Richmond public meetings in 2022

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will review several applications for new construction and building modifications. The agenda includes proposals for multi-family housing, residential rehabilitations, and exterior changes such as fences and decks.

• New five-story multi-family building at 1801 & 1805-1809 E. Broad Street
• Three-story attached dwelling proposed for 2210 E. Marshall Street
• Roof replacement with slate at 12 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard
• New rear accessory building at 2912 Libby Terrace
• New rear deck at 506 N. 29th Street

The Commission approved a new rear deck at 506 N. 29th Street, a rear accessory building at 2912 Libby Terrace, and dwelling rehabilitation at 3017 E. Marshall Street. A request for a front fence at 2915 Monument Avenue was partially approved, allowing only handrails and a porch railing. A roof replacement application for 12 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard was deferred.

• Approved rear deck at 506 N. 29th Street with conditions on hardware and screening (8-0)
• Approved rear accessory building at 2912 Libby Terrace (8-0)
• Deferred roof replacement at 12 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard for more material documentation (8-0)
• Partially approved 2915 Monument Avenue: denied front yard fence/gates, approved handrails and porch railing (8-0)
• Approved rehabilitation and porch enclosure at 3017 E. Marshall Street with siding and chimney conditions (7-0)
• Conceptually reviewed new three-story dwelling at 2210 E. Marshall Street
• Conceptually reviewed five-story multi-family building at 1801 & 1805-1809 E. Broad Street

Planning Commission

The Richmond Planning Commission meeting includes requests to postpone several land use decisions, including the Shops at Stratford Hills plan and North 7th Street property acquisitions, until January 2023. The agenda also features reviews for a proposed fire department training facility and a wastewater treatment plant administration building.

• Amendment to Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan (requested to continue)
• Acquisition of 1220 and 1241 North 7th Street parcels (requested to continue)
• Sale of 4835 Old Warwick Road for $8,579.00 (requested to continue)
• Proposed Fire Department Training Facility at 3000 East Belt Boulevard
• Proposed Waste Water Treatment Plant Administration Building at 1400 Brander Street

The Planning Commission approved a new Fire Department Training Facility and two other conceptual projects. Several ordinances regarding property transfers and community unit plans were continued to future meetings.

• Approved Fire Department Training Facility at 3000 East Belt Boulevard with added community and environmental conditions (6-1)
• Approved conceptual review for Waste Water Treatment Plant Administration Building at 1400 Brander Street (7-0)
• Approved conceptual review for Whitcomb Community Park at 2100 Sussex Street (7-0)
• Continued ordinance to amend Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan to Jan 3, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Continued resolution for Shops at Stratford Hills Preliminary Community Unit Plan to Jan 3, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Continued ordinance for property acceptance at 1220 and 1241 North 7th Street to Jan 3, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Continued ordinance for sale of 4835 Old Warwick Road to Tana Properties LLC for $8,579.00 to Jan 3, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Continued conceptual review of Norborne Extended Detention Pond at 2600 Pompey Spring Road to Jan 17, 2023 (Unanimous)

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee will consider ordinances regarding a grant agreement for affordable housing and a facade improvement program for the Hull Street corridor. It will also review a parking license agreement with the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority.

• Grant agreement with 7000 Carnation, LLC for development at 7000 Carnation Street
• Façade Improvement Program Cooperation Agreement for the Hull Street corridor
• License agreement for parking spaces at 500 East Marshall Street and 607 East Marshall Street

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee reviewed three ordinances and forwarded all three to the January 9, 2023 Council meeting with recommendations to approve.

• Recommended approval of Grant Agreement for affordable housing at 7000 Carnation Street
• Recommended approval of Façade Improvement Program Cooperation Agreement for Hull Street corridor
• Recommended approval of License Agreement for parking spaces at 500 and 607 East Marshall Street

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing amendments to the City Pay Plan for court and registrar positions. The meeting also includes a discussion on city grant processes and changes to the Maggie L. Walker Initiative Citizens Advisory Board quorum.

• Amendments to the City Pay Plan regarding court and registrar positions
• Modification of the quorum requirement for the Maggie L. Walker Initiative Citizens Advisory Board
• Review of the Quarterly Board Vacancy Report
• Discussion on the City's grant processes

The committee recommended that Council approve amendments to the City Pay Plan regarding court and registrar positions. One board appointment was recommended for approval, while an ordinance regarding the Maggie L. Walker Initiative Citizens Advisory Board was continued to a future meeting.

• Recommended approval of Ord. 2022-347 to amend Pay Plan classifications for court and registrar positions (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Adolph Brown, IV to the City Personnel Board (2-0)
• Continued Ord. 2022-348 regarding Maggie L. Walker Initiative Citizens Advisory Board quorum requirements to January 25, 2023 (2-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from October 26, 2022

City Council

The Richmond City Council is considering several ordinances regarding budget transfers and federal grants. Key items include allocating $204,199 to establish a Civilian Review Board and accepting nearly $2 million in federal funds for gun violence prevention initiatives. The council is also reviewing special use permits for residential and commercial developments.

• Transfer of $204,199 to fund the establishment of a Civilian Review Board
• Acceptance of $1,966,278 in federal funds for gun violence prevention initiatives
• Acceptance of $100,000 from the DOJ for police body-worn cameras
• Special use permit for mixed-use development at 401 South Stafford Avenue
• Proposed speed table installation on Seminary Avenue between Overbrook and Edgehill Roads

Informal Meeting

The City of Richmond is holding an informal meeting to review several departmental updates. Presentations include the Office of Community Wealth Building mid-year report, the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program, and a Capital Improvement Plan GIS Dashboard. A closed session is also scheduled to discuss a personnel matter regarding a performance bonus.

• Office of Community Wealth Building 2022 Mid-year Performance Report presentation
• Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (NTMP) presentation
• Capital Improvement Plan GIS Dashboard overview presentation
• Closed session regarding Interim Council Chief of Staff performance bonus

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee is reviewing the location, character, and extent of several proposed city projects. These include a fire department training facility and a wastewater treatment plant administration building. Some items are scheduled to continue at the January 5, 2023 meeting.

• Review of Fire Department Training Facility at 3000 East Belt Boulevard
• Review of Waste Water Treatment Plant Administration Building at 1400 Brander Street
• Review of proposed Whitcomb Community Park at 2100 Sussex Street
• Discussion regarding conceptual application requirements and site plan examples
• Continuation of Norborne Extended Detention Pond review to January 2023

The Committee recommended approval with conditions for a fire training facility and a park project to the Planning Commission. Two other items were continued to a future meeting. The fire facility project is supported by a $480,000 grant.

• Recommended approval with conditions for UDC 2022-28 to the Planning Commission
• Recommended approval with conditions for UDC 2022-27 (fire training facility) to the Planning Commission
• Adopted UDC 2022-29 (park project) to the Planning Commission
• Continued UDC 2022-25 discussion item to January 5th meeting
• Recommended continuance of an unnamed application to January 5, 2023

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The committee will consider authorizing grant contracts for youth gun violence prevention and emergency financial assistance. Presentations include updates on homeless services and Richmond Public Schools. The meeting also includes the approval of October 13, 2022, meeting minutes.

• We Matter RVA grant contract with ChildSavers - Memorial Child Guidance Clinic (ORD. 2022-344)
• We Matter RVA grant contract with Challenge Discovery Projects, Inc. (ORD. 2022-345)
• Grant contract with Presbyterian Homes & Family Services, Inc. for family crisis funds (ORD. 2022-350)
• Presentation: Homeless Services Update
• Presentation: Richmond Public Schools update

The Education and Human Services Standing Committee reviewed three grant contracts. All three items were forwarded to the December 12, 2022 Council meeting with recommendations to approve.

• Recommended approval of We Matter RVA Grant Contract with ChildSavers - Memorial Child Guidance Clinic (ORD. 2022-344)
• Recommended approval of We Matter RVA Grant Contract with Challenge Discovery Projects, Inc. (ORD. 2022-345)
• Recommended approval of Grant Contract with Presbyterian Homes & Family Services, Inc. for family crisis funds (ORD. 2022-350)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is considering multiple applications for special exceptions to allow new single-family dwellings and lot splits. These requests involve deviations from zoning rules regarding building height, setbacks, and lot dimensions.

• New dwelling at 413 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard (BZA 36-2022)
• Lot split and new dwelling at 415 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard (BZA 37-2022)
• New dwelling at 2414 Terminal Avenue regarding front yard setbacks (BZA 38-2022)
• New dwelling at 228 West 26th Street regarding front yard setbacks (BZA 39-2022)
• Lot split and new dwelling at 2418 3rd Avenue (BZA 40-2022)

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to support the Mayor's formation of an advisory committee for the American Revolution 250th anniversary. The meeting also includes updates on Richmond Region Tourism, City Center Phase 1 redevelopment, and the FY24 budget.

• Resolution 2022-R074 regarding a 250th anniversary advisory committee
• Richmond Region Tourism Annual Update
• City Center Phase 1 Redevelopment Update
• FY24 Budget Update
• Quarterly Board Vacancy Report

The Organizational Development Standing Committee reviewed a resolution to support the Mayor's formation of an advisory committee for the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. The item was forwarded to the December 12, 2022 Council meeting with a recommendation to approve.

• Recommended approval of RES. 2022-R074 to support the formation of an American Revolution 250 advisory committee

Planning Commission

The commission reviewed several items on the consent agenda, including requests to continue certain applications to future meetings. One item involved transferring $52,000 from the Percent for Arts project to improve Hillside Court playground. No items were scheduled for the regular agenda.

• Transfer of $52,000 from Percent for Arts to Hillside Court playground at 1500 Harwood Street
• Rezoning of 2100 Bainbridge Street from R-7 to B-7 Mixed-Use Business District
• Final review of the Greening Greater Fulton project on Government Road
• Preliminary subdivision approval for Kinwick Subdivision at Hopkins Road
• Request to continue the Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan amendment

The Planning Commission approved a consent agenda recommending 16 ordinances to City Council, including various special use permits and one rezoning. The commission also approved the Greening Greater Fulton project and the Kinwick Subdivision. Several other ordinances and reviews were continued to future meetings.

• Recommended approval of 15 special use ordinances for various residential and commercial properties (7-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 2100 Bainbridge Street to B-7 Mixed-Use Business District (7-0)
• Recommended approval of $52,000 for Hillside Court community playground improvements (7-0)
• Approved FINAL Location, Character, and Extent review for Greening Greater Fulton project (7-0)
• Approved preliminary subdivision for Kinwick Subdivision at 3329, 3425 & 3511 Hopkins Road (7-0)
• Continued special use request for 1500 North Lombardy Street to Jan 17, 2023 (9-0)
• Continued review of Norborne Extended Detention Pond to Dec 19, 2022 (9-0)
• Continued Shops at Stratford Hills community unit plan amendment to Dec 19, 2022 (9-0)

City Council

The Richmond City Council is considering amendments to the FY 2022-2023 General Fund Budget due to real estate tax assessment increases. These changes also include funding for an inclement weather shelter and an ordinance regarding family crisis funds.

• Amendments to the FY 2022-2023 General Fund Budget
• Funding for an inclement weather shelter
• Ordinance concerning family crisis funds
• Interviews for a prospective Council Chief of Staff

The City Council held a special meeting to schedule public hearings for two ordinances. No final votes or decisions were recorded in the provided text.

• Scheduled public hearing for ORD. 2022-349 regarding General Fund Budget appropriations
• Scheduled public hearing for ORD. 2022-350 regarding a grant contract for Presbyterian Homes & Family Services, Inc.
• Referred ORD. 2022-350 to the Education and Human Services Standing Committee

Commission of Architectural Review

The agenda for this meeting consists of a notice regarding the November recording, which is available via video only. No other items or actions are listed for discussion or decision.

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will review several applications for new construction and building modifications. These requests include window replacements, additions, and exterior renovations across various locations. A conceptual review for a three-story dwelling is also scheduled.

• New 8-story mixed-use building and facade rehabilitation at 219-225 W. Broad Street
• Construction of two single-family dwellings at 2900-2902 E. Franklin Street
• Exterior renovation of a multi-family building at 3025 E. Franklin Street
• Window and trim replacements at 8 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard
• Proposed three-story attached dwelling at 2210 E. Marshall Street

The Commission of Architectural Review approved several residential and commercial projects, including a partial demolition for a new mixed-use building. Some applications received partial approvals with specific design restrictions or conditions for administrative review.

• Approved partial demolition for 8-story mixed-use building at 219-225 W. Broad Street (7-0)
• Approved construction of two semi-attached dwellings at 2900-2902 E. Franklin Street (7-0)
• Approved rear addition at 15 N. 29th Street (7-0)
• Approved rear garage at 507 N. 28th Street (7-0)
• Approved pergola at 3833 Hermitage Road with design revisions (7-0)
• Approved window and porch work at 8 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard (7-0)
• Partially approved additions and windows at 605 N. 21st Street; denied two specific windows (6-1)
• Partially approved rooftop decking at 401 Brook Road; denied canopy structure (6-1)

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing a request for proposals to rewrite the City Zoning Ordinance. It is also considering several road resurfacing projects and street name designations. Additionally, members are discussing changes to regulate convenience stores within grocery store uses.

• RFP for the City Zoning Ordinance Re-Write
• Speed table installation on Seminary Avenue
• VDOT funding for James River Branch Trail and road resurfacing
• Expansion of Downtown General Special Service Assessment District to Manchester
• Proposal to regulate convenience stores via overlays or permits

Public Safety Standing Committee

The Public Safety Standing Committee will consider an ordinance to amend City Code § 13-221. This amendment would require inspection reports be submitted to the Fire Marshal through a web-based reporting system provided by a contractor. The committee will also review the minutes from the October 25, 2022 meeting.

• Ordinance 2022-327: Requiring inspection reports be submitted to the Fire Marshal via a web-based system
• Approval of October 25, 2022 Public Safety Meeting Minutes

The Public Safety Standing Committee approved forwarding an ordinance to City Council to require fire inspection reports be submitted via a contractor's web-based system. The committee also approved the minutes from the October 25, 2022 meeting.

• Recommended approval of ORD. 2022-327 to require web-based fire inspection reports (2-0)
• Approved October 25, 2022 meeting minutes

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee will review a quarterly report on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) expenditures and a preliminary five-year financial forecast. Jason May, Budget and Strategic Planning Director, is scheduled to present these items. The agenda also includes the approval of October 20, 2022, meeting minutes and the November staff report.

• Quarterly Report of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Expenditures
• Preliminary Five-Year Financial Forecast
• Approval of October 20, 2022, meeting minutes
• November Staff Report

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will discuss items regarding the East End Library, Broad Street Revitalization, and temporary art. The provided agenda does not include specific details or proposed actions for these topics.

• East End Library
• Broad Street Revitalization
• Temporary Art

City Council

The Richmond City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding land use and noise regulations. The agenda also includes a grant contract for a skilled trades training program. Many items on the agenda are scheduled to be continued to future meetings.

• Affordable Dwelling Unit Density Program amendments
• Expansion of the Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan
• Amendments to the city's sound control program
• Special use permit for 3301 and 3303 Park Avenue
• Legacy Nexus Foundation Grant Contract for skilled trades training

Informal Meeting

The Richmond City Council will discuss applications for the Richmond Retirement Board and receive a permitting update. The meeting also includes a review of the city's 2023 General Assembly legislative agenda.

• Consideration of Richmond Retirement Board appointment applications
• Permitting update from Planning and Development Review
• Review of the City of Richmond 2023 General Assembly Legislative Agenda
• Follow-up to retreat items

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will conduct a final review of the Greening Greater Fulton project located on Government Road. The committee will also hold a conceptual review for the Norborne Extended Detention Pond at 2600 Pompey Spring Road. Additionally, members will discuss requirements for conceptual applications.

• Final review of Greening Greater Fulton project (4900 and 5000 blocks of Government Road)
• Conceptual review of Norborne Extended Detention Pond (2600 Pompepy Spring Road)
• Discussion regarding conceptual application requirements

The Urban Design Committee recommended the Greening Greater Fulton project for approval to the Planning Commission subject to six conditions. A proposed stormwater detention pond project was deferred for further information.

• Recommended Greening Greater Fulton for approval to Planning Commission with 6 conditions
• Deferred stormwater detention pond project until more information is received
• Deferred approval of previous meeting minutes due to technical difficulties

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The committee will review financial updates from the Richmond Retirement System and a quarterly report on American Rescue Plan Act expenditures. It will also receive an update regarding RRHA lease enforcement. A discussion on council committee protocols is scheduled.

• Richmond Retirement System financial and actuarial update
• RRHA rent relief and lease enforcement update
• Quarterly report of ARPA expenditures
• Quarterly board vacancy report
• Discussion on council committee protocols

Planning Commission

The commission will consider multiple special use permit applications for residential and commercial developments. Several items, including revisions to the affordable housing density program, have been requested for continuance.

• Special use permit for four single-family attached dwellings at 3301 and 3303 Park Avenue
• Mixed-use building with up to 31 dwelling units at 4000 Government Road
• Mixed-use building including a restaurant at 401 South Stafford Avenue
• Special use permit for an art gallery and studio at 205 West Brookland Park Boulevard
• Request to continue the Affordable Housing Dwelling Unit Density Program revision

The Planning Commission recommended multiple special use permits for residential and commercial projects to the City Council. Several ordinances regarding affordable housing and community unit plans were continued to future meetings.

• Approved October 17, 2022 Minutes (6-0)
• Continued Affordable Dwelling Unit Density Program ordinance (ORD. 2022-191) to Jan 3, 2023
• Continued Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan amendment (ORD. 2022-205) to Dec 5, 2022
• Recommended approval of special use permits for 205 W Brookland Park Blvd, 1618 N 27th St, 1308 N 38th St, 207 Avon Rd, 961 Pink St, and 1701 Stockton St
• Recommended approval of 316 S Linden St fence with signs with a 15-year reconsideration condition
• Recommended approval of 3301 and 3303 Park Avenue for four dwellings with amendments (5-2)
• Recommended approval of 4000 Government Road mixed-use building (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 3401 Monument Avenue accessory dwelling unit (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is considering an agreement to help low-income households with water and wastewater arrears. The meeting also includes proposals to re-appropriate CDBG funds and transfer $615,000 to fund a weather shelter at 1900 Chamberlayne Parkway.

• Water Provider Participation Agreement to assist low-income households with water bill arrears
• Re-appropriation of $485,689.00 in CDBG funds for public facilities projects
• $615,000.00 budget transfer to fund a shelter operated by Commonwealth Catholic Charities

City Council adopted two ordinances to re-appropriate funds for public facilities and provide a $615,000 grant to Commonwealth Catholic Charities for shelter operations. An ordinance to assist low-income households with water bill payments was introduced.

• Adopted Ord. 2022-300 to re-appropriate $485,689.00 in CDBG funds and $229,698.00 in CDBG-CV funds for an inclement weather shelter project
• Adopted Ord. 2022-301 to appropriate $615,000.00 to Commonwealth Catholic Charities for shelter operations at 1900 Chamberlayne Parkway
• Introduced Ord. 2022-302 to authorize a Water Provider Participation Agreement for low-income water bill assistance

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing three applications for special exceptions. These include a garage addition on West Franklin Street and two new single-family attached dwellings on North Arthur Ashe Boulevard. The board will also approve the October 2022 minutes.

• Garage addition at 4719 West Franklin Street (BZA 35-2022)
• New single-family dwelling at 413 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard (BZA 36-2022)
• Lot split and new single-family dwelling at 415 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard (BZA 37-2022)
• Approval of October 2022 minutes

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission is meeting to discuss the fourth revision of the FY23 Work Plan. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes and reviewing the Secretary's report.

• Review of PAC Project List aka FY23 Work Plan 4th Revision

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will review presentations regarding FY23 Richmond Gas Works rates and 2023 healthcare rates. The agenda also includes an overview of Richmond Animal Care and Control and a discussion on support for urban forestry work.

• FY23 Richmond Gas Works Rate presentation
• Richmond Animal Care and Control overview
• 2023 Healthcare Rates presentation
• Quarterly Board Vacancy Report
• Discussion on support for urban forestry work

The committee approved the minutes from the September 28, 2022 meeting. Other agenda items consisted of presentations and a closed session discussion; no other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved September 28, 2022 meeting minutes

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review is reviewing several applications for new construction, building additions, and exterior alterations. These include a four-story mixed-use project on Tulip Street and various residential modifications throughout the city. The agenda also includes conceptual reviews for new dwellings on E. Franklin Street.

• 912 Tulip Street: Mixed-use development and commercial rehabilitation
• 535 Mosby Street: New two-story detached dwelling
• 2204 E. Broad Street: One-story addition and covered porch
• 2900-2902 E. Franklin Street: Conceptual review for semi-attached dwellings
• 3506 E. Broad Street: New two-story rear garage

The minutes list several certificates of appropriateness for residential and commercial projects, including new constructions and rehabilitations. However, the document does not record the outcomes, votes, or specific decisions made for these items.

Public Safety Standing Committee

The committee will consider Ordinance No. 2022-289, which proposes renaming the Department of Emergency Communications to include preparedness and response. This ordinance also moves emergency management functions into this department and updates regulations for burglar alarms.

• Ordinance 2022-289: Renaming the Department of Emergency Communications and moving emergency management functions
• Amendments to City Code regarding burglar alarm duties, fees, and permit requirements
• Approval of September 27, 2022, meeting minutes
• Board Vacancy Report

The Public Safety Standing Committee reviewed an ordinance to move emergency management functions to the Department of Emergency Communications. The committee recommended approval of the ordinance, which includes renaming the agency to the Department of Emergency Communications, Preparedness, and Response.

