Learn more at Ocean Park Rescue Squad’s OPVRS News:
Be aware that the proximity of the stoplight may cause traffic to back up in front of the ambulance garages. Please don’t block the box in front of the station.
On Thursday Feb 6th the Ocean Park Civic League unanimously voted to request the OPCL BOD to send a letter to the Mayor & City Council re: Orsted plan for Lesner Municipal Wharf
The current idea has prompted many questions due to its impact on Ocean Park, safety on Shore Drive & the wildly popular Lynnhaven Boat Ramp & Beach Facility.
View Powerpoint presented to City Council Informal Session FEB 4 ’20.
Have questions or concerns?
Share them in “DISCUSS” below.
Lynnhaven Boat Ramp & Beach Facility could be construction base for offshore wind off Virginia Beach coast
View article at Pilotonline.com:
The City Council will hear more about the lease of the 5-acre site on Tuesday. A public hearing will be scheduled soon, said Vice Mayor Jim Wood.
Cassidy was arrested on Monday and charged with five counts of robbery
Cassidy was arrested the same day police responded to a robbery at Albano Cleaners at Thoroughgood Road and Pleasure House Road, but police haven’t said whether Cassidy might be linked to that robbery at this time.
Agenda for JAN 9 OPCL General Membership Meeting at OPVRS. Chili Cook-off too!
View & download 1 page Agenda.
Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad update & vision from Jay Kerr.
Recognition of new OPCL Officers by President Ryan Cochran.
OPCL Scholarship – Overview / Update – Betty Demers.
Crime Report from Jeff Wroblewski.
Sand replenishment update.
and more!
CHILI COOK-OFF INFO
Come out and warm up with your neighbors!
Adult beverages, cornbread, small bowls & spoons, power strips & extension cords provided.
Please bring your CHILI in a crockpot.
BABYSITTING IS NOW AVAILABLE
Please RSVP to communication@opcl.org or DM Jennifer in Facebook if you plan on BABYSITTING services.
We have experienced teen babysitters on-call, ready to play & color in an adjoining room.
OPVRS INFO
OPVRS is beloved Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad and is located 3769 East Stratford Road. Google Maps directions.
PLEASE ENTER FROM DOOR OPPOSITE SHORE DRIVE.
Parking is limited so please walk or car pool if possible.
10th graders apply now to join new classes at Brock Environmental Center that will start SEPT 2020!
VBCPS is now accepting applications from current 10th grade students interested in attending the Environmental Studies Program, a new innovative program opening at the Brock Environmental Center in September 2020. Students have until Jan. 31.
10th graders, start here to begin application process:
Application Process
Before entering grade 11, students will apply for admission to the program in the fall of their sophomore year. An essay formulated around the topics of Sustainable Economics and Business Innovation, Social Sustainability and Environmental Sustainability and Natural Resource Stewardship will be included in the application and will be used to identify candidates who show a passion for and interest in the fields of study. . . .
OCEAN PARK BEACH NOURISHMENT update & documents
The official notice from Army Corp of Engineers including drawings, project review certification, official species list and more.
The ACOE is “still reviewing the permit application submitted by the City of Virginia Beach”. There is no current timeline when this project might get approved.
OPVRS signals up!
Syncing of lights & crosswalks installed about Dec 21.
Thanks to everyone who helped add this pedestrian love!
OPVRS intersection getting more love Saturday. Expect delays on Shore Drive.
The contractor will be installing mast arms at the intersection. There will be single lane closures on east and west bound Shore Drive. Police will stop traffic for approximately 10-15 minutes in each direction while the mast arms are lifted and installed.
The project is likely to produce traffic delays, congestion, and some construction noise.
Ocean Park Civic League 