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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Provide Input on Winterpock Park Improvements
at Community Meeting Tonight
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Matoaca District Supervisor Kevin Carroll, chair of the Board of Supervisors, will hold a community meeting tonight from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Spring Run Elementary School, 13901 Spring Run Road, to discuss the development of trails and a parking area at Winterpock Park.
Community members are encouraged to drop in for one-on-one discussions about the Winterpock Park project with Mr. Carroll and staff from Parks and Recreation during this open house-style meeting.
The county is looking to gather input from the public on Winterpock Park, which is located off Beach Road. For more information or to leave feedback, please visit our website or contact Parks and Recreation at (804) 751-4322.
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Falling Creek Ironworks Annual Tour
and Festival Takes Place This Saturday
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The event will be held at Falling Creek Ironworks Park, 6907 Route 1, and feature a DJ, children's activities and games, exhibitors and displays, concessions by Quinto Sol, a new beer garden with craft beer and wine, archaeology tours and the unveiling of a new interpretive sign.
For more information about the event, contact Bryan Truzzie at 804-751-4946. Learn more about Falling Creek Ironworks Park by visiting https://tinyurl.com/5fsuyp9b.
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Commonwealth's Attorney's Office Hosting
Child Safety Fair This Saturday
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The Chesterfield Commonwealth Attorney's Office is hosting a Child Safety Fair this Saturday, April 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds.
The free event will feature over 20 vendors related to child safety from birth to college. Enjoy free food, resources for parents and fun activities for the kiddos!
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Board of Supervisors Meets Tomorrow |
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The Chesterfield Board of Supervisors will meet tomorrow, April 26, starting with a work session at 2 p.m. in Room 502 of the County Administration Building, 9901 Lori Road, and then an evening session that will begin at 6 p.m. in the Public Meeting Room, 10001 Iron Bridge Road.
Meeting agenda highlights include the Police Department annual update, a recycling update and a county transportation update.
The entire meeting, excluding the closed session, will be available for viewing on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28, and live streamed on chesterfield.gov and the county’s YouTube channel.
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Watch This Week In Chesterfield |
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Every Monday, This Week in Chesterfield points residents to fun, exciting and interesting things going on around their community. Each weekly video segment can be found on the Chesterfield County YouTube channel.
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Triad Senior Day is Next Wednesday, May 3 |
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Chesterfield’s Office of Aging and Disability Services will kick off Older Americans Month with the Triad Senior Day event next Wednesday, May 3.
Come out to Victory Tabernacle Church, 11700 Genito Road, from 8:30 a.m. until noon. More than 50 vendors geared toward older adult services will be on hand as you enjoy food, entertainment, raffle prizes and more.
The event, which is free and open to the public, is a partnership among Chesterfield Triad -- consisting of Aging and Disability Services, Parks and Recreation, Fire and EMS, the Chesterfield County Police Department and the Chesterfield County Sheriff’s Office.
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Farmers Market Opens Wednesday, May 10 |
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Heads up, Chesterfield residents! Opening day of the 2023 Chesterfield County Farmers Market season is Wednesday, May 10.
From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 6701 Mimms Loop, the market provides an outdoor space for farmers, growers, food vendors, artists and youth entrepreneurs.
Join us every Wednesday through Sept. 27. Parking is convenient. Most vendors take cash, card and digital currency.
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Small Business Owners Invited to
Free Event Next Friday, May 5
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Are you a small business owner in Chesterfield County? Head on over to a super helpful National Small Business Week event, cohosted by Chesterfield Economic Development and Bryant & Stratton College, next Friday, May 5.
It will be held at Bryant & Stratton College's Academic Building, 8213 Hull Street Rd.
The free event, which runs from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., includes complimentary breakfast and an opportunity to engage with resources and organizations that will help your small business grow.
For more information, scan the QR code to the right or visit https://tinyurl.com/yuspkw9n.
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Catch Up on Blog Posts from
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In a new article posted to the Chesterfield On Point blog, you can learn about the county's new Volunteer Walk of Fame.
Chesterfield held a ceremonial ribbon-cutting on April 19 for space, which is comprised of bricks engraved with the names of volunteers who have provided at least 25 years of service to the county government.
