
09/23/2023
Low-lying areas could see some water build up at high tide today around 4:00 p.m. If you are traveling today, please drive with caution and never drive through standing water. In all cases, remember: Turn Around, Don’t Drown.
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Low-lying areas could see some water build up at high tide today around 4:00 p.m. If you are traveling today, please drive with caution and never drive through standing water. In all cases, remember: Turn Around, Don’t Drown.
TROPICAL STORM OPHELIA UPDATE:
All Chesapeake Community Centers and Public Libraries will be closed on Saturday, September 23. Public Library branches are expected to resume normal operating hours on Sunday, September 24. For more information on closures and cancellations, visit www.CityOfChesapeake.net/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=240
In response to potential severe flooding and tropical storm impacts over the weekend, City Manager Chris Price has declared a local state of emergency in the City of Chesapeake, effective at noon on Friday, September 22. This declaration will allow the City to mobilize resources and equipment, should they be needed, for response and recovery efforts.
Tropical Storm Ophelia has increased speed a bit, making the Saturday 3:00 a.m. high tide a critical point for those living in low-lying areas. Preparations, including moving vehicles and belongings to higher ground should be completed by this evening. Storm-related flooding will begin as high tide approaches and may last into Sunday. Travel should be avoided as much as possible, but if you must travel and encounter flooded roadways, do not attempt to drive through the water. Remember: Turn Around, Don't Drown.
Due to inclement weather, all after-school activities for today, September 22, 2023, must conclude by 5:00 p.m., including YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club. All activities on Saturday, September 23, 2023, are canceled.
For people living in low-lying areas who need to move their vehicles, the parking garage at Tidewater Community College, Chesapeake Campus, located at 1428 Cedar Rd, will accept vehicles beginning today, September 22. Parking spots are available on the second and third floors only, on a first come, first served basis.
Vehicles will NOT be able to enter or exit the garage between 9:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, except in the case of emergency. If you have an emergency and need to retrieve your vehicle, you can call Chesapeake Police at 757-382-6161 for assistance. All vehicles must be out of the garage by 8:00 a.m. on Monday, September 25. Tidewater Community College is not responsible for any loss or damage to vehicles or their content while parked in the garage. Parking is at your own risk.
City Council will meet on Tuesday, September 26, at City Hall. There will be a Work Session at 5:30 p.m. followed by the regular City Council Meeting at 6:30 p.m. Speaker cards will be accepted for the Council Meeting up until 6:30 p.m. Citizens who wish to speak may register on the date of the meeting in the City Council Chamber before 6:30 p.m. or pre-register by calling the City Clerk’s Office at 757-382-6151 (Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.).
To view the meeting agenda, visit www.CityOfChesapeake.net/Agenda
The meeting will be aired live on Chesapeake Television (Cox Channel 48, Verizon Channel 43) and will be streamed live at www.CityOfChesapeake.net/TV
When storms are in the forecast, Public Works crews increase their focus on clearing out known chokepoints in the stormwater system to help keep things flowing once the rain begins. Here’s a before and after example of some of the work they do. Remember that stormwater ditches are likely to hold water for awhile after the kind of heavy rainfall that we’re expecting to see this weekend. This is normal and it should dissipate in a few days.
STORM UPDATE:
All community centers and the Chesapeake Visitor Center will be closed today, Saturday, September 23. For more City closures and cancellations visit: www.CityOfChesapeake.net/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=240
Due to the threat of inclement weather, Black Ink, Block Party & Lit Fest has been canceled.
Walk to End Alzheimer's– Chesapeake POSTPONED
Due to the recent tropical storm warning issued for the greater Hampton Roads area, the Walk to End Alzheimer’s - Chesapeake scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 23, has been postponed until Saturday, Nov. 18.
In the meantime, we will not let the weather slow down our fight against Alzheimer’s disease. We still need your help to meet our goal! Please continue to invite others to
join us for the Walk and donate!
