Richmond City Councilwoman Cynthia I. Newbille, East End 7th District
and Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson, Gateway 6th District, invite
citizens to join them at the two-day Richmond 7th Annual Black History
Month Extravaganza; cosponsored by Delegate Delores L. McQuinn, Member,
Virginia House of Delegates 70th District.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, 16 February 2010
Councilwomen Newbille and Robertson invite all to attend two-day Richmond 7th Annual Black History Month Extravaganza
Includes Free Soul Food Dinner: Sat., Feb. 27 – Sun., Feb. 28, 2010
WHAT Richmond City Councilwoman Cynthia I. Newbille, East End 7th District and Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson, Gateway 6th District, invite citizens to join them at the two-day Richmond 7th Annual Black History Month Extravaganza; cosponsored by Delegate Delores L. McQuinn, Member, Virginia House of Delegates 70th District.
The first-day of the event will include the Richmond 7th Annual Black History Month Extravaganza Heritage Community Awards Program and Dinner. This event will recognize individuals whose volunteer efforts have made significant differences in our community and include a program entitled “Embracing Our Culture, Saving Our Children, Reclaiming Our Community”. The event includes a free Soul Food Dinner.
The second-day of two-day Richmond 7th Annual Black History Month Extravaganza will include a program-driven discussion entitled “The Future of Richmond’s Past,” which will be held in a different location.
Both events (including the dinner) are free and the entire community is invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN/ Richmond 7th Annual Black History Month Extravaganza
WHERE
First-Day - Saturday, February 27, 2010 – 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Heritage Community Awards Program and Dinner
Keynote Speaker
Rev. Marcus Martin, Pastor, New Bridge Baptist Church
President, Baptist General Convention of Virginia Division of Clergy
Live Musical Entertainment
• Richmond Youth Jazz Guild
• Pilgrim Baptist Church Mass Choir
• Jake Holmes “In Due Season”
• Soulful Sounds
Includes
• Free Admission
• Free Soul Food Dinner
Location
Richmond Public Schools – Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School
1000 Mosby Street, Richmond (In Richmond’s Historic Church Hill)
Second-Day - Sunday, February 28, 2010 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Program-driven Discussion entitled “The Future of Richmond’s Past”
Location
Family Resource Center
2405 Jefferson Avenue (In Richmond’s Historic Church Hill)
WHO The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council,
East End 7th District,
The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council,
Gateway 6th District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Sam Patterson, at 804.646.3012; or sam.patterson@richmondgov.com
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Thursday, March 4, 2010
Richmond’s Broad Street Community Development Authority to hold a regular monthly meeting
Richmond’s
Broad Street Community Development Authority will hold a regular
monthly meeting. The Broad Street Community Development Authority is a
component unit of the City of Richmond and was established by Richmond
City Council Ordinance Number 2002-165-199; adopted July 8, 2002, and,
pursuant to the provisions of Article 6 of Chapter 51 of Title 15.2 of
the Virginia Code of Laws of 1950, as amended. The Authority was
amended again on July 14, 2008 (Richmond City Council Ordinance Number
2008-174-189) to increase the membership of the board from five to
seven.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
For Immediate Release
Tuesday, 16 February 2010
Richmond’s Broad Street Community Development Authority to hold a regular monthly meeting
Public invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Richmond’s Broad Street Community Development Authority will hold a regular monthly meeting. The Broad Street Community Development Authority is a component unit of the City of Richmond and was established by Richmond City Council Ordinance Number 2002-165-199; adopted July 8, 2002, and, pursuant to the provisions of Article 6 of Chapter 51 of Title 15.2 of the Virginia Code of Laws of 1950, as amended. The Authority was amended again on July 14, 2008 (Richmond City Council Ordinance Number 2008-174-189) to increase the membership of the board from five to seven.
The Authority is responsible for financing and managing certain improvements in connection with development and redevelopment of the downtown area of Richmond, Virginia. The most recent project completed by the Broad Street Community Development Authority was the financing of $67 million in bonds to tear down Richmond’s old Sixth Street Marketplace and fund other improvements.
The agenda for the meeting will include:
• Public Comment Period
• Chairman’s Report
• CDA Administrator’s Report
7th & Marshall Elevators
• Finance Committee Report
June 1, 2010 Debt Service Payment
• Parking Operations Committee Report
Parking Revenue Variances
• CDA Counsel’s Report
Special Assessments
WHEN Thursday, February 25, 2010; 9:00 -10:30 a.m.
WHERE Troutman Sanders, LLP
1001 Haxall Point, 15th floor (Roberts Room)
Richmond, Virginia, 23219
CONTACT For more information please contact Lynne Lancaster, Administrator, Broad Street Community Development Authority, at llynnessl@msn.com.
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RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
For Immediate Release
Tuesday, 16 February 2010
Richmond’s Broad Street Community Development Authority to hold a regular monthly meeting
Public invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Richmond’s Broad Street Community Development Authority will hold a regular monthly meeting. The Broad Street Community Development Authority is a component unit of the City of Richmond and was established by Richmond City Council Ordinance Number 2002-165-199; adopted July 8, 2002, and, pursuant to the provisions of Article 6 of Chapter 51 of Title 15.2 of the Virginia Code of Laws of 1950, as amended. The Authority was amended again on July 14, 2008 (Richmond City Council Ordinance Number 2008-174-189) to increase the membership of the board from five to seven.
