Tuesday, October 2, 2012

Deadline: All Richmond Voter Registrations or updates to be in Richmond Office of the General Registrar by October 15, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by that date

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL


Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov



COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY

IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED

Monday, 1 October 2012



Deadline: All Richmond Voter Registrations or updates to be in Richmond Office of the General Registrar by October 15, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by that date



All Richmond residents invited and encouraged to register to vote



WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The deadline for Richmond residents to register to vote in the upcoming election is October 15, 2012 by 5:00 p.m.



All Richmond residents who wish to register to vote or needing to update their voter registration information must have their information in to the Richmond Office of the General Registrar by the October 15 deadline or have mailed their information and have had it postmarked by that date in order to be able to vote in the upcoming November 6, 2012 election.



Richmond residents are reminded that it is very important to update voter registration information if you have moved because it can affect whether or not you can vote.



Richmond residents can check their voter registration online, at www.sbe.virginia.gov to see if they are registered to vote and/or check to see if they need to update their voter registration information.



The Richmond Office of the General Registrar is located in Richmond City Hall; 900 East Broad Street, Room 105 (first floor); Richmond, Virginia 23219.



All Richmond Residents are invited and encouraged to register to vote and vote in the upcoming election, being held on Tuesday, November 6, 2012.



CONTACT For more information, please contact the Richmond Office of the General Registrar, at 804.646.5950, or visit the Richmond Office of General Registrar, located in Richmond City Hall; 900 East Broad Street, Room 105; Richmond, Virginia 23219 http://www.richmondgov.com/Registrar/index.aspx.



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Steven R. Skinner, APR

Council Public Information Manager

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF

Richmond City Hall

900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305

Richmond, Virginia 23219

804.646.6052 (office)

804.335.4054 (mobile)

804.937.1386 (home/mobile)

804.646.5468 (fax)

steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)

www.council.richmondva.gov(website)

____________________________________________



MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council

is to represent citizens in creating and amending

local laws, providing government policy and

oversight, and approving the city budget.



VISION Richmond City Council is committed to

creating a vibrant community that is a great place

to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.



Monday, September 24, 2012

Councilwoman Robertson invites community to the 2012 Richmond Ann Hardy Plaza Community Center Master Plan Unveiling and Festival

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL


Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov



COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY

IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED

Monday, 24 September 2012



Councilwoman Robertson invites community to the 2012 Richmond Ann Hardy Plaza Community Center Master Plan Unveiling and Festival



To include Food, Music, Entertainment, Moon Bounces and Awards



WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Gateway 6th District, invites the entire community to join her, The Honorable Jennifer L. McClellan, Delegate, Virginia House of Delegates, 71st Voter District, members of the Richmond Mayor's Office, community leaders, neighbors, businesses and the media to the 2012 Richmond Ann Hardy Plaza Community Center Master Plan Unveiling and Festival.



Upcoming plans for the Plaza include an outdoor theatre/stage, walking trail and fitness station, and splash pad. This event is free and open to the public and everyone is invited and encouraged to attend. The event will include:



• 2012 Richmond Ann Hardy Plaza Community Center Master Plan Unveiling

• Food

• Music

• Entertainment

• Children's Moon Bounce Inflatables

• Awards

• Announcements of community improvements to the Highland Park Neighborhood. (Including hundreds of volunteer hours and thousands of dollars invested. Millions of dollars in property development, infrastructure and traffic engineering improvements and redevelopment of the nearby Richmond Cannon Creek Greenway Bicycle & Pedestrian Trail.



WHEN Thursday, September 27, 2012

5:30-7:30 p.m.



WHERE Richmond Department of Parks Recreation and Community Facilities

Ann Hardy Plaza Community Center

3300 First Avenue

Richmond, Virginia 23231



WHO The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman

Richmond City Council, Gateway 6th District

The Honorable Jennifer L. McClellan

Delegate, Virginia House of Delegates, 71st Voter District

Members of the Richmond Mayor's Office

Community leaders, Neighbors, Businesses, Media



CONTACT For more information, please contact Cybelle O’Sullivan-McDaniels, Richmond

City Council, Gateway 6th District, at 804.646.7964 (office) or cybelle.o’sullivan@richmondgov.com; www.ellenrobertson.com (website)



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______________________________________

Steven R. Skinner, APR

Council Public Information Manager

Office of the Chief of Staff

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

Richmond City Hall

900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305

Richmond, Virginia 23219

804.646.6052 (office)

804.335.4054 (mobile)

804.937.1386 (home/mobile)

804.646.5468 (fax)

skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)

www.council.richmondva.gov(website)

______________________________________



MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council

is to represent citizens in creating and amending

local laws, providing government policy and

oversight, and approving the city budget.



VISION Richmond City Council is committed to

creating a vibrant community that is a great place

to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.







Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force Macro Subcommittee to hold meeting

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, 18 September 2012



Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force Macro Subcommittee to hold meeting



All residents are invited and encouraged to attend



WHAT The Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force Macro Subcommittee, which focuses on long range transit planning issues, will hold a meeting. The meeting is free and open to the public and all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.



