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Timeline of Events (April - May 2025)This timeline is based on the events mentioned in the Chesterfield Public Library newsletter for April 2025.April 2, Wednesday:Sustainable Gardening: Program at Clover Hill Library, 11 a.m.-noon, for adults, focusing on creating and maintaining a spring flower garden. Registration required.Virtual Author Talk: Jodi Picoult: Online event, 7-8 p.m.April 5, Saturday:Art on Wheels (for Teens!): Weave a Small Basket with Recyclable Materials: Program at Bon Air Library, 2-3:30 p.m., for middle and high school students. Registration required.Celebrate El Día de los Niños/El Día de los Libros (Children's Day/Book Day Festival): Event at Meadowdale Library, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., featuring story times, book giveaways, a Panamanian dance performance, crafts, activities, games, and vendors. Boka Tako Food Truck will be present (food for purchase).Registration begins for Art on Wheels: Explore Paper Casting (April 19th event).April 6 - April 12:National Library Week: A week to celebrate the role of libraries in communities.April 8, Tuesday:Virtual Author Talk: Matthew Fleming: Online event, 2-3 p.m.April 10, Thursday:VA250: Forgotten Patriots - Virginia's Black Soldiers in the American Revolution: Program at North Courthouse Road Library, 6:30-7:30 p.m., for teens and adults. Registration required.April 12, Saturday:Pollinator Power!: Program at Ettrick-Matoaca Library, 10-10:45 a.m., for grades K-5, presented by the Children’s Museum of Richmond, focusing on the importance of pollinators. Registration required.April 14 - April 28:Hygiene Drive for Mental Health Peer Recovery Services: Chesterfield Mental Health Support Services Department collects donations of new, unopened hygiene items at all library locations.April 19, Saturday:Art on Wheels (for Teens!): Explore Paper Casting: Program at Chester Library, 2-3:30 p.m., for middle and high school students. Registration required.April 24, Thursday:Virtual Author Talk: Gregg Hurwitz: Online event, 7-8 p.m.April 25, Friday:An Evening with Sharon McMahon: Event at Beulah Recreation Center, 7-10 p.m., featuring Sharon McMahon, "America's Government Teacher," discussing her book "The Small and the Mighty." The event is full, but a waitlist is available.Through Thursday, May 1:Give Me Liberty: Virginia & The Forging of a Nation: Exhibit on display at North Courthouse Road Library, exploring Virginia's role in the Revolutionary War (1774-1776).Thursday, May 15:Friends’ Fourth Annual Golf Tournament: Event at The Golf Club at The Highlands to support the library, including silent auctions, raffles, and competitions.Cast of CharactersJodi Picoult: A bestselling author who will be featured in a virtual author talk on Wednesday, April 2nd.Matthew Fleming: An author who will be featured in a virtual author talk on Tuesday, April 8th.Gregg Hurwitz: A bestselling author who will be featured in a virtual author talk on Thursday, April 24th.Sharon McMahon: A former high school government and law teacher known as "America's Government Teacher" and host of the podcast "Here's Where It Gets Interesting." She is the author of the book "The Small and the Mighty" and will be speaking at an event on Friday, April 25th.Ms. Romi: Will be hosting a special story time as part of the El Día de los Niños/El Día de los Libros festival at Meadowdale Library on Saturday, April 5th.Children’s Museum of Richmond: An organization that will be presenting the "Pollinator Power!" program at the Ettrick-Matoaca Library on Saturday, April 12th.Friends of Chesterfield County Public Library: A partner organization that supports library programs, including the virtual author talks and the annual golf tournament.

April 1, 2025 (Tuesday):Rockwood Park Community Garden Ribbon Cutting: The renovated community gardens at Rockwood Park open for the 2025 season with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Applications to rent plots are being accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.April 2, 2025 (Wednesday):Kiwanis Park Opening: The new Kiwanis Park, located at 12321 Richmond Street in Chester Village, opens with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Phase I includes a lawn area, walking trails, and community garden plots.April 4, 2025 (Friday):Second Annual Chesterfield Restaurant Week (CRW) Begins: CRW kicks off, running through Sunday, April 13. Over 50 local establishments (restaurants, wineries, breweries, dessert shops, etc.) are participating, with proceeds benefiting the Chesterfield Food Bank Outreach Center.Experience Chesterfield CRW Kick-off Event: From 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Westchester Commons, the Experience Chesterfield team will host an event to celebrate the start of CRW. Attendees can get information, meet the county mascot Cole, and win prizes.Outdoor Family Movie Night: At Ettrick Park, "Monsters Inc." will be shown under the stars from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Pre-show activities start at 7 p.m., with the movie beginning at dusk.April 5, 2025 (Saturday):Tour of Eppington Plantation: From 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., a tour of Eppington Plantation (built in 1768) will offer insights into 18th-century plantation life, including agricultural displays.April 10 - April 28, 2025 (Dates Vary):Community Meetings on Zoning Ordinance Modernization (ZOMod): The Chesterfield County Planning Department will host a series of community meetings to provide information and answer questions about the comprehensive re-write of the county's zoning ordinance (ZOMod). Specific dates and locations will likely be announced separately.April 12, 2025 (Saturday):Earth Day Festival: Chesterfield's third annual Earth Day Festival will be held from noon to 4 p.m. at the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds (10300 Courthouse Road). This free, family-friendly event will involve county departments, local organizations, and businesses focused on environmental topics.Annual Plant Sale and Spring Festival: The Chesterfield Career and Technical Center @ Courthouse (10101 Courthouse Road) will hold its annual Plant Sale and Spring Festival from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. featuring student-cultivated plants, culinary delights, and crafts.April 13, 2025 (Sunday):Second Annual Chesterfield Restaurant Week (CRW) Ends: The ten-day event promoting local dining concludes.April 18, 2025 (Friday):Nominations Due for 2025 Sr. Volunteer Hall of Fame: The deadline to submit nominations for Chesterfield County seniors (60+ years old) who have provided outstanding community service.April 22, 2025 (Tuesday):Bermuda District Supervisor Jim Ingle Community Conversation: The first of two community conversations hosted by Jim Ingle, providing an opportunity for residents to discuss important issues and ask questions. Registration is required.April 23, 2025 (Wednesday):Chesterfield County Public Schools Job Fair for Graduating Seniors: From 5-7 p.m. at CTC@Hull (13900 Hull Street Road), over 75 employers will offer short- and long-term jobs to graduating seniors, with opportunities for on-the-spot interviews and hiring.May 5, 2025 (Monday):Bermuda District Supervisor Jim Ingle Community Conversation: The second community conversation hosted by Jim Ingle. Registration is required.Ongoing:Rent a Community Garden Plot at Rockwood Park: Applications are being accepted on a first-come, first-served basis after the April 1st opening.Submit Nominations for 2025 Sr. Volunteer Hall of Fame: Nominations are open until April 18th.Listen to "Chesterfield Behind the Mic" Podcast: The latest episode, featuring Jessica Schneider of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors, discussing her first year and county projects, drops on April 2nd.

Detailed Timeline of Events in Brandermill (April - May 2025)Prior to March 31st, 2025:Timbers for the Sunday Park Erosion Plan are delivered and staged on-site.Week of March 31st - April 6th, 2025 (Mentioned as "Week 2" in the April 1st update):Installation of topsoil and river rock at Sunday Park as part of the Erosion Plan.Thursday, April 10th, 2025:Mugs & Mornings: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM at the Harbour Pointe Clubhouse. Features coffee, breakfast sandwiches from Auburn Hills, and speaker Bo Baker discussing brain health and active aging.Friday, April 11th, 2025:Let's Get Trivial – Geography-Themed Trivia Night: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at the Harbour Pointe Clubhouse, hosted by Al Morgan.Saturday, April 12th, 2025:Spring Clean Out: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM at the Harbour Pointe Clubhouse, sponsored by Amy Enoch. Includes document shredding, electronics collection for Tech for Troops, donations for the Lions Club and Mercy Mall, medicine disposal kits, and American flag retirement.Tuesday, April 15th, 2025:Tilling Event at Heritage Farms: Starts at 9:00 AM.Book Club Meeting: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM at the Harbour Pointe Clubhouse. Discussion of The Midnight Library by Matt Haig and selection of the June book.Saturday, April 26th, 2025:The Festival of Spring: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM at Sunday Park. Includes face painting, balloon animals, train rides, inflatables, petting zoo, pony rides, pet adoptions from the Richmond SPCA, pontoon cruises, games, food trucks, and live music by the Robert Mabe Band.Week of April 28th - May 4th, 2025 (Likely):Week 3 of Sunday Park Erosion Plan: Plant installation.Week of May 5th - May 11th, 2025 (Likely):Week 4 of Sunday Park Erosion Plan: Mulch installation, fence construction, and final touch-ups.Friday, May 2nd, 2025 (Save the Date):Sunset Paddleboard Tour.Saturday, May 3rd & Sunday, May 4th, 2025 (Save the Date):Yard Sale.Friday, May 9th, 2025 (Save the Date):Bingo Night.Saturday, May 10th, 2025 (Save the Date):Mother's Day Tea.Thursday, May 15th, 2025 (Save the Date):Flow in the Beat.Ongoing:The Brandermill Community Association is seeking participants for the 4th of July Parade, encouraging creative floats, costumes, and decorations. Interested individuals can contact [email protected] of CharactersGregory: Recipient of the BCA Lifestyle Updates email.Bo Baker: Speaker for the Mugs & Mornings event on April 10th. Known for sharing insights on brain health and bringing delicious breakfast sandwiches from Auburn Hills.Al Morgan: Sponsor and host of the Geography-Themed Trivia Night on April 11th.Amy Enoch: Associate Broker and sponsor of the Spring Clean Out event on April 12th.Robert Mabe Band: Live music act scheduled to perform at the Festival of Spring on April 26th.Jonathan Sharp: Contact person for those interested in participating in the 4th of July Parade. His email address is provided for inquiries.Brandermill Newcomers: Residents who attended the "Welcome Home New Brandermill Residents!" event.Organizations Mentioned:Brandermill Community Association (BCA): The organizing body behind the events and the sender of the email updates.The Boathouse: Local establishment that provided snacks and food for the "Welcome Home New Brandermill Residents!" event.Heritage Farms: Location for the tilling event on April 15th.Harbour Pointe Clubhouse: Venue for several events including Mugs & Mornings, Let's Get Trivial, Spring Clean Out, and Book Club.Sunday Park: Location for the Erosion Plan work and the Festival of Spring.Richmond SPCA: Organization that will have pet adoptions at the Festival of Spring.Auburn Hills: Provider of breakfast sandwiches for the Mugs & Mornings event.Tech for Troops: Organization that will receive donated electronics during the Spring Clean Out.

