Richmond public meetings in 2024

Public Safety Standing Committee

The Public Safety Standing Committee is holding a meeting on December 24, 2024, that is entirely procedural. The agenda lists no minutes, presentations, papers, board vacancies, discussion items, or staff reports. The meeting will open with a call to order and public comment period, but no substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• No minutes to approve
• No presentations scheduled
• No papers for consideration
• No board vacancies to address
• No discussion items or staff reports

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee will decide on four ordinances: two authorizing grant agreements for affordable housing developments at 1401-1407 and 1501-1511 Hull Street (6th District), a $92,722 transfer for an affordable housing incentive at 512 Hull Street, and a $5.7 million re-appropriation for Information Technology equipment. The committee will also approve November 21 meeting minutes and hear public comment.

• Ord. 2024-321: Transfer $92,722 for affordable housing incentive at 512 Hull Street via Economic Development Authority
• Ord. 2024-322: Re-appropriate $5,700,000 from FY2023-2024 IT fund balance for equipment replacement and projects
• Ord. 2024-323: Grant agreement for affordable housing at 1401-1407 Hull Street (6th District)
• Ord. 2024-324: Grant agreement for affordable housing at 1501-1511 Hull Street (6th District)

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee will review ordinances regarding speed monitoring devices and road paving projects. The body is also considering agreements for a downtown transit hub and a telecommunications tower lease.

• Amending City Code § 27-132 to add high-risk intersection segments for photo speed monitoring
• Paving projects for Commerce Road, Broad Rock Boulevard, and Bells Road
• Proposed GRTC Downtown Transfer Hub and mixed-use development at 500 North 10th Street
• Lease agreement with American Towers LLC for a tower at 8800 West Huguenot Road
• Conveyance of 2911 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard for the Diamond District Redevelopment Project

Commission of Architectural Review

The Richmond Commission of Architectural Review will consider several development applications, including new two‑story buildings and additions on East Marshall Street and other locations. The agenda also includes approval of the meeting minutes and a report on bylaw revisions. All items are presented for staff report and commission decision.

• 2607 East Marshall Street – construct a two‑story semi‑attached building (COA‑158347‑2024)
• 2609 East Marshall Street – construct a two‑story semi‑attached building (COA‑158351‑2024)
• 2611 East Marshall Street – construct a two‑story detached building (COA‑158353‑2024)
• 500 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard – enclose side porch and add an addition (COA‑158297‑2024)
• 1809 West Grace Street – reconstruct a covered front porch (COA‑158358‑2024)

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The Education and Human Services Standing Committee will receive updates on Richmond Public Schools and the Health Equity Trust Fund. The Deputy Chief Administrative Officer will also provide reports regarding opioid abatement authority grants, SNAP EBT scams, and homeless services.

• Health Equity Trust Fund Update
• Richmond Public Schools (RPS) and Richmond School Board Updates
• Update on a Newly Announced Opioid Abatement Authority Grant
• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) EBT Scam Update
• Update on Homeless Services

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The Governmental Operations Standing Committee will meet to review and approve minutes from October and November 2024. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding a moratorium and process update for honorary street signs.

• Discussion on Honorary Street Sign Moratorium and Process Update

City Council

The Richmond City Council will meet to act on a consent agenda of routine items including ordinances authorizing grants, contracts, and leases. A public hearing is scheduled for a street naming honor. The most consequential item is a $1,312,900 state grant for the Pine Camp Safety Project and stream rehabilitation.

• Accept $1,312,900 from VA DEQ for Pine Camp Safety Project and Stream Rehabilitation (ORD 2024-285)
• Amend HUD grant subrecipient from Better Housing Coalition to Cameo Street LLC for HOME funds (ORD 2024-292, $8,826,296)
• Authorize traffic safety improvements: high-visibility signal backplates at 32 intersections, left-turn signals at 24 intersections (ORD 2024-288)
• Approve special use permit for a 4-unit multifamily dwelling at 1321 Porter Street (ORD 2024-282)
• Lease Calhoun Family Investment Center to Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority (ORD 2024-293)

Informal Meeting

This is a procedural informal meeting of the Richmond City Council. The agenda includes a docket review and a referral of service delivery issues to city administration. No specific legislation, contracts, or public hearings are listed for discussion or decision.

• Docket review of pending items
• Referral of service delivery issues to city administration
• Meeting held in Council Chamber at City Hall

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will consider a Location, Character, and Extent review for a proposed bus platform at the southeast corner of Brauers Lane and Mechanicsville Turnpike. Also on the agenda are the annual report to City Council and proposed revisions to operating procedures for 2025 meeting dates and application forms.

• Review of bus platform (UDC 2024-45) at Brauers Lane and Mechanicsville Turnpike
• Annual Report to City Council for 2024
• Proposed revisions to operating procedures with new meeting dates and updated application form

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing three applications for special exceptions to the zoning ordinance. These requests involve lot splits and the construction of new dwellings or the separation of existing buildings.

• Special exception for lot split and new single-family dwelling at 1724 & 1724 ½ North 20th Street (BZA 36-2024)
• Special exception for lot split to separate a nonconforming commercial building at 408 Cleveland Street (BZA 37-2024)
• Special exception for lot split and two new single-family dwellings at 1609 Rogers Street (BZA 38-2024)
• Approval of November 2024 Minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will vote on a consent agenda containing several special use permits, a zoning code amendment, a community unit plan amendment for Stony Point Shopping Center, and a bus platform review. The regular agenda includes special use permits for properties on Porter Street, Forest Hill Avenue, and Jahnke Road.

• Zoning code amendment (Ord. 2024-314) repealing and amending numerous sections of the city code
• Final community unit plan amendment for Stony Point Shopping Center (3088 Stony Point Road) to allow restaurant outdoor seating
• UDC review of a proposed bus platform at Brauers Lane and Mechanicsville Turnpike
• Special use permit for 11 single-family detached dwellings at 5220 Euclid Avenue (7th District)
• Special use permit for a mixed-use building with up to 14 dwelling units at 7100 Jahnke Road (4th District)

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The Organizational Development Standing Committee will receive updates on cost-of-living adjustments and new councilmember orientation. The body will also consider appointments to boards and commissions.

• Cost-of-Living Adjustments Update from Chief Administrative Officer Lincoln Saunders
• Review of the December 2, 2024 Board Vacancy Report
• Closed session regarding the Council Chief of Staff position and appointee salaries
• Closed session for legal consultation on a City Auditor Report regarding contractor charges

City Council

The Richmond City Council is holding a special meeting to vote on two ordinances: one authorizing a cooperation agreement with the Economic Development Authority for small business grants, and another accepting $125,000 from the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services for the Help Me Help You Program. The Council will also introduce legislation to recapture $500,000 from BR2 Owner, LLC for affordable housing initiatives and to appropriate $1,900,000 from the Greater Richmond Convention Center Authority for a scholarship foundation and other departments.

• Ordinance to authorize cooperation agreement with Economic Development Authority for small business grants
• Ordinance to accept $125,000 from Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services for Help Me Help You Program
• Introduction of ordinance to recapture $500,000 from BR2 Owner, LLC for affordable housing via ARPA funds
• Introduction of ordinance to appropriate $1,900,000 from Greater Richmond Convention Center Authority for Rings vs. Rent Scholarship Foundation and other departments

Public Safety Standing Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. There are no presentations, papers for consideration, board vacancies, or discussion items listed.

Commission of Architectural Review

The Richmond Commission of Architectural Review will consider 13 applications for Certificate of Appropriateness, including one consent item for a mural on a water tower, five regular agenda items for alterations and additions, and three conceptual reviews for new buildings. These projects are located in historic districts and require architectural review before proceeding.

• 714 North 30th Street – Paint a mural on a water tower (consent agenda)
• 2003 West Grace Street – Construct a new rear Accessory Dwelling Unit
• 2209 East Broad Street – Remove two windows and two doors and install a wide glass door
• 2404–2408 East Clay Street – Construct second story rear additions on three properties
• 2607–2611 East Marshall Street – Construct two semi-attached and one detached building (conceptual review)

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee will vote on a series of ordinances to accept state and federal grant money and create new special funds. Major actions include receiving $77,439,914 from the American Rescue Plan Act and earmarking $60,000 for early‑childhood care grants, and accepting $1,312,900 from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality for the Pine Camp Safety Project. Additional items create funds for historic preservation, opioid treatment, and affordable‑housing initiatives.

• Ord. 2024‑300: Accept $77,439,914 ARPA funds and allocate $60,000 to early‑childhood care grants
• Ord. 2024‑284: Accept $1,312,900 DEQ funds for the Pine Camp Safety Project and stream rehabilitation
• Ord. 2024‑285: Accept $500,000 Virginia Historic Resources funds for the Valentine Collections Care and Access Capital project
• Ord. 2024‑298: Create a $300,000 Medication Assisted Treatment Pilot Program Special Fund for the City Sheriff
• Ord. 2024‑301: Transfer $325,517.81 to the Department of Housing and Community Development for affordable‑housing initiatives

Public Art Commission

The agenda is largely procedural: the commission will consider approving the October 2024 meeting minutes, hear a secretary's report, and discuss other business. No specific art-project proposals or funding decisions are listed.

• Approval of October 2024 meeting minutes (PAC Min 10-2024)

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The Governmental Operations Standing Committee will consider Resolution 2024-R038 to endorse the City of Richmond's legislative proposals for the 2025 Virginia General Assembly session and request support from the Richmond delegation. The committee will also receive an update on the honorary street sign moratorium and process. No other business is on the agenda.

• Resolution 2024-R038 endorsing 'City of Richmond Legislative Proposals for the Virginia General Assembly 2025 Regular Session'
• Discussion of honorary street sign moratorium and process update

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee will hear a presentation on the Diamond District project. It will also consider several ordinances and resolutions, including agreements with VDOT for traffic safety improvements, a franchise agreement with GRTC for bus stop advertising, and amendments to HUD funding allocations. Additionally, property leases and a revitalization area designation are on the agenda.

