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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Chesterfield County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Road Safety Assessment
Chesterfield County is taking a closer look at safety on a stretch of Branders Bridge Road that’s flagged as one of its most crash-prone corridors. If you drive that route, expect possible changes aimed at reducing crashes.
Sidewalk Construction
Chesterfield is building a brand new sidewalk along Chester Village Drive to make walking and biking between Chester Garden Trail and Womack Road a whole lot safer. The project is being funded through community connectivity grants designed to improve local pedestrian infrastructure.
Road Construction
Bellwood Road drivers are finally getting a new turnaround at the end of the street, completely paid for by state funds. It's a quick fix that should make navigating the end of that road a whole lot easier.
Powhite Parkway Extension Project
The county is moving forward with the multi-phase Powhite Parkway Extension to improve north-south connectivity and traffic flow in the western part of the county, backed by millions in regional and federal funding.
Public Transportation
Chesterfield County is pushing its Clover Dale Zone LINK microtransit service to give folks an easier, on-demand way to travel locally. If you live in that area and need a flexible ride, it's definitely worth checking out how to book a trip.