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Civic League Meeting: Monday,

July 8, 2019 6:30 p.m.

Eggleston’s (110 Lavalette Ave)

Membership is not required to attend meetings. All are welcome.

Guest Speakers:

Plans for Former Stuart School

Monument Builders

Representative &

City of Norfolk Representative

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Presentation on Redevelopment of the former J.E.B. Stuart School Property

by John W. Robertson, Secretary

At the May 2019 CPRV Civic League meeting, Presi-dent Michael Langston informed us that he had re-ceived a call from Eric Tucker, Acting Director of the City of Norfolk’s Office of Real Estate concerning possi-ble redevelopment of the former J.E.B. Stuart School property in Colonial Place.

Although Mr. Tucker requested some details he shared be kept from the general public, President Langston was able to tell us that the City has entered into negotiations with Monument Builders of Rich-mond (not one formerly associated with the project) to renovate the property into a mixture of apartments and commercial space.

Because of concerns of possible flooding, the City is requiring both the basement and the first floor of the building be developed as commercial space, most likely retail shops and offices, while the remaining floors are developed into various-sized apartments for rent. Norfolk is one of the few local cities in which such “mixed-use” is allowed.

A presentation by Monument Builders and a City

Representative is scheduled for our next Civic League

meeting on July 8th, 2019, at 6:30 pm in the Eggleston

Service Center on Lavalette Avenue, next to City Park.

We hope that the presentation will not only describe

the type of development and expected configuration,

but will also provide information as to the expected

impacts such a residential/commercial development

will have on our neighborhood. As this may be our

only opportunity to have input on the fate of the for-

mer J.E.B. Stuart School, we encourage all residents to

attend to hear the proposal and to ask any questions

they may have .

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Neighborhood Form Standards/Resiliency Overlay District Adopted by Council

On Tuesday, June 11, a number of CPRV residents attended the City Council

meeting in support of the adoption of the Neighborhood Form Standards and

Resiliency Overlay District. Among those attending were Civic League President

Michael Langston, Colonial Place residents Pooya Mohit, Glen Coats, and Leigh

Ana Crocker, and Riverview residents Breck Daughtrey, Norman Colpitts, Diana

Lundquist, Peter & Rosemary Zemanian, and David Spriggs.

President Langston, Glen Coats, Pooya Mohit, Breck Daughtry, and Norman

Colpitts all spoke eloquently in support of these measures, which are intended

to preserve the architectural integrity and historical character of our neighbor-

hoods.

The measures were adopted by Council in a near unanimous vote.

Street Sweeping Schedule

Colonial Place Tuesday, July 9, 2019 (Even Addresses)

Wednesday, July 10, 2019 (Odd Addresses)

Riverview Wednesday, July 17, 2019

Colonial Place/Riverview

Curbside Recycling Schedule

Thursday, July 18, 2019 Thursday, August 1, 2019

Colonial Place/Riverview Community Newsletter

The official publication of the Colonial Place/Riverview Civic League

Norfolk, Virginia

Published 12 times per year.

Circulation: Colonial Place/Riverview - Approximately 1600 residences.

Publisher: CPRV Civic League

Media Chair: David Spriggs

Editor: Vacant

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ELECTION RESULTS AND BUDGET

At the June Annual Meeting the following

officers were elected by a vote of acclamation:

President - Michael Langston; Vice-president -

Jay Shurling; Secretary - John Robertson; Treas-

urer - David Wolfe; Neighborhood Representa-

tive - David Spriggs.

The proposed budget for 2019-2020 was

adopted.

WE ARE ENROLLING

STUDENTS FOR THE

2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR.

West Ghent School is:

o A licensed school in the Commonwealth

of Virginia.

o A traditional preschool, kindergarten

and first grade.

o Developmentally appropriate and encour-

ages problem solving, independence, self-

confidence and a positive self-image in

each child.

For more information on enrolling contact:

West Ghent School

1009 West Princess Anne Road

Norfolk, VA 23507

westghentschool@gmail.com

757-622-4403

ARE YOU ON FACEBOOK?