The Authority is responsible for financing and managing certain improvements in connection with development and redevelopment of the downtown area of Richmond, Virginia. The most recent project completed by the Broad Street Community Development Authority was the financing of $67 million in bonds to tear down Richmond’s old Sixth Street Marketplace and fund other improvements.
The agenda for the meeting will include:
• Public Comment Period
• Chairman’s Report
• CDA Administrator’s Report
7th & Marshall Elevators
• Finance Committee Report
June 1, 2010 Debt Service Payment
• Parking Operations Committee Report
Parking Revenue Variances
• CDA Counsel’s Report
Special Assessments
WHEN Thursday, February 25, 2010; 9:00 -10:30 a.m.
WHERE Troutman Sanders, LLP
1001 Haxall Point, 15th floor (Roberts Room)
Richmond, Virginia, 23219
CONTACT For more information please contact Lynne Lancaster, Administrator, Broad Street Community Development Authority, at llynnessl@msn.com.
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Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Richmond City Council Summary of Upcoming Official Council Public meetings to be held in March 2010
Richmond City Council holds an average of 12 official monthly public meetings to discuss, deliberate, and act on laws, finances and policy on behalf of our community. Citizens are invited and encouraged to attend these meetings, which include (but are not limited to) two Council “Council Formal Meeting Sessions”, two “Council Informal Meeting Sessions”, six Council Standing Committee meetings, and Richmond City Council Public Hearings/Special Events/Commission meetings, held on an as-needed basis.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wednesday, 24 February 2010
Richmond City Council Summary of Upcoming Official Council Public meetings to be held in March 2010
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Richmond City Council holds an average of 12 official monthly public meetings to discuss, deliberate, and act on laws, finances and policy on behalf of our community. Citizens are invited and encouraged to attend these meetings, which include (but are not limited to) two Council “Council Formal Meeting Sessions”, two “Council Informal Meeting Sessions”, six Council Standing Committee meetings, and Richmond City Council Public Hearings/Special Events/Commission meetings, held on an as-needed basis.
The following is a summary of official Richmond City Council Official Public Meetings for March 2010. Meeting times and dates are subject to change and more meetings may be added. This summary does not included schedules for Richmond City Council Boards or Commissions. For more information and/or updated meetings information, please call 804.646.7955.
MARCH 2010 MEETING SUMMARY _____________________________________
MONDAY, MARCH 1, 2010; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and updating laws and policy regarding Richmond City Council internal operations, Council offices and functions of Standing Committees, Boards and Commissions.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
Frequency Typically the first Monday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
MONDAY, MARCH 8, 2010; 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Richmond City Council INFORMAL MEETING SESSION
Responsible for reviewing information and preparing for “Formal” Council meetings. Meetings may include presentations from city administration or private entities.
LOCATION Richmond Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
Frequency Typically the second and forth Monday of each month; 3:00-5:30 p.m.
(With the exception of August, when no Informal meetings are held, and holidays)
MONDAY, MARCH 8, 2010; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Richmond City Council FORMAL MEETING SESSION
Responsible for deciding official Council action, which includes discussing, adopting, rejecting, and amending laws and approving the budget. Formal meetings include a time for pubic 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 Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
Frequency Typically the second and forth Monday of each month; 6:00-8:30 p.m.
(With the exception of August, when no Formal meetings are held, and holidays)
TUESDAY, MARCH 16, 2010; 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council LAND USE, HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding real estate, housing, environmental issues, and public transportation.
LOCATION Richmond Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
Frequency Typically the Tuesday following the 3rd Monday of each month; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17, 2010; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council HEALTH, HUMAN SERVICES AND EDUCATION STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding public mental and physical health, social services, recreation, and the public library. The Committee balances the primary role of the Richmond Public Schools Board regarding oversight of Richmond Public Schools against Council’s responsibility for appropriation of public funds.
LOCATION Richmond Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
Frequency Typically the third Wednesday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
THURSDAY, MARCH 18, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council
FINANCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding city fiscal operations, which includes the budgetary process, annual/biannual fiscal plan budgets, revenue and expenses and internal fiscal controls.
LOCATION Richmond Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
Frequency Typically the third Thursday of each month; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
MONDAY, MARCH 22, 2010; 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Richmond City Council INFORMAL MEETING SESSION
Responsible for reviewing information and preparing for “Formal” Council meetings and may include presentations from city administration or private entities.
LOCATION Richmond Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
Frequency Typically the second and forth Monday of each month; 3:00-5:30 p.m.
(With the exception of August, when no Informal meetings are held, and holidays)
MONDAY, MARCH 22, 2010; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Richmond City Council FORMAL MEETING SESSION
Responsible for deciding official Council action, which includes discussing, adopting, rejecting, and amending laws and approving the budget. Formal meetings include a time for pubic 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 Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
Frequency Typically the second and forth Monday of each month; 6:00-8:30 p.m.
(With the exception of August, when no Formal meetings are held, and holidays)
THURSDAY, MARCH 25, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for the reviewing the general operations all city agencies, administrative departments, and units and for making recommendations, policy an laws for increasing operational efficiency as appropriate.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd fl; 900 E. Broad St., 2nd Floor, Conference Room
Frequency Typically the Fourth Thursday of each month; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
MONDAY, MARCH 29, 2010; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council PUBLIC SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding judiciary, law enforcement, fire and emergency response and prevention, ambulance services and emergency communications. Location recently changed from Council Chambers to Police Academy.
