RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
NEWS ADVISORY - CAMERA OPPORTUNITY- NEWS CONFERENCE
Wednesday, 20 July 2011
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75 Citizen Soldiers carry out massive clearing of New Cannon Creek Greenway, worth $120,000: Maj. General Daniel E. Long and Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson to hold Special Walking Tour tomorrow
Virginia Army National Guard work on Phase I of new modern biking, hiking, walking trails and park facilities; Protective helmets to be provided onsite
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A; July 20, 2011) -- A special walking news tour will be held tomorrow to explain the massive work currently being undertaken in Richmond’s Cannon Creek Greenway. The work being performed is valued at $120,000 and is being provided to Richmond citizens at no charge by the Virginia Army National Guard.
This important “walk and talk” event will include:
• Maj. Gen. Daniel E. Long, Jr., Adjutant General of the Virginia Army National Guard, Air National Guard and Virginia Defense Force
• The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Gateway 6th District
• Dr. Norman C. Merrifield, Director, Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities
• Dr. Charles Price, Virginia Chapter of the Sierra Club
This immense project is being accomplished by the Virginia Army National Guard - 180th Horizontal Construction Company, 276th Engineer Battalion, with the assistance of the Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities and the Richmond Department of Public Works.
From July 17- July 27, 2011, approximately 75 Citizen Soldier Engineers from the Powhatan-based Virginia Army National Guard - 180th Horizontal Construction Company, 276th Engineer Battalion are clearing sizable undergrowth and grading pedestrian and biking trail along Cannon Creek, which runs parallel to the Richmond Henrico Turnpike, as a part of the Cannon Creek Greenway Project. The Petersburg-based Virginia Army National Guard - Forward Support Company of the 276th Engineer Battalion is providing logistical support for the units on site and keeping them fed and fueled.
The use of heavy and light engineer equipment on the site helps provide “real world” training in preparing Soldiers for the Defense Support to Civilian Authorities mission in responding in the aftermath of devastating hurricanes, floods, tornados and ice/snow events.
WHEN NEWS CONFERENCE
Thursday, 21 July 2011
11:00 – 11:30 a.m.
WHERE In Richmond’s Cannon Creek Greenway
Near the (Former) Virginia Army National Guard Armory
500 Dove Street (Intersection of Dove Street and Richmond-Henrico Turnpike)
WHO Maj. Gen. Daniel E. Long, Jr., Adjutant General of the Virginia Army National Guard, Air National Guard and Virginia Defense Force
The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council,
Gateway 6th District
Dr. Norman C. Merrifield, Director
Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities
Capt. Dave Baber, Commander of the Virginia Army National Guard –
180th Horizontal Construction Company
75 Citizen Soldier Engineers of the Virginia Army National Guard, 180th Horizontal Construction Company, 276th Engineer Battalion
Virginia Army National Guard - Forward Support Company of the 276th Engineer Battalion
Dr. Charles Price, Virginia Chapter of the Sierra Club
Mr. Champe Bumley, Chairman, Mayor of Richmond Pedestrian,
Bicycling and Trails Planning Commission
CONTACT For more information, please contact:
Steve Skinner, Richmond City Council Public Affairs Manager, at 804.9237.1386 (mob) or steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
Mr. Cotton Puryear, Communications Director, Virginia Department of Military Affairs, at 804.539.1451 (mob); or cotton.puryear@us.army.mil (email)
Dr. Charles Price, Virginia Chapter of the Sierra Club, at 804. 229.0075 (mob) or fewmit@comcast.net (email)
The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council,
Gateway 6th District, at 804.314.7658 (mob) 804.646.7964 (home) or ellen.robertson@richmondgov.com (email)
BACKGROUND - Richmond Cannon Creek Greenway project __________________________
This work represents a continuation of Phase I of the Cannon Creek Greenway Project, and is a continuation of ongoing community reclamation and improvement of the 1.9 mile area that comprises the Cannon Creek Greenway, which includes a heavily-wooded ravine located adjacent to a section of the north-south Richmond-Henrico Turnpike between Valley Road on the south and Craigie Avenue, located in the Northside 3 District and Gateway 6th District of Richmond. When all phases are completed, there will be a 1.9 mile, 10 foot wide, asphalt-surfaced nature trail.
