Hampton public meetings in 2022
33 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority approved the renewal of its agreement with the City Attorney’s Office. The board also received a presentation on NASA Langley's economic impact and regional partnerships.
- Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Renewed Memorandum of Understanding with City Attorney’s Office under same terms and conditions (5-0)
- Approved motion to enter Closed Meeting for personnel and real property discussions (5-0)
- Approved motion to conclude Closed Meeting (5-0)
Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Planning Commission recommended approval of a mental health/substance abuse treatment facility and a restaurant use permit. Two companion applications for a development at the former Lincoln Park Housing Development site were deferred. The commission also approved the minutes from the November 17, 2022 meeting.
- Approved November 17, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Deferred Rezoning Application No. 22-00008 to January 19, 2023 (5-0)
- Deferred Use Permit Application No. 22-00001 to January 19, 2023 (5-0)
- Recommended approval of Use Permit No. 22-00013 for restaurant at 4111 W Mercury Blvd with 16 conditions (5-0)
- Recommended approval of Use Permit No. 22-00020 for mental health facility at 300 Marcella Road with 11 conditions (4-0, 1 abstention)
Town and Gown Committee
The committee approved the minutes from the November 8, 2022 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of member updates regarding local economic development, educational programs, and community events.
- Approved November 8, 2022 meeting minutes
Hampton Employees Retirement System Board
The Board approved revisions to the Investment Policy Statement and accepted the September 8, 2022, meeting minutes. Trustees also approved retirement applications and annuities for the period of September through November 2022. The meeting included reports on the FY22 audit and GASB 67/68 results.
- Approved changes to the Investment Policy Statement (unanimous)
- Accepted minutes from September 8, 2022, meeting (unanimous)
- Approved retirement applications and annuities for September through November 2022 (unanimous)
Electoral Board
The Board reviewed precinct incident reports, with the Registrar tasked to correct voting equipment issues. Members discussed training for provisional ballots and observer placement. No formal votes were recorded.
- Registrar to initiate correction and repair of voting equipment based on incident reports
- Proposed additional training for Officers of Elections on provisional ballots
- Proposed solutions for observer placement to be addressed in next training session
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The Board approved a change to its regular meeting start time and approved the minutes from the November 1, 2022 meeting. Members received an overview of the Athletics Division's framework and goals. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved November 1, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved changing regular meeting time to 5:00 p.m. (unanimous)
Board of Zoning Appeals Agendas and Minutes
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved several variance requests for residential construction and setbacks. One request to reduce a front setback for a shed was denied. The Board also approved the minutes from the November 7, 2022, meeting.
- Approved November 7, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Denied VA22-00025 front setback reduction for shed at 818 N First St (3-2)
- Approved VA22-00028 side yard setback reduction for home at 800 Westwood Ave (5-0)
- Approved VA22-00029 variance amendment for 240 Hall Rd with sewer and drainage conditions (5-0)
- Approved VA22-00030 variance amendment for 240 Hall Rd with previous conditions (5-0)
- Approved VA22-00031 driveway setback reduction at 534 Elizabeth Dr (4-1)
- Approved VA22-00032 rear yard projection increase for deck at 522 Pennsylvania Ave (5-0)
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The committee held a special meeting to review yearly accomplishments and discuss upcoming leadership elections. No new policies were enacted, and the board focused on updates regarding state-level aging services and community engagement.
- Approved November minutes (unanimous)
War Memorial Stadium Advisory Board
The Peninsula Stadium Authority approved a significant fund investment to increase interest earnings. The board also authorized obtaining quotes for parking lot security and approved a reimbursement for box seat repairs.
- Approved investing $220,000 in the Local Government Investment Pool (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 meeting calendar (unanimous)
- Approved November 14 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved December treasurer's report (unanimous)
- Approved obtaining written quotes for parking lot gates and barricades (unanimous)
- Approved $5,000 reimbursement to Community Baseball for box seat concrete repairs
Economic Development Authority
The Loan and Grant Review Committee approved the November 3, 2022 meeting minutes. Members discussed proposed increases to grant maximums and requested data on previous applicant requests. The committee agreed to recommend increasing the NASA Technology Commercialization Grant maximum to $50,000.
- Approved November 3, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Agreed to increase recommended NASA Technology Commercialization Grant maximum to $50,000
Hampton Coliseum Citizens Advisory Committee
The committee reviewed the Coliseum Capital Improvement Plan and recommended against replacing the non-functioning ice floor. They suggested using those funds to paint the arena ceiling and interior instead. The Professional Box Lacrosse League Lease Agreement has been executed.
