RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Friday, 30 November 2012
Richmond City Council and Mayor Dwight C. Jones to hold community Richmond Government Budget Planning Session meetings to receive public input on budget priorities in creating the upcoming Richmond Government Budget
The FY 2014/2015 Richmond Biennial Government Budget Includes: Richmond General Fund, Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), Special Funds, Enterprise Funds, Internal Service Funds, and Federal, State and additional funds for Richmond Public Schools
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council and Richmond Mayor Dwight C. Jones will be holding community Richmond Government Budget Planning Session meetings to receive public input on budget priorities in creating the upcoming Fiscal Year 2014/2015 Richmond Government Budget, which will be established in May of 2013. The current Fiscal Year 2013 Richmond Government Budget is $1,429,628,466.
These meetings are free and open to the public and all Richmond Residents are invited and highly encouraged to attend and participate.
These Richmond Government Budget Planning Session meetings are very important in helping to identify which Richmond Government programs and services are important to Richmond residents for their neighborhoods, and the city as a whole. The meetings will include presentations, discussions and input in the following areas:
Operation Service Priorities
• Streets and sidewalks in your Neighborhood
• Public Transportation
• Recycling Opportunities
Police and Safety Priorities
• Police Protection in your Neighborhood
• Quality of Animal Care and Control
Human Service Priorities
• Parks and Recreation Programs and Facilities in your neighborhood
• Social Services
• Public Health Services
• Public Education
Economic Development
• Employment Opportunities in your neighborhood
• New Businesses
WHEN/ Tuesday, December 4, 2012; 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Public Schools - Southampton Elementary School
3333 Cheverly Road; Richmond, Virginia 23225
Tuesday, December 11, 2012; 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Richmond Public Library - Main Library
101 E. Franklin Street; Richmond, Virginia 23219
Wednesday, December 12, 2012; 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Richmond Public Schools - George Mason Elementary School
813 N. 28th Street; Richmond, Virginia 23223
Thursday, December 13, 2012; 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Richmond Public Schools - Linwood Holton Elementary School
1600 W. Laburnum Avenue; Richmond, Virginia 23227
WHO The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council
The Honorable Dwight C. Jones, Mayor of Richmond
CONTACT For more information, please contact Steve Skinner, Council Public Information Manger, at 804.646.6052 (office); 804.335.4054 (mobile); 804.937.1386 (home/mobile); or skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
Background - Richmond Government Budget ________________________________________
A 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, as residents we own, operate, use and benefit from these services on a daily basis.
Funding for our services and enforcement of laws comes from state, federal and local sources, including fees and taxes (like the Richmond Real Estate Tax.)
In order to set the investments levels we want for these services, Richmond City Council establishes an official Richmond Government Budget in May of each year.
The Richmond Government Budget is based on a Fiscal Year that runs July 1 to June 30 annually and the City operates on a two-year fiscal plan (Budget) that includes the Richmond General Fund, Richmond Capital Improvement Plan, Richmond Special Funds, Richmond Enterprise Funds, Richmond Internal Service Funds, the City Government contribution to Richmond Public Schools; and, additional state, federal, and other funds provided to Richmond Public Schools.
The Richmond Government Budget is typically amended every year. Thus, every year a proposed 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 and adopts a budget based on the priorities of citizens.
Richmond City Council budget deliberations begin each August and intensify the following year, culminating in nearly 20 public meetings, hearings and work sessions from March through May.
The Richmond Government Budget takes the form of Ordinances that are approved by Richmond City Council each May for an upcoming Fiscal Year.
BACKGROUND - RICHMOND REAL ESTATE TAXES _______________________________________
We as citizens have determined that a fair way to help pay for some of our local citizen government services is for Richmond real estate owners to annually contribute funds based on a percentage of the value of the real estate they own in the city. Therefore, each year the fair market value of real estate in the city is assessed and an annual Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate is set. The rate is the percentage, based on $100 of value, that each real estate owner will contribute to help pay for government services in the city.
Our Richmond Real Estate Tax funds are the largest single local funding we use to help pay for our public services. Richmond real estate owners contribute their share annually, based on the value of their real estate and the tax rate, which is set by June 15 annually. For example, if a person owns $100,000 in real estate and the tax rate is $1.20 per $100 of assessed property value; their share is $1,200 for that year.
Beginning calendar year 2011, our Richmond Real Estate Taxes were divided into two collections a year instead of all at once and market valuation data was lagged one year. Payments are now due as follows: Half by January 14 and half by June 14.
Richmond City Council ______________________________________________________________
Mission - The mission of Richmond City Council is to represent citizens in creating and amending local laws, providing government policy and oversight, and approving the city budget.
Vision - Richmond City Council is committed to creating a vibrant community that is a great place to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
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.
Friday, November 30, 2012
Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force to hold meeting
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Friday, 30 November 2012
Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force to hold meeting
New parking pass requirements for the parking lot on the side of the building: All residents are invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT The Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force will hold a meeting. The purpose of the Task Force is to make recommendations to Richmond City Council with regard to enhancing mass transit in the Metro-Richmond area and the efficiency and effectiveness of the GRTC Transit System. The meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
Free street parking is available nearby and in the lot on the west side of the building. Passes are now required for lot parking: Those wishing to park in lot are requested to please contact Ms. Marianne Pitts, at 804.646.5935 (tel); or marianne.pitts@richmondgov.com (email), two to three days before the event to arrange for a pass.
WHEN Thursday, December 13. 2012
4:00-6:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Department of Economic Development
Richmond Main Street Train Station - 3rd Floor Conference Room
1500 East Main Street; Richmond, Virginia 23219
(PARKING: Free street parking is available nearby and in the lot on the west side of the building. Passes are now required for lot parking: Those wishing to park in lot are requested to please contact Ms. Marianne Pitts, at 804.646.5935 (tel); or marianne.pitts@richmondgov.com (email), two to three days before the event to arrange for a pass. The lot is accessible by using the Franklin Street Entrance and using the lot below the Interstate. When facing the Train Station from the Franklin Street Entrance, make a right and park towards the Clock Tower end. When facing the building from the parking lot, the entrance door to the Richmond Department of Economic Development is located on the right of the building.)
WHO Members of the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force
CONTACT For more information, please contact Marianne Pitts, at 804.646.5935;
or marianne.pitts@richmondgov.com.
Background ____________________________________________________________________________
Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force
Richmond City Council established the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force on September 27, 2010 by Richmond City Council Ordinance No. 2010-173-166.
The objective of the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force is to provide a report to Council within in a year of its first meeting which recommends the following:
1. Any legislation, plans, policies, and programs that promote efficient mass transit in the city;
2. Economic development, economic growth, employment and tourism strategies that include public transportation; and,
3. Public relations and education programs to increase public use of mass transit.
4. The Task Force shall also work with interested private organizations to improve the service and efficiency of the GRTC.
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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Friday, 30 November 2012
Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force to hold meeting
New parking pass requirements for the parking lot on the side of the building: All residents are invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT The Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force will hold a meeting. The purpose of the Task Force is to make recommendations to Richmond City Council with regard to enhancing mass transit in the Metro-Richmond area and the efficiency and effectiveness of the GRTC Transit System. The meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
Free street parking is available nearby and in the lot on the west side of the building. Passes are now required for lot parking: Those wishing to park in lot are requested to please contact Ms. Marianne Pitts, at 804.646.5935 (tel); or marianne.pitts@richmondgov.com (email), two to three days before the event to arrange for a pass.
WHEN Thursday, December 13. 2012
4:00-6:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Department of Economic Development
Richmond Main Street Train Station - 3rd Floor Conference Room
1500 East Main Street; Richmond, Virginia 23219
(PARKING: Free street parking is available nearby and in the lot on the west side of the building. Passes are now required for lot parking: Those wishing to park in lot are requested to please contact Ms. Marianne Pitts, at 804.646.5935 (tel); or marianne.pitts@richmondgov.com (email), two to three days before the event to arrange for a pass. The lot is accessible by using the Franklin Street Entrance and using the lot below the Interstate. When facing the Train Station from the Franklin Street Entrance, make a right and park towards the Clock Tower end. When facing the building from the parking lot, the entrance door to the Richmond Department of Economic Development is located on the right of the building.)
WHO Members of the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force
CONTACT For more information, please contact Marianne Pitts, at 804.646.5935;
or marianne.pitts@richmondgov.com.
Background ____________________________________________________________________________
Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force
Richmond City Council established the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force on September 27, 2010 by Richmond City Council Ordinance No. 2010-173-166.
The objective of the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force is to provide a report to Council within in a year of its first meeting which recommends the following:
1. Any legislation, plans, policies, and programs that promote efficient mass transit in the city;
2. Economic development, economic growth, employment and tourism strategies that include public transportation; and,
3. Public relations and education programs to increase public use of mass transit.
4. The Task Force shall also work with interested private organizations to improve the service and efficiency of the GRTC.
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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Councilman Charles Samuels invites residents to join the Richmond Tree Stewards and register now for classes that begin in January 2013
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Friday, 30 November 2012
Councilman Charles Samuels invites residents to join the Richmond Tree Stewards and register now for classes that begin in January 2013
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to join
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Charles R. Samuels, Councilman, Richmond City Council, North Central 2nd Voter District invites all Richmond Residents to join the Richmond Tree Stewards and register now for classes that begin in January 2013. Class size is limited to 30 participants so those interested are encouraged to register now.
Richmond Tree Stewards is a volunteer organization that works to promote, replenish, sustain, protect and increase the health and prevalence of our Richmond Urban Forest stock of community-owned trees by assisting the Richmond Department of Public Works Division of Urban Forestry in assuring the success of this most precious and valuable asset.
