Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Hampton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in development with high priority
Development Review Process Improvements
The city has launched a one-stop Development Services Center on City Hall's third floor, where residents and builders can handle permits and approvals in one place. Council toured it to see the citizen experience firsthand.
Deaf and Blind school property concerns
Speaker Joan Weaver again criticized the city's handling of the 63-acre Virginia State School for the Deaf and Blind property, which was directed toward industrial use, saying it could have served housing needs.
Fort Monroe 60% Landscape Design Plan
Fort Monroe is undergoing major revitalization, featuring new residential adaptive reuse projects, upcoming African Landing Memorial installations, and a comprehensive Landscape Action Plan designed by Hargraves Jones.
Hampton University Regional Economic and Workforce Impact
Hampton University generates nearly $500 million annually for the local economy and is expanding community workforce programs and partnerships with the city.