Chesapeake public meetings in 2024

Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board (CBPA)

The Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board met to review a request for an after-the-fact exception at 3905 Raleigh Court. The board voted 5-0 to continue the request for 30 days to the January hearing. The election of officers was also continued to January 15, 2025.

• PLN-CBPA-2024-013: Request for after-the-fact exception for a block wall, accessory structure, and fill material at 3905 Raleigh Court
• Proposed 1,336 square feet of additional impervious area at 3905 Raleigh Court
• Proposed 10,663 square feet of disturbed land area at 3905 Raleigh Court

The Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board met on December 18, 2024, and approved the minutes from the October 16 meeting. The only substantive item, an after-the-fact exception for construction at 3905 Raleigh Court, was continued to the January 15, 2025 meeting because the applicant's agent was delayed. The board also continued the election of officers to the same date.

• Approved October 16, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Continued PLN-CBPA-2024-013 (after-the-fact exception at 3905 Raleigh Court) to Jan. 15, 2025 (5-0)
• Continued election of officers to Jan. 15, 2025 (5-0)

Citizen Advisory Committee to the CLBA

The committee will review the Executive Director's report and updates from the Board of Directors. Members will discuss recommendations for committee action and property suggestions for the Board of Directors.

• Executive Director Report
• Recommendations for CAC Action
• Property suggestions for Board of Directors

The Citizen Advisory Committee voted to recommend several properties for further investigation by the Land Bank Authority Board, including 1020 George Washington Highway, a parcel across from Purple Reign, and 3504 Old Mill Rd. The committee also approved inquiring about Beasley Market in Indian River. No final property acquisitions were approved; the recommendations are for the Board to consider.

• Recommended 1020 George Washington Highway for further investigation
• Recommended parcel across from Purple Reign for further investigation
• Recommended 3504 Old Mill Rd for further investigation
• Approved inquiry into Beasley Market in Indian River
• Approved agenda unanimously
• Approved minutes from last meeting

Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare (CIBH) Board of Directors

The Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare Board of Directors will meet to select a Nominating Committee. The board will also review agency, financial, and program reports.

• Selection of a Nominating Committee
• Approval of minutes from September 9, October 21, and November 18, 2024
• Review of December 2024 Financial Report
• Review of December 2024 Agency Report
• Review of December 2024 Program Highlights

The Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare Board of Directors met on December 9, 2024, but lacked a quorum, so no formal decisions or votes were made. The board discussed building renovations at 224 Great Bridge Boulevard, reviewed the financial report through October 2024, and noted the upcoming VACSB Legislative Conference. Two members were selected for the Nominating Committee.

• No quorum present; no formal votes taken
• Jenny Stafford and Chrissy Nieves selected for Nominating Committee
• Noted bathroom and break room renovations at 224 Great Bridge Boulevard nearing completion
• Discussed financial report through October 2024, including vacancy rate impact

Board of Historic & Architectural Review

The Board of Historic and Architectural Review will hold a regular meeting with routine items including approval of minutes and committee reports. The main discussion item is an update from planning staff on the South Norfolk Design Guidelines. No regular agenda items are scheduled, and the public may provide input.

• Discussion of South Norfolk Design Guidelines Update
• Administrative approvals (details not specified in agenda)
• Zoning report (details not specified in agenda)
• Public input period

The Board of Historic and Architectural Review voted to support the current draft of the HARB Design Guidelines, with a note to further review the solar panel section. The board also approved the November 7, 2024 meeting minutes and discussed potential future updates to by-laws, including remote attendance.

• Approved November 7, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Supported current draft of HARB Design Guidelines with note to review solar panel section (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Parks, Recreation & Tourism Advisory Board

This is a mostly procedural meeting of the Parks, Recreation and Tourism Advisory Board. The primary substantive item is a proposal to move the January meeting from January 2 to January 16. The board will also hear staff reports and discuss board member appreciation.

• Approval of moving January meeting from January 2 to 16
• Staff presentation on public information by Lynn Jordan
• Tourism report and parks/recreation reports
• General hearing of citizens

The board unanimously approved moving its next meeting from January 2 to January 16, 2025, to accommodate a presentation on the PRT Master Plan. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports, announcements, and citizen comments.

• Approved moving next meeting to January 16, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)

Chesapeake Land Bank Authority

The Chesapeake Land Bank Authority will meet to approve previous minutes, hear the treasurer’s and executive director’s reports, and receive a strategic plan update. A key item is the South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program, specifically addressing a property at 1423 Rodgers Street. Committee reports and public remarks are also on the agenda.

• Approval of November 6, 2024 minutes
• Treasurer’s Report
• Executive Director’s Report
• Strategic Plan Update
• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program – Sheriff property at 1423 Rodgers Street

Stormwater Committee

This is a routine meeting of the Stormwater Committee. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes, citizen comments, and updates from Operations, Engineering, and Environmental Quality. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

Electoral Board

The Chesapeake Electoral Board met to prepare for and conduct a risk-limiting audit of recent election results. The audit followed State Board of Elections instructions and was completed at 11:45 a.m. without any issues.

• Risk-limiting audit of election results conducted at Chesapeake Court House
• Audit completed without incident following state instructions

Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare (CIBH) Board of Directors

The Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare Board of Directors will meet to conduct agency business. The board is scheduled to select a Nominating Committee and review financial and program reports.

• Selection of a Nominating Committee
• Approval of September 9, 2024, and October 21, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of November 2024 Financial Report
• Review of November 2024 Agency Report
• Review of November 2024 Program Highlights

Chesapeake Fine Arts Commission

The commission will hear committee reports on Chesapeake Arts Weekend and grants, receive an update from the Public Art Committee, and address any unfinished or new business. The December meeting has been cancelled; the next meeting is January 18, 2025.

• Committee reports on Chesapeake Arts Weekend and grants
• Update from the Public Art Committee
• Cancellation of the December 2024 meeting

Board of Historic & Architectural Review

The Board is reviewing requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for various residential properties. Decisions include new construction, siding replacements, and after-the-fact modifications to doors and windows.

• New construction of two-story homes at 1435 Seaboard Avenue and 1437 Seaboard Avenue
• New construction of a four-square style home at Tax Parcel 1270000004450
• Siding and window replacements at 1302 Jefferson Street
• After-the-fact door replacement at 1417 Seaboard Avenue
• After-the-fact window and porch board replacements at 1021 Park Avenue

Parks, Recreation & Tourism Advisory Board

The Parks, Recreation & Tourism Advisory Board will meet to discuss a proposal to rename Southwestern Park. The agenda also includes a staff presentation on instructional programs and various departmental reports.

• Proposal to rename Southwestern Park
• Staff presentation on instructional programs by Jessica Prichard

Chesapeake Land Bank Authority

The Board of Directors will meet to review a strategic plan proposal and property reports. The body will also discuss the South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program regarding three specific properties.