Richmond Tree Stewards Classes are considered to be among some of best of their kind provided in Virginia. Classes include training delivered by experienced professionals, a class manual, a tree identification guide and a pruning booklet. The registration fee is $75 for Richmond Residents who commit to completing 20 volunteer hours in 2013. The fee is $150 for those who do not wish to volunteer. Those interested should register at, http://richmondtreestewards.wordpress.com/classes-2/
In delivery of its mission, Richmond Tree Stewards promotes public information and awareness, provides community education/training, assists with planning and planting trees, and helps provide maintenance and care for Richmond Urban Trees along Richmond streets and in Richmond Parks. To become a Richmond Certified Tree Steward one must have attended Richmond Tree Stewards Classes, pass a pruning exam and complete community service hours.
CONTACT For more information, please contact Louise Seals, President of Richmond Tree Stewards, at 804.389.8798 (tel) or, louise.seals@gmail.com (email); and/or visit their website, at http://richmondtreestewards.wordpress.com/
Background ________________________________________________________________________
Examples of 2012 Richmond Tree Stewards successes
• Completion of a comprehensive tree inventory of Battery Park and presentation to the Friends of Battery Park for future planning.
• "Stop Sign Pruning Program" in the Fan District, to help ensure stop signs are visible to drivers.
• Watering approximately 200 newly planted trees in Byrd Park, Forest Hill Park and Gillies Creek Park, from May through September 2012.
• Developmental pruning of young street trees; a technique necessary for some urban trees to develop a stronger and safer branching structure.
• Planting project in Chimborozo Park that put approximately 200 trees in the ground. This project was lead by two tree stewards, supported by the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay and accomplished with the assistance of other volunteer groups.
• Richmond Tree Stewards delivery of approximately 2,250 volunteer hours as of mid October 2012.
Richmond Urban Forest
Our Richmond Urban Forest stock of community-owned trees serve and save Richmond residents in some of the following important ways:
• Community street trees can save millions of dollars in road/street repair and maintenance by providing shade that protects the oil-based sealer from drying out as fast. This can defer the need for slurry seal from every 10 years to every 20-25 years for older streets with extensive tree canopy cover.
• Community street trees reduce noise pollution by 50 percent by acting as a buffer and absorbing urban noise, according to a U.S.A. Department of Energy study.
• Community street trees reduce flooding and stormwater runoff by reducing intercepting and storing volumes of rainwater on leaves, branches and surfaces, thereby mitigating the onset of peak flows.
• Community street trees reduce soil erosion and downstream stream/river/water pollution by diminishing the impact of raindrops on barren surfaces.
• Community street trees increase a city's aesthetic beauty, which has an effect on its economic and tourism desirability and financial health.
• Studies have shown that families who live near trees have significantly better relations with and stronger ties to their neighbors and have the potential to reduce government social service budgets, decrease police calls for domestic violence, and decrease the incidence of child abuse.
• Richmond Street Trees are valued at more than $211 million.
Also, generally speaking:
• Trees on properties can increase real estate values by 5-15 percent compared to properties without trees.
• Trees increase air quality and reduce harmful greenhouse gas by mitigating levels of carbon dioxide.
• Trees can save families from 20-25 percent of their annual household energy use when well-positioned trees are used around a conventional house compared to a house in a wide-open/non-treed area, according to the United States Forestry Service.
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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 – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Friday, 30 November 2012
Councilman Charles Samuels invites residents to join the Richmond Tree Stewards and register now for classes that begin in January 2013
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to join
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Charles R. Samuels, Councilman, Richmond City Council, North Central 2nd Voter District invites all Richmond Residents to join the Richmond Tree Stewards and register now for classes that begin in January 2013. Class size is limited to 30 participants so those interested are encouraged to register now.
Richmond Tree Stewards is a volunteer organization that works to promote, replenish, sustain, protect and increase the health and prevalence of our Richmond Urban Forest stock of community-owned trees by assisting the Richmond Department of Public Works Division of Urban Forestry in assuring the success of this most precious and valuable asset.
Richmond Tree Stewards Classes are considered to be among some of best of their kind provided in Virginia. Classes include training delivered by experienced professionals, a class manual, a tree identification guide and a pruning booklet. The registration fee is $75 for Richmond Residents who commit to completing 20 volunteer hours in 2013. The fee is $150 for those who do not wish to volunteer. Those interested should register at, http://richmondtreestewards.wordpress.com/classes-2/
In delivery of its mission, Richmond Tree Stewards promotes public information and awareness, provides community education/training, assists with planning and planting trees, and helps provide maintenance and care for Richmond Urban Trees along Richmond streets and in Richmond Parks. To become a Richmond Certified Tree Steward one must have attended Richmond Tree Stewards Classes, pass a pruning exam and complete community service hours.
CONTACT For more information, please contact Louise Seals, President of Richmond Tree Stewards, at 804.389.8798 (tel) or, louise.seals@gmail.com (email); and/or visit their website, at http://richmondtreestewards.wordpress.com/
Background ________________________________________________________________________
Examples of 2012 Richmond Tree Stewards successes
• Completion of a comprehensive tree inventory of Battery Park and presentation to the Friends of Battery Park for future planning.
• "Stop Sign Pruning Program" in the Fan District, to help ensure stop signs are visible to drivers.
• Watering approximately 200 newly planted trees in Byrd Park, Forest Hill Park and Gillies Creek Park, from May through September 2012.
• Developmental pruning of young street trees; a technique necessary for some urban trees to develop a stronger and safer branching structure.
• Planting project in Chimborozo Park that put approximately 200 trees in the ground. This project was lead by two tree stewards, supported by the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay and accomplished with the assistance of other volunteer groups.
• Richmond Tree Stewards delivery of approximately 2,250 volunteer hours as of mid October 2012.
Richmond Urban Forest
Our Richmond Urban Forest stock of community-owned trees serve and save Richmond residents in some of the following important ways:
• Community street trees can save millions of dollars in road/street repair and maintenance by providing shade that protects the oil-based sealer from drying out as fast. This can defer the need for slurry seal from every 10 years to every 20-25 years for older streets with extensive tree canopy cover.
• Community street trees reduce noise pollution by 50 percent by acting as a buffer and absorbing urban noise, according to a U.S.A. Department of Energy study.
• Community street trees reduce flooding and stormwater runoff by reducing intercepting and storing volumes of rainwater on leaves, branches and surfaces, thereby mitigating the onset of peak flows.
• Community street trees reduce soil erosion and downstream stream/river/water pollution by diminishing the impact of raindrops on barren surfaces.
• Community street trees increase a city's aesthetic beauty, which has an effect on its economic and tourism desirability and financial health.
• Studies have shown that families who live near trees have significantly better relations with and stronger ties to their neighbors and have the potential to reduce government social service budgets, decrease police calls for domestic violence, and decrease the incidence of child abuse.
• Richmond Street Trees are valued at more than $211 million.
Also, generally speaking:
• Trees on properties can increase real estate values by 5-15 percent compared to properties without trees.
• Trees increase air quality and reduce harmful greenhouse gas by mitigating levels of carbon dioxide.
• Trees can save families from 20-25 percent of their annual household energy use when well-positioned trees are used around a conventional house compared to a house in a wide-open/non-treed area, according to the United States Forestry Service.
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Councilman Chris Hilbert invites everyone to attend the Ginter Park Library Advisory Board 5th Annual Holiday Fête fundraiser at the Ginter Park Library
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Friday, 30 November 2012
Councilman Chris Hilbert invites everyone to attend the Ginter Park Library Advisory Board 5th Annual Holiday Fête fundraiser at the Ginter Park Library
All families, singles, friends, neighbors are invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council Northside 3rd Voter District, invites families, singles, friends and neighbors to attend the upcoming Ginter Park Public Library Advisory Board 5th Annual Holiday Fête fundraising event to benefit the Richmond Public Library - Ginter Park Branch. Attire is festive.
This fun-filled annual event will include:
• Heavy hors d’oeuvres
• Door prizes
• Live Jazz Music performed by the Hugo Jackson Trio
Suggested donations are $15 per person or $25 per couple. All proceeds will benefit the Richmond Public Library - Ginter Park Branch and help provide needed funds tor library programs throughout the year. The Richmond Public Library is run on public and private funding.
WHEN Thursday, December 6, 2012
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Public Library – Ginter Park Public Library Branch
1200 Westbrook Avenue in Richmond’s Northside 3rd Voter District
Corner of Brook Road and Westbrook Avenue
CONTACT To RSVP and/or for more information, please contact David Lydiard, Ginter Park Public Library Advisory Board at, 804.677.5050 (tel) or ginterparklibraryboard@gmail.com.
BACKGROUND
Established in 1922, our Richmond Public Library serves as a living representation of our commitment to the lifelong success of our community. For nearly 100 years, Richmond families have grown up with the Richmond Public Library, which is dedicated to enriching lives and expanding opportunities by providing free access to books, music, film and all types of cultural, intellectual, educational programs, classes and services.
One of eight Richmond Public Library branches, the Ginter Park Branch opened in 1964 and provides access to the Library’s more than 450,000 items. The branch also offers meeting space, wireless Internet access, public computers, and fax and notary services. In Richmond Fiscal Year 2010 (July 1, 2009-June 30, 2010) the Richmond Public Library - Ginter Park Branch hosted more than 107,500 visitors and loaned more than 88,000 items. In addition, more than 7,500 people participated in branch learning programs.
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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 – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Friday, 30 November 2012
Councilman Chris Hilbert invites everyone to attend the Ginter Park Library Advisory Board 5th Annual Holiday Fête fundraiser at the Ginter Park Library
All families, singles, friends, neighbors are invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council Northside 3rd Voter District, invites families, singles, friends and neighbors to attend the upcoming Ginter Park Public Library Advisory Board 5th Annual Holiday Fête fundraising event to benefit the Richmond Public Library - Ginter Park Branch. Attire is festive.
