About the City of Richmond

The City of Richmond, Virginia, operates under a city government structure that reflects its rich history and modern needs. The city's FY 2025 Adopted Budget, which reflects the government's collective priorities, focuses on strengthening customer service through accountability, equity, diversity, innovation, and a desire to move the city forward. It leverages local, state, and federal funding to continue providing a high quality of life for residents, businesses, and organizations through sustainability, progressive thought and action, and premier municipal services.

Mayoral Candidate Briefing

Mayoral Candidate Briefing Q&A

Government Organization

Richmond's local government is organized as a mayor-council form of government, where the City Council and Mayor play crucial roles in municipal affairs. The City Council, composed of nine members elected from nine districts, is responsible for making legislative decisions, including passing ordinances, setting policies, and approving the city budget.

The Mayor's and Chief Administrative Officer's (CAO's) duties are governed by the City Charter. Under the charter, the Mayor serves as the chief executive officer of the city responsible for the proper administration of city government. Also under the charter, the CAO oversees day-to-day operations of city government administration.

Richmond's city government structure, comprised of 32 administrative departments and offices reporting to the Mayor/CAO and seven reporting to City Council, emphasizes community involvement and transparency. Regular meetings of the City Council are open to the public, providing citizens with opportunities to voice their concerns and participate in local governance. Additionally, the city has various advisory boards and commissions that focus on specific issues which help guide decision-making processes.

Organizational Chart - July 2024

Voter District Maps

City Charter

City Code

Economic Information

Demographic Fact Sheet for Richmond City and Richmond Metropolitan Statistical Area

Economic Indicators Report - August 2024

Economic Indicators Report - July 2024

Statistical Information from the FY 2025 Adopted Annual Fiscal Plan

Fiscal Plans and Financial Reports

FY 2025 Budget Overview

FY 2025 Adopted Budget in Brief