21 with meaningful paid summer employment.  Executive Interns Placements for 2024: 18  Ten-week program that provides work-based learning opportunities for qualified undergraduate and graduate students with a desire to work in public service at the local level. Norfolk Youth Council  Volunteered at both Sherwood Forest Community Center and Fairlawn Recreation Center’s Fall Harvest Events  Hosted Sum it Up for a mini workshop on goal setting.  Donated 60 lbs. of non-perishable items to the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore.  Celebrated their first Holiday Social at Norfolk Fitness & Wellness Center.  Donated 10 bags filled with gifts to the 2023 Salvation Army Angel Tree  The first Norfolk Youth Council Teen Expo, designed and led by youth members of the council, was held on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at the Slover Library. Mayor Alexander asked to make sure that we have adequate restroom facility access or portable facilities for citizens participating and observing outdoor activities and sports. Mayor Alexander asked to include in the summer schedule senior citizens’ access to the Southside Aquatic Center. In addition, he asked to also include access for the boys and girls clubs of southside and Diggs Town. Councilman Paige asked if there is some type of program to assist with funding for those that may not have the financial means to pay the baseball or football fee. Mr. Crittendon stated that there is no program in place, but they can assist by providing some equipment. Councilman Paige asked about recruitment efforts for lifeguards. Mr. Crittendon stated a critical time is in mid-August when some of our lifeguards are heading back to college which is challenging for fall and winter hours. Councilman Paige suggested recruiting from our NEL program for someone who might be interested in permanent employment at our indoor pools. -8-  Councilman Paige relayed that the Mother’s Day event held at Lakewood Park was a very successful event with 500 to 700 attendees. He stated that normally the event is held in Barraud Park. Councilman Paige asked to consider adding some fishing programs preferably on the Elizabeth River for our youth in the future. Mr. Crittendon stated that there is a capital project to build a fishing pier at the Granby Street Bridge. Councilwoman Doyle asked, what is the timeline for the trail plan and where is the funding for it? Mr. Roberts stated they have not programmed CIP dollars but will restart the CIP process in the Fall. Norfolk Public Libraries Summer Programming Presenter: Ms. Victoria Lannetti, Project Coordinator Ms. Lannetti stated this year’s theme is “Adventure Begins at the Library.” Twelve Adventure Bears will be raffled off at various locations. Ms. Lannetti reported as follows: Summer of Learning Believe in Learning Kickoff June 22 at Pretlow Anchor Branch Activities: Dancing/drumming, zoo friends, crafts, mock camp setup with a park ranger, face painting, glitter tattoos, coloring den, keyboard music tutorial, Legos, Green Screen photos, yoga, etc. Annual Summer Reading Program (Youth)  Performers  Grab and Go Bags  Activity Booklet  Reading Goals  Prizes  Summer Meals Program  Free Books Youth Programs A variety of cultivated experiences at all branches  Informal Learning  Family Learning  Intergenerational Learning Summer Meals & Free Books Programs  5,000 meals provided in summer 20023  1,000+ books distributed in summer 2023  Meals available Monday – Friday Summer Meals at Norfolk Public Library -9-  Monday, June 17 – Friday, August 9 NPL has partnered with the Norfolk Public Schools Nutrition Department to provide FREE USDA-approved meals for all children 17 and under during the summer break. In addition to a meal, children are eligible for a FREE book. Location and time:  Barron F. Black: Mon-Fri, Noon – 1:30 p.m.  Blyden: Mon-Fri, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.  Downtown Branch at Slover: Tues-Fri, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.  Janaf: Mon-Fri, Noon – 1 p.m.  Jordan-Newby: Mon-Fri, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.  Lafayette: Fri, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.  Larchmont: Fri, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.  Little Creek: Fri, Noon – 1 p.m.  Park Place: Fri, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.  Pretlow: Mon-Fri, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.  