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, 14 November 2012
Councilman Bruce W. Tyler to hold meeting in the West End 1st District
Entire West End 1st District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT The Honorable Bruce W. Tyler, Councilman, Richmond City Council, West End 1st District, will hold a meeting in the West End 1st District. Councilman Tyler holds individual meetings in Richmond’s West End 1st Voter 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 Voter District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. This meeting will include:
Agenda ____________________________________________________
• Public Safety Report on the West End 1st District
Richmond Police Department 3rd Precinct
• Libbie/Grove/Patterson Zoning Study
Richmond Department of Planning and Development Review
• Westhampton School Site
• Questions and Concerns
WHEN Tuesday, 27 November 2012
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Public Schools - Mary Munford Elementary School - Auditorium
211 Westmoreland Street (Between Cary Street and Grove Avenue in the Richmond West End 1st District)
WHO The Honorable Bruce W. Tyler, Councilman
Richmond City Council, West End 1st Voter District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Marianne Pitts, at 804.646.5935;
or marianne.pitts@richmondgov.com.
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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
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MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Monday, November 12, 2012
Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold a meeting in Richmond’s Southside 8th District
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Monday, 12 November 2012
Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold a meeting in Richmond’s Southside 8th District
All Southside 8th Voter District citizens 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 Trammel personally holds individual monthly meetings that include information on her goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda, special guests, free parking and free refreshments. The meetings are free and all of Richmond’s Southside 8th Voter District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Thursday, November 15, 2012
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
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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
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MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Monday, 12 November 2012
Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold a meeting in Richmond’s Southside 8th District
All Southside 8th Voter District citizens 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 Trammel personally holds individual monthly meetings that include information on her goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda, special guests, free parking and free refreshments. The meetings are free and all of Richmond’s Southside 8th Voter District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Thursday, November 15, 2012
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
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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
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MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Friday, November 9, 2012
Postponed: Richmond State Legislative Work Summit for the 2013 Virginia General Assembly Legislative Session to be rescheduled
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, 9 November 2012
Postponed: Richmond State Legislative Work Summit for the 2013 Virginia General Assembly Legislative Session to be rescheduled
Annual meeting to discuss Richmond State Legislative Proposals with members of the Virginia General Assembly representing the city
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council and Mayor Dwight C. Jones have postponed the dinner they are hosting for Members of the Virginia General Assembly to discuss proposed state legislation on behalf of Richmond, Virginia. This meeting will be rescheduled to a later date to be announced.
WHEN POSTPONED: Thursday, November 29, 2012
6:00-8:00 p.m.
CONTACT For more information, please contact Steve Skinner, Council Public Information Manger, at 804.646.6052 (office); 804.335.4054 (mobile); 804.937.1386 (home/mobile); or skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
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
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, 9 November 2012
Postponed: Richmond State Legislative Work Summit for the 2013 Virginia General Assembly Legislative Session to be rescheduled
Annual meeting to discuss Richmond State Legislative Proposals with members of the Virginia General Assembly representing the city
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council and Mayor Dwight C. Jones have postponed the dinner they are hosting for Members of the Virginia General Assembly to discuss proposed state legislation on behalf of Richmond, Virginia. This meeting will be rescheduled to a later date to be announced.
WHEN POSTPONED: Thursday, November 29, 2012
6:00-8:00 p.m.
CONTACT For more information, please contact Steve Skinner, Council Public Information Manger, at 804.646.6052 (office); 804.335.4054 (mobile); 804.937.1386 (home/mobile); or skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Councilman Samuels to hold meeting regarding proposed Washington Redskins Training Camp site
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, 7 November 2012
Councilman Samuels to hold meeting regarding proposed Washington Redskins Training Camp site
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Charles R. Samuels, Councilman, Richmond City Council, North Central 2nd District in Richmond, Virginia will hold a meeting in Richmond's North Central 2nd District regarding the proposed Richmond location of the Washington Redskins Football Team Training Camp to be located on Leigh Street, behind the Science Museum of Virginia. This meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Thursday, November 8, 2012; 5:30-7:00 p.m.
