Thursday, March 28, 2013

Updated: Richmond City Council schedule for establishing Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Richmond Government Budgets

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL


Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov



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Thursday, 28 March 2013



Updated: Richmond City Council schedule for establishing Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Richmond Government Budgets



The Richmond Government Budget Includes: General Fund, Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), Special Funds, Enterprise Funds, Internal Service Funds, to include Federal and State funds along with funds for Richmond Public Schools



(Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Richmond City Council Budget Review Schedule for establishing the Fiscal Year 2014/2015 Richmond Government Budgets (below) has been updated. The update includes moving Richmond City Council's review of the proposed budgets for the Richmond Police Department from Monday, April 1, 2013 to Monday, April 8, 2013.



The Richmond City Council Budget Review Schedule for establishing the Fiscal Year 2014/2015 Richmond Government Budgets is listed below. It includes special meetings, public hearings and important Budget action dates. Richmond residents are invited and encouraged to contact the Richmond City Councilmember representing them and/or to attend budget meetings. Residents are invited to publicly address Richmond City Council regarding the Budget during listed Public Hearings (Council Budget Work Sessions do not include public comment periods, but are open to the public). The schedule is a working outline and dates/times/locations are subject to change as required.



The Fiscal Year 2013 Richmond Government Budget, established by Richmond City Council in 2012, was $1,429,628,466.



Richmond City Council

FY 2014-2015 Council Budget Review Schedule



Date/Time Description Location

August 2012 - February 2013

Aug. 2012 - February 2013 Council works with Administration to Review Budget needs Various locations

October

October 2012 Richmond City Council Retreat with Richmond Chief Administrative Officer for budget overview Richmond Police Academy

November

Thursday, November 15, 2012 Richmond Comprehensive Annual Financial Report presented to Richmond City Council



Richmond City Council to receive Richmond Revenue Forecast

December

Tues., December 4, 2012

Tues., December 11, 2012

Wed., December 12, 2012

Thus., December 13, 2012 Councilmember and Mayor Joint Community Budget Meetings

Four of nine public meetings held in locations across the city from Dec. 2012 to Feb. 2013 for presentation and discussion of the Fiscal Year 2014-15 Richmond Government Budget Locations city-wide throughout Richmond

January

January 2013 Richmond Public Schools Board of Trustees to receive Schools Superintendent’s proposed budget

Thurs., January 24, 2013

Wed., January 30, 2013

Councilmember and Mayor Joint Community Budget Meeting

Two of nine public meetings held in locations across the city from Dec. 2012 to Feb. 2013 for presentation and discussion of the Fiscal Year 2014-15 Richmond Government Budget Locations city-wide throughout Richmond

February

February 2013 Richmond Public Schools Board of Trustees approve Schools Budget

Tues., February 5, 2013

Wed., February 6, 2013

Thurs., February 7, 2013 Councilmember and Mayor Joint Community Budget Meetings

Three of nine public meetings held in locations across the city from Dec. 2012 to Feb. 2013 for presentation and discussion of the Fiscal Year 2014-15 Richmond Government Budget Locations city-wide throughout Richmond

March

Tuesday, March 12, 2013

3:00 p.m. Richmond City Council receives Mayor's Proposed Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Richmond Government Budget Richmond City Council Chambers

Friday, March 15, 2013

10:00 a.m.-Noon INTERNAL STAFF MEETING

Staff Budget Work Session 3rd Floor, Council Conference Rm.

Monday, March 18, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative Additional Council Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, March 18, 2013

Noon-4:00 p.m.

(Council Public Safety Standing Committee meets 5:00-6:30 p.m. at Richmond Police Academy)



THIS BUDGET WORK SESSION To be rescheduled to another date to be determined COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Education and Workforce Development

• Richmond Public Schools



Well Managed Government

• 2013 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate & Fee Changes

• Major Richmond Gen. Fund Expenditure Changes

• One-time Richmond Budget Items

• Debt Service



THIS BUDGET WORK SESSION To be rescheduled to another date to be determined Richmond City Council Chambers

Friday, March 22, 2013

10:00 a.m.-Noon INTERNAL STAFF MEETING

Staff Budget Work Session 3rd Floor, Council Conference Rm.

Monday, March 25, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, March 25, 2013

Noon-4:00 p.m.

(Council Informal Meeting meets 4:00-6:00 p.m. in Chambers, Formal meeting follows) COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Well-Managed Government

• 2013 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate & Fee Change

• Major Richmond General Fund Expenditure Changes

• One-time Richmond Budget Items

• Debt Service

• City Personnel Complement

- Changes (Position Eliminations)

- Unfunded Vacant Positions

- Pay Raise

• Employee Benefits and Human Resources Issues

• Employee Benefits & HR Issues

• Retirement System



Transportation and Sustainability and the Natural Environment

• Richmond Department of Public Utilities Richmond City Council Chambers

Thursday, March 28, 2013

10:00 a.m.-Noon INTERNAL STAFF MEETING

Staff Budget Work Session 3rd Floor, Council Conference Rm.

April

Monday, April 1, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 1, 2013

Noon-5:00 p.m.

(Richmond City Council Organizational Development Standing Committee meets 5:00-6:00 p.m. in City Hall 2nd Fl., Large Conference Room) COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Well-Managed Government

• Richmond Dept. of Finance

• Richmond Office of the Mayor

• Richmond Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Mayor's

Proposed Budget Strategic Plan



Transportation and Sustainability and the Natural Environment

• Richmond Department of Public Works



Unique, Healthy & Inclusive Communities & Neighborhoods & Economic Growth

• Human Services (Richmond Dept. of Social Services,

Richmond Department of Justice Services, Richmond Office

of Hispanic Liaison, Richmond Deputy Chief Administrative

Officer for Human Services, Richmond Public Library,

Richmond Department of Parks/Rec./Community Facilities)

Richmond City Council Chambers

Friday, April 5, 2013

10:00 a.m.-Noon INTERNAL STAFF MEETING

Staff Budget Work Session 3rd Fl., Council Conference Rm.

Monday, April 8, 2013 Federal Funds Consolidated Plan/Budget

• Latest Date for Federal Funds Consolidated Plan/Budget

Introduction N/A

Monday, April 8, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 8, 2013

Noon-4:00 p.m.

(Richmond City Council Informal Meeting meets 4:00-6:00 p.m. in Chambers, Formal meeting follows) COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Community Safety and Well-Being

• Richmond Department of Fire & Emergency Services

• Emergency-911 System Update

• Virginia - Richmond Constitutional Offices

- Richmond Office of the Circuit Court

- Richmond Office of the City Sheriff

- Richmond Office of the City Treasurer

- Richmond Office of the General Registrar

- Richmond Office of the Virginia Commonwealth's Attny.

• Richmond Office of Animal Control

• Richmond Police Department



Capital Improvement Plan Initial Review (PART 1) Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 8, 2013

6:00 p.m.

Council Formal Meeting PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING Public Hearing on Budget to be held during Council Formal Meeting to solicit additional public input on the Richmond Government Budget Richmond City Council Chambers

Friday, April 12, 2013

10:00 a.m.-Noon INTERNAL STAFF MEETING

Staff Budget Work Session 3rd Floor, Council Conference Rm.

Monday, April 15, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 15, 2013

Noon-5:00 p.m.

(Council Public Safety Standing Committee meets 5:00-6:30 p.m. at Richmond Police Academy) COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Education and Workforce Development

• Richmond Public Schools

• Review of Workforce Development Goals, Budget Items

& Initiatives



Capital Improvement Plan Initial Review (PART 2) Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 15, 2013

5:00 p.m.

DEADLINE: Council amendments to Council Chief of Staff Budget staff Councilmembers to submit proposed budget amendments to Richmond City Council Office of the Council Chief of Staff Budget Staff by 5:00 p.m. N/A

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

10:00 a.m.

DEADLINE: Council Amendments to Richmond Office of the City Attorney Council Staff Will Provide List of Budget Amendments to Richmond Office of the City Attorney





N/A

Friday, April 19, 2013

DEADLINE: Richmond Office of the City Attorney to provide list of Amendments to Council Budget Staff by 5:00 p.m. Richmond City Council Office of the Council Chief of Staff to Provide List of Budget Amendments to distribute list to Council for review N/A

Monday, April 22, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 22, 2013

Noon-4:00 p.m. COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Unique, Healthy & Inclusive Communities & Neighborhoods & Economic Growth

• Richmond City Council Offices - Budget Presentations

- Office of the Assessor of Real Estate

- Office of the City Attorney

- Office of the City Auditor

- Office of the City Clerk

- Office of the Council Chief of Staff

• Economic and Community Development, Community

Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds/Federal Funds

Review



Well-Managed Government

• Richmond Department of Information Technology

• Richmond Department of Procurement Services Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 22, 2013

4:00-6:00 p.m.

