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In Plain English

The city received more money than expected in fiscal year 2020-2021. Staff wants to spend this extra revenue on programs recommended by the Reimagining Public Safety Community Task Force and projects funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. The council also receives routine budget updates for the current year and Richmond Housing Authority.

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Votes

Motion to adopt Resolution No. 126-21

Passed

4 to 1

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Why This Vote Matters

Richmond will spend its unexpected revenue from last fiscal year on public safety reform programs and federally-funded projects, after a 4-1 council vote with Mayor Butt dissenting. The city received more money than anticipated in 2020-2021 and plans to allocate it toward initiatives recommended by the community task force that studied police alternatives. Two councilmembers were absent from the meeting. This decision reflects the council's continued support for budget measures, as most members typically approve financial items at high rates.

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Public Comments

2 people commented (2 spoke at the meeting).

Community Discussion

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