Tuesday, April 1, 2014
Presiding: Mayor McLaughlin · Called to order: 9:15 p.m. · 1 items · 9 votes · 14 public comments
What happened
- Approved new council meeting rules to address disruptive behavior 6-0 (Butt abstaining).
- Approved annual plan directing federal housing and community development spending unanimously.
- Approved 4 consent items including $500,000 state grant for Miraflores Greenbelt Project.
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Governance(1 item)
Amend council meeting rules to address disruptive behavior
In Plain English
The city council's current rules don't clearly define what counts as disruptive behavior during meetings. The new rules would establish specific guidelines for managing interruptions and outbursts. If approved, the council gains clearer authority to maintain order during public meetings.
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Votes
Extend the meeting to complete the current item including hearing the speakers, and without discussion from the City Council after the speakers
4 to 3
Extend the meeting to 11:30 p.m.
Not restrict applause during City Council Meetings
6 to 0
Budget(1 item)
Approve annual plan directing federal housing and community development spending
In Plain English
The city receives federal grants each year for affordable housing, homeless services, and neighborhood improvements. Federal law requires an annual plan showing how Richmond will spend these funds. The plan must be submitted to HUD by May 1 to continue receiving grants.
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Votes
Close the public hearing
7 to 0
Adopt Resolution No. 28-14 approving the 2014-2015 Annual Consolidated Action Plan
7 to 0
Approved as a group without individual discussion.