Tuesday, January 28, 2014

The council approved 6-1 a review of public survey results on a potential sales tax for road repairs, with Boozé voting no. The city surveyed residents about whether they would support a new sales tax to fund street paving and repairs, as Richmond's roads need significant maintenance work that current funding cannot cover.

The council unanimously approved receiving bicycle safety reports and applying for state transportation funding. City staff will present updates on bicycle infrastructure projects and safety programs, and the council approved applying for state Transportation Development Act funds to help improve local transportation systems.

Several items were continued to future meetings, including a police report on department priorities, policies for low-emission vehicles, a presentation on Civic Center Plaza accessibility, and adding a full-time county inspector at Chevron Refinery with enforcement powers.