Richmond public meetings in 2023

Public Safety Standing Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Richmond Public Safety Standing Committee for December 26, 2023, was cancelled. The agenda included a proposal to reduce the speed limit on Brookland Parkway.

• Proposal to reduce the speed limit on Brookland Parkway between Hermitage Road and Brook Road from 35 mph to 25 mph

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing several budget amendments and grant agreements. These include allocating funds for preschool program stabilization, school leadership scholarships, and opioid abatement initiatives with neighboring counties.

• $265,275 in incentives for Alacer Corp. at 1211 Sherwood Avenue
• $100,000 transfer to support Greater Richmond SCAN, Inc. preschool program
• $267,320 for Rings vs. Rent Scholarship Foundation at MLK Middle School
• Grant matching funds for opioid abatement in Hanover and Henrico counties
• Amendment to the Stone Brewery Cooperation Agreement

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission is reviewing several applications for building alterations and new residential constructions. These include projects involving window installations, siding replacements, and mural installations across various locations.

• Construction of six single-family attached dwellings at 2417-2421 Carrington Street
• Installation of a new transom window at 411 Brook Road
• Roof replacement with HardiShake shingles at 2206 East Marshall Street
• Siding replacement at 2219 M Street
• Mural installation at 1921 Princess Anne Avenue in Jefferson Park

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee will consider several ordinances regarding street name designations and development agreements. The agenda includes a project for the Manchester Connection to James River and a cooperation agreement for the Highland Grove development area.

• Designate 2900 block of Seminary Avenue in honor of Dr. Arnold R. Henderson, Jr.
• Designate 2400 block of Hawthorne Avenue in honor of James E. “Duke” Stewart, II.
• Designate 2900 block of Brook Road in honor of James E. “Duke” Stewart, III.
• Authorize funding for the Manchester Connection to James River project via CVTA
• Execute Highland Grove Development Area Cooperation Agreement for 500 and 509 Dove Street and 2641 and 2651 Richmond Henrico Turnpike

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The Education and Human Services Standing Committee will hear presentations regarding the Outdoor & Prosperity Fund and a needs assessment for older adults. The meeting also includes updates on the Children's Funding Project and Richmond Public Schools.

• Outdoor & Prosperity Fund presentation
• Needs Assessment for Older Adults presentation
• Children's Funding Project update
• Richmond Public Schools and School Board updates

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will discuss the Council's honorary street sign policies and next steps for re-establishing the Charter Review Commission. Members will also review assigned boards and commissions. No papers for consideration or board vacancies are listed for this meeting.

• Council's Honorary Street Sign Policies discussion
• Next steps on the Re-establishment of the Charter Review Commission
• Review of Assigned Boards & Commissions

City Council

The Richmond City Council is reviewing several ordinances and budget amendments. These include updates to affordable housing density, changes to refuse collection services, and new funding allocations for community programs.

• Accepting $1,259,411.69 from the National Opioids Settlement Fund for an opioid response coordinator and abatement programs
• Expanding the Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan by 2.85 acres
• Creating a 'HumanKind' fund to support families experiencing crisis using surplus revenue
• Installing a speed table in the 1400 block of Drewry Street
• Allocating $40,000 for a bicycle transport vehicle for Greater Richmond Fit4Kids

Informal Meeting

The City Council will conduct an informal meeting to discuss the Equitable Affordable Housing Bond Program and updates on the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. The session also includes a closed session for personnel, legal, and contract negotiations.

• Equitable Affordable Housing Bond Program Follow-Up
• 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) Update
• Discussion of Council Liaison Compensation
• Legal Consultation Regarding Collective Bargaining
• Public Contract Negotiation - Diamond District Development Project

Urban Design Committee

The committee will review its 2023 Annual Report to the City Council and an end-of-year summary. Members will also provide year-end feedback. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as approving minutes.

• 2023 UDC Annual Report to the City Council
• End of Year Summary 2023
• Consideration of agenda continuances and deletions
• Year end feedback from UDC members

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board is considering several special exception applications for new single-family detached dwellings. These requests involve deviations from zoning requirements regarding lot area, width, and side yard setbacks.

• Lot split and building permit for 618 West 20th Street (WBB Homes LLC)
• Building permit for 604 ½ Hancock Street (Canvas Development LLC) - Withdrawn
• Lot split and building permit for 709 Akron Street (3TAC Homebuyers LLC)

City Council

The City Council meeting is designated as a Legislative Summit. The provided agenda contains no specific legislative items or discussion topics.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several special use authorizations for single-family and multifamily dwellings. The agenda also includes a rezoning request, a utility substation location review, and an amendment to the Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan.

• Rezoning of 415 Oliver Hill Way from B-5 Central Business District (Conditional) to B-5 Central Business District
• Amendment to increase Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan area by 2.85 acres to 67.4± acres
• Special use for up to 122 dwelling units at 6407, 6413, 6417 Midlothian Turnpike, and 6331 Old Warwick Road
• Special use for up to ten single-family attached dwellings at 901 and 909 North 36th Street
• Closing of an unimproved portion of West 20th Street between Semmes Avenue and Sioux Falls Alley

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The committee will consider a request to study locations in Shockoe Bottom for the National Slavery Museum. Members will also discuss proposed legislation to amend, repeal, and add sections to the City of Richmond Charter.

• Study of a location in Shockoe Bottom for the National Slavery Museum (RES. 2023-R024)
• Legislation to amend, repeal, and update the City of Richmond Charter (RES. 2023-R057)
• Review of FY 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Equitable Affordable Housing Bond Program presentation
• Introduction of candidates for the 9th District Interim Councilmember position

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will consider applications for building modifications at several locations. The meeting also includes a conceptual review for the construction of 20 new single family attached townhomes.

• Replace concrete curb and stairs with brick at 313 N. 32nd Street
• Rehabilitate dwelling and construct rear addition at 514 W. Marshall Street
• Install metal coping on a parapet wall at 2501 E. Broad Street
• Conceptual review for 20 new single family attached townhomes at 2111-2119 Venable Street

Public Safety Standing Committee

The Public Safety Standing Committee will consider an ordinance to amend the City Code regarding unlawful dumping. The committee will also discuss Richmond Police Department noise ordinance enforcement and updates on school zone speed cameras.

• Ordinance 2023-339: Prohibiting yard waste dumping
• Discussion on RPD noise ordinance enforcement
• Updates on school zone speed enforcement cameras
• November Public Safety Staff Report (CD.2023.359)

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding city streets, alleys, and refuse collection. The agenda also includes presentations on rental inspections, transit updates, and performance grant processes.

• Amending City Code § 23-45 regarding refuse collection for the elderly and persons with disabilities
• Installing a speed table in the 1400 block of Drewry Street
• Constructing a concrete surface crossing on Hopkins Road via agreement with VDOT and CSX Transportation, Inc.
• Designating street blocks and alleys including 'Apple Alley' and 'Rose Pedal Alley'
• Accepting a $65,000 donation for the Greening Greater Fulton project

Planning Commission

The commission will review amendments to the Affordable Housing Dwelling Unit Density Program and the Shockoe Small Area Plan. The agenda also includes updates to the Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan and changes to meeting schedules.

• Revisions to the Affordable Housing Dwelling Unit Density Program (Ord. 2022-191)
• Amendment to increase Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan by 2.85 acres
• Adoption of the Shockoe Small Area Plan into the Richmond 300 Master Plan
• Concept amendment for a splash pad at Fonticello Park (2813 Bainbridge Street)
• Amendment to set regular meeting times for the first and third Tuesdays

Public Art Commission

The Richmond Public Art Commission is meeting to discuss a gift of art from The Valentine and a community forum proposal. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes and a secretary's report.

• Gift of art from The Valentine
• Community Forum: Proposal

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing several ordinances to amend the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget. Proposed actions include allocating National Opioids Settlement funds and transferring money for children's programs. The committee will also discuss fund balance policy and the budget calendar.

• Acceptance of $1,259,411.69 from the National Opioids Settlement Fund for opioid response
• Amendment to increase General Fund revenues for a new 'HumanKind' line item
• Transfer of $40,000.00 for Greater Richmond Fit4Kids bicycling programs
• Transfer of $20,000.00 for the Read to Them Imagination Library RVA expansion
• Amendment to change the budget submission deadline from March 6 to March 27

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to amend the Urban Forestry Commission's composition and reporting timeline. Members will also discuss a request for a plan to acquire Evergreen, East End, and Forest View cemeteries. A presentation on sustainable design standards is also scheduled.

• Ordinance 2023-331 regarding Urban Forestry Commission composition and scope
• Resolution 2023-R011 regarding the potential acquisition of Evergreen, East End, and Forest View cemeteries
• Presentation on Sustainable Design Standards
• Discussion on City Charter next steps

City Council

The City Council will review several items on its consent agenda, including zoning amendments and budget updates. Key proposals include updating the City Master Plan for specific neighborhoods and authorizing residential uses at various locations. The council will also consider an amendment to increase General Fund revenues.

• Designating Creighton Court, Fairfield Court, Hillside Court, Mosby Court North/South, and Whitcomb Court as priority growth neighborhoods
• Expanding the Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan by 2.85 acres
• Authorizing residential use for a portion of 3600 West Broad Street
• Amending the FY 2023-2024 General Fund Budget to increase revenues based on previous surplus
• Executing a lease amendment for the Vernon J. Harris East End Community Health Center

Informal Meeting

The Richmond City Council is holding an informal meeting to review the docket and discuss service delivery issues. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the vacancy process for the 9th Voter District.

• Referral of Service Delivery Issues to City Administration
• Richmond City Council 9th Voter District Vacancy Process

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will consider the relocation of the Winfree Cottage at 400 E. 15th Street. The meeting also includes a concept amendment to add a splash pad to Fonticello Park. Additionally, members will discuss operating procedure changes and elect a new Chair.

• Relocation review of the Winfree Cottage at 400 E. 15th Street
• Concept amendment for a splash pad at Fonticello Park (2813 Bainbridge Street)
• Amendments to UDC operating procedures regarding virtual meetings
• Resolution recognizing Chair Andrea Quilici for service
• Election for the Chair of the Urban Design Committee

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The committee will consider authorizing a grant contract with The Salvation Army to fund an inclement weather shelter from December 2023 to April 2024. Also on the agenda are updates regarding Richmond Public Schools and the 730 Building.

• Grant contract for Salvation Army inclement weather shelter at 1900 Chamberlayne Avenue
• Update on Reserve for Richmond Outdoor & Prosperity Fund
• Richmond Public Schools and Richmond School Board updates
• 730 Building update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering the adoption of the Shockoe Small Area Plan as an amendment to the Richmond 300 Master Plan. The agenda also includes several requests for special use authorizations for residential and commercial properties across multiple districts.

• Adoption of the Shockoe Small Area Plan
• Amendment to Stony Point Community Unit Plan for additional signs at 3000 Stony Point Road
• Special use for hostel or emergency housing at 7 North 2nd Street
• Special use for two single-family detached dwellings at 1904 Powhatan Street
• Special use for up to ten multifamily dwellings at 3731 Grubbs Lane and 4045/4057 Walmsley Boulevard

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The committee will consider a resolution requesting a study to identify a site in Shockoe Bottom for the National Slavery Museum. The meeting also includes a financial update from the Richmond Retirement System and discussions on vacancy processes.

• Resolution 2023-R024: Study request for a National Slavery Museum location in Shockoe Bottom
• Richmond Retirement System financial and actuarial update
• Discussion of vacancy process update
• Discussion of Charter Commission recommendations
• Closed session regarding Council Liaison compensation

City Council

The City Council is meeting to introduce several ordinances regarding city facilities and budget amendments. The Council will also consider a grant agreement for an affordable residential development at 700 West 44th Street.

• Ordinance for an inclement weather shelter at 1900 Chamberlayne Avenue
• Ordinance for a cultural space at Main Street Station
• Budget amendment for a Non-Departmental agency line item
• Grant agreement for affordable residential development at 700 West 44th Street
• Resolution to appoint an Interim City Auditor

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will review applications for special exceptions and building permits. These include requests to re-establish a barbershop at 1901 BAINBRIDGE STREET and new single-family dwellings in the 6th District. The Board will also consider a permit for a detached garage on 2205 WEST GRACE STREET.

• Re-establishing barbershop use at 1901 BAINBRIDGE STREET
• Lot split and building permit for new dwelling at 2011 3rd AVENUE
• Lot split and building permit for new dwelling at 3408 HAZELHURST AVENUE
• Building permit for a detached garage at 2205 WEST GRACE STREET

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to create a Public Utilities and Services Commission. The meeting includes an update on the RVAH20 Combined Sewer System Program and discussions regarding City Charter next steps.

• Ordinance 2023-315: Establishing a Public Utilities and Services Commission
• RVAH20 Combined Sewer System Program update
• Review of assigned boards and commissions
• City Charter next steps discussion
• Board vacancy report

Public Safety Standing Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to authorize a petition for concurrent jurisdiction between the Richmond Police Department and Virginia Commonwealth University campus police in certain areas. The agenda also includes approval of September 26 meeting minutes and a report on board vacancies.

• Ordinance 2023-314: Petition for concurrent jurisdiction between Richmond Police and VCU campus police
• Approval of September 26, 2023, meeting minutes
• Public Safety Board Vacancy Report

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission is reviewing several applications for property alterations and new construction. This includes a proposal to replace a historic home with six single-family dwellings and revisions to storefronts on E. Marshall St.

• Demolition of a historic dwelling for six homes at 2417-2421 Carrington Street
• Revision to demolish and reconstruct storefronts at 3302-3308 E. Marshall St.
• Rehabilitation of an auto-garage at 2018 E. Broad Street
• Alterations to a brick retaining wall at 1142 W. Grace Street
• Installation of a metal pergola at 2519 E. Grace Street

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing several ordinances, including a proposed real estate tax rate of $1.20 for 2024. Members will also consider bond issuances to fund the Richmond Retirement System and its transition to the Virginia Retirement System.

• Proposed real estate tax rate increase to $1.20 for the 2024 tax year
• Authorization of a $150,000,000 bond issuance for Richmond Retirement System liabilities
• Lease amendment for health center office space at 719 North 25th Street
• Grant agreements for affordable residential developments at 2400 and 2420 Afton Avenue and 2100 Bainbridge Street
• Expansion of the Downtown General Special Service Assessment District to include Manchester

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee is considering several ordinances related to transportation infrastructure and city code amendments. Items include agreements with VDOT for intersection safety and road resurfacing, as well as a land easement for communication systems.

• Amend City Code § 23-45 regarding refuse collection for the elderly and persons with disabilities
• Easement for communication systems at 1 Hull Street, 101 Hull Street, and 2 Decatur Street
• Agreement with VDOT for left turn hardening at ten stop controlled intersections
• Agreement with VDOT for flashing yellow arrows, signal backplates, and high visibility crosswalks
• Agreement with VDOT for replacement of signs and pavement markings at 200 intersections

Planning Commission

The Richmond Planning Commission is reviewing several land use amendments and special use permits. Items include updates to the Master Plan for priority neighborhoods and changes to the Shops at Stratford Hills plan. The commission will also consider a $1,333,764 appropriation for highway resurfacing projects.

