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Officials ready to protect voters from intimidation By Holly M. Rodriguez

State, local and federal officials said this week they will “act promptly and aggressively” to protect voters in Richmond and across the state from any intimidation or other attempts to block their right to vote in next Tuesday’s election. The U.S. Department of Justice said district election officers

— all assistant U.S. attorneys — will be on duty in Richmond, Alexandria and Newport News from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day. The FBI also will have special agents available in each field office throughout Virginia, including Richmond, to receive any complaints of violations of federal voting rights laws.

“Every citizen must be able to vote without interference or discrimination,” stated U.S. Attorney Dana J. Boente. “They need to have that vote counted without it being stolen because of fraud. “The Department of Justice will act promptly and aggres-

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Richmond mayor’s race hit by 11th-hour surprises By Jeremy M. Lazarus

The Richmond mayor’s race has been turned topsy-turvy as the days count down to Election Day next Tuesday, Nov. 8. As the apparent front-runner, Joe Morrissey, scrambles to contain a new sex scandal with fierce denials, one of his six rivals, City Councilman Jonathan T. Baliles, announced Wednesday he has ended his bid for the city’s top post. Trailing far behind in recent polls, Mr. Baliles issued a message to his supporters on his campaign website that he was dropping out. His purpose: To help prevent the election of Mr. Morrissey, whom Mr. Baliles described as the “controversial and divisive candidate who has received national and international negative attention.” “I can no longer risk splitting votes with other candidates if it means electing someone who so plainly cares only about himself,” Mr. Baliles wrote. Despite his decision, Mr. Baliles is likely to receive votes because his name still will be on the ballot. So will the name of Bruce W. Tyler, who dropped out of the race for mayor weeks ago for the same reason. Mr. Baliles, who was not particularly competitive in majority African-American districts where Mr. Morrissey is considered strongest, argued in his website post that other candidates also need to leave the race. “The only realistic way our city can ensure that we are moving forward on the morning of Nov. 9 is for other candidates to withdraw and consolidate. Not doing so could result in the outcome so many people fear,” he stated. However, his last-minute call for others to coalesce around one person is unlikely to be heeded by the remaining trio of significant challengers to Mr. Morrissey. Each is more likely to regard Mr. Baliles’ departure as opportunity time, and a boost for their individual campaigns. The top three, according to polls, are Jack Berry, the former chief executive of the Downtown booster group Venture Richmond; Levar Stoney, a former Virginia cabinet official and the darling of the Democratic establishment; and City Council President and businesswoman Michelle R. Mosby. A poll this week indicated that Mr. Berry is

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Mayoral candidate Joe Morrissey, right, denies the recent sexual and legal allegations lodged against him by a former client during a news conference last Saturday led by his attorney, Arnold Henderson V, center. Attorney Paul Galanides, left, an associate of Mr. Morrissey, also presented a document rebutting the ex-client’s claims.

leading in four council districts, most notably in the 3rd District, and is building his lead in three majority white districts, the 1st, 2nd and 4th. To win as mayor, a candidate must receive more votes than anyone else in at least five of

the nine City Council districts; otherwise there will be a runoff in December between the two top vote-getters. According to past polls, Mr. Morrissey has been considered well ahead in at least four ma-

jority African-American districts, including the 6th, 7th and 8th, as well as the 9th District that Ms. Mosby represents. He also is considered to Please turn to A4

Black patrons turned away from Fan restaurant By Jeremy M. Lazarus

rant in The Fan for Sunday brunch with her boyfriend, her brother and friends to Is a Richmond restaurant using a “dress celebrate her 23rd birthday. code” to bar African-American patrons? But the group never got inside the To Amanda Whitlow, it seemed that restaurant at 1911 W. Main St., the former way when she went to District 5 restau- Martini Kitchen and Bubble Bar, a favorite with the African-American community that closed in 2014. A new group opened it 16 months ago as District 5. When Ms. Whitlow tried to go in Sept. 18 for her birthday celebration, she and others said a security guard refused to allow at least two men in the group to enter, including her boyfriend, Dexter Johnson. The reason: The “basketball shoes” they were wearing violated the restaurant’s “dress code.” A Free Press reporter did not see any information posted about a dress code on a visit to District 5 last week, and it was noticeable that no African-American patrons were inside. The restaurant also does not post any information about a “dress code” on its website. The restaurant has big front windows, and File photo “you could see people inside wearing those Richard Loving embraces his wife, Mildred, at a Washington press running pants, sweatpants and sneakers conference on June 13, 1967, one day after the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling overturned the ban on interracial marriage in Virginia and 15 other states.

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Casting a spell From left, spider sorceress Kayla Samuels and 1970s flower child Dior Flax, both 7, and skeleton Aniyah Thompson, 8, work magic with their smiles last Saturday as they shopped for candy and spotted zombies during the 12th Annual Zombie Walk in Carytown two days before Halloween. Please see more photos of costumed zombies, Page C2.

Virginia is for ‘Loving’ Officer acquitted in shooting By Lauren Northington

Six years after Mildred Loving’s death in Caroline County outside of Richmond, people from all over the world still post messages on a website with her online obituary. Mrs. Loving and her husband, Richard, helped change Virginia’s and the nation’s marriage equality laws in 1967. Richard, who was white, and Mildred, who was black and Native American, broke the law by marrying in 1958. They were arrested in their small, Central Point

home for violating Virginia’s ban against interracial marriage. Their case, Loving v. Virginia, went all the way to the U. S. Supreme Court, which overturned miscegenation laws in Virginia and 15 other states in its 1967 ruling. The decision allowed the Lovings to return from exile to their modest Virginia homestead. Their marriage and historic legal victory are the subject of the Universal Studios Please turn to A4

By Jeremy M. Lazarus

Henrico Police Officer Joel D. Greenway did nothing wrong when he shot up a car he was trying to stop from leaving a gas station’s parking lot on Nine Mile Road, gravely wounding a female passenger in unleashing seven bullets at the unarmed occupants. That was the finding of a Henrico County jury last week following a three-day trial in a case that tracked the familiar national pattern of white police officers unloading their weapons on AfricanAmericans claiming they feared for their lives. The jury of six men and six women, which

included three African-Americans — two women and one man, deliberated for 10 hours over two days before exonerating Officer Greenway last Friday. He had been charged with three felonies— malicious wounding, shooting into an occupied vehicle and using a firearm in the commission of a felony. While a huge relief to the officer and his family, the outcome was a stunning blow to prosecutors and devastating to Kimberly McNeil and her family. Ms. McNeil was shot four times by Officer Please turn to A4

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Chief Durham decries drop in police force By Jeremy M. Lazarus

Richmond Police Chief Alfred Durham is tired of hearing he should be doing more to stem the bloodshed in Richmond. He hears that refrain every time there’s another killing — and there have been 52 already this year, up nearly 27 percent from a year ago when 41 people were reported slain. “I just don’t have any more resources to throw into this fight,” he told the Free Press last week. Chief Durham has a point. While he is authorized to have 750 sworn officers, he actually has far fewer available. During an interview Oct. 24, Chief Durham said he had 685 officers on the department’s duty roll — 65 fewer than authorized and the fewest since 2004, when the Richmond force, according to Virginia State Police data, deployed 678 officers. However, 22 of the officers are unavailable. Some are on military leave or are recovering from injuries or long-term illness. Others are on administrative leave or serving suspensions. The chief would not say how many are in each category. He knows the officers and detectives are feeling the stress of a force he believes is too small to serve the city’s expanding population and deal with the spike in violent crime. He sees it in the retirements and resignations that come to his desk each month. “On average, I’m losing three veteran officers a month,” Chief Durham said. He can do little to replace them given the tight city budget. He is not alone. Most city departments are short-staffed, but as he put it, no others are involved “in keeping people from getting shot.” He said the police department should get some relief in January when 18 recruits now at the Police Training Academy are expected to graduate and join the force. If they all get through and there is no further attrition, he would have 703 officers. That would match the size of the department’s force in 2013, but still well below the 732 officers the department reported on the rolls in 2015, according to state data. Chief Durham said his problem is hiring more recruits. He said he was provided $1.2 million in the city budget that began July 1 to cover training costs for one recruiting class — the 18 recruits currently in the academy. But “that is not enough given our personnel challenges,” he said.

The chief presented a plan to Mayor Dwight C. Jones in August that called for the city to fund three training classes in the next 12 months to add 70 more officers to the force. The projected cost: $5.6 million. Of that, $3.6 million was to provide for two classes, one of 20 trainees to start in late 2016 and one of 25 trainees to start in the spring 2017, potentially adding 45 new officers. He noted that it takes seven months to get a trainee ready for Chief Durham duty. While the mayor endorsed Chief Durham’s plan in a Sept. 26 letter to Richmond City Council, he has not rushed to get the proposal before the council and has put it off until after the Nov. 8 election, ensuring it would not become an issue for the mayoral or City Council candidates. Chief Durham said he has been told that Mayor Jones plans to introduce the legislation at the next City Council meeting on Monday, Nov. 14. However, the chief has no assurances that the lame-duck council will approve the proposal or that it will be a priority for the City Council members who will take office in January. Every time he has tried to talk about the situation the department is facing, he said the response has been complaints that he is not

Groundbreaking Richmond Mayor Dwight C. Jones, left, leads the groundbreaking Monday for the $40 million Church Hill North Revitalization Project, which will replace the former Armstrong High School with 250 to 300 new apartments and single-family houses. Location: 1611 N. 31st St. near the Henrico County line. Joining the mayor at the ceremony are, from left, Richmond Delegate Delores L. McQuinn, City Council President Michelle R. Mosby, city Chief Administrative Officer Slices of life and scenes Selena Cuffee-Glenn, Richin Richmond mond Redevelopment and Housing Authority Chief Executive Officer T.K. Somanath and Rob Fossi, mid-Atlantic regional director of The Community Builders development firm. The firm will soon raze the building and begin construction. The school building, which has been vacant for 12 years, dates to 1951 when it replaced the original Armstrong building in Jackson Ward that now houses the Richmond Alternative School. The Church Hill North project is part of the city’s effort to fight poverty. The work on the 22-acre Church Hill site is billed as the first step to a bigger project to transform the nearby Creighton Court public housing community into a mixed-income neighborhood.

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Education advocate arrested in Richmond By Lauren Northington

Kandise Lucas, an advocate for children with special needs, was arrested on Tuesday, adding to her rap sheet. Richmond police arrested Ms. Lucas at Blackwell Elementary School in South Side after she accompanied a parent to a meeting concerning development of an individualized education plan, or IEP, for her son. This is the fifth time in the past year that Ms. Lucas has been arrested for trespassing on school grounds, and the first of such arrests in Richmond. Ms. Lucas was arrested at a Henrico County public school in August and has been arrested three times while advocating for students at Chesterfield County public schools. The Henrico charge was dismissed last month when the county school system declined to prosecute after intervention by the Henrico Branch NAACP. Ms. Lucas Ms. Lucas was acquitted in two of the Chesterfield cases and has appealed her conviction in a third case in the county. Under federal law, parents are allowed to choose advocates to accompany them to IEP meetings and serve as part of the student’s IEP team during meetings with school administrators, according to the U.S. Department of Education. On Tuesday, Ms. Lucas and Richmond School Board member Tichi Pinkney Eppes, 9th District, were at an IEP meeting at Blackwell Elementary at the invitation of Brenda James, whose son is a fifth-grader at the school. However, during the late-morning meeting, school officials restricted Ms. Lucas’ comments and then called Richmond Police when she did not leave the building, Ms. James and Ms. Lucas said. While Ms. Pinkney Eppes spoke with school and division administrators outside of the building, Ms. Lucas was placed in handcuffs and seated in the back of a Richmond Police Department Ford Explorer to “calm down,” according to the arresting officer. She was issued a summons on the trespassing charge and asked to leave school property. Richmond Public Schools officials provided no comment by Free Press deadline Wednesday. Tuesday’s meeting at the school also included Wayne Scott, Blackwell’s interim principal, and Thomas E. Kranz, assistant superintendent for support services. Dr. Anthony Leonard, executive director of elementary education for Richmond Public Schools, arrived as Ms. Lucas was being escorted off the property by police. Ms. James told the Free Press that her son has been suspended from school for more than 30 days since the school year began in September. She said on several days, Blackwell administrators asked her to pick up her son early because of disruptive behavior and fighting. She said her son, who is 10, was diagnosed with ADHD and has an IEP and a one-on-one instructional assistant. The instructional assistants, according to federal law, help students navigate new social settings, manage behavior and support small group instruction. Ms. James said her son has had five different substitute instructional assistants since the school year started. According to Ms. Lucas, RPS provides educational support services such as instructional assistants and in-school counseling through a contractor, Mending Fences. She and Ms. James said they don’t believe Ms. James’ son is getting the services he needs. Ms. James said she told the principal in Tuesday’s meeting that he has to make sure her son “gets what he needs to get back in school — that he has the proper resources.” “He just wants to learn,” Ms. James said. She said she contacted Ms. Lucas and Ms. Pinkney Eppes last month after school administrators put off the IEP meeting because they didn’t have their records together. Ms. James’ son watched as police wrote up the handcuffed Ms. Lucas as his mother stood nearby. The sound of his classmates at recess echoed across the school property.

doing enough or skepticism about the need for more officers. City Councilwoman Reva Trammell, 8th District, chair of the Public Safety Committee, has publicly slammed Chief Durham at several council and committee meetings for failing to do more with his current resources to stop the homicides. City Councilman Charles R. Samuels, 2nd District, also has been skeptical of the chief’s plea for more resources to hire new recruits. At a July Public Safety Committee meeting, Mr. Samuels questioned the need for more officers “if crime is falling in the city.” Neither council member responded to a Free Press request for comment. Meanwhile, public safety and the current spike in crime, Chief Durham noted, have barely gotten a mention from those campaigning for office. Instead, the candidates largely have promised to beef up spending on public schools in response to the major concern from likely voters. Chief Durham is a popular figure because of his extensive outreach to the community, and most of the mayoral candidates have said they would want him to stay under a new administration. But the chief remains mum about whether he would seek to continue in the next administration, though there has been no indication he would want to quit. But given his alarm over the decline in the number of police officers on the force, that decision could depend on how much support he gets for the plan to hire additional recruits.

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have prospects at winning one or both of the most contested districts, the 3rd and the 5th. One thing is certain: Mr. Morrissey has raised public attention to the Richmond mayor’s race. Stories have appeared in newspapers from New York to London and Toronto to Berlin about the prospects for election of the over-the-top attorney who made history in 2015, when he commuted from a Henrico County jail cell to serve in the Virginia General Assembly. The latest twist in the saga of Mr. Morrissey has only added to the notoriety of the politician who has bounced back from being disbarred and from serving jail time for contributing to the delinquency of a minor. The scandal now engulfing Mr. Morrissey emerged out of his private legal practice, but has raised fresh concerns among voters about his character. The scandal began Oct. 27 when Henrico County Judge Richard S. Wallerstein Jr. allowed one of Mr. Morrissey’s former clients to withdraw a guilty plea after meeting in the judge’s chambers with her new attorney, Nicholas Braswell, and Henrico Commonwealth’s Attorney Shannon L. Taylor. The judge’s rare move — and Ms. Taylor’s plans to investigate the situation — came to public light Friday evening, when a local media outlet published a story online that included claims of the former client, Kanika S. Morris, that Mr. Morrissey made sexual advances and then forced her to accept a plea deal when she rebuffed him, which would be illegal and a violation of legal ethics. Ms. Morris, who had been charged with a felony for keeping a rental car for four months without paying, has backed her allegations with sexually explicit text messages that Mr. Morrissey has admitted sending her. In addition to Mr. Braswell, Ms. Morris is now represented by several top Richmond criminal lawyers, including Steve Benjamin and Betty Layne DesPortes. In response to the allegations that could cost him his law license again, Mr. Morrissey has called Ms. Morris’ allegation of being propositioned in his office bogus. Mr. Morrissey’s claim has the support of two of his legal associates who worked on Ms. Morris’ case. One is Catherine Mullins, a former Morrissey associate, who has issued a statement contradicting Ms. Morris’ claim that she was alone with Mr. Morrissey on Feb. 1, when he allegedly exposed himself and propositioned her. Ms. Mullins stated she accompanied Ms. Morris on Feb. 1 to her meeting with Mr. Morrissey and that Ms. Morris never was alone with him.

A second associate, Paul Galanides, who arranged the plea deal reducing Ms. Morris’ felony charge to a misdemeanor, has called Ms. Morris’ claim to be “100 percent categorically false.” He also has produced documentation to support his assertion that Ms. Morris was fully briefed about the plea deal and accepted it without reservation. Meanwhile, Mr. Morrissey has retained a lawyer, Arnold Henderson V, who laid out the case that Ms. Morris’ claims are false and called on the local daily newspaper to retract the story and issue an apology.

Whatever the truth, it is likely to come out after the election. Separately, Mr. Morrissey is facing a complaint that he distributed a false campaign mailer that implied in a sample ballot that he had the endorsement of the Richmond Democratic Committee. However, the committee has endorsed Mr. Stoney for mayor. The state Democratic Party, the city Democratic Committee and the Stoney campaign announced Wednesday they are filing a complaint with the state Board of Elections and issuing a cease-and-desist letter to Mr. Morrissey.

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sively to protect the integrity of the election process.” The heightened election protection efforts have been spurred by Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, who repeatedly has called on his supporters to monitor polling precincts in cities of several key swing states. Richmond is one of the cities the Trump campaign has targeted. His rhetoric has raised serious concerns among federal, state and local authorities and civil rights groups about the potential for voter intimidation and possible interference aimed at African-American and other minority voters. In an Oct. 10 speech in Wilkes-Barre, Penn., Mr. Trump asked supporters in the rural community to monitor polls in Philadelphia, where African-Americans comprise 44 percent of the city’s population. “I hear these horror shows, and we have to make sure this election is not stolen from us and taken away from us, and everybody knows what I’m talking about,” he said. Earlier, in a speech in August in Akron, Ohio, he called for monitors to go to the polls to watch. “And when I say ‘watch,’ you know what I’m talking about, right? You know what I’m talking about,” he said. The Republican National Committee is operating under a federal consent decree from 1982 that bans the political organization and its members from undertaking any ballot security activities in polling places or election districts in an effort to deter minority voters from casting ballots. They also are banned from hiring people to act as law enforcement personnel to monitor polls. The consent decree runs through December 2017. The Democratic National Committee filed a lawsuit against the RNC in 1981 for using

Hotlines for voters encountering problems on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 8 ACLU of Virginia: (804) 644-8080 NAACP National Civil Rights Hotline: (866) OUR-VOTE Richmond voter registrar: (804) 646-5950 U.S. Justice Department District Election Officers: In Richmond, 6 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.: Assistant U.S. Attorney James P. Gillis, (703) 299-3700 From 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Assistant U.S. Attorney L. Margaret Harker, (804) 819-5400 Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights Under Law 24-hour hotlines: (866) OUR-VOTE (general); (888) Ve-Y-VOTA (for Spanish-speaking voters) and (888) API-VOTE (for AsianPacific Islanders)

intimidation tactics to win a gubernatorial election in New Jersey. The RNC’s “National Ballot Security Force,” which included armed retired police officers and deputies, was hired to target voting precincts with large minority populations. The armed participants carried large warning signs and wore arm bands to intimidate minority voters and discourage them from participating in the election. Richmond officials told the Free Press they are aware of potential problems and are prepared. “The Richmond Police Department has always had Election Day protocols that we adhere to,” said Richmond Police Chief Alfred Durham. “We are prepared to address any situation that may present itself on Election Day.” Richmond Voter Registrar Kirk Showalter said she has followed standard protocol in

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inside,” said Antjuan Fisher, a member of the Whitlow party. “They just didn’t look like us,” said Mr. Fisher, production manager and executive chef for FeedMore’s Community Kitchen. “When we pointed out white males in the same shoes, along with basketball shorts, T-shirts,” said Dominique Colbert, Ms. Whitlow’s best friend, a staff member informed them that the restaurant could refuse service at its discretion. “I was blown away,” said Ms. Whitlow’s brother, André Whitlow, who works as a chef at a Boston restaurant. Gary Wenzel, a manager at District 5, was the staff member. Reached by phone, he confirmed that at least two members of the group were “denied entry for violating the dress code.” But he declined further comment. He hung up after referring a reporter to the owners, Roland West and Hani Attallah. Mr. West has managed Mr. Attallah’s restaurants, including the Southern Railway Taphouse in Shockoe Slip.

The Free Press left a phone message and sent an email seeking comment, but did not receive a response. Rather than creating a scene, the Whitlow party went to another restaurant. “It was blatant discrimination,” said Ms. Colbert, who works for a Richmond TV station. They are not alone in their views. Several people posted on District 5’s Facebook page of having similar experiences. Along with the favorable reviews, there are postings from people who were affected by the “dress code.” On Sept. 2, Casey McGoff, who identified himself as white, wrote that he went to District 5 with “my best friend, who is black. The bouncers wouldn’t let him in because of his sneakers. I walked in and took pictures of multiple white guys who were wearing the same shoes.” Since the passage of the 1965 Civil Rights Act, it is illegal for restaurants, hotels and other businesses open to the public to ban customers on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender and similar criteria.

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film “Loving,” which opens in theaters this Friday, Nov. 4. The film, starring Australian actor Joel Edgerton as Mr. Loving and Ethiopian-Irish actress Ruth Negga as Mrs. Loving, was filmed last year largely in Richmond and Caroline County. So far, the movie has received Oscarworthy reviews. The Lovings’ story of love without bounds continues to resonate with people everywhere. Under Mrs. Loving’s May 2008 obituary on Legacy.com, notes of admiration and thanks have been left through the years and as recently as last week. Many are from people who said her courage opened the doors for them to marry someone from another race. Some people even posted photos of themselves with their spouse. “Thank you for showing what our country can be at its best,” wrote Fred from Pittsboro, N.C., last week. “Thank you for standing up for your given rights, the two of you were just amazing people: Mr. & Mrs. Loving,” stated Anne M. Gray from Los Angeles. The Lovings married in June 1958 in the District of Columbia to evade Virginia’s Racial Integrity Act of 1924, which prevented marriages between white people and non-whites. The couple returned to Caroline County to establish their home. Mr. Loving, 24, worked as a bricklayer and Mrs. Loving, 18 and pregnant, was a homemaker. They enjoyed their life in Virginia and

Deborah Repp, Mr. Morrissey’s campaign manager, confirmed Wednesday night that the campaign inadvertently sent out the mailer with inaccurate information. She said a printer left off a mandatory line that would have stated the Morrissey campaign paid for the mailer. She said the printer also altered a headline on the sample ballot that was supposed to state that Mr. Morrissey had been endorsed by the Progressive Democratic Party, a different group. “The printer removed the word ‘Progressive,’” she said, without consulting the campaign. “We’ll deal with it,” Ms. Repp said.

being surrounded by family and friends, their daughter, Peggy Loving Fortune, told the Associated Press in 2008 at her mother’s death. But shortly after their marriage, local police busted into the couple’s home one night and arrested them. They were sentenced to one year in jail, which was suspended for 25 years on the condition they leave Virginia and not return together. The couple moved to Washington to avoid jail but experienced severe social isolation and financial difficulties, according to court documents. After a car struck their son, Donald, in their Washington neighborhood, the homesick Mrs. Loving wrote to then-U.S. Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy, who advised her to go to the ACLU. “My husband is white and I am part negro and part Indian,” the 22-year-old Mrs. Loving wrote humbly. “We know we can’t live (in Virginia) but we would like to go back once in a while to visit our family and friends.” Lawyers for the ACLU argued their case all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court. The court ruled that preventing the Lovings from marrying was in violation of the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which was enacted to “eliminate all official state sources of invidious racial discrimination in the states,” according to the majority opinion. “The freedom to marry has long been recognized as one of the vital personal rights essential to the orderly pursuit of happiness by freemen,” wrote Chief Justice Earl Warren in 1967.

Even when the ruling came down, various opinion surveys showed that interracial marriage was still intolerable among large segments of the population. But history has shown that justice does not always align with popular opinion. Replace “racial discrimination” with “sexual orientation” and several of the arguments in recent years in support of same-sex marriage are strikingly similar to arguments used in defense of interracial marriage. The high court even cited the Loving case in its landmark 2015 decision saying the fundamental right to marry is guaranteed to same-sex couples under the Constitution’s 14th Amendment. Mrs. Loving, a devout Christian, stopped giving interviews for decades, but released a short statement to the gay rights group Faith in America on the 40th anniversary of the Loving v. Virginia ruling in 2007. Asked by a Faith in America advocate if she supported the idea of marriage equality among same-sex couples, Mrs. Loving replied, “I understand it, and I believe it.” Regardless of their barrier-breaking love, the Lovings were known as an uncomplicated couple. Mr. Loving, before being killed by a drunk driver in 1975, also rarely spoke to reporters and continued bricklaying up until his death. When asked by his lawyer Bernard Cohen of Northern Virginia to provide a statement to the court before the 1967 arguments began, Mr. Loving matter-offactly replied, “Mr. Cohen, tell the court I love my wife, and it’s just unfair that I can’t live with her in Virginia.”

preparing for the presidential election, with one exception. “I spoke with the chairman of the Richmond Republican Committee,” she said. “He assured me that anyone coming in would be vetted, and know their specific functions within the polling place.” Campaigners must remain at least 40 feet away from any entrance to a polling place, according to Virginia election law. If the local electoral board allows campaigning within a polling place, those activities must take place at least 40 feet away from the room in which voting is occurring. Commissioner Edgardo Cortés of the state Department of Elections said that his department and Ms. Showalter work closely with local law enforcement during every election. “We also coordinate with the State Police, FBI and other federal offices as well,” he said. He said any voter who feels intimidated or threatened or has other concerns about voting should notify the elections officer at their precinct. The ACLU of Virginia and the NAACP also will be fielding calls on Election Day from voters who have questions or concerns about being denied access to vote or who encounter any problems at the polls. “We are always concerned about any move to suppress voting,” said Bill Farrar, director of public policy and communications for the ACLU of Virginia. He said voters are encouraged to contact the ACLU if they have any difficulties. The Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, a coalition of more than 100 organizations, launched an election protection initiative that also can assist voters on Election Day. Hotlines staffed by legal volunteers and experts trained in local voting laws are available. Staff writer Lauren Northington contributed to this report.

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Greenway. She walks with a cane and deals with a brain injury from the bullet that hit her in the head. She was not in the courtroom when the verdict was read. But her cousin and family spokesman John McNeil said when leaving the courthouse, “I just feel like there is no justice. With all the evidence against the guy, I can’t see how they found him not guilty.” Like many such cases, the basic issue was whether Officer Greenway was justified in firing his weapon under the circumstances that unfolded around 10:45 p.m. Dec. 15, 2015, at the Exxon station at 3606 Nine Mile Road, just east of the Richmond city line. According to testimony, Officer Greenway Officer Greenway came up to the parked car in which admitted drug addicts Robert Davis and Ms. McNeil were sitting in a darkened spot at the station. Despite earlier claims, there were no security cameras aimed at the area, and Officer Greenway never turned on his body camera. The testimony indicated that Officer Greenway, who was dressed in uniform, tapped on the passenger window, and when he saw what he believed were drug-related items, he ordered the occupants to put their hands up as he moved around to the front of the car. Mr. Davis, instead, put the car in gear, and the evidence indicated the officer moved out of the way and began firing and kept firing as the car pulled off. He claimed the car hit him, but no evidence was presented of injury. Mr. Davis and Ms. McNeil testified that Officer Greenway never announced he was a police officer and began shooting before the car pulled away. No guns or drugs were found in the car, although residue was found on rolled up lottery tickets that Officer Greenway saw and believed were evidence of drug use. “I respect the jury’s verdict,” said Henrico Commonwealth’s Attorney Shannon L. Taylor, who prosecuted the case, but had hoped for a different result. “My office and the police took the matter incredibly seriously and gave it 110 percent.” She said she sought a grand jury indictment and the trial after evidence convinced her that the actions of Officer Greenway “were not reasonable” and that he deserved to be punished for an unwarranted shooting. While the verdict ended the criminal phase of the case, there are still more reverberations to come. The Henrico Police Department is determining whether to reinstate Officer Greenway to active duty after testimony and other evidence showed that he violated his training and standard operating procedures. He operated without backup, put himself in danger by standing in front of the car and failed to turn on his body camera to document the events — all violations of training and procedure, according to testimony. And his shooting at the fleeing car may have violated county police procedure because the vehicle no longer was a threat to him as it moved away, according to testimony. The issues in the case also will be revisited in December, when Ms. McNeil’s $75 million civil lawsuit against Officer Greenway is scheduled to be heard in federal court in Richmond. But to Mr. McNeil, a win in the civil case would not compare with “seeing (Officer Greenway) off the force and in jail for what he did.”

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An essential for patients with chronic diseases. It’s a Monday afternoon, and VCU Health dietitian, Nick Fischetti, is talking with patients attending “Nutrition 101.” His class is part of the VCU Pauley Heart Center’s weekly clinic designed for recently discharged patients who have congestive heart failure, a chronic condition in which a heart is unable to pump sufficiently. In the nutrition class, the group learns Nick Fischetti, M. S., R. D. about topics such as salt and fluid restrictions, Clinical Dietician II healthy vs. unhealthy VCU Health fats, and how to create a heart healthy diet. Many in the class were admitted to the hospital for an acute myocardial infarction — more commonly known as a heart attack. Patients attend the Monday clinic for four weeks, following their discharge. Other classes on medication, exercise and self-care are also tailored specifically to the needs of a heart failure patient.

