Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Councilman Doug Conner to hold news conference today with Mayor Dwight C. Jones regarding Richmond Emergency Management Operations

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov

COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Tuesday, 20 December 2011

Councilman Doug Conner to hold news conference today with Mayor Dwight C. Jones regarding Richmond Emergency Management Operations

All Richmond residents are invited and encouraged to attend.

WHAT The Honorable Doug Conner, Councilman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th District, will hold a news conference today with The Honorable Dwight C. Jones, Mayor of Richmond, regarding Richmond Emergency Management Operations and plans for the City of Richmond.

The meeting will include Anthony McLean, Coordinator of the Richmond Office of Emergency Management. This event is free and open to the public and all Richmond residents are invited and encouraged to attend.

WHEN Tuesday, December 20, 2011
2:30 p.m.

WHERE Richmond City Hall
2nd Floor Large Conference Room
900 E. Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia

WHO The Honorable Doug Conner, Councilman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th District

The Honorable Dwight C. Jones, Mayor of Richmond

Anthony McLean, Coordinator of the Richmond Office of Emergency Management

CONTACT For more information, please contact The Honorable Doug Conner, Councilman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th District, at 804.233.8288, or doug.conner@richmondgov.com

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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________

MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.

VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.

Thursday, December 15, 2011

Councilwoman Robertson invites Gateway 6th District residents to a 2011 Highland Park Christmas Social

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov

COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Thursday, 15 December 2011

Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson invites Gateway 6th District residents to a 2011 Highland Park Christmas Social

Includes refreshments

WHAT The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Gateway 6th District invites all Gateway 6th District residents to a 2011 Highland Park Christmas Social. All Gateway 6th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. Parking is Free. The event will include:

Live Entertainment ______________________________________________________
• Food
• Games
• Prizes
• Decorating
• Tree Lighting
• Christmas Caroling

WHEN Friday, December 16, 2011
5:00-8:00 p.m.

WHERE Richmond Department of Parks Recreation and Community Facilities
Ann Hardy Plaza Community Center
3300 First Avenue
Richmond, Virginia 23231

WHO The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Gateway 6th District

CONTACT For more information, please contact Cybelle O’Sullivan-McDaniels, Richmond City Council, Gateway 6th District, at 804.646.7964 (office) or cybelle.o’sullivan@richmondgov.com; www.ellenrobertson.com (website)

Background _______________________________________________________________________
Richmond Department of Parks Recreation and Community Facilities
Ann Hardy Plaza Community Center
The Richmond Department of Parks Recreation and Community Facilities Ann Hardy Plaza Community Center is owned and operated by the City of Richmond. The Center is located in Richmond's Northside 6th Voting District and provides programs and services for all Richmond residents. The center includes a meeting room, computer lab, multi-purpose room and restrooms. Outside the center there is one basketball court and a playground. Recreation programs and classes include:

o cultural arts
o afterschool fun club
o sports
o dance
o summer camp
o crafts
o sewing
o self-improvement
o computers
o games
o martial arts
o music
o special events

Richmond Department of Parks Recreation and Community Facilities
Ann Hardy Plaza Community Center
3300 First Avenue
Richmond, Virginia 23231
804. 646.4824 (tel)
http://www.richmondgov.com/parks/CommunityCenterAnnHardyPlaza.aspx (website)
Hours of Operation are:
September - June, Mondays - Fridays, 1:30 - 10:00 p.m.
June - August, Mondays - Fridays, 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.


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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________

MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.

VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.

Monday, December 12, 2011

Councilman Chris Hilbert encourages everyone to attend the 2011 Holiday Open House at Richmond's Pine Camp Cultural Arts and Community Center

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov

COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Monday, 12 December 2011

Councilman Chris Hilbert encourages everyone to attend the 2011 Holiday Open House at Richmond's Pine Camp Cultural Arts and Community Center

Entire Richmond Community invited and encouraged to attend

WHAT The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council Northside 3rd District, encourages the entire Richmond community to attend the Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Pine Camp Cultural Arts and Community Center. This event is free and open to the public and will include:

• Richmond Boys Choir (music)
• Ban Caribe (music)
• Give-aways
• Refreshments

WHEN Thursday, December 15, 2011
7:00-8:30 p.m.

WHERE Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities
Pine Camp Cultural Arts and Community Center
4901 Old Brook Road
Richmond, VA 23227
http://www.richmondgov.com/parks/programmingCulturalArts.aspx (website)
804.646.3672 (tel)

CONTACT For more information, please contact the Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities - Pine Camp Cultural Arts and Community Center, at 804.646.3672 (tel), or http://www.richmondgov.com/parks/programmingCulturalArts.aspx (website); or, Councilman Chris A. Hilbert, at 804.646.6055 or chris.hilbert@richmondgov.com


Background ___________________________________________________________________

Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities
Pine Camp Cultural Arts and Community Center

Opened in 2000, the Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Pine Camp Cultural Arts and Community Center is located in Richmond’s Northside 3rd District. The center includes a game room, computer lab, a multi-purpose room and restrooms. Located outside the center are three basketball courts, a large children's playground, senior fitness trail, one softball field and a soccer field.

