After years of studies and waiting, a federal plan to help rehabilitate the Lynnhaven River is moving forward.
The Senate passed a bill Thursday authorizing a $12 billion package of water projects across the country, including $22.8 million for work in Virginia Beach’s largest waterway.
Swimming Advisory Lifted for the Chesapeake Bay from Wake Forest Street to Kendall Street
The Virginia Beach Department of Public Health has lifted a swimming and wading advisory that was issued for the Chesapeake Bay between Wake Forest Street and Kendall Street, and including the First Landing State Park coastline along the bay. Lab results showed bacteria levels in the water meet the State Water Quality Standards.
Signs have been removed that previously alerted the public of the advisory.
****TUESDAY – TUESDAY – TUESDAY**** May 27th – SDCC General Meeting
Click here for a printable agenda SDCC Agenda March2014
TUESDAY 27 MAY 2014
PLEASE NOTE CHANGE IN DATE TO TUESDAY DUE TO MEMORIAL DAY
Shore Drive Community Coalition
SDCC General Meeting
7:30-8:30 pm
Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad Station (Intersection of Shore Drive and East Stratford Rd.)
Call to order:
Meeting topic: Lynnhaven River Now speaker TRISTA IMRICH will discuss the environmental impact and our future costs of Storm Water Runoff pollution into the LYNNHAVEN Estuary
Officers’ Reports: President’s Report David Williams
Vice President’s report Rick Mercadante
Secretary’s Report Todd Solomon –APR Minutes
Treasurer’s Report Paulette Hruska
Old Business
New Business
Adjourn
Next SDCC- Monday JUNE 30, 2014 Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad Center
Please check www.sdcc.info for more information on area news and events
Thank You’s and Amens!
Please accept my humble thank you’s for all your well wishes and get well cards following my recent health issue. While my body feels OK, I still am not fully recovered from the kick that my body gave me. With a broader perspective on both the down side and up side of this existence, I can only feel so blessed and special. I thought that I had been doing all the right things that would increase my life’s margins, but I was proven wrong. Now, I am getting back up and getting my momentum back. I know that there are a lot more people out there living a lot closer to the edge and would never let anyone know. I am so grateful and feel so blessed and lucky to be on this side. Thank you all.
Warmly,
David
Swimming Advisory Issued for Cape Story and First Landing State Park
The city’s health department has issued a swimming and wading advisory for the Chesapeake Bay between Wake Forest and Kendall streets because of bacteria levels in the water.
The advisory includes the First Landing State Park coastline along the bay. It does not affect the Oceanfront.
Recent tests by the health department found bacteria levels exceeded State Water Quality Standards, according to a news release.
Signs will be posted on the beach.
“A bicyclist was struck and killed by a vehicle in Virginia Beach while he was cycling with his wife Monday. MPO James Cason with the Virginia Beach Police Department said the crash happened around 10:45 a.m. at 83rd Street and Atlantic Avenue near Shore Drive. The victim, identified as 65-year-old Pierre Foget of Quebec, was cycling with his wife in the bike path.”
First Chic’s Beach neighborhood surf and turf : Paddleboard race and run
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Publicity Contact: Marcela Hopkins
Cell: 757 969-9678
Email: estrella77975@hotmail.com
Facebook: CXB 5k & Paddle Board Classic
May 12, 2014
First Chic’s Beach neighborhood surf and turf : Paddleboard race and run
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va.—Chesapeake Beach Civic League will hold the first CXB 5k & Paddleboard Classic, a paddleboard race and fun-run dubbed a “surf and turf” in the spirit of the historic Low Rent Regatta beginning at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, June 7, 2014 to benefit civic league special events and the community.
The race course encompasses the neighborhood of Chesapeake Beach (Chic’s Beach) along the Chesapeake Bay. A family and community event, the 5 km race begins at HK on the Bay at 8:30 a.m. The first of the stand up paddleboard (SUP) portions beginning immediately after at Buoy 44 on the beach. The SUP portion will have four waves of start times 10:30 a.m. (men 14 feet and below class), 10:45 a.m. (women 14 feet and below), 11:00 a.m. (juniors 14 feet and below), 11:15 a.m. (legends 14 feet and below). Racers may participate in the portion of their choice or the whole surf and turf event of road and paddleboard race. Board-less paddlers may rent boards the for the day of the race from CXB Paddle Company by calling 757 323-0201. For more information go to http://www.CXBcivicleague.org or the CXB 5K & Paddleboard Classic Facebook event site. Racers register at https://.raceit.com/Register/?event=27344, volunteers may register at https://www.raceit.com/Register/?event=27361 or go to Race-IT at http://www.raceit.com and search zip code 23455.
Mike Hopkins, Chic’s Beach resident, has had the idea of a neighborhood race since moving to the area in 2007 and participating in organized races, running for fitness and pleasure. “I’ve always wanted to have a 5k in my neighborhood so that runners from other areas would get to feel that same spirit that propelled the Low Rent Regatta success all those years ago,” said Hopkins.
