Category Archives: Safety

SHORE DRIVE AREA PROPERTIES, LLC for a Conditional Change of Zoning from PD-H1 Planned Unit Development District to Conditional B-4. Marlin Bay & Shore Drive.

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CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING JULY 14, 2026

INFORMAL PRE-MEETING 3PM.

City Council Chamber
2401 Courthouse Drive, Building 1, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456 

FORMAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING 6PM.

City Council Conference Room
2401 Courthouse Drive, Building 1, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456

SHORE DRIVE AREA PROPERTIES, LLC for a Conditional Change of Zoning from PD-H1 Planned Unit Development District to Conditional B-4 (SD) Mixed Use District and a Conditional Use Permit re develop a fifty-two (52) condominium project with a small commercial component at 3853

Shore Drive parcels directly Southeast of 3853 Shore Drive DISTRICT 9

SHORE DRIVE AREA LLC CITY COUNCIL JULY 14 26.pdfDownload

Visionaries who’ve accepted the realities & challenges of SLR(Sea Level Rise), climate change and the DewBerry Report understand this is not the highest & best land use of this particular location.

Virginia Beach in a very quick 20 years will be dramatically different in low lying neighborhoods like Ocean Park excluding any direct hits by large hurricanes, nor’easters or tornadoes.

One example opportunity to help build resiliency for future generations.

Bayfront Advisory Commission Meeting and Goals & Objectives meeting – Thursday July 16th @ 1pm for both.

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From Hank:

Please see the attached packet for next week’s BAC meeting. Just as a reminder, we will be starting at 1:00pm on Thursday to go over goals and objectives for FY2027. The regular meeting will begin at 3:30pm. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out any time. Have a great weekend!

BAC 7-16-26_Special Meeting.pdfDownload
One of the unfinished areas of Shore Drive Pedestrian Improvements. Anyone know why the delay to finish?

Proposed PHP Kayak Launch Open House scheduled

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We invite you to attend our Open House on July 27, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Bayside Recreation Center, located at 4500 First Court Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23455.

The Open House will provide an opportunity to review project information, ask questions, and share feedback with the project team.

If built, it’ll certainly be a challenging location to paddle especially if it increases ADA use by novice ADA paddlers.

HIT & RUN 3200 BLOCK SHORE DRIVE MARCH 8th about 310am

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STORY AT WAVY.COM

Police said the vehicle is possibly a 2013-2015 Lexus RX350.

The victim suffered severe injuries.

If you have any information about this case, you can submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-888-LOCK-U-UP, downloading the P3 tips app to a mobile device, or visiting www.P3tips.com and submitting a tip.

Thursday February 19th ‘25 330pm BAC meeting at OPVRS. Join us!

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Ocean Park Fire and Rescue Squad(OPVRS) Building
3769 E. Stratford Road. Enter door opposite Shore Drive.

The mission of the Bayfront Advisory Commission(BAC) is to review and make recommendations to the City Council regarding public and private projects and issues associated with the Bayfront area.

Public comment has apparently changed: expect no public comment discussion with city staff or an ability to ask city staff any questions. Public comment is available at the end of the meeting and may or may not be included in any minutes.

Agenda below:

BAC 2-19-26.pdfDownload

This long delayed project allegedly now starts May 2026.
Note: “Property Acquisition” according to state law could have started & been completed years ago. It’s a CoVB policy not to do so.

Transportation Program Update Briefing Final (01.15.2026).pdfDownload

Be careful walking & cycling on Cape Henry Drive detour while Cape Henry Trail is closed!

Concerns navigating the area during construction & have ADA challenges this link here has info.

Bayfront Public Works Projects Status Spreadsheet – January ‘26 update

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The following update was provided by the City’s Public Works Department. The spreadsheet identifies all of the current projects in the Bayfront Area. Updates are identified in RED.

BAC Meeting – PW Project Updates – January 2026.pdfDownload

In Tree City USA, the PHP WMB plantings are complete including the 703 saplings listed in contract as $30,520. Less than the tree mulch cost of $34,240.

About WCCB “[m]entioned in [Thursday’s BAC] meeting that the City will not be accepting the beach access ramp from the private developer until it is made ADA compliant.  Once the ramp is ADA compliant, the City will accept the ramp and take over maintenance.”