Other projects leading up to this work have included two community cleanups, held in 2009 and 2010 to remove unwanted trash and debris, and a clearing of area in 2011 by Virginia Army National Guard, 180th Horizontal Construction Company, 276th Engineer Battalion.
The clearing and cleanups are expected to prepare the Greenway for the construction of a bike/pedestrian trail and family-oriented park facilities. It is envisioned that this project will help to increase the social, economic, and physical revitalization of the Northside and Gateway Districts of Richmond.
The work of the Virginia Army National Guard, 180th Horizontal Construction Company, 276th Engineer Battalion, is critical to the success of this community project.
The Cannon Creek Greenway Project is a community improvement initiative supported by: Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson, Richmond City Council - Gateway 6th District, Councilman Chris A. Hilbert, Richmond City Council - Northside 3rd District, Richmond Mayor Dwight C. Jones, Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities, Richmond Department of Public Works) Southern Barton Heights Community Association, Virginia Chapter of the Sierra Club, Richmond Public Schools, Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay, Green Park Civic Association, Highland View Civic Association, Chestnut Hill Action Team, Battery Park Civic Association and Virginia Tech School of Architecture and Design - Landscape Architecture Program.
Planning for the features of the Greenway began in 2008 and have included a series of community meetings and workshops involving neighborhood civic associations, elected Councilmembers, residents of the Highland Park and Barton Heights communities, Richmond Department of Parks and Recreation, Richmond Department of Community Development, Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority (RRHA), and several environmental and recreation organizations.
Beginning in 2009, an annual Richmond Cannon Creek Greenway Community Cleanup has been held to remove unwanted trash and debris from the Richmond Cannon Creek Greenway, which is a 1.4 mile area that includes the heavily-wooded ravine located adjacent to a section of the north-south Richmond-Henrico Turnpike between Valley Road on the south and Craigie Avenue on the north in Northside Richmond. The cleanups cleanup each year (held March 20, 2010 and January 24, 2010) have prepared the area for beginning the transformation of the site into a bike/pedestrian trail and family-oriented park facilities. It is envisioned that this project will help in increasing the social, economic, and physical revitalization of Northside Richmond. In both years, more than 200 volunteers removed tons of trash from the area that, over the years, has been used as an illegal dump site.
A stakeholders’ Planning “Charrette” was conducted in October, 2009 to decide on the features of the reclaimed Cannon Creek Greenway by faculty and students of the Virginia Tech Landscape Architectural Program. The Richmond city government administration has also completed an environmental study of the Greenway site and is currently conducting an engineering study of the area and a study of the proposed
alternative routes of the Greenway’s bike and pedestrian trail are being completed by City of Richmond engineering consultant contractors.
On December 1, 2009, the City of Richmond submitted an “Innovative Readiness Training Request for Military Assistance” through the Virginia Governor’s Office and the Virginia Adjutant General to the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense, Reserve Affairs. As a training function of the Guard Unit, the clearing of undergrowth and construction of the Cannon Creek Greenway’s bike/pedestrian trail and park features by the Virginia Army National Guard, 180th Horizontal Construction Company, 276th Engineer Battalion.
Plans for the Richmond Cannon Creek Greenway’s include serving as a scenic park and recreational area for the 300 unit, mixed income housing revitalization initiative of the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority (RRHA) that will be built nearby. Construction of the RRHA initiative are planned for the near future.
The Cannon Creek Greenway Project may also be linked to the United States of America East Coast Greenway, which is being built in sections from Main to Florida, and to the Virginia Capital Trail, which would link Richmond to Williamsburg and Jamestown.
The sidewalk and street intersections of the Greenway’s bicycle and pedestrian trial will connect the Northside’s business and commercial corridor along E. Brookland Park Boulevard residential neighborhoods, churches, schools, and community centers for ease of access by bicycling or walking. It will also provide an alternative transportation route for bicycle commuting from the residential neighborhoods of Highland Park and Barton Height to the City’s downtown. In addition to its use for family-oriented, recreational activities, the Greenway may also serve as an outdoor environmental laboratory for the science classes of nearby schools.