Council Informal Meeting REGULAR COUNCIL INFORMAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Council Budget Work Session to be held during Council Informal Meeting Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 22, 2013

6:00 p.m.

Formal Meeting Introduction Date for Council Budget Amendments

• Richmond Capital Improvement Plan Discussion

• Public Hearing (Federal Funds)

• Council Budget Amendment Discussion Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 29, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 29, 2013

Noon-5:00 p.m. COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Unique, Healthy & Inclusive Communities/Neighborhoods/ Economic Growth

• Presentation by the Greater Richmond Partnership

(Greg Wingfield)

• Richmond Riverfront Plan

• Richmond Department of Planning & Dev. Review



Unique, Healthy and Inclusive Communities and Neighborhoods

• Non-Departmental Budget Review

• Special Revenue Funds Review Richmond City Council Chambers

May 2013

Monday, May 6, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, May 6, 2013

Noon-4:00 p.m. COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Deadline for Introduction of additional Budget Amendments

(if needed) (No Public Hearing will be held at this time)

Note: This could also be a tentative date for Adoption or consideration of the Richmond Public Schools Budget Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, May 13, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, May 13, 2013

3:00-5:00 p.m. Council Informal Meeting (may include budget discussion) Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, May 13, 2013

6:00 p.m.

Public Hearing on Budget Adoption (During Council Formal Mtg.) REGULAR FORMAL COUNCIL MEETING - PUBLIC HEARING

Richmond City Council to adopt/establish all Budgets (including Federal Funds) at the First Council Meeting in May

Richmond City Council Chambers

Wednesday , May 15, 2013

DEADLINE: Richmond Public Schools Budget Adoption Pursuant to Virginia State Law, Richmond City Council must adopt a Budget for Richmond Public Schools by May 15, 2013. N/A

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Federal Funds Submission *DEADLINE*/A Pursuant to U.S. Federal Law, Federal Funds, Annual Plan and Budget must be submitted to U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development no later than 45 days before the start of the grantee’s program year. N/A





CONTACT Residents are invited and encouraged to contact the Richmond City Councilmember representing them, using the following contact information:



2013-2016 Richmond City Council Contact Information



West End 1st Voter District _________________________________________

The Honorable Jonathan T. Baliles

Councilman, Richmond City Council

West End 1st Voter District

804.646.5349 (tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

jonathan.baliles@richmondgov.com (email)



Mr. Yueh Hai "Eli" Wong, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

West End 1st Voter District

804.646.5935 (tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

eli.wong@richmondgov.com (email)



North Central 2nd Voter District ____________________________________

President of Richmond City Council

The Honorable Charles R. Samuels

Councilman, Richmond City Council

North Central 2nd Voter District

804.646.6531 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

charles.samuels@richmondgov.com (email)



Ms. Jan Girardi, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

North Central 2nd Voter District

804.646.6532 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

jan.girardi@richmondgov.com (email)



Northside 3rd Voter District ________________________________________

The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert

Councilman, Richmond City Council

Northside 3rd Voter District

804.646.0070 (office tel)

chris.hilbert@richmondgov.com (email)



Ms. Lisa F. Townes, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

Northside 3rd Voter District Liaison

804.646.6055 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

lisa.townes@richmondgov.com (email)



Southwest 4th Voter District ________________________________________

The Honorable Kathy Graziano

Councilwoman

Richmond City Council

Southwest 4th Voter District

804.320.2454 (office tel)

804.320.6030 (fax)

kathy.graziano@richmondgov.com (email)



Mr. Tim Grimes, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

Southwest 4th Voter District

804.320.2454 (tel)

804.382.6998 (mobile)

804.320.6030 (fax)

timothy.grimes@richmondgov.com (email)



Central 5th Voter District ___________________________________________

The Honorable Parker C. Agelasto

Councilman

Richmond City Council

Central 5th Voter District

804.646.6050 (tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

parker.agelasto@richmondgov.com (email)



Ms. Ida I. Jones, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

Central 5th Voter District

804.646.5724 (tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

ida.i.jones@richmondgov.com



Gateway 6th Voter District _________________________________________

Vice President of Richmond City Council

The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson

Councilwoman

Richmond City Council

Gateway 6th Voter District

804.646.5348 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

ellen.robertson@richmondgov.com (email)



East End 7th Voter District __________________________________________

The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Ph.D.

Councilwoman

Richmond City Council

East End 7th Voter District

804.646.5429 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

cynthia.newbille@richmondgov.com (email)



Mr. Sam Patterson, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

East End 7th Voter District

804.646.3012 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

sam.patterson@richmondgov.com (email)



Southside 8th Voter District ________________________________________

The Honorable Reva M. Trammell

Councilwoman

Richmond City Council

Southside 8th Voter District

804.646.6592 (office tel)

804.240.5050 (mobile tel)

804.233.7382 (home)

804.516.8067 (mobile tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

reva.trammell@richmondgov.com (email)



Mr. Henry Mease, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

Southside 8th Voter District

804.646.6591 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

henry.mease@richmondgov.com (email)



South Central 9th Voter District _____________________________________

The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby

Councilwoman

Richmond City Council

South Central 9th Voter District

804.646.5497 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

michelle.mosby@richmondgov.com (email)



Mr. John S. Westbrook

Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

South Central 9th Voter District

804.646.2779 (tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

john.westbrook@richmondgov.com (email)



Mailing Address

The Honorable _________

(President/Vice President of Richmond City Council - if appropriate)

Councilwoman/Councilman

Richmond City Council

Full name of Richmond Voter District

Richmond City Hall

900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305

Richmond, Virginia 23219 U.S.A.



Background - Richmond Government Budget ____________________________________________

As Richmond Residents, we pool our resources in order to own and operate our local government and decide what public services we want to invest in; the priority (investment levels) for these services; and, how we pay for them. Examples of our services include the management, oversight and delivery of such things as clean/safe water; streets/parks; laws; firefighting/rescue; trash/sewage removal; police/courts; public transportation; and, our children’s education. Together, we own, operate, use and benefit from these services on a daily basis.



Funding for our services and enforcement of laws comes from state, local and federal sources, including fees and taxes (like the Richmond Real Estate Tax.)



In order to set the investments levels we want for these services, Richmond City Council establishes an official annual Richmond Government Budget in May of each year for the upcoming Fiscal Year.



The Richmond Government Budget is based on a Fiscal Year that runs July 1 to June 30 annually and the City operates on a two-year fiscal plan (Budget) that includes the Richmond General Fund, Richmond Capital Improvement Plan, Richmond Special Funds, Richmond Enterprise Funds, Richmond Internal Service Funds, the City Government contribution to Richmond Public Schools; and, additional state, federal, and other funds provided to Richmond Public Schools.



The Richmond Government Budget is typically amended every year. Thus, every year a proposed (draft) Richmond Government Budget (Fiscal Plan) is submitted to Richmond City Council by the Mayor, who is responsible for administering local government services. Council then reviews, analyzes, amends and establishes a new official Richmond Government Budget based on the priorities of residents.



Richmond City Council budget deliberations begin each August and intensify the following year and include more than two dozen public meetings, hearings and work sessions from August through May.



The Richmond Government Budget takes the form of Ordinances that are approved by Richmond City Council each May for an upcoming Fiscal Year.



BACKGROUND - RICHMOND REAL ESTATE TAXES _______________________________________

We, as residents, have determined that a fair way to help pay for some of our local government services is for Richmond real estate owners to annually contribute funds based on a percentage of the value of the real estate they own in the city. Therefore, each year the fair market value of real estate in the city is assessed and an annual Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate is set. The rate is the percentage, based on $100 of value, that each real estate owner will contribute to help pay for government services in the city.



Our Richmond Real Estate Tax funds are the largest single local funding we use to help pay for our public services. Richmond real estate owners contribute their share annually, based on the value of their real estate and the tax rate, which is set by June 15 annually. For example, if a person owns $100,000 in real estate and the tax rate is $1.20 per $100 of assessed property value; their share is $1,200 for that year.



