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TABLE OF CONTENTS Numbers to Know . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Board of Supervisors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 County Services Corrections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Powhatan Correctional Center Powhatan Reception Classification Center Deep Meadow Correctional Center Beaumont Juvenile Correctional Center County Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Courts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Economic Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Military . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Post Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Refuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Education School Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Flat Rock Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . 15 Powhatan Elementary School . . . . . . . . . 15 Pocahontas Elementary School . . . . . . . . 16 Pocahontas Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Powhatan Junior High . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Powhatan High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Snow closings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Private schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Home schooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriculture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Arts and Entertainment Antiques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Book groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Movie rentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Newspaper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lodging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recreation Camping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Horses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Youth sports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Restaurants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Community Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Churches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Representatives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Emergency Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Medical Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

18 19 19 20 21 21 21 21 22 22 23 23 23 26 26 27 31 36 38 40 42

ADVERTISER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Progressive Auto Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Powhatan Community Church . . . . . . . . . . . Powhatan Family Vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twiddy Wireless Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inlight Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Turner & Pooch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Powhatan Physical Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Powhatan Gentle Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hertzler Farm & Feed Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Buggy Top Barns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Midlothian Family Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Italian Delight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Little Folks Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . Central Virginia Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Radioshack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Napier Old Colony Realtors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Ron Mamrick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Napier Old Colony Realtors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Powhatan Flooring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Powhatan Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . Powhatan Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fine Creek Antiques & Collectibles. . . . . . . . Lonnie Joyce/Suntrust Mortgage . . . . . . . . . Royall Pump & Well Company . . . . . . . . . . . . Delegate R. Lee Ware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bank of Powhatan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Quality Auto & Truck Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . Powhatan Real Estate Settlements . . . . . . . Cumberland/Powhatan Septic Service Inc. . The Hair Court . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Consignment Alley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Capital Home Veterinary Care . . . . . . . . . . . Plaza Pharmacy & Gifts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Powhatan Pharmacy & Gifts . . . . . . . . . . . . . Powhatan Family Physicians . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Jamie L. Higley Family Chiropractic . . . . Woodlawn Landscaping Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . KDC Contracting Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Wine Cellar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Napier Old Colony Realtors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Napier Old Colony Realtors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flat Rock Tire & Automotive . . . . . . . . . . . . . Premier Dance Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Powhatan Auto Repair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Complete Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sound Movement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Richardson Harris Boarwright . . . . . . . . . . . . Ollie’s Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bethel Baptist Preschool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flatrock Barber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Exotic Tanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Blackwell Home Inspections, LLC. . . . . . . . . ReMax Commonwealth Group . . . . . . . . . . . Elmcroft of Chesterfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tidewater Pysical Therapy, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . Bennett & Barden Funeral Home . . . . . . . . . Richmond Olympiad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fine Creek Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bon Secours Medical Group . . . . . . . . . . . . .

INTRODUCTION BUSINESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PG. Automotive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Worship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Optometry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Cell Phones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Pet Sitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Physical Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Fart supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Storage buildings . . . . . . . . . . 10 Medical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Day Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Banking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Electronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Flooring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Business Support . . . . . . . . . . 17 Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Antiques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Mortgage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Pump & Wells . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Representing Powhatan . . . . 21 Banking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Automotive Repair . . . . . . . . . 22 Real Estate Services . . . . . . . . 23 Septic Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Hair Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Consignment Shop . . . . . . . . . 24 Veterinary Services. . . . . . . . . 24 Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Medical Services . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Chiropractic Services . . . . . . . 28 Landscaping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Home Improvement . . . . . . . . 29 Wine Svales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Real Estate Services . . . . . . . . 31 Real Estate Services . . . . . . . . 32 Automotive Repair . . . . . . . . . 32 Dance Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Automotive Repair . . . . . . . . . 34 Framing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Performing Arts Academy . . 35 Insurance Agency . . . . . . . . . . 35 Electronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Barber Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Tanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Home Inspections . . . . . . . . . . 39 Real Estate Services . . . . . . . . 39 Assisted Living . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Physical Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Funeral Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Real Estate Services . . . . . . . . 43 Medical Services . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

t is with great pride that I welcome you to the 2009 edition of the Powhatan County Profiles. We like to think of it as both a guide to help you get things done, as well as a tool to find the best spots to sit back and not do much of anything at all … except relax that is. Putting the guide together each year is a reminder of how much the county has grown — even during what has undoubtedly been a diﬃcult year economically we have still managed to add new businesses — and how, if you look away for even a minute, Powhatan has something new for residents to enjoy. One highlight of this year has been the opening of the ball parks at Fighting Creek Park, a testament to the investment Powhatan has made in its children. There are, of course, the old favorites as well. The Powhatan library remains a truly impressive sanctuary for residents looking for a quiet place to get away, and the county also added sidewalks in the Village for easier access and walkability. New things are happening every day, all around us, and we hope you find this edition of Profiles handy as you navigate your way around this wonderful place we call home. Roslyn Ryan Editor Powhatan Today

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ON THE COVER: Built in the mid 1800s and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Belmead sits on 1200 acres of land overlooking the James River. Photo by Jack Mullikin.

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NUMBERS TO KNOW POWHATAN GOVERNMENT LISTINGS County Administrator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5612 Agriculture Extension Agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5640 Animal Control Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5672 Building Inspection and Building Permits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5620 Commissioner of the Revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5619 Finance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5610 Human Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5610 Treasurer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5625 COMMUNITY SERVICES Capital Area Agency on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Powhatan – 556-4815 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Richmond – 343-3000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 989-2286 Economic Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5605 Erosion Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5623 Family & Consumer Sciences Agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5640 Farm Service Agency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amelia – 561-2147 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 528-3276 Forestry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-4728 Game & Inland Fisheries Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-3706 Highway Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 344-0037 Monacan Soil and Water Conservation District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 556-4936 Planning and Community Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5621, 598-5692 Powhatan County Farm Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-3081, 598-2140 Powhatan County Health Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5680 Powhatan County Public Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5670 Capital Area Partnership Uplifting People (CAPUP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-3351 Powhatan-Goochland Domestic Violence Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-8510 Powhatan Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-2636 Rescue Squad Dispatcher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5656 Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5630 Trash Disposal/Transfer Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5673 Victim Witness Assistance Program for Powhatan & Cumberland Counties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5699 Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Chesterfield Area Headquarters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 674-2800 Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Highway Help Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 367-ROAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800-367-7623) Voter Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5604 Zoning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5698 CORRECTIONS FACILITIES Beaumont Juvenile Correctional Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 556-3316 Deep Meadow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5503 James River Correctional Center & Work Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 784-3551 Powhatan Correctional Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-4251 Virginia Correctional Center for Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 784-3582 COURTS AND THE JUDICIAL SYSTEM Circuit Court Clerk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5660, 598-5663 Commonwealth’s Attorney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5668, 598-5601 General District Court Clerk Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5665 Juvenile District Court Services Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5666 Juvenile and Domestic Relations Clerk’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5665 EMERGENCY NUMBERS Ambulance & Rescue/Fire/Police/Sheriff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911 Fire Administration/Emergency Management Coordinator . . . . . . . 598-5646 Powhatan VFD Company 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-4389 Huguenot VFD Company 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 794-3575 Macon VFD Company 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 492-4810 Fine Creek VFD Company 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 794-4742 Deep Creek VFD Company 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-4519 Game Warden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5656

Goochland/Powhatan Community Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-2200 Mental Health – Counseling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-2200 Mental Retardation Services-Case Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-2200 Mental Retardation Services-Monacan Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-2200 Parent/Infant Education Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-2200 Preventive Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 556-5400 Substance Abuse – Counseling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-2200 Virginia House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 556-5460 Crisis Intervention Emergency Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-2697 Rescue Squad Building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-2911 Sheriff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5652 Sheriff’s Non-Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5655 National Response Center – Pollution/Toxic Chemical/Oil Spills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 424-8802 Virginia Poison Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 552-6337, 828-9123 SCHOOLS (PRIVATE) Blessed Sacrament Huguenot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-4211 SCHOOLS (PUBLIC) School Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5700 Flat Rock Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5743 Pocahontas Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5717 Powhatan Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5730 Pocahontas Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5720 Powhatan Junior High . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5782 Powhatan High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5710 Powhatan Vocational & Technical Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5714 SHERIFF Administrative Office Main Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5652 Administrative Staff Specialist - Lisa Fleming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5655 Dispatch Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911 Dispatch Non-Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5656 Dispatch Supervisor - Donna Skeens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5760 Patrol Supervisor / Operations - Lt. Randy Stickels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5751 Training - 1st Sgt. Scott Lane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5931 Administrative and Patrol - 1st Sgt. Adam Sadler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5931 TRIAD / Crimesolvers Coordinator Chief Deputy Dan Giardini . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5653 Crime Analyst - Anne Reynolds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5657 Investigations Supervisor - Lt. Kevin Wolfe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5937 Investigators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5654 Civil Process Supervisor - Sgt. Bob Krusniak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5758 Civil Process Administrative Assistant - Cathy Neal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598-5758 School Resource Officers Supervisor - Sgt. 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Carolyn Cios Powhatan County Administrator

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Joe Walton District 1

Charlie Green District 2

Robert Cosby District 3

Scott Daniel District 4

Carson Tucker District 5

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CORRECTIONS

Powhatan Reception and Classification Center

Powhatan Correctional Center

Located at Powhatan Correctional Center, the PRCC serves as the entry point for inmates entering the correctional system from local jails. Established in 1978, the center now houses 420 inmates.

3600 Woods Way State Farm, Va. 23160 804-598-4251 Warden: Eddie L. Pearson Established in 1894, the PCC is a medium security male institution with a compound for permanently assigned inmates, a reception and classification area, a medical/mental health facility, a segregation unit and the Powhatan County Jail for male prisoners. Capacity is more than 1,400 inmates. The facility also features a DMV tag shop (which produces all license plates issued in the commonwealth), a fully functioning print shop and a vinyl/silk screen plant. The Virginia Department of Education oﬀers literacy incentive programs as well as vocational and apprenticeship programs. Anyone interested in taking a guided tour of the complex or having designated staﬀ speak to schools or service organizations should call the warden at 804598-4251.

Deep Meadow Correctional Center 3500 Woods Way State Farm, Va. 23160 804-598-5503 Warden: Alton Baskerville Located in the northernmost part of the county, Deep Meadow serves as the reception and classification center for medium custody inmates being received into the Department of Corrections from rural and metropolitan jails. The facility employs approximately 360 people, many of whom are Powhatan County residents, and houses an average of 988 inmates, many of who are then transferred to medium and minimum facilities throughout the state.

Beaumont Juvenile Correctional Center

3500 Beaumont Road Beaumont, Va. 23014 804-556-3316 Superintendent: Dr. Michael S. Ito

Powhatan, Virginia 23139 804-598-5625 (phone) 804-598-5436 (fax) Treasurer: Faye G. Barton

Part of the Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice, Beaumont dates from the 1920s. Today males between the ages of 15 and 21 may be committed to the facility and generally stay for eight to 12 months before being returned to their home communities. Some charged with more serious crimes may stay until age 21. Beaumont oﬀers substance abuse and sex oﬀender treatment programs as well as social rehabilitation for youth with anger control problems. The facility also features a full-time school, with students spending half a day in academic study and the other half studying trades such as painting, automotive mechanics and small engines. More than 100 youths also complete the GED program each year.

Commissioner of the Revenue

COUNTY ADMINISTRATION Treasurer’s Oﬃce Powhatan Administration Building 3834 Old Buckingham Road Post Oﬃce Box 87

Powhatan County Administration Building 3834 Old Buckingham Road Post Oﬃce Box 40 Powhatan, Virginia 23139 804-598-5616 (phone) 804-598-1532 (fax) Commissioner: James B. Timberlake, II

Payment of taxes Tax bills can be paid by check or money order made out to the Treasurer of Powhatan County and can be made in person or mailed to the treasurers’ oﬃce (see above). There is a drop box for after-hours payment. To pay by credit card, visit www.oﬃcialpayments.com, or call 1-800-272-9829 to pay by credit card over the phone. Powhatan’s jurisdiction code is 1096. Residents are reminded, especially if paying taxes in person, that payments should be made as early as possible to avoid long lines and wait times.

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Unless an individual is otherwise exempted, Powhatan residents must pay taxes on all personal property (automobiles, motor homes, motorcycles, trailers, boats, business personal property and tools used in manufacturing). Powhatan does not prorate personal property taxes. Personal property tax forms must be filed with the Commissioner of the Revenue by May 1 of each year, whether information has changed or not. Forms are mailed out the first week in January; if you do not receive one, call 598-5616. Assessments are done by the Commissioner of the Revenue’s office. For motor vehicles, the pricing guide used is the January edition of the National Automobile Dealers Association Official Used Car Guide and the Official Older Car Guide. The rate used to calculate taxes is set each year by the Board of Supervisors. Taxes are assessed as of Jan. 1 of each year. Anything bought or sold after this date will not be considered until the following year. The treasurer’s office will accept partial payments on taxes during the year. Outstanding balances owed after Dec. 5 are subject to penalty and interest.

Real estate taxes

business license cost of $50. All business licenses are renewable by March 1. All prior business and property taxes must be paid before a renewal license will be issued. All persons operating a business or doing business in Powhatan must obtain a Powhatan County Business License. There is a $3000 gross receipts minimum before being required to purchase a license. Contractors licensed by another locality are required to obtain a license once their gross receipts exceed $25,000 for work done in Powhatan. There is a $4000 gross receipts minimum for direct sellers (Avon, Tupperware, etc.) and an application and zoning approval are required before a license can be issued. All businesses operating under an assumed or trade name must be registered with the Clerk of the Court before a business license can be issued. The cost is $10. All corporations doing business in Virginia must be registered with the State Corporation Commission.

Land use program Landowners who have at least five acres of property that they are farming or 20 acres of timber may receive a reduced assessment, which lowers their tax liability. For more information, call 598-5616.