Brandermill Community Association: Timeline of Events (Late March - April 2025)This timeline covers the main events mentioned in the BCA Community Update dated March 31, 2025.Prior to Week of March 31st: Timbers for the Sunday Park Erosion Plan delivered and staged on-site.Week of March 31st: Installation of topsoil, river rock, and the foundation for the food truck parking area as part of the Sunday Park Erosion Plan.Tuesday, April 1st:CAM Committee Meeting, 5:30 PM via Zoom.Q2 Assessment of $222.25 due.Wednesday, April 2nd: Reservoir Hydrilla Management Group's Annual Public Meeting, 6:00 PM at North Beach Clubhouse, including updates on the County's Addison-Evans Water Treatment Plant Floodwall Project.Thursday, April 3rd: Chesterfield Planning Department - ZOMod Meeting, 10:00 AM at Brandermill Church, focusing on zoning ordinance modernization along the 360 corridor. Hosted by the Brandermill Region Men’s Club (BRMC).Monday, April 7th: NAC Meeting, 7:00 PM at Harbour Pointe Clubhouse.Tuesday, April 8th: ARC Committee Meeting, 3:30 PM at BCA Office.Wednesday, April 9th:Roundtable (Topic: Compliance & Maintenance), 11:00 AM at North Beach Clubhouse.Finance Committee Meeting, 7:00 PM via Zoom.Week of April 7th (Estimated): Plant installation as part of the Sunday Park Erosion Plan.Week of April 14th (Estimated): Mulch installation, fence construction, and final touch-ups for the Sunday Park Erosion Plan.Monday, April 21st:Online Voting Closes for the Governing Documents Re-Write and Board of Directors Election at 12:00 PM.BOD Meeting, 6:00 PM at North Beach Clubhouse (virtual option available).Wednesday, April 23rd:Paper Voting Closes for the Governing Documents Re-Write and Board of Directors Election at 6:00 PM.Annual Meeting, 6:00 PM at North Beach Clubhouse (virtual option available).Thursday, May 28th: Construction begins on the flood wall at the Addison-Evans Water Treatment Plant.Monday - Friday (May 28th - September 9th): Pile driving for the flood wall construction, work hours 7 AM to 4 PM.Saturday, September 9th (Estimated): Pile driving for the flood wall construction concludes.Spring 2026 (Estimated): Completion of the flood wall at the Addison-Evans Water Treatment Plant.July 2026 (Estimated): Full completion of the Addison-Evans Water Treatment Plant Floodwall Project.Throughout 2025 (Date TBD):Public meeting regarding The Chapel at Swift Creek Middle School.Installation of the crosswalk at Sandy Ridge.Installation of the traffic signal near Clover Hill High School.Continued community meetings on the Chesterfield County Zoning Ordinance Modernization (ZOMod) throughout April (4 more meetings planned).Ongoing: Weekly updates on the quorum thermometer for the Governing Documents Re-Write vote.Cast of Characters with Brief Bios:Gregory Smith: Recipient of the BCA Community Update email. Likely a resident of the Brandermill community.BCA Staff: Refers collectively to the employees of the Brandermill Community Association, involved in various aspects of community management, maintenance, and communication. Specific roles mentioned include:Those who can retrieve objects from the fenced-off Sunday Park erosion project area.Staff who can assist residents at the BCA office.Board of Directors (BOD): The governing body of the Brandermill Community Association, involved in decisions such as the Sunday Park Erosion Plan and the proposed amendments to the Governing Documents. They will hold a meeting on April 21st and participate in the Annual Meeting on April 23rd.CAM Committee: Community Activities and Maintenance Committee, which collaborated on the Sunday Park Erosion Plan. They have a meeting scheduled for April 1st.NAC: Likely refers to a Neighborhood Advisory Committee or a similar group within Brandermill, holding a meeting on April 7th..

Detailed Timeline of Main EventsMarch 2025Prior to Week 1 (March 17-24): Timbers for the Sunday Park Erosion Plan are delivered and staged on-site.Week 1 (March 24-31): Preparation work, installation of the retaining wall, walking path, and drainage system behind the retaining wall for the Sunday Park Erosion Plan.April 2025April 1: CAM Committee Meeting via Zoom (5:30 PM).April 1: Quarterly Assessments Payment Due.April 1: Branderbelle pontoon cruises begin for the season (reservations open).April 2: Reservoir Hydrilla Management Group’s Annual Public Meeting at North Beach Clubhouse (6:00 PM).April 3: Chesterfield Planning Department ZOMod Meeting at Brandermill Church (10:00 AM).April 7: NAC Meeting at Harbour Pointe Clubhouse (7:00 PM).April 7: Week 2 of Sunday Park Erosion Plan: Installation of topsoil and river rock.April 8: ARC Committee Meeting at BCA Office (3:30 PM).April 9: Roundtable (Topic: Compliance & Maintenance) at North Beach Clubhouse (11:00 AM).April 9: Finance Committee Meeting via Zoom (7:00 PM).April 10: Book Club meeting at Harbour Pointe Clubhouse (7:00 PM - 8:30 PM), discussing "The Midnight Library".April 11: Spring Clean Out event at Harbour Pointe Clubhouse (9:00 AM - 11:00 PM).April 12: No specific events listed for this date.April 14: Week 3 of Sunday Park Erosion Plan: Plant installation.April 15: LET’S GET TRIVIAL - Geography Trivia at Harbour Pointe Clubhouse (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM).April 17: Lifestyle Committee Meeting via Zoom (3:30 PM).April 21: Week 4 of Sunday Park Erosion Plan: Mulch installation, fence construction, and final touch-ups.April 21: Online Voting for Board of Directors Election and Proposed Amendments Closes (12:00 PM).April 21: BOD Meeting at North Beach Clubhouse (6:00 PM, virtual option available).April 22: ARC Committee Meeting at BCA Office (3:30 PM).April 23: Annual Meeting at North Beach Clubhouse (6:00 PM, virtual option available). Paper Voting for Board of Directors Election and Proposed Amendments Closes (6:00 PM).April 26: Festival of Spring at Sunday Park (12:00 PM - 4:00 PM).May 2025May 2: Sunset Paddleboard Tour at Sunday Park (6:00 PM - 8:30 PM, registration required).May 9: Bingo Night at North Beach Clubhouse (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, registration required).May 10: Mother's Day Tea at Sunday Park (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, registration required).May 15: Flow in the Beat & Wine at Harbour Pointe (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, registration required).May 18: Garden Tour (All Day).May 24 - May 26 (Memorial Day): Pool Hours 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM.May 26: Memorial Day at the Pool at North Beach Pool (12:00 PM - 2:00 PM).May 27 - May 30: Pool Hours 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM.May 28: Construction begins on the flood wall project at the water treatment plant (through September 9th).May 30: School’s Out Pool Party at North Beach Pool (5:00 PM - 7:00 PM).May 31 - August 17: Daily Pool Hours 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM.June 2025June 6: Swift Night Float Night at Harbour Pointe (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, registration required).June 19: Float Night at the Pool at North Beach Pool (5:00 PM - 7:00 PM, registration required).June 22: Ladies Day at the Pool at Harbour Pointe Pool (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM, registration required).June 24: Book Club meeting at Harbour Pointe Clubhouse (7:00 PM - 8:30 PM), book to be chosen at the April meeting (registration required).July 2025July 1: Quarterly Assessments Payment Due.July 4: 4th of July Parade and Celebration (Parade starts 10:00 AM).July 2026 (Expected): Completion of the entire flood wall project.August 2025August 18 - August 29: Weekday Pool Hours 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Weekend Pool Hours 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM.August 30 - September 1: Pool Hours 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM.September 2025September 9 (Expected): End of pile driving for the flood wall project.October 2025End of October: Branderbelle pontoon cruises end for the season.

