Richmond.com takes a comprehensive overview of Richmond’s 5th District — looking at both the boundaries and key landmarks of this diverse district, as well as a solid snapshot of the candidates and issues behind the upcoming School Board and City Council elections:
Located smack in the middle of the city, the Central District is in the center of the city and is one of two districts that crisscross the James River. It covers a diverse swath of the city, from Oregon Hill near Virginia Commonwealth University south across the river to Hull Street.
It includes the communities of Woodland Heights, Springhill, Reedy Creek, Carytown, Oregon Hill, parts of the Fan and Swansboro. Maymont and Byrd parks are also in the 5th District.