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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Richmond public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Tax amnesty program for 2027
A one-time tax amnesty for tax year 2027 could let delinquent taxpayers settle up without penalties. The committee punted the request to November 18 so lead patron Stephanie Lynch can present it herself.
Blanton House lease expansion for Cancer Retreat Centers
Cancer Retreat Centers, Inc. would expand into the second floor and a third-floor office of Blanton House at 700 Blanton Avenue under a lease amendment.
Woodhaven Drive drainage improvements and Commerce Road rail crossings
Easement acquisitions advance two infrastructure projects: drainage work on Woodhaven Drive and multimodal crossings over the CSX and Virginia Passenger Rail Authority right of way along Commerce Road.
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.
Little John Park renovation
The city got concept-level approval to renovate Little John Park — an early planning step, but good news for park users.
Byrne/JAG juvenile detention grant
The council accepted $137,038 from the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services for a juvenile detention center program.
Bryan Park stormwater sediment catchment pond
A new stormwater sediment pond is planned in Bryan Park near the Azalea Pond. It won final approval, which should help manage sediment in the park's water system.
Regional SMART SCALE transportation funding
The city would formally endorse Chesterfield and Henrico counties' applications for state road money through SMART SCALE Round 7 — regional projects that affect commutes across the region.
Shockoe arts and culture district effort
The Shockoe Arts Culture Corporation asked the council for support in pursuing an official arts and culture district designation for the Shockoe area, tying culture to economic growth.