City Council Meeting Insights

At its rescheduled December 15, 2025 meeting, Richmond City Council took action on dozens of items affecting housing, development, public funding, transparency, and community services. Some proposals were approved, others delayed, and several new ideas were formally introduced for future review. Here’s what happened and why it matters to everyday Richmonders.

Richmond City Council’s November 10 meeting highlighted residents’ concerns about housing, climate, utilities, and basic living conditions alongside Council decisions on development, transparency, funding, and city programs. The night made clear that Richmond’s future is shaped not only by the votes cast, but by the community voices insisting on being heard.

This week, Richmond’s City Council committees and commissions covered a wide range of topics, from how public land and community tools are managed to how we protect historic spaces and access government information. Some items moved forward, others were delayed, but all touch on how Richmond organizes its shared life: the homes we live in, the spaces we preserve, and the systems that keep local government transparent.

Richmond City Council met on October 14, 2025 and tackled decisions that will shape neighborhoods, public safety, housing access, and city infrastructure. Some votes moved big funding forward. Others reshaped land use and development. And residents spoke up about water, rent hikes, and community safety. Here’s what happened.

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.

After stepping away for the month of August, the Richmond City Council returned for a meeting that touched nearly every part of city life—from housing and local businesses to public safety, funding, and government transparency. As you read, think about where you stand on these Council decisions—because we’re not just bystanders. This is our community, and our voices matter. 

Discover how Richmond City Council's decisions on gas lines, zoning, and winter shelters impact your community. Stay informed with Richmond City Council updates.

From sidewalks to sewer systems, and from housing to public health, the Richmond City Council moved forward on a wide range of decisions...

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.

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.

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.

Stay informed on Richmond City Council updates! Discover key decisions affecting Richmond City Council's development, transit and budgeting.

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...

Stay informed on Richmond City Council and Mayor Avula’s latest priorities! From safer streets to affordable housing, see how these changes

Richmond City Council approves housing projects, delays votes on stormwater upgrades, free rides program, and tax changes.

Richmond Planning Commission approved housing projects, postponed key developments, and discussed upcoming zoning updates.

Richmond City Council approved housing, infrastructure, and park projects; upcoming key votes set for Feb. 24 & March 10.