Richmond City Council Official meeting schedule for May 2012

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, April 26, 2012 Richmond City Council Official meeting schedule for May 2012 All Richmond citizens are invited and encouraged to attend all meetings, which are free and open to the public WHAT In delivery of its official duties as the governing body of Richmond, Richmond City Council holds an average of 12 official monthly public government meetings to discuss, deliberate, and act on laws, finances and policy. A summary of official Richmond City Council Official Public Meetings for the upcoming month is listed below. Meeting times and dates are subject to change and more meetings may be added as needed. Council Official Government Meetings are held on behalf of the "body of Council" and include (but are not limited to) two “Council Formal” meetings, two “Council Informal” meetings, six Council Standing Committee meetings, and Council Public Hearings and Public Information/Events held on an as-needed basis. All Richmond citizens are invited and encouraged to attend all Council meetings and to contact the Richmond Councilmember elected for their voting district (by phone, in person, via email, or by mail) to learn more; provide input; and/or ask questions. 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. Parking - Public Transportation, via GRTC, and free street parking around/in the vicinity of Richmond City Hall is available. Televised - Formal Council meetings are televised live on local PBS TV Station, WVCW and replayed daily at Noon and 7:00 p.m. on Richmond Government Access TV Channel 17. 2012 May Richmond City Council Meeting Schedule Summary Tuesday, May 1, 2012; 5:00-6:30 p.m._____________________________________________ Richmond City Council COUNCIL BUDGET REVIEW MEETING (Introduction Date for Council Budget Amendments) A special meeting to be held in consideration of Council establishing the Fiscal Year 2013 Richmond Government Budget. This is the introduction date for Council Budget Amendments. LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St. Thursday, May 3, 2012; 5:00-6:30 p.m._____________________________________________ Richmond City Council ADDITIONAL COUNCIL BUDGET REVIEW MEETING (IF NEEDED) A special meeting to be held in consideration of Council establishing the Fiscal Year 2013 Richmond Government Budget. LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St. Monday, May 7, 2012; 3:30-5:00 p.m._________________________________________________ Richmond City Council ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE (Note: This meeting to include Closed Session for Council Interviews of a new City Clerk and the time may be much longer) Responsible for oversight, monitoring and updating policy regarding Richmond City Council internal operations, Council offices and functions of Standing Committees, Boards and Commissions. LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 9th Floor, HR Training Room; 900 E. Broad Street Frequency Typically meets the first Monday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m. Monday, May 14, 2012; 3:00-5:00 p.m.________________________________________________ Richmond City Council INFORMAL MEETING SESSION (May include Discussion on Fiscal Year 2013 Richmond Government Budget.) Responsible for reviewing information and preparing for “Formal” Council meetings. Meetings may include presentations from city administration or private entities. LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St. Frequency Typically meets the second and forth Monday of each month; 3:00-4:30 p.m. (With the exception of August, when no Informal meetings are held, and holidays) Monday, May 14, 2012; 6:00-8:00 p.m.________________________________________________ Richmond City Council FORMAL MEETING SESSION (Council to Adopt Fiscal Year 2013 Richmond Government Budget) Responsible for deciding official Council action, which includes discussing, adopting, rejecting, and amending laws and approving the budget. Formal meetings include a time for public comment and are televised live on the local PBS station and are replayed in Richmond on Government Access Channel 17, beginning at Noon and 7:00 p.m. daily. LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St. Frequency Typically meets the second and forth Monday of each month; 6:00-8:00 p.m. (With the exception of August, when no Formal meetings are held, and holidays) Wednesday, May 16, 2012; 5:00-6:30 p.m._____________________________________________ Richmond City Council HEALTH, HUMAN SERVICES AND EDUCATION STANDING COMMITTEE The Committee is responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding public mental and physical health, social services, recreation, and the public library. It also balances the primary role of the Richmond Public Schools Board regarding oversight of Richmond Public Schools and Council’s responsibility for appropriation of public funds. LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St. Frequency Typically meets the third Wednesday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 17, 2012; 3:00-4:30 p.m.___________________________________________ Richmond City Council FINANCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE The Committee is responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding city fiscal operations, which includes the budgetary process, annual/biannual fiscal plan budgets, revenue and expenses and internal fiscal controls. LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St. Frequency Beginning February 2011 meets the third Thursday of each month; 3:00-4:30 p.m. Monday, May 21, 2012; 5:00-6:30 p.m.