Councilwoman Reva M. Trammell, Southside 8th District, Richmond City Council will hold a meeting tonight in the Southside 8th District. This meeting will include information on a proposed new apartment complex to be built near the site of the old Madison Arms Apartment Complex at Drake Street and Lynhaven Avenue.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Thursday, 15 July 2010 - Updated
Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold a meeting tonight in Richmond’s Southside 8th District
Proposal for new apartment complex to be built near site of old Madison Arms Apartment Complex at Drake Street and Lynhaven Avenue
WHAT Councilwoman Reva M. Trammell, Southside 8th District, Richmond City Council will hold a meeting tonight in the Southside 8th District. This meeting will include information on a proposed new apartment complex to be built near the site of the old Madison Arms Apartment Complex at Drake Street and Lynhaven Avenue.
The agenda and special guest for this meeting will include:
• Proposed new apartment complex to be built at site of old Madison Arms Apartment Complex at Drake Street and Lynhaven Avenue
• Capt. Scott Booth, Commander, Richmond Police Department 2nd Precinct
• Capt. Odetta Johnson, Commander, Richmond Police Department 1st Precinct
Councilwoman Trammel personally holds individual monthly meetings that include information on her goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda, and special guests. The meetings are free and all of Richmond’s Southside 8th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Thursday, 15 July 2010
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 District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilwoman Trammell, at 804-240-5050 (mobile); or, 233-7382 (home), or via email, at reva.trammell@richmondgov.com
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
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.
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Councilman Bruce Tyler to hold meeting: Future of Bandy Field Park to be discussed
Richmond City Councilman Bruce W. Tyler, West End 1st District, Richmond City Council, will hold a meeting in the West End 1st District. Councilman Tyler holds individual meetings in Richmond’s West End 1st District throughout the year, typically at the same time and place, on the fourth Tuesday of every other month. His meetings include information on his goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda of current interest and special guests. The meetings are free and all West End 1st District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, 15 July 2010
Councilman Bruce Tyler to hold meeting in the West End 1st District: Future of Bandy Field Park to be discussed
Entire West End 1st District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Richmond City Councilman Bruce W. Tyler, West End 1st District, Richmond City Council, will hold a meeting in the West End 1st District. Councilman Tyler holds individual meetings in Richmond’s West End 1st District throughout the year, typically at the same time and place, on the fourth Tuesday of every other month. His meetings include information on his goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda of current interest and special guests. The meetings are free and all West End 1st District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend.
This meeting will include:
Agenda ____________________________________________________
• Future of Bandy Field Park
Bandy Field Park is a city-owned park managed by the Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities. A public discussion will include the potential creation of a Conservation Easement of the site.
o J. R. Pope, Director
Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities
• Richmond Police Department
Report
WHEN Tuesday, 27 July 2010
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Public Schools - Mary Munford Elementary School
211 Westmoreland Street (Between Cary Street and Grove Avenue in Richmond’s West End)
WHO The Honorable Bruce W. Tyler, Councilman
West End 1st District, Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilman Bruce Tyler, at 804.357.6007; or bruce.tyler@richmondgov.com; or, Jennifer Walle, at 363.3442/jennifer.walle@richmondgov.com.
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Background on Bandy Field Park
Bandy Field Park was established as a Richmond City Park by Richmond City Council on May 10, 1999. The park is approximately 18-acres and is located in both Richmond (4.42 acres est.) and Henrico County (13.58 acres est.) at the northwest corner of Three Chopt and Bandy Roads in Richmond’s West End - near the Village Shopping Center
Originally the space, now known as Bandy Field Park, was located in Henrico County. When part of Henrico County was annexed into the City of Richmond in 1942, the land was split between Richmond and Henrico County. In 1955, Richmond purchased the remaining County land for a potential school site, as there were plans for further annexations which did not materialize. The site then became Richmond Surplus Property.
Over the years, City and County residents began using “Bandy Field” as a neighborhood park and playground. During that time, a number of entities have been interested in purchasing the property for commercial development.
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RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, 15 July 2010
Councilman Bruce Tyler to hold meeting in the West End 1st District: Future of Bandy Field Park to be discussed
Entire West End 1st District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Richmond City Councilman Bruce W. Tyler, West End 1st District, Richmond City Council, will hold a meeting in the West End 1st District. Councilman Tyler holds individual meetings in Richmond’s West End 1st District throughout the year, typically at the same time and place, on the fourth Tuesday of every other month. His meetings include information on his goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda of current interest and special guests. The meetings are free and all West End 1st District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend.
This meeting will include:
Agenda ____________________________________________________
• Future of Bandy Field Park
Bandy Field Park is a city-owned park managed by the Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities. A public discussion will include the potential creation of a Conservation Easement of the site.
o J. R. Pope, Director
Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities
• Richmond Police Department
Report
WHEN Tuesday, 27 July 2010
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Public Schools - Mary Munford Elementary School
211 Westmoreland Street (Between Cary Street and Grove Avenue in Richmond’s West End)
WHO The Honorable Bruce W. Tyler, Councilman
West End 1st District, Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilman Bruce Tyler, at 804.357.6007; or bruce.tyler@richmondgov.com; or, Jennifer Walle, at 363.3442/jennifer.walle@richmondgov.com.
