RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Friday, 30 November 2012
Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force to hold meeting
New parking pass requirements for the parking lot on the side of the building: All residents are invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT The Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force will hold a meeting. 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.
Free street parking is available nearby and in the lot on the west side of the building. Passes are now required for lot parking: Those wishing to park in lot are requested to please contact Ms. Marianne Pitts, at 804.646.5935 (tel); or marianne.pitts@richmondgov.com (email), two to three days before the event to arrange for a pass.
WHEN Thursday, December 13. 2012
4:00-6:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Department of Economic Development
Richmond Main Street Train Station - 3rd Floor Conference Room
1500 East Main Street; Richmond, Virginia 23219
(PARKING: Free street parking is available nearby and in the lot on the west side of the building. Passes are now required for lot parking: Those wishing to park in lot are requested to please contact Ms. Marianne Pitts, at 804.646.5935 (tel); or marianne.pitts@richmondgov.com (email), two to three days before the event to arrange for a pass. The lot is accessible by using the Franklin Street Entrance and using the lot below the Interstate. When facing the Train Station from the Franklin Street Entrance, make a right and park towards the Clock Tower end. When facing the building from the parking lot, the entrance door to the Richmond Department of Economic Development is located on the right of the building.)
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.
Friday, November 30, 2012
Councilman Charles Samuels invites residents to join the Richmond Tree Stewards and register now for classes that begin in January 2013
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Friday, 30 November 2012
Councilman Charles Samuels invites residents to join the Richmond Tree Stewards and register now for classes that begin in January 2013
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to join
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Charles R. Samuels, Councilman, Richmond City Council, North Central 2nd Voter District invites all Richmond Residents to join the Richmond Tree Stewards and register now for classes that begin in January 2013. Class size is limited to 30 participants so those interested are encouraged to register now.
Richmond Tree Stewards is a volunteer organization that works to promote, replenish, sustain, protect and increase the health and prevalence of our Richmond Urban Forest stock of community-owned trees by assisting the Richmond Department of Public Works Division of Urban Forestry in assuring the success of this most precious and valuable asset.
Richmond Tree Stewards Classes are considered to be among some of best of their kind provided in Virginia. Classes include training delivered by experienced professionals, a class manual, a tree identification guide and a pruning booklet. The registration fee is $75 for Richmond Residents who commit to completing 20 volunteer hours in 2013. The fee is $150 for those who do not wish to volunteer. Those interested should register at, http://richmondtreestewards.wordpress.com/classes-2/
In delivery of its mission, Richmond Tree Stewards promotes public information and awareness, provides community education/training, assists with planning and planting trees, and helps provide maintenance and care for Richmond Urban Trees along Richmond streets and in Richmond Parks. To become a Richmond Certified Tree Steward one must have attended Richmond Tree Stewards Classes, pass a pruning exam and complete community service hours.
CONTACT For more information, please contact Louise Seals, President of Richmond Tree Stewards, at 804.389.8798 (tel) or, louise.seals@gmail.com (email); and/or visit their website, at http://richmondtreestewards.wordpress.com/
Background ________________________________________________________________________
Examples of 2012 Richmond Tree Stewards successes
• Completion of a comprehensive tree inventory of Battery Park and presentation to the Friends of Battery Park for future planning.
• "Stop Sign Pruning Program" in the Fan District, to help ensure stop signs are visible to drivers.
• Watering approximately 200 newly planted trees in Byrd Park, Forest Hill Park and Gillies Creek Park, from May through September 2012.
• Developmental pruning of young street trees; a technique necessary for some urban trees to develop a stronger and safer branching structure.
• Planting project in Chimborozo Park that put approximately 200 trees in the ground. This project was lead by two tree stewards, supported by the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay and accomplished with the assistance of other volunteer groups.
• Richmond Tree Stewards delivery of approximately 2,250 volunteer hours as of mid October 2012.
Richmond Urban Forest
Our Richmond Urban Forest stock of community-owned trees serve and save Richmond residents in some of the following important ways:
• Community street trees can save millions of dollars in road/street repair and maintenance by providing shade that protects the oil-based sealer from drying out as fast. This can defer the need for slurry seal from every 10 years to every 20-25 years for older streets with extensive tree canopy cover.
