Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Presiding: Mayor McLaughlin · Called to order: 6:48 p.m. · 2 items · 12 votes · 31 public comments
What happened
- Approved $110,000 contract for consultant to create citywide street lighting master plan.
- Approved increasing Solar Richmond contract by $20,000 to $220,000 for job training program.
- Approved commitment to restore Richmond Plunge pool to original use when reopened.
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Contracts(2 items)
Hire consultant to create citywide street lighting master plan for $110,000
In Plain English
The city lacks a comprehensive plan for its street lighting system. Republic Intelligent Transportation Services will assess current lighting and create a roadmap for improvements. The plan will guide future decisions about where to add lights, upgrade existing fixtures, and prioritize safety improvements.
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Votes
Approve contract with Republic Intelligent Transportation Services
7 to 0
Increase Solar Richmond contract by $20,000 to $220,000 for job training program
In Plain English
Solar Richmond runs the solar installation portion of the city's RichmondBUILD job training program. The city needs to add $20,000 to their existing contract to continue training residents in solar panel installation skills. If approved, the total contract value rises from $200,000 to $220,000.
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Votes
Approve third amendment to Solar Richmond contract
7 to 0
Approved as a group without individual discussion.