• $1,333,764 VDOT fund appropriation for highway resurfacing projects
• Amendment to increase Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan by 2.85 acres
• Designation of priority growth neighborhoods including Creighton Court and Fairfield Court
• Special use permit for an accessory building at 6426 Three Chopt Road
• Review of a gateway sign at Hull Street Road and Chippenham Parkway

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The committee will review several ordinances regarding a 50-bed emergency shelter at 7 North 2nd Street. Discussions include updates on early childhood funding, homeless services, and Richmond Public Schools.

• Fiscal Agency Agreement between NextUp RVA and the City for CarMax Basketball Youth Development and Summer Camp
• Grant Contract with Emergency Shelter, Inc. (HomeAgain) for a 50-bed emergency shelter at 7 North 2nd Street
• Lease agreement with Potomac Area Hostels, Inc. for the 7 North 2nd Street property
• Sublease Agreement between the City and HomeAgain for the 7 North 2nd Street property

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several legislative items including zoning changes, property uses, and city code amendments. The agenda includes actions on residential dwellings, mixed-use buildings, and the repurposing of American Rescue Plan Act funds.

• Establishment of a Public Utilities and Services Commission
• Special use for a dwelling unit at 2301 Grove Avenue
• Special use for a mixed-use building at 912 Tulip Street
• Closing an alley bounded by Richmond Highway, Afton Avenue, Columbia Street, and Bellemeade Road
• Repurposing ARPA funds from COVID-19 response to an Employee First-Time Homebuyer’s Assistance program

Informal Meeting

The meeting includes a referral of service delivery issues to City Administration. The council will also enter a closed session regarding contract negotiations for the Diamond District Development Project and the disposition of public real property at 2401 West Leigh Street.

• Contract negotiation for Diamond District Development Project
• Disposition of public real property at 2401 West Leigh Street
• Referral of service delivery issues to City Administration

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission will conduct a quarterly meeting including a subcommittee review and discussion of a window repair or replacement flyer. The agenda also includes a period for questions and concerns.

• Paint Subcommittee Review
• Window Repair/Replacement Flyer

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will review the location, character, and extent of a City of Richmond gateway sign. The meeting also includes a presentation by the Director of Planning and Development Review.

• Location, Character, Extent Review for a City of Richmond Gateway Sign at Hull Street Road and Chippenham Parkway

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three special exception applications involving residential properties in the 1st, 2nd, and 6th Districts. These cases include requests for new dwellings and a lot split. The Board will also approve the September 2023 meeting minutes.

• Special exception for a single-family dwelling at 624 Judah Street
• Lot split and building permit at 1808 4th Avenue
• Roof enlargement and reconstruction for a garage at 707 North Colonial Avenue

Planning Commission

The Richmond Planning Commission will review several applications for special use permits and rezonings. The agenda includes proposals for residential dwellings, a hotel ATM modification, and an alley closure. Additionally, the commission will review plans for expanded animal enclosure walkways at Maymont Park.

• Conditional rezoning of 400 Stockton Street and 401 Everett Street to TOD-1
• Conditional rezoning of North Lombardy Street properties to TOD-1
• Special use for a mixed-use building at 912 Tulip Street
• Review of expanded animal enclosure walkways at Maymont Park
• Alley closure near Richmond Highway and Bellemeade Road

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The committee will consider ordinances to establish a Public Utilities and Services Commission and approve several grant agreements for affordable housing developments. Discussion items include city plans for severe weather response and council succession plans.

• Ordinance to establish a Public Utilities and Services Commission (Ord. 2023-188)
• ARPA Grant Agreement for Highland Grove Development Area infrastructure (Ord. 2023-276)
• Affordable housing grant for Walmsley Boulevard development (Ord. 2023-277)
• Study to identify a Shockoe Bottom location for the National Slavery Museum (Res. 2023-R024)
• Designating 2200 Ingram Avenue as a revitalization area (Res. 2023-R053)

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will discuss the new placement of Sujin Lim’s Sculpture and planning for a community information meeting. The commission will also discuss temporary art projects for vacant windows on Broad Street.

• Discussion regarding the new placement of Sujin Lim’s Sculpture
• Planning for a community information meeting related to the sculpture
• Discussion of temporary art in vacant windows on Broad Street

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will review a plan to acquire Evergreen Cemetery and East End Cemetery. Members will also consider a facility license for the November 7 general election and a performance contract for the Richmond Behavioral Health Authority.

• Facility License Agreement for school facilities for the November 7, 2023, general election
• Plan to acquire Evergreen Cemetery and East End Cemetery
• Richmond Behavioral Health Authority performance contract for FY2024 and FY2025
• Office of Sustainability FY23 Annual Report presentation

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will discuss beginning the process to designate the Westwood area as a new City Old and Historic District. The meeting also includes reviews of several construction applications and results of notices of violation.

• Consideration of designating the Westwood Historic District
• Construction of a five-story commercial building at 13 East Broad Street
• Reconstruction of storefronts at 3302-3308 East Marshall Street following a violation
• Installation of a paneled mural at 500 North Allen Avenue
• Construction of a new single-family dwelling at 616 West 20th Street

Public Safety Standing Committee

The Public Safety Standing Committee will receive an update from the Department of Emergency Communications, Preparedness and Response. The Richmond Police Department Chief will also present regarding the Real-Time Crime Center.

• Department of Emergency Communications, Preparedness and Response Update
• Richmond Police Department's Real-Time Crime Center presentation

City Council

The Richmond City Council is reviewing several infrastructure and community items, including a $100,000 donation for a new soccer pitch at Oak Grove Playground. The agenda also includes agreements for road improvements and pedestrian bridge maintenance. Several ordinances regarding housing density and the Stratford Hills plan have been continued to future meetings.

• Acceptance of a $100,000 donation for a soccer pitch at Oak Grove Playground
• Agreement for Hull Street Improvements Phase III near Warwick Road and Arizona Drive
• Maintenance agreement for the N. 7th Street pedestrian bridge over I-95
• Designation of West Main Street in honor of Shawn Joseph Soares
• Ordinance to amend the Affordable Housing Dwelling Unit Density Program (continued)

Informal Meeting

The City Council will conduct an informal meeting including a discussion on economic development awards. A closed session is scheduled to discuss prospective candidates for the City Auditor position.

• Excellence in Economic Development Awards discussion
• Closed session regarding City Auditor candidates

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee will consider several items, including a proposal to dedicate casino tax revenue to a Child Care and Education Trust Fund. Other business includes a $100,000 soccer pitch donation and updates to employee homebuyer assistance programs. The meeting also addresses joining the Virginia Retirement System.

• $100,000 donation for Oak Grove Playground mini pitch
• $26 million childcare and parks fund via casino tax revenue
• Reallocation of ARPA funds to employee homebuyer assistance
• MOU with Urban Sustainability Directors Network for climate justice
• Resolution to join the Virginia Retirement System

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing agreements with VDOT for road and path construction projects. It is also considering maintenance plans for a pedestrian bridge over I-95 and utility easements in Joseph Bryan Park.

• Hull Street Improvements Phase III including new lanes and medians
• Maintenance agreement for N. 7th Street Pedestrian Bridge over I-95
• Scott’s Addition Green Space project on Patton Avenue
• Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures project
• Street designation for the 300 block of West Main Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering several ordinances including updates to the Affordable Dwelling Unit Density Program and amendments to the Shops at Stratford Hills plan. The agenda also includes requests to accept state funds for traffic signal performance and street resurfacing projects.

• Affordable Dwelling Unit Density Program code revisions (Ord. 2022-191)
• Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan area increase of 2.85 acres (Ord. 2022-205)
• $1,488,000.00 for Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures project (Ord. 2023-249)
• $270,994.00 for Arthur Ashe Boulevard and Richmond Highway resurfacing (Ord. 2023-250)
• Residential development special use request for 2200 Ingram Avenue (Ord. 2023-243)

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will conduct a final review for expanded animal enclosure walkways at Maymont Park. The meeting also includes a presentation by the Director of Planning and Development Review.

• Final review for expanded animal enclosure walkways at 1000 Westover Road

Informal Meeting

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

• Referral of Service Delivery Issues to City Administration

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board is considering multiple special exception applications for new single-family dwellings and a fire station. These requests involve deviations from zoning requirements regarding lot size, width, setbacks, and building height.

• New single-family dwelling at 624 Judah Street (BZA 28-2023)
• Lot split and new single-family dwelling at 217 East 15th Street (BZA 29-2023)
• Lot split and two new single-family dwellings at 2916 Garland Avenue (BZA 30-2023)
• Demolition and new two-story dwelling at 500 Maple Avenue (BZA 31-2023)
• New single-family dwelling at 3304 Tuxedo Boulevard (BZA 32-2023)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several ordinances regarding land use and city code amendments. Items include special use authorizations for properties on Tulip Street and Parrish Street, as well as proposed changes to short-term rental regulations.

• Special use of 912 Tulip Street for a mixed-use building with off-street parking
• Repeal of City Code § 30-697.3 and amendments to several sections regarding short-term rentals and zoning compliance fees
• Special use of 910 Parrish Street for two single-family detached dwellings

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a new short-term rental ordinance and a mixed-use building. The Commission recommended denial for a proposal to build two single-family homes on Parrish Street.

• Recommended approval of Ord. 2023-234 for mixed-use building at 912 Tulip Street (8-0)
• Recommended approval with amendments of Ord. 2023-235 regarding short-term rental regulations (8-0)
• Recommended denial of Ord. 2023-108 for two single-family dwellings at 910 Parrish Street (8-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Pinnock as acting Chair (unanimous)
• Permitted Commissioner Greenfield to participate virtually (unanimous)

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The committee will review recommendations from the 2022 City Charter Review Commission and discuss the Virginia Retirement System transition. Members will also consider ordinances regarding clean energy financing and a new Public Utilities and Services Commission. A resolution for a study on a National Slavery Museum location in Shockoe Bottom is also scheduled.

• Ordinance 2023-152: Amend code for commercial property clean energy financing
• Ordinance 2023-188: Establish a Public Utilities and Services Commission
• Resolution 2023-R024: Study for National Slavery Museum location in Shockoe Bottom
• Report: 2022 City Charter Review Commission recommendations
• Presentation: Emergency shelter and homelessness updates

The committee forwarded one ordinance to the full City Council with a recommendation to approve. Two other items regarding a Public Utilities and Services Commission and a National Slavery Museum study were continued to October 2, 2023.

• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-152 to align commercial property assessed clean energy financing with state law
• Continued ORD. 2023-188 (establishing a Public Utilities and Services Commission) to October 2, 2023
• Continued RES. 2023-R024 (study for National Slavery Museum location in Shockoe Bottom) to October 2, 2023

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to consider new legislation. Items include an ordinance for property use at 2200 Ingram Avenue and a resolution regarding casino revenue.

• Special use ordinance for 2200 Ingram Avenue
• Resolution to fund Child Care and Education Trust Fund via proposed destination resort and casino revenue

City Council introduced two items for future consideration. One ordinance regarding a residential development at 2200 Ingram Avenue was referred to the Planning Commission, and a resolution regarding casino tax revenue was referred to the Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee.

• Referred ORD. 2023-243 (special use for residential development at 2200 Ingram Avenue) to Planning Commission
• Referred RES. 2023-R048 (proposed $26M allocation of casino gaming tax revenue) to Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will review several applications for new dwellings and exterior alterations. Items include a metal pergola installation, column replacements, and new single-family home constructions.

• 2904.5 East Franklin Street: New three-story single family detached dwelling
• 2519 East Grace Street: Install a metal pergola in a rear yard
• 2001 West Grace Street: Replace wooden columns with fiberglass columns
• 1014 Russell Street: Construct a new two-story single family dwelling
• 618 West 20th Street: Construct a new single-family detached dwelling

The Commission of Architectural Review approved the construction of two new single-family dwellings and the replacement of columns at 2001 West Grace Street. One application for a metal pergola was deferred, and one new home project underwent conceptual review.

• Approved construction of new three-story single family dwelling at 2904.5 East Franklin Street (7-0)
• Deferred metal pergola installation at 2519 E. Grace Street to await VA DHR comments (7-0)
• Approved fiberglass column replacements at 2001 West Grace Street with specific design conditions (7-0)
• Approved construction of new two-story single family dwelling at 1014 Russell Street with design conditions (7-0)
• Approved resolution of appreciation (7-0)

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee will meet on August 22, 2023. This draft agenda contains only procedural items and does not list specific projects or ordinances for consideration.

• Approval of minutes
• Public comment period
• Board vacancies

The meeting scheduled for August 22, 2023, was canceled. No decisions were made.

Public Safety Standing Committee

The agenda for the August 22, 2023, Richmond Public Safety Standing Committee meeting consists of procedural items. These include the approval of minutes, public comment, and staff reports. No specific projects or legislative actions are listed for consideration.

• No substantive items such as contracts or ordinances are listed on this agenda.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing numerous special use applications for residential and commercial properties across various districts. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Shockoe Small Area Plan and several city code amendments.

• Special use of 2301 Grove Avenue for an accessory dwelling unit
• Relinquishment of air rights over East Canal Street and Virginia Street
• Demolition and reconstruction of Fire Station 21 at 2505 Richmond Highway
• Construction of a new police precinct and parking garage at 1701 Fairfield Way
• Closing of an alley bounded by Richmond Highway, Afton Avenue, Columbia Street, and Bellemeade Road

The Planning Commission recommended approval for 16 special use permits and two location reviews for city facilities. The commission also continued a request for a dwelling unit at 2301 Grove Avenue to a future meeting. A presentation on the Shockoe Small Area Plan was delivered, and public testimony was heard regarding short-term rental ordinances.

• Approved July 17, 2023 minutes (5-2)
• Continued ORD. 2023-203 (2301 Grove Avenue) to October 2, 2023 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 15 special use permits for various residential and commercial properties (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-236 to close an alley (unanimous)
• Approved UDC 2023-15 for demolition and reconstruction of Fire Station 21
• Approved UDC 2023-16 for new police precinct and parking garage at 1701 Fairfield Way
• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-220 to terminate certain air rights over East Canal and Virginia Streets (unanimous)

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee meeting scheduled for August 17, 2023, has been canceled.

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will conduct a final review of the construction of a new police precinct and parking garage at 1701 Fairfield Way. The committee will also review plans for the demolition and reconstruction of Fire Station 21 at 2505 Richmond Highway. Additionally, consideration continues for an appeal regarding two single-family dwellings on West Franklin Street.

• Construction of a new police precinct and parking garage at 1701 Fairfield Way
• Demolition and reconstruction of Fire Station 21 at 2505 Richmond Highway
• Appeal for two single-family dwellings at 3412 & 3412 1/2 West Franklin Street

The committee approved an appeal regarding design requirements for two single-family homes. It also recommended conditional approval for the reconstruction of Fire Station 21 and the construction of a new police precinct and parking garage.