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
75 Citizen Soldiers carry out massive clearing of New Cannon Creek Greenway, worth $120,000: Maj. General Daniel E. Long and Councilwoman Ellen F. Rob
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
NEWS ADVISORY - CAMERA OPPORTUNITY- NEWS CONFERENCE
Wednesday, 20 July 2011
75 Citizen Soldiers carry out massive clearing of New Cannon Creek Greenway, worth $120,000: Maj. General Daniel E. Long and Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson to hold Special Walking Tour tomorrow
Virginia Army National Guard work on Phase I of new modern biking, hiking, walking trails and park facilities; Protective helmets to be provided onsite
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A; July 20, 2011) -- A special walking news tour will be held tomorrow to explain the massive work currently being undertaken in Richmond’s Cannon Creek Greenway. The work being performed is valued at $120,000 and is being provided to Richmond citizens at no charge by the Virginia Army National Guard.
This important “walk and talk” event will include:
• Maj. Gen. Daniel E. Long, Jr., Adjutant General of the Virginia Army National Guard, Air National Guard and Virginia Defense Force
• The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Gateway 6th District
• Dr. Norman C. Merrifield, Director, Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities
• Dr. Charles Price, Virginia Chapter of the Sierra Club
This immense project is being accomplished by the Virginia Army National Guard - 180th Horizontal Construction Company, 276th Engineer Battalion, with the assistance of the Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities and the Richmond Department of Public Works.
From July 17- July 27, 2011, approximately 75 Citizen Soldier Engineers from the Powhatan-based Virginia Army National Guard - 180th Horizontal Construction Company, 276th Engineer Battalion are clearing sizable undergrowth and grading pedestrian and biking trail along Cannon Creek, which runs parallel to the Richmond Henrico Turnpike, as a part of the Cannon Creek Greenway Project. The Petersburg-based Virginia Army National Guard - Forward Support Company of the 276th Engineer Battalion is providing logistical support for the units on site and keeping them fed and fueled.
The use of heavy and light engineer equipment on the site helps provide “real world” training in preparing Soldiers for the Defense Support to Civilian Authorities mission in responding in the aftermath of devastating hurricanes, floods, tornados and ice/snow events.
WHEN NEWS CONFERENCE
Thursday, 21 July 2011
11:00 – 11:30 a.m.
WHERE In Richmond’s Cannon Creek Greenway
Near the (Former) Virginia Army National Guard Armory
500 Dove Street (Intersection of Dove Street and Richmond-Henrico Turnpike)
WHO Maj. Gen. Daniel E. Long, Jr., Adjutant General of the Virginia Army National Guard, Air National Guard and Virginia Defense Force
The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council,
Gateway 6th District
Dr. Norman C. Merrifield, Director
Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities
Capt. Dave Baber, Commander of the Virginia Army National Guard –
180th Horizontal Construction Company
75 Citizen Soldier Engineers of the Virginia Army National Guard, 180th Horizontal Construction Company, 276th Engineer Battalion
Virginia Army National Guard - Forward Support Company of the 276th Engineer Battalion
Dr. Charles Price, Virginia Chapter of the Sierra Club
Mr. Champe Bumley, Chairman, Mayor of Richmond Pedestrian,
Bicycling and Trails Planning Commission
CONTACT For more information, please contact:
Steve Skinner, Richmond City Council Public Affairs Manager, at 804.9237.1386 (mob) or steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
Mr. Cotton Puryear, Communications Director, Virginia Department of Military Affairs, at 804.539.1451 (mob); or cotton.puryear@us.army.mil (email)
Dr. Charles Price, Virginia Chapter of the Sierra Club, at 804. 229.0075 (mob) or fewmit@comcast.net (email)
The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council,
Gateway 6th District, at 804.314.7658 (mob) 804.646.7964 (home) or ellen.robertson@richmondgov.com (email)
BACKGROUND - Richmond Cannon Creek Greenway project __________________________
This work represents a continuation of Phase I of the Cannon Creek Greenway Project, and is a continuation of ongoing community reclamation and improvement of the 1.9 mile area that comprises the Cannon Creek Greenway, which includes a heavily-wooded ravine located adjacent to a section of the north-south Richmond-Henrico Turnpike between Valley Road on the south and Craigie Avenue, located in the Northside 3 District and Gateway 6th District of Richmond. When all phases are completed, there will be a 1.9 mile, 10 foot wide, asphalt-surfaced nature trail.
Other projects leading up to this work have included two community cleanups, held in 2009 and 2010 to remove unwanted trash and debris, and a clearing of area in 2011 by Virginia Army National Guard, 180th Horizontal Construction Company, 276th Engineer Battalion.