WHERE Science Museum of Virginia
2500 West Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23220-2057
WHO The Honorable Charles R. Samuels, Councilman, Richmond City Council, North Central 2nd Voter District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Jan Girardi, at 804.646.6532 or by email, at jan.girardi@richmondgov.com (email)
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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
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, 7 November 2012
Councilman Samuels to hold meeting regarding proposed Washington Redskins Training Camp site
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Charles R. Samuels, Councilman, Richmond City Council, North Central 2nd District in Richmond, Virginia will hold a meeting in Richmond's North Central 2nd District regarding the proposed Richmond location of the Washington Redskins Football Team Training Camp to be located on Leigh Street, behind the Science Museum of Virginia. This meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Thursday, November 8, 2012; 5:30-7:00 p.m.
WHERE Science Museum of Virginia
2500 West Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23220-2057
WHO The Honorable Charles R. Samuels, Councilman, Richmond City Council, North Central 2nd Voter District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Jan Girardi, at 804.646.6532 or by email, at jan.girardi@richmondgov.com (email)
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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force to hold meeting (NOTE New location and date)
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
Tuesday, 6 November 2012
Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force to hold meeting (NOTE New location and date)
All residents are invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT The Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force will hold a meeting. (NOTE: The location and date schedule of this meeting are different from previously held meetings.) The purpose of the Task Force is to make recommendations to Richmond City Council with regard to enhancing mass transit in the Metro-Richmond area and the efficiency and effectiveness of the GRTC Transit System. The meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Wednesday, November 14, 2012
4:00-6:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau Offices
401 North 3rd Street, 2nd floor - Richmond, Virginia 23219
Located inside the Greater Richmond Convention Center at the Corner of 3rd & Marshall Streets on the 2nd floor.
Parking is available in the Greater Richmond Convention Center parking garage located at 3rd & Marshall Streets. Once you have parked, exit the garage and cross Marshall Street. Enter the Exhibit Hall building at the corner of 3rd & Marshall Streets. Take elevator to the 2nd floor. The RMCVB’s offices are to the right.
WHO Members of the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force
CONTACT For more information, please contact Marianne Pitts, at 804.646.5935;
or marianne.pitts@richmondgov.com.
Background ____________________________________________________________________________
Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force
Richmond City Council established the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force on September 27, 2010 by Richmond City Council Ordinance No. 2010-173-166.
The objective of the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force is to provide a report to Council within in a year of its first meeting which recommends the following:
1. Any legislation, plans, policies, and programs that promote efficient mass transit in the city;
2. Economic development, economic growth, employment and tourism strategies that include public transportation; and,
3. Public relations and education programs to increase public use of mass transit.
4. The Task Force shall also work with interested private organizations to improve the service and efficiency of the GRTC.
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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
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
Tuesday, 6 November 2012
Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force to hold meeting (NOTE New location and date)
All residents are invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT The Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force will hold a meeting. (NOTE: The location and date schedule of this meeting are different from previously held meetings.) The purpose of the Task Force is to make recommendations to Richmond City Council with regard to enhancing mass transit in the Metro-Richmond area and the efficiency and effectiveness of the GRTC Transit System. The meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Wednesday, November 14, 2012
4:00-6:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau Offices
401 North 3rd Street, 2nd floor - Richmond, Virginia 23219
Located inside the Greater Richmond Convention Center at the Corner of 3rd & Marshall Streets on the 2nd floor.
Parking is available in the Greater Richmond Convention Center parking garage located at 3rd & Marshall Streets. Once you have parked, exit the garage and cross Marshall Street. Enter the Exhibit Hall building at the corner of 3rd & Marshall Streets. Take elevator to the 2nd floor. The RMCVB’s offices are to the right.
WHO Members of the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force
CONTACT For more information, please contact Marianne Pitts, at 804.646.5935;
or marianne.pitts@richmondgov.com.
Background ____________________________________________________________________________
Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force
Richmond City Council established the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force on September 27, 2010 by Richmond City Council Ordinance No. 2010-173-166.
The objective of the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force is to provide a report to Council within in a year of its first meeting which recommends the following:
1. Any legislation, plans, policies, and programs that promote efficient mass transit in the city;
2. Economic development, economic growth, employment and tourism strategies that include public transportation; and,
3. Public relations and education programs to increase public use of mass transit.
4. The Task Force shall also work with interested private organizations to improve the service and efficiency of the GRTC.
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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
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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.
Thursday, November 1, 2012
Richmond City Council Official meeting schedule for November 2012
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Thursday, 1 November 2012
Richmond City Council Official meeting schedule for November 2012
All Richmond citizens are invited and encouraged to attend all meetings, which are free and open to the public
WHAT In delivery of its official duties as the governing body of Richmond, Virginia, Richmond City Council holds an average of 12 official monthly public government meetings on behalf of Richmond residents to discuss, deliberate, and act on City laws, City Government Budget/Finances and City government policy.
