Relocation of Red Oak Victory Ship

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...

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Foreign Trade Zone in Richmond

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...

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Park and Rec Festival – Civic Center Plaza

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...

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Richmond: Packed House on Rent Control Ends Without Vote

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...

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Richmond Taps Obama Initiative to Spur Affordable Housing

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...

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U.S. Conference of Mayors

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...

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EPA Recognizes Richmond as a Green Power Community

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,...

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Austerity or Sustainability?

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...

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Recruiting Members for Richmond Promise Ad-Hoc Committee

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,...

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Auto Theft/Burglary Prevention Kit

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...

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Refinery Safety Forums During June-July 2015

California Interagency Refinery Task Force will host a Refinery Safety Forum meeting July 29 in Richmond from 6-8:00 PM. The two hour forum offers an opportunity for the public to obtain facts and insight, ask questions, and discuss this evening’s topics regarding...

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Richmonders Cashing in on the Alternative Economy

If you thought Airbnb was a San Francisco phenomenon, wake up! Richmond has two ways of taxing lodgings. Richmond Municipal Code Section 7.88, Uniform Transient Occupancy tax, requires lodging facilities to register with the City and pay 10% of the amount paid for...

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