Thursday January 15th ‘25 330pm BAC meeting at OPVRS. Join us!

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Ocean Park Fire and Rescue Squad(OPVRS) Building
3769 E. Stratford Road. Enter door opposite Shore Drive.

The mission of the Bayfront Advisory Commission(BAC) is to review and make recommendations to the City Council regarding public and private projects and issues associated with the Bayfront area.

Public comment has apparently changed: expect no public comment discussion with city staff or an ability to ask city staff any questions. Public comment is available at the end of the meeting and may or may not be included in any minutes.

1-15-26 BAC Meeting Packet.pdfDownload
Route 35 ‘25 ridership was 37,091 over 3x ‘23 woot woot! With basically zero advertising too. Imagine how many people would take it if they knew about it!! It’s use plus safe walking & cycling opportunities would reduce traffic for Phase 3 too duh.

SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA UNDER THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT DJ 204-79-366 effective date APRIL 18 2024

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Screenshot from Settlement Agreement

Full Settlement Agreement PDF at VirginiaBeach.gov. (Opens in new tab)

Americans with Disabilities Act at VirginiaBeach.gov. (Opens in new tab)

“…The ADA applies to all programs, services, and activities offered by the City of Virginia Beach. These include, but are not limited to: the facilities and sites of the City of Virginia Beach programs, services, and activities; City of Virginia Beach roads, parking lots, sidewalks, and pathways; communications between the City of Virginia Beach and the public; courses and examinations offered by the City of Virginia Beach; and employment and public transportation services. The ADA also extends to programs, services, and activities provided by a City contractor for the benefit of the residents of, and visitors to, the City of Virginia Beach…”

Complaints of alleged noncompliance should be directed to the ADA Coordinator.

Raymond J. Mattes, ADA Coordinator 757-385-8444 ADACoordinator@vbgov.com

Screenshot taken Dec 19 ‘25

Procedure posted below provided by:

R.J. Mattes MPA, CBO

CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE

Assistant to the City Manager – Special Projects|ADA Coordinator

Desk | 757.385.8190  |  rmattes@vbgov.com

ADA  | 757.385.8444  |   ADACoordinator@vbgov.com

Administrative Directive-Title-Public Input for Public Infrastructure Projects Undertaken in the City-AD-3.14.pdfDownload
Screenshot from Settlement Agreement

Accessibility at VirginiaBeach.gov.

Screenshot taken Dec 19 ‘25

“Charter businesses can and should operate from private facilities where proper oversight, management, ample parking, and public safety can be provided and insurance verified…”

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Motion at Bayfront Advisory Commission (BAC) that failed to pass November 20 ‘25:

Charter businesses can and should operate from private facilities where proper oversight, management, ample parking, and public safety can be provided and insurance verified.
Charter operations from public boat launch facilities should be prohibited by city code, unless by special permits.
Any permits issued to legally-operating charters should confirm proper business licenses and insurance that indemnifies the city from any suits. No PWC rentals should be permitted. Codes should include fines.

View Lynnhaven Boat Ramp Committee report here.

A busy LBR&BF.

District 9(D9) Community Meeting Hosted by Councilmember Joash Schulman December 1 ‘25 6pm – 8pm. Join us!

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Info including ADA love here.

Public meeting at Louis R. Jones Bayside Recreation Center 4500 First Court Road, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23455

Church Point/Thoroughgood BMP & Conveyance Improvements Project Number 100596 Council District 9 CIP Budget 2024-2030 Total Programmed Project Cost  $45,660,000.

Event Details: 

Councilmember Schulman will host a District 9 community meeting to update residents on current city projects and issues. Topics of discussion include the citywide benefits of tourism and what it brings to our overall economy, new cultural arts funding and related grant programs and pedestrian/bike connectivity improvements currently underway in the district.

“Virginia Beach citizens sue Army Corps over wetlands project that cleared forest at Pleasure House Point”

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Learn more at WHRO.org:

He said he knows the lawsuit against federal officials may be an uphill battle, but he also wants to send a message.

“If we cannot get them to stop what they’re doing, at least we are going to put up some resistance to any future thoughts about taking out the rest of this park,” he said.

