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A motion read in the work session record cited clauses 3 and 8 of subsection A of Virginia Code §2.2‑3711. The motion stated the council would discuss acquisition of real property in Ward 5 and disposition of real property in Ward 3, where open discussion would adversely affect the bargaining position of the public body, and would consult with legal counsel on a matter requiring legal advice.

Council members voted “Aye” as recorded: Mr. Clanton, Mrs. Doyle, Mrs. Johnson, Mr. McGee, Mr. Page, Mr. Mage (transcribed as \"Mr. Mage\"), Mr. Thomas and Dr. Alexander (the transcript shows the roll call and affirmative votes). The motion passed and the council moved to the closed session location described in the record.

The motion to enter closed session referenced Virginia’s FOIA exemption for certain closed discussions; no substantive details of the closed items were discussed in open session beyond what is quoted in the motion language.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Norfolk City Council Work Session - June 10, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","At the conclusion of the June 10 work session the City Council voted to meet in closed session under subsection A(3) and A(8) of Virginia Code §2.2‑3711 to discuss acquisition and disposition of real property and to seek legal advice.","taxTitle","Norfolk, Norfolk County, Virginia","taxId",4671,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6524880,"Council adopts resolution allowing Councilwoman Courtney Doyle to participate remotely",31,63000,94000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5075591-e934cc6bb9d90dc89de3e2b2473752a3&start=63&end=94","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5075591-e934cc6bb9d90dc89de3e2b2473752a3/thumbnail_63000.jpg","/articles/6524880/Norfolk/Norfolk-County/Virginia/Council-adopts-resolution-allowing-Councilwoman-Courtney-Doyle-to-participate-remotely","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6524880-6b36822f8d8ab1161da16211d984076f/orig.mp4?Expires=1771177580&Signature=hMfJuqab1JJ2QMoKVFU9-MyBMl2n92Dy~RvJmO34vVLjwTQQ7wCs8enlNVjQLG~ZmR0jkM-Xm37j3vrHXmxzzuFKJoU3SYijN2DOHK7TxDizW-43yp3Zbi5Ck8MvOKQzuISu1HMVNi3LN3KTWwmDw59oMYu8HNOy2SSQ3reP3QZLq5fmuPiZ00o6LUPIWsNhaPtk5Yj3zqI8MOYXnavWstCMjo6vF0XgujVCIk3HC17lMZA55MXCFoU0MU3qVqk2rPneUiZftnT0A0c8OklElQBkT1p3jIQu3KKPRr4JHJSDje3fEbycRuzlaIqZlyUocaxK~dWzOgnOw0r5mkf8DA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Norfolk City Council adopted a resolution on June 10 permitting Councilwoman Courtney Doyle to participate remotely in the work session.

The resolution was read into the record and members voted affirmatively. The roll call recorded “Aye” votes from Mr. Clanton, Mrs. Johnson, Mr. McGee, Mr. Page, Mr. Smigiel, Mr. Thomas and Dr. Alexander; the motion passed.

The resolution language as read in the meeting stated it was a motion “permitting Councilwoman Courtney Doyle to participate remotely in today's works[ession],” and the council recorded the vote in open session. No additional conditions or legal citations were read into the record during the work session briefing.","The City Council adopted a resolution permitting Councilwoman Courtney Doyle to participate remotely in the June 10 work session; the motion was approved by recorded voice votes.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6524885,"Planning director previews three zoning items headed to council: brewery CUP, townhouse rezoning and a short‑term rental request",413,1793000,2206000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5075591-e934cc6bb9d90dc89de3e2b2473752a3&start=1793&end=2206","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5075591-e934cc6bb9d90dc89de3e2b2473752a3/thumbnail_1793000.jpg","/articles/6524885/Norfolk/Norfolk-County/Virginia/Planning-director-previews-three-zoning-items-headed-to-council-brewery-CUP-townhouse-rezoning-and-a-shortterm-rental-request","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6524885-21369be3db7f1c146ad5ddf16dd5e068/orig.mp4?Expires=1771177580&Signature=LzxLtKDaL~xQNiInZCY7Xbm64Yidvg6ldvEC1dwB~pXrzYS~ioqATXOzwPaXmhrI14iwCSWCzLr9Qv7ZRLVoZsaNkR~kkt6kt0fNas1vU1~fclCYS8xaUMTDlZgeft-PcwglQ~Ssa54gEC9JAr9qyICK2no7TIMBudlm-vjLgBNh7H2ja872e~IM71d1P4iQnaZccAk5gl63n0QpVc~Q1zbmncITlTxMeUjQpb1C3k~wz7VSVYvL7fcIdDNHCCzXg6qWZgzADr-~GdD2sdoDGnrAOr-HGsuuzdEYu1SXIASnsJmfi~YMiigBQ5PMeRqn6kyKc08PwiGUy8gqZUFGww__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Bobby Tahan, the city planning director, briefed the City Council on June 10 about three items tentatively scheduled for council action at the next meeting.