________________________________________________ Richmond City Council PUBLIC SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE The Committee is responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding judiciary, law enforcement, fire and emergency response and prevention, ambulance services and emergency communications. LOCATION Richmond Police Academy - 1202 W. Graham Road (Richmond’s Northside) Frequency Typically meets the third Monday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 22, 2012; 3:00-4:30 p.m._____________________________________ ___________ Richmond City Council LAND USE, HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION STANDING COMMITTEE The Committee is responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding real estate, housing, environmental issues, and public transportation. LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St. Frequency Typically meets the Tuesday following the 3rd Monday of each month; 3:00-4:30 p.m. Thursday, May 24, 2012; 4:00-5:30 p.m.________________________________________________ Richmond City Council GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE The Committee is responsible for reviewing general operations of all city administrative departments, agencies and offices and for making appropriate policy and operational changes and recommendations to increase efficiency and meet community priorities. LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd Floor Large Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street Frequency Typically meets the Fourth Thursday of each month; 4:00-5:30 p.m. Monday, May 28, 2012_______________________________________________________________ HOLIDAY Richmond City Council will observe Memorial Day Holiday on Monday, May 28, 2012 and Richmond City Hall will be closed on that day. The regularly scheduled Richmond City Council Meetings for that day will be held the following day. Tuesday, May 29, 2012; 3:00-5:00 p.m.________________________________________________ Richmond City Council INFORMAL MEETING SESSION This meeting is held for reviewing information and preparing for “Formal” Council meetings. Meetings may include presentations from city administration or private entities. LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St. Frequency Typically meets the second and forth Monday of each month; 3:00-4:30 p.m. (With the exception of August, when no Informal meetings are held, and holidays) Tuesday May 29, 2012; 6:00-8:00 p.m._________________________________________________ Richmond City Council FORMAL MEETING SESSION This meeting is held for deciding official Council action, which includes discussing, adopting, rejecting, and amending laws and approving the budget. Formal meetings include a time for public comment and are televised live on the local PBS station and are replayed in Richmond on Government Access Channel 17, beginning at Noon and 7:00 p.m. daily. LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St. Frequency Typically meets the second and forth Monday of each month; 6:00-8:00 p.m. (With the exception of August, when no Formal meetings are held, and holidays) Richmond City Council ____________________________________________ 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. Member of the 2009–2012 RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL ______________________________ PRESIDENT (2011-2012) The Honorable Kathy Graziano Councilwoman, Richmond City Council - Southwest 4th District 804.320.2454 (office tel); 339.8393 (mobile) kathy.graziano@richmondgov.com (email) VICE PRESIDENT (2011-2012) The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson Councilwoman, Richmond City Council - Gateway 6th District 804.646.5724 (office tel); 314.7658 (mobile) ellen.robertson@richmondgov.com (email) West End 1st District The Honorable Bruce W. Tyler, Councilman Richmond City Council - West End 1st District 804.357.6007 (mobile) bruce.tyler@richmondgov.com (email) North Central 2nd District The Honorable Charles R. Samuels, Councilman Richmond City Council - North Central 2nd District 804.646.6532 (office tel); 690.0898 (mobile) charles.samuels@richmondgov.com (email) Northside 3rd District The Honorable Christopher A. Hilbert, Councilman Richmond City Council - Northside 3rd District 804.646.6055 (office tel) 306.0875 (mobile) chris.hilbert@richmondgov.com (email) Central 5th District The Honorable E. Martin Jewell, Councilman Richmond City Council - Central 5th District 804.646.5724 (office tel); 332.3654 (mobile) marty.jewell@richmondgov.com (email) East End 7th District The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman* Richmond City Council - East End 7th District 804.646.3012 (office tel) cynthia.newbille@richmondgov.com (email) *Elected November 3, 2009 in special local election Southside 8th District The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman Richmond City Council - Southside 8th District 804.646.6592 (office tel); 240.5050 (mobile) reva.trammell@richmondgov.com (email) South Central 9th District The Honorable Douglas G. Conner, Jr., Councilman Richmond City Council - South Central 9th District 804.646.6592 (office tel); 512,0500 (mobile) doug.conner@richmondgov.com (email) _____________________________________________________________ MAILING ADDRESS/WEBSITE RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL Richmond City Hall - 900 East Broad Street, Suite 305 Richmond, Virginia 23219 - 804.646.7955 www.council.richmondva.gov (website) CONTACT For updated meeting information, please call the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955. For more information regarding Richmond City Council, please contact Steve Skinner, Council Public Information Manager, Richmond City Council Office of the Council Chief of Staff, at 804.646.6052 (o); or, steven.skinner@richmondgov.com - end - Richmond City Council - Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 804.646.5345 tel - www.council.richmondva.gov website ______________________________________ Steven R. Skinner, APR Council Public Information Manager Office of the Chief of Staff RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL 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) skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (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.