Chesterfield County, Virginia's Weekly E-Newsletter |
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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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New Statewide Measures in Place to
Contain COVID-19 Effective Nov. 15
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While the Commonwealth’s case count per capita and positivity rate remain comparatively low, all five health regions are experiencing increases in new COVID-19 cases, positive tests and hospitalizations. Therefore, Governor Ralph Northam announced on Friday new actions to mitigate the spread of the virus in Virginia that went into effect on Sunday, Nov. 15.
Scroll down this e-newsletter for more resources and information about COVID-19 and the latest briefing from Chesterfield County Health Director Dr. Samuel.
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This Week is National Fraud Awareness Week |
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In honor of National Fraud Awareness Week, which takes place Nov. 15-21, Chesterfield County is bringing awareness to its Fraud, Waste and Abuse Hotline (804-318-8000) and is encouraging county residents and employees to report wrongdoing involving fraud, waste and abuse of Chesterfield government and school assets or resources.
Tips are consistently the most common way to detect fraud.
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The Chesterfield County Fraud, Waste and Abuse Hotline (804-318-8000) can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and callers can remain anonymous as caller ID and call back features have been disabled to maintain confidentiality. Visit www.chesterfield.gov/reportfraud for more information.
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Qualifications Modified for Chesterfield's
CARES Water Assistance Program
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Chesterfield County is modifying several of its requirements for its recently launched Chesterfield CARES Water Assistance Program to reach more residents in need. The program, which was originally launched in late October, offers relief to residents who have fallen behind on utility bill payments after a loss or decrease in income due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Administered through the Department of Social Services, the program uses federal CARES Act funding for those in need of assistance in paying past-due water and wastewater utility bills.
Updated qualifications:
- Applicants must live in Chesterfield County and have an active residential Chesterfield County utility water and/or wastewater account.
- Applicants must have a past due balance on their residential water and/or wastewater account within the March 1 to Nov. 30, 2020 time frame.
- During the period of time between March 1 and Nov. 30, 2020, at least one household member must have been furloughed, laid off, unemployed or under-employed due to COVID-19; been unable to find a job due to COVID-19; had to leave or quit their job due to COVID-19 illness; or had to leave or quit their job to care for someone with COVID-19.
- Households should provide documentation of circumstances described in Section 3 if available (examples include documentation of business closing, pre/post COVID-19 banking account statements, an unemployment letter, notice of furlough or layoff, one paystub from before March 1 and one paystub from after March 1 which shows a decrease in income due to COVID-19, etc.).
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Nov. 18 Board of Supervisors Meeting |
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The Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 18, will be held in person in the Public Meeting Room at 10001 Iron Bridge Road.
The meeting will begin at 2 p.m. with a work session followed by the 6 p.m. evening session. Both sessions will be held in the Public Meeting Room and will be available for viewing on Comcast Channel 98, Verizon Channel 28, and live streamed on chesterfield.gov and the County’s YouTube channel.
Measures are being put in place to accommodate in person public input while practicing social distancing, as recommended by health officials.
Residents wishing to participate in person will be required to wear a face covering and pass a simple health screening before entering the building. In order to maintain the 6-foot social distance requirement, seating will be extremely limited; however, TV monitors will be set up outside the Public Meeting Room.
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Trees of Hope Suicide Prevention and Awareness |
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Chesterfield County Public Library is partnering with Chesterfield Suicide Awareness and Prevention Coalition to promote positive mental health, hope, resilience and connection in our community.
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Contribute to Trees of Hope by decorating a hand with a message of hope or gratitude. Templates are available at libraries throughout the county, and messages will be hung on trees located at Chester Library, Central Library, Meadowdale Library, Midlothian Library and North Courthouse Road Library through December.
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Commissioner of the Revenue Now Offering
Pre-Scheduled, In-Person Appointments
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To more efficiently serve residents while safeguarding employee and community health, Chesterfield’s Office of the Commissioner of the Revenue is now pre-scheduling in-person appointments by phone and email. Unscheduled walk-in visits to the office have been suspended indefinitely to optimize customer service during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To schedule an in-person appointment, residents may call 804-748-1281 and follow the prompts provided. Alternatively, residents may send an email to cor@chesterfield.gov that includes their name, tax account number and a brief description of their issue. When scheduling an appointment, a tax assessment specialist will ensure residents are informed of the information, documents and other materials they should bring with them to the office.
During a pre-scheduled, in-person appointment, residents are required to wear a face covering over both their nose and mouth in all Chesterfield County buildings. Residents are also asked to observe physical distancing guidelines, as indicated.
