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City to Hold 2nd Virtual Public Engagement for Newly Proposed Bike Lanes

~ Online survey available July 25 – August 11 ~

RICHMOND, Va. – The Department of Public Works (DPW) has identified six corridors that present opportunities for enhanced bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure to be completed as part of the City’s paving and resurfacing program for summer 2021 through summer 2022. City residents will have an opportunity to review the proposed detailed design and provide feedback for bike lanes designated along six corridors throughout the city. The six corridors under consideration are:  

  • Brookland Parkway  
  • Colorado Avenue
  • Grove Avenue
  • Marshall Street
  • Walmsley Boulevard
  • Warwick Road

To review the project materials and comment on the detailed design for each corridor, which will help finalize the design before moving forward with construction, please go to: https://www.rva.gov/public-works/pedestrian-bicycling-and-trails and complete the survey. The survey will be online from Sunday, July 25 through Wednesday, August 11.

These bike lane projects will enhance our transportation infrastructure and improve safety for all roadway users. They are an important part of the City’s commitment to Vision Zero and support the Better Streets multimodal approach by implementing safety improvements such as high-visibility crosswalks for people who walk, accessible curb ramps for people who roll, and dedicated space for people to bike or scoot.

For more project details or if you need assistance with alternative means to review and comment, contact Emily Dalphy at 804-646-0346 or Emily.Dalphy@rva.gov

For more information on Public Works, please visit us online at https://www.rva.gov/public-works or email us at AskPublicWorks@RichmondGov.com

We’re Social! For updates on DPW-related projects, activities and events visit us on Twitter @DPW_RichmondVA

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The City of Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is one of only 178 currently accredited public works agencies in the United States. DPW’s portfolio comprises a wide array of services to include leaf collection; street, sidewalk and alley maintenance; trash collection; recycling; grass cutting;  graffiti removal; parking enforcement; urban forestry; street signs; traffic signals and pavement markings and civil engineering. In addition, DPW maintains upkeep on most city buildings; issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages the RVA Bike Share program and maintains the fleet of city vehicles. DPW’s operating budget comes from the general fund of the City of Richmond.  For more information about DPW services, click here or call 3-1-1.

Time to Renew Parking Permits in the Randolph and Mulberry Districts - Current permits expire July 31

 

RICHMOND, Va. – New parking decals for residents of the Randolph and Mulberry Restricted Parking Districts are now on sale. Residents can get more information, verify residency in their Parking Districts and download an application for mailing on the City’s website: https://www.rva.gov/public-works/parking-enterprise. Both mail-in and in-person renewal options are available for qualifying residents. The current parking permit expires July 31, 2021.

Residents must display the permit on their cars to park for more than the designed time restriction. A resident is either the residing owner of record or renter of property located within the Restricted Parking District. A City of Richmond Residential Parking Permit Application must be completed and approved prior to decal issuance. The Department of Public Works verifies residency for both homeowners residing at the property and lease agreements for renters.

A resident of the district is defined as an owner of record or renter of property in the district and members of their immediate family who reside with the owner or renter at the address in the District:

(1) Who are licensed drivers, and

(2) Whose domicile is the address for which they are seeking to obtain the parking permit

Decals and applications are also available at City Hall, Room 102, 900 East Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia. The office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please call 804-646-5700 if you have any questions.

For more information on Public Works, please visit us online at https://www.rva.gov/public-works or email us at AskPublicWorks@RichmondGov.com

We’re Social! For updates on DPW-related projects, activities and events visit us on Twitter @DPW_RichmondVA

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The City of Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is one of only 178 currently accredited public works agencies in the United States. DPW’s portfolio comprises a wide array of services to include leaf collection; street, sidewalk and alley maintenance; trash collection; recycling; grass cutting;  graffiti removal; parking enforcement; urban forestry; street signs; traffic signals and pavement markings and civil engineering. In addition, DPW maintains upkeep on most city buildings; issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages the RVA Bike Share program and maintains the fleet of city vehicles. DPW’s operating budget comes from the general fund of the City of Richmond.  For more information about DPW services, click here or call 3-1-1.

Washington Football Team Continues Ambassador Program at 2021 Training Camp

The Washington Football Team will continue its tradition of the Richmond Training Camp Ambassador program, which allows volunteers the opportunity to participate in Training Camp, support the team, and represent the City of Richmond. Program participants help the event operate smoothly by answering questions about training camp while also highlighting tourism destinations, restaurants, and other points of interest in the city. To thank Ambassadors for their help in this important role, Ambassadors can earn incentives such as a Washington Football swag bags, daily raffles, discounts on-site, Washington Football Team game tickets, and more, based on the number of shifts they work.

Potential Ambassadors will be needed Tuesday, July 27 – Saturday, July 31, 2021, with shifts lasting approximately five hours. Full information about the program and incentives can be found at rva.gov/parks-recreation/volunteer-initiatives. To register to be an Ambassador, visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WFTTCAmbassadors2021. Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, July 21.

