Richmond City Council: May 2013

Thursday, May 23, 2013

Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force to present report to Council

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

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

COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY

IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED

Thursday, 23 May 2013

Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force to present report to Council

Report on Mass Transit Recommendations

WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force will present a report to Richmond City Council. The report will include 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.

WHEN To take place during the Richmond City Council Informal Meeting

Being held: Tuesday, May 28, 2013; 3:00-5:00 p.m.

CONTACT For more information, please contact Marianne Pitts, at 804.646.3179;

or marianne.pitts@richmondgov.com.

Background ____________________________________________________________________________

Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force

The purpose of the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study 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.

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)

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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.

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

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

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

COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY

IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED

Thursday, 23 May 2013

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

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

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

Agenda/Special Guests

• Upcoming 2013 State Elections

The Honorable Delores L. McQuinn, Virginia State Delegate

Virginia House of Delegates - 70th Voter District

• Rebuilding Together of Richmond - Upcoming 2014 Project Area

to be located in the Richmond East End 7th Voter District

Ms. Amy King, Executive Director, Rebuilding Together of Richmond

• Police and Fire Report - Richmond East End 7th Voter District

Lt. Daniel Minton, Richmond Police Department - 1st Police Precinct

Battalion Chief Robert Baumgardner, Richmond Department of Fire and Emergency Services

• 25th Street/Nine Mile Road Corridor Revitalization Updates

Ms. Juanita Buster, Planner III, Richmond Department of Economic and Community Development

• Storm Water Utility Updates

Making Utility Bill Payments using Western Union

Richmond Department of Public Utilities Senior Care Program

Mr. Robert "Bob" Steidel, Director, Richmond Department of Public Utilities

• FY 2013-2014 Richmond Government Budget Line Items approved/established for the East End 7th Voter District

Richmond City Council Budget Staff

• New Business Seed Grant Funding for entrepreneurships in the

Richmond East End 7th Voter District

Ms. Candice Street, Executive Director, LISC of Richmond

WHEN Wednesday, May 29, 2013

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

WHERE Richmond East District Initiative Building

701 N. 25th Street

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

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

CONTACT For more information, please contact Sam Patterson, Council Liaison for the

The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, East End 7th Voter District, at 804.646.3012 (tel), or sam.patterson@richmondgov.com (email).

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Steven R. Skinner, APR

Council Public Information Manager

Office of the Chief of Staff

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

Richmond City Hall

900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305

Richmond, Virginia 23219

804.646.6052 (office)

804.335.4054 (mobile)

804.937.1386 (home/mobile)

804.646.5468 (fax)

skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)

www.council.richmondva.gov(website)

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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.

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

Friday, May 17, 2013

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

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

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

COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY

IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED

Friday, 17 May 2013

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

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

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

AGENDA

• Richmond Police Department 4th Police Precinct Public Safety Report

• Neighborhood Schools Initiative - Battery Park Civic Association

Volunteering program in the Northside Schools

• Riverside Pace - Programs of All Inclusive Care for the Elderly

• FEATURED PRESENTATION - Community Animal Care and Control

Meet Christie Peters, Director of the Richmond Office of Animal Care and Control, who will discuss the following:

- Summer Pet Safety

- Loose Animals/Leash Issues

- Animal Cruelty Concerns

- Feral Cats

- Process for working with the Richmond Office of

Animal Care and Control

• Residents comments, questions and concerns

WHEN Wednesday, May 22, 2013; 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Future Meetings:

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

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

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

WHERE Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities

Pine Camp Recreation Center - Theater

4901 Old Brook Road, Richmond, Virginia 23227

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

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

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Steven R. Skinner, APR

Council Public Information Manager

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF

Richmond City Hall

900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305

Richmond, Virginia 23219

804.646.6052 (office)

804.335.4054 (mobile)

804.937.1386 (home/mobile)

804.646.5468 (fax)

steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)

www.council.richmondva.gov(website)

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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.