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Background on Bandy Field Park
Bandy Field Park was established as a Richmond City Park by Richmond City Council on May 10, 1999. The park is approximately 18-acres and is located in both Richmond (4.42 acres est.) and Henrico County (13.58 acres est.) at the northwest corner of Three Chopt and Bandy Roads in Richmond’s West End - near the Village Shopping Center
Originally the space, now known as Bandy Field Park, was located in Henrico County. When part of Henrico County was annexed into the City of Richmond in 1942, the land was split between Richmond and Henrico County. In 1955, Richmond purchased the remaining County land for a potential school site, as there were plans for further annexations which did not materialize. The site then became Richmond Surplus Property.
Over the years, City and County residents began using “Bandy Field” as a neighborhood park and playground. During that time, a number of entities have been interested in purchasing the property for commercial development.
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Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson to hold meeting in Gateway 6th District
Richmond City Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson, Gateway 6th District, will host a meeting in the Gateway 6th District. This is a continuation of regular meetings she typically holds on the second Saturday of each month, which include information on her Gateway 6th District goals and accomplishments; a thematic agenda of current interest; and, special guests. All Gateway 6th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. Free refreshments will be served. Parking is Free.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, 6 July 2010
Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson to hold meeting in Gateway 6th District
All Gateway 6th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT
Richmond City Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson, Gateway 6th District, will host a meeting in the Gateway 6th District. This is a continuation of regular meetings she typically holds on the second Saturday of each month, which include information on her Gateway 6th District goals and accomplishments; a thematic agenda of current interest; and, special guests. All Gateway 6th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. Free refreshments will be served. Parking is Free.
The Agenda for this meeting will include:
Discussion Agenda ___________________________________________________
• 2010-2011 City of Richmond Government Contracts
• Procedures for securing Richmond Economic Development projects
• Small, minority and Section 3 Richmond Government Contract opportunities
Refreshments _________________________________________________________
Free refreshments will be served
WHEN
Saturday, 10 July 2010, 10:00 a.m. – Noon
WHEREBank of America Building, 18th floor (12th & Main Streets)
Free Parking in the James Center (Omni Hotel) Cary Street Parking Deck. (Enter on the right side of Cary Street across from Bank of America. Parking coupon provided at meeting.)
WHO
The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Gateway 6th District
CONTACT
For more information, please contact Lynne Lancaster, Council Liaison, Richmond City Council, Gateway 6th District, at 804.646.7964 (office) or lynne.lancaster@richmondgov.com; www.ellenroberton.com (website)
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, 6 July 2010
Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson to hold meeting in Gateway 6th District
All Gateway 6th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT
Richmond City Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson, Gateway 6th District, will host a meeting in the Gateway 6th District. This is a continuation of regular meetings she typically holds on the second Saturday of each month, which include information on her Gateway 6th District goals and accomplishments; a thematic agenda of current interest; and, special guests. All Gateway 6th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. Free refreshments will be served. Parking is Free.
The Agenda for this meeting will include:
Discussion Agenda ___________________________________________________
• 2010-2011 City of Richmond Government Contracts
• Procedures for securing Richmond Economic Development projects
• Small, minority and Section 3 Richmond Government Contract opportunities
Refreshments _________________________________________________________
Free refreshments will be served
WHEN
Saturday, 10 July 2010, 10:00 a.m. – Noon
WHEREBank of America Building, 18th floor (12th & Main Streets)
Free Parking in the James Center (Omni Hotel) Cary Street Parking Deck. (Enter on the right side of Cary Street across from Bank of America. Parking coupon provided at meeting.)
WHO
The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Gateway 6th District
CONTACT
For more information, please contact Lynne Lancaster, Council Liaison, Richmond City Council, Gateway 6th District, at 804.646.7964 (office) or lynne.lancaster@richmondgov.com; www.ellenroberton.com (website)
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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.
Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold a meeting in Richmond’s Southside 8th District
Councilwoman Reva M. Trammell, Southside 8th District, Richmond City Council will hold a meeting in the Southside 8th District. This meeting will include information on a proposed new apartment complex to be built near the site of the old Madison Arms Apartment Complex at Drake Street and Lynhaven Avenue.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, 6 July 2010
Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold a meeting in Richmond’s Southside 8th District
Proposal for new apartment complex to be built near site of old Madison Arms Apartment Complex at Drake Street and Lynhaven Avenue
WHAT
Councilwoman Reva M. Trammell, Southside 8th District, Richmond City Council will hold a meeting in the Southside 8th District. This meeting will include information on a proposed new apartment complex to be built near the site of the old Madison Arms Apartment Complex at Drake Street and Lynhaven Avenue.
The agenda and special guest for this meeting will include:
• Proposed new apartment complex to be built near the site of the old Madison Arms Apartment Complex at Drake Street and Lynhaven Avenue
• Capt. Scott Booth, Commander, Richmond Police Department 2nd Precinct
• Capt. Odetta Johnson, Commander, Richmond Police Department 1st Precinct
Councilwoman Trammel personally holds individual monthly meetings that include information on her goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda, and special guests. The meetings are free and all of Richmond’s Southside 8th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Thursday, 15 July 2010
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 District
CONTACT
For more information, please contact Councilwoman Trammell, at 804-240-5050 (mobile); or, 233-7382 (home), or via email, at reva.trammell@richmondgov.com
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, 6 July 2010
Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold a meeting in Richmond’s Southside 8th District
Proposal for new apartment complex to be built near site of old Madison Arms Apartment Complex at Drake Street and Lynhaven Avenue
WHAT
Councilwoman Reva M. Trammell, Southside 8th District, Richmond City Council will hold a meeting in the Southside 8th District. This meeting will include information on a proposed new apartment complex to be built near the site of the old Madison Arms Apartment Complex at Drake Street and Lynhaven Avenue.
