Richmond City Council to host 2013 Richmond-Metro Senior Fest: Information and Resource Fair sponsored by JenCare

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, 25 October 2013 Richmond City Council to host 2013 Richmond-Metro Senior Fest: Information and Resource Fair sponsored by JenCare To include more than 40 booths and entertainment: All Richmond-Metro Seniors and caregivers invited and encouraged to attend WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council will host a 2013 Richmond-Metro Senior Fest event. This event is being sponsored by JenCare (a local medical services provider) and is free and open to the public. All Richmond-Metro seniors (55 and older), caregivers and people with disabilities are invited and encouraged to attend. This information and resource fair will include more than 40 informational booths; exciting learning opportunities; musical entertainment; and, fun activities. WHEN Thursday, October 31, 2013 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. WHERE Richmond-Metro Convention Center 403 North 3rd Street, Richmond, Virginia WHO Richmond-Metro seniors (55 and older), caregivers and people with disabilities CONTACT For more information please contact the event coordinator Sam Patterson, at 804.646.3012 (tel), or sam.patterson@richmondgov.com (email) - 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.

Councilwoman Cynthia I. Newbille invites all to ribbon cutting launch of the latest participant in the "Get Fresh East End! Healthy Corner Store" program

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, 23 October 2013 Councilwoman Cynthia I. Newbille invites all to ribbon cutting launch of the latest participant in the "Get Fresh East End! Healthy Corner Store" program Quick Mart to be newest participant in program WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, East End 7th Voter District, invites the entire community to attend the ribbon cutting launch of the latest "Get Fresh East End! Healthy Corner Store" program participant in Richmond. This event is free and open to the public and the entire community is invited and encouraged to attend. The Quick Mart, located at 1621 Williamsburg Road in Richmond's Greater Fulton Neighborhood, will be the site of the newest Get Fresh East End! Healthy Corner Store program, and is the second convenience store this year take part in the new initiative being implemented in the Richmond East End 7th Voter District. On July 18, 2013, the Clay Street Market, located at 501 N. 30th Street, became the first participant location. Plans for implementation of the "Get Fresh East End! Healthy Corner Store" program at the Quick Mart; such as increasing the types and amounts of fresh, locally grown, fruits and vegetables they sell, will be discussed during the event. Festivities will include free food tastings, cooking demonstrations, and information on healthy eating. They will also include free flu shots, courtesy of Walgreens and the Virginia Department of Health Office of the Richmond Health District. Born out of public-private partnerships with state and local elected officials, government departments, organizations, individuals and businesses; the "Get Fresh East End! Healthy Corner Store" program is being overseen by Tricycle Gardens, a local Richmond nonprofit organization committed to helping grow healthy food, healthy communities and healthy local food systems. Richmond's "Get Fresh East End! Healthy Corner Store" program is being modeled after "Healthy Corner Stores" initiatives that are being developed around the country aimed at helping to increase the health and wellness of communities. While there is no standard definition of what constitutes a "Healthy Corner Store," the initiative hopes to increase the sale and access to healthy foods. Studies show that communities without large food supermarkets located in them are also those whose populations have increased rates of health issues, such as diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease. Often referred to as "food deserts," these areas are being targeted in hopes that increasing access to healthy foods and encouraging healthy lifestyle choices may help to lessen risks and improve the health of families. WHEN Thursday, October 24, 2013 Noon - 1:30 p.m. WHERE Quick Mart 1621 Williamsburg Road Richmond, Virginia 23221 (In the Richmond East End 7th Voter 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). or Ms. Claire Sadeghzadeth, at 804.231.7767 (tel); or claire@tricyclegardens.org (email) - 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.

Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson encourages everyone to attend the 5th Annual Hull Street Festival in Richmond

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 Friday, 18 October 2013 Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson encourages everyone to attend the 5th Annual Hull Street Festival in Richmond Event is free and open to the public WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Gateway 6th Voter District, encourages everyone to attend the 5th Annual Hull Street Festival in Richmond, Virginia. This successful fun-filled family event is hosted by the Hull Street Merchants Association and is free and open to the public. Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend. This year's Hull Street Festival will include, but is not limited to, the following important attractions: • Music • Food • Culture • Vendors • Youth Area WHEN Saturday, October 19, 2013 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. WHERE Hull Street (Between 13th Street and Cowardin Avenue) Richmond, Virginia CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson, at 804.646.5348 (tel), or ellen.robertson@richmondgov.com (email) or Milton Vice, President, Hull Street Merchants Association, at 804.837.0340, or milton.vice@hullstreetmerchants.com - 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.