“There aren’t many foods I will say you can’t have, but condensed soup is one of them,” Fischetti tells the group. Since their diet requires stringent salt restriction, he explains how to create lower-sodium soups by using frozen vegetables, a protein such as beans or chicken, and broth with an extra cup of water. “It requires a little work on your part,” he said. Fischetti specializes in nutrition for cardiology patients. However, “we rarely see patients with just one chronic disease.” Frequently, his patients also suffer from Type II diabetes. According to the American Heart Association, adults with Type II diabetes are two to three times more likely to have heart disease or stroke than those without diabetes. High blood pressure, poor cholesterol levels, high triglycerides, obesity and physical inactivity — common factors in Type II diabetes — can contribute to the development of cardiovascular disease. African-Americans are especially vulnerable to diabetes. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Ofﬁce of Minority Health reports that blacks are almost twice as likely to be diagnosed with diabetes as non-Hispanic whites, and are also more vulnerable to complications from diabetes, such as endstage renal disease and lower extremity amputations. Fortunately, both Type II diabetes and cardiovascular disease can be improved through careful management of diet and exercise, along with any needed medications. While many patients ﬁrst meet Fischetti following an acute incident that requires hospitalization, he is also available for outpatient, oneon-one nutritional counseling for patients with referrals from

their family physicians. Often, patients will receive a diagnosis from their doctors of “prediabetes,” a precursor to Type II diabetes. “Hopefully, that’s enough of a wakeup call for people,” he says. “It’s a nice reprieve. If they can make enough diet, exercise and lifestyle changes, then they can hopefully avoid being put on any type of medication regimen for diabetes and cut down on the negative side effects of that disease.” Fischetti enjoys seeing the often dramatic progress his patients can make in improving their health by controlling their diet and making other lifestyle changes — often with great tenacity. “I have one patient with really severe heart failure, and he certainly has to watch his salt intake,” he says. “So, a lot of what that kicks out are things with cheese on them or a lot of added salts. But he loves pizza.” To overcome the challenge, the patient and his wife learned to make pizza from scratch. “They came back to the clinic one day and said, `Hey, we made a mozzarella cheese pizza, but it only has about 200 milligrams of sodium a slice’” — which is about half the sodium content of most commercially prepared versions. The patient now enjoys the delicacy once a week without straying from his diet.” “It’s one of those things, that if you really want it, you can have it, you just may have to put in some time and effort,” says Fischetti. “But he does it every week, and he’s doing ﬁne.”

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In a few weeks, Thanksgiving will kick off the holiday season, as families and friends gather around dinner tables and fill their plates with delicacies such as oven-roasted turkey, stuffing and pumpkin pie. With Hanukah, Christmas and work parties around the corner, it can prove a difficult time for those who struggle with their weight. As families come together, “everybody busts out their special recipes and things that they don’t normally make week in and week out,” said Nick Fischetti, M.S., R.D., Clinical Dietitian II with VCU Health. Often, the special dishes

are high in fats and calories, and guests tend to eat more servings than usual. “Despite the challenges, it’s possible to maintain healthy eating habits during the holidays,” he said. Here are some suggestions: Use moderation. It’s OK to eat a wide variety of foods, but enjoy them in smaller portions. One easy way to do this is to select a smaller plate so that it ﬁlls up faster. That way, you can have those little indulgences, but you can keep a cap on it. Eat slowly. It takes about 20 minutes before your stomach gets the signal that it’s full. He suggests rotating eating with drinking water and engaging in dinner conversation. After about 20 minutes, it’s going to be a lot harder to go back for seconds because you’re really going to start to feel full. Follow a “give and take” approach. A lot of times, we see weight gain because people add foods to their diets during the holidays but don’t necessarily take anything away. So, they’re usually just piling it on. If you don’t normally eat dessert, for instance, then consider cutting back on something else — or

add some exercise to your day — if you really want that slice of pie. While cutting back is OK, don’t skip meals. Sometimes people try to save their calories for larger feasts at the end of the day. That’s a no-no. Forgoing meals increases hunger, and it sets you up to overeat in the future. You want to try to have something every four to ﬁve hours so that you are not ravenous when you get to the [main] meal. “Those on diets should take special precautions. Sometimes, loved ones will put pressure on individuals to over-indulge. Hold your ground.” Fischetti said. “Nobody wants to `diet’ during the holidays, but it’s not a reason to throw everything out the window that you’ve accomplished. It takes about 30 days to ingrain a new good habit, but it can only take a few days to break that. So, I think it’s important for people not to lose sight of their longterm goals.” he said.

Lighten Up for the Holidays As special family gatherings approach, it’s easy to ﬁnd healthy dishes that will still please the crowd. The American Heart Association and the American Diabetes Association offer lots of ideas for main dishes, appetizers, side dishes and desserts that can be enjoyed during the holidays, or all year round.

A Heart Healthy Guide to Grocery Stores “It’s easy to ﬁnd nutritious foods once you know how grocery stores are set up,” says VCU Health dietitian, Nick Fischetti. “Every store is relatively similar.” The healthiest foods — fruits and vegetables, meat and seafood, milk and dairy/refrigerated items — are located on the perimeter. The inside aisles hold canned and boxed foods and snacks. These processed foods are often high in sodium, sugars, fats and calories. He suggests that customers “do an outside lap once,” before moving to the interior. He often hears complaints that healthy foods are too expensive. He understands this concern, because “with the organic foods or the naturally selected foods, there’s a huge price hike for them,” he says. “But what we would advocate for is we want people to have lots of fruits and vegetables, with the skins on them, lots of whole grains, lean proteins and lean dairy products. And you can ﬁnd those things in the grocery store for really cheap prices if you’re savvy.” For instance, Fischetti suggests that there are lots of frozen fruits and vegetables that you can get a lot of bang for your buck from. They have just as much nutritional value as fresh produce. That’s less true for canned fruits and vegetables, which can have more added sugar and salt,

and generally don’t have skins. Also, avoid frozen foods with added sauce, butter or cheese. Additionally, many healthy items — such as beans, brown rice, whole grain pasta — can be purchased in bulk. Whole wheat is comparable in price to its white, unrefined counterparts, but much better for you. When shopping, it’s important to understand how to read food labels. “The number one thing is to start at the top, on the serving size. You’ve got to know how much they’re talking about, whether it’s the whole box, one cup, or one teaspoon,” he says. “If you eat two servings, you need to double the calorie count.” He also recommends choosing foods with less than three grams of saturated fat, per serving. If possible, avoid trans fats, which are found in partially hydrogenated oils. Also, select foods that have less than 140 mg of sodium per serving or less than 500 mg for a meal. Finally, choose foods with at least five grams of dietary fiber to help meet the daily goal of 25-30 grams per day. “Ultimately, plan your meals and make a list before going to the grocery store,” Fischetti says. “And shop on a full stomach.”

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Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 8. At stake: U.S. presidency and vice presidency, U.S. House of Representatives, Richmond mayor, Richmond City Council and School Board. The Richmond Free Press has asked candidates about the top issues facing the city and their respective districts, and for their plans to address those issues. Their answers are published in this week’s Special Election Section.

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City Council District 1 Harry H. Warner Jr. District 2 Kimberly B. Gray District 3 Chris A. Hilbert* District 4 Larry A. Olanrewaju District 5 Parker C. Agelasto* District 6 Ellen F. Robertson* District 7 Cynthia I. Newbille* District 8 Reva M. Trammell* District 9 No endorsement

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John F. “Jack” Berry for mayor Like many of you, we have agonized about our choice for mayor. For a time, we were uncertain about endorsing any of the candidates running. In public forums, debates and on a Free Press questionnaire, all of the candidates have promised the same things — to upgrade the operation of our city government, to improve the delivery of basic services and to find some way to renovate or replace our crumbling public schools. We have come to the conclusion that the candidate who can best take charge is the candidate who brings significant experience and a track record of achievement. The person who best fits that description is John F. “Jack” Berry. We are impressed by his experience, which includes 14 years in Richmond City Hall as a budget analyst, budget director and deputy city manager for finance, as well as six years as county manager of Hanover County.

Among other things, Mr. Berry was involved in the creation of one of our city’s important assets, the Richmond Ambulance Authority, which has provided Richmond residents with topnotch emergency service for 25 years. Most of us know him best from his 18 years of helping to market Richmond and Downtown through the public-private Richmond Renaissance and its successor organization, Venture Richmond. He has impacted our lives through various events, including the annual 2nd Street Festival and the Richmond Folk Festival. His organization brought attention to the wide range of development in the city and has managed the riverfront and canal boat operations. As importantly, he has been sensitive to issues of economic justice and inclusion, ensuring that African-American contrac-

tors and businesses shared in the projects Venture Richmond undertook. Still, we have our misgivings. During his time at City Hall during the administration of then-City Manager Robert C. Bobb, there is no evidence that he used his posts in finance to advocate for setting aside tax dollars to maintain city and school buildings and other infrastructure, many of which today are in poor condition or need replacement. We are concerned about his support for shiny projects that are the darling of the business community but fail to pay off for the people of the city. One prime example has been his outspoken advocacy in 2005, 2014 and most recently for using scarce city resources to build a new baseball stadium in Shockoe Bottom for the Richmond Flying Squirrels, a wonderful group, but a project that may not be supportable with

City Council choices The record of the past four years shows Richmond City Council has beefed up spending on schools, created an affordable housing trust fund to ease the housing burden so many families face and focused more funding and attention on the issue of poverty that afflicts one of four residents in our city, including 40 percent of our children. These are among the reasons that we are endorsing the five City Council members who are seeking re-election for another four-year term. They are: Chris A. Hilbert, 3rd District; Parker C. Agelasto, 5th District; Ellen F. Robertson, 6th District; Cynthia I. Newbille, 7th District; and Reva M. Trammell, 8th District. We believe that the five incumbents have

done a reasonable job and that their experience will be beneficial in dealing with the challenges ahead, including the No. 1 challenge: Finding money to renovate or replace the aging public schools the majority of our city’s children still attend. Voters in four districts — 1st, 2nd, 4th and 9th — will be electing new representatives to City Council. After reviewing the candidates’ records, we are recommending candidates in three of those districts: Harry H. Warner Jr., 1st District; Kimberly B. Gray, 2nd District; and Larry A. Olanrewaju, 4th District. We believe all three have the knowledge, ability and energy to be effective. We make no endorsement in the 9th District.

School Board choices Four years ago, we, like many, had high hopes that the new representatives to the Richmond School Board would usher in progress. The record shows that despite their hard work, their only apparent success was the appointment of a new superintendent, Dr. Dana T. Bedden. Meanwhile, the percentage of students passing the state Standards of Learning tests has declined. As a result, too many of our city schools have been denied state accreditation, and too many of our students do not graduate from high school in four years. Sadly, our school system continues to rank among the state’s leaders in the percentage of students who have 10 or more days of unexcused absences, who are suspended or expelled or who

ultimately drop out. Nonetheless, we are endorsing the four incumbents: J.E. Dawson Boyer,1st District; Jeff M. Bourne, 3rd District; Mamie L. Taylor, 5th District; and Shonda M. HarrisMuhammed, 6th District. We recommend keeping some experienced hands to assist the five newcomers to the board who will be learning their way. In the five districts in which voters will elect new representatives, we endorse candidates we believe can help shape the policies to help lift our school system: J. Scott Barlow, 2nd District; Irvine Lee Reaves Jr., 4th District; Nadine D. Marsh-Carter, 7th District; Dawn C. Page, 8th District; and Linda Baker Owen, 9th District.

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public funds given the city’s other critical needs. On balance, and after reviewing the credentials of the other candidates, we find Mr. Berry to be the most qualified. If he is elected mayor, we expect him to listen more to the people of the city, and not simply to champion the causes of the business community. We expect him to act strategically based on urgent and future needs of the people. We will be watching, and we won’t be silent. We trust that he will represent all of the people and will move the city forward.

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Mayoral election: Time to navigate Richmond toward a better future It was the early to mid-1990s. The setting: The Commonwealth Club on West Franklin Street in Downtown. A gathering of Richmond’s most prominent civic and business leaders — African-American, white people, public and private representatives — was underway. The order of business? To envision Richmond’s future. Among the primary plans on the agenda: Richmond’s riverfront, a lofty vision of businesses, restaurants, specialty shops and a thriving night life along one of the city’s most prized assets, the James River. But more than 20 years later, we find it was all just a dream. That vision offered in an annual meeting by Richmond Renaissance, which has since been renamed Venture Richmond, represents just one of the major missed opportunities for a revitalization of Downtown that could have catapulted Richmond to one of America’s leading convention, tourist or destiny vacation cities. Baltimore, Charlotte, Seattle and Boston — all cities with thriving waterfront developments — attest to the power of economic development when it is done in proper order. As a former member of the Richmond Planning Commission, I vividly recall the missed opportunities — and the mistakes — of past years. In the case of the envisioned riverfront development, the ball was dropped when officials sought to develop the city from Broad Street down instead of from the riverfront up. Therefore, the hustle and bustle of thousands of tourists visiting Downtown on a weekly basis never really appeared. Then, the 6th Street Marketplace and its symbolic bridge were lost, the clanging of the GRTC trolleys was short-lived and the city still awaits the leadership that could navigate it back toward a vibrant future. Richmond’s election of a new mayor has largely focused on educational issues — the crucial elements of Richmond’s school funding, administration and the future of our youths. However,

we must not neglect those issues of equal importance, such as economic development, regionalism and Richmond’s reputation as a gateway city. With this weighty conversation comes a new opportunity not only to learn from past mistakes, but revisit them and even capitalize on them. Richmond has far too many assets to not rise to its potential as a thriving, bustling city. In that regard, here are a few suggestions on ways to correct the mistakes that have stymied our growth in the past: • We have digressed from the planning of some of our best visions, perhaps due to hopelessness born from past failures. Therefore, let’s press to revisit the

Terone B. Green riverfront project that Richmond Renaissance had on the table. Let’s add exciting businesses, restaurants, water walks, family activities and boat flips to the community of homes that already have begun along the shores of the James River. • We have failed to develop the city strategically, one project connecting to the other. For example, as the riverfront builds up, we must begin to attract anchor retail stores back to Downtown. Smaller stores will follow for the revival of Downtown shopping. • We have neglected to properly promote some of Richmond’s major events that would attract national audiences. What about Richmond’s festivals? Why not rebrand Richmond as a city of festivals — promoting our Arts in the Park, the Richmond Jazz Festival, the 2nd Street Festival, Grand Illumination and even the Christmas Parade as national attractions for businesses and families. • And then there’s Richmond’s history, which has for years sparked personal and political rancor — especially Richmond’s

Confederate history. This strife has held us back. The fact is as the former capital of the Confederacy, Richmond has a history that’s a microcosm of American history and, in that regard, Virginia is the pivotal state in our nation. Therefore, the key will be to tell the honest story in its proper context as a continuum. In doing so, we must highlight and promote such features as the slave artifacts of Shockoe Bottom; the Headman Statue on Brown’s Island, a tribute to the enslaved bateau men who mastered the turbulent waters of the James River. We must commemorate the victorious march of the United States Colored Troops into Richmond on April 3, 1865. Finally, we must promote the Arthur Ashe statue on Monument Avenue, the John Mitchell marker and the pending Maggie L. Walker statue in historic Jackson Ward, as well as other historic sites and representations of the monumental victories of African-Americans in every category of American life. • Finally, there’s the bureaucracy that slows down progress. These listed developments would not be possible if not undergirded by amenities and policy changes that would make economic development activities easier to navigate. For example, the lack of convenient parking Downtown around City Hall must also be dealt with as a courtesy and respect to citizens. Along those lines, tax breaks and incentives could be granted for businesses and developers who renovate and move into the boarded up buildings along Broad Street. The race for vice president by U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine, Richmond’s former mayor, has attracted the eyes of the nation to Richmond. Early in the campaign, his presidential running mate, Hillary Clinton, credited Sen. Kaine, saying he “helped turn that struggling city around.” The fact is every mayor has had his or her turn at making Richmond better, including the successes of former Mayor L. Douglas Wilder and current Mayor Dwight C. Jones. Now is an opportunity to soar beyond our highest expectations by revisiting and learning from our failures of the past.

Republicans ‘cloak To ‘Tiger Tom’: Thanks their racism’ in the law for the memories!

The Republicans are practicing a scorchedearth policy toward the black people of America. Their evil policy extends also to white people not white enough to go along with them. The thought of black people thriving and succeeding in this country is abhorrent to the likes of U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, former New York Mayor Rudolph Giuliani — all Republicans — and U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts. Their organizations like A.L.E.C. and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce speak volumes about their intent. Racism is at their very core. They are sophisticated in their approach. They are in powerful positions to execute it. Chief Justice Roberts gutted the federal Voting Rights Act. They know how to cloak their racism in lawful terms.

Sen. Cruz and A.L.E.C. are pushing for “Stand Your Ground” laws in every state to give white people the right to shoot black people. GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump is a proud poster boy for their in-your-face racism. Their feigned indignation over his groping is an over-the-top drama queen routine. When Donald Trump was making racist remarks and using discriminatory housing practices against black people, that was fine with the Republicans. Donald Trump being horrible to President Obama delighted the Republicans. The Republicans’ phony indignation is just as phony as them having any semblance of humanity. NAOMI GAYLE SAUNDERS Richmond

‘Don’t be fooled: Support Joe Morrissey’ Most people will agree that Richmond has been run by financial elites as long as Richmond has been Richmond. Some may remember the performing arts mess when Mayor L. Douglas Wilder had to publicly tell them that “I run this town and I don’t work for Jim Ukrop,” who now is chairman of candidate Jack Berry’s mayoral campaign. They backed off, but came right back as soon as Mayor

Dwight C. Jones came into office, dragging the city into a financial ditch at the expense of so many basic needs. Joe Morrissey is the only candidate for mayor who will ensure equity to ordinary citizens and not just the privileged few. He has consistently spoken up for us when our own leaders refuse to open their mouths. People will continue to attack him with horrific lies just as they have attacked me and

‘Joe Morrissey is no Marion Barry’ The political advertisement in the Richmond Free Press of black women standing alongside mayoral candidate Joe Morrissey is mind-boggling. Mr. Morrissey’s personal behavior would be well in line within the social norms of the 1800s, when a white male could do whatever he desired with black girls and women without suffering any repercussions. What senior black man can enter into a relationship with a teenage girl of any race against the angry protest of her father, lie about the relationship, eventually impregnate her and show his face in public, let alone run for public office? The citizens of Washington, D.C., once supported Marion Barry for mayor even though he was exposed for womanizing and drug use. The prevailing rationale was he was set up. More importantly, he had a history of service to the district, producing government and private sector jobs for the people, as well as an increase in community services.

Joe Morrissey is no Marion Barry. He has behaved foolishly and now wants to be held in high esteem. If he wants to serve the community and his young offspring, let him find some other way to do so. It’s also disheartening that the Richmond Crusade for Voters endorsed him. I wonder if founder Dr. William Thornton would approve? If Mr. Morrissey garners the support of his father-in-law, maybe I would consider him worthy. GERALD AMANDLA Henrico County

all others who love justice. Don’t be fooled: Support Joe Morrissey. MARTY JEWELL Richmond The writer is a former member of Richmond City Council.

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Re “ ‘Tiger Tom’ hits 100: Local radio, news icon was voice of community for more than 50 years,” Oct. 27-29 edition: Congratulations to “Tiger Tom” for reaching 100 and being married to his wife of 56 years. I remember listening to him regularly when he was at WANT radio station. Yes, there was only one Tiger Tom. He continued to do what he loved for more than 50 years. I noticed in the article that he reads the Free Press and daily newspapers every day. That is great that an icon his age wants to

stay current on events. Great job, Free Press, for delivering such an in-depth article on Tom Mitchell and his life. I knew some things about this life, but certainly not all of this. You gave us a wealth of information. Tiger Tom, we salute you and wish you and your wife many more years of happiness and bliss. Thanks for the memories! Job well done. ERNEST PARKER JR. Richmond

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF A JOINT PETITION TO ESTABLISH A RULEMAKING FOR THE LIMITED PURPOSE OF MODIFYING THE SERIOUS MEDICAL CONDITION CERTIFICATION FORM PURSUANT TO RULE 20 VAC 5-330-30 OF THE RULES OF THE STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION OF VIRGINIA CASE NO. PUE-2016-00110 On September 23, 2016, Virginia Electric and Power Company d/b/a Dominion Virginia Power, Appalachian Power Company, Kentucky Utilities Company d/b/a Old Dominion Power Company, A&N Electric Cooperative, BARC Electric Cooperative, Central Virginia Electric Cooperative, Community Electric Cooperative, Craig-Botetourt Electric Cooperative, Mecklenburg Electric Cooperative, Northern Neck Electric Cooperative, Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative, Prince George Electric Cooperative, Rappahannock Electric Cooperative, Shenandoah Valley Electric Cooperative, Southside Electric Cooperative, and Virginia, Maryland & Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives (collectively, “Petitioners”), filed a Joint Petition for Rulemaking (“Joint Petition”) with the State Corporation Commission (“Commission”). The Petitioners request that the Commission initiate a rulemaking for the limited purpose of modifying the Serious Medical Condition Certification Form (“Form SMCC”), which was included in the adoption of 20 VAC 5-330-30 B of the Commission’s regulations titled “Limitations on Disconnection of Electric and Water Service” (“Rules”), 20 VAC 5-330-10 et seq. in 2011. Form SMCC enables the Petitioners to be aware of residential customers who have a serious medical condition(s) or who reside with a family member with a serious medical condition(s), as defined by Rule 20 VAC 5-330-20, particularly with regard to emergencies and the termination or disconnection of electric service for such customers. Form SMCC requires certification by a licensed physician that the medical condition meets the definition of a “serious medical condition” in Rule 20 VAC 5-330-20. The Petitioners utilize the Form SMCC provided on the Commission’s website but request in the Joint Petition that the Commission approve certain non-substantive modifications to Form SMCC to “make the form more user-friendly for utility customers and their physician(s) and provide more useful information to a utility carrying out its service to the public including customers with serious medical conditions.” Specifically, the Petitioners propose the following modifications: (1) add a separate description box specific to the “Required Treatment for Condition” section of Form SMCC; (2) add a checklist to the description box for equipment prescribed for the serious medical condition, and change that description box to state “Equipment prescribed and/or equipment required for treatment of condition (If any): (Check all that apply)”; and (3) delete the “Additional Comments” box on the bottom of Form SMCC. The Petitioners assert that the proposed modifications to Form SMCC (“Proposed Form SMCC”) are “consistent with and continue[] to meet the requirements of the [Rules].” The Commission entered an Order for Notice and Comment that, among other things, docketed the Joint Petition, directed the Petitioners to provide notice to the public and provided interested persons an opportunity to comment and/or request a hearing on the Joint Petition and Proposed Form SMCC. A copy of the Company’s Joint Petition and Proposed Form SMCC may be obtained at no charge by requesting a copy of the same from the coordinating counsel for the Petitioners: Anne Hampton Andrews, Esquire, McGuireWoods LLP, Gateway Plaza, 800 East Canal Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219. Customers of the Petitioners may also request a copy from their individual electric utility. The Joint Petition and related documents shall also be available for review in the Commission’s Document Control Center, Tyler Building, First Floor, 1300 East Main Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219, between the hours of 8:15 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Interested persons may also download unofficial copies from the Commission’s website: http://www.scc.virginia.gov/case. On or before November 30, 2016, interested persons may file comments concerning whether the Commission should modify Form SMCC as requested in the Joint Petition. Such comments shall be filed with Joel H. Peck, Clerk, State Corporation Commission, P.O. Box 2118, Richmond, Virginia 23218, or may be submitted electronically by following the instructions on the Commission’s website: http://www.scc.virginia.gov/case. Compact disks or any other form of electronic storage medium may not be filed with the comments. All such comments shall refer to Case No. PUE-2016-00110. On or before November 30, 2016, interested persons may request that the Commission convene a hearing on the Joint Petition’s proposed modifications to Form SMCC. Such request for hearing shall be filed with the Clerk of the Commission. If not filed electronically, an original and fifteen (15) copies of the request for hearing shall be submitted to the Clerk of the Commission at the address set forth above. Requests for hearing must refer to Case No. PUE-2016-00110 and include: (i) a precise statement of the filing party’s interest in the proceeding; (ii) a statement of the specific action sought to the extent then known; (iii) a statement of the legal basis for such action; and (iv) a precise statement why a hearing should be conducted in this matter. A copy of any written comments and requests for hearing shall simultaneously be sent to the coordinating counsel for the Petitioners at the address set forth above. 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VUU Panthers to take on VSU Trojans Saturday at Hovey Field The much anticipated Virginia Union University-Virginia State University “showdown” has lost some of its luster, especially for the host Panthers. VUU’s maroon and steel balloon popped following an agonizing 24-21 loss at Elizabeth City State University last Saturday in a game in which the Panthers had an initial commanding 14-0 lead. The Panthers’ loss eliminated Coach Mark James’ squad from CIAA Northern Division championship contention. Even with a victory this Saturday, Nov. 5, over VSU, VUU is likely to see an end to its once promising season, with the NCAA Division II playoffs remaining a distant long-shot. VSU, an emphatic 49-21 winner over Chowan University last Saturday, still clings to hope for the CIAA division title. If the Trojans defeat VUU and Bowie State University loses at home to Elizabeth City State University, VSU would be the Northern Division winner and would advance to the CIAA championship title game Saturday, Nov. 12, in Salem. You can ﬁgure VSU’s contingent will have one eye on the live action at Hovey Field on Saturday, and perhaps another eye on updates from the matchup in Maryland. Both games have 1 p.m. kickoffs. The CIAA Southern Division crown will be determined Saturday, Nov. 5, by defending CIAA champ Winston-Salem State University at Fayetteville State University. VSU at VUU might be dubbed the “Go Figure Bowl.” VUU lost to Chowan and Elizabeth City State. VSU defeated Chowan and Elizabeth City State. VSU lost to Bowie State and Winston-Salem State. VUU defeated Bowie State and Winston-Salem State. And here’s the strangest development of all: Depending on how things shake out in Week 10, VUU possibly will have defeated the Northern and Southern division champs during the season — Bowie State and Winston-Salem State — but have little to show for the effort. Hovey Field fans this Saturday will see two senior quarterbacks in what could be their ﬁnal games, plus two powerful Northern Division Division CIAA Overall

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Saturday, Nov. 5 Virginia State University at Virginia Union University 1 p.m., Hovey Field Panthers’ Senior Day Elizabeth City State University at Bowie State University, 1 p.m. Lincoln University of Pennsylvania at Chowan University, 1 p.m.

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Virginia State University quarterback Tarian Ayres escapes the Chowan University defense to run 19 yards and dive for a touchdown in the third quarter of last Saturday’s game at Rogers Stadium in Ettrick. VSU won 49-21.

running attacks. VUU’s Shawheem Dowdy and VSU’s Tarian Ayres have been leading their respective squads much of the past three years. On the ground, VUU features senior William Stanback, the CIAA leader in yards rushing per game (129.7) and touchdowns (15). The bullish and surprisingly quick 230-pound Stanback had 143 yards on 16 carries against Elizabeth City State. VSU has arguably the best one-two tandem in all of HBCU football in senior Kavon Bellamy and junior Trenton Cannon. Cannon racked up 162 yards and three touchdowns against Chowan, and averages 105.1 yards per game for the season. Bellamy had 109 yards and a touchdown against Chowan, and averages 97.1 yards per game. On the season, Cannon has 13 touchdowns and Bellamy, 12. “Air Ayres” was 14 for 25 for 176 yards passing, with two touchdowns to Josh Harris.

At Elizabeth City State, Dowdy was just 7 for 17 for 102 yards. From a team standpoint, VSU has had the better defense and offense. The Trojans permits just 18.3 points per game, while the Panthers allow 25.1. VSU allows a league lowest 276 yards per game, while VUU has permitted 372.8 per game. On attack, VSU averages 37.6 points and 399 yards, while the Panthers average 29.6 points and 392 yards. With a victory over VUU, VSU might also earn playoff consideration, but there are no guarantees. VSU would be in grand position to achieve all goals had it not blown a 17-point second half lead at Bowie State University and lost the game by one point. VUU proved it could beat the best teams in the conference, but a pair of unexpected road losses against Chowan and Elizabeth City State will long haunt the Panthers.

VUU’s Nieves wins at CIAA cross-country championship Luis Nieves and Virginia Union University continue to dominate the CIAA men’s cross-country championship. In winning his second straight individual title, Nieves also led the Panthers to a third consecutive team crown Oct. 27 at Richmond’s Bryan Park. Nieves, a junior from Boynton Beach, Fla., was named Runner of the Year a second time, while VUU Coach Wilbert Johnson earned his third straight Coach of the Year award. Nieves was clocked at 27:47.9 for the 8K (5 mile) distance. Teammate Arthur Casey was second with a time of 28:22.6. Virginia State University was second in team scoring with Juma Mouchette and Tyron Evans ﬁnishing fourth and seventh, respectively.

Winston-Salem State University won the women’s 5K (3.1 miles) race with Kenyan native Domtila Kiplagat ﬁnishing ﬁrst in 18:35.3. VUU’s top female runners were Eboni Watford and Imani Jackson, who placed 11th and 12th, respectively. The CIAA championship event originally was scheduled for Cary, N.C., but was moved to Richmond because of North Carolina’s controversial and discriminatory bathroom bill, House Bill 2. All CIAA championship events, with the exception of men’s and women’s basketball, have been moved from North Carolina.

