Continue public hearing on Chevron refinery upgrade permits
In Plain English
Chevron wants to modernize its Richmond refinery and needs city permits to proceed. The city completed an environmental study of the project's impacts. Residents can speak at this continued hearing before the council votes on whether to approve the permits.
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Votes
To adopt staff recommendations
5 to 0
To uphold the Planning Commission's decision
2 to 5
To uphold the Planning Commission's decision and include $27 million to help keep Doctor's Medical Center open
3 to 4
Amendment to the original motion that the council support ShorePower for all ships that are docked at the longwharf
2 to 5
To call for the question and vote on the original motion
To end debate
5 to 2
To reconsider the vote to end debate for the purpose of allowing the City Manager to explain the details of the Community Benefits Agreement
5 to 1
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