Tuesday, January 19, 2016
Presiding: Mayor Tom Butt · Called to order: 6:02 p.m. · 4 items · 20 votes · 26 public comments
What happened
The council approved 14 routine items on consent, including a $79,000 increase to Anovo Systems for job compliance tracking software and writing off $169,833 in unpaid debts owed to the city.
The council elected a new Vice Mayor for 2016, though the specific winner was not identified in the vote breakdown. Vinay Pimplé abstained from the vote while all other members voted yes.
A formal statement opposing violence, hate crimes, and discrimination was adopted unanimously. The resolution condemns acts targeting all groups, including Muslims.
The council approved creating an employee donation program for Richmond Promise scholarships and authorized requesting support from local businesses. The program provides college scholarships to Richmond high school graduates.
Council members were appointed to various regional committees and liaison roles for 2016. The Planning Commission was also directed to review Sims Metal Management's land use permit for their metal recycling facility at 600 South 4th Street.
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Biggest items: $170K Write-off of delinquent accounts rece... · $79K Contract amendment with Anovo Systems · $70K CalRecycle Rubberized Pavement Grant ...