The CPRV Civic League has its own Facebook page and it is the place to learn about the latest news in the neighborhood. It is

called Colonial Place-Riverview Civic League (naturally) and is a closed group – it is only open to residents of Colonial Place and Riverview. All upcoming Civic League events are posted there as well as any news from the City that is relevant to our neighborhoods. You can pose questions to the group or join an ongoing conversation. All you need to do is go to the Facebook page, click the JOIN button, provide your CPRV street address, and wait for the nice people behind the cur-tain to accept your request. Don’t delay – join today!

Hazardous Waste

By Audrey Webb

Waste Management at Pineridge Road will no longer accept paint, pesticides, oil, automo-tive fluids and electronics for recycling. These items, with the exception of electronics, should be taken to SPSA, 3136 Woodland Avenue, Tues-day and Saturday from noon until 4:00 pm. Elec-tronics and shredding will be accepted at Tow-ing and Recovery, 1188 A Lance Road, which is off Raby Road.

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CPRV Upcoming Events

The following events, planned by the Civic

League Board and the Social Events Com-

mittee, are scheduled in July:

Elation Brewery Meet-Up

Planning for this event is in the works.

More info to follow on Face Book and Next

Door.

Please respond to <events@cprv.net> if

you’d like to volunteer your front porch or

front yard as a site for our summer Front

Porch Fridays.

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Your Neighbor Convenient Store

Quality Shell Gasoline

The home of freshly made

Chicken Teriyaki, Lumpia, Pancit, Bread &

more. Check us out!

Large order welcomed for special occasion 4002 Granby St

Creating Education/Training/Employment Opportunities

Thank you for your support!

www.egglestonservices.org

Landscaping 757-961-5090

Garden Center 757-625-2044

Flag Retirement Ceremony Sunday, July 21 at 7:00pm at Mayflower & Newport

by David A. Spriggs

As I travel around CPRV, I am both heartened and impressed by the number of homes proudly dis-playing our national ensign. If, when a flag becomes

worn and faded, you fold it respectfully and stow it in a closet, you might like to know that there’s another way to honor your old flag.

Through Colonial Place resident Peter Stoll, your Civic League has arranged with Boy Scout Troop 24 to conduct our eighth annual official flag retirement

ceremony. It will take place on Sunday, July 21st, at 7:00 pm on the seawall at Mayflower Road and New-

port Avenue. We invite all residents of Colonial Place and River-view to gather their unserviceable flags and bring

them to this ceremony. If you cannot attend, you may drop off your flags at the home of Pete Stoll at 4709 Colonial Avenue. This is a stirring ceremony and a demonstration of patriotism for the Scouts as well as for the at-tendees. We hope to see you there.

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CIVIC LEAGUE MEETING DATES AND

SPEAKERS FOR 2019/2020

JULY 8

Monument Builders & Norfolk City Rep

Plans for former Stuart School

AUGUST 12

SEPTEMBER 9

OCTOBER 14

NOVEMBER 11

DECEMBER 9

JANUARY 13, 2020

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Crime Prevention Committee News

By Laura Burns, Chairperson

School is officially out; crime rates are expected to increase. Here are some things to keep in mind to help keep us and our property safe: 1. Per the Code of Ordinances, Sec. 29-3.- Curfew for Minors, it is unlawful for anyone under the age of 18 to be in public places between 11pm and 5am unless accompanied by an adult. Please contact the nonemergency police number to

report those in violation. 2. Even if you are home, lock your doors. There have been reports of attempted and successful break-ins

while folks have been home with cars in the driveway. 3. Be careful of who you let work in and around your home and property. This includes door-to-door

salespeople. 4. If you are going out of town, ask a neighbor to keep an eye on your house. Make sure to stop your mail

or have someone pick it up.

IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING.

If you are involved in an incident, FILE A POLICE REPORT. If a police report is not filed, the police do not know about it and resources will be allocated elsewhere. You can file a police report ONLINE without having to wait for an officer to respond. Go to this website https://www.norfolk.gov/index.aspx?NID=3089 for more information and to file a police report. As always, report any suspicious crime or activity to the Norfolk Police. The nonemergency police number is 757-441-5610. If you see a crime in progress, call 911!

