Chesterfield County, Virginia's Weekly e-Newsletter |
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2022 Community Cup a Success |
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Last Saturday at Chesterfield's River City Sportsplex, first responders from across the Richmond area played soccer alongside members of the region’s multicultural community during the Community Cup tournament and cultural festival.
The free event – a regional partnership between Chesterfield and Henrico counties, the City of Richmond and Virginia State Police – also featured music, food trucks, a kids zone with various fun activities, first responders’ vehicles on-site and information booths staffed by public safety agencies and local organizations.
Its objective is to encourage dialogue between first responders and multicultural communities, build trust, promote understanding and demonstrate that people from varied backgrounds can live, work and play together while appreciating both their similarities and their differences.
A photo gallery is available in the Chesterfield On Point blog at https://tinyurl.com/pwecub56.
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Hops in the Park Takes Place Saturday
at Henricus Historical Park
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This Saturday from noon to 6 p.m., Henricus Historical Park will host Hops in the Park, a popular annual festival in Chesterfield that celebrates the long and rich history of brewing in Virginia. In addition to beer, cider and mead from a number of local brewers, there will also be food trucks and non-alcoholic beverages, music, brewing demos, a farmer's market, children's events and local artisans.
Admission is free. Beer tickets are $7 for a full 12-ounce pour or $3 for a 4-ounce tasting. The event is cashless so please remember to bring a credit/debit card. All proceeds support the Henricus Foundation’s Children’s Education Fund.
Parking is available at USA Iron & Metal, 1800 Coxendale Road. The parking lot will open at 11:45 a.m. and free shuttles will consistently run from 11:45 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Handicapped parking is located at the Henricus main lot, 251 Henricus Park Road.
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2022 General Election Is One Week Away |
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Check Your Polling Place Ahead of Election Day Next Tuesday
With Election Day coming next Tuesday, Nov. 8, Chesterfield voters are encouraged to check their polling place now and confirm that it hasn’t changed since the last time they voted.
Earlier this year, adopted changes to the county's five magisterial districts went into effect, including necessary precinct changes to fit congressional and state legislative district boundaries made by the Supreme Court of Virginia. That means that some voters should head to new polling places this Election Day.
At the same time, because of changes made at the state level for how precincts are now required to report their votes, every precinct has its own ballot. So it’s extremely important that you know your polling place when you go to vote.
Five satellite voting locations open through Saturday
Chesterfield’s five satellite early voting locations for the 2022 general election will remain open through Friday from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m., as well as Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The five facilities are as follows:
Ettrick-Matoaca Library (4501 River Road)
Clover Hill Library (6701 Deer Run Drive)
LaPrade Library (9000 Hull Street Road)
Meadowdale Library (4301 Meadowdale Blvd.)
North Courthouse Road Library (325 Courthouse Road)
Chesterfield voters also can cast their ballots at the Registrar's Office, 9848 Lori Road, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Saturday.
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Community Facilities Bond Plan Includes
$540 Million for County, Schools Projects
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As part of the Nov. 8 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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Donate New or Like-New Toys Through Saturday
for Library's Holiday Toy Bonanza!
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The Chesterfield County Public Library Holiday Toy Bonanza is back and bigger than ever! Donate new or like-new toys through this Saturday to any CCPL location during regular business hours. Toys will be distributed among participating library locations for community Toy Freeshop Events later this month.
The following library locations will host freeshop events, where you can "shop" for new-to-you toys. These events are open to the public, and toys are free of charge:
Ettrick-Matoaca Library, Saturday, Nov. 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Bon Air Library, Tuesday, Nov. 15 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Clover Hill Library, Wednesday, Nov. 16 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Meadowdale Library, Thursday, Nov. 17 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
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Planning Department Hosting Virtual Community Meeting on Recreational Substances Tonight |
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Chesterfield's Planning Department is holding a virtual community meeting this evening from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to discuss the amendment and reenactment of sections 19.1-570 and
The proposed amendment would define recreational substances and on-site use of recreational substances. Additionally, it would allow on-site use of recreational substances solely as a conditional use in the C-3, C-4, C-5, I-1, I-2 and I-3 zoning districts.
