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Chesterfield Moving to Subscription-Based Curbside Recycling Model Beginning in 2023 |
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With the current Central Virginia Waste Management Authority (CVWMA) curbside recycling contract ending next year, and recognizing that much has evolved in the recycling and waste management industries in the 30 years since the program’s inception, Chesterfield saw the value of a thorough examination of all available options prior to issuance of a request for proposals by CVWMA for a new contract set to begin July 1, 2023. Based on this research, the county requested CVWMA procure a subscription service model program. This service model best aligns with Chesterfield’s longstanding approach to curbside recycling and minimizes the need for local government to play a “middleman” role.
After participating in the CVWMA-led procurement process, which included a request for a subscription service model, and careful consideration of the vendor response, Chesterfield has concluded that citizens can most cost-effectively access curbside recycling through a direct relationship with private haulers. To facilitate this transition, the county has established a website dedicated to assisting citizens with the change to private-sector services.
John Neal, director of the county's Department of General Services, gave a presentation to the Board of Supervisors last week that included many details about the curbside recycling transition. You can watch it at https://tinyurl.com/53sauat6.
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Community Cup Takes Place
Saturday at River City Sportsplex!
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Cancelled for the past two years because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a unique regional event will bring Richmond-area first responders back together with members of the multicultural community on the soccer field.
On Saturday, Chesterfield’s River City Sportsplex will host the Community Cup, a fun-filled day of soccer, community building and opportunities to learn more about the positive ways that police officers, sheriff’s deputies and firefighters interact regularly with the residents they serve.
The event also will feature music, food trucks, a kids zone, first responders’ vehicles on-site and information booths staffed by public safety agencies and local organizations. Gates will open at 9 a.m. and activities are scheduled to begin at 10 a.m.
Attendees are encouraged to bring a donation to benefit the Waymakers Foundation, a local nonprofit that aims to provide immigrant Latino families the foundation for a healthy lifestyle by developing culturally sensitive programs that address their needs in the areas of food, health, education, finances, art and culture. Among the items requested are rice (jasmine preferred), cooking oil, sugar, soap bars and shampoo.
In the event of inclement weather, visit the county’s Facebook page and website.
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Open House and Movie Night Under the Stars
Saturday at Chesterfield County Airport!
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The Richmond Executive-Chesterfield County Airport invites the community to attend its first-ever Open House and Movie Night on Saturday, Oct. 1, from 5:30 to 10 p.m.
Beginning at 7:30 p.m., Walt Disney’s “Planes” (PG) will be shown on a large movie screen with the airport’s runway and taxiway serving as the ultimate backdrop. In case of inclement weather, the movie will be moved inside.
Prior to the movie, this free, family-friendly event will include aircraft and apparatus displays from Chesterfield Fire and EMS, Police and Sheriff's departments, Virginia Department of Aviation and Virginia State Police MedFlight 1. Local aviation organizations will also have displays and activities for those who attend.
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Community Facilities Bond Plan Would Fund
$540 Million in County, Schools Capital Projects
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As part of the 2022 general election, Chesterfield residents are being asked to vote on the Community Facilities Bond Plan to authorize the issuance of $540 million in General Obligation bonds.
If approved by voters, the bond proceeds will fund 26 capital improvement projects in four categories -- schools, public safety, libraries and parks – over the next eight to 10 years.
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Chesterfield Breaks Ground on New
Falling Creek Middle School!
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Chesterfield school and county leaders broke ground Sept. 22 on a larger, modern replacement for Falling Creek Middle School.
Virginia Public School Authority bonds are being used to finance the new building, which is expected to cost about $100 million and open by the start of the 2024-25 school year. The new building will accommodate up to 1,800 students and is being built adjacent to the current Falling Creek Middle School, which opened in 1966 and has a capacity of 1,080 students. As of Sept. 30, 2021, Falling Creek's enrollment was 1,469.
Collaboration between the Board of Supervisors and School Board positioned Chesterfield County Public Schools to begin construction on the project sooner than expected, while also freeing up funds to pay off the VPSA bonds without adversely impacting the school division's operating budget.
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Final Chesterfield Farmers Market
of the Season is Tomorrow!
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The final Chesterfield farmers market of the 2022 season will be held this Wednesday! Come out, support local vendors and enjoy fresh produce and local goods from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The #Cfield Farmers Market is located at 6701 Mimms Loop, Chesterfield, VA. We hope to see you there!
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The Department of Communications and Media has launched a new weekly video segment called This Week In Chesterfield, which highlights things to do around the county.
Every Monday, the one- to two-minute video points residents to the fun, exciting and interesting things going on around their community. The segment, which is directed by Matt Neese and features rotating hosts from within the department, shares information on what events are taking place and where residents will want to be.
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Virginia State University's 2022 Homecoming Festivities Kick Off Saturday! |
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Virginia State University's weeklong 2022 Homecoming celebration gets under way Saturday from midnight to 3 a.m. with a pre-dawn party at Daniel Gymnasium, followed by a breakfast from 4 a.m. to 6 a.m. at Jones Dining Hall.