Rams host exhibition Huguenot-Wythe game Nov. 4 at Siegel Center matchup Saturday This will be a major “hello and goodbye” 6-foot-4 Samir Doughty from Philadelphia. basketball season for Virginia Commonwealth Doughty enrolled at VCU last year but was University. an academic redshirt. Rams fans are welcoming four promising Jenkins, who spent last year as the centerpiece freshmen while bidding farewell this season to of Hargrave Military Academy’s 41-1 juggernaut, six seniors. was ranked as the nation’s 59th best prospect All will be in action Friday, Nov. 4, when by ESPN. VCU plays host to Queens University of CharHe has been issued jersey No. 0, but ﬁgures to be anything but a big zero in terms of prolotte, N.C., in an exhibition game at 7 p.m. at ductivity. the Siegel Center, 1200 W. Broad St. VCU’s other returning players are juniors First the seniors: Mo Alie-Cox, JeQuan Lewis, Jordan Burgess, Doug Brooks, Ahmed HamdyJustin Tillman and Jonathan Williams, and Issac Mohamed and walk-on Torey Burston have Vann, a 6-foot-6 transfer from Maine who will De’Riante Jenkins sit out this season. contributed to the Rams’ success, including six Queens University a member of the NCAA Division II straight NCAA basketball tournament invitations. The Rams are a combined 77-30 for the past three seasons, Carolinas Conference, is coming off a 25-7 season. The Royals employ a fast-paced style that resulted in 87 points including 42-6 at the Siegel Center. Newcomers for the black and gold are 6-foot-5 South per game a year ago. The Rams’ season opener will be Friday, Nov. 11, against Carolinian De’Riante Jenkins, 6-foot-4 Malik Crowﬁeld from Louisiana, 6-foot-5 Marquell Fraser from Ontario, Canada, and the University of North Carolina-Asheville.

The annual are coming off “South Side one-sided losses Showdown” — on Oct. 28. Huguenot High Huguenot School versus fell to 2-7 overGeorge Wythe all following a High School — 70-8 loss to will be 12:30 L.C. Bird High p.m. SaturCoach Foxx Coach Jennings School of Chesday, Nov. 5, at terfield County. George Wythe, 4314 Crutchfield St. Wythe is 1-8 after a 57-18 setback to Some football schedules incor- Chesterfield’s Cosby High School. rectly list the kickoff for 6 p.m. Huguenot’s victories this season It is a rare high school matchup in are over Armstrong and Clover Hill which both head coaches have NFL high schools. Wythe has fallen on experience — Huguenot’s Bryan hard times following its opening win Jennings with the San Diego Char- against Armstrong High. gers (1997) and Wythe’s Dion Foxx Despite its disappointing seawith the Miami Dolphins (1994 and son, Wythe remains in contention 1995) and Washington (1995). for a Division 3A East Region Both the Falcons and the Bulldogs playoff bid.

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Voting is power Next week, voters will decide the future leadership of our nation and our city. Tuesday, Nov. 8, is Election Day, when the campaigns for ofﬁce will end and the people will decide the winners. Polls will open at 6 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. People in line at 7 p.m. still will be able to vote. Topping the ballot in Richmond and across the country will be the choices to succeed President Obama and Vice President Joe Biden. Five teams of candidates will be on the ballot in this high-stakes election. The major party choices are Democrats Hillary Clinton and her vice presidential ticketmate, U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia, and Republicans Donald J. Trump and his vice presidential running mate, Indiana Gov. Mike Pence. Three other candidate teams also will be on the presidential ballot: Libertarian Party candidate Gary Johnson and his vice presidential choice, Bill Weld; Green Party candidate Jill Stein and her vice presidential choice, Ajamu Baraka; and another Republican team running as independents, presidential candidate Evan McMullin and his vice presidential ticketmate, Nathan Johnson. Richmond voters also will select a new mayor to succeed Mayor Dwight C. Jones, who will leave ofﬁce Dec. 31 after

serving two, four-year terms. The ballot will list eight people vying for the post, although two, Bruce W. Tyler and John Baliles have quit the race. Information on the six active candidates and their views on issues can be found in this Richmond Free Press Election Section. City voters also will elect members of the Richmond City Council and the Richmond School Board for four-year terms. The ballot for each voter will include the names of candidates in the district in which the voter lives. This Election Section includes information on the City Council and School Board candidates by district. Separately, city voters will help choose a member for the U.S. House of Representatives in Washington. As the result of a court decision, Richmond is now part of the 4th Congressional District, and voters will have a choice of two candidates who are seeking to ﬁll the vacant House seat. The two candidates are Democrat A. Donald McEachin, an attorney and state senator for Richmond, Henrico County and Charles City County, and Michael L. “Mike” Wade, the Henrico County sheriff. One familiar name that will not be on the ballot is that of U.S. Rep. Robert C. “Bobby” Scott, who has represented a large part of Richmond for nearly 24 years while it was part of

the 3rd Congressional District. He is seeking re-election, but, if re-elected, no longer will represent the city when Congress reconvenes in January. Richmond voters also will help decide whether two amendments are added to the Virginia Constitution. One would embed in Article I of the state Constitution a Republican-backed, anti-union measure. State law currently makes it illegal for employers to require new employees to join a union to work. The controversial amendment, No. 1 on the ballot, would embed that state law in the state Constitution to make it harder to change. The second would amend Article X, authorizing the General Assembly to give local governments the option of exempting spouses of police, firefighters and emergency medical personnel killed in the line of duty from real estate taxes on primary residences. Currently, that exemption is available only to military personnel who are killed or totally disabled in action. For additional information about what’s on the ballot or to find your voting precinct, go to www.richmondgov.com/ Registrar or call (804) 646-5950. Information is also available at the state Department of Elections, www.vote.virginia.gov, or by calling (800) 552-9745.

2 vying for open seat in 4th Congressional District

A. DONALD McEACHIN

MICHAEL L. WADE

Age: 55 Occupation: Attorney and Virginia state senator Education: Bachelor’s in political science, American University, 1982; juris doctorate, University of Virginia School of Law, 1986; master’s of divinity, Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology, Virginia Union University, 2008 Civic/Community Activities: Member, Ebenezer Baptist Church in Hanover; member, NAACP Contact: (804) 631-3781; Info@McEachinForCongress.com Website: www.McEachinForCongress.com

Age: 60 Occupation: Sheriff of Henrico County Education: Bachelor of science in administration of justice, Virginia Commonwealth University; master’s in rehab counseling, VCU Alcohol and Drug Education and Rehabilitation Program Civic/Community Activities: Knights of Columbus Contact: (804) 382-1485; mike@mikewadeforcongress.com Website: www.mikewadeforcongress.com

I decided to become a candidate for Congress because: I’ve spent my career fighting for the underdog — in my law practice and in the General Assembly. I am running for the U.S. House because I want to build on that work in our nation’s capital. In Congress, I will be a champion for the values and priorities we share. I will fight every day for equal rights and economic justice — fair wages, equal pay and a secure retirement for all working Virginians. I’ll work to curb gun violence and make our communities safer, and I’ll fight to ensure that every child has access to a great education. What do you see as the top two issues facing the district? We have to ensure that citizens in the 4th District have both equal rights and economic security. To do that, we need to end discriminatory policies, for instance, by reforming our broken criminal justice system and ensuring that all our schools meet certain baseline standards. We also need to lift

wages. That means making job-creating investments in economic development, infrastructure and technology. It also means improving workforce development initiatives and raising the minimum wage. And we need to protect the safety net so all those who have worked for a living have access to affordable health care and a secure retirement. How I plan to address those issues as a member of Congress: In Congress, I will stand up for the principles we share. I will fight for legislation that helps working families and vulnerable Virginians, and I’ll stand firm against efforts to roll back useful programs or valuable protections. When Republicans try to cut Social Security or voucherize Medicare, I will fight back. When there are ways we can work together, I will do everything I can to find common ground. And my door will always be open to everyone who lives in the district. I will listen to your problems, your ideas — and I will do everything I can to help.

I decided to become a candidate for Congress because: Having served as sheriff of Henrico County for the past 17 years, I have seen many of the issues prevalent in our community reﬂected in our jails. For too long, Washington has pushed the burden of dealing with the tough issues down to the localities, and often on our criminal justice system. Congress needs leaders who have dealt with real life situations and found common sense solutions to deal with the issues. That’s what I’ve done as sheriff, and it’s what I’ll do for the people of the 4th District. What do you see as the top two issues facing the district? There are two major issues facing the 4th District — jobs/the economy and mental health/substance abuse reform. People are really struggling. Our labor force participation rate is the lowest it has been in decades and unemployment, particularly in our inner cities, has skyrocketed. It’s time to foster an environment where business can grow and create jobs.

Mental health/substance abuse also has become a major issue and one that no one is addressing seriously. The rash of gun violence and other crimes are directly related to the rise in mental health/substance abuse issues and it is tearing our families and communities apart. How I plan to address those issues as a member of Congress: To create jobs, it is time for government to get out of the way. Our corporate tax rate is one of the highest in the world. The tremendous amount of regulations has caused our jobs to go overseas and businesses to stop expanding. We must lower the tax rate on all businesses and remove these burdensome regulations and allow our economy to get back on track and grow. I will help fix our mental health system to ensure we are providing necessary funding to community-based programs and by changing our HIPAA law. Families should be able to step in and help their loved ones.

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Proposed Constitutional Amendments To be voted on at the November 8, 2016 Election 1

Article I. Bill of Rights. Section 11-A. Right to work.

Ballot Question

Question: Should Article I of the Constitution of Virginia be amended to prohibit any agreement or combination between an employer and a labor union or labor organization whereby (i) nonmembers of the union or organization are denied the right to work for the employer, (ii) membership to the union or organization is made a condition of employment or continuation of employment by such employer, or (iii) the union or organization acquires an employment monopoly in any such enterprise?

Explanation Present Law

Currently, Virginia’s right to work law, § 40.1-59 of the Code of Virginia, provides that any agreement or combination between an employer and a labor union or labor organization whereby (i) nonmembers of the union or organization are denied the right to work for the employer, (ii) membership in the union or organization is made a condition of employment or continuation of employment by such employer, or (iii) the union or organization acquires an employment monopoly in any such enterprise is against public policy and illegal. This has been the law and the declared public policy of the Commonwealth since 1947.

Proposed Amendment

The proposed amendment places the provisions of Virginia’s right to work law into the Constitution of Virginia. While Virginia law may be amended by any future General Assembly, a constitutional prohibition can only be changed by a future constitutional amendment approved by the voters.

Full text of Amendment

[Proposed new language is underlined.] Amend Article I of the Constitution of Virginia by adding a section numbered 11-A as follows:

Article I. Bill of Rights. Section 11-A. Right to work.

Any agreement or combination between any employer and any labor union or labor organization whereby nonmembers of the union or organization are denied the right to work for the employer, or whereby such membership is made a condition of employment or continuation of employment by such employer, or whereby any such union or organization acquires an employment monopoly in any enterprise, is against public policy and constitutes an illegal combination or conspiracy and is void.

Article X. Taxation and Finance. Section 6-B. Property tax exemptions for spouses of certain emergency services

providers.

Ballot Question

Question: Shall the Constitution of Virginia be amended to allow the General Assembly to provide an option to the localities to exempt from taxation the real property of the surviving spouse of any law-enforcement officer, firefighter, search and rescue personnel, or emergency medical services personnel who was killed in the line of duty, where the surviving spouse occupies the real property as his or her principal place of residence and has not remarried?

Explanation Present Law

Article X, Section 6-A of the Constitution of Virginia now requires the General Assembly to exempt from taxation the real property, including the joint real property of husband and wife, of any veteran with a 100 percent service-connected, permanent, and total disability, as determined by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and the real property of the surviving spouse of an eligible veteran. This exemption from taxation applies to the principal place of residence of the eligible veteran or of the surviving spouse of an eligible veteran. The exemption ceases if the surviving spouse remarries. Article X, Section 6-A of the Constitution of Virginia also authorizes the General Assembly to exempt from taxation the real property of the surviving spouse of any member of the Armed Forces of the United States who was killed in action, as determined by the U.S. Department of Defense. This exemption from taxation applies to the surviving spouse’s principal place of residence, and the exemption ceases if the surviving spouse remarries.

Proposed Amendment

The proposed constitutional amendment authorizes the General Assembly to enact a law that would allow a locality to exempt from taxation the real property of the surviving spouse of any law-enforcement officer, firefighter, search and rescue personnel, or emergency medical services personnel who is killed in the line of duty. The exemption from taxation would cease if the surviving spouse remarries. The exemption would apply regardless of whether the spouse was killed in the line of duty prior to the effective date of this amendment but would apply only to those real property taxes to be paid on or after the effective date of this amendment. The exemption from taxation would apply to the surviving spouse’s principal place of residence, even if he or she moves to a new principal place of residence. The exemption would not require the surviving spouse to have been residing in the Commonwealth at the time his or her spouse was killed in the line of duty. The proposed constitutional amendment authorizes the General Assembly to prescribe additional restrictions and conditions on the exemption from taxation if enacting such a law.

Full text of Amendment

[Proposed new language is underlined.] Amend Article X of the Constitution of Virginia by adding a section numbered 6-B as follows:

Article X. Taxation and Finance. Section 6-B. Property tax exemptions for spouses of certain emergency services providers.

Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 6, the General Assembly by general law, and within the restrictions and conditions prescribed therein, may provide for a local option to exempt from taxation the real property of the surviving spouse of any law-enforcement officer, firefighter, search and rescue personnel, or emergency medical services personnel who was killed in the line of duty, who occupies the real property as his or her principal place of residence. The exemption under this section shall cease if the surviving spouse remarries and shall not be claimed thereafter. This exemption applies regardless of whether the spouse was killed in the line of duty prior to the effective date of this section, but the exemption shall not be applicable for any period of time prior to the effective date. This exemption applies to the surviving spouse’s principal place of residence without any restriction on the spouse’s moving to a different principal place of residence and without any requirement that the spouse reside in the Commonwealth at the time of death of the law-enforcement officer, firefighter, search and rescue personnel, or emergency medical services personnel.

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6 candidates for Richmond mayor share visions “I want Richmond to be a magnet of opportunity for young people and families, and a more hopeful place for those who have been left behind. ... I am running to build the team and assemble the resources needed to empower citizens in every neighborhood to thrive.”

“You’re either part of the solution or you’re part of the problem. I know I have the executive experience and vision needed to be part of the solution.”

— Levar Stoney

“While our public schools are falling apart before our eyes, the city’s leadership is rewarding developers with stadiums and breweries. Cronyism is running rampant in our city, and I’m running for mayor to change that.”

— Joe Morrissey

— Jack Berry

They give reasons why they want top job

“I pledge to develop a city government that does not waste your time, taxes, talent and what you treasure — your rights. A mayor and ... staff must see possibilities in places and people that have been marginalized and show in practical steps how to honestly and humbly represent equality, while promoting city growth and equal opportunity.”

Age: 62 Occupation: Former executive director, Venture Richmond Education: Bachelor of science in government, University of Virginia; master’s of public administration, George Washington University Civic/Community Activities: Metropolitan Business League; Richmond Region Tourism Contact: (804) 382-8371; info@jackberryformayor.com Website: jackberryformayor.com

I decided to become a candidate for mayor because: I want Richmond to be a magnet of opportunity for young people and families, and a more hopeful place for those who have been left behind. I want to build a high-performing city government that provides essential services really well. I want to unite the community in support of our schools. I have had a very successful career in municipal government and in the nonproﬁt sector, and believe that my experience, ability and passion for bringing people together will make a difference. I am running to build the team and assemble the resources needed to empower citizens in every neighborhood to thrive. What do you see as the top two issues facing the city? Poverty and school success. They are related to each other and to a third issue — city government performance. Without a city government that can mobilize resources, build strong partnerships, provide strong leadership and do its job well, we will not make progress on the big issues. Too many schoolchildren are not succeeding because they are not ready to learn. They come from vulnerable families who are experiencing the toxic, unrelenting stress of crushing poverty and traumatic experiences, such as violence. Parents struggling to survive often struggle in raising children who are ready to learn. How I plan to address those issues as mayor: I will unite the community and align the city’s efforts in support of schools. I will mobilize community resources to tackle the barriers to prosperity and school success. I will support and strengthen the Ofﬁce of Community Wealth Building and focus on employment, housing, training and transportation. As an immediate priority, I will focus community attention, advocate and support vulnerable children and make the city a strong partner in the Trauma-Informed Community Network. I will build a city government that has strong and capable leaders at every position that can impact the success of children and families.

BOBBY “BJ” JUNES Age: 60 Occupation: Real estate consultant Education: Bachelor of arts, MBA and master’s in theology Civic/Community Activities: Board member, CARITAS; Recreation and parks commissioner Contact: (804) 432-9496; Bobbyjunes@yahoo.com Website: Bobbyjunes4mayor.org

I decided to become a candidate for mayor because: To be a bridge builder between the School Board and City Council and to get everyone on the same agenda. Utilize three clues to identify those students who will need additional resources. Start by recognizing children who do not identify letters of the alphabet when starting kindergarten; second, assessing students’ third grade SOL reading level to determine those most likely to have inferior comprehensive reading and understanding skills; third, assessing students’ eighth grade SOL math scores as an indicator of a person’s future success. Those with below standard scores will require more time and attention. What do you see as the top two issues facing the city? Education and financing. The number of children from poverty-stricken families is at an all-time high. Realization that it’s time to help those in need (those with mental and learning disabilities) or face the reality that we have failed in our endeavors to properly educate the general public. In finance, it’s time to realize that city money is to be used on projects assisting the citizens of Richmond and not the local business community. Projects like Stone Brewery, the Washington training camp and baseball stadium take away valuable time, money and planning from more pressing projects. How I plan to address those issues as mayor: To personally lead any future rally or protest at City Hall involving the quality of our public education system one block across Broad Street to the State Capitol. Other states allocate approximately 25 percent additional funds to assist in properly educating children from impoverished areas. The Commonwealth of Virginia currently funds up to 14 percent. Start by implementing the auditor’s annual objective advice, after the completion of the audit, on improving financial reporting and internal controls to maximize the city’s performance and efficiency. Begin by identifying two departments in which to put recommendations into policy. Expand the concept by adding two to four other departments each year.

— Michelle Mosby

“In ﬁnance, it’s time to realize that city money is to be used on projects assisting the citizens of Richmond and not the local business community. Projects like Stone Brewery, the Washington training camp and baseball stadium take away valuable time, money and planning from more pressing projects.”

— Lawrence Williams

JACK BERRY

“I understand where we are, how important this time is in our city’s history. We are on the runway ready to go into the air.”

— Bobby ‘BJ’ Junes

JOE MORRISSEY Age: 59 Occupation: Lawyer Education: Master’s degree in law Civic/Community activities: None listed Contact: (804) 737-1626; attorneyjoemorrissey@gmail.com Website: www.electjoemorrissey.com

I decided to become a candidate for mayor because: All of my life, I have been fighting for the little guy. Whether it’s in the courtroom or on the floor of the General Assembly, I’ve gone to the mat to ensure all our citizens are treated equally. For the past eight years, we’ve put pet projects ahead of basic public services. While our public schools are falling apart before our eyes, the city’s leadership is rewarding developers with stadiums and breweries. Cronyism is running rampant in our city, and I’m running for mayor to change that. What do you see as the top two issues facing the city? Like many others, I shake my head wondering why City Hall thinks a Downtown baseball stadium, the Washington NFL team and a brewery deserve millions in taxpayer dollars. We can’t seem to provide reliable basic services like leaf pickup and road repair. When I am mayor, we are putting basic citizen services first, not shiny projects. That’s issue No.1. Secondly, we will be absolutely focused on establishing sound, businesslike financial controls in the City of Richmond. This includes conducting a verifiable audit and overcoming the incomprehensible delays suffered by our businesses and our citizens when dealing with the city government. How I plan to address those issues as mayor: I am already assembling a team that is studying the procedures needed to consistently deliver superior city services efficiently, effectively and transparently. In addition, our Community Wealth Building Team will focus on optimizing personal, business and strategic services that drive remarkable value to constituents at all socioeconomic levels.

MICHELLE MOSBY Age: 47 Occupation: Associate broker/Realtor; owner, International Hair Salon; and founder of nonprofit Help Me Help You Education: Attended Norfolk State University and Virginia Union University Civic/Community Activities: Religious-humanitarian activities; re-entry initiatives Contact: (804) 638-8885; MMosby2016@gmail.com Website: MOSBY4RVAMAYOR.org

I decided to become a candidate for mayor because: I understand where we are, how important this time is in our city’s history. We are on the runway ready to go into the air. Richmond needs a leader with transparency, character and integrity, one who has served in and understands the complexity of local government, but who also is a proven leader who has the ability to build the necessary relationships to yield results. RVA is a special city, one that has something for everyone. This attribute should be cultivated as our diversity continues to be our strength. What do you see as the top two issues facing the city? Dysfunctional systems that yield dysfunctional services. You can have the most gifted persons and greatest minds, but if you place them within a context of dysfunction, they won’t function. I want systems that make sense, minimize overlap and waste and mirror proven best practices. Secondly, poverty. If we don’t create opportunities for the quarter of Richmonders who live in poverty, the other three-quarters always will have to shoulder the disproportionate burden. The key concept here is opportunity — not doling out money, but spreading out opportunity. I want to see better job opportunities for our poorest residents, better education and even better political access. How I plan to address those issues as mayor: Building a strong organization is key to minimizing system deficits. The city’s CAO, police chief, deputy CAO for finance and the finance team would stay, with people such as Jon Baliles and other City Council staff expertise added. I will look to cultivate talent and leadership from within and pull from outside when necessary. The Office of Community Wealth Building will be key in addressing poverty. After talking with Director Reggie Gordon, I believe the foundation is in place. We can systematically and methodically dismantle poverty. When we tackle poverty, all of RVA will truly be able to stand.

LEVAR STONEY Age: 35 Occupation: Former Virginia secretary of the commonwealth Education: Bachelor of arts, James Madison University Civic/Community Activities: Volunteer, Swansboro Elementary; board member, GRASP, a college-access nonprofit organization Contact: (804) 250-1391; levar@stoneyforrva.com Website: www.stoneyforrva.com

I decided to become a candidate for mayor because: You’re either part of the solution or you’re part of the problem. I know I have the executive experience and vision needed to be part of the solution. Richmond is truly at a crossroads, but we’re not going to get to the next level unless we transform city government and make sure we’re advocating on behalf of all Richmonders, not just a few. I’m going to be a mayor who always makes sure that those who have been forgotten have a voice at the table. What do you see as the top two issues facing the city? The next mayor will face many challenges, but the top two issue areas I’m going to focus on from day one are improving the lives of Richmond children by strengthening our schools, and transforming City Hall and improving basic services. How I plan to address those issues as mayor: I have laid out detailed, comprehensive plans to address both of these issues, which can be found on my website. It starts with driving a culture inside City Hall and setting a shared agenda on education that parents can have conﬁdence in. It’s time for Richmond to have a mayor who tells our children they matter by investing in our schools, tells its citizens they matter by connecting them with jobs, and tells our families they matter by making sure we are providing them the premium services they deserve.

LAWRENCE WILLIAMS Age: 63 Occupation: Registered Virginia architect/Certified Virginia minority business Education: Bachelor’s in architecture, University of Virginia, 1974; master’s in architecture, Harvard University, 1976 Civic/Community Activities: Board member, Eastview Civic League; founding board member, Groundwork RVA Contact: (804) 437-5360; williamsaia@aol.com Website: www.lawrencewilliamsarchitect.com

I decided to become a candidate for mayor because: Richmond must move forward faster. Mayors must have the confidence of regional citizens and come from a diversified background that inspires youth, creativity and business growth, while cultivating community involvement, city worker efficiency and morale. Mayors must deliver on crystal clear, honest commitments to the less fortunate. Raised here as a member of Mt. Tabor Baptist, I attended Richmond Public Schools and care about its image, our youths and the potential of our city. Serving clients, city planning and budget boards for more than 35 years, many say, once they meet me, I offer voters a logical choice for mayor. What do you see as the top two issues facing the city? I pledge to develop a city government that does not waste your time, taxes, talent and what you treasure — your rights. A mayor and his staff must see possibilities in places and people that have been marginalized and show in practical steps how to honestly and humbly represent equality, while promoting city growth and equal opportunity. I pledge to develop greater funding approaches for our schools and work as an appropriate role model to inspire our youths. Your vote for me will make a tremendous difference in how fast we turn this city and our school system around. How I plan to address those issues as mayor: I pledge to increase meetings with staff, citizen blue ribbon committees and community organizations in transparent working settings that allow citizen formulation, agreement and buy in. Building project expenditures shall be based on objective, point prioritized cost benefits; no politically motivated development. I pledge to fund our schools adequately, reviewing increased bonding capacity without residential property tax increases, utilizing business sector growth, training programs, new and existing commercial development tax zone income, doubling composite index state funding to $400 million, increasing energy savings contracts and encouraging construction cost savings without school consolidation. Visit www.lawrencewilliamsarchitect.com Ten Point Community Revitalization Election Platform.

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City Council candidates tell their plans District 1

Andreas D. Addison Age: 34 Occupation: President, CEO and founder, Civic Innovator LLC Education: B.A., political science, Virginia Tech; MBA, University of Richmond Civic/Community Activities: Founding board member, CodeVA; HYPE Leadership Team – Civic Engagement Chair, Chamber RVA Contact: (804) 372-8828; andreas@addisonforcouncil. com Website: addisonforcouncil. com I decided to become a candidate for Richmond City Council because: For eight years, I worked in City Hall as a civic innovator, striving to bring best practices and new ways of thinking to how City Hall operates. During my tenure, I focused on making government open, transparent and collaborative. My experience has given me the practical experience to understand how City Hall works, why it doesn’t and ways to make it work. It is from this experience that I was approached by friends in the 1st District who desired me to implement these policies and initiatives as their City Council representative. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? We need to see accountable and transparent government that works for “we the people,” not the other way around. Right now, basic city services are failing our residents. From cutting the grass, leaf collection and even simply plowing snow, City Hall continually has showed an inability to function properly. This is further revealed in our failure to improve our public schools. While money is always an issue, strategy for proper investment is absent in current leadership. We need new energy, passion and vision to change City Hall. How I plan to address

those issues as a City Council member: From my career as a civic innovator in City Hall, I studied how many of our peers nationally addressed similar issues. City Council’s key role is to approve a budget and I intend on holding City Hall accountable for each dollar requested and spent for staff, resources and providing basic services. I will publish online performance measures and reports that account for each dollar. To improve public schools, I will work with the School Board to support their outcomes. I will visit each school to meet with leadership, teachers, parents and students to ensure we are improving student outcomes and success.

District 1

Jonathan M. Cruise Age: 33 Occupation: Information technology project manager Education: B.S., business information technology, Virginia Tech Civic/Community Activities: RVA Clean Sweep; speaking with current students at Virginia Tech’s Pamplin College of Business about experiences after college Contact: (804) 210-2099; campaign@jonathancruise.com Website: www.jonathancruise. com I decided to become a candidate for Richmond City Council because: I want to secure Richmond’s future as a robust, dynamic and vibrant city, with strong public schools, transparency in city activities and reliable infrastructure and services. As a husband and homeowner, I’ve come to understand many needs and priorities of the 1st District. As councilman, I will continue seeking issues facing the 1st District so I can best serve local families. I commit to keeping integrity and accountability in all duties. I will ensure the city’s decisions are held to a reasonable level of scrutiny

and that collaboration with the mayor’s office and School Board is always a top priority. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? Based on conversations with residents in the 1st District, I believe that two of the most significant issues facing the district are: 1. Low expectations and confidence in the city’s public school system. 2. Delivery of public infrastructure and services. How I plan to address those issues as a City Council member: I will commit to constantly collaborating with and working alongside families, the School Board, and the mayor’s office to ensure that schools obtain the resources and financial support they need to help children in Richmond succeed. Also, I will commit to enhancing the city’s ability to provide basic, reliable infrastructure and services by assessing the city’s commitments and identifying more efficient methods of providing these services in a timely manner wherever feasible.

members, we can achieve great success though collaboration and strategic planning to deliver basic city services, offer educational opportunities in order to compete against our sister counties and enforce the city’s financial viability. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? Schools and lack of basic services. How I plan to address those issues as a City Council member: I will work with the School Board to make the school system competitive by increasing the educational programs and opportunities. That is achieved by increasing the commonwealth’s share of the Composite Index to pre-recession levels and right-sizing the system’s facilities to match the student body. For basic services, leaves must be picked up in the fall, snow cleared in the winter and grass cut in the summer. I will address all these and more basic services by providing them a line item in the annual budget.

District 2

District 1

Harry H. Warner Jr. Age: 55 Occupation: Nonprofit organization consultant Education: B.A., history, Hampden-Sydney College; post-baccalaureate certificate in nonprofit management, Virginia Commonwealth University Civic/Community Activities: U.S. Army officer (Captain), AH-1 Cobra pilot; chairman of the Save The Diamond Committee Contact: Harry@Warner4RVA. com Website: Warner4RVA.com I decided to become a candidate for Richmond City Council because: To be part of the solution. I don’t believe Richmond has achieved its potential. I believe with a new mayor and at least four new City Council

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Charlie Diradour Age: 52 Occupation: Real estate developer Education: Virginia Commonwealth University, political science Civic/Community Activities: Former board member, Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities; member, Virginia Small Business Commission Contact: (804) 776-5341; Charlie@diradourforcouncil. com Website: diradourforcouncil. com I decided to become a candidate for Richmond City Council because: I feel that city leaders have taken the city in the wrong direction. There has been too much emphasis on big projects and not enough on needed core city services. As a business person whose clients

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work for and serve residents in the 2nd District, I see first-hand how City Hall’s neglect affects all our lives. I want to make the 2nd District a place where people feel included and empowered. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? The most important challenge is the urgent need to invest our attention and funds into Richmond Public Schools. We desperately need to repair our schools and put more money into classrooms. Carver Elementary was named a national Blue Ribbon School, yet the building needs work. Repairing our school system equals investing in our neighborhoods. Closing schools weakens our already stressed communities. The second challenge is getting back to providing quality basic services for our residents. Repairing streets and sidewalks properly, supporting social services adequately, funding zoning and property inspection departments, trash and snow removal and ensuring public safety departments are properly funded. How I plan to address those issues as a City Council member: Both challenges can be fixed through a better budget process that includes citizen input. The City Council, School Board and the mayor need to have a shared and practical plan for the city. We don’t need a big brewery or an NFL training facility. If City Hall listened, they would have heard the citizens say good schools, good jobs and good city services. The people of our city deserve our best efforts. Finally, true citizen input dictates that committee meetings will begin at 6 p.m., when working folks can have a say.

