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Committee backs residency requirement for senior executives despite administration concerns
Summary
The Governmental Operations Standing Committee voted to forward an ordinance that would modify the city’s residency requirement for certain senior officers and employees, prompting debate among council members and opposition from administration officials who warned the change could hamper recruitment and retention.
The Governmental Operations Standing Committee voted to forward an ordinance to city council that would modify Richmond’s residency requirement for certain officers and employees, expanding residency expectations for senior executive roles. Committee members debated the policy’s aims and potential impacts before recommending approval.
Council members who supported the ordinance said requiring senior executives to live in the city promotes accountability, better service design and improved public trust. One backer argued that “when folks who work for the city live in the city, that the…
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