Chesterfield County, Virginia's Weekly e-Newsletter |
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Following the resignation of Midlothian District Supervisor Leslie Haley, the Chesterfield Board of Supervisors will convene a special meeting on Monday, June 13 at 2 p.m. in the Public Meeting Room, 10001 Iron Bridge Road.
During the meeting, which is open to the public, the four remaining board members will outline the process for filling the Midlothian District seat on an interim basis.
The board will also adopt a resolution petitioning the Chesterfield Circuit Court to set a special election for Nov. 8. The winner of that election will serve out the remaining year on Haley’s term in office.
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Farewell Remarks From Leslie Haley |
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Halfway through her seventh year as the Midlothian District's representative on the Chesterfield Board of Supervisors, Leslie Haley has stepped down to accept an appointment as Virginia's deputy attorney general for government operations and transactions.
Haley was first elected to the county's five-member governing body in 2015 and then re-elected in 2019.
You can read her full statement at https://tinyurl.com/5n7zxrvw or view the video at https://tinyurl.com/mrywrhpf.
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Celebrate the Grand Opening of the
Manchester YMCA Welcome Center
This Saturday!
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Grab the family and join us for the grand opening of completed renovations to the Manchester Family YMCA on Saturday, June 11, which includes the addition of the Anderson Family Welcome Center -- a new facility dedicated to helping connect new #Cfield immigrants and refugees to community resources.
Festivities kick off at 9 a.m. and last until 11 a.m.
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Saturday Marks the Start of Chesterfield's
2022 Juneteenth Celebration!
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Chesterfield is collaborating with various community partners to commemorate Juneteenth, which marks the end of slavery in the United States, with a series of events beginning Saturday, June 11 and concluding Sunday, June 19.
Get more information about Chesterfield's planned Juneteenth celebration at https://tinyurl.com/2p999wsx or by contacting the county's Juneteenth committee via email at juneteenth@chesterfield.gov.
Because Juneteenth falls on a weekend this year, county government offices will be closed on Monday, June 20 in observance of the federal holiday.
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Shred and E-Cycling Event Takes Place
This Saturday!
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Do you have papers that need to be shredded or old electronics to recycle? Mark your calendars for the Chesterfield Shred and E-cycling event this Saturday, June 11, from 8 a.m. to noon at Westchester Commons.
*This event is open to Chesterfield County residents only!*
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Have you heard of Chesterfield’s Community Emergency Response Team? CERT is a free course that offers hands-on training for county residents in areas such as disaster preparedness, emergency communications and basic emergency medical skills.
Learn more about the program, which was launched in Chesterfield 20 years ago, and the volunteers who make it work in our latest blog post.
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Watch and Listen to the Latest Episode of
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On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Chesterfield’s own Carrie Brockwell about a whirlwind few months as the 15-year old turned an open audition call on Zoom into a golden ticket, a trip to Hollywood, and the adventure of a lifetime on ABC’s American Idol.
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Chesterfield Holds National Night Out Kick-Off |
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This year's National Night Out Kick-Off took place Saturday, June 4 at the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds! The free, family-friendly event featured a DJ, vendors, antique cars, a police helicopter and much more! Everybody had a great time!
We look forward to seeing all of you at National Night Out festivities across Chesterfield on Aug. 2
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Attention Registered Chesterfield Voters |
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Chesterfield County is now located in the 1st and 4th U.S. Congressional districts under the new U.S. congressional map approved by the Virginia Supreme Court earlier this year.
Since the candidates in those respective districts are running unopposed, there will be no 2022 midterm primary election in Chesterfield County this month.
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Virginia Rail Authority Awards Federal Grant
for Ettrick Train Station Upgrades
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The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) announced it was recently awarded a $6.4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to make upgrades to Chesterfield’s Ettrick train station.
The grant, part of the Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) grants program, will fund substantial enhancements to the passenger experience including improvements to the station building, parking, and lighting.
ADA accessibility will be improved from the parking lot to the station and from the station to the platform and trains. A new 850-foot platform will be constructed to provide passengers with safe access to trains. Other projects include the replacement of the canopy over the platform, a new wheelchair lift enclosure, and a covered walkway. Inside the station, projects include a new ticket window, lighting repairs, and new restroom doors. All interior and exterior signage will also be replaced.
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Save the Date! Bumblebee Jamboree
Takes Place on Saturday, June 18
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Join the Chesterfield Master Gardeners at Maymont to celebrate our pollinators at Bumblebee Jamboree!
