Chesterfield County, Virginia's Weekly e-Newsletter
Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2021
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The Emergency Communications Center
Wants To Hear From You
The Chesterfield County Emergency Communications Center (ECC) wants to hear from you! Every four years the ECC goes through an on-site assessment for Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) re-accreditation. The ECC is inviting community members to provide feedback on its ability to meet professional communications standards.

The accreditation program requires agencies to comply with state-of-the-art standards in seven basic areas: organization; direction and supervision; human resources; recruitment, selection and promotion; training; operations; critical incidents, special operations; and homeland security.

Agency employees and county residents can submit comments to the assessment team by calling (804) 748-1113 on Monday, Dec. 6, 2021, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Telephone comments should be limited to 10 minutes per caller and must address the ECC’s compliance with CALEA standards.
Participate in Giving Tuesday by
Spreading Kindness Throughout Chesterfield!
It's Giving Tuesday, a day that encourages people to do good and give back to their community. There are many local #Cfield organizations you can support and we encourage you to do so!

You can also participate in Giving Tuesday by spreading kindness throughout the county. Here in #Cfield, random acts of kindness take place each day and we want to hear about them! Let’s celebrate all the thoughtful things #Cfield citizens are doing, while also encouraging kindness.

Visit www.chesterfield.gov/kindness to submit your kindness story for a chance to be featured on our social media channels. 💙
It's Virginia Winter Weather Awareness Week
This week, Nov. 29 through Dec. 3 is Virginia Winter Weather Awareness Week. Don't get caught off guard when winter weather arrives this year! Join the Virginia Department of Emergency Management and the US National Weather Service Wakefield, VA for Virginia Winter Weather Awareness Week. The two organizations are providing helpful information to prepare for whatever winter weather this season brings! Learn the difference between a winter storm warning vs. a winter storm watch, how to properly measure snow, indoor winter safety tips, preparing an emergency supply kit and much more!
Pick Up a Free Rapid COVID-19
At-Home Test Kit from CCPL
#Cfield residents can now pick up a rapid COVID-19 antigen at-home test from any Chesterfield County Public Library location.

Anyone can request a free test kit through curbside pickup.

Please do not enter the building to request your kit. Call the phone number listed on the sign at the library and wait in your vehicle. Staff will place your items on the table in the designated area.

*Supplies fluctuate. Please call 804-751-CCPL to determine availability at your preferred location.
Holiday Events at Henricus Historical Park
The Henricus Foundation presents unique events to celebrate and learn about the history of holiday celebrations.

  • Three Centuries of Virginia Christmas and a Visit from Father Christmas, Saturday, Dec. 11, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
  • Candlelight Christmas at Henricus, Saturday, Dec. 18
  • Note: The Boar's Head Feast has been cancelled.
Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office
Memorial Dedication Ceremony
Save the Date! The Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office cordially invites you to an unveiling and dedication of the Memorial Monument on Friday, Dec. 10, 2021 at 2 p.m. at 10011 Iron Bridge Road. This memorial will honor those who lost their lives in service to the citizens of Chesterfield County.

The monument is located right next to The Historic 1917 Courthouse Building. In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will take place in the Chesterfield County Public Meeting Room. We hope to see you there!
The Annual Tacky Light Run is Back!
The CarMax Tacky Light Run is back this year! Enjoy massive light displays, festive swag, costumes, cookie stops, photo ops and so much more! Run it or walk it on Saturday, Dec. 11. Registration is open until Dec. 11! Click here to view event details and to register.
New Midlothian Library To Be Built;
Current Location to Close on Dec. 30
Chesterfield County Public Library (CCPL) will soon begin the process of replacing the current Midlothian Library, which will nearly double in size. The existing location will close at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 30, 2021, to start the demolition and rebuilding process. The new library is expected to open in the summer of 2023. 
 
The Midlothian Library opened to the public in 1980 and was renovated in 1995. The existing structure is 15,000 square feet and the new building, to be built in the same location, will be 25,000 square feet.
 