All property is assessed as of Jan. 1 of each year, with new construction assessed upon final inspection and prorated for the rest of the year. State law requires real estate to be assessed at 100 percent fair market value (defined as the price most people would pay for the property on open market). Real estate assessments occur every four years. The Commissioner of the Revenue’s oﬃce is responsible for real estate assessments that occur between assessment cycles. Real estate taxes are due and payable twice a year, June 5 and Dec. 5. Failure to receive a tax bill does not relieve residents of interest and penalties. Questions or concerns should be directed to the Treasurer or Commissioner of the Revenue as soon as they arise.

The Powhatan Courthouse houses a three-court complex, the oﬃce of the County Clerk, and the Sheriﬀ’s Department.

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Circuit Court

All businesses must file a Business Personal Property Tax Form (blue) with the Commissioner of the Revenue’s office by May 1 of each year. Businesses must itemize personal property and/or equipment stating the date of purchase and the original price. Forms are mailed with license renewal forms the last week of December of each year. The deadline is Dec. 5.

Business licenses Powhatan currently has a flat rate

COURTS Powhatan County Courthouse 3880 Old Buckingham Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 Circuit Court: 804-598-5660 General District Court: 804-598-5665 Sheriﬀ (non-emergency): 804 598-5656

The County Circuit Court, part of the 11th Judicial District of Virginia, is presided over by Judge Thomas V. Warren. The court hears criminal cases, law and civil cases, chancery and equity cases and cases that have been appealed from both the General District and Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court. A circuit court is the only court in the Commonwealth of Virginia where cases may be tried by jury.

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General District Court General District Court Judge Paul Cella hears cases involving misdemeanors, traﬃc oﬀenses and civil suits in which damages sought are under $15,000. General District Court meets each Friday at 9 a.m. and also conducts extradition hearings as well as preliminary hearings in felony cases.

Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court Judge Valentine W. Southall, Jr. presides over Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court and hears cases involving delinquency, child and spousal support, custody, spousal abuse, foster care, violation of probation and traﬃc violations charged against persons under 18. Court meets Wednesday at 9:30 a.m.

Clerk of the Circuit Court Circuit Clerk William E. Maxey, Jr., the longest serving clerk in the state of Virginia, is charged with a number of duties from issuing marriage licenses to giving the oath of office to elected officials. The clerk’s office also files documents, collects overdue fines and court costs, and aids those engaged in historical and genealogical research.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Powhatan County Economic Development Oﬃce 3834 Old Buckingham Road Suite H Powhatan, VA 23139 804-598-5605 Director: Sherry Swinson

LIBRARY Powhatan County Public Library 2270 Mann Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-5670 804-598-5671 (fax) www.powhatanlibrary.org. The Powhatan County Public Library oﬀers a variety of material and library services. Fiction, non-fiction, reference, large print books, talking books, movies and music CDs, as well as magazines and newspapers, comprise the adult, young adult and children’s collections. There are 10 high-speed Internet computers and a

wireless network available for public use. The Library’s card catalog and online database subscriptions are accessible on site or remotely.

Programs and services Children’s story hours are held each Monday, Wednesday and Thursday morning at 10:30 and Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 for children of all ages. During the summer, the library also holds its annual summer reading program featuring special presenters. The Library oﬀers two meeting rooms for public use and both rooms are available during Library hours by reservation. The large room is also available after hours by reservation. During tax season, the library hosts volunteer AARP tax assistants and provides state and federal tax forms. The library also provides copying and fax services at minimal charge.

Friends of the Library The Friends of the Powhatan County Library is a group of citizens interested in supporting the Library through fundraisers such as book sales, volunteer programs and general advocacy. Anyone interested in becoming a Friend of the Library should contact the Library. Books may

be returned after hours to the book drop located inside the wall, near the front door. Patrons also may renew by phone or online using their card and pin numbers at www.powhatanlibrary.org/default.htm under the card catalog’s Patron Review section.

Library hours: Monday 9am - 8pm Tuesday - Thursday 9 am - 7pm Friday 9am - 5pm Saturday 10am - 3pm The library is closed on Sundays and County holidays

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POST OFFICES Powhatan 4195 Anderson Hwy. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-6975 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mon-Fri; Sat 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Moseley 21431 Hull Street Rd. Moseley, Va. 23120 804-639-5457 Hours: Mon-Fri 7 a.m. to 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Sat 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Midlothian 1201 Sycamore Square Dr. Midlothian, Va. 23113 804-794-1374 Hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 5 a.m., Sat. 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

REFUSE Clarence “Trapper” Hutchins Solid Waste Center 2405 Mitchell Rd. Powhatan, Va., 23139 804-598-5673 (phone) 804-403-3042 (fax) Hours: Mon-Sun from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed New Years Day, Labor Day, Memorial Day, Thanksgiving, Fourth of July, Christmas Day; closes at noon on Christmas Eve. The Powhatan convenience center replaced the local landfill in 1986 as the trash collection point for the county. The center provides a place for residents with a valid county sticker to dispose of household items. The following items can be recycled: Newspapers, inserts, mixed papers (flattened corrugated boxes, junk mail, envelopes, cereal boxes, dry food boxes, catalogues, magazines, telephone books, any tearable paper product or container), glass (rinsed brown, green and clear glass with bands and lids removed, bottles and jars with/without labels), bimetal (aluminum cans, foil, foil containers rinsed and crushed). No plastic bags

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A fee of $20 is charged for Freon appliances like refrigerators, freezers and air conditioners. Non-Freon appliances are accepted for a fee of $15. Oil and antifreeze should be clean of debris such as grass and dirt particles and go into separate drums. Filters should be put into a bin by themselves. No cardboard boxes or carrying containers are accepted. All size tires are accepted, call for fee.

Residential trash pick-up: N.A. Goode Refuse Service 2160 Huguenot Springs Rd. Powhatan, Va., 23139 804-794-1377 Goode Refuse Service 3870 Maidens Rd. Post Oﬃce Box 636 Powhatan, Va., 23139 804-598-7366

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Southside Electric Cooperative Northern District Oﬃce 2370 Emmanuel Church Rd. P.O. Box 388 Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-7748 1-800-552-2118

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County officials joined area children in cutting the ribbon for the new ball fields at Fighting Creek Park on Aug. 4.

County dedicates new ball fields On August 4, 2009, before a crowd of eager young local ball players and residents, county leaders officially opened Powhatan’s $3.2 million athletic complex at Fighting Creek Park to the public. Oﬀering a 16-acre, four-field baseball and softball complex in the shape of a cloverleaf, an 18-hole discgolf course and a network of new trails, the addition is a welcome one for county athletes of all ages. The 220-acre park already contained three soccer fields, a library, the county’s YMCA branch, a National Guard Armory and an animal shelter. The idea for the new complex dates back to Super

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Bowl Day 1985, when Charlie Green, now a county supervisor, and fellow members of the recreation advisory committee took a trip to Dorey Park in eastern Henrico County. They saw what the park meant to residents and decided Powhatan needed one, too. Then they waited. And waited some more. “We were patient but persistent,” he said. “We never let the ball drop.” The new complex features two 200-foot fields, one 275-foot field and one 300-foot field. — Wesley Hester

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Water While most of Powhatan must depend on wells, there are privately owned water companies in Powhatan. The two main firms are AquaVirginia and Sydnor Hydro. Although privately-owned, these systems are still required to operate as a public utility in the areas they serve and must meet the same quality standards as any other municipallyowned system. Customers’ water is tested for problems such as bacteria, metals, inorganic materials, high radioactive levels, nitrates, pesticides and other contaminates. Water and sewer services in Powhatan are provided mostly by private wells and septic tanks. Regulations and other information regarding wells may be obtained by calling the environmental health specialist at the Powhatan Health Department at 598-5680. In order to draw economic development to the county, Powhatan has started a program to provide water and sewer service to certain areas. A Sewer Service District has been created by the Powhatan County Board of Supervisors. This district encompasses the Village as well as the Route 60 corridor, roughly from Bell Road

to Academy Road. A Sewer and Water Service District exists along Rt. 60 from Academy Road to the Powhatan/ Chesterfield boundary. The Fighting Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant was opened in 2000. This facility serves the village as well as a portion of Rt. 60. Sewer service is currently available in some areas of the village as well as along Rt. 60 from Mann Road to Academy Road. Future service could be extended along Rt. 60 from Academy Road to Red Lane. Powhatan County does not oﬀer water service in the village area, thus only a Sewer Service District was created. However, public water is available in this area. Aqua Virginia (formerly Sydnor Hydrodynamics) operates a water system and currently serves portions of the village and Rt. 60. The Dutoy Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant was opened in 2003. This facility serves Powhatan High School and portions of Rt. 60. Powhatan County also owns and operates the Flat Rock Water system. There are currently two public wells that provide the water for this system. A 500,000 gallon elevated storage facility provides pressure for this system as well as storage for fire protection. An extension of water infrastructure will

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EDUCATION School Administration Powhatan County Public Schools 2320 Skaggs Road Powhatan, Virginia. 23139 804-598-5700 804-598-5705 Fax Superintendent: Dr. Margaret S. Meara

Board The Powhatan County School Board determines school policy, hires staﬀ and oversees the financial operations of the division. Board

meetings are held on the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Powhatan High School. The school system is governed by five school board members, each of whom is elected by a specific constituency. The current board members are: H.A. (Rick) Gideons, 1st district, 794-5841; Jason Moore, 2nd District, 598-8851; Valerie Ayers, 3rd district, 598-7290; Debbie M. Jones, 4th district, 598-2118; and Timothy L. Gresham, 5th district, 375-3601.

Budget The budget serves as a planning tool for managing the financial resources of the School Division. Budget administration is the process of monitoring revenues and expenditures during the fiscal year for compliance with the approved budget. Expenditures are monitored to ensure that they do not exceed authorized amounts and that they are used for intended, proper and legal purposes. Revenues are monitored to identify any fluctuations in budget to actual amounts. The school division receives about 52% of its funding for the operating budget from the state and about 5% from the federal government. Mr. Paul Imig, the Assistant

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Superintendent for Finance, is responsible for monitoring the budget. If significant changes to revenue projections are required, the Division Superintendent, with the assistance of staﬀ, develops a corresponding adjustment on the expenditure side of the budget. The Powhatan County Public School Division’s is allowed to spend up to the amount that is appropriated by the Board of Supervisors. During the last 15 years, the schools have had a surplus returned to the County almost every year. A large percentage of the budget is allocated for payroll and related benefits. The remaining amount is used for contracted services, utilities, fuel, materials and supplies, and capital items.

Facilities Mr. Russell Wilson, Director of Facilities, oversees the day-to-day cleaning and maintenance of the buildings. He also is responsible for the construction needs and building compliances for the school division.

Food service The Food Service Department is supervised by Ms. Sadá’ Hill, the Director of Food Services. The Food Service Department feeds approximately 1,200 students every school day. New 2009-2010 Meal Applications will be available to all students. Parents who are interested in applying for meal benefits will only need to complete one meal application for all children living in the household and who are enrolled in school. The Food Service Department operates Café Prepay, an online internet-based payment site for school meals. This allows parents the convenience of paying for school meals using a major credit card or by setting up direct withdrawal payments from a bank account.

Health services Harriette Jamerson , RN, oversees the School Health Services Department. The department consists of 6 registered nurses (including Mrs. Jamerson), 1 licensed practical nurse, and 3 unlicensed clinic assistants. The school health services staﬀ sees a wide variety of illnesses and injuriesfrom scrapes to fractures, seizures, fever, diabetic, asthmatic, food and insect allergy emergencies. All clinic assistants are trained in CPR and First Aid and receive training in Medication Administration. School nurses oversee the safe administration of prescription and over the counter medications to students pursuant to the Virginia Nurse Practice Act, school board policy and recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics. School nurses are readily available to discuss student health conditions, medications and treatments with parents and the health care team (with parent permission). Medication Administration forms are available in all of the school clinics and on the school website. Please keep in mind that prescription medications require a written order from the licensed prescriber. Immunization compliance is monitored by the school nurses and the guidance secretaries. Minimum immunization requirements for entry into school and day care as required by Virginia state law are as follows (07/09): Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis: A minimum of 3 doses. A child must have at least one dose of DTaP or DTP vaccine on or after the 4th birthday. DT (Diphtheria, Tetanus) vaccine is required for children who are medically exempt from the Pertussis containing vaccine (DTaP or DTP). Adult Td is required for children 7 years of age or older who do not meet the minimum requirement for

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Tetanus and Diphtheria. Eﬀective July 1, 2006, a booster dose of Tdap vaccine is required for all children entering the 6th grade, if at least 5 years have passed since the last dose of Tetanus containing vaccine. Haemophilus Influenza Type b (Hib) Vaccine: This vaccine is required ONLY for children up to 60 months of age. A primary series consists of either 2 or 3 doses (depending on manufacturer). However, the child’s current age and not the number of prior doses received govern the number of doses required. Unvaccinated children between the ages of 15 and 60 months are only required to have one dose of vaccine. Hepatitis B Vaccine: A complete series of 3 doses of Hepatitis B vaccine is required for all children. However, the FDA has approved a 2-dose schedule ONLY for adolescents 11-15 years of age AND ONLY when the Merck Brand (Recombivax HB) Adult Formulation Hepatitis B vaccine is used. If the 2-dose schedule is used for adolescents 11-15 years of age it must be clearly documented on the school form. Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV): Eﬀective October 1, 2008, a complete series of 3 doses is required

for females. The first dose shall be administered before the child enters 6th grade. After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parent’s or guardian’s sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine. Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) Vaccine: A minimum of 2 Measles, 1 Mumps, and 1 Rubella. (Most children receive 2 doses of each because the vaccine usually administered is the combination vaccine MMR.) First dose must be administered at age 12 months or older. Second dose of vaccine does not have to be administered until ages 4-6 years (usually entry to Kindergarten) but can be administered at any time after the minimum interval between dose 1 and dose 2. Pneumococcal (PCV) Vaccine: This vaccine is required ONLY for children less two years of age. 2-4 doses dependent on age at first dose, of Pneumococcal 7-valent conjugate vaccine are required. Polio Vaccine: A minimum of 3 doses of Polio vaccine. One dose must be administered on or after the 4th birthday. A 4th dose is required if the 3 dose primary series consisted of a combination of OPV and IPV.

