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Topics getting the most attention in Richmond public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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MediumParks Rec

Public park and green space at 311 Bainbridge Street

A lease with Sampson Paints, LLC would let the city build a new public park and green space in the 6th District.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 20, 2026

MediumParks Rec

Youth basketball and summer camp program

The committee recommended letting NextUp RVA handle the city funding for the Parks Department's 2026 CarMax Basketball Youth Development and Summer Camp program as its fiscal agent.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 8, 2026

MediumParks Rec

Public green space acquisitions from Capital Region Land Conservancy

The city is acquiring more than a dozen parcels — including land along Bermuda Road, Warwick Road, and 510 South 14th Street — to expand and preserve public green space.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 6, 2026

LowParks Rec

Barton Heights Cemeteries Heritage Trail

Parks & Rec would accept $7,900 from Virginia Tourism to build the 'Reclaiming Our History' heritage trail at the Barton Heights Cemeteries.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 5, 2026