View details at https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2023/VA-SoutheasternVirginia?fr_id=16833&pg=entry
The City's Office of Emergency Management is closely monitoring a developing tropical storm that is expected to impact Chesapeake this weekend. Now is the time to prepare for potential high winds, flooding, and tornadoes. Secure any loose items outside, move vehicles and other belongings to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area, and make sure you are signed up to receive weather and emergency alerts through Chesapeake Alert: www.CityOfChesapeake.net/ChesapeakeAlert
If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment and want to make a difference for Chesapeake and its citizens, come join our team! Civil Engineer II will perform engineering design and review municipal drainage and stormwater infrastructure improvement projects within our Stormwater Engineering Section.
For additional information and to apply, visit jobs.cityofchesapeake.net/postings/9862. If you have any questions regarding this position, contact Human Resources at 757-382-6492.
Does fall weather inspire you to get out and be active? If you’re looking for a fun outdoor activity that also helps the environment, join Parks, Recreation and Tourism at one of their Tree Planting or Invasive Species Removal volunteer events. Events run from October – December at the Arboretum and various parks. This is the perfect opportunity for nature lovers to positively impact the world around them while enhancing their overall wellbeing. For details and registration, visit: www.signupgenius.com/go/9040c4aacae2eaaf58-fall #/
Here’s the latest on the Centerville Turnpike Water Main project. Work on Butts Station Rd is finishing up and the part of the project to follow will require single daytime lane closures on Centerville Turnpike just north of the bridge. The lane closure start date is currently several weeks out but we’ll post a reminder when a date is secured.
This project is providing additional water capacity and backup capability to the Greenbrier, Elbow Rd, Butts Station Rd area. Projects like this are necessary to make sure that water service remains available to the community at all times.
Chesapeake City Council Meeting
Marked Agenda from September 19, 2023
View marked agenda and watch the meeting: www.CityOfChesapeake.net/Agenda
Join us tonight at the Trails and Connectivity Plan Open House at the Great Bridge Battlefield and Waterways Museum, any time between 5:30-7:30 p.m. This plan will focus specifically on pathways that do, and should, exist in Chesapeake, based on your feedback. From on-street infrastructure like sidewalks and bicycle lanes, to off-road trails, and even waterway access, there are so many ways we can improve upon how our open spaces are connected and accessed. You can also take an online survey or draw your own suggested trails on the interactive map, which you can find at www.CityOfChesapeake.net/TConn.
FINAL UPDATE: The issue has been resolved and all DMV Select services are now available. DMV Select is open from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mondays - Fridays.
PLEASE NOTE: The DMV Select Office in City Hall is currently experiencing issues with its computer system and is unable to process service requests at this time. Services will be restored as soon as possible.
Alert! Virginia DMV offices are currently unable to process transactions due to a system outage affecting multiple services. Online transactions are also unavailable at this time.
We appreciate your patience while the issue is resolved.
New dates and locations have been added to the list of kick-off open houses for Chesapeake 2045, the update of the City’s Comprehensive Plan. These meetings are interactive and engaging and a great way to make sure your ideas are included in this important long-range plan. Here’s a look at what the open houses are like. Find all the dates and locations plus more information at www.CityOfChesapeake.net/Chesapeake2045.
It's National Voter Registration Day! If you haven't registered to vote yet, now's the time to do it. You must be registered by October 16 in order to vote in the November 7 election. If you’ve recently moved, turned 18, or changed your name, you’ll also need to update your registration by this date. To confirm your registration, visit Vote.Elections.Virginia.gov/VoterInformation
Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare is holding a town hall meeting to gather public feedback on the Opioid Abatement. Join us on September 21 at Indian River Library from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m., or livestream on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CIBHprevention. Boxed meals will be provided. Please register at www.eventbrite.com/e/chesapeake-town-hall-opioid-abatement-tickets-715529406717?aff=oddtdtcreator.
Today marks 20 years since Chesapeake was hit by Tropical Storm Isabel. When Isabel made landfall in the Outer Banks it was a Category 2 but it had weakened significantly by the time it hit Chesapeake. Despite its downgrade, the force of the storm caused widespread damage from flooding, debris, and power outages that lasted for weeks. Isabel is a great reminder that no matter the forecast, we have to be prepared for storms of all sizes. Take the time now to make a plan for what you’ll do the next time a storm heads our way. Would you evacuate or stay home? Would you have enough supplies to last you at least 3 days? Do you have the right insurance coverage? Don’t let a storm catch you unprepared. Find tips at Ready.gov.