A summary of official Richmond City Council Official Public Meetings for the upcoming month is listed below. Meeting times and dates are subject to change and more meetings may be added as needed.
Richmond City Council Official Government Meetings are held typically monthly (with the exception of August and a second Formal and Informal meeting in December) on behalf of the "body of Council" and typically include (but are not limited to) two “Council Formal” meetings, two “Council Informal” meetings, six Council Standing Committee meetings, and Council Public Hearings, Emergency Meetings and Public Information/Events held on an as-needed basis.
Richmond City Council Formal and Informal meetings are held in Richmond City Council Chambers, which is located on the second floor of Richmond City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219. Public Transportation, via GRTC, and free street parking around/in the vicinity of Richmond City Hall is available.
All Richmond residents are invited and encouraged to attend all Richmond City Council meetings and to contact the Richmond Councilmember elected for their Richmond Voter District (by phone, in person, via email, or by mail) to learn more; provide input; and/or, ask questions.
Richmond City Council also invites and encourages all Richmond residents to attend and/or access Council Formal Meetings through any of the five ways that it has established to provide and deliver public access to the Council Formal Meetings.
The five ways Richmond City Council makes Richmond City Council Formal Meetings available to the public include the following:
1. Council holds regular Richmond City Council Formal Meetings Richmond City Council maintains a regular schedule of Formal Meetings and all Richmond Resident are invited and encouraged to attend any and all Richmond City Council Formal Meetings (The meetings are held in Richmond City Council Chambers, located on the second floor of Richmond City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219.)
2. Council provides Live TV Broadcasts of Council Formal Meetings Council provides live televised broadcast of Formal Meetings on PBS TV Station, WVCW
3. Council provides daily TV replays of Council Formal Meetings
Council provides televised replays of Council Formal Meetings twice a day, beginning at Noon and 7:00 p.m. on Richmond Government Channel 17
4. Council provides video copies of Council Formal Meetings
Council provides video copies of Formal Meetings upon request
5. Council provides videos of Council Formal Meetings via website
Council provides videos of Formal Meetings on its website, at www.council.richmondva.gov - click Meeting Videos button.
CONTACT For updated meeting information, please call the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955.
For more information regarding Richmond City Council, please contact Steve Skinner, Council Public Information Manager, Richmond City Council Office of the Council Chief of Staff, at 804.646.6052 (o); or, steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email); or visit the Richmond City Council website, at www.council.richmondva.gov
Richmond City Council Meeting Schedule Summary
2012 November
Friday, November 2, 2012______________________________________
Special Emergency Meeting
Richmond City Council will hold a special emergency meeting on Friday, November 2, 2012, at 12:30 p.m. to vote on an expedited Resolution to officially confirm the recent Richmond State of Emergency Declaration called by Richmond Mayor Dwight C. Jones due to potential impact of Hurricane Sandy on the City. This will be the only item on the agenda for this meeting.
CANCELED: Monday, November 5, 2012; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council
ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE Meeting
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and updating policy regarding Richmond City Council internal operations, Council offices and functions of Richmond City Council Standing Committees and Richmond City Council Boards, Commissions and Task Forces.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd Floor Large Conference Room
Richmond City Hall; 900 E. Broad Street, 2nd floor; Richmond, Virginia 23219
Frequency Typically meets the first Monday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Monday, November 12, 2012; 3:00-5:00 p.m._______________________
Richmond City Council
INFORMAL MEETING
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; 900 E. Broad Street, 2nd floor; Richmond, Virginia 23219
Frequency Typically meets the second and fourth Monday of each month; 3:00-4:30 p.m. (With the exception of holidays and the month of August and a second meeting in December, when typically no meetings are held.)
Monday, November 12, 2012; 6:00-8:00 p.m.________________ _______
Richmond City Council
FORMAL MEETING
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; 900 E. Broad Street, 2nd floor; Richmond, Virginia 23219
Frequency Typically meets the second and fourth Monday of each month; 6:00-8:00 p.m. (With the exception of holidays and the month of August and a second meeting in December, when typically no meetings are held.)
