Tuesday, February 26, 2019
Presiding: Mayor Thomas K. Butt · Called to order: 6:30 p.m. · 6 items · 2 votes · 6 public comments
What happened
The council approved a comprehensive transportation plan for walking, biking, and transit improvements throughout Richmond. The plan identifies specific projects and policies to make transportation safer and more accessible for residents.
The council also approved new voting rules for the regional waste management authority that handles waste collection and recycling for multiple cities. The vote passed 5-0 with Johnson and Myrick abstaining.
The council honored Richmond resident Alysa Liu for winning the 2019 U.S. Figure Skating championship at age 13, making her the youngest skater ever to achieve this milestone. The city also recognized the Tibetan Association of Northern California for their community service and cultural contributions.
Two health-focused proclamations were presented declaring March as both Women's History Month and Prescription Drug Abuse Awareness Month. These annual proclamations join national efforts to celebrate women's contributions and raise awareness about prescription drug abuse as a public health issue.
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