Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney delivered his final State of the City address at the Virginia Science Museum on Monday, January 30, 2024, at 7 p.m. It was the mayor’s final State of the City address because he is in his second term as Richmond’s mayor, and he cannot run for a third, according to Virginia law for mayors.
Summary of what Mayor Stoney said
In his final State of the City, Stoney reflected on his eight years of being the youngest elected mayor of Richmond.
During his 40-minute speech, the mayor shared insights into how Richmond is progressing, achievements from the past years, and future plans for Richmond as was promised on a Facebook post announcing the upcoming event.
Stoney highlighted some of his accomplishments during his tenure. He said as he takes the next steps in his political career, the future of Richmond is bright. Just over a month ago, he formally announced his intent to run for the next governor of Virginia.
Stoney’s conclusion
“I am proud to have helped rewrite Richmond’s story. I am proud to have done it with all of you by my side. It has been the greatest honor of my life.”