City Council Work Sessions

City Council Work Session December 20, 2017 Work Session of the Suffolk City Council was held in the City Council Chamber, 442 West Washington Street, on Wednesday, December 20, 2017, 5:30 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 THE POINT AT HARBOUR VIEW UPDATE Utilizing a PowerPoint presentation, Economic Development Director Kevin Hughes provided a review of the above referenced item. Referring to the presentation, Council Member Duman queried about the need to change the description of the City’s Mixed Use Development zoning designation in order to accommodate the proposed Innovation District. Economic Development Director Kevin Hughes explained there would not be a need to change the zoning designation as it is a matter of semantics. Referring to the presentation, Council Member Ward opined about the concerns raised by residents near the property under consideration. Economic Development Director Hughes indicated that it is a matter of educating the public, and staff will work with all concerned stakeholders to address inquires as needed. The Work Session adjourned at 6:30 p.m. Teste: _____________________________________________ Erika S. Dawley, MMC, City Clerk Approved: _________________________________________ Linda T. Johnson, Mayor APPROVED: FEBRUARY 7, 2018 1