Beginning calendar year 2011, our Richmond Real Estate Taxes were divided into two collections a year instead of all at once and market valuation data was lagged one year. Payments are now due as follows: Half by January 14 and half by June 14.



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.







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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

Tuesday, March 26, 2013

Councilwoman Michelle R. Mosby announces Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission Meeting

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL


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Tuesday, 26 March 2013



Councilwoman Michelle R. Mosby announces Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission Meeting



All residents invited and encouraged to attend



WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District, and Chairman of the Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission, announces that the Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission will hold a meeting. The meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.



WHEN Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Noon-1:30 p.m.



WHERE Richmond Police Department - Richmond Police Academy - Room 247

1202 W. Graham Road (In Richmond's Northside) - Richmond, Virginia



WHO The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby, Chairman, Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission

Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District



CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilwoman Michelle R. Mosby, at 804.646.5497 (tel); or, michelle.mosby@richmondgov.com (email)





Background ________________________________________________________________________



Background on the Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission

The Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission was established by Richmond City Council on December 14, 2009 (Council Resolution number 2009-R166-194). The goal of the Commission is to explore the development of career and technical education options for K-12th grade students, young adults, displaced workers and those reentering the workforce. It is also working to identify and review various existing career and technical education providers to determine which are employing “best practice” education and training techniques.



The Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission includes the following 21 members:



• A Member of the Richmond City Council Health, Human Services and Education Standing Committee, who shall serve as Chairman;

• A member of the Richmond Public Schools Board of Trustees;

• A representative from the Richmond Public Schools Administration;

• A representative from the Richmond Public Schools Richmond Technical Center Advisory Board

• A representative from the Richmond Department of Economic Development

• A representative from the Greater Richmond Partnership;

• A representative from the Richmond Capital Regional Workforce Investment Board;

• A representative from the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO), a federation of international labor unions.

• A representative from the Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce;

• Ten at-large members who shall either be Richmond residents or operated businesses in the city; and

• Two members appointed by the Mayor by letter to the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk.





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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, March 22, 2013

Update: Councilman Chris A. Hilbert to hold meeting in Northside 3rd Voter District: Proposed New Municipal Water Rates also to be discussed

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL


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Friday, 22 March 2013



Update: Councilman Chris A. Hilbert to hold meeting in Northside 3rd Voter District: Proposed New Municipal Water Rates also to be discussed



Entire Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District invited and encouraged to attend



WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council Northside 3rd Voter District, will hold a district-wide meeting in Richmond's Northside 3rd Voter District. Councilman Hilbert holds individual meetings throughout the year that include information on his goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda; and, special guests. These meetings are typically held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday of every other month (Note: exception this year for December). The meetings are free and open to the public and all Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District residents are invited and encouraged to attend. The planned agenda for the upcoming meeting is as follows:



AGENDA



• Meet: The Honorable Charles R. Samuels, President, Richmond City Council, Councilman, North Central 2nd Voter District



• Meet: Chief Ray J. Tarasovic, Richmond's New Police Chief



• Proposed New Municipal Water Rate Structure

Mr. Christopher Beschler, Richmond Deputy Chief Administrative Officer - Richmond Department of Public Utilities



• Richmond Real Estate Tax Abatements/Assistance for

People with Disabilities and Senior Citizens (Due April 1, 2013)



• Richmond City Council FY 2014/2015 Richmond Government Budget Review Process



WHEN Wednesday, March 27, 2013; 6:00-8:00 p.m.



Future Meetings:

Wednesday, May 29, 2013; 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Wednesday, July 24, 2013; 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Wednesday, September 25, 2013; 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Wednesday, December 11, 2013; 6:00-8:00 p.m.



WHERE Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities

Pine Camp Recreation Center - Theater

4901 Old Brook Road, Richmond, Virginia 23227



WHO The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Northside 3rd Voter District



CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilman Chris A. Hilbert, at 804.646.6055 or chris.hilbert@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.







Councilman Jonathan T. Baliles to hold meeting in the West End 1st Voter District

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL


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



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Friday, 22 March 2013



Councilman Jonathan T. Baliles to hold meeting in the West End 1st Voter District



All West End 1st Voter District residents invited and encouraged to attend



WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Jonathan T. Baliles, Councilman, Richmond City Council, West End 1st Voter District, will hold a district-wide meeting in Richmond's West End 1st Voter District. This will be the first of regular meeting he plans to hold every two months throughout the year that will include a topical agenda of current interest and special guests. These meetings are free and open to the public and all West End 1st Voter District residents are invited and encouraged to attend. The planned agenda for the upcoming meeting is as follows:



Agenda/Discussion Topics



• Richmond Public Schools

The Honorable Glen Sturtevant, Member

Richmond Public Schools Board

West End 1st Voter District



• West End 1st Voter District Public Safety/Crime Report Update



• Richmond City Council FY 2014/2015 Richmond Government Budget Review Process



• Proposed New Municipal Water Rate Structure



• Table set-up at meeting for residents to report District issues, with receipts given on the spot to ensure tracking and completion



WHEN Tuesday, March 26, 2013

6:00-8:00 p.m.



WHERE Richmond Public Schools

Albert Hill Middle School

3400 Patterson Avenue

Richmond, Virginia 23221



WHO The Honorable Jonathan T. Baliles, Councilman

Richmond City Council, West End 1st Voter District



CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilman Jonathan T. Baliles, Councilman, Richmond City Council, West End 1st Voter District, at 804.646.5349 (tel), or jonathan.baliles@richmondgov.com (email)





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______________________________________

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.



Councilman Chris A. Hilbert to hold meeting in Northside 3rd Voter 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

Friday, 22 March 2013



Councilman Chris A. Hilbert to hold meeting in Northside 3rd Voter District



Entire Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District invited and encouraged to attend



WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council Northside 3rd Voter District, will hold a district-wide meeting in Richmond's Northside 3rd Voter District. Councilman Hilbert holds individual meetings throughout the year that include information on his goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda; and, special guests. These meetings are typically held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday of every other month (Note: exception this year for December). The meetings are free and open to the public and all Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District residents are invited and encouraged to attend. The planned agenda for the upcoming meeting is as follows:



AGENDA



• Meet: The Honorable Charles R. Samuels, President, Richmond City Council, Councilman, North Central 2nd Voter District



• Meet: Chief Ray J. Tarasovic, Richmond's New Police Chief



• Richmond Real Estate Tax Abatements/Assistance for

People with Disabilities and Senior Citizens (Due April 1, 2013)



• Richmond City Council FY 2014/2015 Richmond Government Budget Review Process



WHEN Wednesday, March 27, 2013; 6:00-8:00 p.m.



Future Meetings:

Wednesday, May 29, 2013; 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Wednesday, July 24, 2013; 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Wednesday, September 25, 2013; 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Wednesday, December 11, 2013; 6:00-8:00 p.m.



WHERE Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities

Pine Camp Recreation Center - Theater

4901 Old Brook Road, Richmond, Virginia 23227



WHO The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Northside 3rd Voter District



CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilman Chris A. Hilbert, at 804.646.6055 or chris.hilbert@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, March 21, 2013

Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson announces attack on tree-killing invasive ivy vines in the Cannon Creek Greenway: First Strike Deployment

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, 20 March 2013



Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson announces attack on tree-killing invasive ivy vines in the Cannon Creek Greenway: First Strike Deployment



Volunteers invited and encouraged to assist



WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Gateway 6th Voter District, announces that the Riverine Chapter of the Virginia Master Naturalist Program will be heading up a full-scale attack against invasive ivy vines that can kill trees in and around the Cannon Creek Greenway.



On Sunday, the Riverine Chapter of the Virginia Master Naturalist Program will began removing invasive ivy vines from trees along the roadsides and embankments of the Richmond-Henrico Turnpike and in the north-south ravine that lies adjacent to the Turnpike.



Both the Turnpike and the nearby half-mile ravine are part of the Cannon Creek Greenway and its Bicycle & Pedestrian Trail that runs from Valley Road to E. Brookland Park Boulevard in Richmond’s Highland Park Neighborhood.



The Riverine Chapter of the Virginia Master Naturalist Program's Invasive Vine Removal Project will continue on Sunday afternoons and Wednesday evenings until the project is completed.



All Highland Park Neighborhood residents, interested individuals, community groups, businesses, families, friends, neighbors, and organizations are invited to come out to help.



Volunteers are asked to bring pruning shears and are reminded to wear sturdy shoes or boots, gloves and clothes that are suitable for the temperature.



