Thursday, February 27, 2014

Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson’s to hold meeting in the Richmond Gateway 6th Voter District

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305 - Richmond, Virginia  23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
                                                            
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Thursday, 27 February 2014

Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson’s to hold meeting in the Richmond Gateway 6th Voter District

All Richmond Gateway 6th Voter District residents invited and encouraged to attend
         
WHAT         (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) - The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council Richmond Gateway 6th Voter District, will hold a district-wide meeting in the Richmond Gateway 6th Voter District. This is part of the regular meetings she typically holds each month, which include information on her Richmond Gateway 6th Voter District goals and accomplishments; thematic agendas of current interest; and, special guests. These meetings are free and open to the public and all Richmond Gateway 6th Voter District residents are invited and encouraged to attend. Free refreshments will be served. The planned exhibits and agenda for this meeting include the following:

                          Exhibits
·         Partnership for Families Northside
·         Richmond Department of Finance: Richmond Real Estate Tax Abatements/Assistance for People with Disabilities, Senior Citizens and Veterans with Disabilities Application Process
·         Virginia Department of Health District Office of Richmond

                          Agenda
·         2014 Virginia General Assembly Legislative Update  

·         Dr. Dana T. Bedden, Superintendent, Richmond Public Schools

·         The Honorable Shonda Harris-Muhammed, Trustee, Richmond Public Schools Board of Trustees Richmond Gateway 6th Voter District

·         The Honorable Derik Jones, Trustee, Richmond Public Schools Board of Trustees Richmond Southside 8th Voter District

·         U.S. Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (commonly known as Affordable Care Act or “Obamacare”) Registration and health coverage information

·         Update on the Richmond Bellemeade Walkable Watershed Project

·         Richmond City Council Gateway 6th Voter District updates, projects, tasks and future plans
            Amanda D. Shelton, Liaison for
            The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman,
            Richmond City Council Gateway 6th Voter District

WHEN         Saturday, March 8, 2014
10:00 a.m. – Noon
                   
WHERE        Bellemeade Community Center
                       1800 Lynhaven Avenue; Richmond, Virginia

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

CONTACT   For more information, please contact The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council Richmond Gateway 6th Voter District, at 804.646.7964 (tel), or ellen.robertson@richmondgov.com (email)
                     

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

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

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


Tuesday, February 25, 2014

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

Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305 - Richmond, Virginia  23219 U.S.A.  - www.council.richmondva.gov
                                                            
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Tuesday, 25 February 2014

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

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

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

                  AGENDA

·      Partnership for Families: An Update on Activities and Programs
     Mr. Stan Southworth, Executive Director, Partnership for Families

·      Richmond Real Estate Tax Abatements/Assistance for People with Disabilities and Senior Citizens Application Process
Richmond Department of Finance

·      Streets, Alley Maintenance, Sidewalk Improvements, Richmond Capital Improvement Plan Projects
Richmond Department of Public Works

·      Resident comments, questions and concerns

WHEN         Wednesday, February 26, 2014
                       6:00-8:00 p.m.

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

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


Councilman Chris Hilbert’s Future Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District Meetings
·      Wednesday, March 26, 2014; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
·      Wednesday, April 23, 2014; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
·      Wednesday, May 28, 2014; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
·      Wednesday, June 25, 2014; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
·      Wednesday, July 23, 2014; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
·      Wednesday, August 27, 2014; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
·      Wednesday, September 24, 2014; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
·      Wednesday, October 22, 2014; 6:00-8:00 p.m.



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

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

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


Thursday, February 20, 2014

Tonight: Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson to hold Meeting for the Bellemeade Civic Association on the Mayor’s Economic Development Plan for Shockoe Bottom and the Boulevard

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305 - Richmond, Virginia  23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
                                                            
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS RELEASE
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Thursday, 20 February 2014

Tonight: Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson to hold Meeting for the Bellemeade Civic Association on the Mayor’s Economic Development Plan for Shockoe Bottom and the Boulevard

All Bellemeade Civic Association members in the Richmond Gateway 6th Voter District invited and encouraged to attend
         
WHAT         (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) – As previously announced, The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council Richmond Gateway 6th Voter District, will hold a meeting for Bellemeade Civic Association members in the Richmond Gateway 6th Voter District regarding the Mayor’s Economic Development Plan for Shockoe Bottom and the Boulevard.

                           The meeting will include a presentation and discussion and is free and open to the public. All members of the Bellemeade Civic Association in the Richmond Gateway 6th Voter District invited and encouraged to attend.