Families are invited to participate at this free event that encourages everyone to learn about butterflies, bees, beetles, and bats. Children may enjoy pollinator related crafts, games, snacks, and other activities.
The Bumblebee Jamboree will be held on Saturday, June 18 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. For more information, call (804) 751-4401 or visit https://tinyurl.com/2xzhx3te
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Chesterfield Providing Grace Period on Personal Property Taxes Through July 29 |
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In response to challenging economic conditions, Chesterfield County is granting a grace period for payment of 2022 personal property taxes through July 29, 2022.
While personal property tax bills were due by June 6, no penalty or interest will be charged if taxes are paid in full by the end of the grace period. This applies only to taxes on personal property, such as cars, passenger trucks, motorcycles, boats and trailers.
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The Chesterfield County Farmer's Market is Back! |
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The Chesterfield County Farmers Market is back! Every Wednesday through Sept. 28, 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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Reserve Your Spot in a Summer Camp! |
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Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation still has some space available for several of its summer camps! If you are looking for a summer camp experience, check out these options:
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Fun in the Sun- for ages 5-12 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at Bensley, Chalkley, and Curtis elementary schools
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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
✅ Senior resources in Chesterfield - Office of Aging and Disability Services
✅ Chesterfield Cooperative Extension - Master Gardeners
✅ So much more.
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Say hello to Malibu!
When I came to meet my friends at animal services they noticed I had been bitten by a snake! Thankfully I’ve healed up from that and am ready to find my forever home!
Staff at the shelter would describe me as strong and athletic; they also noted that I have a dominant personality and am selective with other dogs. If you have other dogs, you will need to bring them to meet me before being able to take me home. Because of my temperament I should not go to a home with cats. I know this sounds like a lot, I am just looking for the perfect home! It could be with you, so come and meet me today! I am a 2 year old female spayed Pitbull mix who weighs 40lbs.
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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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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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Congratulations to our Class of 2022 Graduates!
About 4,500 Chesterfield County Public Schools students received high school diplomas during graduation ceremonies that are now available for viewing on the school division’s YouTube channel.
Every ceremony will be also shown on Comcast Channel 96 and Verizon Channel 26; the schedule can be found at https://tinyurl.com/4fp5ep8f
Photos from each ceremony are available via these links:
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Apply now for prekindergarten
Chesterfield County Public Schools is accepting prekindergarten applications for the 2022-23 school year. Prekindergarten serves 4-year-olds with the greatest need, helping them build skills and prepare for kindergarten.
Free, full-day prekindergarten with transportation is offered at:
- Chester Early Childhood Learning Academy for children zoned to attend Bellwood, Bensley, Beulah, Marguerite Christian, Curtis, Ecoff, Enon, Gates, Harrowgate, Salem Church, Elizabeth Scott and Wells elementary schools.
- Bon Air, Chalkley, Crenshaw, Crestwood, Davis, Ettrick, Falling Creek, Hening, Hopkins, Jacobs Road, Matoaca, Providence and Reams Road elementary schools.
Children must be 4 years of age by Sept. 30, 2022, and reside in Chesterfield County. Eligible students who live within the attendance zone of a school with a prekindergarten classroom are considered first. Use this widget to find the school you are zoned to attend.
Prekindergarten applications in English and in Spanish are available online. Required documents include child’s original birth certificate; proof of residency; proof of income; and completed dental exam form. Questions? Email ccpspreschool@ccpsnet.net or call 804-706-6061 (English) or 804-706-6062 (Spanish)
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Looking to get a PCR test for COVID-19? The Virginia Department of Health's Chesterfield Health District is hosting FREE COVID-19 testing events. These are walk-up events and no prior registration is required.
Chesterfield Health Department Parking Lot (9501 Lucy Corr Circle Chesterfield VA)
- Saturday, June 11 from 9-11 a.m.
- Saturday, June 25 from 9-11 a.m.
Learn more by visiting
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Several COVID-19 community levels in the area have increased from “low” to “medium” and “high,” the Chesterfield Health District announced on Friday, May 27, as cases continued to rise across the area. Chesterfield County and the City of Colonial Heights moved from “medium” to “high” risk for spread of COVID-19. Although Powhatan County is reported as have “medium” COVID-19 community levels, Chesterfield Health District recommends everyone in the region take precautions.
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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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Apply to Chesterfield County Government jobs.
Apply to Chesterfield County Schools jobs.
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