November 15, 2021 Meeting Minutes (via Zoom)

  • Lt. Naroz gave his police report:
    • YTD the Maymont area has had 1 violent crime and 8 property crimes (down from 12 last year)
    • He reminded everyone to be extra vigilant with shopping season approaching
  • Parks Richeson gave a report on Maymont:
    • Visits were up 20% last year and they are up an additional 20% this year
    • 15,000 visits last quarter
    • The Mansion will have Christmas audio tours available
    • The 3rd floor will hold an interactive orientation to the Jim Crow era
  • Betsy Carr gave her General Assembly report:
    • The session will begin the second Wednesday of January
    • This session will be 2 months and will be held in-person
  • Amy Robins gave her report on behalf of Stephanie Lynch for the 5th District:
    • Lower speed limits are being introduced to residential areas
    • New sidewalks are coming in Spring 2022
    • Senior bags will be distributed in the coming months and she needs neighborhood volunteers
    • Police and fire pay and benefits are being adjusted to be more competitive with nearby localities
  • Joy Rogers gave an update on the Riverview Park playground vision