Henrico’s proposed budget prioritizes investments in education, public safety, facilities
The $1.4 billion plan represents an increase of 3.3% over the current year’s plan. Of those additional funds, about 83% support education and public safety. All tax rates would remain unchanged. The real estate tax rate was reduced by 2 cents last year to 83 cents per $100 of assessed value and is the lowest among the 10 largest localities in Virginia.
March 10 Board of Supervisors Meeting Recap
County Manager John Vithoulkas opened the meeting by highlighting March as national Women’s History Month and honoring Board Clerk Tanya Brackett.
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Magellan’s extension and I-95 bridge will expand access, opportunity to Best Products site, Level Green development
“This vast property is being transformed, revitalized, supercharged and reimagined as we speak. The critical pieces are locking into place. Momentum is building, and the key players are engaged,” said Henrico County Board of Supervisors Chair Roscoe D. Cooper III.
With construction equipment staged nearby, officials and guests celebrated the start of the project along a portion of Scott Road that will be improved and realigned as part of Magellan’s extension.
Henrico Heart of Service Awards to recognize exceptional volunteer service
The awards program honors residents and other individuals as well as nonprofit organizations, businesses and other groups whose volunteer and community service benefits the lives of others. The public is encouraged to submit nominations through Friday, April 3. Continue reading Henrico Heart of Service Awards to recognize exceptional volunteer service
Warner announces new federal funding for affordable-housing development
The 60-unit Greenview Apartments complex is planned on Rady Street, in Richmond off of Mechanicsville Turnpike. Designed for low-income residents and formerly unhoused individuals, the community will offer a range of onsite services to support residents and help them maintain their housing. Continue reading Warner announces new federal funding for affordable-housing development
Henrico 4-H Farm Graze will celebrate agriculture, community March 21 at Deep Run Park
The event at Deep Run Park and Recreation Center aims to highlight the importance of agriculture and the critical roles that animals, food and nature play.
Attendees will have an opportunity to see up close – and in some cases touch – chicks, rabbits, horses, goats, snakes and bees.
HCPS students to explore water crisis, other local issues on Student Government Day
A total of 65 students from Henrico’s nine public high schools, The Academy at Virginia Randolph and the Henrico Virtual Academy are scheduled to participate.
This year, Student Government Day will focus on the county’s response to the water crisis of January 2025, giving students an in-depth look at how departments collaborated to serve residents and protect public health during the emergency.
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Board of Supervisors meeting recap: Glen Allen teams honored, reservoir earns distinction from Mid-Atlantic Chapter of APWA
The Glen Allen High School Jaguars’ girls cross country and boys volleyball teams won Virginia High School League Class 5 championships in November.
The Virgil R. Hazelett Reservoir at Cobbs Creek was named the 2026 Project of the Year by the Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the American Public Works Association. The reservoir received the award in the category of environment projects of more than $75 million.
Henrico Supervisors Dan Schmitt, Tyrone Nelson appointed to VACo committees
VACo’s steering committees review legislative requests from member counties, recommend an annual legislative program and provide policy guidance to staff. Continue reading Henrico Supervisors Dan Schmitt, Tyrone Nelson appointed to VACo committees
Residents invited to share input for HenricoNEXT at March 9 meeting
The meeting will include an overview of the draft plan and its key components as well as an opportunity to provide feedback in real time and to ask questions. Continue reading Residents invited to share input for HenricoNEXT at March 9 meeting
Henrico, community partners plan March 4 open house on Affordable Housing Trust Fund
Information on Henrico County's affordable housing initiative will be available at an event on Wednesday, March 4 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Eastern Henrico Recreation Center, 1440 N. Laburnum Ave. Continue reading Henrico, community partners plan March 4 open house on Affordable Housing Trust Fund
Henrico boosts access to free naloxone to reduce opioid overdose deaths
The pilot project is being funded by allocations made to the county from opioid litigation settlements. Henrico received $17,986 from the Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority and contributed an additional $5,000 in settlement funds made directly to the county.
Individuals are encouraged to take a box of naloxone if they or someone they know is at risk of an opioid overdose. Each box has two doses of naloxone. Individuals are asked to take only one box per visit, as supplies are limited.
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Board of Supervisors meeting recap: Employee recognized for going above and beyond during Winter Storm Fern, department heads discuss storm response
The Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting Tuesday, Feb. 10. An agenda and complete video of the meeting are available on the county website.