Varicella (Chickenpox) Vaccine: All susceptible children born on or after January 1, 1997, shall be required to have one 1 dose of Chickenpox vaccine at age 12 months or older. School Health Services Personnel by Assigned Schools: Pocahontas Elementary: 598-7326, Arla Thompson, RN, Naomi Perkins, Clinic Assistant; Powhatan Elementary: 598-1302, Ashley Sloan, RN; Flat Rock Elementary: 598-8540, Jenna Fink, RN, Ellen Satko, Clinic Assistant; Pocahontas Middle: 598-6295, Lisa Hall, RN, Diane Ritchie, LPN, Clinic Assistant; Powhatan Junior High: 5985786, Harriette Jamerson, RN, Vickie Maxey, Clinic Assistant; Powhatan High: 598-7145 Cathy Vaden, RN.

Instruction Powhatan’s dedicated staﬀ works long hours to ensure the individualized success of each student. According to the mission statement of the school division, “Each student is a unique individual capable of becoming a productive member of society.” Powhatan County Public Schools aim to help each child accomplish this, “to provide the environment where each student is able to reach

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his or her fullest potential.” In order to meet the needs of students with various abilities, numerous interests, and diverse backgrounds, teachers and instructional staﬀ stay up-todate in their content knowledge and instructional strategies by attending frequent professional development opportunities. To enhance achievement, student services include support from teachers trained in reading strategies, special education, English as a second language (ESL), gifted education, guidance, library/ media, technology, and many other areas. In addition to the academics, the instructional program of studies includes the fine arts, health and physical education, and career and technical education. In order to help all children find success with a rigorous curriculum, extra help is provided whenever necessary throughout the school year and during summer school. In order to reach every child, instruction which targets all learning styles is utilized. More opportunities for children to reach their potential are available through Powhatan’s participation in the Math Science Innovation Center, the Metro Richmond Science Fair, the Maggie Walker Governor’s School

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for Government and International Studies, and the Appomattox Regional Governor’s School for the Arts and Technology. In partnership with J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College, students may earn college credit in addition to high school credit by taking advanced placement and dual enrollment classes. Students who participate in the College Connection Academy earn nearly a year’s worth of college credit before leaving high school. Through Powhatan’s aﬃliation with the Richmond Partners in the Arts, many teachers have received grants to bring in visiting artists, musicians, or dancers into their classrooms in order to creatively infuse the arts into teaching the academics with enriching activities. Over the next few years, Powhatan will participate in several instructional partnerships with Richmond CenterStage in order to expand opportunities for students in the arts across the Metro Richmond area. Students may also participate in a Summer Engineering Camp, Future Problem Solving, the Stock Market Game, Virginia Math League, various writing and visual arts competitions, choral competitions, marching band and percussion competitions, color

guard and winter guard competitions, talent shows, the annual division-wide Arts Explosion, etc. Although the Virginia Department of Education has not yet released the accreditation ratings for 2009-2010, all schools are expected to be fully accredited by the state for the seventh year. Our high school is additionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Technology Parents have on-line access to their children’s grades and academic information through the parent portal of Star Base, Powhatan’s student information system. Parents will be receiving new usernames and passwords for the 2009-10 school year. Powhatan High School, Powhatan Jr. High School, and Pocahontas Middle school students will theirs will their schedules. Logins and passwords will be sent home with elementary school students by the end of September.

Schools Flat Rock Elementary School 2210 Batterson Road Powhatan, Virginia. 23139

804-598-5743 Principal: Tanja Atkins-Nelson Assistant Principal: Rob Williams Flat Rock Elementary School, the third elementary school in Powhatan County, opened on November 5, 2008. The enrollment for this 2-story learning environment is 656 students, encompassing the Early Childhood Education program through fourth grade. Preschool through first grade classrooms are located on the first floor and second through fourth grade classrooms are located on the second floor of the facility. The academic learning community is supported by the media center, a computer lab, a mobile lab, a science lab, art, music, gymnasium, stage, cafeteria, and three age-appropriate play areas, including a preschool play area. The teaching staﬀ consists of general education teachers, special education teachers, a reading specialist, a special education reading specialist, a media specialist, resource teachers specializing in art, music, computer and physical education, school counselors, speech therapists, occupational and physical therapists, instructional assistants, a registered nurse and clinic assistant.

Resource rooms and courtyard areas provide additional instructional space for students. A multiage 2/3 classroom provides an alternative learning environment to the traditional classroom setting. The Math Hall of Fame and Accelerated Reading programs serve as academic incentives in reading and math. Students are recognized for academic achievement and character development.

Powhatan Elementary School 4111 Old Buckingham Road Powhatan, Virginia. 23139 804-598-5730 Principal: Constance Deal Assistant Principal: Isabella Worrell Powhatan Elementary School houses grades Kindergarten through Fourth and the Preschool Head Start Program. School facilities include a library media center, computer lab, art room, music room, gymnasium, cafeteria/multi-purpose room with stage, and age-appropriate play areas. We have numerous computers in the library, computer lab and in the classrooms for students to utilize on a daily basis. Academic program includes many

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traditional classrooms and one section of 1-2 multiage combined classroom. This multi-age classroom allows for students to continue their studies with the same teachers for two years. The Math Hall of Fame and Accelerated Reader programs provide students with incentives that reinforce math and reading skills

Pocahontas Elementary School 4294 Anderson Hwy. Powhatan, Virginia. 23139 804-598-5717 Principal: Linda Dail Assistant Principal: Ella Harris Helms

Pocahontas Middle School 4290 Anderson Hwy. Powhatan, Virginia. 23139 804-598-5720 Principal: Lynn Clayton-Prince Assistant Principal: Thomas Sulzer Pocahontas Middle School houses fifth and sixth grades. The school contains a technology lab, cafeteria, library, art room, band and chorus rooms, gymnasium and several computer labs. There is a large outdoor

physical education area, which includes a soccer field, tennis courts, basketball courts, and a baseball and softball field. The school also includes modern science laboratories, which were constructed during an extensive renovation a few years ago. Although parts of the school are more than 60 years old, these were completely renovated and provide a clean, modern facility for students. Security cameras are installed on each hallway and two-way communication system is in every classroom.

Powhatan Junior High School 4135 Old Buckingham Road Powhatan, Virginia 23139 804-598-5782 Principal: Richard Stewart Assistant Principal: Kathrine Conner The Junior High School houses grades seventh and eighth grades. When the new high school facility opened in 2003, the existing high school was converted into a junior high school. At the junior high school students have the opportunity to take a number of electives including keyboarding, computer science, foreign languages,

technology, band, chorus and work and family studies. Advanced classes are provided including pre-algebra, algebra, and foreign language. Accelerated classes are oﬀered in all core subject areas. Services are provided for gifted students as well. Several extracurricular opportunities are available for students. The junior high school competes in the Southside Middle School Conference, in the areas of girls and boy’s basketball, co-ed soccer, golf, volleyball, baseball, softball, and girls and boys’ track. Academic competitions are also sponsored in forensics, debate, and ACE.

Powhatan High School 1800 Judes Ferry Road Powhatan, Va. 23139 804- 598-5710 Principal: Bob Carden Assistant Principals: Kathryn Garrett, Kris Gwaltney, William Lewis The current Powhatan High School opened in the fall of 2003. This state-of-the-art facility contains approximately 240,000 square feet of classroom and lab space and has classrooms for 1,500 students and core facilities for 1,750 students.

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Children who reside in the northwest sector of the county attend school at Pocahontas Elementary School. The teaching staﬀ includes regular classroom teachers, special education teachers, resource teachers specializing in art, music, physical education, and computer, a gifted resource teacher, a full-time guidance counselor, speech therapists, OT and PT therapists, an RN and clinic assistant, instructional assistants, and a librarian. All of the classrooms have computers for student use. A fully equipped computer lab

provides weekly technology-oriented instruction for all students and a mobile computer lab is available to students and teachers for special projects. The facility also includes a gymnatorium, music room, art rooms, and a cafeteria. Separate playgrounds are provided for the early childhood special education program and students in upper grades. Four multiage classes provide an alternative learning environment to the traditional classroom setting and allow students the opportunity to remain with the same teachers for two years. The Math Hall of Fame and Accelerated Reader programs provide students with incentives that reinforce math and reading skills.

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The school has 40 classrooms, three expanded special education classrooms/labs, 10 science labs, and 13 computer labs. Other instructional areas include the media center, three art rooms and a photo lab, instrumental and vocal music rooms, and career and technical labs in agriculture, welding, horticulture (including a 2,000 foot greenhouse), building trades, cosmetology, journalism, printing, work and family studies, health occupations, modern technology, occupational foods (which operates as a limited restaurant) A 1,000-seat auditorium, 600-seat dining area, 2,000-seat gymnasium, 5,100- square-feet auxiliary gym are also included in the complex. Outdoor athletic facilities include a competition stadium/field with seating for 3,500, six lighted tennis courts, lighted competition baseball and softball fields, practice baseball and softball fields, and an “allweather track” and with associated field event venues. Powhatan High School offers a comprehensive secondary program, which includes college preparatory, fine arts, and career and technical education courses. Honor classes are offered in English, mathematics, science and social studies. Student may earn college and high school credit in Advanced Placement and dual enrollment classes. Advanced Placement classes are offered in English, chemistry, computer programming, U.S. history, and U.S. government. Dual credit courses in psychology, sociology, calculus, auto mechanics, childcare, and horticulture are offered in cooperation with J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College. PHS students also have the unique opportunity to earn the college credit in College Connections Academy. Participating high school seniors attend J. Sargeant Reynolds in the mornings and PHS in the afternoons and can earn up to 26 college credits while completing their high school years. Preparation for industry certification is available in occupational foods, horticulture, computer applications, health occupations, and Oracle. Powhatan High School is accredited by the Virginia Department of Education and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and has been a High Schools That Work site since 1993. Students have excelled on end-of-course

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(SOL) tests for the past three years with overall pass rates that rank as some of the highest in the Richmond area. Over the past five years, approximately 80 percent of Powhatan High School’s graduates continue their education after high school, 44 percent receive advance studies diplomas and 48 percent complete a sequence in career and technical education. Our class of 2009 graduates was awarded more than $1.4 million in scholarship monies to continue their education. For the 2008-09 school year, the latest reporting period, 67.4 percent of students taking AP exams scored a three or higher. Also, for 2008-09, students taking the SAT scored an average verbal total of 504, an average math total of 505, an average writing total of 478. Students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of student activities. Curriculum related clubs include art, chemistry, chorus, DECA, drama, FBLA, FCCLA, FFA, foreign language, forensics, German, guitar, HOSA, improv, literary magazine, math, military aﬀairs, newspaper, Reading, Show Choir, Video Technology and yearbook. Other activities or organizations

include: Battle of the Brains, Chess, Climbing, Community Problem Solvers Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Future Teachers Association, GSA, Model United Nations, National Honor Society, Peer Mediation, Project Discovery, Quiz Bowl, Ready 4 the Return, SkillsUSA, Show Choir, Students Against Destructive Decisions and Student Cooperative Association (SCA). Community Service organizations include Interact, Ruriteen and WISH (Willing Individuals in Service to Humanity.) In addition there are ensembles and competitive groups in instrumental and vocal music such as guard, marching band, drum line, and show choir. Athletic teams at Powhatan High School compete in the Virginia High School League in the Southside District (Region 1, Group AA). The Indians field boys and girls teams in basketball, cross country, soccer, tennis, and track. Other sports include baseball, field hockey, football, golf, girls’ volleyball, wrestling, and softball. The softball team has captured the state championship four times in the last decade and the football team was state champion in

2003 and 1996 and state runner-up in 1998 and the baseball team was state champion in 2007.

SNOW CLOSINGS Inclement Weather Policy The decision to close school is made by the Superintendent with the advice of many others. On mornings when bad weather is forecast, school division employees begin checking the roads at 3:30 AM to 4:00 AM. They also consult with law enforcement, weather services, other school divisions, and the highway department. Each section of the county is checked since weather conditions can vary a great deal between the eastern and western areas. The determining factor in making decisions is whether or not it is safe for school buses to travel The two-hour delay is put into effect for several reasons, the most obvious being that it allows for a rise in temperatures. Second, the bus drivers have greater visibility because they are traveling in daylight. Third, a twohour delay is sometimes used to allow more time to observe a situation. Generally, some of the buses are on the road by 6:30 a.m., therefore, a clos-

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ing or late opening decision is usually made by 6:00 a.m.

How to fi nd out if there is a delay or closing When there is closing, delay, or early closing once school is in session, the schools notify major radio and television stations. Parents can receive text message alerts about school closings, delays, or schedule changes by registering on the SchoolDispatch link on the Powhatan County Public Schools web site at www.powhatan. k12.va.us. Parents can also sign up for email notification about changes in the school schedules by logging on to www.schoolsout.com. Both notification systems are free, although your phone carrier may charge for receipt of text messages. Please do not call the schools, central oﬃce, or bus shop. Staﬀ will unable to take your calls since they are busy trying to check on road conditions.

