Thursday, September 15, 2022

Community Conversations with Chief of Police Gerald Smith

What: The Richmond community is invited to join Chief Smith and members of the Richmond Police Department for a series of Community Conversations.

When/Where: The public is invited to participate in these in-person conversations beginning at 6:30 p.m., on the following dates and locations:

  Wednesday, September 14: for Second Precinct residents Liberation Church, 5200 Midlothian Turnpike

Thursday, September 15: for Third Precinct residents First Baptist Church, 2709 Monument Avenue

Wednesday, September 21: for First Precinct residents MLK Middle School, 1000 Mosby Street

Thursday, September 22: for Fourth Precinct residents Barack Obama Elementary School, 3101 Fendall Avenue


Background: The Richmond Police Department is a key agency in building community in the city of Richmond. Fostering partnerships, engaging in problem-solving, and developing strong relationships of mutual trust between law enforcement and the communities we serve are critical to maintaining a safe community. Chief Gerald Smith will be joined by commanders of each precinct and lieutenants of each RPD sector.  

 Target Audience: Residents and community leaders within each Precinct area for the night specified.