Direct staff to continue Richmond CARES housing program negotiations
In Plain English
The Richmond CARES program involves partnerships to address housing issues in the city. Staff needs direction on creating a joint powers agreement with other agencies. The city council wants to ensure no property can be seized through eminent domain without a council vote.
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Votes
Motion · Official minutes
To direct staff to set up JPA, confirm no eminent domain without Council vote, continue working with MRP, issue monthly reports, and return in 30 days
4 aye · 3 nay
Why This Vote Matters
The council voted 4-3 to move forward with the Richmond CARES housing program, which will involve partnerships with other agencies to address housing issues in the city. In a divided vote, the council directed staff to create a joint powers agreement with partner agencies, continue working with existing partners, and provide monthly progress reports. Councilmembers Bates, Boozé, and Rogers voted against the motion. The council specifically required that no property can be taken through eminent domain without a council vote, ensuring elected officials maintain control over any forced property acquisitions.
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