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 COVID-19 Updates
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Chesterfield COVID-19 Updates
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Know Your Rights and Resources
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As the commonwealth continues to reckon with racial injustice and economic inequality, Chesterfield, Hanover and Henrico counties are
committed to helping educate residents
on legal protections against discrimination and harassment.
At the June 24 Board of Supervisors meeting, Chesterfield County unveiled the
Know Your Rights and Resources webpage
. The webpage is a regional effort designed to connect residents to national, state and local organizations fighting discrimination in the areas of credit, education, employment, healthcare, housing, public accommodation, voting and more.
Federal laws protect individuals from discrimination or harassment based on sex, race, age, disability, color, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and genetic information. Numerous institutions, many of which operate in the Richmond region, work to educate people about the laws that protect them, advocate for their rights and legally challenge instances of discrimination.
Managed by Chesterfield’s
Department of Citizen Information and Resources
(CIR), the Know Your Rights and Resources webpage also provides links to federal human rights laws enacted to shield federally protected classes from discrimination, including the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Civil Rights Act, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Fair Housing Act and more.
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Chesterfield County Public Schools Updates
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Meals Program Update
Due to the USDA not extending the waiver past June 30, 2020, snack and supper will no longer be served.
To meet the needs of children during COVID-19 school closures, Chesterfield County Public Schools continues to provide meals for children for pick-up without charge and regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability and without discrimination. Meals will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please note these important updates to the distribution of meals:
- Children do not have to be present to pick up meals. To pick up meals without a child present, please tell the staff member your child’s first and last names and age.
- On Monday, three days of meals will be provided; on Thursday, four days of meals will be provided for each child.
- No meal service is available on Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday.
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Kindergarten Registration Announcement
Families of incoming kindergarten students who have already preregistered online or whose child participated in a Chesterfield prekindergarten program during the 2019-20 school year will be contacted by their child’s school to set up in-person registration appointments. All other families can call their child’s school to schedule a kindergarten registration appointment or complete the online preregistration form in order to be contacted.
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Meet Baby:
Baby is the definition of a couch potato - she is an older girl who just wants to spend her time lazing around with you! She hasn't been here too long and we are still learning more about her personality daily. We do know that she is a sweet girl and she absolutely loves chin scratches and head pets! She previously lived in a home with a dog and other kitties. Baby is currently on medication for an ear infection which will be sent home with you. She is a 12 year old short-haired tabby. Can you give her a home to live out the rest of her years? Call us to schedule an appointment if interested in Baby!
Animal #573028
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County Response to COVID-19
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The
Chesterfield County Response to COVID-19 webpage
has links to many resources for citizens during this situation. If you are looking for information in any of the following topic areas, please click the links below to be directed to additional resources:
Other important information and updates on resources for Virginians can be found at:
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Governor Prohibits Congregating in Bars, Stresses Caution
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Governor Ralph Northam announced that bar seating will remain prohibited in restaurants as the commonwealth moved into Phase Three of the
Forward Virginia guidelines
. While key health indicators in Virginia are improving, the Governor made clear that he is taking a cautious approach and is prepared to implement tighter restrictions if needed.
To reduce the likelihood of patrons gathering in bar areas without observing social distancing guidelines, bar seating and congregating areas of restaurants will remain closed except for those passing through. Restaurants may use non-bar seating in the bar area, as long as a minimum of six feet between tables is provided.
Virginia is currently averaging more than 10,400 tests per day—exceeding Governor Northam’s goal—and hospitals continue to report ample supplies of personal protective equipment. The percentage of positive tests has dropped to six percent from a high of 20 percent in mid-April. The number of Virginians hospitalized with a positive or pending COVID-19 test has declined significantly over the past several weeks, and more than 1,200 contact tracers are presently working throughout the Commonwealth.
Despite these positive trends, Governor Northam is monitoring increases in several states and taking proactive steps to limit the spread of COVID-19 in Virginia. Governor Northam also continues to remind Virginians that they are safer at home, especially if they are high-risk or vulnerable. All Virginians must continue to comply with the statewide face covering requirement in indoor public spaces, and Virginians are strongly encouraged to:
- continue teleworking if possible
- wash hands regularly
- maintain six feet of physical distance when outside of home
- get tested immediately if you have COVID-19 symptoms
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Chesterfield Health District Director Update
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Chesterfield Health Department -
Free COVID-19 Testings in July
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Note:
Appointments should be made with the Chesterfield Health Department at
804-318-8207
before each event.
Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Beulah United Methodist Church
6930 Hopkins Road
(150 tests available)
Saturday, July 11, 2020 at 9 a.m. to noon (Drive-thru only)
River City Sportsplex
13030 Genito Road
(300 tests available)
Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
First Baptist Church of South Richmond
6201 Ironbridge Road
(150 tests available)
Saturday, July 18, 2020 at 9 a.m. to noon (Drive-thru only)
The Heights Baptist Church
17201 Jefferson Davis Highway
(300 tests available)
Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Falling Creek Ironworks Park
6407 Jefferson Davis Highway
(150 tests available)
Wednesday, July 29, 2020 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Crystal Lake Apartments
3501 Meadowdale Blvd.
(150 tests available)
Testing is for individuals who have COVID-19 symptoms and is free for uninsured or underinsured persons.
While some appointments will be reserved for walk-ups that morning,
testing is limited
and appointments should be made with the Chesterfield Health Department at
804-318-8207
before each event.
Spanish speaking staff also will be present during the testing event.
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Remember to Complete Your U.S. Census!
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While April 1 was Census Day, Chesterfield encourages residents who have not yet completed their
2020 U.S. Census
to do so as soon as possible.
Completing the Census is easy!
Households should have received official U.S. Census Bureau mail with detailed information on how to respond to the 2020 U.S. Census
online, by phone or by mail.
Pay close to attention to the unique number given to your household and be prepared to use it during your response.
The 2020 U.S. Census is mandatory and responses are based upon the members of a household as of April 1 (Census Day).
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To learn more about the 2020 U.S. Census, visit the official website at
my2020census.gov
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Learn More About Your District
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