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Table of contents Numbers to Know . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Welcome Message . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Historical Attractions. . . . . . . . . 3 Tourist Destinations . . . . . . . . . . 4 County Government Guide . . . . 6 Board of Supervisors . . . . . . . . . 6 Office of the County Attorney . 6 Constitutional Officers . . . . . . . 7 Libraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Boards, Commissions and Committees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 School Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Polling Locations . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Economic Development . . . . . .11 History of New Kent . . . . . . . . 12 St. Peter’s Parrish . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Colonial Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Public Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Parks and Recreation . . . . . . . . 14
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About the guide: The 2009 Discover New Kent County Guide Book is published by Richmond Suburban Newspapers. 6400 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville, VA 23111 (804) 746-1235 Fax (804) 730-0476 © 2009 by Richmond Suburban Newspapers. All advertising and editorial matter is fully protected and may not be reproduced in any manner without the permission of the publisher. Content and photos provided by Jim Ridolphi. On the cover: The 17,000 square-foot New Kent Winery designed by Williamsburg architect John Hopke, is the centerpiece of the New Kent Vineyards development. The winery is constructed using materials reclaimed from buildings that are over a century old.
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Welcome to Scenic New Kent County! By William H. Whitley, Interim County Administrator
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am honored to welcome you to scenic New Kent County, Virginia, home of two First Ladies. New Kent is strategically located in Central Virginia, along Interstate 64, between Richmond and Williamsburg. It is bounded on the north by the Pamunkey and York Rivers, and on the south by the Chickahominy River. New Kent County was formed in 1654 by the House of Burgesses when it was carved from what was then York County. New Kent’s original land area included what is now the Counties of King William, King and Queen, Spotsylvania, Louisa and parts of Caroline, Hanover and James City Counties. In fact, in the very early years of our country, New Kent County extended to the “edges of the frontier” and therefore, theoretically speaking, to the Pacific Ocean. New Kent is the birthplace of two First Ladies – Martha Washington and Letitia Christian Tyler. It was also the location of the longhouses of Chief Powhatan and his daughter, Pocahontas. Bacon’s Rebellion ended on New Kent soil in 1676. Civil War troops marched and camped in New Kent, and the Washington-Rochambeau route winds through the New Kent countryside. New Kent is also home to several major historical attractions and tourist destinations:
HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS St. Peter’s Parish Church St. Peter’s Parish was established in 1679. Construction on the present church building began in 1701 and was completed by 1703. A parish
with a rich and interesting history, St. Peter’s has been a church to countless people through the years, including some as well known as George and Martha Washington, who were married in this parish (and possibly in the church building itself) in 1759. Robert E. Lee and his family worshipped here and helped rebuild the church after the War Between the States. The parish has known peace and prosperity, war and poverty, happiness and tragedy. Far from being merely a shrine to George and Martha Washington, St. Peter’s is now an active and thriving parish with many activities for all ages.
Old New Kent Courthouse After a three-building courthouse complex was partially destroyed by fire during Civil War hostilities in 1862, one of the buildings was repaired and used as the courthouse until the building now known as the old courthouse was built in 1909. The old New Kent Courthouse building now serves as office space.
Historic Jail Located in the Courthouse village, the Historic Jail was built in 1910 and is open daily to the public.
Cedar Grove Cemetery Cedar Grove Cemetery is the grave site of Letitia Tyler Christian, wife of President John Tyler, the 10th President of the United States. Letitia Christian died on September 10, 1842, while her husband was serving as President, and was buried in the family cemetery on her family’s plantation. The cemetery is open to the public for visitation.