• Approved appeal for construction of two single family dwellings at 3412 & 3412 1/2 West Franklin Street (7-1)
• Recommended approval with conditions for demolition and reconstruction of Fire Station 21 at 2505 Richmond Highway (7-0-1)
• Recommended approval with conditions for new police precinct and parking garage at 1701 Fairfield Way (7-0)
• Approved July 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Tabled discussion regarding conditions recommended to the Planning Commission until September

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Richmond Education and Human Services Standing Committee for August 10, 2023, has been canceled. No items were listed for consideration or discussion.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is considering several applications for special exceptions in Richmond. These include requests for accessory structures and the conversion of commercial spaces into dwelling units. The board will also approve the July 2023 meeting minutes.

• Special exception for an accessory structure at 613 St Christophers Road
• Conversion of two commercial spaces to dwelling units at 1326 & 1328 West Main Street
• Special exception for a photography studio at 3405 Scottview Drive
• Approval of July 2023 minutes

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will review the April and June 2023 minutes and a Secretary's Report. The regular agenda includes discussions regarding the NEA Our Town Grant and the Fall Arts Community Meeting format.

• NEA Our Town Grant
• Fall Arts Community Meeting Format
• Approval of April 2023 and June 2023 minutes

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will consider a request to develop a plan for acquiring Evergreen Cemetery and East End Cemetery, preferably by gift. Members will also discuss reassigning boards and commissions for annual reporting purposes.

• Resolution 2023-R011: Plan to acquire Evergreen Cemetery and East End Cemetery
• Resolution 2023-R047: Reassignment of boards and commissions for annual reporting
• Review of the July 26, 2023 Board Vacancy Report

The committee recommended the approval of a resolution to repeal a 2011 resolution and reassign boards, commissions, and committees to standing committees for reporting. A request to acquire Evergreen and East End Cemeteries was continued to a later date.

• Forwarded RES. 2023-R047 (repealing Res. No. 2011-R064-68 and assigning boards/commissions to committees) to Sept. 11 Council meeting with recommendation to approve
• Continued RES. 2023-R011 (plan to acquire Evergreen Cemetery and East End Cemetery) to Sept. 27 meeting

Public Safety Standing Committee

The committee will receive updates from the Department of Animal Care and Control and the Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney. Police Chief Rick Edwards is scheduled to provide a review on crime.

• Department of Animal Care and Control Update
• Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney Update
• Review on Crime by Chief of Police Rick Edwards
• Public Safety Board Vacancy Report

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review is reviewing several applications for structural changes and new constructions. These include residential additions, porch reconstructions, and a new commercial development.

• New five-story commercial building at 13 E. Broad Street
• Two-story rear addition and deck at 414 W. Marshall Street
• Front porch reconstruction at 2210 Jefferson Avenue
• Attached two-story dwelling at 972-974 Pink Street
• Exterior painting and signage at 305 Brook Road

The Commission approved seven Certificates of Appropriateness for residential and commercial exterior work, including a commercial painting project on Brook Road. The board also voted to retain the current Chair and Vice Chair. A conceptual review was held for a proposed five-story commercial building at 13 E. Broad Street.

• Retained Chair Wheeler and Vice Chair Moore in their positions (6-0)
• Approved side and rear fence at 2235 Venable Street (6-0)
• Approved rear yard shed at 820 N. 23rd Street (6-0)
• Approved two-story dwelling addition at 972-974 Pink Street (6-0)
• Approved rear addition and deck at 414 W. Marshall Street (6-0)
• Approved steam room rehabilitation at 1201 E. Clay Street (6-0)
• Approved front porch reconstruction at 2210 Jefferson Avenue (6-0)
• Approved exterior painting and signage at 305 Brook Road (6-0)

City Council

The Richmond City Council will review several zoning changes and new city ordinances. This includes requests for special use permits at various addresses and updates to the city code regarding exotic animals and clean energy financing.

• Expanding the Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan by 2.85 acres
• New ordinance concerning exotic and wild animals in the City Code
• Establishing a new Public Utilities and Services Commission
• Special use permit for two single-family dwellings at 910 Parrish Street
• Updating clean energy financing programs to align with state law

Informal Meeting

The Richmond City Council will hold an informal meeting to review the docket and discuss service delivery issues. The agenda includes a presentation by the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority regarding their Comprehensive Homeownership Initiative.

• Presentation on RRHA's Comprehensive Homeownership Initiative (CD.2023.259)
• Referral of service delivery issues to City Administration

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee is considering several ordinances related to city financing and economic development programs. Items include authorizing new bonds for school and infrastructure projects and updating agreements for the CARE and Enterprise Zone programs.

• Issuance of up to $4,200,000 in general obligation bonds for schools and public works
• Issuance of up to $600,000,000 in public utility revenue refunding bonds
• Agreement for the 26th Commercial Area Revitalization Effort (CARE) Program
• Enterprise Zone Cooperation Agreement to stimulate private investment
• Code amendments regarding clean energy financing programs

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee forwarded several ordinances and resolutions to the July 24 City Council meeting. Most items received a recommendation for approval, including bond issuances and economic development agreements.

• Forwarded ORD. 2023-152 (clean energy financing program) with no recommendation
• Forwarded ORD. 2023-212 (CARE Program Cooperation Agreement) with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2023-213 (Enterprise Zone Cooperation Agreement) with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded ORD. 2023-214 ($4.2M general obligation public improvement bonds) with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded RES. 2023-R044 (American Rescue Plan Act reporting schedule) with recommendation to approve
• Forwarded RES. 2023-R045 (up to $600M public utility revenue refunding bonds) with recommendation to approve

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing several resolutions to fund sidewalk, bike lane, and greenway improvements across Richmond. This includes a $10 million application for the VDOT Revenue Sharing Program and a grant agreement for Vision Zero safety activities. Presentations will also cover the Jackson Ward Community Draft Plan and the Maggie Walker Community Land Trust.

• $10,000,000 VDOT Revenue Sharing Program application
• Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant Agreement (Vision Zero)
• Downtown Core Protected Bike Lanes on 1st, 3rd, and Franklin Streets
• Cary Street Sidewalk Improvement project
• Utility replacement and relocation in Capitol Square

Planning Commission

The Commission will review several special use applications, rezoning requests, and city code amendments. The agenda also includes funding appropriations for redevelopment projects and traffic safety initiatives.

• Amendment to increase Shops at Stratford Hills area by 2.85 acres to 67.4± acres
• Appropriation of $4,742,000.00 for Highland Grove/Dove Street Redevelopment residential units
• Acceptance of $762,414.00 from Federal Highway Administration for Vision Zero traffic safety
• Acceptance of $459,720.00 from Virginia Department of Transportation for new traffic control signals
• Special use requests for various residential and mixed-use properties across the city

The Commission recommended approval for 12 ordinances, including funding for transportation and housing projects and various special use permits. Several other ordinances were continued to future meetings. The Calhoun Community Center Park Renovation Phase 1 was approved.

• Approved Calhoun Community Center Park Renovation Phase 1
• Recommended approval of $4.742M for Highland Grove/Dove Street Redevelopment (ORD. 2023-197)
• Recommended approval of $762,414 for Safe Streets and Roads for All Planning Activities (ORD. 2023-198)
• Recommended approval of $459,720 for New Traffic Control Signals Project (ORD. 2023-199)
• Recommended approval of rezoning Walmsley Boulevard properties to B-6 Mixed-Use Business District (ORD. 2023-209)
• Recommended approval of special use for 2 Manchester Road and 4 Manchester Road mixed-use development (ORD. 2023-204)
• Continued Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan amendment to Sept 18, 2023 (ORD. 2022-205)
• Continued special use request for 2615 Q Street to Sept 18, 2023 (ORD. 2023-191)

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The committee will discuss universal pre-school, childcare, and the children's budget. Members will also review violence reduction and out-of-school updates. Additionally, the committee will consider a grant contract for a youth leadership program at Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School.

• Grant contract for My Life Coach Academy summer youth leadership program at MLK Jr. Middle School
• Approval of the City of Richmond Plan of Services under the Virginia Juvenile Community Crime Control Act
• Universal Pre-School and Childcare Update
• Children’s Budget Update
• Violence Reduction & Out of School Update

The Education and Human Services Standing Committee reviewed two items and forwarded both to the July 24, 2023 Council meeting with recommendations to approve.

• Recommended approval of My Life Coach Academy Grant Contract with Rings vs. Rent Scholarship Foundation for Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School students
• Recommended approval of the City of Richmond Plan of Services under the Virginia Juvenile Community Crime Control Act

Urban Design Committee

The committee will conduct a final review for the Calhoun Community Center Park Renovation Phase 1 at 536 Calhoun Street. The agenda also includes an appeal regarding construction in the West of the Boulevard Design Overlay District at 3412 and 3412 1/2 West Franklin Street.

• Final review of Calhoun Community Center Park Renovation Phase 1 at 536 Calhoun Street
• Appeal for two single-family dwellings at 3412 & 3412 1/2 West Franklin Street

The Urban Design Committee recommended the Calhoun Community Center Park Renovation Phase 1 for approval with five specific conditions. A design appeal for two dwellings on West Franklin Street was continued to August. The committee also voted to request that the Planning Commission consider altering rather than removing recommended conditions in the future.

• Recommended approval with conditions for Calhoun Community Center Park Renovation Phase 1 at 536 Calhoun Street (8-0, 1 abstain)
• Continued design appeal for two single family dwellings at 3412 & 3412 1/2 West Franklin Street to 8/8/2023 (8-0, 1 excused)
• Approved request for staff to draft a letter to the Planning Commission regarding the alteration of recommended conditions (6-0, 1 abstain, 2 excused)
• Withdrawn motion to request a letter regarding Bird Safe Glass conditions for UDC 2023-10 and UDC 2023-11

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will consider several applications for special exceptions involving lot splits, building permits, and property conversions. These requests include proposals for single-family homes, an accessory structure, and a mixed-use building.

• Lot split and new single-family dwelling at 3100 & 3106 Walmsley Boulevard
• Two new single-family dwellings at 1516 East 18th Street
• Conversion of commercial spaces to three dwelling units near East Broad Street
• New mixed-use building at 4701, 4703 & 4707 Forest Hill Avenue
• Accessory structure permit for 212 South Belmont Avenue

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will review an ordinance to create a Public Utilities and Services Commission. The meeting also includes an update on the RVAH20 Combined Sewer System Program and the honorary street sign process.

• Ordinance 2023-188 to establish a Public Utilities and Services Commission
• Designating the 5200 block of Warwick Road in honor of Dr. Roscoe D. Cooper, Jr.
• Designating the 2200 block of Bainbridge Street in honor of Mrs. Mozelle Willis Minor
• Designating the 1700 block of Porter Street in honor of Dr. Ruth Moore
• RVAH20 Combined Sewer System Program update

The committee unanimously recommended that Council approve the establishment of a Public Utilities and Services Commission. It also recommended approval for three honorary street sign designations. The committee discussed funding for honorary signs and maintenance for the Evergreen and East End cemeteries.

• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-188 to establish a Public Utilities and Services Commission (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-192 to designate 5200 block of Warwick Road for Dr. Roscoe D. Cooper, Jr. (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-193 to designate 2200 block of Bainbridge Street for Mrs. Mozelle Willis Minor (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-194 to designate 1700 block of Porter Street for Dr. Ruth Moore (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from May 24, 2023

Public Safety Standing Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Richmond Public Safety Standing Committee for June 27, 2023, was canceled. The agenda included approval of previous minutes and a crime review with Interim Chief Rick Edwards, but no items were discussed or decided.

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission will review several applications for new residential constructions and structural additions. This includes a detached dwelling on E. Franklin Street and an addition on Pink Street. The agenda also covers a storage shed installation at 2017 Venable Street.

• Construction of five single-family attached dwellings at 220 N. 20th Street
• New detached dwelling at 2904.5 E. Franklin Street
• Two-story dwelling addition at 972-974 Pink Street
• Installation of a 6' by 10' storage shed at 2017 Venable Street

The Commission of Architectural Review approved a storage shed at 2017 Venable Street and a five-unit housing project at 220 N. 20th Street. The board also established a subcommittee to review the city's paint palette guidelines.

• Approved installation of 6' by 10' storage shed at 2017 Venable Street provided it is screened by the rear fence (5-0)
• Approved construction of five single family attached dwellings at 220 N. 20th Street with conditions for site plans, trim boards, and material reviews (5-0)
• Approved April 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved May 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Established paint subcommittee consisting of Commissioners Morgan and Rodriguez to review guidelines by September

City Council

The council will review several zoning changes and budget amendments during this meeting. Items include special use permits for residential and commercial properties, as well as updates to the city code regarding wild animals. The meeting also covers the allocation of city revenue and federal pandemic recovery funds.

• Acceptance of $10,000,000 in ARPA funds for COVID-19 recovery efforts
• Special use permit for a multifamily dwelling with up to 553 units at 301 West 6th Street
• Rezoning of 500 and 520 Commerce Road to a Transit-Oriented Nodal District
• New city code section regarding exotic and wild animals
• Grant contract for a voluntary gun buyback event with The Liberation Church, Inc.

Informal Meeting

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

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

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider rezoning properties on Commerce Road and reviewing special use applications for Parrish Street, Seminary Avenue, and Porter Street. The agenda also includes reviews of community center developments and several public art proposals.

• Rezoning 500 and 520 Commerce Road to TOD-1 district
• Special use for two dwellings at 910 Parrish Street
• Special use for a day nursery at 3601 Seminary Avenue
• Review of community center projects at Ruffin Road and Luck's Field
• Mural applications for Shockoe Hill African Burying Ground and Hotchkiss Park

The Commission recommended approval for a day nursery at 3601 Seminary Avenue, a church and multifamily dwelling at 1213 Porter Street, and the rezoning of 500 and 520 Commerce Road. Several site reviews, subdivision exceptions, and public art projects were also approved.

• Recommended approval of day nursery at 3601 Seminary Avenue (ORD. 2023-174)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 500 and 520 Commerce Road to TOD-1 (ORD. 2023-175)
• Recommended approval of church and multifamily dwelling at 1213 Porter Street (ORD. 2023-176)
• Approved Canal Walk bike access renovation at 211 S 14th Street (UDC 2023-09)
• Approved TB Smith Community Center review at 2015 Ruffin Road (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Luck's Field community center review at 1925 U Street (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved green space expansion at Hotchkiss Park (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Shockoe Hill African Burying Ground Mural (4-0, 1 abstain)

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee will consider two ordinances during this meeting. One proposal seeks to create an all-way stop at the intersection of Nottoway Avenue and Fauquier Avenue. Another proposes designating the 5100 block of Beddington Road in honor of Raymond H. Boone and Jean P. Boone.

