What happened
- Approved new voting district map 4-3 with Butt, Bates, and Johnson dissenting.
- Approved discussing Chevron refinery strike safety risks 6-1 with Butt dissenting.
- Received presentation on revised Terminal One development project with no vote taken.
- Approved mid-year budget adjustments and Ukraine support resolution unanimously.
- Heard presentations on Making Waves sports field, staff communication, and PG&E outages.
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Governance(1 item)
Select new voting district map and set election order
In Plain English
Richmond redraws its voting districts every 10 years after the census to ensure equal representation. The city has prepared draft maps showing how neighborhoods would be grouped into districts. If approved, the new boundaries determine which residents vote for which city council candidates in future elections.
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Votes
To proceed with Map 102c
Substitute motion to select Map 201
4 to 3
Public Safety(1 item)
Discuss safety risks from Chevron refinery worker strike
In Plain English
Experienced workers at the Richmond Chevron refinery are currently on strike. The city council will hear from these workers about potential safety risks to the community when the refinery operates without its regular workforce. This discussion focuses on how the labor dispute might affect neighborhood safety and operations at the major industrial facility.
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Votes
Motion to add an emergency item to the agenda to discuss what was happening at the Richmond Chevron Refinery with the experienced workers on strike
Motion to overturn the mayor's ruling and take a vote to add said emergency item
5 to 1
Substitute motion to allow all of the Chevron workers an opportunity to speak under the Open Forum to express their positions and concerns rather than adding an emergency item
Motion to add said emergency item to the agenda and hear about what the risks from not having experienced workers at the facility would be for the community
6 to 1
Motion to hear said emergency item after Item O.1
6 to 1
Motion to suspend the rules and allow for a presentation by Chevron workers
6 to 1
Personnel(2 items)
Conduct annual performance review for City Clerk
In Plain English
The council will evaluate the City Clerk's job performance in a closed session meeting. State law requires annual reviews for all city department heads and senior staff. The City Clerk manages elections, council meetings, and official city records.
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Receive presentation on ideas to improve staff communication and morale
In Plain English
Two council members will present ideas for boosting employee morale and improving workplace communication. The city wants to better acknowledge staff dedication and create a more positive work environment. Council will give direction on which ideas to pursue.
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Zoning(2 items)
Receive presentation on revised Terminal One development project
In Plain English
Terminal One Development LLC will present a new version of their proposed project for the Terminal One site. The city previously reviewed an earlier proposal for this location. The presentation allows council members to hear the updated plans before any formal decisions are made.
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Receive presentation on Making Waves school sports field land use change
In Plain English
Making Waves school wants to change the land use classification for a sports field site from business/industrial to public/cultural/institutional. The city currently designates this area for business and light industrial uses. If approved, the change allows the school to build athletic facilities that match educational rather than commercial zoning rules.
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Infrastructure(2 items)
Receive update from PG&E about power outages in Richmond
In Plain English
PG&E will present information about recent power outages affecting Richmond residents. The utility company will explain what caused the outages and their plans to prevent future disruptions. This gives residents a chance to hear directly from PG&E about electrical service reliability in the city.
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Support funding request for Richmond transit center neighborhood project
In Plain English
The mayor is seeking outside funding for a project to improve the area around the Richmond transit center. The city council needs to formally confirm its support before the funding application can move forward. If approved, this resolution signals the city backs the project but does not commit city money.
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Budget(1 item)
Review mid-year budget report and approve spending adjustments for fiscal year 2021-22
In Plain English
The city reviews its spending halfway through each fiscal year to track whether departments are on budget. Staff recommends adjusting certain budget categories based on actual costs and changing priorities. If approved, the city formally updates its annual spending plan to reflect these mid-year changes.
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Votes
To adopt said resolution approving proposed budget adjustments
7 to 0
Proclamation(1 item)
Adopt formal resolution supporting the people of Ukraine
In Plain English
The mayor requests the city council formally express support for Ukraine during the ongoing war with Russia. The resolution carries no financial cost or binding commitments. If approved, Richmond joins hundreds of other California cities that have adopted similar symbolic statements.
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Votes
To extend the meeting to complete Item Q.1
To adopt said resolution
6 to 0