Chesterfield County, Virginia's Weekly e-Newsletter |
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stay up to date on all things Chesterfield!
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Chesterfield Celebrates Fourth of July
at County Fairgrounds!
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Hosted by Chesterfield Parks and Recreation, the annual Fourth of July celebration presented by Virginia Credit Union welcomed scores of residents to the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds.
The free event included food vendors, live music by the KOS Band, and, of course, fireworks!
Thanks to everyone for coming out!
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Tara Carroll Sworn In As
Interim Midlothian Supervisor
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Tara Carroll was sworn in Thursday morning as the Midlothian District’s interim representative on the Chesterfield Board of Supervisors.
Accompanied by her family, Carroll took the oath of office during a brief ceremony in Chesterfield’s Public Meeting Room.
The Board of Supervisors appointed Carroll at its June 29 business meeting to succeed Leslie Haley, who resigned June 3 to accept a position as Virginia’s deputy attorney general for government operations and transactions.
Carroll will hold the office until a Nov. 8 special election, when voters in the Midlothian District choose a candidate to serve out the remaining year on Haley’s term.
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Winslow and Freye To Host
Genito/288 Meeting on July 12
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Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors Chair and Clover Hill District Supervisor Chris Winslow and Clover Hill District Planning Commissioner Gloria Freye will cohost a community meeting on July 12 to provide residents with draft recommendations on the Genito/288 Special Focus Area Plan.
The community meeting will be held from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Clover Hill High School, located at 13301 Kelly Green Lane.
The community meeting will provide Chesterfield residents an opportunity to provide input and learn more about the 288/Genito Special Focus Area.
It will be held as an open house-style meeting, and citizens may come at any time between 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. The public is encouraged to share their thoughts and discuss their ideas with Mr. Winslow, Ms. Freye, and county staff from the Chesterfield Parks and Recreation and Planning departments.
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Drone Park Dedication Rescheduled for July 7! |
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Calling all drone and flying enthusiasts!
Postponed from June 22 because of inclement weather, dedication of Chesterfield's first drone park has been rescheduled for Thursday, July 7, at 6 p.m.
The drone park is located adjacent to Chester Early Childhood Learning Academy, 15501 Harrowgate Road.
The event will include not only a dedication of the new park but will also include a drone flying demonstration. Admission is free.
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Catch Up on Blog Posts from
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In addition to formally announcing the interim representative for the Midlothian District, during its June 29 meeting the Board of Supervisors also approved the purchase of 38 acres on the Appomattox River for use as a special purpose park in the Village of Ettrick.
Chesterfield is acquiring eight parcels of lands and 15 islands from the Capital Region Land Conservancy, which will provide a nearly half-mile public riverfront access.
You can also read more about the other items to come from last week’s meeting in our recap blog, which focuses on those two items as well as a finance update from deputy county administrator Matt Harris, information on the adoption of a resolution requesting the Circuit Court to add a bond referendum question to the ballot for the Nov. 8 general election, and a substance abuse steering committee update.
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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 Parks and Recreation Director Neil Luther about his recent return to the county as head of the department, the busy season for Parks and Rec, and some of the upcoming events that county residents should have on their calendars.
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Find Quality Child Care Through
New Social Services Program
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The Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Department of Social Services (DSS) has launched an initiative to help connect families and child care facilities with quality child care professionals in the community.
Through this new effort, Chesterfield-Colonial Heights DSS hopes to assist residents by providing resources to identify quality child care facilities for their children, along with matching eligible families with financial assistance to assist with child care costs.
It also plans to work within its own network of child care providers in helping them identify candidates to hire at their respective facilities – including providing access to necessary training and resources, and helping people seeking to open their own child care facilities in Chesterfield County or Colonial Heights.
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Oceans of Possibilities Await with Library's Summer Learning Program! |
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Chesterfield County Public Library's 2022 Summer Learning Program, Oceans of Possibilities, kicked off on June 4. Complete all reading and activity goals by Aug. 6 to be automatically entered into grand prize drawings!
The program has something for all ages, including adults! Each age group has activities designed to encourage exploring, reading, learning and creating.