The agenda and special guest for this meeting will include:
• Proposed new apartment complex to be built near the site of the old Madison Arms Apartment Complex at Drake Street and Lynhaven Avenue
• Capt. Scott Booth, Commander, Richmond Police Department 2nd Precinct
• Capt. Odetta Johnson, Commander, Richmond Police Department 1st Precinct
Councilwoman Trammel personally holds individual monthly meetings that include information on her goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda, and special guests. The meetings are free and all of Richmond’s Southside 8th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Thursday, 15 July 2010
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 District
CONTACT
For more information, please contact Councilwoman Trammell, at 804-240-5050 (mobile); or, 233-7382 (home), or via email, at reva.trammell@richmondgov.com
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
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.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Richmond Government Budget for FY 2011 begins today
The Richmond Government Budget for FY 2011, that was approved by Richmond City Council on Monday, May 24, 2010, begins today, July 1, 2010, and runs through June 30, 2011. Council's budget deliberations spanned three months, from mid-March until final adoption and took place during two dozen Council meetings and special work sessions. During the process, Council acted to keep the 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate the same as last year, at $1.20 per $100 in assessed real estate value; and, approved Richmond Real Estate Taxes to be divided into two collections a year instead of all at once.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, 1 July 2010
Richmond Government Budget for FY 2011 begins today
Richmond City Government Budget reduced more than $118 Million over three years; Council kept the Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate the lowest in more than 30 years, down $.92 since 1980.
(Richmond, Virginia) – The Richmond Government Budget for FY 2011, that was approved by Richmond City Council on Monday, May 24, 2010, begins today, July 1, 2010, and runs through June 30, 2011. Council's budget deliberations spanned three months, from mid-March until final adoption and took place during two dozen Council meetings and special work sessions. During the process, Council acted to keep the 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate the same as last year, at $1.20 per $100 in assessed real estate value; and, approved Richmond Real Estate Taxes to be divided into two collections a year instead of all at once.
Highlights of Richmond Government Budget for FY 2011 include:
• Council's approved Richmond City Government Budget for FY 2011 is more than $82 million less than FY2010, which was more than $36 million less than FY2009, for a three year total Richmond City Government Budget reduction of more than $118 Million.
• Council cut Mayor's proposed FY 2011 budget by an additional $5.2 million ($4.6 million of which was the result in state revenue reductions to Richmond Public Schools).
• Council kept the Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate the lowest in more than 30 years, down $.92 since 1980.
• Council approved splitting up the payments of Richmond Real Estate Taxes and, beginning in 2011, they will be divided in two and collected two times a year (January and July) instead of all at once. This move will decrease interest costs needed when borrowing money to pay for services until tax collections are made.
• Council added additional $2.5 Million for repairs and maintenance for Richmond Public Schools.
• Council approved a loan program for local small businesses/community development.
• Richmond City Government Fiscal Year Budgets (recent)
Fiscal Year Amount
FY 2011 $1,370,402,375
FY 2010 $1,452,474,815
FY 2009 $1,488,752,425
• Richmond Real Estate Tax Rates (historic)
Per $100 in Assessed property value
2010-2008 $1.20
2007 $1.23
2006 $1.29
2005 $1.33
2004-2003 $1.37955
2002 $1.38975
2001 $1.41
200-1997 $1.43
1996-1994 $1.445
1993-1992 $1.45
1991-1990 $1.46
1989-1987 $1.53
1986-1985 $1.47
1984 $1.50
1983-1982 $1.533
1981 $1.58
1980 $2.12
• New Richmond Real Estate Tax Payment Schedule
Beginning Calendar Year 2011, our Richmond Real Estate Taxes will be divided into two collections a year instead of all at once. Market valuation data will lag one year. Please find the new payment schedule below:
Current Calendar Year Payment Schedule
Year Month Amount Due
2010 June 15 100%
NEW Calendar Year Payment Schedule
Year Month Amount Due
2011 January 14 50% due
June 14 50% due
2012 January 14 50% due
June 14 50% due
Richmond Government Budget for FY 2011includes:
• Richmond General Fund
• Richmond Capital Improvement Plan,
• Special Funds
• Enterprise Funds
• Internal Service Funds
• Federal/State/Other Funds for Richmond Public Schools.
The breakdown summery is as follows:
Richmond Total Budget Council Adopted
Richmond General Fund (Excludes School Appropriation) $488,172,920
Capital Improvement Plan $146,905,956
Special Funds $124,966,837
Enterprise Funds $330,564,428
Internal Service Funds $37,911,635
School Board $241,880,599
Total City Expenditures $1,370,402,375
CONTACT For more information, please call Daisy E. Weaver, Council Chief of Staff
at 804.646.5921 or daisy.weaver@richmondgov.com
BACKGROUND _______________________________________________________________________
As Richmond Citizens, we pool our resources to own and operate our government and decide what public services we want to invest in; the priority (investment levels) for these services; and, how we pay for them. Examples of our services include the management, oversight and delivery of such things as clean/safe water; streets/parks; firefighting/ rescue; trash/sewage removal; laws, police/courts; public transportation; and, our children’s education. Together, we own, operate, use and benefit from these services every day.