Katherine Hafner / WHRO News 
The site of the controversial wetlands project at Pleasure House Point in Virginia Beach, where the city cleared thousands of trees earlier this year. As seen Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.

Thursday November 20th ‘25 330pm BAC meeting at OPVRS. Join us!

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Ocean Park Fire and Rescue Squad(OPVRS) Building
3769 E. Stratford Road. Enter door opposite Shore Drive.

The mission of the Bayfront Advisory Commission(BAC) is to review and make recommendations to the City Council regarding public and private projects and issues associated with the Bayfront area.

11-20-25 BAC Meeting Packet.pdfDownload
Planned closure of south side sidewalk coming soon. Detour on Cape Henry Trail(CHT)! Be safe folks & get outta those vehicles and walk or bike!

Thursday October 16th ‘25 330pm BAC meeting at OPVRS. Join us!

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Ocean Park Fire and Rescue Squad(OPVRS) Building
3769 E. Stratford Road. Enter door opposite Shore Drive.

The mission of the Bayfront Advisory Commission(BAC) is to review and make recommendations to the City Council regarding public and private projects and issues associated with the Bayfront area.

10-16-25 BAC Meeting Packet.pdfDownload
Prepping for storm blocking heavily used sidewalk.

District 8 Community Meeting Hosted by Councilmember Stacy Cummings

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DATE & TIME

Monday, Oct. 20, 2025
5:30p.m. – 7:30p.m. (2h 0m)

LOCATION

Central Library
4100 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23452

Join us!

Event info about community meeting here.

Dominion Power replacing high power tension lines that almost came down during September 16 storm. Hooray!

“Safety concerns at the Lynnhaven Boat Ramp in Virginia Beach have sparked heated discussions among Virginia Beach neighbors, leading a subcommittee to discuss restricting commercial charter boat operations from the public launch.”

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Reporting from WTKR.com:

https://www.wtkr.com/news/in-the-community/virginia-beach/virginia-beach-committee-recommends-restricting-charter-boats-from-lynnhaven-boat-ramp-amid-safety-concerns

News 3 has been reporting on the safety concerns of neighbors who live in that area for months.

Thursday September 18th ‘25 330pm BAC meeting at OPVRS. Join us!

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Ocean Park Fire and Rescue Squad(OPVRS) Building
3769 E. Stratford Road. Enter door opposite Shore Drive.

The mission of the Bayfront Advisory Commission(BAC) is to review and make recommendations to the City Council regarding public and private projects and issues associated with the Bayfront area.

9-18-25 BAC Meeting Packet.pdfDownload

A positive improvement by possibly the consultant hired to ensure pedestrian & cycling access gets appropriate love during P3.

Join us! September 11 5pm John B. Dey “Event Details: This meeting will provide information and gather input on proposed pedestrian crossing improvements at North Great Neck Road and the Cape Henry Trail.”

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HAWK Signal Phase 1 (CIP 100423.108) – Public Information Meeting.

“The project includes installation of a HAWK (High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk) signal to enhance safety and connectivity for trail users crossing the corridor.”

An example graphic of new pedestrian & cycling safety HAWK signal.
The very popular Cape Henry Trail.
Note: safe pedestrian & cyclist infrastructure means less vehicles on roads.

See y’all there!

BAYFRONT ADVISORY COMMISSION SHORE DR PHASE 3 UPDATE August 21st ‘25

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A few select slides from update.

Thanks to Project Manager William Purcell, P.E. for update!

View all the slides below:

20250821-bac-briefing.pdfDownload

Thursday August 21st ‘25 330pm BAC meeting at OPVRS. Join us!

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Ocean Park Fire and Rescue Squad(OPVRS) Building
3769 E. Stratford Road. Enter door opposite Shore Drive.

The mission of the Bayfront Advisory Commission(BAC) is to review and make recommendations to the City Council regarding public and private projects and issues associated with the Bayfront area.

20250821 BAC Briefing.pdfDownload
BAC FY24-25 Annual Report – FINAL.pdfDownload
8-21-25 BAC Meeting Packet.pdfDownload
Will the trees destroyed in ROW be replaced some day?