LOCATION Richmond Police Academy - 1202 W. Graham Road (Richmond’s Northside)
Frequency Typically the third Monday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
CONTACT For more information, please contact Steve Skinner, Council Public Information, at 804.646.6052 or steven.skinner@richmondgov.com
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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
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wednesday, 24 February 2010
Richmond City Council Summary of Upcoming Official Council Public meetings to be held in March 2010
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Richmond City Council holds an average of 12 official monthly public meetings to discuss, deliberate, and act on laws, finances and policy on behalf of our community. Citizens are invited and encouraged to attend these meetings, which include (but are not limited to) two Council “Council Formal Meeting Sessions”, two “Council Informal Meeting Sessions”, six Council Standing Committee meetings, and Richmond City Council Public Hearings/Special Events/Commission meetings, held on an as-needed basis.
The following is a summary of official Richmond City Council Official Public Meetings for March 2010. Meeting times and dates are subject to change and more meetings may be added. This summary does not included schedules for Richmond City Council Boards or Commissions. For more information and/or updated meetings information, please call 804.646.7955.
MARCH 2010 MEETING SUMMARY _____________________________________
MONDAY, MARCH 1, 2010; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and updating laws and policy regarding Richmond City Council internal operations, Council offices and functions of Standing Committees, Boards and Commissions.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor Conference Room; 900 E. Broad Street
Frequency Typically the first Monday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
MONDAY, MARCH 8, 2010; 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Richmond City Council INFORMAL MEETING SESSION
Responsible for reviewing information and preparing for “Formal” Council meetings. Meetings may include presentations from city administration or private entities.
LOCATION Richmond Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
Frequency Typically the second and forth Monday of each month; 3:00-5:30 p.m.
(With the exception of August, when no Informal meetings are held, and holidays)
MONDAY, MARCH 8, 2010; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Richmond City Council FORMAL MEETING SESSION
Responsible for deciding official Council action, which includes discussing, adopting, rejecting, and amending laws and approving the budget. Formal meetings include a time for pubic 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 Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
Frequency Typically the second and forth Monday of each month; 6:00-8:30 p.m.
(With the exception of August, when no Formal meetings are held, and holidays)
TUESDAY, MARCH 16, 2010; 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council LAND USE, HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding real estate, housing, environmental issues, and public transportation.
LOCATION Richmond Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
Frequency Typically the Tuesday following the 3rd Monday of each month; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17, 2010; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council HEALTH, HUMAN SERVICES AND EDUCATION STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding public mental and physical health, social services, recreation, and the public library. The Committee balances the primary role of the Richmond Public Schools Board regarding oversight of Richmond Public Schools against Council’s responsibility for appropriation of public funds.
LOCATION Richmond Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
Frequency Typically the third Wednesday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
THURSDAY, MARCH 18, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council
FINANCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding city fiscal operations, which includes the budgetary process, annual/biannual fiscal plan budgets, revenue and expenses and internal fiscal controls.
LOCATION Richmond Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
Frequency Typically the third Thursday of each month; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
MONDAY, MARCH 22, 2010; 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Richmond City Council INFORMAL MEETING SESSION
Responsible for reviewing information and preparing for “Formal” Council meetings and may include presentations from city administration or private entities.
LOCATION Richmond Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
Frequency Typically the second and forth Monday of each month; 3:00-5:30 p.m.
(With the exception of August, when no Informal meetings are held, and holidays)
MONDAY, MARCH 22, 2010; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Richmond City Council FORMAL MEETING SESSION
Responsible for deciding official Council action, which includes discussing, adopting, rejecting, and amending laws and approving the budget. Formal meetings include a time for pubic 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 Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor; 900 E. Broad St.
Frequency Typically the second and forth Monday of each month; 6:00-8:30 p.m.
(With the exception of August, when no Formal meetings are held, and holidays)
THURSDAY, MARCH 25, 2010; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for the reviewing the general operations all city agencies, administrative departments, and units and for making recommendations, policy an laws for increasing operational efficiency as appropriate.
LOCATION Richmond City Hall, 2nd fl; 900 E. Broad St., 2nd Floor, Conference Room
Frequency Typically the Fourth Thursday of each month; 4:00-5:30 p.m.
MONDAY, MARCH 29, 2010; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Richmond City Council PUBLIC SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE
Responsible for oversight, monitoring and recommending laws and policy regarding judiciary, law enforcement, fire and emergency response and prevention, ambulance services and emergency communications. Location recently changed from Council Chambers to Police Academy.
LOCATION Richmond Police Academy - 1202 W. Graham Road (Richmond’s Northside)
Frequency Typically the third Monday of each month; 5:00-6:30 p.m.
CONTACT For more information, please contact Steve Skinner, Council Public Information, at 804.646.6052 or steven.skinner@richmondgov.com
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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
Councilwoman Newbille invites all East End 7th District citizens to attend two-day Richmond 7th Annual Black History Month Extravaganza
Richmond City Councilwoman Cynthia I. Newbille, East End 7th District, invites all citizens living in the East End 7th District to attend the Richmond 7th Annual Black History Month Extravaganza, in lieu of the meeting she regularly holds in the East End 7th District each month. The two-day Richmond 7th Annual Black History Month Extravaganza is cosponsored by Delegate Delores L. McQuinn, Member, Virginia House of Delegates 70th District and Richmond City Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson, Gateway 6th District.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wednesday, 24 February 2010
Councilwoman Newbille invites all East End 7th District citizens to attend two-day Richmond 7th Annual Black History Month Extravaganza
Encourages citizens to attend in lieu of her regularly held East End 7th District meeting this month
Includes Free Soul Food Dinner: Sat., Feb. 27 – Sun., Feb. 28, 2010
WHAT Richmond City Councilwoman Cynthia I. Newbille, East End 7th District, invites all citizens living in the East End 7th District to attend the Richmond 7th Annual Black History Month Extravaganza, in lieu of the meeting she regularly holds in the East End 7th District each month. The two-day Richmond 7th Annual Black History Month Extravaganza is cosponsored by Delegate Delores L. McQuinn, Member, Virginia House of Delegates 70th District and Richmond City Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson, Gateway 6th District.
