Here is an interesting article that mentions Richmond, but not flatteringly: http://www.citylab.com/housing/2015/06/how-much-are-you-willing-to-pay-to-live-in-americas-best-neighborhoods/397001/ "In the San Francisco metro area, above and to the right, there’s much...

Most people don't know that Chevron has received considerable tax and other advantages by getting its site declared a Foreign Trade Zone by the San Francisco Port Commission since 1998. This status is coming up for renewal on July 14. This situation raises many...

The agenda/packet for the Tuesday, June 30, 2015, Special Richmond City Council Meeting is on the web. Follow the link below to view: http://sireweb.ci.richmond.ca.us/sirepub/meet.aspx Want to receive TOM BUTT E-FORUM and other action alerts on Richmond political and...

As a result of leasing the Riggers Loft to a winery (Riggers Loft Wine Company), the Red Oak Victory ship needs to be relocated to create a San Francisco Bay view, as the winery intends to engage in frequent outdoor events and wants to capitalize on the view. The most...

I ran across the following article in the RPA Newsletter: Foreign Trade Zone for Chevron in Richmond? Most people don't know that Chevron has received considerable tax and other advantages by getting its site declared a Foreign Trade Zone by the San Francisco Port...

Join the Recreation and Parks Commission on Saturday, June 27, 2015, for a Health and Community Fair for the whole family. FestivALL includes a Classic Car Show, food vendors, information booths, live music & raffles. For more information, call (510) 812-1903. The...

Richmond: Packed house on rent control ends without vote By Karina Ioffee kioffee@bayareanewsgroup.com Posted: 06/24/2015 06:12:12 AM PDT Updated: 06/24/2015 06:12:40 AM PDT RICHMOND -- Union leaders, nurses, educators, tenants, single mothers and students spoke...

Richmond Taps Obama Initiative to Spur Affordable Housing Posted by Sean Pyles 5sc on June 24, 2015 Richmond may soon receive assistance from federal experts to tackle the city’s lack of affordable housing. Our city is a finalist in the Obama Administration’s Strong...

The California Strategic Growth Council will award $5,077,558 to the City of Richmond for the Miraflores Senior Housing Project sponsored by Eden Housing, Inc. The project, located in the Park Plaza neighborhood of the City of Richmond, will create 80 service-enhanced...

Rent control vote in Richmond could come in July; council starkly divided on issue Make Aldax - Jun 24, 2015 As expected, Richmond City Council was starkly divided Tuesday on whether rent control and just-cause eviction policies are right for the city. Following a...

Mayor and Members of the City Council: This is the combined weekly report for the weeks ending June 12th and June 19th, 2015. Meeting Notes The next meeting of the Richmond City Council is a special meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 23, 2015, beginning with a Closed...

The agenda/packet for the Tuesday, June 23, 2015, Special Richmond City Council Meeting is on the web. Follow the link below to view: http://sireweb.ci.richmond.ca.us/sirepub/meet.aspx

The last two days and through Monday, I am representing Richmond attending the U.S. Conference of Mayors in San Francisco. It has been an extraordinary opportunity to learn, advocate, network and , yes, even party. As a member of the Housing and Community Development...

N E W S Release Office of Richmond Mayor Tom Butt CLICK HERE to download printable version Contact: Severn Williams - HERO Program; (510) 336-9566; sev@publicgoodpr.com Adam Lenz - Richmond Environmental Manager; (510) 620-5537; adam_lenz@ci.richmond.ca.us FOR...

Having trouble viewing this email? Click here MCE Communities Recognized by the EPA Richmond City Manager, Bill Lindsay and Sustainability Director Adam Lenz The County of Marin, and cities of Richmond, Belvedere, Corte Madera, Fairfax, Larkspur, Mill Valley, Ross,...

The following East Bay Express article, “Austerity’s Champion,” fails to pass the East Bay Express’ usual high standards for investigative journalism. Starting with the title, “Austerity’s Champion,” Borenstein’s obsession is not about austerity at all, it’s about...

Last night, after much discussion, the City Council, over my objection, established an ad-hoc committee of up to 15 persons to advise on the Richmond Promise Program. I opposed it because there is already an ongoing effort, including a second public meeting June 18,...

At tonight’s City Council meeting, City Manager Bill Lindsay and Finance Director Belinda Warner will deliver a balanced $144,881,043 budget proposal with a cash reserve of at $11.9 million, which is nearly $1.9 million above the minimum amount required per the City...

Flyer attached and the link is here still free openings for Richmond Youth: https://apm.activecommunities.com/ymcaeastbay/Activity_Search/emd-basketball-camp-2015/3007

RICHMOND PD NEEDS YOUR HELP Richmond, we need YOUR help to make this a secure car summer! Recently the city has been experiencing a spike in car thefts and break ins. Summer time is a major time for car related crime. You can help! Check out our animated #prevention...