Tuesday, April 24, 2018
Presiding: Mayor Tom Butt · Called to order: 6:32 p.m. · 3 items · 2 votes · 10 public comments
What happened
The council voted down changes to medical marijuana business regulations by a 3-2 vote, with Myrick and Beckles opposing. The proposed updates would have modified rules for cannabis dispensaries and other marijuana businesses that were adopted several years ago.
The council approved a presentation on affordable housing strategy that outlined 6 proposals to speed up housing planning and construction. The presentation addressed Richmond's shortage of affordable homes for residents.
The council approved 1 routine item on consent, including a decision on an appeal for the Anaviv project worth $25,000. Discussion of Community Warning System options was continued to a future meeting.
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Attendance
Approved as a group without individual discussion.
Biggest items: $25K Anaviv Conditional Use Permit Appeal