Chesterfield County, Virginia's Weekly E-Newsletter |
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Stay Connected with Chesterfield! |
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Scroll to the bottom for more helpful links and resources to stay up to date on all things Chesterfield! |
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Virginia Voter Registration Deadline is Today |
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Plan on voting in the upcoming November general election? Today, Tuesday, Oct. 13, is the last day to register.
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In-person registrations had to be completed by 5 p.m. on Oct. 13
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Mail-in registrations had to be postmarked by today, Oct. 13.
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Online registrations must be completed by 11:59 p.m. today, Oct. 13
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For more information about Chesterfield County and the upcoming general election, visit www.PromoteTheVoteCfield.org or view the General Election 2020 guide towards the bottom of this newsletter.
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Government Citizens Academy Goes Virtual |
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After postponing the spring Government Citizens Academy due to COVID-19, the Department of Citizen Information and Resources is excited to announce the fall Government Citizen Academy session will be offered virtually on Tuesdays and Thursdays from Oct. 22 through Dec. 19. Registration is now open, and the sessions will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
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The Government Citizens Academy provides citizens the opportunity to learn about their local government, participate in interactive sessions and provide feedback about the county’s work. The academy is free to participants and offers opportunities to meet local government leaders.
Learn more and apply at www.chesterfield.gov/govacademy. Class size is limited, so those unable to attend a particular session may be placed on a waiting list. For more information, contact GCA@chesterfield.gov or 804-796-7100. Once registered, participants will receive an email with the details for the sessions and the link to the virtual meetings will be sent the day before the session.
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This holiday season poses an economic challenge for many families across the region, especially as we continue to endure the COVID-19 pandemic.
If you and your family are in need of meal assistance this Thanksgiving, CCHASM's 2020 Thanksgiving Meal Program registration is now open. To view program qualifications and to register online, visit the program webpage.
If you are looking to give back this holiday season, both CCHASM and the Christmas Mother program accept donations. Learn more about giving to CCHASM or to Christmas Mother.
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Chester Library Reopening to the Public Oct. 19 |
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The Chesterfield County Public Library’s Chester Library will reopen to the public on Monday, Oct. 19. Chester Library is the fourth library to reinstate public hours since June, joining the Central, Meadowdale and North Courthouse Road libraries. Hours at all open locations are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Monday through Thursday) and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Friday and Saturday).
All locations continue to offer virtual learning pods, spaces that allow students, teachers and teleworkers access to spaces to continue virtual learning and teleworking. To learn more, visit library.chesterfield.gov/learningpods. Curbside checkouts, which began the week of March 23, are still being offered at all locations and will continue to be available at open locations.
Customers are expected to wear face coverings while in the library, and to continue to follow health department recommendations including conducting self-health checks, maintaining social distancing and washing hands frequently.
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Chesterfield Parks and Recreation Recognized by
Virginia Recreation and Park Society
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virtually last week, Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation received three awards for outstanding programs and facilities (population greater than 200,000 population). The department received the following awards, which recognized achievements made in 2019:
• Best New Facility (Parks, Playgrounds, Blueways, Greenways, or Trails) for the Pickleball Center at CTC@Hull
• Best New Program for the Rec-n-Roll mobile playground
• Best New Special Event for the First Responders and Multicultural CommUNITY Cup
This state-wide awards program honors individuals, departments and organizations throughout Virginia who have demonstrated excellence in the field of parks and recreation during the previous year. This year, 97 applications were received in 14 different categories.
For more information about Chesterfield Parks and Recreation, visit the department's webpage.
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Chesterfield County Public Schools Updates |
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Chesterfield County Public Schools free meals sites update through December 31, 2020
"To meet the needs of children under the age of 18 during COVID-19 virtual learning, Chesterfield County Public Schools will continue to provide free meals for curbside pick-up."
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Updates from Virginia Governor Ralph Northam |
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Governor Northam Reminds Virginians to Register to Vote Ahead of Tuesday Deadline
Oct. 9, 2020: "With just a few more days until Virginia’s October 13 voter registration deadline, Governor Ralph Northam today urged all Virginians to check their registration status and make sure they are registered to vote in the upcoming November 3 general election."