WHEN First Event

Sunday, March 24, 2013

Schedule

Noon: Safety briefing and Assignments

1:00 p.m. -until: Vine removal



WHERE If driving, park along Dove Street near the intersection of Dove and the Richmond-Henrico Turnpike. Volunteers walk south on the Cannon Creek Greenway Bicycle & Pedestrian Trail to meet and assemble for orientation and assignment near the intersection of Valley Road and the Richmond-Henrico Turnpike.



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



Riverine Chapter of the Virginia Master Naturalist Program



CONTACT For more information, please contact:

Scott Andrews, Member, Riverine Chapter of the Virginia Master Naturalist Program, at 804.240.2401 (tel), or sda2401@gmail.com (email)

or

Dr. Charles Price, at 804.358.0256 (tel), or fewmit@comcast.net (email)

or

Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson, at 804.646.5348 (tel), or ellen.robertson@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







Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Councilwoman Michelle R. Mosby to open News Conference supporting her "Ban the Box" legislation

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, 20 March 2013



Councilwoman Michelle R. Mosby to open News Conference supporting her "Ban the Box" legislation



All Richmond residents are invited and encouraged to attend



WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District, will open a News Conference regarding her pending "Ban the Box" legislation (Ordinance) that is scheduled to be acted (voted) on by Richmond City Council on Monday, March 25, 2013 during its Formal Council Meeting, which begins at 6:00 p.m. and is held in Richmond City Council Chambers on the 2nd Floor of Richmond City Hall.



The proposed legislation (Richmond City Council Ordinance #2013-40 - As Amended) would add a new section to the Richmond City Code (of Laws) that would prohibit the inclusion of questions pertaining to a prospective job applicant's criminal conviction history on initial applications for Richmond City Government employment.



The News Conference is being sponsored by the nonprofit organization, Bridging the Gap of Virginia, and is being held in conjunction with the Richmond Chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).



The News Conference is free and open to the public and all Richmond residents are invited and encouraged to attend.



WHEN Friday, March 22, 2013

9:30-10:00 a.m.



WHERE Richmond City Hall - Outdoor - Front Steps facing Broad Street

900 E. Broad Street; Richmond, Virginia 23219



WHO The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District



CONTACT For more information, please contact Richard Walker, Founder/CEO,

Bridging the Gap of Virginia, at 804.248.6756 (tel); or, rwalker@bridgingthegapinvirginia.org (email).

or

Councilwoman Michelle R. Mosby,

at 804.646.5497 (tel), or michelle.mosby@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







Updated: Richmond City Council schedule for establishing Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Richmond Government Budgets

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL


Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov



COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY

IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED

Wednesday, 20 March 2013



Updated: Richmond City Council schedule for establishing Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Richmond Government Budgets



The Richmond Government Budget Includes: General Fund, Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), Special Funds, Enterprise Funds, Internal Service Funds, to include Federal and State funds along with funds for Richmond Public Schools



(Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- There have been updates (included below) made to the Richmond City Council Budget Review Schedule for establishing the Fiscal Year 2014/2015 Richmond Government Budgets. Updates include the rescheduling of dates for budget items to be reviewed and other housekeeping measures.



The Richmond City Council Budget Review Schedule for establishing the Fiscal Year 2014/2015 Richmond Government Budgets is listed below. It includes special meetings, public hearings and important Budget action dates. Richmond residents are invited and encouraged to contact the Richmond City Councilmember representing them and/or to attend budget meetings. Residents are invited to publicly address Richmond City Council regarding the Budget during listed Public Hearings (Council Budget Work Sessions do not include public comment periods, but are open to the public). The schedule is a working outline and dates/times/locations are subject to change as required.



The Fiscal Year 2013 Richmond Government Budget, established by Richmond City Council in 2012, was $1,429,628,466.



Richmond City Council

FY 2014-2015 Council Budget Review Schedule

Date/Time Description Location

August 2012 - February 2013

Aug. 2012 - February 2013 Council works with Administration to Review Budget needs Various locations

October

October 2012 Richmond City Council Retreat with Richmond Chief Administrative Officer for budget overview Richmond Police Academy

November

Thursday, November 15, 2012 Richmond Comprehensive Annual Financial Report presented to Richmond City Council



Richmond City Council to receive Richmond Revenue Forecast

December

Tues., December 4, 2012

Tues., December 11, 2012

Wed., December 12, 2012

Thus., December 13, 2012 Councilmember and Mayor Joint Community Budget Meetings

Four of nine public meetings held in locations across the city from Dec. 2012 to Feb. 2013 for presentation and discussion of the Fiscal Year 2014-15 Richmond Government Budget Locations city-wide throughout Richmond

January

January 2013 Richmond Public Schools Board of Trustees to receive Schools Superintendent’s proposed budget

Thurs., January 24, 2013

Wed., January 30, 2013

Councilmember and Mayor Joint Community Budget Meeting

Two of nine public meetings held in locations across the city from Dec. 2012 to Feb. 2013 for presentation and discussion of the Fiscal Year 2014-15 Richmond Government Budget Locations city-wide throughout Richmond

February

February 2013 Richmond Public Schools Board of Trustees approve Schools Budget

Tues., February 5, 2013

Wed., February 6, 2013

Thurs., February 7, 2013 Councilmember and Mayor Joint Community Budget Meetings

Three of nine public meetings held in locations across the city from Dec. 2012 to Feb. 2013 for presentation and discussion of the Fiscal Year 2014-15 Richmond Government Budget Locations city-wide throughout Richmond

March

Tuesday, March 12, 2013

3:00 p.m. Richmond City Council receives Mayor's Proposed Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Richmond Government Budget Richmond City Council Chambers

Friday, March 15, 2013

10:00 a.m.-Noon INTERNAL STAFF MEETING

Staff Budget Work Session 3rd Floor, Council Conference Rm.

Monday, March 18, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative Additional Council Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, March 18, 2013

Noon-4:00 p.m.

(Council Public Safety Standing Committee meets 5:00-6:30 p.m. at Richmond Police Academy)



THIS BUDGET WORK SESSION To be rescheduled to another date to be determined COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Education and Workforce Development

• Richmond Public Schools



Well Managed Government

• 2013 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate & Fee Changes

• Major Richmond Gen. Fund Expenditure Changes

• One-time Richmond Budget Items

• Debt Service



THIS BUDGET WORK SESSION To be rescheduled to another date to be determined Richmond City Council Chambers

Friday, March 22, 2013

10:00 a.m.-Noon INTERNAL STAFF MEETING

Staff Budget Work Session 3rd Floor, Council Conference Rm.

Monday, March 25, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, March 25, 2013

Noon-4:00 p.m.

(Council Informal Meeting meets 4:00-6:00 p.m. in Chambers, Formal meeting follows) COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Well-Managed Government

• 2013 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate & Fee Change

• Major Richmond General Fund Expenditure Changes

• One-time Richmond Budget Items

• Debt Service

• City Personnel Complement

- Changes (Position Eliminations)

- Unfunded Vacant Positions

- Pay Raise

• Employee Benefits and Human Resources Issues

• Employee Benefits & HR Issues

• Retirement System



Transportation and Sustainability and the Natural Environment

• Richmond Department of Public Utilities Richmond City Council Chambers

Thursday, March 28, 2013

10:00 a.m.-Noon INTERNAL STAFF MEETING

Staff Budget Work Session 3rd Floor, Council Conference Rm.

April

Monday, April 1, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 1, 2013

Noon-5:00 p.m.

(Richmond City Council Organizational Development Standing Committee meets 5:00-6:00 p.m. in City Hall 2nd Fl., Large Conference Room) COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Well-Managed Government

• Richmond Dept. of Finance

• Richmond Office of the Mayor

• Richmond Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Mayor's

Proposed Budget Strategic Plan



Transportation and Sustainability and the Natural Environment

• Richmond Department of Public Works



Unique, Healthy & Inclusive Communities & Neighborhoods & Economic Growth

• Human Services (Richmond Dept. of Social Services,

Richmond Department of Justice Services, Richmond Office

of Hispanic Liaison, Richmond Deputy Chief Administrative

Officer for Human Services, Richmond Public Library,

Richmond Department of Parks/Rec./Community Facilities)



Community Safety and Well-Being

• Richmond Police Department Richmond City Council Chambers

Friday, April 5, 2013

10:00 a.m.-Noon INTERNAL STAFF MEETING

Staff Budget Work Session 3rd Fl., Council Conference Rm.