This Subcommittee is a function of the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force, whose purpose 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.



WHEN Tuesday, September 25, 2012

4:00-6:00 p.m.



WHERE Richmond Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau (RMCVB) Offices

401 North 3rd Street, 2nd floor - Richmond, VA 23219

Located inside the Greater Richmond Convention Center at the Corner of 3rd & Marshall Streets on the 2nd floor. Parking available in the Greater Richmond Convention Center parking garage located at 3rd & Marshall Streets. Once you have parked, exit the garage and cross Marshall Street. Enter the Exhibit Hall building at the corner of 3rd & Marshall Streets. Take elevator to the 2nd floor. The RMCVB’s offices are to the right.



WHO Members of the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force



CONTACT For more information, please contact Marianne Pitts, Liaison, Richmond City Council, West End 1st District, at 804.646.5935; or marianne.pitts@richmondgov.com.



Background ________________________________________________________________________



Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force

Richmond City Council established the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force on September 27, 2010 by Richmond City Council Ordinance No. 2010-173-166.



The objective of the Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force is to provide a report to Council within in a year of its first meeting which recommends the following:



1. Any legislation, plans, policies, and programs that promote efficient mass transit in the city;



2. Economic development, economic growth, employment and tourism strategies that include public transportation; and,



3. Public relations and education programs to increase public use of mass transit.



4. The Task Force shall also work with interested private organizations to improve the service and efficiency of the GRTC.





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Steven R. Skinner, APR

Council Public Information Manager

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF

Richmond City Hall

900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305

Richmond, Virginia 23219

804.646.6052 (office)

804.335.4054 (mobile)

804.937.1386 (home/mobile)

804.646.5468 (fax)

steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)

www.council.richmondva.gov(website)

____________________________________________



MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council

is to represent citizens in creating and amending

local laws, providing government policy and

oversight, and approving the city budget.



VISION Richmond City Council is committed to

creating a vibrant community that is a great place

to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.













Friday, September 14, 2012

Richmond City Council Annual Work Retreat Meeting to be held: FY 2014 Richmond Government Budget and 2013 Richmond Legislative Proposals for the 2013 Virginia General Assembly Legislative Session

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, 14 September 2012



Richmond City Council Annual Work Retreat Meeting to be held: FY 2014 Richmond Government Budget and 2013 Richmond Legislative Proposals for the 2013 Virginia General Assembly Legislative Session



Meeting for review, discussion and planning



WHAT Richmond City Council will hold its Annual Work Retreat Meeting. The meeting includes members of Richmond City Council, the Richmond Office of the Mayor and the Richmond Government Administration. This meeting is a time to set priorities, review, and plan for the future. This year, the meeting will focus on the upcoming the Fiscal Year 2014 Richmond Government Budget and 2013 Richmond Legislative Proposals for the 2013 Virginia General Assembly Legislative Session. The meeting is open to the public and all Richmond Residents are invited are encouraged to attend.



WHEN Monday, 1 October 2012

3:00-7:00 p.m.



WHERE Richmond Police Department Training Academy, Auditorium

1202 W. Graham Road (In Richmond's Northside)

(1 Block west of Brook Road – Near Virginia Union University)



WHO The Honorable Members of Richmond City Council

Richmond Office of the Mayor/Richmond Government Administration



CONTACT For more information, please contact Steve Skinner, Council Public Information Manager, Richmond City Council Office of the Council Chief of Staff, at 804.646.6052 (office); 804.937.1386 (mobile); or steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)



BACKGROUND ______________________________________________________________________



Richmond Biennial Government Budget

We, as Americans, pool our resources in order to own and operate our citizen-run government.



As the local governing body of Richmond, Virginia, Richmond City Council represents us in establishing the local laws and government services we want; sets their priority/investment levels; and, identifies ways to help pay for them.



Funding for our services/enforcement of laws comes from state, federal and local sources, including fees/taxes (like the Richmond Real Estate Tax.)



In order to set the investments levels we want, each year Richmond City Council establishes an official Richmond Government Budget.



Examples of some of our investments in local government include the oversight, management and delivery of such things as clean/safe drinking water, streets, sidewalks and parks; trash/sewage removal; police/firefighting/courts/rescue; and, educating our children.



Council’s budget deliberations begin each August and intensify the following year, culminating in nearly 20 public meetings from March through May. The process includes the Mayor of Richmond submitting a proposal to Council, which amends it to establish an official budget.



Richmond’s government operates on a two-year fiscal plan (budget) that is amended every year. The Richmond Government Budget takes the form of Ordinances that are approved by Council each May for an upcoming Fiscal Year, which runs from July 1 to June 30 annually. It is important to note that, during the year, the budget may be (and typically is) amended and/or updated as needed by Council.



The current FY 2013 Richmond Government Budget, established by Richmond City Council on May 14, 2012, is $1,429,628,466. The budget is effective July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013.



