JANUARY 25, 2021 VIRTUAL MEETING

  • The January 25 Board meeting was held via Zoom. A recording of the meeting is in the link above and a summary of topics covered.
  • The Board members were introduced
  • The new conservation easement on Kansas Avenue between Greenville and Carter now has official signage
  • Maymont Glow took place in December and provided a nice socially-distanced event for many
  • David Naoroz provided the neighborhood crime report for the precinct
  • There was a significant reduction in crime for 2020 and we beat last year’s numbers.
  • He reminded neighbors to lock their car doors as car theft is common
  • Betsy Carr presented a brief report on the House of Delegates session. The session is virtual and that is going well. Her number is 804-986-6852 and her email is delegate.carr@betsycarr.org if anyone would like to contact her.
  • Amy Robins provided an update on recent and upcoming events in the 5th district. A summary of topics covered is listed below:
  • Utility relief has been extended – additional information is on Facebook
  • Dominion loan forgiveness
  • The Mayor releases his budget on March 5
  • For COVID testing information, please call 804-205-3501
  • There will be a Zoom call with Stephanie on February 25
  • Stephanie Lynch’s contact information is: 804-646-5724 / stephanie.lynch@richmondgov.com
  • Amy’s contact information is: amy.robins@richmondgov.com
  • The Civic League Treasurer’s report was provided by Treasurer, Justin Patterson. The balance at the end of December was $4,005.80.
  • Dues can be paid to Justin at 1805 Greenville
  • Voting for the 2020 Board member positions took place and the results are as follows:
  • Joy Whitney was voted in as the new Civic League President for 2020
  • Emily Messer was voted in as the new Civic League Vice President for 2020
  • Mark Brandon and Ida Mitchell were voted in as Co-Community Liasons for 2020
  • Leah Hopper, Secretary and Justin Patterson, Treasurer remain in their positions for 2020.