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Brodie challenges Loo's Massey Bridge logic

Brodie challenges Loo's Massey Bridge logic

Those concerned about the impact of unaffordable housing in Richmond should consider the ramifications of a planned 10-lane replacement bridge for the George Massey Tunnel, said Coun. Alexa Loo at a city council meeting Monday.
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Criminal investigation follows illegal pruning of 'majestic' sequoia tree

Criminal investigation follows illegal pruning of 'majestic' sequoia tree

Initial 'butchering' of $100,000 tree resulted in $3,000 fine
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Bill reins in shady realtors, cracks open door to vacancy tax

Bill reins in shady realtors, cracks open door to vacancy tax

Richmond has no power to impose vacancy tax under Community Charter
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One in five Richmond homes sold to foreigners, new tax announced

One in five Richmond homes sold to foreigners, new tax announced

Richmond leads the way in home purchases by foreigners
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Expert worries farmland is still subject to foreign speculators

Expert worries farmland is still subject to foreign speculators

Dr. Kent Mullinix says government ought to outright ban foreign ownership of farms
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Richmond's RCMSAR squad hits summer dog days with safety reminders

Richmond's RCMSAR squad hits summer dog days with safety reminders

Boating accident a reminder to be prepared in and around the Fraser River
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Freud's flower theory wilts at Richmond city council

Freud's flower theory wilts at Richmond city council

Public art process is broken, according to many councillors
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Update: Police locate boater after finding capsized vessel in Fraser River

Update: Police locate boater after finding capsized vessel in Fraser River

The owner of a capsized boat in the Fraser River that sparked a police search over the weekend was located Sunday evening safe and sound, according to Mounties.
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City contributes to Habitat to build affordable housing

City contributes to Habitat to build affordable housing

The City of Richmond is contributing just over $130,000 to the non-profit Habitat for Humanity Society of Greater Vancouver to help cover development cost charges associated with a 12-unit, affordable housing project on Ash Street.
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Vacancy/non-resident tax too bureaucratic: Mayor Brodie

Vacancy/non-resident tax too bureaucratic: Mayor Brodie

Aside from building more condos and townhouses, Richmond's mayor reticent about intervening on housing market
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