City Council Agendas

NORFOLK, VIRGINIA MEETING OF COUNCIL TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 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, Mrs. Andria P. McClellan, Mr. John E. Paige, Ms. Danica J. Royster, Mr. Thomas R. Smigiel Jr., and Vice Mayor Martin A. Thomas Jr. AGENDA Parks & Recreation Summer Wrap Up Presenter: Mr. Darrell Crittendon, Director, Parks & Recreation Mr. Crittendon reported as follows: Parks & Recreation Year-to-Date Accomplishments Youth Athletics Programs Multiple Programs Offered:  Tiny Sluggers: 4-year-olds program  RBI baseball co-ed “T-Ball” (7U, 10U, 12U)  Youth football: 7v7 & Flag Invitational  Beginner Boxing (ages 8+)  Youth: Outdoor soccer, basketball, indoor futsal, cheer, volleyball  Teen basketball Total Participation: 1,183 to date NEL Program Norfolk Emerging Leaders:  Provides Norfolk youth ages 16-21 with meaningful paid summer employment  Placements for Summer 2024: 143, in 11 City departments Executive Interns Program:  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.  Placements for Summer 2024: 18, in 12 City departments -1-  Norfolk Youth Council’s First Teen Expo Saturday, April 13 at The Slover:  More than 80 youth from across the city participated  Led by youth members of the Council  Distinguished guest speakers spoke on mental health, entrepreneurship, college resources, and financial literacy  Partner organization resources included Virginia Department of Health, Norfolk Public Library, College Endeavors, Norfolk Community Services Board, and Mathnasium  Entertainment provided by DJ and Teens with a Purpose 2024 Summer Camps By the numbers: Norfolk Explorers Camp (June 17-August 9) Ages 5-12: 436 Locations: Berkley, Bayview, Crossroads, East Ocean View, Fairlawn, Huntersville, Norview, Sherwood, Tarrallton, and Titustown Norfolk Navigators Camp (June 17-August 2) Ages 13-16: 45 Location: Lambert’s Point Community Center  25% increase in participation from 2023  We were at max capacity at all sites and we were able to take participants off Wait List Activities included: Weekly themed crafts, gym games, guest speakers, swim games, and off-site field trips (i.e., skating, bowling, Apex Entertainment, etc.) Highlights: T-shirt contest, co-hosted by Norfolk Community Services Board Prevention Services, to raise awareness for “Break the Silence, Stand Up To Violence” campaign. Summer 2024 Mayor Cup Track Event at Norview High School Events: 50-yard dash, 100-yard dash, tug-of-war, and obstacle course 2024 Nighthawks Season By the Numbers:  Participation averaged about 50-75 per night, at all three locations, each weekend Details:  Fridays and Saturdays, July 12-August 17, 9 p.m.-midnight  Locations: Norview, Huntersville, Lambert’s Point Community Centers Activities:  League play for ages 18+, open gym, demo dance classes at Norview, refreshments, basketball skills challenges, 3-point contest Norfolk Park Rangers By the Numbers: 1,583 Total Participation Regular programming included:  Tots on the Trails (ages 5 and under)  Wildlife Wonders (ages 3-12)  Birding in Norfolk (all ages) -2-  Beach Cleanups  Specialty events (Gone Fishin’ Day, Big Day of Birding, Park Explorers Week, etc.) Norfolk Outdoor Recreation By the Numbers: Participation averages 20-30 people per event Programming included: Wildlife Wednesdays, Rec & Roll, Spring Break Camp assistance, Summer Camp assistance, Fishy Fun (Free Fishing Day), Serving Saturdays, Rock Climbing at Lambert’s Point, Elizabeth River Trail (ERT) Olympics, Bird & Bike Senior Program Offerings Events Included:  Off-site trip: National Museum of African American History (Feb)  Off-site trips: Bingo Cruise on Norfolk Waterfront (July and Sept.)  Senior Brunch & Bingo (Feb & April)  Zumba Gold Workout  Basic Chair Yoga  Prime Time Bingo  Lunch & Learn: Medicare 101  Senior Clubs: Sherwood Forest, Norview, Titustown, Tarrallton Special Events: EGGS-treme Egg Drop Location: Tarrallton Park Details: March 30, over 1,500 attendees Activities included: Helicopter egg drop, The Music Theory DJ, Bounce houses, classic lawn games, Cotton candy & face painting, visits with the Easter Bunny, raffles and contests, partner organization booths included Norfolk Public Library, Aetna, VDH, and Norfolk Park Rangers Special Events at Five Points Park Partnership with Norfolk Festevents Motown Mingle: Friday, April 26, more than 150 attendees, music by BJ Griffin Band, Food trucks, arts & crafts, etc. Norview Paradise Party: Saturday, July 27, more than 125 attendees, music by JuJu Brum, food truck Football-Themed Event: Scheduled for Saturday, November 2 Special Event: Bellyak on the Bay Location: Community Beach Thursday, June 13, 48 participants, partnered with Therapeutic Recreation Departments from Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Isle of Wight, and James City County. The bellyak is a unique water sport that combines the thrill of kayaking with the freedom of swimming. With a focus on inclusivity, the bellyak caters to all abilities! -3-  Special Event: Go SK8 Day Location: Skate Park at Northside Park Friday, June 21, 200-250 participants, free for all ages, included music, food, and games Pools and Beaches Expanded Summer 2024 Operating Hours Outdoor Pool at Norfolk Fitness and Wellness Center, Chesterfield Pool, Huntersville Pool, Southside Aquatic Center, Northside Swimming Pool, Community Beach Park  Both outdoor pools had new hours for 2024 summer schedule  All indoor pools added additional day to summer 2024 schedule  Beach schedule increased by additional 3 days (from 2023) Lifeguards Norfolk Beach Incidents in 2024 Water rescues: 33 Minor medical issues: 47 Major medical issues: 21 Missing persons found: 10 Norfolk Pool Incidents in 2024 Water rescues: 15 Minor medical issues: 5 Norfolk Public School Splash Program 677 total children 42 second-grade classes CIP Projects Pollard Street Playground Completed Winter 2024 Renovation included: new basketball courts, play equipment, perimeter fencing and ball field backstop. Azalea Acres Park: Completed Winter 2024 General improvements included: additional play equipment, accessibility improvements, removal of tennis courts, renovation of the basketball court, and addition of new picnic shelter, tables, bike racks, community kiosk, and landscaping. Five Points Park: Perimeter fencing installed early Spring 2024 *Other upcoming projects include improvements at Booker T. Washington, Lake Taylor, Norfolk Fitness & Wellness Center, Barraud Park, Northside Park, Lafayette Park, Lakewood Park, and also Chesterfield Pool improvements. Grants By the Number: TOTAL: $1,417,118  Stem Grant for after-school programming ($12,500) -4-  USDA Inflation Reduction Grant for tree work in disadvantaged census tracts ($999,993)  VOF (Virginia Outdoors Foundation) Grant for Larchmont Trailhead on Elizabeth River Trail ($404,625) Parks & Forestry Tree City USA Designation The City of Norfolk has been named one of The Arbor Day Foundation’s 2023 Tree City USA cities, for the 37th year in a row. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation, in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service and the National Association of State Foresters. Reinstatement of Good Time Course Guide Fall edition (Sept/Oct/Nov/Dec)  Published 8/30/24  Offered digitally at Norfolk.gov/FallGoodTimes and limited physical copies at area centers  Covering all course offerings for: aquatics, athletics, fitness & wellness, music, dance and visual arts, therapeutic recreation, active seniors, S.O.A.R. After School Program, and special events. Future editions:  Winter-Spring 2025 (Jan/Feb/March/April)  Summer 2025 (May/June/July/August)  Fall 2025 (Sept/Oct/Nov/Dec) Fall Activities Halloween events – City-wide locations, 10/21 – 10/31 Halloween Movie Night, Bark-O-Ween, Trunk or Treat, Hallow-Fest, etc. Five Points Park & Plaza – Touchdown at the Park (11/2), free and open to the public, live college games, food trucks, family activities, etc. Fall Athletics  Indoor Soccer Futsal  Teen Basketball  Tiny Strikers (4-year-olds)  Cheerleading (Ages 5-16)  Adult Dodgeball Co-Ed Tournament Staff Accomplishments Steven Traylor, City Forester – Awarded prestigious Certified Urban and Community Forester (CUCF) certification Darrell R. Crittendon, Director – Elected to the National Board of Directors for the American Academy of Parks & Recreation Administrators; Re-Elected as the Foundation Board President for the Virginia Recreation & Parks Society Edward Matthews, Assistant Director – Certified Parks & Recreation Executive (CPRE) -5-  Kari Diop, Bureau Manager – Recreation & Community Wellness – Certified Parks & Recreation Executive (CPRE) Virginia Recreation & Park Society (VRPS) 2024 Annual Conference Hosted by Norfolk Parks & Recreation: Sept 14-17, Norfolk Downtown Marriott, attended by more than 500 delegates from across the state of Virginia