Thus, every year a proposed Richmond Government Budget (Fiscal Plan) is submitted to Richmond City Council by the Mayor, who is responsible for administering local government services. Council then reviews, analyzes and amends this budget based on the priorities of citizens.
Council's budget deliberations typically span three months, from mid-March until final adoption toward the end of May and take place during an estimated two dozen Council meetings and special work sessions that are all open to the public. During the process, Council adopts a Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate and, at the conclusion of the deliberations, votes on a Richmond City Government Budget for the upcoming Fiscal Year (FY).
The Richmond City Government Budget runs from July 1 to June 30 annually and the City operates on a two-year fiscal plan (Budget) that includes City General Fund, Capital Improvement Plan, Special Funds, Enterprise Funds, Internal Service Funds, the City’s contribution to Richmond Public Schools and additional state, federal, and other funds provided to Richmond Public Schools. The Budget is typically amended every year.
Richmond citizens were invited and encouraged to attend any and all of the public meetings and budget work sessions.
The final budget takes the form of laws, which will are available from the Richmond City Council website, at www.council.richmondva.gov. Copies will also be available for review in the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at Richmond City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200, Richmond, Virginia 23219 (804.646.7955 tel).
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, 1 July 2010
Richmond Government Budget for FY 2011 begins today
Richmond City Government Budget reduced more than $118 Million over three years; Council kept the Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate the lowest in more than 30 years, down $.92 since 1980.
(Richmond, Virginia) – The Richmond Government Budget for FY 2011, that was approved by Richmond City Council on Monday, May 24, 2010, begins today, July 1, 2010, and runs through June 30, 2011. Council's budget deliberations spanned three months, from mid-March until final adoption and took place during two dozen Council meetings and special work sessions. During the process, Council acted to keep the 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate the same as last year, at $1.20 per $100 in assessed real estate value; and, approved Richmond Real Estate Taxes to be divided into two collections a year instead of all at once.
Highlights of Richmond Government Budget for FY 2011 include:
• Council's approved Richmond City Government Budget for FY 2011 is more than $82 million less than FY2010, which was more than $36 million less than FY2009, for a three year total Richmond City Government Budget reduction of more than $118 Million.
• Council cut Mayor's proposed FY 2011 budget by an additional $5.2 million ($4.6 million of which was the result in state revenue reductions to Richmond Public Schools).
• Council kept the Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate the lowest in more than 30 years, down $.92 since 1980.
• Council approved splitting up the payments of Richmond Real Estate Taxes and, beginning in 2011, they will be divided in two and collected two times a year (January and July) instead of all at once. This move will decrease interest costs needed when borrowing money to pay for services until tax collections are made.
• Council added additional $2.5 Million for repairs and maintenance for Richmond Public Schools.
• Council approved a loan program for local small businesses/community development.
• Richmond City Government Fiscal Year Budgets (recent)
Fiscal Year Amount
FY 2011 $1,370,402,375
FY 2010 $1,452,474,815
FY 2009 $1,488,752,425
• Richmond Real Estate Tax Rates (historic)
Per $100 in Assessed property value
2010-2008 $1.20
2007 $1.23
2006 $1.29
2005 $1.33
2004-2003 $1.37955
2002 $1.38975
2001 $1.41
200-1997 $1.43
1996-1994 $1.445
1993-1992 $1.45
1991-1990 $1.46
1989-1987 $1.53
1986-1985 $1.47
1984 $1.50
1983-1982 $1.533
1981 $1.58
1980 $2.12
• New Richmond Real Estate Tax Payment Schedule
Beginning Calendar Year 2011, our Richmond Real Estate Taxes will be divided into two collections a year instead of all at once. Market valuation data will lag one year. Please find the new payment schedule below:
Current Calendar Year Payment Schedule
Year Month Amount Due
2010 June 15 100%
NEW Calendar Year Payment Schedule
Year Month Amount Due
2011 January 14 50% due
June 14 50% due
2012 January 14 50% due
June 14 50% due
Richmond Government Budget for FY 2011includes:
• Richmond General Fund
• Richmond Capital Improvement Plan,
• Special Funds
• Enterprise Funds
• Internal Service Funds
• Federal/State/Other Funds for Richmond Public Schools.
The breakdown summery is as follows:
Richmond Total Budget Council Adopted
Richmond General Fund (Excludes School Appropriation) $488,172,920
Capital Improvement Plan $146,905,956
Special Funds $124,966,837
Enterprise Funds $330,564,428
Internal Service Funds $37,911,635
School Board $241,880,599
Total City Expenditures $1,370,402,375
CONTACT For more information, please call Daisy E. Weaver, Council Chief of Staff
at 804.646.5921 or daisy.weaver@richmondgov.com
BACKGROUND _______________________________________________________________________
As Richmond Citizens, we pool our resources to own and operate our government and decide what public services we want to invest in; the priority (investment levels) for these services; and, how we pay for them. Examples of our services include the management, oversight and delivery of such things as clean/safe water; streets/parks; firefighting/ rescue; trash/sewage removal; laws, police/courts; public transportation; and, our children’s education. Together, we own, operate, use and benefit from these services every day.
Thus, every year a proposed Richmond Government Budget (Fiscal Plan) is submitted to Richmond City Council by the Mayor, who is responsible for administering local government services. Council then reviews, analyzes and amends this budget based on the priorities of citizens.
Council's budget deliberations typically span three months, from mid-March until final adoption toward the end of May and take place during an estimated two dozen Council meetings and special work sessions that are all open to the public. During the process, Council adopts a Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate and, at the conclusion of the deliberations, votes on a Richmond City Government Budget for the upcoming Fiscal Year (FY).