• Diamond District Project Update presentation
• Agreement with VDOT for 252 high visibility signal backplates and flashing yellow arrow heads at intersections
• Franchise agreement with Greater Richmond Transit Co. for bus stop and BRT station advertising
• Amendment to HUD fund subrecipient from Better Housing Coalition to Cameo Street LLC for HOME funds
• Lease of Blanton House first floor at 700 Blanton Avenue to Cancer Retreat Centers, Inc.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a presentation on a resolution to declare intent to amend zoning regulations for tobacco, nicotine, and hemp product retail locations. They will also consider consent agenda items including property acquisition for the Seaton Acres Drainage Improvement Project and a concept review for Westover Park renovations. The meeting includes minutes approval and a director's report.

• Presentation on resolution to amend zoning regulations for tobacco, nicotine, and hemp retail (CPCR.2024.021)
• Authorization to acquire fee simple interests and easements for Seaton Acres Drainage Improvement Project (Ord. 2024-295)
• Institutional Master Plan Amendment for United Methodist Family Services (CPCR.2024.033)
• Concept location, character, and extent review of Westover Park renovation at 1301 Jahnke Road (UDC 2024-40)
• Richmond Connects Lighter/Quicker/Cheaper Program – Mosby St. Road Mural Design (PAC 2024-037)

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The Education and Human Services Standing Committee will receive presentations on the Richmond and Henrico Health Districts community health assessment, homeless services updates, and the Family Crisis Fund. The committee will also consider three legislative items: a fiscal agreement amendment with NextUp RVA for youth basketball activities, a budget amendment to rename the Children's Fund reserve, and a resolution amending the Richmond Behavioral Health Authority's performance contract. Additionally, the agenda includes board vacancies, minutes approval, and a staff report.

• Presentation of Richmond and Henrico Health Districts Community Health Assessment survey results
• Homeless services updates from Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Human Services
• Ordinance authorizing first amendment to fiscal agency agreement with NextUp RVA for CarMax Basketball Youth Development and Summer Camp
• Ordinance amending FY2024-2025 General Fund budget to rename 'Reserve for Children's Fund' to include early childhood, positive youth development, and postsecondary success
• Resolution amending Richmond Behavioral Health Authority performance contract for FY2024 and FY2025

Informal Meeting

The Richmond City Council will hold an informal meeting to review docket items and discuss legal consultation regarding property at 500 North 10th Street. The body will also discuss plans to protect the public safety of City Hall. The meeting will include a closed session.

• Legal consultation regarding property at 500 North 10th Street
• Discussion of plans to protect the public safety of City Hall
• Referral of service delivery issues to City Administration
• Closed session for legal consultation and public safety plans
• Informal meeting held at City Hall, 900 East Broad Street

City Council

The Richmond City Council will consider a consent agenda of routine items, including large federal grants for street safety, a housing project loan, and several zoning changes. A public hearing and final vote are scheduled on ordinances for a 12-unit multifamily building at 1220 West Cary Street and other special-use permits. The meeting also includes authorizations for a gun buyback event and new sustainable design standards.

• $18,400,000 federal grant for Safe Streets and Roads for All program (Ord. 2024-?)
• $10,768,910 federal grant for Safe Streets for All project (Ord. 2024-278)
• $4,964,725.90 HOME-ARP grant for Rady Street Apartments construction (Ord. 2024-268)
• Authorization of voluntary gun buyback event (Ord. 2024-270)
• Special use permit for 12-unit multifamily building at 1220 West Cary Street (Ord. 2024-198)

Urban Design Committee

The Richmond Urban Design Committee will consider a recommendation for an encroachment to allow outdoor seating at 3308 East Marshall Street. It will also conduct a concept, location, character, and extent review of the proposed renovation of Westover Park, including new features, at 1301 Jahnke Road. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and public comment.

• Encroachment recommendation for outdoor seating at 3308 East Marshall Street (UDC 2024-44).
• Concept, location, character, and extent review of Westover Park renovation at 1301 Jahnke Road (UDC 2024-40).

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on two applications for special exceptions to zoning ordinance setback and height requirements. One application seeks to add a second story and renovate a mixed-use building at 1603 Williamsburg Road, where the front yard setback is not met. The other would allow a new mixed-use building at 5069 Forest Hill Avenue that exceeds the permitted height. The board will also vote on the October 2024 meeting minutes.

• Salwa Elshowaia requests special exception to build a second-story addition and interior renovations at 1603 Williamsburg Road (B-2 District, 7th District) – front yard setback not met.
• 5069 Forest Hill LLC requests special exception for a new mixed-use building at 5069 Forest Hill Avenue (B-2 District, 4th District) – building height requirement not met.
• Approval of minutes from the October 2024 meeting.

City Council

The scheduled meeting was cancelled. The agenda included proposed ordinances to set the 2025 real estate tax rate, increase business license tax thresholds, and provide a one-time four-cent real estate tax rebate.

• Proposed real estate tax rates of $1.16 (Ord. 2024-222) and $1.20 (Ord. 2024-223) for 2025
• Increase business license tax threshold from $250,000.00 to $500,000.00 (Ord. 2024-187)
• One-time four-cent real estate tax rebate and creation of a Tax Relief Reserve (Ord. 2024-275, 2024-277)
• Increase estimated real estate tax revenues by $12,000,000.00 (Ord. 2024-274)
• Proposed acquisition of 436 Calhoun Street

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission is meeting to review the road mural design for the Richmond Connects: Lighter/Quicker/Cheaper Program on Mosby St. The body will also review meeting minutes from June and September 2024.

• Mosby St. Road Mural Design (Richmond Connects: Lighter/Quicker/Cheaper Program)

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The Governmental Operations Standing Committee will consider seven ordinances. These include adding Sustainable Design Standards to the City Code, creating a gap‑grant program for income‑based housing, tightening tax‑relief eligibility for older adults and disabled persons, increasing estimated real‑estate tax revenues by $12,000,000 and allocating the funds to new budget line items, and establishing a Real Estate Tax Relief Reserve for a one‑time four‑cent rebate. The committee will also review a board vacancy report.

• Ord. 2024-271 – amend ch. 11 of the City Code to add Sustainable Design Standards under the RVAgreen 2050 Climate Equity Action Plan
• Ord. 2024-272 – amend ch. 16, art. I of the City Code to create a gap‑grant program for income‑based housing
• Ord. 2024-273 – increase estimated real‑estate tax revenues by $12,000,000 and appropriate the increase to new line items in the FY 2024‑2025 budget
• Ord. 2024-274 – create the 2024 Real Estate Tax Relief Reserve to fund a one‑time four‑cent rebate to taxpayers
• Ord. 2024-276 – re‑appropriate up to $16,000,000 from the reserve to a new “Real Estate Tax Relief – Department of Finance” line item for the rebate

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee will consider several ordinances and contracts, including a license agreement for Greyhound at Main Street Station, a street‑naming honor, a revision of the Parks Advisory Board, a grant to Capital Region Land Conservancy, and a $4,964,725.90 HOME‑ARP grant for the Rady Street Apartments project. The meeting also includes a board‑vacancy report and a staff report. All items are pending committee action.

• Authorize a non‑exclusive license agreement with Greyhound Lines, Inc. to use part of Main Street Station at 1500 East Main Street as a bus stop (7th District).
• Designate the 100 block of West Leigh Street in honor of the late William Issac Johnson, Sr. (2nd District).
• Amend City Code § 2‑1056 to modify the membership of the Advisory Board of Recreation and Parks.
• Grant contract to Capital Region Land Conservancy, Inc. for acquisition and transfer of real property to the City.
• Approve a $4,964,725.90 HOME‑ARP grant to finance construction of the Rady Street Apartments project.

Public Safety Standing Committee

The Public Safety Standing Committee will consider a grant contract with New Life Deliverance Tabernacle to fund a voluntary gun buyback event. The meeting also includes updates on animal care and police department activities.

• Grant contract with New Life Deliverance Tabernacle for a voluntary gun buyback event (ORD. 2024-270)
• Animal Care and Control update from Director Christie Peters
• Police Department crime updates from Chief Rick Edwards
• Police Department sound ordinance updates
• Public Safety Board Vacancy Report

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will meet to review and decide on several residential construction applications, including new single-family homes, accessory dwelling units, and fence installations.

• Construct a new single-family dwelling at 2108.5 East Broad Street
• Construct an Accessory Dwelling Unit at 2120 M Street
• Construct a new rear Accessory Dwelling Unit at 2003 West Grace Street
• Construct a new rear privacy fence at 2720 East Broad Street
• Construct a shed in a rear yard at 2904 East Franklin Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an amendment to the Stony Point Shopping Center Community Unit Plan regarding signage. The body will also review a subdivision exception for Highland Grove and receive an update on the Oakgrove/Hillside/Bellemeade Community Plan.

• Signage amendment for Stony Point Shopping Center (3002 Stony Point Road)
• Subdivision Exception for Highland Grove, Sec 2, future Overby Bend Road
• Update on the Oakgrove/Hillside/Bellemeade Community Plan
• Continuance of Ord. No. 2024-264 regarding property acquisition at 4700 Trenton Avenue and 2001 Walmsley Boulevard

Informal Meeting

The Richmond City Council will hold an informal meeting to review the docket and refer service delivery issues to city administration. The meeting will be conducted via Microsoft Teams.

• Review of the docket
• Referral of service delivery issues to administration

City Council

The City Council will vote on a series of consent agenda items including zoning changes, animal cruelty penalties, and budget transfers. Key proposals include adjusting business license tax thresholds and funding a new animal care adoption center.

• Increase business, professional and occupational license tax threshold from $250,000 to $500,000 (ORD. 2024-187)
• Transfer $2,000,000 from Commerce Road Improvement Project to fund the Richmond Animal Care & Control Adoption Center
• Accept donation of Richmond Police Memorial Statue and plaque valued at approximately $35,000
• Impose additional punishments for animal cruelty crimes (ORD. 2024-240)
• Special use authorization for multifamily building at 1220 West Cary Street (ORD. 2024-198)

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The Education and Human Services Standing Committee will review a project administration agreement with the Virginia Department of Transportation. The body will also receive updates from Richmond Public Schools and the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Human Services.

• Ord. No. 2024-253: Agreement with Virginia Department of Transportation for safe routes to schools program funding
• Updates from RPS Superintendent Jason Kamras and School Board leadership
• October 10, 2024 Education and Human Services Board Vacancy Report
• Approval of September 17 and September 19, 2024 meeting minutes

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Richmond Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee will discuss three proposed ordinances to adjust real estate tax rates and authorize budget appropriations for specific city programs and a development project.