Councilman Charles R. Samuels to hold meeting in Richmond North Central 2nd Voter District

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

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

COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY

IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED

Friday, 17 May 2013

Councilman Charles R. Samuels to hold meeting in Richmond North Central 2nd Voter District

All Richmond North Central 2nd Voter District residents invited and encouraged to attend

WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) - The Honorable Charles R. Samuels, Councilman, Richmond City Council, North Central 2nd Voter District in Richmond, Virginia will hold a district-wide meeting in the Richmond North Central 2nd Voter District. Councilman Samuels holds individual meetings in the North Central 2nd Voter District throughout the year that include information on his Richmond North Central 2nd Voter District goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda of current interest; and, special guests. These meetings are free and open to the public and all Richmond North Central 2nd Voter District residents are invited and encouraged to attend. The planned agenda for this meeting will include:

AGENDA

• UPDATE: 2015 Union Cycliste Internationale World Road Cycling Championships

Monica Callahan, Community Engagement Manager for Richmond 2015, will provide an update on the progress of the 2015 Union Cycliste Internationale World Road Cycling Championships that will race through Richmond September 19-27, 2015. Richmond 2015 is the organizing committee for the event, which is estimated to include more than 1,000 athletes from 75 different countries that will be participating in 12 different races during the nine days.)

WHEN Thursday, May 23, 2013

5:00 - 7:30 p.m.

WHERE United Methodist Family Services - Dining Hall

3900 W. Broad Street

(Directions: Turn right on campus from Broad Street through the brick columns, proceed straight until you get to the circle (the lane will come to an end). Make a right hand turn, look for the 2nd single story brick building with sign "Dining Hall." It will be on your right.)

WHO The Honorable Charles R. Samuels, Councilman, Richmond City Council, North Central 2nd Voter District

CONTACT For more information, please contact Jan Girardi, Liaison for The Honorable Charles R. Samuels, Councilman, Richmond City Council, North Central 2nd Voter District, at 804.646.6532 or by email, at jan.girardi@richmondgov.com; or visit his website, at www.charlesrsamuels.com

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Steven R. Skinner, APR

Council Public Information Manager

Office of the Chief of Staff

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

Richmond City Hall

900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305

Richmond, Virginia 23219

804.646.6052 (office)

804.335.4054 (mobile)

804.937.1386 (home/mobile)

804.646.5468 (fax)

skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)

www.council.richmondva.gov(website)

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MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council

is to represent citizens in creating and amending

local laws, providing government policy and

oversight, and approving the city budget.

VISION Richmond City Council is committed to

creating a vibrant community that is a great place

to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.

Monday, May 13, 2013

Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold a meeting in Richmond Southside 8th District

Councilwoman Michelle R. Mosby to host Community Cleanup in South Central 9th Voter District

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

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

COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY

IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED

Monday, 13 May 2013

Councilwoman Michelle R. Mosby to host Community Cleanup in South Central 9th Voter District

All residents are invited and encouraged to attend

WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District, will host a community cleanup. Held in partnership with the Richmond Department of Public Works, all residents and interested community groups, businesses, families, friends, neighbors, individuals and organizations are invited to come out to pick up trash and debris to help clean up the community.

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

WHEN Saturday, May 18, 2013

8:00 a.m. - Noon

WHERE Meet up/Rally Point (at 8:00 a.m.)

Richmond Public Schools G. H. Reid Elementary School

1301 Whitehead Road; Richmond, Virginia 23225

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

CONTACT For more information, please contact Mr. Thomas Barnes, Cleanup Coordinator, at 804.869.0215;

and/or

Mr. John Westbrook, District Liaison for The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District, at 804.646.2779.

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Steven R. Skinner, APR

Council Public Information Manager

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF

Richmond City Hall

900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305

Richmond, Virginia 23219

804.646.6052 (office)

804.335.4054 (mobile)

804.937.1386 (home/mobile)

804.646.5468 (fax)

steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)

www.council.richmondva.gov(website)

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MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council

is to represent citizens in creating and amending

local laws, providing government policy and

oversight, and approving the city budget.

