Amend law on removing abandoned vehicles from city property

Vehicle AbatementGovernance

In Plain English

The city's current law on abandoned vehicles needs updates to address enforcement gaps. Chapter 11.76 sets rules for identifying and removing cars left on streets or city property. If approved, the changes streamline the removal process and clarify when vehicles qualify as abandoned.

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Votes

Introduce ordinance amending Richmond Municipal Code Chapter 11.76

Moved by: Councilmember BoozéSeconded by: Councilmember Bates
Failed

Adopt proposed changes excluding storage of operable vehicles with non-operable status, with amendment to include one vehicle per unit

Moved by: Councilmember ButtSeconded by: Mayor McLaughlin
Passed

6 to 0

Tom ButtAye
Jovanka BecklesAye
Jeff RittermanAye
Jim RogersAye
Gayle McLaughlinAye
Tom BatesAye