Tuesday, February 27, 2018
Presiding: Mayor Tom Butt · Called to order: 6:33 p.m. · 3 items · 6 votes · 14 public comments
What happened
- Approved paratransit service update 5-1-1 with Martinez dissenting and Willis abstaining after 4 public comments.
- Approved expanding electric vehicle charging stations citywide with 3 public comments.
- Heard presentations on affordable housing requirements and wastewater system improvements.
- Approved consent items including Kids First ballot measure and Quarry project rezoning.
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View official: MinutesAttendance
Miscellaneous(1 item)
Receive update on paratransit service for disabled and elderly residents
In Plain English
Richmond provides paratransit service for residents who cannot use regular buses due to disabilities or mobility issues. The city will review how well the current service works and discuss possible changes. This affects transportation options for disabled and elderly residents who rely on door-to-door rides.
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Votes
Continue the item until the March 20, 2018, meeting, to allow staff and unions to meet
3 to 1
Direct staff to choose option 2 (Provide service for non-ambulatory passengers only, and seek a contract with a ride-sharing service to provide services to ambulatory passengers), collaborate with unions, conduct an evaluation plan for every six months of the program, staff look into technical assistance funding, and a one-year plan for the City to fully take over providing transportation service
5 to 1
Housing(1 item)
Receive presentation on updating affordable housing requirements for new developments
In Plain English
Richmond requires new housing developments to include affordable units or pay fees instead. City staff will present options for updating these requirements and ask for council direction. The current rules may need changes to reflect market conditions and housing needs.
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Infrastructure(1 item)
Receive presentation on Richmond wastewater system improvement plans
In Plain English
City staff will present updates on the wastewater treatment plant and sewer system. The presentation covers planned capital improvements and ongoing projects. Richmond residents depend on this infrastructure for sewage treatment and clean water protection.
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Environment(1 item)
Develop policies to expand electric vehicle charging stations citywide
In Plain English
The city currently has limited rules about where electric vehicle charging stations can be installed. Staff will present options for making it easier to build charging infrastructure throughout the city. If approved, new policies could speed up permits for home and business charging stations to prepare for more electric vehicles.
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Votes
Approved expanding allowable installation of EV charging stations including City of Richmond recreational (public) parks, and developing an EV plan that supports changes in transportation technologies
7 to 0
Approved as a group without individual discussion.