Chesterfield County, Virginia's Weekly e-Newsletter
Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022
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Chesterfield Board of Supervisors Elect
New Chair and Vice Chair
Join us in congratulating Christopher Winslow (Clover Hill District) and Leslie Haley (Midlothian District) who were elected chair and vice chair of the Chesterfield Board of Supervisors during the board’s annual organizational meeting on Jan. 5.

Winslow, who served as vice chair last year, assumes the role of board chair for the first time. Haley previously was chosen vice chair in 2017 and 2018, then served as chair in 2019 and 2020. Their leadership terms run through the end of 2022.

"We will roll up our sleeves as we plan with citizens Chesterfield’s future across many fronts," Winslow said during the board’s annual organizational meeting.
Chesterfield Fire & EMS Partners with PulsePoint to Bring Lifesaving Technology to the County
The Chesterfield County Department of Fire and Emergency Medical Services is partnering with PulsePoint, a 9-1-1 integrated mobile app and community tool that empowers CPR-trained citizens to help save lives. This partnership furthers the county’s commitment to creating a healthy and civically engaged community.

“It is proven that early CPR and the early use of an AED increases the survivability of a sudden cardiac arrest,” said Chief Deputy Fire Marshal Sal Luciano. “PulsePoint gives our residents and visitors the ability to know when a cardiac arrest is occurring close by, locate AEDs in the area, and perform potentially lifesaving CPR while our personnel respond to the scene.”

This past year, Chesterfield Fire and EMS responded to over 47,000 calls for service, including over 300 cardiac arrest events. Chesterfield citizens can play a role and be a life saver by downloading the two PulsePoint apps: PulsePoint Respond and PulsePoint AED.
Chesterfield On Point - Fall Line Trail Seen as Game-changer for Eastern Chesterfield
Following a flurry of major funding commitments last month, momentum is building behind the Fall Line Trail, a regional infrastructure project that could bring much-needed commercial investment to two Chesterfield communities.

Nearly 19 miles of multi-use trail will be located within Chesterfield, easily the most of the seven participating jurisdictions.

Based on usage of an existing regional trail, the Virginia Capital Trail, county officials expect the Fall Line to bring large numbers of cyclists, runners and even tourists from outside the Richmond region to eastern Chesterfield.
Coming Wednesday:
Chesterfield Behind the Mic Podcast featuring County Administrator Dr. Joe Casey
Stay tuned! Our next episode of the Chesterfield Behind the Mic podcast comes out TOMORROW and will feature County Administrator Dr. Joe Casey. He will recap accomplishments, business developments, and much more that occurred in Chesterfield in 2021 and look at what’s ahead in 2022. In case you missed his Chesterfield State of the County address, or would like to re-watch it, you can view it here or on WCCT over the next couple weeks.

You can watch and listen to this new podcast episode beginning tomorrow, Wednesday, January 12 on our website chesterfield.gov/podcast, or our Facebook page. You can also listen on your favorite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher and Google Podcasts.

You can watch all episodes on the Chesterfield County Government YouTube page and online at chesterfield.gov/podcast. Episodes will also air on WCCT Chesterfield Community Television (Verizon channel 28 and Comcast channel 98) Thursdays through Sunday at 7 p.m. and on weekends at noon.
Thank You to Those Who Attended
the Three Kings Celebration Event
Thank you to everyone who came out to the recent Three Kings celebration event!

The event has been a longstanding tradition in #Cfield and provides a fun cultural experience for youth. This year’s focus was to bring the event back to its cultural roots by offering children’s crafts, treats and photos with the Three Kings.

The celebration was hosted by the county’s Citizen Information and Resources Office of Diversity and Inclusion, in partnership with the Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Christmas Mother Program and St. Augustine Catholic Church.
Register to Participate in the 2022 Chesterfield Police Citizens Academy
Do you want to learn more about your police department in 2022? Check out the Chesterfield County Police Department Citizens Academy! This year, Chesterfield County Police are offering FIVE academies -- two in spring, one in summer, and two in fall.

Academy participants will:

  • Learn about specialized police units, including forensics, K-9 and SWAT
  • Conduct traffic stop scenarios with the Traffic Safety Section
  • Ride with a police officer on patrol (if desired)
  • Participate in scenarios (if desired)
  • Learn about officer accountability from the Office of Professional Standards and County Attorney

Participants must be adults and reside, own a business or belong to a civic organization within Chesterfield County.

For more information or to apply, visit https://www.chesterfield.gov/945/Academies.
Apply TODAY for a Career with
Chesterfield County Fire and EMS 
Time is running out!

NEW YEAR • NEW CAREER 🚒 🔥 Make Your Life Less Ordinary!

The Chesterfield County Fire and EMS firefighter recruit process is still open! Apply today at http://chesterfield.gov/careers!

REMINDER! The deadline to apply is this Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022.
Put a Freeze on Winter Fires!
As you stay cozy and warm this winter, be fire smart! Here are some #HeatingFireSafety tips from Chesterfield County Fire and EMS.

Keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet from any heat source like fireplaces, wood stoves, radiators, or space heaters. And never use your oven to heat your home.
Southeast Connections to Open Location
in Chester
Southeast Connections, LLC, a leading natural gas pipeline contractor, is expanding to Chesterfield County with a new office and equipment yard in Chester, VA. This is the 17th permanent location for Southeast Connections and second in Virginia.

Southeast Connections expects to initially hire more than 35 new employees as part of the expansion, with plans for future growth.