• Recommended approval of Ord. 2022-289 to restructure emergency management and rename the Department of Emergency Communications (forwarded to Nov 14 Council meeting)

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing three ordinances that propose different real estate tax rates for the 2023 tax year. These proposals range from $1.10 to $1.20, all of which would increase the current rate of $1.072. The meeting also includes a presentation on city revenues and a review of board vacancies.

• Ordinance 2022-270: Proposed real estate tax rate of $1.20 for 2023
• Ordinance 2022-271: Proposed real estate tax rate of $1.16 for 2023
• Ordinance 2022-278: Proposed real estate tax rate of $1.10 for 2023
• Presentation on City Revenues by Jason May, Budget and Strategic Planning Director
• Review of the October 2022 Quarterly Board Vacancy Report

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee forwarded three ordinances to the November 14, 2022 Council meeting with no recommendation. Each ordinance proposes a different real estate tax rate for 2023: $1.20 (Ord. 2022-270), $1.16 (Ord. 2022-271), and $1.10 (Ord. 2022-278), all above the rolled-back rate of $1.072. No vote or recommendation was made by the committee.

• Forwarded Ord. 2022-270 ($1.20 tax rate) to Council with no recommendation
• Forwarded Ord. 2022-271 ($1.16 tax rate) to Council with no recommendation
• Forwarded Ord. 2022-278 ($1.10 tax rate) to Council with no recommendation

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee will consider several ordinances, including renaming the Robert E. Lee Memorial Bridge to “Belvidere Bridge.” The meeting also includes a presentation on the Essential Transit Infrastructure Plan and a proposal to fund an inclement weather shelter at 1900 Chamberlayne Parkway.

• Rename Robert E. Lee Memorial Bridge as “Belvidere Bridge”
• Designate 2900 block of Brook Road in honor of Ellalee Fountain Flowers
• Authorize VDOT agreement for Richmond Signal System project upgrades
• Amend Bandy Field Park easement to include Capital Region Land Conservancy
• Allocate $615,000 for an inclement weather shelter at 1900 Chamberlayne Parkway

The Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee forwarded six ordinances to full council meetings with recommendations to approve. The most notable item is the renaming of the Robert E. Lee Memorial Bridge to Belvidere Bridge. Other items include street designations, a traffic signal upgrade agreement, a conservation easement amendment, and two inclement weather shelter funding measures.

• Forwarded to council with recommendation to approve: rename Robert E. Lee Memorial Bridge to Belvidere Bridge (with amendment)
• Forwarded to council with recommendation to approve: designate 2900 block of Brook Road as Ellalee Fountain Flowers
• Forwarded to council with recommendation to approve: authorize agreement with VDOT for Richmond Signal System project
• Forwarded to council with recommendation to approve: amend Bandy Field Park conservation easement to add Capital Region Land Conservancy
• Forwarded to council with recommendation to approve: re-appropriate $715,387 in CDBG and CDBG-CV funds for inclement weather shelter
• Forwarded to council with recommendation to approve: transfer $615,000 to Commonwealth Catholic Charities for shelter operations at 1900 Chamberlayne Parkway

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission will conduct an educational site visit at Siewers Lumber and Millwork located at 1901 Ellen Road. The tour is intended to help members understand various building products and substitute materials currently on the market. This meeting will be held in person only.

• Educational tour of Siewers Lumber and Millwork regarding building products and substitute materials

Planning Commission

The commission will consider accepting $77,439,914 in American Rescue Plan Act funds to support COVID-19 recovery efforts. The agenda also includes reviews of streetscape improvements, library projects, and utility easements for sewer replacement. Several land use and special use applications have been requested for continuance to November 7.

• Acceptance of $77,439,914 in ARPA funds and related budget amendments
• Acquisition of ±16.87 acres from CSX Transportation for James River Branch Trail
• Utility easements for the Robin Road sewer replacement project
• Review of Leigh Street Streetscape Improvement project
• Review of Greening Richmond Public Libraries (East End Branch)

The Richmond Planning Commission approved a consent agenda including ARPA fund acceptance, utility easements, and trail land acquisition, and continued several items to the November 7 meeting. No substantive decisions were made on individual agenda items beyond procedural actions.

• Approved consent agenda (8-0) including ARPA fund acceptance ($77.4M), Robin Road sewer easements, James River Branch Trail land acquisition, and multiple location reviews
• Continued Shops at Stratford Hills CUP amendment to Nov 7 (8-0)
• Continued 3301-3303 Park Avenue special use permit to Nov 7
• Continued 401 South Stafford Avenue mixed-use special use permit to Nov 7
• Adopted resolution on notice procedures for referred items (8-0)
• Approved minutes from Sept 6, Sept 19, and Oct 3 meetings

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The committee will receive updates regarding homeless services and family crisis funding. It will also consider authorizing a grant contract for a skilled trades training program and approving a juvenile crime control plan of services.

• Legacy Nexus Foundation Grant Contract for a skilled trades training credentialing program
• City of Richmond Plan of Services under the Virginia Juvenile Community Crime Control Act
• Homeless Services Update presentation
• Family Crisis Funding Update presentation
• Quarterly Board Vacancy Report

The Education and Human Services Standing Committee voted to forward a grant contract with the Legacy Nexus Foundation for a skilled trades training credentialing program to the full Council with a recommendation to approve. The committee also forwarded a resolution approving the City's Plan of Services under the Virginia Juvenile Community Crime Control Act, and approved several board appointments. No final decisions were made; all items were forwarded to the full Council for action.

• Forwarded Ord. 2022-275 (Legacy Nexus Foundation grant) to Council with recommendation to approve (2-0-1)
• Forwarded Res. 2022-R068 (Juvenile Community Crime Control Act plan) to Council with unanimous recommendation
• Approved board appointments: Jaron Clay, Alison Martin, Quawneisha Peoples, Alan Davis (2-0)

City Council

The Richmond City Council is meeting to introduce legislation regarding funds for inclement weather shelters. This includes re-appropriating CDBG and CDBG-CV monies and transferring $615,000 for shelter grants.

• Ordinance to re-appropriate CDBG and CDBG-CV funds for weather shelters
• Transfer of $615,000 for inclement weather shelter grants

The City Council set a public hearing for November 7, 2022, on two ordinances: one to amend the FY2020 Consolidated Annual Action Plan to re-appropriate CDBG and other HUD funds for an inclement weather shelter project, and another to transfer $615,000 from the Department of Housing and Community Development to fund shelter operations at 1900 Chamberlayne Parkway. Both ordinances were introduced and referred to the Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee.

• Scheduled public hearing for Nov. 7 on Ord. 2022-300 to re-appropriate $485,689 in CDBG and $229,698 in CDBG-CV funds for an inclement weather shelter
• Scheduled public hearing for Nov. 7 on Ord. 2022-301 to transfer $615,000 to Commonwealth Catholic Charities for shelter operations at 1900 Chamberlayne Parkway
• Referred both ordinances to the Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee on Oct. 18

Informal Meeting

This informal meeting includes a docket review and the referral of service delivery issues to City Administration. The agenda also contains a discussion item regarding the Enrichment Foundation.

• Referral of service delivery issues to City Administration
• Discussion regarding the Enrichment Foundation

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will review design plans for the East End Branch Library greening project and Leigh Street streetscape improvements. Members will also discuss a conceptual review for the Calhoun Recreation Center park renovation. The committee will consider amending application forms to remove physical copy requirements.

• Final review of Greening Richmond Public Libraries project for East End Branch Library
• Conceptual review of Leigh Street Streetscape Improvement project
• Conceptual review of Calhoun Recreation Center - Park Renovation project
• Proposal to remove physical copy requirements from the UDC Application Form

The Urban Design Committee approved three major projects: the final Location, Character, and Extent (LCE) review for the Greening Richmond Public Libraries project at East End Branch Library; the conceptual LCE review for the Leigh Street Streetscape Improvement project with conditions; and the conceptual LCE review for the Calhoun Recreation Center park renovation with conditions. The committee also approved minutes from five prior meetings and discussed an application form amendment to remove physical copy requirements.

• Approved final LCE review for Greening Richmond Public Libraries at East End Branch Library (motion carried, vote tally not recorded)
• Approved conceptual LCE review for Leigh Street Streetscape Improvement project with conditions (motion carried, vote tally not recorded)
• Approved conceptual LCE review for Calhoun Recreation Center park renovation with conditions (motion carried, vote tally not recorded)
• Approved February 10, 2022 meeting minutes (motion carried, vote tally not recorded)
• Approved March 10, 2022 meeting minutes (motion carried, vote tally not recorded)
• Approved May 5, 2022 meeting minutes (motion carried, vote tally not recorded)
• Approved July 7, 2022 meeting minutes (motion carried, vote tally not recorded)
• Approved August 4, 2022 meeting minutes (motion carried by vote, tally not recorded)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board is reviewing two special exception applications. One involves a request for a lot split and new single-family home at 3418 R Street. The second concerns an accessory building at 1632 Chestnut Park Lane.

• Lot split and new dwelling application at 3418 R Street (BZA 29-2022)
• Storage shed compliance application at 1632 Chestnut Park Lane (BZA 34-2022)
• Approval of September 2022 minutes

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The committee will review updates on the Virginia General Assembly and upcoming council work sessions. Members will also consider resolutions to assign the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 general fund surplus to the Safe Streets and Roads for All program and costs related to joining the Virginia Retirement System.

• Resolution 2022-R049: Assigning FY 2021-2022 general fund surplus to the Safe Streets and Roads for All program
• Resolution 2022-R050: Assigning FY 2021-2022 general fund surplus to costs related to joining the Virginia Retirement System
• Virginia General Assembly legislative update
• Quarterly Board Vacancy Report

The Organizational Development Standing Committee forwarded two resolutions to the October 10, 2022 Council meeting, each with a recommendation to strike. The resolutions would assign FY 2021-2022 general fund surplus to Safe Streets and Roads for All program costs and to costs of joining the Virginia Retirement System. No final action was taken by the committee.

• Forwarded RES. 2022-R049 (Safe Streets and Roads for All funding) to Council with recommendation to strike
• Forwarded RES. 2022-R050 (Virginia Retirement System joining costs) to Council with recommendation to strike

Planning Commission

The Richmond Planning Commission met to consider several land use applications, including the acquisition of parcels for Broad Rock Creek Park expansion and the reconstruction of George Wythe High School. Many items on the agenda, such as updates to the Affordable Dwelling Unit Density Program, were requested to be continued to future meetings. The meeting also included a review of the traffic circle at 1700 Monument Avenue.

• Acquisition of six parcels for Broad Rock Creek Park expansion
• Demolition and reconstruction of George Wythe High School at 4314 Crutchfield Street
• Review of the traffic circle at 1700 Monument Avenue
• Gift of Art: Greening Greater Fulton Sculpture
• Closing a portion of Tate Street to public use

The Richmond Planning Commission approved the interim (temporary) condition of the traffic circle at 1700 Monument Avenue (formerly Lee Circle) by a 7-2 vote. The commission also recommended several special-use permits and street closures to City Council, and deferred a wall-sign request for 1500 North Lombardy Street to December pending an engineering report. Most other agenda items were continued to later meetings.

• Approved interim traffic circle at 1700 Monument Avenue (7-2)
• Deferred wall-sign request for 1500 North Lombardy Street to December 5, 2022 (9-0)
• Recommended approval of special use at 3215 Stuart Avenue for 39-unit multifamily and two townhouses
• Recommended approval of special use at 109 West 15th Street for mixed commercial/retail uses
• Recommended approval of special use at 6228 Forest Hill Avenue for a wall
• Recommended approval of special use at 4704 Grove Avenue for a single-family dwelling with parking
• Recommended approval of street closure on Tate Street near Nine Mile Road
• Approved gift of art sculpture for Greening Greater Fulton

City Council

The City Council is considering a motion to declare approximately 1.546 acres of city-owned land at 2101 Commerce Road as surplus and direct its sale for nominal consideration. The council will also consider a resolution to appoint a Council Liaison.

• Sale of ~1.546 acres at 2101 Commerce Road to 2107 West Commerce LLC
• Retention of easements for access to 2107 Commerce Road
• Resolution to appoint a Council Liaison (CD.2022.335)

The City Council adopted a resolution appointing Myquael McLane to the position of Council Liaison. An ordinance to sell a portion of city-owned land at 2101 Commerce Road was amended and continued to the next meeting.

• Appointed Myquael McLane as Council Liaison (adopted)
• Amended and continued ORD. 2022-273 regarding 2101 Commerce Road sale to October 10, 2022

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee is reviewing the interim condition of the traffic circle at 1700 Monument Avenue. The committee will also consider proposals to demolish George Wythe High School and construct a new school, sports fields, and associated site work at 4314 Crutchfield Street.

• Review of the interim condition of the traffic circle at 1700 Monument Avenue
• Proposal to demolish George Wythe High School and construct a new school at 4314 Crutchfield Street
• Plan for new sports fields and associated site work at 4314 Crutchfield Street

The Urban Design Committee voted to recommend denial of the interim landscaping plan for the traffic circle at 1700 Monument Avenue (formerly Lee Circle), citing inappropriate location and character, and recommended removal of the fence and jersey barrier. The committee also voted to recommend approval of the conceptual plan to demolish and rebuild George Wythe High School at 4314 Crutchfield Street, with staff recommendations.

• Recommended denial of Lee Circle interim landscaping plan (UDC 2022-16)
• Recommended removal of fence and jersey barrier at Lee Circle
• Recommended approval of George Wythe High School demolition and rebuild (UDC 2022-17)
• Approved with staff recommendations for George Wythe High School

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will consider Ordinance No. 2022-219, which proposes modifying the city's sound control program by repealing and amending specific City Code sections. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding performance evaluations for several city officials.

• Ordinance No. 2022-219: Modifying City Code sections related to sound control and advertising vehicles with sound devices
• Approval of July 27, 2022, meeting minutes
• Closed session discussion regarding performance evaluations for the City Assessor, City Auditor, City Clerk, and Inspector General

The Governmental Operations Standing Committee voted unanimously to forward Ord. 2022-219, which modifies the city's sound control program, to the full City Council with a recommendation to approve as amended. The amendment doubles civil penalties for noise violations from $50 to $100 for a first offense and $100 to $200 for a second offense within seven days. The committee also approved the minutes from July 27, 2022, and held a closed session to discuss performance evaluations of city officials.

• Forwarded Ord. 2022-219 (noise ordinance amendment) to Council with recommendation to approve (unanimous)
• Approved July 27, 2022 committee meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Held closed session to discuss performance evaluations of City Assessor, Auditor, Clerk, and Inspector General (unanimous)

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission is reviewing several applications for new construction, additions, and renovations. This includes a proposed 8-story mixed-use development on West Broad Street and multiple single-family home projects.

• 219-225 W. Broad Street: Proposed 8-story mixed-use building and façade rehabilitation
• 961 Pink Street: Construction of a new duplex and garage
• 2818 Monument Avenue: Construction of a new four-story, multi-family building
• 1635 W. Grace Street: Replacement of eleven vinyl windows with composite wood windows
• 512 W. Clay Street: Construction of a concrete retaining wall

The Commission of Architectural Review approved seven consent-agenda certificates of appropriateness and deferred one regular-agenda application for 2204 E. Broad Street to allow the applicant to clarify paperwork. All votes were unanimous (7-0 or 6-0) except the move of 961 Pink Street to the consent agenda (5-1). The meeting also included conceptual reviews of four larger projects with no final decisions.

• Approved consent agenda as amended (7-0)
• Approved 512 W. Clay Street retaining wall (7-0)
• Approved 425 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard masonry opening (7-0)
• Approved 961 Pink Street duplex and garage (7-0)
• Approved 2613 E. Leigh Street rear addition (7-0)
• Approved 1635 W. Grace Street window replacement (7-0)
• Approved 100 W. Leigh Street rehabilitation (7-0)
• Deferred 2204 E. Broad Street addition to allow applicant to address paperwork (7-0)

Public Safety Standing Committee

The committee will consider proposals to create a Civilian Review Board and implement enhanced speeding penalties on West Laburnum Avenue. The agenda also includes the adoption of a regional hazard mitigation plan and the appointment of an Emergency Management Coordinator. Additionally, officials will present reports on fire department operations and mental health support for 911 employees.

• Ordinance to establish a Civilian Review Board
• Enhanced speeding penalties on West Laburnum Avenue
• Appointment of Stephen M. Willoughby as Coordinator of Emergency Management
• Adoption of the Richmond-Crater Multi-Region Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Fire Department Quarterly Report presentation

The Public Safety Standing Committee forwarded four items to the October 10, 2022 City Council meeting. The most notable was Ordinance 2022-261, which would establish a Civilian Review Board; it was forwarded with a recommendation to approve with amendments. The other three items—enhanced speeding penalties on West Laburnum Avenue, appointment of an Emergency Management Coordinator, and adoption of a hazard mitigation plan—were all forwarded with recommendations to approve.

• Forwarded Ordinance 2022-261 (Civilian Review Board) to full Council with recommendation to approve with amendments
• Forwarded Resolution 2022-R061 (enhanced speeding penalties on West Laburnum Avenue) to full Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded Resolution 2022-R062 (appointment of Stephen M. Willoughby as Coordinator of Emergency Management) to full Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded Resolution 2022-R067 (Richmond-Crater Multi-Region Hazard Mitigation Plan) to full Council with recommendation to approve

City Council

The Richmond City Council is considering several ordinances regarding land use and city code amendments. These include requests for special use permits for hotels and residential dwellings, as well as updates to real estate tax exemptions for rehabilitated structures.

• Special use permit for hotel and commercial use at 501 North Allen Avenue
• Amendments to real estate tax exemptions for rehabilitated commercial or industrial structures
• Establishment of the Samuel Pleasants Parsons Linear Park
• Naming the Calhoun Community Center baseball field 'William ‘Bo’ Jiggetts Field'
• Vacating easements at 5005 Riverside Drive for the James River Park System

The City Council adopted a resolution selecting RVA Diamond Partners LLC as the developer of the Diamond District and expressed support for proposed minimum business terms. It also approved a major rezoning of properties north of East Broad Street to the RP Research Park District, along with numerous other ordinances including special use permits, bond authorizations, and funding agreements.

• Selected RVA Diamond Partners LLC as developer of the Diamond District (adopted)
• Rezoned properties north of East Broad Street to RP Research Park District (adopted)
• Approved $4M in general obligation bonds for capital improvements (adopted)
• Authorized $1.765M from VDOT for traffic signal retiming (adopted)
• Approved sale of 2200 Ingram Ave for $500K to Oak Grove Partners for affordable housing (adopted)
• Authorized $2.359M from VDOT for pedestrian safety improvements (adopted)
• Approved special use permits for hotels, mixed-use, and residential at multiple properties (adopted)
• Approved up to $54.3M in RRHA multifamily housing revenue bonds for four projects (adopted)

Informal Meeting

The City of Richmond will conduct a docket review and discuss referrals of service delivery issues to City Administration. The agenda also includes discussion regarding an agreement with the James River Conservation District.

• Referral of service delivery issues to City Administration
• Soil and Water Conservation District Agreement with Richmond and the James River Conservation District

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will review an art gift for Greening Greater Fulton and a draft RFQ for the Southside Community Center Phase II. The meeting also includes discussions regarding art opportunities for the Richmond Slave Trail, East End Library Sidewalk, Abner Clay Park, and Broad Street Revitalization.

• Art gift for Greening Greater Fulton (PAC2022-751)
• Southside Community Center Phase II RFQ draft (PAC2022-752)
• Trailhead art opportunities for Richmond Slave Trail (PAC2022-753)
• Discussion of East End Library Sidewalk, Abner Clay Park, and Broad Street Revitalization

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee will review presentations regarding tax assessments for affordable properties. Members will consider ordinances related to park expansions, street naming, and transportation agreements. Discussion topics include Bus Rapid Transit corridors and the Fall Line Trail.

• Agreement with VDOT for Richmond Signal System - Phase IV upgrades
• Support for the 'Reconnect Jackson Ward project' via federal pilot program
• Establishment of Samuel Pleasants Parsons Linear Park
• Cooperation agreement for a housing authority van-share project
• Expansion of SMART SCALE projects to include Henrico and Chesterfield

The Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee met and forwarded all 12 items on its agenda to the September 26, 2022 City Council meeting with a recommendation to approve. No items were denied, tabled, or amended. The committee did not take final action on any ordinance or resolution.

• Forwarded vacation of easements at 5005 Riverside Drive for James River Park System (Ord. 2022-239)
• Forwarded naming baseball field at Calhoun Community Center as 'William "Bo" Jiggetts Field' (Ord. 2022-240)
• Forwarded designation of Samuel Pleasants Parsons Linear Park along Idlewood Ave, Belvidere St, Albemarle Ave, Spring St, China St (Ord. 2022-242)
• Forwarded naming 1100 block of Front Street in honor of Kirby David Carmichael (Ord. 2022-241)
• Forwarded Virginia Transit Association Cooperation Agreement for RRHA Van-Share project (Ord. 2022-259)
• Forwarded VDOT Standard Project Administration Agreement for Richmond Signal System Phase IV (Ord. 2022-260)
• Forwarded request for analysis of infrastructure along proposed North/South BRT corridors (Res. 2022-R052)
• Forwarded amendment to SMART SCALE candidate projects to include joint applications with Henrico and Chesterfield (Res. 2022-R060)

Planning Commission

The commission is considering a large-scale rezoning to establish the RP Research Park District. The agenda also includes budget amendments for fire station construction and infrastructure projects funded by VDOT. Additionally, members will review the sale of city property at 2200 Ingram Avenue for affordable housing.