Brandermill Community Association Board of Directors Meeting - March 24, 2025 Timeline6:01 PM: President Cassem calls the Board of Directors meeting to order, confirming a quorum.Motion to Approve Agenda: Director Gregory Pearson makes a motion to approve the meeting agenda, seconded by Director Anthony Giordano. The motion passes unanimously.Review and Approval of Meeting Minutes: Secretary Karyn Carpenter and Treasurer Kevin Cheney approve the minutes from the February 13th Special BOD Meeting and the February 24th BOD Meeting with noted corrections. The motion to approve is made by Secretary Carpenter and seconded by Treasurer Cheney, passing unanimously.NEW BUSINESS - St. Ledgers Sunshades: Director Nathan Templeman motions to approve the expenditure of $24,350 from the capital account for Capitol Awning to install sunshades at St. Ledgers. Director Anthony Giordano seconds the motion. Discussion ensues regarding the shape (square, rectangle, or triangle) of the sunshades. Maintenance Director Montervino explains the reasoning for the potential triangle shape due to existing pole installations, avoiding drilling into the concrete pool deck, and ease of removal/relocation. Staff will coordinate with select board members on placement. The motion passes unanimously.NEW BUSINESS - Chesterfield County Utilities Commendation - George Hayes: Director Anthony Giordano motions to recognize the Chesterfield Department of Utilities and its Director, Mr. George Hayes, for their outstanding performance in providing uninterrupted water supply during the harsh winter within the Greater Richmond Metropolitan Area (GRMA), a feat unmatched by other counties in the GRMA. The resolution also highlights the Utilities Department's 55-year effective management of the Swift Creek Reservoir as a drinking water source and their crucial role in the past 15 years in preventing the Reservoir's loss as a drinking water source and as a recreational amenity due to Hydrilla infestation. President Cassem seconds the motion. The motion passes unanimously.OLD/UNFINISHED BUSINESS - 2025 BCA ANNUAL CALENDAR: This item is listed but no specific action or discussion is detailed in the provided excerpt.OLD/UNFINISHED BUSINESS - Sunday Park Erosion Motion: Treasurer Kevin Cheney makes a motion to fund the Sunday Park Erosion Project in the amount of $109,590, to be taken from the capital account. Director Anthony Giordano seconds the motion. The motion passes unanimously.7:02 PM: President Cassem makes a motion to move into Executive Session, seconded by Vice President Gregory Pearson. The motion passes unanimously.Reconvene Open Session: The meeting returns to open session (time not specified).MOTIONS SUBSEQUENT TO EXECUTIVE SESSION:Vice President Gregory Pearson motions to approve Waiver Request W-0324-01 and deny Waiver Request W-0324-02, seconded by Director Karyn Carpenter. The motion passes unanimously.Treasurer Kevin Cheney motions to approve Payment Plan P-0324-01, seconded by President Roger Cassem. The motion passes unanimously.8:36 PM: President Cassem adjourns the meeting.Upcoming Meeting: The next Board of Directors meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 21, 2025, at 6:00 PM in person at the North Beach Clubhouse, with a virtual option available via ZOOM.

Brandermill Community Association Timeline (March - April 2025)March 10, 2025 (Monday)VoteHOA Email Sent: Email with online voting PIN and link sent to residents. Residents are advised to add [email protected] to their safe sender list and check all email folders.Paper Ballots Mailed (Approximate): Annual meeting notices containing paper ballots expected to arrive this week or next.Voting Thermometers Introduced: Voting progress trackers ("voting thermometers") are displayed to show progress towards quorum.Candidate Bios and Videos Available: Resident are reminded that candidate information is available on Facebook and the BCA website.Construction Begins on Planter's Wood Trails: Repaving project starts, expected to last about a week and a half, weather permitting. Residents advised to use caution.March 11, 2025 (Tuesday)Tree Removal on Old Hundred Road: VDOT to remove a large tree across from The Chapel church, causing periodic road closures.VDOT & Maintenance Addressing Clogged Culvert Pipes: Efforts underway to address clogged or partially blocked culvert pipes under streets due to recent storms. Residents asked to report affected pipes to John Montervino.ARC Meeting: Rescheduled to 4:00 PM at the BCA office.Town Hall Meeting: 6:00 PM at the North Beach Clubhouse to discuss proposed amendments and addendums to the Association Governing Documents being voted on.March 12, 2025 (Wednesday)Finance Committee Meeting: 7:00 PM via Zoom.March 19, 2025 (Wednesday)Spring Wreath Craft Class (Rescheduled): 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the North Beach Clubhouse, led by Naomi Sharp.March 20, 2025 (Thursday)Lifestyle Committee Meeting: 3:30 PM via Zoom.March 24, 2025 (Monday)BOD Meeting: 6:00 PM via Zoom.March 25, 2025 (Tuesday)New Resident Welcome Party: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM at the North Beach Clubhouse. Registration required.April 1, 2025 (Tuesday)Q2 Assessments Due: Second quarterly assessment of $222.25 due. Option to pay for the remainder of the year in advance.April 3, 2025 (Thursday)Geography Trivia Night: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Harbour Pointe Clubhouse. Registration available.April 9, 2025 (Wednesday)Roundtable Meeting: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM at North Beach Clubhouse. Topics: Compliance & Maintenance. Featuring Tasha Rempfer and John Montervino.April 10, 2025 (Thursday)Mugs & Mornings: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM at Harbour Pointe Clubhouse. Speaker Bo Baker on brain health. Registration available.April 12, 2025 (Saturday)Spring Clean Out: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM at Harbour Pointe Clubhouse. Includes document shredding, electronics collection, donation drives, and medicine disposal kits.April 15, 2025 (Tuesday)Book Club Meeting: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM at Harbour Pointe Clubhouse, discussing "The Midnight Library" by Matt Haig. Registration available.April 26, 2025 (Saturday)The Festival of Spring: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM at Sunday Park. Free event with food trucks, live music, petting zoo, and more.

Timeline of Events (March-April 2025):March 1: Registration begins for "Patterned Ceramic Wall Pockets Inspired by Lucy M. Lewis" program.March 8: "Create a Pop-Up Card Inspired by Collette Fu" program at Midlothian Library (2:00-3:30 p.m.). Registration begins for "Kids Create Art: Cubism Animals" program.March 10 - April 4: Chesterfield County Public Schools' Arts Fest 2025 at all library locations.March 11: "Decorative Kitchen Stand" program at Ettrick-Matoaca Library (6:00-7:30 p.m.).March 12: Virtual Author Talk with Dan Heath (2:00-3:00 p.m.).March 15: "Patterned Ceramic Wall Pockets Inspired by Lucy M. Lewis" program at Clover Hill Library (10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.). Registration begins for "Meet Patrick Henry: Go Back in Time" program and "Kids Create Art: Kimmy Cantrell Masks" and "Masked: Wearable Felted Sculptures" programs.March 20: Virtual Author Talk with Clara Bingham (2:00-3:00 p.m.).March 21: Registration begins for "An Evening with Sharon McMahon" event.March 22: "Kids Create Art: Cubism Animals" program at Central Library (2:00-3:30 p.m.).March 26: Virtual Author Talk with Jennifer Weiner (7:00-8:00 p.m.).March 27: "Give Me Liberty: Virginia & The Forging of a Nation" exhibit opens at North Courthouse Road Library, on display through May 1. Registration begins for "Forgotten Patriots: Virginia's Black Soldiers in the American Revolution" program.March 29: "Meet Patrick Henry: Go Back in Time" program at North Courthouse Road Library (10:00-11:00 a.m.). "Kids Create Art: Kimmy Cantrell Masks" program at Chester Library (10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.). "Masked: Wearable Felted Sculptures" program at Meadowdale Library (11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.).April - all month: Chesterfield Annual Diaper Drive at all library locations.April 5: "El día de los niños/El día de los libros" festival at Meadowdale Library (11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.).April 10: "Forgotten Patriots: Virginia's Black Soldiers in the American Revolution" program at North Courthouse Road Library (6:30-7:30 p.m.).April 25: "An Evening with Sharon McMahon" event at Beulah Recreation Center (7:00-8:00 p.m.).Cast of Characters:Patrick Henry: (1736-1799) An American attorney, planter, politician and orator well known for his declaration to the Second Virginia Convention: "Give me liberty, or give me death!"Collette Fu: A contemporary artist known for her intricate pop-up books and paper engineering.Lucy M. Lewis: (c. 1898-1992) A renowned Native American potter from Acoma Pueblo, known for her traditional Mimbres-style pottery.Pablo Picasso: (1881-1973) Influential Spanish painter, sculptor, printmaker, ceramicist and theatre designer who spent most of his adult life in France. Co-founded the Cubist movement.Kimmy Cantrell: A contemporary African American artist known for his whimsical and asymmetrical mask sculptures.Natassja Swift: An artist who will be guiding the "Masked: Wearable Felted Sculptures" program.Dan Heath: A New York Times bestselling author.Clara Bingham: An author.Jennifer Weiner: A bestselling author.Sharon McMahon: A former high school government and law teacher known as "America's Government Teacher" and host of the podcast "Here's Where It Gets Interesting."NotebookLM can be inaccurate; please double check its responses.

Timeline of Events (February 25, 2025 - March 25, 2025)February 25, 2025: Email sent announcing various upcoming events and opportunities within the Brandermill Community Association (BCA).February 28, 2025: Winner of the Love Poem Challenge is announced on social media.March 3, 2025, 7:00 P.M.: Neighborhood Advocacy Council (NAC) Meeting at Harbour Pointe Clubhouse regarding proposed amendment changes on the upcoming ballot.March 4, 2025, 1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M.: Spring Wreath Craft Class at North Beach Clubhouse.March 7, 2025, 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.: Movie in Sunday Park featuring "Wonka."March 18, 2025, 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.: Bingo with Al Morgan Real Estate at Harbour Pointe Clubhouse.March 25, 2025, 6:30 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.: New Resident Welcome Party at North Beach Clubhouse.Ongoing: The Community Appearance & Maintenance (CAM) and Finance Committees are seeking new members.Cast of CharactersGregory: Recipient of the BCA Lifestyle Updates email ([email protected]).Candice Streett: Chair of the Community Appearance & Maintenance (CAM) Committee ([email protected]).James Grooms: Administrative Assistant ([email protected]), contact for the Finance Committee.Al Morgan: Presumably associated with Al Morgan Real Estate, sponsoring the Bingo night.Timothée Chalamet: Actor in the movie "Wonka," which will be shown in Sunday Park.NotebookLM can be inaccurate; please double check its responses.

February 25, 2025 (5:02 PM): Congressman Rob Wittman's office sends an email to Gregory Smith ([email protected]) advertising mobile office hours in Midlothian.February 26, 2025 (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM): Mobile office hours held at American Legion Post 186 in Midlothian, Virginia. Staff members from Congressman Wittman's office are present to assist constituents.Cast of Characters:Rob Wittman: U.S. Representative for Virginia's First Congressional District. He is the sender of the email and the person responsible for providing constituent services, including the mobile office hours.Gregory Smith: Recipient of the email from Congressman Wittman's office. He lives in Virginia's First District.Staff members from Congressman Wittman's Office: Unnamed individuals who represent Congressman Wittman at the mobile office hours and assist constituents with federal agency inquiries.Brief Bios:Rob Wittman: A Republican politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Virginia's First Congressional District. He is focused on serving his constituents and assisting them with federal agency-related issues. He has offices in Washington D.C., Glen Allen, and Yorktown.Gregory Smith: Resident of Virginia's First Congressional District and recipient of Congressman Wittman's email. No other information is provided in the source.Staff members from Congressman Wittman's Office: Employees of Congressman Wittman who work to assist his constituents with various federal matters.

