RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Richmond City Council seeks individuals to serve on boards, commissions, committees and task forces
Richmond City Council appoints members to 55 Local/Regional Government Bodies, 1 Federal Body and 5 Non-Governmental Organizations: 28 have vacancies for 37 individuals to fill; Applications available online
(Richmond, Virginia) – Critical to the foundation of our citizen-run government, Richmond City Council regularly establishes and/or appoints members to serve on local and regional government boards, commissions, committees and task forces to assist with providing oversight on various topics, programs and services. Appointments are made throughout the year as vacancies occur and new entities are created. Richmond City Council currently appoints members to 55 local and regional public bodies; most of which are volunteer/non-paid positions. There are currently 37 individual vacancies to fill on 28 entities.
Appointed public bodies provide needed intellectual assistance on subjects that shape the quality of our lives, neighborhoods and city and increase government openness, inclusion and transparency. Membership on these entities offers citizens an opportunity to learn more about their local government and to use their education, experience, skills and abilities in service of the public good. All citizens are invited and encouraged to apply to serve.
Individual membership requirements are different for each public body, which range from advisory to policy to governing. Appointed terms include project-oriented ones that exist for a few months and more long-term ones that last up to four years. Time commitments vary from a couple hours a year, up to 20 hours a month. Meeting times, dates, locations and frequency are scheduled as needed. Incumbents are also considered for reappointment at the conclusion of their terms.
In addition to the 55 current local and regional public bodies, Council appoints members to five (5) non-governmental organizations and one (1) federal government entity; for a total of 61 entities (governmental and non-governmental).
All citizens interested in being appointed to serve as a member of a local or regional public government body or non-government organization (a list of which follows below), that Richmond City Council appoints members, to are invited to review the descriptions, purposes and individual membership requirements and apply online at: http://eservices.ci.richmond.va.us/applications/boardscommissions/index.aspx
CONTACT For more information, please call 804.646.7955.
Richmond City Council Appointments
Richmond Council appoints members to the following (current 3.29.10) Governmental Public Bodies and Non-Governmental Organizations. As functioning government entities, all meetings of Local and Regional Governmental Public Bodies are open to the public. Entities having current vacancies are noted with an asterisk.
- M O R E -
Richmond Local Government Public Bodies (39) _____________________________________
Port of Richmond Commission
Richmond Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board *
Richmond Ambulance Authority Board *
Richmond Architectural Review Commission *
Richmond Architectural Review Commission Task Force
Richmond Arts and Cultural Funding Consortium Board *
Richmond Assessment of Towing Fees and the Storage of Vehicles Advisory Board
Richmond Audit Committee
Richmond Behavioral Health Authority Board *
Richmond Broad Street Community Development Authority Board
Richmond Building Code Appeals Board - Building Related Mechanical Division
Richmond Building Code Appeals Board - Electrical Division *
Richmond Building Code Appeals Board - General Division
Richmond Building Code Appeals Board - Plumbing Division *
Richmond Career and Technical Education Commission
Richmond Carillon Advisory Committee *
Richmond City Charter Review Commission
Richmond Clean City Commission
Richmond Community Criminal Justice Board *
Richmond Community Policy and Management Team *
Richmond Disability Services Board *
Richmond Economic Development Authority Board
Richmond Fire Appeals Board *
Richmond Green City Commission *
Richmond Health Advisory Board *
Richmond Highway Safety Commission *
Richmond Minority Business Advisory Board *
Richmond Monroe Park Advisory Council
Richmond Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Advisory Board *
Richmond Personnel Board *
Richmond Planning Commission
Richmond Public Library Board
Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority Board *
Richmond Retirement System Board *
Richmond Sister Cities Commission
Richmond Slave Trail Commission *
Richmond Social Services Advisory Board *
Richmond Urban Design Committee
Richmond Urban Forestry Commission
Regional Governmental and Quazi-Governmental Public Bodies (15) _________________
Central Virginia Waste Management Authority Board *
Greater Richmond Convention Center Authority Board
Greater Richmond Lead Planning Organization Board
Greater Richmond Partnership Board
Greater Richmond Transit Company Transit System Board
Peumansend Creek Regional Jail Authority Board
Richmond Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Board *
Richmond Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee *
Richmond Metropolitan Authority Board
Richmond Metropolitan Convention and Visitors Bureau Board
Richmond Regional Competitiveness Committee
Richmond Regional Planning District Commission *
Virginia Capital Area Alcohol Safety Action Program Policy Advisory Board *
Virginia Capital Region Airport Commission
Virginia Community Colleges Board J. Sargent Reynolds Community College Board
- M O R E -
Federal Governmental Public Body (1) ______________________________________________
U.S. Federal Combined Sewer Overflow Partnership Board
Richmond City Council appoints members to the following Non-Government Organizations
Non-Governmental Organizations (5) _______________________________________________
J. Fulmer Bright Memorial Foundation Board
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Board
Maymont Foundation Board
Richmond Capital Area Agency on Aging
Richmond Capital Area Partnership Uplifting People
Appointment Process
The Richmond City Council appointment process for local or regional public government bodies or non-government organizations includes the following:
1. Application completed and submitted
2. Richmond City Council Standing Committing providing oversight over that entity/appointment reviews application and makes recommendation
3. Application recommendation is forwarded to Richmond City Council Organizational Standing Committing
4. Richmond City Council Organizational Standing Committing makes recommendation to appoint or not appoint
5. Richmond City Council Organizational Standing Committing has Richmond City Council Resolution for Appointment prepared for chosen appointment
6. Applicant is invited to attend Richmond City Council Formal Meeting where Council Resolution will be considered for official approval
7. Richmond City Council holds Formal Meeting, which includes a public hearing, and votes on Resolution of Appointment (applicant must be in attendance)
8. Applicants approved by Resolution of Appointment are sworn in
9. Member’s service begins
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Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Richmond City Council seeks individuals to serve on boards, commissions, committees and task forces
Richmond City Council appoints members to 55 Local/Regional Government Bodies, 1 Federal Body and 5 Non-Governmental Organizations: 28 have vacancies for 37 individuals to fill; Applications available online.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Richmond City Council seeks individuals to serve on boards, commissions, committees and task forces
Richmond City Council appoints members to 55 Local/Regional Government Bodies, 1 Federal Body and 5 Non-Governmental Organizations: 28 have vacancies for 37 individuals to fill; Applications available online
(Richmond, Virginia) – Critical to the foundation of our citizen-run government, Richmond City Council regularly establishes and/or appoints members to serve on local and regional government boards, commissions, committees and task forces to assist with providing oversight on various topics, programs and services. Appointments are made throughout the year as vacancies occur and new entities are created. Richmond City Council currently appoints members to 55 local and regional public bodies; most of which are volunteer/non-paid positions. There are currently 37 individual vacancies to fill on 28 entities.
Appointed public bodies provide needed intellectual assistance on subjects that shape the quality of our lives, neighborhoods and city and increase government openness, inclusion and transparency. Membership on these entities offers citizens an opportunity to learn more about their local government and to use their education, experience, skills and abilities in service of the public good. All citizens are invited and encouraged to apply to serve.
Individual membership requirements are different for each public body, which range from advisory to policy to governing. Appointed terms include project-oriented ones that exist for a few months and more long-term ones that last up to four years. Time commitments vary from a couple hours a year, up to 20 hours a month. Meeting times, dates, locations and frequency are scheduled as needed. Incumbents are also considered for reappointment at the conclusion of their terms.
In addition to the 55 current local and regional public bodies, Council appoints members to five (5) non-governmental organizations and one (1) federal government entity; for a total of 61 entities (governmental and non-governmental).
All citizens interested in being appointed to serve as a member of a local or regional public government body or non-government organization (a list of which follows below), that Richmond City Council appoints members, to are invited to review the descriptions, purposes and individual membership requirements and apply online at: http://eservices.ci.richmond.va.us/applications/boardscommissions/index.aspx
CONTACT For more information, please call 804.646.7955.
Richmond City Council Appointments
Richmond Council appoints members to the following (current 3.29.10) Governmental Public Bodies and Non-Governmental Organizations. As functioning government entities, all meetings of Local and Regional Governmental Public Bodies are open to the public. Entities having current vacancies are noted with an asterisk.
- M O R E -
Richmond Local Government Public Bodies (39) _____________________________________
Port of Richmond Commission
Richmond Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board *
Richmond Ambulance Authority Board *
Richmond Architectural Review Commission *
Richmond Architectural Review Commission Task Force
Richmond Arts and Cultural Funding Consortium Board *
Richmond Assessment of Towing Fees and the Storage of Vehicles Advisory Board
Richmond Audit Committee
Richmond Behavioral Health Authority Board *
Richmond Broad Street Community Development Authority Board
Richmond Building Code Appeals Board - Building Related Mechanical Division
Richmond Building Code Appeals Board - Electrical Division *
Richmond Building Code Appeals Board - General Division
Richmond Building Code Appeals Board - Plumbing Division *
Richmond Career and Technical Education Commission
Richmond Carillon Advisory Committee *
Richmond City Charter Review Commission
Richmond Clean City Commission
Richmond Community Criminal Justice Board *
Richmond Community Policy and Management Team *
Richmond Disability Services Board *
Richmond Economic Development Authority Board
Richmond Fire Appeals Board *
Richmond Green City Commission *
Richmond Health Advisory Board *
Richmond Highway Safety Commission *
Richmond Minority Business Advisory Board *
Richmond Monroe Park Advisory Council
Richmond Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Advisory Board *
Richmond Personnel Board *
Richmond Planning Commission
Richmond Public Library Board
Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority Board *
Richmond Retirement System Board *
Richmond Sister Cities Commission
Richmond Slave Trail Commission *
Richmond Social Services Advisory Board *
Richmond Urban Design Committee
Richmond Urban Forestry Commission
Regional Governmental and Quazi-Governmental Public Bodies (15) _________________
Central Virginia Waste Management Authority Board *
Greater Richmond Convention Center Authority Board
Greater Richmond Lead Planning Organization Board
Greater Richmond Partnership Board
Greater Richmond Transit Company Transit System Board
Peumansend Creek Regional Jail Authority Board
Richmond Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Board *
Richmond Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee *
Richmond Metropolitan Authority Board
Richmond Metropolitan Convention and Visitors Bureau Board
Richmond Regional Competitiveness Committee
Richmond Regional Planning District Commission *
Virginia Capital Area Alcohol Safety Action Program Policy Advisory Board *
Virginia Capital Region Airport Commission
Virginia Community Colleges Board J. Sargent Reynolds Community College Board
- M O R E -
Federal Governmental Public Body (1) ______________________________________________
U.S. Federal Combined Sewer Overflow Partnership Board
Richmond City Council appoints members to the following Non-Government Organizations
Non-Governmental Organizations (5) _______________________________________________
J. Fulmer Bright Memorial Foundation Board
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Board
Maymont Foundation Board
Richmond Capital Area Agency on Aging
Richmond Capital Area Partnership Uplifting People
Appointment Process
The Richmond City Council appointment process for local or regional public government bodies or non-government organizations includes the following:
1. Application completed and submitted
2. Richmond City Council Standing Committing providing oversight over that entity/appointment reviews application and makes recommendation
3. Application recommendation is forwarded to Richmond City Council Organizational Standing Committing
4. Richmond City Council Organizational Standing Committing makes recommendation to appoint or not appoint
5. Richmond City Council Organizational Standing Committing has Richmond City Council Resolution for Appointment prepared for chosen appointment
6. Applicant is invited to attend Richmond City Council Formal Meeting where Council Resolution will be considered for official approval
7. Richmond City Council holds Formal Meeting, which includes a public hearing, and votes on Resolution of Appointment (applicant must be in attendance)
8. Applicants approved by Resolution of Appointment are sworn in
9. Member’s service begins
- E N D -
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Richmond City Council seeks individuals to serve on boards, commissions, committees and task forces
Richmond City Council appoints members to 55 Local/Regional Government Bodies, 1 Federal Body and 5 Non-Governmental Organizations: 28 have vacancies for 37 individuals to fill; Applications available online
(Richmond, Virginia) – Critical to the foundation of our citizen-run government, Richmond City Council regularly establishes and/or appoints members to serve on local and regional government boards, commissions, committees and task forces to assist with providing oversight on various topics, programs and services. Appointments are made throughout the year as vacancies occur and new entities are created. Richmond City Council currently appoints members to 55 local and regional public bodies; most of which are volunteer/non-paid positions. There are currently 37 individual vacancies to fill on 28 entities.
Appointed public bodies provide needed intellectual assistance on subjects that shape the quality of our lives, neighborhoods and city and increase government openness, inclusion and transparency. Membership on these entities offers citizens an opportunity to learn more about their local government and to use their education, experience, skills and abilities in service of the public good. All citizens are invited and encouraged to apply to serve.
Individual membership requirements are different for each public body, which range from advisory to policy to governing. Appointed terms include project-oriented ones that exist for a few months and more long-term ones that last up to four years. Time commitments vary from a couple hours a year, up to 20 hours a month. Meeting times, dates, locations and frequency are scheduled as needed. Incumbents are also considered for reappointment at the conclusion of their terms.
In addition to the 55 current local and regional public bodies, Council appoints members to five (5) non-governmental organizations and one (1) federal government entity; for a total of 61 entities (governmental and non-governmental).
All citizens interested in being appointed to serve as a member of a local or regional public government body or non-government organization (a list of which follows below), that Richmond City Council appoints members, to are invited to review the descriptions, purposes and individual membership requirements and apply online at: http://eservices.ci.richmond.va.us/applications/boardscommissions/index.aspx
CONTACT For more information, please call 804.646.7955.
Richmond City Council Appointments
Richmond Council appoints members to the following (current 3.29.10) Governmental Public Bodies and Non-Governmental Organizations. As functioning government entities, all meetings of Local and Regional Governmental Public Bodies are open to the public. Entities having current vacancies are noted with an asterisk.