Thursday, November 15, 2012; 3:00-4:30 p.m.______________________
Richmond City Council
FINANCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE Meeting
The Committee is 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; 900 E. Broad Street, 2nd floor; Richmond, Virginia 23219
Frequency Typically meets the third Thursday of each month; 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Monday, November 19, 2012; 5:00-6:30 p.m._______________________
Richmond City Council
PUBLIC SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE Meeting
The Committee is 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 Department of Police Training Academy
1202 W. Graham Road (Located in Richmond’s Northside - off Brook Road)
Frequency Typically meets the third Monday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, November 20, 2012; 3:00-4:30 p.m.____________ ___________
Richmond City Council
LAND USE, HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION STANDING COMMITTEE Meeting
The Committee is 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; 900 E. Broad Street, 2nd floor; Richmond, Virginia 23219
Frequency Typically meets the Tuesday following the 3rd Monday of each month; 3:00-4:30 p.m.
CLOSED: THURSDAY-FRIDAY November 22-23, 2012__________________
Richmond City Council and Richmond Administration offices closed for Thanksgiving Holiday.
Monday, November 26, 2012; 3:00-5:00 p.m._______________________
Richmond City Council
INFORMAL MEETING
This meeting is held 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; 900 E. Broad Street, 2nd floor; Richmond, Virginia 23219
Frequency Typically meets the second and fourth Monday of each month; 3:00-4:30 p.m. (With the exception of holidays and the month of August and a second meeting in December, when typically no meetings are held.)
Monday, November 26, 2012; 6:00-8:00 p.m._______________________
Richmond City Council
FORMAL MEETING
This meeting is held 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; 900 E. Broad Street, 2nd floor; Richmond, Virginia 23219
Frequency Typically meets the second and fourth Monday of each month; 6:00-8:00 p.m. (With the exception of holidays and the month of August and a second meeting in December, when typically no meetings are held.)
Tuesday, November 27, 2012; 4:30-6:00 p.m. (Rescheduled to this date)___
Richmond City Council
GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE Meeting
The Committee is responsible for reviewing general operations of all City Administration department and offices and for making appropriate policy and operational changes and recommendations needed to provide quality services, increase efficiencies and meet community priorities.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd Floor Large Conference Room
Richmond City Hall; 900 E. Broad Street, 2nd floor; Richmond, Virginia 23219
Frequency Typically meets the fourth Thursday of each month; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, November 28, 2012; 5:00-6:30 p.m. (Rescheduled to this date)
Richmond City Council
EDUCATION AND HUMAN SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE Meeting
The Committee is responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding public mental and physical health, social services, recreation, and the public library. It also balances the primary role of the Richmond Public Schools Board regarding oversight of Richmond Public Schools and Council’s responsibility for appropriation of public funds.
LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall; 900 E. Broad Street, 2nd floor; Richmond, Virginia 23219
Frequency Typically meets the third Wednesday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council ____________________________________________
MISSION
The mission of Richmond City Council is to represent citizens in creating and amending local laws, providing government policy and oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION
Richmond City Council is committed to creating a vibrant community that is a great place to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
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Richmond City Council - Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.5345 tel - www.council.richmondva.gov website
______________________________________
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, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Thursday, 1 November 2012
Richmond City Council Official meeting schedule for November 2012
All Richmond citizens are invited and encouraged to attend all meetings, which are free and open to the public
WHAT In delivery of its official duties as the governing body of Richmond, Virginia, Richmond City Council holds an average of 12 official monthly public government meetings on behalf of Richmond residents to discuss, deliberate, and act on City laws, City Government Budget/Finances and City government policy.
A summary of official Richmond City Council Official Public Meetings for the upcoming month is listed below. Meeting times and dates are subject to change and more meetings may be added as needed.
Richmond City Council Official Government Meetings are held typically monthly (with the exception of August and a second Formal and Informal meeting in December) on behalf of the "body of Council" and typically include (but are not limited to) two “Council Formal” meetings, two “Council Informal” meetings, six Council Standing Committee meetings, and Council Public Hearings, Emergency Meetings and Public Information/Events held on an as-needed basis.
Richmond City Council Formal and Informal meetings are held in Richmond City Council Chambers, which is located on the second floor of Richmond City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219. Public Transportation, via GRTC, and free street parking around/in the vicinity of Richmond City Hall is available.
All Richmond residents are invited and encouraged to attend all Richmond City Council meetings and to contact the Richmond Councilmember elected for their Richmond Voter District (by phone, in person, via email, or by mail) to learn more; provide input; and/or, ask questions.
Richmond City Council also invites and encourages all Richmond residents to attend and/or access Council Formal Meetings through any of the five ways that it has established to provide and deliver public access to the Council Formal Meetings.
