Doug Wilder’s latest Richmond.com Q&A features a question from Westover Hills resident Howard Carlson:

Why should citizens bear the brunt of increased water costs when the largest users are already getting a break for consumption?

A comment to the same article also asks a question that may be of interest to local readers.

After a series of fights and the sudden resignation of its principal, George Wythe has a small bit of good news coming its way. Doug Wilder is ending a freeze on $1.4 million in maintenance funds; roughly half of that would go towards a new ventilation system at Wythe. Additional funds would go towards accessible parking at Westover Hills Elementary.

Today’s New York Times profiles the recent fireworks surrounding Doug Wilder and his clashes with City Council and the School Board. 4th District Council Rep Kathy Graziano shares her feelings:

“Mr. Wilder has the skills to do things no one else could do,” said Councilwoman Katherine C. Graziano, who voted for Mr. Wilder and contributed to his campaign. But Ms. Graziano no longer counts herself as a Wilder supporter, citing “the mayor’s disregard for the law, his lack of communication with and disrespect for Council.”

The City of Richmond has a knack for taking the national spotlight for the worst things, doesn’t it?

The latest “Ask the Mayor” feature on Richmond.com features a question on crime from a Westover Hills resident and a sort-of answer from the Mayor.

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The Sunday T-D published an editorial by 4th District Council Rep Kathy Graziano. If you were unclear on her position re: Wilder v. School Board, this should clear things up completely.

A press release today from the Mayor’s office alerts us to a town hall meeting, 6:00PM Tuesday, October 23, at Southside Community Service Center, 4100 Hull Street.