Hampton, VA

City Council Special Session

City Council Legislative Session

The Hampton City Council is holding a legislative session with a consent agenda and several public hearings. Key items include initiating zoning ordinance amendments for adult-use retail cannabis, an appeal of a revoked short-term rental permit, and a lease agreement for a credit union branch in City Hall. The council will also consider resolutions on the consent agenda, including budget adjustments and approval of multifamily housing revenue bonds.

• Resolution to initiate zoning ordinance amendments to address the adult-use retail cannabis marketplace (26-0301)
• Appeal of revocation of Zoning Administrator Permit for short-term rental at 4 Millicent Court (26-0284)
• Ordinance amending procedures for revocation of Zoning Administrator Permits and appeals (26-0247)
• Resolution authorizing lease of 1,200 sq ft in City Hall to BayPort Credit Union (26-0292)
• Resolution approving up to $12,000,000 multifamily housing revenue bonds for The Retreat at Trilogy (26-0293)

The City Council affirmed the revocation of a short-term rental permit at 4 Millicent Court due to violations of permit conditions. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a $175,000 budget transfer, $12 million in housing revenue bonds, and a zoning ordinance amendment on permit revocations. A lease agreement with BayPort Credit Union for City Hall space was approved, and two appointments were made to the Community Policy and Management Team.

• Affirmed revocation of ZAP No. 2024-273 for short-term rental at 4 Millicent Court (7-0)
• Approved $175,000 transfer from Economic Development Fund to Capital Contingency (7-0)
• Approved issuance of up to $12,000,000 multifamily housing revenue bonds for The Retreat At Trilogy (7-0)
• Approved encroachment agreement with Keith M. Rote, Jr. for fence installation (7-0)
• Initiated zoning ordinance amendments to address adult-use retail cannabis marketplace (7-0)
• Adopted Zoning Ordinance Amendment 26-0247 on permit revocation procedures (7-0)
• Approved lease agreement with BayPort Credit Union for 1,200 sq ft in City Hall (7-0)
• Appointed Pride Harper (interim alternate) and Leonard Sledge to CPMT (7-0)

City Council Special Session

The Hampton City Council is holding a special session solely to tour and learn about the Hampton University Digital Artificial Intelligence Immersive Experience Academy. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the agenda consists only of the tour and adjournment.

• Tour of Hampton University's Digital Artificial Intelligence Immersive Experience Academy (item 26-0283)

The City Council held a special session solely to tour the Hampton University Digital Artificial Intelligence Immersive Experience Academy. No formal decisions, votes, or resolutions were made during the meeting, which adjourned after the tour.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the special session

City Council Ceremonial Session

This is a ceremonial session with no legislative business. The council will convene, recognize the 'Nourishing Our Neighbors, Fighting Hunger Together' initiative, and adjourn.

• Ceremonial recognition of 'Nourishing Our Neighbors, Fighting Hunger Together'

The City Council met in a ceremonial session focused on Hunger Action Month, with presentations from local organizations including Thrive Peninsula, Virginia Peninsula Foodbank, SAME, and Peninsula Agency on Aging. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the presentations.

City Council Work Session

The Hampton City Council is holding a work session to receive a briefing on the Short-Term Rental Program and to consider an appointment to the Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT). The council will also enter a closed session to consult with legal counsel on possible class action litigation, real property acquisition, and appointments. The agenda is largely procedural, with the short-term rental briefing being the main substantive item.

• Briefing on the Short-Term Rental Program (26-0300)
• Closed session for legal consultation on class action litigation, real property acquisition, and appointments (26-0289)
• Consideration of an appointment to the Community Policy and Management Team (26-0302)
• Resolution certifying the closed session (26-0270)

The City Council received a briefing on the Short-Term Rental Program from the Deputy Zoning Administrator. No regional issues or new business were reported. The council unanimously approved a closed session to consult with legal counsel on potential real property acquisitions and appointments, and later certified the session. No substantive decisions were made during the work session.

• Approved closed session motion (6-0)
• Certified closed session (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Hampton Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning application for 1.94 acres at 1772 Old Buckroe Road, seeking to change the zoning from one-family residential (R-11) to two-family residential (R-8) with conditions. The commission will also consider an ordinance amending procedures for revoking zoning administrator permits and appeals, elect a chair and vice-chair, and hear a youth planner report. Public comment is allowed on hearing items with a 3-minute limit per speaker.

