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 State, Local Officials Recognize Longtime Dale District Supervisor Jim Holland
 Former Chesterfield Board of Supervisors members Dan Gecker, Leslie Haley, Dorothy Jaeckle and Tara Carroll joined the current board, as well as Virginia Sen. Ghazala Hashmi and Del. Carrie Coyner, in honoring Dale District Supervisor Jim Holland at the board's Feb. 26 meeting.
Supervisor Holland, who has represented the Dale District since 2008, recently received the Chester Family YMCA’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Service Leadership Award in recognition of his outstanding and visionary leadership to Chesterfield County.
The first African American to serve as chair of the Board of Supervisors, he also was recognized last month with resolutions on the floor of both the Virginia Senate and House of Delegates.
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In the News
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Donations Being Collected for 2025 Diaper Drive
The Chesterfield Diaper Drive is back for its 12th year and we need the community’s help more than ever to collect newly packaged baby diapers and wipes. It benefits families enrolled in Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Families First and Infant and Toddler Connection of Chesterfield, which are administered by the county’s Mental Health Support Services Department.
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Board OKs Construction of New Animal Services Facility
At its meeting last week, the Board of Supervisors authorized the award of a $17.8 million contract to Rycon Construction Inc. for construction of a replacement Animal Services facility. The existing 10,430-square-foot building, which opened in 1975, has exceeded its useful life and its aging operating systems have become prohibitively expensive to maintain.
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 Warbro Road Recycling Area Now Under Construction
Heads up, Chesterfield: The recycling area at the county's Northern Area Convenience Center is currently under construction. Please follow the signs and use the entrance to the Warbro Road facility opposite Old Dominion Tire for recycling dropoff only.
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 Community Meetings Set on Proposed FY2026 Budget
Board of Supervisors members will host a series of community meetings this month to seek public input and answer questions about Chesterfield's proposed fiscal year 2026 budget, which will be presented to the board at a work session Wednesday, March 12.
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 Nominations for Community Champions Awards Open
Chesterfield has begun accepting nominations for the annual Community Champions Awards, which were established in 2020 to honor residents who volunteer their time and resources to effect positive change in their communities. Nominations are open through Monday, March 10 at 5 p.m.
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 Apply for My Chesterfield Academy Through March 17
Applications are being accepted for the 2025 session of My Chesterfield Academy through Monday, March 17 at 5 p.m. The program empowers residents from Chesterfield's multicultural communities to navigate their local government and connect to other community resources.
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Explore County's Native American History
 Before the Citie of Henricus was established in 1611, the area was home to approximately 250 Native Americans in the Powhatan Town of Arrohteck. The Arrohateck community was centered around the James River, which provided a rich ecosystem for hunting and gathering, as well as natural protection. Interested in learning more about Native American History in Chesterfield? Read our latest blog.
Be sure to check Experience Chesterfield’s Facebook, Instagram, or blog to stay in the know.
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Upcoming Events
Oil-Based Paint Disposal Event
Friday, March 7, 8-11 a.m. at Both County Convenience Centers
Oil-based paint is considered hazardous in liquid form and cannot be disposed of in the trash. Oil-based paint will be accepted at special events to be held at the Northern and Southern Area convenience centers. Residents may dispose of up to 5 gallons per household at no charge.
Winter Lecture Series: Historic Women of Virginia
Friday, March 7, 6-7 p.m. at Beulah Recreation Center
March is Women’s History Month. As part of the Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia's Winter Lecture Series, Martha Atkinson, curator at Magnolia Grange House and Museum, will share vibrant stories of notable Virginia women and how they influenced and shaped our communities.
A Loving Community
Friday, March 7, 6:30 p.m. at the Perkinson Center
The Virginia Opera has commissioned this play with music as part of its educational touring program for the 2024-2025 season. The roughly 60-minute production will feature music and history relevant to the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s, as well as excerpts from the new opera “Loving v. Virginia” that premieres in April.
Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival
Thursday, March 13, 7-9:30 p.m. at James River High School
Experience adventure on the big screen! Explore the world's last great wild places as you journey to exotic locations, paddle the wildest waters, and climb the highest peaks. Tickets must be purchased in advance on the Parks and Recreation web page. Thursday is the only showing left with tickets still available, so save your seat now.