- M O R E -
Richmond Local Government Public Bodies (39) _____________________________________
Port of Richmond Commission
Richmond Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board *
Richmond Ambulance Authority Board *
Richmond Architectural Review Commission *
Richmond Architectural Review Commission Task Force
Richmond Arts and Cultural Funding Consortium Board *
Richmond Assessment of Towing Fees and the Storage of Vehicles Advisory Board
Richmond Audit Committee
Richmond Behavioral Health Authority Board *
Richmond Broad Street Community Development Authority Board
Richmond Building Code Appeals Board - Building Related Mechanical Division
Richmond Building Code Appeals Board - Electrical Division *
Richmond Building Code Appeals Board - General Division
Richmond Building Code Appeals Board - Plumbing Division *
Richmond Career and Technical Education Commission
Richmond Carillon Advisory Committee *
Richmond City Charter Review Commission
Richmond Clean City Commission
Richmond Community Criminal Justice Board *
Richmond Community Policy and Management Team *
Richmond Disability Services Board *
Richmond Economic Development Authority Board
Richmond Fire Appeals Board *
Richmond Green City Commission *
Richmond Health Advisory Board *
Richmond Highway Safety Commission *
Richmond Minority Business Advisory Board *
Richmond Monroe Park Advisory Council
Richmond Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Advisory Board *
Richmond Personnel Board *
Richmond Planning Commission
Richmond Public Library Board
Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority Board *
Richmond Retirement System Board *
Richmond Sister Cities Commission
Richmond Slave Trail Commission *
Richmond Social Services Advisory Board *
Richmond Urban Design Committee
Richmond Urban Forestry Commission
Regional Governmental and Quazi-Governmental Public Bodies (15) _________________
Central Virginia Waste Management Authority Board *
Greater Richmond Convention Center Authority Board
Greater Richmond Lead Planning Organization Board
Greater Richmond Partnership Board
Greater Richmond Transit Company Transit System Board
Peumansend Creek Regional Jail Authority Board
Richmond Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Board *
Richmond Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee *
Richmond Metropolitan Authority Board
Richmond Metropolitan Convention and Visitors Bureau Board
Richmond Regional Competitiveness Committee
Richmond Regional Planning District Commission *
Virginia Capital Area Alcohol Safety Action Program Policy Advisory Board *
Virginia Capital Region Airport Commission
Virginia Community Colleges Board J. Sargent Reynolds Community College Board
- M O R E -
Federal Governmental Public Body (1) ______________________________________________
U.S. Federal Combined Sewer Overflow Partnership Board
Richmond City Council appoints members to the following Non-Government Organizations
Non-Governmental Organizations (5) _______________________________________________
J. Fulmer Bright Memorial Foundation Board
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Board
Maymont Foundation Board
Richmond Capital Area Agency on Aging
Richmond Capital Area Partnership Uplifting People
Appointment Process
The Richmond City Council appointment process for local or regional public government bodies or non-government organizations includes the following:
1. Application completed and submitted
2. Richmond City Council Standing Committing providing oversight over that entity/appointment reviews application and makes recommendation
3. Application recommendation is forwarded to Richmond City Council Organizational Standing Committing
4. Richmond City Council Organizational Standing Committing makes recommendation to appoint or not appoint
5. Richmond City Council Organizational Standing Committing has Richmond City Council Resolution for Appointment prepared for chosen appointment
6. Applicant is invited to attend Richmond City Council Formal Meeting where Council Resolution will be considered for official approval
7. Richmond City Council holds Formal Meeting, which includes a public hearing, and votes on Resolution of Appointment (applicant must be in attendance)
8. Applicants approved by Resolution of Appointment are sworn in
9. Member’s service begins
- E N D -
Updated Web address - Richmond City Council seeks individuals to serve on boards, commissions, committees and task forces
(Richmond, Virginia) – Critical to the foundation of our citizen-run government, Richmond City Council regularly establishes and/or appoints members to serve on local and regional government boards, commissions, committees and task forces to assist with providing oversight on various topics, programs and services. Appointments are made throughout the year as vacancies occur and new entities are created. Richmond City Council currently appoints members to 55 local and regional public bodies; most of which are volunteer/non-paid positions. There are currently 37 individual vacancies to fill on 28 entities.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Updated Web address - Richmond City Council seeks individuals to serve on boards, commissions, committees and task forces
Richmond City Council appoints members to 55 Local/Regional Government Bodies, 1 Federal Body and 5 Non-Governmental Organizations: 28 have vacancies for 37 individuals to fill; Applications available online
(Richmond, Virginia) – Critical to the foundation of our citizen-run government, Richmond City Council regularly establishes and/or appoints members to serve on local and regional government boards, commissions, committees and task forces to assist with providing oversight on various topics, programs and services. Appointments are made throughout the year as vacancies occur and new entities are created. Richmond City Council currently appoints members to 55 local and regional public bodies; most of which are volunteer/non-paid positions. There are currently 37 individual vacancies to fill on 28 entities.
Appointed public bodies provide needed intellectual assistance on subjects that shape the quality of our lives, neighborhoods and city and increase government openness, inclusion and transparency. Membership on these entities offers citizens an opportunity to learn more about their local government and to use their education, experience, skills and abilities in service of the public good. All citizens are invited and encouraged to apply to serve.
Individual membership requirements are different for each public body, which range from advisory to policy to governing. Appointed terms include project-oriented ones that exist for a few months and more long-term ones that last up to four years. Time commitments vary from a couple hours a year, up to 20 hours a month. Meeting times, dates, locations and frequency are scheduled as needed. Incumbents are also considered for reappointment at the conclusion of their terms.
In addition to the 55 current local and regional public bodies, Council appoints members to five (5) non-governmental organizations and one (1) federal government entity; for a total of 61 entities (governmental and non-governmental).
All citizens interested in being appointed to serve as a member of a local or regional public government body or non-government organization (a list of which follows below), that Richmond City Council appoints members, to are invited to review the descriptions, purposes and individual membership requirements and apply online at: http://eservices.ci.richmond.va.us/applications/boardscommissions/index.aspx
CONTACT For more information, please call 804.646.7955.
Richmond City Council Appointments
Richmond Council appoints members to the following (current 3.29.10) Governmental Public Bodies and Non-Governmental Organizations. As functioning government entities, all meetings of Local and Regional Governmental Public Bodies are open to the public. Entities having current vacancies are noted with an asterisk.
- M O R E -
Richmond Local Government Public Bodies (39) _____________________________________
Port of Richmond Commission
Richmond Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board *
Richmond Ambulance Authority Board *
Richmond Architectural Review Commission *
Richmond Architectural Review Commission Task Force
Richmond Arts and Cultural Funding Consortium Board *
Richmond Assessment of Towing Fees and the Storage of Vehicles Advisory Board
Richmond Audit Committee
Richmond Behavioral Health Authority Board *
Richmond Broad Street Community Development Authority Board
Richmond Building Code Appeals Board - Building Related Mechanical Division
Richmond Building Code Appeals Board - Electrical Division *
Richmond Building Code Appeals Board - General Division
Richmond Building Code Appeals Board - Plumbing Division *
Richmond Career and Technical Education Commission
Richmond Carillon Advisory Committee *
Richmond City Charter Review Commission
Richmond Clean City Commission
Richmond Community Criminal Justice Board *
Richmond Community Policy and Management Team *
Richmond Disability Services Board *
Richmond Economic Development Authority Board
Richmond Fire Appeals Board *
Richmond Green City Commission *
Richmond Health Advisory Board *
Richmond Highway Safety Commission *
Richmond Minority Business Advisory Board *
Richmond Monroe Park Advisory Council
Richmond Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Advisory Board *
Richmond Personnel Board *
Richmond Planning Commission
Richmond Public Library Board
Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority Board *
Richmond Retirement System Board *
Richmond Sister Cities Commission
Richmond Slave Trail Commission *
Richmond Social Services Advisory Board *
Richmond Urban Design Committee
Richmond Urban Forestry Commission
Regional Governmental and Quazi-Governmental Public Bodies (15) _________________
Central Virginia Waste Management Authority Board *
Greater Richmond Convention Center Authority Board
Greater Richmond Lead Planning Organization Board
Greater Richmond Partnership Board
Greater Richmond Transit Company Transit System Board
Peumansend Creek Regional Jail Authority Board
Richmond Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Board *
Richmond Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee *
Richmond Metropolitan Authority Board
Richmond Metropolitan Convention and Visitors Bureau Board
Richmond Regional Competitiveness Committee
Richmond Regional Planning District Commission *
Virginia Capital Area Alcohol Safety Action Program Policy Advisory Board *
Virginia Capital Region Airport Commission
Virginia Community Colleges Board J. Sargent Reynolds Community College Board
- M O R E -
Federal Governmental Public Body (1) ______________________________________________
U.S. Federal Combined Sewer Overflow Partnership Board
Richmond City Council appoints members to the following Non-Government Organizations
Non-Governmental Organizations (5) _______________________________________________
J. Fulmer Bright Memorial Foundation Board
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Board
Maymont Foundation Board
Richmond Capital Area Agency on Aging
Richmond Capital Area Partnership Uplifting People
Appointment Process
The Richmond City Council appointment process for local or regional public government bodies or non-government organizations includes the following:
1. Application completed and submitted
2. Richmond City Council Standing Committing providing oversight over that entity/appointment reviews application and makes recommendation
3. Application recommendation is forwarded to Richmond City Council Organizational Standing Committing
4. Richmond City Council Organizational Standing Committing makes recommendation to appoint or not appoint
5. Richmond City Council Organizational Standing Committing has Richmond City Council Resolution for Appointment prepared for chosen appointment
6. Applicant is invited to attend Richmond City Council Formal Meeting where Council Resolution will be considered for official approval
7. Richmond City Council holds Formal Meeting, which includes a public hearing, and votes on Resolution of Appointment (applicant must be in attendance)
8. Applicants approved by Resolution of Appointment are sworn in
9. Member’s service begins
- E N D -
______________________________________
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.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Updated Web address - Richmond City Council seeks individuals to serve on boards, commissions, committees and task forces
Richmond City Council appoints members to 55 Local/Regional Government Bodies, 1 Federal Body and 5 Non-Governmental Organizations: 28 have vacancies for 37 individuals to fill; Applications available online
(Richmond, Virginia) – Critical to the foundation of our citizen-run government, Richmond City Council regularly establishes and/or appoints members to serve on local and regional government boards, commissions, committees and task forces to assist with providing oversight on various topics, programs and services. Appointments are made throughout the year as vacancies occur and new entities are created. Richmond City Council currently appoints members to 55 local and regional public bodies; most of which are volunteer/non-paid positions. There are currently 37 individual vacancies to fill on 28 entities.
Appointed public bodies provide needed intellectual assistance on subjects that shape the quality of our lives, neighborhoods and city and increase government openness, inclusion and transparency. Membership on these entities offers citizens an opportunity to learn more about their local government and to use their education, experience, skills and abilities in service of the public good. All citizens are invited and encouraged to apply to serve.
Individual membership requirements are different for each public body, which range from advisory to policy to governing. Appointed terms include project-oriented ones that exist for a few months and more long-term ones that last up to four years. Time commitments vary from a couple hours a year, up to 20 hours a month. Meeting times, dates, locations and frequency are scheduled as needed. Incumbents are also considered for reappointment at the conclusion of their terms.
In addition to the 55 current local and regional public bodies, Council appoints members to five (5) non-governmental organizations and one (1) federal government entity; for a total of 61 entities (governmental and non-governmental).
All citizens interested in being appointed to serve as a member of a local or regional public government body or non-government organization (a list of which follows below), that Richmond City Council appoints members, to are invited to review the descriptions, purposes and individual membership requirements and apply online at: http://eservices.ci.richmond.va.us/applications/boardscommissions/index.aspx
CONTACT For more information, please call 804.646.7955.
Richmond City Council Appointments
Richmond Council appoints members to the following (current 3.29.10) Governmental Public Bodies and Non-Governmental Organizations. As functioning government entities, all meetings of Local and Regional Governmental Public Bodies are open to the public. Entities having current vacancies are noted with an asterisk.
- M O R E -
Richmond Local Government Public Bodies (39) _____________________________________
Port of Richmond Commission
Richmond Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board *
Richmond Ambulance Authority Board *
Richmond Architectural Review Commission *
Richmond Architectural Review Commission Task Force
Richmond Arts and Cultural Funding Consortium Board *
Richmond Assessment of Towing Fees and the Storage of Vehicles Advisory Board
Richmond Audit Committee
Richmond Behavioral Health Authority Board *
Richmond Broad Street Community Development Authority Board
Richmond Building Code Appeals Board - Building Related Mechanical Division
Richmond Building Code Appeals Board - Electrical Division *
Richmond Building Code Appeals Board - General Division
Richmond Building Code Appeals Board - Plumbing Division *
Richmond Career and Technical Education Commission
Richmond Carillon Advisory Committee *
Richmond City Charter Review Commission
Richmond Clean City Commission
Richmond Community Criminal Justice Board *
Richmond Community Policy and Management Team *
Richmond Disability Services Board *
Richmond Economic Development Authority Board
Richmond Fire Appeals Board *
Richmond Green City Commission *
Richmond Health Advisory Board *
Richmond Highway Safety Commission *
Richmond Minority Business Advisory Board *
Richmond Monroe Park Advisory Council
Richmond Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Advisory Board *
Richmond Personnel Board *
Richmond Planning Commission
Richmond Public Library Board
Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority Board *
Richmond Retirement System Board *
Richmond Sister Cities Commission
Richmond Slave Trail Commission *
Richmond Social Services Advisory Board *
Richmond Urban Design Committee
Richmond Urban Forestry Commission
Regional Governmental and Quazi-Governmental Public Bodies (15) _________________
Central Virginia Waste Management Authority Board *
Greater Richmond Convention Center Authority Board
Greater Richmond Lead Planning Organization Board
Greater Richmond Partnership Board
Greater Richmond Transit Company Transit System Board
Peumansend Creek Regional Jail Authority Board
Richmond Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Board *
Richmond Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee *
Richmond Metropolitan Authority Board
Richmond Metropolitan Convention and Visitors Bureau Board
Richmond Regional Competitiveness Committee
Richmond Regional Planning District Commission *
Virginia Capital Area Alcohol Safety Action Program Policy Advisory Board *
Virginia Capital Region Airport Commission
Virginia Community Colleges Board J. Sargent Reynolds Community College Board
- M O R E -
Federal Governmental Public Body (1) ______________________________________________
U.S. Federal Combined Sewer Overflow Partnership Board
Richmond City Council appoints members to the following Non-Government Organizations
Non-Governmental Organizations (5) _______________________________________________
J. Fulmer Bright Memorial Foundation Board
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Board
Maymont Foundation Board
Richmond Capital Area Agency on Aging
Richmond Capital Area Partnership Uplifting People
Appointment Process
The Richmond City Council appointment process for local or regional public government bodies or non-government organizations includes the following:
1. Application completed and submitted
2. Richmond City Council Standing Committing providing oversight over that entity/appointment reviews application and makes recommendation
3. Application recommendation is forwarded to Richmond City Council Organizational Standing Committing
4. Richmond City Council Organizational Standing Committing makes recommendation to appoint or not appoint
5. Richmond City Council Organizational Standing Committing has Richmond City Council Resolution for Appointment prepared for chosen appointment
6. Applicant is invited to attend Richmond City Council Formal Meeting where Council Resolution will be considered for official approval
7. Richmond City Council holds Formal Meeting, which includes a public hearing, and votes on Resolution of Appointment (applicant must be in attendance)
8. Applicants approved by Resolution of Appointment are sworn in
9. Member’s service begins
- E N D -
______________________________________
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.