Timeline of Events (February 18, 2025 Newsletter Content):Ongoing: Nominations open for Chesterfield Community Champions Awards.Until Feb 23, 2025: Applications accepted for Chesterfield summer internship program.Feb 17, 2025: President's Day (North Courthouse Road Library closed).Feb 18, 2025: Happening in Chesterfield e-newsletter published.Feb 20, 2025: Free Childcare Provider Workshop at Midlothian Library.Feb 21, 2025: Chesterfield County Public Schools in the Era of Segregation lecture at Stonebridge Recreation Center.Feb 22, 2025: Black History Month Vendor Fair at Beulah Recreation Center. Empowerment Through Enterprise event at Meadowdale Library.Feb 28, 2025: Richmond Symphony: Appalachian Spring performance at the Perkinson Center.March 10, 2025: Nominations close for Chesterfield Community Champions Awards.Spring 2025: Volunteer Recognition Event for Chesterfield Community Champions winners.April 15, 2025: Free tax services at North Courthouse Road Library end.Sept 16, 2025: Virginia State University to host The People's Debate for the gubernatorial election.December 2024: Netflix released The Six Triple Eight.1944: The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion sent overseas.Cast of Characters:Charity E. Adams: Major in the U.S. Women's Army Corps. Commanding officer of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, the only U.S. Women’s Army Corps unit of color deployed to Europe during World War II.Ulf Sandström: Swedish musician who released "Back Into the Light," a tribute song to the Chesterfield Sheriff's Office's HARP program.Charlotte Banks Wood: Retired Chesterfield County Public Schools teacher who will share stories of life during segregation in Chesterfield County Public Schools.Charis Jones: Local entrepreneur and owner of Sassy Jones, an award-winning fashion and accessories brand, speaking at the Empowerment Through Enterprise event.David Lemelin: Clarinetist performing with the Richmond Symphony at the Perkinson Center.Tyler Perry: Writer and director of the Netflix film The Six Triple Eight.Kerry Washington: Actress who starred as Charity Adams in the Netflix film The Six Triple Eight.Mary Martin Selby: Chesterfield County's director of human resources.Randi Smith: Principal of Ettrick Elementary School who created a support center for families.Zero to Hero: Husky mix, about a year old and adoptable pet at Chesterfield County Animal Services.Tina Shreve: Employee of Chesterfield Economic Development, contact person for registration for the Free Childcare Provider Workshop.NotebookLM can be inaccurate; please double check its responses.Hi. I'm Greg Smith. I have been working on this concept since COVID. The AI is good enough now to create a podcast-like banter between two commentators.I love all the communications we get out of the BCA through FirstService Residential. But it's a lot to sift through. I hope you enjoy these summaries.Please let me know what you think in the comments.Also follow us on these platforms:Amazon Music Podcast: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3a52a825-e564-4ec1-ac3f-8dccac9467ac/brandermill-local-radioApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brandermill-local-radio/id1785311450Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bKTNrKJM8cFEn8ffnfjccRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/fedf7bdc/podcast/rssPodcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/

Timeline of Events (Brandermill Community Association - Early 2025)Wednesday, January 29, 2025: Candidate Nomination Packets for the Board of Directors (BOD) election are available for pick up at the BCA office.Monday, February 17, 2025: Presidents' Day. The BCA office is closed. Last day to apply for the Board of Directors election is one week away.Wednesday, February 19, 2025: Finance Committee Meeting at 7:00 PM via Zoom.Thursday, February 20, 2025: Lifestyle Committee Meeting at 3:30 PM via Zoom.Monday, February 24, 2025:Candidate Nomination Packets & photos for the Board of Directors election are due back at the BCA office by 12:00 PM (Noon).Board of Directors (BOD) Meeting at 6:00 PM via Zoom (Proxy approved).Tuesday, February 25, 2025: ARC Meeting at 3:30 PM at BCA Office.Thursday, February 27, 2025: Hearing Panel at 6:00 PM via Zoom.Monday, March 3, 2025: "Meet the Candidate" videos for the Board of Directors election are posted/emailed.Thursday, March 6, 2025: In-person Board Candidate Panel with Q&A at 6:00 PM at North Beach.Monday, March 10, 2025:Vote HOA Now voting instruction email.Meeting Notice to the printer, mail by Friday, March 14.Friday, March 14, 2025: Meeting notice mailed.Monday, March 24, 2025: BOD Meeting, 6:00 PM via Zoom.Friday, April 18, 2025: Proxies for the Annual Meeting are due by COB (Close of Business) 5:00 PM at the BCA office.Monday, April 21, 2025: BOD Meeting at 6:00 PM at North Beach with a virtual option.Wednesday, April 23, 2025: Annual Meeting at 6:00 PM at North Beach with a virtual option.June 25, 2025: Town Hall meeting at 6:00 PM at the North Beach Clubhouse.October 29, 2025: Town Hall meeting at 6:00 PM at the North Beach Clubhouse.Cast of Characters (Principal People Mentioned)Juli Reddington: General Manager of the Brandermill Community Association (BCA). She is the recipient of Board of Directors election applications.John Montervino: Maintenance Director for the Brandermill Community Association (BCA). Residents can contact him with questions or concerns regarding trees obstructing BCA pathways.Gregory: Recipient of the email containing the BCA Community Updates ([email protected]).NotebookLM can be inaccurate; please double check its responses.Hi. I'm Greg Smith. I have been working on this concept since COVID. The AI is good enough now to create a podcast-like banter between two commentators.I love all the communications we get out of the BCA through FirstService Residential. But it's a lot to sift through. I hope you enjoy these summaries.Please let me know what you think in the comments.Also follow us on these platforms:Amazon Music Podcast: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3a52a825-e564-4ec1-ac3f-8dccac9467ac/brandermill-local-radioApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brandermill-local-radio/id1785311450Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bKTNrKJM8cFEn8ffnfjccRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/fedf7bdc/podcast/rssPodcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/

TIMELINE OF EVENTS (February 2025)Prior to February 13, 2025:2024 Election: An "honest mistake" occurred in the election.An open Director seat exists.Initial drafting and discussion of several items, including By-Laws amendments, Rental Restrictions, and revisions to Article V and Article VII.Issues identified with the Harbour Pointe pool deck, including trip hazards and potential erosion.February 13, 2025: Board of Directors MeetingAgenda approved, including addition of discussion of Article VII.By-Laws Amendment: Motion to accept amendment related to spouses of members.Board of Directors Resolution: Discussion of how to rectify the error in the 2024 election. Motion made to recognize the third-place candidate as a Director.Fourth Amendment to By-Laws: Discussion about extending board eligibility to commercial business partners.Harbour Pointe Pool Deck Memo: Discussion deferred pending further information.Rental Restriction Memo: Discussion about leasing and occupancy restrictions, and associated enforcement challenges. Desire to simplify wording and avoid tenant eviction authority.Article V Discussion: Decision to retain "Member" language to cover commercial properties. Agreement to remove a subsection from Section 7 (Compliance Assessments). Decision to postpone putting Article V Section 3(g) on the April ballot.Article VII: Review of minor changes.Adjournment at 8:05 PM.Between February 13, 2025 and February 20, 2025:Staff researching administrative correction of the 2024 election error.Staff researching ability to extend board eligibility to commercial business partners.Staff researching erosion issues related to the Harbour Pointe pool deck.Staff following up on suggestions to simplify rental restriction wording.Planning for town hall meetings regarding Article V and Article VII.February 24, 2025:Next Board of Directors meeting scheduled for 6 PM via ZOOM.CAST OF CHARACTERSKaryn Carpenter: Secretary of the Brandermill Community Association Board of Directors. Voted "AYE" on the By-Laws Amendment motion and the Board of Directors Resolution motion.Nathan Templeman: Director of the Brandermill Community Association Board of Directors. Seconded motions to approve the agenda and accept the By-Laws Amendment. Shared CAM's feedback about the Harbour Pointe pool deck. Voted "NAY" on the Board of Directors Resolution motion.Anthony Giordano: Director of the Brandermill Community Association Board of Directors. Motioned to amend the agenda. Voted "NAY" on the Board of Directors Resolution motion.Gregory Pearson: Vice President of the Brandermill Community Association Board of Directors. Motioned to accept the By-Laws amendment. Made the motion to recognize the third person in the balloting of the 2024 election as a Board director. Voted "AYE" on both motions.Roger Cassem: Director of the Brandermill Community Association Board of Directors. Voted "AYE" on the By-Laws Amendment motion and the Board of Directors Resolution motion.Kevin Cheney: Director of the Brandermill Community Association Board of Directors. Abstained from the By-Laws Amendment motion. Seconded the Board of Directors Resolution motion. Voted "AYE" on the Board of Directors Resolution motion.Juli Reddington: Staff member of the Brandermill Community Association. Contact person for questions and ideas. Email address provided is [email protected] (implied): Apparently an external consultant or entity whose feedback is being considered regarding the Harbour Pointe pool deck.I hope this is helpful.

