Posts Tagged ‘Mayor Tom Butt’
Martha’s Vineyard meets Richmond: Mayor suggests Rydin RV dwellers park at council members’ homes
In a move reminiscent of the recent migrant stunt pulled by Republican Govs. Ron DeSantis and Greg Abbott, Richmond Mayor Tom Butt listed the home addresses of his opponents on the City Council as “RV-friendly parking spots” in an email to advocates for the unhoused community. On Sept. 19, Darcy Crosman, a member of the…
Read MorePoint of Contention: Despite approved housing plan, the fight over Point Molate rages on
Despite approved housing plan, the fight over Point Molate rages on.
Read MoreMeasure U passes, but businesses remain divided
The change in the tax code could increase the city’s revenues by nearly $6 million dollars, according to a financial analysis by the city attorney. The city, according to a finance department presentation from October 6, is currently operating on a $6 million deficit.
Read MoreLED lights draw hundreds of light pollution complaints from Richmond residents
In the past six months, Richmond officials have received hundreds of complaints regarding LED light pollution from the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway. The goal of installing the new lights was to save energy, but now some residents can’t sleep.
Read MoreSustainable design competition seeks to abate Bay Area climate disasters
The Home Team, a collaboration of design firms and community organizations, is working on a proposal to reduce the risk of rising sea levels in Richmond. The project is part of the Resilient by Design challenge, a 10-team competition to create the best model for addressing climate disasters in the Bay Area.
Read MoreMercy Housing gets green light to redevelop blighted Hacienda development in Richmond
The six-story Hacienda development, which once held 150 units of of public housing, fell into disrepair, and residents were relocated in 2015. Richmond City Council has now authorized Mercy Housing, a nonprofit, to redevelop the property, but their plans are contingent on funding for the project, which would cost an estimated $25 to 30 million.
Read MoreDowntown Richmond businesses dismayed by loss of post office as mayor works to save location
Richmond residents and small businesses are dismayed by the planned closure of the Main Post Office. Mayor Tom Butt hopes the city can keep it open by purchasing the property.
Read MoreRichmond Mayor Tom Butt pledges protection for immigrants–but future remains uncertain
Mayor Tom Butt’s office released a statement last week in response to immigrants and undocumented individuals living in Richmond, a self-declared sanctuary city, following Donald Trump’s presidential win.
Read MoreFuture of Richmond solar train still in limbo
Changing public transportation in California cities could cause clashes when new transit systems cannot develop as quickly as policymakers expect.
Read MoreRichmond residents fighting eviction, gentrification
Residents at the Creekview Condominiums on the border of Richmond and El Sobrante are packing their belongings after receiving notices over the last two months that they must vacate the property.
Beverly Hills-based real estate developer PMI Properties cited moisture and mold in terminating leases for the 114 units. Residents, however, contend that the terminations are just in time for Richmond’s upcoming vote on rent control. If Measure L passes in November, landlords will have to pay a relocation fee to each resident evicted. At present, tenants just have to move on.
Read MoreGrowing old in Richmond: senior services help only some
Senior citizens aged 80 or older are the fastest growing population segment in Contra Costa County. The aging trend raises new concerns about the adequacy of local resources to serve seniors—and the vital role of social opportunities.
Read MoreUC Berkeley’s Richmond Global Campus expected to spur housing construction
During a City Council meeting Tuesday, Mayor Butt’s office and a number of development experts gave a presentation on public policy initiatives to improve the availability, quality and development of affordable housing. The presentation centered on how The University of California, Berkeley’s Richmond Global Campus will increase development in the city.
Read MoreCity Council approves blueprint to move people through south Richmond
The Richmond City Council recently approved a plan to help improve transportation throughout south Richmond.
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