The 25-page plan, available on the city's website, provides specific metrics to measure progress across seven pillars of city improvement. These include creating a functional city hall, meeting housing needs, supporting child success, building an inclusive economy, protecting community rights, developing sustainable infrastructure and addressing the city's historical narrative.

"A thriving Richmond must have a city government that works," Avula said.

The plan focuses heavily on improving core city operations through better financial management. Specific goals include maintaining compliance with established financial policies, completing required annual financial reporting on time, and increasing collection rates for real estate, personal property, meals and delinquent taxes. The city als

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