Author Archives: Todd Solomon

Shore Drive speed reduction survey. (Survey has been CLOSED)

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Thank you to the 700 residents who took the time to answer the survey questions.  The results are being compiled and will be posted soon.

Your input is desperately needed.

The following survey is being sponsored by the Cape Story by the Sea Civic Association (CSBTS), Cape Henry Shores Civic Association (CHSCA)and Shore Drive Community Coalition (SDCC). The survey will be used to help determine the effectiveness of the temporary speed limit reduction from 45 mph to 35 mph along Shore Drive between Great Neck Road and First Landing State Park.

Local residents and civic leagues have repeatedly requested the City over the past 5 years to reduce the speed on this stretch of road. The reduced speed will help improve safety for the 800 residents of Cape Story by the Sea and Cape Henry Shores that cross Shore Drive on foot and by vehicle without the aid of signalized intersections or marked crosswalks. A reduced speed limit will also make the road safer for Type-A bicyclists that voted this roadway as their number one most traveled route in Virginia Beach (Virginia Beach Bikes and Trails Plan 2004) by a 2 to 1 margin over the second most popular route in the City.

Click here to fill out the survey.  It only takes a minute or two to fill out.

Swimming Advisory Lifted for the Chesapeake Bay between Starfish Road and Wake Forest Street

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Release Date:  Thursday, July 23, 2009  12:15 p.m.
The Virginia Beach Department of Public Health has lifted a swimming and wading advisory that was issued for the Chesapeake Bay from Starfish Road to Wake Forest Street. Lab results showed bacteria levels in the water meet the State Water Quality Standards.

 Signs have been removed that previously alerted the public of the advisory.

Click here to read the entire City news release http://www.vbgov.com/news.aspx?vgnextoid=f4886a0b078a2210VgnVCM100000190c640a____

Swimming Advisory Issued for the Chesapeake Bay from Starfish Road to Wake Forest Street

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Release Date:  Wednesday, July 22, 2009  9:15 a.m.
The Virginia Beach Department of Public Health has issued a swimming and wading advisory for the Chesapeake Bay between Starfish Road and Wake Forest Street. Recent testing conducted by the Health Department showed that bacteria levels in the water exceeded the State Water Quality Standards. The advisory does not affect the Virginia Beach oceanfront or resort area.

Cllick here to view the City’s news release Swimming Advisory for Cape Henry Beach

Safety on Shore Drive – Speed limit reduced on trial basis from N Great Neck Rd to First Landing State Park

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The speed limit between N. Great Neck Rd and First Landing State Park will be lowered from 45 mph to 35 mph starting Monday August 3rd on a trial basis.  Local residents and civic leagues have repeatedly requested the City over the past 5 years to reduce the speed on this stretch of road.  The reduced speed will help improve safety for the 800 residents of Cape Story by the Sea and Cape Henry Shores that cross Shore Drive on foot and by vehicle without the aid of signalized intersections or marked crosswalks.  A reduced speed limit will also make the road safer for Type-A bicyclists that voted this roadway as their number one most traveled route in Virginia Beach (Virginia Beach Bikes and Trails Plan).

 

Check out the following links to learn more about this initiative and to post comments.

 

WVEC Article and Video

http://www.wvec.com/news/topstories/stories/wvec_local_072109_shore_dr_speed.63b882df.html

 

WAVY Article and Video

http://www.wavy.com/dpp/news/local_news/local_wavy_virginia_beach_speed_limit_changes_on_shore_drive_20090721

 

Virginian-Pilot Online Article

http://hamptonroads.com/2009/07/speed-limit-be-lowered-part-shore-drive-august

Updates to Cape Story 4th of July Events Post

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Please not the following updates to the Cape Story 4th of July events post. 

 

Personal Fireworks Warning

As stated in a previous posting –  Storage, handling, use of fireworks without a permit from the Fire Marshal’s Office is a violation of City ordinance 12-43.2 and is a Class 1 Misdemeanor. Class 1 Misdemeanors are punishable by up to a $2500 fine and/or 12 months in jail. 

 

I Scream You Scream, we all scream for ICREAM.

We forgot to mention in our article that As she has done in years past, an ice cream truck will also be provided courtesy of LYNN HUME, RE/MAX Allegiance. 

Fireworks on the Bay Clarification

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Reminder – Use of personal fireworks is prohibited without a permit.

 
Recently you may have received information in a donation letter or civic league newsletter for the Fireworks on the Bay.  On behalf of the City’s Fire Marshall, please note the following clarification regarding the use of personal fireworks.  “Storage, handling, use of fireworks without a permit from the Fire Marshal’s Office is a violation of City ordinance 12-43.2 and is a Class 1 Misdemeanor. Class 1 Misdemeanors are punishable by up to a $2500 fine and/or 12 months in jail.”

Sailing Meet and Greet – Monday June 15th

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For a copy of the event flyer click on this link  SailorsMeet&Greetworking4-28-09

 

Attention all Sailor Ustabees & Wannabees!!!

Date:          Monday, June 15th

Time:          6 to 9 pm

Where:       Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Station

3769 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23455

$5 donation to support the Ocean Park Volunteer Fire & Rescue

Sailors Meet and Greet

Free display tables available to local civic leagues

757 -480-DIVE

757-496-9996

757-200-2628

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Homes for Our Troops – Iced Coffee Day at Dunkin Donuts – Tues. April 21, 2009

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Homes for Our Troops is excited to announce that All Dunkin Donuts stores across the USA will participate in “Iced Coffee Day” to benefit our mission on April 21, 2009!  

Dunkin’ Donuts, America’s all day, every day stop for coffee and baked goods, wants Americans to kick off spring with a refreshing cup of Iced Coffee that will help make a difference for our injured veterans in need.

In addition, Dunkin Donuts is launching a nationwide call to recruit one million NEW volunteers to support Homes for Our T roops’s efforts!  Learn more at www.dunkindonuts.com/icedcoffeeday

 Calling All Volunteers Across the USA!

 We need you for a one-day volunteer shift!  April 21, 2009. 
Represent Homes for Our Troops at selected Dunkin Donuts locations during Iced Coffee Day! Visit www.homesforourtroops.org/april21volunteer to volunteer. 

Here is what we need you to do!
  • Be part of our Official Iced Coffee Day Street Team!
  • Proudly wear your official Homes for Our Troops T-Shi rt!
    (Your free T-shirt will be given to pre-registered volunteers when you arrive at the local Dunkin Donuts location you are assigned)
  • Hand out Homes for Our Troops brochures at selected Dunkin Donuts stores on that day!
  • Be a positive ambassador for the Homes for Our Troops mission!

Sign up today!  Opportunities for this one-day volunteer shift are limited! Visit www.homesforourtroops.org/april21volunteer to volunteer. 

 

Dunkin Donuts Iced Coffee Day April 21, 2009

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