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Council declines extra City funding request for Nowruz spring festival
Summary
A motion to provide an additional $3,000 (plus contingency) to support a planned Nowruz festival in Marina Bay failed after divided council votes; proponents said the funds were needed for tents, portable restrooms and artist fees.
Richmond City Council on March 4 considered a request to add $3,000 from the city’s community-events budget to support a Nowruz (Persian New Year) festival at Marina Bay Park. After public discussion and divided council debate, a motion to allocate an additional $2,000 with a $1,000 contingency failed.
Sponsor Councilmember Bana had requested the additional funds to cover…
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