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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This comes on the heels of the county being named among Top Workplaces’ top for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) Practices in the fall and among its Top 100 employers out of over 300 organizations with 2,500+ employees throughout the country earlier this year.
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Board of Supervisors Roundup |
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In case you missed the March 23 Board of Supervisors meeting, check out our newest blog offering a brief roundup of items from the board’s monthly work session and business meeting. Topics include:
- Public hearings on proposed budget, local tax rates
- Police department’s annual report
- Federal grants for school system
- Much More!
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National Joe Day 2022 - Get to Know Our Joes |
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Did you know Sunday, March 27 was National Joe Day, a day to celebrate our not-so-average Joes? To celebrate, we want you to get to know some of our Joes at Chesterfield County Government, including County Administrator Dr. Joe Casey! |
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Catch Up on the Latest Blog Posts from Chesterfield On Point |
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Dedicated space at the Manchester Family YMCA will facilitate collaboration between nonprofits and agencies that support “social determinants of health”: food, housing, transportation, bridging the language barrier, workforce development and adult education.
“We want to create a sense of belonging for anyone who walks through our doors: You’re welcome here and we can help you,” said Lisa Ramirez, Senior Vice President of Community Impact with YMCA of Greater Richmond.
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Refugee Resources Available to
Chesterfield Residents
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Chesterfield County’s Office of Diversity Equity and Inclusion - Multi-Cultural Services provides access to resources, key information and a variety of engagement opportunities to the diverse population of multicultural, immigrant, and refugee residents who call Chesterfield County home.
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Watch and Listen to the Latest Episode of
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On our next episode out tomorrow, we talk to Mayor Teresa Meyers Ervin of Florence (SC) about the growth of development and industry in her city, how that’s helped to position things for the future, the way it played out among various partners, and what all of that means for the residents in the area.
For exclusive content and to listen to the podcast directly on Facebook, make sure you follow our Chesterfield Behind the Mic Facebook page!
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Last Chance to Nominate a Local Senior to the Senior Volunteer Hall of Fame |
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Time is running out to nominate someone for the 2022 Senior Volunteer Hall of Fame, which celebrates local seniors who have rendered outstanding services to their community!
Nominations are due by Friday, April 1.
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Communications and Media Department
Awarded 2022 Adam Ward Public Information Excellence Award
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Congratulations are in order! The Chesterfield County Communications and Media Department was awarded the 2022 Adam Ward Public Information Excellence Award at the Virginia Emergency Management Association Symposium. This award recognizes the importance of creating clear and actionable information that helps the public make informed decisions and the importance of public information in emergency management.
There is no instance where timely, accurate information is more helpful or more important than in moments of crisis and this award recognizes the Communications and Media Department for its commitment to ensuring that information is readily available to those who need it most: The residents of Chesterfield County.
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Last Chance for Public Comment on Draft 2022 Richmond-Crater Hazard Mitigation Plan
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Time is running out to share your feedback on the draft 2022 Richmond-Crater Hazard Mitigation Plan. The draft plan focuses on the regional and local mitigation actions that will reduce the risks posed by natural hazards. Comments are due by Thursday, March 31.
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Request Your Board Member to Speak! |
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Did you know your group or organization can request a speaker from the #Cfield Speakers Bureau? The Speakers Bureau features a variety of topics on current and timely subjects from county leaders who are eager to talk to your group or organization.
Request Your Board Member to Speak
Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors members welcome invitations to engage with their constituents on many topics either specific to their respective magisterial districts or countywide. Speaking to groups or at events or functions is one of the many ways the county’s elected leaders stay informed, stay connected to the communities they serve and receive important feedback.
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Don't Be an Accidental Drug Dealer! |
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Prescription drug abuse is a national epidemic and #Cfield is once again promoting the proper disposal and storage of expired or unused medications.
Free medication disposal pouches and locking bags are available for pick up at various locations throughout the county, while supplies last, at the following locations:
Chesterfield County Public Library locations:
▪️ Bon Air Library - 9103 Rattlesnake Road
▪️ Central Library – 7051 Lucy Corr Blvd.
▪️ 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.
▪️ North Courthouse Road Library - 325 Courthouse Road
Chesterfield County Police:
▪️ Police Administration Building Lobby Desk, 10001 Iron Bridge Road
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Celebrate Kite Day at River City Sportsplex |
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Pack a lunch and bring the entire family out for a great day of kite flying at River City Sportsplex. Kite Day will be held from 1 - 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 10, 2022. There will be entertainment and other fun activities for the kids to enjoy.
To register for a free kite, call 804-748-1623 to get all signed up! Supplies are limited.
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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 Sarah!
We just can’t get enough of these sweet hounds and Sarah is no exception. She is a 5-year-old Hound and weighs about 45 lbs. She is a huge fan of treats (especially animal crackers!).
She seems to have a calm demeanor and did really well when meeting other dogs here in the shelter. We do not know how she does with cats but she would probably do well. She is also heartworm positive and will go home with the remainder of her medications.
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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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Two days left to nominate a Hall of Famer
Do you know a school star? You are invited to nominate former employees and volunteers who made a significant difference in Chesterfield County Public Schools.
To nominate someone, just fill out the simple online form at bit.ly/CCPShall. March 31 is the nomination deadline. Questions? Contact the Family and Community Engagement Office at 804-639-8690, ext. 1111.
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It’s time to sign up for kindergarten
Now is the time to sign up for kindergarten for the 2022-23 school year.
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County Indoor Mask Policy for Employees and Residents:
Wearing masks indoors in county facilities is optional for employees and citizens who do not display symptoms, have had a recent exposure to someone with COVID-19 or tested positive.
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Have you misplaced your COVID-19 vaccination card? Anyone vaccinated in Virginia can click here to obtain their vaccination record.
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Looking for a COVID-19 vaccine? Use VaccineFinder.org or Vaccines.gov to find the latest information on which providers and pharmacies are administering the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Apply to Chesterfield County Government jobs.
Apply to Chesterfield County Schools jobs.
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