Chris Winslow, Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors Chair said, “We are thrilled to welcome a new business to Chesterfield County. We are grateful that Southeast Connections chose the county, and as a result have also added critical services to our community.”
Chesterfield Spreads Kindness
Did a neighbor recently shovel your driveway? 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!
Complete the ZOMod Public Input Survey
📣 Calling all Chesterfield residents and business owners! The Chesterfield Planning Commission has launched an online survey to help prioritize uses for the new zoning measures being considered during the Zoning Ordinance Modernization (ZOMod) project and would like your input!

This survey is designed to help people visualize and weigh in on possible zoning changes. Please take a moment to view this informational video and complete the short survey at www.chesterfield.gov/zomod.
Free Holiday Tree Recycling!
🎄 FREE TREE RECYCLING IS AVAILABLE until Jan. 31, 2022. 🎄

Here's what you need to know:
📣 #Cfield residents can recycle live trees at both Chesterfield Convenience Centers.
📣Trees must be free of all ornaments.
📣Northern Area Convenience Center: 3200 Warbro Road
📣Southern Area Convenience Center: 6700 Landfill Drive

Both locations will be open 7 a.m. to noon on Friday, Dec. 31 and closed on Saturday, Jan. 1 in observation of the New Year's Day holiday.
Watch WCCT - On Cable. Online. On the Go.
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:
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:
Adoptable Pet Spotlight
Meet Dawson!

You'll always find him sitting in his cage looking at you with those beautiful golden eyes waiting for love!

He loves to be held and seems to like other cats as well as dogs. He is looking for a special family who will love him despite his health issues.

He is just a year old, but our vet suspects he was born with heart disease. He has an enlarged heart and is on medication. If you could find it in your heart to give this sweet guy a home, he would be so grateful!
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. on Saturdays. The shelter is located at 9300 Public Works Road, Chesterfield, VA 23832.
Updates from Chesterfield County Public Schools
Jan. 8-14 is Virginia School Principal Appreciation Week
This is Virginia School Principal Appreciation Week. Principals connect with teachers, students, parents, community partners, colleagues and more as they lead instruction,
people and buildings. Especially Jan. 8-14, let’s show Chesterfield County Public Schools principals some love.
Coffee + Conversation
Parents and caregivers are invited for weekly Coffee + Conversation, free virtual sessions offering helpful information. Click here to register for the 1-2 p.m. sessions that most interest you. 
We are Hiring!
Work where you can help young people succeed, and apply today to join Team Chesterfield. Chesterfield County Public Schools is hiring for many different jobs, and every open position is posted on our website. 


  • The first teacher recruitment event for 2022 will take place 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Jan. 29 as Chesterfield County Public Schools seeks teachers in these critical needs subjects: special education, math, science, ESL, world languages and school librarians. Candidates are asked to register here to reserve a spot or email careers@ccpsnet.net if they have questions. Please share this flyer if you know someone who may be interested in teaching Chesterfield students.
COVID-19 Testing Events Throughout the County
Looking to get tested for COVID-19? The Virginia Department of Health’s Chesterfield Health District is hosting several FREE COVID-19 testing events. These are walk-up testing events and no prior registration is required. Test supplies are limited.
Faith & Family Church Community Center:
7900 Walmsley Boulevard, North Chesterfield
  • Wednesday, Jan. 12 (3 to 5 p.m.)
  • Tuesday, Jan. 18 (3 to 5 p.m.)
  • Wednesday, Jan. 19 (3 to 5 p.m.)
  • Tuesday, Jan. 25 (3 to 5 p.m.)
  • Wednesday, Jan. 26 (3 to 5 p.m.)
New Deliverance Church:
1701 Turner Road North Chesterfield
  • Friday, Jan. 14 (2 to 4 p.m.)
  • Friday, Jan. 21 (2 to 4 p.m.)
  • Friday, Jan. 28 (2 to 4 p.m.)
Chesterfield Community Vaccination Center Offering Boosters and Vaccines
The Virginia Department of Health’s Chesterfield Health District Community Vaccination Center (CVC), located in the Rockwood Shopping Center at 10161 Hull Street Road in Midlothian, is open Monday - Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
 
The CVC is offering booster shots for all three of the COVID-19 vaccines in accordance with guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The booster vaccine can be obtained by eligible individuals at least six months from the date of their second Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine or at least two months from the date of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine. Visit https://bit.ly/3Cl2rEs for more information about who is eligible for a booster dose.

The Community Vaccination Center also offers:


Registration is encouraged, but walk-ins are also welcome. Register in advance at vaccinate.virginia.gov or call 877-VAX-IN-VA (877-829-4682, TTY users call 7-1-1).
If you are coming for your booster dose, please bring your vaccine card to confirm the date and type of vaccine you received in your second dose.

For more information about the CVC, click here. 
Access Your COVID-19 Vaccination Record Online
Have you misplaced your COVID-19 vaccination card? Did you know you can now access your COVID-19 vaccination record online with the COVID-19 Vaccination Record Request Portal? You can view, save, and print your vaccination record with QR Code. All at the convenience of your smartphone!

Anyone vaccinated in Virginia can click here to obtain their vaccination record.
If you have any questions about the Vaccination Record Request Portal, visit the Virginia Department of Health’s FAQ.
Need 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.

The VaccineFinder website displays information about the providers, such as types of COVID-19 vaccines available, website and phone number, hours of operations and instructions on how to take the next step to get vaccinated. VaccineFinder is updated daily.
Virginia's COVID-19 Vaccine Summary
(Data as of Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022)
Interested in seeing the state's latest COVID-19 vaccination statistics, including a breakdown by locality? Click on the button below to access the COVID-19 dashboard in Virginia.

This site and the statistics displayed are managed by the Virginia Department of Health.
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