This fun-filled annual event will include:
• Heavy hors d’oeuvres
• Door prizes
• Live Jazz Music performed by the Hugo Jackson Trio
Suggested donations are $15 per person or $25 per couple. All proceeds will benefit the Richmond Public Library - Ginter Park Branch and help provide needed funds tor library programs throughout the year. The Richmond Public Library is run on public and private funding.
WHEN Thursday, December 6, 2012
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Public Library – Ginter Park Public Library Branch
1200 Westbrook Avenue in Richmond’s Northside 3rd Voter District
Corner of Brook Road and Westbrook Avenue
CONTACT To RSVP and/or for more information, please contact David Lydiard, Ginter Park Public Library Advisory Board at, 804.677.5050 (tel) or ginterparklibraryboard@gmail.com.
BACKGROUND
Established in 1922, our Richmond Public Library serves as a living representation of our commitment to the lifelong success of our community. For nearly 100 years, Richmond families have grown up with the Richmond Public Library, which is dedicated to enriching lives and expanding opportunities by providing free access to books, music, film and all types of cultural, intellectual, educational programs, classes and services.
One of eight Richmond Public Library branches, the Ginter Park Branch opened in 1964 and provides access to the Library’s more than 450,000 items. The branch also offers meeting space, wireless Internet access, public computers, and fax and notary services. In Richmond Fiscal Year 2010 (July 1, 2009-June 30, 2010) the Richmond Public Library - Ginter Park Branch hosted more than 107,500 visitors and loaned more than 88,000 items. In addition, more than 7,500 people participated in branch learning programs.
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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Councilman Chris Hilbert to hold meeting in Northside 3rd District: Richmond Government Budget Planning Session with Mayor, Public input needed
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Friday, 30 November 2012
Councilman Chris Hilbert to hold meeting in Northside 3rd District: Richmond Government Budget Planning Session with Mayor, Public input needed
Entire Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council Northside 3rd Voter District, will hold a meeting in the Northside 3rd Voter District. This will be a community Richmond Government Budget Planning Session meeting with Mayor Dwight C. Jones to receive public input on budget priorities in creating the upcoming Fiscal Year 2014/2015 Richmond Government Budget, which will be established in May of 2013. The current Fiscal Year 2013 Richmond Government Budget is $1,429,628,466.
This Richmond Government Budget Planning Session meeting is very important in helping to identify which Richmond Government programs and services are important to Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District residents for their neighborhoods, and the city as a whole. The meeting will include presentations, discussions and input in the following areas:
Operation Service Priorities
• Streets and sidewalks in your Neighborhood
• Public Transportation
• Recycling Opportunities
Police and Safety Priorities
• Police Protection in your Neighborhood
• Quality of Animal Care and Control
Human Service Priorities
• Parks and Recreation Programs and Facilities in your neighborhood
• Social Services
• Public Health Services
• Public Education
Economic Development
• Employment Opportunities in your neighborhood
• New Businesses
Councilman Hilbert holds individual meetings in Richmond's Northside 3rd Voter District throughout the year that include information on his goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda; and, special guests. These meetings are free and all Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District Residents are invited and highly encouraged to attend and participate.
WHEN Thursday, December 13, 2012
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Public Schools - Linwood Holton Elementary School
1600 W. Laburnum Avenue
Richmond, Virginia 23227
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilman Chris A. Hilbert, at 804.646.6055 or chris.hilbert@richmondgov.com.
Background - Richmond Government Budget ________________________________________
A 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, as residents we own, operate, use and benefit from these services on a daily basis.
Funding for our services and enforcement of laws comes from state, federal and local sources, including fees and taxes (like the Richmond Real Estate Tax.)
In order to set the investments levels we want for these services, Richmond City Council establishes an official Richmond Government Budget in May of each year.
The Richmond Government Budget is based on a Fiscal Year that runs July 1 to June 30 annually and the City operates on a two-year fiscal plan (Budget) that includes the Richmond General Fund, Richmond Capital Improvement Plan, Richmond Special Funds, Richmond Enterprise Funds, Richmond Internal Service Funds, the City Government contribution to Richmond Public Schools; and, additional state, federal, and other funds provided to Richmond Public Schools.
The Richmond Government Budget is typically amended every year. Thus, every year a proposed 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 and adopts a budget based on the priorities of citizens.
Richmond City Council budget deliberations begin each August and intensify the following year, culminating in nearly 20 public meetings, hearings and work sessions from March through May.
The Richmond Government Budget takes the form of Ordinances that are approved by Richmond City Council each May for an upcoming Fiscal Year.
BACKGROUND - RICHMOND REAL ESTATE TAXES _______________________________________
We as citizens have determined that a fair way to help pay for some of our local citizen government services is for Richmond real estate owners to annually contribute funds based on a percentage of the value of the real estate they own in the city. Therefore, each year the fair market value of real estate in the city is assessed and an annual Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate is set. The rate is the percentage, based on $100 of value, that each real estate owner will contribute to help pay for government services in the city.
Our Richmond Real Estate Tax funds are the largest single local funding we use to help pay for our public services. Richmond real estate owners contribute their share annually, based on the value of their real estate and the tax rate, which is set by June 15 annually. For example, if a person owns $100,000 in real estate and the tax rate is $1.20 per $100 of assessed property value; their share is $1,200 for that year.
Beginning calendar year 2011, our Richmond Real Estate Taxes were divided into two collections a year instead of all at once and market valuation data was lagged one year. Payments are now due as follows: Half by January 14 and half by June 14.
Richmond City Council ______________________________________________________________
Mission - The mission of Richmond City Council is to represent citizens in creating and amending local laws, providing government policy and oversight, and approving the city budget.
Vision - Richmond City Council is committed to creating a vibrant community that is a great place to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
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, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Friday, 30 November 2012
Councilman Chris Hilbert to hold meeting in Northside 3rd District: Richmond Government Budget Planning Session with Mayor, Public input needed
Entire Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council Northside 3rd Voter District, will hold a meeting in the Northside 3rd Voter District. This will be a community Richmond Government Budget Planning Session meeting with Mayor Dwight C. Jones to receive public input on budget priorities in creating the upcoming Fiscal Year 2014/2015 Richmond Government Budget, which will be established in May of 2013. The current Fiscal Year 2013 Richmond Government Budget is $1,429,628,466.
This Richmond Government Budget Planning Session meeting is very important in helping to identify which Richmond Government programs and services are important to Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District residents for their neighborhoods, and the city as a whole. The meeting will include presentations, discussions and input in the following areas:
Operation Service Priorities
• Streets and sidewalks in your Neighborhood
• Public Transportation
• Recycling Opportunities
Police and Safety Priorities
• Police Protection in your Neighborhood
• Quality of Animal Care and Control
Human Service Priorities
• Parks and Recreation Programs and Facilities in your neighborhood
• Social Services
• Public Health Services
• Public Education
Economic Development
• Employment Opportunities in your neighborhood
• New Businesses
Councilman Hilbert holds individual meetings in Richmond's Northside 3rd Voter District throughout the year that include information on his goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda; and, special guests. These meetings are free and all Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District Residents are invited and highly encouraged to attend and participate.
WHEN Thursday, December 13, 2012
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Public Schools - Linwood Holton Elementary School
1600 W. Laburnum Avenue
Richmond, Virginia 23227
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilman Chris A. Hilbert, at 804.646.6055 or chris.hilbert@richmondgov.com.
Background - Richmond Government Budget ________________________________________
A 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, as residents we own, operate, use and benefit from these services on a daily basis.
Funding for our services and enforcement of laws comes from state, federal and local sources, including fees and taxes (like the Richmond Real Estate Tax.)
In order to set the investments levels we want for these services, Richmond City Council establishes an official Richmond Government Budget in May of each year.
The Richmond Government Budget is based on a Fiscal Year that runs July 1 to June 30 annually and the City operates on a two-year fiscal plan (Budget) that includes the Richmond General Fund, Richmond Capital Improvement Plan, Richmond Special Funds, Richmond Enterprise Funds, Richmond Internal Service Funds, the City Government contribution to Richmond Public Schools; and, additional state, federal, and other funds provided to Richmond Public Schools.
The Richmond Government Budget is typically amended every year. Thus, every year a proposed 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 and adopts a budget based on the priorities of citizens.
Richmond City Council budget deliberations begin each August and intensify the following year, culminating in nearly 20 public meetings, hearings and work sessions from March through May.
The Richmond Government Budget takes the form of Ordinances that are approved by Richmond City Council each May for an upcoming Fiscal Year.
BACKGROUND - RICHMOND REAL ESTATE TAXES _______________________________________
We as citizens have determined that a fair way to help pay for some of our local citizen government services is for Richmond real estate owners to annually contribute funds based on a percentage of the value of the real estate they own in the city. Therefore, each year the fair market value of real estate in the city is assessed and an annual Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate is set. The rate is the percentage, based on $100 of value, that each real estate owner will contribute to help pay for government services in the city.
Our Richmond Real Estate Tax funds are the largest single local funding we use to help pay for our public services. Richmond real estate owners contribute their share annually, based on the value of their real estate and the tax rate, which is set by June 15 annually. For example, if a person owns $100,000 in real estate and the tax rate is $1.20 per $100 of assessed property value; their share is $1,200 for that year.
Beginning calendar year 2011, our Richmond Real Estate Taxes were divided into two collections a year instead of all at once and market valuation data was lagged one year. Payments are now due as follows: Half by January 14 and half by June 14.