Rip Rap Brewing Company (address as presented in the briefing): the business at 114 East 20th/5th Street (as presented) is operating as an existing brewery under new ownership and has requested a conditional use permit to continue live entertainment and alcohol sales. Tahan said the Planning Commission recommended approval; as proposed the outdoor area by the entrance would be standing room only, smoking would be prohibited in that outdoor area and entertainment and alcohol sales hours would be unified to 10 a.m.–10 p.m. seven days a week (a reduction from prior approvals). The site occupancy was listed as 114 and the Planning Commission’s recommendation includes a two‑year expiration for the conditional use permit for a first‑time owner/operator.

Rezoning and conditional use permit at 1485 Johnston’s Road: the applicant (Dennis Woodbury and BLW plus LLC) requested a conditional rezoning from an institutional designation to a conditional multifamily neighborhood‑scale designation and a CUP to continue the existing child day care center on the site while constructing seven townhouse‑style multifamily units. Tahan said the Planning Commission recommended approval by a 6–0 vote. The applicant has indicated an intent to sell the units (potentially fee‑simple or condominium), but there is no condition requiring sale rather than rental. Tahan noted a stormwater management facility will be required and must be maintained; the application allows continuation of the daycare by CUP.

Short‑term rental CUP (owner listed as Abel Cortez): Tahan described an application for one property comprising two parcels (transcribed as “1001 And 100330 Fifth Street”) to convert a legally operated homestay (the owner’s primary residence) to a vacation rental that would no longer be required to be the owner’s primary residence. The Planning Commission recommended approval by a 5–1 vote. Tahan said there is a two‑year expiration on first‑time short‑term rental approvals; the Park Place Civic League took a neutral position and staff received an email and a public speaker in opposition.

Councilors asked clarifying questions about the townhouse project and whether the units would be required to be for sale; Tahan said the applicant indicated plans to sell but that neither the proffers nor conditions would prohibit rentals. Council members asked staff to obtain additional information from applicants to share with council ahead of the public hearing.

No formal council votes on these items were taken at the work session; Tahan’s presentation was an informational update ahead of the scheduled council votes.","Planning Director Bobby Tahan told the Council on June 10 that the Planning Commission recommended approval of a conditional use permit for Rip Rap Brewing under new ownership, a combined rezoning and CUP for a 7‑unit townhouse project that would retain an on‑site daycare, and a first‑time short‑term rental application that drew mixed feedback.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6524889,"City auditor outlines proposed 2026 work plan including fuel‑card and grants compliance reviews",212,101000,313000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5075591-e934cc6bb9d90dc89de3e2b2473752a3&start=101&end=313","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5075591-e934cc6bb9d90dc89de3e2b2473752a3/thumbnail_101000.jpg","/articles/6524889/Norfolk/Norfolk-County/Virginia/City-auditor-outlines-proposed-2026-work-plan-including-fuelcard-and-grants-compliance-reviews","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6524889-f6c7ddd0765218d75a4aa22f82737aca/orig.mp4?Expires=1771177580&Signature=OCFj73louko61z~T6z9lz4Ii-dtMoyvLaGneL1zUFSzCVorhvkR-ifSUsNYA1r-MOzlPAJKt02qp1mCHsXTzAwpdciUoBvyNDDPYW8sDHoZE3-LnVj~8wSJ6CuiIlDupPZcXBuVEjsFgxoaPVyHcAzUVICT6bAmb3zkyaHyPEPKoibbB~4gXEQaaRCvdPzjfCoMrMbLGt-y7CPYWOqKiZco0JMNcDYe3bUaMCAl7MeHQHwqNUoB0Hn0QrlA6--x7pRu~SquUbbImMGQgDxfhtGDi0E5A23qV4C5GWlF-2fl1BuSwKyIx78Tkiny1SHluFW7PlRxo9VqhZqqkLc39rg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Brad Smith, Norfolk’s city auditor, presented the proposed fiscal year 2026 annual audit plan to the City Council on June 10 and described how audits are selected, executed and reported.

Smith said the annual work plan sets a 12‑month audit framework but must remain flexible to address unanticipated high‑risk priorities and inquiries. He outlined three audit phases — planning, field work (detailed testing) and reporting — and described the use of interviews, process walk‑throughs and test objectives during planning.

Smith said four audits were already in progress: the traffic safety program (in report phase), towing operations, police overtime and street sweeping. Proposed new audits for fiscal 2026 include a citywide vehicle fuel‑card review, grants compliance, fire rescue medication process, retirement payment process and follow‑up reviews of prior audit recommendations. Other ongoing projects identified included hotline inquiries and investigations, review of citywide expenditures, a missing/lost/stolen property database review, credit card transaction reviews and cash counts.