Erin Hazlett and Bart Elling owners of CXB Paddle Company, also Chic’s Beach residents, joined with their SUP experience rounding out the surf and turf concept. “This event, to me, is a beautiful fusion of the things I am most passionate about: the one-of-a-kind, supportive community of Chic’s Beach that I am proud to call home; the dream job that has become a reality and the true love I have for the sport of paddleboarding,” said Hazlett.
The civic league, led by President T.J. Morgan, unanimously voted to support the event promoting community spirit and participation. The referenced Low Rent Regatta began in the 1970’s as a spoof of a more professional catamaran race at the oceanfront. In the laid-back spirit of the bay beaches, Low Rent vessels merely needed floating capability to participate, making the race accessible to everyone. The popular race ran for about 20 years from the beaches near the former Alexander’s on the Bay—now Buoy 44.
Current sponsors of the CXB 5k & Paddleboard Classic include Chic’s Beach Grill, The Lagoon, Froggies Cantina by the Bay, HK on the Bay, Buoy 44, CXB BBQ, CXB Paddle Company, Wilbanks, Smith & Thomas Asset Management, Chix Beach Gym and Cider Tires.
Contact for sponsors/donors: Mike Hopkins 757 729-1802, email: seadogmfh1971@aol.com
Contact for turf racers: Mike Hopkins 757 729-1802, email: seadogmfh1971@aol.com
Contact for surf racers: Erin Hazlett or Bart Elling (757)323-0201, email: info@cxbpaddleco.com
“If approved, the $72 million Point Chesapeake development will include eight five-story buildings with a mix of condominiums and high-end apartments, Bowie said.”
View the article at Pilotonline.com.
Photo Credit: Courtesy handout from The Terry Peterson Companies
City Staff Presentation on Parking Study – Monday May 12th at 7:30pm
All are welcome at the CSBTS Civic Meeting.
CSBTS Civic Association General Meeting
Monday May 12th at 7:30pm in the Virginia Beach Resort Conference Hotel
Special guest speaker – Mr. Mike Shahsiah, Senior Traffic Engineer for City of VB.
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Not enough parking available for company?
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Too many beach tourists parking on your front lawn?
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Cars parked on Shore Drive make it hard to see when you pull out from your street?
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Illegal “No Parking” signs placed on your street?
Come out and hear what the City has been studying regarding these questions and more for our neighborhood. Below is the basic study premise and the interim study details can be viewed by clicking this link – http://capestory.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/bayfront-traffic-study-report.pdf
At the request of Bayfront Advisory Committee, Traffic Engineering staff has surveyed the Bayfront Communities north of Shore Drive between the Lesner Bridge and State Park, including Cape Story by the Sea community. The purpose of this parking survey was to locate the illegal no parking signs, misplaced signs, illegal encroachments, and those legal no parking signs that are no longer needed due to changes over the years in this area.
Virginian-Pilot Article on Saturday’s Stabbing
In case you missed it, here is the Virginian-Pilot’s article regarding Saturday’s stabbing incident at Chesapeake House on the Bay condos.
Stabbing at condominium near Lesner Bridge in Va. Beach
By Stacy Parker
The Virginian-Pilot
© April 26, 2014Three people suffered stab wounds after a domestic-related incident turned violent Friday.
Police and rescue personnel responded to a call at 3:24 p.m. at Chesapeake House on the Bay, a condominium complex at 3558 Shore Drive, where they found three victims complaining of stab wounds, said Officer Tonya Borman, police spokesperson.
Two victims were transported to the hospital with non life-threatening injuries. One person was treated at the scene.
The suspect, Bradley Good, 18, was located and arrested. Good has been charged with one account of aggravated malicious wounding.
SDCC General Meeting Tonight – Monday April 28th at 7:30pm
Click here for a printable version of the agenda SDCC Agenda April 2014
Shore Drive Community Coalition General Meeting
Monday April 28, 2014
7:30-8:30 pm
Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad Station
(Intersection of Shore Drive and East Stratford Rd.)
Call to order:
Meeting topic: General discussion on various Shore Drive projects
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Flood improvements – Short Term Projects – Sluice gates for Cape Henry/Cape Story by the Sea/Lynnhaven Colony; Stormwater piping and pumping for Ocean Park
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Flood improvements – Long Term Solutions – Shore Drive neighborhoods. City Council to prioritize with public input
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FEMA/National Flood Insurance Program – Updates and contacts
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Lesner Bridge replacement – Progress update
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Neighborhood Dredge Program and Spoils Transfer Stations – Program update
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Shore Drive Parking Study – Project to increase available parking North of Shore Drive between Lesner Bridge and State Park
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Shore Drive Safety Improvement Project – Project changes and schedule update
Officers’ Reports: President’s Report David Williams
Vice President’s Report Rick Mercadante
Secretary’s Report Todd Solomon –March Minutes
Treasurer’s Report Paulette Hruska
Old Business: See meeting topics
New Business: Open floor
Adjourn
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Virginia Beach dispatchers report a stabbing in the 3500 block of Shore Drive, near the Lesner Bridge.