The first-day of the event will include the Richmond 7th Annual Black History Month Extravaganza Heritage Community Awards Program and Dinner. This event will recognize individuals whose volunteer efforts have made significant differences in our community and include a program entitled “Embracing Our Culture, Saving Our Children, Reclaiming Our Community”. The event includes a free Soul Food Dinner.
The second-day of two-day Richmond 7th Annual Black History Month Extravaganza will include a program-driven discussion entitled “The Future of Richmond’s Past,” which will be held in a different location.
Both events (including the dinner) are free and the entire community is invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN/ Richmond 7th Annual Black History Month Extravaganza
WHERE
First-Day - Saturday, February 27, 2010 – 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Heritage Community Awards Program and Dinner
Keynote Speaker
Rev. Marcus Martin, Pastor, New Bridge Baptist Church
President, Baptist General Convention of Virginia Division of Clergy
Live Musical Entertainment
• Richmond Youth Jazz Guild
• Pilgrim Baptist Church Mass Choir
• Jake Holmes “In Due Season”
• Soulful Sounds
Includes
• Free Admission
• Free Soul Food Dinner
Location
Richmond Public Schools – Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School
1000 Mosby Street, Richmond (In Richmond’s Historic Church Hill)
Second-Day - Sunday, February 28, 2010 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Program-driven Discussion entitled “The Future of Richmond’s Past”
Location
Family Resource Center
2405 Jefferson Avenue (In Richmond’s Historic Church Hill)
WHO The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council,
East End 7th District,
CONTACT For more information, please contact Sam Patterson, at 804.646.3012; or sam.patterson@richmondgov.com
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RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wednesday, 24 February 2010
Councilwoman Newbille invites all East End 7th District citizens to attend two-day Richmond 7th Annual Black History Month Extravaganza
Encourages citizens to attend in lieu of her regularly held East End 7th District meeting this month
Includes Free Soul Food Dinner: Sat., Feb. 27 – Sun., Feb. 28, 2010
WHAT Richmond City Councilwoman Cynthia I. Newbille, East End 7th District, invites all citizens living in the East End 7th District to attend the Richmond 7th Annual Black History Month Extravaganza, in lieu of the meeting she regularly holds in the East End 7th District each month. The two-day Richmond 7th Annual Black History Month Extravaganza is cosponsored by Delegate Delores L. McQuinn, Member, Virginia House of Delegates 70th District and Richmond City Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson, Gateway 6th District.
The first-day of the event will include the Richmond 7th Annual Black History Month Extravaganza Heritage Community Awards Program and Dinner. This event will recognize individuals whose volunteer efforts have made significant differences in our community and include a program entitled “Embracing Our Culture, Saving Our Children, Reclaiming Our Community”. The event includes a free Soul Food Dinner.
The second-day of two-day Richmond 7th Annual Black History Month Extravaganza will include a program-driven discussion entitled “The Future of Richmond’s Past,” which will be held in a different location.
Both events (including the dinner) are free and the entire community is invited and encouraged to attend.
WHEN/ Richmond 7th Annual Black History Month Extravaganza
WHERE
First-Day - Saturday, February 27, 2010 – 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Heritage Community Awards Program and Dinner
Keynote Speaker
Rev. Marcus Martin, Pastor, New Bridge Baptist Church
President, Baptist General Convention of Virginia Division of Clergy
Live Musical Entertainment
• Richmond Youth Jazz Guild
• Pilgrim Baptist Church Mass Choir
• Jake Holmes “In Due Season”
• Soulful Sounds
Includes
• Free Admission
• Free Soul Food Dinner
Location
Richmond Public Schools – Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School
1000 Mosby Street, Richmond (In Richmond’s Historic Church Hill)
Second-Day - Sunday, February 28, 2010 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Program-driven Discussion entitled “The Future of Richmond’s Past”
Location
Family Resource Center
2405 Jefferson Avenue (In Richmond’s Historic Church Hill)
WHO The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council,
East End 7th District,
CONTACT For more information, please contact Sam Patterson, at 804.646.3012; or sam.patterson@richmondgov.com
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Monday, February 22, 2010
Councilman Samuels to hold meeting in North Central 2nd District
Councilman Charles R. Samuels, North Central 2nd District, Richmond City
Council, will hold a meeting in the North Central 2nd District. All
North Central 2nd District residents are invited and encouraged to
attend. The meeting will include information on his goals and
accomplishments; a topical agenda of current interest; updates; special
guests; and, a time to discuss neighborhood concerns and questions.
Refreshments will be served.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200
Richmond, Virginia 23219
www.council.richmondva.gov
Entire North Central 2nd District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Councilman Charles R. Samuels, North Central 2nd District, Richmond City Council, will hold a meeting in the North Central 2nd District. All North Central 2nd District residents are invited and encouraged to attend. The meeting will include information on his goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda of current interest; updates; special guests; and, a time to discuss neighborhood concerns and questions. Refreshments will be served.
