Richmond public meetings in 2023
13 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will conduct a regular meeting alongside special sessions for the Richmond Housing Authority and the Successor Agency to the Richmond Community Redevelopment Agency. The agenda includes closed session discussions regarding litigation, real property negotiations for 222 Marina Way, and labor negotiations with several employee organizations.
- Real property negotiation for 222 Marina Way (Nystrom Village)
- Public hearing for the Richmond Housing Authority Annual Plan
- Approval of the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 24-25) and Administrative Budget
- Labor negotiations with SEIU Local 1021, RPOA, and other employee organizations
Special City Council Meeting
The City Council will receive a presentation regarding Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) odors emitted from the Richmond Wastewater Treatment Plant between December 4 and December 6, 2023. The Council will also provide direction to the Public Works Department following this presentation.
- Presentation by Veolia Water North America regarding Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) odors at the Richmond Wastewater Treatment Plant
City Council
The council will hold closed sessions regarding existing litigation and labor negotiations with several employee organizations. The regular meeting includes a vote on a $105,000 settlement agreement and a proclamation for World AIDS Day.
- $105,000 settlement agreement in Jose Sotelo v. City of Richmond
- Proclamation recognizing World AIDS Day
- Approval of October and November 2023 meeting minutes
- Closed session labor negotiations with SEIU Local 1021 and RPOA
City Council
The Richmond City Council will meet to discuss labor negotiations and various litigation matters in closed session. During the regular meeting, the council will consider a resolution for an annual contribution to the Shuumi Land Tax. The agenda also includes proclamations for emergency preparedness service and the Diwali Festival of Lights.
- Resolution for annual payment to Shuumi Land Tax
- Labor negotiations with SEIU, IFPTE, RPOA, RPMA, IAFF, and RFMA
- Proclamation recognizing Diane Richwine for emergency preparedness service
- Proclamation recognizing the Diwali Festival of Lights
- Approval of October 3, 2023, meeting minutes
Special City Council Meeting
The Richmond City Council will discuss and consider modifications to the City Council Rules of Procedure and Order. The discussion includes enhanced protocols for effective communication between the City Council and City Staff.
- Modifications to the City Council Rules of Procedure and Order
City Council
The Richmond City Council will conduct a closed session regarding labor negotiations and litigation. The Richmond Housing Authority will meet to consider a contract assignment and a cost allocation plan.
- Contract assignment of $170,918.42 from David Paul Rosen & Associates to NELB Consultants, LLC
- Resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Cost Allocation Plan for Richmond Housing Authority budgeting
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators including SEIU Local 1021, IFPTE Local 21, and RPOA
- Closed session discussion regarding existing litigation: Sotelo v. City of Richmond
City Council
The City Council will meet for a regular session including a closed session. Discussions include real property negotiations for Nystrom Village, labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations, and a proposal to establish an Arts District.
- Real property negotiation for 222 Marina Way (Nystrom Village)
- Labor negotiations with SEIU Local 1021, IFPTE Local 21, RPOA, RPMA, IAFF Local 188, and RFMA
- Proposal to issue a Request for Proposals to establish an Arts District in Richmond
- Resolution to amend the City's salary schedule and position control
- Cancellation of the November 21, 2023, Regular City Council meeting
City Council
The City Council will conduct a regular meeting including a closed session to discuss existing litigation, labor negotiations, and anticipated litigation. The open session includes a consent calendar featuring several legal service agreements.
- First Amendment to Legal Services Agreement with Jackson Lewis PC (total limit $84,990)
- Legal Services Agreement with Nevers, Palazoo, Packard, Wildermuth & Wynner, PC ($175,000)
- Approval of September 12, 2023, City Council meeting minutes
- Closed session discussion regarding Alonzo Shelton v. City of Richmond et al.
- Closed session discussion regarding Winehaven Legacy LLC v. City of Richmond et al.
City Council
The Richmond City Council will hold a special meeting regarding the Metrowalk Phase 2 Project and a regular meeting for city business. Agenda items include labor negotiations with several employee organizations and updates on existing litigation. The council will also address property negotiations involving land near I-80 and BART tracks.
- 12th Amendment to the Metrowalk Phase 2 Disposition and Development Agreement
- Declaration of Exempt Surplus Land involving land from BART
- Labor negotiations with SEIU, IFPTE, and police/fire associations
- Real property negotiations near South 45th Street and I-80
Special City Council Meeting
The City Council will review a report regarding the timeline, progress, cost, and funding for approved goals. The body is scheduled to accept updated priorities for Fiscal Year 2023-24 through Fiscal Year 2025-26.
- Presentation and discussion of metrics, tracking, timelines, and responsibility for City Council goals
City Council
The City Council will meet for a regular session including a closed session to discuss labor negotiations and existing litigation. The open session includes several items on the consent calendar regarding road dedications and environmental services.
- Labor negotiations with SEIU Local 1021, IFPTE Local 21, RPOA, RPMA, IAFF Local 188, and RFMA
- Litigation discussions regarding Hilltop v. City of Richmond and Winehaven Trust v. City of Richmond
- Acceptance of Brickyard Cove Road dedication including a $261,220 contribution to the pavement management program
- Sole-source contract with PES Environmental, Inc. (dba NV5) for Marina Bay environmental services not to exceed $383,750
- Purchase of two R-Transit electric passenger vans
City Council
The council will vote on a settlement agreement regarding the Richmond Shoreline Alliance lawsuit. They will also meet in closed session to negotiate price and payment terms for Metro Walk Phase II at Richmond Transit Village.
- Settlement of the Fourth Cause of Action in Richmond Shoreline Alliance v. City of Richmond
- Negotiation of price and payment terms for Metro Walk Phase II at Richmond Transit Village
- Labor negotiations with SEIU, IFPTE, and police/fire associations
- Proclamation honoring Richard 'Pedie' Perez III and an art project for refuse receptacles
City Council
The Richmond City Council will hold closed sessions regarding labor negotiations and real property. The Richmond Housing Authority will consider emergency engineering contracts and vehicle rental amendments.
- Negotiations for 425 24th Street (Homekey Program at Motel 6 location)
- Negotiations for Metro Walk Phase II at Richmond Transit Village
- Emergency contract with Nichols Consulting Engineers up to $14,960
- Contract amendment for Doherty’s Truck & Auto Rental increasing amount by $30,858