Creating a plan Sometimes the weather or situation, such as loss of water dictates an early closing. If parents work, they need to develop a plan for the care of their children if school lets out early. Arrangements for responsible adults to meet children at the bus stop should be in place prior to an emergency closing. Teachers need to be made aware of the need to place children on diﬀerent buses if necessary. When the decision is made to close early, it takes approximately one and a half hours for the buses to be in place and ready to leave. Bus drivers must be located and notified to report to work. Dismissal times are staggered to allow for double-run buses to return for the second pick-up. Please keep in mind that dismissal times are estimates. During bad weather buses move slowly and may take awhile to arrive home.

The school system stresses the need for working parents to develop a plan for the care of their children when they are not in school. When school closes, especially after the school day has begun, children need to know specifically where they are to go and what they are to do. Parents need to be very clear in instructing a child to do what they want them to do, such as, go to a grandparent or a trusted neighbor.

HOME SCHOOLING Information for Parents from the Virginia Department of Education’s Home Instruction in Virginia is as follows: Home Instruction Qualifications: As prescribed in § 22.1-254.1 of the Code, any parent who elects to home instruct a child in lieu of school attendance must meet certain requirements annually. A parent may home instruct a child if: I. The teaching parent holds a high school diploma. (Option I) II. The teaching parent meets the qualifications for a teacher prescribed by the Board of Education. (Option II) III. The teaching parent provides a program of study or curriculum which may be delivered through a correspondence course or distance learning program or in any other manner. (Option III) IV. The teaching parent provides evidence that the parent is able to provide an adequate education for the child. (§ 22.1-254.1.A) (Option IV) Parents who wish to homeschool their child(ren) in Powhatan County should submit their Notice of Intent and other documentation to the Powhatan County School Board Oﬃce by August 15th each year. The contact person is Brenda Voss, Homeschool Registrar, at 598-5700. Parents need

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Additional options for supplying evidence of achievement include “(a) an evaluation letter from a person licensed to teach in any state, or a person with a master’s degree or higher in an academic discipline, having knowledge of the child’s academic progress, stating that the child is achieving an adequate level of educational growth and progress; or (b) a report card or transcript from a community college or college, college distance learning program, or home-education correspondence school.”

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The information manual further states that “If the parent does not provide the required evidence of progress, the superintendent may place the home instruction program on probation for one year. (For the purpose of this provision, “not provided” means either that no information is submitted or the child is not making satisfactory academic progress as determined by the results of testing or the results of an evaluation or assessment.) If this happens, the parent will be required to file a remediation plan and evidence of the ability to provide an adequate education for the child. The superin-

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Blessed Sacrament Huguenot is a private, Catholic college-preparatory school, preschool-12th grade, dedicated to educating the whole child, spiritually, academically, socially and physically. The diverse school family and the traditional structured environment foster communication among students, faculty, home and administration. Recognizing each child’s uniqueness, the school understands the importance of small class size, which allows the faculty to nurture and develop each child’s God-given potential. To that end, each kindergarten class has a maximum of 16 students, first through fifth grade classes have a maximum of 18 students, and classes in grades six through 12 have a maximum of 20 students each. Honors classes are available for high school students and all upper school students are trained in an

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to be aware that they must submit evidence of adequate achievement for each year of home instruction. Home Instruction in Virginia states that “(t)o comply with § 22.1-254.1 of the Va. Code, the parent is required to submit, by the following August 1, evidence of the child’s academic achievement in one of the following ways: 1. Evidence that the child has attained a composite score in or above the fourth stanine on any nationally normed standardized achievement test; or 2. An evaluation or assessment which the school division superintendent determines to indicate that the child is achieving an adequate level of educational growth and progress.”

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intensive “writing across the curriculum” program. Through the upper school seminar classes, students are taught traditional rhetoric, vocabulary, SAT preparation, and power-point presentation skills. BSH strives to equip each and every graduate with the academic skills to excel at the college level. Service to school and community is an important aspect of BSH school life. Social outreach is integral at all levels with active involvement with Jump for Heart, the Christmas Mother, the 2nd Chance Animal Shelter, the Sacred Heart Center, the HEN pantry, the Bishop’s Appeal, the Relay for Life, the American Red Cross, the Crisis Pregnancy Center and many others. In addition students give 30 hours of service to the community through an orchestrated Junior Service Week program. The school life is enhanced by the enormous enthusiasm for all aspects of the Knight’s athletic programs. With 37 individual teams fielded each year, there are multiple opportunities for every student to participate. Football, cross-country, weight lifting, basketball, golf, soccer and baseball are available for boys. Volleyball, cheerleading, tennis, basketball, cross-

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country, golf, soccer and softball are available for girls. BSH is highly competitive in its leagues and enjoys all the benefits that team sports provide for its student body.

AGRICULTURE Powhatan Extension Office 3872 Old Buckingham Rd. Suite B Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-5640 www.ext.vt.edu Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Virginia Cooperative Extension Office provides educational programs to individuals, families, organizations and communities in areas of natural resources, 4-H youth development, family and community services and food nutrition and health. The office houses an agricultural extension agent, who provides assistance and information to the community in all matters of agriculture and forestry, a 4-H program assistant, and an administrative assistant.

4-H program The 4-H program is a community of young people learning leadership,

citizenship and life skills by doing projects, attending camps, and competing in local, state and national events. The program is available to youth ages 5-18, and participants are divided into cloverbud (5-8), juniors (9-13) and seniors (14-18). Enrichment classes and workshops are held throughout the year covering topics such as environmental issues, home safety, babysitting, basic sewing and gardening. The Junior 4-H summer camp is held annually at Jamestown for ages 9-13.

Disaster Program. The agency also maintains aerial photographs of the farmland in the county and also works with local government agencies in regard to land use. Landowners are encouraged to report crops that have been planted and keep records current.

CONSERVATION

Together with the Department of Conservation and Recreation, the MSWCD works with farmers, schools, governments, developers and citizens to improve the water quality in Powhatan and Goochland. The group assists with erosion and sediment control, as well as helps farmers with spreader, sprayer and seeding calibrations to restore nutrients to the soil. The group also works with schools and civic groups and awards scholarships to students to attend Youth Conservation Camp and Forestry Camp each summer. Two college scholarships are awarded each year to students majoring in conservation

Farm Service Agency 16351 Church St. Amelia, Va., 23002 804-561-2147 800-528-3276 The Farm Service Agency administers many federal agricultural programs on the county level, including the Conservation Reserve Program, the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program, the Tobacco Buyout Program, the Price Support Loan and Loan Deficiency Program, the Direct and Counter Cyclical (DCP) Program, the Farm Loan Program, and the Crop

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related fields and scholarships are also awarded to teachers who wish to attend conservation workshops.

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FORESTRY

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ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

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The Department of Forestry in the county oversees 127,163 acres of commercial forestland owned mostly by private individuals. The DOF oﬀers a number of programs to both individuals and commercial tree growers, including forest fire suppression, pine and hardwood reforestation programs, water quality inspections and public education.

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Post Oﬃce Box 428 Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-5553 For more information contact Susan Ash at susan@artsofpowhatan.org www.artsofpowhatan.org The purpose of the Performing Arts Foundation of Powhatan is “to advance artistic and cultural diversity in Powhatan for the enjoyment of our citizens and as a means of building our community.” The foundation was formed in 2006, and held its inaugural event, a performance by the renowned Shanghai Quartet in March of that year. Other events have included Jazz in July and a performance by the Richmond Symphony entitled Kicked Back Classics.

BOOK/WRITING GROUPS Chrysalis Writers Group The group, founded by Judith Land and Anne Latartara, meets the first and third Tuesday of every month in the Powhatan Library’s small con-

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ference room. For more information, call Land at 598-0978 or Latartara at 598-1795.

Eclectic Book Group Founded by Jane Carroll, the group meets the second Tuesday of every month at 10 a.m. at the Powhatan Library. For more information call 598-8771.

Evening Book Group Meets the fourth Wednesday of every month at 6 p.m. at the Powhatan Library. For more information call Judith Land at 598-0978.

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Representative WARE Ware serves in House of Delegates as 65th District rep Lee Ware represents all of the people of Powhatan and citizens residing in the 13 precincts of western Chesterfield in the Virginia House of Delegates for the 65th District. He is serving his sixth full term. With increasing seniority, Ware has gained increasing stature in the legislature, as reflected in his appointment during the 2008 Session as chairman of a major new joint subcommittee of the Coal & Energy Commission to oversee a study of Uranium Mining protocols in the Commonwealth. Delegate Ware serves on three of the principal standing committees of the House. He is a ranking member of the Finance and Commerce & Labor committees, and he is vice chairman of the com-

mittee on Agriculture, Chesapeake, and Natural Resources. Further, he serves by appointment as chairmen of two major subcommittees. In addition, Speaker William J. Howell has appointed Ware to serve on the Small Business Commission, the Commission on Unemployment Compensation, and the Commission on Civics Education. Previously Ware was chairman of the Special Advisory Commission on Mandated Health Benefits. A Republican, Delegate Ware was first elected to the House in a special balloting in January of 1998. More recently, Speaker Howell has termed Ware “one of my all-time favorite delegates,” and he said that Ware is noted for

Delegate Lee Ware “the careful and principled deliberation he brings to every issue that comes before the legislature.” Ware said that, despite his increasing responsibilities within the legislature, his fi rst priority remains representing the interests and responding to the needs

of his fellow residents of the 65th District. Accordingly, he labors to ensure that every inquiry meets with as prompt and thorough a response as is possible for a citizen-legislator. Ware, 57, served two terms on the Powhatan Board of Supervisors, including one year as chairman, and he was the first public school teacher in modern times to serve, by appointment of Governor George Allen, on the State Board of Education. Ware taught for 15 years in Powhatan High School. Currently he is a teacher of History and Government in Blessed Sacrament Huguenot School. Ware was graduated from Wheaton College with a double major in History and Literature, and he has undertaken graduate work at Harvard

College and Virginia Commonwealth University. He was named an Outstanding Teacher on the U.S. Constitution by the John Marshall Foundation. He and his wife, Kathy, who is a certified public accountant, are parents of four grown children, each of whom was graduated from our public schools. Ware is a member of St. John Neumann Church of Powhatan and also regularly attends Sycamore Presbyterian Church in Midlothian.

Delegate Lee Ware, 65th Virginia House District P.O. Box 689, Powhatan, Va. 23139 Telephone: 598-6696 Email is Dellware@house.state. va.us

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Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. 804-598-3951.

Video 2000 Shoppes at South Creek 1800 South Creek One # A Powhatan, Va. 23139 Sun.-Thurs. 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fri. and Sat. 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. 804-378-0001.

NEWSPAPER Powhatan Today 3229 Anderson Hwy Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-4305 804-598-7757 (fax) www.powhatantoday.com Publisher: Joy Monopoli Powhatan natives Eddie Crump and David Cole founded Powhatan Today in June 1986. The weekly newspaper focuses on the people, events and government activities of the Powhatan County community. In addition, several special sections are published annually including spring and fall Home and Garden guides, spring and fall Sports Previews, a yearly Business Profile, a

quarterly Restaurant Guide, and our award-winning Powhatan Profiles, a comprehensive guide to the county. In addition, Powhatan Today develops the football team programs for both Blessed Sacrament Huguenot and Powhatan High School. Starting in January 1997, the newspaper began oﬀering the direct-mail Powhatan Today Weekender. This edition is published bi-monthly and is sent to every household in the county. Powhatan Today has subscribers living in locations from the District of Columbia to as far away as Japan. A member of the Virginia Press Association (VPA) since June, 1987, Powhatan Today has won numerous VPA awards including a “Best in Show” for papers its size in 2005 and 31 awards for advertising and editorial content in 2007. The newspaper was acquired by Media General in 2007 and is now a part of Richmond Suburban Newspapers. Powhatan Today maintains oﬃce hours from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Editorial and classified advertising deadlines are Monday at noon for Wednesday’s publication. Deadlines for advertising space reservation is Friday at 5 p.m. for the following Wednesday’s publication.

The reserved advertising copy deadline is Monday at noon. Deadlines are subject to change during holidays and for special editions. For more information about advertising in Powhatan Today, contact the advertising department at 598-4305. Subscription rates: one year $23.50, two years: $31.50 and three years: $39.50. The newspaper can also be purchased at various locations throughout the county and in Cumberland and Midlothian.

LODGING Erin Hill Bed and Breakfast 3840 Old Buckingham Rd Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-8808 ErinHillBB@aol.com This 1770 Colonial style plantation house oﬀers three bedrooms, and recreation facilities including a hot tub and billiards. Erin Hill is located in Powhatan’s historic village area and is owned by Mr. and Mrs. Larry Temple.

McSweeney Farm B&B 3358 John Tree Hill Road Powhatan, VA 23139 (804) 794-5740 mcsweeneyfarmbandb@gmail.com

Wendy and Pat McSweeney recently opened this new bed and breakfast and are accepting reservations. McSweeney Farm B&B is a colonial style three-story home with a unique English basement that becomes your breakfast area. Guests may choose to have breakfast in the sunroom, the garden room, or, weather permitting, outside on the deck which wraps around the house and faces the James River. A short distance to the lowgrounds at river’s edge would be a great morning hike.

Mill Quarter Plantation Bed and Breakfast 1600 Mill Quarter Road Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-405-3820 Email: roseanne.gutmann@verizon. net The private cottage available to guests at Mill Quarter Plantation provides a fully equipped modern kitchen, a living and dining area and screened-in back porch. Guests also have access to a pool and patio area. The cottage sits on 23 acres owned by Werner and Roseanne Gutmann and is located directly across from Mill

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The Inn at Three Bridge 3081 Three Bridge Road Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-1171 Email: sally@threebridgeinn.com Owned by Jack and Sally Mullikin, The Inn at Three Bridge features a unique colonial bed and breakfast on a ten-acre estate. The Inn oﬀers three large suites, each have separate entrances with private bathrooms, and an in-ground swimming pool. All rooms oﬀer wireless Internet and cable TV. Open year round and during holidays.