Monday, April 8, 2013 Federal Funds Consolidated Plan/Budget

• Latest Date for Federal Funds Consolidated Plan/Budget

Introduction N/A

Monday, April 8, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 8, 2013

Noon-4:00 p.m.

(Richmond City Council Informal Meeting meets 4:00-6:00 p.m. in Chambers, Formal meeting follows) COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Community Safety and Well-Being

• Richmond Department of Fire & Emergency Services

• Emergency-911 System Update

• Virginia - Richmond Constitutional Offices

- Richmond Office of the Circuit Court

- Richmond Office of the City Sheriff

- Richmond Office of the City Treasurer

- Richmond Office of the General Registrar

- Richmond Office of the Virginia Commonwealth's Attny.

• Richmond Office of Animal Control



Capital Improvement Plan Initial Review (PART 1) Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 8, 2013

6:00 p.m.

Council Formal Meeting PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING Public Hearing on Budget to be held during Council Formal Meeting to solicit additional public input on the Richmond Government Budget Richmond City Council Chambers

Friday, April 12, 2013

10:00 a.m.-Noon INTERNAL STAFF MEETING

Staff Budget Work Session 3rd Floor, Council Conference Rm.

Monday, April 15, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 15, 2013

Noon-5:00 p.m.

(Council Public Safety Standing Committee meets 5:00-6:30 p.m. at Richmond Police Academy) COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Education and Workforce Development

• Richmond Public Schools

• Review of Workforce Development Goals, Budget Items

& Initiatives



Capital Improvement Plan Initial Review (PART 2) Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 15, 2013

5:00 p.m.

DEADLINE: Council amendments to Council Chief of Staff Budget staff Councilmembers to submit proposed budget amendments to Richmond City Council Office of the Council Chief of Staff Budget Staff by 5:00 p.m. N/A

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

10:00 a.m.

DEADLINE: Council Amendments to Richmond Office of the City Attorney Council Staff Will Provide List of Budget Amendments to Richmond Office of the City Attorney





N/A

Friday, April 19, 2013

DEADLINE: Richmond Office of the City Attorney to provide list of Amendments to Council Budget Staff by 5:00 p.m. Richmond City Council Office of the Council Chief of Staff to Provide List of Budget Amendments to distribute list to Council for review N/A

Monday, April 22, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 22, 2013

Noon-4:00 p.m. COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Unique, Healthy & Inclusive Communities & Neighborhoods & Economic Growth

• Richmond City Council Offices - Budget Presentations

- Office of the Assessor of Real Estate

- Office of the City Attorney

- Office of the City Auditor

- Office of the City Clerk

- Office of the Council Chief of Staff

• Economic and Community Development, Community

Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds/Federal Funds

Review



Well-Managed Government

• Richmond Department of Information Technology

• Richmond Department of Procurement Services Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 22, 2013

4:00-6:00 p.m.

Council Informal Meeting REGULAR COUNCIL INFORMAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Council Budget Work Session to be held during Council Informal Meeting Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 22, 2013

6:00 p.m.

Formal Meeting Introduction Date for Council Budget Amendments

• Richmond Capital Improvement Plan Discussion

• Public Hearing (Federal Funds)

• Council Budget Amendment Discussion Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 29, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 29, 2013

Noon-5:00 p.m. COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Unique, Healthy & Inclusive Communities/Neighborhoods/ Economic Growth

• Presentation by the Greater Richmond Partnership

(Greg Wingfield)

• Richmond Riverfront Plan

• Richmond Department of Planning & Dev. Review



Unique, Healthy and Inclusive Communities and Neighborhoods

• Non-Departmental Budget Review

• Special Revenue Funds Review Richmond City Council Chambers

May 2013

Monday, May 6, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, May 6, 2013

Noon-4:00 p.m. COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Deadline for Introduction of additional Budget Amendments

(if needed) (No Public Hearing will be held at this time)

Note: This could also be a tentative date for Adoption or consideration of the Richmond Public Schools Budget Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, May 13, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, May 13, 2013

3:00-5:00 p.m. Council Informal Meeting (may include budget discussion) Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, May 13, 2013

6:00 p.m.

Public Hearing on Budget Adoption (During Council Formal Mtg.) REGULAR FORMAL COUNCIL MEETING - PUBLIC HEARING

Richmond City Council to adopt/establish all Budgets (including Federal Funds) at the First Council Meeting in May

Richmond City Council Chambers

Wednesday , May 15, 2013

DEADLINE: Richmond Public Schools Budget Adoption Pursuant to Virginia State Law, Richmond City Council must adopt a Budget for Richmond Public Schools by May 15, 2013. N/A

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Federal Funds Submission *DEADLINE*/A Pursuant to U.S. Federal Law, Federal Funds, Annual Plan and Budget must be submitted to U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development no later than 45 days before the start of the grantee’s program year. N/A







CONTACT Residents are invited and encouraged to contact the Richmond City Councilmember representing them, using the following contact information:



2013-2016 Richmond City Council Contact Information



West End 1st Voter District _________________________________________

The Honorable Jonathan T. Baliles

Councilman, Richmond City Council

West End 1st Voter District

804.646.5349 (tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

jonathan.baliles@richmondgov.com (email)



Mr. Yueh Hai "Eli" Wong, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

West End 1st Voter District

804.646.5935 (tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

eli.wong@richmondgov.com (email)



North Central 2nd Voter District ____________________________________

President of Richmond City Council

The Honorable Charles R. Samuels

Councilman, Richmond City Council

North Central 2nd Voter District

804.646.6531 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

charles.samuels@richmondgov.com (email)



Ms. Jan Girardi, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

North Central 2nd Voter District

804.646.6532 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

jan.girardi@richmondgov.com (email)



Northside 3rd Voter District ________________________________________

The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert

Councilman, Richmond City Council

Northside 3rd Voter District

804.646.0070 (office tel)

chris.hilbert@richmondgov.com (email)



Ms. Lisa F. Townes, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

Northside 3rd Voter District Liaison

804.646.6055 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

lisa.townes@richmondgov.com (email)



Southwest 4th Voter District ________________________________________

The Honorable Kathy Graziano

Councilwoman

Richmond City Council

Southwest 4th Voter District

804.320.2454 (office tel)

804.320.6030 (fax)

kathy.graziano@richmondgov.com (email)



Mr. Tim Grimes, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

Southwest 4th Voter District

804.320.2454 (tel)

804.382.6998 (mobile)

804.320.6030 (fax)

timothy.grimes@richmondgov.com (email)



Central 5th Voter District ___________________________________________

The Honorable Parker C. Agelasto

Councilman

Richmond City Council

Central 5th Voter District

804.646.6050 (tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

parker.agelasto@richmondgov.com (email)



Ms. Ida I. Jones, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

Central 5th Voter District

804.646.5724 (tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

ida.i.jones@richmondgov.com



Gateway 6th Voter District _________________________________________

Vice President of Richmond City Council

The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson

Councilwoman

Richmond City Council

Gateway 6th Voter District

804.646.5348 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

ellen.robertson@richmondgov.com (email)



East End 7th Voter District __________________________________________

The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Ph.D.

Councilwoman

Richmond City Council

East End 7th Voter District

804.646.5429 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

cynthia.newbille@richmondgov.com (email)



Mr. Sam Patterson, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

East End 7th Voter District

804.646.3012 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

sam.patterson@richmondgov.com (email)



Southside 8th Voter District ________________________________________

The Honorable Reva M. Trammell

Councilwoman

Richmond City Council

Southside 8th Voter District

804.646.6592 (office tel)

804.240.5050 (mobile tel)

804.233.7382 (home)

804.516.8067 (mobile tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

reva.trammell@richmondgov.com (email)



Mr. Henry Mease, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

Southside 8th Voter District

804.646.6591 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

henry.mease@richmondgov.com (email)



South Central 9th Voter District _____________________________________

The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby

Councilwoman

Richmond City Council

South Central 9th Voter District

804.646.5497 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

michelle.mosby@richmondgov.com (email)



Mr. John S. Westbrook

Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

South Central 9th Voter District

804.646.2779 (tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

john.westbrook@richmondgov.com (email)



Mailing Address

The Honorable _________

(President/Vice President of Richmond City Council - if appropriate)

Councilwoman/Councilman

Richmond City Council

Full name of Richmond Voter District

Richmond City Hall

900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305

Richmond, Virginia 23219 U.S.A.