• Community street trees reduce noise pollution by 50 percent by acting as a buffer and absorbing urban noise, according to a U.S.A. Department of Energy study.
• Community street trees reduce flooding and stormwater runoff by reducing intercepting and storing volumes of rainwater on leaves, branches and surfaces, thereby mitigating the onset of peak flows.
• Community street trees reduce soil erosion and downstream stream/river/water pollution by diminishing the impact of raindrops on barren surfaces.
• Community street trees increase a city's aesthetic beauty, which has an effect on its economic and tourism desirability and financial health.
• Studies have shown that families who live near trees have significantly better relations with and stronger ties to their neighbors and have the potential to reduce government social service budgets, decrease police calls for domestic violence, and decrease the incidence of child abuse.
• Richmond Street Trees are valued at more than $211 million.
Also, generally speaking:
• Trees on properties can increase real estate values by 5-15 percent compared to properties without trees.
• Trees increase air quality and reduce harmful greenhouse gas by mitigating levels of carbon dioxide.
• Trees can save families from 20-25 percent of their annual household energy use when well-positioned trees are used around a conventional house compared to a house in a wide-open/non-treed area, according to the United States Forestry Service.
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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
Friday, 30 November 2012
Councilman Charles Samuels invites residents to join the Richmond Tree Stewards and register now for classes that begin in January 2013
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to join
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Charles R. Samuels, Councilman, Richmond City Council, North Central 2nd Voter District invites all Richmond Residents to join the Richmond Tree Stewards and register now for classes that begin in January 2013. Class size is limited to 30 participants so those interested are encouraged to register now.
Richmond Tree Stewards is a volunteer organization that works to promote, replenish, sustain, protect and increase the health and prevalence of our Richmond Urban Forest stock of community-owned trees by assisting the Richmond Department of Public Works Division of Urban Forestry in assuring the success of this most precious and valuable asset.
Richmond Tree Stewards Classes are considered to be among some of best of their kind provided in Virginia. Classes include training delivered by experienced professionals, a class manual, a tree identification guide and a pruning booklet. The registration fee is $75 for Richmond Residents who commit to completing 20 volunteer hours in 2013. The fee is $150 for those who do not wish to volunteer. Those interested should register at, http://richmondtreestewards.wordpress.com/classes-2/
In delivery of its mission, Richmond Tree Stewards promotes public information and awareness, provides community education/training, assists with planning and planting trees, and helps provide maintenance and care for Richmond Urban Trees along Richmond streets and in Richmond Parks. To become a Richmond Certified Tree Steward one must have attended Richmond Tree Stewards Classes, pass a pruning exam and complete community service hours.
CONTACT For more information, please contact Louise Seals, President of Richmond Tree Stewards, at 804.389.8798 (tel) or, louise.seals@gmail.com (email); and/or visit their website, at http://richmondtreestewards.wordpress.com/
Background ________________________________________________________________________
Examples of 2012 Richmond Tree Stewards successes
• Completion of a comprehensive tree inventory of Battery Park and presentation to the Friends of Battery Park for future planning.
• "Stop Sign Pruning Program" in the Fan District, to help ensure stop signs are visible to drivers.
• Watering approximately 200 newly planted trees in Byrd Park, Forest Hill Park and Gillies Creek Park, from May through September 2012.
• Developmental pruning of young street trees; a technique necessary for some urban trees to develop a stronger and safer branching structure.
• Planting project in Chimborozo Park that put approximately 200 trees in the ground. This project was lead by two tree stewards, supported by the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay and accomplished with the assistance of other volunteer groups.
• Richmond Tree Stewards delivery of approximately 2,250 volunteer hours as of mid October 2012.
Richmond Urban Forest
Our Richmond Urban Forest stock of community-owned trees serve and save Richmond residents in some of the following important ways:
• Community street trees can save millions of dollars in road/street repair and maintenance by providing shade that protects the oil-based sealer from drying out as fast. This can defer the need for slurry seal from every 10 years to every 20-25 years for older streets with extensive tree canopy cover.
• Community street trees reduce noise pollution by 50 percent by acting as a buffer and absorbing urban noise, according to a U.S.A. Department of Energy study.
