Thanks to Hank for updated Agenda.
Official info link about meeting at Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad. (Please enter door opposite Shore Drive.)
Updated Agenda for BAC Thursday, September 21 330pm at OPVRS. Join us!
BAYFRONT ADVISORY COMMISSION meeting at Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad September 21, 2023 330pm. Join us!
THE NEEDLESS DESTRUCTION OF ABOUT 6 LIVE OAKS, The City Tree, will be on the Agenda.
Bayfront Advisory Commission meeting link at City’s website.
Bayfront Advisory Commission Agenda next week includes the Virginia Natural Gas property in Ocean Park. Join us!
Complete agenda, once we receive it, will be shared in another post.
BAC meets at OPVRS Thursday, September 21st.
Preliminary info about live oaks & pine trees cut down right now on Shore Drive by Virginia Natural Gas
Thanks to Mickey Toll, owner of Chesapeake Tree Service, for explaining that the larger live oak pieces being cut down will be hauled away by North Landing Firewood & Hauling Inc and milled for USE AS LUMBER for furniture & other potential uses well beyond mulch & firewood. Hooray!
Virginia Natural Gas recently acquired the property in December 2022.
Property detail at official VB website.
Another view of sole live oak that will remain standing.
Want to protect live oak tree?
JOIN FRIENDS of LIVE OAKS TODAY!
Interim sidewalk improvements in OP plus P3 & P4 updates.
Update from Hank about Phase 4 & 3:
Phil Pullen from Public Works informed me that his team will be presenting on the Shore Drive Projects at next month’s BAC meeting. …He also informed me that they are still scoping out the interim sidewalk improvements and will have a cost/schedule for the improvements soon. The attached status report will be placed on the BAC webpage by the end of the week.
“The Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization is seeking your feedback regarding roadway safety concerns in the Hampton Roads region.”
Start here to view Hampton Roads Regional Safety Study.
About the Hampton Roads Planning Transportation Organization (HRPTO).
Bayfront Advisory Commission Meeting – Thursday August 17th 3:30pm in OPVRS
Join us!
OPVRS is Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad located at 3769 E Stratford Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23455.
Enter door opposite Shore Drive.
Thanks to Hank for Agenda!
COMMUNITY REPORTS AND UPDATES
Interim sidewalk improvements are expected in late fall, pending funding and land acquisition.
District 9 Councilmember Joash Schulman will host listening sessions—Aug. 12 from 3-4:30 p.m. and Aug. 19 from 5:30-7 p.m.
District 9 Councilmember Joash Schulman will host listening sessions—Aug. 12 from 3-4:30 p.m. and Aug. 19 from 5:30-7 p.m.—to gain input and concerns from residents prior to the City Council Retreat.
Residents will have two opportunities to participate:
- Session 1 – Saturday, Aug. 12, 3-4:30 p.m.
Bayside Area Library, 936 Independence Blvd.
- Session 2 – Saturday, Aug. 19, 5:30-7 p.m.
Bayside Recreation Center, 4500 First Court Road
Attendees will have an opportunity to engage in small group discussions and identify citywide/district-specific priorities.
Wrapping Up Your Summer with a Life-Saving Gesture: Donate Blood and Make a Lasting Impact
As summer draws to a close, there is no better way to conclude this season of growth, connection, and adventure than by giving the gift of life. Donating blood is a small sacrifice that yields a profound impact, resonating far beyond the confines of a single moment. Your decision to donate blood is a reminder that compassion knows no season, and your gesture will serve as a beacon of hope for those in need.
DONATE Friday September 8, 2023 2pm – 6pm
2 SHOT at LYNNHAVEN BOAT RAMP coverage
Edit: Note, WTKR pulled working link down. Twice.
Edit: This link currently works https://www.wtkr.com/adult-juvenile-expected-to-recover-after-shooting-in-vb-by-lesner-bridge
Two victims, one juvenile and one adult, were struck by gunshots, but were driven to the hospital before officers arrived on scene.
Sand move from LBR to Cape Henry Beach complete!
From Jim:
There is some cleanup to do at the beach and the contractor is completing the construction of the perimeter dike at the DMMA site. The cleanup and equipment removal at the beach should wrap up this week. The perimeter dike at the DMMA site will be completed by mid-August.
Facts about the project:
+Sand hauling to Cape Henry Beach began on May 2, 2023
+Sand hauling to Cape Henry Beach was completed on July 26, 2023
+Cape Henry beach was nourished between the Point Chesapeake +Condominium gazebo and just west of the Jade St beach access (approximately 1,800ft in length)
+Volume of sand placed within the Cape Henry Beach project limits = 70,200cys (or 38cys/ft)
+Number of trucks that hauled the sand = 5,220
+Average trucks per day = 93
+Average volume of sand transported in a single truck load = 13.5cys
+The base elevation at the DMMA site is +10ft above sea level
+The highest elevation at the DMMA site prior to the start of construction was +35ft above sea level
+The new sand perimeter dike at the DMMA site will have a crest elevation of between +15ft and +18ft above sea level
A successful project!