The clearing and cleanups are expected to prepare the Greenway for the construction of a bike/pedestrian trail and family-oriented park facilities. It is envisioned that this project will help to increase the social, economic, and physical revitalization of the Northside and Gateway Districts of Richmond.
The work of the Virginia Army National Guard, 180th Horizontal Construction Company, 276th Engineer Battalion, is critical to the success of this community project.
The Cannon Creek Greenway Project is a community improvement initiative supported by: Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson, Richmond City Council - Gateway 6th District, Councilman Chris A. Hilbert, Richmond City Council - Northside 3rd District, Richmond Mayor Dwight C. Jones, Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities, Richmond Department of Public Works) Southern Barton Heights Community Association, Virginia Chapter of the Sierra Club, Richmond Public Schools, Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay, Green Park Civic Association, Highland View Civic Association, Chestnut Hill Action Team, Battery Park Civic Association and Virginia Tech School of Architecture and Design - Landscape Architecture Program.
Planning for the features of the Greenway began in 2008 and have included a series of community meetings and workshops involving neighborhood civic associations, elected Councilmembers, residents of the Highland Park and Barton Heights communities, Richmond Department of Parks and Recreation, Richmond Department of Community Development, Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority (RRHA), and several environmental and recreation organizations.
Beginning in 2009, an annual Richmond Cannon Creek Greenway Community Cleanup has been held to remove unwanted trash and debris from the Richmond Cannon Creek Greenway, which is a 1.4 mile area that includes the heavily-wooded ravine located adjacent to a section of the north-south Richmond-Henrico Turnpike between Valley Road on the south and Craigie Avenue on the north in Northside Richmond. The cleanups cleanup each year (held March 20, 2010 and January 24, 2010) have prepared the area for beginning the transformation of the site into a bike/pedestrian trail and family-oriented park facilities. It is envisioned that this project will help in increasing the social, economic, and physical revitalization of Northside Richmond. In both years, more than 200 volunteers removed tons of trash from the area that, over the years, has been used as an illegal dump site.
A stakeholders’ Planning “Charrette” was conducted in October, 2009 to decide on the features of the reclaimed Cannon Creek Greenway by faculty and students of the Virginia Tech Landscape Architectural Program. The Richmond city government administration has also completed an environmental study of the Greenway site and is currently conducting an engineering study of the area and a study of the proposed
alternative routes of the Greenway’s bike and pedestrian trail are being completed by City of Richmond engineering consultant contractors.
On December 1, 2009, the City of Richmond submitted an “Innovative Readiness Training Request for Military Assistance” through the Virginia Governor’s Office and the Virginia Adjutant General to the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense, Reserve Affairs. As a training function of the Guard Unit, the clearing of undergrowth and construction of the Cannon Creek Greenway’s bike/pedestrian trail and park features by the Virginia Army National Guard, 180th Horizontal Construction Company, 276th Engineer Battalion.
Plans for the Richmond Cannon Creek Greenway’s include serving as a scenic park and recreational area for the 300 unit, mixed income housing revitalization initiative of the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority (RRHA) that will be built nearby. Construction of the RRHA initiative are planned for the near future.
The Cannon Creek Greenway Project may also be linked to the United States of America East Coast Greenway, which is being built in sections from Main to Florida, and to the Virginia Capital Trail, which would link Richmond to Williamsburg and Jamestown.
The sidewalk and street intersections of the Greenway’s bicycle and pedestrian trial will connect the Northside’s business and commercial corridor along E. Brookland Park Boulevard residential neighborhoods, churches, schools, and community centers for ease of access by bicycling or walking. It will also provide an alternative transportation route for bicycle commuting from the residential neighborhoods of Highland Park and Barton Height to the City’s downtown. In addition to its use for family-oriented, recreational activities, the Greenway may also serve as an outdoor environmental laboratory for the science classes of nearby schools.
- E N D -
______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, Virginia 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
NEWS ADVISORY - CAMERA OPPORTUNITY- NEWS CONFERENCE
Wednesday, 20 July 2011
75 Citizen Soldiers carry out massive clearing of New Cannon Creek Greenway, worth $120,000: Maj. General Daniel E. Long and Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson to hold Special Walking Tour tomorrow
Virginia Army National Guard work on Phase I of new modern biking, hiking, walking trails and park facilities; Protective helmets to be provided onsite
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A; July 20, 2011) -- A special walking news tour will be held tomorrow to explain the massive work currently being undertaken in Richmond’s Cannon Creek Greenway. The work being performed is valued at $120,000 and is being provided to Richmond citizens at no charge by the Virginia Army National Guard.
