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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Chesapeake public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Virginia Trees for Clean Water grant application
Parks, Recreation and Tourism was scheduled to seek authority to apply for a $10,000 state grant for tree planting and water quality efforts. It's a small grant, but trees and clean water benefit the whole community.
State Code Alignment for Wireless and Solar Energy Systems
The city was forced by state law to adopt zoning code updates and comprehensive plan changes permitting battery energy storage systems, prompting sharp criticism from council members over the loss of local control.
Water Shortage
Chesapeake is facing potential water restrictions because a persistent drought has caused local reservoirs in Virginia Beach and Norfolk to drop by at least 17 inches. If we don't get some rain soon, everyone is going to have to start changing how they use water.