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Colonial Place/Riverview Civic League General Meeting

Proposed Minutes of June 10, 2019 (Annual Meeting) (unofficial) President Michael Langston opened the meeting at 6:35 pm.

Kenny Van Hook of Elation Brewery (Colley Avenue) spoke about his background, the plan for Elation Brewery and the types of beer and food offerings that are and will be available. A number of questions were asked and answered.

The Secretary affirmed the presence of a quorum.

President Langston presented the proposed budget for the coming year. There being no questions or comments, the motion to approve the proposed budget was passed by acclamation. The President called on David Spriggs, as chair of the Nominating Committee, who conducted the election of officers for the coming year. There being no other candidates and no further discussion, upon a vote of the members present the following were elected by acclamation: Michael Langston as President, Jay Shurling as Vice President, Dave Wolfe as Treasurer, John W. Robertson as Secretary and David Spriggs as Neighborhood Representative (Riverview).

The previous month’s minutes were approved.

Reports

Social Events Committee – Plans were described for a Children’s Play Date and a meetup at Elation Brewery, with details to be announced as plans firm up.

Community Improvement – noted that various streetlights along Mayflower Road were inoperative after some damage by a contractor, who is conducting repairs. Vice President – we are planning to invite local businesses to speak at the meetings in July and August.

President Langston announced that there will be a representative from Monument Development at the July meeting, who will speak to us about their proposal to renovate the former JEB Stuart School property.

President Langston reminded everyone that there will be a City Council vote on Tuesday June 11th on the proposed revisions to the Zoning Regulations affecting Colonial Place and Riverview. Everyone is encouraged to attend and provide their opinion.

In response to a question from a member about the Civic League’s previous announcement of a presentation by the owner of the property management company ODU Rents, President Langston indicated that he believes there is no further need for his appearance but that he could be scheduled for a future meeting if there is an interest by the members.

Glen Coates announced an upcoming meeting to form a Garden Club as previously discussed.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:00 pm.

Respectfully submitted,

John W. Robertson

Secretary

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* Denotes Board Member

Welcome* Leigh Ana Crocker 653-1895 Welcome@cprv.net

Community Improvement* &

Beautification

Mark Gallagher 619-985-5912

Pooya Mohit 724-1547 Community@cprv.net

Community Garden Anna Thurmond Garden@cprv.net

Crime Prevention * Laura Burns 804-690-5047 Crime_Prevention@cprv.net

Dog Park* Raymond Curry Dogpark@cprv.net

Environmental* Audrey Webb 623-1197 Environmental@cprv.net

Membership & Publicity* John Robertson 449-8814 Membership@cprv.net

Media* & Media Advertising David Spriggs 409-2799 Media@cprv.net

Newsletter Distribution Tobie Serafim Newsletter@cprv.net

Newsletter Production (Vacant) Editor@cprv.net

Social Events* Artemis Stoll Events@cprv.net

JOIN THE CPRV CIVIC LEAGUE: Make your voice count on neighborhood issues!

CIVIC LEAGUE OFFICERS President Michael Langston 282-1294 President@cprv.net

Vice-President Jay Shurling 541-8815 Vp@cprv.net

Secretary John W. Robertson 449-8814 Secretary@cprv.net

Treasurer Dave Wolfe 373-6731 Treasurer@cprv.net

Neighborhood Representative David Spriggs (Riverview) 409-2799 NeighborhoodRep@cprv.net

POLICE NON-EMERGENCY: 441-5610

Officer Bryan Johnson: 710-2778 or email: bryan.johnson@norfolk.gov

Norfolk Cares 664-6510 (neighborhood issues)

or healthyneighborhoods@norfolk.gov

Norfolk City Council Members serving Colonial Place & Riverview:

Courtney Doyle (courtney.doyle@norfolk.gov) & Andria McClellan ( andria.mcclellan@norfolk.gov )

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