• Community street trees reduce flooding and stormwater runoff by reducing intercepting and storing volumes of rainwater on leaves, branches and surfaces, thereby mitigating the onset of peak flows.
• Community street trees reduce soil erosion and downstream stream/river/water pollution by diminishing the impact of raindrops on barren surfaces.
• Community street trees increase a city's aesthetic beauty, which has an effect on its economic and tourism desirability and financial health.
• Studies have shown that families who live near trees have significantly better relations with and stronger ties to their neighbors and have the potential to reduce government social service budgets, decrease police calls for domestic violence, and decrease the incidence of child abuse.
• Richmond Street Trees are valued at more than $211 million.
Also, generally speaking:
• Trees on properties can increase real estate values by 5-15 percent compared to properties without trees.
• Trees increase air quality and reduce harmful greenhouse gas by mitigating levels of carbon dioxide.
• Trees can save families from 20-25 percent of their annual household energy use when well-positioned trees are used around a conventional house compared to a house in a wide-open/non-treed area, according to the United States Forestry Service.
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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.
Councilman Chris Hilbert invites everyone to attend the Ginter Park Library Advisory Board 5th Annual Holiday Fête fundraiser at the Ginter Park Library
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Friday, 30 November 2012
Councilman Chris Hilbert invites everyone to attend the Ginter Park Library Advisory Board 5th Annual Holiday Fête fundraiser at the Ginter Park Library
All families, singles, friends, neighbors are invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council Northside 3rd Voter District, invites families, singles, friends and neighbors to attend the upcoming Ginter Park Public Library Advisory Board 5th Annual Holiday Fête fundraising event to benefit the Richmond Public Library - Ginter Park Branch. Attire is festive.
This fun-filled annual event will include:
• Heavy hors d’oeuvres
• Door prizes
• Live Jazz Music performed by the Hugo Jackson Trio
Suggested donations are $15 per person or $25 per couple. All proceeds will benefit the Richmond Public Library - Ginter Park Branch and help provide needed funds tor library programs throughout the year. The Richmond Public Library is run on public and private funding.
WHEN Thursday, December 6, 2012
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Public Library – Ginter Park Public Library Branch
1200 Westbrook Avenue in Richmond’s Northside 3rd Voter District
Corner of Brook Road and Westbrook Avenue
CONTACT To RSVP and/or for more information, please contact David Lydiard, Ginter Park Public Library Advisory Board at, 804.677.5050 (tel) or ginterparklibraryboard@gmail.com.
BACKGROUND
Established in 1922, our Richmond Public Library serves as a living representation of our commitment to the lifelong success of our community. For nearly 100 years, Richmond families have grown up with the Richmond Public Library, which is dedicated to enriching lives and expanding opportunities by providing free access to books, music, film and all types of cultural, intellectual, educational programs, classes and services.
One of eight Richmond Public Library branches, the Ginter Park Branch opened in 1964 and provides access to the Library’s more than 450,000 items. The branch also offers meeting space, wireless Internet access, public computers, and fax and notary services. In Richmond Fiscal Year 2010 (July 1, 2009-June 30, 2010) the Richmond Public Library - Ginter Park Branch hosted more than 107,500 visitors and loaned more than 88,000 items. In addition, more than 7,500 people participated in branch learning programs.
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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
Friday, 30 November 2012
Councilman Chris Hilbert invites everyone to attend the Ginter Park Library Advisory Board 5th Annual Holiday Fête fundraiser at the Ginter Park Library
All families, singles, friends, neighbors are invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council Northside 3rd Voter District, invites families, singles, friends and neighbors to attend the upcoming Ginter Park Public Library Advisory Board 5th Annual Holiday Fête fundraising event to benefit the Richmond Public Library - Ginter Park Branch. Attire is festive.
This fun-filled annual event will include:
• Heavy hors d’oeuvres
• Door prizes
• Live Jazz Music performed by the Hugo Jackson Trio
Suggested donations are $15 per person or $25 per couple. All proceeds will benefit the Richmond Public Library - Ginter Park Branch and help provide needed funds tor library programs throughout the year. The Richmond Public Library is run on public and private funding.