Numbers to Know Administration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 966-9683 Airport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .932-3984 Board of Supervisors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 966-9687 Boards, Committees & Commissions Building Development Office . . . . . 966-9680 Clerk of Circuit Court . . . . . . . . . . . . 966-9520 Commonwealth’s Attorney . . . . . . . 966-5548 Commissioner of Revenue . . . . . . . . .966-9610 Community Development . . . . . . . . 966-9690 County Attorney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 966-8558 Economic Development - . . . . . . . . . 966-9631 Environmental Division. . . . . . . . . . . 966-8580 Financial Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 966-9605 Fire – Rescue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .966-9618 GIS Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 966-8522
General Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 966-8502 Health Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 966-9640 Human Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .966-8512 Parks & Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 966-8502 Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 966-9690 Planning Commission . . . . . . . . . . . . 966-9690 Permit Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 966-9680 Public Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 966-9678 Registrar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 966-9699 Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 966-9650 Sheriff’s Department (non-emergency). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 966-9500 Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .966-1853 Treasurer’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .966-9615 Voter Registration & Elections . . . . . 966-9699
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In addition to New Kent Winery, New Kent is home to four premier golf courses, a world class Thoroughbred and Harness Racing track as well as many recreational opportunities and options for those interested in the horse industry. All in all, New Kent’s approximate 18,000 residents enjoy a high quality of life in a relaxed and peaceful atmosphere. These days New Kent is served by its own general aviation airport, and is in close proximity to major commercial airports in Richmond, Newport News and Norfolk. Also conveniently nearby are two major shipping ports -- the Richmond Deepwater Terminal and the Port of Hampton Roads. Over nineteen million travelers annually drive through New Kent along Interstate 64 (53,400 travelers daily), which runs through the entire length of the County and provides four interstate interchanges in New Kent. There is also easy access to both InterNew Kent Winery and Vineyards states 95 and 295. Amtrak stations are easily accessed in nearby The 17,000 square-foot New Kent Winery (shown Williamsburg and Richmond, and Norfolk Southern and CSX above)designed by Williamsburg architect John Hopke, is provide transport for goods and merchandise. the centerpiece of the New Kent Vineyards development. The The economy of New Kent is vital and growing. The prewinery is constructed using dominant economic sectors materials reclaimed from are services, government, buildings that are over a construction, trade, agri“New Kent is a great place to grow!” century old. Beautiful old culture and manufacturheart-pine trusses are from ing. The County of New a 1901 Southern Railroad Kent’s civilian labor force is William H. Whitley, Interim County Administrator Depot that was located in roughly 9,455 (2008) and its the Shockoe Bottom area of unemployment rate of 4.04% Richmond. The Heart Pine timbers and floors came from a Con- (2008) is consistently lower than the state and national avernecticut warehouse that was constructed in 1852. The stunning ages. exterior appearance was achieved using handmade, pre-Civil As Interim County Administrator, I would encourage you War bricks merged with siding and roof shingles which were to come and visit our rural community. County staff and I look milled from Cypress logs that had been submerged in North forward to welcoming and sharing with you what we already Florida Rivers for over one-hundred years. Reprocessed copknow – “New Kent is a great place to grow”! per bedecks the porch roofs. The result is an inviting and warm For additional information go to www.co.new-kent.va.us or structure that reflects the quality wines produced within. call (804) 966-9861.
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New Kent County Government Guide The County Administrator’s office is located in Room 201 of the administration building at 12007 Courthouse Circle, New Kent, VA 23124. Office hours are Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Fax number is (804) 966-9370.
