RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- Richmond Mayor Danny Avula and other city leaders provided an update Friday morning on the city's support of residents during the federal government shutdown.

A press conference was held by city leaders at 9 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 7, in Richmond's Hillside Court neighborhood. The group also worked together to distribute food to residents that was provided in collaboration with Feed More and the Richmond and Henrico Health Districts (RHHD).

Mayor Avula announced that the city, effective Saturday, Nov. 1, will not cut off utilities for those who don't pay due to financial issues, and the city will work with residents to create a payment plan. This will hold throughout the month.

The city will also suspend late fees on utilities for the month of November, Avula shared

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