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City Council Meeting Insights
City Council News You Can Actually Understand.
We break down meetings and decisions into short, easy-to-read posts — so you always know what’s happening in your city.
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Richmond City Council: City Services, Housing, and Community Voices in Focus (Week of May 9, 2025)
This week, Richmond City Council focused on the essentials—community services, infrastructure, and how to better serve our seniors, families, and neighbors in need. A series of committee meetings offered insight into where city leadership is heading—and why it matters to you.

Voice !t Staff
May 93 min read
Richmond City Council: April 2025 Round-Up (Yes, It Will Affect Your Rent, Roads, and Plastic Bags*)
Wondering what your local government has been up to? This month’s Richmond City Council meetings tackled everything from school funding and housing to wage increases and culvert repairs (yes, that’s a real thing). Here’s a breakdown of the key decisions that could impact your day-to-day life — and why staying informed is more powerful than you think.

Voice !t Staff
May 23 min read
Water, Fire, and a $100M Museum: What Richmond City Council’s Been Up To
From faster 911 response times to tackling lead in our pipes, the Richmond City Council has been making moves that impact everything from your water to your weekend drives. Here’s what’s going on—and why you should care.

Voice !t Staff
Apr 242 min read
Richmond City Council & Planning Commission Recap – April 14-16, 2025
Richmond City Council and Planning Commission tackled housing proposals, debated tax changes, and mapped out big city plans. Some housing projects got the green light, others hit pause due to community pushback. Budget and bond decisions could impact what you pay and the services you get. In short—what they decide affects your neighborhood, your wallet, and your voice. Let's keep showing up!

Voice !t Staff
Apr 212 min read
Richmond City Council Update: What’s Happening at Richmond City Council? A Quick Breakdown That Hits Home
From tourism wins and budget tweaks to big bucks for infrastructure and even street art, here’s what Richmond City Council’s been working on and how it impacts your everyday life.

Voice !t Staff
Apr 183 min read
Richmond City Council Summary: City Finances, Water Crisis Lessons & the $3 Billion Budget Plan for FY2026
Explore the Richmond City Council's $3 billion budget plan and lessons from the water crisis. Discover how Richmond City Council shapes your community.

Voice !t Staff
Apr 103 min read
City Council Update: Richmond City Council Commission Meetings Summary - April 1 & 7, 2025
Stay informed on Richmond City Council updates! Discover key decisions affecting Richmond City Council's development, transit and budgeting.

Voice !t Staff
Apr 82 min read
Richmond City Council Update: What's Happening Around Town?
Stay updated with Richmond City Council's latest projects transforming schools, streets, and public spaces.

Voice !t Staff
Apr 42 min read
City Council Update: What Happened at the Richmond City Council Meetings -March 24 & 27, 2025
Stay informed with the latest Richmond city council updates. Learn about Richmond city council decisions impacting you.

Voice !t Staff
Mar 303 min read
Richmond City Council Updates: What’s Changing and How It Affects You
Stay updated on Richmond City Council changes and how they impact you. Learn about waste reduction, infrastructure upgrades, and more.

Voice !t Staff
Mar 283 min read
Richmond City Council Update: Economic Growth, Federal Funding Challenges, and Retail Regulations
Explore Richmond City Council's focus on economic growth, federal funding challenges, and retail regulations.

Voice !t Staff
Mar 222 min read
City Council Updates: Richmond City Council Committee Meetings Summary - March 18-19, 2025
Stay informed on Richmond City Council March 18-19 updates. Discover Richmond city council's plans for infrastructure, safety, and housing.

Voice !t Staff
Mar 192 min read
City Council Update: Richmond City Council Meetings Summary - February 28, 2025/March 3 & 10, 2025
Staying informed on city council decisions is how we make sure Richmond grows in a way that benefits us all. Here’s what happened in...

Voice !t Staff
Mar 162 min read
Richmond City Council: Schools and Streets
Richmond’s city government has been busy making decisions that will impact our daily lives—whether you’re a student, commuter, or just...

Voice !t Staff
Mar 161 min read
Richmond City Council Updates (Education & Human Services): January 16th and February 13th, 2025
Richmond City Council meetings summary: Homelessness crisis, EBT theft, and affordable housing discussed. Stay informed on these issues.

Voice !t Staff
Mar 102 min read
Richmond City Council: Affordable Housing, Parks, and Hospital Upgrades – What’s on the Agenda?
Stay informed on Richmond City Council’s latest proposals, from affordable housing to park upgrades and hospital improvements.

Voice !t Staff
Mar 92 min read
Richmond City Council Update: The 2025 Annual Growth Plan in Action
Stay updated on Richmond’s future! The 2025 Richmond 300 progress report outlines big plans for housing, transit, and green spaces.

Voice !t Staff
Mar 92 min read
Richmond City Council & Mayoral Priorities February 2025: What It Means for You
Stay informed on Richmond City Council and Mayor Avula’s latest priorities! From safer streets to affordable housing, see how these changes

Voice !t Staff
Mar 92 min read
City Council Updates: Richmond City Council Meeting Summary - February 24, 2025
Richmond City Council approves housing projects, delays votes on stormwater upgrades, free rides program, and tax changes.

Voice !t Staff
Feb 261 min read
City Council Updates: Richmond Planning Commission Meeting Summary - February 18, 2025
Richmond Planning Commission approved housing projects, postponed key developments, and discussed upcoming zoning updates.

Voice !t Staff
Feb 231 min read
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