• Strategic Plan Proposal
• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program: 1329 Rodgers Street
• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program: 1326 Hull Street
• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program: 1331 Decatur Street

Electoral Board

The Chesapeake Electoral Board held a series of meetings from November 6 to 15, 2024, to conduct the official canvas of the November 2024 election. The Board checked precinct numbers, met with provisional voters, and reviewed provisional ballots, including same-day registrations. On November 15, the Board signed the completed abstracts and forwarded them to the state.

• Checked Election night precinct numbers
• Met with Provisional Voters as they arrived
• Reviewed non-same-day Provisional Ballots on November 8
• Reviewed Same Day Registration Provisional Ballots on November 12-14
• Signed and forwarded completed abstracts on November 15

Chesapeake Environmental Improvement Council

The Chesapeake Environmental Improvement Council discussed waste management projects and upcoming volunteer events. The council voted to send a letter of support for urban forestry to the legislative liaison and a summarized letter regarding environmental concerns in the Greenbrier Area Plan to the Planning Department.

• Approval of a letter of support for urban forestry for the legislative agenda
• Decision to send a summarized letter on Greenbrier Area Plan environmental concerns to the Planning Department by November 12
• Approval to move forward with the storm drain medallion project
• Report of approximately $20,000 remaining in the Litter Grant Fund
• Chesapeake Recycles Day scheduled for November 2 to collect hazardous waste, e-waste, and shredding

Bicycle / Trails Advisory Committee

The committee will review and discuss several ongoing initiatives including the Indian River Park subcommittee, trail priorities, and next steps for the Trail and Connectivity Plan. New business includes elections of officers and updates on Northwest River Park equestrian facilities. Staff reports from Parks, Recreation and Tourism, Public Works, and Planning are also scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural with no final votes or dollar amounts listed.

• Indian River Park subcommittee update
• Trail priorities discussion
• Trail and Connectivity Plan next steps
• Elections of officers
• Northwest River Park Equestrian Facilities update

Stormwater Committee

The Stormwater Committee meets to approve minutes from September, receive operations, engineering, and environmental quality updates, and address any new business. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific policy items or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from 9/23/24
• Operations Update
• Engineering Update
• Environmental Quality Update
• Citizen Comments

Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare (CIBH) Board of Directors

The Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare Board of Directors will meet to select a Nominating Committee. The board will also review agency, financial, and program reports.

• Selection of a Nominating Committee
• Review of financial reports as of July and August 2024
• Approval of September 9, 2024 meeting minutes

Chesapeake Fine Arts Commission

The Chesapeake Fine Arts Commission will hold its regular meeting on October 17, 2024. Members will hear committee reports on the Chesapeake Arts Weekend, grant updates, arts group liaison duties, and ongoing research for a dedicated funding source. No votes or binding decisions are on the agenda.

• Events committee report on Chesapeake Arts Weekend
• Grants committee update by Adrianna Rivera
• Arts Group Liaisons duties and assignments report
• Dedicated Funding Source Team research plan update

Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board (CBPA)

The Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board held a public hearing and took action on two applications. It approved the minutes from August 21, 2024. The board voted 7-0 to continue the after-the-fact exception for 3905 Raleigh Court for 60 days to the December hearing. It approved the exception for a swimming pool at 2865 Martins Point Way with a stipulation that the pool apron be constructed using permeable pavers.

• PLN-CBPA-2024-013: After-the-fact exception at 3905 Raleigh Court for a block wall, accessory structure, and fill within the RPA buffer (1,336 sf impervious, 10,663 sf disturbed) – continued 60 days.
• PLN-CBPA-2024-019: Exception at 2865 Martins Point Way for a swimming pool within the RPA buffer (806 sf impervious, 498 sf in RPA) – approved with permeable paver stipulation.
• Minutes from August 21, 2024, were approved.
• Applicant/agent for both cases was Hassell & Folkes, P.C.

Transportation Toll Facility Advisory Committee

This is a routine meeting of the Transportation Toll Facility Advisory Committee with procedural items: introductions, approval of minutes, and a review of the Chesapeake Transportation System Financial & Traffic Summary. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or policy changes are scheduled.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Chesapeake Transportation System Financial & Traffic Summary review
• New Business/Discussion
• Next meeting scheduled for January 9, 2025

Parks, Recreation & Tourism Advisory Board

The board will meet to receive a staff presentation on community centers from Jeff Pollard. The meeting also includes reports on tourism, parks, and recreation.

• Staff presentation on Community Centers by Jeff Pollard

Board of Historic & Architectural Review

The Board of Historic and Architectural Review will consider a certificate of appropriateness for an after-the-fact replacement of a wooden door with a steel door at 1417 Seaboard Avenue. Planning staff notes the new door is an inappropriate style for the historic district, but the owner states the original door was rotted and unsafe, and the new design matches many neighboring properties.

• After-the-fact review of steel door replacement at 1417 Seaboard Avenue (PLN-CAPP-2024-111)
• Property is a contributing structure (built 1926) in South Norfolk Local Historic District
• Owner replaced rotted wooden half-lite door with steel door with semi-circle lites, painted Van Deusen Blue
• Staff recommends against approval, citing historic design guidelines
• Owner lists 17 similar doors on nearby streets to support compatibility

Chesapeake Land Bank Authority

The agenda text provided for the October 2, 2024, meeting of the Chesapeake Land Bank Authority consists of numeric codes and slashes, with no discernible agenda items. It is not possible to identify any decisions, proposals, or discussions from this encoding.

Chesapeake Environmental Improvement Council

The Chesapeake Environmental Improvement Council voted to approve a landscaping grant for Las Gaviotas and amended the rule to allow future grants for businesses and schools. The council also discussed the Chesapeake Healthy Landscapes initiative nearing approval, a $20,000 litter grant fund for storm drain medallions, and a $15,000 Chesapeake Bay Foundation grant for oyster cages and education. Reports covered upcoming volunteer events, committee restructuring, and Tree Board legislative agenda plans.

• Las Gaviotas landscaping grant approved with amendment to add businesses and schools to eligible properties
• Chesapeake Healthy Landscapes initiative in final approval stage
• Litter Grant Fund has approximately $20,000 remaining for storm drain medallion equipment
• Chesapeake Bay Foundation awarded a $15,000 grant for environmental education and oyster cages
• Chesapeake Celebrates Trees event on September 28 includes tree planting at City Hall

Bicycle / Trails Advisory Committee

The Bicycle/Trails Advisory Committee will consider unfinished business on the Trails and Connectivity Plan and receive a Planning Commission update. The committee will also nominate officers and address vacancies. The meeting includes staff reports from Parks, Public Works, and Planning.