The Richmond City Government Budget runs from July 1 to June 30 annually and the City operates on a two-year fiscal plan (Budget) that includes City General Fund, Capital Improvement Plan, Special Funds, Enterprise Funds, Internal Service Funds, the City’s contribution to Richmond Public Schools and additional state, federal, and other funds provided to Richmond Public Schools. The Budget is typically amended every year.
Richmond citizens were invited and encouraged to attend any and all of the public meetings and budget work sessions.
The final budget takes the form of laws, which will are available from the Richmond City Council website, at www.council.richmondva.gov. Copies will also be available for review in the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at Richmond City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200, Richmond, Virginia 23219 (804.646.7955 tel).
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Richmond City Council meetings to be held in July, 2010
Richmond City Council holds an average of 12 official monthly public meetings to discuss, deliberate, and act on laws, finances and policy on behalf of our community. A summary of official Richmond City Council Official Public Meetings for July 2010 is listed below. Meeting times and dates are subject to change and more meetings may be added.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, 1 July 2010
Richmond City Council meetings to be held in July, 2010
All Richmond citizens invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Richmond City Council holds an average of 12 official monthly public meetings to discuss, deliberate, and act on laws, finances and policy on behalf of our community. A summary of official Richmond City Council Official Public Meetings for July 2010 is listed below. Meeting times and dates are subject to change and more meetings may be added.
All Richmond citizens are invited and encouraged to attend all Council meetings and to contact the Richmond Councilmember elected for their voting district (by phone, in person, via email, or by mail) to learn more; provide input; and/or ask questions. Meetings include (but are not limited to) two “Council Formal” Meeting Sessions, two “Council Informal” meetings, six Council Standing Committee meetings, and Council Public Hearings/ Special Events/Commission meetings held on an as-needed basis.
Parking - Free parking is available for Formal Council meetings in the lot next to Richmond City Hall on E. Broad St., between 10th and 11th Streets.
Televised - Formal Council meetings are televised live on local PBS TV Station, WVCW and replayed daily at Noon and 7:00 p.m. on Richmond Government Access TV Channel 17.
CONTACT For updated meeting information, please call the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955.
JULY 2010 MEETING SUMMARY ________________________________________
TUESDAY, JULY 6, 2010; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and updating policy regarding Richmond City Council internal operations, Council offices and functions of Standing Committees, Boards and Commissions.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
Frequency Typically meets the first Monday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
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MONDAY, JULY 12, 2010; 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council INFORMAL MEETING SESSION
Responsible for reviewing information and preparing for “Formal” Council meetings. Meetings may include presentations from city administration or private entities.
LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Frequency Typically meets the second and forth Monday of each month; 3:00-4:30 p.m.
(With the exception of August, when no Informal meetings are held, and holidays)
MONDAY, JULY 12, 2010; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Richmond City Council FORMAL MEETING SESSION
Responsible for deciding official Council action, which includes discussing, adopting, rejecting, and amending laws and approving the budget. Formal meetings include a time for public comment and are televised live on the local PBS station and are replayed in Richmond on Government Access Channel 17, beginning at Noon and 7:00 p.m. daily.
LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Frequency Typically meets the second and forth Monday of each month; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
(With the exception of August, when no Formal meetings are held, and holidays)
Parking Free parking for Council Formal Meetings is available in the parking lot, located next to Richmond City Hall on East Broad Street, between 10th and 11th Streets.
THURSDAY, JULY 15, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council FINANCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding city fiscal operations, which includes the budgetary process, annual/biannual fiscal plan budgets, revenue and expenses and internal fiscal controls.
LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Frequency Typically meets the third Thursday of each month; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
MONDAY, JULY 19, 2010; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council PUBLIC SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding judiciary, law enforcement, fire and emergency response and prevention, ambulance services and emergency communications.
LOCATION Richmond Police Academy - 1202 W. Graham Road (Richmond’s Northside)
Frequency Typically meets the third Monday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
TUESDAY, JULY 20, 2010; 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council LAND USE, HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding real estate, housing, environmental issues, and public transportation.
LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Frequency Typically meets the Tuesday following the 3rd Monday of each month; 3:00-4:30 p.m.
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 21, 2010; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council HEALTH, HUMAN SERVICES AND EDUCATION STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding public mental and physical health, social services, recreation, and the public library. The Committee balances the primary role of the Richmond Public Schools Board regarding oversight of Richmond Public Schools against Council’s responsibility for appropriation of public funds.
LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Frequency Typically meets the third Wednesday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
THURSDAY, JULY 22, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for reviewing general operations of all city administrative departments, agencies and offices and for making appropriate policy and operational changes and recommendations to increase efficiency and meet community priorities.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd fl; 900 E. Broad St., 2nd Floor, Conference Room
Frequency Typically meets the Fourth Thursday of each month; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
MONDAY, JULY 26, 2010; 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council INFORMAL MEETING SESSION
Responsible for reviewing information and preparing for “Formal” Council meetings. Meetings may include presentations from city administration or private entities.
LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Frequency Typically meets the second and forth Monday of each month; 3:00-4:30 p.m.
