Richmond Goes to Pot
Under a post midnight onslaught of self-proclaimed medical marijuana users and suppliers, Councilmember Jim Rogers watered down his attention-getting agenda item to ban marijuana cannabis clubs, dispensaries and cooperatives to a flaccid motion to find a way to work...
Councilman Butt Visit Berkeley, Sounds off on Issues
The following appeared today in http://richmondconfidential.org/. Councilman Butt visits Berkeley, sounds off on issues Richmond City Councilman Tom Butt addresses Richmond Confidential staff on a range of topics. By: Robert Rogers | December 14, 2009 " 6:01 am |...
Richmond Civic Center Featured on Heritage News
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City Manager’s Weekly Report for the Week Ending December 11th, 2009
Mayor and Councilmembers: This is the weekly report for the week ending December 11th, 2009. 1. Meeting Notes The next regular City Council meeting is scheduled for this Tuesday, December 15th beginning with a Closed Session at 5:00 PM to be followed by the regular...
Take the Plunge – With a Bulkhead?
I support the Plunge bulkhead, and I hope you do too. If you want to let City Council members know of your support, simply click "reply to all" and send a message. There are so many layers to this story, I don"t know where to begin or end, but I feel compelled to...
Bulkhead Schmulkhead
I"ll be the first to admit that I"m not an expert on aquatic programs, but I am a quick study, and I have learned a lot this year, including that it would be a mistake of significant proportions not to outfit the plunge with a bulkhead before closing out the project....
“Bulkhead Benefit” Tonight at Local FOUR2NINE Wine Bar!
Looking for a little warmth this rainy evening? See you at FOUR2NINE wine bar to support the bulkhead. As a last minute contribution to the Bulkhead fundraising effort (which began yesterday) our local FOUR2NINE wine bar (49 Washington Ave.) located next to Little...
Diversity Scholarships Available for 2010 New Partners Conference
This is the last of my two-year stint as chair of the Local Government Commission. One of my goals as chair was to increase the diversity of those attending the annual conference, and part of that effort is the establishment of scholarships and travel stipends...
Our Neighbors: Pols Turn on the Hardwood a Boost to Richmond Nonprofits
Kudos to Tony Thurmond for organizing this. It was my first time on a basketball court in probably 45 years. It was great fun, but boy am I sore! Our Neighbors: Pols' turn on the hardwood a boost to Richmond nonprofits By Chris Treadway Contra Costa Times Posted:...
Fundraising in Challenging Times
City of Richmond Richmond Public Library NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Tarnel Abbott, Reference Librarian, Richmond Public Library (510) 620-5539 or 620-6561 FUNDRAISING IN A CHALLENGING ECONOMY WORKSHOP FOR NONPROFITS WITH FOUNDATION CENTER AT RICHMOND PUBLIC...
“Where We’re From” Exhibit in Richmond
Where We"re From December 1 to February 15, 2010 Opening reception on Saturday, December 12, 2009 at 2 pm Hilltop Mall Near JC Penney"s entrance The exhibition is free, wheelchair accessible, and on view when Hilltop Mall is open. INFO: 510-486-2340 or...
City Manager’s Weekly Report for the Week Ending December 4th, 2009
Mayor and Councilmembers: This is the weekly report for the week ending December 4th, 2009. 1. Meeting Notes The next regular City Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 15th. 2. Richmond Bookmobile Gets a Makeover The Richmond Public Library debuted the...
Help Me Get Ready for New Year’s E-Forum
Now is time for E-FORUM Readers to weigh in on the best and worst of 2009 and predictions for 2010. For several years, I have prepared detailed year-end evaluations of City of Richmond services, problems challenges and wishes. Originally, these were conveyed only to...
Holiday Food and Toy Drive and Charity Basketball Event
Come and see your favorite elected and public officials play in a basketball game to support local charities. The game will take place at 10:00 AM on Saturday December 5th, 2009 at the Richmond Police Activities League Gymnasium at 2200 MacDonald Avenue in Richmond,...
Chevron Announces $1 Million in Grants to Richmond and West County Organizations
For Immediate Release Chevron Announces $1 Million in Grants to Richmond and West County Organizations to Promote Economic Development Five Nonprofits Receive Funding as Part of Chevron"s California Partnership RICHMOND, Calif., Dec. 1, 2009 " Chevron today announced...
Where We’re From
Where We"re From December 1 to February 15, 2010 Opening reception on Saturday, December 12, 2009 at 2 pm Hilltop Mall Near JC Penney"s entrance The exhibition is free, wheelchair accessible, and on view when Hilltop Mall is open. INFO: 510-486-2340 or...
The Case Against Chevron and A 12-Step Program for Chevron
The Case Against Chevron An unprecedented campaign by at least a dozen nonprofit groups targets the oil company's global operations and reputation. By Peter Asmus click to enlarge Chevron, TrueCostOfChevron.org The activist groups are satirizing Chevron's "Human...
End Chevron’s Perk
The following is provided at the request of Councilmember Jeff Ritterman: TOGETHER WE CAN END CHEVRON"S PERK: Everyone in Richmond pays a 10% tax on utilities, Chevron does not. Let"s fix it. Dear Friend: I am reaching out to you with some good news about a collective...
More on Rumors of Paratransit Demise
Despite my E-FORUM "Rumors of Paratransit Demise Exaggerated," November 29, 2009, I continue to get emails and phone calls alleging that drivers are being laid off and service is terminating. Here is the latest from City Manager Bill Lindsay: The following is a...
Contra Costa Times Editorializes on Point Molate
The following editorial appeared in today"s Contra Costa Times. For my part, I have been consistent. Disappointing more than a few people, I voted for the project in 2004, and I continue to support it (see Point Molate Update, November 12, 2009). In fact, I am one of...