Richmond City Council ______________________________________________________________
Mission - The mission of Richmond City Council is to represent citizens in creating and amending local laws, providing government policy and oversight, and approving the city budget.
Vision - Richmond City Council is committed to creating a vibrant community that is a great place to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
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.
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Richmond City Council Special Meeting on December 3 to also include introduction of legislation unrelated to Washington Redskins
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Tuesday, 27 November 2012
Richmond City Council Special Meeting on December 3 to also include introduction of legislation unrelated to Washington Redskins
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The upcoming Richmond City Council Special Meeting on December 3 will include introduction of new legislation unrelated and in addition to that regarding to the Washington Redskins Football Training Camp site and Bon Secours Regional Health System Project. The Special Meeting will be followed by a scheduled Richmond City Council Organizational Development meeting. This meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Monday, December 3, 2012
5:00-5:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond City Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall - 2nd Floor
900 E. Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
WHO The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955.
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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 – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Tuesday, 27 November 2012
Richmond City Council Special Meeting on December 3 to also include introduction of legislation unrelated to Washington Redskins
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The upcoming Richmond City Council Special Meeting on December 3 will include introduction of new legislation unrelated and in addition to that regarding to the Washington Redskins Football Training Camp site and Bon Secours Regional Health System Project. The Special Meeting will be followed by a scheduled Richmond City Council Organizational Development meeting. This meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Monday, December 3, 2012
5:00-5:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond City Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall - 2nd Floor
900 E. Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
WHO The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955.
- 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 to hold Special Meeting to introduce additional legislation related to the Washington Redskins Football Training Camp site and Bon Secours Regional Health System Project
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Tuesday, 27 November 2012
Richmond City Council to hold Special Meeting to introduce additional legislation related to the Washington Redskins Football Training Camp site and Bon Secours Regional Health System Project
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council will hold a Special Meeting to introduce additional legislation related to the Washington Redskins Football Training Camp site and Bon Secours Regional Health System Project. The Special Meeting will be followed by a scheduled Richmond City Council Organizational Development meeting. This meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
The additional papers relate to Richmond City Council legislation, approved during the Formal Meeting last night (November, 26, 2012) regarding the establishment of a Washington Redskins Football Team Training Camp in Richmond that would be located on Leigh Street, behind the Science Museum of Virginia, and provides special consideration for Bon Secours Regional Health System with regard to expansion in Richmond.
WHEN Monday, December 3, 2012
5:00-5:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond City Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall - 2nd Floor
900 E. Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
WHO The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955.
- 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, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Tuesday, 27 November 2012
Richmond City Council to hold Special Meeting to introduce additional legislation related to the Washington Redskins Football Training Camp site and Bon Secours Regional Health System Project
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council will hold a Special Meeting to introduce additional legislation related to the Washington Redskins Football Training Camp site and Bon Secours Regional Health System Project. The Special Meeting will be followed by a scheduled Richmond City Council Organizational Development meeting. This meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
The additional papers relate to Richmond City Council legislation, approved during the Formal Meeting last night (November, 26, 2012) regarding the establishment of a Washington Redskins Football Team Training Camp in Richmond that would be located on Leigh Street, behind the Science Museum of Virginia, and provides special consideration for Bon Secours Regional Health System with regard to expansion in Richmond.
WHEN Monday, December 3, 2012
5:00-5:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond City Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall - 2nd Floor
900 E. Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
WHO The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955.
- 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.
Monday, November 26, 2012
Richmond City Council Official Swearing-In Ceremony and election of Council President and Vice President to be held
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Monday, 26 November 2012
Richmond City Council Official Swearing-In Ceremony and election of Council President and Vice President to be held
Free Public Event: Everyone invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Richmond City Council Official Swearing-In Ceremony (Investiture) for the nine Richmond residents elected in 2012 to serve as members of the 2013-2016 Richmond City Council will be held on Wednesday, January 2, 2013, beginning at 4:00 p.m.
The Richmond City Council Official Swearing-In Ceremony (Investiture) will be held as a Special Organizational Meeting and will be followed by the election of a Council President and Vice President, who will serve two-year terms (2013-2014).
The Richmond City Council Official Swearing-In Ceremony (Investiture) will be performed by Richmond City Clerk, Alvin Anderson.
Following the election of Council President and Vice President, Richmond City Council will adopt the Richmond City Council Rules of Procedure and legislation may be introduced and adopted to appoint the Chairmen of Richmond City Council's six Standing Committees. A reception will immediately follow at a location to be determined.
These events are free and open to the public and all Richmond residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Wednesday, January 2, 2013
4:00 - 6:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond City Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
WHO The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact Steve Skinner, Council Public Information Manger, at 804.646.6052 (office); 804.335.4054 (mobile); 804.937.1386 (home/mobile); or skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
Background ____________________________________________________________________________
Richmond City Council Official Duties ___________________________________
Richmond City Council is the governing body of Richmond and is responsible for creating and amending local laws, providing policy and government oversight, managing oversight and appointments of members of Richmond City Council boards and commissions, and approving the annual Richmond Government Budget. The official duties of Richmond City Council are enumerated in the Richmond City Charter. This is the fourth Richmond City Council legislative body since the establishment of Richmond's Council-Mayor form of government in 2004.
In delivery of its official duties, Richmond City Council holds an average of 12 official monthly public meetings to discuss, deliberate, and act on laws and policy on behalf of the community. These include (but are not limited to) two “Council Formal Meeting Sessions”, two “Council Informal Meeting Sessions”, six Council Standing Committee meetings, and Council Public Hearings/Special Events/Commission meetings, held on an as-needed basis.
Richmond Government Structure
Overview ___________________________________________________________________________
As residents of Richmond we govern ourselves at the state, local and federal level and choose (elect) fellow citizens to act on our behalf in running our government. While state and local forms of this type of self-government may differ, the purpose is to serve the mutual interests of all residents; based on inclusion, transparency, and participation.
Richmond City Charter
In the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia, the foundation of our citizen government is established in national and state constitutions. In Richmond, the city “constitution” is established in the powers granted it by the Virginia General Assembly, as enumerated in the Richmond City Charter. The Richmond City Charter establishes the governmental framework of the self-governance of the citizens of Richmond, and establishes Richmond City Council as the governing body of Richmond. The Richmond City Charter is established by and can only be altered by the Virginia General Assembly. Richmond City Council is also subject to all relevant laws established by the Virginia General Assembly and those laws established by itself.
Council-Mayor Form of Government
In Richmond, our chosen form of local government was established by citizen referendum approved by the Virginia General Assembly in 2004, is a Council-Mayor form of government. Richmond's Council-Mayor Form of Government began in 2005 with Swearing-in of the first Richmond City Council members under the new form (terms that begin 2005 were for two-years (2005-2006) (and again for two years for 2006-2007), four-year terms of Richmond City Council began with the 2008-2012 term.).
Richmond Voter Districts
In Richmond's Council-Mayor form of government, the city is divided into nine citizen geo-demographic representative political/voting districts. These districts are used to elect members of the Richmond City Council, Richmond City Public Schools Board and a Mayor At-Large (who must receive the majority of votes in five of the nine voter districts). These Richmond Voting Districts include the: West End 1st Voter District, North Central 2nd Voter District, Northside 3rd Voter District, Southwest 4th Voter District, Central 5th Voter District, Gateway 6th Voter District, East End 7th Voter District, Southside 8th Voter District, and South Central 9th Voter District.
Councilmembers
Nine persons are thusly elected among nine individual voting districts to represent citizens as members of Richmond City Council. Richmond City Council is the governing body of Richmond and is responsible for creating and amending local laws, providing policy and government oversight, appointing members to boards and commissions, and approving the annual City budget. In 2008 the term of a Councilmember was increased from two to four years.
Richmond City Council elects from among its membership one person to serve as Council President and one to serve as Council Vice President. These positions are elected to serve for two-year terms. The Council President is responsible for providing overall council direction, leading Council meetings and serving as the senior representative of Council on behalf of Council action.
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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
Free Guided Richmond Slave Trail Tour to be held for public
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Monday, 26 November 2012
Free Guided Richmond Slave Trail Tour to be held for public
Free Public Event: Everyone invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission will hold a free guided tour of the Richmond Slave Trail on Saturday, December 1, 2012.
Interested participants are to meet at the Lumpkin's Slave Jail Archeological Site at 1500 E. Franklin Street in Shockoe Bottom (Located in the west side parking lot of Richmond Main Street Train Station). Signs for parking and information will be up for the event. From the parking lot, attendees will travel in vans (provided free) to the beginning of the Richmond Slave Trail, which starts at Ancarrow Landing Boat Slip, located on the eastern side of the James River.
The Richmond Slave Trail Tour is expected to last approximately two hours and will be led by Rev. Sylvester Turner, Member, Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission.
The Richmond Slave Trail is approximately 3 miles in length and includes terrain along the river bank, a mulch path, nature trails and paved surfaces, which may be difficult to maneuver by persons experiencing ambulatory or respiratory challenges.