• Rezoning area north of East Broad Street to RP Research Park District
• $4,000,000 budget increase for Fire Station 12 replacement
• $2,358,999 VDOT grant for pedestrian safety improvements
• Sale of 5.108 acres at 2200 Ingram Avenue for $500,000
• $1,765,000 VDOT grant for signal system retiming

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a zoning ordinance rewrite for the RP Research Park District and a related rezoning of properties near East Broad Street, both unanimously. It also approved a consent agenda recommending several ordinances to City Council, including a hotel at 501 North Allen Avenue and funding for fire station and transportation projects. Several items were continued to the October 3 meeting, and two Urban Design Committee items were referred back.

• Recommended approval of RP Research Park District code amendments (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezoning near East Broad Street to RP Research Park District (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of consent agenda including hotel at 501 North Allen Ave (6-0)
• Continued special use for 1500 N Lombardy St to Oct 3 (unanimous)
• Continued special use for 3301-3303 Park Ave to Oct 3 (unanimous)
• Continued Shops at Stratford Hills plan amendment to Oct 3 (unanimous)
• Referred Lee Circle interim condition back to Urban Design Committee (6-0)
• Referred George Wythe High School demolition/construction back to Urban Design Committee (6-0)

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee will review several measures regarding city funding and development. Items include authorizing bond issuances for capital projects, selecting a developer for the Diamond District, and accepting a donation for animal care.

• $4,000,000 bond issuance for school projects and infrastructure
• Selection of RVA Diamond Partners LLC as developer for the Diamond District
• Acceptance of a $140,300 spay and neuter trailer donation
• Amendments to real estate tax exemptions for rehabilitated structures
• Assignment of general fund surplus to the Safe Streets and Roads for All program

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee forwarded several items to the September 26, 2022 Council meeting. It recommended approval of the selection of RVA Diamond Partners LLC as the Diamond District developer, a $4 million bond issuance for capital projects, a tax exemption clarification for rehabilitated commercial/industrial structures, a spay/neuter trailer donation, and an amendment to the Richmond Behavioral Health Authority contract. It recommended striking two resolutions related to general fund surplus assignments for Safe Streets and Roads for All and Virginia Retirement System costs.

• Forwarded ORD. 2022-238 (tax exemption clarification) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-251 ($4M bond issuance) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-252 (spay/neuter trailer donation) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded RES. 2022-R049 (surplus for Safe Streets) to Council with recommendation to strike
• Forwarded RES. 2022-R050 (surplus for VRS) to Council with recommendation to strike
• Forwarded RES. 2022-R055 (Diamond District developer selection) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded RES. 2022-R056 (Behavioral Health contract amendment) to Council with recommendation to approve

City Council

The Richmond City Council is considering various ordinances regarding city zoning and land use. This includes requests for special use permits for residential and commercial properties. The council will also vote to accept $760,000 in funding from the Virginia Tourism Corporation.

• Appropriation of $760,000 from the Virginia Tourism Corporation
• Rezoning 501 Orleans Street and 4811 South 37th Street to B-5 Central Business District
• Special use permit for up to 52 dwelling units at 2906 5th Avenue
• Special use permit for a day nursery at 617 North 1st Street
• Expansion of the Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan by 2.85 acres

The Richmond City Council adopted 12 ordinances, including several zoning and special-use permits for residential and commercial projects, grant contracts for childcare and tourism, and a resolution to study transit-oriented zoning along major corridors. Several items were continued to future meetings, and a ranked-choice voting ordinance was stricken.

• Adopted special-use permit for up to 11 single-family dwellings on Westview Avenue
• Adopted $760,000 tourism grant from Virginia Tourism Corporation for Richmond Region Tourism
• Adopted special-use permit for a three-car garage at 3219 Grove Avenue
• Adopted conditional rezoning of 501 Orleans Street and 4811 South 37th Street to B-5 Central Business District
• Adopted special-use permit for a day nursery at 617 North 1st Street
• Adopted special-use permit for a 52-unit multifamily dwelling at 2906 5th Avenue
• Adopted grant contract with Children's Museum of Richmond for low-income family access
• Adopted resolution to study rezoning along Richmond Highway, Midlothian Turnpike, and Hull Street to TOD-1 Transit-Oriented Nodal District

Informal Meeting

This informal meeting includes a docket review and the referral of service delivery issues to city administration. No other discussion items are listed on the agenda.

• Referral of service delivery issues to city administration
• Docket review

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will discuss a proposal to demolish and rebuild George Wythe High School with new sports fields. The committee will also conduct a final review regarding the interim condition of Lee Circle at 1700 Monument Avenue.

• Proposed demolition and reconstruction of George Wythe High School at 4314 Crutchfiueld Street
• Final review of the interim condition of Lee Circle at 1700 Monument Avenue

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The committee will review a Richmond School Board update on academic outcomes and budget forecasting. It will also consider three ordinances authorizing grant contracts for childcare stabilization and community programs.

• Richmond School Board Update on academic outcomes and budget forecasting
• Grant contract with Children’s Museum of Richmond (Ord. 2022-235)
• Grant contract with Woodville Church of the Nazarene (Ord. 2022-236)
• Thrive Birth to 5 Grant Contract (Ord. 2022-237)

The Education and Human Services Standing Committee forwarded three ordinances to the September 12, 2022 City Council meeting with recommendations to approve. The grants would fund expanded access to the Children's Museum of Richmond for low-income families, stabilize childcare at Woodville Church of the Nazarene, and support Thrive Birth to 5 early childhood programs.

• Forwarded ORD. 2022-235 (Children's Museum grant) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-236 (Woodville Church day nursery grant) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-237 (Thrive Birth to 5 grant) to Council with recommendation to approve

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to implement ranked choice voting for the November 5, 2024, City Council election. The agenda also includes updates on the Virginia General Assembly timeline and upcoming council work sessions.

• Ordinance 2022-119: implementing ranked choice voting for the November 5, 2024 election
• Review of the 2023 Virginia General Assembly session preparation timeline
• Update on Council Executive Appointee Performance Evaluation finalization

The Organizational Development Standing Committee forwarded Ordinance 2022-119, which would require ranked-choice voting for the November 2024 council election, to the full Council with a recommendation to strike the ordinance. No final decision was made; the matter will be considered by the full Council on September 12, 2022.

• Forwarded ORD. 2022-119 to Council meeting with recommendation to strike

Planning Commission

The Commission is reviewing an ordinance to revise the Affordable Housing Dwelling Unit Density Program. The agenda also includes a presentation on proposed city-wide zoning changes regarding short-term rentals, parking minimums, and accessory dwelling units. Several items were requested to be continued to future meetings.

• Ordinance to revise the Affordable Housing Dwelling Unit Density Program
• Rezoning of 501 Orleans Street and 4811 South 37th Street to B-5 Central Business District
• Special use permit for a day nursery at 617 North 1st Street
• Special use permit for up to 52 dwelling units at 2906 5th Avenue
• Presentation on proposed changes to short-term rentals and parking minimums

The Richmond Planning Commission met on September 6, 2022, and continued several items to future meetings, including ordinances on affordable housing, special use permits, and the University of Richmond's master plan. The commission unanimously adopted the consent agenda, recommending approval of eight items to City Council, including zoning changes and special use permits. A presentation was given on proposed city-wide zoning changes for short-term rentals, parking minimums, and accessory dwelling units.

• Continued affordable housing density program ordinance to October 3 (unanimous)
• Continued special use at 109 E 17th St to October 3 (unanimous)
• Continued hotel/commercial use at 501 N Allen Ave to September 19 (unanimous)
• Continued special use at 3001 Midlothian Tpke to September 19 (unanimous)
• Continued University of Richmond master plan amendment to October 3 (7-0, 2 excused)
• Continued zoning rewrite update presentation (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda recommending 8 items to City Council (unanimous)
• Continued special use at 3301-3303 Park Ave to September 19 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is considering ordinances to change the locations of specific polling places. These proposals affect Precinct 215, Precinct 410, and the central absentee voter election district.

• Relocation of Precinct 215 polling place (Ord. 2022-186)
• Relocation of Precinct 410 polling place (Ord. 2022-187)
• New location for central absentee voter election district (Ord. 2022-188)

The City Council adopted three ordinances to relocate polling places for Precinct 215, Precinct 410, and the central absentee voter election district, as specified in the patrons' proposals.

• Adopted ordinance to relocate polling place for Precinct 215 (Patron: Jordan)
• Adopted ordinance to relocate polling place for Precinct 410 (Patron: Nye)
• Adopted ordinance to relocate central absentee voter election district polling place (Patron: Jordan)

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will consider several applications for property renovations and new constructions. Proposed projects include a new duplex on Pink Street and exterior work on a carriage house on W. Franklin Street.

• New duplex and garage at 961 Pink Street
• Four-story mixed-use building at 912 Tulip Street
• Exterior renovations to carriage house at 1103 W. Franklin Street
• Masonry wall modifications at 1839 Monument Avenue
• New one-story rear garage at 2610 E. Grace Street

The Commission of Architectural Review approved a certificate of appropriateness for 1839 Monument Avenue to increase the height of an existing masonry wall and infill an opening, with conditions requiring wood or wood-substitute lattice. A proposal to replace a brick patio at 106 Shockoe Slip with stamped concrete pavers failed on a 4-4 tie, but a revised motion for a pedestal system and non-faux-brick paver passed unanimously. A new duplex at 961 Pink Street was deferred to allow the applicant to address design concerns.

• Approved 1839 Monument Ave wall height increase with wood lattice condition (8-0)
• Denied 106 Shockoe Slip stamped concrete paver replacement (4-4 tie, motion failed)
• Approved 106 Shockoe Slip with pedestal system and non-faux-brick paver (8-0)
• Deferred 961 Pink Street duplex application for design revisions (7-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda including 2610 E. Grace St garage and 1103 W. Franklin St carriage house renovations (8-0)
• Conceptually reviewed 912 Tulip St mixed-use project; no final decision

City Council

The Council will consider ordinances regarding ARPA funds for housing construction and preservation. The agenda also includes amending the RP Research Park District and rezoning properties near East Broad Street. Additionally, the Council will review a $896,263.00 grant application from the Industrial Revitalization Fund.

• Ordinance to amend ARPA funds for housing construction and preservation
• Vehicle Lease Agreement between City of Richmond and Richmond Ambulance Authority
• Amendments to RP Research Park District zoning requirements
• Rezoning properties north of East Broad Street and east of North Third Street
• $896,263.00 grant application from the Industrial Revitalization Fund

The City Council approved a resolution authorizing the Chief Administrative Officer to apply for a $896,263 state grant for the rehabilitation of a former religious facility at 2300 Fairmount Avenue into residential, commercial, and office space. Several ordinances were introduced and referred to public hearings or the Planning Commission, including amendments to ARPA fund allocations, a vehicle lease agreement with the Richmond Ambulance Authority, and zoning changes for the RP Research Park District.

• Approved resolution 2022-R053 authorizing grant application for $896,263 from Virginia DHCD Industrial Revitalization Fund for 2300 Fairmount Avenue rehab
• Introduced ordinance 2022-243 to amend ARPA fund allocations for housing construction and preservation; public hearing set for September 12, 2022
• Introduced ordinance 2022-244 to authorize vehicle lease agreement with Richmond Ambulance Authority; public hearing set for September 12, 2022
• Introduced ordinance 2022-245 to amend RP Research Park District zoning regulations; referred to Planning Commission on September 19, 2022
• Introduced ordinance 2022-246 to rezone properties near East Broad Street to RP Research Park District; referred to Planning Commission on September 19, 2022

Planning Commission

The commission is reviewing land use changes for Oregon Hill and several community center developments. Requests were made to continue discussions on the Shops at Stratford Hills expansion and the University of Richmond master plan to future meetings. The agenda also includes reviews of library renovations and elementary school classroom additions.

• Land use designation changes for Oregon Hill (CPCR.2022.094)
• Renovations to Richmond Public Library - Downtown Branch at 101 E. Franklin Street
• New Luck's Community Center at 1501 N. 20th Street
• New TB Smith Community Center at 2015 Ruffin Road
• Special use permit for a single-family dwelling at 309 West Hooper Street

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will conduct conceptual reviews for two new community centers and renovations to the Richmond Public Library Downtown Branch. These reviews focus on the proposed location, character, and extent of each project.

• Conceptual review of TB Smith Community Center at 2015 Ruffin Road
• Conceptual review of Luck's Community Center at 1501 N. 20th Street
• Conceptual review of renovations to Richmond Public Library - Downtown Branch at 101 E. Franklin Street

The Urban Design Committee recommended approval of three Location, Character and Extent items to the Planning Commission, each with conditions. All three motions passed unanimously (6-0). The projects include a development at an unspecified location (UDC 2022-14), another project (UDC 2022-13), and a library-related project (UDC 2022-08). Conditions focus on lighting, permeable materials, maintenance plans, public art, and sustainability features.

• Recommended approval of UDC 2022-14 with conditions (6-0)
• Recommended approval of UDC 2022-13 with conditions (6-0)
• Recommended approval of UDC 2022-08 with conditions (6-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is considering four applications for special exceptions to the zoning ordinance. These requests involve constructing a garage, adding a home addition, and building new single-family dwellings that do not meet standard setback or lot requirements.

• Garage construction at 601 St Christophers Road (BZA 28-2022)
• Lot split and new dwelling at 3418 R Street (BZA 29-2022)
• New single-family dwelling at 3402 P Street (BZA 30-2022)
• Home addition at 4208 Sulgrave Road (BZA 31-2022)
• Approval of July 2022 minutes

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to study rezoning properties along Richmond Highway, Midlothian Turnpike, and Hull Street to a Transit-Oriented Nodal District. The agenda also includes presentations on the City Auditor's Annual Report and wastewater and stormwater rates. Additionally, members will review ordinance changes related to city sound control.

• Rezoning study for Richmond Highway, Midlothian Turnpike, and Hull Street (RES. 2022-R048)
• Ordinance to modify the City’s sound control program (ORD. 2022-219)
• Presentation on Fiscal Year 2022 City Auditor's Annual Report
• Presentation on Wastewater and Stormwater Rates
• Quarterly Board Vacancy Report

The committee continued a proposed sound control ordinance to September 28, 2022, and forwarded a resolution to study rezoning along three corridors to the September 12 Council meeting with a recommendation to approve.

• Continued Ord. 2022-219 (sound control) to September 28, 2022
• Forwarded Res. 2022-R048 (TOD-1 rezoning study) to Council with recommendation to approve

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will consider several applications for building modifications. The agenda includes requests for new additions, siding replacements, and security installations. A conceptual review for a two-story addition is also scheduled.

• Rear addition to three dwellings at 2511-2515 E. Franklin Street
• Replacement of wood siding with substitute material at 620 N. 25th Street
• New one-story side addition at 615 N. 25th Street
• Installation of window security and a fence at 1121 W. Franklin Street
• Conceptual review for a two-story rear addition at 516 N. 26th Street

The Commission of Architectural Review approved a rear addition to three attached dwellings at 2511-2515 E. Franklin St., with conditions including consulting the City Arborist to mitigate tree removal. It also approved siding replacement at 620 N. 25th St. and a new side addition at 615 N. 25th St., each with specific conditions. A conceptual review was held for a two-story rear addition at 516 N. 26th St., with advisory recommendations only.

• Approved rear addition at 2511-2515 E. Franklin St. with conditions including tree mitigation (6-0)
• Approved siding replacement at 620 N. 25th St. with wood siding on primary elevation (6-0)
• Approved new side addition at 615 N. 25th St. with window schedule approval (5-0, 1 excused)
• Conceptually reviewed two-story rear addition at 516 N. 26th St. (advisory only)
• Approved consent agenda including window security and fence at 1121 W. Franklin St. (6-0)

Public Safety Standing Committee

The Public Safety Standing Committee will discuss the Sheriff's Department's processes for securing mentally ill inmates and the safety of personnel and other inmates. This discussion includes a mental health overview and an RSCO publication. The committee is also scheduled to approve minutes from the June 28, 2022 meeting.

• Discussion on Sheriff's Department processes for securing mentally ill inmates
• Approval of June 28, 2022 Public Safety Meeting Minutes

City Council

The Richmond City Council will review several ordinances regarding property rezonings and special use permits. The agenda also includes installing speed tables on Moss Side Avenue and updating the Affordable Housing Dwelling Unit Density Program.

• Rezoning 500 Maury Street from M-2 to TOD-1
• Installing speed tables on the 3600 and 3700 blocks of Moss Side Avenue
• Special use permit for five single-family attached dwellings at 909 North 29th Street
• Rezoning 807 Oliver Hill Way from M-1 to TOD-1
• Updating the Affordable Housing Dwelling Unit Density Program definitions

The Richmond City Council adopted 30 ordinances and resolutions, including a new collective bargaining ordinance for certain city employees, multiple rezoning and special use permits, and budget amendments increasing appropriations by over $9 million. Several items were continued to September, including the Affordable Dwelling Unit Density Program revision and casino revenue resolutions.

• Adopted collective bargaining ordinance for certain City employees (2022-221)
• Adopted rezoning of 500 Maury Street to TOD-1 Transit-Oriented Nodal District (2022-159)
• Adopted rezoning of 807 Oliver Hill Way to TOD-1 Transit-Oriented Nodal District (2022-189)
• Adopted budget amendment increasing Special Fund appropriations by $3,451,918 and Capital Budget by $5,553,000 (2022-202)
• Adopted speed tables on Moss Side Avenue between West Laburnum and Walton Avenues (2022-105)
• Adopted special use permits for multiple properties including 909 North 29th Street, 1117 West Leigh Street, and 1207 Porter Street
• Adopted grant contracts for child care and preschool programs with Friends Association, Fulton Montessori, SCAN, St. James's, YMCA, and YWCA
• Adopted tax relief deadline extension for elderly and disabled persons from March 31 to December 31 (2022-218)

Informal Meeting

The Richmond City Council will hold an informal meeting to receive several city updates. The agenda includes a presentation on the Diamond District and a demonstration of new accessible voting machines. The session also covers legislative updates for the Virginia General Assembly.

• Introduction of Richmond Henrico Health District Director Dr. Elaine Perry
• Demonstration of new handicapped accessible voting machines
• Virginia General Assembly 2023 session kickoff and 2022 update
• Diamond District development update
• Closed session regarding a prospective City Attorney

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to change the deadline for filing tax relief applications for elderly and disabled persons from March 31 to December 31. The agenda also includes approval of June 2022 meeting minutes and a review of board vacancies.

• Ordinance 2022-218: Extending tax relief application deadlines for elderly and disabled persons
• Approval of June 16, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of the quarterly board vacancy report

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee forwarded Ordinance 2022-218 to the July 25, 2022 Council meeting with a recommendation to approve. The ordinance would extend the tax relief application deadline for elderly and permanently/totally disabled persons from March 31 to December 31 of the taxable year. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Forwarded Ordinance 2022-218 to Council with recommendation to approve

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee will review ordinances regarding veteran burials at Riverview Cemetery and outdoor dining encroachments. Discussion topics include the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority Board and weather shelter locations.

• Amending Riverview Cemetery rules for indigent veterans of all wars
• Accepting a deed transfer for 4929 Chamberlayne Avenue
• Outdoor dining encroachment permit for 121, L.L.C. on West Broad Street
• Outdoor dining encroachment permit for The Diradour, LLC on Stuart Avenue
• Electrical service easement at 4430 Deepwater Terminal Road

The Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee reviewed five ordinances and forwarded all of them to the July 25, 2022 Council meeting with a recommendation to approve. The items include amendments to a cemetery dedication, a property conveyance, two outdoor dining encroachments, and an easement for electrical service. No votes were recorded in the minutes; all actions were recommendations to the full Council.

• Forwarded ORD. 2022-184 (Riverview Cemetery burial expansion) with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-185 (quitclaim deed for 4929 Chamberlayne Ave) with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-208 (outdoor dining encroachment at W Broad St & N Jefferson St) with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-209 (outdoor dining encroachment at Stuart Ave & N Robinson St) with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-217 (easement at 4430 Deepwater Terminal Rd) with recommendation to approve

Planning Commission

The Richmond Planning Commission is considering an amendment to increase the Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan area by 2.85 acres. The agenda also includes reviews of streetscape improvements on Government Road and a bridge replacement on East Broad Street. Several zoning changes and special use applications are scheduled for consideration.

• Expansion of Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan to 67.4± acres
• Rezoning 500 Maury Street from M-2 Heavy Industrial to TOD-1 District
• Streetscape and green infrastructure improvements on Government Road
• Review of bridge replacement at 1554 E. Broad Street
• Closing an alley bounded by Maury, E 4th, Everett, and E 3rd Streets

City Council

This special meeting includes a discussion on collective bargaining and the introduction of new legislation. The proposed ordinance would amend the City Code to provide for collective bargaining with certain city employees.

• Introduction of an ordinance regarding collective bargaining for certain City employees

The City Council held a special meeting and introduced an ordinance to establish collective bargaining for certain city employees. The ordinance was introduced and the committee referral was waived. A public hearing is scheduled for July 25, 2022, at 6:00 p.m.

• Introduced ordinance 2022-221 on collective bargaining (no vote recorded)
• Waived committee referral for ordinance 2022-221

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The Education and Human Services Standing Committee will review several grant contracts to support or expand childcare and preschool programs. The agenda also includes updates on homelessness, the Arthur Ashe Center, and a memorandum of understanding regarding school use.