District 2

Kimberly “Kim” Gray Age: 45 Occupation: Real estate agent Education: Sorensen Institute for Political Leadership, University of Virginia Civic/Community Activities:

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2nd District representative, Richmond School Board; cochair of school Facilities Task Force Contact: (8040 852-4427; KimGray4RVA@gmail.com Website: KimGray4RVA.com I decided to become a candidate for Richmond City Council because: After working the past eight years on the School Board and understanding the complexities and challenges with our public school system, I think it’s important that that perspective be brought to City Council. I have extensive experience working on municipal budgets and public policies, having worked for both former Gov. Mark Warner and former Gov. Tim Kaine in their administrations and I feel this experience is vital for the City of Richmond. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? The number one issue facing our district is the lack of transparency and accountability with respect to our city finances. We have to get a handle on our finances and produce comprehensive annual financial reports on time. The second biggest issue we must address to move our city forward is improving our public schools. Our city cannot succeed without solid investments in our public schools. How I plan to address those issues as a City Council member: I will bring about the same level of transparency and accountability that I have done as a School Board member. I would first call for a comprehensive external audit to identify the causes of the issues we are experiencing. I also will leverage technology by making all budget and financial information accessible via the internet. With respect to our schools, I will work closely with my colleagues on City Council, the School Board, the mayor, as well as the superintendent, to ensure appropriate resources are provided to improve school academics and invest in our school facilities and infrastructure.

Rebecca K.W. Keel Age: 24 Occupation: Community organizer, conflict resolution trainer Education: B.A., gender, sexuality and women’s studies; B.S., psychology; master’s in social work, counseling concentration Civic/Community Activities: Richmond [Re]Visited; Community Justice Film Series Contact: (804) 908-3127; r.kwkeel@gmail.com Website: Rebeccakwkeel.com I decided to become a candidate for Richmond City Council because: I am a community organizer, social worker and artist. The lives and experiences of poor, black, homeless, disabled, LGBTQ folks, women, young people, etc. (all marginalized identities) have been systematically ignored in policy and budget decision-making. Political processes are unengaging if not secretive, and Richmond is losing its culture due to the kind of unconscientious political behavior of our city leaders. Underserved Richmonders need a voice, and all of Richmond needs a fresh perspective. This is why I am running — to increase representation and do right by marginalized people. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? The Virginia Commonwealth University takeover of Carver, the Fan and Jackson Ward. VCU is a dominating force in the city that continually co-opts Richmond neighborhoods and therefore has eroded community trust. VCU must become more integrated into the city and stop claiming that “VCU built Richmond.” Poverty and homelessness are everywhere throughout the city. In the 2nd District, it looks like people without homes are panhandling and congregating in Monroe Park (which I am not stigmatizing), longtime residents Please turn to B6

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28 candidates running in 9 districts Continued from B4 as well as transplants are living with the threat of robbery and young people are graduating from our universities in massive debt. How I plan to address those issues as a City Council member: Working more collaboratively with VCU to build up our city conscientiously through public-private partnerships. Working with students, as well as Richmonders, to feel empowered to organize and demand more from local government, VCU and linked institutions. Prioritize funding for Richmond Public Schools and the Department of Social Services. Work with VCU and Virginia Union University to offer more community opportunities to students that allow for real world experience, so when students graduate, they can more easily gain employment. Ideally work with VCU and VUU to offer more full scholarships to Richmond Public Schools students.

District 3

Chris A. Hilbert Age: 56 Occupation: Senior strategic lending officer, Virginia Housing Development Authority Education: B.S. in finance and MBA, University of Tennessee Civic/Community Activities: Richmond City Council; Ginter Park Residents Association Contact: (804) 316-5510; chrisforcouncil2016@gmail. com Website: www. chrishilbert2016.com Voters should support me as an incumbent candidate for Richmond City Council because: During my tenure, crime has been reduced. Community policing has worked. I have secured funding for four new schools, gotten additional resources for the RPS Foundation and increased International Baccalaureate monies. We added

$20.5 million over and above what the mayor proposed for RPS. I supported more than $30 million in private investment on Chamberlayne Avenue. I have been responsive to my constituents and their issues and involved with the civic associations in my district. I’ve held more than 100 district meetings and sent out regular newsletters and email blasts keeping residents informed. I have responded to and resolved hundreds of citizen concerns. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? Economic development and opportunity — We need to create jobs that pay a living wage. We need an environment that encourages good corporate citizens to come here and provide jobs and partner to improve the community. Strong public education — We need a top-notch public schools system that readies our students for higher education or for good-paying jobs. A good education is the best chance for someone to lift his or her circumstances and that of his/her family. A good public school system will encourage folks to live in the city and contribute to it. How I plan to address those issues in another term on the City Council: I have been and will continue to be a strong proponent for both of these issues. I have worked hard on economic development and those efforts can be seen in the commercial revitalization of parts of North Side. We have great opportunities for development on The Boulevard and in other areas. I will continue to be a strong advocate for Richmond’s public schools. I am very pleased to have received the endorsement of the REA, Richmond’s teachers, the frontline warriors of our education system. I will continue to partner with them, while striving to enhance the financial situation of Richmond schools.

District 3

Milondra B. Coleman

Dorian O. Daniels

Hassan J. Fountain

Age: 45 Occupation: John Marshall High School History Department chair and teacher. Education: B.A. in Political Science, Duke University; J.D., University of Virginia School of Law; master’s of divinity, Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology, Virginia Union University; master’s of arts in Christian Education, Union-Presbyterian School of Christian Education; doctor of ministry, United Theological Seminary; master’s of arts in teaching, Mary Baldwin College. Civic/Community Activities: Northside Coalition for Children Inc. and the Richmond Crusade for Voters Contact: (804) 400-3430; milondracolemanforcouncil@ gmail.com Website: www. votemilondracoleman.com I decided to become a candidate for Richmond City Council because: I decided to become a candidate for Richmond City Council to serve as an advocate and a liaison for the citizens of the 3rd District. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? The top two issues facing the 3rd District relate to service provision and education. How I plan to address those issues as a City Council member: As an advocate for the citizens of the 3rd District and the city, I would be in frequent conversation with the appropriate departments to ensure reliable, sustainable and quality service provision. I would work with the School Board and mayor to guarantee that Richmond Public Schools is fully funded and that every child has an opportunity to learn and succeed.

Age: 34 Occupation: Self-employed Education: Bachelor of science in business and finance, Virginia State University Civic/Community Activities: Ginter Park Residential Association Contact: (804) 447-6760; dorian_daniels@hotmail.com Website: DorianDaniels.com

No response to Free Press questionnaire.

I decided to become a candidate for Richmond City Council because: The reason I decided to run for Richmond City Council was to bring an equal representation to the entire district. I want to be able to bring a leadership that is transparent and accountable for the 3rd District residents. The 3rd District needs a full-time, active City Councilman/woman who will push the district into a more 21st century district. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? The top two issues in the 3rd District are public safety and education. We have to understand that public safety will continue to be an issue as long as the citizen-police ratio is unbalanced. Education is the foundation to a successful community. We have to invest in the future of our children. How I plan to address those issues as a City Council member: My goal will be to work with the chief of police to close the gap of officers needed to protect our citizens. The first thing that needs to be done is accurately funding public safety. The second would be to introduce a five-year obligated service agreement to ensure we keep our officers in place after training. Funding for education will be my top goal as we go forth with balancing the budget for the City of Richmond. I will begin a process — test and trial — to create ways to subsidize the current shortfall that Richmond Public Schools is experiencing.

District 4

Timothy E. Grimes Age: 61 Occupation: City Council liaison Education: Northeastern Illinois University Civic/Community Activities: Mentor with AMP! Metro Richmond at Henderson Middle School; member of Westover Hills Elementary School Community Support Team Contact: (804) 418-1802; timgrimesrva@gmail.com Website: timgrimesrva.com I decided to become a candidate for Richmond City Council because: Four years ago, I was fortunate enough to be offered a position as liaison to City Councilwoman Kathy Graziano. I know what constituents’ concerns are and, in many cases, been able to resolve their issues with city departments. I know where the city needs to improve. I have the unique experience of understanding how City Council works. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? Lack of revenue for basic services and schools, and lack of collaboration between the administration, City Council and schools. How I plan to address those issues as a City Council member: I will not vote for a budget that takes funds away from the Department of Public Works, police and fire to give to schools. While schools could

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their tax dollars are being managed and spent in a responsible manner. They also want to see city government operating in a functional and collaborative way. They want the fighting to stop in City Hall. Residents want to see all city leaders working together to fix our roads, our schools and our checkbook. How I plan to address those issues as a City Council member: As the next City Council member of the 4th District, I plan to work as a team of 20 – the mayor, RPS superintendent, the School Board and City Council – to address the collective challenges in our city. It is time to make education a top priority in Richmond. By reigning in the excess spending and the investments in exciting projects that don’t pay off, we can reallocate our funds to invest in the future of our city — our children.

Kristen Nye Larson

District 4

Age: 42 Occupation: Freelance researcher/writer Education: Bachelor’s degree, Syracuse University Newhouse School of Public Information Civic/Community Activities: Current Richmond School Board Member, 4th District; past board member, Patrick Henry School of Science and Arts Contact: (804) 503-1313; kristenRVA@gmail.com Website: www. ElectKristenLarson.com I decided to become a candidate for Richmond City Council because: In my current role as 4th District School Board member, I worked to recruit and hire a new superintendent, audit our entire system, find muchneeded efficiencies and provide a new level of transparency in our school system. I co-chaired the RPS Facilities Task Force to bring forward plans to upgrade our district’s facilities. I know what it means to be accountable. I’ve proven my commitment to the district, and now I want to move the entire city forward in a positive and thoughtful way. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? The 4th District is very concerned with the lack of sound fiscal management and on-time state financial reports. Constituents want to make sure

Age: 63 Occupation: Professor of economics, John Tyler Community College Education: B.B.A., management, College of William & Mary; M.A., Economics, Virginia State University; MBA, Howard University; D.A., Community College Education-Business, George Mason University Civic/Community Activities: Member, Richmond Public Library Board of Trustees; former member and chairman, Richmond School Board Contact: (804) 339-1191; Larryolan@verizon.net Website: LarryolanrewajuforcityCouncil. com

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Candidates tell why they are running Continued from B6 retain business and grows our economic base by creating jobs, increasing the level of income and reducing poverty. A city where people want live or relocate to live and raise a family. A city with an improving school system, where parents want to enroll their children from elementary through high school. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? An important challenge is the lack of timely provision of basic citizen services that citizens expect and have paid for through their tax dollars. One other issue is the lack of confidence by some 4th District residents in their school system, especially those with school-age children, in sending their children to city schools. How I plan to address those issues as a City Council member: Basic Citizen Services: This challenge will be addressed by making these items budget priorities, and constantly following up to make sure that the services are provided. A budget should be driven by the priorities as determined by the citizens. Schools: I will encourage regular meetings with City Council, the mayor and School Board to share ideas about how we should work collectively toward improving the education of our children. The School Board is responsible for school policy, but collectively we should all be responsible for providing good education for all our children.

District 4

Jeff B. Thomas Jr. Age: 32 Occupation: Author Education: Bachelor’s, Duke University School of Engineering; master’s, Virginia Tech School of Public and International Affairs; master’s, Tulane University School of Public Health Civic/Community Activities: Former public school teacher; all royalties from my book, “Virginia Politics & Government in a New Century: The Price of Power,” are being donated to Richmond Public Schools Contact: (804) 418-0252; jeffthomasRVA@gmail.com Website: jeffthomasRVA.com I decided to become a candidate for Richmond City Council because: Nobody except Joe Morrissey and I are acknowledging that there are two Richmonds. Our school system is a disgrace and the people most responsible either do not care or are too incompetent to fix it. We have to invest in public schools. I’m the only candidate who is not a politician, who has dedicated his life to public service and who can change things. My opponents have had their chance and you can see the results. If you’re unsatisfied with the people who got us here, then please vote for me. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? Public schools and government corruption. How I plan to address those issues as a City Council member: I am an absolutist on schools and I will be their strongest advocate in the history of City Council. The fact that we lack the political will to build schools our children can attend without getting sick is immoral. I have refused all campaign donations and, if elected, I will not accept a salary or serve more than one term. My opponents have not made these pledges. They have accepted thousands of dollars from special interests and want to get promoted for ineffective work. I’m the only candidate who will change things, and I need your vote to do so.

District 4

Johnny S. Walker Age: 62 Occupation: Retired director, AT&T Education: B.S. in business administration management, University of Richmond; MBA in finance/management, University of Richmond Civic/Community Activities: Board chairman, Dream Academy; member, board of directors, Citizens Against Crime Inc. Contact: (804) 357-8242; walker23225@comcast.net Website: johnnywalkerrva.com I decided to become a candi-

date for Richmond City Council because: I have the financial/ management skills that have been missing from City Council for too many years. Richmond is on the brink of becoming a tier one city. We have great restaurants, a population that is beginning to grow and businesses are starting to reinvest in our city. But we still have a “dark side” that must be addressed: A public school system that continues to fail our children; an overall poverty rate of 26 percent and approaching 50 percent in the African-American community; an underfunded police force and a poorly financially managed city that does not adequately provide basic services. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? The city has for many years had serious financial management issues that have led to a continued shortfall in funding of public schools, public safety and delivery of basic services such as road and sidewalk maintenance. I have the financial/management skill set and more than 35 years of corporate experience lobbying and negotiating multimilliondollar contracts to address and resolve the city’s financial challenges. The city’s overall poverty rate is 26 percent and approaching 50 percent in the African- American community. This is unacceptable. I will make reducing poverty one of my top priorities. How I plan to address those issues as a City Council member: I will collaborate with my peers on City Council to ensure that public schools, public safety and basic services are adequately funded before taxpayer dollars are given to subsidize business ventures like ballparks and breweries. Any city-business partnership must be analyzed in detail to ensure that it will be a financial win for citizens. My goal is to reduce poverty by 50 percent over the next eight years through economic development. I also will work closely with my peers on the School Board to ensure that Richmond Public Schools have the resources to provide its students a marketable education.

District 5

Parker C. Agelasto Age: 40 Occupation: Executive director, Capital Region Land Conservancy Education: B.A., Bates College; M.A. and MBA, University of Virginia Civic/Community Activities: None listed Contact: (804) 355-3648; agelasto4richmondcitycouncil@ gmail.com Website: www. parkerforcitycouncil.com Voters should support me as an incumbent candidate for Richmond City Council because: For the past four years on City Council, I have worked to resolve hundreds of citizen concerns no matter the complexity. I have been active and involved, regularly attending civic association meetings and church worships, hosting town hall meetings and neighborhood cleanups. I have been engaged in an open dialogue with residents about issues important to them. I have worked to increase funding for Richmond Public Schools, to improve city services and to create more transparency and accountability at City Hall. I have acted responsibly, responsively and resourcefully. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? Increasing opportunity by creating well-paying jobs and improving our school system. We need jobs that pay a living wage. The best way to prepare someone is to have strong schools where graduates are ready for college or receive good job training. I am honored to receive the endorsement of the Richmond Education Association. Transparency and accountability. Richmonders have lost confidence and faith in their government. Basic city services are failing or lacking – overgrown grass, dangerous potholes, broken sidewalks, lack of responses at City Hall. Richmonders deserve better and they deserve to know how their tax dollars are being spent and why. How I plan to address those issues in another term on the City Council: I will continue to be active, involved and out in the district, responding to citizens’ concerns. I will continue hosting regular district meetings. Like I did with the welding certification program and bike racks, I will continue working with residents to improve job training and access to jobs. I will continue working with RPS and its teachers. I will continue to be a strong advocate for transparency and accountability so we know how and where our tax money is going

and to ensure that City Hall is responsive to the citizens’ needs for basic services.

District 5

Montigue T. Magruder Age: 29 Occupation: Caretaker Education: Attended Earle C. Clements Job Corps Academy, Morganfield, Ky., 2007 Civic/Community Activities: Member, GRTC & Transit Study Task Force; member, general executive board, Industrial Workers of the World Contact: (804) 714-8697; MontigueM@gmail.com Website: www.facebook.com/ MMagruderRCC2016/ I decided to become a candidate for Richmond City Council because: City Council has consistently ignored the voices of “the least of us” over the past eight years. I’m running for City Council to be the voice for the people ignored by the city and to ensure that their concerns are represented on City Council. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? Increasing water rates and lack of attention to the schools. How I plan to address those issues as a City Council member: 1. Seek reductions in water rates. Support a legal challenge or public referendum on the PILOT fee attached to water bills. Require disclosure of the PILOT in the interim and seek an “opt-out” option on paying the PILOT fee. 2. Draft an ordinance directing all of the meals tax revenues to the maintenance and operational needs of Richmond Public Schools. Work with the School Board to remove metal detectors and reduce police presence in the schools. Seek legal challenge to the local composite index and misuse of Virginia lottery funds by the state.

District 5

Garrett L. Sawyer Age: 30 Occupation: Senior recruiter, True Health Diagnostics Education: Bachelor of arts, English language and literature, University of Virginia, 2008; master’s of public administration, Strayer University, 2010 Civic/Community Activities: Co-facilitator, Greeters Ministry, The Saint Paul’s Baptist Church; Voter registration, education, GOTV volunteer, Richmond City Democratic Committee and Richmond Crusade for Voters Contact: (804) 839-1626; sawyerforcouncil@gmail.com Website: www.garrettsawyer. org I decided to become a candidate for Richmond City Council because: The City of Richmond government is in a state of turmoil. The foundation of a successful government is a strong financial system. We do not have that in Richmond today. Richmond should strive to have an enlightened government, one that understands the city’s financial state and actively pursues avenues to address deficiencies. We need elected officials who have strong financial and resource allocation backgrounds, as I do, to address the growing challenges the city faces, particularly ensuring a steady stream of funding and resources for Richmond Public Schools. Establishing a strong financial base will ensure the city moves forward. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? Each time I knock on doors in my district, my fellow residents share their concerns with the lack of funding and resources for Richmond Public Schools and the uptick in crime, including petty theft, shootings and car accidents due to speeding. We must remember that our educational system is the driver for the city to move forward. A strong education system drives new families and small businesses into the city. It also helps with crime prevention. Once we truly make education one of our top priorities, we will see great change. How I plan to address those issues as a City Council member: We must get our house in order and determine, through an audit, what monies we have available to allocate into our educational system and public safety departments. As it relates to education, I believe community schools are important to help rebuild our communities. As

a member of City Council, I will work with all stakeholders to determine how we can start conversations, create a plan and build upon the community schools concept. I have found that when schools and communities work together to support learning, everyone benefits. Community schools facilitate access to a range of learning opportunities and developmental support.

District 6

Ellen F. Robertson Age: 65 Occupation: Founder and former executive director, NonProfit Housing Community Development Inc. in Highland Park Education: B.S., urban studies and planning, Virginia Commonwealth University Civic/Community Activities: Current 6th District City Councilwoman Contact: (804) 520-2702; robertson4the6th@aol.com Website: www. ellenfrobertsonrva.com Voters should support me as an incumbent candidate for Richmond City Council because: To continue trusted, experienced leadership. More than $700 million investment has been made in city facilities and infrastructure. In the 6th District, three new schools have been built, a new Justice Center, new workforce center, renovated fire and police stations, libraries and community centers, paved streets and bike trails, sidewalks and traffic calmers. Within 12 months, an additional $150 million in housing, a new Social Enterprise Center, 150 restored homes for seniors, a new grocery store and a landscaping apprenticeship for low-income and Section 8 residents to beautify public housing lawns will be done. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district: Families of the 6th District live in two different communities — highest low-wealth poverty communities and newly developed millennial communities. Poverty struggles are generational, fueled by a history of under-education and employment. Sustainable employment, affordable health, housing and quality education for children are needed. Millennials live largely in rehabilitated neighborhoods in which the city abates about $1.8 million annually in taxes on new real estate values at $1.2 billion. Millennials need more community amenities, neighborhood businesses, parks, street lights, trees and traffic controls. Millennials wanting to raise a family are concerned about quality schools and education. How do you plan to address these issues in another term on City Council? The highest priority is closing the academic achievement gap for 20,000 Richmond Public Schools children. School funding by formula which sets annual appropriations and equity per-student cost for academic attainment will be granted. To address economic growth, I commit to continue controlled debt growth, reducing poverty as promised, collecting all outstanding taxes and fees, developing blighted, tax delinquent properties, providing decent, affordable housing in safe neighborhoods with access to good schools, food, transportation and health care. I commit to developing jobs on Jefferson Davis Highway and Commerce Road, the medical/biotech park, the city port and prime land on I-64/I-95 in the city.

District 6

Donald L. Moss III Age: 32 Occupation: Consultant Education: B.A., public policy, Virginia Commonwealth University Civic/Community Activities: Member, Southern Barton Heights Community Association; founder, Downtown Residents Association Contact: (804) 869-1279; donald@mossforcouncil.com Website: www.mossforcouncil. com I decided to become a candidate for Richmond City Council because: I run not to oppose any person or any set of policies, but rather to bring a new vision of Richmond local government as one that is focused on what matters — schools, roads and safe neighborhoods. I’m tired of underfunding education,

throwing money away on the Washington NFL team and bike races, and elected officials who are more concerned with a title than hard work. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? Underfunded schools caused by 20 years of unaddressed blight and poverty. How I plan to address those issues as a City Council member: To raise the revenue, we need to do right by our children. I will create a land bank to use as an open and transparent clearinghouse for severely blighted and tax delinquent properties. These properties will go to nonprofits and for-profit organizations with the expectation they will be turned into single or multi-family housing, workforce housing or commercial where appropriate. These new revenues will enable us to fully fund our schools, repair our streets and hire the police and fire officers we desperately need.

District 7

Cynthia I. Newbille Age: Education: B.A., psychology and linguistics, and M.A., psychology, S.U.N.Y. at Stony Brook; Ph.D., public policy and administration, Virginia Commonwealth University Occupation: Program officer and patient centered medical home coordinator, Richmond Memorial Health Foundation Civic/Community Activities: Chair, Sister Fund Giving Circle; Storefront for Community Design Contact: (804) 321-3807; cynthianewbille@gmail.com Voters should support me as an incumbent candidate for Richmond City Council because: I am a leader who gets results! I have worked diligently and collaboratively to build a healthier, economically, socially and culturally more vibrant East End community. I have successfully advocated for funding and other resources to address District 5’s major challenges. We have made significant progress — East End Library renovation, new homes, new businesses, new medical center in Fulton, BRT with connectors underway and a new grocery store recently finalized. There is still more to do. I have demonstrated that I can get the job done for our district, working collaboratively/collectively with all stakeholders. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? A critical challenge is the provision of a high quality education for our children. Given our district’s and the city’s recent spike in crime, and its high poverty and unemployment rates, enhanced public safety — police and fire — and economic/community development strategies will be paramount in creating and maintaining a safe, sustainable high quality of life for all East End and Richmond residents. These strategies must focus on ensuring adequate public safety professionals, as well as accelerated economic/ community development, including housing, transportation, business development, job creation, youth and family services, parks, environmental health and commercial corridor revitalization opportunities. How I plan to address those issues in another term on the City Council: I will continue to work collaboratively, inclusively and strategically with the School Board, City Council, the city administration, the community, and other partners to identify and codify dedicated city and other funding sources/strategies to support the construction of state of the art schools/community resource centers serving children and families; expand high-quality before- during and after-school programs and services; and support funding for competitive staffing and expanded professional development for teachers, and curriculum enhancement. I will continue to advocate and support funding for public safety and initiatives to holistically address poverty.

in Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority housing Contact: (804) 690-2826; joshrva7@gmail.com Website: www.facebook.com/ joshdistrict7 I decided to become a candidate for Richmond City Council because: I want to continue my service to my community where my skills and leadership experience can be applied best. I want to more effectively advocate for and represent our neighborhoods. I will listen, respond and fight to protect our neighborhoods from increased living costs and prevent pushing our neighbors farther and farther to the fringes. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? Poverty and housing, and the execution of basic services. How I plan to address those issues as a City Council member: Hold accountable those that are in charge of executing basic services. Address poverty on three fronts: 1. Sponsor people for employment opportunities, regardless of their background, with local business and city employers. 2. Increase the availability of transportation and family care services to support working families. 3. Redevelop our housing to mixed-income housing with a sponsored path to ownership instead of perpetual reduced rent. This approach will build confidence based on dignity and respect, as well keeping our neighbors in our communities and not push them out.

District 8

Reva M. Trammell Age: 62 Occupation: Property owner/ manager Education: High school Civic/Community Activities: As the 8th District City Council representative, I attend many civic association meetings within my district and hold the 8th District meeting on the third Thursday of each month from April through December. Contact: (804) 240-5050; reva. trammell@richmondgov.com Website: None Voters should support me as an incumbent candidate for Richmond City Council because: As the longest tenured councilperson on City Council, and as one who is a lifelong resident of my district, I bring a high level of experience and knowledge to the office. In my most recent term, we have been successful in bringing several multimillion-dollar projects to the 8th District, including the American Tobacco and Clopton Siteworks multiuse developments, the refurbishing of the Richmond Deepwater Terminal port and the purchase and reopening of the former Summer Hill Elementary School. The projects will bring much-needed jobs to the district. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? I think all would agree that improving our school system is at the top of the list. Second, bringing jobs to the district is also important, as well as ridding our streets of crime, prostitution and drugs. How I plan to address those issues in another term on the City Council: I will continue to speak out about the waste in the city government budget and the excessive spending on trophy projects like the Shockoe Bottom ballpark, of which I was opposed, and the UCI bike race. I strongly support Umesh Dalal, our city auditor, and will continue to be a voice for the people to make sure their hard-earned tax dollars are not wasted. I will also work to improve the infrastructure in the 8th District and restore and improve the basic services. I will continue to push for funding to support our police officers and firefighters.

Leon Benjamin Sr. Age: 48 Occupation: Bishop and senior pastor, New Life Harvest Church Inc.; chairman, Next Generation Learning Center & Day Care Education: B.A. in biblical studies; M.A. in religion; D.C.E. in Christian Education Civic/Community Activities: Faith Leaders Initiative in cooperation with the Richmond City Police Department; yearly summer camp program for children Contact: (804) 426-5314; leon@benjaminforcitycouncil. com Website: www. benjaminforcitycouncil.com I decided to become a candidate for Richmond City Council because: We wanted to make a difference in our community, being a resident for more than 25 years, and effect change for future generations while building a stronger city. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? Schools and our economy. How I plan to address those issues as a City Council member: We will seek the funding needed to build high-standard facilities or repair the ones that meet our standards to house our children. We will seek the best teachers and pay them the salary they deserve based on RPS qualifications. We will make every effort to keep children from having to walk long distances to a bus stop. We will focus on bringing new businesses into our district, offering incentives and promoting partnerships. New businesses will help create jobs and mentorship programs to prepare people to work. New home improvement projects and advocacy for home ownership also will be a major focus.

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Age: 29 Occupation: Self-employed small business owner and an officer in the Virginia Army National Guard Education: B.A., political science, Virginia Commonwealth University Civic/Community Activities: Advocacy for people who live

I decided to become a candidate for Richmond City Council because: 8th District groups recognized me as a tireless advocate for the city and communities. I was asked to consider running for the position based on my experience as vice president of production for one of the largest labor unions in America. I helped create jobs, maintain equitable treatment of employees and negotiated contracts. These experiences have taught me how to work and collaborate with City Council, the city administration, business community and first responders. I will bring respect and transparency to the city and to the district. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? Education and poverty are the two most critical challenges. How I plan to address those issues as a City Council member? When we start to address the needs of the community through employment, this will increase the standard of living. When the standard of living is increased, then our school performances will increase, crime will decrease and health issues will start to decrease with the aid of better health care. I will support fully funding for our schools and seek accountability from the School Board.

Age: 80 Occupation: Retired technician, Lucent Technology Education: Attended John Tyler Community College Civic/Community Activities: President, Upper Reservoir District; former president, Brookbury Homeowners Association. Contact: (804) 279-8816; lightneramelia@yahoo.com Website:

Age: 37 Occupation: Independent contractor, social worker and policy consultant Education: Bachelor of arts, psychology, Virginia Union University, 2004; master’s in social work, clinical social work and policy and practice, New York University, 2011; Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute, Virginia Commonwealth University Civic/Community Activities: Mentoring and creating community events for children, adolescents and young adults; volunteering and creating community events for Please turn to B8

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Council candidates outline qualifications Continued from B7 homeless population. Contact: (804) 571-1582; pegramcitycouncil9@gmail. com Website: http://gtpegram.wix. com/gpegramcitycouncil9 I decided to become a candidate for Richmond City Council because: I decided to become a candidate to apply my expertise to identify and correct the dire needs in my district and the city Richmond. It would be a great honor to serve. As a leader, I’m seeking election to carry out responsibilities fully, rather than proposed promises and separate agendas that won’t consider my constituents and support colleagues on City Council, School Board and mayor. My top

priorities — encouraging others to make an impact, reviewing outdated policies, increasing cohesiveness within the district and the city and gaining equitable resources for my district and the city. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? Education is critical to the city’s future. Working closely with constituents, the mayor, City Council colleagues and School Board representatives is imperative. RPS has the largest budget of money per teacher being spent per student. To keep effective teachers, RPS must have a safe environment, proper relationship between teachers and administrators, and pay based upon experience and ability. Addressing crime is a necessary precursor to neighborhood

revitalization efforts. It can be very difficult to attract businesses, homeowners or other investors to neighborhoods that have significant crime or that are perceived as being unsafe. How I plan to address those issues as a City Council member: My plan to assist with the decisions to improve Richmond Public Schools would include the corporate community’s responsibility toward the success of schools. Business has to be an adviser on curriculum and workforce trends. On public safety, I will ensure that my personal involvement with constituents will be to develop community/neighborhood outreach programs with the police department, as well as creating more sustainable and engaged civic associations.