RECREATION Camping Cozy Acres Campground 2177 Ridge Road Powhatan, Virginia 23139 www.cozyacres.com 804-598-2470 Open seasonally April 1 through November 15, Cozy Acres oﬀers pull thru “supersites” with 30/50 amp electric, water, sewer, and brick paved patio. The facility also features cot-

tages available for week-end rental, a playground, three fishing ponds, game room, swimming pool, fully stocked camp store, snack bar and propane pump station. Also available is a large clubhouse as well as a picnic shelter that can be rented for reunions, weddings or group functions.

GOLF Independence Golf Club 600 Founders Bridge Boulevard Midlothian, Va. 23113 804-594-0261 www.independencegolfclub.com General Manager: Mike West Independence Golf Club features an 18-hole, par 72 championship course. Designed by world renowned Tom Fazio, and owned by the Virginia State Golf Association Foundation, Independence Golf Club is the area’s newest daily-fee golf course. The club also features a museum, restaurant and a junior golf program. Tee times can be made up to three weeks in advance for VSGA members and up to two weeks in advance for non-VSGA members.

Mill Quarter Plantation Golf

Course 1525 Mill Quarter Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-4221 golf@millquarter.com General Manager: David P. Daniels Mill Quarter is an 18-hole, par 72, 6,943-yard championship course that oﬀers a challenge to even the most experienced golfers. Boasting an Edmund Ault design and memberships or public play, the club oﬀers large dent grass greens and Bermuda fairways, a driving range, a putting green, a snack bar and a complete pro shop. Mill Quarter is open everyday except Christmas and snow days, and is a member of the United States golf Association, the Virginia State Golf Association and the Richmond Golf Association.

HORSES According to the last oﬃcial equine survey performed by the Virginia Agricultural Statistics Service in 2001, there were over 2,100 horses in Powhatan, or approximately one horse for every 11 people. Thoroughbred horses account for the largest segment of the population, with Quarter horses

a close second. The equine industry is thriving in Powhatan, and entry level job opportunities can be found in stables (there are at least 10 boarding barns in the county), tack shops or feed stores. Volunteer opportunities also abound in the therapeutic riding programs (Mesa Vista Therapeutics, Hunter’s Ridge) and equine rescue operations.

Clubs/Organizations Bits ‘N Spurs 4H Foalin’ Around 4H Powhatan Riders 4H 3872 Old Buckingham Rd. Suite B Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-5640

Deep Run Pony Club Fairfield Farms 2104 Rock Castle Road Goochland, Va. 23063 http://www.deeprunhuntponyclub.org

Genito Pony Club 804-784-3850

Virginia Horse Center 487 Maury River Road Lexington, Va. 24450-3374

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540-464-2969 www.horsecenter.org

Virginia Horse Council Post Oﬃce Box 665 Mineral, Va. 23117 1-888-HORSEVA www.virginiahorsecouncil.org

Riding/Stables A Good Penny Farm 3507 Huguenot Trail 804-598-7255 Powhatan, Va. 23139

Garland’s 915 Dorset Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-3657 Barn 804-598-7423 Fax

Hunters Ridge Equestrian Center 2418 Mill Rd Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-393-1459

Level Green Riding School 3350 John Tree Hill Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-794-8463

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Levremont Farm 3066 Ballsville Rd Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-375-9814

Mesa Vista Therapeutics 2650 Judes Ferry Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-363-5812 804-897-0024 www.mesavistafarm.com

Oakdale Farm Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-375-9077

SUPPLIES Bill’s Supply/Feed 6495 Old Buckingham Rd. 804-492-4313

Hertzler Farm and Feed 3209 Buckingham Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-4021

Shady Side Farm and Feed 3260 Maidens Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-4866

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TRAILS Belmead Stables and Riding Club 5001 Cartersville Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-4907

Veterinary Services Deer Creek Equine Center Post Oﬃce Box 644 Powhatan Va., 23139 804-598-3759

Carl Ruble 4177 Old Buckingham Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139

Catalyst Driving Center (Carriage Driving)

Holly Hawks Stables Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-556-4561

Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries 1320 Bellman Rd. Fredericksburg, Va. 22401 540-899-4169 Game Warden: Jeﬀ Green 804-367-1000

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HUNTING AND FISHING

The Powhatan Lakes (which were washed destroyed when a freak summer storm washed the dams away in 2004), have now been restored and plans are underway to add even more amenities. A number of other fishing spots also exist in the county. Four small ponds on the Powhatan Wildlife Management Area offer largemouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie and several brim species. The DGIF maintains two boatlaunching facilities on the James River, offering some of the finest smallmouth bass fishing in Virginia. Maidens Landing is located adjacent to the William Walthall Michaux Bridge on 522 and Watkins Landing is located off

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Tuesday - Friday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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598-7663 Consignment Alley sells everything from antiques to house-wares, furniture, jewelry, architectural accents, wedding dresses, visual decor, garden furniture and accessories, oddities and necessities in between.

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Tuesday - Friday 9am - 7pm Saturday 9am - 2pm Cindy & Sharon, Owners & Stylists 3879 Old Buckingham Rd. Powhatan, VA Phone: 10 Years of Service in the Area

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Wildlife Management areas The Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries manages the 4,462-acre Powhatan Wildlife Management Area and the nearby 2,217-acre Amelia Wildlife Management Area. These lands provide the opportunity for hunting, fishing, trapping. Bating and observing wildlife. Hunting opportunities include deer, turkey, rabbit, squirrel, quail, woodcock and waterfowl. Permit details for hunting rabbit, quail and woodcock in the Amelia Wildlife Management Area can be obtained at the Forest Oﬃce or by calling 434525-7720.

PARKS Fighting Creek Park Located on Mann Rd Fighting Creek Park provides a variety of activities for Powhatan residents to enjoy. A number of county facilities including the Powhatan Public Library, National Guard Armory, Powhatan Animal Shelter, Powhatan Fire Company 1 and the Elizabeth Randolph Lewis Powhatan Family YMCA are located within and around the 220-acre area. In addition, the park includes a playground complete with equipment for children with disabilities, walking trails and athletic fields. Picnic shelters in the park can be reserved for special events. Future plans include a lake, tennis courts, additional picnic shelters, additional concession/restroom facilities, softball and baseball fields, basketball courts, a skateboard park and nature trails. To reserve the picnic shelter, call Shirley Goins with the County Administration oﬃce, at 598-5781.

YOUTH SPORTS Powhatan Youth Athletic Association 804-598-1130 www.pyaasports.com The PYAA is a volunteer organization, which sponsors athletic activities open to all the youth of Powhatan County. During the fall, the organization sponsors football associated with the Chesterfield Quarterback League, and cheering associated with the Chesterfield

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The Powhatan Soccer Association’s 2009 U-10 Fury team had a fantastic season, coming in 2nd in the Capital Cup Tournament.

Cheering League. Baseball and softball are sponsored in the spring and fall and aﬃliated with the Dixie Youth Baseball, Dixie Boys and Majors Baseball and Dixie Softball. While the organization elects officers, each sport also has its own officers. For more information, visit the PYAA website.

Powhatan Soccer Association Recreational League 804-598-4319 www.powhatansoccer.org The Powhatan Soccer Association is a non-profit, volunteer association dedicated to promoting and teaching soccer in Powhatan. PSA supports two programs, the recreational league and the Fury (below) both of which play fall and spring seasons with additional camps, tournaments, skill developments and oﬀ-season activities. The recreational league is instructional and the emphasis is on learning soccer and having fun. Each player will play at least half of every game. These teams practice one a week and games are held Saturdays at either Fighting Creek Park or the Adminis-

tration field based on age. Each season is typically eight games long with an end of season tournament and team party. Fall registration is the first Saturday in July and spring registration is the last Saturday in January. Announcements are placed in Powhatan Today and on the PSA website. The league is always looking for volunteers, and positions include head coach, assistant coach, team parent, concession and field maintenance. Many of PSA’s coaches hold state coaching certificates and all are offered the opportunity for more training.

PSA Fury 804-598-9524 (Kevin Thompson) The Fury program fields competitive teams in the ADSL (U9-U11) and VSLI (U12-U18). These teams participate in tournaments and outside scrimmages and practice twice a week at the Administration fields. Games are held Saturdays and Sundays. Placement on Fury teams is through try-outs, which are held each season in late May and late November.

RESTAURANTS Full Service Allen’s Chinese Restaurant 3430 Anderson Hwy Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-403-3336 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. SundayThursday, 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Traditional American Chinese cuisine.

Asiana Bistro 1800 D South Creek One Powhatan, Va. 23139 804.594.3600 Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Traditional American Chinese cuisine, sushi bar, bar.

Charles House Bar & Grill 600 Founders Bridge Blvd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-594-0378 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

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(Reservations recommended) Salads, sandwiches, appetizers, and entrees such as Maryland Crab Cakes and grilled filet mignon.

Four Seasons Restaurant

Italian Delight

3867 Old Buckingham Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-9133

1795 South Creek One Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-9961

County Seat Restaurant

Tuesday - Saturday 11 a.m. to 9:15 p.m. Sun. 11 a.m. - 8:15 p.m. Italian, Greek, and American cuisine, including fresh steak and seafood.

Sunday through Thursday 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Pizza, sandwiches, American fare and Italian specialties.

Frisby’s

Rosa’s Italian Restaurant

2150 Anderson Hwy Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-794-7553 or 804-794-2308

2470 Anderson Hwy Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-5244

Sun. -Tues. 6 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Wed.Thurs. 6 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sat. 6 a.m. - 5 p.m. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Sun. - Thurs. 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to midnight. Pasta, pizzas, subs, hamburgers, hot dogs, nachos, salads, and ice cream; also serve beer.

3883 Old Buckingham Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-5000 Monday-Thursday 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Specializes in home-baked bread, cakes, and pies. Special services: Banquet facilities, catering, live music on Saturday nights.

El Cerro Azul 2650 Anderson Hwy. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-8400 Tuesday through Thursday 11 a.m. to 9:15 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Saturday 11 to 9:30 p.m. and Sunday noon to 9 p.m. Traditional Mexican cuisine.

Turner’s BBQ 1901-C Anderson Highway (Route 60) Powhatan Station Shopping Center Powhatan, Va. 23139 (804) 379-1440 Hours: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

The Cafe at Maidens 3847 Maidens Road (Route 522) Powhatan, Va. 23139 (804) 598-1967

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11 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. Sun. to Thurs., 11-10:30 Fri. and Sat. Traditional American Chinese cuisine.

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Mon.- Sat. 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Full service deli open daily for breakfast and lunch, box lunch delivery and catering.

Mon- Sat. 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Specialty sandwiches, grilled paninis, salads, and quiche. They also serve fresh baked pastries. Special services: Banquet facilities.

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FAST SERVICE Bruster’s 2602 Anderson Hwy Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-0599 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. seven days a week Ice cream cones and sundaes, waﬄe cones, ice cream pie and cakes, milkshakes, smoothies and Bruster’s Blasts.

China Taste 1800-C South Creek One (next to Food Lion) Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-379-1688 10 a.m. - 11 p.m. seven days a week. Chinese Fast Food Restaurant, take-out only. Lunch and dinner.

Country Food and Furniture Next to Henry’s Market in the Powhatan Station Shopping Center 1901 D Anderson Hwy. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-794-4454 PHOTO BY SKIP ROWLAND

Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Closed Sunday and Tuesday. Sandwiches, soup, homemade macaroni and potato salad.

Domino’s Pizza (take-out or delivery only) 3440 Anderson Hwy Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-0900 Hours: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. seven days a week, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. for carry out Pizza, wings, and breadsticks.

The sushi served at Powhatan’s Asiana Bistro is as beautiful to behold as it is delicious.

McDonald’s 2544 Anderson Hwy. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-6289 Monday through Thursday 5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday and Saturday 5:30 a.m. to 12:00 a.m., Sunday 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Menu excludes shakes and salads.

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Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-SUBS (7827) Sunday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Hot and cold subs, cookies, salads.

Vincenza’s Pizza 2300 Genito Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-9878 Tues. - Sun. 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. for lunch; 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. for dinner. Pizza, wings, appetizers.

GRAB-N-GO Al’s Market Place 3440 Anderson Hwy Powhatan, VA 23139 (804) 598-5500 Mon.- Thurs. 5:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m., Sat. 6 a.m. - 11 p.m., Sun. 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. Fried chicken, potato wedges, side dishes, hot dogs, ribs, bbq, lunch and breakfast sandwiches (deli closes at 6 p.m.)

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Henry’s Market 1901 Anderson Hwy Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-379-3823 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, Saturday 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed Sunday. Fried chicken, hamburgers, hot dogs, bologna burgers, deli sandwiches, fries, onion rings, chicken livers and salads.

Dinwiddie’s Convenience Store 2895 Anderson Hwy 804-598-8124 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Mon. - Thurs. 5:30 a.m. to 9:45 p.m. Fri. - Sat. 5:30 - 9:45 and Sunday 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Hamburgers, corn dogs, fried chicken, homemade salads, deli.

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Powhatan Star Shell/Blimpies 1300 Anderson Hwy Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-897-2480 Hours: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. Blimpies (subs and salads), pizza and chicken.

Red Barn

6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. Breakfast biscuits, hot dogs, barbecue and sandwiches.

5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. 7 days a week. Breakfast, subs, and daily lunch specials.

Between Rt. 13 and 60 804-598-4859 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays. Barbecue, sandwiches, hot dogs, hamburgers, bologna burgers, fries, and breakfast.

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Intersection of Dorset and Genito 2300 Genito Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-3550 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday. Fried chicken, side dishes, deli sandwiches and daily lunch specials.

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5500 Anderson Hwy at Trenholm Road Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-6357 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturdays. Closed on Sundays. Deli sandwiches, subs, hot dogs, hamburgers, and fries.

Beside McDonalds in Flat Rock 2600 Anderson Hwy. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-9474 24 hours a day, 365 days a year Bakery and coﬀee items plus an MTO (Made-to-Order includes breakfast sandwiches).

