Lawsuit: Rich City Rides, Doria Robinson ‘coerced’ tenant to leave uninhabitable building
Lawsuit: Rich City Rides, Doria Robinson ‘coerced’ tenant to leave uninhabitable building Lawsuit filed by former business partner of Najari Smith accuses Smith, Urban Tilth Exec. Dir. Doria Robinson, a Richmond councilmember, and others of “harassment and...
Jesse Arreguin in Richmond This Weekend
Tom -- This is a quick reminder about our big field launch in Richmond happening this weekend! We’re just days away, and your participation will be key to our success. Here are the details: Dates: Saturday, August 24th, and Sunday, August 25th Time: 10:00 AM - 12:30...
Shawn Dunning on Sunday
YOU ARE INVITED TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR CITY LEARN WHAT WHY SHAWN DUNNING IS RUNING FOR CITY COUNCIL WHAT HIS PLANS ARE TO IMPROVE OUR CITY While enjoying a snack and drink with us on -- SUNDAY AUG. 25TH 4 TO 6 PM 68 WATERLINE PLACE PARKING IS LIMITED - PLEASE WALK IF...
Litigation Over Rich City Rides Scandal Begins
As part of the fallout from Najari Smith’s false claim that the Rich City Rides shop was burglarized and that a co-owner of Rich City Rides Cooperative, Inc, Roshni Felonte (Taye) McGee was involved, a lawsuit has been filed by McGee that names not only Defendant...
RPA Cries Wolf
Yesterday, Mayor Eduardo Martinez’ recent chief of staff and stalwart RPA member Shiva Mishek, now campaign manager for Jovanka Beckles, posted on Facebook her description of an alleged assault on a canvasser for Jovanka Beckles at a Richmond residence. She followed...
Motel 6 Grant Analysis
I thought this was an interesting analysis: From: Doss & Felix <doss_felix@yahoo.com> Sent: Thursday, August 15, 2024 5:09 PM To: AURHP Group <aurhpinfo@googlegroups.com>; Tom Butt <tom.butt@intres.com>; gavin.newsom@gov.ca.gov Subject: Fw:...
If This Jeep Could Talk – Chapters 3, 4 and 5
If you missed it, Chapter 1 and 2 is at If This Jeep Could Talk, August 13, 2024. My brother, Jack, continues the Jeep Saga. Chapter 3 Picking up where I left off in Chapter 2, I took the Jeep in the summer of 1971 back to U.Va. with me for my senior year, ensconced...
City announces $550 million settlement with Chevron, withdrawal of oil refinery tax ballot measure
City announces $550 million settlement with Chevron, withdrawal of oil refinery tax ballot measure Soren Hemmila Aug 13, 2024 — 4 min read Groups gather for a rally at Civic Center Plaza before the Richmond City Council meeting on Tuesday, June 18, 2024. Photo/ Soren...
Doria Robinson FPPC Opinion Based on Incomplete Facts
In The RPA Facebook page, Everybody’s Richmond California, Urban Tilth Executive Director and Board Member Doria Robinson shared the news of an FPPC advice letter that appeared to exonerate her from a conflict of interest involving the Transformative Communities...
Public Search for Save The Bay Board Directors
From: David Lewis <dlewis@savesfbay.org> Subject: Please help us launch our public search for Save The Bay Board Directors Date: August 12, 2024 at 11:09:33 AM PDT I hope you’ll help us spread the word about a new public search for directors to join Save The...
If This Jeep Could Talk!
In 1948, my grandfather Harry King (1886-1971) purchased a Willis CJ-2A Jeep, and it has now been in the family for 76 years, still being used by the fifth generation. Following is the saga as told by my brother, Jack Butt: Chapter 1 This weekend I spend some time...
Grandview Independent –Court calls Richmond refinery tax ballot language misleading and partisan
Court calls Richmond refinery tax ballot language misleading and partisan Soren Hemmila Aug 12, 2024 — 3 min read Groups gather for a rally at Civic Center Plaza before the Richmond City Council meeting on Tuesday, June 18, 2024. Photos/ Soren Hemmila A Contra Costa...
Next Rotary Meeting Friday, August 16, 2024 | Food For Thought and International Project Update, Help a Life – VISITORS WELCOME
Next Club Meeting Our next meeting will take place at the Richmond Golf Club (address below) on Friday, August 16, 12:30pm. Food For Thought Neil Zarchin A nonprofit that provides food to the families of 700 Richmond and San Pablo students during Christmas break, when...
FINAL NOTICE — Help Support the Next Generation of Richmond Promise Scholars
I am hosting a fundraiser for Richmond Promise at my home Saturday, August 17, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 235 E Scenic Ave, Richmond, CA 94801. Food and refreshments will be provided. Richmond Promise is the scholarship program that since 2016 has awarded over $21...
After 68 Years, Bell Rings Again Atop Historic Sierra City School – The Mountain Messenger
https://www.themountainmessenger.org/article/after-68-years-bell-rings-again-atop-historic-sierra-city-school After 68 Years, Bell Rings Again Atop Historic Sierra City School Tom Butt July 31, 2024 The bell is lifted atop the Sierra City schoolhouse Two days of prep...
Next Rotary Meeting Friday, August 9, 2024 | Major Updates in US Immigration Policy — VISITORS WELCOME
Next Club Meeting Our next meeting will take place at the Richmond Golf Club (address below) on Friday, August 9, 12:30pm. Major Updates in US Immigration Policy Josh Surowitz Immigration Lawyer and Club Member Josh Surowitz will share perspectives on the recent...
A Shout Out to the Veterans Administration
Over the last few years, it has been popular to criticize the VA (Veterans Administration) for not being responsive to the needs of veterans. I have found just the opposite to be true. Like many people my age, my hearing isn’t what it used to be. A couple of years...
Rosie the Riveter Trust Job Opening – Retail Associate and National Park Liaison
Rosie the Riveter Trust is recruiting a manger for the Rosie the Riveter Gift Shop in the Rosie the Riveter Visitor Center. This could be your best gig yet! Here is the link! Retail Associate and National Park Liaison Preserving History Sharing Stories Inspiring Youth...
Factory Bar 4th Anniversary Party, August 10, 2024
From the Factory Bar: 4 Year Anniversary Party (August 10, 2024) Save these date(s)! Our 4th Year celebration is coming with a handful of fun events starting on Thursday, August 8th with our good friend Duane Patton playing live music in the bar proper. Friday August...
Kyra Worthy Served on Richmond’s Personnel Board from 2018 Until 2023
Kyra Worthy was appointed to the Personnel Board by the City Council on October 16, 2018. Two RPA members made and seconded the motion to appoint her, and the other Council members, including four RPA members, voted in favor. I voted no because I knew her reputation...