Councilor (Mr.) Smigiel asked whether the auditor’s office has the staffing and equipment needed to conduct all planned audits. Smith replied, “I have everything I need,” and said he would request additional resources if specific needs arise.

Several council members thanked Smith for outreach and visibility, including participation in civic league meetings. No formal council action or vote on the audit plan occurred during the work session.

Smith closed by asking council members to raise any additional audit priorities with his office.","City Auditor Brad Smith presented a proposed 2026 audit plan to the City Council on June 10 describing current audits in progress and proposed topics including a citywide fuel‑card review, grants compliance and follow‑up reviews of prior recommendations.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6524894,"Norfolk emergency officials urge residents to prepare as NOAA predicts above‑average 2025 hurricane season",944,454000,1398000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5075591-e934cc6bb9d90dc89de3e2b2473752a3&start=454&end=1398","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5075591-e934cc6bb9d90dc89de3e2b2473752a3/thumbnail_454000.jpg","/articles/6524894/Norfolk/Norfolk-County/Virginia/Norfolk-emergency-officials-urge-residents-to-prepare-as-NOAA-predicts-aboveaverage-2025-hurricane-season","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6524894-2213b254b925e117a5172a7ed965d29e/orig.mp4?Expires=1771177580&Signature=Ruu~vMHZHLuy2RZ1k7xr7Lp8-vNEUW53fU1-Hv76Fy73Lf57cqc9UchypbQMvSntyWNyPs1RMroHNoE0ZwtvbWut9332G1NKBpkJhyIHRpHg9YPrbjv7YAjz4x0rHjTAfDqtvbrH3cn2yywhqULGOAcyupFk9oIJY7xn2ss46azfGGPQWDXP3Zm3dUxohCYIm7pp7nNxT7IeWtQbYgV83oDiD3aH7OLkIFHUdHCkpAjHRFtLZkFsJPOO4RXb3G8cmkaOluYz-c-EvDBnXDtdqXzjBYWwiEclWLfcXHldha4~XEMWcQYMK4Q-hIi4TlEIqOocLRJLZpUODrMgscT~5g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Norfolk emergency management officials told the City Council on June 10 that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is forecasting a 60% chance of an above‑average 2025 Atlantic hurricane season and urged residents to prepare now.

Daniel Hudson, director of the Office of Emergency Management, said NOAA’s forecast calls for 13 to 19 named storms, 6 to 10 hurricanes and 3 to 5 major hurricanes, with a 70% confidence in the projection. “It only takes one storm to be a major impact in Norfolk,” Hudson said.

The warning matters because Norfolk’s location and infrastructure make it vulnerable to wind, flooding and storm surge. Hudson told council members the city has updated emergency plans, expanded outreach and is testing systems to keep community lifelines — safety and security; health and medical; food, water and shelter; energy; communications; transportation; and hazardous materials — functioning before, during and after storms.

Key steps the city reported taking or planning for the season include:
- Buying two mobile Starlink dishes to provide emergency internet connectivity if cell or wired networks fail;
- Installing two new weather stations to give the emergency operations center improved real‑time data;
- Purchasing 10 pocket talk devices to enable multilingual, in‑field translation in more than 80 languages;
- Finalizing a revised emergency operations handbook aligned with the Incident Command System and National Incident Management System; and
- Scheduling a full‑scale shelter and evacuation exercise from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. June 24 at Norview High School to test shelter registration, medical triage, a 20‑bed setup, pet sheltering and STARLINK communications.

Hudson said the city has distributed evacuation‑zone magnets and will continue community engagement through civic leagues, businesses and a pilot partnership with First United Presbyterian Church to build neighborhood resilience. He encouraged residents to sign up for Norfolk Alert and use knowyourzoneva.org to confirm their evacuation zone.

Council members asked for additional operational detail. Councilor (Mr.) Smigiel asked whether drop‑off sites for storm debris are identified; Hudson said public works has identified locations and the city will coordinate debris messaging through the joint information center. Councilor (Mrs.) Johnson supported the church hub approach, saying it helps reach underserved neighborhoods.

Hudson described how the city uses Wireless Emergency Alerts and geo‑targeted messages, and said the city conducts monthly WEA tests and publishes all emergency plans at norfolk.gov/emergency. He also noted the city formally adopted its basic emergency operations plan and annexes in 2023 and reviews plans annually with a full adoption review every four years.

Hudson closed by asking council members to promote preparedness to their constituents and offering emergency management staff as a resource to civic leagues and neighborhood groups.

A June 24 shelter exercise and the ongoing purchases and exercises are steps the city said it has already scheduled or completed; council members did not take a formal vote on hurricane preparedness during the work session.","Daniel Hudson, director of Norfolk’s Office of Emergency Management, told the City Council the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration projects 13–19 named storms this season and outlined local readiness steps including a full‑scale shelter exercise on June 24, new communications tools and neighborhood outreach through churches.","actionData","errors"]

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