• Unfinished business: Trails and Connectivity Plan
• New business: Planning Commission update
• New business: Nomination for officers
• New business: Vacancies on the committee
• Approval of minutes from April and July meetings

Stormwater Committee

The committee will meet to receive operational, engineering, and environmental quality updates. The agenda consists of procedural items and general reports.

• Approval of August 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Operations Update
• Engineering Update
• Environmental Quality Update

Chesapeake Fine Arts Commission

The commission will hear routine reports from committees on events, grants, fundraising, and city venues, along with updates from fellow art groups. The agenda contains no specific proposals, votes, or decisions.

• Committee reports: Events, Grants, Fundraising, City Venues
• Fellow Art Group Relationship Reports: Public Art Committee & 9/11 Memorial Committee, Arts Alive!
• Unfinished business and new business items
• City business update from PR&T Director

Chesapeake City Council Audit Committee

The Audit Committee reviews status of multiple audits including healthcare claims, public utilities, payroll, and city-wide risk assessment. The healthcare claims audit identified approximately $112,000 in recoverable funds with an additional $11,000 potentially recoverable, and the committee recommends continuing annual healthcare audits. Other items include a proposal to reinstate the Performance Auditor position in FY2026 and progress on various audits.

• Healthcare Claims Audit: $112,000 recoverable, $11,000 potentially recoverable; awaiting Sentara's response.
• Public Utilities Billing and Collections audit pending HRSD leadership approval for system access.
• Timekeeping and Payroll audit postponed until after external audit completion in December 2025.
• Proposal to reinstate Performance Auditor position in FY2026 as part of budget reduction completion.
• Treasurer's Turnover Audits: 6/30/2023 audit completed; 12/6/2023 audit nearing completion.

The Audit Committee reviewed the status of multiple ongoing audits, including a healthcare claims audit that identified approximately $112,000 in recoverable funds, with an additional $11,000 potentially recoverable. The committee discussed progress on public utilities, timekeeping, payroll, and other audits, and approved the minutes from the July 9, 2024 meeting. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved minutes from July 9, 2024 meeting
• Reviewed healthcare claims audit findings identifying ~$112K recoverable funds
• Discussed plan to revise right-to-audit restrictions before new Sentara contract in December 2025
• Noted Billing and Collections Audit pending HRSD data access approval
• Discussed reinstating Performance Auditor position in FY2026 budget
• Noted Treasurer's Turnover Audit (June 30, 2023) completed and filed
• Requested additional audit review of real estate tax exemptions for surviving spouses of line-of-duty deaths

Board of Historic & Architectural Review

The Board of Historic and Architectural Review is meeting to consider after-the-fact modifications to two properties. The board will review requests to approve railing installations and window and chimney removals that were completed without prior authorization.

• 1214 Chesapeake Avenue: After-the-fact porch railing and booster rail installation
• 1138 Seaboard Avenue: After-the-fact removal of window awnings, porch enclosure reinstallation, and chimney replacement with a faux chimney

The Board of Historic and Architectural Review approved two applications for after-the-fact work on properties. The first, at 1214 Chesapeake Avenue, allows a porch railing modification with specific conditions. The second, at 1138 Seaboard Avenue, approves removal of window awnings, reinstallation of a porch enclosure, and replacement of a chimney with a faux version. Both motions passed unanimously (3-0).

• Approved 1214 Chesapeake Avenue porch railing modification with conditions (3-0)
• Approved 1138 Seaboard Avenue awning removal, porch enclosure, and faux chimney (3-0)

Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare (CIBH) Board of Directors

The board will consider a consent agenda to approve minutes from July and August 2024 meetings. A presentation of an award from the Chesapeake Police Department to Licensed Program Supervisor Jennifer Modica is scheduled. Directors will give reports on agency operations, finances, and program highlights. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions.

• Approval of minutes from July 8 and August 12, 2024
• Presentation of Chesapeake Police Department award to Jennifer Modica
• Agency report (AGENCY REPORT 09-2024.PDF)
• Financial report
• Program highlights (PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS 09-2024.PDF)

The Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare Board of Directors met on September 9, 2024, and took no formal votes or decisions. The board discussed upcoming events and program updates, including the VACSB Public Policy Conference, plans to hire a senior clinician as a Court Coordinator, and results from a Mobile Crisis pilot program. The financial report was deferred until city figures are available.

• Approved agenda and minutes from 07-08-2024 and 08-12-2024 meetings (unanimous)
• Discussed VACSB Public Policy Conference (Oct 2-4, Roanoke) — no action
• Discussed intent to hire senior clinician as Court Coordinator — no action
• Noted Mobile Crisis pilot results: 93% stabilized without hospital ED — no action
• Deferred financial report until city figures available — no action

Parks, Recreation & Tourism Advisory Board

This is a routine procedural meeting of the Parks, Recreation and Tourism Advisory Board. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes, a staff presentation on accounting and finance, and various reports. No specific decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Staff presentation on accounting/finance by LaShawn Robinson
• Approval of minutes from August meeting
• Reports from ex-officio, tourism, parks and recreation, and director updates

The Parks, Recreation and Tourism Advisory Board met on September 5, 2024, and unanimously approved the previous meeting's minutes. No public comments were heard, and no new business was discussed. The board received informational updates from staff and ex-officio members on topics such as park construction, tourism initiatives, and upcoming events. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Historic & Architectural Review

The Board approved two after-the-fact applications: one for a porch railing at 1214 Chesapeake Avenue with specific conditions, and another for awning removal, porch enclosure reinstallation, and chimney replacement at 1138 Seaboard Avenue. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only routine approvals and informational updates.

• Approved porch railing modification at 1214 Chesapeake Ave with conditions (3-0)
• Approved awning removal, porch enclosure, and chimney replacement at 1138 Seaboard Ave (3-0)
• Approved minutes from Aug 1 and Aug 15 meetings (3-0)

Chesapeake Land Bank Authority

The Chesapeake Land Bank Authority Board of Directors will hold a meeting to approve prior minutes, receive the Treasurer's and Executive Director's reports, and discuss property reports. The primary business is review of the South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program, including specific property applications at 1330 Hull Street, 1001 Holly Avenue, 1100 Rodgers Street, 1125 Seaboard Avenue, and 1013 Holly Avenue. The board will also hear city staff and legal updates and accept public remarks.

• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program applications for five properties (Reeves, Grimes, Blackburn, Nettesheim, Schreiber)
• Treasurer’s Report and Executive Director’s Report
• Property Reports and City Staff Updates
• Legal Updates and Additional Discussions
• Next meeting scheduled for October 2, 2024 at 555 Belaire Avenue

The Chesapeake Land Bank Authority approved a sales agreement with the City of Chesapeake to purchase 3703 Bainbridge Boulevard and authorized the executive director to negotiate a contract for its sale to Silvia Valenzuela. The board also approved several South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program applications, including two with modifications, and approved the minutes of the August 7, 2024 meeting. No public remarks were made.