(With the exception of August, when no Informal meetings are held, and holidays)
MONDAY, JULY 26,, 2010; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Richmond City Council FORMAL MEETING SESSION
Responsible for deciding official Council action, which includes discussing, adopting, rejecting, and amending laws and approving the budget. Formal meetings include a time for public comment and are televised live on the local PBS station and are replayed in Richmond on Government Access Channel 17, beginning at Noon and 7:00 p.m. daily.
LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Frequency Typically meets the second and forth Monday of each month; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
(With the exception of August, when no Formal meetings are held, and holidays)
Parking Free parking for Council Formal Meetings is available in the parking lot, located next
to Richmond City Hall on East Broad Street, between 10th and 11th Streets.
Richmond City Council - Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.5345 tel - www.council.richmondva.gov website
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, 1 July 2010
Richmond City Council meetings to be held in July, 2010
All Richmond citizens invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Richmond City Council holds an average of 12 official monthly public meetings to discuss, deliberate, and act on laws, finances and policy on behalf of our community. A summary of official Richmond City Council Official Public Meetings for July 2010 is listed below. Meeting times and dates are subject to change and more meetings may be added.
All Richmond citizens are invited and encouraged to attend all Council meetings and to contact the Richmond Councilmember elected for their voting district (by phone, in person, via email, or by mail) to learn more; provide input; and/or ask questions. Meetings include (but are not limited to) two “Council Formal” Meeting Sessions, two “Council Informal” meetings, six Council Standing Committee meetings, and Council Public Hearings/ Special Events/Commission meetings held on an as-needed basis.
Parking - Free parking is available for Formal Council meetings in the lot next to Richmond City Hall on E. Broad St., between 10th and 11th Streets.
Televised - Formal Council meetings are televised live on local PBS TV Station, WVCW and replayed daily at Noon and 7:00 p.m. on Richmond Government Access TV Channel 17.
CONTACT For updated meeting information, please call the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955.
JULY 2010 MEETING SUMMARY ________________________________________
TUESDAY, JULY 6, 2010; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and updating policy regarding Richmond City Council internal operations, Council offices and functions of Standing Committees, Boards and Commissions.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
Frequency Typically meets the first Monday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
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MONDAY, JULY 12, 2010; 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council INFORMAL MEETING SESSION
Responsible for reviewing information and preparing for “Formal” Council meetings. Meetings may include presentations from city administration or private entities.
LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Frequency Typically meets the second and forth Monday of each month; 3:00-4:30 p.m.
(With the exception of August, when no Informal meetings are held, and holidays)
MONDAY, JULY 12, 2010; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Richmond City Council FORMAL MEETING SESSION
Responsible for deciding official Council action, which includes discussing, adopting, rejecting, and amending laws and approving the budget. Formal meetings include a time for public comment and are televised live on the local PBS station and are replayed in Richmond on Government Access Channel 17, beginning at Noon and 7:00 p.m. daily.
LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Frequency Typically meets the second and forth Monday of each month; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
(With the exception of August, when no Formal meetings are held, and holidays)
Parking Free parking for Council Formal Meetings is available in the parking lot, located next to Richmond City Hall on East Broad Street, between 10th and 11th Streets.
THURSDAY, JULY 15, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council FINANCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding city fiscal operations, which includes the budgetary process, annual/biannual fiscal plan budgets, revenue and expenses and internal fiscal controls.
LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Frequency Typically meets the third Thursday of each month; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
MONDAY, JULY 19, 2010; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council PUBLIC SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding judiciary, law enforcement, fire and emergency response and prevention, ambulance services and emergency communications.
LOCATION Richmond Police Academy - 1202 W. Graham Road (Richmond’s Northside)
Frequency Typically meets the third Monday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
TUESDAY, JULY 20, 2010; 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council LAND USE, HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding real estate, housing, environmental issues, and public transportation.
LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Frequency Typically meets the Tuesday following the 3rd Monday of each month; 3:00-4:30 p.m.
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 21, 2010; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council HEALTH, HUMAN SERVICES AND EDUCATION STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding public mental and physical health, social services, recreation, and the public library. The Committee balances the primary role of the Richmond Public Schools Board regarding oversight of Richmond Public Schools against Council’s responsibility for appropriation of public funds.
LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Frequency Typically meets the third Wednesday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
THURSDAY, JULY 22, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for reviewing general operations of all city administrative departments, agencies and offices and for making appropriate policy and operational changes and recommendations to increase efficiency and meet community priorities.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd fl; 900 E. Broad St., 2nd Floor, Conference Room
Frequency Typically meets the Fourth Thursday of each month; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
MONDAY, JULY 26, 2010; 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council INFORMAL MEETING SESSION
Responsible for reviewing information and preparing for “Formal” Council meetings. Meetings may include presentations from city administration or private entities.
LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Frequency Typically meets the second and forth Monday of each month; 3:00-4:30 p.m.
(With the exception of August, when no Informal meetings are held, and holidays)
MONDAY, JULY 26,, 2010; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Richmond City Council FORMAL MEETING SESSION
Responsible for deciding official Council action, which includes discussing, adopting, rejecting, and amending laws and approving the budget. Formal meetings include a time for public comment and are televised live on the local PBS station and are replayed in Richmond on Government Access Channel 17, beginning at Noon and 7:00 p.m. daily.
LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad Street
Frequency Typically meets the second and forth Monday of each month; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
(With the exception of August, when no Formal meetings are held, and holidays)
Parking Free parking for Council Formal Meetings is available in the parking lot, located next
to Richmond City Hall on East Broad Street, between 10th and 11th Streets.
