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October 23, 2007

Presentation – Resolution of Recognition: NASA Langley’s 90^th Anniversary

 1. Invocation - Pastor Joe S. Evans, Genesis Christian Fellowship Church

 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America

  Approved 3. Public Hearing - Conditional Use Permit CU-07-234, Hidenwood Recreation Association

Approved  B. Minutes of Special Meeting of October 9, 2007

Approved C. Minutes of Regular Meeting of October 9, 2007

Approved D. Adoption of Alternative Method of Filing Motor Vehicle Tax Returns

Approved E. Approval of Acceptable Internet Use Policy for Newport News Public Library System

Approved F. Amendment to Fort Monroe Mutual Aid Agreement

Approved G. Fiscal Year 2008 Agreement for Public Health Services

Approved H. Resolution of Recognition – Newport News Purchasing Department

Approved   I. Resolution in Memoriam for Congresswoman Jo Ann Davis

 5. Pump Station No. 52 Force Main Replacement Project (Lee Hall Area)

6. Pump Station No. 53 Wet Well Renovations Project (Stoneybrook Area)

 7. Pump Station No. 70 Renovation Project (Shore Park Area)

 8. Phase II of the Ivy Avenue Sanitary Sewer Project

 Approved 10. Adoption of 2008 General Assembly Legislative Program

 Allen/Scott 11. Designation of National League of Cities “Congress of Cities” Voting Delegates

Approved A. Justice Assistance Grant – Police Department    

Approved B. Secure Our Schools Grant – Newport News Police Department and Newport News Public Schools

Approved E. Neisser Revocable Trust Interest Earnings - Newport News Public Library System

Approved F. Additional Holding Cages for Feral Cats – SPCA

NEWPORT NEWSCITY COUNCIL - October 23, 2007

Item 13. Citizen Comments on Matters Germane to the Business of City Council

J. DeMaria - Urged City Council to honor its commitment to consider a replacement pier for the demolished Deep Creek Pier.

- requested a video or audio address to City Council concerning the Deep Creek Pier by a Mr. Melzar who is disabled.

S. Melzer - Spoke on behalf of her granddad regarding the original commitment by the City to maintain the Deep Creek Pier.

A. Harris - Expressed her opposition to the City ordinance that prohibits the development of 25 foot lots. Requested reconsideration or providing a grandfather exemption. City Attorney will provide a report to City Council.

C. Hogge - Presented pictures of Deep Creek harbor. Inquired about the “transfer date.”

C. Powell - Expressed concern about the danger for fishermen using the Menchville wharf.

P. Devereur - Provided a report on Beechmont Recreation Association pool operations using the City’s new program. Requested the City to consider raising the financial allotment for each participating pool.

P. Killebrew - Advised of RETRO forum scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on October 29 at Warwick High School. Invited participation by candidates running for public office.

NEWPORT NEWSCITY COUNCIL - October 23, 2007

Item 14. New Business and Councilmember Comments

City Attorney - Advised of City’s Halloween regulations.

Frank - Advised of Jack Carper’s recent death and expressed his condolences to the Carper family.

Commented favorably about the anticipated revenue to the Hidenwood Recreation Association from the proposed new cell Tower lease.

McMillan - Urged citizens to be on the lookout for children during Halloween.

*THE BUSINESS PORTION OF THE MEETING WILL BE

PERSONS TO ADDRESS CITY COUNCIL UNDER

“CITIZEN COMMENTS ON MATTERS GERMANE

TO THE BUSINESS OF CITY COUNCIL.”