Multilingual Enrollment, a Resignation, and City Parks
Cheers RVA!
Today will be mostly cloudy with a high of 78 and a low of 61. The next few days are expected to be a bit cooler with highs in the upper 60’s, with temperatures warming back up to the 80’s later in the week.
the juice:
Competing tax legislation regarding the real estate tax rate has been proposed by City Council and will be considered by the Finance and Economic Development Committee this Wednesday, with a vote likely at the next council meeting on Monday, September 22.
An ordinance lowering the rate from $1.20 to $1.16 is supported by patrons Reva Trammell, Sarah Abubaker, and Stephanie Lynch.
Councilmember Katherine Jordan of the 2nd district has stated she will support maintaining the current rate as she has done the last four years, arguing that the average annual relief for homeowners would be just $150 while corporate property owners would save hundreds of thousands of dollars. Additionally, the lower rate would eliminate upwards of $17 million in revenue for the city.
The rate has not been lowered by the council since 2008.
the pulp:
The enrollment of multilingual learners in RPS has lowered significantly, according to the Richmonder. The total enrollment of multilingual learners was at 495 on August 22nd, down from around 850 at the beginning of the last school year. Students who were born in another country and recently arrived at RPS (known as newcomers) number just 10 students so far this year, down from 465 last year. Enrollment continues throughout the year so that number is likely to increase.
Chesterfield School Board Member Dot Heffron has resigned in the wake of controversy she caused from a social media post regarding the shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, via WTVR.
The Virginia Racing Commission will meet today at the State Corporaton Commission building to decide if an operational license should be given to Roseshire Gaming Parlor located in Henrico County.
RICToday has compiled a list of 25 parks in the city, including parks for nature lovers, families, and four-legged friends.
the vibe:
Have a productive day RVA!
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