WHEN Thursday, December 6, 2012
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Public Library – Ginter Park Public Library Branch
1200 Westbrook Avenue in Richmond’s Northside 3rd Voter District
Corner of Brook Road and Westbrook Avenue
CONTACT To RSVP and/or for more information, please contact David Lydiard, Ginter Park Public Library Advisory Board at, 804.677.5050 (tel) or ginterparklibraryboard@gmail.com.
BACKGROUND
Established in 1922, our Richmond Public Library serves as a living representation of our commitment to the lifelong success of our community. For nearly 100 years, Richmond families have grown up with the Richmond Public Library, which is dedicated to enriching lives and expanding opportunities by providing free access to books, music, film and all types of cultural, intellectual, educational programs, classes and services.
One of eight Richmond Public Library branches, the Ginter Park Branch opened in 1964 and provides access to the Library’s more than 450,000 items. The branch also offers meeting space, wireless Internet access, public computers, and fax and notary services. In Richmond Fiscal Year 2010 (July 1, 2009-June 30, 2010) the Richmond Public Library - Ginter Park Branch hosted more than 107,500 visitors and loaned more than 88,000 items. In addition, more than 7,500 people participated in branch learning programs.
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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.
Councilman Chris Hilbert to hold meeting in Northside 3rd District: Richmond Government Budget Planning Session with Mayor, Public input needed
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Friday, 30 November 2012
Councilman Chris Hilbert to hold meeting in Northside 3rd District: Richmond Government Budget Planning Session with Mayor, Public input needed
Entire Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council Northside 3rd Voter District, will hold a meeting in the Northside 3rd Voter District. This will be a community Richmond Government Budget Planning Session meeting with Mayor Dwight C. Jones to receive public input on budget priorities in creating the upcoming Fiscal Year 2014/2015 Richmond Government Budget, which will be established in May of 2013. The current Fiscal Year 2013 Richmond Government Budget is $1,429,628,466.
This Richmond Government Budget Planning Session meeting is very important in helping to identify which Richmond Government programs and services are important to Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District residents for their neighborhoods, and the city as a whole. The meeting will include presentations, discussions and input in the following areas:
Operation Service Priorities
• Streets and sidewalks in your Neighborhood
• Public Transportation
• Recycling Opportunities
Police and Safety Priorities
• Police Protection in your Neighborhood
• Quality of Animal Care and Control
Human Service Priorities
• Parks and Recreation Programs and Facilities in your neighborhood
• Social Services
• Public Health Services
• Public Education
Economic Development
• Employment Opportunities in your neighborhood
• New Businesses
Councilman Hilbert holds individual meetings in Richmond's Northside 3rd Voter District throughout the year that include information on his goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda; and, special guests. These meetings are free and all Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District Residents are invited and highly encouraged to attend and participate.
WHEN Thursday, December 13, 2012
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Public Schools - Linwood Holton Elementary School
1600 W. Laburnum Avenue
Richmond, Virginia 23227
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilman Chris A. Hilbert, at 804.646.6055 or chris.hilbert@richmondgov.com.
Background - Richmond Government Budget ________________________________________
A 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, as residents we own, operate, use and benefit from these services on a daily basis.
Funding for our services and enforcement of laws comes from state, federal and local sources, including fees and taxes (like the Richmond Real Estate Tax.)
In order to set the investments levels we want for these services, Richmond City Council establishes an official Richmond Government Budget in May of each year.
The Richmond Government Budget is based on a Fiscal Year that runs July 1 to June 30 annually and the City operates on a two-year fiscal plan (Budget) that includes the Richmond General Fund, Richmond Capital Improvement Plan, Richmond Special Funds, Richmond Enterprise Funds, Richmond Internal Service Funds, the City Government contribution to Richmond Public Schools; and, additional state, federal, and other funds provided to Richmond Public Schools.
The Richmond Government Budget is typically amended every year. 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 and adopts a budget based on the priorities of citizens.
Richmond City Council budget deliberations begin each August and intensify the following year, culminating in nearly 20 public meetings, hearings and work sessions from March through May.
The Richmond Government Budget takes the form of Ordinances that are approved by Richmond City Council each May for an upcoming Fiscal Year.