Richmond City Council meetings to be held in April 2010
Richmond City Council holds an average of 12 official monthly public meetings to discuss, deliberate, and act on laws, finances and policy on behalf of our community. A function of its core mission as the governing body of Richmond, Richmond City Council is also responsible for establishing the annual Official Government Budget and meetings in April will include Budget Public Hearings and Work Sessions.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Richmond City Council meetings to be held in April 2010
Meetings in April include Budget Public Hearings and Work Sessions; All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Richmond City Council holds an average of 12 official monthly public meetings to discuss, deliberate, and act on laws, finances and policy on behalf of our community. A function of its core mission as the governing body of Richmond, Richmond City Council is also responsible for establishing the annual Official Government Budget and meetings in April will include Budget Public Hearings and Work Sessions.
Citizens are invited and encouraged to attend all Council meetings and to contact the Richmond Councilmember representing their voting district (by phone, in person, via email, at a meeting or by letter) to learn more, provide input, and/or ask questions.
Parking
Free parking is available during Formal Council meetings in the surface parking lot, located next to Richmond City Hall on East Broad Street, between 10th and 11th Streets.
Televised
Formal Council meetings are televised live on local PBS TV Station, WVCW and replayed daily at Noon and 7:00 p.m. on Richmond Government Access TV Channel 17.
The following is a summary of official Richmond City Council Official Public Meetings for April 2010. Meeting times and dates are subject to change and more meetings may be added.
CONTACT For updated meeting information and to sign -up to speak at Public Hearing, please call the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955.
APRIL 2010 MEETING SUMMARY _______________________________________
THURSDAY, APRIL 1, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council BUDGET WORK SESSION
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
MONDAY, April 5, 2010; 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Richmond City Council ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and updating laws and policy regarding Richmond City Council internal operations, Council offices and functions of Standing Committees, Boards and Commissions.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
Frequency Typically the first Monday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
MONDAY, APRIL 5, 2010; 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Richmond City Council - PUBLIC HEARING ON THE
FISCAL YEAR 2011 RICHMOND GOVERNMENT BUDGET
Richmond City Council will hold a Public Hearing on Mayor’s proposed Fiscal year 2011 Richmond Government Budget. Citizens are invited to sign-up to speak during the meeting and address the full body of Council by calling 804.646.7955. The deadline for sign-up is at noon the day of the Hearing.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
TUESDAY, APRIL 6, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council BUDGET WORK SESSION
To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
THURSDAY, APRIL 8, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council BUDGET WORK SESSION
To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
MONDAY, APRIL 12, 2010; 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Richmond City Council INFORMAL MEETING SESSION
Regularly scheduled meeting to prepare for the Formal meetings, which may include budget discussions.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
MONDAY, APRIL 12, 2010; 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council FORMAL MEETING SESSION
(PUBLIC HEARING on ADOPTION of 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate)
Regularly scheduled meeting that will include 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate Adoption/budget discussion/public business.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
TUESDAY, APRIL 13, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council BUDGET WORK SESSION
To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
TUESDAY, APRIL 13, 2010; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council PUBLIC SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding judiciary, law enforcement, fire and emergency response and prevention, ambulance services and emergency communications. Location recently changed from Council Chambers to Police Academy.
LOCATION Richmond Police Academy - 1202 W. Graham Road (Richmond’s Northside)
Frequency Typically the third Monday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
THURSDAY, APRIL 15, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council FINANCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding city fiscal operations, which includes the budgetary process, annual/biannual fiscal plan budgets, revenue and expenses and internal fiscal controls.
LOCATION Richmond Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
Frequency Typically the third Thursday of each month; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
THURSDAY, APRIL 15, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council BUDGET WORK SESSION
To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
TUESDAY, APRIL 20, 2010; 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council LAND USE, HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding real estate, housing, environmental issues, and public transportation.
LOCATION Richmond Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
Frequency Typically the Tuesday following the 3rd Monday of each month; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
TUESDAY, APRIL 20, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council BUDGET WORK SESSION
To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 21, 2010; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council HEALTH, HUMAN SERVICES AND EDUCATION STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding public mental and physical health, social services, recreation, and the public library. The Committee balances the primary role of the Richmond Public Schools Board regarding oversight of Richmond Public Schools against Council’s responsibility for appropriation of public funds.
LOCATION Richmond Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
Frequency Typically the third Wednesday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
THURSDAY, APRIL 22, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for the reviewing the general operations all city agencies, administrative departments, and units and for making recommendations, policy an laws for increasing operational efficiency as appropriate.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd fl; 900 E. Broad St., 2nd Floor, Conference Room
Frequency Typically the Fourth Thursday of each month; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
THURSDAY, APRIL 22, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council BUDGET WORK SESSION
To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
MONDAY, APRIL 26, 2010; 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Richmond City Council INFORMAL MEETING SESSION
Regularly scheduled meeting to prepare for the Formal meetings, which may include budget discussions.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
MONDAY, APRIL 26, 2010; 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council FORMAL MEETING SESSION – Will Include
PUBLIC HEARING on Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds
Regularly scheduled meeting that will include a public hearing on CDBG funds/other budget discussions/public business.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
TUESDAY, APRIL 27, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council BUDGET WORK SESSION
To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
THURSDAY, APRIL 29, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council BUDGET WORK SESSION
To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
______________________________________
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.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Richmond City Council meetings to be held in April 2010
Meetings in April include Budget Public Hearings and Work Sessions; All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Richmond City Council holds an average of 12 official monthly public meetings to discuss, deliberate, and act on laws, finances and policy on behalf of our community. A function of its core mission as the governing body of Richmond, Richmond City Council is also responsible for establishing the annual Official Government Budget and meetings in April will include Budget Public Hearings and Work Sessions.
Citizens are invited and encouraged to attend all Council meetings and to contact the Richmond Councilmember representing their voting district (by phone, in person, via email, at a meeting or by letter) to learn more, provide input, and/or ask questions.
Parking
Free parking is available during Formal Council meetings in the surface parking lot, located next to Richmond City Hall on East Broad Street, between 10th and 11th Streets.
Televised
Formal Council meetings are televised live on local PBS TV Station, WVCW and replayed daily at Noon and 7:00 p.m. on Richmond Government Access TV Channel 17.
The following is a summary of official Richmond City Council Official Public Meetings for April 2010. Meeting times and dates are subject to change and more meetings may be added.
CONTACT For updated meeting information and to sign -up to speak at Public Hearing, please call the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955.
APRIL 2010 MEETING SUMMARY _______________________________________
THURSDAY, APRIL 1, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council BUDGET WORK SESSION
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
MONDAY, April 5, 2010; 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Richmond City Council ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and updating laws and policy regarding Richmond City Council internal operations, Council offices and functions of Standing Committees, Boards and Commissions.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
Frequency Typically the first Monday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
MONDAY, APRIL 5, 2010; 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Richmond City Council - PUBLIC HEARING ON THE
FISCAL YEAR 2011 RICHMOND GOVERNMENT BUDGET
Richmond City Council will hold a Public Hearing on Mayor’s proposed Fiscal year 2011 Richmond Government Budget. Citizens are invited to sign-up to speak during the meeting and address the full body of Council by calling 804.646.7955. The deadline for sign-up is at noon the day of the Hearing.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
TUESDAY, APRIL 6, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council BUDGET WORK SESSION
To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
THURSDAY, APRIL 8, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council BUDGET WORK SESSION
To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
MONDAY, APRIL 12, 2010; 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Richmond City Council INFORMAL MEETING SESSION
Regularly scheduled meeting to prepare for the Formal meetings, which may include budget discussions.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
MONDAY, APRIL 12, 2010; 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council FORMAL MEETING SESSION
(PUBLIC HEARING on ADOPTION of 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate)
Regularly scheduled meeting that will include 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate Adoption/budget discussion/public business.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
TUESDAY, APRIL 13, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council BUDGET WORK SESSION
To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
TUESDAY, APRIL 13, 2010; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council PUBLIC SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding judiciary, law enforcement, fire and emergency response and prevention, ambulance services and emergency communications. Location recently changed from Council Chambers to Police Academy.
LOCATION Richmond Police Academy - 1202 W. Graham Road (Richmond’s Northside)
Frequency Typically the third Monday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
THURSDAY, APRIL 15, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council FINANCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding city fiscal operations, which includes the budgetary process, annual/biannual fiscal plan budgets, revenue and expenses and internal fiscal controls.
LOCATION Richmond Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
Frequency Typically the third Thursday of each month; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
THURSDAY, APRIL 15, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council BUDGET WORK SESSION
To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
TUESDAY, APRIL 20, 2010; 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council LAND USE, HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding real estate, housing, environmental issues, and public transportation.
LOCATION Richmond Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
Frequency Typically the Tuesday following the 3rd Monday of each month; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
TUESDAY, APRIL 20, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council BUDGET WORK SESSION
To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 21, 2010; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council HEALTH, HUMAN SERVICES AND EDUCATION STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding public mental and physical health, social services, recreation, and the public library. The Committee balances the primary role of the Richmond Public Schools Board regarding oversight of Richmond Public Schools against Council’s responsibility for appropriation of public funds.
LOCATION Richmond Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
Frequency Typically the third Wednesday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
THURSDAY, APRIL 22, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for the reviewing the general operations all city agencies, administrative departments, and units and for making recommendations, policy an laws for increasing operational efficiency as appropriate.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd fl; 900 E. Broad St., 2nd Floor, Conference Room
Frequency Typically the Fourth Thursday of each month; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
THURSDAY, APRIL 22, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council BUDGET WORK SESSION
To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
MONDAY, APRIL 26, 2010; 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Richmond City Council INFORMAL MEETING SESSION
Regularly scheduled meeting to prepare for the Formal meetings, which may include budget discussions.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
MONDAY, APRIL 26, 2010; 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council FORMAL MEETING SESSION – Will Include
PUBLIC HEARING on Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds
Regularly scheduled meeting that will include a public hearing on CDBG funds/other budget discussions/public business.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
TUESDAY, APRIL 27, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council BUDGET WORK SESSION
To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
THURSDAY, APRIL 29, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council BUDGET WORK SESSION
To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
______________________________________
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 25, 2010
Councilwoman Reva Trammell to attend CEPHAS Industries Groundbreaking for new facility in Southside Richmond
$3.5 million biomass manufacturing/recycling facility made possible through U.S. American Recovery and Reinvestment Act: 50-75 new green jobs expected
WHAT Councilwoman Reva M. Trammell, Richmond City Council Southside 8th District, will attend the groundbreaking ceremony of CEPHAS Industries as they begin construction on a new biomass manufacturing/recycling facility. The $3.5 million project is supported with federal U.S. American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funding. The facility will expand the company’s recycling and biomass manufacturing abilities and is targeted to create 50-75 green jobs. The 33,000 square foot venture is scheduled to be completed and operational by late March, 2011.
WHEN Friday, April 2, 2010
10:00-11:00 a.m.
WHERE CEPHAS Industries Headquarters
3413 Formex Road, Richmond, Virginia 23224
WHO The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Southside 8th District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilwoman Trammell, at 804-240-5050 (mobile tel); or, 233-7382 (H)
or
Morris Cephas, President & CEO, CEPHAS Industries, at 804-231-3200 or Rich Savage, Media Directions, at 804-644-8010 or 399-7655 (mobile)
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WHAT Councilwoman Reva M. Trammell, Richmond City Council Southside 8th District, will attend the groundbreaking ceremony of CEPHAS Industries as they begin construction on a new biomass manufacturing/recycling facility. The $3.5 million project is supported with federal U.S. American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funding. The facility will expand the company’s recycling and biomass manufacturing abilities and is targeted to create 50-75 green jobs. The 33,000 square foot venture is scheduled to be completed and operational by late March, 2011.
WHEN Friday, April 2, 2010
10:00-11:00 a.m.
WHERE CEPHAS Industries Headquarters
3413 Formex Road, Richmond, Virginia 23224
WHO The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Southside 8th District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilwoman Trammell, at 804-240-5050 (mobile tel); or, 233-7382 (H)
or
Morris Cephas, President & CEO, CEPHAS Industries, at 804-231-3200 or Rich Savage, Media Directions, at 804-644-8010 or 399-7655 (mobile)
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Citizens invited to sign-up to speak during Richmond City Council Public Hearing on FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget
Citizens invited to sign-up to speak during Richmond City Council Public Hearing on FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget
Free parking; Meeting to be televised
WHAT Richmond City Council will hold a Public Hearing on Mayor’s proposed
Fiscal year 2011 Richmond Government Budget. Citizens are invited to sign-up to speak during the meeting and address the full body of Council by calling 804.646.7955. Parking is free and the meeting will be
televised on local PBS TV Station, WVCW.
WHEN Monday, April 5, 2010
6:00-9:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor;
900 E. Broad Street
CONTACT For signing-up to speak at Public Hearing, please call 804.646.7955.