• Rezoning application 26-0222 by 1772 Old Buckroe Road LLC for 1.94 acres at 1772 Old Buckroe Road from R-11 to R-8 with conditions
• Ordinance 26-0247 amending Chapter 1, Section 1-10.1 and Chapter 3, Sec 3-3 on revocation of zoning administrator permits and appeals
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of minutes from August 20, 2026 work session and regular meeting
• September Youth Planner Report to the Planning Commission

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council is meeting to review several items, including a $6.2 million fund advance for school maintenance and technology. The session also includes public hearings on property development and use permit applications.

• Advance of $6,287,500 from the General Fund to the Capital Budget for Hampton City Schools
• Purchase & Development Agreement with Bonaventure Development, LLC for Coliseum Central Area property
• Use Permit application by Faith Baptist Church for a private school at 100 Blackburn Lane
• Use Permit application by Shevan Sindy for a pawn shop at 1531 E Pembroke Avenue
• Adoption of a formal Municipal Naming Policy

The City Council approved a Purchase & Development Agreement with Bonaventure Development, LLC for the sale and development of city-owned property in the Coliseum Central area. The council also approved a formal municipal naming policy, a budget amendment for state library aid, and a resolution to advance $6,287,500 for school maintenance and technology investments. Several use permits were approved, including a private school and a pawn shop, and the subdivision ordinance was amended. Multiple appointments to city boards and commissions were made.

• Approved Purchase & Development Agreement with Bonaventure Development, LLC for Coliseum Central property (7-0)
• Approved formal municipal naming policy (7-0)
• Approved budget amendment accepting Library of Virginia state aid for FY2027 (7-0)
• Approved $6,287,500 advance from General Fund for school maintenance and technology (7-0)
• Approved use permit for private school at 100 Blackburn Lane with 13 conditions (7-0)
• Approved use permit for pawn shop at 1531 E. Pembroke Avenue with 7 conditions (7-0)
• Adopted subdivision ordinance amendment aligning with state code (7-0)
• Deferred Citizens Police Advisory Group appointment to October 28, 2026 (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss 2027 General Assembly legislative priorities and receive a briefing on Towing Advisory Board recommendations. The council will also consider various appointments to several local advisory committees and boards.

• Discussion of 2027 General Assembly Legislative Priorities
• Briefing on Towing Advisory Board Recommendations
• Appointments to the Hampton Animal Response Team Advisory Committee
• Appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals
• Appointments to the Planning Commission

The City Council held a work session with presentations on 2027 legislative priorities and towing advisory board recommendations, but took no substantive votes on those items. The council unanimously approved entering a closed session to discuss appointments and later certified that closed session. No appointments were made during the meeting.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for appointments (7-0)
• Approved resolution certifying closed session (7-0)

City Council Special Session

This is a special session called solely for the City Council and School Board to tour the newly renovated locker rooms at Darling Stadium. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the agenda consists of the tour and adjournment.

• Tour of Darling Stadium locker room improvements (agenda item 26-0273)
• Joint tour with Hampton School Board
• Location: Darling Stadium, 4067 Victoria Blvd., Hampton, VA

Planning Commission

The Hampton Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two use permit applications: one for a private school at 100 Blackburn Lane by Faith Baptist Church, and one for a pawn shop at 1531 E Pembroke Avenue by Shevan Sindy. The commission will also consider an ordinance amending Chapter 35 (Subdivisions) to align with state code and current regulations. A youth planner report and approval of July minutes are also on the agenda.

• Use permit for private school at 100 Blackburn Lane (Faith Baptist Church) with 13 conditions
• Use permit for pawn shop at 1531 E Pembroke Avenue (Shevan Sindy) with 7 conditions
• Ordinance amending Chapter 35 (Subdivisions) to align with state code
• Approval of July 16, 2026 meeting minutes
• Youth Planner report to the commission

City Council Work Session

The Hampton City Council meets in a work session on August 12, 2026, to hear annual reports from the Fort Monroe Authority and the Office of Youth & Young Adult Opportunities, along with a briefing on the Peninsula Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study. The council will also consider the Safer Communities application and appropriation, board and commission appointments, and hold a closed session regarding public fund investments in the LaSalle Corridor and a potential mixed-use project in Coliseum Central.