• Grant contracts for various preschool programs including YMCA, YWCA, and Fulton Montessori
• MOU for Richmond Public Schools use by the Department of Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities
• Presentation on Universal Pre-K
• Updates on homelessness, returning citizens, and overflow shelters

The Education and Human Services Standing Committee forwarded seven ordinances to the July 25, 2022 Council meeting, each with a recommendation to approve. These ordinances authorize grant contracts for child care and preschool programs, including Friends Association for Children, Fulton Montessori, Greater Richmond SCAN, St. James's Children's Center, YMCA, and YWCA. The committee also forwarded a Memorandum of Understanding with Richmond Public Schools for use of school facilities by the Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities Department. No votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Forwarded ORD. 2022-195 (Friends Association grant) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-196 (Fulton Montessori grant) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-197 (MOU with RPS for school use) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-198 (SCAN grant) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-199 (St. James's Children's Center grant) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-200 (YMCA grant for two new preschools) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-201 (YWCA grant) to Council with recommendation to approve

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will review an artist selection panel recommendation for Fire Station #12. The agenda includes a design proposal from A Gang of Three. This meeting was rescheduled from June.

• Artist selection panel recommendation for Fire Station #12 (PAC 2022 - 689)
• A Gang of Three design proposal

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will review plans for a bridge replacement at 1554 E. Broad Street. The meeting also includes discussions regarding outdoor dining encroachment on Stuart Avenue and streetscape improvements along Government Road.

• Bridge replacement review at 1554 E. Broad Street
• Outdoor dining area encroachment request at 400 N. Robinson St.
• Streetscape and green infrastructure improvements for 4900 & 5000 blocks of Government Road

The Urban Design Committee approved all three items on the regular agenda. UDC 2022-06, a Section 17.05 review, was approved with staff conditions plus an added requirement for lighting details in the pedestrian culvert. UDC 2022-11, an encroachment at 400 N Robinson, was approved with staff conditions and amendments regarding sidewalk paving and a potential tree well. UDC 2022-12, a Location, Character and Extent item at 5000 Government, was approved as recommended.

• Approved UDC 2022-06 Section 17.05 review with conditions, adding lighting detail requirement (6-0-1)
• Approved UDC 2022-11 encroachment at 400 N Robinson with conditions, including sidewalk paving and tree well exploration (7-0)
• Approved UDC 2022-12 Location, Character and Extent item at 5000 Government (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Richmond Board of Zoning Appeals will review several applications for building permits involving zoning exceptions. These requests include a new single-family home and additions to existing houses. The board will also approve the June 2022 minutes.

• Special exception for an elevator shaft addition at 4408 Hanover Avenue (BZA 25-2022)
• Special exception for a new single-family dwelling at 88 West Pilkington Street (BZA 26-2022)
• Special exception for a rear addition and covered porch at 6103 Wesley Road (BZA 27-2022)
• Approval of June 2022 minutes

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to amend the City Code regarding collective bargaining for certain City employees. The agenda also includes a report on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) expenditures and updates from the Council Chief of Staff.

• Ordinance 2022-220 regarding collective bargaining for certain City employees
• Preliminary Quarterly Report of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Expenditures
• Closed session regarding salaries for the City Assessor, Auditor, Clerk, and Inspector General

The Organizational Development Standing Committee forwarded Ordinance 2022-220, which would add collective bargaining provisions to the City Code, to the July 25, 2022 Council meeting with no recommendation. No vote or recommendation was made by the committee.

• Forwarded ORD. 2022-220 (collective bargaining) to Council with no recommendation

Planning Commission

The commission is reviewing several land use applications and proposed amendments to the City Code. Key items include budget adjustments for transportation projects and ambulance purchases. Several items on the agenda have requests to continue to future meetings.

• Budget amendment to increase appropriations by $5,553,000.00 for transportation projects and ambulances
• Proposed change to allow multifamily use at 7000 West Carnation Street
• Rezoning of 807 Oliver Hill Way from M-1 Light Industrial to TOD-1 Transit-Oriented Nodal District
• Special use permit for office and up to four multifamily units at 2300 Fairmount Avenue
• Budget amendment to increase Special Fund Budget revenues by $3,451,918.00

The Richmond Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a rezoning and community unit plan amendment for 7000 West Carnation Street to allow multifamily use, despite opposition from a nearby apartment complex representative. The commission also approved a consent agenda recommending several other rezoning and special use permits to City Council, and continued multiple items to future meetings.

• Recommended approval of rezoning at 807 Oliver Hill Way from M-1 to TOD-1 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for 2300 Fairmount Avenue (office + up to 4 multifamily units) (7-0)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for 1117 West Leigh Street (two-family detached dwelling) (7-0)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for 1207 Porter Street (accessory dwelling unit) (7-0)
• Recommended approval of budget amendments totaling $3,451,918 special fund, $5,553,000 capital, and $571,000 debt service (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Beaufont Oaks amendment to allow multifamily at 7000 West Carnation Street (7-0)
• Approved Beaufont Oaks Preliminary Community Unit Plan amendment for multifamily at 7000 West Carnation Street (7-0)
• Cancelled August 1, 2022 Planning Commission meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider approving up to $15,000,000 in revenue bonds for the Brookland Park Apartments project. The agenda also includes a resolution concerning support for abortion providers and an ordinance introduction regarding collective bargaining for certain City employees.

• $15,000,000 bond issuance for Brookland Park Apartments at 1218, 1224, 1226, and 1228 East Brookland Park Boulevard
• Resolution concerning City support for abortion providers
• Ordinance regarding collective bargaining for certain City employees

The Richmond City Council approved the issuance of up to $15 million in multifamily housing revenue bonds for the Brookland Park Apartments, a 66-unit rental project. The council also adopted a resolution opposing the U.S. Supreme Court's Dobbs decision and urging Virginia to protect abortion access. An ordinance to establish collective bargaining for certain city employees was introduced and referred to committee.

• Approved resolution 2022-R044 authorizing $15M in housing revenue bonds for Brookland Park Apartments (adopted)
• Adopted resolution 2022-R045 opposing Dobbs v. Jackson and supporting abortion access (adopted)
• Introduced ordinance 2022-220 on collective bargaining and referred to Organizational Development Committee

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review is reviewing applications for structural modifications to several properties. These include requests for rear additions, window replacements, and a mural project. The meeting also includes administrative reports and the approval of minutes.

• Construction of a rear addition at 2511-2515 E. Franklin Street
• Use of a masonry wall for the 'Mending Walls' mural project at 2209 E. Grace Street
• Replacement of wooden windows with aluminum clad wood windows at 2905 E. Broad Street
• Construction of a rear addition at 2810 E. Broad Street
• Installation of window security and a chain-link fence at 1121 W. Franklin Street

The Commission of Architectural Review denied a request to extend an existing front porch at 3404 E. Broad Street, citing inconsistency with design guidelines. Several other applications were approved with conditions, deferred, or moved between agendas. The Commission also elected new officers and noted that City Council overruled a previous CAR decision on 2323 Venable Street.

• Denied porch extension at 3404 E. Broad St. (8-0)
• Approved rear shed at 1843 W. Grace St. with conditions (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Deferred window security/fence at 1121 W. Franklin St. (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved rear porch enclosure at 2519 E. Grace St. with conditions (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved mural on existing wall at 2209 E. Grace St. (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Denied window replacement at 2905 E. Broad St. (5-3)
• Deferred rear addition at 2511-2515 E. Franklin St. (7-0, 1 excused)
• Approved rear addition at 2810 E. Broad St. with conditions (7-0, 1 excused)

Public Safety Standing Committee

The committee will consider adopting the City's Emergency Operations Plan. The agenda also includes presentations from the Richmond Ambulance Authority and the Richmond Firefighters Association regarding health threats to personnel. Additionally, members will discuss mental health services for emergency personnel.

• Adoption of the City of Richmond’s Emergency Operations Plan (RES. 2022-R043)
• Richmond Ambulance Authority update presentation
• Presentation on health threats to Richmond Fire Personnel
• Discussion regarding mental health services for emergency personnel

The Public Safety Standing Committee forwarded Resolution 2022-R043, which adopts the City of Richmond's Emergency Operations Plan, to the July 25, 2022 Council meeting with a recommendation to approve. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Forwarded Resolution 2022-R043 (Emergency Operations Plan) to Council with recommendation to approve

City Council

The Richmond City Council adopted numerous ordinances, including special-use permits for mixed-use and residential developments, acceptance of grant funds for police and other programs, and a strategic plan for equitable economic development. Several items were continued to the next meeting, including a rezoning and collective bargaining ordinances.

• Adopted special use permit for 1203 East Brookland Park Blvd (43 dwelling units)
• Adopted special use permits for properties on Broad Rock Blvd, Cutshaw Ave, 3rd Ave, and others
• Adopted ordinance accepting $3.7M donation for equine facility at 601 N 39th St
• Adopted $85,628 grant for early voting expansion
• Adopted $300,000 grant for hate crimes training
• Adopted $46,976 grant for restorative justice program
• Adopted $125,000 grant for virtual reality de-escalation training
• Adopted resolution approving strategic plan for equitable economic development

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will review a recommendation from the Fire Station #12 Artist Selection Panel. This item involves the 'A Gang of Three' design proposal and its associated staff report.

• Fire Station #12 Artist Selection Panel Recommendation (PAC 2022-669) regarding A Gang of Three design proposal

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will consider ordinances to relocate polling places for Precinct 215, Precinct 410, and the central absentee voter election district. It will also review changes to the membership composition of the Aging and Disabilities Advisory Board.

• Changing Aging and Disabilities Advisory Board membership (ORD. 2022-054)
• Relocating polling place for Precinct 215 (ORD. 2022-186)
• Relocating polling place for Precinct 410 (ORD. 2022-187)
• Establishing a new central absentee voter election district polling place (ORD. 2022-188)

The Governmental Operations Standing Committee forwarded four ordinances to the June 27, 2022 Council meeting. One ordinance amends the Aging and Disabilities Advisory Board membership, and three ordinances relocate polling places, including for Precincts 215 and 410 and the central absentee voter district. All were forwarded with a recommendation to approve, with the first carrying an amendment.

• Forwarded ORD. 2022-054 (Aging and Disabilities Advisory Board membership) to Council with recommendation to approve with amendment
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-186 (relocate polling place for Precinct 215) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-187 (relocate polling place for Precinct 410) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-188 (relocate central absentee voter election district polling place) to Council with recommendation to approve

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee will review several ordinances and resolutions regarding city easements, street honorations, and land use amendments. Key items include accepting a large donation of services for an equine facility and supporting federal traffic safety grants. A presentation on the Shared Mobility Device Program is also scheduled.

• Accepting a ~$3,728,327 donation of services for an equine facility at 601 North 39th Street
• Supporting participation in the US DOT Safe Streets and Roads For All Grant Program
• Amending Riverview Cemetery rules to allow burial of indigent veterans from all wars
• Granting an electrical service easement at 1 Browns Island
• Designating street blocks in honor of Charles Jones, Jr., Charles Jones, III, and Cora Jean Dickerson

The Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee forwarded several items to the June 27, 2022 Council meeting, including a non-exclusive easement for underground electrical conduits at 1 Browns Island and acceptance of a $3,728,327 donation from Friends of the Richmond Mounted Squad for a new equine facility. The committee also forwarded a resolution supporting the Safe Streets and Roads For All grant program, street honorific designations, and a quitclaim easement vacation, all with recommendations to approve. One ordinance regarding Riverview Cemetery was continued to the July 19, 2022 meeting, and a Master Plan amendment resolution was forwarded with no recommendation.

• Forwarded ORD. 2022-166 (Browns Island easement) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-167 ($3,728,327 equine facility donation) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-181 (quitclaim easement at 2021 Roane Street) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-182 (honorific for 1100 block Randolph Street) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-183 (honorific for 1700 block Blair Street) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded RES. 2022-R041 (SS4A grant support) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded RES. 2022-R042 (Colonial Place Alley naming) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Continued ORD. 2022-184 (Riverview Cemetery) to July 19, 2022 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a resolution to amend the Richmond 300 Master Plan. The agenda also includes several applications for special use authorizations and a request to continue a rezoning for 500 Maury Street.

• Amend Highland Park School ordinance to reduce resident age requirement from 60 to 55
• Mixed-use building with up to 43 units at 1203 East Brookland Park Boulevard
• Special use for four single-family detached dwellings at 3216 3rd Avenue
• Day nursery for up to 12 children at 2312 Summer Hill Avenue
• Acceptance of a quitclaim deed for 4929 Chamberlayne Avenue

The Richmond Planning Commission approved the consent agenda as amended, recommending several special use permits and a quitclaim deed to City Council. Item 5 (909 North 29th Street) was continued to July 18, 2022, after public opposition. The commission also approved a resolution allowing virtual participation for members and continued the 500 Maury Street rezoning to July 18.

• Approved consent agenda as amended (6-0)
• Continued Item 5 (909 North 29th Street) to July 18, 2022 (5-1)
• Approved resolution for virtual member participation (unanimous)
• Continued 500 Maury Street rezoning to July 18, 2022 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 3216 3rd Avenue special use (consent)
• Recommended approval of Highland Park School age reduction (consent)
• Recommended approval of 1203 East Brookland Park Boulevard mixed-use (consent)
• Recommended approval of 3001 Commerce Road lighting with amendment (consent)

Planning Commission

This special meeting consists of a bus tour of various project sites throughout the city. Commissioners will visit several locations to view recent and under construction developments.

• Port City (800 Richmond Highway)
• Model Tobacco Building (1100 Richmond Highway)
• Southside Community Center Skatepark (6255 Old Warwick Road)
• Belle Heights (2100 Semmes Avenue)
• Fulton Bottom Memorial and Artisan Hill

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee will consider a five-year strategic plan for equitable economic development in Richmond. Members will also review an agreement for the Commercial Area Revitalization Effort Program and updates to city contracting codes. Additionally, the committee will discuss the fiscal year 2023 budget process.

• Strategic plan for equitable economic development (FY 2021-2026)
• Twenty-Fifth Commercial Area Revitalization Effort Program agreement
• Amendments to City Code regarding construction bid bonds and professional services
• Work Plan and Budget for Downtown Richmond Special Service and Assessment Districts
• Presentation on procurement bonds

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee forwarded four items to the June 27, 2022 Council meeting with a recommendation to approve. These include the City's strategic plan for equitable economic development, a CARE Program cooperation agreement, amendments to city code on bid bonds and professional services, and the Downtown Richmond Special Service and Assessment Districts work plan and budget. No final decisions were made; all actions are recommendations to the full Council.

• Forwarded strategic plan for equitable economic development (Res. 2022-R032) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded CARE Program cooperation agreement (Ord. 2022-178) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded city code amendments on bid bonds and professional services (Ord. 2022-179) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded Downtown Richmond Special Service and Assessment Districts work plan and budget (Ord. 2022-180) to Council with recommendation to approve

City Council

The Richmond City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding property rezoning and special use permits. The agenda also includes reallocating over $1 million in unspent building code fees to the Department of Planning and Development Review.

• Reallocate $1,173,840.00 in unspent building code fees to the Department of Planning and Development Review
• Accept $30,000.00 from the National League of Cities Institute for minority business development
• Rezone 600 Decatur Street from B-7 Mixed-Use Business to B-4 Central Business District
• Authorize special use at 2516 East Leigh Street for age-restricted multifamily housing
• Modify contract with Manchester Marketing, Inc. for towing services

The Richmond City Council adopted several ordinances, including special use permits for housing developments, rezoning of two properties, and budget adjustments. It also approved a firearm buyback program and a resolution prioritizing combined sewer projects. Several items were continued to future meetings.

• Adopted special use permit for 2417 Stuart Avenue (accessory dwelling unit)
• Rezoned 600 Decatur Street from B-7 to B-4
• Rezoned 1200 Dinwiddie Avenue from M-1 to B-7
• Adopted special use permit for 2516 East Leigh Street (age-restricted multifamily and single-family attached dwellings)
• Adopted $1,173,840 re-appropriation for building code fees
• Adopted $30,000 grant from National League of Cities Institute
• Adopted firearm buyback program with The Robby Poblete Foundation
• Adopted resolution supporting combined sewer system projects by 2035

Informal Meeting

This informal meeting includes a docket review and the referral of service delivery issues to City Administration. No other discussion items were listed on the agenda.

• Referral of Service Delivery Issues to City Administration
• Docket Review

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The June 9, 2022, Education and Human Services Standing Committee meeting was cancelled. The agenda included a proposed Family Lifeline Grant Contract and approval of May 12 minutes.

• Family Lifeline Grant Contract to expand family support services
• Approval of May 12, 2022, meeting minutes

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The committee will review a fiscal and efficiency study by The Robert Bobb Group, LLC. It will also consider an ordinance to conduct the November 5, 2024, election via ranked choice voting.

• Review of Fiscal and Efficiency Study by The Robert Bobb Group, LLC
• Ordinance 2022-119 regarding ranked choice voting for the November 5, 2024 election
• Approval of May 2, 2022 meeting minutes

The Organizational Development Standing Committee considered Ordinance 2022-119, which would determine that the November 5, 2024 Council election be conducted by ranked choice voting under Va. Code § 24.2-673.1(B). The ordinance was continued to the July 5, 2022 committee meeting, with no final decision made.

• Continued ORD. 2022-119 (ranked choice voting) to July 5, 2022 meeting

Planning Commission

The Richmond Planning Commission is considering several zoning changes and special use permits, including developments on East Leigh Street and Broad Rock Boulevard. Some items, such as the mixed-use project on East Brookland Park Boulevard, were requested to be continued to future meetings. The commission will also review a budget amendment for the Heritage Center / Lumpkin’s Jail project.

• Rezoning of 600 Decatur Street from B-7 to B-4
• Rezoning of 1200 Dinwiddie Avenue from M-1 to B-7
• Special use for age-restricted multifamily housing at 2516 East Leigh Street
• Budget amendment for the Heritage Center / Lumpkin’s Jail project memorialization
• Commercial building development on Broad Rock Boulevard

The Richmond Planning Commission approved the consent agenda as amended, recommending several ordinances to City Council, including a special use permit for 2516 East Leigh Street and a rezoning for 600 Decatur Street. One item, 3216 3rd Avenue, was continued to the next meeting. The commission also recommended approval for a commercial building at Broad Rock Boulevard with specific conditions.

• Approved consent agenda as amended (8-0)
• Recommended approval for special use at 3336 Cutshaw Avenue (as amended)
• Recommended approval for rezoning at 600 Decatur Street
• Recommended approval for rezoning at 1200 Dinwiddie Avenue
• Recommended approval for special use at 2516 East Leigh Street
• Continued special use at 3216 3rd Avenue to June 21, 2022
• Recommended approval for Capital Improvement amendment for Lumpkin's Jail project
• Approved subdivision exception for 4508 Grove Avenue

City Council

The Richmond City Council is reviewing legislation to authorize a gun buyback program and an associated grant contract. The council will also consider proposed amendments to the general fund and internal service fund budgets. Additionally, resolutions for district mailer expenditures are up for approval.

• Authorization of a gun buyback program and related grant contract
• Amendments to the general fund and internal service fund budgets
• $2,397.50 expenditure for First District informational mailers via BBR Print, Inc.
• $3,655.00 expenditure for Second District informational mailers via BBR Print, Inc.

The City Council adopted two resolutions approving expenditures from Council District Funds for informational mailers: $2,397.50 for the First District and $3,655.00 for the Second District, both paid to BBR Print, Inc. (Bamboo Ink). The council also introduced two ordinances for future consideration: a budget amendment increasing real estate tax revenues and appropriations, and a firearm buyback program with The Robby Poblete Foundation. Public hearings on these ordinances are scheduled for June 13, 2022.

• Approved $2,397.50 expenditure for First District mailer (adopted)
• Approved $3,655.00 expenditure for Second District mailer (adopted)
• Introduced budget amendment ordinance 2022-168 (public hearing June 13)
• Introduced firearm buyback ordinance 2022-169 (public hearing June 13)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is considering multiple applications for special exceptions across various districts. These requests include permits for new single-family dwellings, home additions, and porch enclosures. Some applications also seek lot splits that do not meet standard area or width requirements.

• Special exception for a lot split and new dwelling at 1505 North 19th Street
• Special exception for a home addition at 900 North 36th Street
• Special exception to enclose porches at 609 Mayfair Avenue
• Special exception for a lot split and new dwelling at 219 East 35th Street
• Special exceptions for new dwellings at 2404 and 2406 Bells Road

City Council

The Richmond City Council is meeting to consider budget amendments for the Fifth, Seventh, and Eighth Districts. The agenda also includes a grant for WIC-eligible families facing infant formula shortages and an extension for certain property tax deadlines.

• Grant contract with Urban Baby Beginnings for relief services to WIC-eligible families
• Extension of tangible personal property tax due date from June 6 to August 5, 2022
• $4,409 in First District funds for Richmond Public Schools programs and equipment
• Master Plan amendment regarding priority investment neighborhoods including Creighton Court and Fairfield Court

The Richmond City Council held a special meeting and adopted all items on the agenda. It approved amendments to the FY2021-2022 General Fund Budget for district funds in the Fifth, Seventh, and Eighth Districts, authorized a grant contract with Urban Baby Beginnings for infant formula relief, and extended the tangible personal property tax due date to August 5, 2022. It also adopted resolutions to amend the Master Plan for public housing neighborhoods and to approve district fund grants for schools.

• Adopted ORD. 2022-150 amending Fifth District funds allocation
• Adopted ORD. 2022-151 amending Seventh District funds allocation
• Adopted ORD. 2022-152 amending Eighth District funds allocation
• Adopted ORD. 2022-154 authorizing grant contract with Urban Baby Beginnings for infant formula relief
• Adopted ORD. 2022-156 extending tangible personal property tax due date to Aug. 5, 2022
• Adopted RES. 2022-R035 directing Master Plan amendment for public housing neighborhoods
• Adopted RES. 2022-R036 approving $4,409 in district fund grants for schools

Public Art Commission

The Richmond Public Art Commission meeting includes discussions regarding the CY22 PAC Work Plan Priority Projects and priorities. The agenda also contains standard procedural items such as roll call and approval of minutes.

