Chesterfield County, Virginia's Weekly e-Newsletter |
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stay up to date on all things Chesterfield!
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Veterans Day Ceremony to Be Held on
Thursday, Nov. 11
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Thursday, Nov. 11, a Veterans Day ceremony sponsored by the Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia will be held at the Chesterfield County Historic 1917 Courthouse Green, 10011 Iron Bridge Road. This free event will start at 2 p.m. and is open to the public to honor those who have served.
A special tribute will be made to Tommy Sammons, U.S. Navy Veteran and Chesterfield County's Uncle Sam. Patriotic organizations will be laying wreaths and a local high school band will be performing. We hope to see you there!
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Chesterfield Proposes Alternative Redistricting Map of Woodlake Based on Resident Feedback |
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In response to input provided by residents, the Chesterfield Board of Supervisors is submitting an alternative proposal to the redistricting map that was first developed in September. 2021. The Board of Supervisors has proposed an alternative redistricting map to keep Woodlake in one magisterial district.
Woodlake is currently located in the Matoaca District. The county’s original proposal was to split the neighborhood between the Matoaca and Clover Hill districts. The amended draft keeps Woodlake more intact and relocates it to Clover Hill.
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Chesterfield Behind the Mic Podcast - Vice Chairman Chris Winslow (Clover Hill District)
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Episode four of Chesterfield Behind the Mic is here! We talk to Vice Chairman Chris Winslow of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors about a number of important topics in the Clover Hill District. We spend the bulk of our time in this show talking about the Genito Road Special Area Plan, the potential changes to River City Sportsplex and Southside Speedway, and what it all means not just for those who live near the area, but in #Cfield as a whole.
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Chesterfield On Point Blog - Zoning 101:
Navigating the Process
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Few of the Chesterfield County’s regulatory powers generate more public attention than its authority to determine what can be built and where. And yet, there are many misconceptions about the zoning process, without which the county would have no ability to protect existing residents and businesses from being adversely impacted by new development. We hope this blog post brings some clarity to the topic. |
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Comprehensive Plan Modernization Project |
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The Comprehensive Plan Modernization Project will be a technical cleanup of the comprehensive plan that was adopted by the Chesterfield Board of Supervisors in May 2019. This project will remove the following four outdated area plans and replace their land-use designations with those found in the countywide land use plan:
▪️ Jahnke/Chippenham Development Area Plan
▪️ Route 360 Corridor Plan
▪️ Eastern Midlothian Plan
▪️ Northern Courthouse Road Community Plan
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Chesterfield County Releases Results of
Citizen Satisfaction Survey
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Chesterfield County recently released the results of this year’s Citizen Satisfaction Survey. Respondents to a Citizen Satisfaction Survey in late spring/early summer found Chesterfield’s economy strong, viewed the county as a good place to work, and said they see their community as one that is safe and inclusive.
Some notable results of the survey include:
• 92% view Chesterfield as a desirable place to live
• 90% view Chesterfield as a desirable place to raise children
• 94% of citizens responded that Chesterfield County Public Schools prepare students for success beyond high school
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Pre-construction Begins at Midlothian Library |
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On Wednesday, Nov. 10, pre-construction will begin at Midlothian Library. This is to prepare for the NEW library coming in summer 2023. |
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How You Can Properly Dispose of Yard Waste |
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Fall is in full swing! 🍂 That means leaves are probably beginning to pile up in your yard. Before you bag them up, consider turning your leaves, grass clippings and branches into mulch and compost. The compost can be used in gardens and plantings beds too. Watch this video for some tips on how you can properly dispose of yard waste.
If you do need to dispose of your leaves and yard waste, they can be taken to the yard waste areas at the Chesterfield County Convenience Centers.
🍂 Northern Area Convenience Center – 3200 Warbro Road
🍂 Southern Area Convenience Center – 6700 Landfill Road
Remember, leaves and yard debris cannot be dumped or blown into storm drains and drainage ditches. This can impact water quality and cause flooding and it’s against the law. To report unlawful discharges to the storm sewer system, call 804-717-6161.
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FOLAR Hosting Public Meeting to Seek Input
for Park and Trail Master Planning for the
Appomattox Riverside/Ferndale Park
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Friends of the Lower Appomattox River (FOLAR) is hosting a public community workshop to receive public input for park and trail master planning for the Appomattox Riverside/Ferndale Park that is being developed to guide FOLAR and local communities in improving the park and trail along the Appomattox River.
The workshop will be held from 3-5 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 18 at the Appomattox Riverside/Ferndale Park, Large Picnic Shelter, 24909 Ferndale Rd, Petersburg, VA 23803.
In August, the Cameron Foundation awarded a $1 million grant to FOLAR to develop the trail’s western entrance spanning Chesterfield and Dinwiddie counties and the City of Petersburg. You can watch that announcement below.
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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:
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 Moxy!
Moxy is a 2 year old Pittie mix weighing about 46 pounds. She is a very energetic girl who loves to play and run. Moxy was found as a stray that had found a group of construction workers to play with.
When she is having a lot of fun, she can get so excited. She needs to learn not to play nip, but she is young so we think she will learn with some training. Moxy was very excited to meet other dogs in the shelter, however, she was too energetic around the cat she met, so may not do well with a cat in the home.
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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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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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Updates from Chesterfield County Public Schools |
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Get to know CCPS on the Go!
Something new is coming to Chesterfield County mailboxes: the first edition of CCPS on the Go! This printed newsletter is packed with news from Chesterfield County Public Schools.
Here's the reason behind CCPS on the Go: Chesterfield County Public Schools is growing (62,000+ students at last count) and is an award-winning school system known throughout Virginia and the nation for having high standards and doing what is right for children. But about 65% of Chesterfield County households do not have children 18 or younger. Even though a majority of the community is not connected on a daily basis to Chesterfield County Public Schools, we want all residents to be proud of Chesterfield schools. A strong public education system benefits everyone in Chesterfield County.
In addition to the printed newsletter, digital versions of CCPS on the Go are available in English and in Spanish. With two more editions planned for this school year, this publication is initially funded through federal relief funds to improve reach of communication throughout the school district. If you have questions or comments, please email ccpsinfo@ccpsnet.net. Chesterfield County Public Schools would love to hear from you!
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Update about school bus drivers
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Chesterfield Health District Offering Pfizer Vaccine for Ages 5-11 |
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The vaccine will be available at the state-run Community Vaccination Center (CVC) located at the Rockwood Vaccination Clinic, 10161 Hull Street Road in Midlothian. The CVC is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Parents wishing to get their children vaccinated should make an appointment at vaccinate.virginia.gov or call 877-VAX-IN-VA (877-829-4682, TTY users call 7-1-1). Advanced registration is strongly encouraged to reduce wait times.
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Community Vaccination Center Open in Chesterfield County |
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Did you know the state-run Community Vaccination Center (CVC) is now open at the Rockwood Vaccination Clinic, located at the Rockwood Shopping Center at 10161 Hull Street Road in Midlothian.
The booster vaccine can be obtained by eligible individuals at least six months from the date of their second Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine or at least two months from the date of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine. Visit https://bit.ly/3Cl2rEs for more information about who is eligible for a booster dose.
The Community Vaccination Center will also offer:
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Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine (5 and older. A parent or guardian must accompany anyone under 18. Advanced registration is strongly encouraged)
- Moderna COVID-19 vaccine
- Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine
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, Nov. 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 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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