Events Included: Two-day Aquatics Facility Operators Course, Golf Tournament in benefit of Society Foundation, three days of educational sessions, Sneaker Ball & Awards Ceremony, Interactive Exhibit Hall, etc. Keynote by: Mr. Neelay Bhatt, Founder and CEO of Next Practice Partners Closing Session: by Dr. Gale Gorke, Executive Director of Kids Kan, Inc. Snapshot Moment Award: Norfolk Team Boxing took home an award for “Snapshot Moment,” which is awarded in recognition for excellence in capturing the perfect image that highlights an event and exemplifies the department’s services in a single image. (VRPS 2024 conference photographs presented.) Mayor Alexander thanked Mr. Crittendon for a thorough presentation and congratulated him and the Parks & Recreation Department on all of their accomplishments. Mayor Alexander expressed concern about the closing of Barraud Park and asked for an update on the progress and timeline for renovations. Mr. Crittendon stated that construction documents are at 20% completion and he anticipates the documents will be finished by the end of the year. He stated that construction will begin shortly after the completion of the documents and the project will take 12 to 14 months to complete. Mayor Alexander stated the park was closed too soon and residents should have been able to use the green space during this time. He suggested there should be project managers who can report to Council and let them know when to take a project offline. Mr. Roberts stated he previously asked Mr. Beaver and the Norfolk Police Department to put together a strategy specific to Barraud Park and how we could open up portions of the park given the length of time to initiate construction and complete the renovations. He stated that he should have some preliminary findings and recommendations by the end of the week to share with Council. McClellan asked about the status of the Elizabeth River Trails Strategic Plan and the reopening of Monkey Bottom Park.  Trails: Mr. Crittendon stated they conducted community meetings and are completing the writeup to present to the City Manager’s office for review.  Monkey Bottom Park: Mr. Crittendon stated there is a group interested in opening an 18- hole disc golf course. The city’s architect is working with the group on designs and once they are completed they will go to the City Manager’s office for review. Councilwoman McClellan asked if they are considering doing more with roller skating because it is very popular right now. Mr. Crittendon stated that they do not have a specific program, but citizens interested in roller skating can use the skate park plaza at Northside Park. -6-  Councilwoman McClellan stated that more staff are needed in Parks and Forestry to meet the demands of the city. Councilwoman Royster added that continued funding is needed for youth programming and sports, and also for the maintenance of our facilities. Councilwoman Johnson asked for funding to hire additional park rangers and lifeguards. Councilman Paige thanked Mr. Crittendon for reopening the Ingleside Recreation Center. Councilman Paige asked if Lakewood Park can be used for youth football games. Mr. Crittendon stated that they could schedule some games at Lakewood, and he noted that citizens had asked to have games in other areas of the city, too. Councilman Smigiel expressed frustration over the timeline for Northside Park renovations and asked for a status report. He stated these projects are important to our communities so we have to figure out a way to better manage the timelines. Councilman Smigiel asked to add lifeguards at Ocean View Beach Park and Sarah Constant Beach Park. Mr. Crittendon stated this year there were about 30 lifeguards. They hope to increase that number to 50 or 55 lifeguards in 2025. Councilman Smigiel asked to consider raising the Trick or Treat age to 16 for Halloween 2024. Electric Vehicle Charging Plan Presenter: Ms. Megan Hale, Environmental Sustainability Manager Ms. Hale reported as follows: EV Charging Plan: Goals and Objectives  Reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality consistent with the federal, state, and local goals.  Implement strategies for low and moderate-income neighborhoods and communities with a low ratio of private parking spaces to households or a high ratio of Multi-Unit Dwellings (MUD) to single-family homes.  Assess needs, opportunities, and challenges for the deployment of charging infrastructure in Norfolk.  