• Approved minutes of August 7, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved sales agreement with City of Chesapeake to purchase 3703 Bainbridge Boulevard (unanimous)
• Authorized Executive Director to negotiate contract for sale of 3703 Bainbridge Boulevard to Silvia Valenzuela (unanimous)
• Approved with modification grant application at 1330 Hull Street (unanimous)
• Approved grant application at 1001 Holly Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved grant application at 1100 Rodgers Street (unanimous)
• Approved grant application at 1125 Seaboard Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved with modification grant application at 1013 Holly Avenue (unanimous, with one abstention)

Chesapeake Environmental Improvement Council

The Chesapeake Environmental Improvement Council will consider and vote on a License Plate Fund Project, discuss collaboration with the Stormwater Committee and NEMAC regarding the Urban Forest Management Plan, and receive updates on the Greenbrier Area Plan Letter and committee reports. The meeting also includes announcements, approval of June meeting minutes, and planning for upcoming volunteer events.

• Vote on License Plate Fund Project
• Collaboration with Stormwater Committee and NEMAC on UFMP
• Greenbrier Area Plan Letter update
• CEIC member openings discussion
• Volunteer events: International Coastal Cleanups (Sept 28), Chesapeake Celebrates Trees (Sept 28), Farmers Market (Oct-Nov)

Stormwater Committee

The Stormwater Committee will meet to review minutes from June and July 2024. The agenda consists of operational, engineering, and environmental quality updates.

• Approval of June 24, 2024, and July 22, 2024, meeting minutes
• Operations Update
• Engineering Update
• Environmental Quality Update

Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board (CBPA)

The Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board reviewed two applications for exceptions to build within Resource Protection Area buffers. One request was approved with planting stipulations, while another was continued for 60 days for site plan revisions.

• Approved exception for 308 square feet of impervious area for an accessory structure at 1601 Kingfisher Court
• Continued request for 60 days for a block wall and accessory structure at 3905 Raleigh Court

The Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board approved an exception for an accessory structure at 1601 Kingfisher Court with conditions, and continued a separate after-the-fact exception request for 3905 Raleigh Court for 60 days to allow the applicant to submit a revised plan. The board also approved the June 20, 2024 minutes.

• Approved PLN-CBPA-2024-016 (1601 Kingfisher Court) with stipulation to relocate shrubs and keep canopy tree in RMA
• Continued PLN-CBPA-2024-013 (3905 Raleigh Court) for 60 days to October 16, 2024, for revised plan
• Approved June 20, 2024 minutes by unanimous consent

Board of Historic & Architectural Review

The Board of Historic and Architectural Review will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for an after-the-fact replacement of a standing seam metal roof with a 5V crimp 26-gauge metal roof in silver at 1207 Ohio Street, a contributing structure in the South Norfolk Local Historic District. Planning staff found the proposal consistent with historic design guidelines. A $42,857 estimate from Mighty Dog Roofing is included in the record.

• Review of after-the-fact roof replacement at 1207 Ohio Street, a 1914 contributing structure in the South Norfolk Local Historic District
• Proposed roof material: 5V crimp 26-gauge metal roof in silver (replacing existing standing seam metal roof)
• Estimated cost from Mighty Dog Roofing: $42,857
• Applicant: Paul Robinson on behalf of property owner Mutual Investments LLC

Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare (CIBH) Board of Directors

This is a regular monthly meeting of the Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare Board of Directors. The board will approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive reports including a Mobile Crisis Unit and Marcus Alert update, a financial report, and program highlights. No major policy decisions or controversial items are on the agenda.

• Presentation of award from Chesapeake Police Department to Jennifer Modica, Licensed Program Supervisor
• Mobile Crisis Unit and Marcus Alert Update by Director Michelle Bradstock
• Approval of minutes from July 8, 2024 meeting
• Financial report for August 2024
• Program highlights report

The Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare Board of Directors met on Aug. 12, 2024, but took no formal votes or decisions. The board heard that the Psychosocial Rehabilitation Program relocation to 840 Greenbrier Circle is complete and services resumed Aug. 7, with hours changing Sept. 3. The Community Options Program moved to 1013 Great Bridge Boulevard. The board also discussed upcoming advocacy efforts with the Virginia Association of Community Services Boards.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at meeting
• Noted Psychosocial Rehabilitation Program relocation to 840 Greenbrier Circle complete
• Noted Community Options Program moved to 1013 Great Bridge Boulevard
• Discussed VACSB advocacy message for upcoming General Assembly session

Chesapeake Land Bank Authority

The Board of Directors will meet to discuss property reports and city staff updates. The meeting includes a review of the South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program for six specific properties.

• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program: 1203 Decatur Street
• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program: 1423 Rodgers Street
• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program: 1528 Chesapeake Avenue
• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program: 1100 Jackson Avenue
• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program: 1301 Ohio Street and 1330 Hull Street

Board of Historic & Architectural Review

The Board of Historic and Architectural Review will decide on several certificate-of-appropriateness applications for exterior changes in historic districts. The main item is a major renovation at 1100 Park Avenue involving roof, siding, windows, porch, and a parking pad, with staff noting the roof and front door are incompatible with design guidelines. Two after-the-fact applications involve window replacements at 1546 Jackson Avenue and 1203 Decatur Street. A presentation on the Comprehensive Plan Update will also be given.

• 1100 Park Avenue – extensive exterior alterations including metal roof replacement with architectural shingles, vinyl siding, window modifications, porch changes, front door replacement, and a gravel parking pad; staff report flags incompatibility with design guidelines.
• 1546 Jackson Avenue – after-the-fact replacement of 22 wooden windows with 15 4/1 and 7 6/1 vinyl windows.
• 1203 Decatur Street – after-the-fact removal and enclosure of two vinyl windows on an accessory structure in rear yard.
• Comprehensive Plan Update presentation under Old and New Business.

The Board approved three regular agenda items, including a major exterior renovation at 1100 Park Avenue, after-the-fact work at 1203 Decatur Street, and window replacement at 1546 Jackson Avenue. The Board also approved the July 3, 2024 minutes and moved remaining new business to the end of the agenda. No public input was received.

• Approved exterior renovation at 1100 Park Avenue (4-0)
• Approved after-the-fact window enclosure at 1203 Decatur Street (4-0)
• Approved after-the-fact window replacement at 1546 Jackson Avenue (4-0)
• Approved July 3, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Moved remaining new business to end of agenda (4-0)

Parks, Recreation & Tourism Advisory Board

The Parks, Recreation and Tourism Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting including approval of June minutes, reports from staff and liaisons, and a public hearing on athletic rules. The meeting is largely procedural with one public hearing item.