• CY22 PAC Work Plan Priority ProjectsPAC 2022 - 639
• CY22 Work Plan Priorities

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will consider ordinances to create a Civilian Review Board and modify the membership of the Aging and Disabilities Advisory Board. Members will also discuss prioritizing funding for sewer system projects to improve James River water quality.

• Ordinance 2022-091: Establishing a Civilian Review Board
• Ordinance 2022-054: Modifying membership composition of the Aging and Disabilities Advisory Board
• Resolution 2022-R025: Prioritizing funding for combined sewer system projects by July 1, 2035
• Presentation on controlling Richmond's combined sewer overflows

The Governmental Operations Standing Committee continued two ordinances to future meetings and forwarded a resolution to the full Council. The resolution supports prioritizing appropriations for combined sewer system projects by July 1, 2035, to improve James River water quality. No final votes were taken on the continued items.

• Continued ORD. 2022-054 (Aging and Disabilities Advisory Board membership) to June 22, 2022 meeting
• Continued ORD. 2022-091 (Civilian Review Board establishment) to July 27, 2022 meeting
• Forwarded RES. 2022-R025 (sewer system funding priority) to June 13, 2022 Council meeting with recommendation to approve

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission is reviewing several applications for new construction and property modifications. These include a new multi-family development, residential additions, and a demolition request.

• New 10-unit, 3-story multi-family building at 815-821 Mosby Street
• Demolition of a single-family dwelling at 529 Mosby Street
• Retaining four illuminated wall signs at 1500 N. Lombardy
• New two-story detached dwelling at 713 N. 24th Street
• New rooftop addition at 106 Shockoe Slip

The Commission of Architectural Review approved several certificates of appropriateness for renovations and new construction, including a rooftop addition at 106 Shockoe Slip and a new multi-family building at 815-821 Mosby Street. It struck a sign retention application for 1500 N. Lombardy from the agenda, citing a prior denial. One item, 529 Mosby Street, was continued to the June meeting.

• Approved 3317 Monument Avenue fence/wall replacement (8-0)
• Approved 2618 E. Clay Street rear porch construction (8-0)
• Approved 1606 W. Grace Street rear porch and brick wall (8-0)
• Approved 106 Shockoe Slip rooftop addition (8-0)
• Struck 1500 N. Lombardy sign retention from agenda (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved 611 N. 26th Street rear addition and garage (8-0)
• Approved 815-821 Mosby Street 10-unit building (8-0)
• Approved 2317 M Street dwelling rehabilitation (8-0)

City Council

The Richmond City Council is reviewing several items on its consent agenda, including zoning changes and budget amendments. These items include a fund transfer to support a trauma response network and the acceptance of state funds for stormwater projects.

• Transfer of $366,102 to create a line item for the Richmond Behavioral Health Foundation
• Special use permits for residential dwellings at 1308 North 26th Street and 300 West Leigh Street
• Acceptance of $23,153 from Virginia Resources Authority for stormwater planning
• Amendments to the community garden ordinance regarding parcel designation and permit processes
• Lease renewal for 45 parking spaces at 501 North 7th Street with the U.S. Government

The Richmond City Council adopted 20 ordinances and resolutions, including redistricting boundary changes, several special-use permits, and budget amendments. Key actions included approving the 'Path to Equity' transportation plan, authorizing a $3.5M equipment note, and transferring $366,102 for a trauma response network. Several items were continued to future meetings, and new ordinances were introduced for public hearings.

• Adopted redistricting ordinance changing Council and School Board district boundaries (2022-132)
• Adopted 'Path to Equity' multimodal transportation plan (2022-R027)
• Approved $3.5M general obligation equipment notes (2022-131)
• Transferred $366,102 to Richmond Behavioral Health Foundation for trauma network (2022-135)
• Declared 601 East Leigh Street surplus for redevelopment (2022-140)
• Adopted special use permits for 1308 N. 26th St. and 300 W. Leigh St. (2022-125, 2022-126)
• Continued collective bargaining ordinances to June 27 (2021-345, 2021-346)
• Introduced rezoning of 500 Maury Street to TOD-1 for June 27 hearing (2022-159)

Informal Meeting

The agenda includes a docket review and the referral of service delivery issues to City Administration. No other discussion items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Referral of service delivery issues to City Administration

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee will consider several ordinances and a resolution. Items include changes to the format of the city budget and rules for selling city-owned property. The committee will also review grant agreements and a redevelopment agreement for 601 East Leigh Street.

• Lease renewal for 45 parking spaces at 501 North 7th Street
• $23,153 grant for a planning and capacity building project
• $19,394 grant for levy surveying and engineering review
• Redevelopment agreement for 601 East Leigh Street
• Amend City Code § 12-12 regarding budget information requirements

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee forwarded several items to the May 23, 2022 Council meeting with recommendations to approve, including a Coliseum Parcel Redevelopment Cooperation Agreement for the property at 601 East Leigh Street. Two budget-related items (ORD. 2022-013 and RES. 2022-R004) were continued to the June 16, 2022 meeting. No items were denied or tabled beyond the continuations.

• Forwarded ORD. 2022-129 (lease amendment for 45 parking spaces at 501 North 7th St) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-130 (amendments to City Code on property sale deposits and submission fees) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-142 (grant up to $23,153 for planning/capacity building) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-143 (grant up to $19,394 for levy surveying) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-144 (Coliseum Parcel Redevelopment Cooperation Agreement for 601 East Leigh St) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Continued ORD. 2022-013 (budget form amendment) to June 16, 2022 meeting
• Continued RES. 2022-R004 (annual budget form) to June 16, 2022 meeting

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee will consider updates to city code regarding community garden regulations and the adoption of a new strategic transportation plan. Members will also review a resolution supporting an economically mixed project at 711 Dawn Street.

• Ordinance 2022-128: Updates to community garden permits and regulations
• Resolution 2022-R027: Adoption of the 'Path to Equity' transportation plan
• Resolution 2022-R028: Support for a project at 711 Dawn Street
• Approval of April 19, 2022 meeting minutes

The Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee forwarded three items to the May 23, 2022 Council meeting with a recommendation to approve: an ordinance amending community garden regulations, a resolution adopting a strategic multimodal transportation plan, and a resolution supporting a mixed-income project at 711 Dawn Street. No final decisions were made; all actions are recommendations to the full Council.

• Forwarded ORD. 2022-128 (community garden amendments) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded RES. 2022-R027 (Richmond Connects transportation plan) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded RES. 2022-R028 (711 Dawn Street mixed-income project) to Council with recommendation to approve

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use requests, including special uses for residential dwellings and a self-storage facility. The agenda also includes an amendment to the Richmond 300 Master Plan regarding priority growth nodes. Additionally, the commission will consider declaring city-owned property at 601 East Leigh Street as surplus.

• Conveyance of 7.36 acres at 601 East Leigh Street to the Economic Development Authority
• Amendment to Richmond 300 Master Plan for priority growth nodes
• Special use authorization for dwellings at 1308 North 26th Street
• Self-storage facility amendment at 2100 Sheila Lane
• Easement and right-of-way dedication for Manchester Road

The Planning Commission unanimously adopted a resolution amending the Richmond 300 Master Plan to designate seven public housing communities (Creighton Court, Fairfield Court, Gilpin Court, Hillside Court, Mosby Court North, Mosby Court South, and Whitcomb Court) as priority growth nodes on the Future Land Use Map. The Commission also recommended approval of several special use permits and a surplus property conveyance, and continued two items to the June 21 meeting.

• Adopted Richmond 300 amendment adding 7 public housing sites as priority growth nodes (7-0)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for two single-family attached dwellings at 1308 N. 26th St.
• Recommended approval of special use permit for two-family attached dwelling at 300 W. Leigh St.
• Recommended approval of amended special use permit for accessory dwelling unit at 2417 Stuart Ave.
• Recommended approval of easement and right-of-way dedication at Manchester Road
• Approved final community unit plan amendment for self-storage facility at 2100 Sheila Ln.
• Approved conceptual review of Belle Isle interpretive signage
• Approved final review of Southside Community Center addition and site improvements

City Council

The meeting includes routine board appointments and the approval of previous meeting minutes. Several ordinances regarding zoning, speed tables, and collective bargaining are scheduled for continued discussion at future dates.

• Modification of the Aging and Disabilities Advisory Board membership
• Proposed special use for 6 West 21st Street and 20 West 21st Street
• Installation of speed tables on Moss Side Avenue
• Ordinances regarding collective bargaining for certain City employees
• Establishment of a Civilian Review Board

The Richmond City Council adopted the FY2022-2023 General Fund, school, capital, and utility budgets, along with a 5% pay raise for eligible employees and an increase in the minimum city employee wage from $13.00 to $17.00 per hour. The council also approved several special use permits, including for a community center at 6 and 20 West 21st Street, and authorized the donation of the General A.P. Hill monument to The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia. Multiple items were continued to future meetings, including collective bargaining ordinances and a ranked-choice voting measure.

• Adopted FY2022-2023 General Fund Budget (As Amended)
• Adopted FY2022-2023 School Budget (As Amended)
• Adopted FY2022-2023 Capital Budget and CIP program
• Adopted Pay Plan amendment with 5% raise and $17/hr minimum wage
• Adopted utility fee increases for gas, water, wastewater, and stormwater
• Authorized $65.1M public utility revenue bonds and $60M general obligation bonds
• Adopted special use permit for community center at 6 & 20 W 21st St
• Donated A.P. Hill monument to Black History Museum and Cultural Center

Informal Meeting

The City of Richmond will hold an informal meeting to discuss service delivery issues and receive a presentation on the Diamond District. The update is presented by Maritza Pechin, Planning and Development Review Deputy Director.

• Diamond District Update presentation (CD.2022.202)
• Referral of service delivery issues to City Administration

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee is reviewing several development proposals regarding location, character, and extent. This includes the Costar Campus pedestrian plaza at 600 Tredegar Street and renovations to the Richmond Public Library - Downtown Branch. The committee will also consider Southside Community Center improvements and Belle Isle signage.

• Final review of Costar Campus pedestrian plaza, 600 Tredegar Street
• Review of Southside Community Center addition, 6255 Old Warwick Rd.
• Conceptual review of bridge replacement on E. Broad Street
• Conceptual review of Belle Isle interpretive signage
• Conceptual review of Richmond Public Library - Downtown Branch renovations

The Urban Design Committee approved three Location, Character and Extent items (UDC 2022-09, 2022-07, 2022-10) with conditions or as recommended, deferred UDC 2022-06 for 30 days pending a subcommittee, and continued UDC 2022-08 back to the committee for a July 7, 2022 return. All votes were unanimous except UDC 2022-10, which had one abstention.

• Approved UDC 2022-09 with conditions, adding a trash receptacle at corner and reconsidering bark elm trees, but without staff's pedestrian access recommendation (9-0)
• Approved UDC 2022-07 Location, Character and Extent item (9-0)
• Deferred UDC 2022-06 for 30 days pending subcommittee consideration (vote not recorded)
• Approved UDC 2022-10 Location, Character and Extent item (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Continued UDC 2022-08, referred back to committee, due 7/7/2022 (9-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is considering several requests for building permits and lot splits. These applications involve variances for setbacks and special exceptions regarding lot area and width requirements. The board will also address re-establishing warehouse use rights at 2102 Bainbridge Street.

• Variance for a new single-family home at 2607 Q Street
• Lot split and new dwelling at 3319 Maryland Avenue
• Lot split and two dwellings at 3006 & 3008 Lawson Street
• Re-establishing warehouse use rights at 2102 Bainbridge Street

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The committee will consider two ordinances to amend the City Code regarding collective bargaining with certain city employees. The agenda also includes updates on redistricting and a report on board vacancies.

• Ordinance 2021-345: Collective bargaining for certain City employees
• Ordinance 2021-346: Collective bargaining for certain City employees
• Redistricting next steps report
• Lobbyist RFP process update
• May Board Vacancy Report

The Organizational Development Standing Committee forwarded two collective bargaining ordinances (ORD. 2021-345 and ORD. 2021-346) to the May 9, 2022 Council meeting with no recommendation. No substantive decisions were made; the committee took no action on the ordinances.

• Forwarded ORD. 2021-345 to Council with no recommendation
• Forwarded ORD. 2021-346 to Council with no recommendation

Planning Commission

The Richmond Planning Commission will review amendments to the Master Plan regarding priority growth nodes for several residential courts. The meeting also includes updates on the Jackson Ward Community Small Area Plan and the Reconnect Jackson Ward Study.

• Master Plan amendment for Creighton, Fairfield, Gilpin, Hillside, Mosby, and Whitcomb Courts
• Special use application for an outdoor dining area at 5811 Grove Avenue
• Closing of public right-of-way on West Marshall Street (approx. 1.4 square feet)
• Art installation proposals for Broad Rock, Alice Fitz, and Charles S. Gilpin Community Gardens
• Update on the Jackson Ward Community Small Area Plan

The Richmond Planning Commission continued two special use ordinances (3336 Cutshaw Avenue and 2100-2124 Broad Rock Boulevard) to the June 6, 2022 meeting. The consent agenda was adopted, recommending approval of several ordinances and approvals. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Continued ORD. 2022-122 (3336 Cutshaw Ave special use) to June 6, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued ORD. 2022-121 (2100-2124 Broad Rock Blvd special use) to June 6, 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda (6-0, 1 excused)
• Recommended approval of ORD. 2022-120 (1111 N 32nd St special use amendment)
• Recommended approval of ORD. 2022-123 (5811 Grove Ave outdoor dining)
• Recommended approval of ORD. 2022-124 (right-of-way closure on W Marshall St)
• Approved PAC2022-599, PAC2022-600, PAC2022-601 (Section 17.05 reviews)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to adopt several ordinances for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. This includes adopting the General Fund, school, and utility budgets. The council will also consider amendments to the city's pay plan and various utility fee adjustments.

• Adoption of the FY 2022-2023 General Fund Budget (Ord. 2022-055)
• Pay Plan amendments, including increasing the minimum hourly rate from $13.00 to $17.00 (Ord. 2022-069)
• Authorization of up to $65,115,842 in public utility revenue bonds (Ord. 2022-079)
• Amendments to fees for gas, water, wastewater, and stormwater services
• Adoption of the FY 2022-2023 school budget (Ord. 2022-058)

At the May 2, 2022 special meeting, the Richmond City Council took no final votes on any of the 28 ordinances on the agenda. All items, including the General Fund, Special Fund, Capital Improvement, and school budgets, as well as various fee and bond ordinances, were continued to the next special meeting on Monday, May 9, 2022. Two ordinances (2022-055 and 2022-058) were amended before being continued. A separate ordinance (2022-131) authorizing $3.5 million in equipment notes was introduced and scheduled for a public hearing on May 23, 2022.

• Amended and continued General Fund Budget (ORD 2022-055) to May 9
• Amended and continued School Budget (ORD 2022-058) to May 9
• Continued Special Fund Budget (ORD 2022-056) to May 9
• Continued Capital Improvement Budget (ORD 2022-057) to May 9
• Continued all utility and fee ordinances (ORD 2022-059 through 2022-079) to May 9
• Continued bond ordinances (ORD 2022-080, 2022-081, 2022-082) to May 9
• Introduced equipment notes ordinance (ORD 2022-131) for public hearing May 23

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will consider art proposals for the Broad Rock, Alice Fitz, and Charles S. Gilpin community gardens. A tentative item regarding Fire Station #12 is also on the agenda.

• Proposal for Broad Rock Community Garden (PAC2022-599)
• Proposal for Alice Fitz Community Garden (PAC2022-600)
• Proposal for Charles S. Gilpin Community Garden (PAC2022-601)
• Tentative item regarding Fire Station #12

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Richmond Governmental Operations Standing Committee on April 27, 2022, was cancelled. The agenda included proposals for a Civilian Review Board and ranked choice voting.

• Ordinance 2022-091 to establish a Civilian Review Board
• Ordinance 2022-119 regarding ranked choice voting for the 2024 election
• Ordinance 2022-054 regarding Aging and Disabilities Advisory Board membership
• Resolution 2022-R025 regarding James River water quality projects

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will consider several applications for new buildings and property modifications. Proposals include the construction of a duplex on N. 32nd Street and a multi-family building on W. Leigh Street. The agenda also includes reviews for exterior renovations, such as roof replacements and porch modifications.

• New 2-story duplex with a roof-top deck at 313 N. 32nd Street
• New 3-story multi-family building at 2 W. Leigh Street
• Exterior rehabilitation of a multi-family building at 501 N. Allen Avenue
• New single-family dwelling and garage at 601-603 W. 19th Street
• Replacement of slate roof with faux slate at 1634 W. Grace

City Council

The Richmond City Council is conducting its third budget amendment work session. The council will discuss General Fund budget amendment scenarios and proposed amendments to the FY23 Capital Improvement Program (CIP).

• General Fund budget amendment scenarios
• FY23 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) proposed amendments
• Final City Council capital amendments

City Council

The Richmond City Council is reviewing several ordinances, including zoning changes and budget amendments. Key items include allocating ARPA funds for housing construction and adjusting the gas utility budget due to rising commodity prices. The council will also consider special use permits and various community grants.

• Rezoning 3329 and 3425 Hopkins Road to R-6 residential district
• Allocating ARPA funds for single-family and multifamily housing construction
• Increasing the gas utility budget by $65,000,000 due to natural gas prices
• Accepting $500,000 for a lead service line replacement program
• Transferring $82,800 to the Youth Gun Violence Prevention Program

The Richmond City Council adopted several ordinances, including conditional rezoning of properties on Hopkins Road, special use permits for a community center, wildlife rehabilitation facility, and two dwellings, and the abolition of the Slave Trail Commission. It also approved ARPA funding for housing, a $65M gas utility budget increase, and various development agreements. The FY2023 budget and related items were continued to a special meeting on May 2.

• Adopted conditional rezoning at 3329 and 3425 Hopkins Road to R-6
• Adopted special use permits for 6 & 20 West 21st St, 1514 N 22nd St, and 908 W 31st St
• Abolished the Slave Trail Commission
• Authorized ARPA funds for housing construction and preservation
• Approved $65M increase to gas utility budget for commodity costs
• Adopted $500K lead service line replacement funding from Virginia Resources Authority
• Approved development incentives for Aditxt, Alacer Corp, and CarLotz Group
• Adopted resolution to establish Department of Mobility and Multimodal Transportation

Informal Meeting

This informal meeting includes a docket review and the referral of service delivery issues to City Administration. No other discussion items are scheduled for this session.

• Referral of service delivery issues to City Administration
• Docket review

City Council

The Richmond City Council is conducting a work session to discuss various budget amendments. The session includes discussions regarding the FY23 General Fund budget amendment scenario and final capital amendments.

• FY23 General Fund budget amendment scenario discussion
• Final City Council capital amendments
• Review of council amendment responses

City Council

The scheduled Council Budget Amendment Work Session for April 22, 2022, has been cancelled. The remaining agenda items consist of procedural boilerplate.

• Cancellation of the Council Budget Amendment Work Session

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee will consider performance agreements to provide incentives for Aditxt, Inc., Alacer Corp., and CarLotz Group, Inc. to operate in Richmond. Discussions also include amendments to the city budget submission process and setting personal property tax relief rates for vehicles. A quarterly report on American Rescue Plan Act expenditures will also be presented.

• Façade Improvement Program agreement for the Arts and Cultural District
• Performance Agreement with Adistxt, Inc. for a clinical laboratory and research facility
• Performance Agreement with Alacer Corp. at 1211 Sherwood Avenue
• Performance Agreement with CarLotz Group, Inc. at 1501 Roseneath Road
• Personal property tax relief rate for qualifying vehicles for the 2022 tax year

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee forwarded six items to the April 25, 2022 Council meeting with recommendation to approve, including a façade improvement agreement, three development incentive agreements, and a personal property tax relief rate resolution. Two budget-related ordinances (2022-013 and 2022-R004) were continued to the May 19, 2022 meeting. No items were denied or tabled.

• Forwarded ORD. 2022-106 (Façade Improvement Program Agreement) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-116 (Aditxt, Inc. incentive agreement) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-117 (Alacer Corp. incentive agreement) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-118 (CarLotz Group, Inc. incentive agreement) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded RES. 2022-R024 (personal property tax relief rate) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Continued ORD. 2022-013 (budget form amendment) to May 19, 2022 meeting
• Continued RES. 2022-R004 (annual budget form) to May 19, 2022 meeting

City Council

The scheduled Council Budget Amendment Work Session for April 20, 2022, has been cancelled. The remaining agenda items consist of standard procedural procedures.

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing items related to housing, infrastructure, and city commissions. Proposals include using ARPA funds for residential construction and designating a new revitalization area. The meeting also features a presentation on RVAgreen 2050.

• Authorizing ARPA funds for single-family and multifamily housing construction
• Designating 7000 West Carnation Street as a revitalization area
• Installing speed tables on Moss Side Avenue
• Abolishing the Slave Trail Commission
• Allowing Verizon Wireless equipment at Broad Rock Park

City Council

The City Council will hold a budget work session focused on the Richmond Ambulance Authority. The discussion includes perspectives from the RAA CEO and Chief Administrative Officer, as well as historical context and next steps.