• Ordinance 2024-222: Increase real estate tax rate to $1.16
• Ordinance 2024-223: Increase real estate tax rate to $1.20
• Ordinance 2024-254: Authorize $130,100 for Greater Richmond Fit4Kids
• Ordinance 2024-255: Authorize agreement for 711 Dawn Street development
• Ordinance 2024-262: Authorize $53,054 for Victim Witness program

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The Organizational Development Standing Committee will receive presentations on real estate tax rate reductions and updates from the Richmond Redevelopment & Housing Authority. The body will also review the 2025 Legislative Program and discuss the Civilian Review Board.

• Tax relief presentation regarding real estate tax rate reduction
• Richmond Redevelopment & Housing Authority (RRHA) update from CEO Steven Nesmith
• RVA 2025 Legislative Program update
• Civilian Review Board update

City Council

The Richmond City Council will discuss three ordinances. One refines the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area boundaries under City Code § 14‑234. Another declares a public necessity to acquire the real property at 4700 Trenton Avenue and a portion of 2001 Walmsley Boulevard, including related easements. A third authorizes the Chief Administrative Officer to accept $53,054.00 from the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services and to appropriate that amount to the Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney for FY 2024‑2025.

• Ordinance amending City Code § 14‑234 to refine Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area boundaries
• Ordinance declaring public necessity to acquire 4700 Trenton Avenue and part of 2001 Walmsley Boulevard, with easements
• Ordinance authorizing acceptance of $53,054.00 from Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services for the Commonwealth’s Attorney

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Richmond Board of Zoning Appeals will consider five applications for special exceptions to construct new residential buildings or convert commercial spaces, as well as approve September meeting minutes.

• BZA 30-2024: Special exception for a new single-family dwelling at 3315 Decatur Street
• BZA 31-2024: Special exception to convert a first-floor commercial space into two dwelling units at 2317 West Main Street
• BZA 32-2024: Special exception for a new four-story mixed-use building at 2501 Grayland Avenue
• BZA 33-2024: Special exception to construct five new single-family attached dwellings at 2719-2727 East Cary Street
• Approval of September 2024 Minutes

Public Safety Standing Committee

The Public Safety Standing Committee will vote on accepting a donation of the Richmond Police Memorial Statue, capstones and plaque, valued at about $35,000, from the Richmond Police Foundation. It will also consider amending City Code § 4‑96 to add harsher penalties for animal‑cruelty offenses. The meeting includes updates from the Fire Department, Richmond Ambulance Authority, and the Civilian Review Board, and will approve the July 23 minutes.

• Authorize acceptance of the Richmond Police Memorial donation (approx. $35,000) from the Richmond Police Foundation – Ord. 2024‑239
• Amend City Code § 4‑96 on animal cruelty to impose additional punishments – Ord. 2024‑240
• Fire Department update presented by Chief Melvin Carter
• Richmond Ambulance Authority quarterly report presented by CEO Chip Decker
• Civilian Review Board update presented by Manager Joseph Lowery

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will consider a consent agenda item for a shed at 2120 M Street and several application and plan items. Regular agenda items include new construction projects at 817 North 22nd Street, 2201 Venable Street, and 401 West Marshall Street, among others. The commission will discuss design approvals for new dwellings, additions, and façade changes across multiple sites.

• 2120 M Street – Construct a shed in a rear yard (Consent Agenda)
• 817 North 22nd Street – Construct two new, attached, three‑story dwellings
• 2201 Venable Street – Construct a new, three‑story dwelling
• 401 West Marshall Street – Construct a new three‑story multi‑family building
• 1906‑1910 East Broad Street – Construct a new five‑story multi‑family building

Informal Meeting

The City Council will hold an informal meeting to discuss service delivery issues and receive a presentation. The primary agenda item is the FY 2024 Annual Impact Report from the Office of Community Wealth Building.

• Office of Community Wealth Building Annual Impact Report - FY 2024 (CD.2024.288)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several special use permits for residential developments and various infrastructure agreements. The meeting includes proposals to increase business license tax thresholds and establish a Public Art Commission.

• Special use for up to 266 multifamily units across multiple properties including 2300 Semmes Avenue
• Acceptance of $1,350,000 from the US DOT for the Reconnect Jackson Ward project
• Increase of business, professional and occupational license tax threshold from $250,000 to $500,000
• Establishment of the Public Art Commission via ordinance
• Installation of 300 traffic signal controllers and modernization of 70 cabinets

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The Education and Human Services Standing Committee will review a grant contract for YMCA after-school programs and a resolution to designate Richmond as an Inclusive Recovery City. The meeting includes updates from Richmond Public Schools and the DCAO for Human Services.

• Grant contract for YMCA of Greater Richmond to operate after-school childcare at six elementary schools (Ord. No. 2024-221)
• Resolution to designate Richmond as an Inclusive Recovery City (Res. No. 2024-R029)
• Presentation on Summer 2024 Youth Programming
• Updates from Richmond Public Schools and the Richmond School Board

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee will vote on several ordinances, including code amendments that raise the business license tax threshold, a real‑estate tax rate increase for 2025, and the FY 2025 budget for the Downtown Special Service and Assessment Districts. It will also authorize acceptance of a $1,350,000 U.S. Department of Transportation grant for the Reconnect Jackson Ward project and funds from the Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority for opioid‑crisis mapping. Additional items include grant agreements to support affordable housing developments across multiple districts.

• Amend City Code §§ 26‑871 and 26‑873 to raise business license tax threshold from $250,000 to $500,000 (Ord. 2024‑186)
• Authorize acceptance of $1,350,000 DOT grant and create the Reconnect Jackson Ward Special Fund (Ord. 2024‑187)
• Set real‑estate tax rate at $1.16 for tax year beginning Jan 1 2025 (Ord. 2024‑207)
• Accept $178,170 from the Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority for the OAA Resource Mapping Project Special Fund (Ord. 2024‑225)
• Approve Work Plan and Budget for FY 2025 for Downtown Special Service and Assessment Districts (Ord. 2024‑223)

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee will consider authorizing the Chief Administrative Officer to accept $9,085,062 in HUD funding and appropriate it for various housing and community development projects. It will also review several Standard Project Administration Agreements for traffic signal upgrades, the Hull Street Phase II project, and the North South BRT project. Additional items include a franchise for the Hopkins Road Transfer Station, a public art commission amendment, and a resolution declaring evictions without counsel a public crisis.

• Authorize acceptance and appropriation of $9,085,062 HUD funds (Ord. 2024‑219)
• Approve SPA with VDOT for 300 traffic signal controllers and 70 cabinet upgrades (Ord. 2024‑205)
• Approve SPA with Central Virginia Transportation Authority for Hull Street Phase II (Ord. 2024‑214)
• Approve SPA with Central Virginia Transportation Authority for North South BRT project (Ord. 2024‑215)
• Amend city code to create a Public Art Commission (Ord. 2024‑212)

Informal Meeting

The meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The body will review the docket and refer service delivery issues to city administration.

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The committee will receive reports from city administration regarding the opioid response, the zoning rewrite, and finance updates. No new papers for consideration or discussion items are scheduled for this meeting.

• 6-month Opioid Response update from Michael Fatula
• Zoning Rewrite update from Kevin Vonck
• Finance updates from Lincoln Saunders

Planning Commission

The Richmond Planning Commission will consider a consent agenda that includes multiple special‑use applications for single‑family, multifamily, and commercial projects across several districts. A separate resolution will amend the Beaufont Oaks Preliminary Community Unit Plan to permit multifamily residential use at 6951 West Carnation Street. All items will be voted on during the September 3, 2024 meeting.

• Ord. No. 2024-196 – special use of 1513 North 22nd Street for a single‑family detached dwelling (7th District)
• Ord. No. 2024-198 – special use of 1220 West Cary Street for a multifamily building up to 12 units (5th District)
• Ord. No. 2024-199 – special use of 3912 and 3920 Hull Street Road for a drive‑up automated teller machine (8th District)
• Ord. No. 2024-208 – amendment to the Beaufont Oaks Community Unit Plan to allow multifamily use at 6951 West Carnation Street (9th District)
• Ord. No. 2024-209 – special use of 312 Goshen Street, 901 West Marshall Street, and 903 West Marshall Street for a restaurant (2nd District)

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will consider approval for several construction projects, including new buildings and renovations, and will review staff reports and administrative items.

• 2605 E. Franklin Street: Construct rear staircase, fence, gate, and screen-in porch
• 4002 Hermitage Road: Construct new two-story building
• 413-415 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard: Construct semi-attached two-story garages
• 2316 W. Grace Street: Construct rear garage
• 2903 E. Marshall Street: Rehabilitate building and replace windows

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The agenda for this meeting contains only procedural boilerplate. There are no papers for consideration, presentations, board vacancies, or discussion items listed.

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will review the final location, character, and extent of the proposed Diamond District Stadium. The body will also consider several encroachment requests and a front yard setback recommendation.

• Final review of proposed Diamond District Stadium at 3001 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
• Final amendment review for Phase 1 of remodeled Blackwell Park at 1400 Maury Avenue
• Front yard setback recommendation for 2000 Semmes Avenue
• Building sign encroachment into right-of-way at 2920 West Cary Street
• Outdoor seating expansion in right-of-way at 29 North 17th Street

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three special‑exception applications that seek variances from front‑yard setback requirements: a shed at 1907 Westover Hills Boulevard, a new single‑family home at 2301 Whitcomb Street, and a carport at 10650 Cherokee Road. The meeting will also include approval of the July 2024 minutes.

• Special exception for accessory shed at 1907 Westover Hills Blvd (R‑3 district) – front‑yard setback not met (BZA 20‑2024)
• Special exception for new single‑family dwelling at 2301 Whitcomb St (R‑5 district) – front‑yard setback not met (BZA 21‑2024)
• Special exception for accessory carport at 10650 Cherokee Rd (R‑1 district) – front‑yard setback not met (BZA 22‑2024)
• Approval of July 2024 Board of Zoning Appeals minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution for multifamily housing revenue bonds and three special use ordinances. The meeting includes a proposal for senior and multifamily housing developments on Walmsley Boulevard.

