Co-sponsor 'Know Your Rights' educational forum for undocumented immigrants
In Plain English
The city plans to host an educational event at Richmond Auditorium on April 6, 2017. The forum will teach undocumented immigrants about their legal rights. Richmond will officially sponsor the event and provide the venue at no cost to organizers.
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Votes
Adopted Resolution No. 20-17
7 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
Richmond will officially co-sponsor a "Know Your Rights" educational forum for undocumented immigrants on April 6, 2017, at Richmond Auditorium. The city will provide the venue at no cost to organizers for the event, which aims to teach attendees about their legal rights. The council voted unanimously to approve the co-sponsorship. This means residents will have access to free legal education resources, though the city won't spend any money beyond providing the space.
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