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PARKS & RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION
The Commission was created in 1976. The role of the Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission is to represent the citizens of Henrico County by district and to provide citizens with a unified voice in planning recreation and parks programs, activities and services. Meetings are typically held first Wednesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the Recreation & Parks Main Office, 6800 Staples Mill Road. View the full meeting schedule for updates.
Contact your PRAC representatives:
Brookland District
Fairfield District
Three Chopt District
Tuckahoe District
Varina District
Purpose: Serve as a liaison between the Director of Recreation and Parks, the Board of Supervisors, and the citizens of the community
Terms: 3
Meeting Dates: First Wednesday of each month
Meeting Time: 5:30 p.m.
Meeting Location: Recreation and Parks Main Office, 6800 Staples Mill Road
Contact: Linda Goode, Senior Management Assistant Division of Recreation and Parks 804-501-5104 [email protected]
HISTORIC PRESERVATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE (HPAC)
HPAC was created in February 1990. They meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. at the Recreation & Parks Main Office, 6800 Staples Mill Road. View the full meeting schedule for updates.
Purpose
The Henrico Historic Preservation Advisory Committee advises the Henrico County Board of Supervisors regarding the identification, interpretation, rehabilitation, protection and preservation of historical and cultural resources located within the County.
Goals & Projects
- Market and distribute historical publications.
- Create and promote public awareness of historic preservation.
- Develop a bureau of volunteer speakers, available upon request to share significant information to groups on Henrico’s local history.
- Encourage the public to identify historical sites within the County not currently on the Inventory.
- Provide information to interested citizens on the methods used in the preservation of historic properties.
- Develop guidelines for determining the historical significance of County sites.
- Promote the local historical plaque and roadside marker programs.
- Celebrate significant historical events for public appreciation.
- Recognize significant historic preservation projects on an annual basis.
Purpose: The Committee consults with and advises the County Manager, the Director of Recreation and Parks and the Board of Supervisors in the identification, interpretation, rehabilitation, protection, and preservation of historic and cultural resources in Henrico County.
Terms: 3
Meeting Dates: Second Tuesday of each month (no August meeting)
Meeting Time: 10:00 a.m.
Meeting Location: Recreation and Parks Main Office, 6800 Staples Mill Road
Contact: Kim Sicola, Recreation Manager Division of Parks & Recreation 804-652-1444 [email protected]
BELMONT ADVISORY COMMITTEE (BAC)
BAC was created in 2020. They meet on the first Tuesday of each month at 4:00 p.m. at the Belmont Snack Bar, 1600 Hilliard Road.
Purpose: The Belmont Advisory Committee was established by the Henrico County Board of Supervisors to apprise the Board of concerns and suggestions raised by the community regarding the overall golfing experience and operation of the Belmont Golf Course. The committee is a resource to assist the facility operator, First Tee of Greater Richmond, in support of its programs and events; strategic planning and execution, community engagement and volunteerism.
Membership Criteria: BAC members are appointed by the Board of Supervisors according to the following schedule: five members at-large and one member from the Board of Supervisors. The Executive Director of the Sports & Entertainment Authority shall serve as non-voting, ex-officio member of the Committee. Members serve three-year terms.
Terms: 3
Meeting Dates: Meetings are held quarterly in January, April, July and October at 4 p.m. in the Belmont Recreation Center at 1600 Hilliard Road unless otherwise noted.
Meeting Time: 4:00 p.m.
Meeting Location: Belmont Recreation Center 1600 Hilliard Road [email protected]
Contact: To reach a BAC member, email [email protected] Jacquelyn Frame Business Supervisor Henrico Sports & Entertainment Authority 4300 E. Parham Road ¦ Henrico VA 23228 Direct: 804.501.5274 ¦ [email protected]
