Accept $1.4 million in federal COVID-19 grants and create resident relief fund

Police & Community SafetyBudgetCity Administration

$1,356,676

Resolution Resolution No. 108-20(A) and Resolution No. 108-20(B)

In Plain English

The city received federal CARES Act and FEMA grants totaling $1.4 million to cover COVID-19 emergency costs. Most funds reimburse the city for pandemic expenses like protective equipment and cleaning. If approved, $150,000 goes to a new Richmond Rapid Response Fund to help residents affected by COVID-19. EdFund West manages the resident relief program.

Auto-generated summary. Source: official agenda documents.

Votes

Approve consent calendar

Moved by: Councilmember JohnsonSeconded by: Councilmember Martinez
Passed

6 to 0

Thomas K. ButtAye
Nathaniel BatesAbsent
Ben ChoiAye
Demnlus Johnson IIIAye
Eduardo MartinezAye
Jael MyrickAye
Melvin WillisAye