📅 Chesterfield County Events - February 2025🗓️ February 10, 2025 (Monday)30-day warning period begins forspeed enforcement cameras in theCosby High School zone.🗓️ February 11, 2025 (Tuesday)Publication date of the"Happening in Chesterfield" e-newsletter.🗓️ February 14, 2025 (Friday)Valentine's Day andGalentine's Day.Reduced pet adoption fees atChesterfield County Animal Services end.🗓️ February 15, 2025 (Saturday)"Songs for Lovers: Barron Ryan" piano concert at thePerkinson Center.🗓️ February 17, 2025 (Monday)Presidents Day holiday.🗓️ February 18, 2025 (Tuesday)Deadline to nominate teachers forR.E.B. Awards for Teaching Excellence.AARP TaxAide services available at theNorth Courthouse Road Library.🗓️ February 20, 2025 (Thursday)Free Childcare Provider Workshop atMidlothian Library.🗓️ February 21, 2025 (Friday)"Chesterfield County Public Schools in the Era of Segregation" lecture atStonebridge Recreation Center.🗓️ February 22, 2025 (Saturday)Empowerment Through Enterprise event atMeadowdale Library.🗓️ February 23, 2025 (Sunday)Deadline to apply for theChesterfield County 2025 Summer Internship Program.🗓️ February 2025 (Throughout the Month)Black History Month celebrations and programs held throughout Chesterfield and atVirginia State University.Construction of the Lakeview-Branders Bridge roundabout expected to begin.🗓️ March 10, 2025 (Monday)Deadline to submit nominations for theCommunity Champions Awards.🗓️ April 15, 2025Deadline for free income tax services at theNorth Courthouse Road Library.🗓️ January 2026 (Anticipated)Completion of the Lakeview-Branders Bridge roundabout construction.✨ Cast of CharactersBarron Ryan: Pianist performing at the"Songs for Lovers" concert.Charlotte Banks Wood: RetiredChesterfield County Public Schools teacher, presenting the lecture"Chesterfield County Public Schools in the Era of Segregation".Charis Jones: Local entrepreneur and owner ofSassy Jones. Speaker at theEmpowerment Through Enterprise event.Dale Schiltz:Pinball enthusiast and player.Stoller Schiltz:Dale's 13-year-old son, competitive pinball player.Mary Martin Selby: Chesterfield County'sdirector of human resources. Featured on theChesterfield Behind the Mic podcast.Tina Shreve:Chesterfield Economic Development; contact for theFree Childcare Provider Workshop.Second Chance Romance: A3-year-old dog available for adoption atChesterfield County Animal Services.J.R. Caskey, Inc.: Construction company awarded the contract for theLakeview-Branders Bridge roundabout project.

📅 Brandermill Community Events - February & March 2025🗓️ February 10, 2025Valentine's Dance Lesson with Deborah Kern (Cowboy Electric Slide, Cowboy Cha Cha, Cotton Eye Joe, Tush Push).🗓️ February 11, 2025 (Today)Architectural Review Committee (ARC) Meeting at 3:00 PM.🗓️ February 14, 2025 (Friday)Valentine's Day Kids Craft Shop at North Beach Clubhouse (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM).🗓️ February 17, 2025 (Monday - President's Day)Zumba Class at North Beach (5:45 PM - 6:45 PM).🗓️ February 24, 2025Book Club Meeting at North Beach Clubhouse (7:00 PM - 8:30 PM).Discussing "The Heiress" by Rachel Hawkins.🗓️ March 4, 2025Spring Wreath Craft Class with Connor Parrish of Blossoming Roots Flower Farm at North Beach Clubhouse (1:00 PM - 3:00 PM).🗓️ March 7, 2025Movie in Sunday Park - "Wonka" (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM).🗓️ March 18, 2025Bingo Night with Al Morgan Real Estate at Harbour Pointe Clubhouse (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM).🗓️ March 25, 2025New Resident Welcome Party at North Beach Clubhouse (6:30 PM - 8:00 PM).✨ Cast of CharactersDeborah Kern: Dance instructor. Led the Valentine's Dance Lesson, teaching various line dances.Quea: Zumba Instructor, co-leading the Zumba class on President's Day.Maddy Cox: Contact for Love Poem Challenge submissions. Email: [email protected]. Likely works for the Brandermill Community Association.G.K.: Author of the love poem, "Lakeside Woods".C.M.: Author of the love poem, "My Roots".R.E.: Author of the love poem, "Chewy's Walk".Rachel Hawkins: Author of "The Heiress", discussed at the Book Club meeting on February 24.Connor Parrish: Expert guide from Blossoming Roots Flower Farm, leading the Spring Wreath Craft Class.Al Morgan: Real estate professional sponsoring the Bingo night event.Chewy: The dog featured in R.E.'s poem, "Chewy's Walk".

📅 Brandermill Community Events - January to April 2025🗓️ Prior to January 27, 2025Case #0620-1 exists, potentially involving attorney's fees and costs.Cases #ST-0127-01 and ST-0127-02 likely involve unpaid assessments, late fees, and legal costs.Cases #NSMA-0127 and NSM-1271 relate to self-maintained property appeals for 2025.Cases P-0127-01 & P-0127-02 likely involve payment plan requests.Covenant Re-Write Project is underway, including potential changes to Articles V and VII.🗓️ December 16, 2024Board of Directors Meeting held. Meeting minutes reviewed and amended at the January 27th meeting.🗓️ January 27, 2025Board of Directors Meeting held:Agenda amended to move 2024 Auditor Selection.December 16, 2024 meeting minutes reviewed and approved with amendments related to the Sunday Park Erosion Plan.An email vote is ratified, following legal counsel's recommendation to make a settlement offer in case 0620-1.2025 BOD Election Calendar is accepted with amendments.2025 Annual Meeting Notice and BCA Highlights approved with minor changes.Director Nomination Form is approved with edits.Candidate letter is approved with minor changes.Renewal with VoteHOA Now is approved for 2025.Discussion on rental restrictions is tabled.BCA Annual Planning Calendar discussed, VP Pearson wants Town Halls added.2023 Audit discussion.Erosion Update discussion regarding VCAP, food truck pads, and location.Board Code of Conduct is accepted with requested modifications.Motion to proceed with including Article VII on the ballot at the upcoming election.Committee reports are accepted.Board enters Executive Session, reconvenes in Open Session.UHY is approved for 2024 tax filing and audit procedures.The 2023 Audit is accepted.Settlement offer for ST-0127-01 and ST-0127-02 is denied.The 2025 self-maintained appeal on case #NSMA-0127 is denied.The 2025 self-maintained appeal for case #NSM-1271 is denied.Payment plans for cases P-0127-01 & P-0127-02 are accepted.🗓️ January 29, 2025Candidate Nomination Packets are available at the BCA office.🗓️ January 31, 2025Amenity renewals due with a late fee applied after this date. Enforcement begins.🗓️ February 10, 2025Email Summary of the January 27th Board of Directors meeting.🗓️ February 11, 2025Architectural Review Committee (ARC) Meeting at 3:30 PM at BCA office.🗓️ February 12, 2025Finance Committee Meeting at 7:00 PM via Zoom.🗓️ February 13, 2025Special Board of Directors Meeting at 6:00 PM via Zoom.🗓️ February 20, 2025Lifestyle Committee Meeting at 3:30 PM via Zoom.🗓️ February 24, 2025Candidate Nomination Packets & photos due by 12:00 PM at the BCA office.BOD Meeting at 6:00 PM via Zoom – Proxy approved.🗓️ February 25, 2025ARC Meeting at 3:30 PM at BCA office.🗓️ February 27, 2025Hearing Panel Meeting at 6:00 PM via Zoom.🗓️ March 3, 2025Meet the Candidate Videos posted/emailed.🗓️ March 6, 2025In-person Board Candidate Panel with Q&A at 6:00 PM at North Beach.🗓️ March 10, 2025Vote HOA Now voting instruction email sent.Meeting Notice sent to the printer (to be mailed by March 14).🗓️ March 24, 2025BOD Meeting at 6:00 PM via Zoom.🗓️ April 18, 2025Proxies due by 5:00 PM at the BCA office.🗓️ April 21, 2025BOD Meeting at 6:00 PM at North Beach (with virtual option).🗓️ April 23, 2025Annual Meeting at 6:00 PM at North Beach (with virtual option).🗓️ April 2025Grass-cutting season starts.🗓️ June 25, 2025Town Hall meeting at 6:00 PM at North Beach Clubhouse, regarding the Covenant Re-Write project.🗓️ October 29, 2025Town Hall meeting at 6:00 PM at North Beach Clubhouse.✨ Cast of CharactersRoger Cassem: President of the BCA, motions for several actions including settlement offers and nominations.Gregory Pearson: Vice President of the BCA, motions for amendments and the addition of Town Halls.Kevin Cheney: Treasurer of the BCA, motions for approval of agendas, audits, and committee reports.Karyn Carpenter: Secretary of the BCA, motions for amendments, approvals, and motions to deny appeals.Greg Allen: Director, motions for approval of codes and settlement offers.Nathan Templeman: Director, motions for the election calendar, payment plans, and food truck locations.Anthony Giordano: Director, motions for settlement offer denials and abstains from votes.Juli Reddington: General Manager of the BCA, contact for submitting BOD applications and photos.John Montervino: Maintenance Director, contact for landscaping questions.UHY: Accounting Firm for 2024 tax filing and audit procedures.Nature's Way Landscaping: Landscaping company partnered with BCA.VoteHOA Now: Service for managing HOA voting and elections.

