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37 Mr. O’Connell explained that this appropriation is the final payment by the County for their share of the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court renovations. The public hearing was opened, but as there were no speakers, the public hearing was closed. On motion by Ms. Hamilton, seconded by Dr. Brown, the $3,455,376 appropriation of Albemarle County Share of Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court Renovations was offered and carried over to the next meeting for consideration. REPORT : CITY MANAGER’S WORK PLAN Mr. O’Connell said that this document formalizes the Work Plan which includes major initiatives staff is implementing on behalf of Council. The major categories, which reflect Council’s priorities, are: Land Use, Urban Design, Transit, Transportation; Education and the Economy; “Greenfrastructure” – Environmental Sustainability; Affordable/Diverse Housing; Public Safety (Police, Fire, Emergency Services); Culture/Arts (Parks, Recreation, Cultural, Historic Resources); Regional Issues (County, U. Va. , etc.); Infrastructure (Public Building, Facilities, CIP); and World Class Government (Good Governance). Mr. O’Connell highlighted major projects in each category. He said he is seeking guidance and ultimate approval of the Work Plan by Council. Mr. Caravati made the following suggestions in category 1: negative impacts need to be specifically acknowledged for the Pavilion, such as noise; staff should look at how we implement the neighborhood planning process; and staff needs to look at the issue of whether the entire City will ultimately become an historic district. In category 1, Ms. Hamilton said she has questions about the prioritization of West Main Street and downtown mall improvements, and she thinks it needs more discussion. Mr. O’Connell asked if the budget process is the place to bring this issue back, and Ms. Hamilton said yes. rd Ms. Hamilton said that she thinks the 3 Street lighting is a high priority safety issue. In category 2, Mr. Caravati said the City Market relocation and Water Street RFP language seems contradictory. Mr. O’Connell said that the City Market relocation will occur before an RFP is released for the lot. In category 4, Ms. Hamilton said language is absent about improving coordination and cooperation with Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority. She said CRHA is forging different relationships at the State level as well and she would like to see that in the plan. In category 7, Ms. Hamilton suggested adding language about cross jurisdictional cooperation helping with affordable housing. In category 9, Ms. Hamilton referred to comments made by Ms. Roberts, and said retiree benefit issues need attention and she feels that should be reflected in the plan. She said she would like to see us be proactive. Mr. O’Connell noted that the Retirement Commission is looking at options. Mr. Caravati said that he thinks an expenditure trend analysis is needed for the upcoming budget.