Suffolk public meetings in 2022
25 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Work Sessions
The City Council approved a certificate of recognition for the Freedom Flag and Richard Melito. The session also included reports from the Suffolk Agricultural Advisory Committee and the Freedom Flag Foundation.
- Approved certificate recognizing Freedom Flag as symbol of September 11 remembrance and Richard Melito’s contributions (8-0)
City Council Meeting Agendas
City Council approved multiple funding ordinances for parks, libraries, and infrastructure. The council also granted conditional use permits for a drive-through and mini-warehouse, and approved a rezoning request for Shoulders Hill Road.
- Approved funding for Parks and Recreation, Circuit Court Clerk, Public Library, HUD, and airport projects (8-0)
- Approved rezoning of 5551 and 5635 Shoulders Hill Road from B-2 to RU (8-0)
- Approved ordinance adding 'Flex Space' to Supplemental Use Regulations (8-0)
- Approved conditional use permit for drive-through at 1523 Holland Road (8-0)
- Approved conditional use permit for mini-warehouse at 3075 Godwin Boulevard (8-0)
- Continued consideration of Unified Development Ordinance amendment to April 19, 2023 (8-0)
- Scheduled public hearings for Jan 18, 2023, regarding Shenandoah Cable Television land leases (8-0)
- Approved reconsideration of Rezoning Request RZN2022-004 for Jan 18, 2023 (8-0)
Suffolk Early Childhood Development Commission Meetings
The Commission approved the November 2022 minutes and reported a remaining budget of $52,159.55. Members established two subcommittees to manage the rollout of $10,000 in mini-grants and to review commission bylaws.
- Approved Nov 2, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Created mini-grant subcommittee consisting of Gin, Henry, and Lisa
- Created bylaws subcommittee led by Tamie, including Marie and Henry
- Scheduled bylaws subcommittee meeting for Jan 4, 2023
City Council Work Sessions
The City Council received a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and an update on Hampton Roads Sanitation District capital projects. No public votes were taken on these items. The Council voted to enter a closed meeting to discuss legal matters, appointments, and real property.
- Approved motion to convene in closed meeting for legal counsel, appointments, and real property (6-0)
City Council Meeting Agendas
City Council approved an ordinance restricting through truck traffic over 7,500 pounds on Shoulders Hill Road, Dutchess Way, Baron Boulevard, and Suffolk Meadows Boulevard. The council also approved a restaurant lease at the Suffolk Executive Airport and several land and easement agreements. Additionally, the January 4, 2023, meeting was cancelled.
- Approved truck traffic restrictions on Shoulders Hill Road, Dutchess Way, Baron Boulevard, and Suffolk Meadows Boulevard (8-0)
- Approved lease agreement for restaurant services at Suffolk Executive Airport (8-0)
- Approved disposition of property in Suffolk Industrial Park to the Economic Development Authority (8-0)
- Approved HRSD utility and construction easements for Suffolk Pump Station Replacements Project (8-0)
- Approved vacation of parts of two plats of the River Highlands Subdivision (8-0)
- Approved quitclaim deed to release passive open space in River Highlands Subdivision (8-0)
- Approved appropriation of funds for Suffolk Sheriff’s Department and Kimberly Bridge Feasibility Study (8-0)
- Cancelled January 4, 2023, City Council Meeting (8-0)
City Council Work Sessions
City Council held a work session to review an economic development update from Ninigret Partners, focusing on housing needs and resident attraction. The council then convened in a closed session to discuss board appointments and a business proposal.
- Approved motion to enter closed meeting for legal advice, appointments, and Project Dynamo (7-0)
City Council Meeting Agendas
City Council approved a rezoning for 3075 Godwin Boulevard and a conditional use permit for a day care on Raven Hill Road. The council also authorized property acquisitions for the Pittmantown Road bridge replacement and approved several grant appropriations. Multiple public hearings were scheduled for December 7, 2022.
- Approved property acquisition for Pittmantown Road over Mill Swamp Bridge Replacement (7-0)
- Approved rezoning of 3075 Godwin Boulevard from O-I to B-2 General Commercial (7-0)
- Continued consideration of mini-warehouse permit for 3075 Godwin Boulevard to Dec 21, 2022 (6-1)
- Approved conditional use permit for day care at 1013 Raven Hill Road (7-0)
- Approved appropriation of DMV Animal Friendly License Plate funds (7-0)
- Approved Justice Assistance Grant and COPS funds for Suffolk Police Department (7-0)
- Scheduled Dec 7 public hearings for airport restaurant lease, truck restrictions, and HRSD easements (7-0)
- Appointed Bryan Harris to the Agricultural Advisory Committee (7-0)
Electoral Board Meeting Packets
The Electoral Board met across multiple days to conduct the General Election canvas. The Board reviewed and determined the qualification of provisional ballots, which were then submitted for counting. One election day complaint was received and referred to the City of Chesapeake’s Commonwealth’s Attorney.