• Review of Richmond Ambulance Authority FY23 Budget
• Discussion of Council Letter Subsidy Request
• Presentation of CAO recommendations regarding RAA

Planning Commission

The commission will consider special use permits for a wildlife facility and residential dwellings. It will also review land acquisitions for Hull Street Road improvements and a budget transfer for high school planning.

• Special use permit for wildlife rehabilitation at 1514 North 22nd Street
• Special use permit for two single-family dwellings at 908 West 31st Street
• Land acquisition for Hull Street Road transportation and drainage improvements
• $7,310,391.00 fund transfer for George Wythe High School planning and design
• Special use permit for a community center and office at 6 and 20 West 21st Street

The Richmond Planning Commission approved the consent agenda, recommending six ordinances to City Council, including a wildlife rehabilitation facility at 1514 North 22nd Street, two single-family dwellings at 908 West 31st Street, and a $7.31 million fund transfer for George Wythe High School planning. The commission also recommended approval of a special use permit for a community center at 6 and 20 West 21st Street with amendments limiting hours, employees, and special events. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved consent agenda recommending 6 ordinances to City Council (7-0)
• Recommended approval of wildlife rehabilitation facility at 1514 North 22nd Street (7-0)
• Recommended approval of two single-family dwellings at 908 West 31st Street (7-0)
• Recommended approval of $7,310,391 transfer for George Wythe High School planning (7-0)
• Recommended approval of community center at 6 & 20 West 21st Street with amendments (7-0)
• Approved April 4, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The Richmond City Council is conducting a work session to discuss fiscal year 2023 budget amendments. The session includes discussions regarding capital amendments and operating amendment compilations.

• Budget Amendment CD.2022.175
• Capital Amendments FY23
• Copy of FY23 GF Budget Amendment Scenario
• FY23 Operating Amendments Compilation (004)

City Council

This special meeting of the Richmond City Council includes an expedited consideration of a resolution regarding the Directors of the Greater Richmond Transit Company. The agenda also covers standard procedures like call to order and citizen speaker guidelines.

• Resolution CD.2022.172 regarding the Directors of the Greater Richmond Transit Company

The City Council adopted Resolution 2022-R026, removing George P. Braxton and appointing J. E. Lincoln Saunders as a director of the Greater Richmond Transit Company, effective April 19, 2022. The appointment is conditioned on amendments to GRTC's by-laws and expires at the 2022 annual shareholders meeting.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-R026 to replace George P. Braxton with J. E. Lincoln Saunders as GRTC director (unanimous, no vote tally recorded)

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The committee will receive presentations regarding a shelter closing action plan and an update from the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority. The agenda also includes a quarterly board vacancy report and approval of March 10, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Homeless Services Update and Shelter Closing Action Plan presentation
• Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority (RRHA) update
• Quarterly Board Vacancy Report
• Approval of March 10, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

This is the eighth budget work session for the Richmond City Council. The meeting includes a presentation regarding the Richmond Public Schools FY 2023 budget.

• Richmond Public Schools FY 2023 Budget Presentation

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission will review minutes from February and March 2022. The agenda includes discussions regarding administrative approval guidelines for sheds and fences on Monument Avenue, as well as substitute materials.

• Approval of February and March 2022 minutes
• Administrative approval guidelines for sheds
• Administrative approval guidelines for fences on Monument Avenue
• Discussion of substitute materials

City Council

The City Council is conducting a public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 General Fund Budget. The agenda includes proposals to reduce speed limits to 35 mph on several roads and various zoning changes. The council will also consider a $1,283,288 transfer for housing-related service grants.

• Reducing speed limits to 35 mph on several roads including Huguenot Road and Richmond Highway
• Public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 General Fund Budget
• Transfer of $1,283,288 for housing-related service grants
• Special use permit for up to six dwellings at 1204 and 1206 North 19th Street
• Public hearing on Proposed Redistricting Demonstration Map 2C

The City Council adopted an ordinance reducing speed limits to 35 mph on several major roads, including Huguenot Road, Richmond Highway, and others. It also approved several special use permits for residential and mixed-use developments, accepted a $50,000 state grant for fire training equipment, and transferred $1.28 million for housing-related services. Numerous budget and fee ordinances were continued to April 25, 2022.

• Adopted speed limit reduction to 35 mph on multiple roads (Ord. 2022-020)
• Approved special use for garden amenity at 1500 Westbrook Ave, 1600 Westbrook Ct, 1 Glebe Close Rd (Ord. 2022-092)
• Approved special use for up to 6 attached dwellings at 1204-1206 N 19th St (Ord. 2022-093)
• Approved special use for mixed-use building with up to 21 units at 933 W Grace St (Ord. 2022-095)
• Approved special use for two attached dwellings at 1403 1/2 Spotsylvania St (Ord. 2022-096)
• Accepted $50,000 from VA Dept of Fire Programs for breathing apparatus training aid (Ord. 2022-098)
• Transferred $1,283,288 for housing-related services grants (Ord. 2022-099)
• Continued conditional rezoning at 3329 & 3425 Hopkins Rd to April 25 (Ord. 2022-097)

Informal Meeting

The Richmond City Council will receive an update regarding homeless services and a shelter closing action plan. Sherrill Hampton, Director of Housing and Community Development, is scheduled to present this information.

• Homeless Services Update and Shelter Closing Action Plan (CD.2022.165)
• Referral of Service Delivery Issues to City Administration

City Council

The Richmond City Council is conducting its seventh budget work session. The Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities will present its proposed budget and scheduled improvements for fiscal year 2023.

• FY 2023 budget presentation for park improvements and programming

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Richmond Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to review several applications for special exceptions and variances. These requests include lot splits, new single-family dwellings, and building permits for structures like accessory buildings or porch enclosures. The board will also approve the February 2022 minutes.

• Conversion of 1003 Grove Avenue into a five-unit multifamily dwelling
• Lot split and new single-family home at 3113 West Grace Street
• Construction of two new single-family dwellings at 1712 North 21st Street
• Permit for an accessory structure at 2 Calycanthus Road
• Lot split and new single-family home at 1509 Nelson Street

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The Organizational Development Standing Committee will review the Richmond Police Department's investigatory and discipline process. The meeting also includes a quarterly report on American Rescue Plan Act expenditures.

• RPD Internal Affairs overview of the investigatory and discipline process
• Quarterly report of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) expenditures
• Council Chief of Staff update
• April Board Vacancy Report

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several special use and rezoning applications for residential and commercial developments. These include proposals for multi-family dwellings, a garden amenity area, and mixed-use space. One application for East Brookland Boulevard was requested to be continued until June 2022.

• Mixed-use building at 933 West Grace Street with up to 21 units and commercial space
• Rezoning of 3329 and 3425 Hopkins Road from R-4 to R-6
• Up to six single-family attached dwellings at 1204 and 1206 North 19th Street
• Two single-family attached dwellings at 1403 1/2 Spotsylvania Street
• Garden amenity area for properties on Westbrook Avenue, Westbrook Court, and Glebe Close Road

The Richmond Planning Commission approved the consent agenda, recommending four special-use permits and one conditional rezoning to City Council, and continued one ordinance to June 6. A mixed-use building at 933 West Grace Street was also recommended for approval. All votes were unanimous, with one abstention on the consent agenda.

• Approved consent agenda recommending special use at 1500 Westbrook Ave, 1600 Westbrook Ct, 1 Glebe Close Rd for garden amenity area (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda recommending special use at 1204 & 1206 N 19th St for up to six single-family attached dwellings (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda recommending special use at 1403 1/2 Spotsylvania St for two single-family attached dwellings (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda recommending conditional rezoning at 3329 & 3425 Hopkins Rd from R-4 to R-6 with amendment for emergency access to Ferapont Dr (7-0)
• Recommended approval of special use at 933 W Grace St for mixed-use building with up to 21 dwelling units and commercial space (unanimous)
• Continued Ord. 2022-094 for 1203 E Brookland Park Blvd to June 6, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is conducting a budget work session to review upcoming fiscal priorities. Presentations include an overview of the FY 2023–2027 Capital Improvement Plan, city building repairs, and public works infrastructure for transportation and drainage.

• Overview of the FY 2023–2027 Capital Improvement Plan
• Presentation on city building repairs and facilities
• Discussion regarding public works, transportation, and drainage infrastructure

City Council

The City Council is conducting its fifth budget work session. Presentations will cover Department of Planning and Development Review staffing for FY23 and FY 2023 fleet purchase options. No public comment is permitted during this meeting.

• FY23 Planning Department staffing and scheduled studies presentation
• FY 2023 fleet purchases and green fleet options presentation

This was a budget work session with presentations only; no formal votes or decisions were taken. Council heard from Planning and Development Review on staffing, permit software issues, and the Richmond 300 implementation, and from policy staff on FY23 fleet purchases and green fleet options. Councilmembers asked questions and requested follow-up data, but no action items were approved or denied.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was a budget work session with presentations only
• Council heard FY23 planning department staffing and scheduled studies presentation
• Council heard FY23 fleet purchases and green fleet options presentation
• Councilor Jordan requested long-term cost data on electric vehicle transition
• Councilor Nye recommended PDR update at Organizational Development Standing Committee

City Council

The City Council is considering several ordinances regarding residential zoning and multifamily housing expansions. The agenda also includes a grant contract for youth violence prevention and auditing services.

• Rezoning 6422 Forest Hill Avenue from R-2 to R-4 residential district
• Expansion of 'Beaufont Towers' at 400 Hioaks Road
• Auditing services contract with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP
• Gun Violence Prevention Fund Grant Contract with NextUp RVA
• Special use permit for multifamily housing at 417 Libbie Avenue

The Richmond City Council adopted numerous ordinances and resolutions, including rezoning, speed limit reductions, and various contracts and grants. A notable rejection was the ordinance to transfer $7.3 million for George Wythe High School planning and design. Several items were continued to future meetings, including the speed limit reduction and the Civilian Review Board ordinance.

• Adopted conditional rezoning at 6422 Forest Hill Avenue (R-2 to R-4)
• Adopted speed limit reduction on multiple roads to 35 mph (continued to Apr 11)
• Adopted Beaufont Towers expansion at 400 Hioaks Road
• Adopted $900,000 DOJ grant for Sheriff's reentry program
• Adopted $1.38M budget transfer for employee bonuses
• Rejected $7.31M transfer for George Wythe High School planning
• Adopted resolution supporting RAISE grant for Arthur Ashe bridge
• Adopted resolution approving $10M housing bonds for Swansboro Apartments

Informal Meeting

The Richmond City Council will discuss ordinances related to youth violence prevention and a health equity trust fund. The agenda also includes the referral of service delivery issues to City Administration.

• Ord. 2022-083: NextUp RVA Positive Youth Development and Youth Violence Prevention Coordinated Services Fund
• Ord. 2022-084: Health Equity Trust Fund
• Referral of service delivery issues to City Administration

City Council

This Budget Work Session #4 includes an analysis of the Mayor's Proposed Operating Budget by Council Staff. The session also features a review of the proposed FY 23 Compensation and Pay Plan for General, Police, and Fire (Sworn) personnel. No opportunities for public comment are provided for this meeting.

• Analysis of Mayor's Proposed Operating Budget
• Review of Proposed FY 23 Compensation and Pay Plan (General, Police, & Fire Sworn)

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will meet on March 24, 2022, to consider several agenda items. The meeting includes discussions regarding the proposed CIP Budget, Fire Station #12 finalists, and Broad Street initiatives.

• Proposed CIP Budget
• Fire Station #12 Finalists
• Broad Street Initiatives

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The Governmental Operations Standing Committee will review proposals to amend the City Code. These items include the establishment of a Civilian Review Board and changes to the membership composition of the Aging and Disabilities Advisory Board.

• Ordinance 2022-091: Establishing a Civilian Review Board
• Ordinance 2022-054: Modifying membership for the Aging and Disabilities Advisory Board
• Approval of February 23, 2022, meeting minutes

The committee unanimously approved the February 23, 2022 minutes and an agenda amendment to continue ORD. 2022-054 (Aging and Disabilities Advisory Board changes) to April 27, 2022. After a public hearing and discussion on ORD. 2022-091 (establishing a Civilian Review Board), the committee voted unanimously to continue that ordinance to the April 27, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved February 23, 2022 meeting minutes as presented
• Approved agenda amendment to continue ORD. 2022-054 to April 27, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued ORD. 2022-091 (Civilian Review Board) to April 27, 2022 (unanimous)

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee will review proposals to reduce speed limits to 35 mph on various roads, including Huguenot Road and Richmond Highway. Members will also discuss establishing a Department of Mobility and Multimodal Transportation and updating the City's Master Plan.

• Reduce speed limits to 35 mph on Huguenot Road, Richmond Highway, and Warwick Road
• Request budget amendments to establish a Department of Mobility and Multimodal Transportation
• Support federal funding for the Arthur Ashe Boulevard bridge replacement project
• Authorize lease amendments for properties at 2134 West Laburnum Avenue and 4100 Hull Street Road
• Designate several courts as priority growth nodes in the Master Plan

The Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee reviewed eight items on March 22, 2022. It forwarded a speed limit reduction ordinance (2022-020) to the March 28 Council meeting with no recommendation, and forwarded several lease amendments and other items with recommendations to approve. A resolution to establish a Department of Mobility and Multimodal Transportation was continued to the April 19 meeting.

• Forwarded speed limit reduction to 35 mph on multiple roads (ORD. 2022-020) to Council with no recommendation
• Forwarded resolution supporting RAISE grant application for Arthur Ashe Boulevard bridge replacement (RES. 2022-R020) with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded lease amendment for General Registrar office at 2134 West Laburnum Avenue (ORD. 2022-088) with no recommendation
• Forwarded lease amendment for 52,411 sq ft at 4100 Hull Street Road for Social Services (ORD. 2022-089) with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded lease to People Cycle, Inc. at 3011 Water Street (ORD. 2022-090) with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded consolidation of Board of Building Code Appeals divisions (ORD. 2022-053) with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded Master Plan amendment adding public housing sites as priority growth nodes (RES. 2022-R015) with recommendation to approve
• Continued resolution to create Department of Mobility and Multimodal Transportation (RES. 2021-R086) to April 19 meeting

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review is reviewing several construction and renovation proposals. These include new single-family residences, a multi-family building, and storefront rehabilitations.

• New 10-unit, 3-story multi-family building at 815-821 Mosby Street
• Two new attached 3-story single-family residences at 207 N. 31st Street
• Construction of a new 2-story duplex with rooftop deck at 313 N. 32nd Street
• Storefront rehabilitation and window alterations at 2430 Venable Street
• New 2-story detached house construction at 967 Pink Street

The Commission of Architectural Review approved the consent agenda as amended, including certificates of appropriateness for a shed at 3108 E Marshall, a new residence at 2906 E Franklin, demolition of a wall at 2317 M Street, storefront rehabilitation at 2430 Venable, and an iron fence at 1826 Monument. A request to reconstruct a retaining wall at 3203 Monument was approved as submitted. A new duplex at 313 N 32nd was deferred for more detail on the rear stair tower roof. A conceptual review was held for a 10-unit building at 815-821 Mosby, a rear garage at 3820 Hermitage, a house at 965 Pink, and a rear addition/garage at 611 N 26th.

• Approved January 2022 minutes (6-0, 3 excused)
• Approved consent agenda as amended (6-0, 3 excused)
• Approved shed at 3108 E Marshall (6-0, 3 excused)
• Approved new residence at 2906 E Franklin with conditions (6-0, 3 excused)
• Approved demolition of wall at 2317 M Street with conditions (6-0, 3 excused)
• Approved storefront rehab at 2430 Venable with conditions (6-0, 3 excused)
• Approved iron fence at 1826 Monument with conditions (6-0, 3 excused)
• Approved retaining wall reconstruction at 3203 Monument as submitted (6-0, 3 excused)

Public Safety Standing Committee

The Public Safety Standing Committee will review a proposal to amend the City Code to create a Civilian Review Board. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Richmond Police Department's Internal Affairs Review Process and the approval of February 2022 meeting minutes.

• Ordinance 2022-091: Establishing a Civilian Review Board
• Presentation on Richmond Police Department's Internal Affairs Review Process
• Approval of February 22, 2022, meeting minutes
• Public Safety Staff Report

The Public Safety Standing Committee forwarded Ordinance 2022-091, which would establish a Civilian Review Board, to the March 28, 2022 Council meeting with a recommendation to approve. The ordinance amends Chapter 2, Article V of the City Code by adding a new division (Sections 2-1202.1 through 2-1202.5). No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Forwarded Ordinance 2022-091 (Civilian Review Board) to Council with recommendation to approve

City Council

The Richmond City Council held a special meeting on March 22, 2022. The agenda included a discussion item concerning the New George Wythe High School. No other items were listed for this session.

• Discussion regarding New George Wythe High School

Planning Commission

The Richmond Planning Commission is considering several land use amendments and special use applications. These include proposals for multifamily housing expansions, changes to residential dwelling counts, and the acquisition of property for public greenspace.

• Expansion of 'Beaufont Towers' multifamily development at 400 Hioaks Road
• Acquisition of East 15th Street and Dinwiddie Avenue parcels for public greenspace
• Special use application for up to 26 dwelling units at 417 Libbie Avenue
• Amendment to increase single-family attached dwellings on Warwick Road to 73 units
• Closing of an 11,145 square foot alley near Bellemeade Road

The Richmond Planning Commission approved a resolution of intent to amend the Affordable Housing Dwelling Unit (Density Bonus) Program, recommended several zoning and special use ordinances to City Council, and continued one item. The commission also approved two highway marker removals and a consent agenda with multiple items.

• Approved resolution of intent to amend Affordable Housing Dwelling Unit Program (8-0)
• Recommended approval of Beaufont Towers expansion at 400 Hioaks Road (consent agenda)
• Recommended approval of alley closure near Bellemeade Road (consent agenda)
• Recommended approval of special use for 34 single-family attached and 3 two-family dwellings at 2525-2701 Belt Boulevard (consent agenda)
• Recommended approval of special use for 73 single-family attached dwellings at 5300 Rear Hull Street Road (consent agenda)
• Recommended approval of greenspace acquisition at 400 E 15th St, 426 E 15th St, and 1421 Dinwiddie Ave (consent agenda)
• Recommended approval of special use for multifamily dwelling at 5 N Colonial Ave (7-0, Addison absent)
• Recommended approval of special use for 26-unit multifamily at 417 Libbie Ave (7-0, Pinnock abstained, Gordon absent)

City Council

The Richmond City Council is conducting its third budget work session to analyze the Mayor's proposed FY23 operating budget. The meeting includes a briefing on debt capacity and affordability presented by city staff and Davenport & Company. No public comment is permitted during this session.

• Analysis of the Proposed FY23 Operating Budget (CD.2022.124)
• Debt Capacity and Affordability Briefing (CD.2022.122)

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee is considering an ordinance for auditing services with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP. The committee will also review a policy for annual budget priority recommendations and a resolution regarding casino revenue allocation to school funds. Presentations on credit ratings and ethics training are also scheduled.

• Contract with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP for auditing services
• Policy for Council budget recommendations to the Mayor by Oct. 1
• Resolution regarding casino revenue allocation to a school reserve fund
• Credit Rating Overview presentation
• Ethics Training Program Overview presentation

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The Governmental Operations Standing Committee will hold a special meeting to review a presentation regarding the Boards and Commissions appointment process.

• Boards and Commissions Appointment Process presentation

City Council

The Richmond City Council is reviewing several zoning amendments and budget changes. The agenda includes authorizing a 63-unit mixed-use development and creating a fund for gun violence prevention assessments. Some items, such as the rezoning of Forest Hill Avenue, are scheduled to be continued to a later meeting.

• Authorize a mixed-use building with up to 63 dwelling units at 200-214 East Leigh Street
• Create a $25,000 Community Assessment Special Fund for gun violence prevention and intervention services
• Authorize an arts, education, and community center at 4204 Hermitage Road
• Transfer $150,000 from the Department of Public Works to fund the Hillside Court Playground
• Approve special use permits for properties on Carlisle Avenue, North 30th Street, and China Street

Informal Meeting

The Richmond City Council will hold an informal meeting to review the docket and refer service delivery issues to the City Administration. No other discussion items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Referral of service delivery issues to City Administration

City Council

The Richmond City Council is conducting its second budget work session. The meeting includes an overview of the Mayor's proposed budget and a Richmond Public Schools budget overview. There will be no opportunities for public comment at this meeting.

• Mayor's Proposed Budget Overview by Chief Administrative Officer Lincoln Saunders
• Richmond Public Schools Budget Overview by Superintendent Jason Kamras

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The committee will review the Richmond Public Schools requested versus funded budget. Members will also consider a resolution regarding support for a second casino referendum to fund school reserves. A Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities update is also scheduled.

• Presentation of Richmond Public Schools requested versus funded budget
• Resolution 2022-R014 regarding support for a second casino referendum
• Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities (PRCF) update
• Approval of February 10, 2022, meeting minutes

The Education and Human Services Standing Committee forwarded Resolution 2022-R014 to the March 28, 2022 Council meeting with no recommendation. The resolution expresses support for a second casino referendum and would appropriate one-third of casino revenues to a reserve fund for the Richmond School Board if the referendum passes.

• Forwarded Resolution 2022-R014 to Council with no recommendation

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will review an outdoor dining encroachment at 123 W. Broad Street. The committee will also consider the removal of two highway markers along Richmond Highway. Additionally, members will discuss updates to UDC guidelines.

• Outdoor dining encroachment review at 123 W. Broad Street
• Removal of a highway marker at 400 Richmond Highway
• Removal of a highway marker at the intersection of Richmond Highway and Harwood Street
• Discussion regarding UDC guidelines update

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee will review the draft Land Use Strategic Plan and Priorities document. Members will also discuss plan priorities for finalization and examine the Southside Plan example. The meeting includes a discussion on how land use, housing, and transportation intersect and impact R300.