Position the City to successfully compete for grant funds that will support the acquisition, installation, operation, and maintenance of EV charging infrastructure. Plan Development Process  Contextual Scan – Review of city policies and transportation plans  Stakeholder Engagement – Understanding City agency and partner perspectives and plans  Projections of Charging Infrastructure – Projecting how many EVs are expected and how many chargers will be needed  Stakeholder Engagement – Understanding priority charging locations  Spatial Evaluation of Charging Needs – Analyzing where charger placement will increase usage and equitable access  Zoning, Codes, and Permitting – Opportunities for new policies and programs -7-  Stakeholder Engagement – Understanding community perspectives  Plan Development – EV charging strategies and actions  Grant Strategy – Federal and state opportunities for funding Stakeholder Engagement Ms. Hale stated that the activities included in stakeholder engagement were three major citywide agency work group sessions. A public survey was available online and in print form at all public libraries and 700 responses were received from residents and business owners. Internal: Department of Transportation, Department of Public Works, Department of City Planning, Department of General Services, Department of Housing and Community Development, Department of Neighborhood Services, Office of Emergency Management, Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Office of Resilience, Parking Division, Fleet Management, Department of Parks and Recreation, Department of Economic Development, and Department of Communications External: Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization (HRTPO), Virginia Clean Cities, Old Dominion University, Norfolk State University, Tidewater Community College, Department of Defense, Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC), Hampton Roads Workforce Council, Tidewater Tech, and Centura College Types of EV Chargers  Level 1: 1.2-1.9 kW, Standard 120V AC outlet, Adds 2-5 miles per hour of charge  Level 2: 3-19.2 kW, 208/240V AC outlet or hardwired, Adds 10-20 miles per hour of charge  DC Fast Charge (DCFC): 50 kW+, 480V DC hardwired connection, Adds 150-300+ miles per hour of charge Maps and graphs were presented for review: Current Charging Infrastructure map Norfolk EV Forecast Graph Projected EV Stock in Norfolk through 2045 Estimated Charging Need in Norfolk through 2045 Assessment of Priority Areas for Charging map EV Charging Plan & Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Discretionary (CFI) Grant Ms. Hale stated they have been working on the EV Charging Plan for approximately a year. The plan includes projections for EV adoption and charging needs, a summary of the stakeholder engagement process, and strategies and actions to facilitate EV charging adoption. In the grant proposal they have requested $3.7 million to create a new program called Norfolk REACH which is Reliable and Equitable Access to Charging. This funding request has three major initiatives. One is to expand charging infrastructure at publicly accessible municipal sites. Two is a competitive grant program aimed at small businesses and owners for charging infrastructure in our six main commercial corridor areas. Three is -8-  money for a workforce development program called Norfolk TEAM REACH (Technical Education and Mentorship within REACH) to provide training opportunities and employment for residents in Norfolk and the Greater Hampton Roads region who want to learn how to install EV chargers and maintain them. (Proposed Sites and Corridors map was presented for review.) What Role Can the City Play Listener: The City can provide a platform for all community voices to be heard and can help guide how EV charging is deployed locally to meet community needs. Educator: The City can provide educational and guidance materials, conduct webinars and trainings, and help build local capacities in the sustainable transportation sector. Convener: The City can bring together residents, businesses and local organizations to provide a platform to share ideas and provide feedback on actions. Funder: The City can obtain funding through grant programs and distribute it to local businesses to build charging infrastructure where it is needed without using City funds. Advocator: The City can ensure that local development meets the needs of all community