Chesterfield County, Virginia's Weekly E-Newsletter |
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Early Voting Locations for General Election |
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In anticipation of high voter turnout, and to provide viable voting options during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Chesterfield County Registrar’s Office is set to launch four satellite voting locations starting Monday, Oct. 19.
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Chesterfield early voting locations are:
North Courthouse Road Library
325 Courthouse Road, North Chesterfield
LaPrade Library
9000 Hull Street Road, North Chesterfield
Meadowdale Library
4301 Meadowdale Blvd., North Chesterfield
Ettrick-Matoaca Library
4501 River Road, South Chesterfield
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Each satellite voting location is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Registered voters may also vote early at the General Registrar’s office beginning Friday, Sept. 18. The office, located 9848 Lori Road, Chesterfield, Va. 23832, is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; and will be open the two Saturdays (Oct. 24 and Oct. 31) before the election from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Early voting ends on Saturday, Oct. 31 at 5 p.m.
Voters are requested to wear a mask at each location and adhere to state and federal social distancing measures.
Voters can drop off their voted mail ballots at any satellite voting location or the registrar’s office during voting hours.
Curbside voting will also be available during early voting. Each location will have a curbside voting phone number posted at the site for voters wishing to call and use the service.
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Chesterfield Seeks Officers of Election |
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Chesterfield County recently announced a $100 recruitment bonus to poll workers selected to work during the Nov. 3 General Election.
Officers of Election are registered voters who play a vital role in ensuring the integrity of the election and assisting voters in having a successful and enjoyable voting experience.
Chesterfield currently boasts more than 1,300 officers of election. However, an overwhelming number of those officers are over the age of 65, and with the growing concerns about the resurgence of COVID-19 in the fall, the Registrar’s Office is preparing for several of those officers to potentially sit out this election.
Learn more by watching the video below.
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Chesterfield Ranks No. 1
Among Leading "Digital Counties"
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For the 11th consecutive year, Chesterfield County continues to set an example for the innovative use of technology in local government, earning the top spot in the 2020 Digital Counties Survey. This is the fourth time being ranked No. 1 since 2010 among counties nationwide with populations between 250,000 and 499,000. Additionally, the county has placed in the top 10 each year since 2010, including nine times in the top 5.
The Center for Digital Government and the National Association of Counties recently announced the winners of the 18th annual Digital Counties Survey. The survey identifies the best technology practices among U.S. counties, including initiatives that streamline delivery of government services, encourage open data, collaboration and shared services, enhance cybersecurity and contribute to disaster response and recovery efforts.
Survey judges identified a wide range of efforts across several areas in determining Chesterfield’s ranking. The survey notes that Chesterfield “handled sudden work-from-home orders well in part due to its 10-year technology modernization plan and enterprise approach to data-driven government.” Examples that were highlighted were “StratIS” (Strategic Information Sharing) data program and the county’s chatbot, “ChesterBot,” which helped the county manage a sudden surge in phone call volume during the pandemic’s initial stages.
The county’s IST department will be recognized at the Sept. 23 Board of Supervisors meeting.
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Meet Hera!
In Greek mythology, Hera means goddess of family and this pretty girl just happens to be looking for a family of her own! Hera came in as a stray with small wounds on her ears that the vet suspects were from mosquito bites. The wounds have resolved, but she does have some scars (or beauty marks as we call them) that will probably always be visible.
Hera enjoys laying around, but is incredibly affectionate! She wants all the pets from head to toe and she will purr up a storm, too! Hera loves her food but would benefit from a bit of a diet. She is not the biggest fan of being picked up and would rather have all feet always on the ground. Set in her ways, Hera needs to be the only kitty in the home.
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Hera is 7 years old and weighs 8.5 pounds. Animal #573559
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County Response to COVID-19 |
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The Chesterfield County Response to COVID-19 webpage has links to many resources for citizens during this situation. If you are looking for information in any of the following topic areas, please click the links below to be directed to additional resources:
Other important information and updates on resources for Virginians can be found at:
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Chesterfield Health District Director Update |
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Chesterfield Health Department -
Free COVID-19 Testing in September
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As part of a statewide push to increase testing across the commonwealth, the Chesterfield Health Department is hosting free COVID-19 testing events in the month of August.
Note: Appointments should be made with the Chesterfield Health Department at 804-318-8207 before each event.
The free walk-up testing events will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Faith and Family Center, 7900 Walmsley Blvd., on Friday, Sept. 11.
Testing is for individuals who have COVID-19 symptoms and is free for uninsured or underinsured persons.
While some appointments will be reserved for walk-ups that morning, testing is limited and appointments should be made with the Chesterfield Health Department at 804-318-8207 before each event.
Spanish-speaking staff also will be present during the testing event.
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Remember to Complete Your U.S. Census!
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While April 1 was Census Day, Chesterfield encourages residents who have not yet completed their 2020 U.S. Census to do so as soon as possible.
Completing the Census is easy!
Households should have received official U.S. Census Bureau mail with detailed information on how to respond to the 2020 U.S. Census online, by phone or by mail.
Pay close to attention to the unique number given to your household and be prepared to use it during your response.
The 2020 U.S. Census is mandatory and responses are based upon the members of a household as of April 1 (Census Day).
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To learn more about the 2020 U.S. Census, visit the official website at my2020census.gov.
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