Councilor Updates

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This blog was started to periodically provide the public with updates and information. Information can also be found on social media.

  • Changes for the New Year

    The Town of Richmond is starting off 2024 with a lot of changes. In December, Richmond’s Town Solicitor withdrew her request for reappointment. I thank her for her many years of service to our town and wish her well on her future endeavors. We will be looking at applications for a new solicitor soon. Additionally,… Read more

  • 2023 Overview

    Despite the tension and the controversy, Council has worked together on several initiatives to benefit the Town of Richmond. Council majority put aside our political affiliation to serve the residents and are moving forward in a positive direction. That includes working with town employees and volunteers serving on our boards and commissions.  Parks and Recreation… Read more

  • Parks and Recreation

    Although winter is coming, there is still plenty to do in Richmond! Learn365 Funds from the Learn365 program are starting to be put to good use! In a 3-2 vote, the Town is partnering with the YMCA for the use of their community room. The room will be used for after school learning programs for… Read more

  • Retail Cannabis Stores

    In a 3-2 vote September 19th, Council approved the Planning Board’s recommendation to amend the zoning ordinances to determine where businesses selling medicinal and recreational cannabis can be located in Richmond. Cannabis retail will be permitted in general business, light industrial, industrial, planned development and planned development – village center. The question before council wasn’t… Read more

  • August 2023 Council Update

    Economic Development  Wyoming Design Study: After the budget was voted down, Town Staff suggested removing 20k from the capital improvement plan for a Wyoming Design Study. This was intended for a long-range vision of what downtown should look like and give developers a guide to meet town goals. I was disappointed this was removed from… Read more

  • June 2023 Councilor Update

    Town Planner Richmond’s Town Planner, Shaun Lacey, has resigned to accept an amazing new opportunity with the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command. We need to first offer him congratulations!!  I’m so happy for him! Richmond will continue to benefit from his hard work for years to come. He will be missed for so many reasons!… Read more