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed amendments at their meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022, at 6 p.m. in the Public Meeting Room, 10001 Iron Bridge Road. For more information, contact Brett Meadows by email or by calling 804-717-6397.
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Watch This Week In Chesterfield |
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Every Monday, This Week in Chesterfield points residents to fun, exciting and interesting things going on around their community. Each weekly video segment can be found on the Chesterfield County YouTube channel.
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Touch a Truck During Saturday's 'Highway Heroes' Event at Chesterfield County Fairgrounds |
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On Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and the Virginia State Police will host the second annual "Highway Heroes" touch-a-truck event at the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds.
The free event is in observance of National Crash Responder Safety Week to bring attention to "struck by" incidents affecting highway workers and first responders, as well as the alarming increase in highway traffic fatalities locally, regionally and nationally. It will feature local first responders, K-9 demonstrations, towing recovery & more!
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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
Manchester at Monacan, 7 p.m.
James River at Midlothian, 7 p.m.
Matoaca at Meadowbrook, 7 p.m.
Clover Hill at L.C. Bird, 7 p.m.
Powhatan at Cosby, 7 p.m.
Thomas Dale at Dinwiddie, 7 p.m.
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Catch Up on Blog Posts from
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In a new article posted to the Chesterfield On Point blog, you can read about the county's tremendous success on the economic development front during the fiscal year that ended June 30.
Garrett Hart, director of Chesterfield Economic Development, presented his department's annual report to the Board of Supervisors last Wednesday. Chesterfield’s 10 projects during fiscal year 2022 represent a total of $1.1 billion in capital investment, approximately 2,600 jobs and 2.6 million square feet of commercial space.
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Board of Supervisors Approves Funding
for Phase III of Harrowgate Park
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At its Oct. 26 meeting, the Chesterfield Board of Supervisors authorized the award of a $3.56 million construction contract to Loughridge and Company LLC for Phase III development of Harrowgate Park.
A southern portion of Harrowgate Park, which opened in 1978, was used in 2018 as part of the site for the replacement Harrowgate Elementary School. Chesterfield subsequently acquired 26 acres of nearby property to replace the athletic fields and picnic facilities that were lost to the new school.
A plan was developed to integrate the two adjacent schools, Harrowgate Elementary and Carver Middle, the remaining portion of the old park and a new Harrowgate Park to provide comprehensive recreation facilities for the community.
This plan divided the park development into three phases, the first two of which are complete.
Phase III will build community recreational facilities on the 26 acres of new park property, including a picnic area, open play area, destination playground, restrooms, picnic shelter, one mile of trails, a half-mile of sidewalks and a 90-car parking lot.
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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, which drops tomorrow, we talk to Dawn McCoy, executive director of CCHASM, and Bonnie Cauthorn, the 2022 Christmas Mother, about how you can get involved this holiday season to make Thanksgiving and Christmas a little better for those in need in Chesterfield County.
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Chesterfield Receives GFOA's Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for 37th Year |
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Once again, Chesterfield County has been recognized by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) with the group’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award.
The award represents a significant achievement by the county’s Budget and Management Department. It reflects the commitment of a governing body and its staff in meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting. In order to receive the award, an entity has to satisfy nationally-recognized guidelines for effective budget presentation.
These guidelines are designed to assess how well an entity's budget serves as:
- a policy document
- a financial plan
- an operations guide
- a communications device
Budget documents must be rated "proficient" in all four categories, and in the 14 mandatory criteria within those categories, to receive the award.
There are over 1,700 participants in the Budget Awards Program. The most recent Budget Award recipients, along with their corresponding budget documents, are posted quarterly on GFOA's website. Award recipients have pioneered efforts to improve the quality of budgeting and provide an excellent example for other governments throughout North America.
