Update on federal stimulus funding applications and awards

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In Plain English

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act provided federal stimulus money to cities for infrastructure and other projects after the 2008 recession. Richmond applied for various grants under this program. City staff will report which applications succeeded, how much money the city received, and what projects are moving forward with federal funding.

Auto-generated summary. Source: official agenda documents.

Votes

Motion to extend the meeting for 10 minutes to 11:54 p.m.

Moved by: Councilmember RogersSeconded by: Mayor McLaughlin
Passed

Motion to direct the city manager to balance the budget without the lay-off option, at this time

Moved by: Councilmember RogersSeconded by: Vice Mayor Lopez
Failed

Motion to accept the report

Moved by: Vice Mayor LopezSeconded by: Councilmember Ritterman
Passed

Motion to approve the contract

Moved by: Councilmember BatesSeconded by: Councilmember Butt
Passed