• Fort Monroe Authority Annual Report
• Briefing on the Draft Report of the Peninsula Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study
• The Office of Youth & Young Adult Opportunities Annual Report
• Safer Communities Application and Appropriation
• Consideration of appointments to multiple boards and commissions including the Board of Zoning Appeals and Neighborhood Commission

The City Council work session included presentations on the Fort Monroe Authority annual report, the Peninsula Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study draft, the Office of Youth & Young Adult Opportunities annual report, and a Safer Communities application. Council unanimously approved entering closed session to discuss investments, property dispositions, and appointments, and later certified the closed session. No substantive policy decisions were made during the open session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (7-0)
• Approved resolution certifying closed session (7-0)

City Council Legislative Session

The Hampton City Council will hold a legislative session with a consent agenda covering budget adjustments, bond authorizations, and administrative items, followed by public hearings on three rezoning applications and three use permits. The most consequential items include accepting $5.6 million in state funds for schools, authorizing a $9.4 million advance for capital projects, and approving up to $22 million in housing revenue bonds. The council will also consider rezonings for residential and commercial developments, including a 14-acre project on Sargeant Street and Lawrence Avenue.

• Resolution to accept $5,600,000 in state funds for the FY27 school operating budget
• Resolution authorizing $9,388,971 advance from General Fund for FY27 capital projects
• Resolution approving up to $22,000,000 multifamily housing revenue bonds for Century Plaza Apartments
• Rezoning of ~14 acres on Sargeant Street and Lawrence Avenue for single-family and townhouse units
• Rezoning of ~5.5 acres on W Queen Street for a 68-unit multifamily development

The Hampton City Council approved several rezoning applications and use permits, including a 14-acre residential redevelopment, a crane and rigging business expansion, a 68-unit multifamily development, a 255-unit multifamily use permit, and a used car sales operation. The council also approved the consent agenda, the 2026 Strategic Plan, and deferred a municipal naming policy and several appointments to September 9, 2026.

• Approved consent agenda including FY26 Q3 budget adjustments (7-0)
• Approved rezoning for 14 acres at Sargeant Street and Lawrence Avenue for residential redevelopment (7-0)
• Approved rezoning for 5.19 acres at Aberdeen Road for crane and rigging business (7-0)
• Approved rezoning and use permit for 68 multifamily units at W Queen Street (7-0)
• Approved use permit for 255 multifamily dwellings by Canopy Development (7-0)
• Approved use permit for used car sales at 690 Bell Street (5-2)
• Approved 2026 Strategic Plan update (7-0)
• Deferred municipal naming policy and appointments to September 9, 2026 (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use requests. These include rezoning and use permits for multifamily residential developments and a permit for a used car sales business.

• McDowell Point Subdivision at 1772 Old Buckroe Road
• Rezoning of 5.5 acres at 1534, 1538, and 1540 W Queen Street for multifamily development
• Use permit for 68 multifamily dwelling units at 1534, 1538, and 1540 W Queen Street
• Use permit for 255 multifamily dwellings by Canopy Development
• Use permit for used car sales at 690 Bell Street

City Council Special Session

The City Council is holding a special session to evaluate the performance of the City Manager, City Attorney, and Clerk of Council. This discussion will take place in a closed session pursuant to state law.

• Closed session regarding City Manager performance
• Closed session regarding City Attorney performance
• Closed session regarding Clerk of Council performance
• Resolution certifying the closed session

The City Council met in special session solely to discuss the performance of the City Manager, City Attorney, and Clerk of Council. The council unanimously approved a motion to enter closed session and later unanimously approved a resolution certifying the closed session. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss performance of City Manager, City Attorney, and Clerk of Council (7-0)
• Approved resolution certifying the closed session (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The Council will review a briefing on data center development and policy considerations. They will also receive a report from the Police Division regarding crime data comparisons and resource allocation.

• Digital infrastructure and data center development analysis
• Hampton Police Division crime data and resource briefing
• Strategic Plan update
• Closed session regarding special assessments and zoning ordinance amendments

The City Council met to discuss digital infrastructure, strategic plans, and police resources. The session included a closed meeting on legal counsel and a subsequent certification of that session.

• Closed session motion approved (6-1)
• Closed session certification approved (7-0)

City Council Legislative Session

The Hampton City Council will vote on multiple zoning amendments, including reducing minimum parking and lot size requirements for residential properties. The council will also approve a $1.15 million one-time bonus for city staff and update stormwater permit fees. Routine consent items include funding for bond custodial services and private fence encroachment agreements.