Many Chesterfield County Public Schools are using CCPL’s Summer Learning Program as their school’s Summer Learning Program. Check with your school to see if participating in this program counts towards your child’s school summer learning requirements.
For more information, visit https://tinyurl.com/2p9ddfwd
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Interested in being an anti-litter advocate?
Adopt-A-Spot in Chesterfield!
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Let’s work together to protect our environment!
The Keep Chesterfield Beautiful team is part of the county's Department of Community Enhancement. KCB is looking for volunteers for the Adopt-A-Spot Program. This program allows organizations, businesses and individuals to adopt smaller, more secure areas instead of busy roadways. A spot may be a park, school grounds, vacant lot, parking lot, walkway, median strip, street or entranceway. Chesterfield will provide garbage bags and reflective vests as needed.
Take pride in your community by helping to keep one site beautiful and litter-free. If you are interested in attending any of our volunteer opportunities, please contact Calvin Vonada by email at VonadaC@chesterfield.gov or call 804-717-6136.
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Visit the Chesterfield County Farmer's Market! |
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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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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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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 Neo!
This handsome boy is named Neo! He is a young Shepherd mix- about 2 years old- and weighs around 48 pounds.
Neo is very athletic and loves being outside. So if you want a walking partner he’s your guy!
He loves to explore and sniff all the smells the outdoors have to offer. He couldn’t care less about treats and toys since he’s more into people! Neo can be a bit dominant so, as always, a meet and greet is a must. He probably wouldn’t do well with smaller dogs.
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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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Apply online for Social Security benefits |
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Are you aware that you can do much of your business with the U.S. Social Security Administration online? This means no need to call or visit a local Social Security office. You can take your time completing online applications and even save your progress to return to later.
You can apply online for:
• Retirement or Spouse’s Benefits
• Disability Benefits
• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
• Medicare
• Extra Help with Medicare Prescription Drug Costs
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Updates from Chesterfield County Public Schools |
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Free summer meals
Chesterfield County schools are among the places offering free summer meals for children who are 1-18 years old. At summer school sites, breakfast and lunch will be available Monday through Thursday through July 21; get all of the details here. If you have questions, call Chesterfield Food and Nutrition Services at 804-743-3717.
Register for school
Children entering kindergarten this fall or older students who are new to Chesterfield County should register as soon as possible with Chesterfield County Public Schools. School registration details are easy to find at bit.ly/CCPSreg. That site includes lots of helpful links, including a find-my-school widget, school supply lists and transportation details.
It’s summer break now, but back-to-school preparations are underway. Aug. 22 is the first day of the 2022-23 school year for most schools in Chesterfield County. July 18 is the first day of school for our two year-round schools (Bellwood and Falling Creek elementaries). Get all the details about school calendars at bit.ly/CCPScals.
Wanted: Videos of students thanking teachers
Chesterfield County Public Schools is collecting short videos (about 20 seconds long) of PK-12 students telling teachers about the difference they make. The videos will be part of a back-to-school event for teachers and may be used on social media too.
Here’s what students need to do to be part of this project:
- Decide which teacher to thank.
- Use a cell phone to record your message. Hold the phone horizontal! Make a video about 20 seconds long.
- Be sure to say the name of the teacher you are thanking.
- Choose one of these ideas (or use your own idea) to decide what to say to your teacher:
- I love being in your class because …
- You are a great teacher because …
- I will always remember you because …
- You are really great at …
- I appreciate you because …
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Submit your video using this form by July 31. (If you have trouble submitting your video using this form, please call 804-661-0650)
- If you feel like getting creative then you can add a visual element to your video. Make a chalk drawing on your driveway and stand on it to record your video. Hold your musical instrument if you are thanking a music teacher. Speak in a language other than English if you are thanking a world language teacher. Wear your uniform if you are thanking a coach. If you graduated this year, then wear your cap and gown. You get the idea!
- Remember to shoot in landscape when recording the video and be sure to speak clearly.
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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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COVID-19 community levels in the area remain “high” since the Chesterfield Health District announced on Friday, May 27 that cases continued to rise. Chesterfield County and the City of Colonial Heights remain in the “high” risk for spread of COVID-19 while Powhatan County is reported as having “medium” COVID-19 community levels. Therefore, the Chesterfield Health District continues to recommend 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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