Southside nonprofit has $350k federal grant canceled as turbulent funding environment continues
“It does feel like we’re all feeling the same anxiety.”
Michael Phillips
May 7 Newsletter: Tax rebate check delay
Plus, the RPS vs. bus drivers overtime pay debate becomes even more heated after the firing of five drivers, an earthquake was felt across the Richmond area yesterday, and a nonprofit receives city money without filling out an application.
May 5 Newsletter: Bus station advertising arrives
Plus, Kings Dominion turns 50, VMFA neighbors drop their lawsuit, and a nonprofit with a unique affordable housing model is working on a new project in Richmond's East End.
May 2 Newsletter: Reinventing doggy daycare
Plus, Richmond cuts 200 seats for Head Start due to underenrollment, former City Council member Michelle Mosby's charity briefly gets a budget boost, and reforming the city's purchasing cards.
City will reduce the number of purchasing cards by 80%, reset program
The city has contracted with the Institute for Public Procurement to conduct an independent assessment of the program.
April 30 Newsletter: Cash is king in home sales
Plus: Where are the tax refund checks? The mayor apologizes for a water miscommunication, and the city budget is passed with full raises for all levels of earners.
Counties express frustration after Richmond fails to communicate water error
“I’m disappointed with our failure to communicate," Avula wrote.
