In show of unity, city officials unanimously approve tweaks to collective bargaining rules
Richmond officials are back on the same page when it comes to the collective bargaining rights of the city’s unionized workforce.
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Land conservancy buys last privately owned part of Mayo Island
The city said the building is “expected to remain and play an important role in the future operation and activation of Mayo Island Park"
Council rejects proposals to create new layer of review for code refresh
Two proposals for citizen-led commissions fail on 2-6 votes.
Teachers’ union declares impasse in negotiating with RPS, will head to mediation
The REA is rejecting an offer of 2% raises for employees.
State budget deal includes $15M to help Richmond demolish coliseum
It also has $20 million to help fix up the city’s water treatment plant.
June 22 Newsletter: Making the news
Plus, City Council wrestles with code refresh ahead of a third draft proposal, with duplexes a top issue. And Gilpin Court's redevelopment took another step forward, but a long process remains.
As Richmond’s rezoning begins to solidify, a proposal to allow more duplexes may be on shaky ground
As might have been expected, Richmond City Council’s first public meeting on the proposed citywide rezoning was a freewheeling affair.