The five ways Richmond City Council makes Richmond City Council Formal Meetings available to the public include the following:
1. Council holds regular Richmond City Council Formal Meetings Richmond City Council maintains a regular schedule of Formal Meetings and all Richmond Resident are invited and encouraged to attend any and all Richmond City Council Formal Meetings (The meetings are held in Richmond City Council Chambers, located on the second floor of Richmond City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219.)
2. Council provides Live TV Broadcasts of Council Formal Meetings Council provides live televised broadcast of Formal Meetings on PBS TV Station, WVCW
3. Council provides daily TV replays of Council Formal Meetings
Council provides televised replays of Council Formal Meetings twice a day, beginning at Noon and 7:00 p.m. on Richmond Government Channel 17
4. Council provides video copies of Council Formal Meetings
Council provides video copies of Formal Meetings upon request
5. Council provides videos of Council Formal Meetings via website
Council provides videos of Formal Meetings on its website, at www.council.richmondva.gov - click Meeting Videos button.
CONTACT For updated meeting information, please call the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955.
For more information regarding Richmond City Council, please contact Steve Skinner, Council Public Information Manager, Richmond City Council Office of the Council Chief of Staff, at 804.646.6052 (o); or, steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email); or visit the Richmond City Council website, at www.council.richmondva.gov
Richmond City Council Meeting Schedule Summary
2012 November
Friday, November 2, 2012______________________________________
Special Emergency Meeting
Richmond City Council will hold a special emergency meeting on Friday, November 2, 2012, at 12:30 p.m. to vote on an expedited Resolution to officially confirm the recent Richmond State of Emergency Declaration called by Richmond Mayor Dwight C. Jones due to potential impact of Hurricane Sandy on the City. This will be the only item on the agenda for this meeting.
CANCELED: Monday, November 5, 2012; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council
ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE Meeting
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and updating policy regarding Richmond City Council internal operations, Council offices and functions of Richmond City Council Standing Committees and Richmond City Council Boards, Commissions and Task Forces.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd Floor Large Conference Room
Richmond City Hall; 900 E. Broad Street, 2nd floor; Richmond, Virginia 23219
Frequency Typically meets the first Monday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Monday, November 12, 2012; 3:00-5:00 p.m._______________________
Richmond City Council
INFORMAL MEETING
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; 900 E. Broad Street, 2nd floor; Richmond, Virginia 23219
Frequency Typically meets the second and fourth Monday of each month; 3:00-4:30 p.m. (With the exception of holidays and the month of August and a second meeting in December, when typically no meetings are held.)
Monday, November 12, 2012; 6:00-8:00 p.m.________________ _______
Richmond City Council
FORMAL MEETING
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; 900 E. Broad Street, 2nd floor; Richmond, Virginia 23219
Frequency Typically meets the second and fourth Monday of each month; 6:00-8:00 p.m. (With the exception of holidays and the month of August and a second meeting in December, when typically no meetings are held.)
Thursday, November 15, 2012; 3:00-4:30 p.m.______________________
Richmond City Council
FINANCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE Meeting
The Committee is 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; 900 E. Broad Street, 2nd floor; Richmond, Virginia 23219
Frequency Typically meets the third Thursday of each month; 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Monday, November 19, 2012; 5:00-6:30 p.m._______________________
Richmond City Council
PUBLIC SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE Meeting
The Committee is 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 Department of Police Training Academy
1202 W. Graham Road (Located in Richmond’s Northside - off Brook Road)
Frequency Typically meets the third Monday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, November 20, 2012; 3:00-4:30 p.m.____________ ___________
Richmond City Council
LAND USE, HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION STANDING COMMITTEE Meeting
The Committee is 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; 900 E. Broad Street, 2nd floor; Richmond, Virginia 23219
Frequency Typically meets the Tuesday following the 3rd Monday of each month; 3:00-4:30 p.m.
CLOSED: THURSDAY-FRIDAY November 22-23, 2012__________________
Richmond City Council and Richmond Administration offices closed for Thanksgiving Holiday.
Monday, November 26, 2012; 3:00-5:00 p.m._______________________
Richmond City Council
INFORMAL MEETING
This meeting is held 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; 900 E. Broad Street, 2nd floor; Richmond, Virginia 23219
Frequency Typically meets the second and fourth Monday of each month; 3:00-4:30 p.m. (With the exception of holidays and the month of August and a second meeting in December, when typically no meetings are held.)
