Chesterfield County, Virginia's Weekly e-Newsletter |
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Celebrate National Dog Day on Friday
at Locations Across Chesterfield!
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What would the dog days of summer be without some fun activities for you and your four-legged friends?!
Come celebrate National Dog Day with us this Friday, Aug. 26! Representatives from Chesterfield will be out and about at several locations around the county with FREE swag for your furry friend!
Want a FREE professional photo of your pup? At Rockwood Park’s Ruff House Dog Park and Harry Daniel Park, you can get one taken of you and your dog with Sparky, the official mascot of Chesterfield Fire and EMS. Registration is required so don’t wait, sign up now!
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111th Chesterfield County Fair Begins Friday! |
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The 111th Chesterfield County Fair kicks off at 5 p.m. this Friday, Aug. 26 and continues through Saturday, Sept. 3 at the county fairgrounds, 10300 Courthouse Road, Chesterfield VA 23832.
Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for people over the age of 60, $5 for kids between the ages of 4 and 12, and free for kids under 3. That covers all shows and entertainment, but food, drinks and rides are extra. Ride tickets cost $1.75 apiece, or you can purchase a daily wristband (unlimited rides) for $27 Monday through Friday and $30 on Saturday and Sunday.
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Board of Supervisors to Meet on Wednesday |
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The Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors will meet on Wednesday, Aug. 24, in the Public Meeting Room at 10001 Iron Bridge Road, beginning with a work session at 2 p.m. followed by an evening session that starts at 6 p.m.
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Chesterfield Holding Community Meetings
on Bond Referendum Plan
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The Chesterfield Board of Supervisors and School Board, accompanied by county staff, will be hosting a series of community meetings over the next month to help share information and answer questions on the upcoming bond referendum.
This fall, Chesterfield residents will vote on the Community Facilities Bond Plan, which would authorize the issuance of $540 million in General Obligation bonds. If approved, the Community Facilities Bond Plan will, over the next eight to 10 years, fund 26 capital improvement projects split among four categories: Schools, public safety, libraries, and parks.
Over the next few weeks, there will be eight community meetings held throughout Chesterfield to provide voters with important information on the referendum. The meetings include six in-person events spread out across the five magisterial districts as well as two Facebook Live meetings which can be attended virtually.
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2022 High School Football Season
Kicks Off Thursday!
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Chesterfield's 2022 high school football season kicks off with two games on Thursday, Aug. 25, and two more on Friday, Aug. 26. Here is this week's schedule:
THURSDAY
L.C. Bird at James River, 7 p.m.
Glen Allen at Matoaca, 7 p.m.
FRIDAY
Cosby at Thomas Dale, 7 p.m.
Meadowbrook at Hermitage, 7 p.m.
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Spots Still Available for Fall Session
of Government Citizens Academy!
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The Department of Citizen Information and Resources is excited to announce the fall session of the Chesterfield Government Citizens Academy will be offered on Wednesday morning from 9-11:30 a.m.. beginning Sept. 14 and running through Nov. 9.
Registration is already under way. Those who are interested in taking part in the GCA this fall can sign up until Friday, Sept. 2 by visiting chesterfield.gov/govacademy.
The Government Citizens Academy provides Chesterfield citizens with an opportunity to learn about their local government and participate in interactive sessions. Participants receive a comprehensive look at the how and the why of local government programs. GCA sessions offer an opportunity for participants to learn directly from department leaders, including members from the Board of Supervisors, as well as offer feedback.
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Catch Up on Blog Posts from
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As general manager of the Chesterfield County Fair since 2014, Brenda White Vaughn has been the go-to person for every question, decision and logistical issue regarding the annual event.
In our latest blog article, we talk to her about the challenges of managing such a large operation, putting on a fair that appeals to all ages and demographics, and what's new for 2022!
While you're visiting the Chesterfield On Point website, take a second to subscribe so you receive alerts every time a new post is published.
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Watch and Listen to the Latest Episodes of
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On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, which drops tomorrow, we talk to Deputy County Administrator Matt Harris to get the background on Chesterfield's upcoming bond referendum this fall. We dive into the basics of what a referendum is, how bonds work, what savings they can present, how the projects in the Community Facilities Bond Plan were chosen, and much more. Learn more at chesterfield.gov/bond.
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Meet Caroline!
This lady is friendly and quite affectionate. She loves her humans and enjoys cuddling up right next to you for pets and to give you kisses. While Caroline loves people, she wants all of your attention strictly on her; she isn’t a fan of other dogs and does need to be the only one in the home.