This is a free public tour and everyone is invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Saturday, December 1, 2012
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE Park/Meet
1500 E. Franklin Street at the Lumpkin's Slave Jail Archeological Site
(Located in the western parking lot side of Richmond Main Street Train Station in Shockoe Bottom)
WHO The Honorable Delores L. McQuinn, Chairman, Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission; Delegate, Virginia House of Delegates - 70th District
Rev. Sylvester Turner, Member, Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission
CONTACT For more information regarding the Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission, please contact Mr. Keith Westbrook, Legislative Liaison to The Honorable Delores L. McQuinn, Chairman, Richmond Slave Trail Commission (Member, Virginia House of Delegates -70th Voter District) at 804.698.1070 (tel); 804.301.0671 (mobile) or deldmcquinn@house.virginia.gov (email)
Background ____________________________________________________________________________
Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission
One of Richmond City Council's more than 55 official boards, task forces and commissions that it has created and that assists with providing oversight of certain projects and priorities, the Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission is a government entity of Richmond City Council that was established by Resolution Number 98-R 102-107, adopted July 13, 1998, as amended by Resolution No. 2000-R111-109, adopted July 24, 2000, as amended by Resolution No. 2003-R132-123, adopted July 14, 2003, as amended by Resolution No. 2003-R155-141, adopted September 8, 2003, as amended by Resolution No. 2004-R125-131, adopted June 28, 2004.
The purpose of the Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission is to assist Council with oversight and assistance in helping to preserve and present the history of slavery in Richmond. The Commission meets monthly and includes 17 members that are appointed by Council to serve for three year terms. The composition of membership is as follows:
The Commission shall be composed of seventeen (17) members. Such persons shall be appointed by the Council and shall serve for terms of three (3) years. The membership of the Commission shall include at least one (1) member of City Council, not less than three (3) members of the “Hope in the Cities” organization and a representative from the Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities. Any appointed Council members shall be given the first option of serving as the Chair of the Commission in order of their appointment. Five members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum for meetings.
Over the years, Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission has worked on a number of important projects, which have included:
• 2011
Unveiling of 17 Richmond Slave Trail Markers located throughout the Shockoe Bottom area of Richmond, marking sites that help tell the historic journey, human impact, and the role Richmond played in the tragic history of slavery.
The Richmond Slave Trail Markers will serve to recognize the regrettable time in our nation’s history when parts of the United States allowed the enslavement of fellow human beings and an estimated 8 percent of U.S. families owned slaves just before the U.S. Civil War. The site of the event and location of one of the 17 markers, Lumpkin's Slave Jail was the largest slave-holding facility in operation in Richmond, Virginia from 1840 until the end of the U.S. Civil War in 1865. During that time, Richmond was home to the largest domestic slave export business in the United States. The Confederate Army surrendered Richmond, the Capital of the Confederacy, on April 3, 1865.
Following shortly after the end of the U. S. Civil War, which ended in Virginia on April 9, 1865, the Thirteenth Amendment to the United States of America Constitution was adopted on December 6, 1865. This amendment officially abolished slavery. A precursor for this amendment was the Emancipation Proclamation, an Executive Order signed by President Abraham Lincoln, on January 1, 1863, which proclaimed the freedom of slaves living in states under Confederate control.
• 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.
• 2009
Development of the Richmond Slave Trail Marker Program, Signage and
Commemorative Site: Lumpkin’s Slave Jail
• 2008
Discovery of Lumpkin’s Slave Jail historic foundation and architectural
artifacts.
• 2008 – 2009
Phase II Lumpkin’s Slave Jail Archaeological Assessment: which
included engineering and storm water engineering
• 2007
Richmond International Unveiling of Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statue on Friday, March 30, 2007, erected at 15th and E. Main Streets. Included design and construction of the Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statute plaza and erection of the statue. This project was part of a global initiative placing three statues in three countries. Dedicated to slavery reconciliation, the installation of the statue represents nearly 10 years of work between the City of Richmond, Virginia, USA (North America), Liverpool, England (Europe), and the Republic of Benin (Africa). A statue was erected in Liverpool in 1989 and the Republic of Benin in August 2005.
• 2006
Lumpkin’s Slave Jail Archaeological Assessment
Lumpkin's Slave Jail was the largest slave holding facility in operation in Richmond, Virginia from 1840 until the end of the U.S. Civil War in 1865. During that time, Richmond was home to the largest domestic slave export business in the United States. Owned by Robert Lumpkin, the jail was a place that tens of thousands of African men, women and children were "stored" before being transported to slave owners living in states where slavery was legal. Following Lumpkin's death shortly after the Civil war, his common law widowed wife Mary Lumpkin, who was African-American, inherited the estate. In 1867, she leased the jail to Reverend Nathaniel Colver, who established a school for freed slaves at the site. Founded by the American Baptist Home Missionary Society and the National Theological Institute, the school grew into what is now Virginia Union University.
• 2003
Acquisition of Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statue. For three quarters of the 18th Century, Virginia (North America), Liverpool, England (Europe), and the Republic of Benin (Africa) represented one of the largest global commercial trade triangles of enslaved Africans. Liverpool's shipbuilding industry provided the vessels that sailed to the Kingdom of Dahomey, now the Republic of Benin, where Africans were loaded on ships and transported to the Americas, with Richmond, Virginia being one of the major recipients.
Support
Richmond City Council provides annual staff assistance as available 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. 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 2011- $6,000
For general Commission support
• FY 2010- $6,000
For general Commission support
• 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 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 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 2006 - $35,000
For Richmond Slave Trail Brochure Creation/Printing Phase I of Lumpkin’s Slave Jail Archaeological Assessment
• FY 2003 - $119,000
For acquisition (purchase) of Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statue and freight
from the United Kingdom
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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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Monday, 26 November 2012
Free Guided Richmond Slave Trail Tour to be held for public
Free Public Event: Everyone invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission will hold a free guided tour of the Richmond Slave Trail on Saturday, December 1, 2012.
Interested participants are to meet at the Lumpkin's Slave Jail Archeological Site at 1500 E. Franklin Street in Shockoe Bottom (Located in the west side parking lot of Richmond Main Street Train Station). Signs for parking and information will be up for the event. From the parking lot, attendees will travel in vans (provided free) to the beginning of the Richmond Slave Trail, which starts at Ancarrow Landing Boat Slip, located on the eastern side of the James River.
The Richmond Slave Trail Tour is expected to last approximately two hours and will be led by Rev. Sylvester Turner, Member, Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission.
The Richmond Slave Trail is approximately 3 miles in length and includes terrain along the river bank, a mulch path, nature trails and paved surfaces, which may be difficult to maneuver by persons experiencing ambulatory or respiratory challenges.
This is a free public tour and everyone is invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Saturday, December 1, 2012
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE Park/Meet
1500 E. Franklin Street at the Lumpkin's Slave Jail Archeological Site
(Located in the western parking lot side of Richmond Main Street Train Station in Shockoe Bottom)
WHO The Honorable Delores L. McQuinn, Chairman, Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission; Delegate, Virginia House of Delegates - 70th District
Rev. Sylvester Turner, Member, Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission
CONTACT For more information regarding the Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission, please contact Mr. Keith Westbrook, Legislative Liaison to The Honorable Delores L. McQuinn, Chairman, Richmond Slave Trail Commission (Member, Virginia House of Delegates -70th Voter District) at 804.698.1070 (tel); 804.301.0671 (mobile) or deldmcquinn@house.virginia.gov (email)
Background ____________________________________________________________________________
Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission
One of Richmond City Council's more than 55 official boards, task forces and commissions that it has created and that assists with providing oversight of certain projects and priorities, the Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission is a government entity of Richmond City Council that was established by Resolution Number 98-R 102-107, adopted July 13, 1998, as amended by Resolution No. 2000-R111-109, adopted July 24, 2000, as amended by Resolution No. 2003-R132-123, adopted July 14, 2003, as amended by Resolution No. 2003-R155-141, adopted September 8, 2003, as amended by Resolution No. 2004-R125-131, adopted June 28, 2004.
The purpose of the Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission is to assist Council with oversight and assistance in helping to preserve and present the history of slavery in Richmond. The Commission meets monthly and includes 17 members that are appointed by Council to serve for three year terms. The composition of membership is as follows:
The Commission shall be composed of seventeen (17) members. Such persons shall be appointed by the Council and shall serve for terms of three (3) years. The membership of the Commission shall include at least one (1) member of City Council, not less than three (3) members of the “Hope in the Cities” organization and a representative from the Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities. Any appointed Council members shall be given the first option of serving as the Chair of the Commission in order of their appointment. Five members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum for meetings.
Over the years, Richmond City Council Slave Trail Commission has worked on a number of important projects, which have included:
• 2011
Unveiling of 17 Richmond Slave Trail Markers located throughout the Shockoe Bottom area of Richmond, marking sites that help tell the historic journey, human impact, and the role Richmond played in the tragic history of slavery.
The Richmond Slave Trail Markers will serve to recognize the regrettable time in our nation’s history when parts of the United States allowed the enslavement of fellow human beings and an estimated 8 percent of U.S. families owned slaves just before the U.S. Civil War. The site of the event and location of one of the 17 markers, Lumpkin's Slave Jail was the largest slave-holding facility in operation in Richmond, Virginia from 1840 until the end of the U.S. Civil War in 1865. During that time, Richmond was home to the largest domestic slave export business in the United States. The Confederate Army surrendered Richmond, the Capital of the Confederacy, on April 3, 1865.
Following shortly after the end of the U. S. Civil War, which ended in Virginia on April 9, 1865, the Thirteenth Amendment to the United States of America Constitution was adopted on December 6, 1865. This amendment officially abolished slavery. A precursor for this amendment was the Emancipation Proclamation, an Executive Order signed by President Abraham Lincoln, on January 1, 1863, which proclaimed the freedom of slaves living in states under Confederate control.
• 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.
• 2009
Development of the Richmond Slave Trail Marker Program, Signage and
Commemorative Site: Lumpkin’s Slave Jail
• 2008
Discovery of Lumpkin’s Slave Jail historic foundation and architectural
artifacts.
