Expansions to the dockside eatery, and some noise complaints from neighbors, resulted in action by Henrico under zoning rules that were updated last year.
The Lilly Pad required to apply for new county permit to keep restaurant afloat
Government
Chesterfield budget proposal would cut real estate tax rate, fund pay raises
The $1.8 billion proposal for fiscal year 2023 calls for 92 cents per $100 of assessed value, a 3 cent decrease, and millions of dollars more for employees.
Mayor Stoney presents Richmond’s $836M general fund budget for FY23
The spending proposal would hold the line on tax rates while increasing investments in public safety, schools, libraries and other services.
The Agenda: Local government briefs for 3.7.22
Richmond considers zoning changes tied to its City Center plan, a 500-home development in Varina is up for a vote, and Chesterfield reviews its budget.
$70M renovation and addition could be the next chapter for Main Library
The portion of the Richmond Public Library built in 1928 would be demolished and replaced with a new section that includes subsurface parking.
Richmond establishes technology zone, raises BPOL tax exemption threshold
It took two and a half years, but Richmond now has a citywide technology zone. The specific benefits of that zone, however, still remain in the works. The Richmond City Council this week finally approved an amendment to the city code establishing a technology zone across the city. First proposed by Councilmember Andreas Addison in… Read more »
Henrico’s proposed budget would slash biotech property tax rate
The $1.2 billion spending plan would also reduce the real estate tax rate by 2 cents and set the stage for a $511 million bond referendum this fall.
State budget amendment would block Richmond casino vote until 2023
The City Council delayed a vote on a tax rate cut relating to a second casino referendum in light of Sen. Joe Morrissey’s efforts to make Petersburg a potential host site.
Jefferson Hotel owner to hold off on Second Baptist Church demolition
City officials said they reached a “gentleman’s agreement” with Bill Goodwin to wait three months while other options are explored.
The Agenda: Local government briefs for 2.28.22
Budget season is underway with spending plans and tax rate adjustments proposed. Public input is sought on a regional bike and pedestrian plan.