Shell Food Mart 4201 Anderson Hwy Powhatan, VA 23139 (804) 598-1128 Mon. - Thurs. 5 a.m. - 10 p.m., Fri. and Sat. 5 a.m. - 11 p.m.’ Sun. 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS Community Services Adult Protective Services Hot Line: 1-800-832-3858 Child Protective Services Hot Line: 1-800-552-7096

Capital Area Partnership Uplifting People Powhatan Oﬃce 3930 Anderson Hwy Powhatan, Va. 23139 Powhatan: 804-598-3351 Goochland: 804-556-9800 CAPUP provides an array of needed services to low-income families in both Powhatan and Goochland counties. The organization has provided a changing menu of services depending

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on the communities’ assessment of needs and the funds available to assist individuals with a “Hand-up to Self Sufficiency.” As a non-profit agency established to serve qualified individuals in need, CAPUP continues to provide services or refer individuals to a variety of service providers for assistance. With more than 2,000 individuals in these two counties living below the poverty level, many continue to be in need of food, clothing and adequate, suitable shelter including indoor plumbing, water and wastewater disposal. Defining the number of low-income individuals in Powhatan and Goochland under the state’s definition of “self sufficiency” indicators, the number of poor exceeds 4,000. CAPUP provides services that allow needy individuals to get through a difficult period in their life. “Emergencies” come in the form of a lay-off, unexpected medical or dental need, vehicle repair work including license plates, inspections and personal property taxes and the need for basic food, clothing and adequate shelter. As an agency, the PGCAA works very closely with the community’s faithbased institutions, civic organizations, service organizations and local governmental agencies in order to provide

a service and not duplicate a service. They strive to provide a temporary solution, not a lifetime of care.

Goochland-Powhatan Community Services 3910 Old Buckingham Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-2200 804-598-2697 (emergency) 804-598-3114 (fax) E-mail: gpcsinfo@co.goochland.va.us Website: www.gpcsb.org

Goochland Powhatan Community Services provides a continuum of community-based education, prevention, crisis intervention, counseling, rehabilitation and residential services and support to individuals, families and groups in need of mental health, mental retardation and substance abuse services. The GPCS oﬀers mental health and substance abuse outpatient services, including nursing and psychiatric services, and individual, group and family counseling, 24-hour emergency services for crisis intervention in psychiatric emergencies; mental health, substance abuse and mental retardation case management; residential

support (mental health, substance abuse and mental retardation, group homes, supported apartments, and inhome support); day support services (Monacan Services for adults with mental retardation, Virginia House for adults with serious mental illness); and early intervention for infants and toddlers through age three. The GPCS also places a focus on prevention, providing healthy alternatives to destructive behaviors to youth, families, and individuals.

Powhatan Department of Social Services 3908 Old Buckingham Rd. Suite 2 Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-5630 Child Protective Services Hotline: 1-800-552-7096 Adult Protective Services Hotline: 1-888-832-3858 Director: Lee Burgin The Department of Social Services aims to help residents triumph over poverty, abuse and neglect to create strong futures for themselves, their families and our community. Social Services administers several complex

programs that have significant impact on some of Powhatan’s most needy and vulnerable residents. Services are generally restricted to Powhatan residents and eligibility for some programs is based on income. Programs available through Social Services include: Temporary assistance to needy families (TANF); food stamps; Medicaid; adoption services; adult services; adult and child protective services; day care; foster care and employment services. PSS now also oﬀers a GED preparation program on the premises administered through the Cumberland Regional Adult Education Program.

Elizabeth Randolph Lewis YMCA 2269 Mann Road Powhatan, VA 23139 804-598-0250 804-403-6040 (fax) The Elizabeth Randolph Lewis Powhatan YMCA oﬀers values-based programs designed to help young people build self-esteem, strengthen positive values and establish healthy behaviors. Powhatan’s YMCA is open to all and oﬀers financial assistance for

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membership and programs to those in need. The YMCA does not require members to sign a contract. Opening officially in 2004, the state-of-the-art facility offers childcare and the latest in wellness and aquatic programs. The 10,500 square foot facility includes a wellness center, a child watch area, an aerobics room, locker rooms, a six-lane outdoor pool, a family friendly pool with slide and interactive play fountain and a children’s wading pool. The summer pool hours for family recreational swim are Monday - Thursday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., and Sunday 1 to 7 p.m. The Powhatan YMCA offers land and water aerobics classes, swim lessons for all ages in the year-round pool, free child watch while parents work out, youth basketball leagues, senior adult programs and activities and adult and youth (ages 11-14) fitness orientations. Membership types include youth (12 to 21), young adult (ages 22 to 30), adult (31 to 64) and senior (ages 65 and older), family and senior family (ages 65 and older). Powhatan residents can get a metro membership to enjoy the convenience of membership at every

branch of the YMCA of Greater Richmond or a “branch only” membership.

ORGANIZATIONS Powhatan Chamber of Commerce 3829 Old Buckingham Road P.O. Box 643 Powhatan, VA 23139 804 598-2636 info@powhatanchamberofcommerce.org www.powhatanchamberofcommerce.org www.powhatanwinefestival.com As the Powhatan Chamber of Commerce works toward making a diﬀerence in the economic climate and quality of life in Powhatan, it continues to grow in number and significance in the Powhatan community. The Chamber promotes economic growth, which in turn strengthens the community. It serves as a liaison between business and community support groups, and disseminates tourist and community information. The Chamber serves as a link between businesses and community support groups, and provides a detailed county map as well as the Membership Directory and Consumer Guide. Several years ago the Cham-

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ber launched their ongoing “Give Powhatan the Business” campaign to encourage County residents to shop locally. The Chamber continues this campaign designed to keep sales tax dollars at home by creating the awareness that when residents spend their money for services within the County, not only do local merchants benefit, the County benefits from sales tax revenues generated. A primary attraction for new business growth in the County is the absence of a gross receipts-based business, professional and occupational license tax (BPOL tax). The Chamber is proud to stand up publicly against this unfair tax. The Chamber is a nonprofit association guided by a volunteer Board of Directors. They are: Dan Jones, Christy Polster, Kathy Grasty, Ray Dewey, Sandy Duncan, Coley Eckenrode, Tuck Pulliam, Ron Smith, Shelia Sowell, and Joe Walton. Sherry Swinson serves as an ex oﬃcio member of the board. The board changes every year, with board members serving 3 years terms. This year has been an exciting year for the Chamber with the addition of Powhatan’s newest community event: Powhatan’s 4th Fridays. Held

the 4th Friday of each month from May thru September, this event is consistently drawing approximately 2000 people to Friday Park which has been created in the Southcreek Industrial Park. Many businesses and charities have come together to bring our county together and have given over $10,000 back to the community since its inception in May. The 7th annual Powhatan’s Festival of the Grape continues to be an exceptional event with 23 wineries, over 100 arts and craft and food vendors and live music and is the Chamber’s primary fundraiser. Hosted in our beautiful and historic courthouse square, this year the 24th of October event will bring up to 6000 attendees to enjoy Virginia wines. Currently, over 200 businesses are joined under the Chamber and we welcome businesses and citizens who wish to work with us to bring great people together to make exceptional things happen. If you would like more information, please contact Tina or Diane in the Chamber oﬃce at 598-2636.

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Extension Service/Homemakers Clubs to meet the needs of the less fortunate in our community. In 1988 the program became the Powhatan Christmas Mother’s Everyday Committee, which assists neighbors in need throughout the county. It is in operation throughout the entire year to help families (especially children and the elderly) with special emergencies. The Committee and the Christmas Mother work closely with the Social Services Department. As this is strictly a volunteer program, manpower and funds must be donated by the community. Each year the schools, churches, businesses, community groups and residents donate goods and the funding to purchase gifts, food, clothing and toys. The Christmas Mother Committee has oﬃce and storage space in the old War Memorial Building on Skaggs Rd. This is the hub for collecting donations, preparation of gifts and gift boxes and the pick up and delivery of Christmas boxes. The Christmas Mother program accepts monetary donation or contribution at any time throughout the year. Next season’s Christmas Mother will be announced in the fall.

Family and Community Educators 804-598-2266 The Virginia Association for Family and Community Education was founded in 1923. Powhatan’s first club, Genito Extension Willing Workers Home Demonstration Club, first met on March 7, 1925 The FCE mission is to strengthen individuals, families and communities through education and leadership development. Community service projects undertaken by the group include assisting the homeless, and taking part in Operation Smile.

Habitat for Humanity Powhatan Post Oﬃce Box 416 Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-794-1700 hfh.powhatan@verizon.net Habitat for Humanity-Powhatan was established in 2001. Habitat for Humanity is an ecumenical, Christian ministry, founded on the basic principle that all people should have simple, decent housing and that helping people get out of housing should be a matter of conscience.

While the building of a house is what HFH is most well known for, the work of the aﬃliate goes all year. Other committees include construction, public relations, family selection, family support, finance and volunteers. There are many people working behind the scenes, doing things most people never hear about, with the ultimate goal of building a house for another deserving partner family. Volunteers are always welcome. People wishing to be on the Board, on committees, or help in any way are welcome.

Huguenot Ruritan Club 804-598-0777 www.ruritan.org The Huguenot Ruritan Club has served Powhatan County since 1976. The civic organization is open to those who are interested in improving the community. Monthly meetings include dinner and are held on the first Monday of each month at Old Powhatan Baptist Church (2202 Old Church Rd.), beginning at 7 p.m. Traditionally, fund raising activities within the Ruritan Club have included yard sales, raﬄes and concession sales at many Powhatan-area

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auctions and horse shows. In addition to contributing to numerous organizations throughout the county, including Hunters for the Hungry, Operation Post Prom, and the Powhatan Volunteer Fire Departments and Rescue Squads, the HRC sponsors the annual Powhatan County volunteer Citizen of the Year award. The award recognizes a resident of Powhatan County who exemplifies the spirit of volunteerism promoted by the National Ruritan organization. The club presents a plaque to each year’s recipient, as well as making a contribution in the recipient’s name to a charity of their choice. The Huguenot Ruritan Club is also active in several ecological projects, most notably the Virginia Department of Transportation’s Adopt A Highway program, where the club organizes quarterly trash pickup along Page Road. A 30-by-50 foot picnic shelter, financed and built by the Ruritan Club, sits in the new Fighting Creek Park. The shelter is available for use by all Powhatan residents with no fee by calling the county administrators office to reserve a date.

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Powhatan County Historical Society 3880 Old Buckingham Road (behind the Courthouse) Post Oﬃce Box 562 Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-1139 http://www.powhatanhistoricalsociety.org Founded in 1975, the Powhatan County Historical Society is open to all interested persons. Dues are $15 per year for individuals, $25 per year for families. The membership year begins June 1 and ends May 31 and an application can be downloaded from the organization’s website. Meetings are held quarterly with speakers commonly reserved for the spring and fall sessions. The group also hosts a summer picnic in June and a December Christmas social, both of which are held at historic Powhatan homes. The Historical Society operates a museum, which is open for selected exhibits, at specified times and by appointment. They also hold historical tours of the courthouse area and provide articles about Powhatan’s past in the local press.

Gail Timberlake, a teacher at Powhatan High School and avid community volunteer, was selected as the 2009 Christmas Mother. Among her duties: coordinating Christmas gift donations and distribution for hundreds of needy area children. PHOTO BY ROSLYN RYAN

Powhatan Leadership Institute 3872 Old Buckingham Road, Suite B Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-5640 804-598-2477 (fax) tdyke@vt.edu The Powhatan Leadership Institute, formed in 2005, encourages citizens to get involved in community activities and local government functions. According to its mission statement, the PLI “informs, educates and enlightens interested citizens about issues facing the county to foster citizen involvement in making Pow-

hatan an even more desirable place to live, work and enjoy life.” Through involvement in this class, graduates are acquainted with day-to-day operations of County government, and increased awareness of opportunities and problems being faced in Powhatan. Potential leaders are identified

through participation in this program and encouraged to take a more active role in the community. Many graduates of the PLI are already actively serving in the community. This year the program graduated 27 students and will begin taking applications for the next session in

late 2007.

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The Powhatan Lions Club has been providing services and funds to county residents for 30 years. One of the club’s main services is to help the people who have trouble with their eyesight. In addition to paying for the eye exams and glasses for eight to 15 deserving people who qualify financially every year, the club provides funds to help blind persons get seeing eye dogs, and special radios to the sight impaired so they can hear broadcast of the Virginia Voice. Certified Lions Club eye screeners work in conjunction with the Powhatan County School Health Services to screen the eyes of students every year using a visual acuity test and a stereopsis test.

such as stew sales, barbeque sales and a variety of activities to raise money to help people in the community in time of need or crisis. All proceeds raised go to people chosen for these needs. The PRC sponsors clubs such as Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts and cuts firewood to deliver to the elderly in cold weather months.

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Meetings are on the second Thurs. 6:30 p.m. Powhatan United Methodist Church 2253 Rosson Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-7220

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The Powhatan Ruritan Club is a civic organization open to those who are interested in improving the community. The club holds fundraisers

that provides an enhanced quality of life for all residents. Our purpose is to preserve, protect and retain our rural character while promoting low impact economic development by actively participating in a comprehensive process where citizens, business/civic leaders, developers and our governing body all cooperate to achieve mutually beneficial community goals.”

Powhatan Garden Club 804-598-2650 The Club is aﬃliated with the Virginia Federation of Garden Clubs and has been active in Powhatan for over 40 years. Members learn about growing plants and floral design. For further information about the Garden Club, please contact President, Pam Mann at 598-2650.

