What happened
- Approved emergency order banning evictions during COVID-19 crisis.
- Approved formal support for Schools and Communities First initiative.
- Approved new pay scales for union employees in city services.
- Approved 7 routine items including $1.23 million in workforce grants and $102,000 annual Aramark uniform contract.
- Received updates on employee bonus policies and directed staff to plan Richmond Transportation Plaza activation.
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Personnel(2 items)
Adopt pay scales for union employees in city services
In Plain English
The city employs hundreds of workers represented by Service Employees International Union Local 1021, including administrative staff, maintenance crews, and public safety support roles. This law sets their official pay rates and compensation structure. If approved, the new pay scales take effect immediately for all covered employees.
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Votes
Adopt Ordinance No. 07-20 N.S.
7 to 0
Receive update on city employee bonus pay policies and approval process
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City employees sometimes receive extra pay called differentials for special duties or skills beyond their regular job. The city lacks clear rules about when to approve these bonuses and how much to pay. Staff will present their progress on creating consistent policies for differential pay decisions.
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Governance(2 items)
Adopt formal decision supporting Schools and Communities First initiative
In Plain English
The Schools and Communities First initiative is a statewide ballot measure that would change how California taxes commercial and industrial properties. The measure aims to increase funding for public schools and local services by requiring businesses to pay property taxes based on current market values instead of purchase prices. If approved, the council formally endorses this ballot measure.
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Votes
Adopt Resolution No. 28-20
6 to 0
Direct staff to develop plan for activating Richmond Transportation Plaza
In Plain English
The Richmond Transportation Plaza currently sits underused despite being a major transit hub. The city wants to explore adding commercial kiosks, better landscaping, and improved public safety measures. If approved, staff will work with community partners to create a plan that brings more activity and services to the plaza.
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Votes
Direct staff to participate in envisioning and implementing ways to activate the Richmond Transportation Plaza
7 to 0
Housing(1 item)
Ratify emergency order banning evictions during COVID-19 crisis
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The city's emergency director already issued an order stopping landlords from evicting tenants for not paying rent or without cause during the pandemic. The city council must now formally approve this emergency action. If ratified, the eviction ban remains in effect until the city lifts it.
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Votes
Adopt Resolution No. 29-20 with amendment to change 'maintains documentation' to 'provides documentation' in paragraph 1(a)
7 to 0
Miscellaneous(1 item)
Details
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Approved as a group without individual discussion.