12 The Hampton Roads Messenger


Volume 11 Number 10 Around Hampton Roads


Chesapeake considers another site for juvenile facility


The City of Chesapeake, in partnership with the Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice, is continuing to review sites for the proposed Joint Juvenile Justice Center, to be located within the city. Numerous sites have been considered in order to determine the location which best fits all of the project parameters.


As part of that process, officials had identified the City-owned site at 3316 S. Military Highway as having strong potential for the project. An alternate site, which is believed to meet the needs of the project has been identified for consideration at 920 Minuteman Drive, which is the former location of the Chesapeake Alternative School. A number of reviews, permits, and other requirements must be addressed, but the site merits strong consideration.


In order to fully review this new site, it has been determined that this item will NOT be considered on the Chesapeake City Council's June 27 agenda, as had been previously announced. The determination of a new date for consideration of this topic will be made as quickly as possible, once the site reviews are completed.


The City remains committed to finding a site which provides safety and security for both the citizens of Chesapeake and for the juveniles who will be housed at the facility. A variety of other considerations including, but not limited to, size, location, utility availability, and accessibility are being reviewed as sites are evaluated. No specific timeline has been set for a final determination; however, the City will seek to provide information to, and gather input from, nearby residents at the earliest possible opportunity in the process.


Information about the project may be found at CityOfChesapeake.net/JJJC. Please note that specific information about the 3316 S. Military Highway site is currently on the website, with information about the 920 Minuteman Drive site to be added as it becomes available during the review process.


Hampton residents get discount on mid-week jet ski rental at Buckroe Beach


Hampton Watersports, which offers recreational equipment for rent at the city's Buckroe Beach, is offering a deal for Hampton residents and city employees: 20% off jet-ski rentals Monday through Thursday (except holidays) through the rest of the summer.


That will reduce the cost to $69 an hour. (The cost for non-residents and for weekend rentals remains $89 per hour.) No experience is required. Certified staff will offer safety and operating instructions beforehand. Renter must be at least 18 years old.


Hampton Watersports also offers rentals of kayaks for $25 per hour and paddle boards for $20 per hour.


The company began offering rentals of watersports equipment this year after a proposal to City Council, and it pays the city a portion of its revenues.


Hampton Watersports runs a concession stand at Buckroe Beach daily from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. and one at Bluebird Gap Farm from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Guests can purchase snacks, refreshments and ice cream at all concession stand locations. Future plans include kayak and pedal boat rentals at Bluebird Gap.


For more information or to make reservations, please visit www.hamptonjetski.com or call 757-636-6291; hit 2 for the Buckroe location. A reservation fee is required


Credit union supports museum education program


NEWPORT NEWS,


VA – Langley Federal Credit Union donated $5,000 to The Mariners’ Museum. The funds will be used to update the Age of Exploration program. The program is one of the Museum’s most


requested and


will align with the new social studies standards of learning that officially become effective in Fall 2018. “To ensure that we are aligned with the new


2018 standards, we will need to completely overhaul the program and props that are currently in place, stated Mariners’ Museum Manager of Student Programs Wisteria Perry. “To accomplish this and demonstrate how we are all connected to each other through the world’s water, the Education department will be creating several different versions of this topic based on grade levels—3rd-5th, 6th-8th and 9th-12th. This donation will help make this program bigger and better for students.” For more than 80 years, the history of the ocean and its relationship with the development of world cultures has been told and displayed in one of the largest, and most comprehensive, maritime museums in the world. For more information visit marinersmuseum.org. Langley Federal Credit Union serves over 258,000 members and has more than $2.4 billion in assets, ranking the financial cooperative as one of the 100 largest credit unions in the country. Located in Hampton Roads, Langley has 18 branches and has served the community for 81 years.


Norfolk celebrates grand opening of Waterside District


July 2017


The $40 million overhaul of the Waterside Festival Marketplace brings life back to an iconic Norfolk landmark


The Cordish Companies and City of Norfolk announced the grand opening of Waterside District in Norfolk, VA, the $40 million overhaul and rebranding of Norfolk's iconic Waterside Festival Marketplace. Located along the Elizabeth River waterfront in downtown Norfolk, Waterside District is a place where the community and visitors can come together with family and friends for entertainment, a full range of culinary options, nightlife and activities for all ages, including live music, festivals and other community events.


"We are extremely excited to celebrate the grand opening of Waterside District," said Blake Cordish, Vice President of The Cordish Companies. "The revitalization of this iconic waterfront building is a special opportunity for our Company and family. Waterside District will be a vibrant regional destination and a great source of pride for the community for decades to come."


Waterside District is anchored by The Market, an eclectic 30,000 square foot food hall that features local and regional favorites such as Starr Hill, Rappahannock Oyster Co., Cogan's Pizza and more. Designed by internationally acclaimed Jeffrey Beers International, The Market offers one-of-a-kind food and beverage experiences to enjoy in comfortable gathering spaces, or to grab on the go. The communal hub features a stage for live music, festivals and family attractions, as well as a giant LED screen perfect for sports watching.


Regional and national venues such as Guy Fieri's Smokehouse, Blue Moon TapHouse, PBR Norfolk, The Fudgery, Chipotle and Stripers Seafood can also be found at Waterside District, as well as the Harbor Club, an 8,000 square foot mixed- use space overlooking the Elizabeth River for dining, cocktails and private events. Additionally, several outdoor patio and entertainment areas along Waterside Drive and the Elizabeth River allow guests to flow freely throughout the District for an incredible indoor-outdoor experience along the beautiful Norfolk waterfront.


"The Cordish Companies shared the City's vision of creating an energetic waterfront destination and that has been accomplished with Waterside District," stated Mayor Alexander, City of Norfolk. "Waterside District has created 1,000 new jobs and will generate millions of dollars of revenue for the City. It has been a major part of a substantial effort to revitalize both Downtown Norfolk and the Elizabeth River waterfront."


Celebrate national night out with neighborhood events and an essay contest for youth


The Portsmouth Police Department announces that 22 neighborhoods in the City of Portsmouth will be hosting National Night Out festivities during the annual event on Tuesday, August 1st.


National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances.


Attention all Portsmouth resident- to find out the details of your neighborhood’s National Night Out event, contact your civic league or neighborhood watch representative or send an email to branchs@portsmouthva.gov.


Also, as part of the National Night Out activities for 2017, the Portsmouth Police Department is hosting an Essay Contest for Portsmouth youth ages 10 to 17.


The theme for the essay contest is “Neighborhoods United” and each age group (10-13 and 14-17) will be judged independently for creativity with prizes awarded to the winners.


Please submit your essay of 200 words or less by August 1, 2017 to: S. Latisha Branch 801 Water Street, 4th Floor Portsmouth Va. 23704 or, via email at:


branchs@portsmouthva.gov


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