• 2008 – 2009
Phase II Lumpkin’s Slave Jail Archaeological Assessment: which
included engineering and storm water engineering
• 2007
Richmond International Unveiling of Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statue on Friday, March 30, 2007, erected at 15th and E. Main Streets. Included design and construction of the Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statute plaza and erection of the statue. This project was part of a global initiative placing three statues in three countries. Dedicated to slavery reconciliation, the installation of the statue represents nearly 10 years of work between the City of Richmond, Virginia, USA (North America), Liverpool, England (Europe), and the Republic of Benin (Africa). A statue was erected in Liverpool in 1989 and the Republic of Benin in August 2005.
• 2006
Lumpkin’s Slave Jail Archaeological Assessment
Lumpkin's Slave Jail was the largest slave holding facility in operation in Richmond, Virginia from 1840 until the end of the U.S. Civil War in 1865. During that time, Richmond was home to the largest domestic slave export business in the United States. Owned by Robert Lumpkin, the jail was a place that tens of thousands of African men, women and children were "stored" before being transported to slave owners living in states where slavery was legal. Following Lumpkin's death shortly after the Civil war, his common law widowed wife Mary Lumpkin, who was African-American, inherited the estate. In 1867, she leased the jail to Reverend Nathaniel Colver, who established a school for freed slaves at the site. Founded by the American Baptist Home Missionary Society and the National Theological Institute, the school grew into what is now Virginia Union University.
• 2003
Acquisition of Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statue. For three quarters of the 18th Century, Virginia (North America), Liverpool, England (Europe), and the Republic of Benin (Africa) represented one of the largest global commercial trade triangles of enslaved Africans. Liverpool's shipbuilding industry provided the vessels that sailed to the Kingdom of Dahomey, now the Republic of Benin, where Africans were loaded on ships and transported to the Americas, with Richmond, Virginia being one of the major recipients.
Support
Richmond City Council provides annual staff assistance as available 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. 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 2011- $6,000
For general Commission support
• FY 2010- $6,000
For general Commission support
• 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 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 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 2006 - $35,000
For Richmond Slave Trail Brochure Creation/Printing Phase I of Lumpkin’s Slave Jail Archaeological Assessment
• FY 2003 - $119,000
For acquisition (purchase) of Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statue and freight
from the United Kingdom
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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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Richmond City Council encourages Richmond families to support local "mom and pop shop" small businesses this Saturday
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Wednesday, 21 November 2012
Richmond City Council encourages Richmond families to support local "mom and pop shop" small businesses this Saturday
Small Business Saturday is November 24, 2012
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council encourages all Richmond families to support local "mom and pop shop" small businesses this Saturday, November 24, 2012, as part of the national 'Small Business Saturday' event.
Between the shopping days following Thanksgiving called "Black Friday" and "Cyber Monday", residents are invited to celebrate "Small Business Saturday" and to shop local, homegrown Richmond stores.
A day created in 2010 as part of a national campaign, "Small Business Saturday" is a way to increase patronage of local "mom and pop shop" small businesses, which helps to support our local families and economy.
WHEN Saturday, November 24, 2012
WHERE Richmond, Virginia
WHO The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact Steve Skinner, Council Public Information Manger, at 804.646.6052 (office); 804.335.4054 (mobile); 804.937.1386 (home/mobile); or skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Wednesday, 21 November 2012
Richmond City Council encourages Richmond families to support local "mom and pop shop" small businesses this Saturday
Small Business Saturday is November 24, 2012
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council encourages all Richmond families to support local "mom and pop shop" small businesses this Saturday, November 24, 2012, as part of the national 'Small Business Saturday' event.
Between the shopping days following Thanksgiving called "Black Friday" and "Cyber Monday", residents are invited to celebrate "Small Business Saturday" and to shop local, homegrown Richmond stores.
A day created in 2010 as part of a national campaign, "Small Business Saturday" is a way to increase patronage of local "mom and pop shop" small businesses, which helps to support our local families and economy.
WHEN Saturday, November 24, 2012
WHERE Richmond, Virginia
WHO The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact Steve Skinner, Council Public Information Manger, at 804.646.6052 (office); 804.335.4054 (mobile); 804.937.1386 (home/mobile); or skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
Richmond City Council commends the Richmond Office of the General Registrar for outstanding success on the 2012 General Election
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Wednesday, 21 November 2012
Richmond City Council commends the Richmond Office of the General Registrar for outstanding success on the 2012 General Election
Record turnout surpassed unprecedented turnout of 2008 election
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council commends the Richmond Office of the General Registrar and its staff, Board, and cadre of nearly 1,000 Election Officers for their outstanding work and success with the 2012 General Election.
One of the single most important public activities that involves all Richmond residents and includes the active participation of nearly half of Richmond's population, local and general elections are tremendous undertakings that include multiple time-critical activities throughout the year.
In Richmond, as localities across Virginia saw three and four hour waits for voting during Election Day (held Tuesday, November 6, 2012) in places like Tidewater and Northern Virginia, 61 out of 65 Richmond Voting Precinct Voting Locations had the last person voting by 7:15 p.m. In many Richmond Voting Precinct Voting Locations, the last voters actually finished voting right at, or slightly before normal closing time of 7:00 p.m.
Of the remaining Richmond Voting Precinct Voting Locations, two finished at 7:30 p.m., one at 7:45 p.m. and the last at 8:00 p.m., which is believed to have been due to a large number of college students who were registered elsewhere and requesting to vote by provisional ballots, which takes longer to process.
The success of the 2012 election process came even as Richmond experienced a record voter turnout year that surpassed even the unprecedentedly large turnout of the 2008 Election, with 94,131 votes in 2008, and 98,899 this year (2012).
In addition, the election process was not allowed to be thwarted in the week prior to the election by the impending effects of Hurricane Sandy, as the Richmond Office of the General Registrar kept its doors open and accessible to the public the entire week for absentee voting and maintained its schedule of training classes for Election Officials.
The remarkable accomplishments and resolve of the Richmond Office of the General Registrar and its staff, Board, and cadre of nearly 1,000 Election Officers represent the culmination of superior organizational skills and logistical management witnessed throughout the year and bespeak an excellence that should be celebrated by all Richmond residents.
The critical work required for producing elections includes, but is not limited to, the following:
• Implementing and adhering to various changes to voter/election laws, policies, procedures at the state and federal level, as required.
• Maintaining and monitoring compliance with all existing state and federal laws, rules and regulations involving elections and voting.
• Managing and processing thousands voter registrations.
• Mailing thousands of voter registration cards.
• Managing secure databases and information technology for thousands of voter registrations and records.
• Delivery of public voter education training throughout Richmond.
• Recruitment and retention of hundreds of Election Officers.
• Managing, upgrading, inventorying, storing and certifying Voting machines/technology and providing for required maintenance, as needed.
• Implementing changes to state, local and national voter districts and voter precincts, as required.
• Establishing and confirming Richmond Voting Precinct Locations.
• Managing process of local Prospective Candidate Applications, which includes application validation and certification processes.
• Producing Political Party Primary Elections, as required, which includes full-scale logistical deployment, verification and certification of results.
• Meeting strict legal deadlines throughout the year, which include those for candidate applications and certifications, primaries (as required) voter registrations, absentee voting, election days, etc.
• Preparation and delivery of hours of intensive training classes for hundreds of Election Officers.
• Establishing and managing process and deadlines for Absentee Voting.
• Deploying and managing personnel, staff, materials and machines for 65 Richmond Voting Precinct Voting Locations for election activities.
• Managing comprehensive Election Day activities for all Richmond Voting Precinct Voting Locations.
• Managing election returns and certifying results.
• Managing provisional balloting process and verifying and certifying results.
• Managing recount processes, as required.
In America, public government service and voting are considered to be among the most noble and important things a person can do and, through their actions, the Richmond Office of the General Registrar and its staff, Board, and cadre of nearly 1,000 Election Officers and Richmond residents have proven her dedication to and support of the principals and creed written into the founding documents of our great Nation, in that our individual destinies and that of our families, communities, city, state and country include not only the aspiration of our federal constitutional republic but the support of all its citizens in realizing the fulfillment of its promise.
CONTACT For more information, please contact Steve Skinner, Council Public Information Manger, at 804.646.6052 (office); 804.335.4054 (mobile); 804.937.1386 (home/mobile); or skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Wednesday, 21 November 2012
Richmond City Council commends the Richmond Office of the General Registrar for outstanding success on the 2012 General Election
Record turnout surpassed unprecedented turnout of 2008 election
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council commends the Richmond Office of the General Registrar and its staff, Board, and cadre of nearly 1,000 Election Officers for their outstanding work and success with the 2012 General Election.
One of the single most important public activities that involves all Richmond residents and includes the active participation of nearly half of Richmond's population, local and general elections are tremendous undertakings that include multiple time-critical activities throughout the year.
In Richmond, as localities across Virginia saw three and four hour waits for voting during Election Day (held Tuesday, November 6, 2012) in places like Tidewater and Northern Virginia, 61 out of 65 Richmond Voting Precinct Voting Locations had the last person voting by 7:15 p.m. In many Richmond Voting Precinct Voting Locations, the last voters actually finished voting right at, or slightly before normal closing time of 7:00 p.m.
Of the remaining Richmond Voting Precinct Voting Locations, two finished at 7:30 p.m., one at 7:45 p.m. and the last at 8:00 p.m., which is believed to have been due to a large number of college students who were registered elsewhere and requesting to vote by provisional ballots, which takes longer to process.
The success of the 2012 election process came even as Richmond experienced a record voter turnout year that surpassed even the unprecedentedly large turnout of the 2008 Election, with 94,131 votes in 2008, and 98,899 this year (2012).
In addition, the election process was not allowed to be thwarted in the week prior to the election by the impending effects of Hurricane Sandy, as the Richmond Office of the General Registrar kept its doors open and accessible to the public the entire week for absentee voting and maintained its schedule of training classes for Election Officials.
