archive for July, 2008
July 4, 2008
another way to look around
The Richmond Parcel Mapper is a map of the city of Richmond that “permits querying and display of real estate Parcels”. It also makes it easy to find out the Richmond/Henrico border.
July 6, 2008
RPS: Seeks to Address Communication Gaps
“Come assist us this summer in establishing the communication efforts needed to keep you informed about your child’s progress and the system at large.”
Forum Dates: July 10 and July 17th at 6pm in the
July 7, 2008
shooting at the pool
A teenage boy was shot at the Powhatan Hill Community Center just after 4PM today. The unidentified victim is at the VCU medical center, where he is in critical but stable condition. [via]
July 8, 2008
Shots fired in Fulton Hill community
From NBC12 Breaking news: Shots fired in Fulton Hill community:
The shooting happened around 10:15 a.m. in the 1200 block of Millwood Road in the Fulton Hill area. Random shots were fired, no one was hit. Police say they recovered a car in this situation. And someone stole a bike. No description is available at this time for the suspect officials are searching for. Read more >
July 9, 2008
Address Recent Incidents: Neighborhood Meeting W/ Police
Your neighborhood Civic Assocaition has a arranged a meeting with Lt. Laino of the Richmond Police Departement, who is responsible for Fulton Hill as well as Union Hill, Oakwood, Church Hill, and Chimborazo. He has information on the most recent incidents.
You’ll be able to get your questions answered and we can talk about solutions.
Location: Powhatan Center
Date and Time: Friday, July 11, at 6 PM.
Post here if you have any questions.
July 12, 2008
Tricycle Gardens announces Organic Gardening workshops
Tricycle Gardens are presenting the first of a series of workshops on organic gardening: Introduction to Organic Gardening (7/24), Getting Started with Organic Gardening (8/7), and Fall Gardening and Winter Preparations (9/11). Each workshop will cost $15 and take place at 211 West 7th Street in Old Manchester. Please contact allison@tricyclegardens.org if you have questions.
July 13, 2008
Minutes from the July 11th Community Meeting
- 6:05 Bobby Vickers, president of Greater Fulton Civic Association introduced meeting.
- Captain Ronca (Captain of 1stprecinct) introduced the panel. Panel included Lt. James Laino, Sgt. Allan King (with the aggravated/ assault team), and Lt. Hamlett Hood (Gang team). Chief David McCoy was also present. Captain Ronca thanked the audience for being present, as well as those who called the police related to the most recent incident
July 16, 2008
Prepare to dig much deeper in those pockets…
Natural Gas is going up in the City of Richmond again!
“Rising energy costs soon will hit natural-gas bills from the city of Richmond.
A typical customer can expect to pay about $19 more per month — from $114 to $133 — under the first of what could be two rate increases planned through the end of next winter, Christopher L. Beschler, Richmond’s director of public utilities, told the City Council last night.” - RTD
For the full article visit Richmond Times Dispatch
July 17, 2008
7th District Town Hall Meeting scheduled
The next 7th District Town Hall Meeting, hosted by 7th District Council VP Delores McQuinn, will be held on Saturday, July 26th, from 11:30AM-1PM @ Mt. Tabor Baptist Church (2011 Fairmount Avenue).
July 17, 2008
Dog Park Opens in Church Hill!
It has two fenced in areas, one for big dogs and one for small dogs. It is at the bottom of hill in Chimborazo Park at the corner of N. 32nd and E. Broad Street. It also has water for your dog.
Make sure you Read the Dog Park Rules (.pdf) before going with your pooch.
