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City Council Updates   -   Mar 21, 2025 On the agenda: Richmond eyes early pension payoff using Chevron settlement funds
On the agenda: Richmond eyes early pension payoff using Chevron settlement funds

The Richmond City Council will meet on March 25 to discuss major financial decisions, including a proposal to use Chevron settlement funds for early pension debt payments, as well as updates on school district challenges, economic development initiatives, and police military equipment reports. Richmond weighs early pension debt payment using

News   -   Mar 20, 2025 Public banking in Richmond? City leaders call for alternatives as it sues big banks
Public banking in Richmond?  City leaders call for alternatives as it sues big banks

As Richmond pursues legal action against JPMorgan Chase and the Royal Bank of Canada over allegedly predatory financial deals, city officials appear to be doubling down on their support for Public Bank East Bay, a locally controlled financial institution they say will empower communities and prevent future exploitation. The lawsuit,

Richmond hosts first public Nowruz celebration at Marina Bay Park
Events   -   Mar 22, 2025 Richmond hosts first public Nowruz celebration at Marina Bay Park

The City of Richmond hosted its first public Nowruz celebration on Saturday, March 22, at Marina Bay Park, bringing together community members, local leaders, and performers to mark the Persian New Year and the arrival of spring. The event, initiated by District 4 Councilmember Soheila Bana, highlighted the contributions of

by Soren Hemmila
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Events   -   Mar 22, 2025 Richmond hosts first public Nowruz celebration at Marina Bay Park
Richmond hosts first public Nowruz celebration at Marina Bay Park

The City of Richmond hosted its first public Nowruz celebration on Saturday, March 22, at Marina Bay Park, bringing together community members, local leaders, and performers to mark the Persian New Year and the arrival of spring. The event, initiated by District 4 Councilmember Soheila Bana, highlighted the contributions of

by Soren Hemmila
City Council Updates   -   Mar 21, 2025 On the agenda: Richmond eyes early pension payoff using Chevron settlement funds
On the agenda: Richmond eyes early pension payoff using Chevron settlement funds

The Richmond City Council will meet on March 25 to discuss major financial decisions, including a proposal to use Chevron settlement funds for early pension debt payments, as well as updates on school district challenges, economic development initiatives, and police military equipment reports. Richmond weighs early pension debt payment using

by Soren Hemmila
News   -   Mar 20, 2025 Public banking in Richmond? City leaders call for alternatives as it sues big banks
Public banking in Richmond?  City leaders call for alternatives as it sues big banks

As Richmond pursues legal action against JPMorgan Chase and the Royal Bank of Canada over allegedly predatory financial deals, city officials appear to be doubling down on their support for Public Bank East Bay, a locally controlled financial institution they say will empower communities and prevent future exploitation. The lawsuit,

by Soren Hemmila
News   -   Mar 18, 2025 Richmond sues JPMorgan, Royal Bank of Canada over swap deals
Richmond sues JPMorgan, Royal Bank of Canada over swap deals

The City of Richmond has filed a lawsuit against JPMorgan Chase, the Royal Bank of Canada, and its former financial advisors, alleging that they engaged in illegal derivative contracts that cost the city tens of millions of dollars. The suit, filed on March 17, targets the Public Resources Advisory Group

by Soren Hemmila
Richmond Protest   -   Mar 15, 2025 Richmond Unites Against Hate: community rallies for immigrant rights
Richmond Unites Against Hate

Dozens of residents, activists, and local leaders gathered in the Richmond Civic Center Plaza on March 15 for a Richmond Unites Against Hate rally supporting immigrant rights. The event, which featured speeches, cultural performances, and resources for the community, underscored the city’s commitment to standing with its immigrant neighbors

by Soren Hemmila
News   -   Mar 13, 2025 City seeks stricter tobacco retail regulations after issuing 50 cease-and-desist notices
City seeks stricter tobacco retail regulations after issuing 50 cease-and-desist notices

Richmond city officials are considering changes to the city’s tobacco retail regulations to crack down on unlicensed sellers and prevent youth access to tobacco products. Representatives from Good City, a consulting firm hired by Richmond, outlined proposed policy updates, including capping the number of licensed tobacco retailers, strengthening zoning

by Soren Hemmila
News   -   Mar 12, 2025 Richmond allocates $500K to address flooding in Parchester Village
Richmond allocates $500K to address flooding in Parchester Village

Public Works Director Daniel Chavarria said the flooding problem in Parchester has existed for 50 years, which suggests there is no simple solution.

by Soren Hemmila
News   -   Mar 11, 2025 Richmond to resume street sweeping enforcement in April
Richmond to resume street sweeping enforcement in April

Many Richmond residents found a small leaflet warning of a parking violation on their cars this morning as the Richmond Police Department prepares to resume street sweeping enforcement next month. Police said residents may have received a warning notice or have seen the department’s Parking Enforcement Team issuing warnings.

by Soren Hemmila
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