📅 Brandermill Community Events - February & March 2025 🗓️ February 4, 2025 Mollee Sullivan is announced as the winner of the Winter in Brandermill Photo Contest. The Winter Wreath Craft Class is rescheduled to February 19th. Love Poem Challenge is announced with three initial submissions: "Lakeside Woods" by G.K. "My Roots" by C.M. "Chewy's Walk" by R.E. Announcement of the "Mugs & Mornings" event scheduled for February 6th with Bo Baker as the guest speaker. Announcement of the Valentine's Dance Lesson on February 10th, taught by Deborah Kern. Announcement of the Valentine's Day Kids Craft Shop on February 14th. Announcement of the Book Club meeting on February 17th, discussing "The Heiress" by Rachel Hawkins. Save-the-date announcements for several events in March: Spring Wreath Craft Class: March 4th Movie in Sunday Park ("Wonka"): March 7th Bingo with Al Morgan Real Estate: March 18th New Resident Welcome Party: March 25th 🗓️ February 6, 2025 Mugs & Mornings event at the North Beach Clubhouse with Bo Baker from Auburn Hills as the speaker. 🗓️ February 10, 2025 Valentine's Dance Lesson with Deborah Kern at the North Beach Clubhouse. 🗓️ February 14, 2025 Valentine's Day Kids Craft Shop at the North Beach Clubhouse. 🗓️ February 17, 2025 Book Club Meeting discussing "The Heiress" by Rachel Hawkins at the North Beach Clubhouse. 🗓️ February 19, 2025 Rescheduled Winter Wreath Craft Class at the North Beach Clubhouse. 🗓️ March 4, 2025 Spring Wreath Craft Class at the North Beach Clubhouse. 🗓️ March 7, 2025 Movie in Sunday Park showing "Wonka". 🗓️ March 18, 2025 Bingo with Al Morgan Real Estate at the Harbour Pointe Clubhouse. 🗓️ March 25, 2025 New Resident Welcome Party at the North Beach Clubhouse. ✨ Cast of Characters Mollee Sullivan: Winner of the Winter in Brandermill Photo Contest. Maddy Cox: Contact person for the Love Poem Challenge. Email: [email protected]. G.K.: Author of "Lakeside Woods", a love poem about Brandermill. C.M.: Author of "My Roots", reflecting on childhood memories in Brandermill. R.E.: Author of "Chewy's Walk", reflecting on a dog’s joyful walks in Brandermill. Bo Baker: Speaker at "Mugs & Mornings" on February 6th, discussing senior living. Deborah Kern: Dance instructor for Valentine's Dance Lesson on February 10th. Rachel Hawkins: Author of "The Heiress", discussed at the Book Club meeting on February 17th. Al Morgan: Realtor sponsoring Bingo with Al Morgan Real Estate on March 18th. Hi. I'm Greg Smith. I have been working on this concept since COVID. The AI is good enough now to create a podcast-like banter between two commentators. I love all the communications we get out of the BCA through FirstService Residential. But it's a lot to sift through. I hope you enjoy these summaries. Please let me know what you think in the comments. Also follow us on these platforms: Amazon Music Podcast: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3a52a825-e564-4ec1-ac3f-8dccac9467ac/brandermill-local-radio Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brandermill-local-radio/id1785311450 Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bKTNrKJM8cFEn8ffnfjcc RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/fedf7bdc/podcast/rss Podcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/

📅 Chesterfield Community Events - January to March 2025 🗓️ January 28, 2025 Maria Meyers is surprised at A.M. Davis Elementary School with the announcement that she is the 2025 Chesterfield County Public Schools Teacher of the Year. 🗓️ Through February 7, 2025 Active Transportation Plan Survey: Available for residents to provide input online. 🗓️ February 7, 2025, 6 PM "Martha and George: A Love Story" Lecture at Beulah Recreation Center. 🗓️ February 8, 2025, 11 AM - 5 PM Second Annual Snowball Festival at River City Sportsplex. 🗓️ February 8, 2025, 2-3:15 PM "Music of the Civil Rights Movement" Performance at North Courthouse Road Library. 🗓️ Through February 20, 2025 Free Tax Services offered at North Courthouse Road Library on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. 🗓️ February 20, 2025, 11:45 AM - 2 PM Free Childcare Provider Workshop at Midlothian Library. 🗓️ Through February 23, 2025 Deadline for Summer Internship Program applications. 🗓️ February 22, 2025, 10 AM - 12:30 PM "Empowerment Through Enterprise" Event at Meadowdale Library. 🗓️ Through February 28, 2025 Registration Open for the Spring 2025 Government Citizens Academy (GCA). 🗓️ Through March 10, 2025 Nominations Open for the Community Champions Awards. 🗓️ March 20, 2025 - May 22, 2025 Spring Session of the Government Citizens Academy (GCA). 🗓️ Through April 15, 2025 Free Tax Services offered at North Courthouse Road Library on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. 🗓️ Ongoing throughout February 2025 Chesterfield celebrates Black History Month with various programs. ✨ Cast of Characters Maria Meyers: Reading specialist at A.M. Davis Elementary School, 2025 Teacher of the Year, and Elementary School Teacher of the Year. Carly Felts: 2025 Middle School Teacher of the Year, English as a Second Language teacher at Providence Middle School. Victoria Fitzgerald: 2025 High School Teacher of the Year, Visual Arts teacher at Meadowbrook High School. Debbie Phillips: Author and historic interpreter, portraying Martha Washington for the "Martha and George: A Love Story" lecture. Calvin Earl: Musician and storyteller, performing at the "Music of the Civil Rights Movement" event. Tina Shreve: Contact for registration for the Childcare Provider Workshop at Midlothian Library. Charis Jones: Local entrepreneur and owner of Sassy Jones, featured speaker at the "Empowerment Through Enterprise" event. Susan Wilson: Clerk to the Board of Supervisors, featured on the "Chesterfield Behind the Mic" podcast. 🌍 Other Notable Entities/Groups Chesterfield County Department of Transportation: Developing the Active Transportation Plan. Chesterfield's Government Citizens Academy (GCA): Program offering residents insights into local government. Chesterfield Community Recycling Center at Rockwood Park: Undergoing expansion, leading to a temporary relocation of the recycling bins. Chesterfield Economic Development: Hosts the Childcare Provider Workshop. Virginia Small Business Financing Authority (VSBFA): Offers childcare financing. Childcare Aware of Virginia: Offers resources for childcare providers. Chesterfield Economic Development Authority (EDA): Attracting large-scale commercial investments, exemplified by the LEGO facility. AARP and IRS TaxAide Program: Provides free tax services at North Courthouse Road Library. Chesterfield County Animal Services: Contact regarding adopting Connect the Dot. Hi. I'm Greg Smith. I have been working on this concept since COVID. The AI is good enough now to create a podcast-like banter between two commentators. I love all the communications we get out of the BCA through FirstService Residential. But it's a lot to sift through. I hope you enjoy these summaries. Please let me know what you think in the comments. Also follow us on these platforms: Amazon Music Podcast: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3a52a825-e564-4ec1-ac3f-8dccac9467ac/brandermill-local-radio Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brandermill-local-radio/id1785311450 Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bKTNrKJM8cFEn8ffnfjcc RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/fedf7bdc/podcast/rss Podcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/

🎉 Chesterfield Community Events - January to April 2025 🗓️ January 22, 2025 Chesterfield Board of Supervisors authorized staff to advertise the maximum real estate tax rate for 2025 at 90 cents per $100 of assessed value, setting the stage for the upcoming budget approval in April. 🗓️ January 28, 2025 "Happening in Chesterfield" Newsletter: Published, announcing various events, programs, and updates. 🗓️ February 1, 2025 Black History Month Celebration Kickoff at Virginia State University. 🗓️ February 4, 2025 Community Conversation with Clover Hill District Supervisor Jessica Schneider. Rosa Parks Day Storyteller: Teresa G. portrays Rosa Parks at Chesterfield Baptist Church. 🗓️ February 7, 2025 Deadline for providing feedback in the Active Transportation Plan Survey. 🗓️ February 8, 2025 Snowball Festival at River City Sportsplex. 🗓️ February 15, 2025 "The Diary of Anne Frank" concludes its run at Swift Creek Mill Theatre. 🗓️ February 18, 2025 Deadline for nominating CCPS teachers for R.E.B. Awards. 🗓️ February 20, 2025 Free Childcare Provider Workshop at Midlothian Library. 🗓️ February 23, 2025 Deadline for college students to apply for the 2025 Summer Internship Program. 🗓️ February 28, 2025 Registration Closes for the spring session of the Government Citizens Academy. 🗓️ March 10, 2025 Deadline for Community Champions Awards nominations. 🗓️ March 20, 2025 Government Citizens Academy spring session begins. 🗓️ April 2025 Chesterfield Board of Supervisors will approve the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and finalize the real estate tax rate within the advertised maximum of 90 cents. 🗓️ May 22, 2025 Government Citizens Academy spring session concludes. 🗓️ Future (2026) Chad Maclin will be considered for the Regional ACTE Administrator of the Year Award. ✨ Cast of Characters Melvin Bloomfield: Director of the Department of Real Estate Assessments. Jessica Schneider: Clover Hill District Supervisor, hosting a community conversation on Feb. 4th. Teresa G.: Storyteller portraying Rosa Parks at Chesterfield Baptist Church on Feb. 4th. DJ Reggie Mac: Musician, providing music at the Black History Month Celebration Kickoff on Feb 1st. Wendy Kesselman: Playwright for "The Diary of Anne Frank" at Swift Creek Mill Theatre. Susan Wilson: Clerk to the Board of Supervisors, featured guest on Chesterfield Behind the Mic podcast. Chad Maclin: Director of Career and Technical Education for Chesterfield County Public Schools. Beggin Strips: A one-year-old, 51-pound, red merle mixed-breed dog available for adoption at Chesterfield County Animal Services. 📌 Additional Notes The "Experience Chesterfield" campaign is behind the "History Happened Here" initiative, although specific individuals are not named. Community Champions Awards are mentioned, but no specific winners are listed.

