Audit finds Richmond gave more than $1M to nonprofits that didn’t meet city criteria
Of 25 grants reviewed, 8 “did not meet all performance measures outlined in their contracts, based on their final reports.” Four did not file a report.
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City now says former Richmond DPU director was fired after rescinding earlier resignation
The new explanation from the city also sheds light on some of the city’s mysterious responses to public records requests related to Bingham’s departure.
The city of Richmond gives millions to local nonprofits. City Council wants a closer look at where the money goes.
The city makes funding decisions based on the applications that come, instead of starting with a fixed amount of money set aside.
Overcoming doubts, Richmond Planning Commission OKs test of new type of bus platform
The Richmond Planning Commission approved a plan to test a new type of bus platform that could also help slow down traffic.
City says former DPU director isn't getting severance pay, but won't release document with details
The city is refusing to release the document that might contain a dollar amount and other details.
Avula sets hiring limits as City Hall braces for financial hit from water crisis
Richmond Mayor Danny Avula has imposed new hiring restrictions at City Hall in an attempt to prepare the city budget for the financial impact of last month’s water plant failure.
Judge rules ex-FOIA officer’s case against Richmond can move forward
A whistleblower lawsuit brought by Richmond’s former public records official against the city and its former communications chief can go to trial, a judge ruled Wednesday.
