Update city law requiring local hiring preferences for contractors

Local Hiring LawGovernance

In Plain English

Richmond currently requires contractors on city projects to hire local residents when possible. The existing law needs updates to reflect current practices and legal requirements. If approved, the revised law clarifies hiring goals and enforcement procedures for businesses working with the city.

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Votes

give first reading to ordinance

Moved by: Councilmember BatesSeconded by: Councilmember Rogers
Passed

7 to 0

McLaughlinAye
ButtAbsent
ThurmondAye
BatesAye
AndersonAbsent
RogersAye
ViramontesAye
MarquezAye
GriffinAye