Richard A. Tucker: Tues-Thurs, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Annual Summer Reading Program (Adult)  Artisan Crafts  Special Programs  Reading Goals  Prizes (gift certificates from our local partners)  Social Media Contest Adult Programs A multitude of dynamic programs at all branches!  Hobby today = Business tomorrow  Direct access to local business owners  Newly acquired skills  Entertainment  Engaging (jewelry making, crafting, comedy improv, etc.) Summer Community Engagement  Summer schools  Colleges  Military events  Partnerships with other departments  LGBT centers  Community gatherings (NPS Family University, Manga Art Afternoon, ECPI, Transgender Day of Visibility, STRC; Egg Drop, Tarrallton Park) - 10 -  Ms. Lannetti stated they provide book and movie delivery services at eight stops across the city through the mobile delivery service. They also partner with Parks & Recreation and City Hall to provide free literature and movies at eight express book nooks. Collaborating with wonderful partners Virginia Zoo, Norfolk Botanical Garden, Norfolk Public Schools, Selden Market, Old Dominion University, Friends of the Norfolk Public Library, etc. Councilwoman Johnson stated it is important that our citizens understand what “Believe in Learning” is about and that learning is a lifelong process. Councilwoman Royster stated that our libraries do so much more than books. Our libraries have classes and programs and are great resource centers. Councilman Paige asked to ensure that citizens residing the neighborhoods surrounding the library branches receive information about what the summer programs and offerings are. We need to create a synergy through social media and Parks & Recreation, as well. City Planning Update Presenter: Mr. Robert Tajan, Planning Director Mr. Tajan reported as follows: City Planning Commission Zoning Text Amendment  This request will make 12 minor technical changes and corrections, across Articles 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, and 9 of the Zoning Ordinance  The proposed amendments contain no significant policy issues or changes; rather, they reflect a “cleanup” of the minor technical errors and omissions that have been identified. City Planning Commission, by a vote of 6-0, recommends approval. Crystal Palate EB, Inc. Conditional Use Permit Location  4500 Pretty Lake Ave, Suite 104 Existing Conditions  Restaurant Request  Allow for the expansion of an existing restaurant selling alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption and the addition of live entertainment. (Site plan, map, hours of operation, capacity, and entertainment options presented) Planning Commission Recommendation  City Planning Commission, by a vote of 6-0, recommends approval.  The applicant has been operating since 2017 with no issues.  The site is located in a mixed-use district which supports this type of use.  The hours of operation and capacity are limited. - 11 -  De Rican Chef Conditional Use Permit Location  9665 1st View Street Existing Conditions  Shopping Center Request  Allow for the restaurant to sell alcoholic beverages for on- and off-premises consumption and operate with live entertainment (Floor plan, map, hours of operation, occupancy, and entertainment options presented) Planning Commission Recommendation  City Planning Commission, by a vote of 6-0, recommends approval.  Facility is located adjacent to a shopping center and generally closes at 11:00 p.m.  Condition added to require staffed parking management when live bands are present  Management of Ocean View Shopping Center spoke in opposition, Concerns of patrons of establishment parking in shopping center Electrified Marina Conditional Use Permit Location  761 and 765 West 48th Street Existing Conditions  Marina with Residential Request  Allow for the operation of a marina and multi-family dwelling (Photographs, site plan, and map presented.)  Prior owner obtained a Special Exception to operate a Yacht Club in 1995.  Yacht Club permitted in residential districts by SE under the 1992 Zoning Ordinance  The conditions of the SE acknowledged the yacht club and required the property to reduce the number of dwelling units from four to two.  The number of units was never reduced, and the property is in violation of the SE.  Yacht Club is no longer a separate use in the Zoning Ordinance, and a Marina is not a permitted use in the SF-T district.  The applicant proposed to maintain three dwelling units on site and operate a marina.  To accommodate this request, the applicant is applying to change from one nonconforming use to another nonconforming use.  