Richmond City Council - Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.5345 tel - www.council.richmondva.gov website
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Richmond Government Budget for FY 2011 begins today
The Richmond Government Budget for FY 2011, that was approved by Richmond City Council on Monday, May 24, 2010, begins today, July 1, 2010, and runs through June 30, 2011. Council's budget deliberations spanned three months, from mid-March until final adoption and took place during two dozen Council meetings and special work sessions. During the process, Council acted to keep the 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate the same as last year, at $1.20 per $100 in assessed real estate value; and, approved Richmond Real Estate Taxes to be divided into two collections a year instead of all at once.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, 1 July 2010
Richmond Government Budget for FY 2011 begins today
Richmond City Government Budget reduced more than $118 Million over three years; Council kept the Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate the lowest in more than 30 years, down $.92 since 1980
(Richmond, Virginia) – The Richmond Government Budget for FY 2011, that was approved by Richmond City Council on Monday, May 24, 2010, begins today, July 1, 2010, and runs through June 30, 2011. Council's budget deliberations spanned three months, from mid-March until final adoption and took place during two dozen Council meetings and special work sessions. During the process, Council acted to keep the 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate the same as last year, at $1.20 per $100 in assessed real estate value; and, approved Richmond Real Estate Taxes to be divided into two collections a year instead of all at once.
Highlights of Richmond Government Budget for FY 2011 include:
• Council's approved Richmond City Government Budget for FY 2011 is more than $82 million less than FY2010, which was more than $36 million less than FY2009, for a three year total Richmond City Government Budget reduction of more than $118 Million.
• Council cut Mayor's proposed FY 2011 budget by an additional $5.2 million ($4.6 million of which was the result in state revenue reductions to Richmond Public Schools).
• Council kept the Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate the lowest in more than 30 years, down $.92 since 1980.
• Council approved splitting up the payments of Richmond Real Estate Taxes and, beginning in 2011, they will be divided in two and collected two times a year (January and July) instead of all at once. This move will decrease interest costs needed when borrowing money to pay for services until tax collections are made.
• Council added additional $2.5 Million for repairs and maintenance for Richmond Public Schools.
• Council approved a loan program for local small businesses/community development.
• Richmond City Government Fiscal Year Budgets (recent)
Fiscal Year Amount
FY 2011 $1,370,402,375
FY 2010 $1,452,474,815
FY 2009 $1,488,752,425
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• Richmond Real Estate Tax Rates (historic)
Per $100 in Assessed property value
2010-2008 $1.20
2007 $1.23
2006 $1.29
2005 $1.33
2004-2003 $1.37955
2002 $1.38975
2001 $1.41
200-1997 $1.43
1996-1994 $1.445
1993-1992 $1.45
1991-1990 $1.46
1989-1987 $1.53
1986-1985 $1.47
1984 $1.50
1983-1982 $1.533
1981 $1.58
1980 $2.12
• New Richmond Real Estate Tax Payment Schedule
Beginning Calendar Year 2011, our Richmond Real Estate Taxes will be divided into two collections a year instead of all at once. Market valuation data will lag one year. Please find the new payment schedule below:
Current Calendar Year Payment Schedule
Year Month Amount Due
2010 June 15 100%
NEW Calendar Year Payment Schedule
Year Month Amount Due
2011 January 14 50% due
June 14 50% due
2012 January 14 50% due
June 14 50% due
Richmond Government Budget for FY 2011includes:
• Richmond General Fund
• Richmond Capital Improvement Plan,
• Special Funds
• Enterprise Funds
• Internal Service Funds
• Federal/State/Other Funds for Richmond Public Schools.
The breakdown summery is as follows:
Richmond Total Budget Council Adopted
Richmond General Fund (Excludes School Appropriation) $488,172,920
Capital Improvement Plan $146,905,956
Special Funds $124,966,837
Enterprise Funds $330,564,428
Internal Service Funds $37,911,635
School Board $241,880,599
Total City Expenditures $1,370,402,375
CONTACT For more information, please call Daisy E. Weaver, Council Chief of Staff
at 804.646.5921 or daisy.weaver@richmondgov.com
BACKGROUND _______________________________________________________________________
As Richmond Citizens, we pool our resources to own and operate our government and decide what public services we want to invest in; the priority (investment levels) for these services; and, how we pay for them. Examples of our services include the management, oversight and delivery of such things as clean/safe water; streets/parks; firefighting/ rescue; trash/sewage removal; laws, police/courts; public transportation; and, our children’s education. Together, we own, operate, use and benefit from these services every day.
Thus, every year a proposed Richmond Government Budget (Fiscal Plan) is submitted to Richmond City Council by the Mayor, who is responsible for administering local government services. Council then reviews, analyzes and amends this budget based on the priorities of citizens.
Council's budget deliberations typically span three months, from mid-March until final adoption toward the end of May and take place during an estimated two dozen Council meetings and special work sessions that are all open to the public. During the process, Council adopts a Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate and, at the conclusion of the deliberations, votes on a Richmond City Government Budget for the upcoming Fiscal Year (FY).
The Richmond City Government Budget runs from July 1 to June 30 annually and the City operates on a two-year fiscal plan (Budget) that includes City General Fund, Capital Improvement Plan, Special Funds, Enterprise Funds, Internal Service Funds, the City’s contribution to Richmond Public Schools and additional state, federal, and other funds provided to Richmond Public Schools. The Budget is typically amended every year.