BACKGROUND - RICHMOND REAL ESTATE TAXES _______________________________________
We as citizens have determined that a fair way to help pay for some of our local citizen government services is for Richmond real estate owners to annually contribute funds based on a percentage of the value of the real estate they own in the city. Therefore, each year the fair market value of real estate in the city is assessed and an annual Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate is set. The rate is the percentage, based on $100 of value, that each real estate owner will contribute to help pay for government services in the city.
Our Richmond Real Estate Tax funds are the largest single local funding we use to help pay for our public services. Richmond real estate owners contribute their share annually, based on the value of their real estate and the tax rate, which is set by June 15 annually. For example, if a person owns $100,000 in real estate and the tax rate is $1.20 per $100 of assessed property value; their share is $1,200 for that year.
Beginning calendar year 2011, our Richmond Real Estate Taxes were divided into two collections a year instead of all at once and market valuation data was lagged one year. Payments are now due as follows: Half by January 14 and half by June 14.
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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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
Friday, 30 November 2012
Councilman Chris Hilbert to hold meeting in Northside 3rd District: Richmond Government Budget Planning Session with Mayor, Public input needed
Entire Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council Northside 3rd Voter District, will hold a meeting in the Northside 3rd Voter District. This will be a community Richmond Government Budget Planning Session meeting with Mayor Dwight C. Jones to receive public input on budget priorities in creating the upcoming Fiscal Year 2014/2015 Richmond Government Budget, which will be established in May of 2013. The current Fiscal Year 2013 Richmond Government Budget is $1,429,628,466.
This Richmond Government Budget Planning Session meeting is very important in helping to identify which Richmond Government programs and services are important to Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District residents for their neighborhoods, and the city as a whole. The meeting will include presentations, discussions and input in the following areas:
Operation Service Priorities
• Streets and sidewalks in your Neighborhood
• Public Transportation
• Recycling Opportunities
Police and Safety Priorities
• Police Protection in your Neighborhood
• Quality of Animal Care and Control
Human Service Priorities
• Parks and Recreation Programs and Facilities in your neighborhood
• Social Services
• Public Health Services
• Public Education
Economic Development
• Employment Opportunities in your neighborhood
• New Businesses
Councilman Hilbert holds individual meetings in Richmond's Northside 3rd Voter District throughout the year that include information on his goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda; and, special guests. These meetings are free and all Richmond Northside 3rd Voter District Residents are invited and highly encouraged to attend and participate.
WHEN Thursday, December 13, 2012
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Public Schools - Linwood Holton Elementary School
1600 W. Laburnum Avenue
Richmond, Virginia 23227
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilman Chris A. Hilbert, at 804.646.6055 or chris.hilbert@richmondgov.com.
Background - Richmond Government Budget ________________________________________
A 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, as residents we own, operate, use and benefit from these services on a daily basis.
Funding for our services and enforcement of laws comes from state, federal and local sources, including fees and taxes (like the Richmond Real Estate Tax.)
In order to set the investments levels we want for these services, Richmond City Council establishes an official Richmond Government Budget in May of each year.
The Richmond Government Budget is based on a Fiscal Year that runs July 1 to June 30 annually and the City operates on a two-year fiscal plan (Budget) that includes the Richmond General Fund, Richmond Capital Improvement Plan, Richmond Special Funds, Richmond Enterprise Funds, Richmond Internal Service Funds, the City Government contribution to Richmond Public Schools; and, additional state, federal, and other funds provided to Richmond Public Schools.
The Richmond Government Budget is typically amended every year. 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 and adopts a budget based on the priorities of citizens.
Richmond City Council budget deliberations begin each August and intensify the following year, culminating in nearly 20 public meetings, hearings and work sessions from March through May.
The Richmond Government Budget takes the form of Ordinances that are approved by Richmond City Council each May for an upcoming Fiscal Year.
BACKGROUND - RICHMOND REAL ESTATE TAXES _______________________________________
We as citizens have determined that a fair way to help pay for some of our local citizen government services is for Richmond real estate owners to annually contribute funds based on a percentage of the value of the real estate they own in the city. Therefore, each year the fair market value of real estate in the city is assessed and an annual Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate is set. The rate is the percentage, based on $100 of value, that each real estate owner will contribute to help pay for government services in the city.
