Chesterfield County, Virginia's Weekly e-Newsletter |
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Chesterfield Receives Triple-AAA Bond Rating
for 25th Straight Year
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The nation’s top three ratings agencies (Standard & Poor’s, Moody’s, and Fitch Ratings) recently reaffirmed Chesterfield County’s triple-AAA bond rating, solidifying Chesterfield’s position among a small group of peers able to demonstrate exceptional fiscal management.
Only about 1 percent of counties nationwide currently hold the AAA credit rating from each of the three agencies. In fact, #Cfield has earned a triple-AAA rating for the 25th consecutive year due to its robust and diverse economy and record of fiscal conservatism and strong financial management.
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"Maintaining our long-standing triple AAA bond rating is always important, but even more so in today’s challenges," said Dr. Joe Casey, county administrator. |
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Submit Comments and Feedback for Upper Magnolia Green Rezoning Project
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In case you missed it, the Upper Magnolia Community Meeting to discuss the rezoning of Upper Magnolia Green was held Thursday, Feb 3.
Watch the full meeting to learn more and get answers to many questions about the rezoning projects. You can also visit the Upper Magnolia Green Rezoning Project webpage to learn more about the project and submit comments and feedback.
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Jason El Koubi, interim CEO of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership, recently told the Board of Supervisors that Chesterfield has an opportunity to develop a "distinctive" site for attracting capital investment and high-paying jobs. Read the full Chesterfield On Point blog post.
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Board of Supervisor for the Matoaca District Kevin Carroll recently appeared on the Chesterfield Behind the Mic podcast and talked about several topics including the Upper Magnolia rezoning case. Watch and listen here at www.Chesterfield.gov/podcast.
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Rising Property Assessments Not Solely a Chesterfield Phenomenon |
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Following one of the busiest years on record in Chesterfield’s red-hot housing market, 2022 real estate assessments increased by an average of 12% countywide. That’s three to four times higher than in a typical year.
The situation isn’t unique to Chesterfield, though. It’s a reflection of surging home prices across the region, state and nation.
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On our next episode out tomorrow, we talk to Dr. Ted Raspiller, President of Brightpoint Community College (formerly John Tyler Community College) about the role the college plays in Chesterfield’s and central Virginia’s economic growth, the new opportunities it provides to potential students and businesses in the area, and how recent trends in various types of industry have lead directly to a new and different view of what the future looks like for those who attend.
Make sure you follow our Chesterfield Behind the Mic Facebook page for exclusive content and to listen to the podcast directly on Facebook!
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Chesterfield’s Black History Month
Annual Scholarship Recognition Program
to Be Held Feb. 18
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Chesterfield County’s continued commemoration of Black History Month with Virginia State University (VSU) will celebrate student achievement and include a keynote address to the public. The Chesterfield Black History Month Annual Scholarship Recognition Program is scheduled to be held virtually at 8 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 18.
During the Annual Scholarship Recognition Program, recipients of the “Leadership for the 21st Century Scholarship” will be publicly announced. Each year, a high school senior is selected from each of the county’s five magisterial districts, along with a sixth chosen from one of the regional governor schools, to be awarded a $2,500 scholarship.
For more information about Black History Month programs and events throughout the month of February, visit: www.Chesterfield.gov/BHM.
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Learn CPR. Download PulsePoint. Save a Life. |
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This Valentine’s Day, show some ❤️ by learning how to save a ❤️. Learn CPR. Download PulsePoint. Save a Life. Chesterfield citizens can play a role and be a life saver by downloading the two PulsePoint apps: PulsePoint Respond and PulsePoint AED.
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What Do You Love about Chesterfield?
We Want to Hear From You!
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Valentine's Day is just around the corner. In the spirit of love, we want to hear what you love about our community! ❤️
Is it the numerous parks? Great restaurants? Local shops? Your neighborhood? Head to our Facebook page, view the pinned post and in the comments, tell us what you love most about Chesterfield. Feel free to add a photo too; we love seeing pictures! 📸
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Highlighting the African-American History Committee of the Chesterfield Historical
Society of Virginia
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As we continue to celebrate Black History Month, we are highlighting the African-American History Committee of the Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia.
The #Cfield Historical Society of Virginia works to collect, preserve, interpret and promote Chesterfield County’s unique past. The African-American History Committee is the only group in Chesterfield County devoted to researching African-American history.
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Seeking Feedback on Potential Bus Service on Midlothian Turnpike |
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The Chesterfield County Department of Transportation is seeking input on potential bus service on Midlothian Turnpike between Chippenham Parkway and Walmart, located at 900 Walmart Way.
If you frequently travel that route, we could use a few minutes of your time. Please click here to take the survey. The deadline to complete the survey is Monday, February 14.
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Chesterfield County Farmers Market Now Accepting Vendor Applications |
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The Chesterfield County Farmers Market is now accepting vendor applications! If you are a vendor and would like to sell at the market, please email famersmarket@chesterfield.gov to request an application.
The Chesterfield Farmer Market will be open from May 11 - September 28, 2022. Every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., come out and support local vendors! The market is located on the county complex along Mimms Loops.
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Reserve the 'Keep Chesterfield Beautiful'
Mobile Unit
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The Chesterfield County Department of Community Enhancement's "Keep Chesterfield Beautiful" team has a newly renovated informational mobile unit: the "Be The Good Neighbor" unit.
This mobile unit focuses on educating #Cfield residents on how to be good neighbors through fun, engaging ways. The unit features an interactive talking mailbox, and a talking frog who entertains and encourages children to be environmental stewards and neighborhood heroes.
This mobile unit is available for both corporate and private events, neighborhood parties, HOA groups, libraries, churches, and more! Reserve today by calling 804-717-6171.