The remarkable accomplishments and resolve of the Richmond Office of the General Registrar and its staff, Board, and cadre of nearly 1,000 Election Officers represent the culmination of superior organizational skills and logistical management witnessed throughout the year and bespeak an excellence that should be celebrated by all Richmond residents.
The critical work required for producing elections includes, but is not limited to, the following:
• Implementing and adhering to various changes to voter/election laws, policies, procedures at the state and federal level, as required.
• Maintaining and monitoring compliance with all existing state and federal laws, rules and regulations involving elections and voting.
• Managing and processing thousands voter registrations.
• Mailing thousands of voter registration cards.
• Managing secure databases and information technology for thousands of voter registrations and records.
• Delivery of public voter education training throughout Richmond.
• Recruitment and retention of hundreds of Election Officers.
• Managing, upgrading, inventorying, storing and certifying Voting machines/technology and providing for required maintenance, as needed.
• Implementing changes to state, local and national voter districts and voter precincts, as required.
• Establishing and confirming Richmond Voting Precinct Locations.
• Managing process of local Prospective Candidate Applications, which includes application validation and certification processes.
• Producing Political Party Primary Elections, as required, which includes full-scale logistical deployment, verification and certification of results.
• Meeting strict legal deadlines throughout the year, which include those for candidate applications and certifications, primaries (as required) voter registrations, absentee voting, election days, etc.
• Preparation and delivery of hours of intensive training classes for hundreds of Election Officers.
• Establishing and managing process and deadlines for Absentee Voting.
• Deploying and managing personnel, staff, materials and machines for 65 Richmond Voting Precinct Voting Locations for election activities.
• Managing comprehensive Election Day activities for all Richmond Voting Precinct Voting Locations.
• Managing election returns and certifying results.
• Managing provisional balloting process and verifying and certifying results.
• Managing recount processes, as required.
In America, public government service and voting are considered to be among the most noble and important things a person can do and, through their actions, the Richmond Office of the General Registrar and its staff, Board, and cadre of nearly 1,000 Election Officers and Richmond residents have proven her dedication to and support of the principals and creed written into the founding documents of our great Nation, in that our individual destinies and that of our families, communities, city, state and country include not only the aspiration of our federal constitutional republic but the support of all its citizens in realizing the fulfillment of its promise.
CONTACT For more information, please contact Steve Skinner, Council Public Information Manger, at 804.646.6052 (office); 804.335.4054 (mobile); 804.937.1386 (home/mobile); or skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Richmond City Council wishes everyone a safe, happy and healthy Thanksgiving Holiday
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Tuesday, 20 November 2012
Richmond City Council wishes everyone a safe, happy and healthy Thanksgiving Holiday
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council wishes all Richmond Families a safe, happy and healthy Thanksgiving Holiday on Thursday, November 22, 2012.
As we take time to enjoy and celebrate the bounty of what life has provided us, Richmond City Council invites and encourages all Richmond families to join together in reaching out and sharing good wishes with all their neighbors, family and friends during this time and throughout the year.
Established in Virginia on December 4, 1619, the first Thanksgiving was held by members of the first permanent English colonizers in North America at Berkley Plantation in present-day Charles City County. On behalf of all Americans and in memory of that first Thanksgiving, President George Washington issued the first Thanksgiving proclamation in 1789.
WHO The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact Steve Skinner, Council Public Information Manger, at 804.646.6052 (office); 804.335.4054 (mobile); 804.937.1386 (home/mobile); or skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Tuesday, 20 November 2012
Richmond City Council wishes everyone a safe, happy and healthy Thanksgiving Holiday
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council wishes all Richmond Families a safe, happy and healthy Thanksgiving Holiday on Thursday, November 22, 2012.
As we take time to enjoy and celebrate the bounty of what life has provided us, Richmond City Council invites and encourages all Richmond families to join together in reaching out and sharing good wishes with all their neighbors, family and friends during this time and throughout the year.
Established in Virginia on December 4, 1619, the first Thanksgiving was held by members of the first permanent English colonizers in North America at Berkley Plantation in present-day Charles City County. On behalf of all Americans and in memory of that first Thanksgiving, President George Washington issued the first Thanksgiving proclamation in 1789.
WHO The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact Steve Skinner, Council Public Information Manger, at 804.646.6052 (office); 804.335.4054 (mobile); 804.937.1386 (home/mobile); or skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Councilman Doug Conner to hold last meeting of the year in the South Central 9th District
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Tuesday, 20 November 2012
Councilman Doug Conner to hold last meeting of the year in the South Central 9th District
Entire South Central 9th Voter District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT The Honorable Doug Conner, Councilman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District, will hold a meeting in the South Central 9th Voter District. This will be the last meeting of the year that he will hold in the District. Councilman Conner holds individual meetings in the South Central 9th Voter District throughout the year. His meetings typically include information on his goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda of current interest, special guests and dinner. The meetings are free and all South Central 9th Voter District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend.
This meeting agenda will include:
• 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
District Community Meeting
Review of the Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District under Councilman Doug Conner
• 6:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Dinner
WHEN Tuesday, November 27, 2012
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE Southside Baptist Christian School
5515 Bryce Lane, Richmond 23224
WHO The Honorable Doug Conner, Councilman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District
CONTACT For more information, please contact The Honorable Doug Conner, Councilman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District, at 804.363.3443 or eli.wong@richmondgov.com or visit the website, at
www.SouthsideRVA.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 – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Tuesday, 20 November 2012
Councilman Doug Conner to hold last meeting of the year in the South Central 9th District
Entire South Central 9th Voter District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT The Honorable Doug Conner, Councilman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District, will hold a meeting in the South Central 9th Voter District. This will be the last meeting of the year that he will hold in the District. Councilman Conner holds individual meetings in the South Central 9th Voter District throughout the year. His meetings typically include information on his goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda of current interest, special guests and dinner. The meetings are free and all South Central 9th Voter District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend.
This meeting agenda will include:
• 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
District Community Meeting
Review of the Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District under Councilman Doug Conner
• 6:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Dinner
WHEN Tuesday, November 27, 2012
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE Southside Baptist Christian School
5515 Bryce Lane, Richmond 23224
WHO The Honorable Doug Conner, Councilman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District
CONTACT For more information, please contact The Honorable Doug Conner, Councilman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District, at 804.363.3443 or eli.wong@richmondgov.com or visit the website, at
www.SouthsideRVA.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 has canceled today's 4:00 p.m. Special Meeting: Will now discuss proposed Washington Redskins Football Training Camp site and Bon Secours Regional Health System Project during Council Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee Meeting, beginning at 3:00 p.m.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Tuesday, 20 November 2012
Richmond City Council has canceled today's 4:00 p.m. Special Meeting: Will now discuss proposed Washington Redskins Football Training Camp site and Bon Secours Regional Health System Project during Council Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee Meeting, beginning at 3:00 p.m.
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council has canceled today's 4:00 p.m. Special Meeting (regarding Washington Redskins/Bon Secours) and will now discuss the proposed Washington Redskins Football Team Training Camp and the Bon Secours Regional Health System Projects during the Richmond City Council Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee, which begins at 3:00 p.m. This meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
Proposed projects include establishing a Washington Redskins Football Team Training Camp in Richmond that would be located on Leigh Street, behind the Science Museum of Virginia, and providing special consideration for Bon Secours Regional Health System with regard to expansion in Richmond.
WHEN Tuesday, November 20, 2012
3:00-5:30 p.m.
Special Meeting Canceled: 4:00-5:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond City Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall - 2nd Floor
900 E. Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
WHO The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955.
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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 – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Tuesday, 20 November 2012
Richmond City Council has canceled today's 4:00 p.m. Special Meeting: Will now discuss proposed Washington Redskins Football Training Camp site and Bon Secours Regional Health System Project during Council Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee Meeting, beginning at 3:00 p.m.
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council has canceled today's 4:00 p.m. Special Meeting (regarding Washington Redskins/Bon Secours) and will now discuss the proposed Washington Redskins Football Team Training Camp and the Bon Secours Regional Health System Projects during the Richmond City Council Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee, which begins at 3:00 p.m. This meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
Proposed projects include establishing a Washington Redskins Football Team Training Camp in Richmond that would be located on Leigh Street, behind the Science Museum of Virginia, and providing special consideration for Bon Secours Regional Health System with regard to expansion in Richmond.
WHEN Tuesday, November 20, 2012
3:00-5:30 p.m.
Special Meeting Canceled: 4:00-5:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond City Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall - 2nd Floor
900 E. Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
WHO The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955.
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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.
Monday, November 19, 2012
Richmond City Council to hold special meeting tomorrow regarding proposed Washington Redskins Training Camp site and Bon Secours Hospitals Project
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Monday, 19 November 2012
Richmond City Council to hold special meeting tomorrow regarding proposed Washington Redskins Training Camp site and Bon Secours Hospitals Project
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council will hold a special meeting tomorrow regarding the proposed Washington Redskins Football Team Training Camp and the Bon Secours Hospitals Projects. This meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
Proposed projects include establishing a Washington Redskins Football Team Training Camp in Richmond that would be located on Leigh Street, behind the Science Museum of Virginia, and providing special consideration for Bon Secours Hospitals with regard to expansion in Richmond.
WHEN Tuesday, November 20, 2012
4:00-5:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond City Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall - 2nd Floor
900 E. Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
WHO The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955.