Topics/Special guests will include:
• John Lewis, Executive Director
Greater Richmond Transit Company (GRTC System)
• Richmond Department of Public Works
1. Report on Leaf Collection
2. New trash collection schedules
3. New bulk trash pickup schedules
• 2010 United States Census
Importance of participating in the Upcoming Census
• Richmond City Council State Legislative Requests for the
2010 Virginia General Assembly Legislative Session
WHEN Thursday, December 3, 2009
6:00-7:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Police Department, 4th Police Precinct
2219 Chamberlayne Avenue, Richmond, Virginia
WHO Councilman Charles R. Samuels
Richmond City Council, North Central 2nd District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Jan Girardi, at 804.646.6532 or by email, at jan.girardi@richmondgov.com
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RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200
Richmond, Virginia 23219
www.council.richmondva.gov
Entire North Central 2nd District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Councilman Charles R. Samuels, North Central 2nd District, Richmond City Council, will hold a meeting in the North Central 2nd District. All North Central 2nd District residents are invited and encouraged to attend. The meeting will include information on his goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda of current interest; updates; special guests; and, a time to discuss neighborhood concerns and questions. Refreshments will be served.
Topics/Special guests will include:
• John Lewis, Executive Director
Greater Richmond Transit Company (GRTC System)
• Richmond Department of Public Works
1. Report on Leaf Collection
2. New trash collection schedules
3. New bulk trash pickup schedules
• 2010 United States Census
Importance of participating in the Upcoming Census
• Richmond City Council State Legislative Requests for the
2010 Virginia General Assembly Legislative Session
WHEN Thursday, December 3, 2009
6:00-7:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Police Department, 4th Police Precinct
2219 Chamberlayne Avenue, Richmond, Virginia
WHO Councilman Charles R. Samuels
Richmond City Council, North Central 2nd District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Jan Girardi, at 804.646.6532 or by email, at jan.girardi@richmondgov.com
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Proposed Richmond Tree Policy Ordinance postponed
The Richmond City Council Public Hearing that was to be held tonight during the Formal Council Meeting for proposed Richmond Ordinance Number 2010-33, concerning the Richmond Municipal Tree Policy, will be held at a later date to be announced. The proposed ordinance, attached, regards the establishment of revised procedures and guidelines for the maintenance and removal of trees on city-owned property, as patroned by Mayor Dwight Jones.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, 22 February 2010
Proposed Richmond Tree Policy Ordinance postponed
To be held at a later date to be announced
WHAT The Richmond City Council Public Hearing that was to be held tonight during the Formal Council Meeting for proposed Richmond Ordinance Number 2010-33, concerning the Richmond Municipal Tree Policy, will be held at a later date to be announced. The proposed ordinance, attached, regards the establishment of revised procedures and guidelines for the maintenance and removal of trees on city-owned property, as patroned by Mayor Dwight Jones.
WHEN Continued to a date to be announced
WHO Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact David Hathcock, at 804.320.2454, or david.hathcock@richmondgov.com.
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RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, 22 February 2010
Proposed Richmond Tree Policy Ordinance postponed
To be held at a later date to be announced
WHAT The Richmond City Council Public Hearing that was to be held tonight during the Formal Council Meeting for proposed Richmond Ordinance Number 2010-33, concerning the Richmond Municipal Tree Policy, will be held at a later date to be announced. The proposed ordinance, attached, regards the establishment of revised procedures and guidelines for the maintenance and removal of trees on city-owned property, as patroned by Mayor Dwight Jones.
WHEN Continued to a date to be announced
WHO Richmond City Council
CONTACT For more information, please contact David Hathcock, at 804.320.2454, or david.hathcock@richmondgov.com.
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Richmond City Council to recognize 50th Anniversary of 1960 Richmond Civil Rights Protest Marches and Sit-ins, Police Officers and Read Across Richmon
Tonight, Richmond will recognize the 50th Anniversary of the1960 Richmond Two-Day Downtown Civil Rights Protest Marches and Sit-ins, members of the Richmond Police Department, and Read Across Richmond Day. The awards, written out below, will be presented during the Richmond City Council Formal Meeting Session.
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, 22 February 2010
Richmond City Council to recognize 50th Anniversary of 1960 Richmond Civil Rights Protest Marches and Sit-ins, Police Officers and Read Across Richmond Day
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Tonight, Richmond will recognize the 50th Anniversary of the1960 Richmond Two-Day Downtown Civil Rights Protest Marches and Sit-ins, members of the Richmond Police Department, and Read Across Richmond Day. The awards, written out below, will be presented during the Richmond City Council Formal Meeting Session.
Of the many duties performed by Richmond City Council on behalf of the community, one of the most rewarding is the recognition and honoring of individuals, businesses and organizations who, by their demonstrated commitment and example, inspire others and help to make Richmond an even better place to live, work, learn, play, visit, and raise a family.
Recognizing and honoring those who provide resources, time, talent and energy on behalf of the Richmond community sets a standard for service to others; encourages a sustained commitment to civic participation; and, inspires others to action. It is for these reasons that Richmond City Council publicly recognizes individuals, families, groups, organizations, and businesses through the confirmation of awards during Formal Council meetings.