WHEN         Thursday, February 20, 2014
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
                   
WHERE        Bellemeade Community Center
                       1800 Lynhaven Avenue; Richmond, Virginia

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

CONTACT   For more information, please contact The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council Richmond Gateway 6th Voter District, at 804.646.5348 (tel), or ellen.robertson@richmondgov.com (email)
                     


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

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

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


Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Councilwoman Cynthia I. Newbille’s invites all to the Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity Groundbreaking Celebration in the Richmond East End 7th Voter District

Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305 - Richmond, Virginia  23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
                                                            
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
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Wednesday, 19 February 2014


Special Guest Performers from Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey
         
WHAT         (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council Richmond East End 7th Voter District, invites all to attend the upcoming Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity Groundbreaking Celebration in the Richmond East End 7th Voter District. The groundbreaking will be for three houses being built. Sponsored by the Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity, the event will include special guest performers from Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey.

WHEN         Tuesday, February 25, 2014
                  4:00-5:00 p.m.

WHERE        1516 N. 35th Street
                       Richmond, Virginia

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

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

Background ____________________________________________________________________

Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity
Established in 1986, Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity is a local nonprofit Christian housing organization affiliate of the national Habitat for Humanity ministry. Its work includes constructing, rehabilitating or preserving homes; advocating for fair and just housing policies; and, providing training and access to resources to help families improve their shelter conditions.

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

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

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


Reminder: Councilwoman Michelle R. Mosby to hold meeting in the Richmond South Central 9th Voter District

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

COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS RELEASE
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Wednesday, 19 February 2014

Reminder: Councilwoman Michelle R. Mosby to hold meeting in the Richmond South Central 9th Voter District

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

WHAT         (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council Richmond South Central 9th Voter District, in Richmond, Virginia, will hold a district-wide meeting in the Richmond South Central 9th Voter District. This is part of regular meetings Councilwoman Mosby holds, which include information on her Richmond South Central 9th Voter District goals and accomplishments; a thematic agenda of current interest; and, special guests. This meeting is free and open to the public and all Richmond South Central 9th Voter District residents are invited and encouraged to attend.

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

WHEN         Thursday, February 20, 2014
                  6:00-7:30 p.m.

WHERE        First Union Baptist Church
                  6144 Derwent Road
                  Richmond, Virginia 

CONTACT   For more information, please contact The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council Richmond South Central 9th Voter District, at 804.912.6465 (tel), or michelle.mosby@richmondgov.com (email)

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

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

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



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

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

COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS RELEASE
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Wednesday, 19 February 2014


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

WHAT         (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) – As previously announced, The Honorable Parker C. Agelasto, Councilman, Richmond City Council Richmond Central 5th Voter District will hold a district-wide meeting in the Richmond Central 5th Voter District on Thursday, February 20, 2014. (Note: This meeting was formerly scheduled for Wednesday, February 12, 2014, but had to be rescheduled due to inclement weather.)

                              This is part of regular meetings Councilman Agelasto holds, which include information on his Richmond Central 5th Voter District goals and accomplishments; a thematic agenda of current interest; and, special guests. This meeting is free and open to the public and all Richmond Central 5th Voter District residents are invited and encouraged to attend. The planned agenda/discussion topics for the upcoming meeting include:

·   Richmond Public Schools Update
The Honorable Mamie L. Taylor, Trustee, Richmond Public Schools Board of Trustees Richmond Central 5th Voter District

·   Updates: The Honorable Parker C. Agelasto, Councilman, Richmond City Council Richmond Central 5th Voter District
-       Richmond City Stadium
-       Mayor’s Economic Development Plan for Shockoe  Bottom and the Boulevard
-       Monroe Park Discussion

·   Questions, comments, ideas, suggestions and concerns
                      

WHEN         Thursday, February 20, 2014

                  6:30-8:00 p.m.


WHERE        Richmond Department of Parks Recreation and Community Facilities Byrd Park Round House
                       600 S. Boulevard; Richmond, Virginia
         
WHO          The Honorable Parker C. Agelasto, Councilman
                        Richmond City Council Richmond Central 5th Voter District
                                                                                      
CONTACT   For more information, please contact The Honorable Parker C. Agelasto, Councilman, Richmond City Council Richmond Central 5th Voter District, at 804.646.6050 (tel), or parker.agelasto@richmondgov.com (email)


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

Wednesday, April 9, 2014; 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Richmond Public Schools - George Wythe High School
4314 Crutchfield Street; Richmond, Virginia

Wednesday, June 11, 2014; 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Maymont Stone Barn; 1700 Hampton Street; Richmond, Virginia

Wednesday, August 13, 2014; 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Randolph Community Center; 1425 Grayland Ave.; Richmond, VA

Wednesday, October 8, 2014; 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Richmond Public Schools - Swansboro Elementary School
3160 Midlothian Turnpike; Richmond, Virginia

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


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

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

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