District Two (2) Voting Precincts: Quinton & Kentwood D. M. “Marty” Sparks 2009 Vice Chairman 6831 North Hairpin Drive Quinton VA 23141 (804) 932-3910 martysparks@cox.net
Interim County Administrator: William H. Whitley — P O Box 50 New Kent VA 23124 whwhitley@co.newkent.state.va.us (804) 966-9695
District Three (3) Voting Precincts: Watkins & Cumberland James H. Burrell 14510 Ebb Circle Lanexa VA 23089 (804) 380-4264 jhburrell@co.newkent.state.va.us
Deputy Clerk of the Board: Connie C. Nalls — P. O. Box 50 New Kent, VA 23124 ccnalls@co.newkent.state.va.us (804) 966-9687 Executive Assistant: Krista M. Jones — P. O. Box 50 New Kent, VA 23124 kmjones@co.newkent.state.va.us (804) 966-9683
Board of Supervisors A five-member Board of Supervisors, whose members serve concurrent four-year terms, governs new Kent County. Members are elected by district. The term of the current Board runs from Jan. 1, 2008 through Dec. 31, 2011. The Board normally holds its regular business meetings at 6 p.m. on the second Monday of each month, with public hearings starting no earlier than 7 p.m. Work sessions are held at 3 p.m. on the last Wednesday of the month. All meetings are held in the Boardroom of the County Administration Building located at 12007 Courthouse Circle, New Kent, Virginia, 23124 unless otherwise advertised. District One (1) Voting Precincts: Tunstall & Southern Branch Thomas W. Evelyn 9245 Old Church Road New Kent VA 23124 (804) 310-7333 twevelyn@co.newkent.state.va.us
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Office of the County Attorney The County Attorney is appointed by the Board of Supervisors to advise and represent them, the County Administrator, the various commissions and boards they appoint, and County employees as they go about the County’s business. The County Attorney also represents the Planning Commission, the Economic Development Authority, and the Department of Social Services. Currently, the Office consists of one lawyer and one legal assistant. We’re open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. You can reach us through the county switchboard at (804) 966-9861. Our fax number is (804) 966-9370. Our mailing address is: Office of the County Attorney Post Office Box 50 12007 Courthouse Circle New Kent, Virginia 23124
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Constitutional Officers The office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court dates from 1619. The clerk serves as the recorder of deeds and probate judge, issues marriage licenses and is the official court administrator for all civil and criminal court cases. The clerk creates and maintains all court files and records, prepares court orders and jury lists, contacts jurors and issues summonses and court processes. Clerk of Circuit Court Karen Butler P O Box 98 New Kent VA 23124 Phone: (804) 966-9520 Fax: (804) 966-9528 Commissioners of the Revenue are the chief tax-assessing officers in Virginia’s cities and counties. They handle the assessment of real estate taxes (in some cities and large suburban counties, assessors handle this function), personal property taxes, business license fees, consumer utility taxes, machinery and tools taxes, merchants capital taxes and special taxes on meals, lodging and cigarettes. Commissioners also help residents complete state tax returns. Commissioner of Revenue Laura M. Ecimovic P.O. Box 99
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New Kent, Virginia 23124 Phone: (804) 966-9612 Fax: (804) 966-5562 Hours: M-F 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Commonwealth’s Attorneys represent the people of Virginia in prosecuting criminal cases — similar to a district attorney in many other states. In large counties and cities, they serve as fulltime prosecutors and appoint one or more assistants to handle cases. In some smaller localities, they are part-time and may maintain a private practice. Commonwealth’s Attorney: Linwood Gregory P O Box 221 New Kent VA 23124 Phone: (804) 966-5548 Fax: (804) 966-5034. The responsibilities of a Sheriff vary from locality to locality. In some counties, including New Kent, sheriffs provide all law enforcement services, including investigating crimes and making arrests. In cities and large suburban counties, police departments handle these functions. All Virginia sheriffs provide security in local courthouses, serve legal papers throughout their jurisdictions, summon jurors and witnesses and carry out court judgments. They often maintain local jails and other local corrections programs and transport criminal defendants to and from corrections facilities. Sheriff F. W. Howard, Jr. P O Box 186 New Kent, VA 23124 Phone: (804) 966-9500 Fax: (804) 966-5050. Treasurers are the chief financial officers for their localities, collecting taxes and local fees and making payments on behalf of the local government. Treasurers are responsible for every form of revenue that comes in — real estate taxes, personal property taxes, license taxes, water and sewage charges, permit fees, state income tax and court, sheriff and clerk fees. They also manage investment of local funds and maintain records of local finances. Treasurer Herbert C. Jones, Jr. P. O. Box 109 New Kent, VA 23124 Phone: (804) 966-9615 Fax: (804) 966-8538.
Libraries Heritage Public Library serves the citizens of Charles City and New Kent. Library patrons from both counties are free to use
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whichever branch is more convenient or accessible to them. Your library card works at both branches. You can request items from either library branch to be brought to the library branch that you use and you can return your library items to either location.