Three people have been taken to the hospital with stab wounds after an altercation inside a Virginia Beach apartment Friday afternoon, officials said.
” The Virginia Beach City Council will meet Tuesday, April 29, at 3 p.m. to review the proposed budget and to hear a briefing on Shore Drive drainage.”
At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Council will hear budget presentations from several city departments. The Public Works Department also will brief the council on proposed solutions to chronic flooding in the eastern Shore Drive area.
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“Public works will hold an informal open house on the flood gates tonight. Construction is scheduled to begin this fall and wrap up within a year, Mundy said. The gates are planned on Cape Henry Trail at the intersections of West Great Neck Road, North Great Neck Road and First Landing Lane.”
Read & comment at Pilotonline.com.
Graphic from Virginian-Pilot
7-11 on Shore Drive & Marlin Bay robbed at gun point early this morning
The suspect threatened the clerk and demanded money from the cash register. He’s described as a white male in his late 20s with a silver handgun and had a black scarf over his face.
Thursday April 24th – City Flood Improvement Project Meeting at John B Dey
Last minute reminder
Project engineers from the City will host a public open house to discuss Flood Improvement Projects for Cape Henry, Cape Story and Lynnhaven Colony neighborhoods
The meeting will be held from 6:30pm to 8:00pm at John B Day elementary school.
Second Annual Virginia Run for the Fallen, May 1-4 2014 – Fort Story to Arlington National Cemetery. 4-days 236 miles. START 1 May 2014 JEB Fort Story 730a
Run for the Fallen
Impossible for you to run? Choose to donate.
All donations collected above the needed expenses will be used to further the national mission of Honor and Remember, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, dedicated to the public recognition of our Fallen Military and their Families.
THE RUNNER
I’m here for you in Virginia Beach to pay homage to your name.
I see Gold Star Families crying their pride can’t ease the pain.
There’s a beautiful sunrise over the sea; a new day has begun.
One that will be filled with promise as you and I begin to run.I’ll run with you to Arlington from Virginia’s southern shore.
To HONOR and REMEMBER the sacrifice you made in war.
It’s a long journey, yet there will be a tribute in every stride.
For you will be my inspiration as your spirit runs by my side.Patriots shepherd me down the path with flashing lights ablaze.
Keeping me safe to honor you over four of my proudest days.
Over the inland waterways, crossing many bridges far and wide.
To place a flag in your cherished memory on the other side.Winding through many towns I can hear the roaring cheers.
They’re for you my fallen comrades and so are all the tears.
Passing by a grateful nation, I see their pride begin to swell.
Reaffirming my belief the American Spirit is alive and well.Farewell my fallen comrades you were beside me from the start.
Your memories are in my thoughts, your sacrifice in my heart.
I’m humbled by your presence and honored to be here too.
Next year I’ll be back in Virginia Beach to run again with you.
Composed by Naval Veteran William Lawrence Kraemer / Army Veteran Michael McGlynn
“A 751-foot ship has run aground in the area near the 2800 block of Shore Drive and several other ships have reported that they are dragging anchor in the lower Chesapeake Bay as winds whipped at speeds of 60 to 70 mph.”
“The men arrived in droves. Some were experienced laborers, tradesmen and operating engineers who chased jobs from state to state. Others were locals, some still in their teens and living at home, with lunch sacks packed by their mothers.”
These photos show the construction of different components of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. Click or tap the “Caption” button for details on each image. Photo Credit: Virginian Pilot
Public Comment meeting to be held by Virginia Beach’s Commission on Historic Preservation
The Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Virginia Beach will hold its Annual Meeting at 6:30 this evening at Central Library to hear comments and answer questions from the public following a panel discussion about the status and plans of the “Cape Henry Historic Site.”
In advance of a public comment meeting to be held by Virginia Beach’s Commission on Historic Preservation tomorrow evening, I’ve written a relatively brief summary, which could be considered “Virginia Beach History 101,” mainly to acquaint the public and city leaders with various proposals and options regarding the preservation (and promotion) of Virginia Beach’s Cape Henry area. The meeting is, many believe, an important first step toward meeting persistent demands from various local, state, national and international organizations halfway, and for those even remotely interested, it is important.
If you are unable to attend (6:30 PM, Thursday, April 3rd, Central Library of Virginia Beach), then your comment is / comments are more important than ever. Please take the time to make your opinion known to those who will be present, particularly if it provokes thought about the proposals already proffered in the article. (And don’t be afraid to suggest your own.)
There’s a great deal of ancillary reference material; all of it interesting reading; most of it rarely seen. As time is of the essence, you will want to “pick your clicks” wisely. You can always return to the article later.
Much thanks…
Dr. Matt Hogendobler
Virginia BeachP.S. Please forward to all on your email recipient lists.
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