Sponsor environmental justice conference at Richmond Memorial Convention Center
In Plain English
The city would sponsor a 2017 conference focused on climate change and environmental justice issues. The event takes place at Richmond Memorial Convention Center. The agenda does not specify the sponsorship amount or what the city's support includes.
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Votes
Approve sponsorship with provision that City's subsidy amount of $2,770.50 be paid by the Mayor's Office
7 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
Richmond will sponsor a 2017 climate change and environmental justice conference at the Memorial Convention Center, with the council voting unanimously to approve the partnership. The city's contribution will be $2,770.50, which will come from the Mayor's Office budget rather than general city funds. This sponsorship allows Richmond to support an environmental event in the community while directing the cost to a specific office. The unanimous vote continues the council's consistent support for environmental initiatives.
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