Decreasing the crime rate in Richmond must include the support of everyone to recognize the problems toward effective solutions.

District 9

Marcus Omar Squires Age: 24 Occupation: Paralegal, The Agarwal Law Firm; instructional assistant, Blackwell Elementary School Education: Studied at the Catholic Institute of Paris;

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University of New Haven, Paris Campus; Novancia Business School Paris; graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University Civic/Community Activities: Vice chair, Richmond Sister Cities Commission; chair, Richmond Upon the Thames Committee Contact: (804) 617-7585; squiresmo@mymail.vcu.edu Website: www.facebook.com/ Marcus4the9th/ I decided to become a candidate for Richmond City Council because: Currently Richmond is in the midst of a transition. When a transition begins, it has the potential to keep going, but it also has the same potential to stop. I aim to continue this momentum. The 9th District has

some of the greatest potential not only as a logistic hub but also, as stated in Richmond’s master plan, “to support an urban core.” Drastic change does not happen overnight. But if we can plant the seeds, we may be able to reap the benefits in the future. We need to take a close look at our current issues, which I plan to do. What do you see as the top two issues facing your district? Our top two issues are infrastructure and schools. Currently, the 9th District has a vacant Elkhardt Middle School that is supposed to be replaced. We also have aging schools that need upgrades. We also have issues with our district’s infrastructure. We still have major roads without sidewalks and we are still dealing with flood mitigation issues and streets that

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J.E. Dawson Boyer Age: 31 Education: Bachelor’s in history, Virginia Military Institute Occupation: Real estate agent, Long & Foster; small business owner, Boyer’s Ice Cream & Coffee Civic/Community Activities: 1st District School Board representative; Thomas Jefferson High School Vikings Fund Contact: (804) 740-3000; Dawson.Boyer@gmail.com Website: BoyerForSchoolBoard.com Voters should support me as an incumbent candidate for Richmond School Board because: I am the “parent candidate.” Married to a teacher, I have been volunteering and fundraising to improve our schools for the past six years, and I have the experience and relationships needed to build a stronger school system. After my appointment to the board in February 2016, I worked closely with teachers and the administration to ensure the teachers and staff received long overdue salary increases. I have built partnerships with nonprofits, such as the Cameron K. Gallagher Foundation, to serve our students at no cost to the taxpayers or school division. I have assisted parents with securing a competitive curriculum for our students. What do you see as the top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools? The top two issues facing RPS are facilities and curriculum. Many of our facilities are in need of updating or renovating. The conditions of some of these facilities create distractions and present safety concerns that inhibit our students from learning. Over the last decade, we have seen many of our elementary schools improve due to strong community and parent involvement. We need this level of involvement at all of our schools. But to ensure we do not lose families after elementary school, we must have curriculum offerings that serve and challenge all of our children. How I plan to address those issues in another term on the Richmond School Board: In order to begin addressing the challenges our facilities face, we need to become more efficient with the budget we have and build partnerships with our local business community. RPS has been greatly underfunded for years, and we need to acquire funds from the city and the community that will allow us to get over the hump. We need to ensure all of our schools are accredited. To do this, we need to teach for literacy and not for the SOLs. My efforts will be to work with the administration to make sure our curriculum is achieving literacy.

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Liz B. Doerr Age: 30 Education: B.A. in economics and MBA, with concentration in finance, College of William & Mary Occupation: Director at NRV, Richmond-based venture capital firm Civic/Community Activities: Executive committee member, Impact 100; Governor’s Council on Youth Entrepreneurship Contact: (804) 731-6949; Liz@LizDoerr4SchoolBoard. com Website: www. lizdoerr4schoolboard.com I decided to become a candidate for Richmond School Board because: I believe that when you love your community, you do what you can to give back. I come from a family of educators. As a lifelong education advocate, I know that investing in our schools is the single most important thing we can do to make the world a better place. There is a lot of positive momentum in the city and I want to make sure that we funnel

this energy, excitement and growth into our schools to continue to propel Richmond forward. What do you see as the top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools? The School Board needs to get back to basics. I believe it is most important that our incoming School Board members increase communication and collaboration, and increase budget transparency. It is only through shared accountability and collaboration that we will be capable of achieving better teacher retention, student outcomes and gaining more resources for RPS. How I plan to address those issues as a School Board member: • Increase communication/collaboration. • Identify opportunities to increase the frequency and ways in which we deliver information to the general public and parents. • Employ the same vigor to address challenges as to highlight successes. • Foster a non-adversarial relationship with City Council to ensure schools are safe and positive places to learn. • Advocate to make sure Richmond is getting our fair share of the state’s budget. • Increase budget transparency. • Use finance experience to understand budget line items. • Help prioritize and advocate for RPS budget needs as well as identify opportunities for budget efficiencies.

District 2

J. Scott Barlow Age: 28 Education: B.S. business administration, The Citadel; J.D., Drexel University, Thomas R. Kline School of Law Occupation: Contract manager Civic/Community Activities: Vice president, Metro Area Young Democrats; Support Our Schools Contact: (804) 616-3132; Scott@VoteBarlow.com Website: www.VoteBarlow. com I decided to become a candidate for Richmond School Board because: I believe that every student has the right to a quality public education. I had the opportunity to attend great public schools. Meanwhile, my mother was teaching in schools that had much greater challenges. While helping out in my mom’s classroom as a child, I realized that all too often the neighborhood where a child grows up determines the quality of the education he or she receives. I see that Richmond has similar challenges. I view the disparate treatment of students in our education system as a grave injustice that I am determined to help fix in Richmond. What do you see as the top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools? It’s no secret that RPS has higher teacher turnover rates than other school districts in the region and our students suffer from the loss of experienced, quality educators. Furthermore, the costs incurred in our efforts to recruit teachers to replace those who are leaving RPS are exorbitant. I also believe that RPS needs to encourage a high level of community engagement and support for our schools. Many of the key issues facing our teachers and students cannot simply be solved by throwing money at our schools’ problems. We need stakeholders throughout our city to pitch in to support our schools. How I plan to address those issues as a School Board member: I plan to work with the School Board and administration to implement policies that reduce teacher turnover by providing healthy, comfortable teaching environments and paying fair salaries to our teachers. I will champion efforts to provide more support for our teachers in the classroom, such as providing technological resources and encouraging parental involvement. In order to increase community involvement, we need to emphasize a collaborative approach to

school leadership throughout the city’s government that focuses on developing a shared vision for the future of our schools, engaging key stakeholders, and seeking community involvement and transparency in decision making.

District 2

Mariah L. White Age: 50 Education: A.A.S., J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College; B.S., Virginia Commonwealth University; MBA, Strayer University Occupation: Current federal government employee; retired, U.S. Army officer Civic/ Community Activities: Carver Area Civic Improvement League; volunteer, Carver Promise mentor with Communities in Schools Contact: (804) 350-0189; mwhite712@Comcast.net Website: www. MariahWhite4Kids.net

I decided to become a candidate for Richmond School Board because: I know there are workable solutions available that will enhance our children’s learning achievements and test scores without creating a hardship for taxpayers. I am a proud mom, wife, 26-year Army veteran and Richmond native. For the past seven years, I have fought for change within RPS, demanding equal opportunities for all children. I have advocated on rezoning, better teacher pay, more nurses, better facilities and quality education. I have championed local and state lawmakers to invest more money into Richmond Public Schools. If elected, I can fight from the inside for our children. What do you see as the top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools? Lack of resources and services and accreditation and graduation. How I plan to address those issues as a School Board member: I plan to bring education to the forefront of Richmond issues. I will continue to champion City Council and state lawmakers to invest more money and resources into RPS, ensure money is evenly distributed throughout the districts, review benchmarks, data, matrixes and reform policies as required, ensure higher pay for technical certifications, increase mentorships and more after-school tutors, focus on special education children’s needs and services, ensure long-term contracts are cost effective to the budget, and build relationships and partnerships with community, businesses and agencies for support.

District 3

Jeff M. Bourne Age: 40 Education: B.A., economics, and J.D., College of William & Mary Occupation: Attorney Civic/Community Activities: Board of managers, Next Up; board of directors, Fit4Kids Contact: (804) 338-3064; jeffmbourne@gmail.com Website: www. jeffmbourne.com

Voters should support me as an incumbent candidate for Richmond School Board because: RPS has the foundation upon which we can build a dynamic and successful school system. We have: • Expanded opportunities for online course offerings; • Increased student access to Advanced Programs, SAT, Springboard and AP Capstone and IB programs launched at Chimborazo Elementary, Lucille Brown Middle and Thomas Jefferson High; • Partnered with Richmond Police to implement L.I.F.E., a diversion program to reduce school-based arrests; • Decompressed the salary scale; • Increased pre-K enrollment to 1,200;

• Developed innovative ways to fund our high school marching bands; • Initiated a comprehensive audit of RPS by the city auditor; and • An online “check registry” increasing accountability and transparency. What do you see as the top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools? RPS has many areas of opportunity. First, RPS must continue to focus on attracting and retaining the best teachers and principals. Those are the two most important factors for student success. Second, student discipline continues to be a significant challenge in RPS. How I plan to address those issues in another term on the Richmond School Board: We have to finish the salary decompression plan. That is a top priority for our teachers this year and we began to address it. Second, every one of our budgets has to include raises for our employees. They work tirelessly every day to change the lives of young people in Richmond and they deserve better. Regarding student discipline, we have to make sure that our approach reflects the principle that when students are not in school, students are not learning. We need to continue to develop more programs like L.I.F.E., our diversion program in partnership with Richmond Police.

District 3

Jessee M. Perry Age: 27 Education: B.A., political science, philosophy and communications studies, Randolph-Macon College; working on M.S. in management, Strayer University Occupation: Area sales manager, Farmers Insurance Civic/Community Activities: Volunteer as a debate judge and contributor for RVA Dirt Contact: votejesseeperry@ gmail.com Website: www. votejesseeperry.org I decided to become a candidate for Richmond School Board because: Our children deserve better. We need elected officials who stand up for children in all districts and are professional, strong leaders. Richmond needs leaders who can drive results, work with anyone and work for everyone. I am that leader. Economic development projects will continue to waste taxpayer dollars until we have a top-tier school system. I do not have any children, but I understand the value of education and working to change things now instead of waiting until the problem directly impacts my family. What do you see as the top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools? 1. Elected officials who do not work together and prioritize schools. This directly impacts the budget and our ability to invest in basic needs, such as building repairs. 2. Lack of opportunities for adults perpetuates systemic poverty. We need to work together to address job creation, public housing conditions, transportation, access to resources, crime and more. A School Board member needs be an advocate in these conversations and provide context for how these challenges impact our students. How I plan to address those issues as a School Board member: In both cases, I plan to establish relationships with the mayor, City Council, General Assembly, community members and parents to lead a coordinated effort of all stakeholders to improve schools together. Today we have leaders in public office who are not able to work together or appropriately address controversy to move forward. Without changing our leadership, we will remain stagnant. I am a leader who can drive change for our city and our children.

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Kevin A. Starlings Age: 30 Education: Studied music education, J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College; studied business management, John Tyler Community College and Regent University Occupation: Executive management Civic/Community Activities: Boy Scouts of America — I’m an Eagle Scout; volunteer music educator, John Marshall High School Contact: (804) 482-0752; info@ Starlings4RichmondKids. com Website: www. Starlings4RichmondKids. com

I decided to become a candidate for Richmond School Board because: My heart goes out to these students. They deserve better representation than they have received over the last four years. I have one purpose — to effectively advocate for our children and to ensure that we have safe and equitable schools across the district. This is a crucial time in which our system is in need of a new direction. The School Board will allow me to continue working and advocating for the education of all children, as I have been doing for the last 10 years, but on a platform to drive results for a better RPS. What do you see as the top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools? My top concerns are our ability to effectively serve all children in the community and also our ability to recruit and retain qualified teachers. We are a diverse community and we have to celebrate that diversity. Our schools are here to serve

the educational needs of all children, regardless of ZIP code, race or status. In order to do that, we must ensure that we also value what matters most, and that is our direct connection to our students and the teachers. We must have qualified teachers in our classrooms and the necessary resources/services to support them. How I plan to address those issues as a School Board member: My focus will be on how we structure our schools that serve each community and every child. I will continue to protect the rights to a quality education in a productive environment and ensure our students are receiving the necessary resources and services. Accountability is key in order to address these issues. It is also critical to develop programs that increase the probability that recruits will succeed. Poor leaders and lack of support will hurt us every time. RPS has an abundance of exceptional teachers. But day in and day out, they are being run away because of leadership issues. We have to stop this.

District 4

M. Barrett Hardiman Age: 37 Education: B.A., government and economics, University of Virginia Occupation: Director of government affairs, Luck Companies Civic/Community Activities: Chairman, Virginia Solar Energy Development Authority; chairman, Capital Region Collaborative Coordinated Transportation Action Team Contact: (804) 495-1203; Barrett4RPS@gmail.com Website: www. BarrettHardiman.com

I decided to become a candidate for Richmond School Board because: I’m running for the School Board because I believe every child in Richmond has a right to a world-class education. In just a year, my own daughter will enter the public school system and I want her to be proud to tell her friends that she goes to Richmond Public Schools. I know there is untapped potential all over this city, and I am confident that we can build an amazing school system that will help unlock that potential by engaging the community, building a path to success and uniting our diverse neighborhoods to build a culture that is uniquely RVA. What do you see as the top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools? I believe the top two issues facing RPS are racism and poverty. Those two issues manifest themselves in a myriad of problems that have resulted in historic disinvestment and disinterest in our schools. As a result, those with means have left the system and those who can’t leave have suffered from a community that is disengaged in their children’s success. Our children deserve better from us. How I plan to address those issues as a School Board member: The Support RPS movement has shown that the larger Richmond community cares about our schools. We need to tap into those resources to provide a wider range of opportunities for our students. I don’t think as a School Board member I can eliminate racism and poverty. However, through our school system, we can provide an avenue out of poverty for our most vulnerable students and a place where diversity is celebrated rather than feared.

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Irvine Lee Reaves Jr. Age: 31 Education: B.A., economics, University of Virginia; J.D., George Mason School of Law Occupation: Attorney Civic/Community Activities: Assistant varsity basketball coach, J.R. Tucker High School; Member, Hill-Tucker Bar Association Contact: ReavesforSchools @gmail.com I decided to become a candidate for Richmond School Board because: I am a product of the 4th District. I attended Southampton Elementary and Thompson Middle before I matriculated to Richmond Community High School. I became a candidate to ensure the opportunities that missed my generation do not repeat themselves for my children, Madison, at J.B. Fisher Elementary, and Irvine III. What do you see as the top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools? The top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools are creating educational opportunities and stressing educational fundamentals for young people. I know Richmond has some of the best administrators, teachers, parents and students. It is time to start treating them as such. With that said, providing world-class opportunities without mastering reading fundamentals will leave our children without a proper background to compete in the 21st century. How I plan to address those issues as a School Board member: I plan on fighting for after-school programs that continue the learning day well past the last

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District 4

Sean M. Smith Age: 28 Education: None listed Occupation: Victimwitness specialist Civic/Community Activities: Volunteer and former board member, Virginia Anti-Violence Project; volunteer and alumnus; Partnership For the Future Contact: (804) 258-0643; smsmith228@gmail.com Website: www. seanmsmith.org I decided to become a candidate for Richmond School Board because: I believe that we must install a new generation of leadership to progress toward not only addressing but effectively implementing solutions to the many cultural, financial and systemic issues that have plagued RPS for decades. I am running because I know that, with my background in social policy, community organizing and public administration, I bring the necessary holistic skills and lived experience to provide solutions to positively enhance the current state of our school system. What do you see as the top two issues facing

Richmond Public Schools? 1. Lack of dedicated local funding to enhance programs and construct new facilities. 2. Disproportionate number of suspensions lodged against students of color and students with special needs, which coincides with extreme systemic issues with our Special Education Department. How I plan to address those issues as a School Board member: I will work with both my colleagues and the community to lobby the General Assembly to restructure the current ineffective funding practices of providing more dollars to high-performing schools, as opposed to schools in need, and implement a stable dedicated funding source to ensure our schools aren’t battling for money each year. I will continue to expand and implement social justice program models within the school system to reduce suspensions, and work with Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Education and the Virginia Department of Education to conduct a full evaluation of our Special Education Program to highlight inefficiencies and improve services.

District 4

Jonathan M. Young Age: 39 Education: Bachelor’s degree, College of William & Mary; graduate degree, Virginia Commonwealth University Occupation: Teacher, Virginia State University Civic/Community Activities: President, Southampton Citizens Association; Fundraiser for Richmond Area Program for Minorities in Engineering Contact: (804) 320-4251; jonathanyoungtransform ourschools@yahoo.com

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I decided to become a candidate for Richmond School Board because: I feel as though I am on the front lines in regard to innovation in education and making positive things happen for young people. An instructor at Virginia State University, I have been very fortunate and most privileged to have worked with thousands of students. The relationships that I am blessed with speak to how I have been front and center in creating transformative experiences and opportunities for hundreds of young men and women. What do you see as the top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools? Our schools are losing teachers at an alarming rate. We are retaining teachers for just two years before they depart for teaching jobs in the counties. Why? Every teacher that departs shares the same answer, i.e. the administrators/middle-managers. We are top heavy. We are spending more money per capita on administrators’ salaries than any municipality in the region, except for the City of Petersburg. All the middle managers do is micromanage teachers, forcing them to teach from the same curriculum, use the same lesson plans and teach to the test. How I plan to address those issues as a School Board member: My priority is the teacher. I want every teacher to have the autonomy/freedom that I have as a college instructor. I want teachers to be CEO of the classroom, to be entrepreneurial, to be able to innovate/create, to take risks. I want to create a culture that accommodates risk-taking, problem-solving and deviating from orthodoxy. That’s how we retain our teachers and our schools improve. I am running for School Board to use the budget to start eliminating administrators’ positions. My priority is the teacher.

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Mamie L. Taylor Age: 47 Education: Bachelor’s degree, Virginia Commonwealth University Occupation: 5th District School Board representative; former English and journalism teacher, Richmond Community High School and Huguenot High School Civic/Community Activities: Volunteer advocate for families with special needs children; Get-out-the-vote efforts, Richmond Crusade for Voters Contact: (804) 908-4232; mtaylor4@rvaschools.net

Voters should support me as an incumbent candidate for Richmond School Board because: I am truly a woman of integrity. I’m not afraid to stand up for what’s right in support of children. I empower the people with information, transparency and inclusion. As an educator, I know the significance of a strong school climate and culture, curriculum aligned to instruction, parental involvement and a student-based budget. My track record shows that I love to serve. Support for me is support for the community, as I understand that elected officials are servants of the people and children. What do you see as the top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools? The top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools are student achievement and the condition of our schools. As leaders, our top responsibility is to educate all children in an environment that is conducive to learning. In order to address the concern of academic improvement in a healthy environment, we must begin by having an honest conversation about what the root causes are to those

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problems. Simultaneously, we must secure financing to facilitate learning while ensuring that the funds in place are appropriated equitably and responsibly. In doing so, we can prioritize motivating our students to learn and staff to educate. How I plan to address those issues in another term on the Richmond School Board: In another term on the School Board, I will continue to write policies that positively impact students. So far, I have recommended kindergarten policy revisions (approved in 2013), allowing students to test for K-5 if their fifth birthday is by Dec. 31. I drafted the equity policy ensuring distribution of resources equitably. I also identified $7 million in vacant positions and redistributed to academic improvement. I will continue to ensure teachers are trained, parents are involved and buildings are maintained, while creating a new steam of funding for capital improvement. I will also promote stronger literacy programs.

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Patrick M. Sapini Age: 46 Education: B.S., biology, St. John’s University; Doctoral degree in Podiatric Medicine, New York College of Podiatric Medicine Occupation: Podiatrist; president and founder, Foothold Podiatry Group. Civic/Community Activities: PTAs and parent volunteer, Clark Springs, John B. Cary and Linwood Holton elementary schools; Board member, Wyatt T. Walker Education Foundation Contact: (804) 803-1417; patricksapini4rps@gmail. com Website: www.votesapini. org

I decided to become a candidate for Richmond School Board because: Having four children attending Richmond Public Schools, I believe it is important that elected School Board members have a vested interest in RPS. I have a vested interest, not only because of my children, but because many parents and children are desperately depending on the school system to produce the next generation of leaders. As a medical professional, I am a strong advocate for increasing STEM programs. I also am keenly aware that if we are to attract a high caliber of citizens that will contribute to the well-being of our city, we must have high performing schools. What do you see as the top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools? The top two issues that I believe are facing Richmond Public Schools are low student achievement and the high poverty rate and/ or inadequate funding. How I plan to address those issues as a School Board member: I would like to propose to my School Board colleagues that we charge the superintendent with developing a plan of action with a timeframe for improving student achievement. It is widely known that the high poverty rate in RPS can be reduced by providing a quality education To obtain adequate funding for RPS will require support from parents, teachers, the business community, the faith community, community volunteers, taxpayers and all stakeholders who have a vested interest in our children.

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Shonda M. HarrisMuhammed Age: 43

Education: B.S., Norfolk State University, 1997; M.S., Walden University, 2003; Doctoral program, Walden University, anticipated completion, December 2016 Occupation: Educator Civic/Community Activities: Member and co-chairman of Connection Committee, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority; founder, Northside Coalition for Children Contact: (804)687-6743; Shonda.harrismuhammed@ gmail.com Website: www. vote4shonda.weebly.com Voters should support me as an incumbent candidate for Richmond School Board because: For the past four years, I have drowned myself in the policies and procedures that do not support all children of Richmond Public Schools, such as the former transportation procedures, the school start times, equal funding of athletic equipment for all schools, the human resources procedures and policies that truly were outdated and, in some cases, favored certain schools over others, and training for all School Board members, to identify a few. As a School Board member, I have continued to keep the main thing, the main thing — and that is children. What do you see as the top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools? 1. Local Composite Index: RPS is not by far the richest school division in Virginia. As a School Board member, I advocated and supported local divisions and several delegates to address this issue and will continue to do so as the returning School Board member for the 6th District. 2. The school district as I have observed it has made many bold implementations and positive changes for an onward instructional program. However, we must implement more efficiently. There are three things that move a school district forward to positive accreditation ratings federally, locally and statewide — instruction, instruction and instruction. How I plan to address

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those issues in another term on the Richmond School Board: 1. Continue to collaborate with the “Team of Ten,” as it is often missed that School Board members do collaborate and get the work done because the negative unfortunately is seen by the community rather than the positive that the School Board has implemented and modeled with the district leadership. Collaboration, not friendship, is key. 2. We, as a School Board, must review, revise and reinvent the strategic plan for the district. We spent four years without reviewing the district’s shared vision, mission and strategic plan. This is unacceptable. I often spoke to it with deep concern and conviction.

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Felicia D. Cosby Age: 45 Education: B.A., print journalism, Howard University; MBA, Virginia Commonwealth University Occupation: Director, Success By 25 Civic/Community Activities: National Coalition of 100 Black Women Contact: (804) 901-1252; Felicia4schools@gmail.com Website: www. felicia4schools.com

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School Board candidates share vision Continued from B10 ages 16 to 24 prepare for and find sustainable careers, I see the gaps in our system that must be addressed today in order for us to have a strong tomorrow. What do you see as the top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools? RPS lacks adequate resources — both fiscally and in human talent, as well as the lack of collaborative efforts to address concentrated areas of poverty and the subsequent effects of poverty that plague our students and the families we serve. How I plan to address those issues as a School Board member: I plan to address these issues and more by creating policies promoting equitable strategies and programs that bring about the highest achievement of all students within the district. My goal is to ensure we have the right curriculum, the right school building leadership and the right teachers in the classroom; that we champion all stakeholders — parents, community leaders, city administration, elected officials at all levels and business and faith-based communities — to ensure we have adequate fiscal and human talent in place and that we develop new, innovative opportunities to prepare our students to be globally competitive for college and/or careers.

District 7

Nadine Marsh-Carter Age: 52 Education: B.A., journalism and political science, University of Richmond; J.D., T.C. Williams Law School, University of Richmond Occupation: President and CEO, Children’s Home Society of Virginia Civic/Community Activities: Board member,

Church Hill Activities & Tutoring; board member, Family and Children’s Trust of Virginia Contact: (804) 833-5714; Vote4Nadine2016@gmail. com Website: www.ElectNadine MarshCarter.com I decided to become a candidate for Richmond School Board because: For more than 25 years, I have worked to improve the lives of children. I believe that every child deserves access to a quality education, which equips them to thrive as adults. Because my connections to Richmond Public Schools run deep — I am a RPS graduate, parent and former PTA president — I know that our schools have many strengths as well as many challenges. As a child advocate, attorney and nonprofit leader, I have the proven expertise, skills and commitment to improving the well-being of children that will make me an asset to our school’s leadership team. What do you see as the top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools? RPS needs to improve the outcomes of its student and overall school performance and more effectively engage the community in ways that strengthen the school system’s academic and human service programs. The student and school outcomes that require immediate attention include increasing RPS high school graduation rates, reducing its truancy and suspension rates and improving its number of accredited schools. Community engagement includes not only more parental involvement but also corporate, small business, civic and philanthropic support of our school system. How I plan to address those issues as a School Board member: As a School Board member, I would work with a sense of urgency to improve the educational experience of RPS students and the outcomes of our school system. I would recommend and advocate for policies that support RPS achieving

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greater academic successes. I also would utilize the skills I have acquired as a nonprofit leader to identify new funding sources and community partnerships that enhance the education all children in RPS are provided. While engaging in these activities, I would work collaboratively with leaders from both our school administration and City Council in a manner that is strategic and professional.

District 7

Kirsten Y. Gray Age: 49 Education: B.A., humanities and sciences, Virginia Commonwealth University Occupation: Owner and art curator, Eric Schindler Gallery Civic/Community Activities: PTA fundraising in my children’s RPS elementary schools; deputy policy director for education, Alliance for a Progressive Virginia Contact: (804) 868-8410; Kirsten.gallery@yahoo.com Website: KirstenGrayfor School Board.org

I decided to become a candidate for Richmond School Board because: I have advocated for students for more than a decade as a volunteer activist/lobbyist at public forums, rallies, School Board and City Council. I’m compelled by our family struggles in a system of “have” and “have not” schools to work towards a just system where the majority will be afforded educational opportunities that currently is given to only a few. I know the history of three administrations. I know to scrutinize the plans and the questions to ask. I’m ready to represent the 7th District, invite all to the table and bring much -needed attention to the East

End schools. What do you see as the top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools? Attract, recruit and retain teachers. Richmond Public Schools is in a major teacher shortage crisis and we can’t even attract substitutes. Work toward creating more socioeconomically diverse schools. The U.S. Secretary of Education has declared this the No. 1 priority in the nation. Our daughters attended both diverse and high poverty schools and the difference is not only jarring, it is unjust. The high poverty schools have overcrowded classes, are understaffed in every department and undersupplied. Most of the day is spent putting out fires. Essentially, today, the standard diploma merely says a student passed the most basic SOL tests. How I plan to address those issues as a School Board member: I meet teachers on a regular basis who applied to RPS but were never contacted; review why applications are not reviewed. Fully decompress teacher salaries. We must encourage socioeconomic diversity in our schools by fair rezoning, weighted lotteries and by implementing and expanding magnet programs, whether arts, academia and/ or trade. We must provide the environment where teachers can teach and students can learn — alleviate overcrowding, bring resources into the classroom, make sure each department is fully staffed and that every class with a high number of IEP students has a teacher’s aide.

District 8

Dawn C. Page Age: 52 Education: Accounting certificate, J. Sargeant Reynolds Community

College; B.S., business management, Hampton University; M.A., professional counseling, Central Michigan University Occupation: External program coordinator Civic/Community Activities: Huguenot High School Athletic Booster Organization; Richmond Community High School Advisory Board Contact: (804) 402.5020; Page4schoolboard @yahoo. com Website: www.dawncpage. wix.com/schoolboard I decided to become a candidate for Richmond School Board because: I decided to become a candidate again for the School Board because I am deeply committed to being an advocate for our children and the families of the 8th District. My motivation is to ensure as a policymaker that we make decisions that are in the best interest of all children. I advocated and gained support previously from my School Board colleagues to build Broad Rock and Oak Grove/Bellemeade Elementary schools. Finally, it is imperative that we create a solid, educational school system with the tools to succeed in an environment of accountability and fiscal responsibility. What do you see as the top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools? The top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools are inadequate funding and the deplorable conditions of our facilities. Inadequate funding has negatively impacted the classrooms, vocational programs, staffing, support services, extracurricular activities and raises for RPS employees. In addition, our children are learning in aging facilities with inadequate infrastructure. As a School Board member, requesting full funding based on the needs of the school district as stated in the Virginia State Code is fundamental. Funding for schools has been declining for more than 10 to 15 years. How I plan to address those issues as a School

Board member: I will advocate and collaborate with City Council, the mayor and all stakeholders involved for an adequate funding stream to support the needed resources or systems to assist our students toward academic success, to include arts, athletics, quality teachers, college readiness and vocational training. In addition, I will collaborate with the School Board to prioritize the facilities master plan to ensure that the school district is maintaining its school buildings. RPS is facing a major infrastructure crisis and aging facilities that are negatively affecting the learning environment.