The official kickoff event for this year's Homecoming, which is themed "Something Greater on the Hill," takes place Sunday from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. with the ceremonial lighting of Rogers Stadium.
Events continue throughout next week on and around the Ettrick campus, culminating with the Trojans' home football game Saturday, Oct. 8 at 4 p.m. against Bowie State University.
For a full schedule of Homecoming 2022 events, visit https://www.vsu.edu/homecoming.php.
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This Week's High School Football Schedule |
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Here is the schedule of high school football games involving Chesterfield teams this week:
FRIDAY
Midlothian at Cosby, 7 p.m.
Clover Hill at Manchester, 7 p.m.
Prince George at Thomas Dale, 7 p.m.
Monacan at Powhatan, 7 p.m.
Meadowbrook at Petersburg, 7 p.m.
L.C. Bird at Huguenot, 7 p.m.
Matoaca at Dinwiddie, 7 p.m.
SATURDAY
James River at George Wythe, noon
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Enjoy Tours of Eppington Plantation,
Pleasant View School on Saturday!
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Join Chesterfield Parks and Recreation for a jam-packed Saturday, including Eppington Heritage Day and tours of the historic Pleasant View School. Both events will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
At Eppington Plantation, 14602 Eppes Falls Rd., enjoy a variety of Colonial activities, period music, storytelling, period vendors and crafters, carriage rides and living history. There will be a colonial militia encampment, musket and artillery demonstrations and much more. Take a tour of the house and learn about its history. Concessions also will be available.
Then swing by Pleasant View School, 18430 River Rd., to partake in activities that promote enlightenment, understanding and appreciation for what education was like in segregated African-American schools during the early 20th century.
In the event of inclement weather, information will be posted on the Parks and Recreation Facebook page and the website
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Catch Up on Blog Posts from
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Our latest blog article, which was published yesterday, focuses on the return of the Community Cup soccer tournament and cultural festival after a two-year hiatus.
The regional event, launched in 2019 to foster understanding and mutual respect between first responders and multicultural communities, takes place Saturday at 10 a.m. at River City Sportsplex, 13030 Genito Road.
While you're visiting the Chesterfield On Point website, take a second to subscribe so you receive alerts every time a new post is published.
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Watch and Listen to the Latest Episodes of
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On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we dive deep into the upcoming bond referendum by talking to Chesterfield County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Merv Daugherty and Gerard Durkin, Chesterfield's budget director, to go through the various projects included in the Community Facilities Bond Plan and share specifics on each one.
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This big guy is Loaf!
He’s a 5-year-old Hound mix who weighs 82 lbs. Loaf is a very smart boy who already knows sit, speak, paw, other paw, and lay down!
Loaf is a very energetic boy despite his size and since he will need to be put on a diet, an active family would be best for him. He did well with other dogs he met here; however, he was dominant when meeting them. He does pull on a leash, but he is food motivated so that would help with any training. He clearly already has quite a bit of training under his belt ... a brush up on leash skills should do the trick!
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If you are interested in meeting this pet, please contact Chesterfield County Animal Services at 804-748-1683, option "2," 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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Chesterfield’s Fleet Named One of Nation’s
Best For Green Initiatives!
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Chesterfield’s Fleet Services Division has been named the 42nd best Green Fleet in the nation by the National Association of Fleet Administrators (NAFA), which is the county’s highest ranking ever and the third time in four years that it has made the Top 50.
According to the Green Fleet Awards website, the program “recognizes peak-performing fleet operations and honors fleets who have enhanced practices to make a positive impact on the environment.” Currently in its 15th year, the Green Fleet Awards also “recognizes organizations that execute groundbreaking and inventive programs for their green initiatives.”
Rankings are awarded based on several criteria, including types of alternate-fueled and fuel-efficient vehicles, business practices, use of information and technology, and environmental stewardship.
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Parts of McEnnally Road and Ashbrook Parkway Will Be Closed to Traffic Until Oct. 24 |
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As a reminder, a 28-day detour for McEnnally Road and Ashbrook Parkway, near their respective intersections with Winterpock Road, began Sept. 26 and is scheduled to end at 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 24. Hull Street Road (Rt. 360), Ashlake Parkway and Spring Run Road will serve as alternate routes during the duration of the detour period.
Winterpock will remain open. Only the impacted sections of McEnnally and Ashbrook, close to Winterpock, will be closed to traffic.
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'The Violence That Binds Us' Performance
Coming to the Perkinson Center on Oct. 12
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The Chesterfield County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office will present “The Violence That Binds Us,” a theatrical performance based on true accounts of eight domestic violence survivors, on Oct. 12 at 6 p.m. at the Perkinson Center
Over the course of two years, Washington & Lee Theater Professor Dr. Stephanie Sandberg interviewed eight domestic violence survivors. This theatrical performance features the voices of those survivors as portrayed by Project Horizon staff. The words spoken by the cast are all direct quotes from the interviews. The questions spoken between each act are from the Danger Risk Assessment developed by Jacqueline Campbell, PhD, MSN, RN at Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing.
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Early Voting for 2022 General Election
Continues Through Nov. 5!
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Early voting in Virginia began last Friday, Sept. 23. Chesterfield residents can cast their ballots at the Registrar’s Office, 9848 Lori Road.
