Meeting Minutes
October 2022

Colonial Place River View (CPRV) Civic League Meeting 10 OCT 22         6:30-7:15 p.m.

President started the meeting at 6:30 p.m.

Guest Speakers – President introduced two guest speakers –

City of Norfolk, Tiba Salim, updates on water pipe construction.

Elizabeth River Project, Joe Reiger, updates on Knitting Mill Creek’s water quality and improvement initiatives – check out opportunities, what’s happening, etc. at elizabethriver.org.

Crime Prevention update (Stephanie) – (13SEP-10OCT22) – only 1 incident reported to Norfolk PD that occurred during the power outage.  Reminder:  If you are a victim of a crime, please report directly to the Norfolk PD.  POC info in the newsletter and today in chat. 

Treasurer (David) – no revenue, minimal expenses (Garden Party), and total assets $16,028.06. 

Secretary (Beth) – request approval of last month’s minutes.  Motion/2nd/approved. 

VP/Community Improvement & Beautification (Pooya) –

(1) Thanks to Tiba for always being on our calls and answering questions in a timely manner.

(2) Excited for projects with Elizabeth River Project.  If want to get involved, email community@cprv.net.

President

Wave – several issues with business and have tried to address; now on city’s radar, and like Crime Prevention, be sure to report if any incidents. 

Riverview Business Association mtg – Riverview is being considered for Corridor/Pilot program.

Traffic Counters – there have been several traffic counters put in around the neighborhood.  1st step.

CPRV Tailgate Party – 22OCT22 1200-2 pm – ODU homecoming game (ODU vs Georgia Southern – President’s house (751 Carolina Avenue/JMU flag).  RSVP at events@cprv.net. 

Website – SUPER EXCITED about our NEW website.  Shannon has done an EXCELLENT job; check it out at cprv.net.  If interested in contributing, contact media@cprv.net. 

Newsletter – looking to move to digital/going live in January 2023.  Sign up sheet in back of meeting, Zoom chat, or on cprv.net website.  We will continue to have a few limited copies of paper copies.  Will NOT sell your info or use in any other way.

President ended the meeting at 7:15 p.m. 

News & Resources

General Members Meeting | April 8, 2024

We are joined by: 

Courtney Doyle, Norfolk City Councilwoman for Ward 2 gave updates on infrastructure projects in our neighborhood, a safety report on improving rates across our area, implementation of new speed cameras in school zones and more. The presentation was followed by a brief Q&A session. 

Jeremy McGee spoke about his candidacy for Norfolk City Council Ward 6. Mr. McGee spoke about his background, move to Norfolk, local business ownership, civic involvement in Ghent Civic League, Norfolk ARB and now Norfolk Planning. The presentation was followed by a brief Q&A session. 

Aleksandra Prouty joined us to introduce her new restaurant coming to Riverview
Village – Leila’s International Cuisine at 4136 Granby Street (next to Pittie Dog Grill)

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Gosnold Ave – Gravity Sewer Repair

The City of Norfolk’s Department of Utilities has hired East West Construction to repair and rehabilitate the sewer line in your neighborhood along a section of Gosnold Ave. The project area is shown on the map on the back [see below images].

Planned Start of Construction: March 2024
Anticipated End of Construction: June 2024
Access: Access to businesses and residences will be maintained throughout construction with detours around the work zone. The City and our contractor will do our best to minimize the unavoidable disruptions associated with construction.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the city’s on-site construction inspector, Charles Davis. He can be reached by cell phone at (757) 647-9940 to respond quickly. You may also contact the project manager, Tiba Salim at (757) 266-9491.

For more info visit: www.norfolk.gov/utilitiesimprovements.

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General Members Meeting | March 11, 2024

Tommy Leeman, candidate for Norfolk City Mayor, spoke about his background and platform followed by a brief Q&A session including his thoughts on redevelopment of MacArthur Center, Military Circle Mall and the forthcoming Casino project.

Representatives from the Colley Community Center gave a presentation on their mission, initiatives timeline and how the many ways the community can contribute.

Jason Im spoke on behalf of Riverview Shell, pursuing an ABC permit in compliance with the façade grant recently awarded by the city. A motion to vote was brought forth from the floor, seconded and put to vote with all voting parties in favor and no parties vocally against

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General Members Meeting | February 12, 2024

Norfolk City Mayor, Kenny Alexander, and Norfolk City Manager, Patrick Roberts spoke about the recent updates from the city. Following the Mayor and City Manager’s engaging presentation, a brief Q&A session allowed for further discussion. Watch the entire meeting below. Congratulations to the new Secretary of the Civic League Board. – Stephanie Clark.

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Life is sweet because you live here!

Starting the first day of February, a “love note” from Cupid will magically appear on random doorsteps to kick off this heartwarming event. Inside the note, you’ll find a “Heart” sign and simple instructions to join the fun. For those familiar, this is the same idea as getting Boo’d at Halloween.

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