WHEN Monday, 22 February 2009
During Richmond City Council Awards and Presentations Ceremony held at the first part of Richmond City Council FORMAL MEETING
6:00 -8:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor
900 E. Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia
CONTACT For more information, please contact Steve Skinner, Richmond City Council, at 804.646.6052/937.1386 or steven.skinner@richmondgov.com
BACKGROUND _________________________________________________________________
The awards include:
Richmond City Council and Mayor Dwight Jones Official Recognition Award _________
50th Anniversary of the
1960 Richmond Two-Day Downtown Civil Rights Protest Marches and Sit-ins
The Honorable Dwight C. Jones, Mayor of Richmond, and The Honorable members of Richmond City Council, the governing legislative body of Richmond, do hereby unite
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together in solidarity and common purpose to publically commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the 1960 Richmond Two-Day Downtown Civil Rights Protest Marches and Sit-ins, held on February 20 and 22, 1960 in Richmond, Virginia.
Modeled after the successful civil rights work of Mohandas K. Gandhi in South Africa and India, the use of coordinated acts of protest and nonviolent civil disobedience were employed in United States of America (especially in the South) in response to prevalent racial discrimination and segregation practices. These organized acts of public dissent were designed to publically confront and change long-held social rules, laws and customs, which included denying people the use of same facilities and accommodations based on their race.
The organized Richmond protests included more than 200 African-American students from Virginia Union University, an historically black college, who marched from the campus to the downtown business district and cumulated with protesters exercising the use of “sit-in” tactics by visiting restaurants and lunch counters and refusing to leave until they were served. Originally scheduled for February 20, 1960, the protest was extended to a second day when establishments closed rather than serve them. On the second day, February 22, 1960, 34 of the protesters were arrested at the Thalhimers Department Store for their staged sit-ins at the downstairs lunch counter and upstairs Richmond Room restaurant and charged with trespassing. The resulting convictions of these students, who became know as the “Richmond 34”, were appealed through the legal process to the U.S. Supreme Court, which, in June 1963, ruled that trespass laws could not be used to further racial discrimination.
These acts led to additional protests and boycotts in Richmond and through these and many organized civil rights actions and court cases across the nation, new national laws were written to protect civil rights. These new laws included the U.S. Civil Rights Act of 1964 that banned discrimination based on race, religion, color or national origin in employment and public accommodations; and, the U.S. Voting Rights Act of 1965 that restored and protected voting rights for all U.S. citizens.
Therefore, The Honorable Dwight C. Jones, Mayor of Richmond, and The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council do officially commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the 1960 Richmond Two-Day Downtown Civil Rights Protest Marches and Sit-ins held on February 20 and 22, 1960 in Richmond, Virginia and brings this to the attention of our community that they may share in remembering these important events.
Richmond City Council Public Service Award _______________________________________
Capt. Steven R. Drew
Richmond Police Department
Richmond City Council does hereby officially recognize, celebrate and commend Capt. Steven R. Drew of the Richmond Police Department, for his ongoing public safety work on behalf of our Community.
Having earned a bachelors degree in social services that included education in law enforcement, corrections and psychological services, Capt. Drew attended the Richmond Police Academy and graduated in 1994. Since that time, Capt. Drew has dedicated 16-years to the protection and service of our families and neighborhoods as a member of the Richmond Police Department.
Capt. Drew’s many years of progressive police service include work as patrol
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officer, street level sergeant, tactical lieutenant, Commander of the Richmond Police Department Second Precinct, and, recent appointment as Captain of the Richmond Police Department Division of Major Crimes.
Known for his strength through kindness, hard work and ability to connect with people from all walks of life; his example is one that has helped the Richmond Police Department earn a well deserved reputation for dedication and service to our community.
The members of Richmond City Council are therefore proud to officially bestow the Richmond City Council Public Service Award on Capt. Steven R. Drew of the Richmond Police Department and thank him for his dedication to helping to make Richmond an even better and safer place to live, love, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Richmond City Council Award of Official Recognition _____________________
Lt. Angela Greene
Richmond Police Department
Richmond City Council does hereby officially recognize and honor Lt. Angela Greene of the Richmond Police Department for her ongoing public safety work on behalf of our Community.
A member of the Richmond Police Department for eight years, since May 18, 2009, Lt. Greene has served as Officer In Charge of the Richmond Police Department Second Precinct Sector 212. As a member of the Richmond Police Department, Lt. Greene is recognized for her efforts in providing protection and service on behalf of our families and neighborhoods.
The members of Richmond City Council are therefore proud to officially recognize and bestow this Award of Official Recognition on Lt. Angela Greene of the Richmond Police Department for her ongoing public service and thanks her for helping to make Richmond an even better and safer place to live, love, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Lt. Johnny McRoy
Richmond Police Department
Richmond City Council does hereby officially recognize and honor Lt. Johnny McRoy of the Richmond Police Department for his ongoing public safety work on behalf of our Community.
A member of the Richmond Police Department for nearly 13 years, since July 21, 2007, Lt. McRoy has served as Officer In Charge of the Richmond Police Department Second Precinct Sector 211. As a member of the Richmond Police Department, Lt. McRoy is recognized for his efforts in providing protection and service on behalf of our families and neighborhoods.
