Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Special

Presiding: Mayor Gayle McLaughlin · Called to order: 6:34 p.m. · 3 items · 32 public comments · View official: Minutes

Attendance

Rogers(Present)

Bates(Present)

Beckles(Present)

Boozé(Present)

Butt(Present)

Ritterman(Present)

Corky Boozé(Present)

Tom Butt(Present)

Jovanka Beckles(Present)

Jeff Ritterman(Present)

Nat Bates(Present)

Jim Rogers(Present)

Gayle McLaughlin(Present)

3 substantive items

Public Safety(1 item)

Receive presentation on West Contra Costa County Technical Rescue Program

Technical Rescue Program

In Plain English

Fire department staff presented information about a regional rescue program that handles emergencies requiring specialized equipment and training. The program serves multiple cities in west Contra Costa County for incidents like building collapses, water rescues, and confined space emergencies. Richmond participates in this shared service to provide residents with advanced rescue capabilities that would be too expensive for one city to maintain alone.

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Proclamation(1 item)

Honor WWII veteran and congratulate Miss Richmond winner with proclamations

Police & Community Safety

In Plain English

The city recognizes Chief William Jackson for his WWII service as a Merchant Mariner and volunteer work on the USS Red Oak Victory ship. The city also congratulates Alexis Pickins for winning the Miss Richmond title and her academic achievements. These ceremonial proclamations celebrate community members' contributions and accomplishments.

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Governance(1 item)

Council as a Whole - Gary Bell Campaign Statement Late Fees

Police & Community Safety

Official Agenda Text

Matter to request City Council direct city clerk to dismiss late fees and allow Councilmember Elect Gary Bell to recover to file required Contributions and Expenditures Campaign Statement