By the end of this year, more than 200 such personalized bricks are expected to be placed in a courtyard area outside Chesterfield’s Community Development Building.
The 18 volunteers recognized last week have a combined 777 years of service with either the police department, fire department, rescue squads, libraries or Parks and Recreation.
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Watch and Listen to the Latest Episodes
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On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, which drops tomorrow, we talk to Chesterfield County Treasurer Rebecca Longnaker to discuss the role of her office and detail the different ways that residents can pay their property taxes, which are due June 5. For more information, visit chesterfield.gov/727/treasurer.
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Handsome Husky alert!
This is Jackson and he is around 4 years old, weighing 75 lbs. He is a big, fluffy, pretty boy! He is very curious and loves to go on adventures, although he does need a bit of help learning what this whole leash-walking deal is.
When meeting other dogs, he didn't seem to mind at all. He just sniffed and then went off to doing his own thing. He just got a nice bath and blow-out and is feeling fabulous. Come meet him!
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. Our shelter is located at 9300 Public Works Road.
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Provide Feedback on Village of Midlothian
Corridor Improvement Study
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The Chesterfield Department of Transportation is seeking input from citizens on the Route 60, Village of Midlothian Corridor Improvement Study, which identifies improvements consistent with the vision and goals of the Midlothian Special Area Plan adopted in 2019.
The county is looking for feedback from anyone who lives, works, plays, or receives services along the Route 60 corridor. Feedback about the proposed improvements can be given on the project website through Friday, April 28.
The feedback received will help the county determine how to meet transportation needs in that area. To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/42OLAYd.
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Library's Oral History Project Preserves Stories
of Chesterfield's People, Places and Events
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Looking to uncover the rich history of Chesterfield County? Check out Chesterfield Remembers, the library's oral history project.
Discover captivating stories about the people, places, and events that shaped our community through a collection of audio and video vignettes.
Do you have a story to share? Or know someone who does? We want to hear from you! Visit https://tinyurl.com/36wtmjsu to contribute to the project.
For those interested in listening to the collection, simply head to https://bit.ly/3AdxIcK and search for "Chesterfield Remembers" or "Oral History." Join us in preserving the past for future generations!
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WaterTrends Program Gives Citizens Opportunity to Help Monitor Health of Aquatic Resources |
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Calling all volunteers! Chesterfield offers citizens an abundance of aquatic resources such as streams, reservoirs and riverfront along the Appomattox and James rivers.
Through numerous programs, the Department of Environmental Engineering is responsible for ensuring these waterways stay clean and safe for residents and wildlife. One of these programs is Chesterfield WaterTrends, the official citizen monitoring program where volunteers monitor and engage the overall health of the waterways.
WaterTrends is in need of volunteers. The program is free and can be done on one's own time. No previous experience is necessary, and training will be provided. To learn more, watch the video above or visit chesterfield.gov/volunteeropportunities.
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Learn About Opportunities to Comment
on Draft of New Zoning Ordinance
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In fall 2019, Chesterfield issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking the services of qualified professionals to assist the county in a comprehensive rewrite of its Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 19.1 of the Chesterfield County Code. The Zoning Ordinance serves as the primary tool to implement the Comprehensive Plan.
While the Comprehensive Plan itself has changed over time to reflect the growth and development vision for county, much of the core content of the current Zoning Ordinance remains unchanged since the 1970s. A comprehensive rewrite is under way to fully implement the future vision.
Hear from county staff about the opportunity to review and comment on draft residential and agricultural districts by clicking on the video above or by visiting https://tinyurl.com/msr9r9ms.
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Don't Be an Accidental Drug Dealer! Properly Store and Dispose of Prescription Medications |
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Prescription drug abuse is a national epidemic. This spring, Chesterfield is once again promoting the proper disposal and storage of expired or unused medications through its “Don’t Be An Accidental Drug Dealer” campaign. As part of this campaign, free medication disposal pouches and locking bags are available for pick up at various locations throughout the county (while supplies last).
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 61 percent of people ages 12 and older who misuse prescription pain relievers get them from a friend or family member. That’s why it’s so important to dispose of expired or unused medications properly and keep other medications secure while they are being used.
