Tuesday, April 2, 2024
SpecialPresiding: Mayor Eduardo Martinez · Called to order: 5:00 p.m. · 2 items · 12 votes · 17 public comments
What happened
The council approved a $55,000 contract with Race Forward for racial equity training through 2026. The training will cover employees, elected officials, and community partners as part of Richmond's ongoing Race Equity Action Plan. Four residents spoke in support during public comment, with speakers citing racial disparities and praising Race Forward's work.
The council approved 9 routine items on consent, including $225,000 for law firm contracts to defend police-related and injury lawsuits. Other notable approvals included $90,000 for police motorcycle maintenance with Motorrad LLC and $39,300 for security cameras at Point Potrero Marine Terminal.
Discussion of a 45-day pause on new tobacco retailer permits was continued to a future meeting. The council also postponed creating a policy that would prevent council members from appointing family members to city boards and commissions.
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Approved as a group without individual discussion.
Biggest items: $150K 6th Amendment for Allen, Glaessner, H... · $90K Sole-Source Contract with Motorrad LL... · $75K Legal Services Agreement with Manning...