• Ordinance 26-0188: Reduces minimum parking for single-family, duplex, and multi-family uses.
• Ordinance 26-0193: Lowers minimum lot area and frontage rules for the R-4 residential district.
• Resolution 26-0229: Appropriates $1,149,731 from the General Fund for a 2% one-time employee bonus.
• Ordinance 26-0231: Updates permit application fees for stormwater management and erosion control.
• Consent agenda: Approves four private encroachment agreements for residential privacy fences.

The City Council approved multiple updates to the local zoning ordinance, including changes to lot area requirements, parking standards, and use permit procedures. Additionally, the council passed an amendment regarding stormwater erosion control permits and fees.

• Approved R-4 district minimum lot area and frontage reductions (7-0)
• Approved reduced minimum parking requirements for various residential uses (7-0)
• Approved updated use permit revocation and appeal procedures (7-0)
• Approved modified security standards and revocation procedures for Restaurant 2 establishments (7-0)
• Approved erosion control permit application and fee amendments (7-0)
• Approved four encroachment agreements for residential fences (7-0)
• Approved $7,000 appropriation for annual bond custodial fees (7-0)
• Approved $1,149,731 budget amendment for a one-time 2% bonus (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several zoning amendments, including reducing minimum parking requirements for residential and multi-family uses and reducing lot area in the R-4 district. They will also consider a rezoning to expand a crane and rigging business on Aberdeen Road and update procedures for revoking use permits.

• Rezoning 5.19 acres at 618-638 Aberdeen Rd and 2303 60th St from M-2, C-2, R-11 to M-2 with conditions for crane/rigging expansion
• Ordinance to reduce minimum parking for single-family, two-family, duplex, and multi-family uses citywide
• Ordinance to reduce minimum lot area and frontage for R-4 One-Family Residential District
• Ordinance to update revocation procedures for use permits (Sections 14-9 and 14-11)
• Ordinance modifying security and revocation standards for Restaurant 2 establishments

City Council Work Session

The Council will review options for the adaptive reuse of the Wythe Fire Station. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a potential real estate acquisition in the Newmarket Creek area and legal matters regarding collective bargaining.

• Wythe Fire Station adaptive reuse options
• Potential property acquisition in Newmarket Creek area
• Consultation on proposed collective bargaining laws
• Multiple board and committee appointments

The City Council heard a presentation on adaptive reuse options for the Wythe Fire Station but took no vote. The council then entered a closed session to discuss property acquisition and legal matters and later certified the closed session. No substantive decisions were made on the agenda items.

• No votes taken on substantive agenda items; meeting was largely procedural.

City Council Legislative Session

City Council will hold a public hearing on a use permit for heavy vehicle repair at 611 Copeland Drive, and vote on ordinances rewriting zoning definitions for amusement centers and off-track horse race betting facilities. Council will also consider a franchise agreement with Lumos Telephone LLC for telecommunications use of public rights-of-way, and an ordinance setting salaries for the mayor and council members. The consent agenda includes a $3.1 million budget amendment for Human Services public assistance revenues and a resolution renaming portions of Butler Farm Road and Thomas Nelson Drive to College Drive.

• Public hearing: Use permit for heavy vehicle repair at 611 Copeland Drive
• Ordinance amending zoning definitions for amusement centers, skill-based devices, and off-track horse race betting facilities
• Ordinance granting telecommunications franchise to Lumos Telephone LLC for use of public rights-of-way
• Ordinance setting salaries for mayor and City Council members
• $3.1 million budget amendment to accept public assistance revenues for Human Services

Council approved an encroachment agreement allowing Matthew and Elizabeth Crockett to install plants and a privacy fence within the city's right-of-way on Sunset Road East, with a vote of 6-1 after a motion to defer failed. Other major actions included adopting zoning amendments for amusement and recreational uses, granting a telecom franchise to Lumos Telephone LLC, and setting council salaries. Multiple appointments were also made to boards and commissions.

• Approved encroachment agreement for landscaping and fence on Sunset Road East (6-1)
• Deferred animal response team appointment until July 8, 2026 (7-0)
• Reappointed Anthony Sandifuer and appointed two business representatives to Citizens Police Advisory Group (7-0)
• Appointed Robert Shuford to Hampton Economic Development Authority (7-0)
• Appointed Melvin Ferebee to Virginia Peninsula Community College Board of Trustees (6-0-1, Ferebee abstained)
• Adopted zoning amendment for amusement centers and recreational uses (7-0)
• Approved non-exclusive franchise agreement with Lumos Telephone LLC (7-0)
• Approved ordinance setting salaries for Mayor and Council (7-0)

City Council Legislative Session

The City Council will consider consent items including a $9,385,379 budget amendment for the school operating budget, zoning ordinance amendments, employee bonuses, and property transfers. Public hearings include an appeal of a short-term rental permit revocation and a use permit revocation for a restaurant. The meeting also includes appointments and public comment.