• Ordinance 2023-145: Adding two stop signs at Nottoway Avenue and Fauquier Avenue
• Ordinance 2023-187: Designating the 5100 block of Beddington Road in honor of Raymond H. Boone and Jean P. Boone

The committee recommended approval of two ordinances to be forwarded to the June 26, 2023 Council meeting. One ordinance proposes a 4-way stop at a specific intersection, and the other proposes a street designation.

• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-145 to create an all-way stop at Nottoway Avenue and Fauquier Avenue (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-187 to designate the 5100 block of Beddington Road in honor of Raymond H. Boone and Jean P. Boone (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 19, 2023 and May 25, 2023 meetings

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee is considering several ordinances to amend the city budget and manage federal grants. These items include allocating ARPA funds for COVID-19 recovery and accepting HUD funds for community development projects. The committee will also review lease amendments for the Port of Richmond and a license agreement for the Public Safety Building demolition.

• Appropriation of $18,215,420.00 to various City departments and agencies
• Acceptance of $10,000,000.00 in ARPA funds for COVID-19 recovery efforts
• Acceptance of $9,085,062.00 in HUD funds for community development projects
• Lease amendment for the Port of Richmond at 5000 Deepwater Terminal Road
• License agreement with VCU Health System Authority for demolition at 50 North 10th Street

The committee forwarded several ordinances to the full Council with recommendations for approval, including the acceptance of federal pandemic recovery and housing funds. One ordinance regarding clean energy financing was continued to a later date, and another regarding a budget surplus was held pending a detailed breakdown.

• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Continued ORD. 2023-152 (clean energy financing) to July 20, 2023 (unanimous)
• Forwarded ORD. 2023-178 (Second District Council Funds) to Council with recommendation to approve (unanimous)
• Forwarded ORD. 2023-180 ($10M ARPA funds) to Council with recommendation to approve (unanimous)
• Forwarded ORD. 2023-182 ($11,034.83 for Emergency Shelter, Inc.) to Council with recommendation to approve (unanimous)
• Tabled ORD. 2023-179 ($18.2M estimated revenue appropriation) pending full line-item breakdown

City Council

The Richmond City Council will meet on June 12, 2023, to review several proposed ordinances. The agenda includes updates to tax relief thresholds for certain residents and various zoning amendments.

• Increasing income and financial worth thresholds for elderly and disabled tax relief
• Expanding the Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan by 2.85 acres
• Relocating polling places for Precinct 701 and Precinct 705
• Amending City Code regarding exotic and wild animals
• Transferring $14,295.00 from the Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities

Informal Meeting

The Richmond City Council will conduct an informal meeting including docket review and roll call. The agenda includes referring service delivery issues to City Administration. A closed session is scheduled to discuss Council Liaison compensation.

• Discussion of Council Liaison compensation in a closed session
• Referral of service delivery issues to City Administration

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The committee will review a report on the Inclement Weather Shelter run rate and response to questions. The agenda also includes an update from Richmond School Board leadership and approval of May 11, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Inclement Weather Shelter report (CD.2023.218)
• Richmond School Board update
• Approval of May 11, 2023, meeting minutes (CD.2023.209)

The committee approved the minutes from the May 11, 2023 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made, though members discussed inclement weather shelter funding and received an update from the Richmond School Board.

• Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will review plans for two new community centers at 2015 Ruffin Road and 1925 U Street. The meeting also includes consideration of Canal Walk renovations and green space enhancements at Hotchkiss Park.

• Canal Walk renovation near 211 S 14th Street for bike access
• Green space expansion at Hotchkiss Park, 715 E Brookland Park Boulevard
• New TB Smith Community Center review at 2015 Ruffin Road
• New community center review at Luck's Field, 1925 U Street

The committee recommended three projects for approval to the Planning Commission. These include renovations to the Canal Walk and new developments at Hotchkiss Park and two community centers.

• Recommended approval for Canal Walk bike access renovations at 211 S 14th Street (UDC 2023-09)
• Recommended approval with amendments for green space expansion at Hotchkiss Park, 715 E Brookland Park Boulevard (UDC 2023-12)
• Recommended approval with amendments for TB Smith Community Center at 2015 Ruffin Road (6-0)
• Recommended approval with amendments for community center at Luck's Field, 1925 U Street (6-0)

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will review staff reports regarding the Hotchkiss Roller Rink Mural and Greening Greater Fulton Gifts of Art. The agenda also includes a report on artist selection panel honoraria and a proposal related to the Southside Community Center Phase 2 project.

• Hotchkiss Roller Rink Mural application
• Artist Selection Panel Honoraria report
• Greening Greater Fulton sculpture and mural gifts
• Southside Community Center Phase 2 proposal

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing several applications for special exceptions and variances. These requests include new single-family homes, lot splits, and a proposed fire safety training facility.

• Fire safety training facility at 3000 EAST BELT BOULEVARD
• Two new single-family dwellings at 3323 ROSEWOOD AVENUE
• Home office accessory building at 2514 EAST FRANKLIN STREET
• New single-family dwelling at 51 WEST 27th STREET
• Lot split and new single-family dwelling at 2011 3rd AVENUE

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The committee will review several items related to a proposed resort casino project involving RVA Entertainment Holdings, LLC. Additionally, members will consider a performance grant agreement for an amphitheater at 470 Tredegar Street and a study for a National Slavery Museum location.

• Resort Casino Host Community Agreement with RVA Entertainment Holdings, LLC
• Community Support Agreement involving RVA Entertainment Holdings, LLC and Richmond VA Management, LLC
• Selection of RVA Entertainment Holdings, LLC as preferred casino gaming operator at 2001 Walmsley Boulevard and 4700 Trenton Avenue
• Richmond Riverfront Performing Arts Venue Performance Grant Agreement for 470 Tredegar Street
• Study to identify a location in Shockoe Bottom for the National Slavery Museum

The committee recommended the approval of three items related to a resort casino project, including a host community agreement and the selection of RVA Entertainment Holdings, LLC as the preferred operator. A grant agreement for a riverfront performing arts venue was also recommended for approval. A request for a National Slavery Museum location study was continued to July 3, 2023.

• Recommended approval of Resort Casino Host Community Agreement with RVA Entertainment Holdings, LLC (ORD. 2023-170)
• Recommended approval of Community Support Agreement with RVA Entertainment Holdings, LLC and Richmond VA Management, LLC (ORD. 2023-171)
• Recommended selection of RVA Entertainment Holdings, LLC as preferred casino gaming operator for 2001 Walmsley Boulevard and 4700 Trenton Avenue (RES. 2023-R027)
• Recommended approval of Performance Grant Agreement for amphitheater at 470 Tredegar Street (ORD. 2023-172)
• Continued study for National Slavery Museum location in Shockoe Bottom to July 3, 2023 (RES. 2023-R024)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use items, including community unit plan amendments and special use authorizations. Items include proposed changes for the Shops at Stratford Hills and Chippenham Forest Square, as well as residential and commercial uses in various districts.

• Amendment to increase Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan area by 2.85 acres
• Modification of parking requirements for a hotel at 1200-1206 East Cary
• Final community unit plan amendment for Walmart retail building at 2401 Sheila Lane
• Subdivision exception request for 1700 W Cary Street
• Special use for a two-family detached dwelling at 708 China Street

The Planning Commission recommended several special use ordinances to the City Council, including a large multifamily development and a two-family dwelling. The commission also approved a community unit plan amendment for Walmart and a subdivision exception. Two items regarding the Shops at Stratford Hills were continued to July 17, 2023.

• Recommended approval to City Council for 553-unit multifamily dwelling at 301 West 6th Street with added dog relief and pedestrian easement conditions
• Recommended approval to City Council for two-family detached dwelling at 708 China Street with updated plans
• Recommended approval to City Council for hotel parking modification at 1200-1206 East Cary
• Recommended approval to City Council for office/warehouse at 3207 Hermitage Road with delivery hour limits (8AM-6PM, Mon-Sat)
• Approved final community unit plan amendment for Walmart retail building at 2401 Sheila Lane
• Approved subdivision exception for 1700 W Cary Street
• Approved public access easement location at 2902 North Arthur Ashe Blvd
• Continued Shops at Stratford Hills ordinance and resolution to July 17, 2023

City Council

The City Council is introducing new legislation during this special meeting. The items include authorizing procurement methods for Fire Station 21 and Police Precinct 1, as well as a special use ordinance for 1213 Porter Street.

• Construction management procurement for Fire Station 21
• Construction management procurement for Police Precinct 1
• Special use ordinance for 1213 Porter Street

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing several items, including VDOT agreements for bridge and road improvements and a street light policy repeal. It will also consider the re-appropriation of $93,000 in housing funds and a donation for a new trail at Reedy Creek.

• Repeal of City street light policy (Ord. 222-375).
• VDOT agreements for Route 33, MLK Bridge, and various bridge replacements.
• $56,500 donation from Friends of The James River Park for Reedy Creek trail construction.
• Lease of 1904 North Hamilton Street to Ritchie Richmond, LLC for Fire and Emergency Services use.
• Re-appropriation of $93,000 in HOME funds to the Affordable Housing Pilot Program.

The committee unanimously voted to forward multiple ordinances to Council with recommendations for approval. These include funding for bridge and road rehabilitations, street name designations, and a lease for fire department storage.

• Recommended approval to repeal the 1997 street light policy (unanimous)
• Recommended approval to name East 15th Street (Hull St Rd to Maury St) in honor of Dr. Dwight Clinton Jones (unanimous)
• Recommended approval to name the 2800 block of P Street in honor of Reverend Dr. Robert L. Taylor (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of VDOT funding for Route 33 and Martin Luther King Bridge improvements (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of VDOT funding for Goodes Creek culvert and East Richmond Road bridge (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of VDOT funding for Manchester Canal and East Richmond Road bridges (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of VDOT funding for Hey Road widening and sidewalk construction (unanimous)
• Recommended approval to accept $56,500 in materials and services for a Reedy Creek trail (unanimous)

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to develop a plan for the city to acquire Evergreen Cemetery and East End Cemetery, preferably by gift. The agenda also includes an ordinance to relocate polling places for Precinct 701 and Precinct 705. Additionally, officials will present revisions to vehicle and equipment replacement policies.

• Relocation of polling places for Precinct 701 and Precinct 705 (Ord. 2023-144)
• Proposed acquisition of Evergreen Cemetery and East End Cemetery (Res. 2023-R011)
• Revision of Vehicle and Equipment Replacement Policy and Procedures
• Review of Council Performance Evaluation Instrument for Executive Managers

The committee recommended approval of an ordinance to relocate polling places for two precincts. A resolution regarding the acquisition of Evergreen and East End Cemeteries was continued to a later date.

• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-144 to relocate polling places for Precinct 701 and Precinct 705
• Continued RES. 2023-R011 regarding acquisition of Evergreen Cemetery and East End Cemetery to July 26, 2023

Public Safety Standing Committee

The Public Safety Standing Committee will meet to discuss drug crime with Interim Police Chief Rick Edwards. The committee will also review the minutes from the April 25, 2023 meeting.

• Discussion of Drug Crime with Interim Police Chief Rick Edwards
• Approval of April 25, 2023 Meeting Minutes

The committee approved the meeting minutes from April 25, 2023. The remainder of the meeting consisted of discussions regarding drug trafficking on Hanes Avenue, 911 dispatch protocols, and Richmond Ambulance Authority service charges.

• Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review is reviewing various building and renovation applications. Items include new single-family houses on Russell Street and a roof replacement on Monument Avenue. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Shockoe Small Area Plan.

• New single-family houses at 1014 and 1016 Russell Street
• Copper roof replacement at 2006 Monument Avenue
• Mural installation at 23 W Marshall Street
• NRHP nomination for Fay Towers
• NRHP nomination for Hermitage Road Warehouse District Expansion

The Commission approved several Certificates of Appropriateness for murals, sheds, and roofing. A request for an asphalt driveway on Hermitage Road was denied, and a proposal for a new home at 1014 Russell Street was deferred. The Commission also discussed the Shockoe Small Area Plan and reported several architectural violations.

• Approved mural at 23 W Marshall Street with conditions
• Approved rear shed at 2204 E. Broad Street with conditions
• Approved copper porch roof at 2006 Monument Avenue as submitted
• Approved masonry opening and window alteration at 411 Brook Road with conditions
• Denied asphalt driveway at 3909 Hermitage Road (8-0)
• Deferred new house construction at 1014 Russell Street (8-0)
• Approved new house construction at 1016 Russell Street with conditions

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances related to property special uses, zoning changes, and city code updates. The agenda includes items regarding residential dwellings, tax relief thresholds, and animal regulations.

• Special use for 708 China Street (two-family detached dwelling)
• Special use for 3019 Moss Side Avenue (accessory building dwelling unit)
• Special use for 910 Parrish Street (two single-family detached dwellings)
• Tax relief threshold increases for elderly and disabled persons
• Code amendment regarding exotic and wild animals

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

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss housing strategies. Topics include multi-family development incentives and the Richmond 300 single-family housing goals.

• Multi-family Development Incentives Through State and Local Programs
• Richmond 300 Single Family Housing Goals
• Affordable Housing Strategic Plan

The committee held a special meeting to discuss legislative and administrative options to incentivize developers to build affordable housing. No formal votes were taken or decisions finalized; the committee agreed to continue the discussion at a future meeting.

• Discussed current affordable housing incentives and their limitations for private developers
• Discussed the need for financial compensation for profit loss when building affordable units
• Discussed the potential for tax incentives and low income housing tax credits
• Proposed future meetings between developers and committee members to discuss specific project plans

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing several ordinances to align City Code with state law regarding taxes and energy financing. Members will also discuss a staff report concerning revisions to the city's Fund Balance Policy.

• Increasing income and wealth thresholds for elderly and disabled tax relief
• Renewing a lease for 20 parking spaces at 500 East Marshall Street
• Updating transient lodging tax regulations to align with state law
• Updating clean energy financing program regulations to align with state law
• Discussion regarding the revision of the Fund Balance Policy

The committee forwarded three ordinances to the City Council with recommendations for approval, including changes to tax relief thresholds and transient occupancy taxes. One ordinance regarding clean energy financing was continued to a later meeting.

• Recommended approval with amendment for ORD. 2023-114 to increase income and financial worth thresholds for elderly and disabled tax relief
• Recommended approval for ORD. 2023-143 to renew a lease for 20 parking spaces at 500 East Marshall Street to the federal government
• Recommended approval for ORD. 2023-151 to align City Code with state law regarding transient occupancy taxes
• Continued ORD. 2023-152 regarding commercial property assessed clean energy financing to the June 15, 2023 meeting

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a community unit plan for the Creighton Court Redevelopment, Phase A. The agenda also includes rezoning properties to transit-oriented districts and authorizing a $14,295 transfer for James River Park trail construction.