Boards, Commissions and Committees Affordable Housing Advisory Committee: Created by the Board of Supervisors in January 2006 to assist in the development of an affordable housing policy for New Kent. This group is comprised of one appointee from each election district, one at-large member, representatives from the ministerial association, Quin Rivers Agency, New Kent Social Services, and County staff. Meets at 6 p.m. on the 4th Tuesday of each month in the Old Courthouse. Length of terms not yet defined. Agricultural and Forestal District Advisory Committee: Advises the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors and assists in creating, reviewing, modifying, continuing or terminating agricultural and forestal districts within the County, and renders expert advice as to the nature of farming and forestry, as well as agricultural and forestal resources within the district. Meets “as needed” in the Boardroom. Four-year terms. Comprised of one appointee from each election district and three at-large members (four members must be landowners engaged in agricultural or forestal production) as well as one member of the Board of Supervisors and the Chief Property Assessment Officer. Airport Advisory Commission: Assists the County in the planning, organization, direction and administration of the New Kent Airport. Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of January, March, May, July, September and November at 6 p.m. at the New Kent Airport. Is comprised of one appointee from each election district, and one member of the Board of Supervisors. Four-year terms. Board of Building Code Appeals/Board of Fire Prevention Code Appeals: Hears appeals from the local building department concerning application of the Building Code and/or from an own-
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er/occupant of a structure who disagrees with the interpretation of the Fire Prevention Code. Meets “as needed”. Four-year terms. Comprised of at-large members (and alternates) of different occupations or professional fields relating to the construction industry, preferably an expert builder, a licensed architect or professional engineer, an experienced property manager, and a fire prevention expert.
estate taxation, which include receiving and hearing complaints about the fair market value or uniformity of assessments from taxpayers or their agents; receiving and hearing complaints concerning objections to assessments from taxpayers or their agents, or the locality; correcting any known duplication or omissions in the assessment rolls; and holding advertised public meetings. Terms are for one year from the date the current assessment is effective.
Clean County Commission: The function of this group is to develop litter control programs for which State litter control grants can be expended; is dedicated to the cause of a cleaner, more attractive community; conducts publicity campaigns and education programs on litter control; promotes law enforcement as it relates to litter, programs for the removal of litter, placement of anti-litter signs, litter containers and programs including recycling; promotes the preservation of trees and the encouragement/support of beautification projects undertaken by various organizations. Meets on the 2nd Tuesday of January, February, March, April, May, September, October and November in the County Administration Building. Four-year terms. Composed of one appointee from each election district and two at-large members
Farms of New Kent Community Development Authority Board: Created in December 2005 for the purpose of exercising all powers of Va. Code Section 15.2-5113 et seq, including financing, funding, planning, establishing, acquiring, constructing or reconstructing, enlarging, extending, equipping, operating and maintaining infrastructure improvements within the designated CDA district. Meets “as needed” in the County Administration Building. Four-year terms. Composed of one appointee from each election district and alternates.
Economic Development Authority: The function of this body is to promote the orderly economic growth of New Kent without detriment to the County’s natural environment and in a manner consistent with the direction provided by the Board of Supervisors in the County’s Land Use Plan and Ordinance. Meets at 8:30 a.m. on the 3rd Thursday of each month in the Kent England Room at the Visitors & Commerce Center. Four-year terms. Composed of one appointee from each election district and two at-large members. Electoral Board: Members of this body are appointed by the Judge of the New Kent Circuit Court to three-year terms. Equalization Board: Members of this five-member board are nominated by the Board of Supervisors for Circuit Court appointment. This board has specific powers limited to the review of real