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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, November 14, 2012
Councilman Bruce W. Tyler to hold meeting in the West End 1st District
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Wednesday, 14 November 2012
Councilman Bruce W. Tyler to hold meeting in the West End 1st District
Entire West End 1st District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT The Honorable Bruce W. Tyler, Councilman, Richmond City Council, West End 1st District, will hold a meeting in the West End 1st District. Councilman Tyler holds individual meetings in Richmond’s West End 1st Voter 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 Voter District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. This meeting will include:
Agenda ____________________________________________________
• Public Safety Report on the West End 1st District
Richmond Police Department 3rd Precinct
• Libbie/Grove/Patterson Zoning Study
Richmond Department of Planning and Development Review
• Westhampton School Site
• Questions and Concerns
WHEN Tuesday, 27 November 2012
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Public Schools - Mary Munford Elementary School - Auditorium
211 Westmoreland Street (Between Cary Street and Grove Avenue in the Richmond West End 1st District)
WHO The Honorable Bruce W. Tyler, Councilman
Richmond City Council, West End 1st Voter District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Marianne Pitts, at 804.646.5935;
or marianne.pitts@richmondgov.com.
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Wednesday, 14 November 2012
Councilman Bruce W. Tyler to hold meeting in the West End 1st District
Entire West End 1st District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT The Honorable Bruce W. Tyler, Councilman, Richmond City Council, West End 1st District, will hold a meeting in the West End 1st District. Councilman Tyler holds individual meetings in Richmond’s West End 1st Voter 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 Voter District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. This meeting will include:
Agenda ____________________________________________________
• Public Safety Report on the West End 1st District
Richmond Police Department 3rd Precinct
• Libbie/Grove/Patterson Zoning Study
Richmond Department of Planning and Development Review
• Westhampton School Site
• Questions and Concerns
WHEN Tuesday, 27 November 2012
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Public Schools - Mary Munford Elementary School - Auditorium
211 Westmoreland Street (Between Cary Street and Grove Avenue in the Richmond West End 1st District)
WHO The Honorable Bruce W. Tyler, Councilman
Richmond City Council, West End 1st Voter District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Marianne Pitts, at 804.646.5935;
or marianne.pitts@richmondgov.com.
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Monday, November 12, 2012
Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold a meeting in Richmond’s Southside 8th District
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Monday, 12 November 2012
Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold a meeting in Richmond’s Southside 8th District
All Southside 8th Voter District citizens invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Southside 8th Voter District, will hold a meeting in the Southside 8th Voter District. Councilwoman Trammel personally holds individual monthly meetings that include information on her goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda, special guests, free parking and free refreshments. The meetings are free and all of Richmond’s Southside 8th Voter District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Thursday, November 15, 2012
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 Voter District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilwoman Reva Trammell, at 804-240-5050 (mobile); or, 233-7382 (home), or via email, at reva.trammell@richmondgov.com
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Monday, 12 November 2012
Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold a meeting in Richmond’s Southside 8th District
All Southside 8th Voter District citizens invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Southside 8th Voter District, will hold a meeting in the Southside 8th Voter District. Councilwoman Trammel personally holds individual monthly meetings that include information on her goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda, special guests, free parking and free refreshments. The meetings are free and all of Richmond’s Southside 8th Voter District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Thursday, November 15, 2012
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 Voter District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilwoman Reva Trammell, at 804-240-5050 (mobile); or, 233-7382 (home), or via email, at reva.trammell@richmondgov.com
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Friday, November 9, 2012
Postponed: Richmond State Legislative Work Summit for the 2013 Virginia General Assembly Legislative Session to be rescheduled
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Friday, 9 November 2012
Postponed: Richmond State Legislative Work Summit for the 2013 Virginia General Assembly Legislative Session to be rescheduled
Annual meeting to discuss Richmond State Legislative Proposals with members of the Virginia General Assembly representing the city
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council and Mayor Dwight C. Jones have postponed the dinner they are hosting for Members of the Virginia General Assembly to discuss proposed state legislation on behalf of Richmond, Virginia. This meeting will be rescheduled to a later date to be announced.
WHEN POSTPONED: Thursday, November 29, 2012
6:00-8:00 p.m.
CONTACT For more information, please contact Steve Skinner, Council Public Information Manger, at 804.646.6052 (office); 804.335.4054 (mobile); 804.937.1386 (home/mobile); or skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Friday, 9 November 2012
Postponed: Richmond State Legislative Work Summit for the 2013 Virginia General Assembly Legislative Session to be rescheduled
Annual meeting to discuss Richmond State Legislative Proposals with members of the Virginia General Assembly representing the city
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council and Mayor Dwight C. Jones have postponed the dinner they are hosting for Members of the Virginia General Assembly to discuss proposed state legislation on behalf of Richmond, Virginia. This meeting will be rescheduled to a later date to be announced.
WHEN POSTPONED: Thursday, November 29, 2012
6:00-8:00 p.m.
CONTACT For more information, please contact Steve Skinner, Council Public Information Manger, at 804.646.6052 (office); 804.335.4054 (mobile); 804.937.1386 (home/mobile); or skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Councilman Samuels to hold meeting regarding proposed Washington Redskins Training Camp site
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Wednesday, 7 November 2012
Councilman Samuels to hold meeting regarding proposed Washington Redskins Training Camp site
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Charles R. Samuels, Councilman, Richmond City Council, North Central 2nd District in Richmond, Virginia will hold a meeting in Richmond's North Central 2nd District regarding the proposed Richmond location of the Washington Redskins Football Team Training Camp to be located on Leigh Street, behind the Science Museum of Virginia. This meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Thursday, November 8, 2012; 5:30-7:00 p.m.
WHERE Science Museum of Virginia
2500 West Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23220-2057
WHO The Honorable Charles R. Samuels, Councilman, Richmond City Council, North Central 2nd Voter District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Jan Girardi, at 804.646.6532 or by email, at jan.girardi@richmondgov.com (email)
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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Wednesday, 7 November 2012
Councilman Samuels to hold meeting regarding proposed Washington Redskins Training Camp site
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Charles R. Samuels, Councilman, Richmond City Council, North Central 2nd District in Richmond, Virginia will hold a meeting in Richmond's North Central 2nd District regarding the proposed Richmond location of the Washington Redskins Football Team Training Camp to be located on Leigh Street, behind the Science Museum of Virginia. This meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Thursday, November 8, 2012; 5:30-7:00 p.m.
WHERE Science Museum of Virginia
2500 West Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23220-2057
WHO The Honorable Charles R. Samuels, Councilman, Richmond City Council, North Central 2nd Voter District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Jan Girardi, at 804.646.6532 or by email, at jan.girardi@richmondgov.com (email)
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force to hold meeting (NOTE New location and date)
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Tuesday, 6 November 2012
Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force to hold meeting (NOTE New location and date)
All residents are invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT The Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force will hold a meeting. (NOTE: The location and date schedule of this meeting are different from previously held meetings.) The purpose of the Task Force is to make recommendations to Richmond City Council with regard to enhancing mass transit in the Metro-Richmond area and the efficiency and effectiveness of the GRTC Transit System. The meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Wednesday, November 14, 2012
4:00-6:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau Offices
401 North 3rd Street, 2nd floor - Richmond, Virginia 23219
Located inside the Greater Richmond Convention Center at the Corner of 3rd & Marshall Streets on the 2nd floor.
Parking is available in the Greater Richmond Convention Center parking garage located at 3rd & Marshall Streets. Once you have parked, exit the garage and cross Marshall Street. Enter the Exhibit Hall building at the corner of 3rd & Marshall Streets. Take elevator to the 2nd floor. The RMCVB’s offices are to the right.
WHO Members of the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force
CONTACT For more information, please contact Marianne Pitts, at 804.646.5935;
or marianne.pitts@richmondgov.com.
Background ____________________________________________________________________________
Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force
Richmond City Council established the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force on September 27, 2010 by Richmond City Council Ordinance No. 2010-173-166.
The objective of the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force is to provide a report to Council within in a year of its first meeting which recommends the following:
1. Any legislation, plans, policies, and programs that promote efficient mass transit in the city;
2. Economic development, economic growth, employment and tourism strategies that include public transportation; and,
3. Public relations and education programs to increase public use of mass transit.
4. The Task Force shall also work with interested private organizations to improve the service and efficiency of the GRTC.
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Tuesday, 6 November 2012
Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force to hold meeting (NOTE New location and date)
All residents are invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT The Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force will hold a meeting. (NOTE: The location and date schedule of this meeting are different from previously held meetings.) The purpose of the Task Force is to make recommendations to Richmond City Council with regard to enhancing mass transit in the Metro-Richmond area and the efficiency and effectiveness of the GRTC Transit System. The meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Wednesday, November 14, 2012
4:00-6:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau Offices
401 North 3rd Street, 2nd floor - Richmond, Virginia 23219
Located inside the Greater Richmond Convention Center at the Corner of 3rd & Marshall Streets on the 2nd floor.
Parking is available in the Greater Richmond Convention Center parking garage located at 3rd & Marshall Streets. Once you have parked, exit the garage and cross Marshall Street. Enter the Exhibit Hall building at the corner of 3rd & Marshall Streets. Take elevator to the 2nd floor. The RMCVB’s offices are to the right.
WHO Members of the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force
CONTACT For more information, please contact Marianne Pitts, at 804.646.5935;
or marianne.pitts@richmondgov.com.
Background ____________________________________________________________________________
Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force
Richmond City Council established the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force on September 27, 2010 by Richmond City Council Ordinance No. 2010-173-166.
The objective of the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force is to provide a report to Council within in a year of its first meeting which recommends the following:
1. Any legislation, plans, policies, and programs that promote efficient mass transit in the city;
2. Economic development, economic growth, employment and tourism strategies that include public transportation; and,
3. Public relations and education programs to increase public use of mass transit.
4. The Task Force shall also work with interested private organizations to improve the service and efficiency of the GRTC.
- E N D -
______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
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