Obtaining this new CUP will change the condition to reduce the number of dwelling units. Planning Commission Recommendation City Planning Commission, by a vote of 6-0, recommends approval.  Added conditions that rentals shall be limited to six (6) slips and that no more than two (2) vehicles are permitted on-site per rental - 12 -  Manager required to reside on-site to act as point of contact  One speaker had questions regarding the operations but was neither for nor against the application  Concerns over neighborhood impact of the use Councilwoman Doyle stated there has been confusion and miscommunications about this application and Council has received a letter in opposition from the civic league. She suggested that the item should be continued so that the applicant can meet with the civic league. Alissa and Anthony Puntel Conditional Use Permit Location  3622 East Ocean View Avenue Existing Conditions  Residential Request  Allow a Short-Term Rental unit with no required parking (Maps presented.) Planning Commission Recommendation City Planning Commission, by a vote of 5-1, recommends denial.  No viable parking alternative and no available on-street parking  Does not meet the Zoning Ordinance requirement of obtaining approval from all parties of the shared driveway  Speakers in opposition noting width of shared driveway and issues with previous unapproved operations as an STR Be A J Juice Bar Conditional Use Permit (Continued generally in December 2023) Location  3016 East Princess Anne Road Existing Conditions  Shopping center Request  Conditional Use Permit to allow a banquet hall with live entertainment and on-premises alcoholic beverage sales (Map, site plan, hours of operation, capacity, and entertainment types presented.) Planning Commission Recommendation City Planning Commission, by a vote of 6-0, recommends approval.  Facility closes at 11:00 p.m. with limited occupancy  Two-year expiration - 13 -  Councilwoman Johnson asked for clarification on operation hours and security. She also expressed concern about the location since it is very close to the KROC Center, a school, a library, and a church. She suggested having additional time to meet with the applicant to discuss some of these concerns. However, she did inform her civic league that the application might move forward on tonight’s agenda. Mayor Alexander stated one of the things that should have been clarified was that alcohol cannot be sold during business hours; it is only available for and during a banquet event. KW Events Conditional Use Permit (Continued generally in March) Location  820 Church Street Existing Conditions  Shopping center Request  Conditional Use Permit to allow a banquet hall with live entertainment and on-premises alcoholic beverage sales (Map, site plan, hours of operation, occupancy, and entertainment types presented.) Planning Commission Recommendation City Planning Commission, by a vote of 6-0, recommends approval.  Facility is located within a shopping center and has limited hours of operation CLOSED SESSION Motion for closed session was approved at 4:55 p.m. for purposes which are set out in Clauses 5 and 8 of subsection (A) of Section 2.2-3711 of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, as amended: (5) Discussion concerning a prospective business locating in downtown where no previous announcement has been made. (8) Consultation with legal counsel pertaining to a business matter. Yes: Doyle, Johnson, Paige, Royster Smigiel, Thomas and Alexander. No: None. Absent: McClellan - 14 -  May 14, 2024 NORFOLK, VIRGINIA ACTION OF THE COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY, MAY 14, 2024 – 6:00 P.M. A CITIZEN WHO WISHES TO ADDRESS COUNCIL CONCERNING A DOCKET ITEM OR NEW BUSINESS MUST REGISTER TO SPEAK WITH THE CITY CLERK BY 3:00 PM THE DAY OF THE MEETING BY CALLING (757) 664-4253 OR EMAILING CCOUNCIL@NORFOLK.GOV. MOMENT OF SILENCE Followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Attendee Name Title Status Courtney R. Doyle Councilmember - Ward 2 Present Mamie B. Johnson Councilmember - Ward 3 Present Andria P. McClellan Councilmember - Superward 6 Remote John E. Paige Councilmember - Ward 4 Present Danica J. Royster Councilmember - Superward 7 Present Thomas R. Smigiel Jr. Councilmember - Ward 5 Present Martin A. Thomas Jr. Vice Mayor - Ward 1 Present Kenneth Cooper Alexander Mayor Present APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the previous City Council meeting. ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander 1  May 14, 2024 CLOSED SESSION RESOLUTION A Resolution certifying a closed meeting of the council of the City of Norfolk in accordance with the provisions of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act. ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander ABSTAIN: McClellan (not present during closed session) PUBLIC HEARINGS PH‐1 Public Hearing scheduled this day, pursuant to State Law, to hear comments Amending and Reordaining Section 1 of the FY2024 Annual Appropriation Ordinance (No. 49,220), As Amended, To Increase the General Fund Appropriations for Norfolk Public Schools in the Amount of $5,257,128, If and When Received from The Commonwealth of Virginia, and Authorizing its expenditure. An Ordinance Amending And Reordaining Section 1 Of The FY2024 Annual Appropriation Ordinance (No. 49,220), As Amended, To Increase The General Fund Appropriations For Norfolk Public Schools In The Amount Of $5,257,128, If And When Received From The Commonwealth Of Virginia, And Authorizing Its Expenditure. - (Ordinance No. 49576) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Thomas Jr., Alexander ABSTAIN: Smigiel Jr. PH-2 Public Hearing scheduled this day, pursuant to Sections 15.2-1414.6 and 15.2- 1427 of the Code of Virginia, as amended to hear comments that the City of Norfolk proposes to set annual salaries for the Mayor and Council members for fiscal year 2025, which begins on July 1, 2024, at the same amounts they have been set for many years. The annual salaries will be set at $27,000 for the Mayor and $25,000 for Council members. This notice is a summary of what the City’s annual Compensation Plan Ordinanc ACTION: Close the Public Hearing [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander 2  May 14, 2024 CONSENT AGENDA ALL MATTERS LISTED UNDER THE CONSENT AGENDA WILL BE ENACTED BY ONE MOTION IN THE FORM LISTED. IF DISCUSSION IS DESIRED ON ANY ITEM, IT WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND CONSIDERED SEPARATELY. C‐1 An Ordinance Granting Xchange LLC Permission to Encroach into the Right-of-Way at 804 Granby Street With a Sign. - (Ordinance No. 49577) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander C‐2 An Ordinance Granting 508 Crafthouse, LLC Permission to Encroach into the Right-of- Way of Orapax Street at 1233 W. Olney Road for the Purpose of Outdoor Dining and Approving the Terms and Conditions of the Encroachment Agreement. - (Ordinance No. 49578) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander C‐3 An Ordinance Granting Conditional Use Permits to Authorize the Operation of a Convenience Store with the Sale of Alcoholic Beverages for Off-premises Consumption and the Sale of Smoking Products Named “Riverview Mart” on Property Located at 4002 Granby Street. - (Ordinance No. 49579) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander 3  May 14, 2024 C‐4 An Ordinance Granting Conditional Use Permits to Authorize the Operation of a Restaurant with Live Entertainment and the Sale of Alcoholic Beverages for On- Premises Consumption Named “De Rican Chef” on Property Located at 9643 1st View Street. - (Ordinance No. 49580) The applicant, Raquel Rivera-Bonilla, 3959 Shore Drive, was present to answer any questions relative to this matter. The property owner, Richard Hahn, 504 W. Ocean View Avenue, was present to answer any questions relative to this matter. ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander C‐5 An Ordinance Granting Conditional Use Permits to Authorize the Operation of a Restaurant with Live Entertainment and the Sale of Alcoholic Beverages for On- Premises Consumption Named “Crystal Palate” on Property Located at 4500 Pretty Lake Avenue, Suite 104. - (Ordinance No. 49581) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander C‐6 An Ordinance Granting Conditional Use Permits to Authorize the Sale of Alcoholic Beverages for Both On-Premises and Off-Premises Consumption at a Restaurant Named “La Brioche” on Property Located at 1415 Colley Avenue. - (Ordinance No. 49582) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander 4  May 14, 2024 C‐7 An Ordinance Granting Conditional Use Permits to Authorize the Sale of Alcoholic Beverages for Both On-Premises and Off-Premises Consumption at a Restaurant Named “Ilo Bistro, LLC” on Property Located at 509 Botetourt Street. - (Ordinance No. 49583) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander C‐8 An Ordinance Granting Conditional Use Permits to Authorize the Sale of Alcoholic Beverages for Both On-Premises and Off-Premises Consumption at a Restaurant Named “Black Spice” on Property Located at 244 Granby Street. - (Ordinance No. 49584) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander C‐9 An Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use Permit to Authorize a Change from One Nonconforming Use to Another Nonconforming Use on Property Located at 761 and 765 West 48th Street. The co-applicant, Brandon Bledsoe, 765 W. 48th Street, spoke in support of this matter. The co-applicant, Erick Pinzon, 765 W. 48th Street, spoke in support of this matter. The following spoke in opposition to this matter: Holly White, 771 48th Street Darren Willis, 791 48th Street Amy Hurd, 771 48th Street Dale Ryder, 824 W. 49th Street James Hazel, 775 49th Street ACTION: Continued [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander 5  May 14, 2024 C‐10 An Ordinance Granting Conditional Use Permits to Authorize the Sale of Alcoholic Beverages for Both On-Premises and Off-Premises Consumption at a Restaurant Named “Our Peoples Soulful Seafood” on Property Located at 943 East Ocean View Avenue. - (Ordinance No. 49585) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander ABSTAIN: Royster C‐11 An Ordinance Granting a Conditional a Use Permit to Authorize the Sale of Alcoholic Beverages for On-Premises Consumption at a Restaurant with Extended Hours Named “Ziggy’s Sports Bar & Grille” on Property Located at 8200 Hampton Boulevard. - (Ordinance No. 49586) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander C‐12 An Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use Permit to Authorize a Short-Term Rental Unit (Vacation Rental) on Property Located at 9620 10th Bay Street. - (Ordinance No. 49587) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander C‐13 An Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use Permit to Authorize Short-Term Rental Units (Vacation Rental) on Property Located at 2221 Pretty Lake Avenue. - (Ordinance No. 49588) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander 6  May 14, 2024 C‐14 An Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use Permit to Authorize Short-Term Rental Units (Vacation Rental) on Property Located at 2211 Pretty Lake Avenue. - (Ordinance No. 49589) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander REGULAR AGENDA R‐1 An Ordinance Appropriating Funds For Operation Of The City For The Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2024 And Ending June 30, 2025, Appropriating U.S. Department Of Housing And Urban Development (HUD) Entitlement Grants, Appropriating Annual Reoccurring Grants, And Regulating The Payment Of Money From The City Treasury, And Amending And Reordaining Section 24-184 So As To Change The Tax On Real Estate Within The City From $1.25 To $1.23 For Every $100 Of The Assessed Value. - (Ordinance No. 49590) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander R‐2 An Ordinance Approving and Adopting the Fiscal Year 2025 Compensation Plan for Officers and Employees of the City, and Approving the Criteria and Procedures for Pay Supplements for certain Constitutional and Commonwealth Offices and their Employees. - (Ordinance No. 49591) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander 7  May 14, 2024 R‐3 An Ordinance Appropriating Grant Funds Totaling $67,837,882 To The School Board Of The City Of Norfolk For Grants, Other Special Programs, And The School Nutrition Services Program And Authorizing The Expenditure Of The Funds In Fiscal Year 2025 For Norfolk Public Schools. - (Ordinance No. 49592) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander R‐4 An Ordinance Approving the Capital Improvement Plan Budget for Fiscal Year 2025 Beginning July 1, 2024 and Ending June 30, 2025; Appropriating $285,272,220 for Certain Projects Approved Therein; Authorizing an Issue of Bonds in the Amount of $148,926,000; Reappropriating Previously Authorized but Unissued Bonds in the Amount of $2,000,000; and Authorizing the Expenditure of $134,346,220 in Cash. - (Ordinance No. 49593) ACTION: Adopted [7 to 1] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Thomas Jr., Alexander NAYS: Smigiel Jr. R‐5 An Ordinance Approving the 2025 Officer and Employee Health Insurance Plans, the Employer and Employee Contribution Rates and Authorizing the Expenditure from the Health Care Fund of a Sum Sufficient Heretofore Appropriated. - (Ordinance No. 49594) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander R‐6 An Ordinance to Amend and Reodain Sections 2-240, 2-241, and 33.23-1 of the Norfolk City Code, 1979, as Amended, Renaming the Department