The members of Richmond City Council are therefore proud to officially recognize and bestow this Award of Official Recognition on Lt. Johnny McRoy of the Richmond Police Department for his ongoing public service and thanks him for helping to make Richmond an even better and safer place to live, love, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
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Richmond City Council Official Proclamation ________________________________________
Read Across Richmond Day
Whereas, On behalf of the citizens of Richmond, Richmond City Council does hereby officially recognize, confirm and promote the importance of reading for all children, youth and adults; and
Whereas, Reading is a foundation and critical component in preparing each of us for continued personal, academic and life-long success; and
Whereas, Crucial to reading success is positive adult involvement, promotion and reinforcement of good reading practices; leadership by example; and, the continued reading and learning of all adults; and
Whereas, Each year, on March 2, the National Education Association holds a national Read Across America celebration in recognition of the birthday of the renowned children’s book author Theodor Seuss Geisel, know by his pen name, Dr. Seuss; and
Whereas, The Read Across America event promotes reading and adult involvement in the education of our community’s students and calls on families to assure that every child is in a safe place reading together with a caring adult on March 2, 2010; and
Whereas, The year 2010 marks the 106th anniversary of Dr. Seuss’s birthday and the13th consecutive year of the National Education Association celebrating this event;
Now, Therefore, in recognition of the National Education Association’s Read Across America celebration and in order to support the individuals and organizations working on behalf reading, which includes the National Education Association, Richmond Education Association, Communities in Schools of Richmond and Richmond Public Schools, Richmond City Council does hereby officially proclaim March 2, 2010 as Read Across Richmond Day and calls upon the entire Richmond community to join in this celebration and read.
OTHER BACKGROUND ___________________________________________________
Richmond City Council meetings
Richmond City Council holds an average of 12 official monthly public meetings to discuss, deliberate, and act on laws, budgeting and policy on behalf of the community. Citizens are invited and encouraged to attend these meetings, which include (but are not limited to) two Council Formal Meeting Sessions, two Council Informal Meetings Sessions, six Council Standing Committee meetings, and Public Hearings/Special Events/Commission meetings held on an as-needed basis.
Formal Council meetings
Richmond City Council Formal Meetings Sessions are typically held the second and forth Monday of each month, from 6:00-8:30 p.m. (With the exception of August, when no Formal meetings are held, and holidays). These meetings are held for deciding official Council action, which includes discussing, adopting, rejecting, and amending laws and approving the budget. Formal meetings include a time for pubic 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.
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RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, 22 February 2010
Richmond City Council to recognize 50th Anniversary of 1960 Richmond Civil Rights Protest Marches and Sit-ins, Police Officers and Read Across Richmond Day
All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT Tonight, Richmond will recognize the 50th Anniversary of the1960 Richmond Two-Day Downtown Civil Rights Protest Marches and Sit-ins, members of the Richmond Police Department, and Read Across Richmond Day. The awards, written out below, will be presented during the Richmond City Council Formal Meeting Session.
Of the many duties performed by Richmond City Council on behalf of the community, one of the most rewarding is the recognition and honoring of individuals, businesses and organizations who, by their demonstrated commitment and example, inspire others and help to make Richmond an even better place to live, work, learn, play, visit, and raise a family.
Recognizing and honoring those who provide resources, time, talent and energy on behalf of the Richmond community sets a standard for service to others; encourages a sustained commitment to civic participation; and, inspires others to action. It is for these reasons that Richmond City Council publicly recognizes individuals, families, groups, organizations, and businesses through the confirmation of awards during Formal Council meetings.
WHEN Monday, 22 February 2009
During Richmond City Council Awards and Presentations Ceremony held at the first part of Richmond City Council FORMAL MEETING
6:00 -8:30 p.m.
WHERE Richmond Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall, 2nd floor
900 E. Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia
CONTACT For more information, please contact Steve Skinner, Richmond City Council, at 804.646.6052/937.1386 or steven.skinner@richmondgov.com
BACKGROUND _________________________________________________________________
The awards include:
Richmond City Council and Mayor Dwight Jones Official Recognition Award _________
50th Anniversary of the
1960 Richmond Two-Day Downtown Civil Rights Protest Marches and Sit-ins
The Honorable Dwight C. Jones, Mayor of Richmond, and The Honorable members of Richmond City Council, the governing legislative body of Richmond, do hereby unite
- M O R E -
together in solidarity and common purpose to publically commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the 1960 Richmond Two-Day Downtown Civil Rights Protest Marches and Sit-ins, held on February 20 and 22, 1960 in Richmond, Virginia.
Modeled after the successful civil rights work of Mohandas K. Gandhi in South Africa and India, the use of coordinated acts of protest and nonviolent civil disobedience were employed in United States of America (especially in the South) in response to prevalent racial discrimination and segregation practices. These organized acts of public dissent were designed to publically confront and change long-held social rules, laws and customs, which included denying people the use of same facilities and accommodations based on their race.
The organized Richmond protests included more than 200 African-American students from Virginia Union University, an historically black college, who marched from the campus to the downtown business district and cumulated with protesters exercising the use of “sit-in” tactics by visiting restaurants and lunch counters and refusing to leave until they were served. Originally scheduled for February 20, 1960, the protest was extended to a second day when establishments closed rather than serve them. On the second day, February 22, 1960, 34 of the protesters were arrested at the Thalhimers Department Store for their staged sit-ins at the downstairs lunch counter and upstairs Richmond Room restaurant and charged with trespassing. The resulting convictions of these students, who became know as the “Richmond 34”, were appealed through the legal process to the U.S. Supreme Court, which, in June 1963, ruled that trespass laws could not be used to further racial discrimination.
