From RTD; Graziano, who represents the 4th District, would not comment, but several members said Tuesday that she is expected to remain as president for 2011 and 2012, with Robertson, of the 6th District, continuing as vice president. Led by Graziano and Robertson, the council has enjoyed mostly harmonious relations with Mayor Dwight C. Jones [...]
The city has a variety of committees, commissions, boards, and studies. Currently there are 55 openings that need to be filled ranging from Port of Richmond Commission to the Richmond Urban Forestry Commission. The term range from a few months to 4 years. If you are interested go online to apply. Check out the full [...]
The quarterly Fourth District meeting held by City Council President Kathy Graziano will be Wednesday, October 13, at 7 p.m. at St. Luke Lutheran Church at 7757 Chippenham Parkway. Because of the recent rash of break-ins and robberies, the meeting will focus on crime prevention. Richmond Police Lt. Tim Morley will talk techniques to make [...]
The Department of Public Utilities mailed the stormwater utility bills to Fourth District residents October 6th. You should be getting your letter of joy today or tomorrow.
Email reprinted below; Dear Community Leader: As you are aware, the Mayor is dedicated to collaboration, communication and cooperation between Richmond ’s citizens and his administration. Mayor Jones knows that citizens expect and deserve a responsive government. Many of you may know about the old “neighborhood teams” process. In an effort to improve upon service [...]
On Sunday, July 25, 5pm to 7pm you can join the Richmond City Democratic Committee’s 2010 summer picnic! The Dems will be grilling chicken and frying fish in Forest Hill Park. Mayor Dwight Jones will be there and so can you for $10. If you want to bring a child that will be another $5.
Council Member Kathy Graziano’s Fourth District Meeting is this Wednesday, May 12, at 7 pm at the usual location St. Luke Lutheran Church, 7757 Chippenham Parkway. On the agenda; A presentation on the new city Sustainability Office, A presentation on Fourth District Stormwater Management Projects, Police Sector Reports and a report on plans for the [...]
Press Release; Regarding Councilman Marty Jewell (Richmond , Virginia ) – Yesterday evening, Richmond City Councilman E. Martin “Marty” Jewell, Central 5th District was admitted to St. Mary’s Hospital. Upon experiencing some chest discomfort and with his physician’s office being closed, Councilman Jewell decided to go to the hospital where he was admitted and is [...]
The Census website has a map showing participation in the current census. Some spots in the H&H are doing alright but all have plenty of room for improvement. In some spots of Manchester there is less than a 40% completion rate. If you need some motivation there is this tidbit from the website. “Take 10 [...]
RVA News’ Chris Dovi has a new article up about Patrick Henry and its recent fund raiser. There is also an update on the school’s proposed temporary alternate site. [ Fund raising is] Critical, but perhaps less pressing if the School Board approves a charter amendment to allow the school to start its first year [...]
If you look at the comments in this blog you will see more than a few comments on traffic circles, leaf collection (next one is scheduled for 4/26), garbage pickup. The city is now giving you a chance to participate in the process and give your opinions and expert advice to the city. from the [...]
Styleweekly is reporting that some on the south side believe that the new storm-water fee is being applied unfairly: Ralph Hodge, the pastor of Second Baptist Church on Broad Rock Boulevard, says the city formula translated into an $8,500 bill for his church. “The city came up with the numbers pretty much arbitrarily,” Hodge says. [...]
Your chance to talk to the Mayor about the upcoming budget is this Thursday, March 25 at Westover Hills Elementary School from 6 – 8 p.m. People love to complain about how the city spends money and now you can tell him what is important to you whether it is real estate tax rate, the [...]
March 24 – Franklin Military Academy – 6 – 8 p.m. March 25 – Westover Hills Elementary School – 6 – 8 p.m. March 29 – Richmond Public Library – 6 – 8 p.m. (Main Branch) Mayor Jones wants you to come and share your priorities for the 2011 budget. This is the Fourth District’s [...]
Two blogs are speaking up about proposed changes to reassign Richmond Animal Care and Control from the Department of General Services to be under Public Works. The local SPCA has some compelling arguments on why the Richmond Animal Care and Control should be placed under the Richmond Police Department. I believe it is crucially important [...]
Official City Press Release; COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY Richmond City Council proposes 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rates All Citizens invited and encouraged to attend (Richmond , Virginia) – Today, four proposed options for a 2010 Richmond Real Estate Tax Rate were introduced during the scheduled Richmond City Council Formal Meeting. The proposed options [...]
Both the questions on Richmond.com’s Why Richmond, Why?!? are relevant to good chunk of the Hills and Heights hoods. Question 1 is on why does the Nickel bridge closed during storms. I don’t think anyone will be surprised with the answer. Quick answer it is a narrow bridge that can quickly become dangerous. The second [...]
From NBC12: But soon, your walk may not be so nerve-racking. The city is spending $421,000 in state grants to improve the safety here. Soon, you’ll see most of the side lights between 7th and 15th Streets disappear. Traffic arms with new traffic signals will appear over the roads. Also, new cross walk signals will [...]
Applications for Tax Relief for Seniors and Disabled are available on the city website and through Mrs Graziano’s office (320-2454) or Real Estate Tax Relief Form. Applications must be filed by March 31, 2010. However, if you are a first time applicant, the application must be filed by June 15, 2010. For additional information, please [...]
City Trash Pickup Schedule Delayed The city of Richmond will delay this week’s trash pick-up schedule by one day as a result of road conditions following the winter storm. Monday’s trash pick up schedule will be delayed until Tuesday, February 2, 2010, with each subsequent trash pick-up schedule following a one-day delay in service. [via]
The new city website is a great improvement but some people are having problems accessing the information.
The city council is meeting on Monday. The agenda includes the noise ordinance we discussed earlier in the week. Ord. No. 2010-13 is about continuing to operate existing telecommunication equipment at Westover Hills Park adjacent to Westover Hills Elementary School for another five-years. There are a total of 32 Ordinances before the council. Parking for [...]
The new website is at http://www.richmondgov.com/ and is certainly a step up from the previous version. The website list all the Department blogs which is handy. I haven’t explored the site much so no strong opinion but so far a thumb’s up.
Everyone should be receiving their real estate assessment over the next week or so. If you would like to appeal your assessment use this form; Real Estate Assessment Appeal Form.pdf. The deadline for getting the form back to the city is March 1.
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