The Electoral Board will conduct Logic & Accuracy (L&A) testing of voting equipment in preparation for the upcoming election.

Logic & Accuracy testing is a public process used to verify that voting equipment is properly programmed and accurately records and tabulates votes as expected before ballots are cast.

Testing Details

This testing is part of the Office’s ongoing efforts to help ensure the accuracy, transparency, and integrity of the election process.

Five-Year Plan to Align Federal Funding with Housing and Community Development Needs  

Richmond, VA  —The City of Richmond is inviting residents to share feedback on draft plans for its 2026 – 2030 Consolidated Plan and Program Year 2026 Annual Action Plan. Together, these plans align and focus federal funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to meet the City’s housing and community development needs.  

The public comment period begins today, April 1, 2026 and will continue through Tuesday, May 12 at 5:00pm. See below for ways to participate, including upcoming, in-person sessions to learn more about the Consolidated Plan and deliver your feedback.  

About the Consolidated Plan Process:

Each year, the City of Richmond received federal funds through four programs: 

• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
• HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME)
• Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA)
• Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG)

The City uses these funds to support a wide range of public and private entities that are providing critical services to housing and community development needs across the City, including: social services, home repairs for low-income homeowners, construction of new affordable housing, and first-time homebuyer education and down payment assistance, among others.  

The 2026-2030 Consolidated Planning process began in Fall 2025 with a needs assessment and priority setting in consultation with residents. Feedback from these in-person and virtual engagement sessions were consolidated and incorporated into this draft plan which is once again being presented for public comment.  

How to submit your comments: 

In-person 

• Tuesday, April 14, 2026 , at 6:00 p.m., at 1500 E. Main Street on the 1st floor of Main Street Station in “The Square.”
• Monday, April 27, 2026 , at 2:00 p.m., at 1500 E. Main Street on the 1st floor of Main Street Station in “The Square.”
• City Council will host a final public hearing on Monday, May 11 in City Council Chambers (900 E. Broad St., Second Floor). 

Online 

Comments may be sent directly to the City’s Senior Manager for Federal Entitlement Programs, Amanda Wrinkle at [email protected]  

By Mail  

City of Richmond Department of Housing and Community Development 

Attn: Amanda Wrinkle, Senior Manager for Federal Entitlement Programs 

1500 E. Main Street, Suite 300 

Richmond, VA 23219-3571  

Learn more about the Consolidated Planning process here . 

The City of Richmond marked a historic milestone today as the first water began flowing back into the west basin of the Byrd Park Reservoir—signaling the completion of a major phase in a long-term rehabilitation project.

Built between 1874 and 1876, the Byrd Park Reservoir has served Richmond residents and surrounding counties for nearly 150 years. The reservoir operates as two finished water storage tanks and plays a critical role in delivering safe, reliable drinking water across the region.

As part of the City’s capital improvement plan, the Department of Public Utilities (DPU) has been rehabilitating the reservoir tanks and replacing the original concrete roofs, which were added in the 1970’s and are reaching the end of their useful life. The west tank was taken out of service in August 2023 to begin construction.

City leaders and DPU staff gathered to mark the completion of the new roof on the west basin. Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Operations Al Wiggins ceremonially turned a valve to begin the first flow of water into the tank.

Filling the basin is a gradual process expected to take several days, as the tank is brought up to its full capacity of 27.5 million gallons. Once filled, water samples will be collected and tested to ensure the water meets all quality standards before the basin is returned to service.

“This is certainly a historic moment for Richmond,” said Wiggins. “All capital projects are important, but for a 150-year-old facility that serves such a vital function to not only the city but the region, this project ranks among the highest—and one I’m especially proud of.”

DPU Director Scott Morris emphasized the scale and importance of the project.

“I am incredibly proud of all the people who played a role in this significant effort,” said Morris. “Planning and executing projects of this scale takes years of design and construction. We know how critical this reservoir is to the region, and this is one of many investments we will continue making to ensure a reliable and resilient water system for years to come.”