Monday, November 26, 2012; 6:00-8:00 p.m._______________________
Richmond City Council
FORMAL MEETING
This meeting is held 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; 900 E. Broad Street, 2nd floor; Richmond, Virginia 23219
Frequency Typically meets the second and fourth Monday of each month; 6:00-8:00 p.m. (With the exception of holidays and the month of August and a second meeting in December, when typically no meetings are held.)
Tuesday, November 27, 2012; 4:30-6:00 p.m. (Rescheduled to this date)___
Richmond City Council
GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE Meeting
The Committee is responsible for reviewing general operations of all City Administration department and offices and for making appropriate policy and operational changes and recommendations needed to provide quality services, increase efficiencies and meet community priorities.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd Floor Large Conference Room
Richmond City Hall; 900 E. Broad Street, 2nd floor; Richmond, Virginia 23219
Frequency Typically meets the fourth Thursday of each month; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, November 28, 2012; 5:00-6:30 p.m. (Rescheduled to this date)
Richmond City Council
EDUCATION AND HUMAN SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE Meeting
The Committee is responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding public mental and physical health, social services, recreation, and the public library. It also balances the primary role of the Richmond Public Schools Board regarding oversight of Richmond Public Schools and Council’s responsibility for appropriation of public funds.
LOCATION Richmond City Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall; 900 E. Broad Street, 2nd floor; Richmond, Virginia 23219
Frequency Typically meets the third Wednesday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council ____________________________________________
MISSION
The mission of Richmond City Council is to represent citizens in creating and amending local laws, providing government policy and oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION
Richmond City Council is committed to creating a vibrant community that is a great place to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
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Richmond City Council - Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.5345 tel - www.council.richmondva.gov website
______________________________________
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 State Legislative Work Summit for the 2013 Virginia General Assembly Legislative Session to be held
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
Thursday, 1 November 2012
Richmond State Legislative Work Summit for the 2013 Virginia General Assembly Legislative Session to be held
Annual meeting to discuss Richmond State Legislative Proposals with members of the Virginia General Assembly representing the city
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council and Mayor Dwight C. Jones will host a dinner for Members of the Virginia General Assembly. The dinner meeting will be held to discuss proposed state legislation on behalf of Richmond, Virginia.
Invited guests include Members of the Virginia General Assembly representing Richmond, Members of Richmond City Council, Mayor Dwight C. Jones, and representatives of local corporations.
This meeting is open to the public.
WHEN Thursday, November 29, 2012
6:00-8:00 p.m.
WHERE The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing
River View Room (Note: The private entrance to the River View Room is to the left of the restaurant’s main entrance.)
4708 East Old Main Street/Richmond, Virginia 23231
WHO Invited guests include:
• The Honorable Members of the Virginia General Assembly (Senate of Virginia/Virginia House of Delegates) representing Richmond
• The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council
• The Honorable Dwight C. Jones, Mayor of Richmond
• Representatives of local corporations
CONTACT For more information, please contact Steve Skinner, Council Public Information Manger, at 804.646.6052 (office); 804.335.4054 (mobile); 804.937.1386 (home/mobile); or skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
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
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
Thursday, 1 November 2012
Richmond State Legislative Work Summit for the 2013 Virginia General Assembly Legislative Session to be held
Annual meeting to discuss Richmond State Legislative Proposals with members of the Virginia General Assembly representing the city
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council and Mayor Dwight C. Jones will host a dinner for Members of the Virginia General Assembly. The dinner meeting will be held to discuss proposed state legislation on behalf of Richmond, Virginia.
Invited guests include Members of the Virginia General Assembly representing Richmond, Members of Richmond City Council, Mayor Dwight C. Jones, and representatives of local corporations.
This meeting is open to the public.
WHEN Thursday, November 29, 2012
6:00-8:00 p.m.
WHERE The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing
River View Room (Note: The private entrance to the River View Room is to the left of the restaurant’s main entrance.)
4708 East Old Main Street/Richmond, Virginia 23231
WHO Invited guests include:
• The Honorable Members of the Virginia General Assembly (Senate of Virginia/Virginia House of Delegates) representing Richmond
• The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council
• The Honorable Dwight C. Jones, Mayor of Richmond
• Representatives of local corporations
CONTACT For more information, please contact Steve Skinner, Council Public Information Manger, at 804.646.6052 (office); 804.335.4054 (mobile); 804.937.1386 (home/mobile); or skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
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
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