For other meeting information, please call Steve Skinner, 804.646.6052 (tel); or 804.937.1386 (mobile); steven.skinner@richmondgov.com
BACKGROUND ____________________________________________________________________
A function of its core mission as the governing body of Richmond, Richmond City Council is responsible for establishing the annual Richmond Official Government Budget. Richmond Citizens are invited and encouraged to attend all Council meetings and budget work sessions (mid-March through late May, listed below) and are encouraged to contact the Richmond Councilmember representing their voting district (by phone, in person, via email, at a meeting or by letter) to learn more, provide input, and/or ask questions.
BUDGET PROCESS AND FULL MEETING SCHEDULE __________________________________
2010 Richmond City Council
RICHMOND OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT BUDGET/TAX RATE PROCESS
For FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget and 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate
_______________________________________________________________________________________
As Richmond Citizens, we pool our resources to own and operate our 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; firefighting/rescue; trash/sewage removal; laws, police/courts; public transportation; and, public education. Together, we own, operate, use and benefit from these services every day.
Richmond Government operates on a two-year (biennial) fiscal plan (budget) and is currently working under the second year of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2010/2011 Richmond Official Government Budget. The Budget is typically amended in the second year, before the beginning of the upcoming fiscal year, which runs from July 1 to June 30 annually. Council sets a Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate by April 15 each year.
As part of this process the Mayor submits a proposed budget draft to Council. Council reviews this draft and prepares the Richmond Official Government Budget.
Council’s budget process is managed by the Richmond City Council Finance Standing Committee (RCCFSC) . Members of the 2010 RCCFSC include: Chairman Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Gateway 6th District; Vice Chairman Charles R. Samuels, North Central 2nd District, and Councilman Bruce W. Tyler, West End 1st District.
Council's budget review and deliberations span three months, mid-March through May, during two dozen public meetings/special work sessions, which includes adopting a Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate and the Richmond Official Government Budget for the upcoming Fiscal Year (FY).
The Richmond City Government Budget includes the City General Fund, Capital Improvement Plan, Special Funds, Enterprise Funds, Internal Service Funds, Richmond Public Schools. The City’s two-year fiscal plan (Budget) is amended every year.
Richmond citizens are encouraged to attend all Council meetings and budget work sessions and invited to contact their Councilmember and publicly address Council during scheduled Public Hearings.
The final budget takes the form of Council Ordinances, which, when approved by Council become law. These Ordinances will be available from the Richmond City Council website, at www.council.richmondva.gov. Copies will also be available for review in the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, Richmond City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200.
The following are tentatively scheduled dates that will include Budget discussions or action. This schedule is subject to changes and updates. For the latest times and locations, please call 804.646.7955.
Richmond City Council
FY 2011 Richmond Official Government Budget
and Real Estate Tax Meetings
All meetings held in Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
MARCH
Monday, March 8, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting - Regularly scheduled meeting to prepare for the Formal meetings, which may include budget discussions.
Monday, March 8, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting (Possible 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rates Introduced)
Regularly scheduled meeting that will include introduction of possible Richmond Real Estate Tax Rates, Public and other budget discussion/public business. Each year a number of different real estate tax rates are introduced as possibilities, which include some lower and some higher. If no new tax rate is adopted, it remains the same. The tax rate applies to the previous year’s real estate tax assessment.
Monday, March 22, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting (Proposed/Draft FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget Submitted to Council) - Regularly scheduled meeting that will include official submission of the Mayor’s proposed FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget and may include budget discussions. Informal meetings are held to prepare for Formal meetings. Note: On February 22, 2010, Richmond City Council (Ordinance # 2010-34-40) extended deadline for Mayor to submit a proposed budget; from March 6 to March 22 at 3:00 p.m.
Monday, March 22, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting (Proposed/Draft FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget Presented to Council) - Regularly scheduled meeting that will include Mayor’s presentation of proposed FY 2011 Budget/other budget discussion/business.
Tuesday, March 30, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session - Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
APRIL
Thursday, April 1, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session - Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Monday, April 5, 2010; 6:00-9:00 p.m.
COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING ON THE FY 2011 RICHMOND OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT BUDGET
Residents interested in signing-up to speak at the Public Hearing are to call 804.646.7955
Tuesday, April 6, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session - To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Thursday, April 8, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session - To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Monday, April 12, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting - Regularly scheduled meeting to prepare for the Formal meetings, which may include budget discussions.
Monday, April 12, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting (PUBLIC HEARING on ADOPTION of 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate) - Regularly scheduled meeting that will include 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate Adoption/budget discussion/public business.
Tuesday, April 13, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session - To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Thursday, April 15, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session - To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session - To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Thursday, April 22, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session - To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Monday, April 26, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting - Regularly scheduled meeting to prepare for the Formal meetings, which may include budget discussions.
Monday, April 26, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting (PUBLIC HEARING on Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds) - Regularly scheduled meeting that will include a public hearing on CDBG funds/other budget discussions/public business.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session - To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Thursday, April 29, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session - To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
MAY
Monday, May 3, 2010 - 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Council Organizational Development Standing Committee Meeting (Council Reviews Amended Budget) - Regularly scheduled meeting that May include a Public Hearing on Proposed FY 2011 Budget/budget discussions.
Monday, May 10, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting - Regularly scheduled meeting to prepare for the Formal meetings, which may include budget discussions.
Monday, May 10, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting (Approval of Community Development Block Grant funds Introduction of proposed FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget Amendments) - Regularly scheduled meeting that will include the approval of Community Development Block Grant funds; the introduction of Council’s Amended FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget; and, other budget discussion/public business.
Monday, May 24, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting - Regularly scheduled meeting to prepare for the Formal meetings, which may include budget discussions.
Monday, May 24, 2010 - 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting (Council Official Adoption of FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget) - Regularly scheduled meeting that will include the Official Adoption of the FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget/other public business.
BACKGROUND ON RICHMOND REAL ESTATE TAX ASSESSMENTS ________________________
We as citizens have determined that a fair way to help pay for our local citizen government 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. The current Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate is $1.20 per $100 of assessed real estate property value.
Our real estate tax is the largest single funding source we use to pay for our public services. There are approximately 73,000 real estate properties in Richmond and, to help ensure fairness, Virginia State Law requires that Richmond perform annual real estate assessments to determine fair market value.
Real estate owners contribute their share annually, based on the value of their real estate and the tax rate by June 15. For example, if a person owns $100,000 in real estate and the tax rate is $1.20 per $100 of assessed real estate property value; their share is $1,200 for that year.
Parking ___________________________________________________________________________
Public Transportation, via GRTC, and street parking around/in the vicinity of Richmond City Hall is available. Free lot parking is available in the surface parking lot, located next to Richmond City Hall on East Broad Street, between 10th and 11th Streets. Public access to the lot is accessible from the entrance on the10th Street side, near the north-east corner of Broad and 10th Streets. The lot is owned by Virginia Commonwealth University, which has partnered with the City to provide the free spaces. The lot will be staffed with a parking attendant, who assist entry into the lot and provide parking directions. Exits from the parking lot are located at 10th and 11th Streets.
Residents are to be aware that neither Virginia Commonwealth University nor the city of Richmond are responsible for vehicles parked in the lot and that vehicles left in the lot after the conclusion of a Richmond City Council Formal Meeting Session will be towed at the owner’s expense.
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Free parking; Meeting to be televised
WHAT Richmond City Council will hold a Public Hearing on Mayor’s proposed
Fiscal year 2011 Richmond Government Budget. Citizens are invited to sign-up to speak during the meeting and address the full body of Council by calling 804.646.7955. Parking is free and the meeting will be
televised on local PBS TV Station, WVCW.
WHEN Monday, April 5, 2010
6:00-9:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor;
900 E. Broad Street
CONTACT For signing-up to speak at Public Hearing, please call 804.646.7955.
For other meeting information, please call Steve Skinner, 804.646.6052 (tel); or 804.937.1386 (mobile); steven.skinner@richmondgov.com
BACKGROUND ____________________________________________________________________
A function of its core mission as the governing body of Richmond, Richmond City Council is responsible for establishing the annual Richmond Official Government Budget. Richmond Citizens are invited and encouraged to attend all Council meetings and budget work sessions (mid-March through late May, listed below) and are encouraged to contact the Richmond Councilmember representing their voting district (by phone, in person, via email, at a meeting or by letter) to learn more, provide input, and/or ask questions.
BUDGET PROCESS AND FULL MEETING SCHEDULE __________________________________
2010 Richmond City Council
RICHMOND OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT BUDGET/TAX RATE PROCESS
For FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget and 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate
_______________________________________________________________________________________
As Richmond Citizens, we pool our resources to own and operate our 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; firefighting/rescue; trash/sewage removal; laws, police/courts; public transportation; and, public education. Together, we own, operate, use and benefit from these services every day.
Richmond Government operates on a two-year (biennial) fiscal plan (budget) and is currently working under the second year of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2010/2011 Richmond Official Government Budget. The Budget is typically amended in the second year, before the beginning of the upcoming fiscal year, which runs from July 1 to June 30 annually. Council sets a Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate by April 15 each year.
As part of this process the Mayor submits a proposed budget draft to Council. Council reviews this draft and prepares the Richmond Official Government Budget.
Council’s budget process is managed by the Richmond City Council Finance Standing Committee (RCCFSC) . Members of the 2010 RCCFSC include: Chairman Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Gateway 6th District; Vice Chairman Charles R. Samuels, North Central 2nd District, and Councilman Bruce W. Tyler, West End 1st District.
Council's budget review and deliberations span three months, mid-March through May, during two dozen public meetings/special work sessions, which includes adopting a Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate and the Richmond Official Government Budget for the upcoming Fiscal Year (FY).
The Richmond City Government Budget includes the City General Fund, Capital Improvement Plan, Special Funds, Enterprise Funds, Internal Service Funds, Richmond Public Schools. The City’s two-year fiscal plan (Budget) is amended every year.
Richmond citizens are encouraged to attend all Council meetings and budget work sessions and invited to contact their Councilmember and publicly address Council during scheduled Public Hearings.
The final budget takes the form of Council Ordinances, which, when approved by Council become law. These Ordinances will be available from the Richmond City Council website, at www.council.richmondva.gov. Copies will also be available for review in the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, Richmond City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200.
The following are tentatively scheduled dates that will include Budget discussions or action. This schedule is subject to changes and updates. For the latest times and locations, please call 804.646.7955.
Richmond City Council
FY 2011 Richmond Official Government Budget
and Real Estate Tax Meetings
All meetings held in Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
MARCH
Monday, March 8, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting - Regularly scheduled meeting to prepare for the Formal meetings, which may include budget discussions.
Monday, March 8, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting (Possible 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rates Introduced)
Regularly scheduled meeting that will include introduction of possible Richmond Real Estate Tax Rates, Public and other budget discussion/public business. Each year a number of different real estate tax rates are introduced as possibilities, which include some lower and some higher. If no new tax rate is adopted, it remains the same. The tax rate applies to the previous year’s real estate tax assessment.
Monday, March 22, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting (Proposed/Draft FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget Submitted to Council) - Regularly scheduled meeting that will include official submission of the Mayor’s proposed FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget and may include budget discussions. Informal meetings are held to prepare for Formal meetings. Note: On February 22, 2010, Richmond City Council (Ordinance # 2010-34-40) extended deadline for Mayor to submit a proposed budget; from March 6 to March 22 at 3:00 p.m.
Monday, March 22, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting (Proposed/Draft FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget Presented to Council) - Regularly scheduled meeting that will include Mayor’s presentation of proposed FY 2011 Budget/other budget discussion/business.
Tuesday, March 30, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session - Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
APRIL
Thursday, April 1, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session - Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Monday, April 5, 2010; 6:00-9:00 p.m.
COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING ON THE FY 2011 RICHMOND OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT BUDGET
Residents interested in signing-up to speak at the Public Hearing are to call 804.646.7955
Tuesday, April 6, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session - To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Thursday, April 8, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session - To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Monday, April 12, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting - Regularly scheduled meeting to prepare for the Formal meetings, which may include budget discussions.
Monday, April 12, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting (PUBLIC HEARING on ADOPTION of 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate) - Regularly scheduled meeting that will include 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate Adoption/budget discussion/public business.
Tuesday, April 13, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session - To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Thursday, April 15, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session - To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session - To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Thursday, April 22, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session - To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Monday, April 26, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting - Regularly scheduled meeting to prepare for the Formal meetings, which may include budget discussions.
Monday, April 26, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting (PUBLIC HEARING on Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds) - Regularly scheduled meeting that will include a public hearing on CDBG funds/other budget discussions/public business.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session - To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Thursday, April 29, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session - To hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
MAY
Monday, May 3, 2010 - 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Council Organizational Development Standing Committee Meeting (Council Reviews Amended Budget) - Regularly scheduled meeting that May include a Public Hearing on Proposed FY 2011 Budget/budget discussions.
Monday, May 10, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting - Regularly scheduled meeting to prepare for the Formal meetings, which may include budget discussions.
Monday, May 10, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting (Approval of Community Development Block Grant funds Introduction of proposed FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget Amendments) - Regularly scheduled meeting that will include the approval of Community Development Block Grant funds; the introduction of Council’s Amended FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget; and, other budget discussion/public business.
Monday, May 24, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting - Regularly scheduled meeting to prepare for the Formal meetings, which may include budget discussions.
Monday, May 24, 2010 - 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting (Council Official Adoption of FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget) - Regularly scheduled meeting that will include the Official Adoption of the FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget/other public business.
BACKGROUND ON RICHMOND REAL ESTATE TAX ASSESSMENTS ________________________
We as citizens have determined that a fair way to help pay for our local citizen government 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. The current Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate is $1.20 per $100 of assessed real estate property value.
Our real estate tax is the largest single funding source we use to pay for our public services. There are approximately 73,000 real estate properties in Richmond and, to help ensure fairness, Virginia State Law requires that Richmond perform annual real estate assessments to determine fair market value.
Real estate owners contribute their share annually, based on the value of their real estate and the tax rate by June 15. For example, if a person owns $100,000 in real estate and the tax rate is $1.20 per $100 of assessed real estate property value; their share is $1,200 for that year.