🎉 Brandermill Community Events - January & February 2025 🗓️ January 22, 2025 Movie Trivia Night: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at the North Beach Clubhouse. Sponsored by Al Morgan Real Estate. 🗓️ January 28, 2025 Winter Wreath Making Craft Class: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM at the North Beach Clubhouse. Led by Conner Parrish from Blossoming Roots Flower Farm. 🗓️ January 29, 2025 Deadline: Submissions for the Winter in Brandermill photo contest. 🗓️ February 1, 2025 Start Date: Submissions for the Love Poem Challenge. 🗓️ February 6, 2025 "Mugs & Mornings" Event: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM at the Harbour Pointe Clubhouse. Featuring breakfast by Auburn Hills and an informal talk about Senior Living with Bo Baker. 🗓️ February 10, 2025 Valentine's Dance Lesson: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at the North Beach Clubhouse. Led by Deborah Kern. 🗓️ February 14, 2025 Valentine's Day Kids Craft Workshop: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at the North Beach Clubhouse. 🗓️ February 17, 2025 Book Club Meeting: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM at the North Beach Clubhouse. Discussing "The Heiress" by Rachel Hawkins. 🗓️ End of February 2025 Winner of the Love Poem Challenge will be chosen. ✨ Cast of Characters 📌 Al Morgan: Real estate professional and sponsor of the Movie Trivia Night event. 📌 Conner Parrish: From Blossoming Roots Flower Farm, leading the Winter Wreath Making Craft Class. 📌 Maddy Cox: Contact for Winter in Brandermill photo contest and Love Poem Challenge submissions. 📌 Email: [email protected]. 📌 Bo Baker: Expert in Senior Living, speaking at the "Mugs & Mornings" event. 📌 Deborah Kern: Dance instructor leading the Valentine's Dance Lesson. 📌 Rachel Hawkins: Author of "The Heiress", discussed at the Book Club meeting. ✨ Additional Notes 📌 The Brandermill Community Association is responsible for organizing these events. 📌 Auburn Hills will provide breakfast at the "Mugs & Mornings" event. Hi. I'm Greg Smith. I have been working on this concept since COVID. The AI is good enough now to create a podcast-like banter between two commentators. I love all the communications we get out of the BCA through FirstService Residential. But it's a lot to sift through. I hope you enjoy these summaries. Please let me know what you think in the comments. Also follow us on these platforms: Amazon Music Podcast: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3a5... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bKTNrK... RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/fedf7bdc/podcast/rss Podcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/

🎉 Brandermill Community Events - January & February 2025 🗓️ January 22, 2025 - Movie Trivia Night: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at the North Beach Clubhouse. Sponsored by Al Morgan Real Estate. 🗓️ January 28, 2025 - Winter Wreath Making Craft Class: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM at the North Beach Clubhouse. Led by Conner Parrish from Blossoming Roots Flower Farm. 🗓️ January 29, 2025 - Deadline: Submissions for the Winter in Brandermill photo contest. 🗓️ February 1, 2025 - Start Date: Submissions for the Love Poem Challenge. 🗓️ February 6, 2025 - "Mugs & Mornings" Event: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM at the Harbour Pointe Clubhouse. Featuring breakfast by Auburn Hills and an informal talk about Senior Living with Bo Baker. 🗓️ February 10, 2025 - Valentine's Dance Lesson: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at the North Beach Clubhouse. Led by Deborah Kern. 🗓️ February 14, 2025 - Valentine's Day Kids Craft Workshop: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at the North Beach Clubhouse. 🗓️ February 17, 2025 - Book Club Meeting: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM at the North Beach Clubhouse. Discussing "The Heiress" by Rachel Hawkins. 🗓️ End of February 2025 - Winner of the Love Poem Challenge will be chosen. ✨ Cast of Characters - Al Morgan: Real estate professional and sponsor of the Movie Trivia Night event. - Conner Parrish: From Blossoming Roots Flower Farm, leading the Winter Wreath Making Craft Class. - Maddy Cox: Contact for Winter in Brandermill photo contest and Love Poem Challenge submissions. Email: [email protected]. - Bo Baker: Expert in Senior Living, speaking at the "Mugs & Mornings" event. - Deborah Kern: Dance instructor leading the Valentine's Dance Lesson. - Rachel Hawkins: Author of "The Heiress", discussed at the Book Club meeting. 📌 Additional Notes - The Brandermill Community Association is responsible for organizing these events. - Auburn Hills will provide breakfast at the "Mugs & Mornings" event. Hi. I'm Greg Smith. I have been working on this concept since COVID. The AI is good enough now to create a podcast-like banter between two commentators. I love all the communications we get out of the BCA through FirstService Residential. But it's a lot to sift through. I hope you enjoy these summaries. Please let me know what you think in the comments. Also follow us on these platforms: Amazon Music Podcast: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3a52a825-e564-4ec1-ac3f-8dccac9467ac/brandermill-local-radio Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brandermill-local-radio/id1785311450 Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bKTNrKJM8cFEn8ffnfjcc RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/fedf7bdc/podcast/rss Podcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/

Timeline of Events - Brandermill Community (January 2025) 🗓️ January 20, 2025 (Monday) - BCA Office Closed: In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. 🗓️ January 21, 2025 (Tuesday) - BCA Office Reopens. 🗓️ January 23, 2025 (Thursday) - Hearing Panel Meeting: 6:00 PM via Zoom. 🗓️ January 25, 2025 (Saturday) - Deadline: Removal of all holiday decorations from personal properties. 🗓️ January 27, 2025 (Monday) - Board of Directors Meeting: 6:00 PM at North Beach Clubhouse (also available virtually via Zoom). - Agenda: Approval of the 2025 Board of Directors Election Calendar. 🗓️ January 28, 2025 (Tuesday) - ARC (Architectural Review Committee) Meeting: 3:30 PM at BCA Office. 🗓️ January 30, 2025 (Thursday) - Roundtable Discussion: On Communications and Lifestyle, 10:00 AM at North Beach Clubhouse. 🗓️ January 31, 2025 (Friday) - Deadline: Amenity Renewal. 🗓️ February 1, 2025 (Saturday) - Compliance Begins: Inspecting for updated amenity stickers. 🔄 Ongoing - Q1 2025 Assessments: Considered late as of January 20, 2025. - Waterline Replacement: Ongoing in the Northwich Subdivision. Cast of Characters - James Grooms: Contact for Amenity Renewal invoices. - Email: [email protected] - Bio: Manages amenity accounts and sends out renewal invoices for the BCA. - Ryan Molnar: Contact for those not renewing amenity access. - Email: [email protected] - Bio: Manages accounts for those ending their amenity access. - John Montervino: BCA Maintenance Director. - Email: [email protected] - Bio: Oversees the BCA maintenance team and handles issues on BCA-owned properties. - Sarah Deitz, P.E.: Contact for Chesterfield County Department of Utilities (Waterline Replacement). - Phone: 804-748-1870 - Bio: Professional Engineer with the Chesterfield County Department of Utilities. - BCA Board of Directors: Governing body of the community. - Bio: Responsible for overseeing the management of the community. - BCA Maintenance Team: Handles snow and ice removal on BCA properties. - Bio: Maintains BCA-owned amenities. - VDOT (Virginia Department of Transportation): Manages snow and ice removal on main roads. - Bio: State agency handling transportation infrastructure in Virginia. - Timmons Group: Partner in the Northwich Subdivision waterline replacement project. - Bio: Engineering and technology company working with Chesterfield County. Key Organizations - BCA (Brandermill Community Association): Manages community amenities and guidelines. - FirstService Residential: Property management company assisting the BCA. - Chesterfield County Department of Utilities: Oversees the water supply infrastructure. Additional Notes - The document emphasizes the importance of staying up-to-date with deadlines and community news. - The community primarily relies on emails and online portals for communication and payments. Hi. I'm Greg Smith. I have been working on this concept since COVID. The AI is good enough now to create a podcast-like banter between two commentators. I love all the communications we get out of the BCA through FirstService Residential. But it's a lot to sift through. I hope you enjoy these summaries. Please let me know what you think in the comments. Also follow us on these platforms: Amazon Music Podcast: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3a52a825-e564-4ec1-ac3f-8dccac9467ac/brandermill-local-radio Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brandermill-local-radio/id1785311450 Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bKTNrKJM8cFEn8ffnfjcc RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/fedf7bdc/podcast/rss Podcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/

*Timeline & Events - Brandermill, VA (2025)* *🗓️ January 14, 2025* - BCA sends out a community and lifestyle update email.   - *BCA Office Closed*: Monday, January 20th for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.   - *Zumba Class*: Only 4 spots left for the 7-week class starting *February 3rd*.   - *Movie-Themed Trivia Night*: Registration now open for January 22nd.   - *Winter Wreath Making Class*: 2 spots left for January 28th.   - *Ongoing Photo Contest*: Winter in Brandermill contest, submissions due to [email protected].   - *Mugs and Mornings*: February 6th event.   - *Valentine's Dance Lesson*: February 10th.   - *Valentine's Day Kids Craft Shop*: February 14th.   - *Book Club Meeting*: February 17th.   - *Love Poem Challenge*: Starting February 1st.   *🗓️ January 15, 2025* - *Weather Update*: A chilly day, with a low of 19°F overnight.   - *Forecast*: Sun and clouds for tomorrow, with a high of 34°F. Expect mild temperatures for the rest of the week, with showers on Saturday and snow/rain on Sunday.  *🗓️ January 20, 2025* - *BCA Office Closed* for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. *🗓️ January 22, 2025* - *Movie-Themed Trivia Night*: *7:00 PM - 9:00 PM* at the North Beach Clubhouse. *🗓️ January 28, 2025* - *Winter Wreath Making Class*: *1:00 PM - 3:00 PM* at the North Beach Clubhouse. *🗓️ February 1, 2025* - *Love Poem Challenge Submissions Open.* *🗓️ February 3, 2025* - *Zumba Class Begins*: 7-week class at the North Beach Clubhouse. *🗓️ February 6, 2025* - *Mugs and Mornings*: *9:30 AM - 11:00 AM* at Harbour Pointe Clubhouse. *🗓️ February 10, 2025* - *Valentine's Dance Lesson*: *7:00 PM - 9:00 PM* at the North Beach Clubhouse. *🗓️ February 14, 2025* - *Valentine's Day Kids Craft Shop*: *10:00 AM - 12:00 PM* at the North Beach Clubhouse. *🗓️ February 17, 2025* - *Book Club Meeting*: *7:00 PM - 8:30 PM* at the North Beach Clubhouse. *🗓️ March 24, 2025* - *Zumba Class Concludes*: 7-week session ends. --- *Cast of Characters* - *Quea*: Zumba instructor leading the 7-week class.   - *Al Morgan*: Sponsor of the Movie-Themed Trivia night (Al Morgan Real Estate).   - *Conner Parrish*: Instructor for the Winter Wreath Making Class (Blossoming Roots Flower Farm).   - *Maddy Cox*: Contact for the Winter in Brandermill photo contest and Love Poem Challenge submissions ([email protected]).   - *Bo Baker*: Host of Senior Living chat at the Mugs & Mornings event (Auburn Hills).   - *Deborah Kern*: Line dance instructor for the Valentine's Dance Lesson.   - *Rachel Hawkins*: Author of *The Heiress*, discussed at the Book Club meeting.