District 8

Tia S. Redd Age: 34 Education: B.S., Psychology, Master’s in Teaching and PostMaster’s in Educational Administration, Virginia Commonwealth University; Ed.D., Leadership and Supervision, Virginia State University Occupation: Teachereducator Civic/Community Activities: Richmond City Parks and Recreation City Council Advisory Board Contact: (804) 437-9735; tiaredd8thdistrict@gmail. com Website: www.tiaredd.org

I decided to become a candidate for Richmond School Board because: As a dedicated parent and graduate of RPS, I have many concerns about the current state of our school system. I feel I can offer the use of my knowledge and experience to address the excessive teacher turnover rates, poor leadership, mediocre curriculum and instruction plans, mismanagement of funds, underutilization of resources and the devastating

elimination of extracurricular activities. While I don’t profess to know everything, I do have knowledge and understanding of school system operations. I still believe in the power of public schools and the potential of RPS. What do you see as the top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools? The top issues I see facing Richmond Public Schools are wasteful spending and the need for a nationally diverse and competitive instructional curriculum. How I plan to address those issues as a School Board member: By encouraging accountability through an appropriate budget that will allow students a quality education that readies them to be productive citizens either by college or career and technical education, and that demonstrates proper use of funding to ensure facilities are safe and equipped to service 21st-century education. I would work to improve parental engagement and communication, making sure parents of all nationalities and languages are included and informed about all that the district has to offer. The goal is to ensure that students are able to receive a quality education in any of the schools within the district.

District 8

Christopher J. Woody Sr. No response to Free Press questionnaire.

District 9

Linda Baker Owen

and English, Wilson College; M.Ed., Curriculum and Instruction, Virginia Commonwealth University Occupation: Retired educator, mostly as school librarian Civic/Community Activities: School volunteer; lay Eucharistic minister, Pilgrim’s Path group leader and lector at church Contact: (804) 212-4034; lindaowen4schoolboard@ gmail.com Website: www.lindaowen 4schoolboard.com I decided to become a candidate for Richmond School Board because: I felt called to it. Working as a school volunteer, I began to attend the School Board meetings and I thought I had some insights and skills to offer as a member. What do you see as the top two issues facing Richmond Public Schools? First is the necessity to improve academic success, which is complicated and includes sub-issues, such as reducing the dropout rate and attracting and retaining top teachers. Second is the improvement and maintenance of the buildings in which the children go to school. How I plan to address those issues as a School Board member: There are many steps that need to be taken to improve academic success. We need to recruit and train teachers who understand how to teach children in poverty, monitor the teachers and administrators to assure best practices and make every school a friendly, supportive and welcoming place. The salary decompression plan needs to be completed. Literacy instruction and support need to be improved in primary grades. I will drill down into the budget to be sure funds are allocated in priority areas, including physical plant needs. I will advocate for additional funds from the state, from the city and possibly private partners.

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HENRICO COUNTY

BOND REFERENDUM

s part of the 2016 general election on Tuesday, Nov. 8, Henrico voters will have the opportunity to participate in a $419.8 million general obligation bond referendum for 26 capital projects in the county, such as the construction and renovation of schools, parks and fire stations.

School Projects: $272.6 million Ballot question: Shall Henrico County, Virginia, be authorized to contract a debt and issue its general obligation bonds in the maximum aggregate principal amount of $272,600,000 pursuant to the Public Finance Act of 1991 to finance school projects and the Henrico County School Board’s Capital Improvement Program, including capital improvements to schools, furnishing and equipping of schools, acquisition of future school sites, and such other construction, renovations and improvements as may be required by the actual educational needs in Henrico County? Construction projects to relieve overcrowding and increase program capacity, $104.5 million. ▶ Eastern Area Technical Center: $42 million Recreation & Parks Projects: $87.1 million Ballot question: Shall Henrico County, Virginia, be authorized to contract a debt and issue its general obligation bonds in the maximum aggregate principal amount of $87,100,000 pursuant to the Public Finance Act of 1991 to finance the construction, improvements, renovation, remodeling, furnishing, and equipping of recreation and park facilities, and the acquisition of land necessary for such facilities? Projects: ▶ Construction of phase two of Greenwood Park, with multipurpose fields and a 3,000-seat stadium: $20 million ▶ Construction of Taylor Park in Sandston, with baseball and

On the back of their ballots, Henrico voters will mark “yes” or “no” for projects in each of five categories: Schools, Recreation and Parks, Libraries, Fire Stations and Facilities, and Roads. Individual categories can be approved or rejected. Approval of a category authorizes Henrico County to contract debt and

▶ Glen Allen High School Technical Center: $37 million ▶ Brookland Area Elementary School (new): $20 million ▶ Glen Allen Elementary School (addition): $5.5 million Renovation projects to modernize program space and update facilities, $168.1 million. The average age of schools planned for renovations is 56.75 years. ▶ J.R. Tucker High School: $55 million ▶ Tuckahoe Middle School: $28.2 million ▶ Jacob L. Adams Elementary School: $19 million ▶ Pemberton Elementary School: $14.1 million ▶ Chamberlayne Elementary School: $14 million ▶ Skipwith Elementary School: $13 million ▶ Seven Pines Elementary School: $12.8 million ▶ Crestview Elementary School: $12 million multipurpose fields: $19 million ▶ Renovation of Tuckahoe Park, including new baseball fields: $16 million ▶ Rehabilitation of high school athletic fields countywide with all-weather synthetic turf: $12.5 million ▶ Enhancements to Dorey Park, including amenities and new fields for baseball/softball and football: $6.2 million ▶ Expansion of Tuckahoe Creek Park, including master-planning and construction: $5 million ▶ Enhancements to Deep Run Park, including renovation of multipurpose fields: $4 million ▶ Enhancements to Three Lakes Park, including renovations to restrooms, shelters and trails: $2.3 million ▶ Enhancements to Cheswick Park, including renovations to restrooms, shelters and trails: $2.1 million

Election Day: Tuesday, Nov. 8 Polls open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Schools • Parks Firehouses Libraries • Roads

issue its general obligation bonds to fund the capital projects. Approval will not result in a tax increase. Following are the five questions that will appear on the back of the ballots, as well as a brief description and cost for each project. More information is available at henrico.us/bonds and by calling (804) 501-4257.

Library Projects: $24 million Ballot question: Shall Henrico County, Virginia, be authorized to contract a debt and issue its general obligation bonds in the maximum aggregate principal amount of $24,000,000 pursuant to the Public Fire Station & Facilities Projects: $22.1 million Ballot question: Shall Henrico County, Virginia, be authorized to contract a debt and issue its general obligation bonds in the maximum aggregate principal amount of $22,100,000 pursuant to the Public Finance Act of 1991 to finance the construction, renovation, remodeling, furnishing, and equipping of fire stations and facilities, and the

Road Projects: $14 million Ballot question: Shall Henrico County, Virginia, be authorized to contract a debt and issue its general obligation bonds in the maximum aggregate principal amount of $14,000,000 pursuant to the Public

Finance Act of 1991 to finance the construction, improvements, renovation, remodeling, furnishing, and equipping of library facilities, and the acquisition of land necessary for such facilities? Project: ▶ Construction of the replacement Fairfield Area Library: $24 million acquisition of land necessary for such fire stations and facilities? Projects: ▶ Construction of the new Staples Mill Firehouse, near Staples Mill Road and Glenside Drive: $10 million ▶ Construction of the new Eastgate Firehouse, near Nine Mile Road and Laburnum Avenue: $9.6 million ▶ Expansion and enhancements to the Woodman Road Fire Training Center: $2.5 million

Finance Act of 1991 to finance road projects including the acquisition of land necessary for such projects? Project: ▶ Enhancements to 1.9 miles of Richmond-Henrico Turnpike, with a sidewalk, trail and four-lane divided roadway: $14 million

WILL APPROVAL OF THE BOND REFERENDUM AFFECT TAXES? No. Henrico County does not anticipate a need to raise the current real-estate tax rate of 87 cents. Costs associated with the issuance of bond debt and the operation of new facilities can be supported by current county revenues. Information for Henrico voters Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 8. Virginia law requires all voters to present an acceptable form of photo identification when voting in person at their polling place.

For voter information, including photo ID requirements and voting absentee, check with Henrico’s Voter Registration and Elections Office at henrico.us/registrar or call (804) 501-4347.

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Ken Free believes baseball taught him how to survive. The current chairman of the board of the Metropolitan Junior Baseball League got his start at 15, when he played baseball with the Raleigh Tigers in the Negro Leagues. It was 1951, and he was playing with 20- and 30-year-olds for $2 a day. Baseball taught him life lessons, he said. “Even if you hit a home run, even if you hit it out of the park, you still have to touch 1st, 2nd and 3rd” bases, he says. Mr. Free later played with the Raleigh Cats in 1961, a farm team for the New York Mets. He and the two other AfricanAmerican players on the team “were leading the field, but we couldn’t stay in hotels with the white players. You had to adjust.” While the Negro Leagues and a few major league teams enabled African-Americans to play organized baseball, there was no such opportunity for recreation and old-fashioned competition for African-American children in Richmond. That changed in 1966 when the Metropolitan Junior Baseball League gave youngsters the chance to participate in America’s pastime. Now celebrating its 50th anniversary this weekend, the MJBL has expanded to 17 states across the United States and the Bahamas. In honor of the landmark anniversary, the nonprofit organization is hosting several activities on Saturday, Nov. 5, including a game at The Diamond featuring 30 of the MJBL’s top high school juniors and seniors, and a reception and dinner with Jerry Manuel, former manager of the Chicago White Sox and the New York Mets, and former New York Mets center fielder and coach Mookie Wilson. Richmond physician Dr. William M.T. Forrester and Caesar Barron started the MJBL to encourage baseball among children who wanted to play but were excluded from the area’s all-white Little League teams.

Want to go? What: 50th Anniversary Celebration of the Metropolitan Junior Baseball League When: Saturday, Nov. 5 Events: Several events during the daylong celebration, including: • 9 a.m. — 2.5-mile fun walk and run at Arthur Ashe Jr. Athletic Center, 3001 N. Boulevard • 1 p.m. — MJBL’s top high school juniors and seniors play a game, The Diamond, North Boulevard • 7 p.m. — Reception and buffet dinner with live jazz, featuring Jerry Manuel, former Chicago White Sox and New York Mets manager, and Mookie Wilson, former New York Mets center fielder and coach, at Sports Center of Richmond, or SCOR, 1385 Overbrook Road Cost: $25 for fun walk and run; $50 for reception and buffet; or $60 for both events. Proceeds to benefit the nonprofit MJBL. Details: www.mjbl.org

Now, Mr. Free, a former commissioner of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference, hopes to keep access to baseball alive for African-American youths. The Greensboro, N.C., native wants young people to include baseball in their basket of dreams. “Many of our youths are steered away from baseball due to finances or poor accessibility to fields,” he says. There’s easier access to basketball courts. The MJBL’s first teams played in North Side at Battery Park, in the West End at Maymont, in Church Hill at Luck’s Field and in Glen Allen at Virginia Randolph School. William Forrester Jr., son of the MJBL’s founder, is executive director of the organization, which still operates its headquarters in Richmond. The MJBL is considered the oldest black-owned and operated inner city youth baseball league in the nation. While it holds an all-star tournament each year among its special events, its mission has since been updated to include “educational, athletic and cultural enrichment programs” in an effort to help disadvantaged youths realize their self-worth. Meet baseball lover, advocate and this week’s Personality, Kenneth A.“Ken” Free: Date and place of birth: June

8 in Greensboro, N.C. Current residence: Greensboro, N.C. Education: Bachelor’s of science, North Carolina A & T State University. Family: Sons, Ken Jr. and Benjamin; and daughters, Kim Sanders and Delana Free Allen (deceased, 1995). Occupation: CEO of Ken Free and Associates. How long I’ve been involved with MJBL: Since 2006. Foremost objective as MJBL board chairman: Getting more community support and sponsorships, more interest from Major League Baseball participation, getting major league players and former major league players to do clinics. Why I love baseball: My dad took me to the Negro Leagues games and I was hooked. Favorite baseball players: Pee Wee Reese, Larry Dolby (first African-American in the American League), Jackie Robinson and Willie Mays. Favorite major league team: No favorite, but I was pulling for the Chicago Cubs in the World Series. Best late-night snack: Peanut butter and banana sandwich with milk. The person who influenced me the most: My father, Lee Wilson Free. My father convinced me to go back to school at North Carolina A&T State

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Warming hearts one coat at a time Todd “Parney” Parnell, vice president and chief operating officer of the Richmond Flying Squirrels, works with team mascots Nutzy, left, and Nutasha to load coats in a van last Saturday during the 8th Annual Coats for Kids and Ballpark Warming Party at The Diamond. The Flying Squirrels were working with Coats for Kids sponsor, Puritan Cleaners, which collects about 15,000 coats for youngsters each November. The donated coats are washed, repaired and delivered to the Salvation Army for distribution to needy families in Central Virginia. The collection event at The Diamond was part of the free Ballpark Warming Party, where fans of all ages enjoyed live music, chili tasting, crafts, games and raffle prizes, including baseball memorabilia.

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Zombies ‘attack’ Carytown

“Zombies” parade down Cary Street in Carytown last Saturday for the 12th Annual Richmond Zombie Walk to benefit the American Cancer Society. The sight of dozens of people dressed and made up to zombie perfection caused shoppers, restaurantgoers and spectators to pull out their cell phones, snap

photos and shoot videos. The zombies silently limped and paraded their way west on Cary Street to Nansemond Street, where they made a U-turn and headed east on Cary Street to their final resting place, The Byrd Theatre. The Zombie Walk raises hundreds of dollars for charity each year.

Celebrating artists Artist and owner of Browne Art Studio, S. Ross Browne, right, smiles during the opening last Friday of “Then and Now,” a new show at his Manchester studio on Hull Street. The show features art from members of the Black American Art Association of Richmond, a new art collective. Scores of people attended the two-hour opening reception with the 13 artistmembers of BAAAR. Bernie Johnson, left,

admires a painting during the opening. The exhibit features two pieces from each artist — one work from early in his or her career and a current piece, according to Mr. Browne. The Browne Art Studio is open11 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays. Information: srbrowne@usa.net or (804) 592-1798.

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First black female diocesan bishop elected in Episcopal Church The Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis has elected the first black, female diocesan bishop in the history of the Episcopal Church. The Rev. Jennifer Baskerville-Burrows, director of networking in the Episcopal Diocese of Chicago, was elected on the second ballot during a diocesan convention held at Christ Church Cathedral Indianapolis on Oct. 28. While she is not the first black female bishop in the Episcopal Church, those who preceded her held the title of “suffragan bishop,” a subordinate to the diocesan bishop. Bishop Baskerville-Burrows will become the first African-American woman to lead a diocese, said Jim Naughton, a spokesman for the Diocese of Chicago. Bishop Michael Curry, the presiding bishop of the Episcopal

Church in the United States, with 1.9 million members, is the denomination’s first African-American man to hold that position. Bishop Baskerville-Burrows is a graduate of Smith College, Cornell University and the Church Divinity School of the Pacific. She has expertise in historic preservation and a passion for issues, including gun violence, social justice and racial reconciliation, according to a diocesan news release. African-American women are making leadership strides in other historically white Protestant denominations as well. Recently, the United Methodist Church elected four African-American women as bishops. One of the four is Bishop Sharma D. Lewis, who was assigned as leader of the Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church on Sept. 1. Her term of office is four years.

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Smithsonian’s Quran exhibit aims to dazzle, while offering opportunity for understanding By Lauren Markoe Religion News Service

Islam prohibits the depiction of God or prophets, and some Muslims believe drawing any animate being is also forbidden. Certainly no such images appear in the Quran, its central holy book. So there are no pictures per se in “The Art of the Qur’an,” the first major exhibit of Qurans in the United States. It is on display at the Smithsonian’s Arthur M. Sackler Gallery on the National Mall until Feb. 20. What visitors to the exhibit can expect to see is words, thousands of Arabic words. But these words, within the more than 60 Qurans on display, present a visually stunning tour of more than 1,000 years of Islamic history, told through the calligraphy and ornamentation that grace the sacred folios. “We can convey a sense of how artists from North Africa to Afghanistan found different ways to honor the same text, the sacred text of Islam,” said Sackler Gallery director Julian Raby. Photos courtesy of Smithsonian “They found different forms of illumination and binding to beautify the manuscripts they had A Quran copied by Abd al-Qadir ibn Abd al-Wahhab, who worked copied. But above all, they developed different in what is now Iran in the 16th century, is part of the exhibit at the forms of script to express in a dazzling array of Smithsonian’s Arthur M. Sackler Gallery in Washington. calligraphic variety the very same text. The results could be intimate, or they could be imposing. But in every case, the scribe invested his calligraphy with piety.” The Qurans in the exhibit come almost exclusively from the Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts in Istanbul. Intricate calligraphy and rich ornamentation made these Qurans cherished A NNUAL possessions of some of the most powerful people of the Muslim world. Each comes with a rich story of those who commissioned it, copied it, entombed it or preserved it. Many were offered as gifts to forge military and political alliances. Essentially though, Qurans are religious objects, the word of God that Muslims believe was transmitted through the Angel Presents an Gabriel to the Prophet Muhammad in the 7th century, when Islam was founded. Details within the text and on the margins E VENING of the parchment convey the pronunciation of words and the OF M USIC cadence of the verses. Intricate ornamentation — geometric illuminations in gold, azure and other brilliant colors — beautify the pages, but also serve a function, said Simon Rettig, assistant curator of Islamic art at the Sackler Gallery. “They help the readers locate themselves within the Quranic text. They tell you when you have to prostrate yourself,” he said, pointing to a complex geometric emblem in an early 14th century manuscript by Abdallah al-Sayrafi, a master calligrapher who worked in Tabriz, a historical capital of Iran. Mr. Al-Sayrafi was trained in six Arabic scripts, and uses Featuring three — sometimes writing in gold, sometimes in black — in one of Mr. Rettig’s favorite Qurans in the exhibit. His illuminations L ARRY B LAND & P ROMISE look like multicolored sunbursts and gilded foliage blossoms. The exhibit, on two floors of the Sackler Gallery, also aims to Sunday, explain the Quran as scripture meant to be heard. Written down shortly after the founding of Islam, the Quran is verses to chant. November 13, 2016 “Calligraphy is a way to capture the beauty of the orality,” 4:00 pm said Dr. Massumeh Farhad, chief curator at the Sackler and Freer galleries, which form the Smithsonian’s Asian art collections and exhibits. Good Shepherd Baptist Church Scholars don’t know ex1127 North 28th Street actly how scribes wrote Qurans Richmond, VA 23223-6624 centuries ago. Dr. Farhad Ofﬁce: (804) 644-1402 said it is possible they would 2604 Idlewood Avenue Reverend Dr. Sylvester T. Smith, Pastor inscribe verses as they were Richmond, Va. 23220 (804) 353-6135 recited, each showing reverence

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through his skill and style. “That’s why the work of Yaqut is considered so supreme,” Dr. Farhad added, referring to the 13th century master scribe who worked in Baghdad for the last caliph of the Abbasid dynasty. “It has this sort of lightness. It seems to float on the page.” The exhibit is not intended as commentary on today’s politics, its organizers said. Work started on the project six years ago, before sharp rises in Islamophobic rhetoric and violence in the United States and Europe, and before Muslim immigration and culture became a flashpoint in American and European politics. But the Smithsonian is not sorry for the timing, and hopes the exhibit can help quell fears of Islam and its followers. “The Art of the Qur’an” comes at “a difficult moment” in world affairs, said Mr. Raby, who said it may lead some to “reflect on their own assumptions.” As the exhibit makes clear, Muslims refer to Jews and Christians as “ahl al-kitab” — people of the book. The curators show how the Quran, the Torah and the Christian Bible share variations of the same stories, and the same prophets’ teachings. One Quran at the Sackler Gallery is turned to a sura, or chapter, that explains: “Step by step, He has sent the Scripture down to you [Prophet] with the Truth, confirming what went before: He sent down the Torah and the Gospel earlier as a guide for people and He has sent down the distinction [between right and wrong].” The Turkish multinational Koc Holdings is the principal sponsor of “The Art of the Qur’an: Treasures from the Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts.”

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VUU Choir concert at Second Baptist The Virginia Union University Choir, led by Dr. Willis L. Barnett, will perform 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, at Second Baptist Church of South Richmond, 3300 Broad Rock Blvd. The concert, which is free and open to the public, is sponsored by the church’s Missionary Ministry. Details: Second Baptist Church, info@2bcsouthside.org or (804) 232-5124. Mission Statement: People of God developing Disciples for Jesus Christ through Preaching and Teaching of God’s Holy Word reaching the people of the Church and the Community.

Sharon Baptist Church 22 E. Leigh Street, Richmond, VA 23219 • 643-3825 thesharonbaptistchurch.com Rev. Dr. Paul A. Coles, Pastor

Sunday, November 6, 2016 8:30 a.m. ... Sunday School 10:00 a.m... Morning Worship

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Unity Worship & Male Chorus 47th Anniversary Guest Speaker: Rev. Justin House of First African Baptist Church *All men are asked to wear black & white, and sit together as one body of Christ.

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Panelists at the Washington National Cathedral discussion are, from left, Dr. John Coski, historian of The American Civil War Museum; the Rev. Kelly Brown Douglas, canon theologian of Washington National Cathedral; Dr. Rex. M. Ellis, associate director of curatorial affairs of the National Museum of African American History and Culture; and broadcast journalist Ray Suarez, the event moderator.

Washington National Cathedral faces calls to remove stained glass of Confederate generals By Adelle M. Banks Religion News Service

WASHINGTON After quietly removing panes bearing the Confederate flag from its stained glass windows, leaders of the Washington National Cathedral are now wondering what to do about remaining images of Confederate generals Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson. “How can you justify having those windows in a house of God?” challenged Riley Temple, a former board member of the Washington National Cathedral’s foundation. Mr. Temple was one of several audience members who spoke Oct. 26 during a series of discussions the cathedral is holding on racial justice. Also present was John Coski, a scholar of Civil War history, and Dr. Rex M. Ellis, associate director for curatorial affairs at the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The stained glass window debate comes at a time of soulsearching in America over the legacy of slavery and renewed calls to purge public places of the Confederate flag, a symbol of oppression. The windows honoring the Confederate generals were added in 1953 with the support of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, a group that sought to honor the memory of veterans who fought for the South. Under the Robert E. Lee window there is language etched in stone that calls him “a Christian soldier without fear and without reproach.” And under Gen. Jackson, it states he “walked humbly before his Creator whose word was his guide.” Cathy Ball, who attends another Episcopal church in Washington, said the windows should stay. “Our history in the United States, in America, is a history of oppression through the very beginning, the oppression of native peoples, the oppression of enslaved peoples, the oppression of

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immigrants,” she said. “If we erase every trace of that terrible history, what would we have left?” The Rev. Kelly Brown Douglas, canon theologian at the cathedral, said she hopes the leaders will avoid the “easy route” of a take-them-down or leave-them-up decision. “I really want to do the hard work of becoming a different kind of community, and pointing a way to how we can become that,” said Rev. Douglas, also a religion professor at Goucher College. Nadine Wedderburn, an associate professor at Empire State College in Schenectady, N.Y., who has studied forgiveness and race relations, said discussions like the cathedral’s can be beneficial. “People can get to air their view, share their different side of the story, as it were, and begin to get at the heart of what separates and divides us,” she said. “That is one step further toward the progress of healing and reconciliation.”

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Andrew Goldkuhle of Goldkuhle Studios in Hanover County inspects and replaces stained glass images of the Confederate battle flag at Washington National Cathedral. The controversial flag was removed from two panes in August.

With Mission, Growth, Prayer, Purpose, Vision

Sunday, November 6, 2016 “Join Us Every Sunday For Service” 10:45 AM Divine Worship Message by Pastor “Tell The Story” Acts 18:24-26 New Vision Mobilizing For Ministry “Refreshing The Old And Emerging The New”

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2003 Lamb Avenue Dr. Arthur M. Jones, Sr., Pastor (804) 321-7622 Church School - 9:30 a.m. Worship Service - 11:15 a.m. Bible Study: Tuesday - 9 a.m. Wednesday - 7 p.m. Prayer Services: Wednesday (1st & 3rd ) 7 a.m. Every Wednesday 8 p.m. Communion - 1st Sunday

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Legal Notices City of Richmond, Virginia CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Council of the City of Richmond has scheduled a public hearing, open to all interested citizens, on Monday, November 14, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber on the Second Floor of City Hall, located at 900 East Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia, to consider the following ordinances: Ordinance No. 2016-033 As Amended To amend ch. 2, art. III, div. 7 of the City Code by adding therein a new section 2-216, concerning the obstruction of inspector general investigations, to provide that certain employees who obstruct inspector general investigations by denying the Office of the City Auditor, when not required by law to so deny, immediate access to information are subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination by their appointing authority. Ordinance No. 2016-244 To repeal ch. 2, art. V, div. 11 (§§ 2-1035—2-1036) of the City Code, concerning the Career and Technical Education Commission, for the purpose of abolishing the Commission. Ordinance No. 2016-245 To erect all-way stop signs at the intersection of Parkwood Avenue and South Randolph Street. Ordinance No. 2016-253 As Amended To authorize the Chief Administrative Officer, for and on behalf of the City of Richmond, to execute a Programmatic Project Administration Agreement [Extension Addendum] between the City of Richmond and the Virginia Department of Transportation for the purpose of [extending until Jun. 30, 2019, a Programmatic Project Administration Agreement for] the development and administration of [certain] previously authorized and future Revenue Sharing Program projects [authorized by Ord. No. 2013-191-175, adopted Sept. 23, 2013]. Ordinance No. 2016-254 To establish a Task Force on the Establishment of a Human Rights Commission to evaluate the need for and scope of a Human Rights Commission and to provide the Council with recommendations concerning any necessity to create such a commission. Ordinance No. 2016-255 To amend and reordain City Code § 16-114, concerning regulations for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, for the purpose of reducing the portion of the Affordable Housing Trust Fund that is to be dedicated to certain uses from at least one-third to at least 30 percent and imposing a new requirement that such regulations include housing-related support services as an option for the use of at least 30 percent of the Affordable Housing Trust Fund. Ordinance No. 2016-256 To amend City Code § 28592, concerning the fee for commercial or industrial wastewater accounts, for the purpose of allowing a reduction in the fee where a portion of the metered water used for industrial purposes will not be discharged back into the sewer system, pursuant to rules and regulations made by the Director of Public Utilities. Ordinance No. 2016-257 To amend and reordain City Code § 26-355, concerning the levy of tax on real estate, to establish a tax rate of $1.20 for the tax year beginning Jan. 1, 2017, pursuant to Va. Code § 58.1-3321(b), and increasing such rate from the Rolled Back Tax Rate of $1.18 as computed in accordance with Va. Code § 58.1-3321(a). Ordinance No. 2016-258 To amend and reordain ch. 24, art. II of the City Code by adding therein a new div. 10, consisting of §§ 24-265 through 24-272, concerning valet parking on public ways in the city; and to amend and reordain Appendix A of the City Code by adding therein for City Code § 24-269 new fees applicable to valet parking permits. Ordinance No. 2016-260 To amend ch. 2, art. IV, div. 4 of the City Code by adding therein a new section 2-323, concerning monthly vacancy and turnover rate reporting, for the purpose of requiring the Director of Human Resources to provide a monthly vacancy and turnover rate report to the Council Chief of Staff for distribution to the City Council. Ordinance No. 2016-263 To provide for the granting by the City of Richmond to the person, firm or corporation to be ascertained in the manner prescribed by law of certain easements upon, Continued on next column

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over, under, and across certain property located in Joseph Bryan Park at 4308 Hermitage Road for the construction, maintenance, and operation of sewer improvements and associated appurtenances in accordance with a certain Deed of Utilities Easement. Ordinance No. 2016-264 To amend and reordain Ord. No. 2007-251-209, adopted Sept. 24, 2007, as previously amended by Ord. No. 2008-117-93, adopted May 27, 2008, and Ord. No. 2013-117-113, adopted Jun. 24, 2013, concerning the establishment of a residential permit parking district in the Carver Neighborhood, for the purpose of adding certain streets and portions of streets to the Carver Residential Permit Parking District. Ordinance No. 2016-265 To amend and reordain City Code §§ 26-361 and 26-431, concerning interest on delinquent taxes, for the purpose of fixing the annual rate of interest for delinquent taxes at ten percent. Ordinance No. 2016-266 To authorize the Chief Administrative Officer to accept funds in the amount of $131,910.31 from AIG/Lexington Insurance Company and to appropriate the increase to the Fiscal Year 20162017 Capital Budget by increasing estimated revenues and the amount appropriated to the Major Building Renovations project in the City Facilities category by $131,910.31 for the purpose of applying insurance proceeds to the repair of the roof of a City-owned building located at 1700 Commerce Road. Interested citizens who wish to speak will be given an opportunity to do so. Copies of the full text of all ordinances are available by visiting the City Clerk’s page on the City’s Website at www.Richmondgov. com and in the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 900 East Broad Street, Suite 200, Richmond, VA 23219, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Jean V. Capel City Clerk

Divorce VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND THE JOHN MARSHALL COURTS BUILDLING PATRICE LYNETTEE THOMAS, Plaintiff v. KENNETH LAVERRALL THOMAS, Defendant. Case No.: CL16-4523-2 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony, from the defendant on the grounds, that the parties have lived separate and apart without any cohabitation and without interruption, and with the plaintiff’s intent to terminate the marriage, for a period exceeding one (1) year. It appearing by affidavit that the Plaintiff has no knowledge of the Defendant’s current address and the defendant’s present whereabouts are unknown and due diligence has been used by or on behalf of the Plaintiff to ascertain in what county or city the defendant is, without effect. It is accordingly ORDERED that KENNETH L AV E R R A L L T H O M A S , the defendant, whose whereabouts are unknown, appear before this Court on or before December 2, 2016 and do what is necessary to protect his interest herein. A Copy, Teste: EDWARD F. JEWETT, Clerk John L. Taylor, III, Esquire 2416 Jefferson Avenue Richmond, Virginia 23223 (804) 649-7688 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE COUNTY OF HANOVER JAMES CECIL THOMAS, Plaintiff v. EASTER MAE THOMAS, Defendant. Case No.: CL16002924-00 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony, from the defendant, on the ground that the parties hereto have lived separate and apart continuously, without cohabitation and without interruption for one year. And it appearing from an affidavit that the whereabouts of the defendant are unknown and that she may not be a resident of Virginia, it is Ordered that the defendant appear before this Court on December 15, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. pursuant to this notice and protect her interest herein. A Copy, Teste: FRANK D. HARGROVE, JR., Clerk I Ask For This: Donald M. White, Esquire 130 Thompson Street Ashland, Virginia 23005 (804) 798-1661 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF HANOVER TYLER JOHNSON, Plaintiff v. Continued on next column

