by admin | Feb 4, 2017 | Uncategorized
I don’t often write book reviews, but this one has generated a lot of interest, local and otherwise, and deserves comment. Refinery Town is a remarkably detailed, blow-by-blow, tit for tat, account of Richmond politics, mostly over the last decade and particularly...
by admin | Feb 4, 2017 | Uncategorized
On February 3, 4 and 5, I represented the City of Richmond at the 16th Annual New Partners for Smart Growth Conference put on by the Local Government Commission in Saint Louis, MO. I have been a board member of the Local Government Commission for over a dozen years...
by admin | Feb 1, 2017 | Uncategorized
The United States Postal Service (USPS) has publicly noticed the closure of the Post Office at 1025 Nevin Avenue. Comments must be received by February 8, 2017. Jody Low, Real Estate Specialist USPS Facilities Office PO Box 27497 Greensboro, NC 27498-1103 Per the...
by admin | Feb 1, 2017 | Uncategorized
There are two free pianos available for the taking only through the end of today. They are in a trailer behind the former Baltic restaurant, but they are not needed by the new restaurant owners. One has been in the Baltic for decades, and the other more recently. Both...
by admin | Jan 31, 2017 | Uncategorized
After more than a year’s hiatus, Brezo (formerly the Baltic) at Baltic Square in Point Richmond will open on February 8 with a new look, new management and a new menu. Brezo will first open for lunch on February 8 for lunch and then for weekend brunch. Dinner service...
by admin | Jan 31, 2017 | Uncategorized
I would like to ask Richmonders to support E,J. Shalaby, long-time manager of the West County Wastewater District, which serves a substantial portion of Richmond. By all accounts Shalaby has been an exemplary manager, winning many awards for the District and keeping...
