Tuesday, September 30, 2014

Councilman Parker C. Agelasto to hold meeting in the Richmond Central 5th Voter District

Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305 - Richmond, Virginia  23219 U.S.A.  - www.council.richmondva.gov

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Tuesday, 30 September 2014

Councilman Parker C. Agelasto to hold meeting in the Richmond Central 5th Voter District

All Richmond Central 5th Voter District residents invited and encouraged to attend

WHAT         (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) – The Honorable Parker C. Agelasto, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Richmond Central 5th Voter District, will hold a district-wide meeting in the Richmond Central 5th Voter District. This is part of regular meetings Councilman Agelasto holds, which include information on his Richmond Central 5th Voter District goals and accomplishments; a thematic agenda of current interest; and, special guests. This meeting is free and open to the public and all Richmond Central 5th Voter District residents are invited and encouraged to attend. The planned agenda/discussion topics for the upcoming meeting include:

·      JenCare
Brief Presentation

·      Rebuilding Together Richmond
Ms. Mary Kay Huss, Executive Director, Rebuilding Together Richmond

·      Estate Planning Presentation
Ms. E. Yvette Jones, Human Services Manager, Richmond Office of Human Services

·      Healthy Corner Store Initiative
Ms. Claire Sadeghzadeh, Program Coordinator, Tricycle Gardens

·      Updates: Councilman Parker C. Agelasto
-     Emergency Preparedness
-     Priorities for the Richmond Central 5th Voter District
                      

WHEN         Wednesday, October 8, 2014

                       6:30-8:00 p.m.


WHERE        Richmond Public Schools - Swansboro Elementary School - Auditorium
3160 Midlothian Turnpike; Richmond, Virginia
         
WHO          The Honorable Parker C. Agelasto, Councilman
                        Richmond City Council, Richmond Central 5th Voter District
                                                                                      
CONTACT   For more information, please contact The Honorable Parker C. Agelasto, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Richmond Central 5th Voter District, at 804.646.6050 (tel), or parker.agelasto@richmondgov.com (email)

Councilman Agelasto’s Upcoming Richmond Central 5th Voter District Meetings

Wednesday, December 10, 2014; 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Virginia War Memorial; 621 South Belvidere Street; Richmond, Virginia


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Steve Skinner
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 U.S.A.
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
____________________________________________________

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

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


Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Councilwoman Kathy Graziano to hold meeting in the Richmond Southwest 4th Voter District

Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305 - Richmond, Virginia  23219 U.S.A.  - www.council.richmondva.gov
 
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Wednesday, 24 September 2014
 
Councilwoman Kathy Graziano to hold meeting in the Richmond Southwest 4th Voter District
 
All Richmond Southwest 4th Voter District residents invited and encouraged to attend
 
WHAT          (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Kathy Graziano, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Richmond Southwest 4th Voter District, will hold a meeting in the Richmond Southwest 4th Voter District. Councilwoman Graziano typically holds individual meetings in the Richmond Southwest 4th Voter District quarterly throughout the year that include information on her goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda; and, special guests. These meetings are free and open to the public and all Richmond Southwest 4th Voter District residents are invited and encouraged to attend. The planned agenda for this meeting includes:
 
                   Upcoming 2015 Virginia General Assembly Legislative Session
 
·         The Honorable Manoli G. Loupassi, Virginia State Delegate
Virginia House of Delegates - 68th Voter District
 
·         The Honorable Betsy B. Carr, Virginia State Delegate
Virginia House of Delegates - 69th Voter District
 

WHEN          Tuesday, September 30, 2014

                        7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

         
WHERE         St. Luke Evangelical Lutheran Church
                        7757 Chippenham Parkway, Richmond, Virginia
                        (At the corner of Chippenham Parkway and Custis Road)
 
WHO            The Honorable Kathy Graziano, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Richmond Southwest 4th Voter District
 
CONTACT    The Honorable Kathy Graziano, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Richmond Southwest 4th Voter District, at 804.320.2454, or email: Kathy.graziano@richmondgov.com
 
 
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Steve Skinner
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 U.S.A.
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
____________________________________________________
 
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council is to
represent citizens in creating and amending local laws,
 providing government policy and oversight, and
approving the city budget.
 
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
 

Monday, September 22, 2014

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

Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305 - Richmond, Virginia  23219 U.S.A.  - www.council.richmondva.gov
                                                            
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Monday, 22 September 2014

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

All Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District residents invited and encouraged to attend

WHAT         (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) – The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District, in Richmond, Virginia, will hold a district-wide meeting for the Richmond 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 month. 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 Sgt. Brian Prendergast, Sector Commander, Richmond Police Department – Police Sector 412
(Sgt. Prendergast is serving in Lt. Chris Gleason’s place while he is on training assignment with the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation)

·      The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby, Councilwoman
Richmond City Council, Richmond South Central 9th Voter District
Discussion on her Vision, Goals and Projects: As they relate to her Richmond Voter District and the City as a whole

WHEN         Wednesday, September 24, 2014
                       6:00-8:00 p.m.

WHERE        Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities
                  Pine Camp Recreation Center
                       4901 Brook Road, Richmond, Virginia 23227

WHO          The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District
           
CONTACT   For more information, please contact Councilman Chris A. Hilbert, at 804.646.6055 or chris.hilbert@richmondgov.com.

Councilman Chris Hilbert’s Future Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District Meetings
·      Wednesday, October 22, 2014; 6:00-8:00 p.m.


