Tuesday, February 7, 2017
Presiding: Mayor Thomas K. Butt · Called to order: 6:40 p.m. · 4 items · 16 votes · 7 public comments
What happened
- Approved 45-day freeze on new development in Northshore area.
- Approved allowing medical marijuana cultivation in agricultural areas with special permits.
- Approved resolution opposing closure of Nevin Avenue post office.
- Approved 5-year strategic business plan for 2017-2021.
- Approved 9 routine items including $200,969 federal grant for port security and $86,066 contract with Community Violence Solutions.
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Governance(1 item)
Adopt resolution opposing closure of Nevin Avenue post office
In Plain English
The US Postal Service plans to close the post office at 1025 Nevin Avenue. The city wants to formally oppose this closure and send a letter to postal officials. If approved, Richmond officially asks the postal service to keep the facility open.
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Votes
to adopt Resolution No. 10-17
7 to 0
Zoning(2 items)
Freeze new development in Northshore area for 45 days
In Plain English
The city is considering changes to its long-term development plan for the Northshore neighborhood. This temporary freeze prevents new construction or land use permits that might conflict with those planned changes. If approved, no new development can start in this area until March 24.
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Votes
allowed speakers that submitted speaker cards late to give comments
6 to 0
to adopt the urgency ordinance as proposed
6 to 0
Allow medical marijuana cultivation in agricultural areas with special permits
In Plain English
The city currently bans medical marijuana cultivation everywhere within city limits. This change lets farmers grow medical marijuana on agricultural land if they get special permits from the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission will first review the proposed zoning rules before the city council makes a final decision.
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Votes
to allow medical marijuana in green houses and approve the staff recommendation
6 to 0
Budget(1 item)
Approve 5-year strategic business plan for 2017-2021
In Plain English
The city created a roadmap outlining its priorities and goals for the next 5 years. The plan guides how the city spends money and focuses staff efforts. If approved, city departments use this framework to make budget decisions and set annual work priorities.
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Votes
to approve said plan with the comments made from the dais and the public
7 to 0
Appointments(1 item)
Appoint mayor and councilmembers to regional committees and liaison positions for 2017
In Plain English
Richmond participates in dozens of regional committees that coordinate policies across Bay Area cities. The city also creates temporary committees to study specific local issues. These annual appointments determine which elected officials represent Richmond's interests and vote on regional decisions that affect local residents.
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Votes
approved said appointments and two liaison positions added during discussion
7 to 0
Approved as a group without individual discussion.