Consider $200,000 funding for Black on Black Crime Summit recommendations
In Plain English
The Richmond Improvement Association presented recommendations from a community summit focused on reducing violence in Black neighborhoods. The group requests $200,000 to implement their proposed solutions. If approved, the city funds community-led anti-violence programs based on summit findings.
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Votes
Extend meeting until 12:15 a.m.
Continue Council's decision and allow Council to move expeditiously with City Manager to establish funding goal for 2006/2007
4 to 4
Accept recommendations from Richmond Improvement Association and direct City Manager to report back with recommendation regarding source of funds for $200,000 and program budget
5 to 0
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