of Emergency Preparedness and Response, Providing its Responsibilities and Creating One New Division in the Department of Police Known as Emergency Communications. - (Ordinance No. 49595) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander 8  May 14, 2024 R‐7 An Ordinance to Amend and Reordain the Capital Improvement Plan Budget for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2023 and Ending June 30, 2024 so as to Increase Cash Funding in an Amount Up to $360,000 for the Improve Wastewater Collection System Project - (Ordinance No. 49596) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander R‐8 An Ordinance Authorizing the Application for a Loan in an Amount up to $25,000,000 to the Virginia Department of Education Literary Fund for the Construction of Maury High School and Providing Initial Approval of the Issuance of Bonds by the City, as Evidence of the Loan - (Ordinance No. 49597) ACTION: Adopted [7 to 1] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander NAYS: Paige R‐9 An Ordinance Accepting the Conveyance from Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority to the City of Norfolk of that Certain Parcel of Real Property Formerly Known as Nordstrom's Department Store and Located at 301 Cumberland Street in the City of Norfolk, Virginia, and Authorizing the City Manager to Accept the Deed on Behalf of the City of Norfolk. - (Ordinance No. 49598) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander 9  May 14, 2024 R‐10 An Ordinance Granting Conditional Use Permits to Authorize the Operation of a Banquet Hall, Live Entertainment, and the Sale of Alcoholic Beverages for On Premises Consumption at an Establishment Named “Be A J Juice Bar” on Property Located at 3016 East Princess Anne Road. - (Ordinance No. 49599) Michaela Francis, 952 Quail Street, spoke in support of this matter. The owner, Robert Daley, 2828 E. Virginia Beach Boulevard, spoke in support of this matter. ACTION: Adopted [7 to 1] AYES: Doyle, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander NAYS: Johnson R‐11 An Ordinance Granting Conditional Use Permits to Authorize the Operation of a Banquet Hall, Live Entertainment, and the Sale of Alcoholic Beverages for On Premises Consumption at an Establishment Named “KW Events and Rentals” on Property Located at 820 Church Street. - (Ordinance No. 49600) Calvin Williams, 1030 W. 24th Street, spoke in support of this matter. The owner, Capri Bland, was present to answer any questions relative to this matter. ACTION: Adopted [7 to 1] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Alexander NAYS: Thomas Jr. R‐12 An Ordinance Approving a Lease from Hampton Roads Sanitation District, as Landlord, to the City of Norfolk, as Tenant, for a Portion of that Certain Parcel of Real Property Located at W S Powhatan Avenue, Norfolk, Virginia, and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Lease on Behalf of the City of Norfolk. - (Ordinance No. 49601) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander 10  May 14, 2024 R‐13 An Ordinance to Amend and Reordain Subsection (b) (1) of Section 25-233 of the Norfolk City Code, 1979, regarding Photo Speed Monitoring Devices in Highway Work Zones and School Crossing Zones, to confirm the Civil Penalty as One Hundred Dollars ($100.00). - (Ordinance No. 49602) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander R‐14 A Resolution to Close the Hampton Roads Regional Jail. - (Resolution No. 1915) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander NEW BUSINESS Joseph Kennedy, Vice President of the Firefighter Union, 504 Waukesha Avenue, thanked council for their continued support. Tiara Lassiter, Sewells Point Road, requested an update on the status of the Tidewater Gardens project. Calvin Williams, 1030 W. 24th Street, spoke regarding the My2K Foundation and community efforts. Susan Matousek, 8214 Andrew Lane, spoke regarding the new DePaul center, human trafficking, and hate groups. The following spoke regarding a ceasefire in Gaza: Jordan Gray, 8721 Granby Street Angela Stevens, 1701 Parkview Avenue Kaumonie Taylor, 6440 Crescent Way Madeline Loss, 7 Thomas Drive, Poquoson, VA Sally Gudas, 9419 Selby Place Nihal Gokus, 4701 Hermitage Road Jordan Stokes, 3330 Argonne Avenue Sara Sanatkar, 795 Hampshire Lane, Virginia Beach, VA Jackelyn Ponce, 103 Tucker Lane, Hampton, VA Steven Greaves, 5136 Old Rosewell Lane, Gloucester, VA Fulkiro Song, 207 Princess Arch, Suffolk, VA Tariq Jawar, 3304 Lynnhurst Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA ADJOURNMENT 11