Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Hampton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in general
Zoning Amendments for State Law Compliance & Nonprofit Affordable Housing
The city is updating its parking rules to comply with state legislation by lowering parking minimums near transit centers and creating an administrative reduction process.
Towing Fee Adjustment
Hampton just raised its towing fees for the first time in 20 years, so getting your car out of the impound is going to cost you a lot more. The city approved the hike to help local tow companies keep up with inflation.
Police-Initiated Towing Rate Adjustments
The city reviewed recommended increases to police tow rates, raising standard tows to $250 and daily storage fees to $55. Council members raised strong concerns about how these increased costs will impact lower-income residents trying to retrieve towed vehicles.
Voting Rights
Got a past felony conviction? A federal court just gave hundreds of thousands of Virginians their voting rights back, and the Hampton NAACP is hosting a forum tonight to help everyone get registered in time.
Bridge Closure
Get ready for some traffic headaches because the King Street Bridge and the Langley AFB gate are closing for maintenance starting October 26. You'll definitely want to map out some alternate routes before heading out.