Photo: Minoru Lakes by Shelley Iwata (City of Richmond employee since 2023)
June 25, 2025
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Welcome to the first issue of the City of Richmond e-News!
This is your new resource for staying up to date on the latest news, events and happenings around town. Twice a month, we’ll drop into
your inbox with Council highlights, updates on local government projects and initiatives, ways you can get involved, and important information to keep you in the loop — all aimed at helping make our community an even better place to live, work and play. We’re
excited to connect with you!
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Property taxes are due on Wed, July 2
Tax notices were mailed out on Thu, May 15. If you haven’t received your notice, please contact the Tax Department immediately.
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Help shape Richmond’s future
Share your feedback on phase two of our Official Community Plan (OCP) update. Your input is crucial in refining the strategic directions and policies that
will guide Richmond’s growth over the next 25 years, ensuring a resilient, equitable, adaptable and complete community. Provide your input online or in person.
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your say
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Energy-based EV charging fees coming soon in July
We’re transitioning from time-based to energy-based fees at our public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, aligning with regional standards and improving
fairness for users. The new fee structure goes into effect on Thu, July 24, 2025.
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Crosswalk honours veterans
Richmond will soon be home to one of Canada’s first commemorative crosswalks to honour veterans, with Council unanimously supporting a unique new design
for the intersection of Anderson and No. 3 roads.
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Council report – Item 12
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Share your ideas, discuss important topics, provide feedback and ask questions to help shape the City’s initiatives and strategies. Visit
LetsTalkRichmond.ca to learn more.
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Richmond’s Nectar Trail
Residents, businesses and organizations are encouraged to plant, maintain and register a pollinator garden on their property, which will give bees, butterflies,
beetles, moths, flies and birds places to rest and feed as they move across the city.
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City Council and Committee meetings are streamed live on the
City’s YouTube channel, where you can also view past meetings.
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General Purposes Committee: Mon, July 7 | 4:00pm | Anderson Room
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Finance Commitee: Mon, July 7 | Immediately following General Purposes Committee | Anderson Room
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Planning Committee: Tue, July 8 | 4:00pm | Anderson Room
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Council Meeting: Mon, July 14 | 7:00pm | Council Chambers
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Community Safety Committee: Tue, July 15 | 4:00pm | Anderson Room
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Development Permit Panel: Wed, July 16 | 3:30 | Council Chambers
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all upcoming meetings
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