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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.
✔️ What passed
✔️ What’s coming up
✔️ Why it matters
✔️ 3-minute Updates
📌 Start with the latest summary or browse past updates below.
What Richmond City Council Did This Week: September 22, 2025
This week’s City Council meetings were shaped by powerful public input on housing. Residents across Richmond raised their voices on issues ranging from public housing redevelopment to stronger anti-gouging protections, underscoring how deeply the housing crisis is felt in our city.
Voice !t Staff
Sep 263 min read
Richmond City Council Committee Meetings September 16-17, 2025 : Taxes, Housing, and Voices That Shape Our Future
This week’s Committee discussions show how closely City Hall connects to everyday life. Two competing real estate tax rates raise the question: what’s the right balance between city revenue and your household budget? A new push to expand opportunities for minority-owned businesses asks: how should Richmond make that fair? And housing? Community voices have already reshaped proposals. These issues remind us that public input matters.
Voice !t Staff
Sep 193 min read
What Richmond City Council Did This Week — and Why It’s Closer Than You Think (June 27, 2025)
From sidewalks to sewer systems, and from housing to public health, the Richmond City Council moved forward on a wide range of decisions...
Voice !t Staff
Jun 273 min read
What Richmond City Council Is Working On: Sidewalks, Sewer Fixes, Transit Expansions, and Home Repairs
This week’s City Council updates are packed with the kind of work that doesn’t make headlines—but does keep the city moving. From sidewalks and sewer lines to transit stations and tenant protections, these steps help shape daily life in Richmond.
Voice !t Staff
Jun 203 min read
What Richmond City Council Got Done This Week: Housing, Healing, & A New Leader
This week, Richmond City Council tackled a long list of decisions—some big, some behind the scenes, all worth knowing. From new housing approvals to updates on gun violence prevention, here’s what went down.
Voice !t Staff
Jun 133 min read
Richmond City Council Roundup: Proposals Made Amid a Second Water Crisis
Richmond City Council had a packed week. From proposed housing developments and utility rate increases to updates on city trees and infrastructure audits, councilmembers and committees reviewed dozens of items.
Voice !t Staff
May 314 min read
Richmond City Council Round-Up: Greener Parks, Smarter Libraries, and a Budget with Bite
This week, the City of Richmond didn’t just talk—they acted, advancing big investments in parks, public spaces, and infrastructure that shape our everyday lives. Here’s what City Council and the Urban Design Committee (UDC) got done, and why it matters to you.
Voice !t Staff
May 173 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
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
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
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