COVID‐19 Municipal Utility Relief Program provides financial assistance to Henrico residents with delinquent utility bills
The delinquent charges must be for water and sewer use between Mar. 1, 2020 and Dec. 30, 2020. Continue reading COVID‐19 Municipal Utility Relief Program provides financial assistance to Henrico residents with delinquent utility bills
Henrico to accept Christmas trees for recycling Dec. 26 through Jan. 10
The free service, offered by Keep Henrico Beautiful and the Department of Public Utilities, preserves landfill space and protects the environment. Continue reading Henrico to accept Christmas trees for recycling Dec. 26 through Jan. 10
Henrico Division of Fire impacted by COVID-19
Staff at six firehouses affected by positive cases and contact tracing; officials do not anticipate impacts to service
Continue reading Henrico Division of Fire impacted by COVID-19
Henrico plans to offer wide variety of summer internships
The program has continued through pandemic, with facets of remote work
Henrico County is preparing a robust internship program for the summer after opportunities were somewhat limited during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Continue reading Henrico plans to offer wide variety of summer internships
Charles Marston named director of Real Property
Charles E. Marston has been appointed director of Real Property for Henrico County, effective Dec. 19. Continue reading Charles Marston named director of Real Property
County Manager John Vithoulkas presents 2020 State of the County address
Virtual format includes 12 videos detailing Henrico’s COVID response, key initiatives in economic development, partnerships, sports tourism and more
Continue reading County Manager John Vithoulkas presents 2020 State of the County address
Brookland Beat meeting Dec. 16 to focus on schools, business development
Brookland District Supervisor Dan Schmitt will host a virtual Brookland Beat meeting Wednesday, Dec. 16 to provide updates on Henrico County Public Schools and business development in the county. Continue reading Brookland Beat meeting Dec. 16 to focus on schools, business development
Henrico endorses proposed GreenCity development at Parham, I-95, I-295
$2.3 billion 'ecodistrict' is planned around former Best Products headquarters; Project would generate nearly 2.3 million square feet of office and retail space, 2,400 housing units, 2 hotels, 17,000-seat arena at no financial risk to taxpayers
Continue reading Henrico endorses proposed GreenCity development at Parham, I-95, I-295 Henrico Board of Supervisors to meet Dec. 1 and 15
Meeting schedule for 2020 includes no second meeting in November
Continue reading Henrico Board of Supervisors to meet Dec. 1 and 15
Virtual Tuckahoe meeting Nov. 19 to focus on county’s planning, zoning efforts
Tuckahoe District Supervisor Patricia S. O’Bannon will host a discussion about planning and zoning in Henrico County Continue reading Virtual Tuckahoe meeting Nov. 19 to focus on county’s planning, zoning efforts
Henrico reports COVID-19 outbreak in Voter Registration, Public Works
Voters not believed to be potentially exposed based on timing of symptoms Continue reading Henrico reports COVID-19 outbreak in Voter Registration, Public Works
Virtual Brookland meeting Nov. 18 to highlight county’s recreation, mental health services
Henrico County Board of Supervisors Vice Chairman and Brookland District Supervisor Dan Schmitt will host a discussion about mental health services and recreational programs. Continue reading Virtual Brookland meeting Nov. 18 to highlight county’s recreation, mental health services
Henrico County to begin 2020-21 leaf collection efforts week of Nov. 9
Henrico County will begin providing annual leaf-collection services Monday, Nov. 9, with both free and paid options available for county residents. Continue reading Henrico County to begin 2020-21 leaf collection efforts week of Nov. 9
Extension to offer free Tropical Treasures program to explore tropical fruits
The Henrico County office of Virginia Cooperative Extension is offering a free, virtual program to help individuals and families explore the rich flavors and health benefits of tropical fruits. Continue reading Extension to offer free Tropical Treasures program to explore tropical fruits
Henrico establishes citizen call line for voters to report concerns on Election Day
Henrico County will open a citizen call line, (804) 501-5655, for county residents to report incidents such as voter intimidation or other issues on Election Day. Continue reading Henrico establishes citizen call line for voters to report concerns on Election Day
Henrico Public Utilities to hold virtual, in-person job fair Nov. 7
The Henrico County Department of Public Utilities (DPU) will host a virtual and in-person job fair from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 7 to highlight opportunities in refuse collection. Continue reading Henrico Public Utilities to hold virtual, in-person job fair Nov. 7
What to expect on Election Day
Henrico County polling places will look and operate differently on Election Day.
Continue reading What to expect on Election Day Henrico to offer resources for older residents at drive-through event Nov. 5
Henrico residents ages 60 and older can pick up free grab bags stocked with information from community organizations, personal protective equipment and giveaway items at a drive-through resource fair planned for 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, Nov. 5 at the Eastern Henrico Recreation Center, 1440 N. Laburnum Ave. Continue reading Henrico to offer resources for older residents at drive-through event Nov. 5
Henrico Extension selling Apple Pie Kits to support 4-H youth programs
The $15 kits provide a fun, family activity and include almost everything to make a pie from scratch. Continue reading Henrico Extension selling Apple Pie Kits to support 4-H youth programs
Henrico proceeding with plans for indoor sports center
Demolition of project site at Virginia Center Commons to begin in November
After a delay of several months stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, Henrico County is moving forward with development of an indoor sports facility and convocation center at Virginia Center Commons.
Continue reading Henrico proceeding with plans for indoor sports center Henrico to distribute PPE, health information at drive-through sites Oct. 23-24
Henrico residents can pick up free COVID-19 care kits at drive-through distribution sites planned for 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, and for 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24. Continue reading Henrico to distribute PPE, health information at drive-through sites Oct. 23-24
Extension offers virtual 4-H Mars Base Camp STEM Club for youth
The Henrico County office of Virginia Cooperative Extension will offer a virtual Mars Base Camp 4-H STEM Club to help youth develop critical-thinking skills while participating in fun activities. Continue reading Extension offers virtual 4-H Mars Base Camp STEM Club for youth
Henrico facility recognized by green building program for environmentally friendly design
Henrico County’s Mental Health East Center has been awarded LEED Gold certification by the U.S. Green Building Council for its sustainable design and construction and limited impact on the environment.
Continue reading Henrico facility recognized by green building program for environmentally friendly design
Henrico 4-H sale of apples, peanuts, honey, cookbooks, bag clips underway
The Henrico County office of Virginia Cooperative Extension is selling Virginia apples, peanuts and honey as well as cookbooks and bag clips to benefit local 4-H youth programs. Continue reading Henrico 4-H sale of apples, peanuts, honey, cookbooks, bag clips underway
Fairfield meeting Oct. 19 to highlight roles of Henrico EDA, county boards
Fairfield District Supervisor Frank J. Thornton will discuss the activities and impact of the Henrico County Economic Development Authority (EDA) at a constituent meeting set for 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 19 at the Eastern Henrico Recreation Center, 1440 N. Laburnum Ave. Continue reading Fairfield meeting Oct. 19 to highlight roles of Henrico EDA, county boards