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City Council Regular Meeting August 21, 2019 Regular Meeting of the Suffolk City Council was held in the City Council Chamber, 442 West Washington Street, on Wednesday, August 21, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. PRESENT Council Members - Linda T. Johnson, Mayor, presiding Leroy Bennett, Vice Mayor Michael D. Duman Roger W. Fawcett Donald Z. Goldberg Timothy J. Johnson Curtis R. Milteer, Sr. Lue R. Ward, Jr. Patrick G. Roberts, City Manager Helivi L. Holland, City Attorney Erika S. Dawley, City Clerk ABSENT None CALL TO ORDER/INVOCATION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Johnson called the meeting to order. Council Member Milteer offered the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT CERTIFICATION City Clerk Dawley presented a resolution certifying the Closed Meeting of August 21, 2019, pursuant to Section 2.2-3712 of the Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. Council Member Fawcett, on a motion seconded by Council Member Duman, moved to approve the resolution, as presented, by the following vote: AYES: Mayor L. Johnson, Vice Mayor Bennett, and Council Members Duman, Fawcett, Goldberg, T. Johnson, Milteer and Ward 8 NAYS: None 0 A RESOLUTION OF CERTIFICATION OF THE CLOSED MEETING OF AUGUST 21, 2019, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2.2-3712 OF THE CODE OF VIRGINIA (1950), AS AMENDED 1 City Council Regular Meeting August 21, 2019 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES Council Member Milteer, on a motion seconded by Vice Mayor Bennett, moved to approve the minutes from the June 19, 2019, Work Session and Regular Meeting and July 17, 2019, Work Session and Regular Meeting, as presented, by the following vote: AYES: Mayor L. Johnson, Vice Mayor Bennett, and Council Members Duman, Fawcett, Goldberg, T. Johnson, Milteer and Ward 8 NAYS: None 0 SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS There are no items under this portion of the agenda. REMOVAL OF ITEMS FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA Mayor Johnson advised that a motion was in order at this time to adopt the agenda. Council Member Johnson, on a motion seconded by Council Member Fawcett, to remove Consent Agenda Item #13 for a separate vote and adopt the agenda remainder, as presented: AYES: Mayor L. Johnson, Vice Mayor Bennett, and Council Members Duman, Fawcett, Goldberg, T. Johnson, Milteer and Ward 8 NAYS: None 0 AGENDA SPEAKERS There were no speakers under this portion of the agenda. CONSENT AGENDA City Clerk Dawley presented the following Consent Agenda items: Consent Agenda Item #7 – An ordinance to accept and appropriate funds from the Library of Virginia Circuit Court Records Preservation Program for the Clerk of the Circuit Court Consent Agenda Item #8 – An ordinance to accept and appropriate funds from the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Aviation for the Suffolk Executive Airport Consent Agenda Item #9 – An ordinance to accept and appropriate funds from the Public Library Association and American Library Association for the Libraries Lead with Digital Skills program Consent Agenda Item #10 – An ordinance to accept and appropriate Suffolk HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds due to the repayment of down payment and closing cost assistance funds associated with the City of Suffolk Down Payment and Closing Cost Assistance Program 2 City Council Regular Meeting August 21, 2019 Consent Agenda Item #11 – An ordinance to accept and appropriate funds from the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services Rescue Squad Assistance Fund for the Suffolk Department of Fire and Rescue Consent Agenda Item #12 – An ordinance to accept and appropriate funds from the Virginia E-911 Services Board Public Safety Answering Point Grant Program for the Suffolk Police Department Consent Agenda Item #14 – A resolution approving the issuance by the Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority of its revenue bonds to assist with the financing and acquisition, construction, renovation, rehabilitation, and equipping of the approximately 496-unit Saint Luke Apartments multifamily housing facility located in the County of Henrico, Virginia Referring to Consent Agenda Items #7 through #12 and Consent Agenda Item #14, City Manager Roberts submitted a review of the background information as printed in the official agenda. Council Member Fawcett, on a motion seconded by Vice Mayor Bennett, moved to approve the Consent Agenda Items #7 through #12 and Consent Agenda Item #14, as presented, by the following vote: AYES: Mayor L. Johnson, Vice Mayor Bennett, and Council Members Duman, Fawcett, Goldberg, T. Johnson, Milteer and Ward 8 NAYS: None 0 Consent Agenda Item #13 – A resolution approving the issuance of multifamily housing revenue bonds for the renovation and rehabilitation of the Cypress Manor Apartments (Eagle Landing) and Parker Riddick Apartments (White Marsh Pointe) located in the City of Suffolk, Virginia (This item was removed from the Consent Agenda for a separate vote.) City Manager Roberts introduced Peter Behringer, The Communities Group, the consultant for the Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority, who provided an overview of the background information as printed in the official agenda. City Manager Roberts also introduced Michael Pack, Community Development Director, Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority. Referring to the presentation, Council Member Johnson asked about the timeline for the issuance of the revenue bonds. Mr. Behringer said that the bonds will be issued at closing, which will be at the end of the first quarter or the beginning of the second quarter. Referring to the presentation, Council Member Johnson opined about the asbestos abatement, as it relates to the safety of the residents. Mr. Behringer explained that there are state and federal regulations for asbestos abatement, which will insure that the residents are not adversely impacted. Referring to the presentation, Council Member Ward called for information about the timeline for the rehabilitation of Parker Riddick. Mr. Behringer stated that the rehabilitation will take 20 months. 3 City Council Regular Meeting August 21, 2019 Referring to the presentation, Council Member Ward queried about the relocation of the residents during the renovation and rehabilitation of the Cypress Manor Apartments and Parker Riddick Apartments. Mr. Behringer replied that residents will receive tenant protection vouchers and assistance from Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority while they are displaced. He added that all residents will have the right of first return, and there will be no out of pocket costs for the residents during the timespan of these projects. Council Member Duman opined that it would be more cost effective to replace the Cypress Manor Apartments, instead of rehabilitating the complex. Mr. Behringer explained that it would not be more cost effective to replace the Cypress Manor Apartment instead of rehabilitating the complex due to the type of funding source being used. He added that the rehabilitation portion of the project supports the new construction, and the financial analysis reflects that replacing both apartment complexes would cost $6,000,000 to $6,500,000 more. He concluded that should Council Member Duman need more information, he would be happy to meet with him individually. Council Member Duman sought clarification that the Cypress Manor portion of the project will generate more cash flow than the Parker Riddick portion. Mr. Behringer replied in the affirmative. Council Member Fawcett reiterated that the renovation and rehabilitation of the Cypress Manor Apartments and the Parker Riddick Apartments have been combined in order to receive the most favorable interest rate. Mr. Behringer replied in the affirmative. Council Member Johnson inquired about the impact of delaying the renovation and rehabilitation of the Cypress Manor Apartments and the Parker Riddick Apartments, as it relates to the bond issuance. Mr. Behringer reported that delaying the renovation and rehabilitation of the Cypress Manor Apartments and the Parker Riddick Apartments would not result in any positive impact on the bond issuance. Referring to the presentation, Vice Mayor Bennett called for information about the notification of the residents who will be impacted by the renovation and rehabilitation of the Cypress Manor Apartments and the Parker Riddick Apartments. Mr. Behringer stated that all of the residents of both complexes have been notified, and the Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority will continue to meet with residents during the process. Council Member Duman, on a motion seconded by Council Member Goldberg, moved to approve the resolution, as presented, by the following vote: AYES: Mayor L. Johnson, Vice Mayor Bennett, and Council Members Duman, Fawcett, Goldberg, T. Johnson, Milteer and Ward 8 NAYS: None 0 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF MULTIFAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS FOR THE RENOVATION AND REHABILITATION OF THE CYPRESS MANOR APARTMENTS (EAGLE LANDING) AND PARKER RIDDICK APARTMENTS (WHITE MARSH POINTE) LOCATED IN THE CITY OF SUFFOLK, VIRGINIA 4 City Council Regular Meeting August 21, 2019 PUBLIC HEARINGS Public Hearing – An ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of bonds by the City of Suffolk, Virginia, and establishing the terms, details, and provisions for the payment thereof Utilizing a PowerPoint presentation, David Rose, Senior Vice President, Davenport and Company, the City’s financial advisors, offered a summary of the background information as printed in the official agenda. Hearing no speakers, the public hearing was closed. City Manager Roberts announced that later in tonight’s meeting, the following resolution will be presented for City Council’s consideration, should there be any questions – a resolution adopting an amendment to the City of Suffolk Financial Policies Council Member Fawcett, on a motion seconded by Council Member Goldberg, moved to approve the ordinance, as presented: AYES: Mayor L. Johnson, Vice Mayor Bennett, and Council Members Duman, Fawcett, Goldberg, T. Johnson, Milteer and Ward 8 NAYS: None 0 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF BONDS BY THE CITY OF SUFFOLK, VIRGINIA, AND ESTABLISHING THE TERMS, DETAILS, AND PROVISIONS FOR THE PAYMENT THEREOF Public Hearing – An ordinance to rezone and amend the official zoning map of the City of Suffolk to change the zoning from RLM, Residential Low Medium Density zoning district, to RU, Residential Urban zoning district, for property located on East Washington Street, Zoning Map 35, Parcel 142; RZN2018-014 (Conditional) Utilizing a PowerPoint presentation, Planning and Community Development Director David Hainley provided a report on the background information as printed in the official agenda. Whitney Saunders, 705 West Washington Street, Saunders and Ojeda, agent, representing Bob Arnette, Coastal Virginia Developers, LLC, applicant and Kenneth C. Alexander, property owner, spoke in support of the proposed ordinance, as presented. Brian Layne, 7021 Harbour View Blvd #102, Parrish Layne Design Group, spoke in support of the proposed ordinance, as presented. The following individuals spoke in opposition to the proposed ordinance: Margaret Barnes, 306 Ben Street, representing self. Rosa Bowe, 2540 East Washington Street, representing self. Jacquelyn Holland, 203 Butch Avenue, representing self. 5 City Council Regular Meeting August 21, 2019 The following individuals spoke in support of the proposed ordinance, as presented: Brian Layne, 7021 Harbour View Blvd #102, Parrish Layne Design Group. Patricia Knight, 115 Marshall Avenue, President, Oakdale/Pierce Park/Magnolia Civic League. Charles Smith, no address provided, representing self. Kenneth Jenkins, 606 Hollywood Avenue, representing self. Hearing no additional speakers, the public hearing was closed. Referring to the presentation, Council Member Goldberg called for information about any potential adverse traffic impacts as a result of the proposed project. Traffic Engineer Robert Lewis explained that national traffic standards were used in reviewing the proposed project, and it was determined that there will be no adverse traffic impacts as a result of the project. Referring to the presentation, Council Member Goldberg sought clarification about the drainage from Shingle Creek on the parcel under consideration. Mr. Layne reported that the proposed drainage from Shingle Creek will be addressed by a wet pond, and the developer has agreed to add aeration to the pond. Council Member Goldberg opined about any potential impact of drainage on the graveyard adjacent to the parcel under consideration. Mr. Layne stated that the phase one of the environmental report did not indicate that the drainage would impact the graveyard adjacent to the parcel under consideration, and the developer has worked with neighbors to install permanent access to the cemetery. Referring to the presentation, Council Member Duman inquired about the inclusion of the maximum number of residential units in the background material as printed in the official agenda. Traffic Engineer Lewis replied in the affirmative. Council Member Goldberg, on a motion seconded by Council Member Fawcett, moved to approve the ordinance, as presented: AYES: Mayor L. Johnson, and Council Members Duman, Fawcett, Goldberg, T. Johnson, and Ward 6 NAYS: Vice Mayor Bennett and Council Member Milteer 2 AN ORDINANCE TO REZONE AND AMEND THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF SUFFOLK TO CHANGE THE ZONING FROM RLM, RESIDENTIAL LOW MEDIUM DENSITY ZONING DISTRICT, TO RU, RESIDENTIAL URBAN ZONING DISTRICT, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON EAST WASHINGTON STREET, ZONING MAP 35, PARCEL 142; RZN2018-014 (CONDITIONAL) 6 City Council Regular Meeting August 21, 2019 Public Hearing – An ordinance to rezone and amend the official zoning map of the City of Suffolk to change the zoning from B-2, General Commercial zoning district, to RU, Residential Urban zoning district, for property located at 117 and 119 C Street, Zoning Map 36A, Parcels 202A*1 and 202B*1, and a portion of property located at 1214 Portsmouth Boulevard, Zoning Map 36A, Parcel 191*195; RZN2018-020 (Conditional) Utilizing a PowerPoint presentation, Planning and Community Development Director Hainley gave a summation of the background information as printed in the official agenda. Whitney Saunders, 705 West Washington Street, Saunders and Ojeda, agent, representing Bob Arnette, Coastal Virginia Developers, LLC, applicant and Sherman Coy Hughson and S&K Brothers, Enterprises, LLC, property owner, spoke in support of the proposed ordinance, as presented. Hearing no additional speakers, the public hearing was closed. Vice Mayor Bennett, on a motion seconded by Council Member Milteer, moved to approve the ordinance, as presented: AYES: Mayor L. Johnson, Vice Mayor Bennett, and Council Members Duman, Fawcett, Goldberg, T. Johnson, Milteer and Ward 8 NAYS: None 0 AN ORDINANCE TO REZONE AND AMEND THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF SUFFOLK TO CHANGE THE ZONING FROM B-2, GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT, TO RU, RESIDENTIAL URBAN ZONING DISTRICT, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 117 AND 119 C STREET, ZONING MAP 36A, PARCELS 202A*1 AND 202B*1, AND A PORTION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1214 PORTSMOUTH BOULEVARD, ZONING MAP 36A, PARCEL 191*195; RZN2018-020 (CONDITIONAL) Public Hearing – An ordinance to rezone and amend the official zoning map of the City of Suffolk, to change the zoning from M-2, Heavy Industrial zoning district, to RE, Rural Estate zoning district, for property located at the intersection between Indian Trail and Deer Path Road, Zoning Map 33, Parcel 8B; RZN2019-003 Utilizing a PowerPoint presentation, Planning and Community Development Director Hainley supplied a synopsis of the background information as printed in the official agenda. Thomas Moore, 330 West Washington Street, Chorey and Associates, representing Barry Hathaway, applicant, spoke in support of the proposed ordinance, as presented. Hearing no additional speakers, the public hearing was closed. Council Member Johnson asked if there is going to be a requirement for Allied Concrete, which is a business near the parcel under consideration, to make any improvements to their property. Planning and Community Development Director Hainley explained that the parcel is separate from the one under consideration, however, Allied Concrete will be required to make some improvements to their property. 7 City Council Regular Meeting August 21, 2019 Council Member Johnson, on a motion seconded by Council Member Duman, moved to approve the ordinance, as presented: AYES: Mayor L. Johnson, Vice Mayor Bennett, and Council Members Duman, Fawcett, Goldberg, T. Johnson, Milteer and Ward 8 NAYS: None 0 AN ORDINANCE TO REZONE AND AMEND THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF SUFFOLK, TO CHANGE THE ZONING FROM M-2, HEAVY INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT, TO RE, RURAL ESTATE ZONING DISTRICT, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE INTERSECTION BETWEEN INDIAN TRAIL AND DEER PATH ROAD, ZONING MAP 33, PARCEL 8B; RZN2019-003 City Council recessed at 9:01 p.m. and reconvened at 9:06 p.m. Public Hearing – An ordinance to grant a Conditional Use Permit to establish a day care, family day home, 5 to 12 children, on property located at 4576 Magnolia Drive, Zoning Map 13C(7), Parcel 609; CUP2019-004 Utilizing a PowerPoint presentation, Planning and Community Development Director Hainley submitted a review of the background information as printed in the official agenda. Hearing no speakers, the public hearing was closed. Council Member Milteer, on a motion seconded by Council Member Ward, moved to approve the ordinance, with conditions, as presented: AYES: Mayor L. Johnson, Vice Mayor Bennett, and Council Members Duman, Fawcett, Goldberg, T. Johnson, Milteer and Ward 8 NAYS: None 0 AN ORDINANCE