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Chesterfield County Airport Construction |
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The Chesterfield County Airport Terminal Building located at 7511 Airfield Drive will be undergoing a HVAC construction project from Nov. 16, 2020 until approximately April 2021.
The airport remains open, and all aviation services will continue.
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Today: National Take a Hike Day |
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Today is National Take a Hike Day! Celebrate this week by hiking along one of our many trails. Looking for a serene trail with solitude that follows the fall zone of the Appomattox River? Then head down to the John J. Radcliffe Conservation Area. If you yearn for a longer trail along a bottomland and with a good chance to spot a bald eagle, then journey on the 4.5-mile Dutch Gap Trail (you can also bike this trail).
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Stay Safe, Eat Good Food: Chesterfield Eats to Go |
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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to limit eat-in dining options, don't forget to use Chesterfield Eats to Go the next time you need a meal. The interactive map application allows you to view restaurants throughout the county that are offering pickup, delivery and/or outdoor seating.
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Social Security Tools and Resources |
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The Social Security Administration, a federal agency, offers a number of tools and resources to help the public understand Social Security, their benefits and the agency itself:
my Social Security: Check out your Social Security Statement, change your address and manage your benefits online today. | SSA.gov/myaccount
Social Security Number: Your Social Security number remains your first and continuous link with Social Security. | SSA.gov/ssnumber
Benefit Planner: Social Security has a variety of calculators to help you understand your Social Security protection and plan for your financial future. | SSA.gov/benefits/calculators
FAQs: Get answers to frequently asked questions about Social Security. | SSA.gov/faq
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Chesterfield County Public Schools Updates |
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School Board approves proposal for early childhood academy in Chester
Nov. 11, 2020: "The Chesterfield County School Board approved the creation of a new Early Childhood Academy during its Nov. 10 business meeting. This unified pre-kindergarten center will serve students from 12 elementary schools in the eastern and southern portions of Chesterfield County. The School Board is investing approximately $3.9 million to retrofit the old Harrowgate Elementary School to house the new pre-kindergarten academy."
School Board seeks applicants for School Health Advisory Committee position
Nov. 10, 2020: "Advisory committees established by the Chesterfield County School Board are one way that community members connect with their local schools. Advisory committee members are appointed from each of the county’s five magisterial districts and include parents, teachers, staff members, students and other community members interested in helping Chesterfield County Public Schools achieve its vision of 'creating a better tomorrow.'"
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Meet Chuck!
Chuck is a very sweet boy and loves to be close to people he knows. He will put both his paws in your lap and lay his head on you for comfort. Chuck is timid when he firsts meets you; however, once he gets to know you he will stay by your side. Chuck is smart and he knows his puppy dog eyes and floppy ears will have you giving him treats all day!
He gets along well with other dogs and would love to have a sibling. He also appears to do well with cats and is house-trained. If you are looking for a medium sized, well-mannered dog, then Chuck is the one for you! Due to being easily startled while sleeping, he needs a home with no children under the age of 10.
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Chuck is a 2-and-a-half-year-old Basset Hound mix weighing 51 pounds. Animal #588724
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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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Chesterfield Health Director Update |
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COVID-19 Updates from Virginia Gov. Northam |
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Governor Northam Announces New Statewide Measures to Contain COVID-19
Nov. 13, 2020: "As COVID-19 surges in states across the country, Governor Ralph Northam today announced new actions to mitigate the spread of the virus in Virginia. While the Commonwealth’s case count per capita and positivity rate remain comparatively low, all five health regions are experiencing increases in new COVID-19 cases, positive tests, and hospitalizations."
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Chesterfield Health Department
Free COVID-19 Testing in November
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As part of a statewide push to increase testing across the commonwealth, the Chesterfield Health Department is hosting free COVID-19 testing events in the month of November.
The free indoor, walk-up testing events will occur on the following days and locations:
Faith and Family Center
7900 Walmsley Road, North Chesterfield, VA 23235
Thursdays, Nov. 19 | 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Chesterfield Health Department Smith-Wagner Building Multi-Purpose Room
9501 Lucy Corr Circle, Chesterfield, VA 23832
Saturday, Nov. 21 | 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Second Baptist Church
5100 W Hundred Road, Chester, VA 23831
Friday, Nov. 20 | 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Mondays, Nov. 23 and Nov. 30 | 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Walmsley UMC
2950 Walmsley Boulevard, Richmond, VA 23234
Tuesday, Nov. 24 | 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
St. Augustine Catholic Church
4400 Beulah Road, North Chesterfield, VA 23237
Wednesday, Nov. 18 | 11 a.m. to noon
No reservation is necessary. Additional testing events are pending and will be announced once finalized.
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