• Public hearing on athletic rules

The board unanimously approved the meeting minutes. The annual hearing for athletic rules was held, with a coach recommending changes to tackle football weight limits and playoff structure, but no formal action was taken on these recommendations. The board also decided to schedule a cleanup day for the advisory board tour on a separate date from the tour itself.

• Approved meeting minutes unanimously
• Scheduled advisory board cleanup for a separate date from the August 17 tour

Bicycle / Trails Advisory Committee

The Bicycle/Trails Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to address unfinished business, specifically comments on the Trails and Connectivity Plan. The agenda also includes announcements, roll call, and a citizen hearing period. No votes or new proposals are listed.

• Unfinished business: Trails and Connectivity Plan Comments

The Bicycle/Trails Advisory Committee unanimously approved writing a letter to Public Works supporting a separated path on the proposed grade-separated railroad crossing on Portlock Road. They also unanimously approved a letter of recommendation to the Planning Commission for the August 14 meeting, with feedback on the draft Trails and Connectivity Plan. No other substantive decisions were made; the April minutes were deferred to September.

• Approved letter to Public Works supporting separated path on Portlock Road crossing (unanimous)
• Approved letter of recommendation to Planning Commission for August 14 meeting (unanimous)

Stormwater Committee

The committee will meet to receive operations, engineering, and environmental quality updates. No specific projects or legislative actions are listed on the agenda.

Transportation Toll Facility Advisory Committee

The committee will review a financial and traffic summary for the Chesapeake Transportation System. Staff will also provide an update regarding SNJB.

• Chesapeake Transportation System Financial & Traffic Summary
• SNJB Update

Chesapeake Land Bank Authority

The Board will review redevelopment proposals for 2106 and 2112 Liberty St. The meeting includes updates on the South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program for properties on Decatur Street, Holly Avenue, and Park Avenue. Additionally, the Board will elect a new Treasurer.

• Redevelopment proposals for 2106 and 2112 Liberty St
• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program updates for 1203 Decatur Street, 1013 Holly Avenue, and 1120 Park Avenue
• Election of a Treasurer

Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare (CIBH) Board of Directors

The CIBH Board of Directors will meet to review agency reports, financial updates, and program highlights. The board is considering approval for revised charge schedules for behavioral health and Medicaid Waiver services.

• Revision of behavioral health service charges effective January 1, 2024
• Revision of Medicaid Waiver service charges effective July 1, 2024
• Review of agency, financial, and program reports

Board of Historic & Architectural Review

The Board will review several applications for exterior modifications to historic properties. These requests include installing solar panels, replacing roofs, and adding gutters or concrete pads.

• Proposed 20’ by 25’ concrete parking pad at 1501 Seaboard Avenue
• Installation of white K-style gutters at 1100 Jackson Avenue
• Request for up to six solar panels at 1214 Chesapeake Avenue
• Roof and window replacements at 1138 Seaboard Avenue
• After-the-fact metal roof replacement at 1334 Seaboard Avenue

Chesapeake Environmental Improvement Council

The Chesapeake Environmental Improvement Council will vote on a new slate of officers for the upcoming term. The agenda also includes updates regarding curbside recycling and the announcement of Notable Yards Contest winners.

• Vote on 2024/2025 officers: Amy Weber, Mike Hoffman, and Jared Hoernig
• Update on curbside recycling for July 9, 2024 City Council meeting
• Announcement of Notable Yards Contest winners
• Approval of May 22, 2024 meeting minutes

Stormwater Committee

The June 24, 2024, agenda for the Chesapeake Stormwater Committee contains only procedural items and departmental reports. The committee will review updates regarding operations, engineering, and environmental quality.

• Operations Update
• Engineering Update
• Environmental Quality Update

Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board (CBPA)

The Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board reviewed two applications involving resource protection area buffers. The board approved an after-the-fact exception for a deck and pool at 809 River Strand and a request to remove a water discharge stipulation at 960 Michael Drive.

• After-the-fact exception for a deck expansion and inground pool at 809 River Strand
• Removal of a septic pond water discharge stipulation for 960 Michael Drive
• Approval of April 17, 2024, meeting minutes

Chesapeake Fine Arts Commission

The Chesapeake Fine Arts Commission will review reports regarding the Chesapeake Arts Weekend and available grants. The commission also plans to nominate a leader for Arts Group Liaisons and conduct research for a Dedicated Funding Source Team.

• Chesapeake Arts Weekend event report
• Grants committee report
• Nomination of Arts Group Liaisons leader
• Research for Dedicated Funding Source Team

Electoral Board

The Chesapeake Electoral Board met to conduct the canvass of the June 18, 2024, Primary Election. Members approved previous meeting minutes and agreed to continue the process on June 24, 2024.

• Canvass of the June 18, 2024, Primary Election
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare (CIBH) Board of Directors

The CIBH Board of Directors will review the June 2024 agency report and financial report. The meeting includes a presentation from Infant and Toddler Connection of Chesapeake. The board will also approve minutes from the April 8, 2024 meeting.

• Presentation: Infant and Toddler Connection of Chesapeake
• Review of June 2024 Agency Report
• Review of Financial Report
• Approval of April 8, 2024 minutes
• Recovery Court Graduation on June 13, 2024

Parks, Recreation & Tourism Advisory Board

The agenda consists of procedural items and departmental reports. No specific projects or decisions are detailed in this document.

• Tourism Report
• Parks and Recreation Reports
• Director Updates

Board of Historic & Architectural Review

The Board is reviewing applications for exterior modifications to two residences on Jackson Avenue. Proposed work includes repainting, porch repairs, and column replacements.

• Repainting and porch overhang replacement at 1104 Jackson Avenue
• Front porch replacement and painting at 1033 Jackson Avenue

Chesapeake Land Bank Authority

The Chesapeake Land Bank Authority will review property reports and the South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program. The agenda includes discussions regarding properties at 1109 Holly Avenue and 1050 Chesapeake Avenue.

• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program: 1109 Holly Avenue
• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program: 1050 Chesapeake Avenue
• Treasurer's Report
• Executive Director's Report

Chesapeake Fine Arts Commission

The meeting agenda consists of routine committee and relationship reports. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed for discussion.

• Committee reports on events, grants, fundraising, and city venues
• Relationship reports from Public Art Committee and Arts Alive!

Citizen Advisory Committee to the CLBA

The Chesapeake Land Bank Authority Executive Director reported on several property updates, including a contract for 1317 Poindexter Street for $80,000. The committee discussed potential rezoning for 2112 Liberty Street and the future of Great Bridge Village parcels. Additionally, the CAC recommended redefining its purpose to provide more advice to the Board.