VISION Richmond City Council is committed to

creating a vibrant community that is a great place

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

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

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

COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY

IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED

Monday, 13 May 2013

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

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

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

Agenda

• Richmond Police Department Crime Report

• Virginia Hornets Football Team

• Richmond South Central 9th Voter District Community Cleanups

• RVA Streets Alive Festival/Richmond Heart Walk

• Operations Update: Richmond Department of Public Works

• Requests for Richmond Government Services from Residents

• Richmond City Council Legislation and FY 2014/2015 Richmond Government Budget Review/Overview

• Tell Michelle: Residents comments, questions and concerns

WHEN Thursday, May 16, 2013

6:00-8:00 p.m.

WHERE Richmond Public Schools G. H. Reid Elementary School

1301 Whitehead Road; Richmond, Virginia 23225

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

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

at 804.646.5497 (tel), or michelle.mosby@richmondgov.com (email)

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Steven R. Skinner, APR

Council Public Information Manager

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF

Richmond City Hall

900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305

Richmond, Virginia 23219

804.646.6052 (office)

804.335.4054 (mobile)

804.937.1386 (home/mobile)

804.646.5468 (fax)

steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)

www.council.richmondva.gov(website)

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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

Friday, May 10, 2013

Updated: Richmond City Council Public Hearing and Voting date for establishing Richmond Government Budget for Fiscal Year 2014-2015 modified

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, 10 May 2013

Updated: Richmond City Council Public Hearing and Voting date for establishing Richmond Government Budget for Fiscal Year 2014-2015 modified

Public Hearing and Voting on funds provided to Richmond Public Schools and proposed documents for U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development still scheduled for Wednesday, May 15, 2013

(Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Richmond City Council Public Hearing and Voting date for establishing the Richmond Government Budget for Fiscal Year 2014-2015, which had been scheduled to take place on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, has been modified.

The Richmond City Council Public Hearing and Voting on the funds it will provide to Richmond Public Schools for Fiscal Year 2014 and on the proposed documents for U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant funds will still be held on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, beginning at 5:00 p.m. (Richmond City Council Chambers; Richmond City Hall; 900 E. Broad Street - 2nd Floor).

The Public Hearing and Voting on the remaining parts of the Budget is now scheduled for Tuesday, May 28, 2013, and will take place during the Richmond City Council Formal Meeting, which begins at 6:00 p.m. (Richmond City Council Chambers; Richmond City Hall; 900 E. Broad Street - 2nd Floor).

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

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

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

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Richmond City Council

FY 2014-2015 Council Budget Review Schedule

Date/Time Description Location

August 2012 - February 2013

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

October

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

November

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

Richmond City Council to receive Richmond Revenue Forecast

December

Tues., December 4, 2012

Tues., December 11, 2012

Wed., December 12, 2012

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

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

January

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

Thurs., January 24, 2013

Wed., January 30, 2013

Councilmember and Mayor Joint Community Budget Meeting

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

February

February 2013 Richmond Public Schools Board of Trustees approve Schools Budget

Tues., February 5, 2013

Wed., February 6, 2013

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

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

March

Tuesday, March 12, 2013

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

Friday, March 15, 2013

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

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

Monday, March 18, 2013

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

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

Monday, March 18, 2013

Noon-4:00 p.m.

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

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

Education and Workforce Development

• Richmond Public Schools

Well Managed Government

• 2013 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate & Fee Changes

• Major Richmond Gen. Fund Expenditure Changes

• One-time Richmond Budget Items

• Debt Service

THIS BUDGET WORK SESSION was rescheduled to March 25, 2013 Richmond City Council Chambers

Friday, March 22, 2013

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

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

Monday, March 25, 2013

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

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

Monday, March 25, 2013

Noon-4:00 p.m.

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

Well-Managed Government

• 2013 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate & Fee Change

• Major Richmond General Fund Expenditure Changes

• One-time Richmond Budget Items

• Debt Service

• City Personnel Complement

- Changes (Position Eliminations)

- Unfunded Vacant Positions

- Pay Raise

• Employee Benefits and Human Resources Issues

• Employee Benefits & HR Issues

• Retirement System

Transportation and Sustainability and the Natural Environment

• Richmond Department of Public Utilities Richmond City Council Chambers

Thursday, March 28, 2013

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

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

April

Monday, April 1, 2013

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

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

Monday, April 1, 2013

Noon-5:00 p.m.