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 Proposed FY2026 Utilities Budget Meets Growing Demand While Keeping Customers' Rates Competitive
As an enterprise fund that is wholly sustained by payments from customers, Chesterfield’s Department of Utilities continues to invest in servicing its robust infrastructure and meeting both current and future demand, all while maintaining the most competitive water and wastewater rates in the Richmond region.
By establishing strong financial policies to ensure it has adequate funding for necessary maintenance, replacement and expansion projects, Chesterfield also is one of just nine water and wastewater utilities in the nation to hold a Triple-AAA bond rating.
“That group continues to get smaller, which makes us even prouder of the accomplishment,” said George Hayes, the county’s Utilities director, during a work session at the Feb. 26 Board of Supervisors meeting.
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Chesterfield Behind the Mic
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 On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, which drops tomorrow, we talk to Dr. Mark Miller of the Board of Supervisors about his tenure as vice chair, some of the big items facing the county in 2025, and updates on a number of projects in the Midlothian District.
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Every Monday, This Week in Chesterfield points residents to fun, exciting and interesting things going on around their community.
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 Chesterfield Behind the Mic is an audio and video podcast focusing on the people, stories and happenings of #Cfield.
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 Subscribe to our Chesterfield on Point blog to stay informed about a variety of topics and events important to the community.
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Adoptable Pet Spotlight
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Say hello to Bushi!
Bushi came to us because one of the senior cats in his house was not liking Bushi very much! As you can see, Bushi is a beautiful 1-year-old neutered male Domestic Medium hair and he is a big boy weighing in at 13lbs. Bushi is litterbox trained and gets along with children, other cats and dogs. Bushi is very sweet, he loves attention and loves to talk -- this well-rounded cat won't last long, so you better call in fast!
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.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, and 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturdays. Our shelter is located at 9300 Public Works Road.
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Resources and Useful Information
Free Tax Services Offered at North Courthouse Road Library
The AARP and IRS sponsored TaxAide program will again provide free income tax services at the North Courthouse Road Library, 325 N. Courthouse Road, through April 15. Anyone can use this service, regardless of age or whether you are an AARP member.
Appointments are available:
- Mondays from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
To schedule an appointment, you must go to the library. The appointment book is located directly in front of the Business Suite where taxes will be prepared. Additional information is also available when you make your appointment or by calling (804) 608-9617. Please do not call the library to make an appointment.
Over 400 federal and state tax returns were prepared through the TaxAide program in 2024. These free tax services represent a valuable public service to the community.
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Get Accurate, Up-to-Date Information from Chesterfield Alert
Now is the time for residents to familiarize themselves with all of the different ways that Chesterfield County puts out emergency information.
One of those is Chesterfield Alert, an opt-in system that sends messages directly to you in the event of an emergency. This system can send out alerts via text, email, and phone call depending on how the subscriber chooses to receive the messages. Sign up today!
Click here to learn more about how you can get accurate, up-to-date information from Chesterfield in the event of an emergency.
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Request a Speaker Today!
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
✅ Preparing for an emergency - Emergency Management
✅ Senior resources in Chesterfield - Office of Aging and Disability Resources
✅ Chesterfield Cooperative Extension - Master Gardeners
✅ So much more
Request a speaker online.
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Arts Fest Spotlights Student Creativity and Artistic Ability
Student creativity and artistic ability are front and center every March when Chesterfield County Public Schools celebrates Arts Fest. The school system leans into national Youth Art Month, Music in Our Schools Month and Theater in Our Schools Month, all three of which take place in March. Arts Fest displays and events throughout Chesterfield County are free and open to the community. See the schedule and learn more by visiting the school division's website.
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WATCH: Education Glows at Davis Elementary
A hundred days of learning is definitely something to celebrate, so that’s what A.M. Davis Elementary teacher Brittany Evans arranged for her students on the 100th day of school. Watch this video to see how education really glows in her first grade classroom.
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Explore career opportunities in Chesterfield and join our team of dedicated professionals in Government and Public Schools—apply today to shape our community’s future.
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Discover who represents you in Chesterfield and learn more about your magisterial district to stay connected and informed.
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