• Creighton Court Redevelopment Phase A plan for 68 townhomes and multi-family units
• Rezoning Semmes Avenue, West 12th Street, and McDonough Street to TOD-1 district
• Rezoning 1011 Commerce Road to TOD-1 Transit-Oriented Nodal District
• $14,295 budget transfer for a new pedestrian and bicycle trail at Reedy Creek
• Closing a portion of Jessamine Street and an alley near West Commerce Road

The Planning Commission approved a final community unit plan for the Creighton Court Redevelopment Phase A. Several other ordinances regarding special use permits, rezoning, and street closures were recommended for approval to the City Council. Multiple items, including an affordable housing program revision, were continued to future meetings.

• Approved Final Community Unit Plan for Creighton Court Redevelopment Phase A (68 townhomes and multi-family units)
• Recommended approval to City Council for special use of 601 and 603 West 19th Street
• Recommended approval to City Council for special use of 1700 North 21st Street
• Recommended approval to City Council for special use of 1700 West Cary Street
• Recommended approval to City Council for special use of 6 Dundee Avenue
• Recommended approval to City Council for rezoning of 1100 Semmes Ave, 411 West 12th St, 1100 McDonough St, and 1000 Semmes Ave to TOD-1
• Recommended approval to City Council for rezoning 1011 Commerce Road to TOD-1
• Recommended approval to City Council for $14,295 grant to Friends of The James River Park for Reedy Creek trail

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to create a Future of Workforce Commission. Presentations include updates on Richmond Public Schools Head Start initiatives and inclement weather shelters. The agenda also includes discussions regarding fiscal mapping and career pathways.

• Ordinance 2023-148: Establishing a Future of Workforce Commission
• Update on Inclement Weather Shelter
• Update on Richmond Public Schools Head Start Initiatives
• Richmond School Board update
• Discussion of Fiscal Mapping Project and Pathways for Careers and Education

The Education and Human Services Standing Committee reviewed an ordinance to create a Future of Workforce Commission. The item was forwarded to the May 22, 2023 Council meeting with a recommendation for approval.

• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-148 to establish a Future of Workforce Commission

City Council

The Richmond City Council is reviewing several items on its consent agenda, including residential special use permits and street designations. The meeting also includes the repeal of the city's street light policy and a request for a new speed table on Wood Street.

• Special use permit for up to 253 units at 3600 Grove Avenue
• Installation of a speed table in the 2100 block of Wood Street
• Repeal of the City of Richmond street light policy
• Designation of the 1800 block of South Meadow Street in honor of Ida Lee Cheatham
• Special use permit for up to 19 units at 310 West 31st Street

Informal Meeting

The City Council is holding an informal meeting to review the docket and address service delivery issues. Discussion includes traffic safety concerns related to Virginia Commonwealth University.

• Referral of Service Delivery Issues to City Administration
• Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Traffic Safety Concerns

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will review past meeting minutes and a secretary's report. The committee is also scheduled to consider an amendment to the VCU Standard Streetscape Encroachment Package.

• Amendment to VCU Standard Streetscape Encroachment Package (UDC 2023-06)
• Approval of meeting minutes from late 2022 and early 2023

The Urban Design Committee approved an amendment to the VCU Standard Streetscape Encroachment Package (UDC 2023-06). The meeting started 30 minutes late due to technical issues. The committee also approved minutes from five prior meetings (January 2, 2023; December 8, 2022; November 10, 2022; October 6, 2022; and September 29, 2022). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved VCU Standard Streetscape Encroachment Package amendment (UDC 2023-06)
• Approved January 2, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0-1, Quilici abstained)
• Approved December 8, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved October 6, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous, with minor format corrections delegated to staff)
• Approved September 29, 2022 special meeting minutes (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will review applications for building permits and lot splits in various districts. This includes requests for a home addition on Libbie Avenue and new dwellings on Rosewood Avenue. One application regarding a drive-up facility at West Broad Street was withdrawn.

• Addition to single-family dwelling at 24 LIBBIE AVENUE
• Lot split and two new dwellings at 3323 ROSEWOOD AVENUE
• Single-family dwelling permit at 3318 N STREET
• Withdrawn application for a restaurant with drive-up at 4800 WEST BROAD STREET

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to authorize a development agreement for the Diamond District. Members will also review a resolution requesting a location study for the National Slavery Museum in Shockoe Bottom.

• Diamond District Redevelopment Project Development Agreement (ORD. 2023-134)
• Study to identify a location for the National Slavery Museum in Shockoe Bottom (RES. 2023-R024)
• Fund Balance Policy Revision discussion
• Legislative and Budget Updates discussion

The committee recommended that Council approve an ordinance to execute the Diamond District Redevelopment Project Development Agreement. Members also voted to postpone a resolution regarding a study for the National Slavery Museum. Other items discussed included fund balance policy revisions and legislative updates.

• Recommended approval of Ord. 2023-134 for Diamond District Redevelopment Project (5-0)
• Approved continuing Res. 2023-R024 regarding National Slavery Museum study to June 5, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from April 3, 2023 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission recommended five special use ordinances to the City Council, including multifamily housing and wall signs. The Commission also approved a resolution for an electric vehicle charging station and a mural at Battery Park.

• Recommended approval of multifamily dwelling at 310 West 31st Street (7-0)
• Recommended approval of dwellings at 1402 North 32nd Street with amended plans (7-0)
• Recommended approval of single-family dwelling at 14 Granite Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended approval of wall signs at 600 Tredegar Street and 501 South 5th Street (7-0)
• Approved EV charging station amendment for Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan (7-0)
• Approved Battery Park Mural (7-0)
• Recommended approval of multifamily units at 2712 East Leigh Street (7-0)
• Recommended approval of 60.966± acres conveyance to Economic Development Authority (7-0)

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing several ordinances including a utility easement for South Laburnum Avenue and the repeal of a city street light policy. Members will also consider multiple street block honorific designations and an $8,000,000 federal grant for Maymont House Museum renovations.

• Vacating a utility easement at 5401 South Laburnum Avenue
• Repealing Ord. No. 97-105-173 regarding city street light policy
• Installing a speed table in the 2100 block of Wood Street
• Designating several street blocks for local residents
• Authorizing an $8,000,000 federal grant for Maymont House Museum renovations

The committee forwarded several ordinances to Council with recommendations for approval, including a grant for Maymont House Museum renovations and multiple street designations. One ordinance regarding street light policy was continued to a later date. The committee also recommended three board appointments.

• Recommended approval of $8M grant for Maymont House Museum and animal habitats (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of utility easement quitclaim for 5401 South Laburnum Avenue (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of speed table installation in 2100 block of Wood Street (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of street designations for Josie Samarah Cox, Ida Lee Cheatham, Bettie Elizabeth Boyers Cooper, Michael D. Simpson, Preston Brown, and Kirby Carmichael (Unanimous)
• Continued ORD. 2022-375 regarding street light policy to May 25, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)
• Recommended board appointments for Dakia Knight (City Planning Commission), Luis Huertas (Green City Commission), and Dyanne Broidy (RRHA) (Unanimous)

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will meet to discuss several upcoming projects. The agenda includes reviews of the Battery Park Mural and the Shockoe Hill African Burying Ground Mural, as well as discussion regarding Graffiti Park.

• Battery Park Mural (PAC 2023 - 003)
• Shockoe Hill African Burying Ground Mural (PAC 2023 - 004)
• Artist Selection Panel Honoraria (PAC 2023 - 005)
• The Shockoe Project Updates
• Graffiti Park Discussion

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution to develop a plan for the acquisition of Evergreen Cemetery and East End Cemetery, preferably by gift. Members will also discuss ordinances regarding animal care procedures and regulations for exotic animals. A report on participatory budgeting will be presented.

• Resolution to acquire Evergreen Cemetery and East End Cemetery properties
• Ordinance modifying animal care and control procedures
• Ordinance concerning exotic and wild animals
• Participatory Budgeting Steering Commission Report
• Discussion of Charter Review and Public Art Commissions

The committee recommended the approval of two ordinances modifying animal care and control policies, including a ban on exotic animal ownership. Several board reappointments were forwarded to Council, and a resolution regarding cemetery acquisition was postponed.

• Recommended approval of Ord. 2023-129 to modify animal care and control policies (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Ord. 2023-130 to eliminate the right to own exotic animals (unanimous)
• Recommended reappointment of Linda Jackson-Shaw to City Personnel Board (unanimous)
• Recommended reappointment of Emily Altman, Christine Peterson, and Janet Woody to Richmond Public Library Board (unanimous)
• Recommended reappointment of Patricia Cummins to Sister Cities Commission (unanimous)
• Continued Res. 2023-R011 regarding Evergreen and East End Cemetery acquisition to May 24, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes

Public Safety Standing Committee

The committee will review proposals to end several past emergency declarations, including those for COVID-19 and civil unrest. They will also consider relocating the Fire and Emergency Services training facility to 3000 East Belt Boulevard. Additionally, Interim Police Chief Rick Edwards will discuss noise ordinance enforcement.

• Contract modification for Seibert’s Towing services
• Repeal of emergency declarations for snowstorms, Hurricane Irene, and civil unrest
• Termination of the COVID-19 local emergency declaration
• Relocation of fire training facility to 3000 East Belt Boulevard
• Discussion on City Noise Ordinance enforcement

The Public Safety Standing Committee unanimously recommended several items for City Council approval, including the termination of emergency states for COVID-19 and past civil unrest. The committee also recommended approving a towing contract renewal and the relocation of a fire training facility. Four board reappointment applications were forwarded to Council.

• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended approval of towing contract renewal with Manchester Marketing, Inc. (ORD. 2023-128)
• Recommended termination of emergency states for snowstorms, Hurricane Irene, and civil unrest (RES. 2023-R021)
• Recommended termination of COVID-19 local emergency (RES. 2023-R022)
• Recommended overruling Planning Commission to relocate fire training facility to Hickory Hill Community Center (RES. 2023-R023)
• Recommended reappointment of Charlie Woodson, Jr. and Mathew Appleget to Towing Fees Advisory Board
• Recommended reappointment of Dr. John Lindstrom to Community Criminal Justice Board
• Recommended reappointment of Joseph Trapani to Richmond Ambulance Authority

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will consider several applications for property alterations. Items include new residential dwellings, multi-family buildings, and various exterior modifications.

• 14 S. 14th Street: Install wireless facilities on an existing building
• 1642 W. Grace Street: Paint exterior of masonry building dark blue
• 3909 Hermitage Road: Construct a front yard asphalt driveway
• 3601 E. Marshall Street: Construct a one-story rear addition
• 907 N. 24th Street: Construct a two-story single-family dwelling

The Commission of Architectural Review approved certificates of appropriateness for wireless facilities, a rear addition, a garage enlargement, and exterior painting. A request for a front yard asphalt driveway was deferred to allow the applicant to find an appropriate solution.

• Approved wireless facilities installation at 14 S. 14th Street (8-0)
• Approved one-story rear addition at 3601 E. Marshall Street with conditions (8-0)
• Approved garage enlargement and brick wall at 2915 Monument Avenue with conditions (8-0)
• Approved dark blue exterior paint at 1642 W. Grace Street (8-0)
• Deferred asphalt driveway application at 3909 Hermitage Road (8-0)
• Approved March 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The meeting includes discussions on various zoning amendments and special use permits. Several items, including a multifamily development at 3600 Grove Avenue, are scheduled for continuation to future meetings. The agenda also proposes repealing the prohibition of a roundabout at Hermitage Road and Laburnum Avenue.

• Repeal of ordinance prohibiting a roundabout at Hermitage Road and Laburnum Avenue
• Amendment to increase Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan by 2.85 acres
• Special use permit for up to 260 multifamily units at 3600 Grove Avenue
• Repeal of city code sections regarding off-street parking and loading requirements
• Special use permit for modular dwelling unit storage at 112 Carnation Street

Informal Meeting

The meeting includes a referral of service delivery issues to City Administration. A closed session is scheduled for public contract negotiations regarding the Diamond District Development.

• Public Contract Negotiation - Diamond District Development
• Referral of Service Delivery Issues to City Administration

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering the acquisition of several properties on South 14th Street to create a city green space and recreational area. This includes authorizing the Chief Administrative Officer to accept $7,500,000.00 from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation for the Stormwater Mayo Island Purchase project.

• Authorization of $7,500,000.00 from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation for the Stormwater Mayo Island Purchase
• Acquisition of properties at 501 South 14th Street, 501 1R South 14th Street, 503 South 14th Street, 505 South 14th Street, and 508 South 14th Street
• Acquisition of property owned by Alan T. Shaia and Wayne T. Shaia at 501 2R South 14th Street

The Planning Commission adopted a consent agenda recommending two ordinances to the City Council. These actions facilitate the purchase of Mayo Island for use as a city green space and recreational area.

• Recommended approval of Ord. 2023-123 to accept $7,500,000 from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation for the Mayo Island purchase (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Ord. 2023-124 to authorize the acquisition of real property parcels at 501, 501 1R, 503, 505, 508, and 501 2R South 14th Street (5-0)

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee will consider a cooperation agreement to redevelop the Creighton Court property at 3100 Nine Mile Road. Members will also review an ordinance to increase income and financial worth thresholds for elderly and disabled person tax relief. A quarterly report on board vacancies is also scheduled.

• Cooperation Agreement for Creighton Court redevelopment at 3100 Nine Mile Road
• Ordinance to increase income and financial worth thresholds for elderly and disabled tax relief
• Quarterly Board Vacancy Report

The committee recommended approval of a cooperation agreement for the redevelopment of 3100 Nine Mile Road. A proposal to increase income thresholds for elderly and disabled tax relief was continued to a later date.

• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-113 regarding redevelopment of Creighton Court at 3100 Nine Mile Road
• Continued ORD. 2023-114 regarding tax relief thresholds for elderly and disabled persons to May 18, 2023

Planning Commission

The commission is considering amendments to city code regarding off-street parking and accessory structures. The agenda also includes special use applications for various residential and commercial projects, including a 260-unit development at 3600 Grove Avenue. Several items were requested to be continued to future meeting dates.

• Proposed multifamily development of up to 260 units at 3600 Grove Avenue
• Amendments to city code regarding off-street parking and loading requirements
• Special use for modular dwelling unit storage at 112 Carnation Street
• Special use for a café and coffee production at 710 Lafayette Street

The Planning Commission recommended several ordinances to City Council, including a broad repeal of off-street parking and loading requirements. It also approved special use requests for residential and commercial properties and continued several other items to future meetings.

• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-101 to repeal various off-street parking and loading requirements (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 253-unit multifamily dwelling at 3600 Grove Avenue with reduced parking (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 140 single-family attached dwellings at 6140 Hull Street Road
• Recommended approval of modular dwelling assembly and storage at 112 Carnation Street
• Recommended approval of café and coffee roasting at 710 Lafayette Street
• Recommended approval of additional sign square footage at 326 East Broad Street
• Recommended approval of accessory dwelling units at 3019 Moss Side Avenue and 2113 North Avenue
• Continued Shops at Stratford Hills plan amendments to June 5, 2023 (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is conducting a budget work session regarding the proposed FY24 Richmond Government budget. This session includes continued discussion and finalization of proposed budget amendments.

