The City and Community The City of Richmond is a dynamic community of 110,000 people and is home to one of the most diverse populations in the Bay Area. The City has substantial economic resources based on its affordability, central location, and access to multimodal water, rail, transit, bus, and freeway transportation. Richmond has something for everyone with 32 miles of shoreline on the east shore of San Francisco Bay, the Bay Trail, and dog-friendly parks as well as beaches and watersports, museums, cultural performances, music, and foods from around the world. And because of its diverse population, landscape of opportunity, and plentiful outdoor activities, Richmond is a warm and welcoming city for homebuyers, employers, and visitors. City Governance The Ci