• Appeal of revocation of short-term rental permit at 317 Woodside Drive
• Revocation of use permit for Southern Comfort Restaurant at 2163-2165 Cunningham Drive
• Transfer of five properties to Hampton Redevelopment and Housing Authority
• Ordinance amending site plan definitions for major/minor site plans
• Resolution to dispose of electronic equipment via donation

Council revoked a short-term rental permit at 317 Woodside Drive due to multiple violations of permit conditions. A restaurant use permit for Southern Comfort Restaurant & Lounge was also revoked for similar reasons. The consent agenda was approved, including a $9.4 million school budget amendment and employee bonus authorization.

• Affirmed revocation of short-term rental permit at 317 Woodside Drive (7-0)
• Revoked restaurant use permit for Southern Comfort Restaurant & Lounge (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $9.4M school budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved site plan code amendments (7-0)
• Approved transfer of properties to Hampton Redevelopment and Housing Authority (7-0)
• Appointed Clayton Turner to Peninsula Airport Commission (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council work session will receive a briefing on the Infill Housing Plan, an update on the Virginia Enterprise Zone, and a recap of the 2026 General Assembly session. The council will also hold a closed session to discuss legal advice, potential investment in a regional transportation facility, and a condemned structure. Finally, they will consider an appointment to the Peninsula Airport Commission.

• Briefing on Infill Housing Plan
• 2026 General Assembly session recap
• Virginia Enterprise Zone update
• Closed session on legal advice and transportation investment
• Consideration of appointment to Peninsula Airport Commission

The council held a work session with briefings on infill housing, the 2026 General Assembly session, and the Virginia Enterprise Zone. No substantive decisions were made; the only votes were to enter and certify a closed session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for legal advice and other matters (7-0)
• Approved resolution certifying closed session (7-0)

City Council Ceremonial Session

This is a ceremonial session solely to recognize valedictorians and salutatorians from Hampton City Schools. No votes or policy decisions are scheduled.

• Recognition of Hampton City Schools valedictorians and salutatorians

The meeting was ceremonial only, with no substantive decisions made. Council recognized Hampton City Schools valedictorians and salutatorians and presented awards.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a request to rezone properties on Sargeant Street and Lawrence Avenue for detached dwellings and townhouses. The body will also consider updates to the city's zoning ordinance regarding amusement and betting facilities and a use permit for a vehicle repair business.

• Rezoning of +/- 14.0 acres at Sargeant St and Lawrence Ave for townhouses and single-family homes
• Use permit application for heavy vehicle repair at 611 Copeland Drive
• Zoning ordinance amendments for amusement centers, skill-based devices, and off-track betting
• Potential revocation of use permit for Southern Comfort Restaurant and Lounge at 2163-2165 Cunningham Drive
• First reading of revised Planning Commission Bylaws

City Council Legislative Session

The Hampton City Council will hold a legislative session to give final approval to the FY27 Manager's Recommended Budget, including appropriations for all city funds. They will also adopt tax rates for real estate and personal property, set service district taxes, and approve fee changes for solid waste, sewer, and stormwater. Other actions include rezonings, a landfill lease, and allocations for CDBG and HOME programs.

• Final adoption of FY27 budget (General Fund, Capital Budget, and multiple enterprise funds)
• Rezoning 0.09 acres at 4218 Victoria Blvd. from C-1 to MD-4 for multifamily use
• Landfill lease agreement with USA Waste of Virginia Landfills, Inc. for Bethel Landfill
• Ordinance to add blighted property classification for real estate taxation
• Adoption of FY27 real estate and personal property tax rates

The council adopted the FY27 Manager's Recommended Budget, including General Fund and Capital Budget appropriations, with a 5-1 vote (Campbell dissenting). Tax and fee ordinances for real estate, personal property, stormwater, sewer, solid waste, and service districts were approved, mostly 5-1. The council also approved a rezoning and use permit for multifamily housing at 4218 Victoria Blvd, a day care use permit for West End Baptist Church, and a landfill lease with USA Waste.