Councilwoman Michelle R. Mosby seeking those interested in serving as members of the new Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission

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, 18 October 2013 Councilwoman Michelle R. Mosby seeking those interested in serving as members of the new Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission Volunteer position: Commission includes 21 members WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District, and Chairman of the new Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission, is seeking those interested in being appointed as members of the Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission, which was established by Richmond City Council on September 23, 2013 by Richmond City Council Ordinance # 2013-192-176. The goal of the Commission is to explore the development of high-quality career and technical education options for K-12th grade students, young adults, displaced workers and those reentering the workforce. All persons interested in applying to be appointed to serve as a member of the Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission are invited to: 1. Apply online at: http://www.richmondgov.com/CityCouncil/CouncilBoardsCommissions.aspx or http://eservices.ci.richmond.va.us/applications/boardscommissions/index.aspx; 2. Pick up an application from the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at Richmond City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200; Richmond, Virginia 23219; or 3. Call the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955, to be mailed an application. The Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission is to include the following 21 members: • A Member of the Richmond City Council Health, Human Services and Education Standing Committee, who shall serve as Chairman; • Two representatives from the Richmond Public Schools Administration; • A member of the Richmond Public Schools Board of Trustees; • A representative from the Richmond Department of Economic and Community Development; • A representative from the Greater Richmond Partnership; • A representative from the Richmond - Capital Regional Workforce Partnership Resource Workforce Investment Board member representing Richmond on the Board; • A representative from the Richmond Public Schools Richmond Technical Center Career and Technical Education Advisory Council; • A representative from the Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce; • Ten at-large members who shall either (1) reside or operate a business within the City of Richmond or (ii) be representatives of an organization promoting education or workforce development; and • Two members appointed by the Mayor by letter to the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk. WHO The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District; Chairman, Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilwoman Michelle R. Mosby, at 804.646.5497 (tel); or, michelle.mosby@richmondgov.com (email); or, the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955. Background ________________________________________________________________________ Richmond government boards, commissions, committees and task forces ____________ Critical to the foundation of our citizen-run government, Richmond City Council regularly establishes and/or appoints members to serve on local Richmond and regional government boards, commissions, committees and task forces to assist with providing oversight on various topics, programs and services. Appointed public bodies provide additional intellectual assistance on subjects that shape the quality of our lives, neighborhoods and city and increase our government openness, inclusion and transparency. Richmond citizens are invited and encouraged to serve. Service on these entities provides residents with additional opportunities to participate in and learn more about their government and to provide their education, experience, skills and abilities in service of their community. Time commitments vary from a few hours a year, up to 20 hours a month. Appointments are made throughout the year as vacancies occur and new entities are created and meeting times, dates, locations and frequency are scheduled as needed. Individual requirements for appointment consideration are different for each entity, which range from advisory to policy to governing. Richmond City Council currently appoints members to about 60 local and regional public bodies; most of which are volunteer/non-paid positions. In addition, Council appoints members to five (5) non-governmental organizations and one (1) federal government entity. Appointed terms include project-oriented ones that exist for a few months and more long-term ones that last up to three years (unless otherwise specified and/or service may be longer if a new appointment has not been made and the incumbent is willing to continue service until that time.) Generally, incumbents may be considered for reappointment (as appropriate/allowed) at the conclusion of their term and may serve up to two successive full terms. (Note: It is possible for a person to be appointed to serve to fill a remainder of a partial unexpired term then be appointed twice more to serve two subsequent successive terms). Those interested in being appointed to serve as a member of a local Richmond or regional public government body or non-government organization, that Richmond City Council appoints members to, are invited to review the descriptions, purposes and individual membership requirements and vacancies and apply online at: http://www.richmondgov.com/CityCouncil/CouncilBoardsCommissions.aspx or http://eservices.ci.richmond.va.us/applications/boardscommissions/index.aspx CONTACT For more information and/or updated list, please call the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955; or visit - http://www.richmondgov.com/CityCouncil/CouncilBoardsCommissions.aspx - 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.

Councilwoman Michelle R. Mosby seeking those interested in serving as members of the new Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission

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, 18 October 2013 Councilwoman Michelle R. Mosby seeking those interested in serving as members of the new Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission Volunteer position: Commission includes 21 members WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District, and Chairman of the new Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission, is seeking those interested in being appointed as members of the Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission, which was established by Richmond City Council on September 23, 2013 by Richmond City Council Ordinance # 2013-192-176. The goal of the Commission is to explore the development of high-quality career and technical education options for K-12th grade students, young adults, displaced workers and those reentering the workforce. All persons interested in applying to be appointed to serve as a member of the Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission are invited to: 1. Apply online at: http://www.richmondgov.com/CityCouncil/CouncilBoardsCommissions.aspx or http://eservices.ci.richmond.va.us/applications/boardscommissions/index.aspx; 2. Pick up an application from the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at Richmond City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200; Richmond, Virginia 23219; or 3. Call the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955, to be mailed an application. The Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission is to include the following 21 members: • A Member of the Richmond City Council Health, Human Services and Education Standing Committee, who shall serve as Chairman; • Two representatives from the Richmond Public Schools Administration; • A member of the Richmond Public Schools Board of Trustees; • A representative from the Richmond Department of Economic and Community Development; • A representative from the Greater Richmond Partnership; • A representative from the Richmond - Capital Regional Workforce Partnership Resource Workforce Investment Board member representing Richmond on the Board; • A representative from the Richmond Public Schools Richmond Technical Center Career and Technical Education Advisory Council; • A representative from the Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce; • Ten at-large members who shall either (1) reside or operate a business within the City of Richmond or (ii) be representatives of an organization promoting education or workforce development; and • Two members appointed by the Mayor by letter to the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk. WHO The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, South Central 9th Voter District; Chairman, Richmond City Council Career and Technical Education Commission CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilwoman Michelle R. Mosby, at 804.646.5497 (tel); or, michelle.mosby@richmondgov.com (email); or, the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955. Background ________________________________________________________________________ Richmond government boards, commissions, committees and task forces ____________ Critical to the foundation of our citizen-run government, Richmond City Council regularly establishes and/or appoints members to serve on local Richmond and regional government boards, commissions, committees and task forces to assist with providing oversight on various topics, programs and services. Appointed public bodies provide additional intellectual assistance on subjects that shape the quality of our lives, neighborhoods and city and increase our government openness, inclusion and transparency. Richmond citizens are invited and encouraged to serve. Service on these entities provides residents with additional opportunities to participate in and learn more about their government and to provide their education, experience, skills and abilities in service of their community. Time commitments vary from a few hours a year, up to 20 hours a month. Appointments are made throughout the year as vacancies occur and new entities are created and meeting times, dates, locations and frequency are scheduled as needed. Individual requirements for appointment consideration are different for each entity, which range from advisory to policy to governing. Richmond City Council currently appoints members to about 60 local and regional public bodies; most of which are volunteer/non-paid positions. In addition, Council appoints members to five (5) non-governmental organizations and one (1) federal government entity. Appointed terms include project-oriented ones that exist for a few months and more long-term ones that last up to three years (unless otherwise specified and/or service may be longer if a new appointment has not been made and the incumbent is willing to continue service until that time.) Generally, incumbents may be considered for reappointment (as appropriate/allowed) at the conclusion of their term and may serve up to two successive full terms. (Note: It is possible for a person to be appointed to serve to fill a remainder of a partial unexpired term then be appointed twice more to serve two subsequent successive terms). Those interested in being appointed to serve as a member of a local Richmond or regional public government body or non-government organization, that Richmond City Council appoints members to, are invited to review the descriptions, purposes and individual membership requirements and vacancies and apply online at: http://www.richmondgov.com/CityCouncil/CouncilBoardsCommissions.aspx or http://eservices.ci.richmond.va.us/applications/boardscommissions/index.aspx CONTACT For more information and/or updated list, please call the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955; or visit - http://www.richmondgov.com/CityCouncil/CouncilBoardsCommissions.aspx - 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.

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

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 Tuesday, 15 October 2013 Councilwoman Reva M. Trammell to hold a meeting in Richmond Southside 8th Voter District All Southside 8th Voter District residents 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 Trammell personally holds monthly meetings that include information on her goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda, special guests, parking and refreshments. Councilwoman Trammell invites all Richmond Southside 8th Voter District residents to attend and bring their family, friends and neighbors. These meetings are free and open to the public. Agenda and Guests • Mr. Norman Merrifield, Director Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities • Ms. Deborah Morton, Deputy Director Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities • Mr. Larry Miller, Deputy Director II Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities • Richmond Police Officers and Firefighters who serve and protect our community Richmond Police Department Richmond Department of Fire and Emergency Services WHEN Thursday, October 17, 2013 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 - 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.

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

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 Tuesday, 15 October 2013 Councilman Parker C. Agelasto to hold meeting in the Richmond Central 5th Voter District All Richmond Central 5th Voter District residents 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 hold a district-wide meeting in the Richmond Central 5th Voter District. This is part of regular meetings he holds, which include information on his 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: Agenda • Virginia General Assembly - Update The Honorable Betsy Carr, Virginia State Delegate Virginia House of Delegates 69th Voter District • Richmond Code Enforcement Presentation Mark Bridgman, Richmond Community Assisted Public Safety (CAPS) Program Manager, Richmond Department of Planning and Development Review • Richmond Citizens' Request System and See, Click, Fix - Presentations Richmond Government Administration • Richmond Capital Improvement Plan Requests/Updates for the Richmond Central 5th Voter District The Honorable Parker C. Agelasto, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Central 5th Voter District • Richmond Public Schools Update The Honorable Mamie L. Taylor, Member Richmond Public Schools Board of Trustees - Central 5th Voter District • Questions, comments, ideas, suggestions and concerns WHEN Wednesday, October 23, 2013 6:30-8:00 p.m. WHERE Richmond Public Schools - Swansboro Elementary School 3160 Midlothian Turnpike 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) UPCOMING SCHEDULE ___________________________________________________________________ Meetings held: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Thursday, December 12, 2013 (Holiday Party) Virginia War Memorial 621 South Belvidere Street Richmond, Virginia - 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.