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Active Projects & Surveys
Opioid Abatement Community Input
The opioid epidemic continues to impact communities across the nation and here at home. The Virginia Beach Department of Human Services wants to learn from our residents what programs and services it can...
The State of Recycling
Change is coming! The City's recycling contract with Tidewater Fibre (TFC Recycling) will expire on June 30, 2024. City Leadership is seeking the community's input on their preference...
Past Projects & Surveys
City Council FY24-26 Focused Action Plan
This is an opportunity for residents to help shape the City Council Two-Year Focused Action Plan and have input into policy development and decision making.
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Public Utilities Design Standards Manual: Feedback on Proposed Updates
The City of Virginia Beach Department of Public Utilities is presenting updates to the Public Utilities Design Standards Manual for public comment.
Proposed FY23-24 Resource Management Plan (Budget)
Information regarding the FY23-24 Proposed Resource Management Plan can be found here. The comment and suggestion window closed on April 26, 2023.
City Council will hold their...
5/31 Remembrance Memorial Conceptual Designs
We invite you to share your thoughts on the two finalists' conceptual proposals for the permanent memorial.
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Help Identify Housing Needs in Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach Housing & Neighborhood Preservation (VBHNP) is collaborating with the Virginia Center for Housing Research (VCHR) at Virginia Tech to conduct a housing study for Virginia Beach....
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Election System Community Engagement
This was an opportunity for residents to have a say in policy development and decision-making. City Council requested that residents be consulted and have the opportunity to provide their input...
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Help us Develop a Plan for EV Charging
Thank you for your interest in this survey. The survey closed for comments on 2/13/23 at 5:00 p.m.
Survey results are available in the Documents section.
Although Electric Vehicles...
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Next 60 Years
Thank you for participating in our 60th anniversary! Honoring the strategic merger of Princess Anne County and Virginia Beach that took effect Jan. 1, 1963, residents are invited to share their ideas...
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2023 Virginia Beach Point-in-Time Count
Using the map below, help us identify areas where individuals have been known to live without shelter. Virginia Beach is required to conduct an annual Point-in-Time (PIT) Count of the homeless population...
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Reimagining Rudee Loop
The community engagement portion of this project is closed. For updates on the project, please see the Status Update tab.
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Our New Chatbot Needs a Name!
The City of Virginia Beach is expanding its digital government services by adding an automated chatbot to its website and service request mobile app. The bot uses artificial intelligence and machine learning...
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Noise Ordinance - Changes Based on Resident Input
Pursuant to City Council's request for enhanced community engagement, residents have been provided mulitiple opportunities to review the proposed amendments to the City's noise ordinance and to...
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Fats, Oil and Grease Holiday Drop-Off Program
Virginia Beach Public Utilities is gauging public interest in drop-off locations for large quantities of fats, oil, and grease. The drop-off locations would be available the week after Thanksgiving, providing...
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Noise Ordinance: Feedback on Proposed Changes
The Virginia Beach City Council has requested that the community be provided an additional opportunity to provide input on the proposed amendments to the City's noise ordinance.
Please note...
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VB10 Redistricting
Please join us at one of our upcoming public information meetings to learn more about the recent changes to our local election system! Beginning this November, Virginia Beach residents will only be able...
Shaping Tomorrow Today: 2040 Comp Plan Phase 2
In 2019, the City initiated a survey to gather citizen input for the update of the Comprehensive Plan. This survey is meant to build off the 2019 survey to understand the current preferences of Virginia...
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Noise Ordinance
The City of Virginia Beach is inviting the public to share their opinions on the proposed amendments to the noise ordinance. Key changes in the noise ordinance include plainly audible standard, amplified...
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Sustainability Plan Survey
As the City continues to develop and evolve its plans to shape the future of Virginia Beach, we need your input.
Please complete this survey to provide your thoughts on what should be preserved...
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5/31 Permanent Memorial Survey
The next important phase in the work of the Council-appointed 5/31 Memorial Committee’s planning process is to hear from the community. Please provide a response to the questions below by June 5.
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Community Revitalization Guidelines Public Meeting - Feb. 23, 2022
Public Meeting with the Planning Department and consultant WPA to discuss developing Community Revitalization guidelines, a guide to commercial and neighborhood area enhancement and flood mitigation...
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New Website Survey - VirginiaBeach.gov
The City of Virginia Beach website is the No. 1 resource for residents, visitors, businesses and community organizations to connect with City services and discover what Virginia Beach has to offer. Our...
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International Art and Light Festival Feasibility Survey
The City of Virginia Beach engaged Keen Independent Research LLC (Keen Independent) to conduct a study to assess the feasibility of an international art and light festival at or near the Virginia Beach...
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Citizen Review Panel Authority
City Council appointed a citizen task force to provide it with recommendations on five topics (below) related to civilian oversight of law enforcement personnel. The task force has conducted two public...
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Virginia Beach History Museums Interpretive Plan Survey
History Associates Incorporated (HAI) and the City of Virginia Beach are working with stakeholders and the public to develop an interpretive plan of the Lynnhaven, Thoroughgood, and Francis Land Houses....
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Flood Protection Program Survey
The City is seeking feedback on citizens’ knowledge and opinions of the City’s flood protection initiatives. Your input is important in helping the City understand your concerns about the impacts...
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Preserving History in Virginia Beach
Help plan the update of the City’s Historic Preservation Strategic Plan by sharing your input. The Virginia Beach Historic Preservation Commission is interested in learning about your concerns,...