• Approved FY27 General Fund budget (5-1)
• Set real estate tax rate for FY27 (5-1)
• Approved FY27 Capital Budget (5-1)
• Approved rezoning to MD-4 at 4218 Victoria Blvd (6-0)
• Approved use permit for multifamily at 4218 Victoria Blvd (6-0)
• Approved day care use permit for West End Baptist Church (6-0)
• Approved landfill lease with USA Waste (6-0)
• Approved design-build for Mellen Street sewer replacement (6-0)

City Council Ceremonial Session

This is a ceremonial session with no legislative actions. The City Council is recognizing Hampton City Schools dual enrollment students.

• Recognition of Hampton City Schools Dual Enrollment Students

This was a ceremonial session with no substantive decisions. Council celebrated 69 Hampton City Schools students who will receive associate degrees from Virginia Peninsula Community College before high school graduation.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will review the City Manager's recommended Fiscal Year 2027 budget, consider modifications to zoning standards for Restaurant 2 use, and receive a briefing on the Infill Housing Plan. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a prospective business for Hampton Roads Center North and the disposition of publicly owned land in Downtown Hampton.

• Briefing on Infill Housing Plan Book
• Proposed zoning ordinance modifications for Restaurant 2 use
• Budget discussion for FY2027
• Closed session for prospective business at Hampton Roads Center North
• Closed session for land disposition in Downtown Hampton

Council deferred a briefing on the Infill Housing Plan Book to May 27. They also received a briefing on proposed zoning modifications for Restaurant 2 Use and discussed the FY2027 city budget. A closed session was approved to discuss a prospective business and land disposition. Appointments to the Community Policy and Management Team were considered but no vote recorded.

• Deferred Infill Housing Plan Book briefing to May 27 (5-0)
• Approved closed session for prospective business and land disposition (6-0)
• Certified closed session compliance (6-0)

City Council Special Session

The City Council will hold a second public hearing to receive citizen comments on the Fiscal Year 2027 City Manager's Recommended Budget. The session includes introductions of tax, fee, and appropriation ordinances scheduled for a vote on May 13, 2026.

• Second public hearing on FY2027 City Manager's Recommended Budget
• Ordinance to amend real estate tax code for blighted properties
• Ordinance to adopt tax rates for real estate and tangible personal property for FY2027
• Ordinance to amend sewer use charges
• Ordinance to amend stormwater management service charges

The City Council held the second public hearing on the FY2027 City Manager's Recommended Budget, hearing comments from 12 residents. No votes were taken; final adoption of the budget and related tax, fee, and appropriation ordinances is scheduled for May 13, 2026. Proclamations were read for Municipal Clerks Week and Public Service Recognition Week.

• No substantive decisions; only procedural actions (second public hearing held, proclamations read)

City Council Special Session

City Council Ceremonial Session

No substantive decisions were made. The meeting was ceremonial, recognizing the Clean City Commission and local businesses for environmental stewardship on Earth Day.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the City Manager's recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2027 and receive a briefing on the Hampton City Schools budget. Members will also review a water plan for specific local neighborhoods and discuss real estate acquisitions in a closed session.

• City Manager's Recommended FY 2027 Budget
• Hampton City Schools Budget briefing
• Resilient Hampton Fox Hill, Grandview, and Harris Creek Water Plan
• Potential real property acquisition in the Newmarket Creek area
• Appointment to Western Tidewater Regional Jail Authority

The City Council held a work session with briefings on the school budget, the city manager's recommended FY2027 budget, and the Resilient Hampton water plan for Fox Hill, Grandview, and Harris Creek. No votes were taken on any of the agenda items. The only actions were procedural motions to enter and certify a closed session.

• Approved closed session motion (7-0)
• Certified closed session (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on rezoning and use permits for a multifamily development at 4218 Victoria Blvd, a commercial daycare at West End Baptist Church, and a private school at 15 S. Hope Street. They will also consider amendments to the site plan ordinance and the FY2026-2027 CDBG/HOME Annual Action Plan.

• Rezoning 0.09 acres at 4218 Victoria Blvd from C-1 to MD-4 for multifamily dwellings
• Use permit for multifamily development at 4218 Victoria Blvd
• Use permit for a commercial daycare (18 children) at West End Baptist Church, 2413 Shell Road
• Use permit for Hampton's Beauty Academy private school at 15 S. Hope Street
• Amendment to Chapter 35.1 (Site Plans) of city ordinance