• Bonds up to $46,000,000.00 for Walmsley Senior Apartments and Walmsley Gardens Apartments at 4824-4890 Walmsley Boulevard
• Special use ordinance for restaurant use at 312 Goshen Street, 901 West Marshall Street, and 903 West Marshall Street
• Special use ordinance for a single-family detached dwelling at 4000 North Huguenot Road
• Ordinance to allow multifamily use at 6951 West Carnation Street (Beaufont Oaks Community Unit Plan)

Public Art Commission

The commission will approve the April 2024 and June 2024 meeting minutes. It will consider any continuances or deletions from the agenda. Commissioners will discuss the Richmond Connects: Lighter/Quicker/Cheaper tactical urbanism program and the Shockoe Hill African Burying Ground. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Approval of April 2024 Public Art Commission minutes
• Approval of June 2024 Public Art Commission minutes
• Consideration of continuances and deletions from the agenda
• Discussion of Richmond Connects: Lighter/Quicker/Cheaper (tactical urbanism program)
• Discussion of Shockoe Hill African Burying Ground

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The Governmental Operations Standing Committee will consider two resolutions. Resolution 2024‑R025 declares equal access to high‑speed gigabit internet a public necessity and directs the Chief Administrative Officer to develop a Digital Equity Assessment and Plan. Resolution 2024‑R026 authorizes using construction‑management procurement for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Main Pump Station Improvement projects. The committee will also discuss updates to the Council's honorary street sign policies and upcoming meeting dates.

• Res. 2024‑R025: Declare gigabit internet a public necessity and request a Digital Equity Assessment and Plan
• Res. 2024‑R026: Authorize construction‑management procurement for Wastewater Treatment Plant Main Pump Station Improvement
• Amendment to City Code § 11‑36 to change exempt hours for refuse collection sound control
• Presentation on Sustainable Design Standards for City Facilities
• Discussion of Council's Honorary Street Sign Policies update

Public Safety Standing Committee

The Public Safety Standing Committee will receive presentations on Richmond Police Department crime statistics and hurricane season emergency preparedness. The committee will also review a report on Public Safety Board vacancies.

• Richmond Police Department (RPD) Crime Stats presentation
• 2024 Hurricane Season Emergency Preparedness presentation
• Public Safety Board Vacancy Report

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The committee will review proposed amendments to grant contracts for emergency shelters. Members will also receive updates on the Community Resource and Training Center and unsheltered resident services.

• Amendment to grant contract with The Salvation Army for shelter at 1900 Chamberlayne Avenue
• Amendment to grant contract with HomeAgain for a 50 bed emergency shelter at 7 North 2nd Street
• Presentation on the Trauma Healing Response Network
• Update on Community Resource and Training Center and annual budget for unsheltered residents

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will consider the review and recommendation of the Diamond District Public Realm Design Standards. The meeting includes a discussion of the draft design standards booklet.

• Review and recommendation of the Diamond District Public Realm Design Standards

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to consider an ordinance regarding affordable housing. The measure would authorize the Chief Administrative Officer to execute a grant agreement between the City of Richmond, 512 Hull Street, LLC, and the Economic Development Authority.

• Ordinance for affordable housing development at 512 Hull Street

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three applications for special exceptions regarding fences, accessory structures, and home additions. These cases involve requests to deviate from standard zoning requirements in various residential districts.

• Dominion Energy Virginia: request for a 12-foot fence at 1104 Moore Street
• City of Richmond: request for an art sculpture accessory structure at 6255 Old Warwick Road
• George Teschner: request for a one-story rear addition at 1622 Nottoway Avenue

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The Organizational Development Standing Committee will receive reports from city administration. Presentations include the Department of Public Works' 2025 paving and traffic calming plan and a Parks Master Plan update.

• Department of Public Works: DPW Paving and Traffic Calming 2025 presentation
• Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities: Parks Master Plan presentation
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Quarterly Report

City Council

The Richmond City Council will consider approving the city's participation in a proposed opioid settlement with Kroger and related entities. The council will also introduce expedited legislation covering affordable housing grants, a sound control program update, and a $10,000,000.00 federal grant for natural gas pipeline repairs. Additional items include conveying a city-owned property at 4929 Chamberlayne Avenue to the Virginia League for Planned Parenthood and authorizing transportation agreements with the Virginia Department of Transportation.

• Approval of city participation in opioid settlement with Kroger (RES. 2024-R023)
• Introduction of ordinances for affordable housing performance grants
• Ordinance accepting $10,000,000.00 from USDOT for natural gas pipeline repairs
• Conveyance of 4929 Chamberlayne Avenue to Virginia League for Planned Parenthood
• Authorization of transportation project agreements with Virginia Department of Transportation

Public Art Commission

The Richmond Public Art Commission will meet on June 27, 2024, to consider the PRCF Fitness Court Mural and discuss the DPU Water Tower Art Program. The body will also approve the April 25 meeting minutes and handle routine administrative items. These reviews determine which artworks are approved for installation in city-managed spaces.

• Consideration of PRCF Fitness Court Mural (PAC 2024-034)
• Discussion of the DPU Water Tower Art Program
• Approval of the April 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of agenda continuances and deletions

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to modify hours for refuse collection and sanitation sound control exemptions. It will also review a request to establish a Business Improvement and Recruitment District in the Carytown neighborhood.

• Amendment to City Code § 11-36 regarding sound control exemptions for refuse collection
• Request for a Business Improvement and Recruitment District in Carytown

Public Safety Standing Committee

The Public Safety Standing Committee will consider Resolution 2024-R020, which approves Richmond's Plan of Services under the Virginia Juvenile Community Crime Control Act. The resolution was introduced by Mayor Stoney on June 24 and referred to the committee. Aside from approving April 23 meeting minutes and reviewing a staff report, the agenda contains no additional discussion items, public hearings, or board vacancies.

• RES. 2024-R020: Approval of the City of Richmond Plan of Services under the Virginia Juvenile Community Crime Control Act
• Approval of April 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of June 25, 2024 Public Safety Staff Report

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will review several applications for new construction, demolitions, and additions. These items include multi-family dwellings, single-family homes, and building replacements.

• 3106 East Broad Street: Replace concrete pad and construct a rear shed
• 3029 Monument Avenue: Demolition of two remaining bays of a brick garage
• 812-814 North 21st Street: Construct a two-story multi family dwelling
• 2111-2119 Venable Street: Construct 15 single family dwellings
• 810-812 North 22nd Street: Construct four single family dwellings

Informal Meeting

The City Council will hold an informal meeting to review the docket and refer service delivery issues to the City Administration. No other discussion items are listed on the agenda.

• Referral of Service Delivery Issues to City Administration

City Council

The City Council will review several action items, including land trust property releases, polling place relocations, and multiple special use requests for residential dwellings. The agenda also includes budget transfers related to American Rescue Plan Act funds and a donation of materials for park restoration.

• Release of deed conditions for 2615 Q Street to facilitate affordable housing development
• Relocation of polling places for Precinct 910
• Special use authorizations for various residential properties on 3rd Avenue, Bryan Street, Pollock Street, and Porter Street
• Acceptance of $100,000 in construction materials and labor from Friends of The James River Park for Byrd Park Pump House
• Transfer of $199,200.00 for Heart of Richmond Awards grant funds

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee will discuss and vote on budget amendments that increase estimated tax revenues by $5,489,264 and adjust city appropriations for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The agenda includes two grant agreements for affordable housing at 4824–4890 Walmsley Boulevard, a $199,200 transfer for Heart of Richmond Awards, and a $100,000 donation for the Byrd Park Pump House. These decisions will determine how city funds are allocated for public services, residential development, and park maintenance. Additional items cover updates to city code for fund balance reporting, tax payment plans, and construction contracts, plus a presentation on the American Rescue Plan Act quarterly report.

• Amend FY 2023-2024 General Fund Budget: increase revenues by $5,489,264 and adjust appropriations by $5,489,264 net.
• Approve grant agreements with Walmsley Gardens, LLC and Walmsley Senior, LLC for affordable housing at 4824–4890 Walmsley Boulevard.
• Transfer $199,200 from the Non-Departmental agency Reserve to fund Heart of Richmond Awards grants.
• Accept a ~$100,000 donation of materials and labor from Friends of The James River Park for the Byrd Park Pump House.
• Update city code to rename the rainy day fund to the Downturn Reserve Fund and modify fund balance reporting requirements.

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee will consider a lease agreement for a public dog park at 4401 Forest Hill Avenue. Members will also review a proposal to designate 6951 West Carnation Street as a revitalization area and receive an update on affordable housing incentives.

• Lease Agreement for a public dog park at 4401 Forest Hill Avenue
• Designation of 6951 West Carnation Street as a revitalization area (Ord. No. 2024-160)
• Affordable Housing Incentives Update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several special use authorizations for residential dwellings and a self-storage facility. The agenda also includes discussions on property acquisition for East End Cemetery, subdivision exceptions, and various urban design reviews.

• Special use of 1105 Apperson Street for a single-family detached dwelling
• Special use of 3004 and 3006 Lawson Street for two single-family detached dwellings
• Special use of 2057, 2061, 2065, and 2069 Moore Street for up to four two-family attached dwellings
• Acquisition of East End Cemetery property for historic preservation and public greenspace
• Special use of 1001 East Main Street for self-storage within a mixed-use building

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The committee will review updates regarding Richmond Public Schools, the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority eviction plan, and community health assessments. Members will also consider ordinances related to Human Rights Commission meeting frequency, a guaranteed income pilot program grant, and Heart of Richmond Awards funding.

• Amendment to City Code § 2-1176 regarding Human Rights Commission meeting frequency
• First Amendment to Help Me Help You Grant Contract for a guaranteed income pilot program
• Transfer of $199,200.00 from the Non-Departmental agency Reserve for Heart of Richmond Awards
• Update on Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority Eviction Mitigation Plan
• Richmond and Henrico Health Districts Community Health Assessment presentation

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 is scheduled to discuss plans regarding public safety at City Hall.

• Referral of Service Delivery Issues to City Administration
• Closed session discussion of plans to protect the public safety of City Hall

City Council

The Richmond City Council is reviewing several ordinances including salary increases for council members and the acquisition of 436 Calhoun Street. The agenda also includes funding requests for urban greening and a slavery and freedom heritage site.