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Steve Skinner
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Council Executive Offices
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia  23219 U.S.A.
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
______________________________________________________________

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.


Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson to hold “Highland Park Demands the Promised Community – A Call to Action Rally”

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305 - Richmond, Virginia  23219 U.S.A.  - www.council.richmondva.gov

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Monday, 22 September 2014

Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson to hold “Highland Park Demands the Promised Community – A Call to Action Rally”

All Highland Park Neighborhood community residents, parents and community partners are invited and encouraged to attend.
         
WHAT         (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) - The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Richmond Gateway 6th Voter District, will hold a “Highland Park Demands the Promised Community – A Call to Action Rally.” All Highland Park Neighborhood Community residents, parents and community partners are invited and encouraged to attend.

                              “The City promised a new 400-home mixed-income community with gardens, trails, new pre-school, a new fifth grade elementary school, and a government community resources service center,” says Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson. “Highland Park, your promised community is not happening and your community development money is threatened to be taken out of the City Government Budget.”

                              “I’m calling on the entire community to come take actions now! Time is not on our side,” says Councilwoman Robertson. “We need a Citizen Action Team Mobilization Strategy to protect our promised community.”

                              “Actions include:

1.    Protect Highland Park Neighborhood Community budget to build a new Richmond Public Schools Overby-Sheppard Elementary School with a plan for excellence in academic achievements.

2.    Complete Cannon Creek Trail and pave Richmond Henrico Turnpike.

3.    Complete master plan and construction of 300 additional homes.

4.    Relocate back flows and trash receptors from front yards and install back yard access and storage space.

5.    Landscape Highland Grove and include areas for children to play,”

                        says Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson.

      “This is a rally call for residents, parents and community partners to take action and protect our community. Show up or lose your community,” says Councilwoman Robertson.

WHEN         Saturday, September 27, 2014
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
                   
WHERE        Richmond Public Schools Overby-Sheppard Elementary School
                       2300 First Avenue, Richmond, Virginia 23222

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

CONTACT   For more information, please contact The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Richmond Gateway 6th Voter District, at 804.314.7658 (mobile), or ellen.robertson@richmondgov.com (email)



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Steve Skinner
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 U.S.A.
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
______________________________________________________________

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, September 18, 2014

Richmonders reminded Photo IDs now required for voting: Free IDs available

Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305 - Richmond, Virginia  23219 U.S.A.  - www.council.richmondva.gov

COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS RELEASE
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED

Richmonders reminded Photo IDs now required for voting: Free IDs available

A General and Special Election will be held Tuesday, November 4, 2014; 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

WHAT          (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) – Richmond City Council reminds Richmond residents that Virginia’s new state law requires citizens voting in an election to present an acceptable form of photo ID in order to vote at the polls. Citizens who do not have an acceptable photo ID will have to vote a provisional ballot.

Acceptable forms of photo ID include: a Valid Virginia driver’s license; Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles issued photo ID; valid United States of America Passport; valid employee photo ID; other government issued photo ID; or, valid Virginia college or university student photo ID.

Richmond citizens who do not have an acceptable photo ID may apply for a free one, for voting purposes only, from the Richmond Office of the General Registrar during the following times/locations:

·         Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (except holidays)
Richmond Office of the General Registrar
Richmond City Hall, Room 105,
900 E. Broad Street; Richmond, Virginia 23219

·         Thursday, September 25, 2014; 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Hermitage Methodist Home
(Hermitage Road and Westwood Avenue)
1600 Westwood Avenue; 1600 Westwood Avenue;
Richmond, Virginia 23227

·         Thursday, September 25, 2014; 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities - Randolph Community Center
1415 Grayland Avenue; Richmond, Virginia 23220

·         Friday, September 26, 2014; 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Richmond Public Library - West End Branch Library
5420 Patterson Avenue; Richmond, Virginia 23226

·         Saturday, September 27, 2014; 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Richmond Southside Government Community Service Center
(Southside Plaza)
4100 Hull Street; Richmond Virginia 23224

·         Saturday, September 27, 2014; 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Richmond East End Government Community Service Center
(Richmond East District Initiative Center)
25th and M Streets; Richmond, Virginia 23220

·         Monday, September 29, 2014; Noon to 2:30 p.m.
Walmart
2501 Sheila Lane; Richmond, Virginia 23225

·         Monday, September 29, 2014; 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Richmond Public Schools – Elkhardt Middle School
6300 Hull Street Road; Richmond, Virginia 23224

·         Tuesday, September 30, 2014; 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities - Bellemeade Community Center
1800 Lynhaven Avenue; Richmond, Virginia 23224

·         Wednesday, October 1, 2014; 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Richmond Public Schools – John Marshall High School
4225 Old Brook Road; Richmond, Virginia 23227

A General and Special Election will be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2014; 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The election will include the following: United States Senate; United States House of Representatives; A Constitutional Amendment; and, Special Elections for the following: United States House of Representatives 7th Congressional District (for an unexpired term ending January 3, 2015); Senate of Virginia (for an unexpired term ending January 13, 2016); and (Richmond) Clerk of Court (for an unexpired term ending December 31, 2019).

CONTACT    For more information, please contact the Richmond Office of the General Registrar, at 804.646.5950, or by visiting the Richmond Office of General Registrar, located in Richmond City Hall, Room 105; 900 E.  Broad Street; Richmond, Virginia 23219


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Steve Skinner
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 U.S.A.
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
____________________________________________________

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.