Background - Richmond Government Budget ____________________________________________

As Richmond Residents, we pool our resources in order to own and operate our local government and decide what public services we want to invest in; the priority (investment levels) for these services; and, how we pay for them. Examples of our services include the management, oversight and delivery of such things as clean/safe water; streets/parks; laws; firefighting/rescue; trash/sewage removal; police/courts; public transportation; and, our children’s education. Together, we own, operate, use and benefit from these services on a daily basis.



Funding for our services and enforcement of laws comes from state, local and federal sources, including fees and taxes (like the Richmond Real Estate Tax.)



In order to set the investments levels we want for these services, Richmond City Council establishes an official annual Richmond Government Budget in May of each year for the upcoming Fiscal Year.



The Richmond Government Budget is based on a Fiscal Year that runs July 1 to June 30 annually and the City operates on a two-year fiscal plan (Budget) that includes the Richmond General Fund, Richmond Capital Improvement Plan, Richmond Special Funds, Richmond Enterprise Funds, Richmond Internal Service Funds, the City Government contribution to Richmond Public Schools; and, additional state, federal, and other funds provided to Richmond Public Schools.



The Richmond Government Budget is typically amended every year. Thus, every year a proposed (draft) Richmond Government Budget (Fiscal Plan) is submitted to Richmond City Council by the Mayor, who is responsible for administering local government services. Council then reviews, analyzes, amends and establishes a new official Richmond Government Budget based on the priorities of residents.



Richmond City Council budget deliberations begin each August and intensify the following year and include more than two dozen public meetings, hearings and work sessions from August through May.



The Richmond Government Budget takes the form of Ordinances that are approved by Richmond City Council each May for an upcoming Fiscal Year.



BACKGROUND - RICHMOND REAL ESTATE TAXES _______________________________________

We, as residents, have determined that a fair way to help pay for some of our local government services is for Richmond real estate owners to annually contribute funds based on a percentage of the value of the real estate they own in the city. Therefore, each year the fair market value of real estate in the city is assessed and an annual Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate is set. The rate is the percentage, based on $100 of value, that each real estate owner will contribute to help pay for government services in the city.



Our Richmond Real Estate Tax funds are the largest single local funding we use to help pay for our public services. Richmond real estate owners contribute their share annually, based on the value of their real estate and the tax rate, which is set by June 15 annually. For example, if a person owns $100,000 in real estate and the tax rate is $1.20 per $100 of assessed property value; their share is $1,200 for that year.



Beginning calendar year 2011, our Richmond Real Estate Taxes were divided into two collections a year instead of all at once and market valuation data was lagged one year. Payments are now due as follows: Half by January 14 and half by June 14.



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.







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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

Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold a meeting in Richmond’s Southside 8th District: Note Day and Location Change

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, 20 March 2013



Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold a meeting in Richmond’s Southside 8th District: Note Day and Location Change



All Southside 8th Voter District residents invited and encouraged to attend



WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Southside 8th Voter District, will hold a meeting in the Southside 8th Voter 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 Voter District residents are invited and encouraged to attend. Topics and Guests for her meeting will include:



Topics and Guests



• Richmond Police Department

- Chief Ray J. Tarasovic, Richmond's New Police Chief

- Major Scott Booth, Richmond Police Department

- Capt. Sybil El-Amin, Commander

Richmond Police Department 1st Police Precinct

- Captain Harvey Powers, Commander

Richmond Police Department 2nd Police Precinct

- Lieutenant Dave Naoroz, Richmond Police Department

- Lieutenant Jason Hudson, Richmond Police Department

- Police Officer Jeremy Nierman, Richmond Police Department



• Richmond Department of Public Utilities



• Richmond Department of Public Works



WHEN Tuesday, March 26, 2013

6:00-8:00 p.m.



WHERE Richmond Southside Government Community Services Center

at Southside Plaza - 4100 Hull Street, Richmond, Virginia



WHO The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman

Richmond City Council, Southside 8th Voter 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.







Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson, Chairman of the Mayor Dwight Jones Anti-Poverty Commission announces meeting reminder

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, 19 March 2013



Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson, Chairman of the Mayor Dwight Jones Anti-Poverty Commission announces meeting reminder



Anti-Poverty Strategies to be discussed



WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Gateway 6th Voter District, and Chairman of the Mayor Dwight Jones Anti-Poverty Commission, announces a reminder of a Commission meeting to be held.



The Commission meeting will include information regarding the Mayor Dwight Jones Anti-Poverty Commission Plan; strategies to be taken in year one; and, detailed three-year implementation strategies.



WHEN Wednesday, March 20, 2013

6:00-8:00 p.m.



WHERE Richmond Police Department - Richmond Police Training Academy

1202 West Graham Road, Richmond, Virginia 23220



WHO The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Gateway 6th Voter District, Chairman of the Mayor Dwight Jones Anti-Poverty Commission



CONTACT For more information, please contact Carla Childs, Project Management Analyst, Richmond Office of the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer of Human Services, at 804.646.5454 (tel), or carla.childs@richmondgov.com

or

Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson, at 804.646.5348 (tel), or ellen.robertson@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







Friday, March 15, 2013

Councilwoman Michelle R. Mosby to hold meeting in South Central 9th Voter 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

Friday, March 15, 2013



Councilwoman Michelle R. Mosby to hold meeting in South Central 9th Voter District



All South Central 9th Voter District residents are invited and encouraged to attend



WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District, will host a district-wide meeting in the South Central 9th Voter District. This is part of regular meetings she is holding for residents, which will include information on her goals and accomplishments; a thematic agenda of current interest; and, special guests. All South Central 9th Voter District residents are invited and encouraged to attend. Free light refreshments will be served and parking is free. The planned agenda/discussion topics for this meeting will include:



Agenda/Discussion Topics



• Parent Participation in Richmond Public Schools Budget

The Honorable Tichi Pinkney-Eppes, Member

Richmond Public Schools Board

South Central 9th Voter District



• Richmond Police Department Crime Report

Lieutenant Darrell Goins

Richmond Police Department 2nd Police Precinct

Lieutenant Stephan McQuail

Richmond Police Department 3rd Police Precinct



• FY 2014/2015 Richmond Government Budget Review/Overview

The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District



• Requests for Richmond Government Services from Residents



• Special Requests



• Comments, questions and concerns of Richmond Residents



WHEN Thursday, March 21, 2013

6:00-8:00 p.m.



WHERE Richmond Public Schools Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School

5601 Jahnke Road; Richmond, Virginia



WHO The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District



CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilwoman Michelle R. Mosby,

at 804.646.5497 (tel), or michelle.mosby@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







Councilwoman Cynthia I. Newbille to hold meeting in the East End 7th Voter 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

Friday, 15 March 2013



Councilwoman Cynthia I. Newbille to hold meeting in the East End 7th Voter District



All Richmond East End 7th Voter District residents invited and encouraged to attend



WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, East End 7th Voter District, will hold a meeting in Richmond’s East End 7th Voter District. Councilwoman Newbille holds meetings in Richmond’s East End 7th Voter District throughout the year that include information on her goals and accomplishments as a Councilwoman, a topical agenda of current interest, and special guests. These meetings are free and open to the public and all East End 7th Voter District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. Light refreshments are served. Parking is Free. The planned agenda for this meeting is as follows:



Agenda



• The Honorable Donald Coleman, Trustee, Richmond Public Schools Board East End 7th Voter District



• Chief Ray J. Tarasovic, Richmond's New Police Chief, will attend



• Mr. Robert Steidel, Director, Richmond Department of Public Utilities

Will talk about rate changes and past due utility bill procedures



• Vacant and Blighted Properties update

Mr. Douglas Dunlap, Deputy Director, Richmond Department of Planning and Development Review



• FY 2014/2015 Richmond Government Budget Review Process



• 25th Street/Nine Mile Road Corridor Updates

Mr. Tom Flynn, City Traffic Engineer

Richmond Department of Public Works



• Richmond Department of Fire and Emergency Services

Richmond East End 7th Voter District - Public Safety Report



WHEN Thursday, March 21, 2013

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.



WHERE Richmond East District Initiative Building

701 N. 25th Street

Richmond, Virginia 23223 (In Richmond’s East End 7th District)



WHO The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, East End 7th Voter District



CONTACT For more information, please contact Sam Patterson, Council Liaison, Richmond City Council, East End 7th Voter District, at 804.646.3012 (tel), or sam.patterson@richmondgov.com (email).



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______________________________________

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.