• Acquisition of 436 Calhoun Street as a community center
• $6,000,000 USDA grant for the Office of Sustainability urban greening projects
• $13,400,966 from Virginia Department of General Services for Enslaved African Heritage Campus
• Salary increases for City Council members and President
• Relocation of polling places for Precinct 909 and Precinct 910

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will review several location, character, and extent items. Discussions include proposed shared use paths, community park amendments, and building renovations.

• Plan of Development recommendation for front yard setback at 3200 West Moore Street
• Shared use path review between Crutchfield Street and West 42nd Street at 4200 Crutchfield St
• Window and roof vent renovations at Byrd Park Main Pump Station, 1708 Pump House Drive
• Greening Richmond Public Libraries: Ginter Park Branch project at 1200 Westbrook Avenue
• Landscape lighting review along East Broad Street between 4th Street and 7th Street

City Council

The City Council and Richmond Delegation are scheduled to meet at 3:30 PM. The agenda consists of a presentation by the City Council and Richmond Delegation.

• City Council and Richmond Delegation Presentation

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Richmond Board of Zoning Appeals will review three applications for special exceptions to zoning code requirements. Applicants at 2101 Stuart Avenue, 2110 Edwards Avenue, and 2310 Park Avenue seek variances for setbacks, lot dimensions, or coverage limits to build residential additions or split a property. These decisions could affect neighborhood density, property boundaries, and compliance with local zoning rules.

• BZA 14-2024: Special exception request at 2101 Stuart Avenue to reconstruct a rear porch and add a second story to an accessory structure, bypassing setback requirements.
• BZA 15-2024: Elderhomes Corporation requests a lot split and permits for two new single-family homes at 2110 Edwards Avenue, seeking relief from lot area and width standards.
• BZA 16-2024: Sonja Roberts applies to build a one-story rear addition at 2310 Park Avenue, requesting exceptions for side yard setbacks and lot coverage limits.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several special use applications for residential dwellings and a property acquisition for a community center. The Commission will also discuss a $13,400,966.00 appropriation for the Enslaved African Heritage Campus project.

• Acquisition of 436 Calhoun Street (Calhoun Family Investment Center) to be used as a community center
• Special use for two-family detached dwelling at 3024 3rd Avenue
• Special use for two two-family detached dwellings at 1416 Bryan Street
• Special use for single-family detached dwelling with accessory building at 6209 Forest Hill Avenue
• Special use for up to three two-family detached dwellings at 1609 Pollock Street

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The Organizational Development Standing Committee will review several items, including a $6,000,000.00 federal grant for the Office of Sustainability. The committee is also considering an ordinance for City Council member salary increases and a resolution regarding a location for the National Slavery Museum.

• Ordinance 2024-129: Amending City Code to provide for City Council salary increases
• Ordinance 2024-143: Accepting $6,000,000.00 from the USDA for urban greening and workforce development
• Resolution 2023-R024: Studying a location in Shockoe Bottom for the National Slavery Museum
• Lead Service Line Replacement Grant Program presentation by Public Utilities
• Civilian Review Board update

City Council

The Richmond City Council will hold a special meeting to introduce legislation. The discussion focuses on ordinances regarding the uses and allocation of Council District Funds.

• Ordinances regarding the uses and allocation of Council District Funds

Informal Meeting

The City of Richmond Council is holding an informal meeting. The agenda includes a docket review and the referral of service delivery issues to City Administration.

• Referral of Service Delivery Issues to City Administration

City Council

The City Council will consider several action items including zoning amendments, street improvements, and budget appropriations. The agenda includes a $50 million grant for the Combined Sewer Overflow project.

• Amendment to Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan to increase area by 2.85 acres
• Installation of speed tables on the 1600 and 1800 blocks of Monteiro Street
• Modification of sound control exemptions for refuse collection and sanitation services
• Release of deed conditions for 2615 Q Street to facilitate affordable housing development
• Authorization of $50,000,000.00 grant from Virginia Department of Environmental Quality for Combined Sewer Overflow project

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will review several applications for new residential dwellings and building additions. The agenda also includes a review of the Hickory Hill NRHP and proposed revisions to paint guidelines.

• Hickory Hill NRHP Review
• Paint Guidelines Revisions
• 1630 Pope Avenue: Amendment to a previously approved garage addition
• 4107 Hermitage Road: Replace non-original roof on a historic garage
• 1908 Princess Anne Avenue: Add permanent solar string lighting

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The Governmental Operations Standing Committee will review several ordinances regarding city code changes, polling place relocations, and a towing contract. The meeting also includes presentations on adult-use cannabis regulation in the Commonwealth.

• Amendment to City Code § 11-36 regarding refuse collection and sanitation sound control exemptions
• Relocation of the Precinct 603 polling place via Ord. No. 2024-126
• Relocation of the Precinct 909 and Precinct 910 polling places via Ord. No. 127
• Amendment to City Code §§ 2-1336, 2-1337, and 2-1339 regarding development project webpages
• Towing services contract with Manchester Marketing, Inc. T/A Seibert’s Towing via Ord. No. 2024-137

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a $50 million grant from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality for the Combined Sewer Overflow project. Other items include development plans for Creighton Court, a stadium proposal, and residential uses at 1415 Bryan Street. The meeting also includes reviews of signage in Carytown and park features on Belle Isle.

• $50,000,000 grant from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality for Combined Sewer Overflow project
• Special use permit for a stadium at 3301 Maplewood Avenue and 800 Freeman Road
• Final Community Unit Plan for Creighton Court Redevelopment, Phase B
• Special use permit for three two-family dwellings at 1415 Bryan Street
• Gateway sign review for the Carytown Commercial District on Cary Street

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee will consider several ordinances including street improvements and outdoor dining authorizations. It will also review a proposal regarding property at 2615 Q Street to support affordable housing development. A presentation on racial disparities in home values and displacement risks is also scheduled.

• Install speed tables in the 1600 and 1800 blocks of Monteiro Street
• Authorize outdoor dining encroachment for RRG Properties, LLC at E Broad St and N 28th St
• Designate the 2200 block of Gordon Avenue in honor of Gilda Marie Hines
• Release deed conditions for 2615 Q Street to facilitate affordable housing development
• Execute a programmatic agreement with the Virginia State Historic Preservation Office

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee is reviewing several ordinances, including a $50 million grant from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality. The committee will also consider changes to City Council compensation and transitioning real estate assessment cycles to a fiscal year.

• Ordinance 2024-129: Salary increases for City Council members and President
• Ordinance 2024-130: Transitioning real estate assessment cycles to a fiscal year
• Ordinance 2024-131: $50,000,000 grant from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality for the Combined Sewer Overflow project

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

City Council

The City Council will consider a budget amendment to increase revenues from estimated interest income by $9,000,000. This includes allocating $988,156 toward new Parks Improvement Projects. The agenda also includes several zoning changes and traffic signal installations.

• Budget amendment to increase revenues from interest income by $9,000,000
• Allocation of $988,156 for Parks Improvement Projects
• Expansion of the Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan by 2.85 acres
• Mixed-use development permit for up to 91 units at 1515 Chamberlayne Parkway
• All-way stop signs at Grayland Avenue and South Sheppard Street

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The committee will review the FY 23 Non-Departmental Summary Report. Members will also hear updates from Richmond Public Schools leadership and the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Human Services.

• FY 23 Non-Departmental Summary Report presentation
• Richmond Public Schools and School Board updates
• Update from the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Human Services
• Board Vacancy Report
• Approval of April 11, 2024 meeting minutes

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will review several proposals regarding signage, lighting, and public spaces. This includes a concept for a new play area on Belle Isle and improvements to the Ginter Park Branch Library.

• Final review of an overhead gateway sign on Cary Street
• Concept review for a natural play area on Belle Isle
• ADA renovation at Byrd Park Round House, 621 Westover Road
• Landscape lighting along East Broad Street medians
• Greening project for Ginter Park Branch Library

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several measures related to the Diamond District redevelopment. This includes authorizing up to $170,000,000 in bonds for a new baseball stadium and creating a Community Development Authority. The meeting also addresses agreements for public improvements along North Arthur Ashe Boulevard and Hermitage Road.

• Authorization of up to $170,000,000 in bonds for a new Diamond District baseball stadium
• Creation of the Diamond District Community Development Authority
• Execution of a redevelopment agreement with Diamond District Partners, LLC
• Approval of a plan to finance public infrastructure through revenue bonds
• Appointment of initial Board of Directors members for the new authority

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several special use applications for residential and mixed-use developments. The meeting also includes an update on the Richmond 300 Code Refresh.

• Increasing the Shops at Stratford Hills area by 2.85 acres
• Mixed-use building with up to 91 units at 1515 Chamberlayne Parkway
• Two single-family dwellings at 2902 ½ and 2904 East Franklin Street
• Multifamily dwelling of up to three units at 1210 West Franklin Street
• Up to four two-family dwellings at 3704 Lawson Street

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to request a study identifying a site for the National Slavery Museum in the Shockoe Bottom area. The agenda also includes reports from various standing committees and discussion regarding council transition planning.

• Resolution 2023-R024: Requesting a study for a National Slavery Museum location
• Approval of April 1, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion on Council Transition Planning

City Council

The City Council is meeting to take actions regarding pending budget ordinances for fiscal year 2024-2025. Discussions include the annual budget, a new city pay plan, and various bond authorizations for capital projects.

• Increase of $9,000,000.00 in estimated interest income to fund departments and nonprofit initiatives
• Adoption of the FY25 annual budget and zoning fee changes (Ord. 2024-099)
• Adoption of a Capital Budget for fiscal year 2024-2025 (Ord. 2024-100)
• Adoption of a new city pay plan for FY 2024-2025 (Ord. 2024-101)
• $96,417,470 in general obligation bonds for schools and infrastructure (Ord. 2024-102)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider an application for a special exception to construct a garage at 1501 Whitlone Drive. The request seeks relief from front yard setback requirements. The Board will also approve the April 2024 minutes.

• Special exception application for a garage at 1501 Whitlone Drive
• Approval of April 2024 minutes

Planning Commission

The commission will consider Ordinance No. 2024-099 to adopt the annual budget for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2024. This includes budgets for City operations, Richmond Public Schools, and utilities. The ordinance also provides for increases to certain zoning-related filing fees.

