Tuesday, April 7, 2015

The council approved 16 routine items on consent, including a $6.8 million grant application for Filbert Townhomes affordable housing and a $370,000 contract for ADA restroom upgrades at the Richmond Senior Center.

The council relaxed rules for second dwelling units to comply with state law, passing 6-1 with Pimplé voting no. California requires cities to make it easier for homeowners to build accessory dwelling units like granny flats or garage apartments.

A new medical marijuana ordinance passed that reduces collective permits from 6 to 3 and creates 3 manufacturing permits. The council also approved a permit change for Green Remedy Collective to move to a different commercial zone.

Four contracts were approved for Nevin Avenue bike and pedestrian improvements from 19th to 27th Street. The council also extended 23rd Street parking restrictions to 24 hours, 7 days a week with Martinez abstaining.

The council approved a $10,000 contribution to a market study for Point Molate development options. Discussion of opposing coal and petroleum coke transportation through Richmond waterways was continued to a future meeting."}