- Approved qualification of provisional ballots for counting in the General Election
- Referred election day complaint from Matthew J. Shannon to the City of Chesapeake’s Commonwealth’s Attorney
Electoral Board Meeting Agenda
The Board met across multiple days to conduct the General Election canvas. Members reviewed the qualification of provisional ballots in closed sessions and submitted qualified ballots for counting. One election day complaint was received and referred to the City of Chesapeake’s Commonwealth’s Attorney.
- Approved motion to convene in closed session to determine qualification of provisional ballots
- Submitted qualified provisional ballots for counting in the General Election
- Referred election day complaint from Matthew J. Shannon to the City of Chesapeake’s Commonwealth’s Attorney
City Council Work Sessions
The City Council received a project update on White Marsh Pointe at Eagle Landing. The Council then voted to enter a closed meeting to discuss legal matters, real property, and appointments.
- Approved motion to convene in closed meeting (8-0)
City Council Meeting Agendas
City Council approved an ordinance to accept a deed open-space easement for Meadows Landing Phase 2. The council also approved funding for technology and parks and recreation, and scheduled a public hearing for a bridge replacement project.
- Approved open-space easement for Meadows Landing Phase 2 (8-0)
- Approved appropriation of Commonwealth of Virginia Technology Trust Fund (8-0)
- Approved appropriation of funds for Department of Parks and Recreation (8-0)
- Scheduled Nov 16 public hearing for Pittmantown Road bridge replacement property acquisition (8-0)
- Scheduled City Council Work Session for Nov 16 at 4:00 p.m. (8-0)
- Approved May 4, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0)
- Certified Closed Meeting of Nov 2, 2022 (8-0)
Suffolk Early Childhood Development Commission Meetings
The commission reviewed a remaining budget of $53,323.07 and discussed potential changes to its code and bylaws. No formal votes were taken on the bylaws or the September 7, 2022, minutes due to the lack of a quorum.
- Reviewed September 7, 2022 minutes (no quorum present)
- Discussed budget remaining at $53,323.07
- Proposed changes to representative titles in bylaws (tabled for next month)
Electoral Board Meeting Agenda
The Electoral Board is meeting to approve previous minutes and conduct new business. The primary item on the agenda is a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request from Karen Hurd.
- Karen Hurd’s FOIA Request
Electoral Board Meeting Agenda
The Electoral Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the possible disqualification of a candidate. No other business items are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of possible candidate disqualification
Electoral Board Meeting Agenda
The Electoral Board is holding an emergency meeting. The board will discuss the adoption of a remote meeting policy.
- Adoption of Remote Meeting Policy
Electoral Board Meeting Agenda
The Electoral Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the possible disqualification of a candidate. No other business items are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of possible candidate disqualification
Electoral Board Meeting Agenda
The Electoral Board is meeting to review the status of local redistricting and the possibility of Sunday voting. The body will also address board restructuring and reports on ballot on demand printers.
- Local Redistricting Status Report
- Discussion on Sunday Voting
- Restructuring of the Board
- Ballot on Demand Printers Report
- Draft letters to Election Officers regarding pay and resignations
Electoral Board Meeting Agenda
The Electoral Board is convening for an emergency meeting. The agenda includes a closed session regarding personnel and an open session for certification.
- Closed meeting regarding personnel
- Open meeting for certification
Electoral Board Meeting Agenda
The Electoral Board is meeting to review new business and conduct a certification process. The agenda includes discussions on redistricting and ballot on demand printers.
- Ballot on demand printers
- Redistricting
- Certification (Open Meeting)
Electoral Board Meeting Agenda
The Electoral Board is meeting to discuss election worker status and receive the Registrar's report. The board will also address a C.A.P. training packet under unfinished business.
- C.A.P. Training Packet
- Election Worker Status
- Registrar’s Report
Electoral Board Meeting Agenda
The Electoral Board is meeting to review unfinished business regarding voter registration and election officer administration. The body will also discuss the evaluation of Officers of Election and a VEBA conference report.
- Proposed audit of registered voters over 100 years old
- Redistricting update
- Education, applications, and background checks for Officers of Election
- Annual calendar review
- Evaluation of Officers of Election
Electoral Board Meeting Agenda
The board will review officer of election applications and education requirements. The agenda also includes establishing an annual calendar and rules for public comment.
- Officer of Election application updates
- Annual calendar planning
- Rules for conduct of meetings and recording of public comment
- Certification
Electoral Board Meeting Agenda
The Electoral Board scheduled an emergency meeting for February 23, 2022. The agenda consists of procedural items and a closed meeting.
Electoral Board Meeting Agenda
The Electoral Board is meeting to discuss unfinished business including a proposed audit and budget and redistricting updates. The board will also address the reappointment of officers of election.
- Proposed audit
- New compensation system for Officers of Election
- Budget update
- Redistricting update
- Officers of election reappointment
Electoral Board Meeting Agenda
The Electoral Board will meet to reorganize and review unfinished business regarding the General Registrar and pollbook software. The board will also discuss a new compensation system for Officers of Election and redistricting updates. Members will review officers for reappointment and set goals for 2022.
- Appointment of General Registrar
- Updating of electronic pollbook software
- New compensation system for Officers of Election
- Budget and redistricting updates
- Review of officers of election for reappointment