Highlights include:
Employee recognized for dedication and service during Winter Storm Fern
Winter Storm Fern made getting around extremely difficult for travelers, and county employees were no exception. At the Board’s work session, County Manager John A. Vithoulkas recognized custodial maintenance worker Julie Smith. Continue reading Board of Supervisors meeting recap: Employee recognized for going above and beyond during Winter Storm Fern, department heads discuss storm response
Supervisor Jody Rogish’s Tuckahoe Talk meeting on Feb. 23 to include updates from Police, Fire, Planning
Join Supervisor Rogish for a town hall meeting at the Tuckahoe Area Library at 1 p.m. on Monday, February 23. Continue reading Supervisor Jody Rogish’s Tuckahoe Talk meeting on Feb. 23 to include updates from Police, Fire, Planning
Walk for Peace attracts thousands across Henrico, ‘comes at a critical time’ for communities, nation
Bhikkhu Pannakara, spiritual leader of the Walk for Peace, spoke to county officials and other supporters during a lunchtime stop. He emphasized the importance of being happy with what you have, of practicing mindfulness, of avoiding the distraction of cellphones and other devices, and of adopting peacefulness as a mindset.
“We are mindful on each and every step we make,” he said. “I focus on my breathing when I walk, it's not just a walk, but walk with practicing mindfulness.”
Henrico seeks input for climate action and adaptation strategy
The Sustainability Division is inviting residents and other community stakeholders to share their perspectives in a public survey through March 16 and to attend one of five open-house meetings planned in February and March. Continue reading Henrico seeks input for climate action and adaptation strategy
Henrico temporarily waives drop-off fees at public-use areas as crews work to resume normal trash collection
Residents may drop off their household waste at the Springfield Road Public Use Area, 10600 Fords Country Lane, and the Charles City Road Public Use Area, 2075 Charles City Road. The normal fee of $3 per vehicle per trip will be waived through Sunday, Feb. 22. Continue reading Henrico temporarily waives drop-off fees at public-use areas as crews work to resume normal trash collection
Advocates for older adults invited to Feb. 7 summit to outline best practices for cognitive screening
Clinicians, caregivers and other stakeholders will prepare a statement of best practices for screening older adults for cognitive decline or impairment. The summit, which is free to attend, will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7 at the Henrico County Public Schools Oak Avenue Complex, 15 S. Oak Ave. Continue reading Advocates for older adults invited to Feb. 7 summit to outline best practices for cognitive screening
County’s response to Winter Storm Fern ‘makes us proud to live in Henrico’
“Logistics on this storm were simply off the charts. We had to think how we were going to get 911 operators to work their shifts, when in fact they would not be able to drive in,” County Manager John Vithoulkas said.
Public Works had 300 employees working round the clock on 110 trucks, plows and other pieces of equipment. Recreation & Parks operated 13 vehicles, delivering food and personnel for the Emergency Communications Center and other agencies.
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Henrico offices, facilities and courts to operate on normal schedule Wednesday
Henrico County general government offices and facilities and Henrico courts and clerks’ offices will operate on a normal schedule Wednesday, Jan. 28. Continue reading Henrico offices, facilities and courts to operate on normal schedule Wednesday
Henrico County to open warming centers Tuesday at two libraries
Henrico County will open warming centers at the Fairfield Area Library and Libbie Mill Library on Tuesday, Jan. 27. from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Continue reading Henrico County to open warming centers Tuesday at two libraries
Henrico offices, facilities and courts to be closed Tuesday following winter storm
The public is asked to avoid nonessential travel, as crews continue to focus on clearing primary and secondary roads. The Department of Public Works expects to begin assessing later today when crews might be able to begin clearing neighborhood and side streets. Continue reading Henrico offices, facilities and courts to be closed Tuesday following winter storm
Henrico offices, facilities, courts to be closed Monday due to winter storm
The public is urged to avoid travel and to prepare for likely power outages. Crews have mobilized to begin clearing primary and secondary roads. Continue reading Henrico offices, facilities, courts to be closed Monday due to winter storm
Henrico’s parks, recreation centers, libraries and public-use areas to close at 4 p.m. Saturday for winter storm
The public is encouraged to limit travel as snow is expected beginning tonight and to prepare for roads to be impassable beginning Sunday morning. Power outages also are expected. Crews are ready to begin road clearing as soon as conditions warrant. Continue reading Henrico’s parks, recreation centers, libraries and public-use areas to close at 4 p.m. Saturday for winter storm
Henrico braces for snow and ice, encourages residents to be ready for potential power outages
In anticipation of the storm, Henrico has declared a state of local emergency and opened its Emergency Operations Center.
Officials urge residents to avoid traveling, if possible, once road conditions become hazardous and to have 72 hours of emergency food, water, medications and supplies in the event of a loss of power.