Powhatan Tomorrow is a public organization devoted to helping shape the future of Powhatan County. Membership to the group is free. According to their vision statement, the group strives to “ensure Powhatan is a county with a vibrant and diverse community, a healthy environment and a vigorous economy

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Powhatan Woman’s Club 804-375-9814 The Powhatan Woman’s Club meets the third Wednesday of every month from September to May. A social and service organization, the group runs the Powhatan Clothes Closet and contributes to charitable organizations and scholarships. For more information contact Liz Sabbatini at 375-9814.

within the community, encourage interest in education, philanthropy, public welfare, moral values and fine arts and to enrich its member’s lives and the lives of others by becoming an active volunteer. The Powhatan Junior Woman’s Club sponsors and supports various projects and events within the community including the Annual Holiday Gift Harvest, the Powhatan Christmas Mother, Relay for Life, the Powhatan County Public Library and more. In addition, the club provides scholarships to local high school students. The Powhatan Junior Woman’s Club meets the third Tuesday of every month from September to May. Meetings are held in the Armory Building at 7:00 p.m. Membership is open to women over the age of 18. For information on the club or on becoming a member, please call membership chair Joy Matkowsky at 492-3038.

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The Powhatan Junior Woman’s Club is a non-profit, volunteer organization, which was organized and federated in 1964. The purpose of the club is to promote friendship, share talents

The following eloquently sums up the mission of Powhatan’s Relay for Life, an organization dedicated to raising money to aid in the fight against cancer:

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“We have hundreds of people in our community in attendance. We have celebrated with those who are cancer survivors and we have cried over those who have lost their battle. We have wrapped our arms around those who are fighting and winning the battle right now, this very minute. We are a small county with individuals and businesses who give so that maybe one more loved one will win their fight.” Before losing her courageous battle with cancer in 2003, Sharon Pike started the county’s first Relay for Life event 11 years ago. Volunteers work tirelessly to raise significant amounts of money so research, education, advocacy, and service can be available to those facing the disease. Powhatan County consistently ranks among the highest counties in the nation per capita in fundraising.

Retail Merchants Association 804-598-1171 mawmullikin@yahoo.com www.retailmerchants.com The Retail Merchants Association is pleased to oﬀer retailers and other businesses in the growing Powhatan region the opportunity to become members and take advantage of the RMA’s many benefits. The RMA is the only trade association with representatives living and working in the multiple jurisdictions we represent throughout Central Virginia. Local Retail Merchants Association members enjoy numerous benefits, including ways to save on advertising and marketing, representation at the Virginia General Assembly, and networking events with fellow retailers and other businesses at local RMA Powhatan Chapter meetings.

CHURCHES Baptist Churches Faith Free Will Baptist Church Genito Road 804-598-2431 (fax) Fellowship Baptist Church 2901 Judes Ferry Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-794-8939 Fine Creek Baptist Church 3619 Huguenot Trail Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-3070

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First Antioch Baptist Church, 3920 Maidens Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-2301 Sunday school 10:15 a.m., service 11 a.m. First Baptist Church of Powhatan 2109 Anderson Hwy Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-794-7054 Morning service 11 a.m., evening service 7 p.m. Graceland Baptist Church 975 Dorset Rd. 804-598-3481 Powhatan, Va. 23139 Service 11 a.m., early contemporary worship service 8:30 a.m. Greenbrier Baptist Church 4731 Bell Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-5491

Service at 11 a.m. Mt. Pero Baptist Church Located on Cook Road Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-492-9135 Services are the first and third Sunday of every month at 11 a.m. Mt. Zion Baptist Church 6271 Ridge Rd. (.5 mile oﬀ Rt. 60) Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-2051 Service at 11 a.m. Muddy Creek Baptist Church 3470 Trenholm Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-375-9212 Service at 11 a.m. Old Powhatan Baptist Church 2202 Old Church Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-4241 Services Sun. at 8:45 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Guildfield Baptist Church 2550 Manakintown Ferry Road, Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-794-3109 Rev. Walter Roy

Pine Hill Baptist Church 609 Worsham Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-329-1259

Holly Hills Baptist Church 1659 Anderson Hwy Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-379-8930 Service at 11 a.m.

Pleasant Grove Baptist Church 3090 Judes Ferry Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-379-8402, Service at 11 a.m.

Hollywood Baptist Church 3964 Old Buckingham Rd., Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-2763, Service at 11 a.m.

Red Lane Baptist Church 2095 Red Lane Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-2455, Service at 11 a.m., contemporary service 8:30 a.m.

Little Zion Baptist Church 5680 Cartersville Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-375-9404, Service at 11 a.m. May Memorial Baptist Church Route 13 in the Village 3922 Old Buckingham Rd. 804-598-3098 Service at 11 a.m. Mt. Calvary Baptist Church 2020 Red Lane Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-2398 Service at 11 a.m. Mt. Moriah Baptist Church 5780 Mt. Moriah Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-5328 804-690-9447

St. James Baptist Church Lee’s Landing Road Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-2667, Service at 11 a.m. Second Antioch Baptist Church 1059 Dorset Rd., Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-4409, Service at 11 a.m. Shiloh Baptist Church Old River Trail Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-5430 Service at 11 a.m.

Episcopal Churches Emmanuel Episcopal Church 2390 Emmanuel Church Rd.

Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-2946, 9:15 a.m. Manakin Episcopal Church 985 Huguenot Trail Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-794-6401 Services Sun. at 8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. St. Luke’s Episcopal Church 2245 Huguenot Trail Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-794-6953 Services Sun. at 9:15 and 11 a.m.

Other Denominations Bethesda Church of God 2480 Academy Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-7159 Services Sun. at 10:30 a.m. Thurs. DRoad Youth Night 6 p.m. Emmaus Christian Church 1801 Huguenot Trail Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-378-3607 Services Sun. at 10 a.m. Family Worship Center 1348 Anderson Hwy Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-379-8223 Services Sun. at 10 a.m. Full Gospel Church 5415 Old Buckingham Rd., Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-8583 Services Sun. at 11:30 a.m. Genito Presbyterian Church 2910 Genito Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-2086 Services Sun. at 9:45 a.m. Gospel Way Tabernacle 2840 Huguenot Trail Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-7947 Services at 11 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sun.; 7 p.m. Thurs Hobson’s Chapel United Methodist Church Route 13 near Tobaccoville 804-492-4366 Services Sun. at 9:45 a.m. Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 3228 Buckingham Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-7588

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Powhatan resident Tommy Walton receives the Huguenot Ruritan Club’s 2008 Volunteer Citizen of the Year award from Ruritan Club President Jim Cox. PHOTO BY ROSLYN RYAN

New Harvest Assembly of God 3931 Old Buckingham Rd. 804-403-3100 Services Sun. at 10:30 a.m.; Youth service at 6 p.m. New Hope Fellowship 3958 Anderson Hwy Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-HOPE 804-492-3258 Services Sun. at 10:30 a.m. New Jerusalem Holy Temple Old Buckingham Road Powhatan, Va. 23139

804-598-3352 Powhatan Christian Fellowship 3308 Pleasants Road 804-598-0733 Services Sun. at 11 a.m. Powhatan Community Church Meets at Powhatan High School 1600 Judes Ferry Road Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-1174 Services Sun. at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Powhatan Mennonite Church 3540 Old Buckingham Rd.

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Refuge Assembly of Yahweh Yahoushua The Messiah 2080 Huguenot Trail Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-794-8119 Rocky Oak Pentecostal Church Rocky Oak Road Shekinah Christian Fellowship Powhatan Village Building Services Sun. at 10 a.m. St. John Neumann Catholic Church 2480 Batterson Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139

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804-598-3754 Services Sat. at 5 p.m.; Sun. 8:30 and 11 a.m. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints 1957 Capeway Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-403-3963 Services at 10:20 a.m. The Faith Word Church 3895 Old Buckingham Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-1364 Services at 10:30 a.m. Towerlight Faith Center 4000 Anderson Hwy Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-1454 The Coalition of Powhatan Churches, a gathering of many of the religious groups in the county for the purpose of strengthening the community, meets the third Tuesday of each month at Red Lane Baptist Church at 7 p.m. For more information call Patsy Goodwyn at 598-4464.

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Senator John Watkins joined a handful of Powhatan children in cutting the ribbon on the Powhatan sidewalk project.

REPRESENTATIVES Delegate Lee Ware 65th Virginia House District P.O. Box 689 Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-6696 Email: Dellware@house.state.va.us Lee Ware represents all of the people of Powhatan and citizens residing in the thirteen precincts of western Chesterfield in the Virginia House of Delegates for the 65th District. He is serving his sixth full term. With increasing seniority, Ware has gained increasing stature in the legislature, as reflected in his appointment during the 2008 Session as chairman of a major new

joint subcommittee of the Coal & Energy Commission to oversee a study of Uranium Mining protocols in the Commonwealth. Delegate Ware serves on three of the principal standing committees of the House. He is a ranking member of the Finance and Commerce & Labor committees, and he is vice chairman of the committee on Agriculture, Chesapeake, and Natural Resources. Further, he serves by appointment as chairmen of two major subcommittees. In addition, Speaker William J. Howell has appointed Ware to serve on the Small Business Commission, the Commission on Unemployment Compensation, and the Commission on Civics Education. Previously Ware

was chairman of the Special Advisory Commission on Mandated Health Benefits. A Republican, Delegate Ware was first elected to the House in a special balloting in January of 1998. More recently, Speaker Howell has termed Ware “one of my all-time favorite delegates,” and he said that Ware is noted for “the careful and principled deliberation he brings to every issue that comes before the legislature.” Ware said that, despite his increasing responsibilities within the legislature, his first priority remains representing the interests and responding to the needs of his fellow residents of the 65th District. Accordingly, he labors to ensure that every

inquiry meets with as prompt and thorough a response as is possible for a citizen-legislator. Ware, 57, served two terms on the Powhatan Board of Supervisors, including one year as chairman, and he was the first public school teacher in modern times to serve, by appointment of Governor George Allen, on the State Board of Education. Ware taught for 15 years in Powhatan High School. Currently he is a teacher of History and Government in Blessed Sacrament Huguenot School. Ware was graduated from Wheaton College with a double major in History and Literature, and he has undertaken graduate work at Harvard College and Virginia Commonwealth

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University. He was named an Outstanding Teacher on the U.S. Constitution by the John Marshall Foundation. He and his wife, Kathy, who is a certified public accountant, are parents of four grown children, each of whom was graduated from our public schools. Ware is a member of St. John Neumann Church of Powhatan and also regularly attends Sycamore Presbyterian Church in Midlothian.

State Senator John Watkins 10th District Post Oﬃce Box 159 Midlothian, Va. 23113-0159 804-379-2063 Jnwatkins@aol.com When the General Assembly is in session: Post Oﬃce Box 396, Richmond, Va. 23218 804-698-7510 Email: District10@sov.state.va.us John C. Watkins, a Republican, began serving in the Virginia State Senate in 1998. Senator Watkins was elected to complete the unexpired four-year term of Senator Joe Benedetti and was then reelected for the 2000 and 2004 terms to serve the citizens of the 10th District. The district includes Amelia and Powhatan counties, part of Chesterfield, Cumberland, Goochland and Henrico counties and part of the City of Richmond. Prior to his Senate election, he represented Chesterfield and Powhatan counties for 16 years as a member of the Virginia House of Delegates. Watkins serves on the following committees in the Senate: Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources, Commerce and Labor, Finance and Transportation. Senator Watkins also serves as Chairman for the Virginia Geographic Information Network Advisory

Board, the Commission on Unemployment Compensation and the Virginia Chairman for the Virginia-North Carolina High-Speed Rail Compact Commission. Additionally, Senator Watkins serves on the Commission on Electric Utility Restructuring, the Board of Trustees of the Virginia Tobacco Settlement Foundation, the Southern States Energy Board, the Joint Commission on Technology and Science, the Secure Commonwealth Panel, the Virginia Housing Commission and the Joint Subcommittee on Open Space and Farmland Preservation. He sits on the Board of Directors of CJW Medical Center and serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Bank of Powhatan. Watkins is also involved in many civic organizations including the Midlothian Rotary Club, the Chesterfield Business Council, American Legion Post 186, Chesterfield Historical Society, Powhatan Performing Arts-Board of Trustees, Midlothian Friends of the Library, Virginia Tech Alumni Association and the Habitat for Humanity-Powhatan as honorary board member. The senator received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture/Horticulture from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. He served in the United States Army from 1969 to 1971. Watkins has three sons and two grandchildren. He and his wife, Kathy, currently reside in Midlothian.

Congressman J. Randy Forbes Virginia’s Fourth District 307 Cannon House Oﬃce Building Washington, D.C. 20515 202-225-6365 Colonial Heights Oﬃce 2903 Boulevard, Suite B Colonial Heights, Va. 23834 804-526-4969 Randy Forbes represents the

Fourth Congressional District of Virginia. Elected in a special election in 2001, he is now serving his fourth term in the U.S. House of Representatives. Forbes focuses his eﬀorts in Congress on protecting the security and sovereignty of our nation, preserving the moral and historical roots of our country, strengthening our military and supporting veterans, growing educational opportunities for our children, and promoting economic development through fiscal responsibility. As a member of the House Judiciary committee, Forbes addresses significant national issues including illegal immigration, combating terrorism, balancing the federal budget and reforming healthcare. He is Ranking Member on the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism and Homeland Security. He received national recognition for his work to protect communities by authoring the Alien Gang Removal Act, which provides for the immediate deportation of aliens who are found to be members of violent criminal gangs. He also sits on the Subcommittee on Immigration, Border Security and Claims. On the House Armed Services Committee, Forbes works to provide our military with the proper tools, facilities, and training. He is the founder of the Congressional Modeling and Simulation Caucus, the Congressional China Caucus, and cochair of the Navy and Marine Corps Caucus. Since taking oﬃce, Forbes has sponsored legislation ranging from the prosecution of Weapons of Mass Destruction to the reformation of the military mail system. Forbes also sits on the Armed Services Readiness Subcommittee, which oversees the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) process. His work in the most recent BRAC process nearly doubled the personnel assigned to

Ft. Lee and kept the Defense Supply Center Richmond open. In addition, Forbes was awarded the U.S. Navy’s highest civilian honor, the Distinguished Public Service Award, for his committed service and leadership in advancing the U.S. Navy. Forbes is the founder of the Congressional Prayer Caucus whose purpose is to recognize the vital role that prayer by individuals of all faiths has played in Congress and in America. A life-long resident of Virginia, Forbes began his career in the private practice of law and ultimately became a partner in the largest law firm in southeastern Virginia. From 19892001, he served the Commonwealth of Virginia in the General Assembly. As a member of the House of Delegates, he served seven years, quickly establishing himself and serving as the Republican Floor Leader until his election to the State Senate in 1997. One year later, he became the Senate Republican Floor Leader. He served in the State Senate for 3 1/2 years, until his election to the U.S. House of Representatives. Forbes was chief patron of some of Virginia’s most important legislation in the past decade ranging from state funding for school construction to the abolition of parole. From 1997-2001, he also served as the Chairman of the Republican Party of Virginia. Forbes graduated from Great Bridge High School in Chesapeake in 1970. He was valedictorian of his 1974 class at Randolph-Macon College. In 1977, Forbes graduated from the University of Virginia School of Law. He was born and raised in Chesapeake, Virginia where he still resides with his wife Shirley. He and Shirley have been married since 1978 and have four children: Neil, Jamie, Jordan, and Justin.