• Contract for 1317 Poindexter Street for $80,000
• Proposed rezoning of 2112 Liberty Street from B1 to R-8
• Approval of FY25 budget including $75k and $175k annual grants
• Plan to combine 13 parcels in Marsh View Farms for mixed-use development
• Recommendation to restructure the Citizen Advisory Committee's purpose

Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare (CIBH) Board of Directors

The Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare Board of Directors is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, including approval of the previous meeting's minutes, public comment, and director reports. The board will review the May 2024 financial report, program highlights, and calendar of events.

• Approval of minutes from April 8, 2024 meeting
• Review of May 2024 financial report
• Review of May 2024 program highlights
• Review of May 2024 calendar of events
• Review of 2024 committee assignments

Board of Historic & Architectural Review

The Board is reviewing applications for exterior changes to residential and commercial properties. Decisions include the installation of new storage tanks, window replacements, and new home construction.

• 1414 Guerriere Street: Proposal to remove and install underground storage tanks and a 6-foot brick structure
• 1546 Jackson Avenue: After-the-fact replacement of 24 6-over-1 wooden windows with vinyl windows
• 1232 Stewart Street: After-the-fact replacement of a door with a white 6-lite craftsman-style door
• 1413 Jackson Avenue: Installation of a stamped concrete paver-style walkway
• 1435 and 1437 Seaboard Avenue: New construction of two-story single-family homes

Parks, Recreation & Tourism Advisory Board

The Parks, Recreation and Tourism Advisory Board is meeting for a routine agenda including a staff presentation on Historical Services, approval of prior minutes, and reports from ex-officio members, tourism, parks and recreation, and the director. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Staff presentation on Historical Services by Jessica Cosmas
• Approval of minutes from April meeting
• General hearing of citizens
• Reports from ex-officio, tourism, parks and recreation, and director updates

Chesapeake Land Bank Authority

The Chesapeake Land Bank Authority board is meeting to approve minutes, receive treasurer and executive director reports, and discuss property reports. They will also review the South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program for a property at 1238 Chesapeake Ave, along with city staff and legal updates. The meeting includes a closed session and public remarks.

• Approval of April 3, 2024 minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Executive director's report
• Property reports
• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program: Smith – 1238 Chesapeake Ave

Bicycle / Trails Advisory Committee

The Bicycle/Trails Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss Bike Month 2024 events, including a proclamation, Bike Fest on May 5, and the Sunray Bike Tour on May 11. They will also review unfinished business like the Indian River Park subcommittee and a Planning Commission update, and consider new items such as a letter on the city budget and a sidewalk ranking program. The meeting includes routine items like roll call, approval of February minutes, and citizen comments.

• Bike Month Proclamation and events (Bike Fest May 5, Sunray Bike Tour May 11)
• Indian River Park subcommittee update
• Planning Commission update
• Letter on City Budget
• Sidewalk Ranking Program

Stormwater Committee

The committee will meet to review operations, engineering, and MS4 updates. The agenda consists of procedural items and general reports.

• Approval of March 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Operations Report
• Engineering Update
• MS4 Update

Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board (CBPA)

The Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board is holding a public hearing to consider a request to remove a stipulation from a prior determination for a property at 960 Michael Drive. The request was continued from a previous meeting to allow for an updated analytical report. The board will also approve minutes from its February 21, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing on PLN-CBPA-2024-008 to remove stipulation #2 from PLN-CBPA-2022-017 for 960 Michael Drive
• Applicant: Gediminas Garmus; Owner: GGRP Holdings LLC; Agent: Kimley-Horn
• Property: Parcel 1A, 22.3328 acres, Michael Drive Industrial Park, Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River watershed
• Request continued 60 days for updated analytical report
• Approval of minutes from February 21, 2024 meeting

Electoral Board

The Chesapeake Electoral Board met to finalize early voting arrangements for the Nov. 5 election. Members voted to recommend specific library and community center locations, plus a Sunday voting window at the Voter Registrar’s Office, to City Council for approval. These changes would determine where and when residents can cast ballots before Election Day.

• Recommend satellite voting sites for Nov. 5 election (Major Hillard Library, Indian River Library, Central Library, Cuffee Center, Western Branch Community Center)
• Approve Sunday early voting at the Voter Registrar’s Office on Oct. 6 from 2 PM to 4 PM
• Submit voting location recommendations to City Council with a two-week review window

Chesapeake Fine Arts Commission

The agenda consists of routine committee reports regarding events, grants, fundraising, and city venues. It also includes relationship reports from the Public Art Committee and Arts Alive!. No specific projects or decisions are listed in this document.

Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare (CIBH) Board of Directors

The Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare Board of Directors is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, hear public comment, and receive a presentation on the Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disability. The board will also review agency, financial, and program reports, and discuss the calendar of events.

• Presentation on Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disability by Andrea Lane, Program Supervisor
• Approval of minutes from March 11, 2024 meeting
• Financial report for April 2024
• Program highlights for April 2024
• Drug Court April graduation event

Board of Historic & Architectural Review

The Chesapeake Board of Historic and Architectural Review will hold a regular meeting on April 4, 2024, to review and vote on eight Certificate of Appropriateness applications for properties in the South Norfolk Local Historic District. The agenda includes items such as door replacements, siding replacement, roof work, driveway installation, and new home construction. The board will also hear a report on the Stewart Street Council appeal and receive legal and procedural guidance.

• 1301 Ohio Street: Replace front door with historic craftsman style door with 6-grid glass
• 1238 Chesapeake Avenue: Replace wooden siding with vinyl 'double 4' horizontal siding in forest green
• 1232 Seaboard Avenue: Remove chimney and enclose main roof with like shingles
• 1334 Seaboard Avenue: Install metal roof on front porch (after-the-fact)
• 1435 and 1437 Seaboard Avenue: New construction of two-story single-family homes with ribbon driveways

Parks, Recreation & Tourism Advisory Board

The Parks, Recreation and Tourism Advisory Board is meeting to hear a staff presentation on parks and outdoor programs, receive reports from ex-officio members, tourism, and parks and recreation, and address any unfinished or new business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items listed.

• Staff presentation on Parks and Outdoor Programs by Nakeisha Bridgers
• General hearing of citizens
• Ex-Officio, Tourism, and Parks and Recreation reports
• Director updates

Chesapeake Land Bank Authority

The Chesapeake Land Bank Authority board is meeting to approve minutes, receive the treasurer's and executive director's reports, and review property reports. They will also discuss the South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program, including specific properties, and receive updates from city staff and legal counsel. The meeting includes a closed session and public remarks.

• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program: Dixon – 1142 Jackson Avenue
• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program: Harkleroad – 1326 Hull Street
• Treasurer's Report – March
• Property Reports
• Approval of March 6, 2024 Minutes

Electoral Board

The Chesapeake Electoral Board met to discuss satellite early voting locations that will determine where residents can cast ballots before the November 5, 2024 general election. Library Director Amanda Jackson approved Central Library, Indian River Library, and Major Hillard Library for October 7 through November 2, with Western Branch Community Center added from October 21 through November 2. The board entered closed session to review a remediation plan for LESS and will continue discussing voting locations at its April 17 meeting.

• Satellite early voting sites for the November 5, 2024 general election
• Central Library, Indian River Library, and Major Hillard Library approved October 7–November 2
• Western Branch Community Center added as a site October 21–November 2
• Closed session to review the Remediation Plan for LESS
• Next meeting scheduled for April 17, 2024, at 10 AM

Bicycle / Trails Advisory Committee

The Bicycle/Trails Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the Trail and Connectivity Plan, the Industrial Waterfront Plan, and the Greenbrier Area Plan, as well as a sidewalk ranking program. They will also review event plans for 2024, including Bike Fest and the Sunray Bike Tour. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and hearing citizen comments.

• Trail and Connectivity Plan status update
• Greenbrier Area Plan discussion
• Sidewalk Ranking program
• 2024 event plans: Bike Month Proclamation, Bike Fest, Sunray Bike Tour
• Indian River Park subcommittee update

Stormwater Committee

The Chesapeake Stormwater Committee is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes, citizen comments, and reports from operations, engineering, and MS4 staff. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of meeting minutes from 2/26/24
• Citizen comments
• Operations report
• Engineering update
• MS4 update

Historic Preservation Commission

The Chesapeake Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to handle routine business including approving February minutes and hearing citizen comments. The main substantive item is a staff report on the South Norfolk Historic District Design Guidelines Draft, along with updates on the Historical Village at the Dismal Swamp, Virginia American Revolution 250 and Sail250, and the Queen City Survey.

• South Norfolk Historic District Design Guidelines Draft
• Historical Village at the Dismal Swamp update
• Virginia American Revolution 250 and Sail250 update
• Queen City Survey update
• Approval of February 2024 minutes

Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare (CIBH) Board of Directors

The Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare Board of Directors is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes from January and February 2024 meetings, hearing a presentation on Peer Recovery Services, and receiving committee, agency, and financial reports. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or contracts listed for action.

• Presentation on Peer Recovery Services
• Approval of minutes from January 8 and February 12, 2024 meetings
• 2024 Committee Assignments under Old Business
• Financial Report for March 2024
• Program Highlights for March 2024

Parks, Recreation & Tourism Advisory Board

The Parks, Recreation and Tourism Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business including approval of minutes, reports from staff and ex-officio members, and a staff presentation on special events. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Staff presentation on special events by Brittany Owens
• Approval of minutes from February meeting
• General hearing of citizens
• Reports from ex-officio, tourism, parks and recreation, and director updates

Board of Historic & Architectural Review

The Board is reviewing five applications for Certificates of Appropriateness for residential properties. Decisions will be made on exterior changes including siding, roofing, windows, and doors.

• 1232 Stewart Street: After-the-fact installation of 6 panel front door
• 1101 Holly Avenue: Installation of gate/trellis at front elevation
• 1238 Chesapeake Avenue: Replace wooden siding with forest green vinyl 'double 4' siding
• 1334 Seaboard Avenue: Installation of metal roof at front porch
• 1142 Jackson Avenue: Replace 22 wooden windows with like-for-like wooden windows

Chesapeake Land Bank Authority

The Chesapeake Land Bank Authority board is meeting to approve minutes, receive the treasurer's and executive director's reports, and discuss property reports, the South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program, and updates from city staff and legal counsel. The agenda is largely routine administrative business with no major decisions listed.

• Approval of February 7, 2024 minutes
• Treasurer's report for February
• Property reports
• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program
• Public remarks

Electoral Board

The Chesapeake Electoral Board met to approve the results from the March 5 Presidential Primary. The board also approved minutes from the February 29, 2024, meeting.

• Approval of March 5 Presidential Primary results
• Democratic primary totals: Biden (92.34%), Williamson (4.85%), Phillips (2.8%)
• Republican primary totals: Trump (70%), Christie (38%), Haley (28.27%), Binkley (11%), Desantis (1.02%)
• Approval of February 29, 2024, meeting minutes

Electoral Board

The board approved minutes from its February 2, 2024 meeting. Members also reviewed and approved paperwork for the proposed Pughsville split precinct as required by the State Board of Elections.

• Approval of the proposed Pughsville split precinct proposal
• Approval of February 2, 2024 meeting minutes

Bicycle / Trails Advisory Committee

The Bicycle/Trails Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business including roll call, approval of minutes, and citizen comments. They will receive status updates on the Indian River Park subcommittee, the Trail and Connectivity Plan, and the Industrial Waterfront Plan, and will discuss event plans for 2024. The main new business item is a 30-minute discussion on the Comprehensive Plan.

• Indian River Park subcommittee status update
• Trail and Connectivity Plan status update
• Industrial Waterfront Plan status update
• 2024 event plans: Horse Appreciation Day, Bike Month Proclamation, Bike Fest, Sunray Bike Tour
• Comp Plan Discussion (30 minutes)

Stormwater Committee

This is a routine meeting agenda with no specific decisions or proposals listed. The committee will hear an operations report, an engineering update, and an MS4 update, and will handle unfinished and new business. No concrete items are detailed in the agenda.

• Approval of meeting minutes from 1/22/24
• Citizen comments
• Operations report
• Engineering update
• MS4 update

Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board (CBPA)

The Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board held a public hearing and approved an exception request to redevelop a single-family home and shed within the 100-foot Resource Protection Area buffer at 108 Welch Lane. The approval includes a stipulation to remove the remaining driveway apron. The board also approved the minutes from the January 17, 2024 meeting.

• Approved exception PLN-CBPA-2023-024 for 108 Welch Lane, adding 3,329 sq ft of impervious area in the RPA buffer
• Stipulation: remove remaining driveway apron from the property
• Approved minutes of January 17, 2024 board meeting

Citizen Advisory Committee to the CLBA

This document is a meeting notification for the Chesapeake Land Bank Authority Citizen Advisory Committee. The agenda contains only procedural information regarding the meeting time and location, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision.

• No specific agenda items are listed in the provided notice.

Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare (CIBH) Board of Directors

The Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare Board of Directors is meeting to approve the agenda and January minutes, hear public comment, and receive updates from the agency, chair, and directors. They will also review the February financial report and program highlights, and discuss 2024 committee assignments. The agenda is largely routine oversight and reporting, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from January 8, 2024 meeting
• 2024 Committee Assignments under Old Business
• Financial Report for February 2024
• Program Highlights for February 2024
• Public comment period with guidelines provided

Historic Preservation Commission

The Chesapeake Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and hearing citizen comments. The main focus is on staff reports covering the Comprehensive Plan Update, South Norfolk Historic District Design Guidelines, and several historic properties, as well as unfinished business on the Ashburn Meadows development and Jolliff Fort Report.