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

Well-Managed Government

• Richmond Dept. of Finance

• Richmond Office of the Mayor

• Richmond Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Mayor's

Proposed Budget Strategic Plan

Transportation and Sustainability and the Natural Environment

• Richmond Department of Public Works

Unique, Healthy & Inclusive Communities & Neighborhoods & Economic Growth

• Human Services (Richmond Dept. of Social Services,

Richmond Department of Justice Services, Richmond Office

of Hispanic Liaison, Richmond Deputy Chief Administrative

Officer for Human Services, Richmond Public Library,

Richmond Department of Parks/Rec./Community Facilities)

Richmond City Council Chambers

Friday, April 5, 2013

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

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

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

• Latest Date for Federal Funds Consolidated Plan/Budget

Introduction N/A

Monday, April 8, 2013

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

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

Monday, April 8, 2013

Noon-4:00 p.m.

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

Community Safety and Well-Being

• Virginia - Richmond Constitutional Offices

- Richmond Office of the City Sheriff

- Richmond Office of the Virginia Commonwealth's Attny.

- Richmond Office of the General Registrar

• Richmond Department of Fire & Emergency Services

• Emergency-911 System Update

• Richmond Office of Animal Control

• Richmond Police Department

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

Monday, April 8, 2013

6:00 p.m.

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

Friday, April 12, 2013

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

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

Monday, April 15, 2013

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

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

Monday, April 15, 2013

Noon-4:30 p.m.

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

Education and Workforce Development

• Richmond Public Schools

• Review of Workforce Development Goals, Budget Items

& Initiatives

Unique, Healthy and Inclusive Communities and Neighborhoods

• Non-Departmental Budget Review

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

Monday, April 22, 2013

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

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

Monday, April 22, 2013

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

Unique, Healthy & Inclusive Communities & Neighborhoods & Economic Growth

• Richmond City Council Offices - Budget Presentations

- Office of the Assessor of Real Estate

- Office of the City Attorney

- Office of the City Auditor

- Office of the City Clerk

- Office of the Council Chief of Staff

• Economic and Community Development, Community

Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds/Federal Funds

Review

Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, April 22, 2013

4:00-6:00 p.m.

Council Informal Meeting REGULAR COUNCIL INFORMAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

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

Monday, April 22, 2013

5:00 p.m.

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

Monday, April 22, 2013

6:00 p.m.

Formal Meeting Public Hearing (Federal Funds)

The following will be discussed if needed

• Richmond Capital Improvement Plan Discussion

• Council Budget Amendment Discussion Richmond City Council Chambers

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

10:00 a.m.

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

N/A

Friday, April 26, 2013

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

Monday, April 29, 2013

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

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

Monday, April 29, 2013

Noon-5:00 p.m.

SPECIAL NOTE: Council Budget Amendment review Discussion during this meeting COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORK SESSION

Unique, Healthy & Inclusive Communities/Neighborhoods/ Economic Growth

• Presentation by the Greater Richmond Partnership

(Greg Wingfield)

• Richmond Riverfront Plan

• Richmond Department of Planning & Dev. Review

Unique, Healthy and Inclusive Communities and Neighborhoods

• Non-Departmental Budget Review

• Special Revenue Funds Review

Council Budget Amendment Review Discussion Richmond City Council Chambers

May 2013

Monday, May 6, 2013

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

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

Monday, May 6, 2013

Noon-1:00 a.m. COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING

Introduction Date for Council Budget Amendments

Deadline for Introduction of Budget Amendments

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

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

5:00-7:00 p.m.

COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING Richmond City Council Chambers

Monday, May 13, 2013

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

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

Monday, May 13, 2013

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

Monday, May 13, 2013

6:00 p.m.

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

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

Richmond City Council Chambers

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

5:00-8:00 p.m.

