Chesterfield County, Virginia's Weekly e-Newsletter |
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Stay Connected with Chesterfield! |
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Scroll to the bottom for more helpful links and resources to stay up to date on all things Chesterfield! |
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Chesterfield’s Access On Demand, GRTC offering Free Rides to COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments |
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Chesterfield County and GRTC want to ensure the lack of transportation does not deter residents from receiving a COVID-19 vaccine. If a resident has a scheduled appointment to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, but doesn’t have a way to get there, the individual is encouraged to call Chesterfield Mobility Services at 804-706-2796 and a free ride will be scheduled.
Free rides to COVID-19 vaccine appointments are being accommodated two ways:
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Through its Access On Demand program, Chesterfield will cover the $6 per trip transportation fee to COVID-19 vaccination appointments, making the trip free for those registered with Chesterfield Mobility Services.
- Those not eligible or registered through Access On Demand can still call Chesterfield Mobility Services and staff will assist them in getting a free ride through GRTC’s and Uzurv partnership program using GRTC CARES Act funding.
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Register for a COVID-19 Vaccine at a
Participating Pharmacy
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Chesterfield COVID-19 Vaccination Dashboard |
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(Data as of March 29, 2021) |
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The Chesterfield COVID-19 Vaccination Dashboard provides visualizations of data regarding the COVID-19 vaccination efforts specific to Chesterfield County and the Chesterfield Health District (Chesterfield County, Powhatan County and the City of Colonial Heights), as well as overall vaccination data for Greater Richmond region localities.
It also includes an estimated timeline to reach the county’s community vaccination goal of 75 percent.
The goal of the dashboard is to provide an interactive snapshot of the progress of vaccine distribution in the county and the number of residents who have been vaccinated. It also allows a side-by-side comparison between Chesterfield and other localities in the vaccination effort.
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CCPL Assisting With Vaccine Pre-Registration |
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Chesterfield County Public Library (CCPL) is helping residents of Chesterfield County and the surrounding area with the vaccination pre-registration process. Library staff are available to assist customers over the phone, or, if in-person assistance from CCPL staff is needed, a resident may visit any CCPL location.
If visiting in person, please follow safe distancing protocols. For CCPL's assistance, please call 804-751-2275.
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Scroll to the bottom of this e-newsletter for more
information about COVID-19 resources and vaccines.
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Still Time to Comment on
Proposed FY2022 Budget
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There is still time to comment on the proposed $806.8 million fiscal year 2022 general fund budget. Chesterfield County Administrator Dr. Joe Casey presented the budget at the March 10 Board of Supervisors meeting.
The budget is built around six key themes:
- Recognizing the workforce
- Investing in education
- Diversifying and bolstering the county’s tax base
- Enhancing quality of life
- Strengthening investment in infrastructure
- Continuing the county’s commitment to public safety
Adoption of the budget is anticipated to occur during the Wednesday, April 7 Board of Supervisors meeting.
Want to learn more about the proposed budget or read through a draft of the document? Visit the county's budget website, Blueprint Chesterfield.
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Chesterfield Fire and EMS’ Dr. Allen Yee Receives 2020 Governor’s EMS Award for Excellence in EMS |
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Dr. Allen Yee, Chesterfield Fire and EMS Department’s operational medical director, received the 2020 Governor’s EMS Award for Excellence in EMS during a virtual ceremony earlier this month.
The award is given to state EMS professionals for their innovative and comprehensive methods to protect the health and wellness of residents in their respective communities.
“I am truly honored to have received this award from such a distinguished field of state EMS professionals,” said Dr. Yee. “This wouldn’t have been possible without such a dedicated team of fire and EMS professionals that we have in Chesterfield County. These are hard working men and women who truly have a passion for helping others and making Chesterfield a great place to live.”
Dr. Yee has dedicated his career to the care and wellbeing of others for more than 20 years.
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April is Financial Literacy Month, A Perfect Time to Plan For the Future |
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The Social Security Administration wants to remind you that April is Financial Literacy Month, a time focused on educating people about the importance of planning for a secure financial future. Social Security is a vital part of any financial plan.
