Adopt formal decision supporting net neutrality and free internet access
In Plain English
The city council will vote on a statement supporting net neutrality rules that prevent internet companies from blocking or slowing websites. If approved, the city manager sends copies to Richmond's federal representatives in Congress. This formal position has no direct impact on local internet service.
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Votes
Motion · Official minutes
To place urgency item on the agenda regarding Net Neutrality
4 aye · 1 nay · 2 absent
Why This Vote Matters
Richmond's city council voted 4-1 to place a net neutrality resolution on their agenda, with Councilmember Jael Myrick casting the sole opposing vote and two members absent. The resolution would formally support federal net neutrality rules that prevent internet companies from blocking or slowing down websites, and direct the city manager to send copies to Richmond's congressional delegation. This is a symbolic statement that has no direct impact on local internet service or city operations. The vote allows the council to consider the actual resolution at a future meeting.
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Motion · Official minutes
Adopt Resolution No. 142-17 regarding Net Neutrality and request that a copy also be sent to the FCC
5 aye · 0 nay · 2 absent
Why This Vote Matters
Richmond unanimously adopted a resolution supporting net neutrality rules that prevent internet companies from blocking or slowing down websites. The five council members present all voted in favor, with Councilmembers Beckles and Butt absent. The city manager will now send copies of this formal position statement to Richmond's congressional representatives and the Federal Communications Commission. This is a symbolic stance that won't directly change local internet service but puts Richmond on record supporting federal net neutrality protections.
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