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In This Newsletter:
- Water Crisis Update
- Finance Mailing Error
- Council Meeting Updates
- Community links, events, and more
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Hello RVA!
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Spring has officially arrived in Richmond — and so has the pollen! If you've been sneezing nonstop, you're not alone. Just in time for the budget season and the Monument Avenue 10K this weekend, the yellow haze is here in full force. As we kick off City budget discussions, we're focused on protecting the priorities that matter most to you. And if you're running this weekend — good luck dodging both the crowds and the pollen!
Don't forget to take the time to vote for the projects YOU submitted as part of The People's Budget. Vote online anytime from April 1–15 or in person by visiting a select voting location on select dates. For a complete voting guide and schedule for in-person voting, please visit this page.
Our next district meeting is on April 23, 2025. Register to attend!
Thank you for being an engaged part of our district. We look forward to sharing more updates with you soon!
| | | Water Cris Update - HTNB Final Report | The City of Richmond released the final After-Action Assessment report from HNTB, the independent firm investigating the January water crisis that affected residents and businesses across the region. This in-depth assessment is the final of HNTB's findings, following preliminary and draft reports, released on February 14th and March 3rd, respectively. | | Debt Set Off Mailing Error | |
Earlier last week, some City of Richmond residents may have received rebate checks with the incorrect name printed. The Department of Finance is in the process of cancelling and reissuing the affected checks. No taxpayer information was inappropriately released or compromised
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Council Review -- 03/31/2025 to 04/04/2025
Council held the following meetings this past week:
- The Planning Commission met this past Tuesday. You can view the meeting recording and summary at the link below.
The council will hold the following meetings this week:
- Council will hold its first FY26 budget work session today at 1 pm. You can view the full agenda and meeting info below.
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The Organizational Development Committee will meet today at 4pm. The Committee will receive presentations on the final HNTB report, the City's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY24, and consider legislation to establish the Civilian Review Board's policies and procedures. You can view the full agenda and meeting info below.
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Don't miss out on attending our next district meeting on April 23, 2025, from 6 to 7:30 PM at Mary Munford Elementary.
Registration is not required but highly recommended.
Guest speakers include:
- Pete Briel, RVA311
- PDR -- Discussion on SUP's
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The Albert Hill PTA is hosting its annual Yard Sale on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 8 AM to 1 PM at Albert Hill Middle School (cafeteria)! This is a great opportunity to support the school while finding some fantastic deals. They are now accepting donations of gently used or new items.
Want to donate or learn more?
Visit: alberthillpta.com/yard-sale
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It’s time to vote for the projects YOU submitted!
There are TWO ways to vote:
Online – Vote anytime from April 1–15
In-Person – Visit a voting location on select dates in April
For a complete voting guide and schedule for in-person voting, please visit this page.
Again, while we were disappointed that PB was not funded as a standalone item in the Mayor’s proposed budget, we’re encouraged by his public support and commitment to advancing selected projects.
So please, make your voice count — VOTE!
| | | Join us for the official launch of Cool the City on Earth Day (April 22) at Broad Rock Sports Complex from 4pm - 6pm! This campaign is led by a coalition of Black and Brown-led community organizations in partnership with the City to increase tree canopy, reduce the urban heat island effect, and build capacity in our frontline communities. Hear from Mayor Avula and Councilmember Nicole Jones! 👉 Learn more here | | | |
April is one of our favorite months because that’s when we celebrate National Library Week! From April 6-12, National Library Week 2025 will provide Richmond residents the opportunity to recognize the many ways libraries support our city, bring people together, spark imagination, and support lifelong learning.
Support your library in some of the following ways:
- Get a library card.
- Check out books (or DVDs, or kits, or digital magazines…you get the point)!
- Visit our libraries.
- Attend a library program.
- Tell your friends and neighbors about the library.
- Donate to the Richmond Public Library Foundation.
- Thank a library worker!
For library programs, please visit this site.
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On April 23, 2025, join The City Treasurer’s Office of Financial Empowerment for its 5th Annual Financial Literacy Fair. This is being offered in partnership with the Office of Community Wealth Building to recognize the month of financial awareness. There will be vendor tables with relevant resources to support your financial wellbeing, as well as, onsite workshop session, giveaways, prizes and refreshments for all registered attendees.
For questions regarding this event, please contact Shaun Barnes at 804-646-1435 or email shaun.barnes1@rva.gov.
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The Richmond region has a new, free program to help you or someone you know get a clear title to their home. If you inherited your home but your name is not on the deed, we can help. We are a free, charitable program aimed to help those who qualify to earn the full, legal rights of homeownership.
To get in touch with the Richmond Heirs Property Network (RHPN) and find out if you qualify, visit bit.ly/RVAHeirsProperty or call 804-688-4745.
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Support the Tee Jay Vikings Fund!
You are invited to help in our effort by sending a donation to the Tee Jay Vikings Fund, PO Box 11451, Richmond, VA 23230 or you can donate online. All donations received by the Vikings Fund through March 31, 2025, will be utilized for the football team’s new equipment unless otherwise requested by the donor. The Vikings Fund is a 501(c)(3) so all donations are tax deductible. You are invited to honor or dedicate your donation by sending us a note using the Contact TJVF feature of our webpage.
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Sign up for Richmond Ready Alerts!
This system enables residents to receive quick and reliable emergency notifications via text messages, emails, or landline phones. You can opt-in to Richmond Ready Alerts today by texting RVAREADY to 888-777 or by visiting rva.gov/richmondreadyalerts.
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Have a service request?
Use RVA 3-1-1.
| If you have a non-emergency concern or request, please use RVA311 to report the issue. Issues such as potholes, broken sidewalks, damaged or missing signs, traffic/speed control requests, and fallen or dead tree limbs are some examples of what you can report in RVA311. You can use the RVA311 website, or the RVA311 mobile app, or reach the RVA311 call center by dialing 3-1-1 or 804-646-7000 to submit a request. | | Community Links and Resources | | | | |