Members of the Chesterfield Community Enhancement team will be on-site to actively listen to successes or concerns from residents and to help answer questions. They'll also help educate residents on how to submit a code violation. You can learn more about the mobile unit by visiting www.chesterfield.gov/4327/Keep-Chesterfield-Beautiful.
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We're Looking for Interns! |
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If you or someone you know is a college student interested in learning how local government works, we're looking for interns!
This 10-week internship will introduce students to local government operations, give them the opportunity to meet with county leaders, attend trainings, participate in teambuilding exercises and much more!
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Watch WCCT - On Cable. Online. On the Go. |
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Did you know you can watch #Cfield Board of Supervisors meetings, Planning Commission meetings, and other special programming on WCCT from the comfort of your own home?
Chesterfield Community Television is your source of information, news, and events around the county!
You can also watch original programing on WCCT. Here’s some of what you can expect:
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Real Virginia
Real Virginia focuses on agriculture news and family-oriented stories throughout the state of Virginia. The show also offers cooking and gardening segments that feature products from Virginia.
National Gallery of Art Video Teaching Series
These programs explore current and historical 20th century art and sculpture from around the world. Programs focus on specific past and present exhibits from the National Gallery of Art and profiles pioneers in various fields of art and sculpture.
Watch WCCT on cable, online and on the go. Here's how:
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Meet Brody!
This cutie is a two year old Pittie mix who gets excited when he meets new people! He loves to try to climb into your lap for pets to be as close to you as physically possible, even though he's a bit too big to be a lap dog.
He also loves to gallop around in circles in our yard especially with a toy in his mouth. Make sure you have a lot of space for him to run his heart out (and lots of squeaky toys!) Brody would love to have a doggy sibling to play with, but make sure to bring your dogs up to meet him!
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He was very hyper and curious around cats so we didn't get a good read on how he would do around them. Brody is a happy, playful boy who would love to meet you today!
If you are interested in meeting this pet, please contact Chesterfield County Animal Services at 804-748-1683, option "0," to schedule an appointment. Office staff are available by phone 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, and 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. The shelter is located at 9300 Public Works Road, Chesterfield, VA 23832.
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Updates from Chesterfield County Public Schools |
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Education for adults
Did you know that Chesterfield County Public Schools offers adult education in four broad categories?
- Workforce training helps prepare residents for jobs in medical services, personal services and trades. Workforce training classes fill quickly, with registration on a first-come-first-served basis.
- Enrichment classes cover technology, world languages, crafts, home improvement and special interests. Classes this spring include cryptocurrency and seven new cooking classes.
- English for Speakers of Other Languages classes are offered both day and evening.
- GED® classes and tests help people achieve the equivalent of a high school diploma.
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Interested in switching careers?
EducateVA, the Virginia Community College Career Switcher program, invites you to an in-person information session to learn more about an 18-week pathway to teacher licensure. Click here to register for the 6-7:30 p.m. Feb. 16 session at John Tyler Community College. EducateVA offers a combination of online and weekend classes to those wishing to become middle or high school teachers. The program is approved by the Virginia Department of Education and trains teachers across the state, who go on to be hired to fill teaching
positions in public school divisions and private accredited schools. Share this flyer with people who might be interested.
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Alexander Samuel
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Chesterfield County Public Information Officer J. Elias O'Neal sits down with Dr. Alexander Samuel, Director of the Virginia Department of Health Chesterfield Health District to discuss the Omicron variant and precautions to stay safe.
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Get a Free COVID-19 Test Kit Sent to Your Home |
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All you have to do is enter your name and mailing information to have a free COVID test kit sent to you. The test kits are expected to take at least between seven and 12 days after the initial order is processed. No proof of ID, credit card or health insurance information is needed.
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Chesterfield Health District Community
COVID-19 Testing Center to Close
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The Community Testing Center (CTC) at the Chesterfield Fairgrounds is set to close as the demand for testing decreases. The last day of operation will be Thursday, February 10.
The Chesterfield CTC, located at 10300 Courthouse Road, was opened temporarily to meet the community’s testing demand following the holidays and the onset of the Omicron variant.
However, there is still time to get a free test at the CTC, if needed. The CTC will be open Wednesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Click here to schedule an appointment.
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Chesterfield Community Vaccination Center Offering Boosters and Vaccines |
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The Virginia Department of Health’s Chesterfield Health District Community Vaccination Center (CVC), located in the Rockwood Shopping Center at 10161 Hull Street Road in Midlothian, is open Monday - Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
The Community Vaccination Center also offers:
Registration is encouraged, but walk-ins are also welcome. Register in advance at vaccinate.virginia.gov or call 877-VAX-IN-VA (877-829-4682, TTY users call 7-1-1).
If you are coming for your booster dose, please bring your vaccine card to confirm the date and type of vaccine you received in your second dose.
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Access Your COVID-19 Vaccination Record Online |
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Have you misplaced your COVID-19 vaccination card? Did you know you can now access your COVID-19 vaccination record online with the COVID-19 Vaccination Record Request Portal? You can view, save, and print your vaccination record with QR Code. All at the convenience of your smartphone!
Anyone vaccinated in Virginia can click here to obtain their vaccination record.
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Use VaccineFinder.org or Vaccines.gov to find the latest information on which providers and pharmacies are administering the COVID-19 vaccine.
The VaccineFinder website displays information about the providers, such as types of COVID-19 vaccines available, website and phone number, hours of operations and instructions on how to take the next step to get vaccinated. VaccineFinder is updated daily.
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Virginia's COVID-19 Vaccine Summary |
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(Data as of Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2022) |
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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 access the COVID-19 dashboard in Virginia.
This site and the statistics displayed are managed by the Virginia Department of Health.
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Apply to Chesterfield County Schools jobs.
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