• South Norfolk Historic District Design Guidelines Review
• Historical Village at the Dismal Swamp
• Sunray School
• Williamson Farmhouse at Arboretum
• PLN-PUD-2022-003 Ashburn Meadows

Chesapeake Land Bank Authority

The Chesapeake Land Bank Authority is meeting to approve minutes, receive the treasurer's and executive director's reports, and discuss property reports. The board will also review the South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program for three specific properties and discuss contractors for the program.

• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program: Sherriff – 1423 Rodgers Street
• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program: Viatella – 1009 Jackson Avenue
• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program: Weaver – 1044 Chesapeake Avenue
• Discussion of SNRRGP contractors
• Treasurer's Report for January

Parks, Recreation & Tourism Advisory Board

The Parks, Recreation and Tourism Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes and receiving reports. A special presentation from the City Planning Department is scheduled, along with hearings for citizens and tourism/hospitality input.

• Special presentation by City Planning Department (Kevin Finn)
• General hearing of citizens
• Tourism/hospitality special hearing (Kim Murden)
• Reports from ex-officio, tourism, parks and recreation, and director updates

Board of Historic & Architectural Review

The Board of Historic and Architectural Review is meeting to discuss Certificates of Appropriateness for residential exterior changes. The agenda includes requests for new construction detailing, siding replacements, and window restorations.

• 1130 Decatur Street: New construction handrail detailing with 1-13/16" square pickets
• 1238 Chesapeake Avenue: Replace wooden siding with forest green vinyl siding
• 1334 Seaboard Avenue: Replace metal roof with gray architectural shingle roof
• 1214 Chesapeake Avenue: Install booster and wrought iron railing on front porch steps
• 1210 Hull Street: Replace 18 wooden windows with vinyl and cedar shake siding with vinyl siding

Chesapeake Environmental Improvement Council

This meeting of the Chesapeake Environmental Improvement Council has no published agenda. The only listed action is to review the minutes, so the meeting is procedural in nature.

Bicycle / Trails Advisory Committee

The Bicycle/Trails Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear citizen input, and discuss unfinished business including the Indian River Park subcommittee and the Trail and Connectivity Plan. New business covers event plans for 2024, and staff reports will be given by Parks, Recreation and Tourism, Public Works, and Planning. The agenda is largely routine with no major decisions or contracts listed.

• Trail and Connectivity Plan discussion
• Indian River Park subcommittee update
• Event Plans for 2024
• Greenbrier Bike Tour mention
• Next meeting set for Feb 26, 2024 at 1224 Progressive Drive

Stormwater Committee

The committee will review reports regarding construction inspections, operations, and engineering. The meeting also includes updates on the MS4 program and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Construction Inspection Program Overview
• Operations Report
• Engineering Update
• MS4 Update
• Approval of meeting minutes from 9/25/23, 10/23/23, and 11/27/23

Chesapeake Fine Arts Commission

The commission will meet to review committee reports regarding events and grants. The agenda also includes updates on public art relationships and city business.

• Committee report on Events by Jon Berry
• Committee report on Grants by Adriana Rivera
• Public Art fellow art group relationship reports

Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board (CBPA)

The Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Board held a public hearing and approved a request by Francine Kahele for an exception to build a shed within the 100-foot Resource Protection Area (RPA) buffer at 4108 Valencia Road. The approval includes stipulations to move the shed entirely into the landward portion of the buffer and plant one large canopy tree. The board also discussed advertising fees and advertising legislation as other business.

• Approved PLN-CBPA-2023-025: exception for 240 sq ft shed in RPA buffer at 4108 Valencia Road
• Stipulation: shed moved out of seaward portion of RPA buffer
• Stipulation: one large canopy tree planted in RPA buffer
• Discussed advertising fees
• Discussed advertising legislation

Historic Preservation Commission

The Chesapeake Historic Preservation Commission is meeting for its regular monthly session. The agenda is largely procedural, covering roll call, approval of December 2023 minutes, and citizen comments, but also includes staff reports and unfinished business on several historic-site topics.

• Staff report on Historical Village at the Dismal Swamp
• Staff report on Virginia American Revolution 250 and Sail250
• Staff report on South Norfolk Historic District Design Guidelines Review
• Commission comments on Jolliff Fort Report
• PLN-PUD-2022-003 Ashburn Meadows

Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare (CIBH) Board of Directors

The Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare Board of Directors is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, hear public comment, and receive a presentation on the Same Day Access program. They will also assign 2024 committees, review agency and financial reports, and discuss program highlights.

• Presentation on Same Day Access by Andrea Pavlik
• 2024 Committee Assignments
• Financial Report for January 2024
• Program Highlights report
• Drug Court Graduation event

Electoral Board

The Electoral Board approved organizational roles and set early voting for March's primary. No further business discussed.

• Approved 2024 Electoral Board organization
• Set Early Voting start date to January 19, 2024

Board of Historic & Architectural Review

The Board of Historic and Architectural Review is considering several applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. The meeting focuses on approving or denying exterior modifications, including window replacements, siding changes, and railing installations in the South Norfolk Local Historic District.

• 1307 Holly Avenue: Proposed replacement of porch railings and after-the-fact alterations to 2nd floor exterior stairs
• 1334 Seaboard Avenue: After-the-fact replacement of a metal roof with gray architectural shingles
• 1210 Hull Street: After-the-fact removal of a window, installation of vinyl siding, and replacement of 18 wooden windows with vinyl
• 1110 Rodgers Street: After-the-fact removal of six windows and replacement of 18 wooden windows with vinyl
• 1214 Chesapeake Avenue: Installation of booster and wrought iron railing on front porch steps

Parks, Recreation & Tourism Advisory Board

The Parks, Recreation and Tourism Advisory Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, including the pledge, roll call, approval of minutes, and citizen comments, with a special presentation from Human Resources and routine reports from staff.

• Special presentation by Human Resources (Tina Coup)
• Ex-Officio, Tourism, Parks and Recreation reports
• Director updates
• Hearing of citizens and board members

Chesapeake Land Bank Authority

The Chesapeake Land Bank Authority board will meet to approve minutes, receive reports, and discuss property matters. They will review three residential rehabilitation grant applications under the South Norfolk program. The meeting is a regular business session with no major policy decisions expected.

• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program: Jones – 1101 Jackson Avenue
• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program: Sherriff – 1423 Rodgers Street
• South Norfolk Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program: Viatella – 1009 Jackson Avenue
• Treasurer's Report – December
• Approval of December 6, 2023 Minutes