Parking ___________________________________________________________________________
Public Transportation, via GRTC, and street parking around/in the vicinity of Richmond City Hall is available. Free lot parking is available in the surface parking lot, located next to Richmond City Hall on East Broad Street, between 10th and 11th Streets. Public access to the lot is accessible from the entrance on the10th Street side, near the north-east corner of Broad and 10th Streets. The lot is owned by Virginia Commonwealth University, which has partnered with the City to provide the free spaces. The lot will be staffed with a parking attendant, who assist entry into the lot and provide parking directions. Exits from the parking lot are located at 10th and 11th Streets.
Residents are to be aware that neither Virginia Commonwealth University nor the city of Richmond are responsible for vehicles parked in the lot and that vehicles left in the lot after the conclusion of a Richmond City Council Formal Meeting Session will be towed at the owner’s expense.
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Cancelation: Richmond City Council Architectural Review Commission Taskforce meeting
Cancelation: Richmond City Council Architectural Review Commission Taskforce meeting
Meeting not to be held
WHAT The previously scheduled Richmond City Council Architectural Review Commission Taskforce will not hold their upcoming scheduled meeting.
WHEN Canceled Thursday, 1 April 2010
4:00-5:30 p.m.
Location Richmond Fire Department Administration Building
201 East Franklin Street, Richmond, Virginia
`______________________________________________________________________
CONTACT For more information, please contact Daisy E. Weaver, Richmond City Council Chief of Staff, 804.646.5921 or daisy.weaver@richmondgov.com
BACKGROUND
The Richmond City Council Commission of Architectural Review (CAR) Taskforce was established by Richmond City Council Resolution 2009-R85-97 on July 13, 2009 to review the process and guidelines of the Richmond Commission of Architectural Review, which is tasked with providing oversight and review regarding the erection, reconstruction, alteration or restoration of buildings or structures within designated Richmond Historic Districts as to their architectural compatibility with existing historic landmarks, buildings or structures in that district.
Meeting not to be held
WHAT The previously scheduled Richmond City Council Architectural Review Commission Taskforce will not hold their upcoming scheduled meeting.
WHEN Canceled Thursday, 1 April 2010
4:00-5:30 p.m.
Location Richmond Fire Department Administration Building
201 East Franklin Street, Richmond, Virginia
`______________________________________________________________________
CONTACT For more information, please contact Daisy E. Weaver, Richmond City Council Chief of Staff, 804.646.5921 or daisy.weaver@richmondgov.com
BACKGROUND
The Richmond City Council Commission of Architectural Review (CAR) Taskforce was established by Richmond City Council Resolution 2009-R85-97 on July 13, 2009 to review the process and guidelines of the Richmond Commission of Architectural Review, which is tasked with providing oversight and review regarding the erection, reconstruction, alteration or restoration of buildings or structures within designated Richmond Historic Districts as to their architectural compatibility with existing historic landmarks, buildings or structures in that district.
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Councilwoman Cynthia I. Newbille to hold meeting in East End 7th District
Richmond City Councilwoman Cynthia I. Newbille, East End 7th District will hold a meeting in Richmond’s East End 7th District. Councilwoman Newbille holds individual meetings in Richmond’s East End 7th District that include information on her goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda; and, special guests. The meetings are free and all East End 7th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. Light refreshments will be served. The agenda and included guests for this meeting include:
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wednesday, 24 March 2010
Councilwoman Cynthia I. Newbille to hold meeting in East End 7th District
Entire East End 7th District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT
Richmond City Councilwoman Cynthia I. Newbille, East End 7th District will hold a meeting in Richmond’s East End 7th District. Councilwoman Newbille holds individual meetings in Richmond’s East End 7th District that include information on her goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda; and, special guests. The meetings are free and all East End 7th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. Light refreshments will be served. The agenda and included guests for this meeting include:
AGENDA ____________________________________________________________
• Impact of the 2010 Virginia State Budget
The Honorable Delores L. McQuinn, Delegate, Virginia House of Delegates – 70th District
• Richmond City Council Fiscal Year 2011 Richmond Official Government
Budget Overview
• 2010 Richmond Annual Real Estate Assessment Process
James D. Hester, CAE, RES, MAI, SRA, Richmond City Assessor
Richmond City Council Office of the Assessor of Real Estate
• Richmond’s Stormwater Utility Program Update
Christopher Beschler, Richmond Deputy Chief Administrative Officer/Director of Richmond Department of Public Utilities
Discussed for nearly 10 years, and presented before the public in numerous public events, the Richmond Department of Public Utilities Stormwater Management Utility Program was approved by Richmond City Council in the spring of 2009. It will target local flooding problems and include preventive maintenance, repair and improvements to the City’s storm drain system. Funding for the new Stormwater Management Utility Program comes from an annual user fee that will apply to all developed properties in Richmond and include homes, businesses and nonprofits.
WHEN Saturday, 27 March 2010
10:00 a.m. – Noon
WHERE Peter Paul Development Center
1708 North 22nd Street (In Richmond’s Historic East End)
WHO The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council East End 7th District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Sam Patterson, 804.646.3012; or sam.patterson@richmondgov.com
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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.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wednesday, 24 March 2010
Councilwoman Cynthia I. Newbille to hold meeting in East End 7th District
Entire East End 7th District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT
Richmond City Councilwoman Cynthia I. Newbille, East End 7th District will hold a meeting in Richmond’s East End 7th District. Councilwoman Newbille holds individual meetings in Richmond’s East End 7th District that include information on her goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda; and, special guests. The meetings are free and all East End 7th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. Light refreshments will be served. The agenda and included guests for this meeting include:
AGENDA ____________________________________________________________
• Impact of the 2010 Virginia State Budget
The Honorable Delores L. McQuinn, Delegate, Virginia House of Delegates – 70th District
• Richmond City Council Fiscal Year 2011 Richmond Official Government
Budget Overview
• 2010 Richmond Annual Real Estate Assessment Process
James D. Hester, CAE, RES, MAI, SRA, Richmond City Assessor
Richmond City Council Office of the Assessor of Real Estate
• Richmond’s Stormwater Utility Program Update
Christopher Beschler, Richmond Deputy Chief Administrative Officer/Director of Richmond Department of Public Utilities
Discussed for nearly 10 years, and presented before the public in numerous public events, the Richmond Department of Public Utilities Stormwater Management Utility Program was approved by Richmond City Council in the spring of 2009. It will target local flooding problems and include preventive maintenance, repair and improvements to the City’s storm drain system. Funding for the new Stormwater Management Utility Program comes from an annual user fee that will apply to all developed properties in Richmond and include homes, businesses and nonprofits.
WHEN Saturday, 27 March 2010
10:00 a.m. – Noon
WHERE Peter Paul Development Center
1708 North 22nd Street (In Richmond’s Historic East End)
WHO The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council East End 7th District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Sam Patterson, 804.646.3012; or sam.patterson@richmondgov.com
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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.
Friday, March 19, 2010
Councilman Bruce Tyler to hold meeting regarding future of the former site of Richmond Community High School: Now know as the Westhampton School Site
Richmond City Councilman Bruce W. Tyler, West End 1st District, Richmond City Council, will hold a meeting in the West End 1st District to discuss the future use and development of the former site of Richmond Public Schools Richmond Community High School, which is now known as the Westhampton School site, located at 5800 Patterson Avenue in Richmond.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Friday, 19 March 2010
Councilman Bruce Tyler to hold meeting regarding future of the former site of Richmond Community High School: Now know as the Westhampton School Site
Community invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Richmond City Councilman Bruce W. Tyler, West End 1st District, Richmond City Council, will hold a meeting in the West End 1st District to discuss the future use and development of the former site of Richmond Public Schools Richmond Community High School, which is now known as the Westhampton School site, located at 5800 Patterson Avenue in Richmond.
Vacant and not functioning as a school as of the 2009/10 school year, the property was transferred to the City of Richmond by Richmond Public Schools. The site, including the former Colonial Revival style school building, is 6.6 acres. The original school building was built around 1917.
The community is invited and encouraged to attend and refreshments will be provided
WHEN Saturday, 20 March 2010
9:00-10:30 a.m.
WHERE Richmond Public Schools - Mary Munford Elementary School
211 Westmoreland Street (Between Cary Street and Grove Avenue in Richmond’s West End)
WHO The Honorable Bruce W. Tyler, Councilman
West End 1st District, Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilman Bruce Tyler, at 804.357.6007; or bruce.tyler@richmondgov.com; or, Jennifer Walle, at 363.3442/jennifer.walle@richmondgov.com.
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RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Friday, 19 March 2010
Councilman Bruce Tyler to hold meeting regarding future of the former site of Richmond Community High School: Now know as the Westhampton School Site
Community invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Richmond City Councilman Bruce W. Tyler, West End 1st District, Richmond City Council, will hold a meeting in the West End 1st District to discuss the future use and development of the former site of Richmond Public Schools Richmond Community High School, which is now known as the Westhampton School site, located at 5800 Patterson Avenue in Richmond.
Vacant and not functioning as a school as of the 2009/10 school year, the property was transferred to the City of Richmond by Richmond Public Schools. The site, including the former Colonial Revival style school building, is 6.6 acres. The original school building was built around 1917.
The community is invited and encouraged to attend and refreshments will be provided
WHEN Saturday, 20 March 2010
9:00-10:30 a.m.
WHERE Richmond Public Schools - Mary Munford Elementary School
211 Westmoreland Street (Between Cary Street and Grove Avenue in Richmond’s West End)
WHO The Honorable Bruce W. Tyler, Councilman
West End 1st District, Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilman Bruce Tyler, at 804.357.6007; or bruce.tyler@richmondgov.com; or, Jennifer Walle, at 363.3442/jennifer.walle@richmondgov.com.
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Thursday, March 18, 2010
Councilmembers Robertson and Hilbert: Cannon Creek Greenway 2nd Annual Community Cleanup to be held
A Cannon Creek Greenway 2nd Annual Community Cleanup will be held to
further remove unwanted trash and debris from the Cannon Creek Greenway,
which is a 1.4 mile area that includes the heavily-wooded ravine
located adjacent to a section of the north-south Richmond-Henrico
Turnpike between Valley Road on the south and Craigie Avenue on the
north in Northside Richmond. A Media Walk-Through with key individuals
is also scheduled.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
SPECIAL MEDIA WALK-THROUGH SCHEDULED
CAMERA OPPORTUNITY
For Immediate Release
Monday, 15 March 2010
Councilmembers Robertson and Hilbert: Cannon Creek Greenway 2nd Annual Community Cleanup to be held
Special Media Walk-Through and Q&A with Key Individuals also scheduled: Entire Richmond community invited and encouraged to volunteer
WHAT A Cannon Creek Greenway 2nd Annual Community Cleanup will be held to further remove unwanted trash and debris from the Cannon Creek Greenway, which is a 1.4 mile area that includes the heavily-wooded ravine located adjacent to a section of the north-south Richmond-Henrico Turnpike between Valley Road on the south and Craigie Avenue on the north in Northside Richmond. A Media Walk-Through with key individuals is also scheduled.
This cleanup is expected to complete the removal of the trash in preparation for beginning the construction of the Greenway’s featured bike/pedestrian trail and family-oriented park facilities. It is envisioned that this project will help in increasing the social, economic, and physical revitalization of Northside Richmond.
The Cannon Creek Greenway Project is a community improvement initiative is supported by Richmond City Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson, Gateway 6th District, Councilman Chris Hilbert, Northside 3rd District, Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities, Southern Barton Heights Community Association, Virginia Chapter Sierra Club, Richmond Department of Public Works, Richmond Public Schools, Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay, Green Park Civic Association, Highland View Civic Association, Chestnut Hill Action Team, TNT Prosperous Real Estate, Inc., and Battery Park Civic Association.
Last year, more than 200 volunteers removed 20 tons of trash, which included 400 tires from the area that has been used at times as an illegal dump site.
All individuals, community groups, businesses, families, friends, neighbors, and organizations are invited to participate. Volunteers are reminded to please wear layered clothing, sturdy shoes and work gloves. Trash bags and refreshments will be provided free.
WHEN Saturday, March 20, 2010: 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Meet-up in morning is at 8:30 a.m.
MEDIA WALK THROUGH AND Q/A with Key Individuals: 10:00 A.M.
WHERE Volunteers are to meet at the Virginia Army National Guard Armory
500 Dove Street (Intersection of Dove Street/Richmond-Henrico Turnpike)
CONTACT For more information and for signups, please call 804.358.0256.
BACKGROUND
In addition to the park and recreational features that the Greenway’s bike/ped trail and family-oriented park facilities will afford to the existing neighborhoods adjacent to it, the Greenway will serve as a scenic park and recreational area for the 400 unit, mixed income housing revitalization initiative of the Richmond Rehabilitative Housing Authority (RRHA) that will be built nearby. Construction of the RRHA housing revitalization initiative will begin in the near future.
The Cannon Creek Greenway Project may also be linked to the United States of America East Coast Greenway, which is being built in sections from Main to Florida, and to the Virginia Capital Trail, which would link Richmond to Williamsburg and Jamestown.
The sidewalk and street intersections of the Greenway’s bicycle and pedestrian trial will connect the Northside’s business and commercial corridor along E. Brookland Park Boulevard residential neighborhoods, churches, schools, and community centers for ease of access by bicycling or walking. It will also provide an alternative transportation route for bicycle commuting from the residential neighborhoods of Highland Park and Barton Height to the City’s downtown. In addition to its use for family-oriented, recreational activities, the Greenway will also serve as an outdoor environmental laboratory for the science classes of nearby schools.
On December 1, 2009, the City of Richmond submitted an “Innovative Readiness Training Request for Military Assistance” through the Virginia Governor’s Office and the Virginia Adjutant General to the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense, Reserve Affairs. As a training function of the Guard Unit, the construction of the Cannon Creek Greenway’s bike/pedestrian trail and park features by the 276th Battalion of the Virginia
Army National Guard was requested. It is expected that the results of this request for assistance will be received by the City in the near future.
