Tuesday, February 24, 2026
8 items · 41 public comments · View official: Agenda
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Create Safe Walk Zone along 23rd Street with enhanced enforcement near schools and parks
In Plain English
Residents have complained for years about unsafe behavior along 23rd Street near schools and parks. The city currently has no special safety zone for this corridor. If approved, police prioritize enforcement of existing laws like public intoxication and disturbing the peace in areas where children walk to school.
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Meet privately with lawyers about 2 potential lawsuits
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The city council will discuss 2 legal matters in closed session with their attorneys. California law allows cities to meet privately when facing potential litigation. No details are provided about what these cases involve or who might sue the city.
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Honor Richmond Steelers 'Rich Girlz' dance team for winning national championship
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The Richmond Steelers Rich Girlz dance team won 1st place at the JAMZ National Championships in Las Vegas. This is a formal recognition celebrating their achievement and positive representation of Richmond on the national stage. The proclamation highlights Richmond's youth arts programs and community pride.
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Approve hiring temporary fire department supervisors and add other city positions
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Several key Fire Department supervisors are currently unavailable for critical roles. The city needs temporary Battalion Chief and Deputy Fire Chief positions to maintain emergency services and train staff for the Advanced Life Support program. The total cost is $246,037, with most funding from non-General Fund sources.
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Declare March 2026 as Red Cross Month in Richmond
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The American Red Cross operates disaster relief, blood drives, and safety training programs throughout Contra Costa County. Local volunteers responded to 101 disasters last year and helped 190 families recover. The proclamation recognizes their community service and encourages residents to support Red Cross programs.
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Approve 3-year contract for electric vehicle charging station maintenance and cloud services
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The city owns electric vehicle charging stations that need ongoing network services and warranty coverage. ChargePoint built the original stations and is the only company that can provide these specific services. The contract costs $32,900 total and runs through November 2028.
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Adopt updated 2025 California Building Standards Code
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State law requires all cities to enforce building codes that are updated every 3 years. The state recently published the 2025 version with new construction and safety standards. If approved, all new construction in Richmond must follow these updated rules starting this year.
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Update tobacco retailer law to cap licenses at 50 and ban flavored products
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The city placed a moratorium on new tobacco licenses in 2024 due to unlicensed retailers opening across Richmond. California now bans flavored tobacco sales statewide. If approved, the city limits total licenses to 50, updates enforcement tools, and aligns local rules with state law.
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Approved as a group without individual discussion.