The opposition to this particular fire facility isn’t rooted in dislike of or disrespect for fire departments; rather, it’s about holding our leaders accountable for their promises of environmental equity.
The center, at 3000 E. Belt Boulevard in the 8th District, appeared to be the epitome of community for Black and Hispanic people who live nearby. But a city that touts its bona fides as a just and equitable place is using tactics from the old playbook of environmental racism and political exclusion.
For Richmond s public housing residents, the possibility of owning a home could be just around the corner with the help of a new Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority pilot program.
The program serves as the first of its kind not only in the state but also in the nation as it provides mortgage loans based on on-time rental payment history instead of credit score. If successful, it will serve as the model for other public housing authorities in the country.