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EMERGENCY SERVICES Powhatan County Fire Department 3872 Old Buckingham Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-5646 Emergency: 911 Chief of Fire and Emergency Medical Services: Rick Bucher Powhatan County is still a rural county in terms of firefighting, relying mostly on a tanker shuttle operation to deliver water to fire scenes. The fire companies are staďŹ&#x20AC;ed by allvolunteer firefighters. The Powhatan Fire Administration oďŹ&#x192;ce is located at 3872 Old Buckingham Rd. and is staďŹ&#x20AC;ed by part-time county fire chief, a part-time assistant fire chief, a fulltime oďŹ&#x192;ce manager, and a volunteer medical oďŹ&#x192;ce. The oďŹ&#x192;ce is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘ Company 1 is located at 3971 Old Buckingham Rd and operates with about 30 members. The company operates a tanker, a brush truck, and a pick-up vehicle to respond to emergencies.

â&#x20AC;˘ Company 2, located at 1922 Urbine Rd. new fire station. The company operates a fire engine, a tanker, a brush truck, a heavy rescue rig and a Suburban for responding to life threatening medical emergencies. â&#x20AC;˘ Company 3, located at 6377 Old Buckingham Rd, operates a fire engine, a tanker, a four-wheel drive attack vehicle and a Suburban. â&#x20AC;˘ Company 4, located at 1895 Huguenot Trail operates a fire engine, a tanker, a squad rig for salvage and hazardous materials operations, a gator for brush fires, and a Suburban. â&#x20AC;˘ Company 5 is located at 5631 Anderson Highway and operates a fire engine, a tanker, a brush truck and a GMC Jimmy.

Powhatan Volunteer Rescue Squad Post OďŹ&#x192;ce Box 247 Powhatan, Va. 23139 Non-emergency 804-598-2911 Dispatch 804-598-5656 Emergency: 911 The Powhatan Volunteer Rescue Squad serves residents and visitors of Powhatan County as a 24-hour

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Powhatan SheriďŹ&#x20AC;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s OďŹ&#x192;ce Post OďŹ&#x192;ce Box 133 Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-598-5652 The Powhatan County SheriďŹ&#x20AC;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s OďŹ&#x192;ce is the chief law enforcement agency in Powhatan, and is under the direction of SheriďŹ&#x20AC; Gregory A. Neal. The SheriďŹ&#x20AC;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s OďŹ&#x192;ce is responsible for courtroom security, civil process, inmate transportation and housing, criminal investigations, patrol, traffic control, emergency 911 dispatch, animal control and victim/witness assistance. UndersheriďŹ&#x20AC; Chris DeHart and Chief Deputy Dan Giardini serve alongside SheriďŹ&#x20AC; Neal. Chief Deputy Giardini is in charge of overseeing investigations, dispatch, civil process and victim/witness. He is also the Asset Forfeiture coordinator and is in charge of the Crime Solvers Program. Citizens who have information regarding crimes are advised to call 598-5654, are not required to give their names or testify in court, and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000 for information. Giardini is also the contact person for Powhatan Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new TRIAD program. UndersheriďŹ&#x20AC; DeHart oversees uniform

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operations, animal control, school resource and training divisions. Undersheriff DeHart also commands the Sheriff’s Special Response Team (SRT). The SRT handles high risk calls such as warrant/search warrants, hostage situations, armed, mental or suicidal subjects, and provides mutual aid to State Police and surrounding counties where specialized equipment or training is needed. He also oversees highway safety programs involving education and enforcement. The Sheriff’s Office support staff are Lisa Fleming, Administrative Staff Specialist; Anne Reynolds, Crime Analyst; and Cathy Neal, Courts and Civil Process Assistant. The Courtroom/Civil Process Division is supervised by Sgt. Bob Krusniak and has two full-time deputies and two part-time deputies. This division averages over three days a week providing courtroom security for the General District, Juvenile and Domestic, and Circuit Courts. These deputies also serve all of the civil process warrants and subpoenas as well as handling the prisoner transportation to and from courts and local and regional jails. Larry Barden holds a part-time position and is a Virginia licensed polygraph examiner who

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conducts polygraphs for the Sheriﬀ’s Oﬃce. The communications section receives calls for service and dispatches emergency services personnel, including police, fire and rescue, and entered nearly 19,000 calls for service in 2008. Donna Skeens is the Communications Manager over nine fulltime dispatchers and three part-time dispatchers. Lt. Kevin Wolfe supervises the detective division and is responsible for criminal investigations with two full-time investigators. Training, supervised by 1st Sgt. Scott Lane, ensures that all deputies meet basic and in-service training requirements mandated by the Dept. of Criminal Justice Services and coordinates all special and elective training. DeHart and Lane and are responsible for writing grants that assist with equipment purchases, overtime and additional law enforcement personnel. Patrol deputies are supervised by Lt. Randy Stickels and 1st Sgt. Adam Sadler, and 3 Corporals within the patrol unit supervise the various shifts. Patrol deputies answer calls for service, take preliminary reports on crimes, perform fingerprinting, conduct DUI checkpoints, and are

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responsible for traffic control, speed enforcement, crash investigations, assist civil process with inmate transports, and do business and residential security checks. Patrol deputies also participate in special events within Powhatan County, give civic talks, and conduct bicycle safety clinics. The patrol unit has two deputies trained to conduct commercial motor vehicle inspections, and also has a specialized substance/drug canine to aid in the detection of narcotics as well as a multi-trained canine for drugs, searches, patrol, etc.. Four deputies are assigned to the School Resource Division including the supervisor, Sgt. Mark Johnson. SRO’s provide education to students during the school year through Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE), Class Action programs, and other classroom education. They assist school administration with safety and truancy issues, and provide security during school hours and at extracurricular events. SRO’s also conduct school-related criminal investigations. During the summer months one SRO deputy is assigned to summer school while the remainder assist in other divisions of the Sheriff’s Office. Sgt. Christine Boczar leads the

Animal Control division with two full-time deputies and one office assistant. The deputies have law enforcement certifications in addition to animal control training and are responsible for animal protection and enforcement of state and local laws. Animal Control handles primarily domestic animal calls, but is also called upon for removal of snakes or rabid animals. The majority of wildlife calls are directed to the Dept. of Game and Inland Fisheries. The Animal Control Shelter is located at 4000 Old Plantation Road and hours are Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and by appointment. Anyone wishing to adopt an animal may call 598-5672. The Victim/Witness coordinator for Powhatan and Cumberland County is Wendy McClellan. Her office falls under the direction of the Sheriffs of both jurisdictions by order of the Commonwealth, and is a grant-funded position obtained by the Powhatan County Sheriff’s Office. Ms. McClellan advises crime victims of their rights pursuant to the Crime Victims Bill of Rights Act, which involves the areas of protection, financial availability, notification, victim input and courtroom services. She is a past member of the State Crime

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Commission’s Sex Offender Registry Task Force and former President of the Virginia Network for Victims and Witnesses of Crime. Ed Boyer and Bob Wood are Powhatan County Magistrates and work directly for the Supreme Court, not the Sheriff. Their office is located within the Sheriff’s Office. To set up an appointment with a magistrate, please call the Sheriff’s Office dispatcher or the Magistrate’s office at 598-5658. The Sheriff’s Office has a bike unit used for traffic and crowd control, pedestrian and bicycle safety, security, parades, bike rodeos, graduations and large community events. A list of the phone numbers for the various Sheriff’s Office departments is included for your reference. Sheriff Neal states, “The population of Powhatan County continues to grow at a fast pace. In conjunction with this growth, crime, traffic, County activities and calls for service increase as well. The Sheriff’s Office has stayed abreast of the County’s significant growth and is dedicated to the highest level of protection and services to its citizens and businesses. I am fortunate to be the Sheriff of Powhatan County and am proud of my personnel. Our excellent working relationship with the Dept. of Virginia State Police, the Commonwealth Attorney’s office, the private and public school systems and other Sheriff’s Offices enables us to serve Powhatan’s citizens most effectively. “

State Police Virginia State Police Area Six Headquarters 1765 Anderson Hwy. Powhatan, Va. 23139 804-379-8645 804-553-3445 (24 hour dispatch) #77 (cell phone) Troopers assigned to Area Six are also responsible for Amelia and Chesterfield counties and the City of Colonial Heights. First Sgt. D. Wayne Holland supervises approximately 45 sworn and non-sworn personnel. Area Six State Police handle requests made of them 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Troopers investigate motor vehicle crashes, work radar, patrol all primary and secondary highways, answer calls for assistance, give

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safety talks to the public and private school systems, and perform crime prevention assessments upon requests for residential and commercial establishments. Area Six State Police provides the use of their canine (K-9), tact team, search teams and helicopters for the Sheriﬀ’s Department when requested. The Virginia State Police also has a med-flight program that serves the Richmond metropolitan area that includes Chesterfield, Powhatan and Amelia counties and Colonial Heights. Those with any requests for civic programs, crime prevention programs, drug abuse programs, or assistance in general, should contact their local state trooper or the Area Six oﬃce 24 hours a day.

MEDICAL SERVICES Chiropractic/Phy. Therapy Dr. Jamie L. Higley 3430 C Anderson Hwy. Powhatan, Va. 23139 Mon., Wed., Fri., 8:30 a.m. to noon and 2 to 6 p.m. Tues. 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Thurs. 2 to 6 p.m. and Sat. by appointment. After hours emergencies 598-0885. 804-598-6300 drhigley@earthlink.net

Powhatan Physical Therapy 555 Standing Ridge Dr. Suite C-1 Powhatan, Va. 23139 Mon.-Thurs 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Tues. 7:30 a.m. to noon; Wed. 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Fri. 7 a.m. to noon. 804-794-9023

Wellness First Integrative Health Center 1660 Anderson Hwy. Powhatan, Va. 23139 Mon., Wed., Fri. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.; Tues. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Thurs. 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.; Closed Sat. and Sun. 804-897-3478

3852 Old Buckingham Rd. Powhatan, Va. 23139 Mon., Tues., Thurs. and Fri. 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wed. 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 804-598-3500

Dr. Peter Matkowsky 1664 Anderson Hwy, Suite C Powhatan, Va. 23139 Mon. -Thurs. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays reserved for sedation appointments 804-897-3339

Don Murry, DDS 3250 Anderson Hwy. Powhatan, Va. 23139 Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 804-598-2600

Powhatan Gentle Dentistry Drs. Hyer and Pfab 2105 Academy Road Mon.-Thurs. 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Fri. by appointment 804-598-8951.

PHYSICIANS Midlothian Family Practice 3510 Anderson Highway Powhatan, Va. 23139 There is a physician on call 24 hours a day. Office hours are Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (urgent care is available on Sat. from 8:30-noon at the Midlothian Family Practice Village office. This office is located at 13332 Midlothian Turnpike, Midlothian, Va. 804-7945598) 804-598-3100

Powhatan Family Physicians 1820 Anderson Hwy. Powhatan, Va. 23139 Doctors are on call 24 hours a day. Oﬃce hours are Mon. 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tues.–Fri. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sat. 9 a. m. until noon. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. 804-794-1555

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8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (After hours emergencies 965-1881) 804-598-3759 Specializes in the care of horses, with a well-equipped mobile clinic. Emergency calls accepted after hours.

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Elam Animal Hospital and Reproductive Center 1403 Anderson Hwy Powhatan, Va. 23139 Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat. 8 a.m. to noon Dr. C. Nick Elam, Jr. 804-794-4105 A full service animal hospital equipped with radiology, laboratory, and ultrasound. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins will be worked in as necessary.

Midlothian Animal Clinic 14411 Sommerville Court Midlothian, Va. 23113 Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. 2nd and 4th Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 804-794-2099. 804-794-3015 (fax) macvet@mindspring.com Provides medical care, general dentistry and oral surgery, digital radiography, endoscopy, in-house laboratory, ultrasound and surgical services.

Powhatan Animal Hospital 2540 Anderson Hwy Powhatan, Va. 23139 Drs. Stephen R. Larrick and Rebecca Staunton Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat 8 a.m. to noon 804-598-3168 804-598-1253 (fax) Appointments are required except Saturdays, when walk-ins are accepted.

The Veterinary Emergency Center, Inc., 3312 West Cary Street, Richmond, Va. 23221 804-353-9000 804-353-9271 (fax) info@animal-emergency.com Open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Dedicated to emergency and critical care medicine. It is best to call before transporting your companion animal to the facility.

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