Thursday, March 14, 2013

Updated: Richmond City Council schedule for establishing Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Richmond Government Budgets

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL


Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov



COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY

IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED

Thursday, 14 March 2013



Updated: Richmond City Council schedule for establishing Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Richmond Government Budgets



The Richmond Government Budget Includes: General Fund, Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), Special Funds, Enterprise Funds, Internal Service Funds, to include Federal and State funds along with funds for Richmond Public Schools



(Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- There have been updates (included below) made to the Richmond City Council Budget Review Schedule for establishing the Fiscal Year 2014/2015 Richmond Government Budgets. Updates include the canceling of meetings on Monday, March 18, 2013. Council's review of Education and Workforce Development and Well Managed Government topics scheduled for that day will be rescheduled to another date to be determined. Additional changes include shifts in location for some meeting (all still to be held in Richmond City Hall). And, clarification of a number of Council Special Meeting times on the schedule that are tentative and will be held only if needed.



The Richmond City Council Budget Review Schedule for establishing the Fiscal Year 2014/2015 Richmond Government Budgets is listed below. It includes special meetings, public hearings and important Budget action dates. Richmond residents are invited and encouraged to contact the Richmond City Councilmember representing them and/or to attend budget meetings. Residents are invited to publicly address Richmond City Council regarding the Budget during listed Public Hearings (Council Budget Work Sessions do not include public comment periods, but are open to the public). The schedule is a working outline and dates/times/locations are subject to change as required.



The Fiscal Year 2013 Richmond Government Budget, established by Richmond City Council in 2012, was $1,429,628,466.



Richmond City Council

FY 2014-2015 Council Budget Review Schedule

Date/Time Description Location

August 2012 - February 2013

Aug. 2012 - February 2013 Council works with Administration to Review Budget needs Various locations

October

October 2012 Richmond City Council Retreat with Richmond Chief Administrative Officer for budget overview Richmond Police Academy

November

Thursday, November 15, 2012 Richmond Comprehensive Annual Financial Report presented to Richmond City Council



Richmond City Council to receive Richmond Revenue Forecast

December

Tues., December 4, 2012

Tues., December 11, 2012

Wed., December 12, 2012

Thus., December 13, 2012 Councilmember and Mayor Joint Community Budget Meetings

Four of nine public meetings held in locations across the city from Dec. 2012 to Feb. 2013 for presentation and discussion of the Fiscal Year 2014-15 Richmond Government Budget Locations city-wide throughout Richmond

January

January 2013 Richmond Public Schools Board of Trustees to receive Schools Superintendent’s proposed budget

Thurs., January 24, 2013

Wed., January 30, 2013

Councilmember and Mayor Joint Community Budget Meeting

Two of nine public meetings held in locations across the city from Dec. 2012 to Feb. 2013 for presentation and discussion of the Fiscal Year 2014-15 Richmond Government Budget Locations city-wide throughout Richmond

February

February 2013 Richmond Public Schools Board of Trustees approve Schools Budget

Tues., February 5, 2013

Wed., February 6, 2013

Thurs., February 7, 2013 Councilmember and Mayor Joint Community Budget Meetings

Three of nine public meetings held in locations across the city from Dec. 2012 to Feb. 2013 for presentation and discussion of the Fiscal Year 2014-15 Richmond Government Budget Locations city-wide throughout Richmond

March

Tuesday, March 12, 2013

3:00 p.m. Richmond City Council receives Mayor's Proposed Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Richmond Government Budget Richmond City Council Chambers

Friday, March 15, 2013

10:00 a.m.-Noon INTERNAL STAFF MEETING

Staff Budget Work Session 3rd Floor, Council Conference Rm.

Monday, March 18, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative Additional Council Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, March 18, 2013

Noon-4:00 p.m.

(Council Public Safety Standing Committee meets 5:00-6:30 p.m. at Richmond Police Academy)



THIS BUDGET WORK SESSION To be rescheduled to another date to be determined COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Education and Workforce Development

• Richmond Public Schools



Well Managed Government

• 2013 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate & Fee Changes

• Major Richmond Gen. Fund Expenditure Changes

• One-time Richmond Budget Items

• Debt Service



THIS BUDGET WORK SESSION To be rescheduled to another date to be determined Richmond City Council Chambers

Friday, March 22, 2013

10:00 a.m.-Noon INTERNAL STAFF MEETING

Staff Budget Work Session 3rd Floor, Council Conference Rm.

Monday, March 25, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, March 25, 2013

Noon-4:00 p.m.

(Council Informal Meeting meets 4:00-6:00 p.m. in Chambers, Formal meeting follows)) COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Transportation and Sustainability and the Natural Environment

• Public Works

• Public Utilities Richmond City Council Chambers

Friday, March 29, 2013

10:00 a.m.-Noon INTERNAL STAFF MEETING

Staff Budget Work Session 3rd Floor, Council Conference Rm.

April

Monday, April 1, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 1, 2013

Noon-5:00 p.m.

(Richmond City Council Organizational Development Standing Committee meets 5:00-6:00 p.m. in City Hall 2nd Fl., Large Conference Room) COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Well-Managed Government

• Richmond Dept. of Finance

• Richmond Office of the Mayor

• Richmond Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Mayor's

Proposed Budget Strategic Plan



Unique, Healthy & Inclusive Communities & Neighborhoods & Economic Growth

• Human Services (Richmond Dept. of Social Services,

Richmond Department of Justice Services, Richmond Office

of Hispanic Liaison, Richmond Deputy Chief Administrative

Officer for Human Services, Richmond Public Library,

Richmond Department of Parks/Rec./Community Facilities)



Community Safety and Well-Being

• Richmond Police Department Richmond City Council Chambers

Friday, April 5, 2013

10:00 a.m.-Noon INTERNAL STAFF MEETING

Staff Budget Work Session 3rd Fl., Council Conference Rm.

Monday, April 8, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 8, 2013

Noon-4:00 p.m.

(Richmond City Council Informal Meeting meets 4:00-6:00 p.m. in Chambers, Formal meeting follows) COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Well-Managed Government

• Employee Benefits & HR Issues

• Retirement System

• Latest Date for Federal Funds Consolidated Plan/Budget Intro.



Community Safety and Well-Being

• Richmond Department of Fire & Emergency Services

• Emergency-911 System Update

• Virginia - Richmond Constitutional Offices

- Richmond Office of the Circuit Court

- Richmond Office of the City Sheriff

- Richmond Office of the City Treasurer

- Richmond Office of the General Registrar

- Richmond Office of the Virginia Commonwealth's Attny.

• Richmond Office of Animal Control



Capital Improvement Plan Initial Review (PART 1) Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 8, 2013

6:00 p.m.

Council Formal Meeting PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING Public Hearing on Budget to be held during Council Formal Meeting to solicit additional public input on the Richmond Government Budget Richmond City Council Chambers

Friday, April 12, 2013

10:00 a.m.-Noon INTERNAL STAFF MEETING

Staff Budget Work Session 3rd Floor, Council Conference Rm.

Monday, April 15, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 15, 2013

Noon-5:00 p.m.

(Council Public Safety Standing Committee meets 5:00-6:30 p.m. at Richmond Police Academy) COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Education and Workforce Development

• Review of Workforce Development Goals, Budget Items

& Initiatives

• City Personnel Complement

• Changes (Position Eliminations)

• Unfunded Vacant Positions



Capital Improvement Plan Initial Review (PART 2) Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 15, 2013

5:00 p.m.

DEADLINE: Council amendments to Council Chief of Staff Budget staff Councilmembers to submit proposed budget amendments to Council Budget Staff by 5:00 p.m. N/A

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

10:00 a.m.

DEADLINE: Council Amendments to Richmond Office of the City Attorney Council Staff Will Provide List of Budget Amendments to City Attorney's Office





N/A

Friday, April 19, 2013

DEADLINE: City Attorney to provide list of Amendments to Council Budget Staff by 5:00 p.m. Richmond City Council Office of the Council Chief of Staff Staff to Provide List of Budget Amendments to distribute list to Council for review N/A

Monday, April 22, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 22, 2013

Noon-4:00 p.m. COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Unique, Healthy & Inclusive Communities & Neighborhoods & Economic Growth

• Richmond City Council Offices - Budget Presentations

- Office of the Assessor of Real Estate

- Office of the City Attorney

- Office of the City Auditor

- Office of the City Clerk

- Office of the Council Chief of Staff

• Economic and Community Development, Community

Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds/Federal Funds

Review



Well-Managed Government

• Richmond Department of Information Technology

• Richmond Department of Procurement Services Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 22, 2013

4:00-6:00 p.m.

