Adopt 5-year housing plan for federal funding from 2015-2020
In Plain English
Federal law requires cities to create a 5-year plan showing how they will spend housing grants. Richmond receives federal money each year for affordable housing programs and homeless services. If approved, the city can submit this plan to qualify for continued federal funding through 2020.
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Votes
Close the public hearing
5 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The council unanimously voted to close the public hearing on Richmond's required five-year housing plan, clearing the way for the city to submit it to the federal government. This administrative step allows Richmond to continue receiving federal grants for affordable housing programs and homeless services through 2020. Without an approved plan, the city would lose access to this federal funding stream. Councilmember Bates was absent for the vote. This continues the council's strong pattern of support for housing measures.
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Adopt Resolution No. 45-15
5 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
Richmond unanimously approved its required five-year plan to continue receiving federal housing grants, with Councilmember Bates absent. The plan allows the city to apply for federal funding that supports affordable housing programs and homeless services through 2020. This was a routine administrative requirement under federal law - cities must submit these plans to remain eligible for housing grants. The approval ensures Richmond can continue accessing federal dollars for its housing and homelessness programs without interruption.
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