members, particularly those who have been historically marginalized. Implementer: The City can form partnerships to deploy public EV charging on municipal properties, provide charging for workers, and electrify the City fleet. Strategies and Actions Access: Make EV charging available and affordable for everyone who needs to charge Strategy:  Identify charging gaps and provide charging in neighborhoods  Promote EV charging at workplaces and multi-family homes  Establish guidance for ROW charging  Promote curbside charging programs Leadership: Integrate EVs into the City fleet and strengthen municipal governance of EVs. Strategy:  Establish partnerships for EV charging at municipal sites  Electrify the City fleet  Future-proof charging sites  Set targets for public EV charging and benchmark locally  Develop training programs for emergency responders and other city staff  Appoint an EV Navigator Equity: Ensure that all voices are heard, and that charging is accessible, reliable and affordable for all residents. Strategy:  Cultivate partnerships with community-based organizations  Establish an EV equity working group  Provide charging in underserved communities  Establish EV charging goals in disadvantaged communities and track deployment  Ensure EV charging accessibility to different types of users  Prioritize shared mobility hubs and multi-modal charging -9-  Opportunity: Establish programs and policies that enable benefits to be captured locally by all members of the community. Strategy:  Develop EV workforce development programs through partnerships with local educational institutions  Maximize use of federal and state incentive and financing programs  Streamline permitting and track permit applications to encourage local investment Resilience: Adopt processes and technologies that address vulnerabilities and enable adaption to a changing environment. Strategy:  Assess EV charging in high-risk flood areas for reliability and redundancy  Identify sites for EV charging with renewable energy and energy storage  Deploy mobile charging solutions  Integrate EV charging into city emergency communications protocols Engagement: Provide residents with information to make informed decisions and be meaningfully involved in transportation planning. Strategy:  Work directly with communities to identify needs through listening sessions and surveys and continuously integrate community feedback  Provide publicly accessible educational resources and promote EV adoption through the city’s website  Hold education and outreach events to provide resources to businesses Councilwoman Royster asked how business owners apply for grant funding to have EV chargers installed. Ms. Hale stated that it is structured similar to the façade improvements program. Economic Development would put out the information to the business community and business owners would submit a proposal like you would do with a typical grant program. There would be an evaluation structure to go through those proposals and select beneficial funding opportunities. Ms. Hale added if we do receive the grant funding, it will need to be spent in four years’ time. Councilwoman McClellan emphasized the need to address how EV chargers are installed in areas that regularly flood such as Mowbray Arch. Councilwoman Doyle suggested fast-tracking permitting for EV chargers in the right-of-way verge. She suggested if we market that a little more broadly, people might be encouraged to not put the cord across the sidewalk. - 10 - CLOSED SESSION Motion for closed session was approved at 4:40 p.m. for purposes which are set out in Clauses 29 and 1 of subsection (A) of Section 2.2-3711 of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, as amended: (29) Discussion of the award of a public contract terms and scope of such contract for a facility downtown, Ward 2, where discussion of the terms or scope of the contract in an open session would adversely affect the negotiating strategy of the public body. (1) Discussion of a personnel matter. Yes: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas and Alexander. No: None. - 11 -  October 22, 2024 NORFOLK, VIRGINIA ACTION OF THE COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 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 Present 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  October 22, 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, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander PUBLIC HEARINGS PH‐1 Public Hearing scheduled this day, pursuant to State Law, to hear comments Authorizing the Conveyance to Foreman Services, LLC of Certain Parcels of Property Located at 218 and 220 W. 27th Street for the Total Sum of $58,000.00 and in Accordance with the Terms and Conditions of the Purchase and Sale Agreement. An Ordinance Authorizing the Conveyance to Foreman Services, LLC of Certain Parcels of Property Located at 218 and 220 W. 27th Street For the Total Sum of $58,000.00 in Accordance With the Terms and Conditions of the Purchase and Sale Agreement and Authorizing the Expenditure of a Sum of Up to $1,000,00 For Any Necessary Transaction Costs. - (Ordinance No. 49759) Shawn Foreman, 218 W. 27th Street, was present to answer questions. ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander 2  October 22, 2024 PH‐2 Public Hearing scheduled this day, pursuant to State Law, to hear comments Authorizing the Sale and Conveyance to The Arever Group, Inc. of that Certain Parcel of Property Located at 1311 Marshall Avenue in Accordance with the Terms and Conditions of the City's Online Real Estate Auction and Authorizing the Modification, Revision or Release of Certain Protective and Restrictive Covenants. An Ordinance Authorizing the Sale and Conveyance to The Arever Group, Inc. of that Certain Parcel of Property Located at 1311 Marshall Avenue in Accordance With the Terms and Conditions of the City's Online Real Estate Auction and Authorizing the Modification, Revision or Release of Certain Protective and Restrictive Covenants. - (Ordinance No. 49760) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander PH‐3 Public Hearing scheduled this day, pursuant to State Law, to hear comments Ordinance Authorizing the Sale and Conveyance to The Arever Group, Inc. of that Certain Parcel of Property Located at 2506 Maltby Avenue in Accordance with the Terms and Conditions of the City's Online Real Estate Auction and Authorizing the Modification, Revision or Release of Certain Protective and Restrictive Covenants. An Ordinance Authorizing the Sale and Conveyance to The Arever Group, Inc. of that Certain Parcel of Property Located at 2506 Maltby Avenue in Accordance With the Terms and Conditions of the City's Online Real Estate Auction and Authorizing the Modification, Revision or Release of Certain Protective and Restrictive Covenants. - (Ordinance No. 49761) Curtis Cole, 424 Bay Dunes Drive, spoke in favor of public hearings 3 through 5. ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander 3  October 22, 2024 PH‐4 Public Hearing scheduled this day, pursuant to State Law, to hear comments Authorizing the Sale and Conveyance to The Arever Group, Inc. of that Certain Parcel of Property Located at 1414 and 1416 O'Keefe Street in Accordance with the Terms and Conditions of the City's Online Real Estate Auction and Authorizing the Modification, Revision or Release of Certain Protective and Restrictive Covenants. An Ordinance Authorizing the Sale and Conveyance to The Arever Group, Inc. of that Certain Parcel of Property Located at 1414 and 1416 O'Keefe Street in Accordance With the Terms and Conditions of the City's Online Real Estate Auction and Authorizing the Modification, Revision or Release of Certain Protective and Restrictive Covenants. - (Ordinance No. 49762) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander PH‐5 Public Hearing scheduled this day, pursuant to State Law, to hear comments Authorizing the Sale and Conveyance to The Arever Group, Inc. of that Certain Parcel of Property Located at 1411 O'Keefe Street in Accordance with the Terms and Conditions of the City's Online Real Estate Auction and Authorizing the Modification, Revision or Release of Certain Protective and Restrictive Covenants. An Ordinance Authorizing the Sale and Conveyance to The Arever Group, Inc. of that Certain Parcel of Property Located at 1411 O'Keefe Street in Accordance With the Terms and Conditions of the City's Online Real Estate Auction and Authorizing the Modification, Revision or Release of Certain Protective and Restrictive Covenants. - (Ordinance No. 49763) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander 4  October 22, 2024 PH‐6 Public Hearing scheduled this day, pursuant to State Law, to hear comments Authorizing the Sale and Conveyance to Richardson Homes, Inc. of that Certain Parcel of Property Located at 1206, 1208 and 1210 Hatton Street in Accordance with the Terms and Conditions of the City's Online Real Estate Auction and Authorizing the Modification, Revision or Release of Certain Protective and Restrictive Covenants. An Ordinance Authorizing the Sale and Conveyance to Richardson Homes, Inc. of that Certain Parcel of Property Located at 1206, 1208 and 1210 Hatton Street in Accordance With the Terms and Conditions of the City's Online Real Estate Auction and Authorizing the Modification, Revision or Release of Certain Protective and Restrictive Covenants. - (Ordinance No. 49764) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander 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. ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander C‐1 An Ordinance Granting Conditional Use Permits to Authorize an Automobile Repair Facility with Minor Automobile Repair and Maintenance, Automobile Rental, and Tire Sales and Repair named “Bud’s Tires” on Properties Located at 901 and 905 East Little Creek Road. - (Ordinance No. 49765) C‐2 An Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use Permit to Authorize a Short-Term Rental Unit (Vacation Rental) on Property Located at 9558 20th Bay Street. - (Ordinance No. 49766) Nicole Pace, 1600 Granby Street, #207, was present to answer questions. 5  October 22, 2024 C‐3 An Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use Permit to Approve Alternative Development and Form Standards for New Residential Construction in the R-C (Residential - Coastal) Zoning District on Property Located at 3017 Pretty Lake Avenue. - (Ordinance No. 49767) C‐4 An Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use Permit to Authorize the Sale of Alcoholic Beverages for On-Premises Consumption at an Establishment Named “Fr8house Coffee Company” on Property Located at 2330 Bowdens Ferry Road. - (Ordinance No. 49768) C‐5 An Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use Permit to Authorize the Sale of Alcoholic Beverages for On-Premises Consumption at a Restaurant Named “Leila International Cuisine” on Property Located at 4136 Granby Street. - (Ordinance No. 49769) C‐6 An Ordinance Granting Conditional Use Permits to Authorize the Operation of a Convenience Store with the Sale of Smoking Products Named “One Stop Shop” on Property Located at 1027 and 1033 West Little Creek Road. - (Ordinance No. 49770) C‐7 An Ordinance Granting a Conditional a Use Permit to Authorize the Sale of Alcoholic Beverages for On-Premises Consumption at an Establishment Named “Riverview Theater” on Property Located at 3910 Granby Street. - (Ordinance No. 49771) C‐8 An Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use Permit to Authorize the Sale of Alcoholic Beverages for On-Premises Consumption at a Restaurant Named “Sour Street Pizza” on Property Located at 4035 East Ocean View Avenue, Suite 400. - (Ordinance No. 49772) C‐9 An Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use Permit to Authorize the Sale of Alcoholic Beverages for Off-Premises Consumption at a Restaurant Named “Tiendita Latinos Unidos” on Property Located at 2346 Azalea Garden Road. - (Ordinance No. 49773) C‐10 Downtown Norfolk Council has requested use of the Mace and Police Honor Guard for the 38th Annual Holidays in the City Grand Illumination Parade on November 23, 2024. C‐11 An Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use Permit to Authorize the Operation of a Commercial Recreation Center Operated by “Club 60” on Property Located at 9601 and 9611 1st View Street. - (Ordinance No. 49774) 6  October 22, 2024 REGULAR AGENDA R‐1 The First Ordinance Amending and Reordaining the Fiscal Year 2025 Compensation Plan Ordinance and its Incorporated Attachments so as to Amend its Exhibit B to change four (4) entries in the Job Assignment Supplements and its Exhibit C to add a new Classification Specification title of Paramedic (EMT) and attach a Paygrade and other information to it, change the grade attached to the Title of Assistant Fleet Maintenance Manager, change the Charter Service Designation of Sixteen (16) Position Titles from Classified to Unclassified, add Job Codes to Eighteen (18) Positions whose Job Codes were previously listed as "To Be Determined", change the Department Designation of three (3) positions titles, and change four (4) entries in the Job Assignment Supplements. - (Ordinance No. 49775) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander R‐2 An Ordinance Amending the FY2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (No. 49,220) so as to Accept, Appropriate and Authorize the Expenditure of Grant Funds up to the Sum of $138,218 from Community Services Board Health Planning Region V for the Employee Pay Differential, Sign on and Retention Bonuses for Norfolk Community Services Board. - (Ordinance No. 49776) Barrett Hicks, 1515 E. Indian River Road, spoke regarding this matter. ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander R‐3 An Ordinance Authorizing the Acquisition of an Easement Over and Under a Certain Parcel of Property Known as Tax Parcel No. 19*90 in the City of Suffolk as Part of the Commonwealth Railway Project For the Sum of $7,000.00 and Authorizing the Expenditure of a Sum of Up to $12,000.00 From Funds Heretofore Appropriated for Acquisition of the Easement and All Related Transactional Costs. - (Ordinance No. 49777) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander 7  October 22, 2024 R‐4 An Ordinance Amending The FY2025 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (No. 49,220) So As To Accept, Appropriate And Authorize The Expenditure Of Grant Funds Up To The Sum Of $25,000 From Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services For The Witness Protection Grant Program. - (Ordinance No. 49778) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander R‐5 A Resolution Authorizing the Formation of a Nonprofit Entity by the Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority to Provide Opportunities to Low-Income Residents, Apply for Grant Funding, and Participate in Development Activities - (Resolution No. 1924) Barrett Hicks, 1515 E. Indian River Road, spoke regarding this matter. ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander R‐6 A Resolution Authorizing the Formation of Legal Entities by the Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority to Facilitate the Renovation and Conversion of the Robert Partrea Apartments and Sykes Apartments from Low Income Public Housing to Project-Based Vouchers - (Resolution No. 1925) Barrett Hicks, 1515 E. Indian River Road, spoke regarding this matter. ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander 8  October 22, 2024 R‐7 An Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance and Sale by the City of Norfolk, Virginia, of Water Revenue Refunding Bonds to Refund All or a Portion of the Outstanding Water Revenue and Refunding Bonds, Series 2015A and B. - (Ordinance No. 49779) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander R‐8 The Second Ordinance Amending and Reordianing the Fiscal Year 2025 Compensation Plan Ordinance and its Incorporated Attachments so as to Amend Two Sections of its Exhibit A (Regulations), consisting in one Amendment to change Section 8 to eliminate the restriction that a newly hired Employee’s Salary be at least Ten (10) Percent below the maximum salary the Council authorized for their Position, and two Amendments to change Section 11, one to Eliminate the Prohibition against paying a promoted Employee a salary within Ten (10) Percent of the maximum salary the Council authorized for their new Position, and the other to require that promoted Sworn Fire- Rescue Employees receive a salary at least Five (5) Percent above their former salary or the minimum salary authorized by Council for their new Position, whichever is greater. - (Ordinance No. 49780) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander R‐9 An Ordinance to Schedule a Council Retreat on November 18, 2024, and to Move the Location from the Council Chambers of the City Hall Building to the Slover Library, Sgt. Memorial Room. - (Ordinance No. 49781) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander R‐10 An Ordinance to Schedule the Organizational City Council Meeting at 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, January 7, 2025, in the Council Chambers. - (Ordinance No. 49782) ACTION: Adopted [Unanimous] AYES: Doyle, Johnson, McClellan, Paige, Royster, Smigiel Jr., Thomas Jr., Alexander 9  October 22, 2024 NEW BUSINESS Beverly Zimmerman-Wright, 9777 20th Bay Street, spoke on finding help with the homeless. Angela Stevens, 1701 Parkview Avenue, spoke regarding a ceasefire Resolution for Gaza. Sally Gudas, 949 Selby Place, spoke regarding a ceasefire Resolution for Gaza. Nihal Gokus,4701 Hermitage Road, spoke regarding a ceasefire Resolution for Gaza. Barrett Hicks, 1515 E. Indian River Road, spoke on Community Activities, specially on the Southside. ADJOURNMENT 10