Councilman Addison to hold joint meeting with School Board Member Doerr for the Richmond West End 1st Voter District

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Thursday, 28 September 2017

Councilman Addison to hold joint meeting with School Board Member Doerr for the Richmond West End 1st Voter District

All Richmond West End 1st Voter District residents invited to attend

WHAT         (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) – The Honorable Andreas D. Addison, Richmond City Council, Richmond West End 1st Voter District, will hold a meeting for the Richmond West End 1st Voter District. This will be a joint meeting with The Honorable Liz B. Doerr, School Board Member, Richmond Public Schools Board of Trustees, Richmond West End 1st Voter District. The planned agenda for the meeting includes the following:

AGENDA

                                                             

·         Richmond's New Leaf Collection Program

·         Richmond's New Bulk Trash Program

·         Map of Additional Governmental Services Completed (YTD): Richmond West End 1st Voter District

·         Updates: Traffic, Pedestrian, and Bicycle

·         Superintendent Search: Richmond Public Schools

·         Priorities: Richmond Public Schools Board of Trustees

                                                                                                     

WHEN         Thursday, October 5, 2017

6:00-7:30 p.m.                    

WHERE        Richmond Public Schools - Albert Hill Middle School - Media Center

                  3400 Patterson Avenue, Richmond, Virginia 23221

                       Signs will be posted with directions to the Media Center.

CONTACT   For more information, please contact Chelsi Bennett, Liaison for The Honorable Andreas D. Addison, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Richmond West End 1st Voter District, at 804.646.5935 (tel), or chelsi.bennett@richmondgov.com (email).

                     

This meeting is part of regular meetings Councilman Addison typically holds, which include information on his Richmond West End 1st 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 West End 1st Voter District residents are invited and encouraged to attend.

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On the passing of Donnie "Dirt Woman" Corker

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

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Tuesday, 26 September 2017

A statement from

The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman

Richmond City Council, Richmond Southside 8th Voter District

On the passing of Donnie "Dirt Woman" Corker

(Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) - "I've known Donnie for the many many years he lived in our 8th District, I am very sorry about his passing and he will always have a place in my heart," says The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Richmond Southside 8th Voter District. "We just talked recently and my thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time as we say goodbye to one of Richmond's most well-known personalities."

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A statement from Richmond City Council: Resolution regarding monuments

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

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

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Monday, 25 September 2017

A statement from

Richmond City Council

Resolution regarding monuments

(Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) - A resolution, patroned by Councilman Michael J. Jones, Richmond City Council, Richmond South Central 9th Voter District, is expected to be introduced tonight during the Richmond City Council Formal Meeting concerning monuments in the City of Richmond. No public hearing on this legislation is expected to be held this evening.

Richmond City Council Resolution

A resolution is an action by Richmond City Council that generally does not have the effect of law. A resolution generally expresses Council's will, intent or policy on a particular matter. Also, Richmond City Council generally appoints individuals to serve on authorities, boards and commissions and creates some ad hoc boards, commissions and committees by the adoption of a resolution. Richmond City Council Rules of Procedure V(C). Adoption of a resolution generally requires the affirmative votes of at least five members of Council. Richmond City Charter §4.07. Unlike an ordinance, Council may adopt a resolution on an expedited basis at the same time it is introduced. Richmond City Council Rules of Procedure V(B). Unlike some other localities, a resolution is not signed by the presiding officer. Instead, as with ordinances, a true copy of each adopted resolution is attested by the City (Council) Clerk and maintained in the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk. Resolutions are reviewed as to form and legality by the Richmond City Attorney prior to introduction.

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

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Monday, 26 September 2017

Councilman Chris A. Hilbert to hold a meeting for 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 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. 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 program/agenda for this meeting includes the following:

                      

                       AGENDA

·      Richmond Police Report: Issues and Updates

Richmond Police Department - 4th Police Precinct

·      Richmond New Leaf Collection Program

Mr. Torrence Robinson, Acting Deputy Director of Operations, Richmond Department of Public Works

·      Richmond Bicycle Lane Plan: Brook Road

Mr. Jakob Helmboldt, Pedestrian, Bicycle, and Trails Coordinator

Richmond Department of Public Works

·      Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District Activities & Citywide Update

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

WHEN         Thursday, September 28, 2017; 6:00-8:00 p.m.

WHERE        Richmond Public Library - Ginter Park Branch

                       1200 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond, Virginia

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

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Councilwoman Kristen Nye Larson to hold a meeting for the Richmond Southwest 4th Voter District

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

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Friday, 22 September 2017

Councilwoman Kristen Nye Larson to hold a meeting for the Richmond Southwest 4th Voter District

All Richmond Southwest 4th Voter District residents invited to attend

WHAT         (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) – The Honorable Kristen Nye Larson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Richmond Southwest 4th Voter District, will hold a meeting for the Richmond Southwest 4th Voter District. This meeting is part of regular meetings Councilwoman Larson typically holds, which include information on her Richmond Southwest 4th 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 Southwest 4th Voter District residents are invited and encouraged to attend. The planned agenda for the meeting includes the following:

AGENDA

·         Police Report

Richmond Police Department

·         Richmond Public Schools: Updates

The Honorable Jonathan Young, Trustee, Richmond Public Schools Board of Trustees, Richmond Southwest 4th Voter District

·         Forest Hill Lake Update

Richmond Department of Public Utilities

·         Leaf Collection Update

Bobby Vincent, Director, Richmond Department of Public Works

·         Q & A

The Honorable Kristen Nye Larson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Richmond Southwest 4th Voter District

Meeting will include distribution of free biodegradable leaf bags.

