January 24, 2013, Special City Council Agenda/Packet
The January 24, 2013, Special Richmond City Council Agenda/Packet is on the web. Follow the link below to view: http://sireweb.ci.richmond.ca.us/sirepub/meet.aspx
East Bay Express – Race-Bating in Richmond
Race-Baiting in Richmond How Big Business used race to drive a wedge through Richmond's progressive community — and why you should be concerned about it. By Wendi Jonassen click to flip through (4) Tawanda Kanhema The campaign against the soda tax was backed by large...
Saturday January 26 – Plunge Healthy Lifestyle Event!
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Richmond Business Climate
Here is more for the debate on what is good for Richmond business. Below is the response from a leading commercial real estate broker to my questions: “ In the commercial real estate market, what would you say are Richmond's three strongest advantages and three most...
Riggers Loft Closed In – Available for Lease
The much-maligned (by some) Riggers Loft (Riggers Loft Under Construction, October 1, 2012) rehabilitation is moving right along. The structural shell work is largely completed, and the roof was finished just in time for tomorrow’s predicted rain. Yet to be completed...
Special Meeting to Discuss Vacant City Council Seat this Thursday
Special meeting to discuss vacant City Council seat this Thursday Council is divided on how to fill the the vacant seat left by Gary Bell. Photo - Tawanda Kanhema By Wendi JonassenPosted January 22, 2013 10:59 am After running out of time to officially declare the...
Contra Costa Times – Eye on the East Bay: Richmond Councilman Turns Media Critic
Contra Costa Times Eye on the East Bay: Richmond Councilman Turns Media Critic Contra Costa Times Posted: 01/20/2013 12:00:00 AM PST COUNCILMAN TURNS MEDIA CRITIC: Tom Butt is a lot of things to a lot of people in Richmond. A goat herder. An architect. A veteran. A...
Richmond Chamber of Commerce Editorializes on What is Business-Friendly
The article at the bottom of this email written by Chamber of Commerce spokesman Joshua Genser appeared January 17 in the Richmond Chamber of Commerce Newsletter (http://rcoc.com/what-is-business-friendly/#more-3888). It was apparently written in response to my...
Richmond’s Catahoula Coffee Gains Loyal Following, Attention of Retailers
Richmond's Catahoula Coffee gains loyal following, attention of retailers By Robert Rogers Contra Costa Times Posted: 01/18/2013 12:11:01 PM PST Updated: 01/18/2013 04:43:24 PM PST PHOTO GALLERY > View more images in this slideshow | Mercury News Media Center...
Marin Energy Authority Hiring
The following is from Emily Goodwin at Marin Clean Energy Hi Director Butt, Adam suggested I send this your way for circulation amongst your professional network. We’ve extended the application period for this important position and would appreciate your help in...
Division Over Vacant City Council Seat May Force Special Election in Richmond
Update: It looks like a special City Council meeting will be called for January 24 at 7:30 PM to consider and schedule the appointment process. Tom Butt Division over vacant City Council seat may force special election in Richmond By Robert Rogers Contra Costa Times...
City Manager’s Weekly Report for the Week Ending January 18th, 2013
This is the weekly report for the week ending January 18th, 2013. Meeting Notes There will be a special meeting of the City Council on Thursday, January 24th, at 7:30 PM. The specific agenda will be posted next week. The next regular meeting of the City Council is...
Citizens United Protest Targets Chevron
Protest Citizens United Decision National Day of Action Targets Chevron Saturday January 19 12 Noon Richmond BART March to the Chevron Refinery Gate. National organizations lead by Common Cause are coming together on this anniversary of the infamous Citizens United...
LBNL Opens Comment Period For Richmond Bay Campus
LBNL opens comment period for Richmond Bay Campus The LBNL's Community Advisory Group met Monday night, and discussed plans for the proposed Richmond Bay Campus. (Photo by: Rachel Waldholz) By Rachel WaldholzPosted January 15, 2013 11:51 am What should the Lawrence...
Richmond City Council Fails to Announce Bell Vacancy as Meeting Endsin Stalemate
This is well-written and timely coverage by Richmond Confidential, high standards we have grown to expect. However, in line with my recent commitment, I am going to decry the use of the term “pro-business.” See Of Love Fests and Cliches, January 9, 2013. The term...
Liquor Law Enforcement in Richmond
From Chief Chris Magnus: On, Thursday, Jan. 10, 2013, various times and locations throughout Richmond—Personnel from the Police Department’s Regulatory Unit did a series of “decoy operations” at various liquor stores and liquor-serving establishments around the city....
MLK Day of Service in Richmond on the Richmond Greenway, Monday, January 21
Groundwork Position Deadline January 18
From Nancy Baer: Just a reminder that the deadline for Groundwork Richmond's Fellow position is next Friday, January 18. It is now possible to apply electronically by sending a resume and the completed questionnaire to groundworkrichmond@gmail.com. Please pass this on...
Richmond Featured Prominently as Exception in “Bay Area Homicide Rate Rises in 2012”
Read more: http://www.sfgate.com/crime/article/Bay-Area-homicide-rate-rises-in-2012-4189892.php#ixzz2I0Josi9d Updated 11:28 pm, Saturday, January 12, 2013 Bay Area homicide rate rises in 2012 Demian Bulwa and Justin Berton Barton Gerstel shows the tattoo he had done...
First RPD Report of 2013
From Chief Chris Magnus: I am pleased to share with you my first “Update of RPD Activities” for 2013! We wrapped up 2012 with significantly improved reductions in homicides, but much work remains in addressing property crimes throughout the City. We have a number of...