- Approved October 25, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended not to replace the non-functioning ice floor
- Recommended using ice floor funds for arena ceiling and interior painting
- Executed Professional Box Lacrosse League Lease Agreement
Electoral Board
The board noted that election abstracts were approved and signed on November 18, 2022. Members reviewed incident reports from Precinct Chiefs, with suggestions to be discussed after the first of the year.
- Election abstracts approved and signed (November 18, 2022)
Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes
The Planning Commission recommended four zoning ordinance amendments to City Council. These include establishing a use permit process for short-term rentals and allowing mental health treatment facilities in specific districts when operated by hospitals or community services boards.
- Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Recommended approval of ZOA No. 22-00007 to permit mental health/substance abuse facilities in C-2 zoning with a use permit (6-0)
- Recommended approval of ZOA No. 22-00008 to permit mental health/substance abuse facilities in the Coliseum Central Overlay district with a use permit (6-0)
- Recommended approval of ZOA No. 22-00009 to add the definition of 'short-term rental' and amend bed and breakfast definitions (6-0)
- Recommended approval of ZOA No. 22-00010 to permit short-term rentals with a use permit across multiple zoning districts (6-0)
Citizens’ Engagement Advisory and Review Commission (CEARC)
The commission did not reach a quorum, resulting in the deferral of meeting minutes approval, officer elections, and bylaw updates. Members received a presentation on the Freedom of Information Act and discussed community engagement with law enforcement.
- Deferred approval of 5/17/22 and 9/24/2022 meeting minutes
- Deferred vote on Commission Bylaws updates
- Deferred officer elections
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority approved two grants from the Hampton Revolving Loan & Grant Fund for property improvements. The board also approved the minutes from the October 18, 2022 meeting.
- Approved October 18, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approved $3,068 facade improvement grant to Rudolph Commercial Investments, LLC for 16 W. Queens Way
- Approved facade improvement grant up to $10,000 to Mounir & Kay Shaheen for 1962 E. Pembroke Avenue
Neighborhood Commission Agendas & Minutes
The commission approved the consideration for District Commissioners 1, 3, and 5, pending contingencies. The body also approved the meeting minutes from October 10, 2022.
- Approved meeting minutes from Oct 10, 2022
- Approved consideration for District Commissioners 1, 3, and 5 pending contingencies
War Memorial Stadium Advisory Board
The Peninsula Stadium Authority elected Melissa Brady as Treasurer and approved amendments to the board bylaws. The board also authorized a service contract for fire systems and approved two reimbursements to Community Baseball for stadium repairs.
- Accepted August 1, September 12, and October 13 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Elected Melissa Brady as PSA Treasurer (unanimous)
- Approved amendments to bylaws regarding audit requirements and member oaths (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Johnson Control for fire system services (unanimous)
- Approved $5,000 reimbursement to Community Baseball for box seat concrete repairs (unanimous)
- Approved $1,277 reimbursement to Community Baseball for left field bull pen windscreen (unanimous)
Town and Gown Committee
The Town and Gown Committee heard presentations from Hampton City Schools on the Academies of Hampton and from Hampton University on campus improvements and athletics. The committee also approved minutes from the September meeting and received updates from members on upcoming community events.
- Hampton University approved a $4 million budget to upgrade digital infrastructure
- HU hired fifty new professors and is developing a strategic plan
- HU Athletics seeks sponsorships and community partnerships for 'Hampton Nation'
- Hampton City Schools reported a site visit from 22 school divisions to study the Academies model
- Upcoming events: Whimsical Winter Wonderland (Nov 19) and Cirque Musica (Dec 11)
The committee approved the minutes from the September 13, 2022, meeting. The session primarily consisted of presentations regarding the Academies of Hampton and updates from Hampton University.
- Approved September 13, 2022 meeting minutes
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The committee approved the minutes from the July meeting. Members discussed a tentative speaker schedule for the first quarter of 2023, including potential presentations on food resources, Medicare Advantage scams, and public safety.
- Approved July meeting minutes
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
The committee approved the September minutes with corrections. The meeting primarily consisted of informational presentations regarding local facilities and the services provided by the Hampton Roads Ecumenical Lodging and Provision (H.E.L.P.) organization.
- Approved September minutes as corrected (unanimous)
Economic Development Authority
The Loan and Grant Review Committee recommended two facade improvement grants for properties on W. Queens Way and E. Pembroke Avenue. The committee also discussed updating program guidelines to expand funding city-wide and encourage the use of local SWaM vendors.