• Review of Land Use Strategic Plan and Priorities draft (CD.2021.495)
• Discussion of priorities for plan finalization
• Review of Southside Plans, Priorities and Studies (CD.2022.092)
• Discussion on the intersection of land use, housing, and transportation impact on R300

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The committee will consider two ordinances to amend the City Code regarding collective bargaining for certain city employees. The Council Chief of Staff will also provide updates on recruitment, office renovations, and the Civilian Review Board.

• Ordinance 2021-345: Collective bargaining for certain City employees
• Ordinance 2021-346: Collective bargaining for certain City employees
• Civilian Review Board next steps update
• Third Floor Office Renovations update
• VCU Reimagining Council Agencies Study Timeline

The Organizational Development Standing Committee met virtually on March 7, 2022, and considered two ordinances related to collective bargaining with certain City employees. Both ordinances (2021-345, patroned by Ms. Trammell, Ms. Nye, and Vice President Robertson, and 2021-346, patroned by Mayor Stoney) were continued to the May 2, 2022 committee meeting. No final decisions were made on the ordinances.

• Continued ORD. 2021-345 (collective bargaining) to May 2, 2022
• Continued ORD. 2021-346 (collective bargaining) to May 2, 2022

Planning Commission

The commission will consider several ordinances for street closures and special use permits. The agenda also includes a subdivision exception request and a review of a public art installation. Additionally, members will discuss resolutions to amend the development review process and the city's official zoning map.

• Ordinance to close portions of East 30th Street and Logandale Avenue
• Special use permit for an arts, education, and community center at 4204 Hermitage Road
• Special use permit for a two-family dwelling at 615 North 30th Street
• Subdivision exception request for 4201 Echo Ho Road
• Review of public art installation at Hillside Court Playground+

City Council

The City Council will review the proposed Richmond Decennial Voter District Demonstration Map 2C. The meeting includes the introduction and expedited consideration of two resolutions related to redistricting. A motion is also on the agenda to refer RES. 2022-R014 to a committee meeting on March 17, 2022.

• Review of Richmond Decennial Voter District Demonstration Map 2C
• Introduction and expedited consideration of two redistricting resolutions
• Referral of RES. 2022-R014 to the Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

Planning Commission

The Richmond Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the Mayor’s proposed Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2023 through 2027. The meeting will be conducted via electronic communication due to the local COVID-19 emergency declaration.

• Mayor’s Proposed FY 2023 through FY 2027 Capital Improvement Plan for the City of Richmond

The Planning Commission held a special meeting to review the mayor's proposed FY2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational. Commissioner Rodney Poole requested future advance review of the CIP, and CAO Lincoln Saunders agreed to provide it.

• Reviewed mayor's proposed FY2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan (no vote)
• Commissioner requested advance CIP review; administration agreed to provide in future

City Council

This special meeting features a formal budget presentation by Mayor Levar M. Stoney. The Council will also introduce new legislation. There are no opportunities for public comment at this meeting.

• Formal Budget Presentation by Mayor Levar M. Stoney
• Introduction of legislation

City Council

The meeting includes several requests for special use permits for single-family dwellings. The agenda also addresses proposed changes to real estate tax revenues and the Affordable Housing Trust Fund. Several items were continued to future meeting dates.

• Special use permit for a single-family dwelling at 1626 North 27th Street
• Special use permit for a single-family dwelling at 1628 North 27th Street
• Special use permit for a single-family dwelling at 2501 Berwyn Street
• Proposal to amend City Code regarding the Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• Modification of site plan and parking requirements for 305 North 18th Street

The Richmond City Council adopted the 'One Richmond: An Equitable Affordable Housing Plan' and raised the business, professional and occupational license tax threshold from $100,000 to $250,000. The council also approved several special use permits, rezoning requests, and funding agreements, including $4.1 million for the James River Branch Trail. Several items were continued to future meetings, including a mixed-use development at 200-214 East Leigh Street and a technology business license tax.

• Adopted 'One Richmond: An Equitable Affordable Housing Plan'
• Adopted ordinance raising business license tax threshold from $100,000 to $250,000
• Adopted $4,122,214 VDOT funding for James River Branch Trail project
• Adopted rezoning of 601 Albany Ave, 603 Albany Ave, 600 Maury St, 610 Maury St to TOD-1
• Adopted special use permit for 1626 North 27th Street (single-family detached dwelling)
• Adopted special use permit for 1505 and 1507 West Cary Street (two two-family attached dwellings)
• Adopted $1,800,000 transfer for Diamond Maintenance project
• Adopted resolution declaring opioid overdose deaths a public health crisis

Informal Meeting

The Richmond City Council will hold an informal meeting to discuss several items. The agenda includes a presentation on Police Civilian Review Board recommendations and consideration of returning to in-person meetings. An update on redistricting is also scheduled.

• Police Civilian Review Board Recommendations presentation
• Consideration of return to in-person meetings
• Redistricting update
• Referral of service delivery issues to City Administration

The Richmond City Council held an informal meeting with no formal votes. Council agreed to continue Ord. 2021-308 (George Wythe High School) for 30 days to allow a joint meeting with the School Board, and reached consensus to return to in-person meetings after March 14, 2022. Council also agreed to propose a modified voter redistricting map (Map 2A/2B) for public comment. Several agenda items were continued or retained on the consent and regular agendas.

• Continued Ord. 2021-308 (George Wythe High School) for 30 days by consensus
• Agreed to return to in-person Council meetings after March 14, 2022
• Agreed to propose modified Voter Map 2A (2B) for public comment on redistricting
• Continued multiple ordinances and resolutions to later dates (e.g., Ord. 2021-359, Ord. 2022-024, Res. 2021-R086)

City Council

The Richmond City Council is conducting its first budget work session for fiscal year 2023. The meeting includes discussions regarding operating budget priorities and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) priorities. There will be no opportunities for public comment at this meeting.

• Discussion of FY2023 Operating Budget Priorities
• Discussion of CIP Priorities

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission is meeting to consider a staff report for Hillside Court and the revised FY23 PAC Work Plan. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes and the secretary's report.

• Hillside Court Finalista2022 - 488 staff report
• FY23 PAC Work Plan REVISEDa2022 - 489

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to create a commission for a comprehensive review of the City Charter. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Facilities Plan for fiscal years 2023 through 2028 and a discussion regarding the appointment process for boards and commissions.

• Ordinance 2021-347 to establish the 2022 City Charter Review Commission
• Presentation on the Facilities Plan FY 23-28
• Discussion of the Boards and Commissions appointment process
• Board Vacancy Report

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to review demonstration maps for the decennial voter district redistricting process. The council will determine and decide on a plan for introducing these maps and discuss next steps in the process. Information is provided regarding how residents can submit ideas via web, mail, or email.

• Review of Richmond Decennial Voter District Redistricting Demonstration Maps
• Decision for Map Plan Introduction
• Discussion of next steps in the redistricting process

The City Council reviewed five demonstration maps for the decennial voter district redistricting and reached consensus to proceed with demonstration map two, with an amended version incorporating portions of map five (using Main Street as a dividing line between the 2nd and 5th districts) to be included in forthcoming legislation. No formal vote was taken; the decision was announced as consensus by Council President Newbille. The council also discussed demographic data, confirming that five of nine districts would retain a Black majority of citizens.

• Consensus to include demonstration map two in redistricting legislation
• Consensus to include amended map two with Main Street dividing line from map five
• No formal vote taken on redistricting maps

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee is considering the adoption of the "One Richmond" equitable affordable housing plan. Members will also review agreements with VDOT regarding maintenance for the Fall Line Trail and funding for the James River Branch Trail. Discussion includes land use strategic plans and Southside development priorities.

• Adoption of "One Richmond: An Equitable Affordable Housing Plan"
• Maintenance agreement with VDOT for the Fall Line Trail
• Funding for James River Branch Trail from West 49th Street to Hopkins Road
• Expansion of Beaufont Towers at 400 Hioaks Road
• Creation of a Department of Mobility and Multimodal Transportation

The Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee forwarded multiple items to the February 28, 2022 Council meeting with recommendations to approve, including agreements for the Fall Line Trail and James River Branch Trail, a street naming, SMART SCALE support, GRTC board changes, a zoning amendment, an affordable housing plan, a revitalization area designation, and a QR code study. One resolution requesting a new Department of Mobility was continued to the March 22, 2022 meeting. No votes were recorded in the minutes; all actions were committee recommendations.

• Forwarded Fall Line Trail maintenance agreement (ORD 2022-033) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded James River Branch Trail funding agreement (ORD 2022-034) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded Porter Street honorary designation (ORD 2022-035) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Continued resolution for Department of Mobility (RES 2021-R086) to March 22 meeting
• Forwarded SMART SCALE funding support resolution (RES 2022-R010) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded GRTC board restructuring resolution (RES 2022-R011) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded Beaufont Towers expansion zoning amendment (ORD 2022-036) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded One Richmond affordable housing plan (RES 2022-R008) to Council with recommendation to approve

Planning Commission

The Richmond Planning Commission is considering several special use permits, rezoning requests, and budget amendments. The agenda includes funding for the James River Branch Trail and maintenance for the Diamond baseball stadium. Two items regarding North Lombardy Street and affordable housing were requested to be continued.

• $4,122,214 VDOT grant for James River Branch Trail project
• $1,800,000 transfer for Diamond baseball stadium maintenance
• Rezoning Albany Avenue and Maury Street properties to TOD-1 district
• Mixed-use development at 200-214 East Leigh Street with up to 63 units
• Special use permit for two two-family dwellings at 1801 Carlisle Avenue

The Richmond Planning Commission recommended approval of nine consent agenda items, including special use permits for residential developments and a rezoning of four properties to TOD-1. It also recommended approval of two regular agenda items: a mixed-use building at 200-214 East Leigh Street and two-family dwellings at 1801 Carlisle Avenue. Two items were continued to the March 21, 2022 meeting. The meeting was held electronically due to the COVID-19 emergency.

• Recommended approval of special use permit for 305 North 18th Street (7-0)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for 1628 North 27th Street (7-0)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for 2501 Berwyn Street (7-0)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for 1505 and 1507 West Cary Street (7-0)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for 2117 Fairfax Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for 3411 Hawthorne Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 601 Albany Ave, 603 Albany Ave, 600 Maury St, 610 Maury St to TOD-1 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of $1.8M Diamond Maintenance project and $4.12M James River Branch Trail project (7-0)

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission is reviewing a nomination for the Shockoe Hill Burying Ground Historic District. The meeting also includes reviews of several applications for building modifications and new construction projects.

• Shockoe Hill Burying Ground Historic District Nomination
• Mixed-use addition at 3101-3105 E. Marshall Street
• New 3-story multi-family building at 2 W. Leigh Street
• New 3-story single-family residence at 2906 E. Franklin Street
• Two new residences at 207 N. 31st Street (withdrawn)

The Commission of Architectural Review approved a new certificate of appropriateness to modify previously approved plans for the rehabilitation and addition at 3101-3105 E. Marshall Street, with numerous conditions on materials, design, and site details. The Commission also approved a vote of confidence for a statement regarding the Second Baptist Church demolition, with one commissioner abstaining due to a conflict of interest. Several other applications were approved with conditions, including projects on Monument Avenue, Hermitage Road, E. Clay Street, Venable Street, and Chimborazo Boulevard. One application for new residences on N. 31st Street was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved a vote of confidence for the Second Baptist Church Statement, 8-0 with one abstention.
• Approved the Consent Agenda as amended, which included moving 3833 Hermitage Road and 1015 E. Clay Street to it.
• Approved a brick wall construction at 1831 Monument Avenue, conditioned on zoning compliance.
• Partially approved the roofing and porch enclosure at 3833 Hermitage Road, denying asphalt shingles on visible roof portions.
• Approved the rear addition and porch enclosure at 1015 E. Clay Street with conditions on materials and design.
• Approved the mixed-use addition at 3101-3105 E. Marshall Street with extensive conditions, 7-1 with one abstention.
• Partially approved the window work at 2323 Venable Street, denying front facade vinyl windows.
• Approved the rear porch construction at 314 Chimborazo Boulevard with conditions on materials and dimensions.

Public Safety Standing Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to declare opioid drug overdose deaths a public health crisis in Richmond and support a spike alert program. The agenda also includes the Richmond Ambulance Authority 2021 Annual Report presentation and approval of January 25, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Resolution 2022-R013: Declaring opioid overdose deaths a public health crisis
• Richmond Ambulance Authority 2021 Annual Report presentation
• Approval of January 25, 2022 meeting minutes

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding city tax codes and budget procedures. Proposals include increasing business tax thresholds and allocating at least $10,000,000 annually to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund. The committee will also receive a report on ARPA spending.

• Increasing the business, professional, and occupational license tax threshold from $100,000 to $250,000
• Proposing at least $10,000,000 annually for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• Crediting BPOL tax receipts exceeding $32,713,958.00 to a special reserve
• Discussing potential resort casino revenues for real estate tax reductions and infrastructure
• Presentation of an ARPA spending report

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee met virtually on February 17, 2022. It forwarded three items to the February 28 Council meeting with a recommendation to approve: a cooperative procurement amendment (ORD. 2022-031), a business license tax threshold increase from $100,000 to $250,000 (ORD. 2022-032), and a resolution supporting a two-penny real estate tax rate reduction and school/infrastructure funding if a resort casino referendum passes (RES. 2022-R007). Five other items were continued to future meetings: two ordinances and one resolution to March 17, and two items to April 21. No items were approved, denied, or tabled outright.

• Forwarded ORD. 2022-031 to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-032 to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded RES. 2022-R007 to Council with recommendation to approve
• Continued ORD. 2021-189 to March 17 meeting
• Continued ORD. 2021-369 to March 17 meeting
• Continued RES. 2021-R090 to March 17 meeting
• Continued ORD. 2022-013 to April 21 meeting
• Continued RES. 2022-R004 to April 21 meeting

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several zoning changes and ordinance amendments. These include proposals for a farmer's market, new residential developments, and the use of photo speed monitoring devices in work zones. Some items have been continued to future meetings for further consideration.

• Rezoning West Broad Street properties to Transit-Oriented Nodal District
• Ordinance regarding photo speed monitoring in highway work zones and school crossings
• Special use permit for a farmer's market at 3300 Broad Rock Boulevard
• Proposed mixed-use building with up to 63 units at 200-214 East Leigh Street
• Rezoning 6422 Forest Hill Avenue from R-2 to R-4

The City Council adopted ordinances to rezone properties along West Broad Street to the TOD-1 Transit-Oriented Nodal District and to allow photo speed monitoring devices in highway work zones and school crossings. It also approved several special use permits for residential and other projects, and continued multiple items to later meetings.

• Adopted ordinance to vacate a recreation reservation on 3021 Falcon Road.
• Adopted ordinance for a farmer's market at 3300 Broad Rock Boulevard.
• Adopted ordinance for seven single-family attached dwellings at 4508 Grove Avenue.
• Adopted ordinance for a two-family dwelling at 2511 Porter Street.
• Adopted ordinance for a multifamily building at 8 Rear South Plum Street.
• Adopted ordinance for a two-family dwelling at 313 West 26th Street.
• Adopted ordinance for six dormitory-style units at 1000 Westover Hills Boulevard.
• Adopted ordinance to rezone West Broad Street properties to TOD-1 district.

Informal Meeting

The Richmond City Council will review the first quarterly report of American Rescue Plan Act expenditures. The meeting also includes updates on RRHA lease enforcement, cold weather shelters, and the General Assembly legislative agenda.

• RRHA Lease Evictions Update presentation
• 1st Quarterly Report of ARPA Expenditures
• Inclement Cold Weather Shelter and Planned Shelter Update
• General Assembly Legislative Agenda Update
• Closed session regarding legal advice for 13 West Franklin Street

The Richmond City Council held an informal meeting on February 14, 2022, primarily to review the docket for the upcoming formal session. Several ordinances were continued to later dates, including Ord. 2021-359, Ord. 2021-363, Ord. 2021-368, Ord. 2019-275, Ord. 2019-276, Ord. 2021-308, Ord. 2021-347, and Res. 2021-R026, all to February 28, 2022, and Ord. 2021-345 and Ord. 2021-346 to March 14, 2022. The Council also held a closed session to consult with legal counsel regarding the issuance of a demolition permit for the property at 13 West Franklin Street, which was approved by a vote of 8-0.

• Held a closed session to consult with legal counsel regarding a demolition permit for 13 West Franklin Street (approved 8-0).
• Certified that the closed session complied with Virginia law.
• Continued Ord. 2021-359, Ord. 2021-363, Ord. 2021-368, Ord. 2019-275, Ord. 2019-276, Ord. 2021-308, Ord. 2021-347, and Res. 2021-R026 to February 28, 2022.
• Continued Ord. 2021-345 and Ord. 2021-346 to March 14, 2022.
• Retained all other Consent Agenda items and Ord. 2021-361 on the Regular Agenda.
• Received an update on RRHA lease enforcement and discussed strategies to assist tenants in arrears.
• Received the first quarterly report on ARPA expenditures.
• Received an update on inclement weather shelters and the planned Oliver Hill Way shelter.

City Council

The Richmond City Council is conducting a virtual session regarding the redistricting process for voter district maps. The meeting includes an overview of redistricting criteria, timelines, and updated population data. Experts will also discuss split precincts and state actions related to the mapping process.

• Overview of redistricting criteria and timeline
• Discussion on split precincts and voter convenience
• Presentation of updated Richmond redistricting population data
• Information on public engagement methods for submitting redistricting ideas

Urban Design Committee

The committee will discuss proposed edits to the City of Richmond's Urban Design Guidelines. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from December 2021 and January 2022.

• Review of updates to the City of Richmond's Urban Design Guidelines
• Approval of December 2021 and January 2022 meeting minutes

The Urban Design Committee approved the revised 2022 Urban Design Guidelines, which will be formatted to align with the Richmond 300 Master Plan. The guidelines will take effect one day after the next UDC meeting following their online posting, and projects previously presented to UDC will not be subject to revision. The motion passed unanimously with a 9-0 vote.

• Approved updated 2022 Urban Design Guidelines (9-0)
• Guidelines to take effect one day after next UDC meeting following online posting
• Projects previously presented to UDC exempt from new guidelines

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to transfer funds for the planning and design of a new George Wythe High School. The meeting also includes presentations regarding RRHA evictions and Richmond Public Schools' federal stimulus plan.

• Ordinance to transfer $7,310,391.00 for George Wythe High School project
• RRHA update on evictions
• Richmond Public Schools federal stimulus plan update
• Richmond School Board update
• Board vacancy report review

The committee forwarded an ordinance to the full City Council that would transfer $7,310,391 from the School Planning and Construction project to the School Modernization - George Wythe High School project. The funds are designated for planning and design of a new George Wythe High School. The committee forwarded the item with no recommendation.

• Forwarded Ord. 2021-308 to City Council with no recommendation

City Council

The Richmond City Council is conducting a virtual public drawing of voter district map options. The meeting covers the redistricting process, including criteria, timelines, and legal considerations. Officials will also discuss split precincts and how residents can provide input.

• Overview of the Richmond voter district redistricting process
• Discussion of redistricting criteria and timelines
• Presentation on split precincts and voter convenience
• Information on public engagement and comment submission methods

City Council

The Richmond City Council is conducting a virtual session to present options for redrawing voter district maps. The meeting includes an overview of redistricting criteria, timelines, and the map-drawing process. Officials will also discuss split precincts and methods for public engagement.

• Overview of redistricting criteria and timeline
• Discussion on split precincts and voter convenience
• Presentation of the map drawing process
• Information on public engagement and feedback methods

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The committee will consider two ordinances to amend the City Code to provide for collective bargaining with certain city employees. The agenda also includes a review of the February board vacancy report and approval of minutes from the December 6, 2021, meeting.

• Ordinance 2021-345: Amending City Code regarding collective bargaining
• Ordinance 2021-346: Amending City Code regarding collective bargaining
• February Board Vacancy Report
• Approval of December 6, 2021, meeting minutes

The Organizational Development Standing Committee met virtually on February 7, 2022, and considered two ordinances related to collective bargaining with certain City employees. Both ordinances were continued to the March 7, 2022 committee meeting, with no final action taken.

• Continued ORD. 2021-345 (collective bargaining) to March 7, 2022
• Continued ORD. 2021-346 (collective bargaining) to March 7, 2022

Planning Commission

The Richmond Planning Commission is reviewing several zoning amendments and special use permits. Agenda items include rezoning West Broad Street properties to a transit-oriented district and approving development plans for Highland Grove. The commission will also consider residential uses at North 27th Street and North 29th Street.

• Rezoning West Broad Street properties to TOD-1 Transit-Oriented Nodal District
• Special use permit for up to 63 dwelling units at 200-214 East Leigh Street
• Final CUP Plan and subdivision plat for Highland Grove at Dove Street
• Special use permit for residential development at 1127 North 29th Street
• Special use permit for athletic fields with lighting over 35 feet at 729 St. Christopher’s Road

The Richmond Planning Commission voted unanimously to forward a rezoning of properties along West Broad Street to the TOD-1 Transit-Oriented Nodal District to City Council with a favorable recommendation. The commission also approved a consent agenda that included the Highland Grove final community unit plan and preliminary subdivision plat, the appointment of Andrea Almond to the Public Arts Commission, and a subdivision exception for 1012-1016 North 32nd Street. Several special use permits were forwarded favorably to City Council, including for 1626 North 27th Street, 1127 North 29th Street, and 729 St. Christopher's Road. The commission elected Rodney Poole as Chair and Elizabeth Greenfield as Vice Chair.