Recreation programs and classes include sports, arts, fitness, dance, crafts, games, active adults (seniors) programs, computers, and an after school "Fun Klub". The center also hosts a summer camp, special events, workshops, after-school program, and cultural activities at different times.

Hours of Operation
September - June, Mondays - Fridays, 1:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
June - August, Mondays - Fridays, 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

For more information on the Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Pine Camp Cultural Arts and Community Center please visit the website, at http://www.richmondgov.com/parks/programmingCulturalArts.aspx



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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________

MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.

VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.

Thursday, December 8, 2011

Councilman Marty Jewell to hold a meeting in the Central 5th District

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov

COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Thursday 8 December 2011

Councilman Marty Jewell to hold a meeting in the Central 5th District

All Central 5th District citizens invited and encouraged to attend

WHAT The Honorable E. Martin "Marty" Jewell, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Central 5th District, will hold a meeting in the Central 5th District. Councilman Jewell personally holds individual meetings in the Central 5th District throughout the year that include information on his goals and accomplishments; a thematic agenda of current interest; and, special guests. All Central 5th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. Free refreshments will be served. Parking is Free. The planned agenda for this meeting will include:

Topics and Guests

• Richmond City Council Policies and Process
Ms. Joyce Davis, Policy Analyst
Richmond City Council Office of the Council Chief of Staff

• Winter and Holiday Fire Safety
Lieutenant William Andrews
Richmond Department of Fire and Emergency Services

WHEN Thursday, December 15, 2011
6:00-8:00 p.m.

WHERE Richmond Southside Government Services Center
4100 Hull Street - Richmond, Virginia

WHO The Honorable E. Martin "Marty" Jewell, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Central 5th District

CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilman Marty Jewell, Richmond City Council, Central 5th District, at 804.646.5724 (tel); or marty.jewell@richmondgov.com (email).

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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________

MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.

VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.

Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Councilwoman Robertson to hold annual Gateway 6th District Community Celebration and Awards Breakfast

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov

COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Wednesday, 7 December 2011

Councilwoman Robertson to hold annual Gateway 6th District Community Celebration and Awards Breakfast

Includes refreshments and live entertainment

WHAT The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Gateway 6th District, will hold her annual Gateway 6th District Community Celebration and Awards Breakfast. The event will include live entertainment, refreshments, awards and special prizes. All Gateway 6th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. Parking is Free. The planned agenda for the event will include:

Awards and Recognition ________________________________________________
Councilwoman Robertson personally recognizes individual citizens, civic/ community and nonprofit leaders and organizations, corporations, youth and staff for their achievements and service to her and the Gateway 6th District.

Live Entertainment ______________________________________________________
• Live Jazz
Richmond Public Schools Community High School Jazz band

• Youth performances from
Richmond Public Schools Oak Grove Elementary School
Richmond Public Schools Overby-Sheppard Elementary School

• Art Display
Richmond Public Schools - John Marshall High School

• Much, much more

Refreshments ___________________________________________________________
Free food and drinks will be served to all attendees.

WHEN Saturday December 10, 2011
10:00 a.m. – Noon

WHERE 5th Street Baptist Church
2800 3rd Avenue
Richmond, Virginia 23222

WHO The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Gateway 6th District

CONTACT For more information, please contact Cybelle O’Sullivan-McDaniels, Richmond City Council, Gateway 6th District, at 804.646.7964 (office) or cybelle.o’sullivan@richmondgov.com; www.ellenrobertson.com (website)

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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________

MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.

VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.

Updated Timetable: Richmond to receive wreath from Wreaths Across America on behalf of departed U.S. Military Veterans

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov

COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Wednesday, 7 December 2011

Updated Timetable: Richmond to receive wreath from Wreaths Across America on behalf of departed U.S. Military Veterans

Delivered by convoy of motorcycle riders, which will include members of Virginia State Police and Richmond Police Department Police motorcycle units

WHAT The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Southside 8th District, is scheduled to accept a wreath on behalf of Richmond citizens from Wreaths Across America (The timetable has been updated below). The wreath honors the service of departed United States of America Military Veterans.

Part of a national tribute sponsored by the Worchester Wreath Company (Harrington, Maine) and its Wreaths Across America initiative, wreaths will be placed on the graves of departed U. S. Military Service Veterans and at other official memorials, locations and sites nationally and worldwide.

Richmond Metro events will include a motor convoy comprised of motorcycle riders, which will include members of Virginia State Police and Richmond Police Department Police motorcycle units and an 18-wheel truck carrying wreaths.

Official worldwide ceremonies will begin simultaneously at Noon, Eastern Standard Time, 1700 Zulu.