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Resort Area Transportation and Mobility
Welcome and thank you for participating. The Resort Area Mobility Plan, or RAMP, will outline new and exciting ways for people to travel to and within the Virginia Beach resort area. The RAMP will...
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Short Term Rentals
The City is seeking your input regarding the proposed Short Term Overlay District Ordinances currently being considered for adoption. The results will be shared with the Planning Commission prior to their...
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Commercial Vehicle Survey
An ordinance regulating the parking and storage of commercial vehicles in residential and apartment zoning districts has been a part of the City Code since 1973.
Under the current ordinance, City Code...
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Planning Events and Entertainment for 2021
Planning for the 2021 entertainment events and activities is under way and we are considering changes that would freshen up the lineup and introduce new options for residents and visitors alike to enjoy....
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Police Chief Recruitment Survey
The City of Virginia Beach is seeking input from the community to assist with the recruitment of the next Chief of Police. Your responses to this survey will help identify key...
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COVID-19 Business Needs Assessment
The City is seeking public input to help identify critical needs and issues Virginia Beach business owners are experiencing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The survey will be open for...
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COVID-19 Resident Needs Assessment Survey
The City is seeking public input to help identify critical needs and issues Virginia Beach residents are experiencing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Your feedback will help guide the draft...
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Virginia Beach History Museums Future Programming
Your input is important to us! The Virginia Beach History Museums want to know your thoughts on future programming. The Thoroughgood House, Lynnhaven House, Francis Land House, and Princess Anne County...
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Participate in Comprehensive Plan Development
Hello and thank you for participating in Phase One of our community input gathering for the Virginia Beach Comprehensive Plan. Your survey responses on general topics such as growth, preservation of open...
Virginia Beach Fire Department Citizen Survey
The Virginia Beach Fire Department is seeking input from the community. Do you think the fire department does a good job? Are you aware of all the services they provide? What suggestions do you have for...
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Bow Creek SW Park Survey
The City of Virginia Beach departments of Public Works and Parks and Recreation recently offered a survey seeking public input to help transform the Bow Creek Golf Course into a 100-acre, multi-faceted,...
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Planning for the Future: The City's Comprehensive Plan
Thank you in advance for participating! This survey is a Phase One tool in our multi-phased community input gathering process to update the City's Comprehensive Plan. Participation allows the...
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Resort Area Strategic Action Plan 2019 Update
The Resort Area Strategic Action Plan was adopted in December of 2008. Since adoption, many of the strategic goals have been achieved through projects like the Laskin Gateway, the ViBe Connectivity Plan,...
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Virginia Beach E-Scooter Policy and Use
E-scooters are a new shared mobility service in Virginia Beach that offer an additional transportation option for residents and guests. Data from your survey participation will add to the community’s...
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VB Globally Inspired Gatherings 2020
Vote for your favorite global destinations! VBGIGs is a new series of free and low-cost public performances taking place throughout the city at parks, libraries and performance venues. Help us plan the...
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Resort Area Strategic Action Plan
The Resort Area Strategic Action Plan was adopted in December of 2008. Since adoption, many of the strategic goals have been achieved through projects like the Laskin Gateway, the ViBE Connectivity Plan,...
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Rudee Loop Wall Mural
Which mural design captivates you most? Choose now!
Okay, Virginia Beach, there’s an old wall at Rudee Loop that really needs an artistic makeover! We put the call out to artists for mural ideas...
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Therapeutic Recreation and Inclusion Support Services
Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation offers specific services and programs to help enrich the lives of individuals with disabilities. Our Inclusion Support Services provides accommodations for individuals...
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Dog Leash Laws on the Beach
Currently, City Code 6-5. - Animals on Beach and Adjacent Areas allows dogs on any city beach off of their leash and under control of the owner. The only exceptions are from Memorial Day to Labor...
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VBPD Mission Survey
The Virginia Beach Police Department is updating its mission statement and needs your input. Your participation is important because we realize how critical it is to develop a mission statement that reflects...
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VB 2019 Planning and Beyond
The Virginia Beach City Council is seeking residents' input on what they believe should be the City's goals and priorities. The feedback will help the Council plan for and allocate resources. ...
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Mural Art for Recreation Centers
5 FINALISTS, 3 REC CENTERS..... VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE!
A local competition for mural concepts at the Bayside, Great Neck and Princess Anne Recreation Centers drew great submissions. The choices have...
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Francis Land House Proposed World War II Exhibit
This survey asks for your input about features you might like to see included in a proposed World War II exhibition. The Virginia Beach Historic Houses Foundation is exploring an opportunity...
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Small Business Support
What training/support would add value to your small business? The City of Virginia Beach is seeking input to help plan programs and workshops for 2019 that are aligned with the needs of small...
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Resort Area Parking
The City of Virginia Beach is exploring ways to improve upon the resort area parking experience for residents and visitors. The feedback from this survey will be used to evaluate current parking operations...
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Stairway Mural Art for Mount Trashmore
Please vote for your favorite design! Survey Open through March 7, 2018. The City of Virginia Beach Office of Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the Department of Parks and Recreation, sought...
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Atlantic Ave. Off-Season Parking Trial
The City of Virginia Beach is exploring ways to help increase visitation to the oceanfront area during the off season. One of the ideas being considered is to offer free parking in targeted locations....
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Dome Site Project
The City of Virginia Beach is looking to develop the property where the old Dome pavillion used to be into a family-friendly, unique, multi-block mixed use destination infill redevelopment that offers:
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Entertainment District
The Entertainment District is the area between 14th and 20th streets bounded by the oceanfront and Birdneck Rd. The focus of the Entertainment District, as outlined in the Resort Area Strategic Action...
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