• Adoption of the FY 2024-2025 annual budget
• Fee increases for certificates of appropriateness and zoning compliance
• Budget allocations for City operations and Richmond Public Schools

City Council

The City Council will conduct a budget work session. The meeting includes discussion and finalization of proposed budget amendments.

• Discussion and finalization of proposed budget amendments

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will meet to review items including Trailhead finalists and specific art gift proposals. The agenda includes discussions regarding Bon Secours Gifts of Art and Alice Banks Gift of Art.

• Review of Trailhead Finalists
• Bon Secours Gifts of Art proposal
• Alice Banks Gift of Art proposal

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will review ordinances to amend city code regarding sound control exemptions and polling place licenses. It will also consider approving collective bargaining agreements for firefighters, police, and SEIU members. Additionally, the committee is scheduled to discuss next steps for reviewing the City Charter.

• Amend City Code § 11-36 regarding sound control exemption hours for sanitation services
• Add new section 9-58.1 to City Code concerning polling place licenses
• Approve collective bargaining agreement with International Association of Fire Fighters, Local 995
• Approve collective bargaining agreement with Richmond Coalition of Police
• Approve collective bargaining agreement with Service Employees International Union, Virginia 512

Public Safety Standing Committee

The committee will consider authorizing a lease agreement with Greater Richmond Transit Co. to operate radio communications equipment at City Hall. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the ticketing of city-owned employee vehicles.

• Lease agreement between the City of Richmond and Greater Richmond Transit Co. for radio equipment at 900 East Broad Street
• Discussion on the ticketing of city-owned employee vehicles
• Approval of March 26, 2024, meeting minutes
• Public Safety Board Vacancy Report

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will discuss several property modifications, including new construction and structural changes. The meeting also includes discussions regarding revisions to paint guidelines and fees.

• CAR Fee Revisions
• Paint Guidelines Revisions
• 2207 Carrington Street: New two-story single-family dwelling
• 3202 Monument Avenue: Porch enclosure and rooftop garage addition
• 2205 East Broad Street: Rooftop garage addition

Informal Meeting

This informal meeting includes a presentation regarding the renovation of City Council offices. The agenda also covers the referral of service delivery issues to City Administration.

• City Council Offices Renovation presentation/handout (CD.2024.131)
• Referral of service delivery issues to City Administration

City Council

The Richmond City Council is reviewing a consent agenda containing nine items that affect local services and neighborhood development. Key budget amendments redirect $865,000 for climate resilience grants and allocate $988,156 from estimated interest revenue toward park improvements. Property use proposals include parking and electric vehicle charging stations at Auburn and Floyd Avenues, four new homes on Campbell Avenue, and a land trust sale on Q Street to support affordable housing. Two traffic safety measures proposing all-way stops were continued to May 13.

• ORD. 2024-073: Redirects $865,000 from the Office of Sustainability for neighborhood climate resilience grants
• ORD. 2024-077: Allocates $988,156 from increased interest revenue to fund city park and recreation improvements
• ORD. 2024-049: Approves special use for a parking lot, garages, and EV charging stations at 1 Rear North Auburn Avenue and 3145 Rear Floyd Avenue
• ORD. 2024-098: Reviews zoning for four single-family homes at 5500 Campbell Avenue (7th District)
• ORD. 2024-096: Authorizes a grant contract with the Richmond and Henrico Public Health Foundation to operate the Health Equity Trust Fund

City Council

The City Council is conducting a budget work session to review specific departments and enhancements. The session includes updates on the Department of General Services, Community and Neighborhood Support, and proposed RVA 311 enhancements.

• Review of Department of General Services
• Review of Community and Neighborhood Support
• Proposed RVA 311 enhancements
• Update on Non-Departmental Requests
• Office of the Council Chief of Staff overview

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing several ordinances for the Diamond District redevelopment, including a $170 million bond for a new baseball stadium. The agenda also includes accepting a $100 million grant for sewer projects and amending the budget to increase interest income revenues by $9 million.

• Issuance of up to $170,000,000 in bonds for a new baseball stadium
• Acceptance of a $100,000,000 grant for the Combined Sewer Overflow project
• Budget amendment to increase revenues from interest income by $9,000,000
• Infrastructure and tax grant agreements for CoStar Realty Information, Inc.
• Creation of the Diamond District Community Development Authority

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee will review several ordinances, including an amendment to a $5.8 million federal housing fund allocation plan. The agenda also includes a new office lease for the Department of Social Services and speed table installations on Monteiro Street.

• Amendment to the $5,840,854 HOME-ARP Allocation Plan
• Lease of 113,319 square feet at 300 East Franklin Street for Social Services
• $600,000 donation of construction services for Hotchkiss Field Community Center
• Installation of speed tables on the 1600 and 1800 blocks of Monteiro Street
• Release of deed conditions for 2615 Q Street to facilitate affordable housing

Planning Commission

The Commission will review the FY 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program and proposed changes to city zoning filing fees. The agenda also includes several land use items such as a special use request for single-family dwellings and reviews of various park and trail structures.

• Special use of 5500 Campbell Avenue for four single-family detached dwellings
• Subdivision exception for 3301 Park Avenue
• Review of Fonticello Park restroom structure and splash pad at 2813 Bainbridge Street
• Review of proposed storage building at 1701 Fairfield Way
• Review of proposed outdoor classroom at Pine Camp Park, 4901 Old Brook Road

City Council

The Richmond City Council is conducting a budget work session. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Capital Improvement Plan and the Compensation and Pay Plan. The session also features an overview of the Office of the Council Chief of Staff.

• Capital Improvement Plan discussion
• Compensation and Pay Plan discussion
• Office of the Council Chief of Staff overview

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The committee will review updates from Richmond Public Schools and Human Services. Members will consider an ordinance for the Health Equity Trust Fund and a resolution regarding Safe Routes to School programs.

• Ordinance 2024-096: Health Equity Trust Fund Grant Contract with Richmond and Henrico Public Health Foundation
• Resolution 2024-R013: Funding for Safe Routes to School programs via Virginia Department of Transportation
• FY 23 Non-Departmental Charitable Grants Summary Report
• Board Vacancy Report

Informal Meeting

This informal meeting includes a docket review and the referral of service delivery issues to City Administration. The City Administration will also provide an update regarding the Diamond District Development Project.

• Referral of service delivery issues to City Administration
• Diamond District Development Project update

City Council

The Richmond City Council is reviewing several zoning changes, street sign installations, and budget amendments. Key items include a large state grant for community safety and a fund transfer for neighborhood climate resilience projects. The agenda also includes various special use permit requests for businesses and residential dwellings.

• $3,320,000 grant from the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services for the Safer Communities Special Fund
• $830,485 budget transfer to fund neighborhood climate resilience grants
• Installation of all-way stop signs at Grayland Avenue and South Sheppard Street
• Special use permit for a restaurant and nightclub at 2727 West Broad Street
• $10,000 grant from the U.S. Conference of Mayors for the RVA Doulas-in-Training program

City Council

The Richmond City Council will hold a budget work session to review the Mayor's proposed budget. The session includes an overview of the General Fund and revenue, the Compensation Pay Plan, and revenues from estimated interest income.

• Overview of Mayor's Proposed Budget
• Richmond General Fund and Revenue
• Compensation Pay Plan
• Revenues from Estimated Interest Income

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will review several development proposals and park improvements. The meeting also includes discussions regarding public arts representation.

• Fonticello Park restroom and splash pad review at 2813 Bainbridge Street
• Front yard setback Plan of Development at 501 Orleans Street
• Outdoor seating encroachment at 2101 West Main Street
• Proposed storage building at 1701 Fairfield Way
• James River Branch Trail segment between Westover Hills Boulevard and North Hopkins Road

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing two applications from Watchtower Homes regarding residential construction. The requests include a special exception to build three detached houses at 5417 Salem Street and a variance for an attached dwelling at 3222 N Street.

• Special exception for three new single-family dwellings at 5417 Salem Street
• Variance for a single-family attached dwelling at 3222 N Street
• Approval of March 2024 minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several special use applications for residential, commercial, and childcare purposes. The agenda also includes a request to declare city-owned real estate surplus and an intent to amend zoning regulation fees.

• Expansion of veterinary clinic at 1217 West Leigh Street
• Restaurant and nightclub use at 2727 West Broad Street
• Day nursery for up to 12 children at 5224 Bryce Lane
• Mixed-use building with outdoor dining at 3001 West Leigh Street
• Conveyance of 0.308 acres at 4809 Old Warwick Road to United Parents Against Lead & Other Environmental Hazards

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The Organizational Development Standing Committee will review legislative updates from the General Assembly session and a presentation on the Combined Sewer Program. The meeting also includes budget request specifics and updates from the Council Chief of Staff.

• Legislative Updates presentation by Kathy Burcher
• Combined Sewer Program presentation by Department of Public Utilities Director April Bingham
• FY25 Budget Request Specifics from Council Chief of Staff LaTesha Holmes
• Discussion regarding Surplus Fund Balance Policy

City Council

The City Council is holding a budget work session. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Richmond Public Schools budget and the Children’s Funding Project.

• Richmond Public Schools Budget
• Children’s Funding Project

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will meet to discuss the Temporary Art on Broad project. The commission will also review the Trailhead finalists.

• Temporary Art on Broad Project
• Trailhead Finalists

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to modify the hours during which refuse collection and sanitation services are exempt from sound control provisions. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Public Art Commission ordinance.

• Ordinance 2024-094: amending City Code § 11-36 regarding sound control exemptions for refuse collection
• Discussion on the Public Art Commission ordinance

Public Safety Standing Committee

The Public Safety Standing Committee will consider an ordinance to accept $3,320,000 from the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services. This funding would create a new Safer Communities Special Fund for the Department of Justice Services to implement the Safer Community Program. The committee will also discuss noise ordinance enforceability and courthouse security.

• $3,320,000.00 grant from the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services for the Safer Communities Special Fund
• Discussion on noise ordinance enforceability
• Discussion on courthouse security

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will consider several applications for property modifications and new constructions. Items include single-family dwellings, accessory dwelling units, and various exterior renovations.