WHEN APPROXIMATE LOCAL SCHEUDLE - Saturday, December 10, 2011

11:00 a.m. Convoy to depart Cox Transportation
(1044 Dow Gil Road, Ashland, Virginia). Convoy to include motorcycle riders (which will include members of Virginia State Police and Richmond Police Department Police motorcycle units) and an 18-wheel truck carrying wreaths.

Convoy travels I-95 South en route in Richmond

Includes stops at the Virginia War Memorial

11:30 a.m. Wreath Presentation to Richmond
Branch of convoy proceeds to Richmond City Hall
(900 E. Broad Street) 9th Street Entrance - to present wreath to City of Richmond.



The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Southside 8th District will receive wreath on behalf of Richmond Citizens.

Noon Ceremony held at Richmond National Cemetery
1701 Williamsburg Road, Richmond, Virginia

WHERE Wreath Presentation to Richmond
Richmond City Hall, 9th Street Entrance (900 E. Broad Street)

WHO The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Southside 8th District

CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilwoman Reva Trammell, at 804-240-5050 (mobile); or, 233-7382 (home), or via email, at reva.trammell@richmondgov.com





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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________

MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.

VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.

Monday, December 5, 2011

Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold a meeting in Richmond’s Southside 8th District

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov

COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Monday 5 December 2011

Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold a meeting in Richmond’s Southside 8th District

All Southside 8th District citizens invited and encouraged to attend

WHAT The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Southside 8th District, will hold a meeting in the Southside 8th District. Councilwoman Trammel personally holds individual monthly meetings that include information on her goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda, special guests, free parking and free refreshments. The meetings are free and all of Richmond’s Southside 8th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. Topics and Guests for her meeting will include:

Topics and Guests

• Mr. Jerryl Bennett, Director of Public Housing
United States Department of Housing and Urban Development
Richmond Field Office

• Richmond Police Department
Know your neighborhood Richmond Police Officers

Capt. Sybil El-Amin, Commander
Richmond Police Department 1st Police Precinct

Capt. Harvey Powers, Commander
Richmond Police Department 2nd Police Precinct

Capt. Jennifer Elflein, Commander
Richmond Police Department 3rd Police Precinct

WHEN Thursday, December 15, 2011
6:00-8:00 p.m.

WHERE Satellite Restaurant & Lounge/Crab House
4000 Jefferson Davis Highway - Richmond, Virginia

WHO The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman
Richmond City Council, Southside 8th District

CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilwoman Reva Trammell, at 804-240-5050 (mobile); or, 233-7382 (home), or via email, at reva.trammell@richmondgov.com

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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________

MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.

VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.

Friday, December 2, 2011

Richmond to receive wreath from Wreaths Across America on behalf of departed U.S. Military Veterans

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov

COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Friday, 2 December 2011

Richmond to receive wreath from Wreaths Across America on behalf of departed U.S. Military Veterans

Delivered by convoy of motorcycle riders, which will include members of Virginia State Police and Richmond Police Department Police motorcycle units

WHAT The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Southside 8th District, is scheduled to accept a wreath on behalf of Richmond citizens from Wreaths Across America. The wreath honors the service of departed United States of America Military Veterans.

Part of a national tribute sponsored by the Worchester Wreath Company (Harrington, Maine) and its Wreaths Across America initiative, wreaths will be placed on the graves of departed U. S. Military Service Veterans and at other official memorials, locations and sites nationally and worldwide.

Richmond Metro events will include a motor convoy comprised of motorcycle riders, which will include members of Virginia State Police and Richmond Police Department Police motorcycle units and an 18-wheel truck carrying wreaths.

Official worldwide ceremonies will begin simultaneously at Noon, Eastern Standard Time, 1700 Zulu.

WHEN APPROXIMATE LOCAL SCHEUDLE - Saturday, December 10, 2011

9:00 a.m. Convoy to depart Cox Transportation
(1044 Dow Gil Road, Ashland, Virginia). Convoy to include motorcycle riders (which will include members of Virginia State Police and Richmond Police Department Police motorcycle units) and an 18-wheel truck carrying wreaths.

Convoy travels I-95 South en route in Richmond

Includes stops at the Virginia War Memorial

9:30 a.m. Wreath Presentation to Richmond
Branch of convoy proceeds to Richmond City Hall
(900 E. Broad Street) 9th Street Entrance - to present wreath to City of Richmond.

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The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Southside 8th District will receive wreath on behalf of Richmond Citizens.

Noon Ceremony held at Richmond National Cemetery
1701 Williamsburg Road, Richmond, Virginia

WHERE Wreath Presentation to Richmond
Richmond City Hall, 9th Street Entrance (900 E. Broad Street)

WHO The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Southside 8th District

CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilwoman Reva Trammell, at 804-240-5050 (mobile); or, 233-7382 (home), or via email, at reva.trammell@richmondgov.com





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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________

MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.

VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.