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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Hampton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Wastewater Infrastructure and Sinkhole Repairs
A Merrimack Shores resident asked the council to approve wastewater fee increases and prioritize replacing collapsing 80-year-old clay sewer pipes that are causing recurring street sinkholes and property backups.
Natural Gas Utility Franchise Renewal
Virginia Natural Gas submitted a bid to renew its non-exclusive franchise agreement to operate utility lines in public rights-of-way.
Utility Easements for VDOT and Langley Air Force Base
Hampton is updating its zoning map to reflect current noise and accident potential zones around Langley Air Force Base based on a 2021 study. Properties newly added to certain noise contours will be subject to state disclosure requirements upon resale.
Public Works Utility Rate Increases
The city reviewed proposed rate increases for wastewater, solid waste, and stormwater management to fund aging infrastructure repairs and operational costs.
Public Works Enterprise Fund Fee Adjustments
Staff proposed fee increases across wastewater, solid waste, and stormwater funds to cover rising operational costs, regulatory compliance, and infrastructure maintenance.