Council Informal Meeting REGULAR COUNCIL INFORMAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Council Budget Work Session to be held during Council Informal Meeting Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 22, 2013

6:00 p.m.

Formal Meeting Introduction Date for Council Budget Amendments

• Richmond Capital Improvement Plan Discussion

• Public Hearing (Federal Funds)

• Council Budget Amendment Discussion Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 29, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 29, 2013

Noon-5:00 p.m. COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Unique, Healthy & Inclusive Communities/Neighborhoods/ Economic Growth

• Presentation by the Greater Richmond Partnership

(Greg Wingfield)

• Richmond Riverfront Plan

• Richmond Department of Planning & Dev. Review



Unique, Healthy and Inclusive Communities and Neighborhoods

• Non-Departmental Budget Review

• Special Revenue Funds Review Richmond City Council Chambers

May 2013

Monday, May 6, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, May 6, 2013

Noon-4:00 p.m. COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Deadline for Introduction of additional Budget Amendments

(if needed) (No Public Hearing will be held at this time)

Note: This could also be a tentative date for Adoption or consideration of the Richmond Public Schools Budget Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, May 13, 2013

11:00 a.m.-Noon COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - IF NEEDED

Tentative - Line Item Budget Review time if needed Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, May 13, 2013

3:00-5:00 p.m. Council Informal Meeting (may include budget discussion) Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, May 13, 2013

6:00 p.m.

Public Hearing on Budget Adoption (During Council Formal Mtg.) REGULAR FORMAL COUNCIL MEETING - PUBLIC HEARING

Richmond City Council to adopt/establish all Budgets (including Federal Funds) at the First Council Meeting in May

Richmond City Council Chambers

Wednesday , May 15, 2013

DEADLINE: Richmond Public Schools Budget Adoption Pursuant to Virginia State Law, Richmond City Council must adopt a Budget for Richmond Public Schools' by May 15, 2013. N/A

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Federal Funds Submission *DEADLINE*/A Pursuant to U.S. Federal Law, Federal Funds, Annual Plan and Budget must be submitted to U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development no later than 45 days before the start of the grantee’s program year. N/A





CONTACT Residents are invited and encouraged to contact the Richmond City Councilmember representing them, using the following contact information:



2013-2016 Richmond City Council Contact Information



West End 1st Voter District _________________________________________

The Honorable Jonathan T. Baliles

Councilman, Richmond City Council

West End 1st Voter District

804.646.5349 (tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

jonathan.baliles@richmondgov.com (email)



Mr. Yueh Hai "Eli" Wong, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

West End 1st Voter District

804.646.5935 (tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

eli.wong@richmondgov.com (email)



North Central 2nd Voter District ____________________________________

President of Richmond City Council

The Honorable Charles R. Samuels

Councilman, Richmond City Council

North Central 2nd Voter District

804.646.6531 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

charles.samuels@richmondgov.com (email)



Ms. Jan Girardi, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

North Central 2nd Voter District

804.646.6532 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

jan.girardi@richmondgov.com (email)



Northside 3rd Voter District ________________________________________

The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert

Councilman, Richmond City Council

Northside 3rd Voter District

804.646.0070 (office tel)

chris.hilbert@richmondgov.com (email)



Ms. Lisa F. Townes, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

Northside 3rd Voter District Liaison

804.646.6055 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

lisa.townes@richmondgov.com (email)



Southwest 4th Voter District ________________________________________

The Honorable Kathy Graziano

Councilwoman

Richmond City Council

Southwest 4th Voter District

804.320.2454 (office tel)

804.320.6030 (fax)

kathy.graziano@richmondgov.com (email)



Mr. Tim Grimes, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

Southwest 4th Voter District

804.320.2454 (tel)

804.382.6998 (mobile)

804.320.6030 (fax)

timothy.grimes@richmondgov.com (email)



Central 5th Voter District ___________________________________________

The Honorable Parker C. Agelasto

Councilman

Richmond City Council

Central 5th Voter District

804.646.6050 (tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

parker.agelasto@richmondgov.com (email)



Ms. Ida I. Jones, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

Central 5th Voter District

804.646.5724 (tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

ida.i.jones@richmondgov.com



Gateway 6th Voter District _________________________________________

Vice President of Richmond City Council

The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson

Councilwoman

Richmond City Council

Gateway 6th Voter District

804.646.5348 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

ellen.robertson@richmondgov.com (email)



East End 7th Voter District __________________________________________

The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Ph.D.

Councilwoman

Richmond City Council

East End 7th Voter District

804.646.5429 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

cynthia.newbille@richmondgov.com (email)



Mr. Sam Patterson, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

East End 7th Voter District

804.646.3012 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

sam.patterson@richmondgov.com (email)



Southside 8th Voter District ________________________________________

The Honorable Reva M. Trammell

Councilwoman

Richmond City Council

Southside 8th Voter District

804.646.6592 (office tel)

804.240.5050 (mobile tel)

804.233.7382 (home)

804.516.8067 (mobile tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

reva.trammell@richmondgov.com (email)



Mr. Henry Mease, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

Southside 8th Voter District

804.646.6591 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

henry.mease@richmondgov.com (email)



South Central 9th Voter District _____________________________________

The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby

Councilwoman

Richmond City Council

South Central 9th Voter District

804.646.5497 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

michelle.mosby@richmondgov.com (email)



Mr. John S. Westbrook

Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

South Central 9th Voter District

804.646.2779 (tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

john.westbrook@richmondgov.com (email)



Mailing Address

The Honorable _________

(President/Vice President of Richmond City Council - if appropriate)

Councilwoman/Councilman

Richmond City Council

Full name of Richmond Voter District

Richmond City Hall

900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305

Richmond, Virginia 23219 U.S.A.



Background - Richmond Government Budget ____________________________________________

As Richmond Residents, we pool our resources in order to own and operate our local government and decide what public services we want to invest in; the priority (investment levels) for these services; and, how we pay for them. Examples of our services include the management, oversight and delivery of such things as clean/safe water; streets/parks; laws; firefighting/rescue; trash/sewage removal; police/courts; public transportation; and, our children’s education. Together, we own, operate, use and benefit from these services on a daily basis.



Funding for our services and enforcement of laws comes from state, local and federal sources, including fees and taxes (like the Richmond Real Estate Tax.)



In order to set the investments levels we want for these services, Richmond City Council establishes an official annual Richmond Government Budget in May of each year for the upcoming Fiscal Year.



The Richmond Government Budget is based on a Fiscal Year that runs July 1 to June 30 annually and the City operates on a two-year fiscal plan (Budget) that includes the Richmond General Fund, Richmond Capital Improvement Plan, Richmond Special Funds, Richmond Enterprise Funds, Richmond Internal Service Funds, the City Government contribution to Richmond Public Schools; and, additional state, federal, and other funds provided to Richmond Public Schools.



The Richmond Government Budget is typically amended every year. Thus, every year a proposed (draft) Richmond Government Budget (Fiscal Plan) is submitted to Richmond City Council by the Mayor, who is responsible for administering local government services. Council then reviews, analyzes, amends and establishes a new official Richmond Government Budget based on the priorities of residents.



Richmond City Council budget deliberations begin each August and intensify the following year and include more than two dozen public meetings, hearings and work sessions from August through May.



The Richmond Government Budget takes the form of Ordinances that are approved by Richmond City Council each May for an upcoming Fiscal Year.



BACKGROUND - RICHMOND REAL ESTATE TAXES _______________________________________

We, as residents, have determined that a fair way to help pay for some of our local government services is for Richmond real estate owners to annually contribute funds based on a percentage of the value of the real estate they own in the city. Therefore, each year the fair market value of real estate in the city is assessed and an annual Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate is set. The rate is the percentage, based on $100 of value, that each real estate owner will contribute to help pay for government services in the city.



Our Richmond Real Estate Tax funds are the largest single local funding we use to help pay for our public services. Richmond real estate owners contribute their share annually, based on the value of their real estate and the tax rate, which is set by June 15 annually. For example, if a person owns $100,000 in real estate and the tax rate is $1.20 per $100 of assessed property value; their share is $1,200 for that year.



Beginning calendar year 2011, our Richmond Real Estate Taxes were divided into two collections a year instead of all at once and market valuation data was lagged one year. Payments are now due as follows: Half by January 14 and half by June 14.



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.







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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)

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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