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Historic Commission: The purpose of this commission is to preserve and protect historic sites, structures and areas within the County. Activities include identifying significant sites and structures and documenting historic events; increasing the public’s awareness of the existence and value of sites, structures and events; preparing brochures, documents and exhibits for distribution and display; advising the Board of Supervisors on development which may affect historical sites and structures; acquiring and preserving artifacts, books, papers, documents and other material pertaining to New Kent’s history. Meets on the 4th Tuesday of January, March, May, July, September and November at 4 p.m. in the Courtroom of the Historic Courthouse. Four-year staggered terms. Comprised of one appointee from each election district (each with an alternate), two at-large members, and one ex officio member of the Board of Supervisors. Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission: The function of this commission is to serve as liaison between the citizens, Board of Supervisors and New Kent Parks & Recreation, and to make recommendations on matters relating to the recreational needs of
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Transportation Safety Commission: Serves in an advisory capacity to the Board of Supervisors and acts as a clearinghouse for information and requests to State and local agencies from County citizens on matters relating to highway and transportation safety. Meets quarterly on the 2nd Wednesday of January, April, July and October at 1 p.m. at Firestation No. 1. Four-year terms. Composed of two appointees from each election district as well as ex officio members that include a representative from the Board of Supervisors and the Sheriff’s Office, Area State Police Sergeant, Fire Chief, Rescue Squad Captain, School Board Director of Transportation, and representatives from VDOT and DMV. Wetlands Board (also serves as Chesapeake Bay Preservation Board) : Holds public hearings for the issuance of wetlands permits and granting such permits for the use of development of wetlands areas (bulkheads, rip rap revetments, RPA encroachments, boat ramps, etc.) so as to preserve and prevent the despoliation and destruction of wetlands within its jurisdiction while accommodating necessary economic development in a manner consistent with wetlands preservation. Meets “as needed” on the first Thursday of each month in the Boardroom of the County Administration Building. Five-year terms. Composed of one appointee from each election district as well as alternates. Zoning Appeals, Board of: Hears and decides appeals from any order, requirement, decision or determination made by an administrative officer in the administration or enforcement of this article or of any ordinance adopted pursuant thereto. Meets “as needed”. Five-year terms. Composed of one appointee from each election district and alternates, recommended by the Board of Supervisors and appointed by the Circuit Court Judge.
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of January, May, July, September and November at the Department of Social Services located at 12025 Courthouse Circle in New Kent. Four-year terms. Comprised of one appointee from each election district and one member of the Board of Supervisors.
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School Board Members CHAIR: Joseph S. Yates (District 2)
Van McPherson (District 1)
Gail Hardinge (District 4)
7200 Pinehurst Dr. Quinton, VA 23141 (804) 932-3519 JYates@timesdispatch.com
5701 Ridgewood Drive New Kent, VA 23124 (804) 932-8349 mymacs@att.net
651 Colony Trail Lanexa, VA 23089 (804) 966-2774 ghardinge@aol.com
VICE CHAIR:
Leigh Quick (District 3) 8235 Cumberland Rd New Kent, VA 23124 (804) 966-2715 lquick@nkcps.k12.va.us
Terri Lindsay (District 5) P.O. Box 738 West Point, VA 23124 (804) 843-3275 tdlndsy@aol.com
Polling Places DISTRICT PRECINCT
POLLING PLACE
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Hopewell Church Providence United Methodist Church St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish Kentwood Heights Baptist Church George W. Watkins Elementary School New Elam Baptist Church New Kent Airport Terminal Bldg Ebenezer Baptist Church Whitmore Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, Pontiac Co. Providence Forge Recreation Association Bldg
5061 Hopewell Rd, New Kent 4001 New Kent Hwy, Quinton 2631 Pocahontas Trl, Quinton 2607 New Kent Highway, Quinton 6501 New Kent Hwy, Quinton 8101 Cumberland Rd, New Kent 6901 Terminal Rd, Quinton 14410 Rockahock Rd, Lanexa 18833 Eltham Rd, West Point 9900 Carriage Rd, Providence Forge
Tunstall Southern Branch Quinton Kentwood Watkins Cumberland Airport Chickahominy River Eltham Providence Forge
All of New Kent County is located in the Third Congressional District, Third State Senate District, and Ninety-Seventh House of Delegates District.
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Located in the heart of Virginia and U.S. history, New Kent County is a modern and dynamic community recognized as one of the 100 fastest growing localities in the United States. The county is offers a beautiful setting for living and working in a relaxed atmosphere. New Kent County´s Eastern Central Virginia location is a great place to set up your next warehouse, industrial or commercial sites. Please check us out to learn of our information and services plus the many opportunities available for doing business in New Kent County, Virginia.
