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2025 City Budget

From environment and sustainability side, there are some noteworthy new projects in the Capital Improvement Program, including 

-#20-300 Urban Forestry [Master Plan] & Tree Inventory Plan - will provide the framework for managing the green infrastructure of the City for the next 20 years and beyond [and] ensure a cohesive approach towards tree management and preservation.  - budget $500K in 2026

- #15-300 Chesapeake Pedestrian Access Improvements - funds improvements to pedestrian crossings at 33 signalized intersections in the City and include high-visibility crosswalks, pedestrian signal poles, push buttons, and curb ramps with detectable warnings. - budget $4.125M in 2026 via VDOT Reimbursements.  More details at Highway Safety Improvement Program - VDOT Smart Portal

- #27-300 Wayfinding Signage - implementation of a scalable wayfinding sign ‘family’ consisting of entryway, gateway, and both pedestrian and vehicular wayfinding signage [to] connect areas in the City to a cohesive Chesapeake identity while highlighting unique community features - budget $350K in 2026

The CEIC and Tree Board have been calling for the creation of an Urban Forestry Master Plan for several years.  Safer pedestrian crossing and wayfinding signage were both in the Bicycle/Trails Advisory Committe wish list during the review process for the Trails and Connectivity Plan.  

The City Council will vote on the proposed Budget on May 13.

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