• 2111-2119 Venable Street: Construct 16 single family dwellings
• 810-812 N. 22nd Street: Construct four single family dwellings
• 2316-2318 Burton Street: Construct two single family attached dwellings
• 1843 W. Grace Street: Construct a rear accessory dwelling unit
• 506 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard: Install a front yard patio

Informal Meeting

The City Council will hold an informal meeting to review the docket and refer service delivery issues to the City Administration. No other discussion items are listed on the agenda.

• Referral of Service Delivery Issues to City Administration

City Council

The council is considering multiple special use permits for residential and mixed-use buildings across various districts. The agenda also includes amendments to city codes and the acceptance of a museum sculpture donation. One item involves incentives for a new bioanalytics laboratory facility.

• Special use permit for ten single-family attached dwellings on North 26th Street
• Incentives for a bioanalytics laboratory at 737 North 5th Street
• Mixed-use building authorization at 1401 and 1407 Hull Street
• Acceptance of a $37,500 sculpture donation from The Valentine Museum
• Amendments to the Future of Workforce Commission membership

City Council

The City Council is conducting a budget work session to review fiscal year 2025 priorities. The discussion includes the Richmond General Fund Budget and the Capital Improvement Priorities.

• FY25 Richmond City Council Budget Work Session #1 Presentation
• Discussion of Richmond General Fund Budget Priorities
• Discussion of Richmond Capital Improvement Priorities

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing several ordinances to accept various grants and amend city budgets. These items include funding for a new bioanalytics laboratory, emergency communication equipment, and neighborhood climate resilience projects.

• Incentives for bioanalytics laboratory at 737 North 5th Street
• $3,000,000 for Fall Line Trail Bryan Park Segment project
• $249,000 grant for youth and family violence prevention services
• $300,000 to update emergency call handling equipment
• $830,485 transfer for neighborhood climate resilience projects

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee will review several ordinances regarding street signage, memorial designations, and a new city-wide transportation plan. The agenda also includes a proposal to accept a sculpture donation valued at approximately $37,500 for East Clay Street.

• Designate corner of 1601 Littlepage Street and Mechanicsville Turnpike in honor of Reverend Shady Clark, Jr.
• Erect all-way stop signs at Grayland Avenue and South Sheppard Street
• Erect all-way stop signs at Parkwood Avenue and McCloy Street
• Designate portion of East 32nd Street between Midlothian Turnpike and McRand Street in honor of Frank J. Wilkins, Sr.
• Adopt Richmond Connects, Strategic Plan as the official comprehensive transportation plan

Planning Commission

The Commission is reviewing several special use applications for residential and mixed-use developments. Agenda items also include accepting $3,000,000 for the Fall Line Trail Bryan Park Segment and allocating funds for park improvements.

• $3,000,000 from CVTA for the Fall Line Trail Bryan Park Segment project
• Expansion of Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan by 2.85 acres
• $988,156 appropriation for Parks Improvement Projects
• Special use permit for mixed-use building at 1005 Westover Hills Boulevard
• Redesign review for Blackwell Park at 1400 Maury Avenue

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The committee will review updates on Richmond Public Schools and human services. It will also consider ordinances regarding poverty reduction reporting and the Future of Workforce Commission. A resolution to establish Manchester Green as a city park is also on the agenda.

• Resolution 2024-R008: Designating Manchester Green at 405 West 6th Street as an official City park
• Ordinance 2024-047: Modifying reporting requirements for the Mayor's poverty reduction initiative
• Ordinance 2024-054: Revising membership of the Future of Workforce Commission
• Update on Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority (RRHA) family recertification and evictions
• Updates from Richmond Public Schools and the Richmond School Board

Informal Meeting

The City Council will hold an informal meeting to review the docket and refer service delivery issues to the City Administration. There are no other discussion items listed on the agenda.

• Referral of Service Delivery Issues to City Administration

City Council

The City Council will review several items including zoning requests, code amendments, and property sales. The agenda includes a directive to study locations for the National Slavery Museum in Shockoe Bottom.

• Amendment to include yard waste prohibition in unlawful dumping code
• Special use authorization for 2017 2nd Avenue (two-family dwelling)
• Special use authorization for North 26th Street properties (ten single-family attached dwellings)
• Sale of City-owned real estate at 2510 Lynhaven Avenue to YWCA Richmond
• Study to identify a location in Shockoe Bottom for the National Slavery Museum

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee is reviewing the location, character, and extent for a redesign of Blackwell Park. The review includes consideration of the proposed final plan and staff report.

• UDC 2024-09: Review of redesigned Blackwell Park at 1400 Maury Avenue

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider several applications for variances and special exceptions. These include requests for a new three-story mixed-use building on Semmes Avenue and site lighting at a public high school.

• Variance for a three-story mixed-use building at 1903 & 1905 Semmes Avenue
• Special exception for athletic field lighting at 4314 Crutchfield Street
• Variance for an outdoor dining area at 1328 West Cary Street
• Special exceptions for lot splits and new homes at 422 and 426 Hunt Avenue
• Variance for a single-family home at 400 South Stafford Avenue

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several special use authorizations for residential dwellings and parking facilities. The agenda also includes a proposal to direct the sale of City-owned real estate at 2510 Lynhaven Avenue to YWCA Richmond.

• Special use for up to 50 dwelling units at 2510 Lynhaven Avenue
• Sale of 3.937± acres at 2510 Lynhaven Avenue to YWCA Richmond
• Special use for a two-family detached dwelling at 1412 Rogers Street
• Special use for ten single-family attached dwellings on North 26th Street
• Special use for surface parking and EV charging at 1 Rear North Auburn Avenue and 3145 Rear Floyd Avenue

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The Organizational Development Standing Committee will consider three resolutions. These include a request for a study to locate the National Slavery Museum in Shockoe Bottom, support for federal funding for the Lombardy Street CSX Bridge Replacement, and the designation of 2510 Lynhaven Avenue as a revitalization area.

• Study to identify a location in Shockoe Bottom for the National Slavery Museum (RES. 2023-R024)
• Support for federal funding for the Lombardy Street CSX Bridge Replacement project (RES. 2024-R009)
• Designation of 2510 Lynhaven Avenue as a revitalization area (RES. 2024-R010)

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will consider proposals regarding the acquisition of several local cemeteries and changes to the Green City Commission. Members will also review updates to sustainable design standards and discuss next steps for the Charter Review Commission.

• Resolution to request a plan for acquiring Evergreen, East End, and Forest View cemeteries
• Ordinance to modify the Green City Commission's name, membership, and responsibilities
• Ordinance to repeal City Code sections regarding webpages for development projects
• Presentation on Sustainable Design Standards updates
• Resolution to amend committee Rules of Procedure

Public Safety Standing Committee

The committee will review an ordinance to amend City Code § 11-102 regarding unlawful dumping. The Richmond Ambulance Authority will also present its 2023 Annual Report and FY25 subsidy request.

• Ordinance 2023-339: prohibiting yard waste dumping on public and private property
• Richmond Ambulance Authority 2023 Annual Report presentation
• Richmond Ambulance Authority FY25 Subsidy Request presentation

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will review several applications for exterior changes and new constructions. Items include fire escape replacements, residential dwellings, and a new two-story building.

• 2214 E. Marshall Street: Install exterior blinds on second-story windows
• 2316-2318 Burton Street: Construct two single family attached dwellings
• 1822 W. Grace Street: Exterior alterations to a rear carriage house
• 504 N. 26th Street: Construct a new retaining wall and rebuild foundation portion
• 22, 21, and 23 S. Arthur Ashe Boulevard: Replace steel fire escapes with wood

Informal Meeting

This is an informal meeting for the City of Richmond. The agenda 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

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items for the Consent Agenda, including property acquisitions and zoning changes. Notable discussions involve funding for community services related to homelessness at 10 Belt Boulevard.

• Acquisition of 10 Belt Boulevard for homelessness and housing services
• $3,650,000.00 appropriation for property acquisition at 10 Belt Boulevard
• Closing an unimproved portion of West 20th Street to public use
• Special use authorization for 2017 2nd Avenue (two-family dwelling)
• Special use authorization for 1401 and 1407 Hull Street (mixed-use building)

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will meet on February 22, 2024, to discuss a new proposal regarding temporary art. The meeting includes a roll call, approval of minutes, and a secretary's report.

• Temporary Art: A New Proposal

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions. Items include a zoning ordinance rewrite, funding for the Fall Line Trail - Bryan Park Segment, and various street and alley name designations.

• Zoning Ordinance Rewrite presentation
• Funding for the Fall Line Trail - Bryan Park Segment project via CVTA agreement
• Amendment to City Code regarding refuse collection for elderly and persons with disabilities
• Designation of 6008 Rear Howard Road as 'Bay Street Commons' park
• Request for Commonwealth Transportation Board funding for SMART SCALE projects

Planning Commission

The Richmond Planning Commission is considering several property acquisitions and special use applications. Proposals include creating permanent supportive housing and preserving historic African-American cemeteries as public greenspaces. The commission will also review a redesign plan for Blackwell Park.

• Acquisition of 10 Belt Boulevard for homelessness and housing services
• Up to 83 permanent supportive housing units at 2900 Rady Street and 2733 5th Avenue
• Preservation of East End, Evergreen, and Forest View Cemeteries as historic greenspaces
• Concept plan review for Blackwell Park redesign at 1400 Maury Avenue
• Special use for ten single-family detached dwellings at 6422 Forest Hill Avenue

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee will consider budget amendments, including funding for property acquisition at 10 Belt Boulevard. The meeting includes updates on the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and economic development. Other items involve changes to parking district grants and personal property tax relief rates.

• Appropriating $3,650,000 for property acquisition at 10 Belt Boulevard for housing services
• Creating a new 'ElderHomes Corporation' line item with $500,000 from the Reserve for Alternative Housing
• Authorizing grants from the Special Parking Districts Fund to neighborhood and civic associations
• Reducing interest and penalties on certain unpaid personal property taxes
• Setting 2024 personal property tax relief rates for qualifying vehicles

Informal Meeting

The City Council will conduct an informal meeting to review the docket and refer service delivery issues to the City Administration. No other discussion items are listed on the agenda.

• Referral of Service Delivery Issues to City Administration

City Council

The Richmond City Council is reviewing several zoning and special use permit requests. These include proposals for new residential dwellings, a nightclub, and mixed-use developments. The council will also consider reducing the speed limit on Brookland Parkway.

