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Victory for No Coal in Richmond: How It Happened

The scrappy industrial city of Richmond took a bold step toward a fossil fuel-free future on Tuesday night when its city council passed an historic land use ordinance banning the storage and handling of coal and petroleum coke in a three-year phaseout.

This means that Richmond will no longer be the source of one-fourth of West Coast coal exports to Asian markets, and its children will be able to breathe a little easier. 

Councilmember Eduardo Martinez, the sponsor of the ordinance, set a shining example in his refusal to back down and his unwavering belief that the city of Richmond deserves far better than coal and refining dregs.

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Updating Richmond’s Aging Sewage Infrastructure

February 19, 2025

Latest News from Richmond City Hall Catch up on hot items from the last Richmond City Council meeting below. If you're interested in making public comments as a member of RPA or getting involved, contact us. Meetings are primarily held on the first, third,...

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Goals of the Settlement

February 18, 2025

Understanding the Chevron Settlement Richmond, CA – Richmond Mayor Eduardo Martinez's statement regarding the Chevron Settlement: There’s been significant interest and positive feedback regarding the Chevron settlement funds secured in 2024. However, it’s important to clarify that the $550 million is not a lump...

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