TO GRANT A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ESTABLISH A DAY CARE, FAMILY DAY HOME, 5 TO 12 CHILDREN, ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4576 MAGNOLIA DRIVE, ZONING MAP 13C(7), PARCEL 609; CUP2019-004 Public Hearing – An ordinance to grant a Conditional Use Permit to establish Parking, commercial (not owned or operated by a public agency), on a portion of property fronting Burbage Drive, Zoning Map 6, Parcel 12D; CUP2019-010 Utilizing a PowerPoint presentation, Planning and Community Development Director Hainley offered a summary of the background information as printed in the official agenda. John Wright, 28 Blackwell Park Lane, Warrenton, Virginia, Bohler Engineering, representing Evan Foster, Chick-fil-a, Incorporated, applicant, spoke in support of the proposed ordinance, with conditions, as presented. Hearing no additional speakers, the public hearing was closed. 8 City Council Regular Meeting August 21, 2019 Council Member Ward, on a motion seconded by Council Member Fawcett, moved to approve the ordinance, with conditions, as presented: AYES: Mayor L. Johnson, Vice Mayor Bennett, and Council Members Duman, Fawcett, Goldberg, T. Johnson, Milteer and Ward 8 NAYS: None 0 AN ORDINANCE TO GRANT A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ESTABLISH PARKING, COMMERCIAL (NOT OWNED OR OPERATED BY A PUBLIC AGENCY), ON A PORTION OF PROPERTY FRONTING BURBAGE DRIVE, ZONING MAP 6, PARCEL 12D; CUP2019-010 ORDINANCES Ordinance – An ordinance authorizing payment of Police Officer Bonuses City Manager Roberts gave a synopsis on the background information as printed in the official agenda. Council Member Fawcett, on a motion seconded by Vice Mayor Bennett, moved to approve the ordinance, as presented. Council Member Duman called for an update in six months regarding the effectiveness of the program. City Manager Roberts replied in the affirmative. Council Member Fawcett, on a motion seconded by Vice Mayor Bennett, moved to approve the ordinance, as presented, by the following vote: AYES: Mayor L. Johnson, Vice Mayor Bennett, and Council Members Duman, Fawcett, Goldberg, T. Johnson, Milteer and Ward 8 NAYS: None 0 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING PAYMENT OF POLICE OFFICER BONUSES Ordinance – An ordinance to amend Chapter 86 of the Code of the City of Suffolk, Virginia by repealing and reenacting Chapter 86, Article IX, Section 86-501, concerning the operation of motorboats and no wake zones Utilizing a PowerPoint presentation, Deputy City Manager D. Scott Mills submitted a synopsis of the background information as printed in the official agenda. Referring to the presentation, Council Member Goldberg asked if the distance and the time that it take to get into the main body of water was taken under consideration in the preparation of the proposed ordinance. Deputy City Manager Mills explained that those matters will be taken under consideration. Council Member Fawcett moved to approve the ordinance, as presented. The motion failed to receive a second. 9 City Council Regular Meeting August 21, 2019 Referring to the presentation, Council Member Duman called for an explanation about the fee associated with a no wake zone sign, in the event that a resident requests a no wake zone. Deputy City Manager Mills stated that the language in the proposed ordinance is similar to the ordinance in Gloucester County. Referring to the presentation, Council Member Duman opined about an application fee for a resident’s request for a no wake zone. Vice Mayor Bennett opined about the City’s responsibility for adding more wake zones for those property owners with piers and boats on the review. City Manager Roberts advised that the installation of a no wake zone sign should be at the cost of the applicant, as the body of water is a public resource. City Attorney Holland explained that the proposed ordinance includes the fee for a resident generated request for the establishment of a no wake zone in accordance with the language in the State Code. Council Member Duman asked if the City has to charge in the event of a resident generated no wake zone. City Attorney Holland reiterated that the proposed ordinance includes the fee for a resident generated request for the establishment of a no wake zone. Mayor Johnson queried about an application fee for a resident generated request for the establishment of a no wake zone. Deputy City Manager Mills indicated that at this time, there is no such fee. He added that matter will be researched during the preparation of the Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021. Council Member Fawcett, on a motion seconded by Council Member Goldberg, moved to approve the ordinance, as presented. Council Member Fawcett called for information about the two pending no wake zone applications. City Manager Roberts explained two applications that have already been submitted from residents for the establishment of no wake zones and will be processed administratively, without fees. Council Member Fawcett, on a motion seconded by Council Member Goldberg, moved to approve the ordinance, as presented, by the following vote: AYES: Mayor L. Johnson, Vice Mayor Bennett, and Council Members Duman, Fawcett, Goldberg, T. Johnson, Milteer and Ward 8 NAYS: None 0 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 86 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SUFFOLK, VIRGINIA BY REPEALING AND REENACTING CHAPTER 86, ARTICLE IX, SECTION 86-501, CONCERNING THE OPERATION OF MOTORBOATS AND NO WAKE ZONES RESOLUTIONS Resolution – A resolution adopting an amendment to the City of Suffolk Financial Policies City Manager Roberts supplied a summation of the background information as printed in the official agenda. 10 City Council Regular Meeting August 21, 2019 Members of City Council opined about the proposed resolution. Council Member Fawcett, on a motion seconded by Vice Mayor Bennett, moved to approve the resolution, as presented, by the following vote: AYES: Mayor L. Johnson, Vice Mayor Bennett and Council Members Duman, Fawcett, Goldberg, Milteer and Ward 7 NAYS: Council Member T. Johnson 1 A RESOLUTION ADOPTING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF SUFFOLK FINANCIAL POLICIES STAFF REPORTS There were no items under this portion of the agenda. MOTIONS Motion – A motion to schedule a City Council Work Session for Wednesday, September 4, 2019, at 4:00 p.m., unless cancelled Vice Mayor Bennett, on a motion seconded by Council Member Johnson, moved to schedule a City Council Work Session for Wednesday, September 4, 2019, unless cancelled, by the following vote: AYES: Mayor L. Johnson, Vice Mayor Bennett, and Council Members Duman, Fawcett, Goldberg, T. Johnson, Milteer and Ward 8 NAYS: None 0 Kelly Hengler, 9345 Eclipse Drive, representing Crittenden, Eclipse, and Hobson Heritage Civic League, opined about the environmental issues in the historical villages. NEW BUSINESS City Clerk Dawley presented the following board and commission nominations for City Council’s consideration: Fine Arts Commission – Marion Lovelace; Planning Commission – Oliver Creekmore; Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority Board of Commissioners – Ben Fitzgerald, Regina Hall (public housing representative); Deborah Hudson and Anthony Parker. Council Member Duman, on a motion seconded by Council Member Goldberg, moved to nominate and appoint the above referenced individuals to the aforementioned bodies, by the following vote: AYES: Mayor L. Johnson, Vice Mayor Bennett, and Council Members Duman, Fawcett, Goldberg, T. Johnson, Milteer and Ward 8 NAYS: None 0 Council Member Fawcett, on a motion seconded by Council Member Duman, moved that the motion to put the matter of RZN2018-017 on the table until the January 15, 2020, City Council meeting be rescinded and placed on the September 4, 2019, City Council meeting agenda. 11 City Council Regular Meeting August 21, 2019 Referring to the motion, Vice Mayor Bennett asked if this would allow staff enough time to prepare the staff report on this matter. City Manager Roberts said that a new proffer statement was submitted by the applicant, and that there is enough time to adequately issue a new staff report. He added that the new staff report will not include any updates on school infrastructure or student generation rate. Council Member Fawcett, on a motion seconded by Council Member Duman, moved that the motion to put the matter of RZN2018-017 on the table until the January 15, 2020, City Council meeting be rescinded and placed on the September 4, 2019, City Council meeting agenda, by the following vote: AYES: Mayor L. Johnson, Vice Mayor Bennett, and Council Members Duman, Fawcett, Goldberg, T. Johnson, Milteer and Ward 8 NAYS: None 0 ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMENTS Utilizing a PowerPoint presentation, Media and Community Relations Assistant Director Timothy Kelley reported on the following: ribbon cutting for Refined Relics Antique and Salvage, Starbucks, and Shine Hair Design Pin Ups Salon; the appointment of Public Works Director L.J. Hansen; National Night Out; the Teen Summit sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department; the public information meeting regarding the Bennetts Pasture Road and Nansemond Parkway intersection improvements project; and the City’s observance of Labor Day. Council Member Johnson recognized newly appointed Public Works Director L.J. Hansen and Jennifer Brown’s receipt of the 2019 Donna G. Cote Librarian of the Year Award from the Awards and Recognition Committee of the Virginia Library Association. Council Member Johnson reported he attended the New Teacher Breakfast. Council Member Johnson recognized Kimberly Katula, Holy Neck Christian Church Suffolk National Night Out Coordinator and Media and Community Relations Director Diana Klink for their contributions to National Night Out. Council Member Johnson recognized the following: Benji Salerno on earning his Eagle Scout designation; Dr. L.D. Britt on his receipt of the Rotary Club First Citizen Award; Tom Williams on his retirement from Suffolk Quality Cleaners and Steve Patterson on being named the City of Franklin’s Police Chief. Council Member Ward opined about Steve Patterson being named the City of Franklin’s Police Chief. Council Member Ward recognized Media and Community Relations Director Diana Klink for her contributions to National Night Out. Council Member Duman opined about the full accreditation status of the entire Suffolk Public School System. Council Member Duman recognized Dr. L.D. Britt on his receipt of the Rotary Club First Citizen Award. 12 City Council Regular Meeting August 21, 2019 Council Member Duman opined about a joint program with the Suffolk Humane Society and the Suffolk Public Library. Council Member Duman opined about National Night Out. Council Member Duman recognized Steve Patterson being named the City of Franklin’s Police Chief. Council Member Duman reported he attended the following: the Nansemond Indian Pow Wow; the New Teacher Breakfast and the National Night Out Community Appreciation Ceremony. Council Member Duman opined about the following upcoming events: the Suffolk Humane Society Mutt Strut and the Shrimp Feast. Council Member Milteer recognized the full accreditation status of the entire Suffolk Public School system. Council Member Milteer opined about the need for raises in the salary of City Council Members during the Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021. Council Member Fawcett reported he attended following: all of the Suffolk Sister Cities Oderzo activities; the ribbon cutting for Park 216 Apartments; National Night Out; the Senior Citizens Public Safety Academy Graduation; the ribbon cuttings for Starbucks and Shine Hair Design and the installation of City of Franklin’s Police Chief Steven Patterson. Council Member Fawcett opined about the upcoming Shrimp Feast. Council Member Goldberg opined about Dr. L.D. Britt’s receipt of the Suffolk Rotary Club First Citizen Award. Council Member Goldberg announced he attended the New Teacher Breakfast and all of the Suffolk Sister Cities Oderzo activities. Vice Mayor Bennett acknowledged the appointment of Public Works Director L.J. Hansen and City of Franklin’s Police Chief Steven Patterson. Vice Mayor Bennett recognized the full accreditation status of the entire Suffolk Public School system. Vice Mayor Bennett opined about the ordinance authorizing payment of Police Officer Bonuses. Vice Mayor Bennett encouraged residents to attend the Boys and Girls Club of Southeast Virginia- Suffolk Unit Oyster Roast. Mayor Johnson recognized the full accreditation status of the entire Suffolk Public School System. Mayor Johnson acknowledged the appointment of Public Works Director L.J. Hansen. Mayor Johnson opined about National Night Out. Mayor Johnson opined about Dr. L.D. Britt’s receipt of the Suffolk Rotary Club First Citizen Award. 13 City Council Regular Meeting August 21, 2019 Mayor Johnson encouraged residents to attend the upcoming Taste of Suffolk. Mayor Johnson opined about the appointment of the City of Franklin’s Police Chief Steven Patterson. Council Member Fawcett, on a motion seconded by Council Member Ward, moved to adjourn, by the following vote: AYES: Mayor L. Johnson, Vice Mayor Bennett, and Council Members Duman, Fawcett, Goldberg, T. Johnson, Milteer and Ward 8 NAYS: None 0 There being no further business to come before City Council, the regular meeting was adjourned at 10:17 p.m. Teste: ________________________________________________ Erika S. Dawley, MMC, City Clerk Approved: ____________________________________________ Linda T. Johnson, Mayor APPROVED: SEPTEMBER 18, 2019 14