In recent years, prior to the roof replacement, DPU completed additional upgrades to improve the distribution system reliability and increase operational flexibility at facilities connected to the reservoir. The roof replacement project represents a major step forward in preserving this historic asset while modernizing its infrastructure.

Residents can follow the history and progress of the Byrd Park Reservoir rehabilitation project through ongoing project updates available on the City’s website. Photos of today's event can be found here.

The City of Richmond is proud to celebrate its Department of Procurement Services for earning the 2026 “Above and Beyond” award from National Cooperative Procurement Partners, North America’s premier association for cooperative procurement. The award recognizes exceptional practitioners in public procurement; those who have excelled in their tradecraft by bringing innovative solutions and disciplined leadership to enhance service delivery.  

“The City of Richmond Department of Procurement Services is transforming into a model of innovation, accountability, and professional excellence,” the award reads. “What sets Richmond apart is a deliberate, Director-driven strategy to build institutional capacity through targeted hiring and professional investment,” it says, referencing recent hiring decisions, trainings, and supplier engagements all meant to strengthen relationships with the business community and professionalize the City’s procurement processes.  

“This is a well-deserved honor for a team that has executed the administration’s focus on identifying gaps, improving processes, and charting a strategic path towards excellence in procurement,” said CAO Odie Donald II . "As the awards pile in, they represent the benefits of our look for it, find it, and fix it philosophy and I am proud to see our team recognized for their commitment to world class service delivery.” 

The award is a fitting cap to March’s National Procurement Month and is yet another achievement for a Department which has, as of late, earned the National Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award for the second consecutive year, the Buyer of the Year and Manager of the Year distinctions from the Virginia Association of Governmental Procurement (VAGP), and VAGP’s “Leading Light” award for outstanding achievements in innovation and vendor outreach.  

“For every award, there are countless unseen hours spent evaluating, tweaking, and perfecting the way we handle business," said Procurement Director Rene Almaraz . “None of it is possible without a dedicated team of contracts and operations professionals who are all motivated towards the same goal: to provide excellent service for our government and for our residents.” 

Posted April 2, 2026

Richmond, VA - The Richmond Department of Transportation, in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), and the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), will activate a new traffic signal tomorrow, April 3 on 7th Street at the VCU I - Lot Parking Deck. The signal is part of a broader set of coordinated improvements designed to enhance safety, pedestrian connectivity, and traffic operations in the area.

Improvements include:

• Expanded Access to Interstate System
  
  • The new signal configuration will allow users exiting the parking deck to access all directions of Interstate 95 and Interstate 64
• Enhanced Pedestrian Safety
  
  • The project improves pedestrian safety for individuals traveling between the parking deck and the VCU/MCV campus, with clear crossings and better traffic control
• 7th Street Bridge Renovation
  
  • VDOT completed renovations to the 7th Street Bridge
• Dedicated Pedestrian Bridge
  
  • VCU constructed a new pedestrian bridge to separate pedestrian activity from the new vehicular bridge

This new traffic signal reflects the city’s ongoing commitment to Vision Zero, public safety, and infrastructure improvements.

For more information about Vision Zero, visit rva.gov/visionzero or email us at [email protected].

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The City of Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is one of only 225 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; urban forestry; civil engineering and capital improvement projects along with the Department of Transportation (DOT). DPW delivers essential services that keep the city clean, safe, and healthy. The DOT plans, builds and maintains the city’s transportation system to ensure safe, reliable, and equitable mobility for all users. The department is responsible for traffic operations, street signs, traffic signals, pavement markings, bike lanes, and transportation programs that support economic vitality, environmental sustainability, and quality of life. Guided by the city’s Vision Zero commitment, the DOT works to eliminate traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries through data-driven policies, street design, and community partnerships. In addition, the DOT issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages Main Street Station and the RVA Bike Share Program. Report service requests to RVA311.com or call 3-1-1