Governor Northam Directs More Than $220 Million in CARES Act Funding to Virginia’s K-12 Schools
Oct. 8, 2020: "Governor Ralph Northam today announced a new allocation of more than $220 million in federal Coronavirus Aid, Recovery, and Economic Security (CARES) Act dollars to help K-12 public schools in Virginia. The funding will support COVID-19 preparedness and response measures for the 2020–2021 school year, including testing supplies, personal protective equipment, sanitization, and technology for distance learning. Funding will be distributed to all 132 public school districts using an allocation formula of $175 per pupil based on fall enrollment, with a minimum of $100,000 for each school division."
Governor Northam Announces Additional Funding for Rent and Mortgage Relief
Oct. 7, 2020:"Governor Ralph Northam today announced he is directing $12 million in additional funding from the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act to Virginia’s Rent and Mortgage Relief Program (RMRP), due to high demand for financial assistance. The program assists households and landlords with rent and mortgage payments to avoid eviction or foreclosure due to COVID-19."
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The 2020 general election will be conducted on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020, and residents have three ways to cast their votes:
- Absentee Ballot Voting
- Early Voting
- General Election Day Voting
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Ballots will be mailed-out to county voters beginning Friday, Sept. 18, and the last day to request a mailed ballot is 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23.
Once you receive your absentee ballot, follow the instructions carefully in voting and returning your ballot.
Voters are encouraged to immediately vote and return their ballots to the Registrar’s Office.
There are several ways to return your ballot:
- Mail your ballot back via the U.S. Postal Service by using the return envelope sent to your residence by the Registrar’s Office. Voters also can use a commercial delivery service such as FedEx or UPS to return your ballot.
- Return your absentee ballot in-person at the Chesterfield Registrar’s Office at 9848 Lori Road, Chesterfield, Va. 23832.
- Return your ballot to the following secure drop-off locations beginning Oct. 19 during hours of operation:
- 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
Your ballot must be returned, or postmarked, to the Registrar’s Office in-person by 7 p.m. Nov. 3.
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Early Voting and Satellite Locations |
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Registered voters may vote early at the General Registrar’s office beginning Friday, Sept. 18. The office, located 9848 Lori Road, Chesterfield, 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 starts at the four County Libraries listed below on Monday, Oct. 19. The libraries are open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday – Friday and will be open the two Saturdays before the election. The Saturday hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- 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
Saturday, Oct. 31 at 5 p.m. is the last day of early voting.
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General Election Day Voting on Nov. 3 |
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If you cannot early vote or miss the deadline to request an absentee ballot, all of Chesterfield’s polling locations will be open from 6 a.m. until 7 p.m. on Nov. 3 for in-person voting.
The number of voters allowed inside the polling place at any time will be limited to adhere to social distancing and give poll workers time to sanitize machines and equipment for use. All voters are asked to wear a mask and adhere to social distancing protocols.
If you voted early in person or submitted a marked absentee ballot to the Registrar’s office, you can neither cast another ballot, nor change your vote in person on Election Day.
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Meet Moh Moh!
Moh Moh is a special little guy who came in originally after being run over by a car. His tail and leg were injured, and he was on "bed rest" for a while. The limp in Moh Moh's leg is no longer present, but he can only slightly hold his tail up. Our vet believes that he may have some nerve damage in the tail, but he does not think it needs amputation. So, Moh Moh will just have a floppy tail!
Moh Moh can be independent at times, but is always game for a nap in your lap! He is playful and gets the zoomies at times. Moh Moh is currently being treated for ear mites, so he would need to be kept separate from furry siblings until his treatment is over (we will send his medication with him). Moh Moh is a neutered male DSH and is about 3 months old.
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County Response to COVID-19 |
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Other important information and updates on resources for Virginians can be found at:
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Chesterfield Health Department
Free COVID-19 Testing in October
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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 October.
The free indoor, walk-up testing events will occur on the following days and locations:
Mondays: Oct. 19 and 26 – 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Cornerstone Church
10551 Chalkley Road
Tuesdays: Oct. 20 and 27 – 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Walmsley United Methodist Church
2950 Walmsley Blvd.
Thursdays: Oct. 15, 22, and 29 – 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Cornerstone Church
10551 Chalkley Road
Saturdays: Oct. 17, 24 and 31 – 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Faith and Family Center
7900 Walmsley Blvd.
No reservation is necessary. Additional testing events are pending and will be announced once finalized.
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Remember to Complete Your U.S. Census!
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The deadline to complete the U.S. census is fast approaching, and 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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