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New Kent is strategically located directly between two of the nation’s most dynamic MSAs; Richmond Petersburg and Williamsburg-Hampton Roads. Richmond is 15 miles west, Williamsburg is 15 miles east, Norfolk is 60 miles southeast, Washington, DC is 100 miles north and Atlanta, New York and Boston are within 500 miles. This dynamic location has positive impacts on consumer needs, labor availability, and multiple workforce skills.
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Central East Coast At the heart of the Central East Coast, New Kent is within 750 miles of more than 55 percent of the nation’s population and nearly 60 percent of its personal income and consumer expenditures. It’s bisected by I-64 with four high-traffic count exits, and its intersection with I-295 is just three miles to the west. No matter the size or type of business, you can rest assured that New Kent County has the advanced utility, communication and transportation network necessary to help drive your enterprise into
A Great Place To Live New Kent is home to four premier golf courses, a beautiful new winery and a world class Thoroughbred and Harness Racing track and it’s bordered on the south by the Chickahominy River and on the north and east by the Pamunkey and York Rivers.
Business Benefits And, there are the benefits of Virginia: ranked by Forbes.com for two consecutive years as the best state for business.
William H. Whitley County Administrator (804) 966-9696 Mark R. Kilduff Consultant, Economic Development (804) 966-9631 mrkilduff@co.newkent.state.va.us Rodney Hathaway Director of Economic Development (804) 966-9629 rahathaway@co.newkent.state.va.us Marilyn M. Mills Administrative Assistant Economic Development (804) 966-9631 mmmills@co.newkent.state.va.us
Authority Board Paul Robinson, Chairman Charles Davis, Vice Chairman David Sisk, Treasurer W.O. Isgett Larry Haislip Eugene Williams
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History of New Kent New Kent: a tradition as strong as the country that formed around it Founded in 1654, New Kent County was once a portion of Charles River County, one of the original eight shires in Virginia designated in 1634. Original boundaries once included part of all of King and Queen, King William, Spotsylvania and Hanover Counties. The present boundaries of the county were established in 1766 through exchanges with James City County. The town of Brick House was formed in 1680 and served as the county seat and home of the clerk of the court. One of New Kent’s first clerks, Thomas Hall, was a supporter of Bacon’s Rebellion in 1676, was hung for his loyalty to the Virginia revolutionary. The town of Cumberland came within three votes in the legislature of becoming Virginia’s capitol, replacing Williamsburg after its capitol building was burned. The village of New Kent became the county seat in 1691, but most county records were destroyed by fire in 1787, and many others were destroyed during the Civil War. As the Union Army passed through various counties in Virginia, many courthouses were looted and records were destroyed. Providence Forge was the home of a colonial forge, established early in the county’s timeline. British general Banister Tarleton destroyed the facility, and the existence of the town was not rediscovered until after the great flood of 1868. New Kent County played a significant role in Revolutionary War history. Both Washington and Lafayette utilized routes through New Kent to corner Cornwallis at Yorktown. Credited with supplying information that assisted the Americans in securing victory at Yorktown, well known slave and spy James Armistead lived in New Kent. Following the war, Armistead’s good deeds didn’t go unnoticed by the Virginia legislature who granted him money to buy his freedom and purchase 40 acres of land St. Peter’s Parish. He lived in the county until his death in 1830.
Native Amerians, the first residents of New Kent County, continue to provide a vital element of the county’s culture and history. Pamunkey, Mattaponi and Chickahominy tribes and descendants still remain in the area. They are a small representation of a mighty nation of tribes that once thrived in the area. When Spanish settlers and English settlers arrived in the area, they discovered an organized network of native government and commerce. At the height, the nation boasted more than 20,000 native Americans. The resulting battles between settlers and natives is an important part of New Kent history. Forts were built in the New Kent frontier to prevent further skirmishes, and by 1646, the great Algonquian nation was almost extinct. Ankother key figure in New history is Rev. George W. Watkins, recognized as a pioneer in African American education in the county. Watkins served as pastor at Elam Baptist Church in Charles City County and Second Liberty Baptist Church in New Kent. With the aid of his wife, Watkins opened a one room school for black students in 1931. From those humble beginnings, the New Kent Training School emerged under the guidance of the Watkins. They were known for providing a well rounded education with a strong emphasis on citizenship. The Watkins continued a life long dedication of minorities in the county until the Reverend’s death in 1972. The George W. Watkins school was dedicated in 1950 to honor the noted educator’s contributions to education for all students in New Kent County. The New Kent Historical Society helps to conserve and promote our unique historical resources. The new headquarters of the Society, at the old brick County jail, is our office, research library, and museum. Collections, documents, photographs and artifacts are being gathered for historical research and preservation. Displays of historical interest and of special times in our history are being created in public buildings and at the old jail.
