Virginia Beach National Golf Club

The City Council plans to sell the property of Virginia Beach National Golf Club. This proposed sale has drawn criticism from citizens, although officials argue that the sale will save taxpayers money on maintenance and also generate tax revenue.

The Virginia Beach City Council voted 9-2 on Tuesday night to approve a major sale. The transaction involves the transfer of the Virginia Beach National Golf Club to the Dragas Companies.

The Virginia Beach City Council may vote on Tuesday to sell Virginia Beach National Golf Club. The proposal aims to kick off a public-private partnership for redeveloping the land. A public hearing regarding the transfer of the 300 acre, 18-hole course is scheduled for 6 p.m. at City Hall.

Helen Dragas, CEO of Dragas Companies, denied allegations that her firm had an unfair advantage in its bid to purchase Virginia Beach National Golf Club. She stated her team aimed to submit the best competitive proposal.

Virginia Beach postponed a public hearing on the potential sale of the National Golf Club due to an error in the notice stating the acreage as 300 instead of 350. The city will re-advertise the hearing to ensure proper public notice.

Opponents of the Virginia Beach National Golf Club sale are urging the city to pause the process, citing a need for more public engagement. Proponents argue that a plan including housing will enhance the golf course and generate tax revenue.

City Council is considering a plan to construct nearly 660 housing units, a childcare center, and redesign eight holes at Virginia Beach National Golf Club. The development would be led by an unnamed entity in a presentation revealed Tuesday.