• Council Final Proposed Budget Amendments for FY24

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The Education and Human Services Standing Committee will receive presentations regarding homeless shelter updates, Head Start, and Richmond Public Schools construction. The committee will also review the quarterly board vacancy report.

• Homeless Shelter Update and Plans Going Forward
• Inclement Weather Shelter FY23 Update
• Head Start Update
• Richmond Public Schools Construction Update
• Quarterly Board Vacancy Report

The committee unanimously approved forwarding several applications for board appointments and reappointments to Council. Members received updates on homeless shelter plans, Richmond Public Schools staffing and salaries, and the Head Start program. No other substantive policy decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of 11 appointments/reappointments to various advisory boards (Unanimous)
• Approved March 2, 2023 meeting minutes

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review meeting scheduled for April 11, 2023, was cancelled.

City Council

The City Council is considering several ordinances related to special uses, property acquisitions, and budget amendments. Key items include a $1,752,480.00 appropriation for the Pathways Program and discussions on multiple residential zoning requests.

• Re-appropriate $1,752,480.00 to fund the Great Aspirations Scholarship Program's Pathways Program
• Special use of 1619 West Cary Street for two two-family detached dwellings
• Special use of 3600 Grove Avenue for a multifamily dwelling up to 260 units
• Acquisition of properties at 400 East 15th Street, 426 East 15th Street, and 1421 Dinwiddie Avenue for green space
• Acceptance of $2,688.00 from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality for litter control

Informal Meeting

The Richmond City Council will hold an informal meeting to review service delivery issues. The agenda also includes closed sessions regarding the City Attorney's appointment and salary, as well as real property acquisition for Mayo Island.

• Referral of Service Delivery Issues to City Administration
• Closed Session: City Attorney appointment and salary
• Closed Session: Acquisition of Real Property - Mayo Island

City Council

The Richmond City Council is holding a budget work session to discuss the proposed FY 2024 budget amendments. The session includes presentations and discussions intended to prepare the final council proposal.

• Presentation, discussion, and preparation of Final Council Proposed FY 2024 Budget Amendments

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board is reviewing applications for special exceptions and a variance regarding residential lot splits, accessory buildings, and religious facility additions. The meeting also includes the approval of March 2023 minutes.

• Lot split and single-family dwelling at 1828 & 1830 National Street
• One-story shed permit at 1016 West 48th Street
• Elevator addition to a place of worship at 2200 Fairfax Avenue
• Approval of March 2023 minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals met on April 5, 2023. The only substantive action recorded in the minutes was the approval of the March 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved March 2023 Minutes

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The committee will review an ordinance to re-appropriate funds from the previous fiscal year's fund balance. These funds would create a new line item for the Great Aspirations Scholarship Program, Inc. (Pathways Program) to support Richmond Public Schools graduates.

• Ordinance 2023-080: Re-appropriation of $1,752,480.00 for the Pathways Program
• Quarterly Board Vacancy Report

The committee recommended approval of an ordinance to allocate $1,752,480 for the Pathways Program to support Richmond Public Schools graduates. It also recommended several appointments to city boards and commissions.

• Recommended approval of Ord. 2023-080 to appropriate $1,752,480 for the Pathways Program (6-0)
• Recommended reappointment of William Chaney to Audit Committee (5-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Esson Miller, Jr. to Ethics Reform Commission (5-0)
• Recommended appointment of Joan Saffer to Ethics Reform Commission (5-0)
• Recommended appointment of Charlie Williams to Ethics Reform Commission (5-0)
• Recommended appointment of Joseph Brooks to Maggie L. Walker Initiative Citizens Advisory Board (5-0)
• Recommended appointment of Shelley Allmond to Maggie L. Walker Initiative Citizens Advisory Board (5-0)
• Approved March 6, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Commission is reviewing several special use applications for residential dwellings, a telecommunications tower amendment, and city property acquisitions. The agenda also includes a review of a proposed Fire Department Training Facility and a presentation on the Richmond 300 Master Plan.

• Special use for up to 260 dwelling units at 3600 Grove Avenue
• Special use for two two-family detached dwellings at 1619 West Cary Street
• Amendment to remove wireless provider limitations at 701 German School Road
• Acquisition of properties at 400 East 15th Street, 426 East 15th Street, and 1421 Dinwiddie Avenue for green space
• Review of Fire Department Training Facility at 3000 East Boulevard

The Planning Commission denied a request for a fire department training facility at 3000 East Belt Boulevard, citing environmental and neighborhood impacts. Several other special use ordinances for residential dwellings and city easements were recommended for approval to the City Council.

• Denied Fire Department Training Facility at 3000 East Belt Boulevard (3-2)
• Recommended approval for two-family dwellings at 1619 West Cary Street (5-0)
• Recommended approval for telecommunications tower updates at 701 German School Road (5-0)
• Recommended approval for two-family dwellings at 2100-2104 Newbourne Street (5-0)
• Recommended approval for two-family dwellings at 2110-2114 Newbourne Street (5-0)
• Recommended approval to acquire parcels at 400 E 15th St, 426 E 15th St, and 1421 Dinwiddie Ave for green space (5-0)
• Recommended approval for two easements at 800 North 5th Street for the Commonwealth of Virginia (5-0)
• Recommended approval with amendments for multifamily and single-family units at 815 North 35th Street and 823 North 36th Street (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is conducting a budget work session focused on real estate revenue projections. The session includes presentations on fiscal year 2024 revenue and responses to council priority requests. Members will also discuss draft amendments to the Mayor's proposed budget submission.

• Presentation on Real Estate Revenue Budget Projections
• Council Priority Requests and Admin Responses Presentation
• Discussion of Draft Amendments of Mayor's Proposed Budget Submission
• Closed session regarding a prospective candidate for City Attorney

The City Council conducted a budget work session featuring presentations on FY24 real estate and general revenue projections. Members discussed draft amendments to the Mayor's proposed budget. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

City Council

The City Council is considering an ordinance to amend the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 General Fund Budget. The proposal would re-appropriate excess funds from the previous fiscal year to create and fund a 'Great Aspirations Scholarship Program, Inc. (Pathways Program)' for Richmond Public Schools graduates.

• Amendment of Ord. No. 2022-055 regarding the General Fund Budget
• Re-appropriation of $1,752,480.00 from the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 fund balance excess
• Creation of 'Great Aspirations Scholarship Program, Inc. (Pathways Program - Great Aspirations Scholarship Program)' line item

Public Safety Standing Committee

The committee will review the Richmond Ambulance Authority 2022 Annual Report presentation. Discussion includes speeding mitigation and a report on board vacancies.

• Richmond Ambulance Authority 2022 Annual Report presentation
• Speeding Mitigation discussion
• Board Vacancy Report

The Public Safety Standing Committee approved the February 28, 2023, meeting minutes and recommended one board appointment to Council. The committee also received reports on traffic safety, ambulance authority operations, and fire department staffing.

• Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended Andrew Walker for appointment to the Richmond Ambulance Authority board (unanimous)

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will review several applications for property modifications and new builds. Items include mural installations, window replacements, and the construction of single-family dwellings.

• Murals at 313 N. Monroe Street, 324 N. 27th Street, and 301 W. Broad Street
• Window replacement at 604 St. James Street
• Porch enclosure at 608 N. 27th Street
• Roofing change at 905 N. Belmont Avenue
• New single-family dwellings at 1014 Russell Street, 1016 Russell Street, 220 N 20th Street, and 907 N 24th Street

The Commission approved the retention of a mural on a single-family dwelling at 313 N. Monroe Street, requiring the installation of coping on the parapet wall and chimneys to prevent water damage. Other decisions included approving window replacements and a walk-up ATM installation. The Commission denied a request to use asphalt shingles at 905 N. Belmont Avenue, approving synthetic barrel tiles instead.

• Approved mural retention at 313 N. Monroe Street with required coping on parapet and chimneys (7-1)
• Approved synthetic barrel tile installation at 905 N. Belmont Avenue; denied asphalt shingles (8-0)
• Approved aluminum clad wood window replacement at 604 St. James Street (8-0)
• Approved enclosure of two-story rear porch at 608 N. 27th Street (8-0)
• Approved mural installation at 301 W. Broad Street with specific painting restrictions (8-0)
• Approved mural installation at 324 N. 27th Street (5-2)
• Approved walk-up ATM and accessible door at 1200 E. Cary Street (7-1)
• Approved January and February 2023 meeting minutes (7-0 each)

City Council

The Richmond City Council is reviewing several rezoning and special use requests for residential and mixed-use developments. The meeting also includes a budget amendment to fund a new pathways program for school graduates. Several items, such as a speed table on Wood Street, have been continued to later dates.

• Budget amendment of $1,752,480.00 for the Great Aspirations Scholarship Program Pathways Program
• Rezoning 1400-1406 Bryan Street to R-63 Multifamily Urban Residential District
• Special use authorization for mixed-use building at 310 West Brookland Park Boulevard
• Amendment to Waste Management of Virginia, Inc. franchise agreement regarding fee adjustments
• Renewal of agreement with Richmond First Tee for the Elson Redmond Memorial Driving Range

Informal Meeting

The City Council will conduct an informal meeting including a discussion on the Mobile Home Replacement Program. The agenda also includes a closed session regarding real property acquisition and public contracts for development projects.

• Mobile Home Replacement Program Update
• Acquisition of Real Property (Closed Session)
• Public Contract for Development Project (Closed Session)

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The LUHT Committee is reviewing several items related to city infrastructure and housing. This includes a plan to receive over $5.8 million in HOME-ARP funds and the potential installation of a roundabout at Hermitage Road and Laburnum Avenue. The committee will also discuss future housing growth nodes and transit corridors.

• Repealing an ordinance that prohibited a roundabout at Hermitage Road and Laburnum Avenue
• Renewing the agreement for Richmond First Tee to use Elson Redmond Memorial Driving Range
• Grant contract for stormwater improvements at East End Branch library
• Submitting a plan to receive $5,840,854 in HOME-ARP funds
• Discussion on Future Housing Plan growth nodes and transit corridors

The committee unanimously recommended several ordinances for Council approval, including a request for $5.8 million in HUD HOME-ARP funds and a lease renewal for the Elson Redmond Memorial Driving Range. Other actions included recommending the repeal of a roundabout prohibition and approving a utility easement quitclaim. The committee also discussed future affordable housing plans and growth nodes.

• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-088 for $5,840,854.00 in HUD HOME-ARP funds (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-070 to renew lease for Richmond First Tee at Elson Redmond Memorial Driving Range (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-057 to repeal prohibition of a roundabout at Hermitage Road and Laburnum Avenue (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-089 for green infrastructure funding at East End Branch library (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-086 to revise entities eligible for ARPA housing grants and loans (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-087 to vacate utility easements at 1809 Roane Street (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from February 23, 2023

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will meet to review a graffiti wall proposal and honoraria for artist selection panelists. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from October 2022 and January 2023.

• Graffiti wall proposal by Ian Hess
• Staff Report regarding Honoraria for Artist Selection Panelists (PAC2023 - 923)

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will hear presentations regarding the Department of Public Utilities rate-setting process and proposed FY24 rates. It will also consider an amendment to a franchise agreement with Waste Management of Virginia, Inc. and updates to the City Code for the History and Culture Commission.

• Proposed FY24 Department of Public Utilities rate increases
• Amendment to Waste Management of Virginia, Inc. franchise agreement regarding fee adjustments
• Amendments to City Code concerning the History and Culture Commission
• Presentation on an overview of city facilities
• Discussion on committee assignments for boards and commissions

The committee unanimously recommended two ordinances for Council approval regarding waste management fees and the History and Culture Commission. Members also received presentations on Department of Public Utilities rates and city facilities.

• Approved February 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended approval of Ord. 2023-069 to link Waste Management of Virginia, Inc. fee adjustments to the Consumer Price Index (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Ord. 2023-085 to revise the duties and size of the History and Culture Commission (unanimous)
• Approved motion to allow Member Stephanie Lynch to participate via Microsoft Teams (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use items, including a proposed Fire Department Training Facility and the demolition of George Wythe High School. The agenda includes multiple requests for special use authorizations and rezoning actions across various city districts.

• Revision of the Affordable Housing Dwelling Unit Density Program (Ord. 2022-191)
• Fire Department Training Facility at 3000 East Belt Boulevard (UDC 2023-02)
• Demolition of George Wythe High School and construction of a new school at 4314 Crutchfield Street (UDC 2023-07)
• Rezoning of 1400, 1402, 1404, and 1406 Bryan Street to R-63 Multifamily Urban Residential (Ord. 2023-060)
• Special use for a multifamily dwelling at 3600 Grove Avenue (Ord. 2023-068)

The Planning Commission denied a resolution to add an appendix to the City's Master Plan. Several rezoning and special use ordinances were recommended for City Council approval, while others were continued to future meetings.

• Denied resolution to amend City Master Plan with Appendix D (7-1)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 1400-1406 Bryan Street to R-63 (8-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 2104 and 2108 Sale Street to R-63 (8-0)
• Recommended approval of special use for 1005 and 1007 North 27th Street (8-0)
• Recommended approval of special use for 201 West Blake Lane (8-0)
• Recommended approval of special use for 822 Blanton Avenue (8-0)
• Recommended approval of special use for 310 West Brookland Park Boulevard (8-0)
• Recommended approval of special use for 707 North 31st Street (unanimous)

City Council

This budget work session includes an analysis of the Mayor's proposed budget submission. The Council will also discuss the FY 2024 Compensation and Pay Plan for Personnel. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters and development project contracts, including the Diamond District.

• FY 2024 Compensation and Pay Plan for Personnel
• Analysis of Mayor's Proposed Budget Submission
• Public contract for Diamond District development project

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee will consider a budget amendment to fund downtown graffiti removal. Members will also review an agreement for small business assistance and a proposed Tourism Improvement District Plan.

• Transfer of $75,000.00 from Department of Public Works for Venture Richmond Inc. (Graffiti Removal - Downtown)
• Cooperation Agreement between the City and Economic Development Authority for small business grants
• Public hearing for a proposed Tourism Improvement District Plan

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee forwarded three items to the March 27, 2023 Council meeting with recommendations to approve. These include a budget transfer for graffiti removal and a cooperation agreement for small business assistance.

• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-083 to transfer $75,000.00 from Department of Public Works to Venture Richmond Inc. for downtown graffiti removal
• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-084 to authorize a Cooperation Agreement with the Economic Development Authority for small business grants and technical assistance
• Recommended approval of RES. 2023-R018 to set a public hearing on a proposed Tourism Improvement District Plan

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several action items including property use authorizations and budget adjustments. The meeting includes a consent agenda for routine business and notes that public hearings for budget-related papers will occur on March 27, 2023.

• Special use authorization for mixed-use building at 401 South Stafford Avenue
• Closing of an alley bounded by East 6th Street, Albany Avenue, East 7th Street, and Maury Street
• Solar panel training program grant contract with Bridging The Gap In Virginia
• Allocation of Fifth District Council Member funds via Ord. 2022-055
• Transfer of $250,000.00 for Sprout School capital costs in Oregon Hill

Informal Meeting

The City Council will conduct an informal meeting including a docket review and the referral of service delivery issues to City Administration. A closed session regarding a personnel matter is also scheduled.