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Watch Chief Senter's Presentation
of Fire and EMS Annual Report
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Chesterfield Fire and EMS Chief Edward "Loy" Senter presented the department’s annual report to the Board of Supervisors during its Oct. 26 work session. Watch his presentation in its entirety at https://tinyurl.com/yscfu4wm.
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Say hi to Sugar!
Her name fits her VERY well. She has the sweetest disposition. Sugar is a submissive cuddle bug who loves to be in your lap and eat lots of treats. When she sees people, she simply vibrates with excitement.
Sugar has a lot of energy and was in a home with smaller children and she knocked them down a lot and like to steal their food. Because of this, a home with no small children would be a better fit for Sugar. She did fine with other dogs she met. Sugar is very young – about a year old – and is a 44 lb. Pitbull mix.
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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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City of Colonial Heights Will Host Meeting
on Fall Line Trail Saturday
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This Saturday, Nov. 5 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m, the city of Colonial Heights is holding a public meeting for a section of the Fall Line Trail that primarily falls within its jurisdiction, but also affects part of Chesterfield County.
The meeting is a walkthrough tour of the section of the trail adjacent to the Sherwood Hills subdivision, behind houses along Biltmore Drive and crossing Swift Creek Lake near Lakeview Park.
Parking is available at Lakeview Park, 503 Lake Avenue, Colonial Heights, and a city van will shuttle attendees to the tour area.
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Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation Seeking Public Input |
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The Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) wants to hear from you!
Your input is important in order to develop an update to the Coordinated Human Services Mobility (CHSM) Plan. Please take a moment to complete their survey on your transportation needs, preferences and use.
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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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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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Potential Career Switchers Can Learn More
About Chesterfield Schools Tomorrow!
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If you've ever considered pursuing a teaching career, this event could be for you!
Chesterfield County Public Schools invites you to learn more about the career switcher pathway to becoming a K-12 teacher tomorrow, Nov. 2, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at CCPS Central Office, 9900 Krause Road.
Presentations will be offered at 4 p.m. and 5 p.m.
For more information, email the school division at careers@ccpsnet.net.
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Updates from Chesterfield County Public Schools |
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Act by Nov. 3 to nominate outstanding principals
for 2022-23 R.E.B. Awards
The Community Foundation, in partnership with the R.E.B. Foundation, invites nominations by 5 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 3 for the 2022-23 R.E.B. Awards for Distinguished Educational Leadership. This initiative recognizes principals who go beyond the day-to-day demands of their position to create an exceptional educational environment.
The awards will recognize one principal each from Chesterfield, Hanover, Henrico and
Richmond. Each winner will receive a $30,000 grant: a $10,000 unrestricted cash grant to the principal and $20,000 to be used for school-based initiatives of the recipient’s choosing. Nominations are solicited from the school community and the public. Details and the nomination form are available here.
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It’s easy to recognize teachers and school employees
At the roots of a strong public school division are an exceptional faculty and staff and a
committed base of community supporters. Here are two ways community members can
acknowledge the work of teachers and school employees:
Game Changers: To recognize the game-changing work of Chesterfield County Public Schools employees, the school system recognizes Game Changers each month. Game Changers are those who step up to meet the needs of students; offer support and access to resources that assist their colleagues; provide an extra layer of support for families outside of the classroom; and who generally make a positive and sometimes life-changing difference in the lives of students, families and their colleagues. To recognize a Team Chesterfield Game Changer, complete the nomination form at bit.ly/CCPSgc.
Someone You Should Know: Someone You Should Know is a video series designed to share stories about interesting people working in Chesterfield County Public Schools. You can see the videos on the #oneCCPS YouTube channel (youtube.com/user/ccpsva). Nominate teachers and staff members by filling out the super-simple form at bit.ly/CCPSsomeone.
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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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