Steven L. Brown
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 28
- Total speaking time
- 1:10:58
- Avg per meeting
- 2:32
- Segments
- 1333
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Top issues during term (20)(Development)
Development Review Process Improvements
Streamlined development processes reduce project holding costs for applicants.
Hampton University Regional Economic and Workforce Impact
$488 million annual economic impact in Hampton Roads.
Fort Monroe 60% Landscape Design Plan
$45 million in private investment for residential adaptive reuse.
Victoria Boulevard Property Acquisition
The city gains property assessed at $933,500 while covering trust dissolution and transfer costs under a reimbursement agreement.
Pinnacle Apartments Phase 2 Expansion in Coliseum Central
Represents significant private investment in the Coliseum Central economic district.
Disposal of Public Land on Kecoughtan Road
Unknown — the sale terms are being negotiated in closed session.
Online permit portal replacement
Council has already appropriated funds for the new portal software, being purchased through a cooperative procurement contract.
Deaf and Blind school property concerns
North Mallory Quay Housing Development
Generates private investment and future real estate tax revenue for the city.
Department of Taxation and Codes Compliance Transparency
Operational expenses for assessment appeals and code enforcement departments.
Strategic Plan 5-Year Update and Youth Engagement
Revitalization strategies can stimulate private investment and boost commercial and residential property values.
68-unit multifamily development on W Queen Street
Future of Former Wythe Fire Station
Financial impact is currently unknown pending property assessments and potential developer proposals.
Site Plan Code Amendments
Reduced project review times and administrative costs for developers.
Prillaman Crane and Rigging Expansion
Private capital investment by the applicant to improve site infrastructure and stormwater management.
255-unit Canopy Development at former Cinema Café site
aquatic center development
It's a big investment that should boost local businesses by drawing crowds in for tournaments and events.
FY 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
Allocates millions across multiple strategic areas including excellence in government, education, and water management.
Woda Cooper Multifamily Development on Cunningham Drive
Generates new housing and private investment in the Coliseum Central district.
Private Museum Development on Aberdeen Road
Private investment improving a long-vacant commercial property.
Decisions during term (10)
Recorded while Brown was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Purchase & Development Agreement with Bonaventure Development, LLC
26-0272 Review and Approval of the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board Amended and Restated FY2026 and FY2027 Performance Contract and Supplemental Documents with the Department of Behavioral Health and Development Services
26-0282 Consideration of an Appointment to the Hampton Redevelopment & Housing Authority (HRHA)
Rezoning 26-0218 and Use Permit 26-0219 (Old Town Development)
Use Permit 26-0221 (Canopy Development)
Rezoning No. 26-0218 — Old Town Development, W Queen Street
Use Permit No. 26-0219 — Old Town Development, 68 units
Use Permit No. 26-0221 — Canopy Development, 255 units
Closed Session for Economic Development in Magruder Area
Appointments to Hampton Economic Development Authority
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