Throw forward Thursday and the reality of sea level rise & climate change on the Bayfront
2022 Sea Level Rise Technical Report
Norfolk-Va Beach Joint Land Use Study
This Just In – data dump about $52M 1/2 mile Phase 4 at OPCL.org
10X MORE “MODERATE” (TYPICALLY DAMAGING) FLOODING.
Comprehensive Plan focus group meeting Thursday 6pm HIVE Town Center
Care what VB becomes? Join us!
6pm at The Hive in Town Center 4636 Columbus Street
Bayfront Advisory Commission Meeting – Thursday July 20 3:30pm in OPVRS
You can also join the meeting earlier!
12:00pm – 12:30pm – Lunch
12:30pm – 3:00pm – Goals/Objectives Exercise
3:00pm – 3:30pm – take a break; regroup for regular BAC meeting
OPVRS = Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad 3769 E Stratford Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23455.
Enter door opposite Shore Drive.
Councilman Schulman District 9 Town Hall Meeting – Wed June 28th @ 6 PM
Community Meeting Hosted by Councilmember Joash Schulman
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28, 2023 (6:00PM – 8:00PM)
Bayside Recreation Center| 4500 First Court Road, Virginia Beach
Councilmember Schulman will host a town hall meeting to update residents on current city projects and issues that impact District 9. City staff representing Public Works, Parks and Recreation, Budget and public safety will be in attendance to discuss various topics. Attendees will have an opportunity to have their questions addressed.
The meeting will be held in Rooms 1 and 2.
Please direct requests for an accommodation, auxiliary aid or modification to policy in order to participate in a City program, service or activity to the Communications Office, 757-385-4679, as soon as possible before the program, service or activity is scheduled to begin, but in all instances no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Bayfront Advisory Commission Meeting – Thursday June 15th @ 3:30pm in OPVRS
Join us as we dedicate the new OPVRS flagpole to Don Anderson and his 40+ years of volunteer service to the Ocean Park Community and the City of Virginia Beach.
Live Oak Walk. Join us JUNE 10 Saturday 8am-10am. Get the low down on live oaks & maritime forest at FLSP!
Friends of Live Oaks is Hosting hosting a Live Oak Walk (LOW) at First Landing State Park Picnic Area. 2500 Shore Drive Virginia Beach Virginia 23451 JUNE 10 from 8am to 10am. JOIN US!
Start here at FriendsOfLiveOaks.org to sign up for this rare treat!
“The City Council approved on Tuesday the transfer of $1.2 million from the parking enterprise fund for Freebee.”
Shore Drive gets shafted yet again. So far.
While OceanFront again secures infinite funding, the Bayfront Shuttle budget gets SLASHED IN HALF.
“Route 35 Bayfront – The frequency will be modified to operate every 60-minutes. Route 35 will not provide service to Parks Avenue/19th Street. Service will be streamlined along Pacific Avenue. Route 35 will service the Edgar Cayce A.R.E on 67th St.”
BAYFRONT SHUTTLE ROUTE 35 at HRT.
Pints for Preservation: Enjoy History Trivia and Craft Beer in Support of Cape Henry Lighthouse
In partnership with Preservation Virginia, the nation’s oldest statewide historic preservation organization, the Virginia Beach Historic Preservation Commission invites you to celebrate May as Historic Preservation Month through “Pints for Preservation.” Take part in this refreshing experience at local craft breweries in support of the Cape Henry Lighthouse and its ongoing preservation needs.
Throughout the month of May, each participating brewery is donating $1 per pint sold of their special designated Historic Preservation Month beer to support the lighthouse. The special beers are:
- Reavenator Maibock – Reaver Beach Brewing Company
- Without Question Light Lager – Pleasure House Brewing
- Witty Wilde Belgian Wit. – Vibrant Shore Brewing Company
Find out how much you know about local history as your trivia team competes for prizes during the two remaining trivia nights. Each event will test your knowledge about Virginia Beach’s history starting at 7 p.m. on these dates and locations:
- Monday, May 22, Pleasure House Brewing, 2032 Pleasure House Road
- Thursday, May 25, Vibrant Shore Brewing, 505 18th St.
Commemorative pint glasses will also be available for a donation ($10 each; 2 for $15) during the trivia nights and all proceeds go to the lighthouse’s restoration fund.
Contact Mark Reed, 757-385-8573, mreed@vbgov.com for additional information about the Historic Preservation Month events.
The Virginia Beach Historic Preservation Commission is a City Council-appointed body that advises council on issues related to historic resources. They seek to preserve, protect and maintain the historic integrity of Virginia Beach and the former Princess Anne County through a program of advocacy and increased public awareness and involvement. The commission actively supports projects to survey historic resources, recognize historic buildings, districts and events, and research hidden areas of the city’s history. Visit www.VBgov.com/historicpreservation for additional information about the Historic Preservation Commission.
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