Danny Avula
About
Danny Avula's platform focuses on pragmatic governance, fiscal policy adjustments to fund public education infrastructure, and administrative reforms within City Hall. His administration also addresses public safety technology by shifting away from specific automated surveillance contracts while evaluating alternatives.
Campaign promises (3)
- infrastructureMayor Avula proposed a 1% tax tradeoff to fund critical school construction projects.
- public-safetyAvula announced that Richmond will not renew its Flock Safety contract while keeping the door open for alternative license plate readers.
- transparencyAvula promised continued reforms within City Hall to improve local governance.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 7
- Total speaking time
- 1:22:07
- Avg per meeting
- 11:44
- Segments
- 702
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Top issues during term (6)(Environment)
Dominion Energy offshore wind ownership change
Potential effects on utility rates aren't specified, but SCC petitions involving Dominion Energy can affect what customers pay.
Green stormwater infrastructure at Belmont and Hull Street libraries
The James River Association grant contract funds the installations, reducing city cost for stormwater management at the branches.
Bryan Park stormwater sediment catchment pond
Citywide energy efficiency program
The resolution commits to program design, not a specific dollar amount.
Virginia Friendly Landscapes exemption
Could save residents from repeat grass-violation fines.
Floodplain Remapping and Flood Insurance Affordability
Some homeowners may face roughly $200 per month in new flood insurance premiums.
Decisions during term (1)
Recorded while Avula was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.