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Community urges council to reauthorize Richmond Fund for Children and Youth at current funding level
Summary
Dozens of young people and nonprofit leaders asked the council to reauthorize Richmond Kids First (Article 15) at the existing 3% general fund allocation, warning that sending renewal to the ballot or reducing the rate would destabilize programs serving youth.
Staff presented the council with options for the Richmond Fund for Children and Youth (Article 15): reauthorize by council at the current 3% contribution, defer to voters, or place amendments on the ballot. Staff described past funding cycles, governance (a 15‑member oversight board), and deadlines if voter action becomes necessary.
The meeting drew a large public turnout in support of reauthorization. Nonprofit directors and dozens of youth from…
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