• Reduce speed limit on Brookland Parkway from 35 mph to 25 mph
• Rezoning of 4400 East Main Street and 4500 Old Main Street to TOD-1 District
• Special use permit for a nightclub at 309 East Broad Street
• Authorization of ten single-family attached dwellings on North 26th Street
• Revisions to the Affordable Dwelling Unit Density Program

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The committee will consider several items regarding human services, including the acceptance of federal funds for poverty reduction. Discussion also includes updates from Richmond Public Schools and the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Human Services.

• Acceptance of $797,329.00 from US Dept. of Health and Human Services to fund human services integration
• Appropriation of $697,329.00 to the YMCA of Greater Richmond (Social Needs Navigation) line item
• Lease agreement with The Salvation Army for a resource center at 1900 Chamberlayne Avenue
• Grant contract with The Salvation Army for an inclement weather and year-round emergency shelter at 1900 Chamberlayne Avenue

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will review a concept plan for the redesign of Blackwell Park. The committee will also consider a setback recommendation for a proposed VPM building and discuss delegating certain minor development recommendations to staff.

• Concept plan review for redesigned Blackwell Park at 1400 Maury Avenue
• Plan of Development recommendation for front yard setback at 13 East Broad Street
• Resolution to delegate minor Plan of Development recommendations to staff
• Discussion with City Urban Forester Michael Webb

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board is reviewing two applications for special exceptions regarding accessory structures. These requests involve building permits that do not meet existing side and rear yard setback requirements.

• Special exception application for an accessory structure at 1618 FLOYD AVENUE
• Special exception application for a new two-story detached garage (18’ x 25’) at 1501 CLAREMONT AVENUE
• Approval of January 2024 Minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing multiple rezoning and special use applications, including a nightclub at 309 East Broad Street. The agenda includes consideration of a $4 million grant for the Arthur Ashe Boulevard Bridge Replacement. Several items regarding housing and property acquisitions were requested to be continued to a later meeting.

• $4,000,000 CSX Transportation grant for Arthur Ashe Boulevard Bridge Replacement
• Rezoning 4400 East Main Street and 4500 Old Main Street to TOD-1
• Grant agreement with Salvation Army for "Center of Hope" at 1900 Chamberlayne Avenue
• Special use permit for a nightclub at 309 East Broad Street
• Intent to amend Chapter 30 zoning regulations

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The Organizational Development Standing Committee will receive an annual update from Richmond Region Tourism. The meeting includes a presentation on Participatory Budgeting and discussions regarding the City Employee Directory and proposed amendments to Council Rules of Procedure.

• Richmond Region Tourism Annual Update
• Participatory Budgeting Presentation
• Proposed Amendments to Council’s Rules of Procedure
• Closed Session: Diamond District Development Project

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will meet to elect new officers and review several art-related items. The agenda includes a discussion of a gift of art for Jefferson Park and increasing funding for Fire Station #12.

• Electing New Officers
• Gift of Art: Jefferson Park
• Increasing Funding for Fire Station #12
• Temporary Art on Broad Street

Governmental Operations Standing Committee

The committee will consider ordinances regarding tax payment applications and Clean City Commission operations. Members will also discuss a request for a plan to acquire three local cemeteries.

• Proposal to acquire Evergreen, East End, and Forest View Cemeteries (RES. 2023-R011)
• Amendments to Clean City Commission membership and functions (ORD. 2024-026)
• Changes to the application of tax payments in the City Code (ORD. 2024-024)
• Repeal of code sections regarding webpages for development projects (ORD. 2024-025)

Public Safety Standing Committee

The Public Safety Standing Committee will consider reducing the speed limit on Brookland Parkway between Hermitage Road and Brook Road from 35 mph to 25 mph. The committee will also hear a report regarding the Virginia Board of Local and Regional Jails.

• Speed limit reduction on Brookland Parkway (35 mph to 25 mph)
• Virginia Board of Local and Regional Jails Report
• Approval of November 28, 2023, meeting minutes

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission will review several applications for residential modifications, including garage constructions and porch railing replacements. The agenda also includes a conceptual review for a new two-story single family dwelling.

• 972 Pink Street: Construct rear garage with accessory dwelling unit above
• 510 North 29th Street: Replace front porch railing with composite materials
• 3105 West Frankllin Street: Replace wooden balustrade with composite material
• 611 North 26th Street: Construct rear yard garage and 2-story rear addition
• 2616 East Grace Street: Construct new second story rear addition

Informal Meeting

The City Council will conduct an informal meeting to review the docket and refer service delivery issues to City Administration. A closed session is scheduled to discuss contracts and compensation for Council appointees.

• Referral of Service Delivery Issues to City Administration
• Closed Session: Discussion of Council Appointees' Contracts and Compensation

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items for approval, including street name designations and grant contracts. The agenda includes actions on workforce development through greenspaces and infrastructure projects like the Manchester Connection to James River.

• Special use of 901 and 909 North 36th Street for up to ten single-family attached dwellings
• Designation of the 2900 block of Seminary Avenue in honor of Dr. Arnold R. Henderson, Jr.
• Designation of the 2400 block of Hawthorne Avenue in honor of James E. “Duke” Stewart, II
• Designation of the 2900 block of Brook Road in honor of James E. “Duke” Stewart, III
• Acceptance of $489,395.00 for the Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney's Operation Ceasefire Special Fund

Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to appropriate $3,650,000 for the acquisition of property at 10 Belt Boulevard for housing and homelessness services. The meeting also includes presentations regarding debt capacity and revenue administration processes.

• Ordinance 2024-011: $3,650,000 appropriation for property at 10 Belt Boulevard
• Revenue increase of $3,140,571 from Greater Richmond Convention Center Authority
• Revenue increase of $509,429 from interest on City funds
• Presentation on Debt Capacity by Michael Nguyen
• Presentation on Revenue Administration Process Improvement by Sheila White

Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding street name designations and city contracts. Items include funding for the Manchester Connection to James River project and a stormwater grant for the Greening Greater Fulton project.

• 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.
• Funding for Manchester Connection to James River project shared use path and pedestrian bridge
• Grant contract with Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay for $137,126.00 for Greening Greater Fulton

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a property acquisition for homelessness and housing services at 10 Belt Boulevard. It will also review a request to accept $1,599,897.00 for pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements.

• Acquisition of 10 Belt Boulevard for community services related to homelessness and housing
• Acceptance of $1,599,897.00 from Central Virginia Transportation Authority for Manchester Connection to James River - Ped/Bike project
• Subdivision Exception for 1823, 1825, and 1827 West Cary Street
• Special use request for up to ten single-family attached dwellings at 901 and 909 North 36th Street

Education and Human Services Standing Committee

The committee will review presentations regarding older adult needs and children's funding updates. Discussion items include human services updates and Richmond Public Schools reports. Several ordinances authorizing grant contracts are also up for consideration.

• Grant contract with Fulton Montessori School for early childhood care
• Grant contract with The OmMama Resource Center, Inc. (Nurture) for a parenting resource directory
• Grant contract with Southside ReLeaf for workforce development via greenspaces
• Grant contract with Groundwork RVA, Inc. for workforce development via greenspaces
• Grant contract with Virginia Community Voice for workforce development via greenspaces

Commission of Architectural Review

The quarterly meeting scheduled for January 9, 2024, has been cancelled. The agenda included items such as a year in review and discussions regarding window conservation and paint.

• Meeting Cancelled

Informal Meeting

The City Council will conduct an informal meeting to discuss honorary street namings and the purchase of Mayo Island. A closed session is scheduled for legal consultation on collective bargaining and public safety plans for City Hall.

• Honorary Street Namings discussion
• Mayo Island Purchase discussion
• Legal consultation regarding collective bargaining
• Discussion of plans to protect the public safety of City Hall

City Council

The meeting includes several items on the consent agenda regarding special use permits and street designations. Several ordinances, including those for affordable housing density and speed limit changes, are scheduled to be continued to future meetings.

• Expansion of the Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan by 2.85 acres
• Special use permit for up to ten single-family attached dwellings at 901 and 909 North 36th Street
• Special use permit for mixed-use/live-work units at 4605–4627 West Broad Street
• Closing a portion of West 20th Street between Semmes Avenue and Sioux Falls Alley
• Reduction of speed limit on Brookland Parkway from 35 mph to 25 mph

Urban Design Committee

The committee will review an amendment for the Byrd Park Round House ADA renovation at 621 Westover Rd. Members will also consider a permanent outdoor seating encroachment at 2800 East Broad Street.

• ADA renovation amendment for Byrd Park Round House at 621 Westover Rd
• Permanent outdoor seating encroachment at 2800 East Broad Street
• Amendment to application form regarding public outreach and architectural context

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board is reviewing two applications for special exceptions to allow new single-family detached dwellings. These requests involve lot splits and building permits where existing lot area and width requirements are not met.

• Special exception application for a new dwelling at 3028 NAVARONE AVENUE
• Special exception application for a new dwelling at 1516 NATIONAL STREET
• Approval of December 2023 Minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several land use requests, including an amendment to the Shops at Stratford Hills Community Unit Plan. Other items include special use authorizations for single-family attached dwellings and a subdivision exception request.

• Amendment to increase Shops at Stratford Hills area by 2.85 acres to 67.4± acres
• Special use of 901 and 909 North 36th Street for up to ten single-family attached dwellings
• Special use of 1420 Spotsylvania Street for two single-family attached dwellings
• Location review of a 256 square foot drainage easement at 5737 Hull Street Road
• Subdivision Exception Request for 220 N 20th Street

Organizational Development Standing Committee

The Organizational Development Standing Committee will review reports from Reynolds Community College, the Chief Administrative Officer, and the Department of Public Utilities. The committee is also considering resolutions regarding a site study for the National Slavery Museum and a program for employee domestic partnership benefits.

• Resolution to study a location in Shockoe Bottom for the National Slavery Museum
• Resolution to develop a domestic partnership benefits program for city employees
• Annual Report of Reynolds Community College presentation
• Annual Comprehensive Financial Report presentation
• Department of Public Utilities billing and collections audit update

City Council

The City Council is conducting an organizational meeting. The agenda includes the administration of the oath of office and the election of the Council President and Vice President.

• Election of the Council President
• Election of the Council Vice President
• Administration of Oath of Office