She is a 5-year-old Pitbull mix and she weighs 45 pounds.
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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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Chesterfield Seeks New Officers of Elections
For Upcoming General Election
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With the November General Election now less than three months away, the Chesterfield County Registrar’s Office is looking for registered voters to become Officers of Election.
“Every election is an opportunity for voters to become public servants and this year is no different in that respect,” said Chesterfield General Registrar and Director of Elections Missy Vera. “Stepping up and becoming an Officer of Election is a wonderful way for people to give back to their community and help their fellow residents exercise their right to vote while also learning more about the democratic process.”
Now more than ever, Officers of Election are vital to the electoral process. These registered voters ensure the integrity of the election and assist voters in having a successful and enjoyable voting experience.
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Apply For the Fall Citizens Police Academy! |
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The Chesterfield County Police Department is calling for applications to participate in the fall Citizens Police Academy.
The evening academy will be held from Sept. 6 to Oct. 18 on Tuesdays from 6:30-10 p.m. at St. David’s Episcopal Church at 1801 Camborne Road.
The morning academy will be held from Sept. 8 to Oct. 20 on Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; the location will be announced at a later time.
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. Applicants will be screened for activities that may disqualify them from participating in the academy.
For more information or an application, please call Corporal Matt Rogers at 804-318-8549 or email him at RogersMW@chesterfield.gov.
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Chesterfield Offers Tax Exemption
for Rehabilitating Older Homes
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Did you know 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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Calling All #Cfield Agribusinesses! |
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The Agribusiness Promotion & Development Committee invites Chesterfield agribusinesses to promote their farm products and services on an interactive map for #Cfield residents and visitors to enjoy.
If you, or someone you know, owns an agribusiness in #Cfield, complete the form to be listed on the map. It’s free!
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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 or Colonial Heights.
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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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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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Plant a Row for the Hungry! |
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Virginia Cooperative Extension - Chesterfield is challenging you to Plant a Row for the Hungry. Grow a few more plants or an extra row in your garden and donate the surplus produce to help feed the hungry in Chesterfield and around RVA.
The Chesterfield Master Gardeners are leading this campaign with collections on Mondays (through Oct. 31, excluding holidays) from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Chesterfield Extension Office, 9501 Lori Rd.
For more information about Plant a Row for the Hungry, visit https://tinyurl.com/bdh323r9.
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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
✅ Bond Referendum: What Is A Bond Referendum?
✅ Senior resources in Chesterfield - Office of Aging and Disability Services
✅ Chesterfield Cooperative Extension - Master Gardeners
✅ So much more.
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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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Updates from Chesterfield County Public Schools |
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Schools are now in session
With the official start of the 2022-23 school year this week, please be alert for stopped school buses and children crossing the street during pickup/dropoff. Safety first!
Students have something to say
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Dates set for 2023 high school graduations
Here are the graduation dates for the class of 2023 and their invited guests:
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May 22 at Virginia Commonwealth University: Thomas Dale High at 10 a.m.; Midlothian High at 2:30 p.m.; James River High at 7 p.m.
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May 23 at Virginia Commonwealth University: Manchester High at 10 a.m.; Cosby High at 2:30 p.m.; Monacan High at 7 p.m.
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May 24 at Virginia Commonwealth University: Bird High at 10 a.m.; Meadowbrook High at 2:30 p.m.; Clover Hill High at 7 p.m.
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May 26 at Virginia State University: Matoaca High at 9 a.m.; Carver College and Career Academy at 1:30 p.m.
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Adult ed registration is open
Registration is open for adult continuing education classes. Chesterfield County Public Schools offers workforce classes, enrichment opportunities, GED support, English for Speakers of Other Languages classes and senior adult options. Get the details at ace.mychesterfieldschools.com.
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The Chesterfield Health District recommends that everyone in the region continue to take precautions due to COVID-19. |
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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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Do you need to take a COVID-19 test? All CCPL locations distribute FREE COVID-19 antigen rapid tests. Test kits are distributed through curbside service only. Drive to any library during operating hours and call the phone number posted out front to request your test kit. Visit the library’s website or call 804-751-CCPL (2275) for more information. Test kit are limited to two kits per visitor and are made available through the Virginia Department of Health.
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Apply to Chesterfield County Government jobs.
Apply to Chesterfield County Schools jobs.
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