One pouch can safely dispose of up to 45 pill tablets, six ounces of liquid or six patches. Once the medications are mixed with a small amount of water in the bag, the chemical compounds in the medications are deactivated. The biodegradable bag can then be safely disposed of in the trash.
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Be Mindful of Local Ordinance Requirements
for Keeping Chickens in Residential Areas
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Did you know a maximum of six chicken hens may be kept on a residentially zoned property with restrictions?
Chickens are always to be housed in a coop with an attached outside run and must have tops that are securely enclosed with wire mesh or similar material. Chickens running loose inside someone’s fence is not permitted. The chicken coop and run must meet a setback of 25 feet from property lines. Other fowl such as ducks, geese, swans, etc. are prohibited.
It is not permitted to have stock farm animals on residentially zoned property without a conditional use permit and roosters are prohibited in residentially zoned areas.
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If You Have a Random Act of Kindness
Story, Please Share it With Us
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Random acts of kindness take place around the county every day – and we want to hear about (and celebrate) them. Whether it’s paying it forward in the coffee shop line, or having kindness shown from a friend or stranger, stories of kindness can spread far and wide.
This initiative is focused on celebrating all of the thoughtful things citizens are already doing for each other, while also encouraging you to go out and do something kind for a friend, family member, neighbor, coworker or even someone you have never met before.
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Adopt-A-Spot Provides Opportunities
to Keep Chesterfield Beautiful
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Interested in being an antilitter advocate? Adopt-A-Spot in Chesterfield County! Let’s work together to protect our environment.
The Keep Chesterfield Beautiful team is a part of the 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. The county 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 at VonadaC@chesterfield.gov or call 804-717-6136.
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Chesterfield Offers Tax Exemption
for Rehabilitating Older Homes
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Are you aware that Chesterfield County allows a partial real estate tax exemption for the rehabilitation, renovation, or replacement of older residential structures?
The goal of this program is to help protect and preserve our aging neighborhoods. Upon approval, the partial tax exemption will be in effect for 15 years and transfers with the real estate. The amount of the exemption is based solely on increased assessment value, not the amount spent on the improvement project. There is no application fee.
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Concerned About Lead Paint in Your Home? Apply for Free Assessment and Abatement Program |
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A child’s brain grows rapidly during the first five years of life. Research shows lead exposure can harm a child’s health and brain development.
Children can be directly exposed to this hazard if they live in an older home that contains old lead-based paint, typically built before 1978. Lead-based paint can peel and crack into tiny pieces creating dust that children breath in or swallow.
Fortunately, lead exposure is preventable.
Chesterfield County’s Lead-Based Paint Hazard Control Program was created to protect children five years and younger and expectant mothers from lead exposure. In partnership with our non-profit partner, project:HOMES, families may qualify for a free lead hazard assessment and household repairs to remove lead exposure from their homes. No county staff will enter your home. This program has serviced several homes and is currently repairing others in Chesterfield that have lead-based paint.
If you’re a caregiver of younger children in an older home, you may also qualify for this program. For more information, please contact Emily Hurley by emailing Emily.Hurley@projecthomes.org or calling 804-718-0517.
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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:
✅ 2022 State of the County
✅ 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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Updates from Chesterfield County Public Schools |
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Gates Elementary principal wins distinguished award
Congratulations to O.B. Gates Elementary Principal Giuliana Brink, the Chesterfield winner of this year’s R.E.B. Award for Distinguished Educational Leadership.
Overseen by the Community Foundation for a greater Richmond and the R.E.B. Foundation, the award honors central Virginia principals who create an exceptional educational environment. Read more here.
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Nominate CCPS Hall of Famers by June 30
Nominations are open through June 30 for the next class of inductees into the Chesterfield County Public Schools Hall of Fame. Nominees should be memorable educators and volunteers who made a significant difference in Chesterfield schools. Full details and a simple nomination form are available at bit.ly/CCPShall.
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Someone You Should Know
Leticia Ayala, the bilingual family liaison at Providence Middle, is Someone You Should Know. Learn more about her at https://youtu.be/5nqOubR0r9A.
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Apply to Chesterfield County Government jobs.
Apply to Chesterfield County Schools jobs.
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