                           

WHEN          Thursday, September 28, 2017

                        6:30-7:30 p.m.     

WHERE        Richmond Public Schools

                  Huguenot High School New Community Center

                       7945 Forest Hill Avenue (Please use entrance #26 from the west parking lot - center located at the North West corner of the building); Richmond, Virginia

CONTACT   For more information please contact Bryce H. Lyle, Liaison for The Honorable Kristen Nye Larson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Richmond Southwest 4th Voter District, at 804.646.5646 (tel), or bryce.lyle@richmondgov.com (email).

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Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson to hold a Meeting for the Richmond Gateway 6th Voter District

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

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Wednesday, 20 September 2017

Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson to hold a Meeting for 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 meeting for the Richmond Gateway 6th Voter District. This meeting is part of individual meetings Councilwoman Robertson typically holds throughout the year that include information on her goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda; and, special guests. The meeting is 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. Parking available for the first 40 cars in the parking lot at 2^nd and Grace Streets. The planned program/agenda for this meeting includes the following:

                 

                  PROGRAM/AGENDA

                  "Priced Out: Gentrification Changing the Faces of Neighborhoods: Redlining in Richmond"

·         Housing Opportunities Made Equal (HOME)

·         Mr. Ritchie McKeithen, City Assessor

Richmond City Council Office of the Assessor of Real Estate

·         Tax Abatements for Seniors and People with Disabilities and

Tax Amnesty Information

·         Sale of Tax Delinquent Properties

WHEN         Saturday, September 23, 2017

                  10:00 a.m. - Noon

                   

WHERE        Richmond Public Library - Main Library

                       101 E. Franklin Street; Richmond, Virginia

                       Parking is available for the first 40 cars in the

                       parking lot at 2^nd and Grace Streets.

CONTACT   For more information, please contact Mr. Kiya Stokes, Liaison for The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Richmond Gateway 6th Voter District, at 804.646.7964 (tel), or kiya.stokes@richmondgov.com (email)

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

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

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Tuesday, 19 September 2017

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

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

         

WHAT         (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) – The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Richmond East End 7th Voter District, will hold a meeting for the Richmond East End 7th Voter District. This meeting is part of regular meetings she typically holds, which include information on her Richmond East End 7th 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 East End 7th Voter District residents are invited and encouraged to attend. The planned meeting agenda includes:

AGENDA

·         Public Safety Update for the Richmond East End 7th Voter District

- Police Chief Alfred Durham; Capt. Sybil El-Amin, Richmond 1st Police Precinct Commander; Lt. Johnny McRoy, and

   Acting Lt. Stanley Sutton - Richmond Police Department

- Richmond Department of Fire and Emergency Services

·         Richmond Tax Amnesty Program

John Wack, Director of Finance

Richmond Department of Finance

                                                             

·         Development Projects in the Richmond East End 7th Voter District

- Creighton Court Transformation/Armstrong Site

- 25th Street Grocery Store

WHEN         Tuesday, September 26, 2017

6:00-7:30 p.m.

                   

WHERE        Richmond East District Initiative Government Services Building

                       701 North 25th Street; Richmond, Virginia

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).

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A statement from Richmond City Council Regarding Saturday's Events

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

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Monday, 18 September 2017

A statement from

Richmond City Council

Regarding Saturday's Events

(Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) - "Richmond City Council thanks and commends the Richmond Police Department and all partnering state, local, and federal law enforcement and public service entities and agencies for proactively coordinating, communicating, and providing professional management and support regarding the assemblies in Richmond on Saturday, September 16, 2017. Richmond City Council also recognizes and thanks all Richmond residents whose efforts helped to ease potential difficulties and preserve peace in our community."

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Richmond Residents invited to take a survey questionnaire evaluating necessity of a local government Human Rights Commission

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

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Wednesday, 6 September 2017

Richmond Residents invited to take a survey questionnaire evaluating necessity of a local government Human Rights Commission

All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to participate

         

WHAT         (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) - The Richmond City Council Task Force on the Establishment of a Human Rights Commission invites Richmond Residents to take a survey questionnaire to assist it in evaluating the need for and scope of a local government commission on human rights. The questionnaire is available online, at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HumanRightsTaskForceSurvey.

                       The questionnaire is part of the continuing efforts of the task force that was  established by Richmond City Council on November 14, 2016 by Richmond City Council Ordinance # 2016-254.

WHEN         The deadline for taking the questionnaire is 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 21, 2017.

                   

CONTACT   For more information, and/or to obtain and submit a written survey questionnaire, please contact Ms. Joyce L. Davis, Council Policy Analyst/Staff Administrator for the Richmond City Council Task Force on the Establishment of a Human Rights Commission, at 804.646.5009 (tel), or joyce.davis@richmondgov.com (email)

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