The features of the Greenway have been planned over the past three years in a series of community meetings and workshops that have included neighborhood civic associations, elected Councilmembers, residents of the Highland Park and Barton Heights communities, Richmond Department of Parks and Recreation, Richmond Department of Community Development, Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority (RRHA), and several environmental and recreation organizations. A culminating stakeholders’ Planning “Charrette” to reach consensus on the features of the Cannon Creek Greenway was conducted in October, 2009, by faculty and students of the Virginia Tech Landscape Architectural Program. The City has completed an environmental study of the Greenway site and is currently conducting an engineering study of the Greenway area and a study of the proposed alternative routes of the Greenway’s bike and pedestrian trail are being completed by a City of Richmond engineering consultant contractors.
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RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
SPECIAL MEDIA WALK-THROUGH SCHEDULED
CAMERA OPPORTUNITY
For Immediate Release
Monday, 15 March 2010
Councilmembers Robertson and Hilbert: Cannon Creek Greenway 2nd Annual Community Cleanup to be held
Special Media Walk-Through and Q&A with Key Individuals also scheduled: Entire Richmond community invited and encouraged to volunteer
WHAT A Cannon Creek Greenway 2nd Annual Community Cleanup will be held to further remove unwanted trash and debris from the Cannon Creek Greenway, which is a 1.4 mile area that includes the heavily-wooded ravine located adjacent to a section of the north-south Richmond-Henrico Turnpike between Valley Road on the south and Craigie Avenue on the north in Northside Richmond. A Media Walk-Through with key individuals is also scheduled.
This cleanup is expected to complete the removal of the trash in preparation for beginning the construction of the Greenway’s featured bike/pedestrian trail and family-oriented park facilities. It is envisioned that this project will help in increasing the social, economic, and physical revitalization of Northside Richmond.
The Cannon Creek Greenway Project is a community improvement initiative is supported by Richmond City Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson, Gateway 6th District, Councilman Chris Hilbert, Northside 3rd District, Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities, Southern Barton Heights Community Association, Virginia Chapter Sierra Club, Richmond Department of Public Works, Richmond Public Schools, Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay, Green Park Civic Association, Highland View Civic Association, Chestnut Hill Action Team, TNT Prosperous Real Estate, Inc., and Battery Park Civic Association.
Last year, more than 200 volunteers removed 20 tons of trash, which included 400 tires from the area that has been used at times as an illegal dump site.
All individuals, community groups, businesses, families, friends, neighbors, and organizations are invited to participate. Volunteers are reminded to please wear layered clothing, sturdy shoes and work gloves. Trash bags and refreshments will be provided free.
WHEN Saturday, March 20, 2010: 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Meet-up in morning is at 8:30 a.m.
MEDIA WALK THROUGH AND Q/A with Key Individuals: 10:00 A.M.
WHERE Volunteers are to meet at the Virginia Army National Guard Armory
500 Dove Street (Intersection of Dove Street/Richmond-Henrico Turnpike)
CONTACT For more information and for signups, please call 804.358.0256.
BACKGROUND
In addition to the park and recreational features that the Greenway’s bike/ped trail and family-oriented park facilities will afford to the existing neighborhoods adjacent to it, the Greenway will serve as a scenic park and recreational area for the 400 unit, mixed income housing revitalization initiative of the Richmond Rehabilitative Housing Authority (RRHA) that will be built nearby. Construction of the RRHA housing revitalization initiative will begin in the near future.
The Cannon Creek Greenway Project may also be linked to the United States of America East Coast Greenway, which is being built in sections from Main to Florida, and to the Virginia Capital Trail, which would link Richmond to Williamsburg and Jamestown.
The sidewalk and street intersections of the Greenway’s bicycle and pedestrian trial will connect the Northside’s business and commercial corridor along E. Brookland Park Boulevard residential neighborhoods, churches, schools, and community centers for ease of access by bicycling or walking. It will also provide an alternative transportation route for bicycle commuting from the residential neighborhoods of Highland Park and Barton Height to the City’s downtown. In addition to its use for family-oriented, recreational activities, the Greenway will also serve as an outdoor environmental laboratory for the science classes of nearby schools.
On December 1, 2009, the City of Richmond submitted an “Innovative Readiness Training Request for Military Assistance” through the Virginia Governor’s Office and the Virginia Adjutant General to the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense, Reserve Affairs. As a training function of the Guard Unit, the construction of the Cannon Creek Greenway’s bike/pedestrian trail and park features by the 276th Battalion of the Virginia
Army National Guard was requested. It is expected that the results of this request for assistance will be received by the City in the near future.
The features of the Greenway have been planned over the past three years in a series of community meetings and workshops that have included neighborhood civic associations, elected Councilmembers, residents of the Highland Park and Barton Heights communities, Richmond Department of Parks and Recreation, Richmond Department of Community Development, Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority (RRHA), and several environmental and recreation organizations. A culminating stakeholders’ Planning “Charrette” to reach consensus on the features of the Cannon Creek Greenway was conducted in October, 2009, by faculty and students of the Virginia Tech Landscape Architectural Program. The City has completed an environmental study of the Greenway site and is currently conducting an engineering study of the Greenway area and a study of the proposed alternative routes of the Greenway’s bike and pedestrian trail are being completed by a City of Richmond engineering consultant contractors.
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Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Richmond’s Broad Street Community Development Authority to hold a regular monthly meeting
Richmond’s Broad Street Community Development Authority will hold a
regular monthly meeting. The Authority is responsible for financing and
managing certain improvements in connection with development and
redevelopment of the downtown area of Richmond, Virginia.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
For Immediate Release
Tuesday, 16 March 2010
Richmond’s Broad Street Community Development Authority to hold a regular monthly meeting
Public invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Richmond’s Broad Street Community Development Authority will hold a regular monthly meeting. The Authority is responsible for financing and managing certain improvements in connection with development and redevelopment of the downtown area of Richmond, Virginia.
The agenda for the meeting will include:
• Call to Order
• Approval of minutes of February 25, 2010
• Reports and action Items
• Public Comment Period
• Chairman’s Report/other items
• Administrator’s Report/other items
2010-2011 Draft Budget
• Finance Committee Report/other items
June 1, 2010 Debt Service Payment
• Parking Operations Committee Report/other items
Parking Revenue Variances
• Counsel’s Report/other items
Special Assessments
• New Business
• Closed Session, if needed
• Adjournment
WHEN Thursday, March 25, 2010; 9:00 -10:30 a.m.
WHERE Richmond City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street, 2nd Floor Conference Room Richmond, Virginia, 23219
CONTACT For more information please contact Lynne Lancaster, Administrator, Richmond’s Broad Street Community Development Authority, at 804.649.0126 (tel) or llynnessl@msn.com (email).
Background
Richmond’s Broad Street Community Development Authority is a component unit of the City of Richmond and was established by Richmond City Council Ordinance Number 2002-165-199; adopted July 8, 2002, and, pursuant to the provisions of Article 6 of Chapter 51 of Title 15.2 of the Virginia Code of Laws of 1950, as amended. The Authority was amended again on July 14, 2008 (Richmond City Council Ordinance Number 2008-174-189) to increase the membership of the board from five to seven.
The most recent project completed by the Broad Street Community Development Authority was the financing of $67 million in bonds to tear down Richmond’s old Sixth Street Marketplace and fund other improvements.
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RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
For Immediate Release
Tuesday, 16 March 2010
Richmond’s Broad Street Community Development Authority to hold a regular monthly meeting
Public invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Richmond’s Broad Street Community Development Authority will hold a regular monthly meeting. The Authority is responsible for financing and managing certain improvements in connection with development and redevelopment of the downtown area of Richmond, Virginia.
The agenda for the meeting will include:
• Call to Order
• Approval of minutes of February 25, 2010
• Reports and action Items
• Public Comment Period
• Chairman’s Report/other items
• Administrator’s Report/other items
2010-2011 Draft Budget
• Finance Committee Report/other items
June 1, 2010 Debt Service Payment
• Parking Operations Committee Report/other items
Parking Revenue Variances
• Counsel’s Report/other items
Special Assessments
• New Business
• Closed Session, if needed
• Adjournment
WHEN Thursday, March 25, 2010; 9:00 -10:30 a.m.
WHERE Richmond City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street, 2nd Floor Conference Room Richmond, Virginia, 23219
CONTACT For more information please contact Lynne Lancaster, Administrator, Richmond’s Broad Street Community Development Authority, at 804.649.0126 (tel) or llynnessl@msn.com (email).
Background
Richmond’s Broad Street Community Development Authority is a component unit of the City of Richmond and was established by Richmond City Council Ordinance Number 2002-165-199; adopted July 8, 2002, and, pursuant to the provisions of Article 6 of Chapter 51 of Title 15.2 of the Virginia Code of Laws of 1950, as amended. The Authority was amended again on July 14, 2008 (Richmond City Council Ordinance Number 2008-174-189) to increase the membership of the board from five to seven.
The most recent project completed by the Broad Street Community Development Authority was the financing of $67 million in bonds to tear down Richmond’s old Sixth Street Marketplace and fund other improvements.
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Councilman Chris Hilbert to hold meeting in Northside 3rd District
Richmond City Councilman Chris A. Hilbert, Northside 3rd District, will hold a meeting in the Northside 3rd District. Councilman Hilbert holds individual meetings in Richmond’s Northside 3rd District throughout the year that include information on his goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda; and, special guests. The meetings are free and all Northside 3rd District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, 16 March 2010
Councilman Chris Hilbert to hold meeting in Northside 3rd District
Entire Northside 3rd District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Richmond City Councilman Chris A. Hilbert, Northside 3rd District, will hold a meeting in the Northside 3rd District. Councilman Hilbert holds individual meetings in Richmond’s Northside 3rd District throughout the year that include information on his goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda; and, special guests. The meetings are free and all Northside 3rd District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend.
The agenda and invited guests for this meeting include:
•Public Safety Report on the Northside 3rd District
Richmond Police Department 4th Precinct
•Richmond Fiscal Year 2011 Government Budget
Mr. Ralph D. Harris, Richmond City Council Deputy Chief of Staff Which will include the Mayor’s proposed fiscal plan/budget submitted to Richmond City Council and Council’s process for review and adoption
WHEN Wednesday, 24 March 2010 6:00-8:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Police Department Training Academy, Auditorium
1202 W. Graham Road
(In Richmond's Northside)
(1 Block west of Brook Road – Near Virginia Union University)
WHO The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Northside 3rd District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilman Chris Hilbert, at 804.646.6055 or chris.hilbert@richmondgov.com.
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RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, 16 March 2010
Councilman Chris Hilbert to hold meeting in Northside 3rd District
Entire Northside 3rd District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Richmond City Councilman Chris A. Hilbert, Northside 3rd District, will hold a meeting in the Northside 3rd District. Councilman Hilbert holds individual meetings in Richmond’s Northside 3rd District throughout the year that include information on his goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda; and, special guests. The meetings are free and all Northside 3rd District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend.
The agenda and invited guests for this meeting include:
•Public Safety Report on the Northside 3rd District
Richmond Police Department 4th Precinct
•Richmond Fiscal Year 2011 Government Budget
Mr. Ralph D. Harris, Richmond City Council Deputy Chief of Staff Which will include the Mayor’s proposed fiscal plan/budget submitted to Richmond City Council and Council’s process for review and adoption
WHEN Wednesday, 24 March 2010 6:00-8:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Police Department Training Academy, Auditorium
1202 W. Graham Road
(In Richmond's Northside)
(1 Block west of Brook Road – Near Virginia Union University)
WHO The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Northside 3rd District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilman Chris Hilbert, at 804.646.6055 or chris.hilbert@richmondgov.com.
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Monday, March 15, 2010
Councilman Bruce Tyler to hold meeting in the West End 1st District: Special Guest: Virginia State Delegate Manoli Loupassi
Richmond City Councilman Bruce W. Tyler, West End 1st District, Richmond
City Council, will hold a meeting in the West End 1st District.
Councilman Tyler holds individual meetings in Richmond’s West End 1st
District throughout the year, typically at the same time and place, on
the fourth Tuesday of every other month. His meetings include
information on his goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda of
current interest and special guests. The meetings are free and all West
End 1st District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, 15 March 2010
Councilman Bruce Tyler to hold meeting in the West End 1st District: Special Guest: Virginia State Delegate Manoli Loupassi
Entire West End 1st District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Richmond City Councilman Bruce W. Tyler, West End 1st District, Richmond City Council, will hold a meeting in the West End 1st District. Councilman Tyler holds individual meetings in Richmond’s West End 1st District throughout the year, typically at the same time and place, on the fourth Tuesday of every other month. His meetings include information on his goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda of current interest and special guests. The meetings are free and all West End 1st District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend.
This meeting will include:
Agenda __________________________________________________________
• The Honorable Manoli Loupassi
Delegate, Virginia House of Delegates – 68th District
Virginia General Assembly
WHEN Tuesday, 23 March 2010
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Public Schools - Mary Munford Elementary School
211 Westmoreland Street (Between Cary Street and Grove Avenue in Richmond’s West End)
WHO The Honorable Bruce W. Tyler, Councilman
West End 1st District, Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilman Bruce Tyler, at 804.357.6007; or bruce.tyler@richmondgov.com; or, Jennifer Walle, at 363.3442/jennifer.walle@richmondgov.com.
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RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, 15 March 2010
Councilman Bruce Tyler to hold meeting in the West End 1st District: Special Guest: Virginia State Delegate Manoli Loupassi
Entire West End 1st District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Richmond City Councilman Bruce W. Tyler, West End 1st District, Richmond City Council, will hold a meeting in the West End 1st District. Councilman Tyler holds individual meetings in Richmond’s West End 1st District throughout the year, typically at the same time and place, on the fourth Tuesday of every other month. His meetings include information on his goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda of current interest and special guests. The meetings are free and all West End 1st District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend.
This meeting will include:
Agenda __________________________________________________________
• The Honorable Manoli Loupassi
Delegate, Virginia House of Delegates – 68th District
Virginia General Assembly
WHEN Tuesday, 23 March 2010
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Public Schools - Mary Munford Elementary School
211 Westmoreland Street (Between Cary Street and Grove Avenue in Richmond’s West End)
WHO The Honorable Bruce W. Tyler, Councilman
West End 1st District, Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilman Bruce Tyler, at 804.357.6007; or bruce.tyler@richmondgov.com; or, Jennifer Walle, at 363.3442/jennifer.walle@richmondgov.com.
