Election 2024

Richmond voters will be asked in November to decide whether the city should impose a refinery tax on Chevron as a way to address pollution.  City Council unanimously approved the ballot measure Tuesday, citing concerns about the city’s budget deficit, poor air quality and worsening health conditions. Council member Doria Robinson was absent.  “What we need is that they pay their fair share so we have the means and resources,” council member Claudia Jiménez said before the vote.  The proposed…