- Approved September 1, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended $3,068 facade grant for 16 W. Queens Way to EDA board (unanimous)
- Recommended $10,000 facade grant for 1962 E. Pembroke Avenue to EDA board (unanimous)
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The board approved several amendments to its bylaws and recommended that the Director adopt updates to department rules and regulations. The board also elected its Chair and Vice Chair.
- Approved May 3, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Elected Mr. Raudman as chair (unanimous)
- Elected Ms. Griffin as vice chair (unanimous)
- Approved amendments to bylaws Articles 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 (unanimous)
- Recommended Director adopt changes to department rules and regulations across 13 sections (unanimous)
Hampton Coliseum Citizens Advisory Committee
The committee approved the minutes from the September 27, 2022 meeting. Members received financial statements showing a profit for FY22 and updates on facility renovations and a Professional Box Lacrosse League schedule.
- Approved September 27, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Hampton Federal Area Development Authority
The Hampton Federal Area Development Authority met on October 24, 2022, but lacked a quorum, so approval of the July 11, 2022 minutes was tabled until the next meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports and briefings on federal area updates, including F-22 transfers, a $7.6M grant for Fort Monroe redevelopment, and other ongoing projects.
- Tabled approval of July 11, 2022 minutes due to lack of quorum
Wetlands Board Agendas & Minutes
The Wetlands Board is meeting to discuss the use of in lieu fees and receive updates on the Resilient Hampton Initiative. The board will also review the JPA activity report and minutes from May 24, 2022.
- Recommendation regarding use of in lieu fees
- Resilient Hampton Initiative update
- JPA activity report
- Review of May 24, 2022 minutes
Town and Gown Committee
The Town and Gown Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and receive key updates. No new ordinances or contracts are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of May 14, 2022 meeting minutes
Town and Gown Committee
The Town and Gown Committee will meet to review updates since April and hear from Whitney Lester regarding the 757 Regional Internship Collaborative. The committee will also discuss its summer break schedule.
- 757 Regional Internship Collaborative presentation by Whitney Lester
Town and Gown Committee
The committee will review the March 8, 2022, meeting minutes and receive a briefing on the Summer Youth Employment Program. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a bylaws amendment and updates since the March meeting.
- Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) briefing
- Bylaws amendment
Town and Gown Committee
The committee reviewed proposed changes to its bylaws regarding membership and discussed a presentation on the Summer 757 program. Members also received updates on local economic development, school budget proposals, and upcoming community events.
- Bylaws review including the addition of Bryant & Stratton College
- Summer 757 workforce development program presentation
- Hampton City Schools proposing a 5% pay raise for staff
- Hampton City Schools proposed school calendar start date change
- Economic Development 'Makers Space' target opening March 15th
Town and Gown Committee
The committee will review the January 11, 2022 meeting minutes and discuss membership listings. The agenda also includes a review of a retreat and key updates since the January meeting.
- Approval of January 11, 2022 meeting minutes
- Review of membership listing
- Retreat review
Wetlands Board Agendas & Minutes
The Wetlands Board will hold a public hearing regarding a permit application for work at 502 Indian Road. The board is also considering new policies regarding public hearings and exempt activities.
- Public hearing for Joint Permit Application 2021-2372: demolish Katherine House and restore 2,051 square feet of shoreline at 502 Indian Road
- First reading of a by-law amendment
- Adoption of Board Policy regarding Guidance on Certain Exempt Activities
- Adoption of Board Policy regarding Public Hearings and Public Comment
Wetlands Board Agendas & Minutes
The Wetlands Board will hold a public hearing regarding a permit application for the Katherine House site. The board is also considering amendments to its by-laws and the adoption of two new board policies.
- Public hearing for Joint Permit Application 2021-2372: demolish Katherine House at 502 Indian Road and restore 2,051 square feet of shoreline
- First reading of by-law amendment
- Adoption of Board Policy regarding Guidance on Certain Exempt Activities
- Adoption of Board Policy regarding Public Hearings and Public Comment
Town and Gown Committee
The committee performed a SWOT analysis to identify organizational strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Members discussed the need for a strategic plan, updated bylaws, and a more defined common goal. The committee is exploring the possibility of becoming a 501(c)3 to secure funding.
- Approval of December 14, 2021 meeting minutes
- Discussion on updating committee bylaws and membership
- Proposal to create a strategic plan and subcommittees
- Review of Virginia Code section 2.2-3780.2 regarding electronic meeting participation
- Staff update: Trace Hall replacing Joshua Everard as City Attorney representative