Our Richmond Real Estate Tax funds are the largest single local funding we use to help pay for our public services. Richmond real estate owners contribute their share annually, based on the value of their real estate and the tax rate, which is set by June 15 annually. For example, if a person owns $100,000 in real estate and the tax rate is $1.20 per $100 of assessed property value; their share is $1,200 for that year.
Beginning calendar year 2011, our Richmond Real Estate Taxes were divided into two collections a year instead of all at once and market valuation data was lagged one year. Payments are now due as follows: Half by January 14 and half by June 14.
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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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 27, 2012
Richmond City Council Special Meeting on December 3 to also include introduction of legislation unrelated to Washington Redskins
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, 27 November 2012
Richmond City Council Special Meeting on December 3 to also include introduction of legislation unrelated to Washington Redskins
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The upcoming Richmond City Council Special Meeting on December 3 will include introduction of new legislation unrelated and in addition to that regarding to the Washington Redskins Football Training Camp site and Bon Secours Regional Health System Project. The Special Meeting will be followed by a scheduled Richmond City Council Organizational Development meeting. This meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Monday, December 3, 2012
5:00-5:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond City Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall - 2nd Floor
900 E. Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
WHO The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955.
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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
Tuesday, 27 November 2012
Richmond City Council Special Meeting on December 3 to also include introduction of legislation unrelated to Washington Redskins
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The upcoming Richmond City Council Special Meeting on December 3 will include introduction of new legislation unrelated and in addition to that regarding to the Washington Redskins Football Training Camp site and Bon Secours Regional Health System Project. The Special Meeting will be followed by a scheduled Richmond City Council Organizational Development meeting. This meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Monday, December 3, 2012
5:00-5:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond City Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall - 2nd Floor
900 E. Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
WHO The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955.
- E N D -
______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Richmond City Council to hold Special Meeting to introduce additional legislation related to the Washington Redskins Football Training Camp site and Bon Secours Regional Health System Project
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, 27 November 2012
Richmond City Council to hold Special Meeting to introduce additional legislation related to the Washington Redskins Football Training Camp site and Bon Secours Regional Health System Project
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council will hold a Special Meeting to introduce additional legislation related to the Washington Redskins Football Training Camp site and Bon Secours Regional Health System Project. The Special Meeting will be followed by a scheduled Richmond City Council Organizational Development meeting. This meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
The additional papers relate to Richmond City Council legislation, approved during the Formal Meeting last night (November, 26, 2012) regarding the establishment of a Washington Redskins Football Team Training Camp in Richmond that would be located on Leigh Street, behind the Science Museum of Virginia, and provides special consideration for Bon Secours Regional Health System with regard to expansion in Richmond.
WHEN Monday, December 3, 2012
5:00-5:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond City Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall - 2nd Floor
900 E. Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
WHO The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955.
- E N D -
______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
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, 27 November 2012
Richmond City Council to hold Special Meeting to introduce additional legislation related to the Washington Redskins Football Training Camp site and Bon Secours Regional Health System Project
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- Richmond City Council will hold a Special Meeting to introduce additional legislation related to the Washington Redskins Football Training Camp site and Bon Secours Regional Health System Project. The Special Meeting will be followed by a scheduled Richmond City Council Organizational Development meeting. This meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
The additional papers relate to Richmond City Council legislation, approved during the Formal Meeting last night (November, 26, 2012) regarding the establishment of a Washington Redskins Football Team Training Camp in Richmond that would be located on Leigh Street, behind the Science Museum of Virginia, and provides special consideration for Bon Secours Regional Health System with regard to expansion in Richmond.
WHEN Monday, December 3, 2012
5:00-5:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond City Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall - 2nd Floor
900 E. Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
WHO The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact the Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk, at 804.646.7955.
- E N D -
______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Monday, November 26, 2012
Richmond City Council Official Swearing-In Ceremony and election of Council President and Vice President 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
Monday, 26 November 2012
Richmond City Council Official Swearing-In Ceremony and election of Council President and Vice President to be held
Free Public Event: Everyone invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Richmond City Council Official Swearing-In Ceremony (Investiture) for the nine Richmond residents elected in 2012 to serve as members of the 2013-2016 Richmond City Council will be held on Wednesday, January 2, 2013, beginning at 4:00 p.m.