Public Hearing and Voting on parts of Budget COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING

PUBLIC HEARING AND VOTING ON SCHOOLS AND US HUD PARTS OF RICHMOND GOVERNMENT BUDGET FOR FY 2014-15

Public Hearing and vote on the funds it will provide to Richmond Public Schools for FY 2014 and on the proposed documents for U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant funds Richmond City Council Chambers

Wednesday , May 15, 2013

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

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Federal Funds Submission *DEADLINE*/A NOTE: Pursuant to U.S. Federal Law: The request for U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant funds, which shall include Annual Consolidated Action Plans and Budgets, must be submitted to the .S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development no later than 45 days before the start of the grantee’s program year. N/A

Tuesday, May 28, 2013

Public Hearing on Voting on Final Parts of the Budget (During Council Formal Mtg.)

PUBLIC HEARING AND VOTING ON FINAL PARTS OF RICHMOND GOVERNMENT BUDGET FOR FY 2014-15

Richmond City Council to hold Public Hearing and Voting adopt/establish final parts of Richmond Government Budget for FY 2014-2015

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

2013-2016 Richmond City Council Contact Information

West End 1st Voter District _________________________________________

The Honorable Jonathan T. Baliles

Councilman, Richmond City Council

West End 1st Voter District

804.646.5349 (tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

jonathan.baliles@richmondgov.com (email)

Mr. Yueh Hai "Eli" Wong, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

West End 1st Voter District

804.646.5935 (tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

eli.wong@richmondgov.com (email)

North Central 2nd Voter District ____________________________________

President of Richmond City Council

The Honorable Charles R. Samuels

Councilman, Richmond City Council

North Central 2nd Voter District

804.646.6531 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

charles.samuels@richmondgov.com (email)

Ms. Jan Girardi, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

North Central 2nd Voter District

804.646.6532 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

jan.girardi@richmondgov.com (email)

Northside 3rd Voter District ________________________________________

The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert

Councilman, Richmond City Council

Northside 3rd Voter District

804.646.0070 (office tel)

chris.hilbert@richmondgov.com (email)

Ms. Lisa F. Townes, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

Northside 3rd Voter District Liaison

804.646.6055 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

lisa.townes@richmondgov.com (email)

Southwest 4th Voter District ________________________________________

The Honorable Kathy Graziano

Councilwoman

Richmond City Council

Southwest 4th Voter District

804.320.2454 (office tel)

804.320.6030 (fax)

kathy.graziano@richmondgov.com (email)

Mr. Tim Grimes, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

Southwest 4th Voter District

804.320.2454 (tel)

804.382.6998 (mobile)

804.320.6030 (fax)

timothy.grimes@richmondgov.com (email)

Central 5th Voter District ___________________________________________

The Honorable Parker C. Agelasto

Councilman

Richmond City Council

Central 5th Voter District

804.646.6050 (tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

parker.agelasto@richmondgov.com (email)

Ms. Ida I. Jones, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

Central 5th Voter District

804.646.5724 (tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

ida.i.jones@richmondgov.com

Gateway 6th Voter District _________________________________________

Vice President of Richmond City Council

The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson

Councilwoman

Richmond City Council

Gateway 6th Voter District

804.646.5348 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

ellen.robertson@richmondgov.com (email)

East End 7th Voter District __________________________________________

The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Ph.D.

Councilwoman

Richmond City Council

East End 7th Voter District

804.646.5429 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

cynthia.newbille@richmondgov.com (email)

Mr. Sam Patterson, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

East End 7th Voter District

804.646.3012 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

sam.patterson@richmondgov.com (email)

Southside 8th Voter District ________________________________________

The Honorable Reva M. Trammell

Councilwoman

Richmond City Council

Southside 8th Voter District

804.646.6592 (office tel)

804.240.5050 (mobile tel)

804.233.7382 (home)

804.516.8067 (mobile tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

reva.trammell@richmondgov.com (email)

Mr. Henry Mease, Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

Southside 8th Voter District

804.646.6591 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

henry.mease@richmondgov.com (email)

South Central 9th Voter District _____________________________________

The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby

Councilwoman

Richmond City Council

South Central 9th Voter District

804.646.5497 (office tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

michelle.mosby@richmondgov.com (email)

Mr. John S. Westbrook

Council Liaison

Richmond City Council

South Central 9th Voter District

804.646.2779 (tel)

804.646.5468 (fax)

john.westbrook@richmondgov.com (email)

Mailing Address

The Honorable _________

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

Councilwoman/Councilman

Richmond City Council

Full name of Richmond Voter District

Richmond City Hall

900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305

Richmond, Virginia 23219 U.S.A.