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JAWASKY JOHNSON, Defendant. Case No.: CL16000567-00 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony from the defendant on the ground of living separate and apart without any cohabitation and without interruption for a period exceeding twelve months. It is ORDERED that the defendant, who has been served with the Complaint by posted service appear here on or before the 16th day of December, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. and protect his interests. A Copy, Teste: FRANK D. HARGROVE, JR., Clerk I ask for this: Dorothy M. Eure Counsel for Plaintiff VSB# 27724 8460 Mount Eagle Road Ashland, VA 23005 (804) 798-9667

v. SAMUEL NOEL, Defendant. Case No.: CL16002844-00 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony from the defendant on the ground of living separate and apart without any cohabitation and without interruption for a period exceeding twelve months. It is ORDERED that the defendant, whose whereabouts are unknown, appear here on or before the 7th day of December, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. and protect his interests. A Copy, Teste: FRANK D. HARGROVE, JR., Clerk I ask for this: Dorothy M. Eure Counsel for Plaintiff VSB# 27724 8460 Mount Eagle Road Ashland, VA 23005 (804) 798-9667

child, DOB 03/06/2013, “RPR” means all rights and responsibilities remaining with parent after transfer of legal custody or guardianship of the person, including but not limited to rights of: visitation; adoption consent; determination of religious affiliation; and responsibility for support. It is ORDERED that the defendant the Tony Davis (Father), appear at the above-named Court and protect his interest on or before 12/8/2016, at 2:30 PM, Court Room #3. Matthew Morris, Esq. 730 E. Broad St., 8th Floor Richmond, Virginia 23219 804-646-3493

Owner/s of the below listed properties are hereby given Notice that thirty (30) days from the date of this notice, proceedings will be commenced under the authority of Section 58.1-3965 et seq. of the Code of Virginia to sell the following parcels located in the City of Richmond, Virginia for payment of delinquent taxes:

VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND JOHN MARSHALL COURTS BUILDING CITY OF RICHMOND, Plaintiff, v. DEBORAH S. TAYLOR n/k/a DEBORAH J. AGEE, et al., Defendants. Case No.: CL16-2321-4 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 2411 Royall Avenue, Richmond, Virginia, Tax Map/GPIN# S007-1578/005, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owner of record, DEBORAH TAYLOR. An Affidavit having been filed that said owners, DEBORAH TAYLOR has not been located and has not filed a response to this action, and that any heirs, devisees, assignees, successors in interest, successors in title and/or any creditors with a current or future interest in said property, have not been identified and/or served despite diligent efforts to do so and are defendants to this suit by the general description of “Parties Unknown.” IT IS ORDERED that DEBORAH TAYLOR and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before NOVEMBER 23, 2016, and do what is necessary to protect their interests in this matter. An Extract, Teste: Edward F. Jewett, Clerk Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. City of Richmond, Office of the City Attorney 900 E. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-646-7940

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VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF HANOVER DION BOYD, Plaintiff v. IESHA BOYD, Defendant. Case No.: CL16001854-00 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony from the defendant on the ground of living separate and apart without any cohabitation and without interruption for a period exceeding twelve months. It is ORDERED that the defendant, who has been served with the Complaint by posted service appear here on or before the 15th day of December, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. and protect her interests. A Copy, Teste: FRANK D. HARGROVE, JR., Clerk I ask for this: Dorothy M. Eure Counsel for Plaintiff VSB# 27724 8460 Mount Eagle Road Ashland, VA 23005 (804) 798-9667 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF HANOVER ANGELA CAJERO, Plaintiff v. EDUARDO CAJERO, Defendant. Case No.: CL16002884-00 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony from the defendant on the ground of living separate and apart without any cohabitation and without interruption for a period exceeding twelve months. It is ORDERED that the defendant, whose whereabouts are unknown, appear here on or before the 12th day of December, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. and protect his interests. A Copy, Teste: FRANK D. HARGROVE, JR., Clerk I ask for this: Dorothy M. Eure Counsel for Plaintiff VSB# 27724 8460 Mount Eagle Road Ashland, VA 23005 (804) 798-9667 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF HANOVER AMY BARNETT, Plaintiff v. TRAVIS BARNETT, Defendant. Case No.: CL16002888-00 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony from the defendant on the ground of living separate and apart without any cohabitation and without interruption for a period exceeding twelve months. It is ORDERED that the defendant, whose whereabouts are unknown, appear here on or before the 12th day of December, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. and protect his interests. A Copy, Teste: FRANK D. HARGROVE, JR., Clerk I ask for this: Dorothy M. Eure Counsel for Plaintiff VSB# 27724 8460 Mount Eagle Road Ashland, VA 23005 (804) 798-9667 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF HANOVER REGINALD GORDON, Plaintiff v. TENAYA GORDON, Defendant. Case No.: CL15002143-00 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony from the defendant on the ground of living separate and apart without any cohabitation and without interruption for a period exceeding twelve months. It is ORDERED that the defendant, who is a nonresident, appear here on or before the 12th day of December, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. and protect her interests. A Copy, Teste: FRANK D. HARGROVE, JR., Clerk I ask for this: Dorothy M. Eure Counsel for Plaintiff VSB# 27724 8460 Mount Eagle Road Ashland, VA 23005 (804) 798-9667

virgiNia: iN thE CIrcuit Court for the county of chesterfield ERIC C. HAMILTON, Plaintiff v. JUDY M. HAMILTON, Defendant. Case No. CL16-2582 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony from the Defendant on the grounds that the parties have lived separate and apart without any cohabitation and without interruption for one year or more. An Affidavit having been filed that diligence has been used by and on behalf of the Plaintiff to ascertain in what county or city such Defendant is, without effect, it is ORDERED that the Defendant appear before this Court on or before the 16th day of December, 2016 at 8:30 a.m., to protect her interests. An Extract Teste: WENDY S. HUGHES, Clerk Earl J. Gee, Esquire, (VSB 20043) Counsel for Plaintiff McEachin & Gee, P.C. 211 East German School Road Richmond, VA 23224 (804) 226-4111 (phone) (804) 864-5292 (fax) virgiNia: iN thE CIrcuit Court of King William County MARGARITA DAVIS, Plaintiff v. BORIS RAY DAVIS, Defendant. Case No. CL16000068-00 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to: Obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony on the grounds of living separate and apart from more than one year. It is ORDERED that Boris Ray Davis appear at the above-named court and protect his interests on or before the 5th day of December, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. A Copy, Teste: PATRICIA M. NORMAN, Clerk Charlene L. Hinton, Esq. P.O. Box 25657 Richmond, Virginia 23260 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF HANOVER TORI DAWSON, Plaintiff v. MICHAEL BARRETT, Defendant. Case No.: CL16002798-00 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony from the defendant on the ground of living separate and apart without any cohabitation and without interruption for a period exceeding twelve months. It is ORDERED that the defendant, whose whereabouts are unknown, appear here on or before the 30th day of November, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. and protect his interests. A Copy, Teste: FRANK D. HARGROVE, JR., Clerk I ask for this: Dorothy M. Eure Counsel for Plaintiff VSB# 27724 8460 Mount Eagle Road Ashland, VA 23005 (804) 798-9667

CUSTODY virgiNia: iN thE JuvENiLE aND DOmEstic rELatiONs District cOurt IN the COunty of Charles city Commonwealth of Virginia, in re JEREMIAH DAVID DONSON v. Unknown Father Case No. JJ002407-01-00, JJ002407-02-00 OrDEr Of puBLicatiON The object of this suit is to: Determine custody and visitation of Jeremiah David Donson. It is ORDERED that the defendant Unknown Father appear at the above-named Court and protect his interests on or before January 11, 2017at 9:00 A.M.

VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF HANOVER PATRICIA NOEL, Plaintiff

virgiNia: iN thE JuvENiLE aND DOmEstic rELatiONs District cOurt Of thE city Of richmOND Commonwealth of Virginia, in re TYANNA MCLAUGHLIN, Juvenile Case No. JJ090048-06 The object of this suit is to: Terminate the residual parental rights (“RPR”) of Tony Davis, (Father), of Tyanna McLaughlin,

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virgiNia: iN thE JuvENiLE aND DOmEstic rELatiONs District cOurt Of thE city Of richmOND Commonwealth of Virginia, in re I’YONNA MCLAUGHLIN, Juvenile Case No. JJ085655-07 The object of this suit is to: Terminate the residual parental rights (“RPR”) of Paul Johnson, (Father), of I’Yonna McLaughlin, child, DOB 1/4/2012, “RPR” means all rights and responsibilities remaining with parent after transfer of legal custody or guardianship of the person, including but not limited to rights of: visitation; adoption consent; determination of religious affiliation; and responsibility for support. It is ORDERED that the defendant the Paul Johnson (Father), appear at the above-named Court and protect his interest on or before 12/8/2016, at 2:30 PM, Court Room #3. Matthew Morris, Esq. 730 E. Broad St., 8th Floor Richmond, Virginia 23219 804-646-3493 virgiNia: iN thE JuvENiLE aND DOmEstic rELatiONs District cOurt Of thE city Of richmOND Commonwealth of Virginia, in re LEGEND THOMPSON-THREATT, Juvenile Case No. JJ091828-05 The object of this suit is to: Terminate the residual parental rights (“RPR”) of HORACE TRACEY, (Father), of LEGEND THOMPSONT H RE AT T, c h i l d , D O B 09/27/2013, “RPR” means all rights and responsibilities remaining with parent after transfer of legal custody or guardianship of the person, including but not limited to rights of: visitation; adoption consent; determination of religious affiliation; and responsibility for support. It is ORDERED that the defendant the Horace Tracey (Father), appear at the above-named Court and protect his interest on or before 12/19/2016, at 11:00 AM, Court Room #4. Kate O’Leary, Esq. 730 E. Broad St., 8th Floor Richmond, Virginia 23219 804-646-3493 virgiNia: iN thE JuvENiLE aND DOmEstic rELatiONs District cOurt Of thE city Of richmOND Commonwealth of Virginia, in re CHASE FIELDS-THREATT, Juvenile Case No. JJ091827-05, JJ091827-06 The object of this suit is to: Terminate the residual parental rights (“RPR”) of BRIAN WELLS (Father) and Unknown, (Father), of Chase Fields-Threatt, child, DOB 08/04/2012, “RPR” means all rights and responsibilities remaining with parent after transfer of legal custody or guardianship of the person, including but not limited to rights of: visitation; adoption consent; determination of religious affiliation; and responsibility for support. It is ORDERED that the defendant the Brian Wells (Father) and Unknown, (Father,) appear at the abovenamed Court and protect his interest on or before 12/19/2016, at 11:00 AM, Court Room #4. Kate O’Leary, Esq. 730 E. Broad St., 8th Floor Richmond, Virginia 23219 804-646-3493 virgiNia: iN thE JuvENiLE aND DOmEstic rELatiONs District cOurt Of thE city Of richmOND Commonwealth of Virginia, in re JAI’MAREE BILLUPS, Juvenile Case No. JJ091623-06 The object of this suit is to: Terminate the residual parental rights (“RPR”) of Unknown, (Father), of Jai’maree Billups, child, DOB 09/09/2015, “RPR” means all rights and responsibilities remaining with parent after transfer of legal custody or guardianship of the person, including but not limited to rights of: visitation; adoption consent; determination of religious affiliation; and responsibility for support. It is ORDERED that the defendant the Unknown, (Father,) appear at the abovenamed Court and protect his interest on or before 1/25/ 2017, at 9:40 AM, Court Room #5. Diane Abato, Esq. 730 E. Broad St., 8th Floor Richmond, Virginia 23219 804-646-3493

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608 North 1st Street N000-0080/009 2900 3rd Avenue N000-0919-013 3306 5th Avenue N005-1184/013 124 East 18th Street S000-0236/022 1420 North 30th Street E000-0717/006 800 North 32nd Street E000-0725/019 802 North 32nd Street E000-0725/018 806 North 32nd Street E000-0725/017 712 North 35th Street E000-0968/008 2111 Barton Avenue N000-0450/009 2111 Cedar Street E000-0290/005 2704 Cheatham Street S008-0521/016 416 West Clay Street N000-0808/028 3113 Ellwood Avenue W000-1406/021 2319 Fairmount Avenue E000-0559/011 4713 Fitzhugh Avenue W019-0065/008 2228 Floyd Avenue W000-0998/033 2214 Ford Avenue E000-0756/003 3307 Garland Avenue N000-1355/016 5300 Rear Hull Street Road C007-0176/072 423 Hunt Avenue N000-1554/013 1418 Minefee Street S007-1284/009 2614 Newbourne Street E012-0318/010 2912 Noble Avenue N000-0870/006 2606 North Avenue N000-0641/006 3511 North Avenue N000-1350/030 3002 P Street E000-0628/031 5315 Warwick Road C007-0176/037 5323 Warwick Road C007-0176/033 3025 Woodrow Avenue N000-0978/025 The owner/s of any property listed may redeem it at any time before the date of the sale by paying all accumulated taxes, penalties, interest and cost thereon, including the pro rata cost of publication hereunder. Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. Office of the City Attorney City of Richmond 900 East Broad Street, Room 400 Richmond, Virginia 23219 (804) 646-7940 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND JOHN MARSHALL COURTS BUILDING CITY OF RICHMOND, Plaintiff, v. HATTIE BROOKS a/k/a HATTIE BROOKS GRAHAM, Who May Be Deceased, and THE HEIRS, DEVISEES, ASSIGNEES OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST OF HATTIE BROOKS a/k/a HATTIE BROOKS GRAHAM, et al., Defendants. Case No.: CL16-4491-4 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 1202 North 33rd Street, Richmond, Virginia, Tax Map/GPIN# E0000802/010, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owner of record, HATTIE BROOKS. An Affidavit having been filed that said owner, HATTIE BROOKS a/k/a HATTIE BROOKS GRAHAM, Who May Be Deceased, and the heirs, devisees, assignees or successor/s in interest of HATTIE BROOKS a/k/a HATTIE BROOKS GRAHAM, have not been located and have not filed a response to this action; that ERNEST GRAHAM, Who May Be Deceased, and the heirs, devisees, assignees or successor/s in interest of ERNEST GRAHAM, who may have an ownership interest in said property, have not been located and have not filed a response to this action; and that any heirs, devisees, assignees, successors in interest, successors in title and/or any creditors with a current or future interest in said property, have not been identified and/or served despite diligent efforts to do so and are defendants to this suit by the general description of “Parties Unknown.” IT IS ORDERED that HATTIE BROOKS a/k/a HATTIE BROOKS GRAHAM, Who May Be Deceased, and the heirs, devisees, assignees or successor/s in interest of HATTIE BROOKS a/k/a HATTIE BROOKS GRAHAM, ERNEST GRAHAM, Who May Be Deceased, and the heirs, devisees, assignees or successor/s in interest of ERNEST GRAHAM, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before NOVEMEBER 23, 2016, and do what is necessary to protect their interests in this matter. An Extract, Teste: Edward F. Jewett, Clerk Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. City of Richmond, Office of the City Attorney 900 E. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-646-7940 Continued on next column

COMMISSIONER’S SALE OF 1813 NORTH 23RD STREET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA E000-1082/007 Pursuant to an Order of Sale entered in the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond on September 26, 2016 in the matter City of Richmond v. William H. Massenburg, et al., Case No. CL15-3426-1, a suit for the sale of real estate for delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 58.13965, et seq. of the Code of Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at Motleys Asset Disposition Group, 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond, Virginia 23234, on November 15, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., the real estate together with any improvements thereon, known as 1813 NORTH 23RD STREET, Richmond, Virginia, and more particularly described in the above mentioned court file. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $2,500.00 or 20% of the purchase price, whichever is greater, will be required in cash, certified check or such other form as the Special Commissioner may in his sole discretion determine. A buyer’s premium of 10% of the successful bid will be added to equal total purchase price. All bidders shall be required to certify by affidavit that they do not own, either directly or indirectly, any real estate with outstanding Notices of Code Violations under local environmental, zoning and building code law, or delinquent real estate taxes, other taxes or any other finance related matter related to the City of Richmond. The property is being sold “AS IS” without any representations or warranties, subject to the rights of any person in possession and to all easements, liens, covenants, defects, encumbrances, adverse claims, conditions and restrictions, whether filed or inchoate, to include any information a survey or inspection of the property may disclose. Conveyance will be made by either a Special Commissioner’s Deed and/ or a Special Warranty deed, with adjustment of real estate property taxes made as of the date of confirmation of the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale. Gregory A. Lukanuski Special Commissioner Continued on next column

Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. 900 East Broad St, Rm 400 Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 646-7940 Tim Dudley Motley’s Asset Disposition Group 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road Richmond, Virginia 23234 (804) 232-3300 COMMISSIONER’S SALE OF 3313 5TH AVENUE, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA N005-1186/007 Pursuant to an Order of Sale entered in the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond on July 25, 2016 in the matter City of Richmond v. Lavern Sauls, et al, Case No. CL154187-1, a suit for the sale of real estate for delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 58.1-3965, et seq. of the Code of Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at Motleys Asset Disposition Group, 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond, Virginia 23234, on November 15, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., the real estate together with any improvements thereon, known as 3313 5TH AVENUE, Richmond, Virginia, and more particularly described in the above mentioned court file. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $2,500.00 or 20% of the purchase price, whichever is greater, will be required in cash, certified check or such other form as the Special Commissioner may in his sole discretion determine. A buyer’s premium of 10% of the successful bid will be added to equal total purchase price. All bidders shall be required to certify by affidavit that they do not own, either directly or indirectly, any real estate with outstanding Notices of Code Violations under local environmental, zoning and building code law, or delinquent real estate taxes, other taxes or any other finance related matter related to the City of Richmond. The property is being sold “AS IS” without any representations or warranties, subject to the rights of any person in possession and to all easements, liens, covenants, defects, encumbrances, adverse claims, conditions and restrictions, whether filed or inchoate, to include any information a survey or inspection of the property may disclose. Conveyance will be made by either a Special Commissioner’s Deed and/ or a Special Warranty deed, with adjustment of real estate property taxes made as of the date of confirmation of the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale. Gregory A. Lukanuski Special Commissioner For More Information Contact: Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. 900 East Broad St, Rm 400 Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 646-7940 Tim Dudley Motley’s Asset Disposition Group 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road Richmond, Virginia 23234 (804) 232-3300 COMMISSIONER’S SALE OF 2720 FENDALL AVENUE, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA N000-0697/001 Pursuant to an Order of Sale entered in the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond on September 26, 2016 in the matter City of Richmond v. Gregory M. McKoy, et al., Case No. CL16-1749-4, a suit for the sale of real estate for delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 58.13965, et seq. of the Code of Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at Motleys Asset Disposition Group, 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond, Virginia 23234, on November 15, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., the real estate together with any improvements thereon, known as 2720 FENDALL AVENUE, Richmond, Virginia, and more particularly described in the above mentioned court file. Continued on next page

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TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $2,500.00 or 20% of the purchase price, whichever is greater, will be required in cash, certified check or such other form as the Special Commissioner may in his sole discretion determine. A buyer’s premium of 10% of the successful bid will be added to equal total purchase price. All bidders shall be required to certify by affidavit that they do not own, either directly or indirectly, any real estate with outstanding Notices of Code Violations under local environmental, zoning and building code law, or delinquent real estate taxes, other taxes or any other finance related matter related to the City of Richmond. The property is being sold “AS IS” without any representations or warranties, subject to the rights of any person in possession and to all easements, liens, covenants, defects, encumbrances, adverse claims, conditions and restrictions, whether filed or inchoate, to include any information a survey or inspection of the property may disclose. Conveyance will be made by either a Special Commissioner’s Deed and/ or a Special Warranty deed, with adjustment of real estate property taxes made as of the date of confirmation of the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale.

the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale.

Gregory A. Lukanuski Special Commissioner For More Information Contact: Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. 900 East Broad St, Rm 400 Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 646-7940 Tim Dudley Motley’s Asset Disposition Group 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road Richmond, Virginia 23234 (804) 232-3300 COMMISSIONER’S SALE OF 3510 HULL STREET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA S000-2602/003 Pursuant to an Order of Sale entered in the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond on September 26, 2016 in the matter City of Richmond v. Jerry M. Fields, et al., Case No. CL16-1936-4, a suit for the sale of real estate for delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 58.1-3965, et seq. of the Code of Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at Motleys Asset Disposition Group, 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond, Virginia 23234, on November 15, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., the real estate together with any improvements thereon, known as 3510 HULL STREET, Richmond, Virginia, and more particularly described in the above mentioned court file. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $2,500.00 or 20% of the purchase price, whichever is greater, will be required in cash, certified check or such other form as the Special Commissioner may in his sole discretion determine. A buyer’s premium of 10% of the successful bid will be added to equal total purchase price. All bidders shall be required to certify by affidavit that they do not own, either directly or indirectly, any real estate with outstanding Notices of Code Violations under local environmental, zoning and building code law, or delinquent real estate taxes, other taxes or any other finance related matter related to the City of Richmond. The property is being sold “AS IS” without any representations or warranties, subject to the rights of any person in possession and to all easements, liens, covenants, defects, encumbrances, adverse claims, conditions and restrictions, whether filed or inchoate, to include any information a survey or inspection of the property may disclose. Conveyance will be made by either a Special Commissioner’s Deed and/ or a Special Warranty deed, with adjustment of real estate property taxes made as of the date of confirmation of the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale. Continued on next column

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Gregory A. Lukanuski Special Commissioner For More Information Contact: Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. 900 East Broad St, Rm 400 Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 646-7940 Tim Dudley Motley’s Asset Disposition Group 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road Richmond, Virginia 23234 (804) 232-3300 COMMISSIONER’S SALE OF 1425 and 1427 WEST CLAY STREET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA N000-0615/001 Pursuant to an Order of Sale entered in the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond on September 26, 2016 in the matter City of Richmond v. Mandellum, LLC, et al., Case No. CL16-2198-4, a suit for the sale of real estate for delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 58.13965, et seq. of the Code of Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at Motleys Asset Disposition Group, 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond, Virginia 23234, on November 15, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., the real estate together with any improvements thereon, known as 1425 and 1427 W E S T C L AY S T R E E T, Richmond, Virginia, and more particularly described in the above mentioned court file. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $2,500.00 or 20% of the purchase price, whichever is greater, will be required in cash, certified check or such other form as the Special Commissioner may in his sole discretion determine. A buyer’s premium of 10% of the successful bid will be added to equal total purchase price. All bidders shall be required to certify by affidavit that they do not own, either directly or indirectly, any real estate with outstanding Notices of Code Violations under local environmental, zoning and building code law, or delinquent real estate taxes, other taxes or any other finance related matter related to the City of Richmond. The property is being sold “AS IS” without any representations or warranties, subject to the rights of any person in possession and to all easements, liens, covenants, defects, encumbrances, adverse claims, conditions and restrictions, whether filed or inchoate, to include any information a survey or inspection of the property may disclose. Conveyance will be made by either a Special Commissioner’s Deed and/ or a Special Warranty deed, with adjustment of real estate property taxes made as of the date of confirmation of the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale. Gregory A. Lukanuski Special Commissioner For More Information Contact: Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. 900 East Broad St, Rm 400 Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 646-7940 Tim Dudley Motley’s Asset Disposition Group 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road Richmond, Virginia 23234 (804) 232-3300 COMMISSIONER’S SALE OF 1501 MECHANICSVILLE TURNPIKE, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA E000-0928/026 Pursuant to an Order of Sale entered in the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond on August 19, 2016 in the matter City of Richmond v. Mary N. Nadder, et al., Case No. CL13-2394-4, a suit for the sale of real estate for delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 58.1-3965, et seq. of the Code of Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at Motleys Asset Disposition Group, 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond, Virginia 23234, on November 15, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., the real estate together with any Continued on next column

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improvements thereon, known as 1501 MECHANICSVILLE TURNPIKE, Richmond, Virginia, and more particularly described in the above mentioned court file. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $2,500.00 or 20% of the purchase price, whichever is greater, will be required in cash, certified check or such other form as the Special Commissioner may in his sole discretion determine. A buyer’s premium of 10% of the successful bid will be added to equal total purchase price. All bidders shall be required to certify by affidavit that they do not own, either directly or indirectly, any real estate with outstanding Notices of Code Violations under local environmental, zoning and building code law, or delinquent real estate taxes, other taxes or any other finance related matter related to the City of Richmond. The property is being sold “AS IS” without any representations or warranties, subject to the rights of any person in possession and to all easements, liens, covenants, defects, encumbrances, adverse claims, conditions and restrictions, whether filed or inchoate, to include any information a survey or inspection of the property may disclose. Conveyance will be made by either a Special Commissioner’s Deed and/ or a Special Warranty deed, with adjustment of real estate property taxes made as of the date of confirmation of the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale.

be made by either a Special Commissioner’s Deed and/ or a Special Warranty deed, with adjustment of real estate property taxes made as of the date of confirmation of the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale.

3969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale.

Corporation, et al, Case No. CL16-2729-4, a suit for the sale of real estate for delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 58.1-3965, et seq. of the Code of Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at Motleys Asset Disposition Group, 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond, Virginia 23234, on November 15, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., the real estate together with any improvements thereon, known as 1905 O STREET, Richmond, Virginia, and more particularly described in the above mentioned court file. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $2,500.00 or 20% of the purchase price, whichever is greater, will be required in cash, certified check or such other form as the Special Commissioner may in his sole discretion determine. A buyer’s premium of 10% of the successful bid will be added to equal total purchase price. All bidders shall be required to certify by affidavit that they do not own, either directly or indirectly, any real estate with outstanding Notices of Code Violations under local environmental, zoning and building code law, or delinquent real estate taxes, other taxes or any other finance related matter related to the City of Richmond. The property is being sold “AS IS” without any representations or warranties, subject to the rights of any person in possession and to all easements, liens, covenants, defects, encumbrances, adverse claims, conditions and restrictions, whether filed or inchoate, to include any information a survey or inspection of the property may disclose. Conveyance will be made by either a Special Commissioner’s Deed and/ or a Special Warranty deed, with adjustment of real estate property taxes made as of the date of confirmation of the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale.

directly or indirectly, any real estate with outstanding Notices of Code Violations under local environmental, zoning and building code law, or delinquent real estate taxes, other taxes or any other finance related matter related to the City of Richmond. The property is being sold “AS IS” without any representations or warranties, subject to the rights of any person in possession and to all easements, liens, covenants, defects, encumbrances, adverse claims, conditions and restrictions, whether filed or inchoate, to include any information a survey or inspection of the property may disclose. Conveyance will be made by either a Special Commissioner’s Deed and/ or a Special Warranty deed, with adjustment of real estate property taxes made as of the date of confirmation of the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale.