The new facility will include:
  • improved seating with comfortable chairs for lounging, reading and working
  • drive-thru book drop
  • a large community meeting room
  • interactive indoor learning features for kids
  • a digital media center
  • an outdoor reading garden
Holiday Safety Tip Provided by
Chesterfield Fire and EMS
Chesterfield Fire and EMS is reminding Chesterfield citizens of holiday tree and light safety this holiday season! Stay tuned for additional holiday safety tips from Chesterfield Fire and EMS and Chesterfield County Police in upcoming editions of Happening in Chesterfield.
Social Security Benefits Increase in 2022
Approximately 70 million Americans will see a 5.9% increase in their Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments in 2022. Federal benefit rates increase when the cost-of-living rises, as measured by the Department of Labor’s Consumer Price Index (CPI-W).

The CPI-W rises when inflation increases, leading to a higher cost-of-living. This change means prices for goods and services, on average, are a little more expensive, so the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) helps to offset these costs.

Log into your my Social Security account to learn more.
Watch WCCT - On Cable. Online. On the Go.
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:
Adoptable Pet Spotlight
Say hello to Max!

He was adopted about two months ago but was returned through no fault of his own. This cutie is a two-year old Pittie mix who would love to meet you today! Max is just a big baby who doesn't know that he's 70 pounds. He's super sweet and friendly, getting just the biggest smile on his face when he meets new people and gets pets! Max is already house-trained which is a big plus! He could use some extra training about pulling on the leash and jumping since he really has no idea he's such a large boy. Since he has so much energy and enthusiasm, we don't think he should go to a home with cats, other dogs, or small children.
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.
Request Your Board Member to Speak!
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.

Request a speaker by visiting chesterfield.gov/speakersbureau.
Updates from Chesterfield County Public Schools
Dec. 4 Open House for
Career and Technical Education
Students of all ages and their families are invited to explore programs available at the Chesterfield Career and Technical Center. In-person open houses are scheduled Dec. 4:
  • 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Career and Technical Center @ Courthouse, 10101 Courthouse Road
  • Noon-2 p.m. at the Career and Technical Center @ Hull, 13900 Hull Street Road
 
Registration is not required for these open houses to meet instructors and discover the variety of programs that are offered. Click here for details about the Chesterfield Career and Technical Center to see which programs are offered on which campus.
 
Also, families of English learners are invited to a general information session 10-11 a.m. Dec. 4 at CTC@Courthouse (10101 Courthouse Road) that offers extra resources, including interpreters. Families are asked to register in advance at bit.ly/esl-tech so that interpreting
services can be arranged for the 10 a.m. session.
Meadowbrook High School Celebrates Global Entrepreneurship Week
The Meadowbrook Academy for Developing Entrepreneurs celebrated Global Entrepreneurship Week by collaborating with VCU’s daVinci Center for Innovation graduate students for a hands-on learning day to grow entrepreneurial skills. Meadowbrook High students attended three sessions taught by the grad students: idea generation and design thinking, public speaking and an introduction to Canva.
Hop Aboard the CIS Express!
You are invited to ride the CIS Express! Communities In Schools of Chesterfield is hosting the second annual CIS Express, a free holiday light tour in Midlothian. Here’s a quick video overview. From the comfort and safety of your vehicle and aided by an easy-to-use guided tour on your phone, you will visit 11 fabulously decorated homes. Each stop is connected to the CIS mission and the 10 schools served by Communities In Schools of Chesterfield.

The CIS Express will run 5:30 p.m.-10 p.m. Dec. 6-19 in the Hampton Park neighborhood. Bonus: Dec. 10 and Dec. 18 will be live event nights, when you can grab hot cocoa and a cookie and enjoy other festive fun at the first stop of the tour. Click here for details and to reserve your free ticket.
Chesterfield Community Vaccination Center Offering Boosters and Vaccines
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 CVC is offering booster shots for all three of the COVID-19 vaccines in accordance with guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA). 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 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.

For more information about the CVC, click here. 
Access Your COVID-19 Vaccination Record Online
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.
If you have any questions about the Vaccination Record Request Portal, visit the Virginia Department of Health’s FAQ.
Need 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.

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.
Virginia's COVID-19 Vaccine Summary
(Data as of Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2021)
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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