Timeline of Events - January 2025 Stay informed with the latest updates for our community. Here's what's happening this month: 📆 Key Dates: - January 10th: Deadline for Q1 2025 assessment payments. - January 13th: Community update email sent. - January 15th (Wednesday): Architectural Review Committee (ARC) Meeting, 3:30 PM, BCA Office. - January 16th (Thursday): Lifestyle Advisory Committee Meeting, 3:30 PM via Zoom. - January 20th (Monday): BCA office closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. - January 23rd (Thursday): Hearing Panel Meeting, 6:00 PM via Zoom. - January 24th: 2025 BOD Election calendar shared. - January 25th (Saturday): Deadline to remove holiday decorations. - January 27th (Monday): Board of Directors (BOD) Meeting, 6:00 PM, North Beach Clubhouse (also available on Zoom). - January 28th (Tuesday): ARC Meeting, 3:30 PM, BCA Office. - January 30th (Thursday): Roundtable on Communications & Lifestyle, 10:00–11:00 AM, North Beach Clubhouse. - January 31st (Friday): Deadline for amenity renewal. - February 1st (Saturday): Compliance inspections begin for amenity stickers. 🛠 Ongoing Projects: - Northwich Subdivision Waterline Replacement (with Chesterfield County and Timmons Group). - Installation and repairs of dog stations by our maintenance team. Meet the Team: - Arborscapes: Chipped over 100 trees in the community. - James Grooms (FirstService Residential): For amenity renewal invoices – [email protected] - Ryan Molnar (FirstService Residential): For non-renewals – [email protected] - John Montervino (Maintenance Director): For dog station repairs – [email protected] - Sarah Deitz, P.E. (Chesterfield County Utilities): For waterline replacement info – 804-748-1870. 🌟 Community Managed By: - Brandermill Community Association (BCA) - FirstService Residential – Your partner for property management. Stay connected for more updates and community news! Hi. I'm Greg Smith. I have been working on this concept since COVID. The AI is good enough now to create a podcast-like banter between two commentators. I love all the communications we get out of the BCA through FirstService Residential. But it's a lot to sift through. I hope you enjoy these summaries. Please let me know what you think in the comments. Also follow us on these platforms: Amazon Music Podcast: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3a52a825-e564-4ec1-ac3f-8dccac9467ac/brandermill-local-radio Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brandermill-local-radio/id1785311450 Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bKTNrKJM8cFEn8ffnfjcc RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/fedf7bdc/podcast/rss Podcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/

Timeline of Events - January 2025 📅 Key Dates and Events: - Sunday, January 5: A winter storm impacts road conditions in Chesterfield County. - Monday, January 6 (Approx. 7:00 AM): Chesterfield Utilities alerted to a power outage at the City of Richmond's water plant and begins limiting water usage. - Monday, January 6 (Approx. 4:00 PM): Chesterfield Utilities isolates its water distribution system from the City of Richmond's supply. - Friday, January 3: The Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office holds a graduation ceremony for the 40th Basic Academy. - Wednesday, January 8: Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors holds its annual organizational meeting (6 PM). - Friday, January 10: Deadline to complete the online survey for the Courthouse Road extension project (5 PM). - Friday, January 31: Free Christmas tree recycling at the Convenience Centers ends. 🎭 Ongoing and Upcoming Highlights: - School zone speed enforcement cameras installation (30-day warning period per location). - Georgia Farmer performs at Swift Creek Mill Theater (Jan 10-11). - "The Legend of the Poinsettia" at Perkinson Center (Jan 10-12). - Police Citizens Academy begins its next session on March 6. 🐾 Special Mention: - Meet Cranberry, a red and white husky available for adoption at Chesterfield County Animal Shelter. 🛠 Key Entities: - Chesterfield County Utilities: Responded to the Richmond water plant outage. - Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors: Conducts organizational meetings and oversees governance. - Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office: Celebrates new graduates from the 40th Basic Academy. - Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia: Hosts the 2025 Winter Lecture Series. Stay tuned for more updates from Chesterfield County!

Hi. I'm Greg Smith.  I have been working on this concept since COVID.  The AI is good enough now to create a podcast-like banter between two commentators. I love all the communications we get out of the BCA through FirstService Residential.  But it's a lot to sift through.  I hope you enjoy these summaries. Please let me know what you think in the comments. Also follow us on these platforms: Amazon Music Podcast: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3a52a825-e564-4ec1-ac3f-8dccac9467ac/brandermill-local-radio Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brandermill-local-radio/id1785311450 Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bKTNrKJM8cFEn8ffnfjcc RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/fedf7bdc/podcast/rss Podcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/

Hi. I'm Greg Smith.  I have been working on this concept since COVID.  The AI is good enough now to create a podcast-like banter between two commentators. I love all the communications we get out of the BCA through FirstService Residential.  But it's a lot to sift through.  I hope you enjoy these summaries. Please let me know what you think in the comments. Also follow us on these platforms: Amazon Music Podcast: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3a52a825-e564-4ec1-ac3f-8dccac9467ac/brandermill-local-radio Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brandermill-local-radio/id1785311450 Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bKTNrKJM8cFEn8ffnfjcc RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/fedf7bdc/podcast/rss Podcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/

Hi. I'm Greg Smith.  I have been working on this concept since COVID.  The AI is good enough now to create a podcast-like banter between two commentators. I love all the communications we get out of the BCA through FirstService Residential.  But it's a lot to sift through.  I hope you enjoy these summaries. Please let me know what you think in the comments. Also follow us on these platforms: Amazon Music Podcast: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3a52a825-e564-4ec1-ac3f-8dccac9467ac/brandermill-local-radio Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brandermill-local-radio/id1785311450 Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bKTNrKJM8cFEn8ffnfjcc RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/fedf7bdc/podcast/rss Podcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/

Hi. I'm Greg Smith.  I have been working on this concept since COVID.  The AI is good enough now to create a podcast-like banter between two commentators. I love all the communications we get out of the BCA through FirstService Residential.  But it's a lot to sift through.  I hope you enjoy these summaries. Please let me know what you think in the comments. Also follow us on these platforms: Amazon Music Podcast: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3a52a825-e564-4ec1-ac3f-8dccac9467ac/brandermill-local-radio Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brandermill-local-radio/id1785311450 Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bKTNrKJM8cFEn8ffnfjcc RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/fedf7bdc/podcast/rss Podcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/

Hi. I'm Greg Smith.  I have been working on this concept since COVID.  The AI is good enough now to create a podcast-like banter between two commentators. I love all the communications we get out of the BCA through FirstService Residential.  But it's a lot to sift through.  I hope you enjoy these summaries. Please let me know what you think in the comments. Also follow us on these platforms: Amazon Music Podcast: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3a52a825-e564-4ec1-ac3f-8dccac9467ac/brandermill-local-radio Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brandermill-local-radio/id1785311450 Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bKTNrKJM8cFEn8ffnfjcc RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/fedf7bdc/podcast/rss Podcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/

This is a AI-generated video based on the Weekly Chesterfield Newsletter. Please let me know what you think in the comments. # Happening in Chesterfield: December 10, 2024 Newsletter Briefing ## Main Themes: ### Workforce Development - Emphasizes the connection between economic growth (attracting new businesses) and the role of Chesterfield County Public Schools (CCPS) in preparing a skilled workforce. - Highlighted by the joint meeting of the Board of Supervisors, School Board, and state lawmakers to discuss legislative priorities for the 2025 General Assembly session. ### Community Engagement - Promotes various community events, resources, and initiatives to engage residents and enhance quality of life: - Safety vest distribution. - Scholarship opportunities. - Infrastructure project surveys. - Holiday light displays. - Career and resource fair. ### Celebrating Achievements - Spotlights positive news and achievements within the community, including: - Virginia State University’s Trojan Explosion Marching Band's national recognition. - Gary Morrissett's 50 years of service with Chesterfield County, making him the longest-tenured current employee. --- ## Important Ideas and Facts: - **Legislative Priorities:** Workforce development emerges as a key focus for the 2025 General Assembly session. A joint meeting between local and state officials highlights collaborative efforts to address this need. - **Public Input:** Chesterfield County actively seeks resident feedback on projects like the Courthouse Road Extension, showcasing a commitment to transparency and community-driven decision-making. - **Support for Job Seekers:** The Social Services Career and Resource Fair aims to connect job seekers with employers and provide employment resources. - **Safety Initiatives:** County safety efforts include a free safety vest program and Chesterfield Alert, an emergency notification system. --- ## Key Quotes: - **Workforce Development:** _"The focus of this year’s presentation, however, was synergy between the county’s success in attracting job-creating commercial projects and the school system’s vital role in workforce development."_ - **Long-Term Service:** _“I told my boss at the time, I’ll work here a couple years and then I’ll find a real job,” Morrissett recalled with a laugh. “Here we are.”_ This quote captures Gary Morrisett's dedication to Chesterfield County over 50 years. - **Reading Rally:** _"Ecoff Elementary wildly welcomed Super Bowl champion and children’s book author Malcolm Mitchell during a reading rally on Nov. 20."_ Highlights the school system's efforts to create engaging learning experiences for students. --- ## Call to Action: - Encourages residents to: - Participate in surveys. - Attend events. - Apply for scholarships. - Utilize county resources. - Engage with elected officials. - Promotes a sense of community pride and encourages residents to actively contribute to Chesterfield County's growth and success.

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