Meeting Minutes
February 2023

CPRV Civic League Meeting      
Kingdom Embassy & Virtual     
13FEB23          
6:30 – 7:17 p.m.


VP started the meeting at 6:30 p.m. 

Board Present/Zoom – President, Vice President, Community Resource, Media, Secretary, and Social. 

Speakers – see recording and/or blog online for complete data from speakers.

Councilwoman – Courtney Doyle – fraud/waste/abuse with city government/workers.

Asphalt Art – Melissa Seek – propose project – safety, beautification, and bring community together.  Vote to move forward – unanimous in favor at KE/six (6) online. 

Community Resource Officer, Norfolk PD – Charles Dreer – crime lower this month; do NOT try to intervene, just get the best details you can.  If not in progress, can non-emergency line at 757-441-5610.  Kia is putting a fix in place for ease in stealing their vehicles (if no key, can use USB end of charger). 

Board updates

Community Resource – Stephanie – can check crimemapping.com for up to five (5) mile radius. 

Media – have the media kit and if you know of anyone interested in advertising have them contact media@cprv.net.

Social – Next meetup 26FEB23 at Reaver Beach (38th/Colley) at 3:30 p.m.  Music Video Bingo 4-6 p.m. 

Secretary – minutes for approval – approved.

Treasurer (done by President) – treasurer’s report (presented by President) – available upon request. 

President – River View (RV) nominee (Patience MacCartney)for RV representative, data in newsletter, and Special Election at March mtg. 

V President – no update.

V President – asked for new business.

– Question – do we have an update for when the water work will be done? 

– Answer – City Rep will be present with an update in April. 

  VP ended the meeting at 7:17 p.m. 

News & Resources

CPRV Neighbors Toast to Six Months of Happy Hours at Perro Blanco

The Colonial Place Riverview Civic League marked its sixth consecutive monthly Community Happy Hour on Wednesday, November 5th—this time at Perro Blanco, our neighborhood’s go-to Tequila & Mezcal spot.

What started as a fun idea from Artemis Stoll, our incredible Social Events Committee Chair, has blossomed into a monthly tradition that truly embodies the spirit of CPRV. Artemis envisioned these gatherings as a way to spotlight local businesses while giving neighbors a chance to connect, laugh, and build friendships—and she’s delivered in every way. Her dedication over the years has played a huge role in helping our community grow closer and more vibrant.

This month’s happy hour had it all—a lively lounge atmosphere, friendly staff, delicious food, and a fantastic turnout. We saw new faces, familiar friends, and even neighbors who hadn’t been to an event in a while. From tacos and nachos to tequila and good conversation, it was the kind of evening that reminds us why we love calling CPRV home.

Next month, we’ll keep the fun rolling with our December Happy Hour at Fellini’s (date TBD). Follow us on social media for updates—and come raise a glass with your neighbors!

We love being your neighbor!

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Neighbors and Experts Team Up to Prune 200+ Crepe Myrtles in Colonial Place

This month, Colonial Place neighbors rolled up their sleeves and joined forces with teams from the Norfolk Master Gardeners and City Forester Steven Traylor for an educational and hands-on pruning event. Together, they carefully trimmed and maintained over 200 Crepe Myrtle trees throughout the neighborhood — keeping CPRV’s tree-lined streets as beautiful and healthy as ever.

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October 13th CPRV Civic League Meeting Recap​

Recap of the 10/13 CPRV Civic League meeting featuring Arts@ODU guests Cullen Strawn and Dr. Jasper Waugh-Quasebarth, board updates, and upcoming events including the rescheduled Front Porch Art Walk, community happy hour, waste collection day, and volunteer pruning.

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