These acts led to additional protests and boycotts in Richmond and through these and many organized civil rights actions and court cases across the nation, new national laws were written to protect civil rights. These new laws included the U.S. Civil Rights Act of 1964 that banned discrimination based on race, religion, color or national origin in employment and public accommodations; and, the U.S. Voting Rights Act of 1965 that restored and protected voting rights for all U.S. citizens.
Therefore, The Honorable Dwight C. Jones, Mayor of Richmond, and The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council do officially commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the 1960 Richmond Two-Day Downtown Civil Rights Protest Marches and Sit-ins held on February 20 and 22, 1960 in Richmond, Virginia and brings this to the attention of our community that they may share in remembering these important events.
Richmond City Council Public Service Award _______________________________________
Capt. Steven R. Drew
Richmond Police Department
Richmond City Council does hereby officially recognize, celebrate and commend Capt. Steven R. Drew of the Richmond Police Department, for his ongoing public safety work on behalf of our Community.
Having earned a bachelors degree in social services that included education in law enforcement, corrections and psychological services, Capt. Drew attended the Richmond Police Academy and graduated in 1994. Since that time, Capt. Drew has dedicated 16-years to the protection and service of our families and neighborhoods as a member of the Richmond Police Department.
Capt. Drew’s many years of progressive police service include work as patrol
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officer, street level sergeant, tactical lieutenant, Commander of the Richmond Police Department Second Precinct, and, recent appointment as Captain of the Richmond Police Department Division of Major Crimes.
Known for his strength through kindness, hard work and ability to connect with people from all walks of life; his example is one that has helped the Richmond Police Department earn a well deserved reputation for dedication and service to our community.
The members of Richmond City Council are therefore proud to officially bestow the Richmond City Council Public Service Award on Capt. Steven R. Drew of the Richmond Police Department and thank him for his dedication to helping to make Richmond an even better and safer place to live, love, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Richmond City Council Award of Official Recognition _____________________
Lt. Angela Greene
Richmond Police Department
Richmond City Council does hereby officially recognize and honor Lt. Angela Greene of the Richmond Police Department for her ongoing public safety work on behalf of our Community.
A member of the Richmond Police Department for eight years, since May 18, 2009, Lt. Greene has served as Officer In Charge of the Richmond Police Department Second Precinct Sector 212. As a member of the Richmond Police Department, Lt. Greene is recognized for her efforts in providing protection and service on behalf of our families and neighborhoods.
The members of Richmond City Council are therefore proud to officially recognize and bestow this Award of Official Recognition on Lt. Angela Greene of the Richmond Police Department for her ongoing public service and thanks her for helping to make Richmond an even better and safer place to live, love, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Lt. Johnny McRoy
Richmond Police Department
Richmond City Council does hereby officially recognize and honor Lt. Johnny McRoy of the Richmond Police Department for his ongoing public safety work on behalf of our Community.
A member of the Richmond Police Department for nearly 13 years, since July 21, 2007, Lt. McRoy has served as Officer In Charge of the Richmond Police Department Second Precinct Sector 211. As a member of the Richmond Police Department, Lt. McRoy is recognized for his efforts in providing protection and service on behalf of our families and neighborhoods.
The members of Richmond City Council are therefore proud to officially recognize and bestow this Award of Official Recognition on Lt. Johnny McRoy of the Richmond Police Department for his ongoing public service and thanks him for helping to make Richmond an even better and safer place to live, love, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
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Richmond City Council Official Proclamation ________________________________________
Read Across Richmond Day
Whereas, On behalf of the citizens of Richmond, Richmond City Council does hereby officially recognize, confirm and promote the importance of reading for all children, youth and adults; and
Whereas, Reading is a foundation and critical component in preparing each of us for continued personal, academic and life-long success; and
Whereas, Crucial to reading success is positive adult involvement, promotion and reinforcement of good reading practices; leadership by example; and, the continued reading and learning of all adults; and
Whereas, Each year, on March 2, the National Education Association holds a national Read Across America celebration in recognition of the birthday of the renowned children’s book author Theodor Seuss Geisel, know by his pen name, Dr. Seuss; and
Whereas, The Read Across America event promotes reading and adult involvement in the education of our community’s students and calls on families to assure that every child is in a safe place reading together with a caring adult on March 2, 2010; and
Whereas, The year 2010 marks the 106th anniversary of Dr. Seuss’s birthday and the13th consecutive year of the National Education Association celebrating this event;
Now, Therefore, in recognition of the National Education Association’s Read Across America celebration and in order to support the individuals and organizations working on behalf reading, which includes the National Education Association, Richmond Education Association, Communities in Schools of Richmond and Richmond Public Schools, Richmond City Council does hereby officially proclaim March 2, 2010 as Read Across Richmond Day and calls upon the entire Richmond community to join in this celebration and read.
OTHER BACKGROUND ___________________________________________________
Richmond City Council meetings
Richmond City Council holds an average of 12 official monthly public meetings to discuss, deliberate, and act on laws, budgeting and policy on behalf of the community. Citizens are invited and encouraged to attend these meetings, which include (but are not limited to) two Council Formal Meeting Sessions, two Council Informal Meetings Sessions, six Council Standing Committee meetings, and Public Hearings/Special Events/Commission meetings held on an as-needed basis.
Formal Council meetings
Richmond City Council Formal Meetings Sessions are typically held the second and forth Monday of each month, from 6:00-8:30 p.m. (With the exception of August, when no Formal meetings are held, and holidays). These meetings are held for deciding official Council action, which includes discussing, adopting, rejecting, and amending laws and approving the budget. Formal meetings include a time for pubic 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.
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