Background - Richmond Government Budget ____________________________________________

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

BACKGROUND - RICHMOND REAL ESTATE TAXES _______________________________________

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

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

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

Richmond City Council ______________________________________________________________

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

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

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Steven R. Skinner, APR

Council Public Information Manager

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF

Richmond City Hall

900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305

Richmond, Virginia 23219

804.646.6052 (office)

804.335.4054 (mobile)

804.937.1386 (home/mobile)

804.646.5468 (fax)

steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)

www.council.richmondva.gov(website)

____________________________________________

MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council

is to represent citizens in creating and amending

local laws, providing government policy and

oversight, and approving the city budget.

VISION Richmond City Council is committed to

creating a vibrant community that is a great place

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

Councilman Parker C. Agelasto to host 2013 Richmond Central 5th Voter District Senior Information and Resource Fair

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 395 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov

COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY

IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED

Wednesday, 8 May 2013

Councilman Parker C. Agelasto to host 2013 Richmond Central 5th Voter District Senior Information and Resource Fair

The event is free and open to the public and all Richmond Central 5th Voter District residents are invited and encouraged to attend

WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Parker C. Agelasto, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Central 5th Voter District will host a 2013 Senior Information and Resource Fair. The event is free and open to the public and all Richmond Central 5th Voter District Seniors (55 and older), people with disabilities and caregivers are invited and encouraged to attend. Parking is free in the Church parking lot and a free lunch will be provided.

The event is designed to assist Richmond's Older Residents, those with disabilities and caregivers and will include information on local medical, housing, financial, transportation and care giving resources. Presenters and exhibitors will also include those providing information for individuals preparing to retire, retirees, caregivers to senior adults, family members of senior adults and professionals in the field of aging.

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles Mobile Customer Service Center will be on hand for attendees to apply for/renew their Virginia Identification Cards; apply for/renew their Virginia Driver's License; apply for a U.S. Military Veteran Identification Card; and, much, much more.

The 2013 Richmond Central 5th Voter District Senior Information and Resource Fair will include the following:

• Free Lunch

• Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles Mobile Customer Service Center

• Home repair info

• Health services

• Housing services

• Nutrition programs

• Dominion Virginia Power

• Richmond Police Department

• Richmond Department of Fire and Emergency Services

• Music and Much, Much More

WHEN Wednesday, May 15, 2013

10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

WHERE 5th Baptist Church - Gymnasium

1415 West Cary Street

Richmond, Virginia

WHO The Honorable Parker C. Agelasto, Councilman

Richmond City Council, Central 5th Voter District

CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilman Parker C. Agelasto, Richmond City Council, Central 5th Voter District, at 804.646.6050 (tel), or parker.agelasto@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, May 7, 2013

Canceled: Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force to hold meeting

Friday, May 3, 2013

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, 3 May 2013

Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force to hold meeting

All Richmond residents are invited and encouraged to attend

WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- 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.

WHEN Thursday, May 9, 2013

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

GRTC Transit System Bus Service

The Richmond Main Street Station building is served by multiple GRTC Transit Service bus routes, which include the #6 and #11 buses stopping at 15th and Main Street in front of the building. Attendees are encouraged to use the helpful GRTC Transit System Trip Planner for planning a trip from their location, which is located on their website, at www.ridegrtc.com/TripPlanner.aspx, and/or to call the GRTC Transit Service Customer Service Center, at 804.358.4782 for assistance.

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 the lot are requested to please contact Ms. Marianne Pitts, at 804.646.3179 (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 804.646.3179;

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.