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Towing companies urge fee increase; residents call for public debate as council approves change on consent
Summary
As part of a consent package the council approved raising private-property towing fees after hearing opposing and supportive public testimony. Critics urged a public debate and questioned towing-industry influence; towing operators said inflation and fuel costs justify the increase.
Richmond City Council adopted a consent agenda on Nov. 11, 2025, that included an increase in private-property towing fees. The change — discussed by speakers as an increase from $135 to $195 for certain private-property tows — drew a mix of opposition from residents and support from towing-industry representatives.
Caleb Stewart, a first-time speaker from the 5th District, asked that the towing ordinance not be placed on the consent agenda and called for a public debate, saying the…
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