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The First Church of the First First Lady New Kent County is home to the “First Church of the First First Lady”, St. Peter’s Parish located near Talleysville. The Virginia General Court established the Parish in April 1679 and the church replaced an earlier structure known as Broken Back’d Church. Construction on St. Peters began in the summer of 1701 and was opened in July 1703, making it the oldest parish church in the Diocese of Virginia and the third oldest in the Commonwealth. Martha Dandridge, the eventual wife of George Washington, had an established connection with the church from its earliest beginnings. She married Col. Daniel Parke Custis, a member of the vestry and former churchwarden in 1749. She was widowed in 1758, with two children. Martha Custis married the future president in January 1759 at St. Peters Parrish. The church felt the wrath of the Union Army during the Civil War, and federal troops vandalized the building. General Robert E. Lee’s wife, Mary Ann Randolph Custis, granddaughter of the first First Lady, first attracted attention to the importance of renovating the historic church. Her son, General William Henry Fitzhugh Lee, supervised the restoration, even contributing lumber and supplies for the project. Under the supervision of Rev. Henry S. Kepler, the church reopened for Divine Service on Sunday, Nov. 10, 1872. In 1922, the St. Peters Church Restoration Association was organized, and the Virginia General Assembly designated the church as “The First Church of the First First Lady” in March 1960. The interior was meticulously restored in 1964. A marble monument at the north end of the building honors Parson Mossom, who served as restore for 40 years between 1690 and 1767. The triple decked pulpit and other furnishings are classic 17th century style and bear witness to more than three centuries of service to its parishioners and the community.
Win money and have fun “Playing the Ponies” at Colonial Downs Colonial Downs is Virginia’s only pari-mutuel horse racetrack, and it’s located right here in New Kent County at Exit 214 off I-64. The track features a summer thoroughbred racing season, a fall harness racing season, and an ever growing year-round slate of special events. Eighty percent of the summer thoroughbred races are held over the Secretariat Turf Course, which at 180 feet wide, is the widest grass surface of any track in North America. The 1¼ mile dirt track is the country’s second largest, next to Belmont’s. The large dirt track enables harness horses to pace or trot a one mile distance while encountering just one turn, the only track anywhere to offer this unique configuration. The Virginia Derby is Colonial’s annual showcase event. Generally held in mid-July, the $750,000 Grade II event is broadcast live on CBS Sports and draws over 9,000 fans to the New Kent oval. Thoroughbred racing’s top three year old turf horses, along with the sport’s top jockeys and trainers compete 1¼ miles in the Virginia Derby. The $600,000 Grade III Colonial Turf Cup, a Derby prep race of sorts, is held four weeks prior. Summer racing is generally held on a Friday thru Tuesday basis from mid-June thru early August. Races begin at 5 p.m. during the week and 1 p.m. on weekends. A two-day “Racing to the Stars & Stripes” Festival is held over 4th of July weekend and features
horse racing, a patriotic concert and fireworks. Fall harness races begin in midSeptember and continue thru early November. Opening weekend festivities coincide with the New Kent County Fair, which also is held at Colonial Downs. In mid-October, the country’s top trotters are invited to Colonial Downs to compete in the $100,000 Patriot Trot and several weeks later, top Virginiabred pacers and trotters compete in the annual $350,000 (est.) “Day of Champions” event. Can’t make it to the track? Colonial Downs has eight Off Track Betting (OTB) Centers in Virginia where fans can watch and wager live horse races yearround via satellite from around the country. Two OTBs are in Richmond, two are in Hampton Roads, another is in Alberta (45 minutes south of Petersburg on I-85), and three are in southwest Virginia---in Vinton, Martinsville and Scott County. Colonial Downs also offers an advance deposit wagering service called “EZ Horseplay”, which allows horseplayers to deposit money in an account and wager on line via the ezhorseplay.com internet site. Streaming video from most tracks is available thru that site as well. For more information on Colonial Downs, call 804-966-RACE (7223) or visit colonialdowns.com.