• Elected Rodney Poole as Chair and Elizabeth Greenfield as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Highland Grove final CUP plan and preliminary subdivision plat (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Andrea Almond to Public Arts Commission (consent agenda)
• Approved subdivision exception for 1012-1016 North 32nd Street (consent agenda)
• Forwarded special use permit for 1626 North 27th Street to City Council with favorable recommendation (5-0-1)
• Forwarded West Broad Street TOD-1 rezoning to City Council with favorable recommendation (unanimous)
• Forwarded special use permit for 1127 North 29th Street to City Council with favorable recommendation (unanimous)
• Forwarded special use permit for 729 St. Christopher's Road to City Council with favorable recommendation (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider an application for a lot split and building permit at 3306 2nd Avenue. The applicant is seeking a special exception because the lot area and width do not meet R-6 district requirements. The board will also approve the January 2022 minutes.

• Special exception for a new single-family dwelling at 3306 2nd Avenue
• Approval of January 2022 minutes

City Council

The City Council is considering amendments to the FY 2021-2022 General Fund Budget. The proposals include creating a new line item for one-time COVID-19 bonuses and increasing real estate tax revenue projections.

• Increase anticipated real estate tax revenues by $11,447,025.00
• Appropriate $8,900,000.00 for 'Employee COVID-19 Bonuses'
• Appropriate $660,000.00 to the Department of Economic Development for EDA operating expenses
• Amend the City Pay Plan to provide one-time bonuses to eligible employees

The Richmond City Council adopted two ordinances to fund and authorize one-time COVID-19 bonuses for eligible city employees. The first ordinance increases real estate tax revenue by $11,447,025 and appropriates $8,900,000 for bonuses, plus $660,000 for the Economic Development Authority's operating expenses. The second ordinance amends the Pay Plan to allow for the bonus payments.

• Adopted ORD. 2022-029, appropriating $8.9M for employee COVID-19 bonuses and $660,000 for EDA operating expenses
• Adopted ORD. 2022-030, amending the Pay Plan to provide for one-time bonuses to eligible employees

City Council

This is a quarterly session for the Education Compact involving the Mayor and the School Board. The provided agenda does not list specific legislative items or decisions.

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission is meeting to approve minutes from 2021 and consider a new member nomination. The commission will also review drafts regarding the PAC Ordinance and the FY23 Work Plan.

• Nomination of Andrea Almond for a commission vacancy
• Approval of June, August (special), and October 2021 minutes
• Review of PAC Ordinance Draft Executive Summary
• Review of PAC FY23 Work Plan Revisions

City Council

The Richmond City Council held a virtual engagement meeting regarding the 2021/2022 voter district redistricting process. The session included reviews of current maps, analysis of 2020 U.S. Census data, and updates on state actions from the Virginia Board of Elections. The meeting focused on soliciting public input for reapportioning Richmond's voter districts.

• Review of current Richmond Voter District Map
• Analysis of 2020 U.S. Census Data
• Overview of redistricting criteria and timeline
• Update on state actions from the Virginia Board of Elections
• Solicitation of public input for district reapportionment

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will consider establishing a commission to review the City Charter and updating the schedule for Council and School Board redistricting. Additionally, members will review the Fleet Unity Plan and discuss providing Spanish translations for Council meetings.

• Establishment of the 2022 City Charter Review Commission
• Revision of dates in the redistricting schedule for Council and School Board districts
• Support for Spanish translation of Council meetings and materials
• Review of the Fleet Unity Plan
• Update on Richmond Police Department sound control programs

The Governmental Operations Standing Committee met virtually and forwarded three items to the full Council. It recommended approval of a resolution to amend the redistricting schedule and a resolution supporting Spanish translations of Council meetings. An ordinance to establish a City Charter Review Commission was continued to the February 23, 2022 meeting.

• Continued ORD. 2021-347 (City Charter Review Commission) to Feb. 23, 2022
• Forwarded RES. 2022-R005 (redistricting schedule amendment) to Council with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded RES. 2022-R006 (Spanish translation of Council meetings) to Council with recommendation to approve

City Council

The City Council is considering ordinances to amend the FY 2021-2022 General Fund Budget. These amendments involve increasing anticipated real estate tax revenues and creating a new line item for employee bonuses.

• Appropriation of $8,900,000.00 for 'Employee COVID-19 Bonuses'
• Increase in anticipated real estate tax revenues by $11,447,025.00
• Allocation of $660,000.00 to the Department of Economic Development
• Amendment to the City Pay Plan for one-time bonuses

The Richmond City Council introduced two ordinances to provide one-time COVID-19 bonuses to eligible city employees, funded by an $11.4 million increase in real estate tax revenue. The ordinances were introduced and committee referral was waived, with a public hearing scheduled for February 2, 2022. No final decisions were made at this meeting.

• Introduced ORD. 2022-029 to fund employee COVID-19 bonuses and EDA operating expenses (committee referral waived)
• Introduced ORD. 2022-030 to amend the Pay Plan for one-time employee bonuses (committee referral waived)
• Scheduled public hearing for both ordinances on February 2, 2022

Public Safety Standing Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to add photo speed monitoring devices in highway work zones and school crossings. Members will also receive an update from the Richmond City Sheriff's Office. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a vacancy report.

• Ordinance 2021-371: Adding photo speed monitoring in highway work zones and school crossings
• Richmond City Sheriff's Office update presentation
• Approval of November 23, 2021, meeting minutes
• Quarterly Board Vacancy Report

The Public Safety Standing Committee unanimously voted to forward ORD. 2021-371, which would allow photo speed monitoring devices in highway work zones and school crossings, to the full City Council with a recommendation to approve. The committee also approved the November 23, 2021 meeting minutes and forwarded four appointments to the Community Criminal Justice Board. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Forwarded ORD. 2021-371 (photo speed monitoring devices) to Council with recommendation to approve (unanimous)
• Approved November 23, 2021 meeting minutes as presented
• Forwarded Community Criminal Justice Board appointments: Elizabeth Johnson (reappointment), Lisa Kelso, Judge Marilynn C. Goss, Dr. Blythe A. Bowman Balestrieri (unanimous)

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission will review several applications for new residential buildings and property alterations. These include requests for attached houses, porch enclosures, and garage construction at various addresses.

• 620 Chamberlayne Pkwy: Construction of two new attached double houses
• 413-415 N Arthur Ashe Blvd: Construction of two new attached, 3-story single family residences
• 612 N 27th St: Removal of a non-original addition and construction of a new rear, two-story addition and shed
• 207 N 31st St: Conceptual review for two new attached, 3-story single family residences
• 2206 Monument Ave.: Request to enclose a rear porch

The Commission of Architectural Review approved six applications, including new construction, additions, and porch enclosures, with several subject to conditions such as full-width porches and material reviews. One application for two new houses at 620 Chamberlayne Pkwy was approved with extensive conditions despite two commissioners voting no. A conceptual review for demolition and new construction at 207 N 31st St received advisory feedback, with commissioners urging the applicant to justify demolition.

• Approved 612 N 27th St addition with condition for final window schedule (8-0)
• Approved 304 W Leigh St detached garage as submitted (8-0)
• Approved 620 Chamberlayne Pkwy double houses with 10 conditions (8-0, with 2 no votes noted)
• Approved 2206 Monument Ave rear porch enclosure as submitted (7-1)
• Approved 2606 W Grace St covered rear porch with conditions (8-0)
• Approved 413-415 N Arthur Ashe Blvd new residences with conditions (6-0, 3 excused)
• Conceptual review of 207 N 31st St demolition and new construction; no formal decision

City Council

The Richmond City Council is reviewing several ordinances, including a special use permit for an event venue at 939 Myers Street. The council will also consider amendments to city code regarding water and sewer service billing methods. Additionally, the agenda includes the incorporation of part of Hanover Avenue into Bandy Field Park.

• Special use permit for an outdoor event venue and farmer's market at 939 Myers Street
• Amendments to City Code regarding water and sewer service billing methods
• Incorporation of a portion of Hanover Avenue into Bandy Field Park
• Vacating part of the Staffordshire Section-5 subdivision plat for 3021 Falcon Road

The Richmond City Council adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including selecting RVA Entertainment Holdings, LLC as the preferred casino gaming operator and authorizing a resort casino host community agreement. The council also approved funding for stormwater improvements, a health literacy program, and the disposition of war monuments. Several items were continued to future meetings.

• Adopted ordinance authorizing special use of 939 Myers Street for outdoor event venue and farmer's market
• Adopted ordinance clarifying water/sewer billing calculations for non-City water volume
• Adopted ordinance closing portion of Hanover Avenue and incorporating it into Bandy Field Park
• Adopted ordinance deeming Coliseum inventory as personal property for disposal
• Adopted ordinance transferring $12.2M for ARPA spending plan
• Adopted ordinance creating Advancing Health Literacy Special Fund with $4M transfer
• Adopted ordinance accepting $1.1M for stormwater drainage improvements in McGuire, Chapel Drive, Hopkins Road neighborhoods
• Adopted resolution selecting RVA Entertainment Holdings as preferred casino operator and providing for referendum

Informal Meeting

A Richmond City Council meeting with less than a quorum will discuss the FY2023 budget schedule and next steps for a Civilian Review Board. The agenda also includes presentations on the FY2023-27 Revenue and Expenditure Plan and the FY 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

• Review of FY2023 Budget Schedule
• Establishment of a Civilian Review Board - Next Steps
• FY2023-27 Revenue and Expenditure Plan presentation
• Review of FY 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)

City Council

The City Council is conducting a virtual meeting to discuss the 2021/2022 Richmond Decennial Voter District Redistricting process. Presenters will review current maps, 2020 U.S. Census data, and state actions from the Virginia Board of Elections. The session includes a solicitation for public ideas and input regarding redistricting plans.

• Review of current Richmond Voter District Map
• Analysis of 2020 U.S. Census Data
• Presentation on state actions from the Virginia Board of Elections
• Discussion of redistricting criteria and timeline

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions regarding city infrastructure, taxation, and budget processes. Items include grant agreements for stormwater and levee improvements, as well as the selection of a preferred casino gaming operator. The committee will also consider proposals related to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund.

• Grant agreement for up to $1,100,000.00 for stormwater drainage in McGuire, Chapel Drive, and Hopkins Road neighborhoods
• Selection of RVA Entertainment Holdings, LLC as the preferred casino gaming operator
• Grant agreement for up to $103,500.00 for a levee improvement project
• Proposal to credit over $32,713,958.00 in business taxes to a special reserve
• Resolution requesting at least $10,000,000.00 annually for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee forwarded several items to the January 24, 2022 Council meeting with recommendation to approve, including selecting RVA Entertainment Holdings, LLC as the preferred casino gaming operator, authorizing a Resort Casino Host Community Agreement and a Community Support Agreement, and accepting two Virginia Resources Authority grants for stormwater and levee improvements. The committee also forwarded a resolution to develop a tax increment financing process and a resolution requesting the Mayor propose a budget with all Council agency enhancements. Several other items, including ordinances on BPOL tax relief and Affordable Housing Trust Fund funding, were continued to future meetings.

• Forwarded RES. 2022-R003 selecting RVA Entertainment Holdings, LLC as preferred casino operator (recommend approve)
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-014 authorizing Resort Casino Host Community Agreement with RVA Entertainment Holdings (recommend approve)
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-015 authorizing Community Support Agreement for casino community benefits (recommend approve)
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-011 accepting $1.1M grant for stormwater drainage improvements in McGuire, Chapel Drive, Hopkins Road neighborhoods (recommend approve)
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-012 accepting $103,500 grant for levee improvement project (recommend approve)
• Forwarded ORD. 2021-370 to deem Coliseum inventory as personal property for disposal (recommend approve)
• Forwarded RES. 2021-R082 requesting tax increment financing process development (recommend approve)
• Continued ORD. 2021-189 (BPOL tax relief reserve) and ORD. 2021-369 (Affordable Housing Trust Fund funding) to Feb. 17 meeting

City Council

This virtual meeting focuses on the 2021/2022 Richmond Decennial Voter District Redistricting process. Officials will review current voter district maps, 2020 U.S. Census data, and state actions from the Virginia Board of Elections. The Council is soliciting public input, ideas, and alternate plans for reapportioning districts.

• Review of current Richmond Voter District Map
• Analysis of 2020 U.S. Census Data
• Update on Virginia Board of Elections state actions
• Solicitation of public input for district reapportionment

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee will consider establishing a new transportation department in the upcoming fiscal year budget. Members will also review the donation of war monuments to a local museum and grant agreements for neighborhood development.

• Proposal to establish a Department of Mobility and Multimodal Transportation (RES. 2021-R086)
• Donation of certain war monuments to The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia, Inc. (RES. 2022-R002)
• Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grant for Gilpin Court and Jackson Ward (ORD. 2022-009)
• Adoption of the City Center Innovation District Small Area Plan (ORD. 2022-010)
• Amendments to water and sewer service billing methods (ORD. 2021-356)

The Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee forwarded several items to the full City Council with recommendations to approve, including the donation of removed war monuments to the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia. The committee also approved forwarding ordinances related to water billing, a Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grant for Gilpin Court, and the City Center Innovation District Small Area Plan. A resolution to create a Department of Mobility and Multimodal Transportation was continued to the next meeting. Board appointments were also forwarded for approval.

• Forwarded RES. 2022-R002 to Council to donate war monuments to Black History Museum (unanimous)
• Forwarded ORD. 2021-356 to Council to clarify water billing calculations (unanimous)
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-009 to Council for Gilpin Court Choice Neighborhoods grant (unanimous)
• Forwarded ORD. 2022-010 to Council to adopt City Center Innovation District Small Area Plan (unanimous)
• Continued RES. 2021-R086 on creating a Department of Mobility to Feb. 22 meeting (unanimous)
• Forwarded board appointments to Council, continued two Building Code Appeals vacancies to April 19

Planning Commission

The Richmond Planning Commission is reviewing several land use applications, including rezoning requests and special use permits. The meeting includes discussions on amending Short Term Rental Regulations and the Parklet Ordinance for "streeteries." Some items, such as developments at East Leigh Street and North 27th Street, have been requested for continuance to future meetings.

• Amendment of Short Term Rental Regulations in the Zoning Ordinance
• Acceptance of $67,166.39 from Greater Richmond Transit Company for signal system improvements
• Rezoning 6422 Forest Hill Avenue from R-2 to R-4
• Proposed amendment to the Parklet Ordinance to include "streeteries"
• Closing a portion of Hanover Avenue to incorporate it into Bandy Field Park

The Richmond Planning Commission adopted a resolution of intent to amend the Short Term Rental Regulations in the Zoning Ordinance (7-0). The commission also recommended approval of several special use permits, a rezoning, and a street vacation, while recommending denial of one off-premises sign request. Several items were continued to future meetings, and the consent agenda was approved as a group.

• Adopted resolution of intent to amend Short Term Rental Regulations (7-0)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for 3300 Broad Rock Blvd farmer's market
• Recommended approval of special use permit for 2511 Porter St two-family dwelling
• Recommended approval of special use permit for 8 Rear South Plum St multifamily (up to 4 units)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for 313 West 26th St two-family dwelling
• Recommended approval of special use permit for 1000 Westover Hills Blvd dormitory-style units
• Recommended denial of off-premises sign at 4300 Commerce Rd (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezoning at 6422 Forest Hill Ave with proffers (unanimous)

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Richmond Education and Human Services Standing Committee for January 13, 2022, has been cancelled. No items were presented or considered during this session.

City Council

The Richmond City Council is considering an ordinance to accept a donation from the Commonwealth of Virginia. The donation includes the Robert E. Lee statue, pedestal blocks, and associated artifacts valued at approximately $12,000,000.00.

• Ordinance 2022-001: Authorization to accept a donation of personal property including the Robert E. Lee statue and associated artifacts

The City Council adopted Ordinance 2022-001, authorizing the Chief Administrative Officer to accept a donation of personal property from the Commonwealth of Virginia, including the Robert E. Lee statue, pedestal blocks, and associated artifacts formerly located at Lee Circle, valued at approximately $12,000,000. The ordinance was adopted as presented.

• Adopted ordinance to accept Lee statue and artifacts donation (unanimous, no vote tally recorded)

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will hold a quarterly meeting via electronic participation. The agenda includes discussions regarding building permits, Jackson Ward, and building materials.

• Building permits
• Jackson Ward
• Building materials

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding fund transfers and grant acceptances. This includes accepting over $8 million for residential utility relief and allocating $1 million to the Enslaved African Heritage Campus project. Some items, including speed table installations, are scheduled for continuation.

• Accepting $8,104,829.57 from Virginia for residential utility relief
• Transferring $1,000,000 to the Enslaved African Heritage Campus project
• Creating a $300,000 grant for the National Slavery Museum Foundation
• Accepting $74,529.00 from NOAA for an environmental literacy plan
• Proposed speed table installations on Whitehead, Winter, and Clarkson roads

The Richmond City Council adopted several ordinances, including the removal of certain monuments on City-owned property and a $300,000 grant to the National Slavery Museum Foundation for planning a museum at the Lumpkin's Slave Jail site. The Council also approved funding for utility relief, traffic signal upgrades, and various special fund appropriations. Many other items, including special use permits and rezoning requests, were continued to later dates.

• Adopted ordinance to remove certain monuments on City-owned property
• Adopted $300,000 grant to National Slavery Museum Foundation for planning
• Adopted $8.1M utility relief for delinquent accounts due to COVID-19
• Adopted $1M transfer for Enslaved African Heritage Campus design services
• Adopted $477,035 for Arthur Ashe Blvd and Richmond Highway resurfacing
• Adopted $408,022 for traffic signal upgrades to mast arms
• Adopted resolution to study delinquent tax sale program
• Adopted resolution to declare 2209 Ruffin Road a revitalization area

Informal Meeting

The meeting includes budget presentations for various City Council agencies and a review of the FY2023 budget schedule. Additionally, officials will provide updates on redistricting, housing lease enforcement, and COVID-19.

• Budget presentations from City Council agencies including the City Attorney and Auditor
• Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority lease enforcement update
• Richmond Region Tourism update
• City of Richmond redistricting update and proposed schedule
• COVID-19 update from Richmond and Henrico Health Districts

Urban Design Committee

The committee will conduct final reviews regarding the location, character, and extent of site improvements for the North Avenue and Broad Rock Public Libraries. The agenda also includes an update to the City of Richmond's Urban Design Guidelines.

• Final review of North Avenue Public Library Site Improvements
• Final review of Broad Rock Public Library Site Improvements
• Update to the City of Richmond's Urban Design Guidelines

The Urban Design Committee approved final location, character, and extent reviews for the North Avenue and Broad Rock Public Library site improvements, each conditioned on revising maintenance manuals to require only organic, chemical-free pesticides and weed control across the entire site. The committee also elected Andrea Quilici as Chair and Eva Clarke as Vice Chair, and postponed adoption of Urban Design Guidelines to February.

• Approved North Avenue Public Library site improvements with organic pesticide condition (8-0-1)
• Approved Broad Rock Public Library site improvements with organic pesticide condition (7-0-2)
• Elected Andrea Quilici as Chair (8-0-1 abstention)
• Elected Eva Clarke as Vice Chair (8-0-1 abstention)
• Approved December 2021 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Postponed Urban Design Guidelines adoption to February

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing applications for special exceptions regarding lot requirements. These include requests for a lot split and new dwelling at 1509 & 1511 North 22nd Street and a detached garage at 2907 West Grace Street. The board will also approve the December 2021 minutes.

• Special exception for a lot split and new single-family home at 1509 & 1511 North 22nd Street
• Special exception for a one-story detached garage at 2907 West Grace Street
• Approval of December 2021 minutes

City Council

The City Council is introducing legislation regarding a property donation from the Commonwealth of Virginia. The ordinance would authorize the Chief Administrative Officer to accept the Robert E. Lee statue, pedestal blocks, and associated artifacts.

• Ordinance to accept donation of personal property valued at approximately $12,000,000.00
• Donation includes Robert E. Lee statue, pedestal blocks, and associated artifacts

The City Council introduced an ordinance authorizing the Chief Administrative Officer to accept a donation of the Robert E. Lee statue and associated artifacts from the Commonwealth of Virginia, valued at approximately $12 million. The ordinance was introduced and the committee referral was waived. A public hearing is scheduled for January 12, 2022.

• Introduced ordinance 2022-001 to accept Lee statue donation (no vote recorded)
• Waived committee referral pursuant to Rule VI(B)(2)

Planning Commission

The Richmond Planning Commission meeting scheduled for January 3, 2022, was cancelled due to inclement weather and the closure of City of Richmond offices. All items from this agenda were moved to the January 18, 2022, meeting.

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The committee will review FY23 budget presentations for several City Council agencies, including the City Attorney and City Auditor. A presentation from VCU Performance Management Group on reimagining council agencies is also scheduled. The meeting includes discussions regarding the redistricting process and the FY23 budget schedule.

• FY23 budget presentations for various City Council agencies
• Presentation on Reimagining Council Agencies to Improve City Government
• Discussion of FY23 Budget Schedule and Process
• Discussion of Redistricting Process and Proposed Schedule
• January Board Vacancy Report

City Council

The Richmond City Council is introducing legislation regarding a donation from the Commonwealth of Virginia. The ordinance would authorize the Chief Administrative Officer to accept personal property, including the Robert E. Lee statue, pedestal blocks, and associated artifacts. These items are valued at approximately $12,000,000.00.

• Ordinance to accept donation of Robert E. Lee statue, pedestal blocks, and artifacts
• Donation from the Commonwealth of Virginia valued at approximately $12,000,000.00