Chesterfield County, Virginia's Weekly E-Newsletter |
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March 10 Board of Supervisors Meeting:
FY2022 Proposed Budget Presentation
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The Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors meeting on Wednesday, March 10, will be held in person in the Public Meeting Room at 10001 Iron Bridge Road. The meeting will begin at 1 p.m. with a presentation on the proposed FY2022 budget followed by the 6 p.m. evening session.
Measures are being put in place to accommodate in-person public input while practicing social distancing, as recommended by health officials.
Both sessions will be held in the Public Meeting Room and will be available for viewing on Comcast Channel 98, Verizon Channel 28, and livestreamed on chesterfield.gov and the County’s YouTube channel.
Want to learn more about the proposed budget or read through a draft of the document? Then visit the county's budgeting website, Blueprint Chesterfield.
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Tune In: Virtual Budget Community Meetings |
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Chesterfield County will host a series of virtual community meetings to review the FY22 proposed budget with the Board of Supervisors and county budget administrators.
The events will be broadcast live on the county’s Facebook page and YouTube channel, along with Comcast 98 and Verizon 28 starting at 6:30 p.m. on the following days:
- Thursday, March 11 – Dale District
- Monday, March 15 – Clover Hill District
- Wednesday, March 17 – Midlothian District
- Monday, March 22 – Matoaca District
- Tuesday, March 23 – Bermuda District
Each meeting will include a presentation followed by a question and answer session. While all virtual sessions are open to anyone in the community, each event is scheduled with a specific Board of Supervisor member.
All are welcome to watch a meeting that is most convenient to their schedule regardless of the district in which they reside.
A public hearing on the proposed FY22 budget is schedule for Wednesday, March 24 with anticipated budget adoption during the April 7 Board of Supervisors meeting.
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Proposed FY2022 Budget Media Briefing |
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On Monday, March 8, county officials held a media briefing to discuss the proposed FY2022 budget with members of the media.
The briefing included:
- County Administrator Dr. Joe Casey
- Deputy County Administrator Matt Harris
- Budget and Management Director Gerard Durkin
To hear more about the proposal, view the video embedded below.
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Show Off Your Quarantine Creations |
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Accepted submissions will be displayed at the center throughout the summer during the Quarantine Creations show, where the best in show will be awarded a $1,000 prize.
For $30, artists can submit up to three entries between now and May 23, 2021. Selections will be made by our gallery committee and based on demand and space availability. All levels of experience are encouraged to apply, and students are eligible for a submission discount.
All money raised will go towards art supplies for upcoming classes at the Perkinson Center.
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Don't Be An Accidental Drug Dealer |
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Prescription drug abuse is a national epidemic and drug overdose is the leading cause of accidental death in the U.S.
Through the month of March, Chesterfield County is promoting the proper disposal of expired or unused medications through its “Don’t Be An Accidental Drug Dealer” campaign, which provides free medication disposal pouches for pick-up in the county.
The biodegradable bag can be safely disposed in the trash.
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Residents can pick up their free medication disposal pouches at the following Chesterfield County Public Library locations:
- Bon Air Library | 9103 Rattlesnake Road
- Chester Library | 11800 Centre St.
- Clover Hill Library | 6701 Deer Run Drive
- Enon Library | 1801 Enon Church Road
- Ettrick-Matoaca Library | 4501 River Road
- LaPrade Library | 9000 Hull Street Road
- Meadowdale Library | 4301 Meadowdale Blvd.
- Midlothian Library | 521 Coalfield Road
- North Courthouse Road Library | 325 Courthouse Road
Expired and unused medications also can be safely disposed of year-round using the disposal box at the Chesterfield Police Headquarters at 10001 Iron Bridge Road.
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Help GRTC Plan for Transit Expansion |
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GRTC and PlanRVA are working together to plan for transit expansion in the greater Richmond region. With new regional funding from the Central Virginia Transportation Authority, and continued support from local governments in the region, GRTC could expand service by about 20% over the next few years.
The groups are asking residents to complete their survey and share feedback on how they think funding for projects should be prioritized.
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Meet Teeling!
Looking for a new four-legged friend? Teeling would be a great pick!
With a loving personality, Teeling would really like to be your new best friend--all they want from you is head pets and someone to play fetch with out in the yard. Teeling's a pro at playing fetch, chasing the ball and bringing it right back again.
Teeling knows sit, shake and the staff thinks they may be potty-trained, too. Teeling is not the biggest fan of baths (or water in general). Teeling does not do well with other dogs and would probably do best in a home where they are the only pet. Teeling's a 3 year old Pitbull mix.
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Updates from Chesterfield County Public Schools |
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Chesterfield County Public Schools Now Accepting Applications for Prekindergarten Program
March 3, 2021
Did you know that 90 percent of a child’s brain has developed by the time they are 5 years old? Early learning has a lasting impact on a child’s ability to grasp concepts and meet with future successes both in school and in life.
Studies have shown that families with economic needs and other environmental risk factors may impact a child’s kindergarten readiness. Because a strong educational foundation is crucial for young children to prosper, the Office of Early Childhood Service provides early childhood education services to Chesterfield County’s 4-year-old children who are most in need.
To help best serve the community’s young at-risk children, Chesterfield County Public Schools offers prekindergarten services to families who meet specific eligibility criteria at several elementary school sites.
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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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Virginia's COVID-19 Vaccine Summary |
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(Data as of Tuesday, March 9, 2021) |
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Interested in seeing the state's latest COVID-19 vaccination statistics, including a breakdown by locality? Click on the button below to to access the COVID-19 in Virginia: Vaccine Summary dashboard.
This site and the statistics displayed are managed by the Virginia Department of Health.
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VDH COVID-19 Vaccination Pre-Registration |
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The statewide COVID-19 vaccine pre-registration system is available at vaccinate.virginia.gov or by calling 877-VAX-IN-VA (877-829-4682).
Please note that the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) states it still may be several weeks until you will be contacted regarding scheduling a COVID-19 vaccination appointment.
Currently, VDH anticipates contacting all pre-registered individuals in phases 1a and 1b by the end of April. Once pre-registrants in phases 1a and 1b are vaccinated, opportunities for phase 1c and the general public will become available.
Verify and Update Your Pre-Registration Information:
VDH has added questions to the pre-registration form to better establish phase eligibility. Please visit vaccinate.virginia.gov or call 877-VAX-IN-VA (877-829-4682) to verify and update your pre-registration information. Verifying and updating your pre-registration record will not change or otherwise affect your initial pre-registration date.
By verifying your pre-registration, you:
- Ensure that your appointment will not be delayed due to missing or inaccurate information.
- Confirm the best method for VDH to contact you - email, text or phone call - to schedule your vaccination appointment.
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Statewide COVID-19 Vaccine Call Center |
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Have a question about the COVID-19 vaccine? Prefer to pre-register over the phone?
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CCPL Assisting Vaccine Pre-Registration |
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Chesterfield County Public Library (CCPL) is helping residents of Chesterfield County and the surrounding area with the vaccination pre-registration process. Library staff are available to assist customers over the phone, or, if in-person assistance from CCPL staff is needed, a resident may visit any CCPL location. If visiting in person, please follow safe distancing protocols. For CCPL's assistance, please call 804-751-2275.
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