Tuesday, June 5, 2018
Presiding: Mayor Thomas K. Butt · Called to order: 6:30 p.m. · 5 items · 30 votes · 21 public comments
What happened
- Approved starting proceedings to revoke Sims Metal Management's conditional use permit unanimously.
- Approved law limiting city contracts with immigration enforcement companies 5-1 (Butt dissenting).
- Received budget presentations for 2018-19 and 5-year capital plan overview.
- Approved 26 routine items including $804,541 contract for 37th Street bike improvements and $350,000 for Richmond Plunge repairs.
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Governance(2 items)
Adopt law limiting city contracts and investments with companies that help federal immigration enforcement
In Plain English
Richmond is considering a sanctuary city policy that would restrict which companies the city can hire or invest with. The law would prohibit contracts with firms that assist federal immigration enforcement activities. If approved, the city must review existing contracts and investments to ensure compliance with the new policy.
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Votes
Adopted Ordinance No. 12-18 N.S.
5 to 1
Adjust maximum noise levels allowed in residential neighborhoods
In Plain English
The city's current noise law sets specific decibel limits for single-family and apartment areas. This change would modify those maximum allowed noise levels. If approved after a second reading, residents could see different enforcement of noise complaints in their neighborhoods.
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Votes
Said ordinance received first reading and was laid over for two weeks for the second reading
6 to 0
Zoning(3 items)
Withdraw appeal of Anaviv business permit approval
In Plain English
A resident challenged the Planning Commission's decision to approve changes to Anaviv's business permit. The appeal would have required a public hearing where the city council could overturn the commission's approval. The appellant withdrew their challenge, so the Planning Commission's decision stands.
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Approve major changes to Miraflores housing development plan
In Plain English
The current Miraflores development plan allows 150 homes with 35-foot height limits. The developer wants to build 190 homes instead and make some buildings taller than 35 feet. If approved, the project adds 40 more housing units to the neighborhood.
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Start proceedings to revoke Sims Metal Management's conditional use permit
In Plain English
Sims Metal Management operates a metal recycling facility at 600 South 4th Street under a permit issued in 1985. The city wants to begin formal proceedings that could revoke or modify this operating permit. The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide whether the company can continue operating under its current terms.
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Votes
Directed staff to set a Planning Commission hearing to review CUP 85-40
6 to 0
Budget(1 item)
Receive budget presentations for 2018-19 and 5-year capital plan overview
In Plain English
Department heads present their spending plans for the upcoming fiscal year starting July 1, 2018. The presentations cover daily operations like police, parks, and public works. City staff also updates the council on major infrastructure projects planned through 2023.
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Approved as a group without individual discussion.