Chesterfield County, Virginia's Weekly e-Newsletter |
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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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September is National Preparedness Month |
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September is National Preparedness Month and this year's theme "Prepare to Protect. Preparing for disasters is protecting everyone you love." asks everyone to take action now by making a plan with your community, family and your pets. With the remnants of Hurricane Ida expected to bring severe weather to central Virginia throughout the day and evening on Wednesday and potentially into Thursday, now is the time to prepare for potential power outages and other impacts. Make sure you have flashlights, spare batteries, water, and canned food handy.
In these situations, be it before, during, or after a storm, information is critical. That’s why you should sign up for Chesterfield Alert, the county’s emergency alert program. The notifications from Chesterfield Alert can quickly provide residents and businesses with vital information in situations like this storm. Messages may be received in a variety of ways, such as on your home, mobile, or business phones; through email; and via text message. You pick where—you pick how. Sign up for Chesterfield Alert here.
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Chesterfield County Farmers Market
Cancelled for Wed., Sept. 1
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Due to the threat of severe storms from the remains of hurricane Ida, the #Cfield Farmers Market scheduled for Wed., Sept. 1 is cancelled. We look forward to seeing you for our last two markets on Sept. 8 and Sept. 15! |
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Chesterfield County Government Offices
Closed on Monday, Sept. 6
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Chesterfield County Government offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 6 in honor of Labor Day. Both the Northern Area and Southern Area Convenience Center locations will also be closed. View a full list of office closings here.
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Central Virginia Waste Management Authority (CVWMA) Delayed in Some Areas |
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Reminder! #Cfield residents using Central Virginia Waste Management Authority. Due to drivers and worker shortages as well as extreme heat, recycling collections will be delayed in some areas.
All BLUE WEEK recycling will be delayed one day through Saturday, September 4. To learn more about the delay, click here.
CVWMA will also be delayed one day the week of Sept. 6-10 in observance of Labor Day. No collections will be made on Monday, Sept. 6 and therefore, all collections will occur on the day following the normal collection day. To learn more about the holiday delays, click here.
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Chesterfield Celebrated
National Dog Day on Aug. 26!
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We'd like to thank all who came out to various locations around the county in support of #NationalDogDay Thursday, Aug. 26! We had such a great time meeting you and your furry friends and we look forward to continuing to showcase #Cfield as a dog-friendly county through our Woof & Wag in #Cfield resource: www.experiencechesterfield.com/woof.
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Everyday Excellence Recognizes
Jared Brooks from Chesterfield Fire & EMS
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During Wednesday's Board of Supervisors meeting, Chesterfield County Administrator Dr. Joe Casey recognized Jared Brooks with Chesterfield County Fire and EMS for this month's Everyday Excellence award!
Recently Jared received a Lifesave Award for “successful application of fire and emergency medical procedures” after he saved the life of a driver who had overturned a vehicle and gotten trapped. The vehicle caught on fire and without his protective gear, and without waiting on assistance from other firefighters, Jared reached inside the vehicle, freed the driver’s legs and feet from being trapped under the burning dashboard, and pulled her to safety.
We commend Jared's bravery and selflessness!
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We Need Your Input!
Genito and 288 Special Focus Area
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We need your input! You can help shape the future of the Genito/288 area by providing your input to the Planning Department. The department is asking residents to fill out a form to help guide the development of recommendations for the Special Focus Area Plan, including the Southside Speedway site.
In 2021, Chesterfield County initiated a Special Focus Area (SFA) study for the Genito/288 corridor area in the Clover Hill Magisterial District. A Special Focus Area Plan is a long-range plan providing detailed development guidance to areas undergoing or having a high potential for change – relying more heavily on strategies for the redevelopment of key properties through detailed design guidelines and placemaking.
All public comments will be accepted until 5 p.m. on Tuesday, September 7, 2021.
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Chesterfield County
Conducting Broadband Survey
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Two weeks remaining! We are requesting your help in determining the broadband needs in the county. Please complete the following survey to assist us in identifying underserved and unserved areas.
Please fill in information about your physical home/residential location (not an office or business) and the internet access to that location.
Your provided information will only used for broadband project purposes. It will not be sold to third-parties. It may be made available to broadband providers for purposes of improving broadband coverage in the county and applying for grants.
The deadline to complete the survey is Wednesday, Sept. 15.
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Join Deputy County Administrator
for a Diversity Symposium on Sept. 30
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Join Deputy County Administrator Dr. James Worsley and industry professionals for an engaging conversation around inclusion and equity to accomplish the goal of diversity.
The Diversity Symposium will be held at 10 a.m. on September 30 at the CTC-Hull Street. Attendees will exchange ideas and learn common best practices from Dr. Worsley and subject matter experts.
The Chamber's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee endeavors to ensure diversity, equity and inclusion is an integral part of all aspects of the Chamber’s operations and strategic initiatives to build and sustain an equitable business environment in the Chesterfield region.