Safety Resource Officers from the Chesapeake Sheriff's Office and the Chesapeake Police Department are in our schools for so much more than just safety. They become part of each school's community and their presence is an incredible asset. Thank you to all the SROs for helping to keep our kids safe and smiling!
Early in-person voting for the November 7 election starts this Friday, September 22. Any registered voter can choose to vote early, no application needed. Early voting will start at the Chesapeake Voter Registrar’s Office (411 Cedar Road) Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with additional satellite locations opening on October 23.
Learn about in-person absentee and by-mail voting.
TRAVEL ADVISORY: Beginning Tuesday, September 19, weather permitting, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ contractor will close the northbound right turn only lane on Mill Creek Pkwy as well as the existing shoulder walkway along the west side of the Deep Creek Bridge for continued work on the Deep Creek Bridge Replacement Project. Utilizing the thru traffic lane, motorists will still have the ability to make a right turn from Mill Creek Pkwy to cross the bridge onto Moses Grandy Trail. Please follow all posted signage in the area.
Chesapeake Television will be covering the 2023 Chesapeake Candidate Forum, presented by the Chesapeake Women's Division of the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce, on Monday, October 2. The forum will air live at 5:00 p.m. on Cox Channel 48, Verizon Channel 43, and online at www.CityOfChesapeake.net/LiveFeed. To submit questions for Virginia General Assembly and City Treasurer candidates, email [email protected] by Monday, September 25. After the event, the forum will be available to view on demand at www.Youtube.com/CityOfChesapeake
City Council will meet on Tuesday, September 19, at City Hall. Speaker cards will be accepted for the Council Meeting up until 6:30 p.m. Citizens who wish to speak may register on the date of the meeting in the City Council Chamber before 6:30 p.m. or pre-register by calling the City Clerk’s Office at 757-382-6151 (Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.).
To view the meeting agenda, visit www.CityOfChesapeake.net/Agenda
The meeting will be aired live on Chesapeake Television (Cox Channel 48, Verizon Channel 43) and will be streamed live at www.CityOfChesapeake.net/TV
Love gardening and plants? Join us at the Fall Garden Fair on Saturday, September 16, from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Major Hillard Library! Receive fall gardening tips from master gardeners, select a tree to plant in your yard, and show off your creativity with arts and crafts. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit events.chesapeakelibrary.org/event/8974539.
As we gear up for the General and Special Elections in November, now is a great time to review your precinct's sample ballot to see which candidates will appear on your official ballot: www.CityOfChesapeake.net/1055/Sample-Ballot. This is the first November election with the new Virginia district lines, which determine your ballot for Virginia House of Delegates and Virginia Senate. To view district maps and look up your current legislators, enter your address at whosmy.virginiageneralassembly.gov/. The “NEW IN 2024” tab will show you the district that will be on your ballot in November.
FINAL UPDATE (9:10 a.m.): Greenbrier Pkwy Southbound at I-64 is open.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Greenbrier Pkwy Southbound at I-64 is reduced to one travel lane due to a school bus accident, no injuries reported. Expect delays. No estimated time for full reopening.
The November 7 election is less than two months away so it’s time to start thinking about when, how, and where you’ll vote. You can choose to vote in-person on Election Day, in-person during early voting, or by mail. Please note that if you’ve already requested an absentee ballot, the Voter Registrar’s Office doesn’t start mailing them out until September 22. For all the deadlines and details, check out the November 2023 Voter Guide and make a plan today. www.cityofchesapeake.net/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=237
FINAL UPDATE (3:10 p.m.): Dominion Blvd at Dominion Lakes Blvd is now open.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Dominion Blvd at Dominion Lakes Blvd Southbound is reduced to travel in the shoulder area only due to bricks in the roadway. Public Works crews are in response. Expect delays. No ETA for full reopening.
FINAL UPDATE (2:33 p.m.): All lanes on Route 58 Westbound are open.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Route 58 Westbound is closed due to a motor vehicle accident. Westbound traffic is being rerouted onto W Military Hwy. No ETA for reopening.
As the summer wraps up, donate your excess garden produce to a great cause! Plant a Row for the Hungry encourages growers of all ages, backgrounds, and garden sizes to donate their extra crops or canned goods toward those facing hunger within the community. Drop items off at Taylor’s Do It Center on S Battlefield Blvd from 9:00 a.m. - Noon on September 19 and 26. For more details, visit www.cityofchesapeake.net/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=221.
