City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to undo many of the revisions it made last week to its new medical marijuana ordinance, and also approved a November ballot measure to tax all pot sales.
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July 26, 2010 – 5:06 pm
On Tuesday, Richmond’s City Council will weigh whether to follow Oakland’s lead in allowing, regulating and taxing large-scale medical marijuana growers within city limits.
Council passes ‘liberal’ medical pot ordinance
July 21, 2010 – 3:53 am
During a marathon session Tuesday night, Richmond’s City Council voted 4-3 to adopt a medical marijuana ordinance that will not cap the number of dispensaries allowed within the city limits.
Richmond council OKs plan for new pipeline fees
June 23, 2010 – 7:20 am
In a marathon session, City Council voted to move ahead with plans to create an ordinance to regulate and tax the city’s underground pipeline operators.
Developers, parks service close to deal at Ford Point
June 22, 2010 – 5:00 am
It appears that the developers of the Ford Assembly Plant and the National Parks Service are close to reaching a deal that would allow a Rosie the Riveter Visitor’s Center to move in next year.
Opponents raise doubts over Point Molate casino mailer
June 17, 2010 – 11:00 am
A brochure titled “The battle for the bay” turned up in the mailboxes of Richmond residents. Among other information, it states that the Point Molate casino project would create 12,000 jobs. Opponents of the building of a casino contest this number.
Sewer rates going up, council votes
June 15, 2010 – 11:50 pm
City Council voted 6-1 Tuesday to accept a 5 percent rate increase for each of the next three years on residents of the Richmond Sewer District. While the increase was lower than originally planned, the move left many people crying foul.
Farmers’ market returns to Point Richmond
May 19, 2010 – 12:00 pm
Point Richmond is known for its tight-knit neighborhood and historic charm. But for six months spanning Spring to Fall, the streets feature an added flair: Fresh fruits and vegetables, fair-type goodies, and easy music.
Council approves another Point Molate extension
May 19, 2010 – 12:08 am
City Council voted 4-2 Tuesday to grant a developer yet another extension to file an updated proposal for the controversial hotel and casino plan. The plan is now due July 20, but meanwhile, the issue is causing a schism in a city prioritizing between jobs, morality and the environment.
Plunge edges toward completion
February 26, 2010 – 6:19 pm
Workers on Thursday labored on the concrete floor of the dry, 300,000-plus gallon capacity pool. Overhead shower pipes hung in the locker rooms. New toilets were mounted in the wall. The wood skeleton of the greeting kiosk stood sturdy.