Create separate auto dealership business tax class with lower rates

Auto Dealership Tax ClassGovernance

In Plain English

Auto dealers on the Hilltop sued the city in 2022, claiming Richmond's business tax discriminated against them. The city settled the lawsuit in July 2024 by agreeing to create a separate tax category for auto dealerships. If approved, the new rates reduce city revenue by approximately $500,000 per year.

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Votes

Approve consent calendar

Moved by: Gayle McLaughlinSeconded by: Melvin Willis
Passed

7 to 0

Soheila BanaAye
Gayle McLaughlinAye
Doria RobinsonAye
Melvin WillisAye
Cesar ZepedaAye
Claudia JimenezAye
Eduardo MartinezAye