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Thursday, March 11, 2010
Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold meeting in Southside 8th District
Councilwoman Reva M. Trammell, Southside 8th District, Richmond City Council will hold a meeting in the Southside 8th District. Councilwoman Trammel personally holds individual monthly meetings that include information on her goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda, and special guests. The meetings are free and all of Richmond’s Southside 8th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. The agenda for this meeting will include:
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, 11 March 2010
Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold meeting in Southside 8th District
Follow-up on quality of life issues: All Richmond Southside 8th District citizens invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT
Councilwoman Reva M. Trammell, Southside 8th District, Richmond City Council will hold a meeting in the Southside 8th District. Councilwoman Trammel personally holds individual monthly meetings that include information on her goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda, and special guests. The meetings are free and all of Richmond’s Southside 8th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. The agenda for this meeting will include:
• Capt. Scott Booth, Richmond Police Department, 2nd Precinct Commander
• Officer Jeremy Nieman, Environmental Officer, Richmond Police Dept, 2nd Precinct
• Richmond Department of Planning and Development Review-Office of Code Enforcement
1st Precinct:
John Whealton, Supervisor
Antoni Radivojevic, Property Maintenance Enforcement Inspector
2nd Precinct:
Michelle Coward, Supervisor
Todd Patterson, Property Maintenance Enforcement Inspector
Hansen Fields, Property Maintenance Enforcement Inspector
WHEN Thursday, March 18, 2010
6:00-8:00 p.m.
WHERE Satellite Restaurant & Lounge/Crab House
4000 Jefferson-Davis Highway
Richmond, Virginia
WHO The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Southside 8th District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilwoman Trammell, at 804-240-5050 (mobile); or, 233-7382 (home), or reva.trammell@richmondgov.com.
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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)
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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
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, 11 March 2010
Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold meeting in Southside 8th District
Follow-up on quality of life issues: All Richmond Southside 8th District citizens invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT
Councilwoman Reva M. Trammell, Southside 8th District, Richmond City Council will hold a meeting in the Southside 8th District. Councilwoman Trammel personally holds individual monthly meetings that include information on her goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda, and special guests. The meetings are free and all of Richmond’s Southside 8th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. The agenda for this meeting will include:
• Capt. Scott Booth, Richmond Police Department, 2nd Precinct Commander
• Officer Jeremy Nieman, Environmental Officer, Richmond Police Dept, 2nd Precinct
• Richmond Department of Planning and Development Review-Office of Code Enforcement
1st Precinct:
John Whealton, Supervisor
Antoni Radivojevic, Property Maintenance Enforcement Inspector
2nd Precinct:
Michelle Coward, Supervisor
Todd Patterson, Property Maintenance Enforcement Inspector
Hansen Fields, Property Maintenance Enforcement Inspector
WHEN Thursday, March 18, 2010
6:00-8:00 p.m.
WHERE Satellite Restaurant & Lounge/Crab House
4000 Jefferson-Davis Highway
Richmond, Virginia
WHO The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Southside 8th District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilwoman Trammell, at 804-240-5050 (mobile); or, 233-7382 (home), or reva.trammell@richmondgov.com.
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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.
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Richmond City Council schedule for amending and adopting FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget and Real Estate Tax Rate
(Richmond, Virginia) – As Richmond Citizens, we pool our resources to own and operate our 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; firefighting/rescue; trash/sewage removal; laws, police/courts; public transportation; and, our children’s education. Together, we own, operate, use and benefit from these services every day.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wednesday, 10 March 2010
Richmond City Council schedule for amending and adopting FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget and Real Estate Tax Rate
Public invited and encouraged to attend meetings
(Richmond, Virginia) – As Richmond Citizens, we pool our resources to own and operate our 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; firefighting/rescue; trash/sewage removal; laws, police/courts; public transportation; and, our children’s education. Together, we own, operate, use and benefit from these services every day.
Thus, every year a proposed 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 and amends this budget based on the priorities of citizens.
Council's budget deliberations typically span three months, from mid-March until final adoption toward the end of May and take place during an estimated two dozen Council meetings and special work sessions that are all open to the public. During the process, Council adopts a Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate and, at the conclusion of the deliberations, votes on a Richmond City Government Budget for the upcoming Fiscal Year (FY).
The Richmond City Government Budget runs from July 1 to June 30 annually and the City operates on a two-year fiscal plan (Budget) that includes City General Fund, Capital Improvement Plan, Special Funds, Enterprise Funds, Internal Service Funds, the City’s contribution to Richmond Public Schools and additional state, federal, and other funds provided to Richmond Public Schools. The Budget is typically amended every year.
Richmond citizens are invited and encouraged to attend any and all of the public meetings and budget work sessions. While there is no public comment during the work sessions, citizens are invited to publicly address Council regarding the Budget during the Council Public Hearings.
The final budget takes the form of laws, which will be available from the Richmond City Council website, at www.council.richmondva.gov. Copies will also be available for review in the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at Richmond City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200, Richmond, Virginia 23219 (804.646.7955 tel).
The following are tentatively scheduled Council dates that will include Budget discussions and action. It is very important to note that the day, time, topic, and locations are subject to changes and updates. For the latest times and locations, please call 804.646.7955.
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Richmond City Council
FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget and Real Estate Tax Review and Action Dates
(Updated 3.9.10)
MARCH 2010
Monday, March 8, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council meeting that may include budget discussions. Informal meetings are held to review information/prepare for "Formal" meetings.
Monday, March 8, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting
(Possible 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rates Introduced)
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council Formal meeting that will include introduction of possible
Richmond Real Estate Tax Rates, Public and other budget discussion/public business.
Each year a number of different real estate tax rates are introduced as possibilities,
which include some lower and some higher. If no new tax rate is adopted, it remains
the same. The tax rate applies to the previous year’s real estate tax assessment.
Monday, March 22, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting
(Proposed FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget Submitted to Council)
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council meeting that will include the official submission of the Mayor’s proposed FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget and may include budget discussions. Informal meetings are held to review information/prepare for the Formal meetings. Note: On February 22, 2010, Richmond City Council (by Ordinance Number 2010-34-40) extended the deadline for the Mayor to submit a proposed budget; from March 6 to March 22 at 3:00 p.m.
Monday, March 22, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting
(Proposed FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget Presented to Council)
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council Formal meeting that will include the presentation of the Mayor’s proposed FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget and other budget discussion/public business.
Tuesday, March 30, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
APRIL 2010
Thursday, April 1, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
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Monday, April 5, 2010; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Council Organizational Development Standing Committee Meeting
(Public Hearing on Proposed FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget)
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled standing committee meeting that will include a Public Hearing on the Proposed FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget and budget discussions.
Tuesday, April 6, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Thursday, April 8, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Monday, April 12, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council meeting that may include budget discussions. Informal meetings are held to review information/prepare for the Formal meetings.
Monday, April 12, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting
(Adoption of 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate)
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council Formal meeting that will include the adoption of a 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate and other budget discussion/public business.
Tuesday, April 13, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Thursday, April 15, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Thursday, April 22, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Monday, April 26, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council meeting that may include budget discussions. Informal meetings are held to review information/prepare for the Formal meetings.
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Monday, April 26, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting
(Public Hearing on Community Development Block Grant funds)
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council Formal meeting that will include a public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant funds and other budget discussion/public business.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Thursday, April 29, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
MAY 2010
Monday, May 3, 2010 - 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Council Organizational Development Standing Committee Meeting
(Council to Review Amended FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget)
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled standing committee meeting that May include a Public Hearing on the Proposed FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget and budget discussions.
Monday, May 10, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council meeting that may include budget discussions. Informal meetings are held to review information/prepare for the Formal meetings.
Monday, May 10, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting
(Approval of Community Development Block Grant funds AND Introduction of proposed FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget Amendments)
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council Formal meeting that will include the approval of Community Development Block Grant funds; the introduction of Council’s Amended FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget; and, other budget discussion/public business.
Monday, May 24, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council meeting that may include budget discussions. Informal meetings are held to review information/prepare for the Formal meetings.
Monday, May 24, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting
(Council Adoption of FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget)
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council Formal meeting that will include the approval of Adoption of the
FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget; and, other budget discussion/public business.
CONTACT For updated Council budget meeting times and locations, or for more
information, please call 804.646.7955.
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BACKGROUND ON RICHMOND REAL ESTATE TAX ASSESSMENTS
We as citizens have determined that a fair way to help pay for our local citizen government 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 real estate tax is the largest single funding source we use to pay for our public services. There are approximately 73,000 real estate properties in Richmond and, to help ensure fairness, Virginia State Law requires that Richmond perform annual real estate assessments to determine fair market value.
Real estate owners contribute their share annually, based on the value of their real estate and the tax rate by June 15. 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.
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RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wednesday, 10 March 2010
Richmond City Council schedule for amending and adopting FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget and Real Estate Tax Rate
Public invited and encouraged to attend meetings
(Richmond, Virginia) – As Richmond Citizens, we pool our resources to own and operate our 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; firefighting/rescue; trash/sewage removal; laws, police/courts; public transportation; and, our children’s education. Together, we own, operate, use and benefit from these services every day.
Thus, every year a proposed 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 and amends this budget based on the priorities of citizens.
Council's budget deliberations typically span three months, from mid-March until final adoption toward the end of May and take place during an estimated two dozen Council meetings and special work sessions that are all open to the public. During the process, Council adopts a Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate and, at the conclusion of the deliberations, votes on a Richmond City Government Budget for the upcoming Fiscal Year (FY).
The Richmond City Government Budget runs from July 1 to June 30 annually and the City operates on a two-year fiscal plan (Budget) that includes City General Fund, Capital Improvement Plan, Special Funds, Enterprise Funds, Internal Service Funds, the City’s contribution to Richmond Public Schools and additional state, federal, and other funds provided to Richmond Public Schools. The Budget is typically amended every year.
Richmond citizens are invited and encouraged to attend any and all of the public meetings and budget work sessions. While there is no public comment during the work sessions, citizens are invited to publicly address Council regarding the Budget during the Council Public Hearings.
The final budget takes the form of laws, which will be available from the Richmond City Council website, at www.council.richmondva.gov. Copies will also be available for review in the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at Richmond City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200, Richmond, Virginia 23219 (804.646.7955 tel).
The following are tentatively scheduled Council dates that will include Budget discussions and action. It is very important to note that the day, time, topic, and locations are subject to changes and updates. For the latest times and locations, please call 804.646.7955.
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Richmond City Council
FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget and Real Estate Tax Review and Action Dates
(Updated 3.9.10)
MARCH 2010
Monday, March 8, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council meeting that may include budget discussions. Informal meetings are held to review information/prepare for "Formal" meetings.
Monday, March 8, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting
(Possible 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rates Introduced)
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council Formal meeting that will include introduction of possible
Richmond Real Estate Tax Rates, Public and other budget discussion/public business.
Each year a number of different real estate tax rates are introduced as possibilities,
which include some lower and some higher. If no new tax rate is adopted, it remains
the same. The tax rate applies to the previous year’s real estate tax assessment.
Monday, March 22, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting
(Proposed FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget Submitted to Council)
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council meeting that will include the official submission of the Mayor’s proposed FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget and may include budget discussions. Informal meetings are held to review information/prepare for the Formal meetings. Note: On February 22, 2010, Richmond City Council (by Ordinance Number 2010-34-40) extended the deadline for the Mayor to submit a proposed budget; from March 6 to March 22 at 3:00 p.m.
Monday, March 22, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting
(Proposed FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget Presented to Council)
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council Formal meeting that will include the presentation of the Mayor’s proposed FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget and other budget discussion/public business.
Tuesday, March 30, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
APRIL 2010
Thursday, April 1, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
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Monday, April 5, 2010; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Council Organizational Development Standing Committee Meeting
(Public Hearing on Proposed FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget)
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled standing committee meeting that will include a Public Hearing on the Proposed FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget and budget discussions.
Tuesday, April 6, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Thursday, April 8, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Monday, April 12, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council meeting that may include budget discussions. Informal meetings are held to review information/prepare for the Formal meetings.
Monday, April 12, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting
(Adoption of 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate)
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council Formal meeting that will include the adoption of a 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate and other budget discussion/public business.
Tuesday, April 13, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Thursday, April 15, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Thursday, April 22, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Monday, April 26, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council meeting that may include budget discussions. Informal meetings are held to review information/prepare for the Formal meetings.
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Monday, April 26, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting
(Public Hearing on Community Development Block Grant funds)
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council Formal meeting that will include a public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant funds and other budget discussion/public business.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
Thursday, April 29, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Council Budget Work Session
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Work session to hear presentations from departments, receive budget updates and review information.
MAY 2010
Monday, May 3, 2010 - 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Council Organizational Development Standing Committee Meeting
(Council to Review Amended FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget)
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled standing committee meeting that May include a Public Hearing on the Proposed FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget and budget discussions.
Monday, May 10, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council meeting that may include budget discussions. Informal meetings are held to review information/prepare for the Formal meetings.
Monday, May 10, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting
(Approval of Community Development Block Grant funds AND Introduction of proposed FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget Amendments)
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council Formal meeting that will include the approval of Community Development Block Grant funds; the introduction of Council’s Amended FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget; and, other budget discussion/public business.
Monday, May 24, 2010 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Informal Council Meeting
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council meeting that may include budget discussions. Informal meetings are held to review information/prepare for the Formal meetings.
Monday, May 24, 2010 – 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Formal Council Meeting
(Council Adoption of FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget)
Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Regularly scheduled Council Formal meeting that will include the approval of Adoption of the
FY 2011 Richmond Government Budget; and, other budget discussion/public business.
CONTACT For updated Council budget meeting times and locations, or for more
information, please call 804.646.7955.
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BACKGROUND ON RICHMOND REAL ESTATE TAX ASSESSMENTS
We as citizens have determined that a fair way to help pay for our local citizen government 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 real estate tax is the largest single funding source we use to pay for our public services. There are approximately 73,000 real estate properties in Richmond and, to help ensure fairness, Virginia State Law requires that Richmond perform annual real estate assessments to determine fair market value.
