The Richmond City Council's January 6, 2026, meeting will address approving a contract to relocate the historic SS Red Oak Victory ship, discussing in closed session a liability claim filed by former Police Chief Allwyn Brown, and reviewing Port of Richmond financial reports and an independent evaluation of

Richmond City Council will review a report on critical structural issues at Point Potrero Marine Terminal, consider a revived Ciclovia proposal, and unveil a $306M draft budget for FY 2025–26 on Tuesday, May 6. Mayor Eduardo Martinez has also proposed an Ad Hoc committee on police oversight reforms.  Council

The Richmond City Council will hold two public hearings at Tuesday’s meeting: extending the city’s moratorium on new tobacco retailers for another year and prohibiting new sewer connections to the aging Keller Beach Sanitary Sewer for nearly two more years. The council will also consider allocating over $560,

The Richmond City Council will review a proposed ordinance that would make buying a candy bar at a large store slightly less convenient. The ordinance would require large retailers to offer healthier food options at checkout aisles – a move aimed at curbing the prevalence of junk food in low-income communities.

Richmond city officials will explore a plan to accelerate repayment of the city's $392 million in unfunded pension liabilities using funds from its $550 million Chevron tax settlement, a move supporters say could save taxpayers $117 million in interest while freeing up $33 million annually for city services.

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,

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

At its March 11 meeting, the Richmond City Council will discuss several projects, including the McBryde Avenue Improvement Project, sanctuary city protections, and the allocation of nearly $7 million in unspent funds. The council will accept $1.03 million in grant funding for upgrades along McBryde Avenue, award a $560,