Richmond citizens were invited and encouraged to attend any and all of the public meetings and budget work sessions.
The final budget takes the form of laws, which will are available from the Richmond City Council website, at www.council.richmondva.gov. Copies will also be available for review in the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at Richmond City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200, Richmond, Virginia 23219 (804.646.7955 tel).
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, 1 July 2010
Richmond Government Budget for FY 2011 begins today
Richmond City Government Budget reduced more than $118 Million over three years; Council kept the Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate the lowest in more than 30 years, down $.92 since 1980
(Richmond, Virginia) – The Richmond Government Budget for FY 2011, that was approved by Richmond City Council on Monday, May 24, 2010, begins today, July 1, 2010, and runs through June 30, 2011. Council's budget deliberations spanned three months, from mid-March until final adoption and took place during two dozen Council meetings and special work sessions. During the process, Council acted to keep the 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate the same as last year, at $1.20 per $100 in assessed real estate value; and, approved Richmond Real Estate Taxes to be divided into two collections a year instead of all at once.
Highlights of Richmond Government Budget for FY 2011 include:
• Council's approved Richmond City Government Budget for FY 2011 is more than $82 million less than FY2010, which was more than $36 million less than FY2009, for a three year total Richmond City Government Budget reduction of more than $118 Million.
• Council cut Mayor's proposed FY 2011 budget by an additional $5.2 million ($4.6 million of which was the result in state revenue reductions to Richmond Public Schools).
• Council kept the Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate the lowest in more than 30 years, down $.92 since 1980.
• Council approved splitting up the payments of Richmond Real Estate Taxes and, beginning in 2011, they will be divided in two and collected two times a year (January and July) instead of all at once. This move will decrease interest costs needed when borrowing money to pay for services until tax collections are made.
• Council added additional $2.5 Million for repairs and maintenance for Richmond Public Schools.
• Council approved a loan program for local small businesses/community development.
• Richmond City Government Fiscal Year Budgets (recent)
Fiscal Year Amount
FY 2011 $1,370,402,375
FY 2010 $1,452,474,815
FY 2009 $1,488,752,425
- M O R E -
• Richmond Real Estate Tax Rates (historic)
Per $100 in Assessed property value
2010-2008 $1.20
2007 $1.23
2006 $1.29
2005 $1.33
2004-2003 $1.37955
2002 $1.38975
2001 $1.41
200-1997 $1.43
1996-1994 $1.445
1993-1992 $1.45
1991-1990 $1.46
1989-1987 $1.53
1986-1985 $1.47
1984 $1.50
1983-1982 $1.533
1981 $1.58
1980 $2.12
• New Richmond Real Estate Tax Payment Schedule
Beginning Calendar Year 2011, our Richmond Real Estate Taxes will be divided into two collections a year instead of all at once. Market valuation data will lag one year. Please find the new payment schedule below:
Current Calendar Year Payment Schedule
Year Month Amount Due
2010 June 15 100%
NEW Calendar Year Payment Schedule
Year Month Amount Due
2011 January 14 50% due
June 14 50% due
2012 January 14 50% due
June 14 50% due
Richmond Government Budget for FY 2011includes:
• Richmond General Fund
• Richmond Capital Improvement Plan,
• Special Funds
• Enterprise Funds
• Internal Service Funds
• Federal/State/Other Funds for Richmond Public Schools.
The breakdown summery is as follows:
Richmond Total Budget Council Adopted
Richmond General Fund (Excludes School Appropriation) $488,172,920
Capital Improvement Plan $146,905,956
Special Funds $124,966,837
Enterprise Funds $330,564,428
Internal Service Funds $37,911,635
School Board $241,880,599
Total City Expenditures $1,370,402,375
CONTACT For more information, please call Daisy E. Weaver, Council Chief of Staff
at 804.646.5921 or daisy.weaver@richmondgov.com
BACKGROUND _______________________________________________________________________
As Richmond Citizens, we pool our resources to own and operate our government and decide what public services we want to invest in; the priority (investment levels) for these services; and, how we pay for them. Examples of our services include the management, oversight and delivery of such things as clean/safe water; streets/parks; firefighting/ rescue; trash/sewage removal; laws, police/courts; public transportation; and, our children’s education. Together, we own, operate, use and benefit from these services every day.
Thus, every year a proposed Richmond Government Budget (Fiscal Plan) is submitted to Richmond City Council by the Mayor, who is responsible for administering local government services. Council then reviews, analyzes and amends this budget based on the priorities of citizens.
Council's budget deliberations typically span three months, from mid-March until final adoption toward the end of May and take place during an estimated two dozen Council meetings and special work sessions that are all open to the public. During the process, Council adopts a Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate and, at the conclusion of the deliberations, votes on a Richmond City Government Budget for the upcoming Fiscal Year (FY).
The Richmond City Government Budget runs from July 1 to June 30 annually and the City operates on a two-year fiscal plan (Budget) that includes City General Fund, Capital Improvement Plan, Special Funds, Enterprise Funds, Internal Service Funds, the City’s contribution to Richmond Public Schools and additional state, federal, and other funds provided to Richmond Public Schools. The Budget is typically amended every year.
Richmond citizens were invited and encouraged to attend any and all of the public meetings and budget work sessions.
The final budget takes the form of laws, which will are available from the Richmond City Council website, at www.council.richmondva.gov. Copies will also be available for review in the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at Richmond City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200, Richmond, Virginia 23219 (804.646.7955 tel).
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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.
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