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January 14, 2025 (i) The Use Permit was obtained by fraud or deception; (ii) The applicant has failed to comply with one or more of the conditions of approval; (iii) There is a change in conditions affecting the public health, safety, and welfare, since adoption of the Use Permit; or (iv) There are repeated violations of the Zoning Ordinance by the holder of the Use Permit related to the development approved by the Use Permit. REVOCATION OF PERMIT: 7. Violation of any of the conditions set forth herein may serve as grounds for revocation of the use permit by City Council.” Ayes: Bryant, Hugel, Moody, Thomas, Tillage, Glover Nays: None (d) UP-24-12 VICTORY BOULEVARD - Resolution granting the request of OV Development, LLC for a Use Permit to develop a self-service storage facility on a +6.3-acre vacant parcel located at 4054 Victory Boulevard as permitted by Sec. 40.2-216 of the Portsmouth Zoning Ordinance. The property is zoned General Mixed-Use (GMU). The Future Land Use Map of the Build One Portsmouth Comprehensive Plan designates this property for commercial use. Planning Commission recommends denial.  Applicant was not available to present the application. Motion by Mr. Hugel, and seconded by Mr. Moody, to deny UP-24-12, and was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Bryant, Hugel, Moody, Thomas, Tillage, Glover Nays: None - City Manager’s Report - 25 - 14 - Adoption of an ordinance accepting an Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant in the amount of $92,582 from the U.S. Department of Justice and appropriating said funds in the FY 2025 Grants Fund for use by the Portsmouth Police Department for officer safety, specialized equipment, technology improvements, and the Adult Drug Treatment Court Program. Background:  The Department of Justice (DOJ) – Office of Justice Programs (OJP) has awarded Portsmouth $92,582 under the 2024 BJA FY 24 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program - Local Solicitation. The grant funding is to provide funds for officer safety, specialized equipment, technology, and continued funding to support the Adult Drug Treatment Court Program. Discussion:  PPD will use JAG funds for equipment, supplies and technology to improve the Department’s ability to interact with the citizens and respond to public safety incidents. The funds will provide equipment as we revitalize the Marine Unit, provide security cameras and equipment for the Mounted Patrol Unit, and purchase additional camera trailers, red dot sights, and storage containers.  Furthermore, the funds will be used to support the various Drug Court Treatment programs such as drug testing, education, office supplies, drug treatment and program support within the Circuit Court. Financial Impact:  The grant award amount of $92,582 by the Department of Justice (DOJ) / Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) provides funding for the Portsmouth Police Department.  No local match is required as a condition of the funding.