What happened
The council directed staff to invite agency representatives to report on a recent Chevron spill incident at the February 23 meeting, passing the measure 5-1 with Butt voting no. Residents raised concerns about Chevron accountability, environmental justice, and health impacts during 7 public comments.
The council approved 9 routine items on consent, including a $2.7 million contract for First Street sewer improvements and $790,655 for Macdonald Avenue intersection upgrades. Other consent items included $700,000 in legal services agreements and support for stronger air quality rules for Bay Area oil refineries.
Councilmember Johnson III was elected as Vice Mayor for 2021 in a unanimous vote. The council also approved the mid-year city budget review with spending adjustments.
The council passed additional COVID-19 eviction protections for Richmond renters 5-1, with Butt dissenting. Updated neighborhood parking regulations were also approved 5-1, with Martinez voting no.
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Biggest items: $2.7M First Street Wet Weather Improvement ... · $791K Macdonald Avenue and 33rd Street Inte... · $700K Legal Services Agreements