July 22 Newsletter: Sales tax increase spreads
Plus, there are now two petitions asking for a vote on code refresh, Richmond's towing operator is asking for a fee increase, and a local cosplay artist will be on the Comic-Con stage tomorrow.
Michael Phillips
Jewell's group files competing anti-code refresh ballot initiative
The Richmond Civic League's proposal would force a retroactive vote, while Paul Goldman's proposal would add the ability to control rent.
Seibert’s Towing seeks fuel surcharge as costs rise, asks for $250 fee to handle damaged electric vehicles
The advisory board signed off on an across-the-board fee increase of about 5%, pending Council approval.
July 20 Newsletter: Making an indoor splash
Chesterfield pushes pause on future data centers, and Danny Avula will recommend that City Council give RPS additional money to cover its budget shortfall. Plus The Richmonder 25 returns!
July 17 Newsletter: Seeing the sky
An astronomer is making a donation to inspire rural communities. Plus, the AI-powered art on the side of the new CoStar building, WinterWorld is coming to the new baseball stadium, and the Lumpkin's Jail project.
World-famous AI artist unveils video installation at CoStar grand opening
Its distinctive video screen facing the river was officially turned on amid fireworks and a performance from the band Caamp.
July 15 Newsletter: Hispanic business boom
Pro-code refresh groups held a press conference urging the city to do more to prevent the displacement of existing residents. Plus, new Southside parkland, and a new novel from Rachel Beanland.