UPDATE: All issues with the mobile app have been resolved.
PLEASE NOTE: The Customer Contact Center’s mobile app is currently experiencing issues. Residents can still make service requests by calling 757-382-2489, emailing [email protected], or by visiting www.CityOfChesapeake.net/Requests. We apologize for any inconvenience and are working to restore service to the app as quickly as possible.
Chesapeake City Council Meeting
Marked Agenda from September 12, 2023
View marked agenda and watch the meeting: www.CityOfChesapeake.net/Agenda
Information Technology is looking for a Fiscal Administrator to join their team! To apply, visit jobs.cityofchesapeake.net/postings/10514. If you have any questions regarding this position, contact Human Resources at 757-382-6492.
Chesapeake Public Library will be rolling out some exciting changes soon to better serve our community!
It’s National Preparedness Month! Take this month to fully prepare your home and family for hurricanes and other natural disasters. “Take Control in 1, 2, 3” – assess your needs, make a plan, and engage with your support network. Now is also the time to purchase flood insurance and to sign up for Chesapeake Alert. Learn more at www.cityofchesapeake.net/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=236.
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Paint 4 Fun! Learn about some of the senior programs offered by Chesapeake Parks, Recreation and Tourism on this episode of A Closer Look.
Tomorrow is Election Day! Polls will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Keep in mind that you must vote at your assigned precinct, which you can find at www.CityOfChesapeake.net/Vote. Don’t forget to bring a valid ID. We will bring you election updates right here on Facebook starting at 7:00 p.m. on November 8. Look for our pinned post for frequent updates on the City Council and School Board positions on the ballot.
In November and December, the number of yard waste bags you can place at the curb each week increases to 50 bags. Please use 35-gallon bags and only fill them with light yard waste such leaves and grass clippings. Our crews manually lift and toss these bags into the back of a trash truck, so it’s important to keep things like rocks, mulch, soil, and other heavy materials out of these bags.
The additional satellite locations for early in-person voting are now open! Registered voters can choose any location to cast their ballot, regardless of their normal precinct. If you have an absentee ballot that you’ve filled out and want to turn in, you can do so at any of these satellite locations.
City crews are ready for whatever Ian may bring our way and we hope you are, too. Renee McKinnon from Chesapeake Emergency Management tells us more about the preparation that goes in to any potential weather event.
Emergency preparedness doesn't have to be hard. Protect the life you've built with just three simple steps: Plan, Prepare, Activate! #NPM2022
A virtual information meeting for the Chesapeake Avenue Area Drainage and Utility Improvements Project is open now. You can view project information and submit your comments online. This project is a great example of departmental coordination to get two major improvements done at one time. For more information, visit bit.ly/VCIMchesave.
In this episode of 'peake Life, learn how you can get involved in Open Table, a community initiative that offers long-term individualized support and addresses immediate needs.
It takes an entire community to help our kids have a successful school year and Chesapeake has truly stepped up. A key piece of successful learning is having the right tools available for all learners. Students at Oscar Smith Middle School received a generous donation of schools supplies from the Amazon Delivery Station in Chesapeake.
Each year, members of the military help our Chesapeake Public Schools teachers prepare their rooms for the new school year during the Servicing Our Schools event. We're so appreciative of all these heroes working together to help our kids!
In this episode of 'peake Life, Chesapeake Television's Karen Meyers chats with Emily Edmonds from Human Services about the Child Care Subsidy Program. Take a look.
Learn what the City is doing to help address panhandling concerns throughout Chesapeake in this episode of A Closer Look.
There are only a few days left to check out the beautiful artwork at the Great Bridge Past & Present 3rd Annual Art Show at the Great Bridge Battlefield & Waterways History Museum. Dozens of artists have submitted their pieces that you don't want to miss. Learn more at GBBattlefield.org
The shelter is FULL at Chesapeake Animal Services! If you are able to provide a lifetime of love and commitment to one of the many shelter animals, please come visit soon! For specific information on each animal, visit www.CityofChesapeake.net/AnimalServices
For those experiencing homelessness, the cold winter months can be challenging and downright dangerous. The City is committed to partnering with community organizations to make sure a warm safe space to sleep is available to those who need it. In this special interview, Chesapeake Television's Elizabeth Vaughn chats with Mary Riley from the Human Services Department about how the City is handling homelessness and how you can lend a hand.