Find out more about setting up a free and secure online account called my Social Security, that provides personalized tools for everyone, whether you receive benefits or not. Click here.
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Government Citizens Academy Now Accepting Applications |
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Chesterfield County is now accepting online applications for the spring 2021 session of the Government Citizens Academy, which is being offered virtually to abide by public health guidelines during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
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The academy’s nine meetings will occur virtually from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday evenings, April 13 to June 8.
The Government Citizens Academy offers residents a first-hand opportunity to learn about the operations of Chesterfield County Government. It is intended for a diverse audience, ranging from curious high school students to business owners, new or longtime Chesterfield residents or more. The academy, which is free, allows participants to meet local government leaders while providing feedback about county services and programs.
The citizens academy is hosted by the county’s Department of Citizen Information and Resources (CIR).
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2021 Senior Volunteer Hall of Fame |
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Nominations are due this Friday, April 2 for the 2021 Senior Volunteer Hall of Fame, which celebrates local seniors who have rendered outstanding services to their community!
To be considered, nominees must:
- Be at least 60 years old
- Reside in Chesterfield County
- Volunteer service may have occurred outside the county
- Volunteer service must have been performed after the age of 60
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Meet Apollo!
This handsome boy enjoys hanging out in his cage and snacking on his hay, celery, and cucumbers.
He enjoys pets but is mostly an independent guy; he likes to do his own thing. Because he is independent and nibbly, he needs to go to a home where there are no children under the age of 12 years old.
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Apollo would like to be the only bunny in the home. He is a 6.5 year old black and white Lionhead mix.
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. Saturday. The shelter is located at 9300 Public Works Road, Chesterfield, VA 23832.
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Updates from Chesterfield County Public Schools |
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Salem Church Middle Principal wins 2021 R.E.B. award for distinguished leadership
Salem Church Middle Principal LaShante’ Knight has been named Chesterfield County Public Schools’ recipient of the 2021 R.E.B. Award for Distinguished Educational Leadership. This award recognizes central Virginia principals who go beyond day-to-day demands to create an exceptional educational environment for students and staff members.
During her time as principal at Salem Church Middle, Knight has developed a strong and dedicated team of educators whose high expectations of students has earned the school a full accreditation for the past three years. Under her leadership, the school has partnered with the PTA, faith-based organizations, local businesses, and Communities in Schools of Chesterfield (CIS) to offer a multitude of programs to support and uplift students, including mentoring, weekend food boxes, field trip sponsorships and college visits.
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County Response to COVID-19 |
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Other important information and updates on resources for Virginians can be found at:
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Virginia's COVID-19 Vaccine Summary |
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(Data as of Tuesday, March 30, 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 to access the COVID-19 in Virginia: Vaccine Summary dashboard.
This site and the statistics displayed are managed by the Virginia Department of Health.
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VDH COVID-19 Vaccination Pre-Registration |
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The statewide COVID-19 vaccine pre-registration system is available at vaccinate.virginia.gov or by calling 877-VAX-IN-VA (877-829-4682).
Please note that the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) states it still may be several weeks until you will be contacted regarding scheduling a COVID-19 vaccination appointment.
Currently, VDH anticipates contacting all pre-registered individuals in phases 1a and 1b by the end of April. Once pre-registrants in phases 1a and 1b are vaccinated, opportunities for phase 1c and the general public will become available.
Verify and Update Your Pre-Registration Information:
VDH has added questions to the pre-registration form to better establish phase eligibility. Please visit vaccinate.virginia.gov or call 877-VAX-IN-VA (877-829-4682) to verify and update your pre-registration information. Verifying and updating your pre-registration record will not change or otherwise affect your initial pre-registration date.
By verifying your pre-registration, you:
- Ensure that your appointment will not be delayed due to missing or inaccurate information.
- Confirm the best method for VDH to contact you - email, text or phone call - to schedule your vaccination appointment.
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Statewide COVID-19 Vaccine Call Center |
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Have a question about the COVID-19 vaccine? Prefer to pre-register over the phone?
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