2013 Richmond Legislative Proposals

for the 2013 Virginia General Assembly Legislative Session

Each year Richmond City Council and the Mayor of Richmond work together to establish legislative proposals for the upcoming session of the Virginia General Assembly. These proposals are subsequently established in a resolution and an annual Richmond-Virginia General Assembly Legislative Summit is held.





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

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF

Richmond City Hall

900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305

Richmond, Virginia 23219

804.646.6052 (office)

804.335.4054 (mobile)

804.937.1386 (home/mobile)

804.646.5468 (fax)

steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)

www.council.richmondva.gov(website)

____________________________________________



MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council

is to represent citizens in creating and amending

local laws, providing government policy and

oversight, and approving the city budget.



VISION Richmond City Council is committed to

creating a vibrant community that is a great place

to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.

Friday, September 7, 2012

Free Tours: C-SPAN Campaign 2012 Bus coming to Richmond

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, 7 September 2012



Free Tours: C-SPAN Campaign 2012 Bus coming to Richmond



Greater-Richmond Community invited to attend



WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) - The C-SPAN Campaign 2012 Bus, sponsored by the non-profit Cable-Satellite Public Affairs Network (C-SPAN) , is coming to the Richmond-area and all area residents are invited and encouraged to come out to tour the bus and learn more about our government process in the United States of America.



The Bus introduces students, teachers and the public to C-SPAN and the C-SPAN Video Library, which is an archive featuring more than 190,000 hours of government related process and programming, dating back to 1987.



To learn more about C-SPAN's Campaign 2012 Bus, please visit it on the web, at www.c-span.org/bus, Note: This will be an educational event that will not include any on-air production.



WHEN/ Tuesday, September 11, 2012

WHERE

9:30-11:30 a.m.

Henrico County Public Schools - J.R. Tucker High School

2910 N. Parham Road, Henrico, Virginia 23294



12:30-2:30 p.m.

University of Richmond

27 Westhampton Way, University of Richmond, Virginia 23173



Info For more information, please contact Jessica Lindquist, Marketing

Representative, C-SPAN Networks; at, 202.626.3415 1(tel); 240.328.8497 (m)



BACKGROUND

Cable-Satellite Public Affairs Network, or C-SPAN, is a non-profit independent American cable television network that produces and provides government, political, policy and public event programming through three TV channels, websites and a radio station.



C-SPAN is an independent organization that is funded by a small fee paid by cable and satellite affiliates.



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Steven R. Skinner, APR

Council Public Information Manager

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF

Richmond City Hall

900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305

Richmond, Virginia 23219

804.646.6052 (office)

804.335.4054 (mobile)

804.937.1386 (home/mobile)

804.646.5468 (fax)

steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)

www.council.richmondva.gov(website)

____________________________________________



MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council

is to represent citizens in creating and amending

local laws, providing government policy and

oversight, and approving the city budget.



VISION Richmond City Council is committed to

creating a vibrant community that is a great place

to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.







Tuesday, September 4, 2012

Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson invites Richmond Residents to the Bellemeade Street and Stream Community Cleanup

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, 4 September 2012



Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson invites Richmond Residents to the Bellemeade Street and Stream Community Cleanup



Entire Community invited and encouraged to attend



WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) -- The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Gateway 6th District, invites all Richmond Residents to come out and volunteer to help with the Bellemeade Street and Stream Community Cleanup, being held Saturday, September 15, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. to Noon. This event is being held by the James River Association.



All individuals, community groups, businesses, families, friends, neighbors, and organizations are invited to come out to help clean up trash and debris to help make the Bellemeade area of Richmond an even better and cleaner place to live, work, learn, love, play, visit, and raise a family.



Volunteers are reminded to wear sturdy shoes or boots and clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Work gloves, trash bags, grabbers will be provided.



WHEN Saturday, September 15, 2012

9:00 a.m. - Noon



SCHEDULE 9:00 a.m.

Meet-up at the park entrance located at Mineffe and Gunn Streets.



WHERE Meet at park entrance located at Mineffe and Gunn Streets

Richmond, Virginia



WHO Being held by the James River Association



CONTACT For more information, please contact Amber Ellis, James River Association, at 804.788.8811 (tel); or, aellis@jrava.org (email)



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Steven R. Skinner, APR

Council Public Information Manager

Office of the Chief of Staff

RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL

Richmond City Hall

900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305

Richmond, Virginia 23219

804.646.6052 (office)

804.335.4054 (mobile)

804.937.1386 (home/mobile)

804.646.5468 (fax)

skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)

www.council.richmondva.gov(website)

______________________________________



MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council

is to represent citizens in creating and amending

local laws, providing government policy and

oversight, and approving the city budget.



VISION Richmond City Council is committed to

creating a vibrant community that is a great place

to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.







Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force to hold meeting

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, 4 September 2012



Richmond City Council GRTC and Transit Study Task Force to hold meeting



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.



WHEN Thursday, September 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 parking is available on the west side of the building 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)

____________________________________________



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.