Increase public funding available to candidates running for city office
In Plain English
Richmond currently provides public money to help qualified candidates run for mayor and city council. The city wants to raise the amount each candidate can receive. If approved, more candidates may be able to afford running for office without relying heavily on private donations.
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Votes
Approve matching funds to a maximum of $30,000 which includes four $7,500 matches - the first at $5,000; the second at $10,000; the third at $15,000; and the fourth at $20,000
Keep existing system and add an additional $5,000 matching funds when the candidate reaches $10,000 for a maximum of $30,000
Lower the threshold from $15,000 to $10,000 for candidates to apply for matching funds
6 to 0
Add an additional $5,000 in matching funds when a candidates raises $15,000 to a maximum of $30,000
4 to 2
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