Starting January 1, 2022, Chesapeake water and sewer rates will increase by 2 percent. This does not include the HRSD portion of the bill. Public Utilities Director David Jurgens explains the breakdown of your utility bill and gives an explanation for the rate increase in this video.
Early in-person voting for the November 2 General Election is available through October 30. Any registered voter can choose to vote early at any one of six satellite options plus the Voter Registrar’s Office at select dates and times.
Any registered voter is eligible to vote by mail in the November 2 General Election, no excuse necessary. You must apply to vote by mail no later than Friday, October 22. Completed ballots must be returned to the Chesapeake Voter Registrar’s Office no later than 7 p.m. on Election Day. If returning your ballot by mail, it must be postmarked by November 2 and must be received at the Voter Registrar’s Office no later than noon on November 5.
In celebration of #CustomerServiceWeek, we want to take a moment to recognize the members of our Customer Contact Center. In the past month alone, this team of 9 managed 24,070 service requests, 11,356 phone calls, 327 emails, and 461 mobile app requests. Thank you for providing top-notch service to our community and being part of the City that Cares!
The last day to register to vote in the November 2 General Election is Tuesday, October 12. This is also the last day to make any changes to your registration (for example if you've moved or changed names). You can register online, in person at the Voter Registrar's Office (411 Cedar Rd), or by mail after getting an application from any Chesapeake Public Library Branch or Treasurer's Office.
Our final topic for #NationalPreparednessMonth is preparing kids for emergencies. Involve them in the planning process so they feel confident and know what to do if a disaster strikes. For activities and resources, visit https://www.ready.gov/kids.
On this edition of the Mayor’s Emergency Response Roundtable, Mayor Rick West talks with Chesapeake Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton and Greenbrier Intermediate Principal Keith Hyater about the start of the 2021-2022 school year and about how the District continues to respond to the challenges of COVID-19.
Election Day is Tuesday, November 2. Early voting starts this Friday, September 17. Chesapeake Television spoke with Director of Elections Mary Lynn Pinkerman to get all the information you need in order to cast your ballot.
In the weeks, months, and years after the attacks on 9/11, heroes from all across the country put down what they were doing for their own community and flocked to New York City to lend a hand. First responders from right here in Chesapeake were among them, including Senior Firefighter Faith Gayheart. This former Chesapeake police officer and native New Yorker continues to make it her mission to keep the memory of those we lost alive by sharing her story and by continuing to serve. #September11 #NeverForget
School is back in session which means buses are back on the road. Please use caution in areas where students are entering or exiting a bus and STOP for buses displaying warning lights and extended stop-arms. New road signs warning drivers of upcoming school bus stops have been installed along several roadways in Chesapeake where repeat stop-arm violations have occurred. Here's a quick refresher on when you are required to stop for school buses in Virginia.
Happy National Dog Day! As we move into the peak of hurricane season, Cinco from the Chesapeake Fire Department wants to remind all pet parents to have an emergency kit ready to go for their furry friends. Be sure to include food, water, medicine, a leash, and a collar with an ID. Find more tips at ready.gov/pets.
As we're getting closer to the height of hurricane season, let’s talk about evacuations. Do you know what evacuation zone you’re in? What’s your plan in the event of an evacuation? Now is time to answer those questions. Find your evacuation zone at KnowYourZoneVA.org.
Chesapeake Animal Services has tons of felines, dogs, and small animals available for adoption! We visited the shelter this morning to chat with Outreach Coordinator Krista Loveless about the adoption process, their upcoming Kitty Karnival, and volunteer opportunities.
Hampton Roads Planning District Commission
Woodlake DriveHampton Roads Transportation Planning Organiz
Woodlake DriveChesapeake Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Progressive DriveU.S. Army Recruiting Station Chesapeake, VA
Sam's DriveHampton Roads Incident Management Team
South Military HighwayNSA Hampton Roads, Northwest Annex
Relay RoadSoutheastern Virginia Training Center
Steppingstone Square