Dates and Times: Friday, Sept. 23 to Saturday, Nov. 5
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 29 and Saturday, Nov. 5, from 8:30 a.m.
to 5 p.m.
Additional locations for early voting will open Monday, Oct. 24.
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Concerned About Lead Paint in Your Home? Apply for Free Assessment and Abatement Program |
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Did you know that a child’s brain grows rapidly during the first five years of life and research shows lead exposure can harm a child’s health and brain development?!
Children can be directly exposed to this hazard if they live in an older home that contains old lead-based paint, typically built before 1978. Lead-based paint can peel and crack into tiny pieces creating dust that children breath in or swallow.
Fortunately, lead exposure is preventable. Chesterfield County’s Lead-Based Paint Hazard Control Program was created to protect children five years and younger and expectant mothers from lead exposure. In partnership with our non-profit partner, project:HOMES, families may qualify for a free lead hazard assessment and household repairs to remove hazardous lead exposure from their homes. This program has serviced several homes throughout the county and is currently repairing others that have lead-based paint.
If you’re a caregiver of younger children in an older home, you may also qualify for this program.
To learn more, visit https://www.projecthomes.org/lead. For more information, please contact Emily Hurley by emailing Emily.Hurley@projecthomes.org or calling 804-718-0517.
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Calling All #Cfield Agribusinesses! |
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The Agribusiness Promotion & Development Committee invites Chesterfield agribusinesses to promote their farm products and services on an interactive map for #Cfield residents and visitors to enjoy.
If you, or someone you know, owns an agribusiness in #Cfield, complete the form to be listed on the map. It’s free!
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Chesterfield Offers Tax Exemption
for Rehabilitating Older Homes
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Are you aware that Chesterfield County allows a partial real estate tax exemption for the rehabilitation, renovation, or replacement of older residential structures?
The goal of this program is to help protect and preserve our aging neighborhoods. Upon approval, the partial tax exemption will be in effect for 15 years and transfers with the real estate. The amount of the exemption is based solely on increased assessment value, not the amount spent on the improvement project. There is no application fee.
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Chesterfield Spreads Kindness |
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Did a neighbor recently help unload your groceries? Has a stranger paid for your coffee? Here in #Cfield, random acts of kindness take place each day and we want to hear about them! Visit www.chesterfield.gov/kindness to submit your kindness story for a chance to be featured on our social media channels.
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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. Our subject-matter experts want to be your best resource for getting answers to important questions about Chesterfield.
Topics include:
✅ District update – Request your board member to speak
✅ Bond Referendum: What Is A Bond Referendum?
✅ Senior resources in Chesterfield - Office of Aging and Disability Services
✅ Chesterfield Cooperative Extension - Master Gardeners
✅ So 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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Updates from Chesterfield County Public Schools |
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Be a Principal for a Morning on Oct. 10-11!
CCPS is looking for local business owners, community leaders or faith-based leaders to shadow school principals. Through the Principal for a Morning program, community leaders shadow a principal or building leader for about three hours. Participants will experience the logistics of monitoring school buildings and grounds, bus duty, morning announcements, classroom walk-throughs, lunch duty and assemblies. Principal for a Morning will take place Oct. 10-11.
Each time Chesterfield schools offer Principal for a Morning, community leaders and principals always gain from the experience. The program fosters beneficial partnerships between schools and businesses and allows local leaders to spend time in schools and see our innovative classrooms and practices. Use the QR code above or visit bit.ly/22PFAM if you or someone you know is interested in being a Principal for a Morning.
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Oct. 4 is deadline to apply for advisory committees
Advisory committees established by the Chesterfield County School Board are one way community members connect with their local schools. Advisory committee members are appointed from each of the county’s five magisterial districts and include parents, teachers, staff members, students and others interested in helping Chesterfield County Public Schools achieve its vision of creating a better tomorrow. Advisory committee members who are appointed by the School Board must reside in the district they represent; community representatives on the Gifted Education Advisory Committee are appointed by the superintendent and can reside in any magisterial district.
Click the application button at bit.ly/BdCom to apply by Oct. 4 if you are eligible and interested in these openings:
·Bermuda District seat on Citizens Budget Advisory Committee (partial term ending June 30, 2024)
·Midlothian District seat on Special Education Advisory Committee (partial term ending June 30, 2024)
·Bermuda District seat on School Health Advisory Board (partial term ending June 30, 2023)
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CCPS is hiring
Every job available within Chesterfield County Public Schools is posted online, including positions for teachers, cafeteria staff, substitute teachers, administrators, facilities employees, bus drivers and more.
Find a job that makes a difference: Work in Chesterfield County Public Schools!
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The Chesterfield Health District recommends that everyone in the region continue to take precautions due to COVID-19. |
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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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Do you need to take a COVID-19 test? All CCPL locations distribute FREE COVID-19 antigen rapid tests. Test kits are distributed through curbside service only. Drive to any library during operating hours and call the phone number posted out front to request your test kit. Visit the library’s website or call 804-751-CCPL (2275) for more information. Test kit are limited to two kits per visitor and are made available through 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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