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Chesterfield Recognized as
Digital Counties Survey Winner for 2021
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We are thrilled to be recognized as a Digital Counties Survey winner by the Center for Digital Government for 2021!
For the 12th consecutive year, Chesterfield continues to set an example for the innovative use of technology in local government, earning the second spot in the 2021 Digital Counties Survey by the Center for Digital Government with populations between 250,000 and 499,000.
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Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Fall Program Guide is Now Available
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The Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation Fall Program Guide and the 50+ Active Lifestyles newsletter is available online and in county libraries and offices. Registration for fall programs is ongoing now. Click here to view the Fall Program Guide or the 50+ Active Lifestyle newsletter.
Chesterfield Parks and Recreation is also pleased to announce that there are no longer transaction fees added to online registration for classes or reservations for picnic shelters.
Subscribe to Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation monthly newsletter, Out of the Park, to receive news about park projects, activities, events and more!
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Meet Cher!
Can you believe that such a pretty lady is here at our shelter? She actually was found abandoned alone by a dumpster, so all she really wants to do is find herself a loving new home! Cher is an adult Lionhead rabbit with soft, fluffy fur- she'll need plenty of spa days and grooming to keep her looking so beautiful! She is also very sweet and calm- letting you pick her up and hold her without much trouble. She met another rabbit here and definitely wanted to be the dominant one, so keep that in mind if you have other rabbits.
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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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Higher Pay and Bonuses for CCPS School Bus Drivers
In partnership with Chesterfield County, Chesterfield County Public Schools will increase pay and offer additional bonus incentives to help attract and retain school bus drivers and staff members who hold a commercial driver’s license. A national school bus driver shortage has led to transportation challenges at the start of the 2021-22 school year. Additional funding from Chesterfield County government will mean starting pay for bus drivers will increase from $17.21 to $20.21 per hour. Current transportation employees who hold a commercial driver's license will also see a pay increase and will be eligible for a bonus up to $3,000 during this school year. Apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/chesterfieldschools.
A bus driver job fair is scheduled 4-8 p.m. Sept. 30 at Manchester Middle, 7401 Hull Street Road. To register for the job fair, visit https://tinyurl.com/ue8t4e8a. Questions? Email careers@ccpsnet.net.
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Chesterfield Schools Open for a New Year
The school year began with challenges, but the opening of schools Aug. 23-24 included moments of joy as teachers and students reconnected after being apart for so long. As Chesterfield County Public Schools works to resolve transportation difficulties, the school system asks for support and patience and says thank you to families, teachers, staff members and the community for all you have done, and continue to do, to make the process smoother and better for our students.
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Chesterfield County COVID-19 Update |
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The Virginia Department of Health's Chesterfield Health District Director Dr. Alex Samuel, Deputy County Administrator Dr. James Worsley and Chesterfield Fire and EMS Chief Loy Senter gave an update to the Chesterfield Board of Supervisors at the latest meeting on Aug. 25, 2021.
The VDH Chesterfield Health District continues to remind residents to get vaccinated and wear face coverings while in public indoor settings. Visit http://vaccinate.virginia.gov or call 877 VAX-IN-VA (877-829-4682) to learn how to get a free COVID-19 vaccination.
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Upcoming COVID-19 Vaccination & Testing Events |
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Looking for a COVID-19 vaccine, or looking to get tested for the COVID-19 virus? The Virginia Department of Health’s Chesterfield Health District is hosting COVID-19 vaccination and testing events throughout the county. Find the schedule below.
Vaccination Events:
The Chesterfield Health District will be providing COVID-19 vaccines at the Chesterfield County Fair on the following dates and times:
- Wednesday, September 1 from 2 to 6 p.m.
- Friday, September 3 from 6 to 10:30 p.m.
The Chesterfield Health District will be providing COVID-19 vaccines at Rockwood Vaccination Center, located at 10161 Hull Street Road (former Big Lots) on the following dates and times:
- Mondays from 3 to 7 p.m.
- Tuesdays from 3 to 7 p.m.
- Thursdays from 3 to 7 p.m..
- Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon
The adolescent immunization clinic scheduled for Monday, August 30, will no longer be held. If your child still needs their Tdap, Meningococcal and HPV vaccines, please contact your child’s healthcare provider. (COVID-19 vaccines are still available.)
COVID-19 Testing Events:
The Chesterfield Health District is offering FREE COVID testing on Aug. 31 from 9 a.m. – noon at the Rockwood Vaccination Center, located at 10161 Hull Street Road (former Big Lots):
During the month of September testing will be held on the following days at the RVC.
- Tuesdays, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Wednesdays, 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.
- Fridays, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
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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, Aug. 31, 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 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 Government jobs.
Apply to Chesterfield County Schools jobs.
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