Pursuant to an Order of Sale entered in the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond on September 26, 2016 in the matter City of Richmond v. Bernice G. Martin et al., Case No. CL15-3510-1, a suit for the sale of real estate for delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 58.13965, et seq. of the Code of Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at Motleys Asset Disposition Group, 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond, Virginia 23234, on November 15, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., the real estate together with any improvements thereon, known as 4709 CASTLEWOOD ROAD, Richmond, Virginia, and more particularly described in the above mentioned court file. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $2,500.00 or 20% of the purchase price, whichever is greater, will be required in cash, certified check or such other form as the Special Commissioner may in his sole discretion determine. A buyer’s premium of 10% of the successful bid will be added to equal total purchase price. All bidders shall be required to certify by affidavit that they do not own, either directly or indirectly, any real estate with outstanding Notices of Code Violations under local environmental, zoning and building code law, or delinquent real estate taxes, other taxes or any other finance related matter related to the City of Richmond. The property is being sold “AS IS” without any representations or warranties, subject to the rights of any person in possession and to all easements, liens, covenants, defects, encumbrances, adverse claims, conditions and restrictions, whether filed or inchoate, to include any information a survey or inspection of the property may disclose. Conveyance will

Pursuant to an Order of Sale entered in the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond on July 25, 2016 in the matter City of Richmond v. A RT H U R C O L E M A N a / k / a A RT H U R J A M E S COLEMAN, Who May Be Deceased, and THE HEIRS, DEVISEES, ASSIGNEES OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST OF ARTHUR COLEMAN a/k/a ARTHUR JAMES COLEMAN, et al, Case No. CL16-1871-4, a suit for the sale of real estate for delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 58.13965, et seq. of the Code of Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at Motleys Asset Disposition Group, 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond, Virginia 23234, on November 15, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., the real estate together with any improvements thereon, known as 210 Kern STREET, Richmond, Virginia, and more particularly described in the above mentioned court file. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $2,500.00 or 20% of the purchase price, whichever is greater, will be required in cash, certified check or such other form as the Special Commissioner may in his sole discretion determine. A buyer’s premium of 10% of the successful bid will be added to equal total purchase price. All bidders shall be required to certify by affidavit that they do not own, either directly or indirectly, any real estate with outstanding Notices of Code Violations under local environmental, zoning and building code law, or delinquent real estate taxes, other taxes or any other finance related matter related to the City of Richmond. The property is being sold “AS IS” without any representations or warranties, subject to the rights of any person in possession and to all easements, liens, covenants, defects, encumbrances, adverse claims, conditions and restrictions, whether filed or inchoate, to include any information a survey or inspection of the property may disclose. Conveyance will be made by either a Special Commissioner’s Deed and/ or a Special Warranty deed, with adjustment of real estate property taxes made as of the date of confirmation of the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.1-

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Gregory A. Lukanuski Special Commissioner For More Information Contact: Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. 900 East Broad St, Rm 400 Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 646-7940 Tim Dudley Motley’s Asset Disposition Group 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road Richmond, Virginia 23234 (804) 232-3300 COMMISSIONER’S SALE OF 1722 North 29th STREET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA E000-0951/019 Pursuant to an Order of Sale entered in the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond on August 19, 2016 in the matter City of Richmond v. Clayton Investment Group, L.L.C., a Cancelled Virginia Limited Company, et al, Case No. CL15-3448-1, a suit for the sale of real estate for delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 58.1-3965, et seq. of the Code of Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at Motleys Asset Disposition Group, 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond, Virginia 23234, on November 15, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., the real estate together with any improvements thereon, known as 1722 North 29th STREET, Richmond, Virginia, and more particularly described in the above mentioned court file. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $2,500.00 or 20% of the purchase price, whichever is greater, will be required in cash, certified check or such other form as the Special Commissioner may in his sole discretion determine. A buyer’s premium of 10% of the successful bid will be added to equal total purchase price. All bidders shall be required to certify by affidavit that they do not own, either directly or indirectly, any real estate with outstanding Notices of Code Violations under local environmental, zoning and building code law, or delinquent real estate taxes, other taxes or any other finance related matter related to the City of Richmond. The property is being sold “AS IS” without any representations or warranties, subject to the rights of any person in possession and to all easements, liens, covenants, defects, encumbrances, adverse claims, conditions and restrictions, whether filed or inchoate, to include any information a survey or inspection of the property may disclose. Conveyance will be made by either a Special Commissioner’s Deed and/ or a Special Warranty deed, with adjustment of real estate property taxes made as of the date of confirmation of the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale. Gregory A. Lukanuski Special Commissioner For More Information Contact: Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. 900 East Broad St, Rm 400 Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 646-7940 Tim Dudley Motley’s Asset Disposition Group 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road Richmond, Virginia 23234 (804) 232-3300 COMMISSIONER’S SALE OF 1905 O STREET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA E000-0370/003 Pursuant to an Order of Sale entered in the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond on September 26, 2016 in the matter City of Richmond v. J M J P R O P E R T I E S , INC., A Terminated Virginia Continued on next column

Pursuant to an Order of Sale entered in the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond on August 19, 2016 in the matter City of Richmond v. ROBERT T. CARTER a/k/a ROBERT TAYLOR CARTER, Who May Be Deceased, and THE HEIRS, DEVISEES, ASSIGNEES OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST OF ROBERT T. CARTER a/k/a ROBERT TAYLOR CARTER, et al, Case No. CL15-3511-1, a suit for the sale of real estate for delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 58.13965, et seq. of the Code of Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at Motleys Asset Disposition Group, 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond, Virginia 23234, on November 15, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., the real estate together with any improvements thereon, known as 2420 Haden AVENUE, Richmond, Virginia, and more particularly described in the above mentioned court file. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $2,500.00 or 20% of the purchase price, whichever is greater, will be required in cash, certified check or such other form as the Special Commissioner may in his sole discretion determine. A buyer’s premium of 10% of the successful bid will be added to equal total purchase price. All bidders shall be required to certify by affidavit that they do not own, either

Pursuant to an Order of Sale entered in the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond on July 25, 2016 in the matter City of Richmond v. 4SITE INVESTMENT GROUP, LLC, et al, Case No. CL16-21544, a suit for the sale of real estate for delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 58.13965, et seq. of the Code of Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at Motleys Asset Disposition Group, 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond, Virginia 23234, on November 15, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., the real estate together with any improvements thereon, known as 2800 Hopkins ROAD, Richmond, Virginia, and more particularly described in the above mentioned court file. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $2,500.00 or 20% of the purchase price, whichever is greater, will be required in cash, certified check or such other form as the Special Commissioner may in his sole discretion determine. A buyer’s premium of 10% of the successful bid will be added to equal total purchase price. All bidders shall be required to certify by affidavit that they do not own, either directly or indirectly, any real estate with outstanding Notices of Code Violations under local environmental, zoning and building code law, or delinquent real estate taxes, other taxes or any other finance related matter related to the City of Richmond. The property is being sold “AS IS” without any representations or warranties, subject to the rights of any person in possession and to all easements, liens, covenants, defects, encumbrances, adverse claims, conditions and restrictions, whether filed or inchoate, to include any information a survey or inspection of the property may disclose. Conveyance will be made by either a Special Commissioner’s Deed and/ or a Special Warranty deed, with adjustment of real estate property taxes made as of the date of confirmation of the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to

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abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale. Gregory A. Lukanuski Special Commissioner For More Information Contact: Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. 900 East Broad St, Rm 400 Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 646-7940 Tim Dudley Motley’s Asset Disposition Group 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road Richmond, Virginia 23234 (804) 232-3300 COMMISSIONER’S SALE OF 3101 Q STREET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA E000-0723/001 Pursuant to an Order of Sale entered in the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond on August 19, 2016 in the matter City of Richmond v. PREMIER INVESTMENT PROPERTIES, L.L.C., a Cancelled Virginia Limited Company, et al, Case No. CL15-955-1, a suit for the sale of real estate for delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 58.1-3965, et seq. of the Code of Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at Motleys Asset Disposition Group, 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond, Virginia 23234, on November 15, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., the real estate together with any improvements thereon, known as 3101 Q STREET, Richmond, Virginia, and more particularly described in the above mentioned court file. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $2,500.00 or 20% of the purchase price, whichever is greater, will be required in cash, certified check or such other form as the Special Commissioner may in his sole discretion determine. A buyer’s premium of 10% of the successful bid will be added to equal total purchase price. All bidders shall be required to certify by affidavit that they do not own, either directly or indirectly, any real estate with outstanding Notices of Code Violations under local environmental, zoning and building code law, or delinquent real estate taxes, other taxes or any other finance related matter related to the City of Richmond. The property is being sold “AS IS” without any representations or warranties, subject to the rights of any person in possession and to all easements, liens, covenants, defects, encumbrances, adverse claims, conditions and restrictions, whether filed or inchoate, to include any information a survey or inspection of the property may disclose. Conveyance will be made by either a Special Commissioner’s Deed and/ or a Special Warranty deed, with adjustment of real estate property taxes made as of the date of confirmation of the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale. Gregory A. Lukanuski Special Commissioner For More Information Contact: Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. 900 East Broad St, Rm 400 Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 646-7940 Tim Dudley Motley’s Asset Disposition Group 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road Richmond, Virginia 23234 Continued on next column

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(804) 232-3300 COMMISSIONER’S SALE OF 2306 Fairmount AVENUE, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA E000-0617/019 Pursuant to an Order of Sale entered in the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond on August 19, 2016 in the matter City of Richmond v. Clayton Investment Group, L.L.C., a Cancelled Virginia Limited Company, et al, Case No. CL14-3066-1, a suit for the sale of real estate for delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 58.1-3965, et seq. of the Code of Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at Motleys Asset Disposition Group, 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond, Virginia 23234, on November 15, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., the real estate together with any improvements thereon, known as 2306 Fairmount AVENUE Richmond, Virginia, and more particularly described in the above mentioned court file. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $2,500.00 or 20% of the purchase price, whichever is greater, will be required in cash, certified check or such other form as the Special Commissioner may in his sole discretion determine. A buyer’s premium of 10% of the successful bid will be added to equal total purchase price. All bidders shall be required to certify by affidavit that they do not own, either directly or indirectly, any real estate with outstanding Notices of Code Violations under local environmental, zoning and building code law, or delinquent real estate taxes, other taxes or any other finance related matter related to the City of Richmond. The property is being sold “AS IS” without any representations or warranties, subject to the rights of any person in possession and to all easements, liens, covenants, defects, encumbrances, adverse claims, conditions and restrictions, whether filed or inchoate, to include any information a survey or inspection of the property may disclose. Conveyance will be made by either a Special Commissioner’s Deed and/ or a Special Warranty deed, with adjustment of real estate property taxes made as of the date of confirmation of the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale. Gregory A. Lukanuski Special Commissioner For More Information Contact: Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. 900 East Broad St, Rm 400 Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 646-7940 Tim Dudley Motley’s Asset Disposition Group 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road Richmond, Virginia 23234 (804) 232-3300 COMMISSIONER’S SALE OF 1204 North 32nd STREET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA E000-0721/016 Pursuant to an Order of Sale entered in the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond on August 19, 2016 in the matter City of Richmond v. Clayton Investment Group, L.L.C., a Cancelled Virginia Limited Company, et al, Case No. CL15-3509-1, a suit for the sale of real estate for delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 58.1-3965, et seq. of the Code of Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at Motleys Asset Disposition Group, 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond, Virginia 23234, on November 15, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., the real estate together with any improvements thereon, known as 1204 North 32nd STREET, Richmond, Virginia, and more particularly described in the above mentioned court file. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $2,500.00 or 20% of the purchase price, whichever is greater, will be required in cash, certified check or such other form as the Special Continued on next column

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Commissioner may in his sole discretion determine. A buyer’s premium of 10% of the successful bid will be added to equal total purchase price. All bidders shall be required to certify by affidavit that they do not own, either directly or indirectly, any real estate with outstanding Notices of Code Violations under local environmental, zoning and building code law, or delinquent real estate taxes, other taxes or any other finance related matter related to the City of Richmond. The property is being sold “AS IS” without any representations or warranties, subject to the rights of any person in possession and to all easements, liens, covenants, defects, encumbrances, adverse claims, conditions and restrictions, whether filed or inchoate, to include any information a survey or inspection of the property may disclose. Conveyance will be made by either a Special Commissioner’s Deed and/ or a Special Warranty deed, with adjustment of real estate property taxes made as of the date of confirmation of the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale.

Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale.

Gregory A. Lukanuski Special Commissioner For More Information Contact: Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. 900 East Broad St, Rm 400 Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 646-7940 Tim Dudley Motley’s Asset Disposition Group 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road Richmond, Virginia 23234 (804) 232-3300 COMMISSIONER’S SALE OF 1710 North 29th STREET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA E000-0951/026 Pursuant to an Order of Sale entered in the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond on August 19, 2016 in the matter City of Richmond v. Clayton Investment Group, L.L.C., a Cancelled Virginia Limited Company, et al, Case No. CL15-3172-1, a suit for the sale of real estate for delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 58.1-3965, et seq. of the Code of Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at Motleys Asset Disposition Group, 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond, Virginia 23234, on November 15, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., the real estate together with any improvements thereon, known as 1710 North 29th STREET, Richmond, Virginia, and more particularly described in the above mentioned court file. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $2,500.00 or 20% of the purchase price, whichever is greater, will be required in cash, certified check or such other form as the Special Commissioner may in his sole discretion determine. A buyer’s premium of 10% of the successful bid will be added to equal total purchase price. All bidders shall be required to certify by affidavit that they do not own, either directly or indirectly, any real estate with outstanding Notices of Code Violations under local environmental, zoning and building code law, or delinquent real estate taxes, other taxes or any other finance related matter related to the City of Richmond. The property is being sold “AS IS” without any representations or warranties, subject to the rights of any person in possession and to all easements, liens, covenants, defects, encumbrances, adverse claims, conditions and restrictions, whether filed or inchoate, to include any information a survey or inspection of the property may disclose. Conveyance will be made by either a Special Commissioner’s Deed and/ or a Special Warranty deed, with adjustment of real estate property taxes made as of the date of confirmation of the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale. Gregory A. Lukanuski Special Commissioner For More Information Contact: Continued on next column

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Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. 900 East Broad St, Rm 400 Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 646-7940 Tim Dudley Motley’s Asset Disposition Group 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road Richmond, Virginia 23234 (804) 232-3300 COMMISSIONER’S SALE OF 2301 Fairfax AVENUE, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA S000-0459/022 Pursuant to an Order of Sale entered in the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond on August 19, 2016 in the matter City of Richmond v. Clayton Investment Group, L.L.C., a Cancelled Virginia Limited Company, et al, Case No. CL14-3610-1, a suit for the sale of real estate for delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 58.1-3965, et seq. of the Code of Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at Motleys Asset Disposition Group, 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond, Virginia 23234, on November 15, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., the real estate together with any improvements thereon, known as 2301 Fairfax AVENUE Richmond, Virginia, and more particularly described in the above mentioned court file. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $2,500.00 or 20% of the purchase price, whichever is greater, will be required in cash, certified check or such other form as the Special Commissioner may in his sole discretion determine. A buyer’s premium of 10% of the successful bid will be added to equal total purchase price. All bidders shall be required to certify by affidavit that they do not own, either directly or indirectly, any real estate with outstanding Notices of Code Violations under local environmental, zoning and building code law, or delinquent real estate taxes, other taxes or any other finance related matter related to the City of Richmond. The property is being sold “AS IS” without any representations or warranties, subject to the rights of any person in possession and to all easements, liens, covenants, defects, encumbrances, adverse claims, conditions and restrictions, whether filed or inchoate, to include any information a survey or inspection of the property may disclose. Conveyance will be made by either a Special Commissioner’s Deed and/ or a Special Warranty deed, with adjustment of real estate property taxes made as of the date of confirmation of the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale. Gregory A. Lukanuski Special Commissioner For More Information Contact: Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. 900 East Broad St, Rm 400 Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 646-7940 Tim Dudley Motley’s Asset Disposition Group 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road Richmond, Virginia 23234 (804) 232-3300 COMMISSIONER’S SALE OF 1320 North 28th STREET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA E000-0622/002 Pursuant to an Order of Sale entered in the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond on August 19, 2016 in the matter City of Richmond v. Clayton Investment Group, L.L.C., a Cancelled Virginia Limited Company, et al, Case No. CL15-3125-1, a suit for the sale of real estate for delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 58.1-3965, et seq. of the Code of Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at Motleys Asset Disposition Group, 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond, Virginia 23234, on November 15, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., the real estate together with any improvements thereon, known as 1320 North 28th STREET, Richmond, Virginia, and Continued on next column

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more particularly described in the above mentioned court file. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $2,500.00 or 20% of the purchase price, whichever is greater, will be required in cash, certified check or such other form as the Special Commissioner may in his sole discretion determine. A buyer’s premium of 10% of the successful bid will be added to equal total purchase price. All bidders shall be required to certify by affidavit that they do not own, either directly or indirectly, any real estate with outstanding Notices of Code Violations under local environmental, zoning and building code law, or delinquent real estate taxes, other taxes or any other finance related matter related to the City of Richmond. The property is being sold “AS IS” without any representations or warranties, subject to the rights of any person in possession and to all easements, liens, covenants, defects, encumbrances, adverse claims, conditions and restrictions, whether filed or inchoate, to include any information a survey or inspection of the property may disclose. Conveyance will be made by either a Special Commissioner’s Deed and/ or a Special Warranty deed, with adjustment of real estate property taxes made as of the date of confirmation of the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale.

property taxes made as of the date of confirmation of the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale.

greater, will be required in cash, certified check or such other form as the Special Commissioner may in his sole discretion determine. A buyer’s premium of 10% of the successful bid will be added to equal total purchase price. All bidders shall be required to certify by affidavit that they do not own, either directly or indirectly, any real estate with outstanding Notices of Code Violations under local environmental, zoning and building code law, or delinquent real estate taxes, other taxes or any other finance related matter related to the City of Richmond. The property is being sold “AS IS” without any representations or warranties, subject to the rights of any person in possession and to all easements, liens, covenants, defects, encumbrances, adverse claims, conditions and restrictions, whether filed or inchoate, to include any information a survey or inspection of the property may disclose. Conveyance will be made by either a Special Commissioner’s Deed and/ or a Special Warranty deed, with adjustment of real estate property taxes made as of the date of confirmation of the sale. All settlement, recordation fees and prorated taxes are to be paid by Purchaser. Risk of loss shall be upon Purchaser from time of confirmation by the Circuit Court. In the event the tax delinquent property is subject to a Notice of Code Violation under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, city zoning codes or environmental codes, the high bidder shall be required to submit a written work schedule and plan to abate all code violations which shall be approved by the appropriate department, in its sole discretion. The acceptance of the bid by the Special Commissioner shall not be construed as limiting any powers vested in the City. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. The successful bid is subject to confirmation by the aforementioned Circuit Court pursuant to Section 58.13969 of the Code of Virginia. Settlement shall occur at the time of the confirmation by the Circuit Court, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE; otherwise, the Special Commissioner may require the Purchaser to forfeit the deposit and seek other legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser, including costs of resale and any deficiency resulting from resale.

Gregory A. Lukanuski Special Commissioner For More Information Contact: Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. 900 East Broad St, Rm 400 Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 646-7940

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RICHMOND REGIONAL PLANNING DISTRICT COMMISSION REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

COMMISSIONER’S SALE OF 101 EAST 32ND STREET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA S000-2003-027

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Pursuant to an Order of Sale entered in the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond on September 26, 2016 in the matter City of Richmond v. Mary D. Loadholt, et al., Case No. CL16-2028-4, a suit for the sale of real estate for delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 58.13965, et seq. of the Code of Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at Motleys Asset Disposition Group, 3600 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond, Virginia 23234, on November 15, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., the real estate together with any improvements thereon, known as 101 EAST 32ND STREET, Richmond, Virginia, and more particularly described in the above mentioned court file. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $2,500.00 or 20% of the purchase price, whichever is greater, will be required in cash, certified check or such other form as the Special Commissioner may in his sole discretion determine. A buyer’s premium of 10% of the successful bid will be added to equal total purchase price. All bidders shall be required to certify by affidavit that they do not own, either directly or indirectly, any real estate with outstanding Notices of Code Violations under local environmental, zoning and building code law, or delinquent real estate taxes, other taxes or any other finance related matter related to the City of Richmond. The property is being sold “AS IS” without any representations or warranties, subject to the rights of any person in possession and to all easements, liens, covenants, defects, encumbrances, adverse claims, conditions and restrictions, whether filed or inchoate, to include any information a survey or inspection of the property may disclose. Conveyance will be made by either a Special Commissioner’s Deed and/ or a Special Warranty deed, with adjustment of real estate Continued on next column

FINANCIAL AND COMPLIANCE AUDIT RRPDC-RFP #17-02 Richmond Regional Planning District Commission will accept sealed proposals until 12:00 p.m. Monday, December 12, 2016 for Financial and Compliance audit services for each completed fiscal year beginning June 30, 2017 through June 30, 2019. The Richmond Regional Planning District Commission reserves the right to reject any or all proposals submitted and also to make award where it appears to be in the best interest of the RRPDC. Submission requirements, background information, and mailing address, as well as the Commission’s Charter and Bylaws, are available at www.richmondregional.org. EOE.

REQUEST FOR BIDS For Certain Easements Upon, Over, Under and Across Joseph Bryan Park at 4308 Hermitage Road In the City of Richmond The City of Richmond is seeking bids for certain easements upon, over, under and across certain property located in Joseph Bryan Park at 4308 Hermitage Road for the construction, maintenance, and operation of sewer improvements and associated appurtenances in accordance with a certain Deed of Utilities Easement, for a duration of 40 years, subject to certain responsibilities to be imposed by the Deed of Utilities Easement and subject further to all retained rights of the City of Richmond. All bids for the easements hereby offered to be granted shall be submitted in writing to the City Clerk’s office by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, November 14, 2016. Bids will be presented to the presiding officer of the Council of the City of Richmond on Monday, November 14, 2016, at 6:00 p.m. in open session and shall then be presented by the presiding officer to the Council and be dealt with and acted upon in the mode prescribed by law. The City of Richmond expressly reserves the right to reject any and all bids. The successful bidder shall reimburse the City for all costs incurred in connection with the advertisement of this ordinance in accordance with section 15.2-2101 of the Code of Virginia and shall post the bond required by the ordinance. A copy of the full text of the ordinance is on file in the City Clerk’s office, and the full text of the ordinance and lease to be executed is available at: https://richmondva.legistar.com/LegislationDetail. aspx?ID=2856190&GUID=C8C47169-2DEB-4D44-8B0251A4F4C2E58C&Options=ID|Text|&Search=2016-263 Please address any questions or bids to: Jean V. Capel, City Clerk City of Richmond 900 East Broad Street, Suite 200 Richmond, Virginia 23219 (804) 646-7955

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Local, state players on NBA opening rosters Michael Gbinije and Treveon Graham are the Richmond area’s latest contributions to the NBA. Benedictine College Prep alumnus Gbinije is a 6-foot-7 rookie guard/forward for the Detroit Pistons. Last winter, he helped spur Syracuse University to the NCAA Basketball Tournament Final Four. Gbinije was the Pistons’ second round draft pick and the 49th chosen overall. He is at least the fourth Benedictine player to reach the NBA, following John Kuester, Mark Crow and Ed Davis. Vernon Hamilton played in the preseason with Michael Detroit, but not the regular season. Johnny Moates and Les Henson were drafted out of college but did not play in the NBA. Graham, a former Virginia Commonwealth University forward, is beginning his first season with the Charlotte Hornets after playing previously in the NBA D-League. The 6-foot-6 Washington native was undrafted coming out of VCU in 2015. Graham’s 1,872 career points at VCU is second to Eric Maynor’s 1,953 on the Rams’ all-time list of those playing exclusively for VCU. Len Creech scored 2,019 Rams’ points from 1964 to 1969.

VCU was formed by a 1968 merger of the Richmond Professional Institute and the Medical College of Virginia. Graham becomes the ninth Ram making an NBA roster, joining Jesse Dark, Bernard Harris, Gerald Henderson, Edmund Sherod, Eric Maynor, Larry Sanders, Troy Daniels and Briante Weber. Currently a free agent, Weber played last season with the NBA’s Memphis Grizzlies Gbinije and Miami Heat. Treveon Two VCU seniors from 2015-16 are playing professionally in the Italian League. Melvin Johnson is with Pallacanestro Varese, while Korey Billbury has joined Recanati. Here is a partial list of other athletes with state and/or area ties on the NBA’s opening night rosters. Atlanta Hawks: Kent Bazemore, Old Dominion; Mike Scott, Chesapeake, University of Virginia. Charlotte Hornets: Mike Tobey, U.Va.; Jeremy Lamb, Connecticut, son of former VCU star Rolando Lamb. Brooklyn Nets: Joe Harris, U.Va. Dallas Mavericks: Justin Anderson, Tappahannock, U.Va; Damian Finney-Smith, Louisville, from I.C. Norcom High School

in Portsmouth, played one season at Virginia Tech. Golden State Warriors: James Michael McAdoo, Norfolk Christian, University of North Carolina, son of former ODU star Ron McAdoo. Los Angeles Clippers: J.J. Redick, Duke, Cave Spring High School in Roanoke. Memphis Grizzlies: Troy Daniels, William Fleming High School in Roanoke, VCU. Milwaukee Bucks: Thon Maker, Carlisle School, Martinsville. New York Knicks: Kyle O’Quinn, Norfolk Graham State. Philadelphia 76ers: Gerald Henderson Jr., Duke, son of former Huguenot High and VCU star Gerald Henderson Sr. Portland Trail Blazers: Ed Davis, Benedictine, University of North Carolina, son of former Virginia Union University star Terry Davis. Washington Wizards: Jarell Eddie, Virginia Tech. A note: Phil Pressey was waived by Golden State in October. Pressey played at Missouri and is the son of former George Wythe High School star Paul Pressey. Many more athletes with state and local connections are playing in the NBA D-League and professionally overseas.

Black College Football Hall of Fame winners announced William “Billy” Joe, who coached Central State University of Ohio to two NAIA national championships, has been selected to the Black College Football Hall of Fame Class of 2017. Joe posted an overall record of 243133-2 in stops at Cheyney University in Pennsylvania, Central State University in Ohio, Florida A&M University and Miles College in Alabama. His Central State squads won NAIA titles in 1990

and 1992. Joe was a standout running back with four different NFL teams from 1963 to 1969, including the Denver Broncos, the Buffalo Bills, the Miami Dolphins and the New York Jets. Virginia Union University Athletic Director Joe Taylor was among the finalists for the hall of fame. Only one coach is selected each William ‘Billy’ Joe year.

Coach Taylor, with an overall 23297-4 coaching record at VUU, Howard, Hampton and Florida A&M universities, remains a strong candidate for future Black College Football Hall of Fame classes. Players selected for the Hall of Fame Class of 2017 were Parnell Dickinson (Mississippi Valley State), Harold Jackson (Jackson State), Gary Johnson (Grambling State), Robert Porcher (South Carolina State and Tennessee

State) and Isiah Robertson (Southern University). VUU can claim a slight connection to one of the Hall of Famers. Jackson was the Panthers’ head coach in 1994 (1-9 record) following a brilliant career as an NFL receiver. The Class of 2017 will be recognized Dec. 17 at the Celebration Bowl in Atlanta. The induction ceremony will be Feb. 25, also in Atlanta.

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GRTC Transit system invites all interested parties to submit proposals for providing third party transportation voucher pilot program. Interested firms may download a copy of RFP# 152-1610 from GRTC’s website www.ridegrtc.com (menu options: About Us, then Procurement) or obtain a copy from Tonya Thompson, Director of Procurement at (804) 358.3871 ext 372. No Pre-Proposal meeting will be held for this procurement. Responses are due no later than 11:00 am on November 30, 2016. All inquiries pertaining to the request or any questions in reference to the solicitation documents should be directed to: Tonya Thompson Director of Procurement (804) 358.3871, extension 372 Supplier diversity program“providing equal opportunity for small businesses”

The City of Richmond announces the following project(s) available for services relating to: RFP K-DPW-E16 – Annual Engineering and Construction Related NonProfessional Services for the City’s Capital Improvement Plan Receipt Date: Thursday, December 1, 2016 at 3:30 PM Receipt Location: 900 East Broad Street, 11th Floor, Room 1104, Richmond, VA 23219 Information or copies of the above solicitation is available by contacting Procurement Services, at the City of Richmond website (www. RichmondGov.com), or at 11th Floor of City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219. Phone (804) 646-5716 or faxed (804) 6465989. The City of Richmond encourages all contractors to participate in the procurement process. For reference purposes, documents may be examined at the above location.

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We are looking for someone who can direct, play the keyboard/organ and teach four-part harmony. Our services are held each Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Occasional afternoon/evening services is required for special events. Please fax letter of interest, including qualifications to: (804) 648-0557 or reply by email.

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Presidential Search AssociAte Budget And Risk AnAlyst Virginia Housing Development Authority (VHDA), one of the nation’s top Housing Finance Agencies, is seeking an Associate Budget and Risk Analyst to join its Finance Division. This role will coordinate the development of the annual operating budget across all divisions of the Authority, as well as budgets for capital, project and programmatic needs. As part of budget oversight, this position will review and validate code combinations used to account for procurement needs and monitor actual expenditures against budgets. This position will also identify, monitor and analyze insurable business risks, loss exposures and claims to ensure adequate insurance coverage is procured and maintained for all of the Authority’s needs. As a highly skilled analyst and internal consultant, this individual will work closely with the business areas, project teams and top levels of divisional and executive leadership. The candidate should be able to conduct thorough and objective analyses, facilitate discussions and effectively communicate options and recommendations to meet budgetary needs. Qualifications: • B.S. in a finance related field or equivalent experience • Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and terminology • Several years of diverse business experience in a financial environment preparing budgets, monitoring and explaining variances to budget, working with and reporting to upper levels of management • Proficient in MS Excel and other analytical tools • Excellent written communication and presentation skills If you enjoy working with people, continuously growing your analytical skills, turning challenges into opportunities, please submit your cover letter and resume online only at: http://www.vhda.com/about/careers An EOE This recruitment will remain open until filled. Credit and background checks will be performed as a condition of employment. Hiring Range: $53,237 – 69,208

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The Board of Trustees of Virginia Union University has launched a search to fill the position of university president. Virginia Union is a premier liberal arts institution of higher education and center of excellence for the preparation of students and the development of leaders for tomorrow’s world. The Board seeks an accomplished and energetic executive who has gained distinction as a fundraiser, and is a visionary academician with proven business acumen. Interested candidates must have a commitment to the student-centered mission of the university, to include building alliances and support with diverse populations of the community, and must value university stakeholders. The candidate selected will be charged with continuing the University’s historic transformation by embracing the institutional commitment to student success, academic excellence, building strong community partnerships, and attracting philanthropic support to ensure financial vitality. Founded in 1865 by the American Baptist Home Mission Society, Virginia Union University’s mission was to educate newly freed slaves. From its humble beginning in an abandoned slave jail, Virginia Union for 151 years has been a bridge to intellectual freedom for thousands of alumni who have continued the legacy of making significant contributions to society. As a Baptist affiliated private liberal arts institution, Virginia Union University enrolls 1,800 undergraduate and graduate students. Virginia Union University prepares students to earn baccalaureate and graduate degrees. It has 27 undergraduate majors in four academic schools and a Graduate School of Theology, which has received international acclaim for the preparation of leaders for the church and academy. The university’s institutional commitment to student success includes student engagement, retention, and a close interaction between faculty and students, along with a synergy between scholarship, teaching, and learning. Consideration of applications and nominations with accompanying resumes will end on December 1, 2016. Application packets should consist of a substantive cover letter, curriculum vita, full contact information, and at least three professional references, none of whom will be contacted without explicit permission of the candidate. For additional information about Virginia Union University, visit www.vuu.edu. Please send all candidate applications, nominations and materials to: Dr. Lucille M. Brown, Chair Presidential Search Committee Virginia Union University P. O. Box 26684 Richmond, VA 23261

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