For more information about the department, follow PRCF on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. For more about the Washington Football Team and the training camp schedule, please visit WashingtonFootball.com/TrainingCamp


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La ventanilla para transacciones en efectivo ubicada en la sede de la Iniciativa del Distrito Oriental (East District Initiative) estará cerrada temporalmente entre el 12 de julio y el 1 de agosto

Los clientes del Departamento de Finanzas pueden hacer sus pagos en persona en otras sedes, por Internet, por teléfono, en los buzones o por correo postal.

Richmond, Virginia — La ventanilla para transacciones en efectivo ubicada en la sede de la Iniciativa del Distrito Oriental (East District Initiative) estará cerrada temporalmente a partir del lunes 12 de julio y hasta el 1o de agosto. La ventanilla volverá a funcionar el 2 de agosto de 2021. El buzón para depósito de pagos seguirá siendo revisado a diario durante ese período; el resto del edificio seguirá funcionando en su horario normal.

Durante este cierre temporal, los pagos se podrán hacer usando las siguientes opciones:

Pago en persona:

Lleve su factura y su pago en efectivo, cheque, giro postal o tarjeta de crédito a las siguientes sedes:

  • Iniciativa del Sur (tiene estacionamiento gratuito): 4100 Hull Street – Horario: lunes a viernes de 8:00 AM a 5:00 PM.
  • Alcaldía: 900 E. Broad Street, Oficina 102 – Horario: lunes a viernes de 8:00 AM a 5:00 PM.

Pago por teléfono o por Internet:

  • Impuestos a los bienes raíces o a la propiedad personal (vehículos) – Puede pagar estos impuestos por Internet yendo a la página disponible aquí o puede pagar por teléfono llamando al 1-866-890-5269. Las transacciones por cheque electrónico o transferencia electrónica tendrán un costo de 95 centavos; el costo de los pagos mediante tarjeta de débito o crédito se basa en la cantidad a pagar. Los costos son calculados por una compañía externa.
  • Impuestos de alojamiento, alimentación y boletería (ALM) (únicamente por Internet) – Usted puede pagar sus impuestos de ALM yendo a la página ubicada aquí.
  • Departamento de Servicios Públicos – Puede pagar sus facturas de servicios públicos en Internet yendo a la página ubicada aquí o por teléfono llamando al 804-646-4646.

Pago mediante depósito en buzones: Lleve su factura y forma de pago (cheque o giro postal) a alguna de las siguientes ubicaciones:

  • Alcaldía: buzón abierto las 24 horas - 900 East Broad Street, esquina de la calle 10a 
  • Alcaldía: 900 East Broad Street – afuera de la oficina 102
  • Iniciativa del Distrito Oriental: buzón abierto las 24 horas - 701 North 25th Street
  • Iniciativa del Sur: 4100 Hull Street

Pago por correo postal: haga su cheque o giro postal a nombre de “City of Richmond” y envíela junto con la parte inferior de su factura a la dirección que aparece en dicha factura.

Nos disculpamos por cualquier inconveniente que esto le pueda causar. Si tiene alguna inquietud o pregunta, por favor llame al 311 (Centro de Llamadas RVA311) o al 804-646-7000.

East District Initiative Finance Cash Operations counter temporarily closed July 12 through August 1

Department of Finance customers may make payments in person at other locations, online, by phone, at drop boxes, or by mail

Effective Monday, July 12, 2021 the Finance Cash Operations counter at the East District Initiative building will be temporarily closed through August 1, 2021. The office will reopen on August 2, 2021. The payment drop box at this location will continue to be monitored and checked daily during this time. The rest of the building will observe regular hours.

During the temporary closure payments can be made via the following options:

Pay in person: bring your bill and cash, check, money order or credit card to the following locations:

  • Southside Initiative (Free Parking): 4100 Hull Street – Hours: Mon. – Fri. 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • City Hall: 900 E. Broad Street, Room 102 – Hours: Mon. – Fri. 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Pay by phone or online:

  • Personal Property/Real Estate - You can pay your personal property or real estate online or pay by phone by calling 1-866-890-5269. Electronic check/ACH transactions will incur a $.95; credit/debit card transaction fee is based on payment amount. Fees assessed by third party as outlined.
  • Admission, Lodging and Meals (online only) - You can pay your ALM taxes online.
  • Department of Public Utilities – You can pay Department of Public Utilities bills online or by pay by phone by calling 804-646-4646.

Pay at drop box locations: Bring bill and check or money order to the following locations:

  • City Hall: – 24 Hours - 900 East Broad Street - 10th Street
  • City Hall: 900 East Broad Street - Outside Room 102
  • East District Initiative: - 24 Hours -701 North 25th Street
  • Southside Initiative: 4100 Hull Street

Pay by mail: make checks payable to City of Richmond and mail check or money order to the address on the stub of your bill.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to the RVA311 Call Center at 804-646-7000.

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