The Richmond City Council Official Swearing-In Ceremony (Investiture) will be held as a Special Organizational Meeting and will be followed by the election of a Council President and Vice President, who will serve two-year terms (2013-2014).
The Richmond City Council Official Swearing-In Ceremony (Investiture) will be performed by Richmond City Clerk, Alvin Anderson.
Following the election of Council President and Vice President, Richmond City Council will adopt the Richmond City Council Rules of Procedure and legislation may be introduced and adopted to appoint the Chairmen of Richmond City Council's six Standing Committees. A reception will immediately follow at a location to be determined.
These events are free and open to the public and all Richmond residents are invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN Wednesday, January 2, 2013
4:00 - 6:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond City Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
WHO The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council
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)
Background ____________________________________________________________________________
Richmond City Council Official Duties ___________________________________
Richmond City Council is the governing body of Richmond and is responsible for creating and amending local laws, providing policy and government oversight, managing oversight and appointments of members of Richmond City Council boards and commissions, and approving the annual Richmond Government Budget. The official duties of Richmond City Council are enumerated in the Richmond City Charter. This is the fourth Richmond City Council legislative body since the establishment of Richmond's Council-Mayor form of government in 2004.
In delivery of its official duties, Richmond City Council holds an average of 12 official monthly public meetings to discuss, deliberate, and act on laws and policy on behalf of the community. These include (but are not limited to) two “Council Formal Meeting Sessions”, two “Council Informal Meeting Sessions”, six Council Standing Committee meetings, and Council Public Hearings/Special Events/Commission meetings, held on an as-needed basis.
Richmond Government Structure
Overview ___________________________________________________________________________
As residents of Richmond we govern ourselves at the state, local and federal level and choose (elect) fellow citizens to act on our behalf in running our government. While state and local forms of this type of self-government may differ, the purpose is to serve the mutual interests of all residents; based on inclusion, transparency, and participation.
Richmond City Charter
In the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia, the foundation of our citizen government is established in national and state constitutions. In Richmond, the city “constitution” is established in the powers granted it by the Virginia General Assembly, as enumerated in the Richmond City Charter. The Richmond City Charter establishes the governmental framework of the self-governance of the citizens of Richmond, and establishes Richmond City Council as the governing body of Richmond. The Richmond City Charter is established by and can only be altered by the Virginia General Assembly. Richmond City Council is also subject to all relevant laws established by the Virginia General Assembly and those laws established by itself.
Council-Mayor Form of Government
In Richmond, our chosen form of local government was established by citizen referendum approved by the Virginia General Assembly in 2004, is a Council-Mayor form of government. Richmond's Council-Mayor Form of Government began in 2005 with Swearing-in of the first Richmond City Council members under the new form (terms that begin 2005 were for two-years (2005-2006) (and again for two years for 2006-2007), four-year terms of Richmond City Council began with the 2008-2012 term.).
Richmond Voter Districts
In Richmond's Council-Mayor form of government, the city is divided into nine citizen geo-demographic representative political/voting districts. These districts are used to elect members of the Richmond City Council, Richmond City Public Schools Board and a Mayor At-Large (who must receive the majority of votes in five of the nine voter districts). These Richmond Voting Districts include the: West End 1st Voter District, North Central 2nd Voter District, Northside 3rd Voter District, Southwest 4th Voter District, Central 5th Voter District, Gateway 6th Voter District, East End 7th Voter District, Southside 8th Voter District, and South Central 9th Voter District.
Councilmembers
Nine persons are thusly elected among nine individual voting districts to represent citizens as members of Richmond City Council. Richmond City Council is the governing body of Richmond and is responsible for creating and amending local laws, providing policy and government oversight, appointing members to boards and commissions, and approving the annual City budget. In 2008 the term of a Councilmember was increased from two to four years.
Richmond City Council elects from among its membership one person to serve as Council President and one to serve as Council Vice President. These positions are elected to serve for two-year terms. The Council President is responsible for providing overall council direction, leading Council meetings and serving as the senior representative of Council on behalf of Council action.
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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
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