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New Kent County Public Schools New Kent High School 7365 Egypt Road New Kent, VA 23124 804-9669671 Principal: Yvonne Jones Ass’t. Principal: David Baum Ass’t. Principal: Christopher Valdrighi
New Kent Middle School 7501 Egypt Road New Kent, VA 23124 804-966-9655 Principal: Bruce A. Cook Ass’t. Principal: Todd Miller
Superintendent of New Kent Schools: Dr. Rick Richardson
New Kent Elementary School 11705 New Kent Highway New Kent, VA 23124 804-966-9663 Principal: John Moncrief Ass’t. Principal: Ross Miller
George Watkins Elementary School 6501 New Kent Highway Quinton, VA 23141 804-966-9660 Principal: Russ Macomber Ass’t Principal: Patricia Kern
New Kent County Public Schools is headquartered at: 11920 New Kent Highway, New Kent, VA 23124 804-966-9650.
New Kent Parks & Recreation
MISSION: The mission of the Department of Parks and Recreation is to enhance the quality of life in New Kent County by promoting, providing, and maintaining a comprehensive system of quality recreational facilities and services. VISION: New Kent County Parks and Recreation provides opportunities and recreational programs which are open and accessible to all citizens in the County regardless of sex, religion, socioeconomic and/or level of physical or mental ability. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to enroll in any class listed in this brochure. Please provide at least three weeks notice prior to the class or program start date to make reasonable accommodations. Department Phone: 966-8502 Quinton Community Park This park is the first county developed recreational park. It is located at the corner of Henpeck Road and Quinton Park Trail. Quinton Community Park is equipped with 2 unlit baseball/softball fields, a pavilion, playground, Tot Lot, and 1/2 mile walking path. Future development includes courts, Fit Trail system and added picnic areas.
Quinton Community Center This building was donated to the county by the Ruritan Club on June 1, 2006. Since the donation the building has received a new roof, a new brick facade, new wood floors, upgraded bathrooms, upgraded HVAC system, new ceiling and lighting, and a new monument sign. A kitchen upgrade is due this winter. The building is now available for rent for your function. Please contact the Parks and Recreation office for more information on renting of this facility.
Battle of Eltham’s Landing in May 1862 as part of the 1862 Peninsula Campaign. Current amenities at site #1 include parking, battlefield fencing, and a description of the activities that occurred in the Eltham area during the civil war. Amenities at site #2 will be forthcoming in the near future. Currently, there is only a parking area at this site. Future amenities at this site will include fencing and a description of the site’s importance to the 1862 Peninsula Campaign. Other future amenities at both sites will include a picnic area.
Wahrani Nature Trails Chesapeake Forest Products Company opened this trail property in 1973 to help develop a public appreciation for the natural environment. The trails were opened to mountain bikes in 2007 to make this facility a multi-use trail for bikers, walkers, and joggers. Trails are currently marked by colored blazes on trees along the trails. Future improvements and development plans include adding a picnic area, a fit trail system, a restroom facility and re-marking of the trails. Full color maps of the trails will also be added throughout the trail system.
For more information on programs, activities, or facilities please contact:
Eltham Battlefields
Youth Program Director jmbaldwin@co.newkent.state.va.us
The battlefield sites commemorate the
New Kent Parks and Recreation P.O. Box 50 New Kent, VA 23124 (804) 966-8502 fax: (804)966-8562 Parks and Recreation Manager kcturner@co.newkent.state.va.us Recreation Programs Manager mlspruill@co.newkent.state.va.us
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