• Referral of Service Delivery Issues to City Administration
• Closed Session: Personnel Matter - City Attorney

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will review the location, character, and extent of two major projects. These include a proposed Fire Department Training Facility on East Belt Boulevard and a new high school at 4314 Crutchfield Street.

• Location, Character, and Extent review for Fire Department Training Facility at 3000 East Belt Boulevard
• Location, Character, and Extent review to demolish George Wythe High School and construct a new high school at 4314 Crutchfield Street
• Amendment to VCU Standard Streetscape Encroachment guidelines

The Urban Design Committee recommended the denial of a proposed fire training facility and recommended the approval of a new high school project with specific conditions. One item regarding VCU streetscape encroachment was withdrawn.

• Recommended denial of Fire Department Training Facility at 3000 East Belt Boulevard to the Planning Commission (8-2)
• Recommended approval with conditions of George Wythe High School demolition and reconstruction at 4314 Crutchfield Street (9-1)
• Withdrawn: VCU Standard Streetscape Encroachment Package (UDC 2023-06)

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The Organizational Development Standing Committee will receive a report regarding the Richmond Ambulance Authority. The update is being presented by Robert Bobb and Heather Ness of The Robert Bobb Group, LLC.

• Richmond Ambulance Authority (RAA) Final Recommendation Report

The committee approved the minutes from the February 6, 2023 meeting. Members received a presentation on the Richmond Ambulance Authority's goals and priorities for the coming year. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved February 6, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several zoning ordinance amendments related to the Richmond 300 Master Plan. Discussions include creating a Stadium District Signage Overlay for the Diamond District and amending parking requirements.

• Alley closure near East 6th Street, Albany Avenue, East 7th Street, and Maury Street
• Subdivision exception for 5300 Hull Street
• Amendment of TOD-1 district per Richmond 300 Master Plan
• Creation of a Stadium District Signage Overlay for the Diamond District
• Amendments to sections referencing required parking and loading spaces

The Planning Commission adopted several resolutions to amend the zoning ordinance, including the creation of a Stadium District Signage Overlay and changes to the TOD-1 district. The commission also approved a subdivision exception and recommended the closure of a small alley for public use.

• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-055 to close a 245± sq ft alley (6-0)
• Approved subdivision exception for 5300 Hull Street and 5311, 5315, and 5323 Warwick Road (6-0)
• Adopted resolution to amend zoning ordinance regarding parking and loading spaces (5-1)
• Adopted resolution to amend TOD-1 district per Richmond 300 Master Plan (7-0)
• Adopted resolution to create Stadium District Signage Overlay (7-0)
• Adopted resolution to map Stadium District Signage Overlay boundaries (7-0)
• Adopted Richmond 300 Amendment: Appendix D Draft Presentation (5-0)
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting featuring a formal budget presentation by Mayor Levar M. Stoney. The Council will also consider legislation regarding construction management for two community center projects.

• Formal Budget Presentation by Mayor Levar M. Stoney
• Resolution for Thomas B. Smith Community Center construction method
• Resolution for Lucks Field Community Center construction method

City Council adopted a resolution to use the construction management procurement method for the Thomas B. Smith and Lucks Field Community Centers. Several ordinances regarding the 2023-2024 budget, pay plans, and bond issuances were introduced for a public hearing on March 27, 2023.

• Adopted RES. 2023-R015 to authorize construction management procurement for Thomas B. Smith and Lucks Field Community Centers

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The committee will review construction timelines for George Wythe High School and William Fox Elementary School. Members will also receive budget and board updates from Richmond Public Schools leadership.

• Authorization of a Bridging the Gap in Virginia Grant Contract for a solar panel training program
• Review of George Wythe High School & William Fox Elementary School construction timelines
• School Board Budget Update by Superintendent Jason Kamras
• Richmond School Board Update by Vice Chair Cheryl Burke
• Fiscal Mapping for Shared Priorities presentation

The Education and Human Services Standing Committee reviewed a contract to implement a solar panel training program. The item was forwarded to the March 13, 2023 Council meeting with a recommendation to approve.

• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-056 for Bridging the Gap in Virginia Grant Contract

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board is reviewing several applications for special exceptions related to residential construction. These include requests to rebuild or add onto existing single-family dwellings where current zoning setback or lot coverage requirements are not met.

• Siwel Renovations, LLC: request to rebuild and enlarge a dwelling at 6418 STUART AVENUE
• Greg DiCrosta and Noelle Giles: request for a single-family dwelling addition at 4401 SOUTH WILLETTA DRIVE
• Dennis J Rudzinski, Jr. & Angela Foster: request for a one story rear addition at 307 NORTH ROWLAND STREET

Public Safety Standing Committee

The committee will review the minutes from the January 24, 2023 meeting and hear a presentation regarding the Marcus Alert program. The agenda also includes discussions on a speeding program and graffiti mitigation.

• Marcus Alert presentation by Richmond Behavior Health Authority
• Discussion of Speeding Program
• Discussion of Graffiti Mitigation
• Approval of January 24, 2023 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the January 24, 2023 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the session consisted of presentations and discussions regarding the Marcus Alert program, a speeding reduction plan, and graffiti mitigation.

• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will consider applications for several new constructions and exterior property alterations. The agenda includes reviews for window replacements, roof changes, and building expansions. The meeting also covers administrative and enforcement reports.

• New three-story attached dwelling at 2210 E Marshall Street
• Roof replacement with faux slate at 12 N Arthur Ashe Boulevard
• Window replacement with vinyl at 3315 E Marshall Street
• Rear façade alterations and new accessory building at 612 N 27th Street
• New four-story mixed-use building at 210 W Marshall Street

The Commission of Architectural Review approved three Certificates of Appropriateness for residential construction and alterations. It denied the installation of vinyl windows at 3315 E Marshall Street and partially approved exterior alterations at 610 N 27th Street. Two projects underwent conceptual review without final decision.

• Approved new three-story dwelling at 2210 E Marshall Street with conditions on color and HVAC screening (7-1)
• Approved rear façade alterations and accessory building at 612 N 27th Street (8-0)
• Approved faux slate roof replacement at 12 N Arthur Ashe Boulevard (8-0)
• Denied front façade vinyl window replacement at 3315 E Marshall Street and deferred rear/side windows (8-0)
• Partially approved alterations at 610 N 27th Street; denied front second-story window replacement and aluminum wrapping (7-0)
• Conceptually reviewed building expansion at 2202 Jefferson Avenue
• Conceptually reviewed new four-story mixed-use building at 210 W Marshall Street

City Council

The Richmond City Council is considering ordinances to accept state grants for a real-time crime center and university campus safety. The agenda also includes a proposal to close a portion of South 9th Street on Brown's Island. Several zoning and policy items are scheduled for continuation or amendment.

• Acceptance of $750,000 for real-time crime center technology and equipment
• Acceptance of $1,000,000 for Virginia Union University campus safety initiatives
• Ordinance to close 3,936± square feet of South 9th Street on Brown's Island
• $75,000 grant for the stabilization of Moore Street School

Informal Meeting

The meeting includes the referral of service delivery issues to City Administration. A closed session is also scheduled regarding a public contract for a development project.

• Referral of service delivery issues to City Administration
• Closed session regarding a public contract for a development project

City Council

The Richmond City Council is conducting a budget work session to discuss priority setting. This includes discussions on shared budget priorities and operating budget priorities. The council and staff will also discuss CIP priorities.

• Council Shared Budget Priority Setting
• Discussion of Operating Budget Priorities
• Discussion of CIP Priorities

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee will consider repealing the city's street light policy ordinance. It will also review an agreement with VDOT for utility adjustments at U.S. Route 1 and Hopkins Road. Discussion items include safer streets and trail projects.

• Repeal of Ordinance No. 97-105-173 regarding street light policy
• Agreement with VDOT for water and sewer adjustments at U.S. Route 1 and Hopkins Road
• Naming the alley bounded by South Lombardy, West Main, South Plum, and West Cary "Blueberry Alley"
• Discussion on Department of Transportation and Safer Streets
• Discussion on Fall Line Trail and Bridge Projects

The committee forwarded two items to the City Council with recommendations for approval: an agreement for water and sewer facility adjustments and the naming of Blueberry Alley. A proposal to repeal the city's streetlight policy was continued to April.

• Approved minutes from January 26, 2023
• Continued ORD. 2022-375 (repeal of streetlight policy) to April 27, 2023 (2-0)
• Forwarded ORD. 2023-054 (water and sewer facility adjustments at U.S. Route 1 and Hopkins Road) to Council with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Forwarded RES. 2023-R012 (naming alley 'Blueberry Alley') to Council with recommendation to approve (2-0)

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will review progress on the Combined Sewer System 2035 Plan and DPU rate setting process. It will also consider a request to develop a plan to acquire Evergreen Cemetery and East End Cemetery, preferably by gift. A quarterly report on board vacancies will be presented.

• Presentation on Combined Sewer System (CSS) Program 2035 Plan progress and DPU rate setting
• Request for a plan to acquire Evergreen Cemetery and East End Cemetery (RES. 2023-R011)
• Quarterly Board Vacancy Report

The committee recommended two individuals for board appointments and continued a resolution regarding the acquisition of two cemeteries to a future meeting. A presentation was given on the Combined Sewer System program and the DPU rate setting process.

• Recommended Daisy Weaver and John Girardi for the City Charter Review Commission 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued RES. 2023-R011 regarding Evergreen and East End Cemetery acquisition to April 26, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved January 25, 2023 meeting minutes as presented

Planning Commission

The commission reviewed a $3,500,000 fund transfer for the Diamond baseball stadium and a special use permit for 401 South Stafford Avenue. Several other items regarding training facilities and community unit plans were requested to be continued to future meetings.

• $3,500,000 transfer for 'Diamond Capital Maintenance' project
• Special use permit for mixed-use building at 401 South Stafford Avenue
• Closing a portion of South 9th Street on Brown's Island to public use
• Establishment of the Zoning Ordinance Re-Write Advisory Council

The Planning Commission recommended several ordinances to City Council, including funding for the Diamond baseball stadium and a street closure on Brown's Island. The commission also approved the establishment of a Zoning Ordinance Re-Write Advisory Council and a bridge replacement project on E. Broad Street.

• Recommended approval of $3.5M for Diamond Capital Maintenance project
• Recommended approval to close portion of South 9th Street on Brown's Island
• Recommended approval with conditions for mixed-use building at 401 South Stafford Avenue
• Approved bridge replacement at 1554 E. Broad Street (7-0)
• Adopted resolution to establish Zoning Ordinance Re-Write Advisory Council (6-0)
• Approved bridge replacement on Hull Street over Manchester Canal with conditions
• Continued Fire Department Training Facility review to March 20, 2023 (7-0)
• Continued Shops at Stratford Hills items to April 17, 2023 (unanimous)

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee will consider several items, including a lease amendment for a parking facility at 501 North 7th Street. The committee will also review personal property tax relief rates for vehicles and the City's participation in an opioid-related settlement involving multiple corporations. Additionally, an ordinance regarding fees for using public parks and facilities is up for consideration.

• Lease amendment for 501 North 7th Street to prohibit certain telecommunications and surveillance equipment
• Participation in opioid-related settlements with Teva, Allergan, Walmart, Walgreens, and CVS
• Personal property tax relief rates for qualifying vehicles for the 2023 tax year
• Amendments to City Code regarding fees and exceptions for using public grounds and facilities

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee unanimously recommended four items for Council approval, including a settlement for opioid-related claims and a fee exemption for registered civic associations using city park facilities. The committee also recommended a personal property tax relief rate and a lease amendment for a city-owned parking facility.

• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-051 to allow registered civic associations to use park facilities at no cost (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-052 to amend a U.S. Government Lease for a parking facility at 501 North 7th Street (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of RES. 2023-R009 setting the 2023 personal property tax relief rate at 22.9% (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of RES. 2023-R010 to participate in opioid-related settlements against Teva, Allergan, Walmart, Walgreens, and CVS (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from January 19, 2023

City Council

The council is considering ordinances for pedestrian safety on West Main Street and designating Bellemeade Park as open space. Several housing and zoning items have been postponed to future meeting dates.

• Pedestrian safety and access improvements along West Main Street
• Designation of Bellemeade Park parcels as permanent open-space land
• Installation of all-way stop signs at East 10th Street and Hull Street
• Naming the 4300 block of Corbin Street after Juliette Stephens Hamilton
• Modifying quorum requirements for the Maggie L. Walker Initiative Board

Informal Meeting

The City of Richmond will hold an informal meeting to discuss the Council Budget Priorities Survey and refer service delivery issues to City Administration. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as docket review.

• Referral of Service Delivery Issues to City Administration
• Council Budget Priorities Survey

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The committee will discuss next steps from a joint City Council and School Board meeting. The agenda also includes an update on Richmond Public Schools and an introduction to fiscal mapping for shared priorities.

• Richmond Public Schools (RPS) update from Superintendent Jason Kamras
• Introduction to Fiscal Mapping for Shared Priorities
• Review of Boards and Commissions Reassignment Document
• Approval of January 12, 2023 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the January 12, 2023 meeting. Members discussed the potential use of fiscal mapping to identify student and family resources and reviewed proposed reassignments for boards and commissions.

• Approved January 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will review bridge replacements on E. Broad Street and Hull Street. The committee will also conduct a final review of the proposed Fire Department Training Facility at 3000 East Belt Boulevard. A consultation regarding the Mayo Bridge Replacement Project is also scheduled.

• Review of bridge replacement at 1554 E. Broad Street
• Consultation on preliminary design for the Mayo Bridge Replacement Project
• Review of bridge replacement on Hull Street over the Manchester Canal
• Final review of proposed Fire Department Training Facility at 3000 East Belt Boulevard

The Urban Design Committee recommended approval with conditions for bridge replacements on Hull Street and E. Broad Street. The committee also recommended a continuance for the Fire Department Training Facility project. One item regarding a bridge on E. Broad Street was withdrawn.

• Recommended approval with conditions for Hull Street bridge replacement over Manchester Canal (9-0)
• Recommended approval with conditions for E. Broad Street bridge replacement at 1554 E. Broad Street (9-0)
• Recommended continuance to Planning Commission for Fire Department Training Facility at 3000 East Belt Boulevard (9-0)
• Withdrew review of bridge replacement at 1554 E. Broad Street (9-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review amendments to the Affordable Dwelling Unit Density Program and several subdivision exceptions. Several special use applications have been requested for continuance to future meetings.

• Amendments to the Affordable Dwelling Unit Density Program (Ord. 2022-191)
• Special use request for a two-family dwelling at 823 China Street
• Special use request for a food bank at 1400 Perry Street
• Subdivision exception for Liberty Place Townhomes on Belt Boulevard
• Subdivision exception for 523, 525, and 527 North 21st Street

The Planning Commission appointed Rodney Poole as Chair and Elizabeth Greenfield as Vice Chair. The commission approved two subdivision exceptions and recommended two special use ordinances for City Council approval. Several other ordinances and a report were continued to future meetings.

