Declare intention to switch from citywide to district-based council elections
In Plain English
Richmond currently elects all city council members citywide, meaning every voter can vote for every council seat. The city wants to switch to district elections where residents only vote for the council member representing their specific neighborhood. If approved, the city hires National Demographics Corporation to draw district maps and manage the transition process.
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Votes
Approved the item and adopted Resolution No. 99-19
5 to 1
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