Real estate owners contribute their share annually, based on the value of their real estate and the tax rate by June 15. 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.
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Saturday, March 6, 2010
Richmond City Council proposes 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rates
All Citizens invited and encouraged to attend -- Today, four proposed options for a 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate
were introduced during the scheduled Richmond City Council Formal
Meeting. The proposed options include $1.23, $1.22, $1.21 and $1.19. The
current Richmond Real Estate Tax rate is $1.20, which would remain the
same if no new rate is adopted. The vote on the adoption of a new rate
will be Monday April 12, 2010.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, 8 March 2010
Richmond City Council proposes 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rates
All Citizens invited and encouraged to attend
(Richmond, Virginia) – Today, four proposed options for a 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate were introduced during the scheduled Richmond City Council Formal Meeting. The proposed options include $1.23, $1.22, $1.21 and $1.19. The current Richmond Real Estate Tax rate is $1.20, which would remain the same if no new rate is adopted. The vote on the adoption of a new rate will be Monday April 12, 2010.
Each year a number of possible Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate options are typically introduced in anticipation of adopting a new Richmond Government Budget (Fiscal Plan) for the upcoming Fiscal Year.
As a real estate tax rate must be set by April 15 annually, and sufficient time must be given between introduction and adoption to allow for review and public comment, a number of rates are introduced at the same time to allow for flexibility in adopting a new rate.
The five options (including the option to remain the same in no action is taken) are in preparation of a forthcoming proposed budget that will be submitted by the Mayor to Council on March 22, 2010. (Note: On February 22, 2010, Richmond City Council (by Ordinance Number 2010-34-40) extended the deadline for the Mayor to submit a proposed budget; from March 6 to March 22 at 3:00 p.m.)
The Richmond Real Estate Tax is the largest single funding source we use to pay for local government services and considerations regarding the rate include a $30 million shortfall in local revenue, which includes expected decreases from state and federal funding sources. Each one cent in real estate tax equates to and estimated $1.9 million in city revenue.
CONTACT For more information, please contact President Kathy Graziano, Richmond City Council, Southwest 4th District, 804.320.2454 or kathy.graziano@richmondgov.com
BACKGROUND ON RICHMOND REAL ESTATE TAX ASSESSMENTS
As Richmond Citizens, we pool our resources to own and operate our 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; firefighting/ rescue; trash/sewage removal; laws, police/courts; public transportation; and, our children’s education. Together, we own, operate, use and benefit from these services every day.
We as citizens have determined that a fair way to help pay for these services is for real estate owners to annually contribute funds, based on a percentage of the value of the real estate they own in the city. This process includes that each year, the fair market value of real estate in the city is assessed and the value is set Jan. 1 and an annual Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate is set by Richmond City Council by April 15. This rate is the percentage, based on $100 of value, which a real estate owner will contribute to help pay for government services in the city.
Our real estate tax is the largest single funding source we use to pay for our public services and is used statewide to pay for local services. There are approximately 73,000 real estate properties in Richmond and to help ensure fairness, Virginia State Law requires that Richmond perform annual real estate assessments to determine fair market value.
Real estate owners pay their share annually, based on the value of their real estate and the tax rate by June 15. For example, if a person owns $100,000 in real estate and the tax rate is $1.20 per $100, their share is $1,200 for that year.
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RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, 8 March 2010
Richmond City Council proposes 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rates
All Citizens invited and encouraged to attend
(Richmond, Virginia) – Today, four proposed options for a 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate were introduced during the scheduled Richmond City Council Formal Meeting. The proposed options include $1.23, $1.22, $1.21 and $1.19. The current Richmond Real Estate Tax rate is $1.20, which would remain the same if no new rate is adopted. The vote on the adoption of a new rate will be Monday April 12, 2010.
Each year a number of possible Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate options are typically introduced in anticipation of adopting a new Richmond Government Budget (Fiscal Plan) for the upcoming Fiscal Year.
As a real estate tax rate must be set by April 15 annually, and sufficient time must be given between introduction and adoption to allow for review and public comment, a number of rates are introduced at the same time to allow for flexibility in adopting a new rate.
The five options (including the option to remain the same in no action is taken) are in preparation of a forthcoming proposed budget that will be submitted by the Mayor to Council on March 22, 2010. (Note: On February 22, 2010, Richmond City Council (by Ordinance Number 2010-34-40) extended the deadline for the Mayor to submit a proposed budget; from March 6 to March 22 at 3:00 p.m.)
The Richmond Real Estate Tax is the largest single funding source we use to pay for local government services and considerations regarding the rate include a $30 million shortfall in local revenue, which includes expected decreases from state and federal funding sources. Each one cent in real estate tax equates to and estimated $1.9 million in city revenue.
CONTACT For more information, please contact President Kathy Graziano, Richmond City Council, Southwest 4th District, 804.320.2454 or kathy.graziano@richmondgov.com
BACKGROUND ON RICHMOND REAL ESTATE TAX ASSESSMENTS
As Richmond Citizens, we pool our resources to own and operate our 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; firefighting/ rescue; trash/sewage removal; laws, police/courts; public transportation; and, our children’s education. Together, we own, operate, use and benefit from these services every day.
We as citizens have determined that a fair way to help pay for these services is for real estate owners to annually contribute funds, based on a percentage of the value of the real estate they own in the city. This process includes that each year, the fair market value of real estate in the city is assessed and the value is set Jan. 1 and an annual Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate is set by Richmond City Council by April 15. This rate is the percentage, based on $100 of value, which a real estate owner will contribute to help pay for government services in the city.
Our real estate tax is the largest single funding source we use to pay for our public services and is used statewide to pay for local services. There are approximately 73,000 real estate properties in Richmond and to help ensure fairness, Virginia State Law requires that Richmond perform annual real estate assessments to determine fair market value.
Real estate owners pay their share annually, based on the value of their real estate and the tax rate by June 15. For example, if a person owns $100,000 in real estate and the tax rate is $1.20 per $100, their share is $1,200 for that year.
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Thursday, March 4, 2010
Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission to meet
The Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission will hold a meeting.
All citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. The Richmond City
Council Slave Trail Commission was established by Richmond City Council
in 1998 and has since worked to help preserve the history of slavery in
Richmond.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, 4 March 2010
Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission to meet
All Citizens invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT The Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission will hold a meeting. All citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. The Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission was established by Richmond City Council in 1998 and has since worked to help preserve the history of slavery in Richmond. The agenda will include the following:
Welcome
New Business
Update on Signage Developments
Committee Reports
Update on Non-Profit Foundation Legal Status
Smithsonian Collaboration
Retreat (possible dates: April 20, 21, 23 April 27, 28, or 29, 2010)
Closing Remarks/Adjournment
WHEN Thursday, March 4, 2010
2:30-4:30 p.m.
WHERE Virginia General Assembly Building, 5th Floor West Conference Room
The Virginia General Assembly Building is located at the Corner of
9th and Broad Streets in downtown Richmond at 901 East Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219.
WHO The Honorable Delores L. McQuinn, Delegate, Virginia House of Delegates 70th District, Chairman, Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission
CONTACT For more information, please contact Beverly Crawford, at 804.698.1070, or deldmcquinn@house.virginia.gov
BACKGROUND _______________________________________________________________________
Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission
The Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission is a government entity that was established by Richmond City Council in 1998 by Resolution Number 98-R 102-107, as amended by Resolution Number 2004-R125-131. The Commission includes 17 members that are appointed by Council to serve for three year terms. Membership includes at least one member of Council (who is given first option of serving as Chairman) and three members of the Hope in the Cities of Richmond organization.
Since its creation, the Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission has worked to help preserve the history of slavery in Richmond. Over the years, Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission projects have included:
• 2003 Acquisition of Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statue
• 2006 Lumpkin’s Slave Jail Archaeological Assessment
• 2007 Richmond International Unveiling of Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statue, erected in 2007 at 15th and E. Main Streets. Included design and construction of the Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statute plaza and erection of the statue.
• 2008 – 2009 Phase II Lumpkin’s Slave Jail Archaeological Assessment: which included engineering and storm water engineering
• 2008 Discovery of Lumpkin’s Slave Jail historic foundation and architectural artifacts.
• 2009 Development of the Richmond Slave Trail Marker Program, Signage and Commemorative Site: Lumpkin’s Slave Jail
• 2009 Development of the conceptual Richmond National Slavery Museum
Richmond City Council provides annual staff assistance and financial support for the Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission. Council staff support includes providing fiscal management, public information, writing, publication creation, graphic design, special event and project management, promotions and fundraising. Additional staff support is provided by the Richmond City Administration through the Richmond Department of Economic Development, which includes project engineering and management.
Council financial support is provided through appropriations in the Richmond City Budget. This includes appropriations in the Richmond City Budget Capital Improvement Plan, Non-Departmental budgets and Departmental budgets. Funding is predicated on requests made by the Commission and as determined by Council.
Examples of Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission financial investment support, per Fiscal Year (FY), include:
• FY 2003 - $119,000
For acquisition (purchase) of Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statue and freight from the United Kingdom
• FY 2006 - $35,000
For Richmond Slave Trail Brochure Creation/Printing Phase I of Lumpkin’s Slave Jail Archaeological Assessment
• FY 2007 - $511,000
For general Commission support ($11,000) and design and construction of the Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statute plaza; erection of the statue; and, the International Unveiling of the Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statue
• FY 2008 - $370,000
For general Commission support ($30,000 - spent $7,748) and for Phase II of Lumpkin’s Slave Jail Archaeological Assessment, which included $155,000 for earthmoving and $35,000 for engineering and stormwater engineering (floodplain and proximity to I-95 berm) and $150,000 for archaeological services to hire a vendor.
• FY 2009 - $75,000
For general Commission support ($30,000 - spent $5,124) and for development of the Richmond Slave Trail Marker Program; signage and commemorative site; Lumpkin’s Slave Jail; development of conceptual National Slavery Museum; and, paid sponsorship for Symposium at the University of Richmond for the Civil War Sesquicentennial.
• FY 2010- $6,000
For general Commission support
Additional financial, staff and archeological support has also been provided by the Virginia Department of Historic Resources, Alliance to Conserve Old Richmond Neighborhoods, and a number of corporate, nonprofit and individual financial sponsors.
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RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, 4 March 2010
Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission to meet
All Citizens invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT The Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission will hold a meeting. All citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. The Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission was established by Richmond City Council in 1998 and has since worked to help preserve the history of slavery in Richmond. The agenda will include the following:
Welcome
New Business
Update on Signage Developments
Committee Reports
Update on Non-Profit Foundation Legal Status
Smithsonian Collaboration
Retreat (possible dates: April 20, 21, 23 April 27, 28, or 29, 2010)
Closing Remarks/Adjournment
WHEN Thursday, March 4, 2010
2:30-4:30 p.m.
WHERE Virginia General Assembly Building, 5th Floor West Conference Room
The Virginia General Assembly Building is located at the Corner of
9th and Broad Streets in downtown Richmond at 901 East Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219.
WHO The Honorable Delores L. McQuinn, Delegate, Virginia House of Delegates 70th District, Chairman, Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission
CONTACT For more information, please contact Beverly Crawford, at 804.698.1070, or deldmcquinn@house.virginia.gov
BACKGROUND _______________________________________________________________________
Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission
The Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission is a government entity that was established by Richmond City Council in 1998 by Resolution Number 98-R 102-107, as amended by Resolution Number 2004-R125-131. The Commission includes 17 members that are appointed by Council to serve for three year terms. Membership includes at least one member of Council (who is given first option of serving as Chairman) and three members of the Hope in the Cities of Richmond organization.
Since its creation, the Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission has worked to help preserve the history of slavery in Richmond. Over the years, Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission projects have included:
• 2003 Acquisition of Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statue
• 2006 Lumpkin’s Slave Jail Archaeological Assessment
• 2007 Richmond International Unveiling of Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statue, erected in 2007 at 15th and E. Main Streets. Included design and construction of the Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statute plaza and erection of the statue.
• 2008 – 2009 Phase II Lumpkin’s Slave Jail Archaeological Assessment: which included engineering and storm water engineering
• 2008 Discovery of Lumpkin’s Slave Jail historic foundation and architectural artifacts.
• 2009 Development of the Richmond Slave Trail Marker Program, Signage and Commemorative Site: Lumpkin’s Slave Jail
• 2009 Development of the conceptual Richmond National Slavery Museum
Richmond City Council provides annual staff assistance and financial support for the Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission. Council staff support includes providing fiscal management, public information, writing, publication creation, graphic design, special event and project management, promotions and fundraising. Additional staff support is provided by the Richmond City Administration through the Richmond Department of Economic Development, which includes project engineering and management.
Council financial support is provided through appropriations in the Richmond City Budget. This includes appropriations in the Richmond City Budget Capital Improvement Plan, Non-Departmental budgets and Departmental budgets. Funding is predicated on requests made by the Commission and as determined by Council.
Examples of Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission financial investment support, per Fiscal Year (FY), include:
• FY 2003 - $119,000
For acquisition (purchase) of Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statue and freight from the United Kingdom
• FY 2006 - $35,000
For Richmond Slave Trail Brochure Creation/Printing Phase I of Lumpkin’s Slave Jail Archaeological Assessment
• FY 2007 - $511,000
For general Commission support ($11,000) and design and construction of the Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statute plaza; erection of the statue; and, the International Unveiling of the Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statue
• FY 2008 - $370,000
For general Commission support ($30,000 - spent $7,748) and for Phase II of Lumpkin’s Slave Jail Archaeological Assessment, which included $155,000 for earthmoving and $35,000 for engineering and stormwater engineering (floodplain and proximity to I-95 berm) and $150,000 for archaeological services to hire a vendor.
• FY 2009 - $75,000
For general Commission support ($30,000 - spent $5,124) and for development of the Richmond Slave Trail Marker Program; signage and commemorative site; Lumpkin’s Slave Jail; development of conceptual National Slavery Museum; and, paid sponsorship for Symposium at the University of Richmond for the Civil War Sesquicentennial.
• FY 2010- $6,000
For general Commission support
Additional financial, staff and archeological support has also been provided by the Virginia Department of Historic Resources, Alliance to Conserve Old Richmond Neighborhoods, and a number of corporate, nonprofit and individual financial sponsors.
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