• Appointed Rodney Poole as Chair (Unanimous)
• Appointed Elizabeth Greenfield as Vice Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved January 3, 2023 Minutes (6-1-1)
• Approved December 5, 2022 Minutes (8-0)
• Recommended approval to City Council for special use of 823 China Street (8-0)
• Recommended approval to City Council for food bank accessory use at 1400 Perry Street (8-0)
• Approved subdivision exception for Liberty Place Townhomes (8-0)
• Approved subdivision exception for 523, 525, and 527 North 21st Street (8-0)

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The Organizational Development Standing Committee will review the 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and an American Rescue Plan Act quarterly update. The meeting also includes discussions on council budget priorities and plans for Phase Two of the Fiscal and Efficiency Study.

• 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report presentation
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) quarterly report
• Central Virginia Transportation Authority (CVTA) update
• Plans for Phase Two of the Fiscal and Efficiency Study
• Discussion regarding Council budget priorities

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing several applications for building permits and zoning exceptions. These include requests for a lot split on Carolina Avenue, a footprint enlargement on Stuart Avenue, and a variance for construction on Granite Avenue. The Board will also approve the January 2023 meeting minutes.

• Special exception application for a lot split and new dwelling at 3424 Carolina Avenue
• Special exception application to enlarge a building footprint at 6418 Stuart Avenue
• Variance application for a new single-family dwelling and garage at 120 Granite Avenue
• Approval of January 2023 minutes

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing multiple agreements with the Virginia Department of Transportation to fund various street and transit infrastructure projects. The agenda also includes updates to shared mobility device regulations and a request regarding a park conservation easement.

• Repeal of City street light policy (Ord. 2022-375)
• All-way stop signs at East 10th Street and Hull Street (Ord. 2022-346)
• Amendments to shared mobility device fees and operating hours (Ord. 2023-029)
• VDOT funding for various Bus Rapid Transit station improvements (Ords. 2023-036, 2023-037, 2023-044)
• Conservation easement for Samuel Pleasants Parsons Linear Park (Res. 2022-R079)

The Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee forwarded 23 items to the February 13, 2022 Council meeting with recommendations to approve. These include various VDOT funding agreements for pedestrian and bicycle safety, a climate equity action plan, and shared mobility device updates. One ordinance regarding street light policy was continued to February 23, 2023.

• Recommended approval of VDOT funding for pedestrian safety on West Main Street, Forest Hill Avenue, and West Cary Street
• Recommended approval of a pedestrian hybrid beacon at Hull Street and East 29th Street
• Recommended approval of multimodal improvements for East Riverfront, Rockets Landing, and Scott’s Addition BRT stations
• Recommended approval of VDOT funding for the Richmond Bike Master Plan and Fall Line Trail improvements
• Recommended approval of amendments to shared mobility device permits, fees, and operating hours
• Recommended approval of the RVAgreen 2050: Climate Equity Action Plan 2030
• Recommended approval of a $52,000 grant for public art at Hillside Court Apartments
• Continued ORD. 2022-375 regarding street light policy to February 23, 2023

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will meet to review items including the East End Library, Southside Community Center Phase 2, and Slave Trail Trailhead. The agenda does not provide specific details on proposed actions or decisions for these items.

• East End Library
• Southside Community Center Phase 2
• Slave Trail Trailhead

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will review an ordinance to modify the quorum requirement for the Maggie L. Walker Initiative Citizens Advisory Board. The agenda also includes a quarterly board vacancy report and discussion on future meeting schedules.

• Ordinance 2022-348 regarding Maggie L. Walker Initiative Board quorum requirements
• Quarterly Board Vacancy Report
• Approval of December 14, 2022 meeting minutes

The committee recommended approval of an ordinance to change the quorum requirements for the Maggie L. Walker Initiative Citizens Advisory Board. It also recommended two board appointments and postponed a decision on a City Charter Review Commission vacancy.

• Recommended approval of Ord. 2022-348 to modify Maggie L. Walker Initiative Citizens Advisory Board quorum requirements (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of La Forest Williams to City Personnel Board (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Jesse Ellington reappointment to Richmond Retirement System (unanimous)
• Tabled City Charter Review Commission vacancy consideration to February 22, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from December 14, 2022

Public Safety Standing Committee

The committee will review presentations on 911 emergency communications recruitment and the police department's gun buyback program. Sheriff Antionette Irving will lead a discussion regarding employee recruitment and inmate safety at the City Jail. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a board vacancy report.

• 911 Emergency Communications Employee Retention/Recruitment presentation
• Richmond Police Department Gun Buyback Program update
• Discussion on employee recruitment and inmate safety at the City Jail
• Approval of November 22, 2022 meeting minutes

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review is reviewing several applications for property modifications and new construction projects. These items include a new four-story multi-family building and various residential renovations throughout the city.

• New four-story, multi-family building at 2818 Monument Avenue
• New three-story attached dwelling at 2210 E Marshall Street
• Mural installation at 313 N. Monroe Street
• Rehabilitation of a dwelling and carriage house at 7 E. Franklin Street
• Front yard concrete retaining wall at 519 N. 28th Street

The Commission of Architectural Review approved four Certificates of Appropriateness for residential renovations and new construction. Two applications were deferred: one regarding a residential mural and another for a new three-story dwelling requiring further height and alignment details.

• Approved front yard concrete retaining wall at 519 N. 28th Street (8-0)
• Approved metal porch roof shingles at 2715 E. Broad Street (8-0)
• Approved substitute materials at 509 N. 29th Street with specific PVC and door conditions (8-0)
• Approved rehabilitation of dwelling and carriage house at 7 E. Franklin Street with graffiti removal conditions (8-0)
• Deferred mural application at 313 N. Monroe Street; applicant must submit paint removal feasibility within 30 days (8-0)
• Deferred new three-story dwelling at 2210 E Marshall Street pending line-of-sight and height drawings (8-0)
• Approved new four-story multi-family building at 2818 Monument Avenue (8-0)

City Council

The Richmond City Council is considering several grant contracts for community needs, including baby supplies and school safety programs. The agenda also includes the acceptance of various state and federal funds and a $72,000 transfer between city departments. Some items regarding property use were continued to later dates.

• Grant contract for diapers via Capital Diaper Bank, LLC
• Grant contract for strollers and car seats via Little Hands Virginia, Inc.
• $72,000 transfer from Fire and Emergency Services to Department of Emergency Communications
• $159,796 VDOT grant for 'Greater Richmond Fit4Kids - Safe Routes to School'
• $100,000 historic preservation grant for the Elegba Folklore Society Project

Informal Meeting

This informal meeting includes a presentation on the General Assembly by Kathy Burcher of Advantus Strategies. The Council will also review its rules of procedure training and standard operating procedures. Closed session items include discussions on real estate in the City Center area and specific litigation.

• General Assembly update presentation (CD.2023.025)
• Council's Rules of Procedure Training and Standard Operating Procedures
• Real estate acquisition and disposition in City Center area
• Litigation regarding motor vehicle accident at Bells Rd and Castlewood Rd
• Litigation against opioid manufacturers and distributors

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee will consider authorizing a grant agreement with The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to support a cultural space at the Main Street Station train shed. Additionally, the committee will review procedures for using construction management or design-build contracts.

• Grant agreement with The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation for a cultural space at Main Street Station train shed
• Procedures for utilizing construction management or design-build contracts

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee reviewed two items and recommended both for approval at the January 23, 2023 Council meeting. These include a grant for a cultural space and new construction contract procedures.

• Recommended approval of ORD. 2023-022 to execute a Grant Agreement with The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation for a cultural space at the Main Street Station train shed
• Recommended approval of RES. 2023-R004 to adopt procedures for construction management or design-build contracts

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission recommended the acquisition of 4.33± acres at 3011 and 3021 Dock Street for the James River Park System. The commission also approved a subdivision exception and recommended approval for wall signs at 1500 North Lombardy Street.

• Recommended approval of acquisition of 3011 and 3021 Dock Street for public greenspace
• Approved Subdivision Exception for 4238 Southampton Road
• Recommended approval of four wall signs at 1500 North Lombardy Street (8-1)
• Continued ordinance for 401 South Stafford Avenue to February 6, 2023 meeting
• Withdrew review of Norborne Extended Detention Pond at 2600 Pompey Spring Road

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The Governmental Operations Standing Committee met to onboard new members and discuss its upcoming work plan, priorities, and meeting schedule. The committee also addressed ongoing work items from the previous year.

• Charter Review Commission review
• Appointee & Climate Assessment review
• Boards and Commissions Review
• VCU Report review
• Fiscal & Efficiency Review

The committee held a special meeting to identify priority items for the year, including fiscal efficiency and board reporting. No formal votes were taken or official actions decided during the session.

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The Education and Human Services Standing Committee is reviewing multiple grant contracts for various city programs. These include initiatives for child welfare, safe routes to school, and a guaranteed income pilot program. The committee will also hear presentations on homeless shelters and an update on Enrichmond.

• Grant contract with Urban Baby Beginnings to purchase diapers via Capital Diaper Bank, LLC
• Grant contract with Little Hands Virginia, Inc. for safe sleep spaces, strollers, and car seats
• VDOT Safe Routes to School Grant Agreement for school route improvements
• Help Me Help You Grant Contract for a guaranteed income pilot program for returning residents
• Fiscal Agency Agreement with NextUp RVA regarding CarMax Basketball Youth Development and Summer Camp activities

The Education and Human Services Standing Committee reviewed 12 ordinances related to grant contracts and agreements. All items were forwarded to the January 23, 2023 Council meeting with recommendations to approve.

• Recommended approval of Urban Baby Beginnings grant for diapers (ORD. 2022-373)
• Recommended approval of Little Hands Virginia, Inc. grant for sleep spaces, strollers, and car seats (ORD. 2022-374)
• Recommended approval of VDOT Safe Routes to School Grant Agreement (ORD. 2023-011)
• Recommended approval of Help Me Help You Foundation guaranteed income pilot program (ORD. 2023-012)
• Recommended approval of NextUp RVA Fiscal Agency Agreement for youth basketball activities (ORD. 2023-013)
• Recommended approval of community health literacy grants for Richmond City Health District, La Casa de la Salud, Waymakers Foundation, Sacred Heart Center, Inc., Nolef Turns Inc., Community 50/50, Inc., and Virginia Union University (ORD. 2023-014 through 2023-020)

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission will review its 2022 activities and discuss goals for 2023 public outreach. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Substitute Material List.

• Review of 2022 Year in Review
• Discussion of 2023 Goals - Public Outreach
• Review of Substitute Material List
• Approval of December 2022 minutes

The Commission reviewed a proposed substitute materials list and discussed the 2022 year in review, including discrepancies in construction at 3135 W. Franklin Street. Staff presented updates on the City's preservation plan and proposed 2023 public outreach strategies. No formal votes or approvals were recorded during the meeting.

City Council

The council is reviewing ordinances to expand the Downtown General Special Service Assessment District into the Manchester area. Other items include installing a speed table on Seminary Avenue and authorizing new grant funds for emergency services. Several other agenda items were continued to future meetings.

• Expand Downtown General Special Service Assessment District to include Manchester area
• Install a speed table on Seminary Avenue between Overbrook Road and Edgehill Road
• Designate P Street (between N 28th and N 29th St) as "Paul Nichols Way"
• Accept $48,554 from Virginia Department of Fire Programs for emergency services
• Accept $150,000 from the US DOJ for a new Dementia and Developmental Disabilities Grant fund

Informal Meeting

The Richmond City Council will discuss council procedures and the 2022 annual financial report. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding the appointment and salary for the Council Chief of Staff.

• Council Rules of Procedure Training and Standard Operating Procedures discussion
• 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) update
• Appointment and salary for the Council Chief of Staff

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will conduct a review of the Norborne Extended Detention Pond at 2600 Pompey Spring Road. The committee will also discuss conceptual application requirements and present the 2022 Annual Report to City Council.

• Review of Norborne Extended Detention Pond at 2600 Pompey Spring Road
• Discussion regarding conceptual application requirements
• Presentation of the 2022 Annual Report to City Council

The Committee approved the withdrawal of a conceptual review for a detention pond at 2600 Pompey Spring Road to allow for further public outreach. Members also discussed updating conceptual application requirements to include more detailed narratives and community engagement data.

• Approved virtual participation for Committee Member Gemmer
• Withdrawn: Conceptual review of Norborne Extended Detention Pond at 2600 Pompey Spring Road (9-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is considering an application to construct a single-family detached dwelling at 2414 Terminal Avenue. The applicant seeks a special exception because the front yard setback requirement cannot be met. The Board will also approve the minutes from the December 2022 meeting.

• Special exception for a new single-family dwelling at 2414 Terminal Avenue
• Approval of December 2022 minutes

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The committee will review a presentation on the planned real estate assessment schedule realignment. Members will also receive an annual report from Reynolds Community College. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and a quarterly board vacancy report.

• Real Estate Assessment Schedule presentation
• Reynolds Community College Annual Report
• Quarterly Board Vacancy Report
• Approval of December 5, 2022 meeting minutes
• Closed session regarding Council Chief of Staff appointment and salaries

Planning Commission

The commission is considering several special use permits for residential and business developments. Many items, including updates to the Affordable Dwelling Unit Density Program, were requested to be continued to future meetings. The agenda also includes resolutions of intent regarding Stadium District zoning amendments.

• Emergency housing for up to 30 individuals at 2800 3rd Avenue
• Stadium District zoning text and map amendments
• Rezoning 2017 and 2021 Roane Street to B-7 Mixed-Use Business District
• Sale of 4835 Old Warwick Road portion for $8,579.00
• Acquisition of 1220 and 1241 North 7th Street for a historic district connector

The Planning Commission approved resolutions of intent for both a zoning text and map amendment for the Stadium District. Several special use permits and rezoning requests were recommended for City Council approval, and one subdivision exception was approved.

• Approved Stadium District Zoning Text Amendment Resolution (8-0)
• Approved Stadium District Zoning Map Amendment Resolution (8-0)
• Approved subdivision exception for 2705 5th Avenue
• Recommended approval for emergency housing at 2800 3rd Avenue (unanimous)
• Recommended approval for rezoning 2017 and 2021 Roane Street to B-7 Mixed-Use Business District
• Recommended approval for sale of 4835 Old Warwick Road to Tana Properties LLC for $8,579.00
• Recommended approval for special use of 2235 Perry Street as a day nursery
• Continued Affordable Dwelling Unit Density Program ordinance to February 6, 2023

City Council

The City Council will hold an organizational meeting to elect a Council President and Vice President. The council will also consider a resolution to designate members to various standing committees, boards, and commissions.

• Election of the Council President
• Election of the Council Vice President
• Resolution for committee and board assignments