This important “walk and talk” event will include:
• Maj. Gen. Daniel E. Long, Jr., Adjutant General of the Virginia Army National Guard, Air National Guard and Virginia Defense Force
• The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Gateway 6th District
• Dr. Norman C. Merrifield, Director, Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities
• Dr. Charles Price, Virginia Chapter of the Sierra Club
This immense project is being accomplished by the Virginia Army National Guard - 180th Horizontal Construction Company, 276th Engineer Battalion, with the assistance of the Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities and the Richmond Department of Public Works.
From July 17- July 27, 2011, approximately 75 Citizen Soldier Engineers from the Powhatan-based Virginia Army National Guard - 180th Horizontal Construction Company, 276th Engineer Battalion are clearing sizable undergrowth and grading pedestrian and biking trail along Cannon Creek, which runs parallel to the Richmond Henrico Turnpike, as a part of the Cannon Creek Greenway Project. The Petersburg-based Virginia Army National Guard - Forward Support Company of the 276th Engineer Battalion is providing logistical support for the units on site and keeping them fed and fueled.
The use of heavy and light engineer equipment on the site helps provide “real world” training in preparing Soldiers for the Defense Support to Civilian Authorities mission in responding in the aftermath of devastating hurricanes, floods, tornados and ice/snow events.
WHEN NEWS CONFERENCE
Thursday, 21 July 2011
11:00 – 11:30 a.m.
WHERE In Richmond’s Cannon Creek Greenway
Near the (Former) Virginia Army National Guard Armory
500 Dove Street (Intersection of Dove Street and Richmond-Henrico Turnpike)
WHO Maj. Gen. Daniel E. Long, Jr., Adjutant General of the Virginia Army National Guard, Air National Guard and Virginia Defense Force
The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council,
Gateway 6th District
Dr. Norman C. Merrifield, Director
Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities
Capt. Dave Baber, Commander of the Virginia Army National Guard –
180th Horizontal Construction Company
75 Citizen Soldier Engineers of the Virginia Army National Guard, 180th Horizontal Construction Company, 276th Engineer Battalion
Virginia Army National Guard - Forward Support Company of the 276th Engineer Battalion
Dr. Charles Price, Virginia Chapter of the Sierra Club
Mr. Champe Bumley, Chairman, Mayor of Richmond Pedestrian,
Bicycling and Trails Planning Commission
CONTACT For more information, please contact:
Steve Skinner, Richmond City Council Public Affairs Manager, at 804.9237.1386 (mob) or steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
Mr. Cotton Puryear, Communications Director, Virginia Department of Military Affairs, at 804.539.1451 (mob); or cotton.puryear@us.army.mil (email)
Dr. Charles Price, Virginia Chapter of the Sierra Club, at 804. 229.0075 (mob) or fewmit@comcast.net (email)
The Honorable Ellen F. Robertson, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council,
Gateway 6th District, at 804.314.7658 (mob) 804.646.7964 (home) or ellen.robertson@richmondgov.com (email)
BACKGROUND - Richmond Cannon Creek Greenway project __________________________
This work represents a continuation of Phase I of the Cannon Creek Greenway Project, and is a continuation of ongoing community reclamation and improvement of the 1.9 mile area that comprises the Cannon Creek Greenway, which includes a heavily-wooded ravine located adjacent to a section of the north-south Richmond-Henrico Turnpike between Valley Road on the south and Craigie Avenue, located in the Northside 3 District and Gateway 6th District of Richmond. When all phases are completed, there will be a 1.9 mile, 10 foot wide, asphalt-surfaced nature trail.
Other projects leading up to this work have included two community cleanups, held in 2009 and 2010 to remove unwanted trash and debris, and a clearing of area in 2011 by Virginia Army National Guard, 180th Horizontal Construction Company, 276th Engineer Battalion.
The clearing and cleanups are expected to prepare the Greenway for the construction of a bike/pedestrian trail and family-oriented park facilities. It is envisioned that this project will help to increase the social, economic, and physical revitalization of the Northside and Gateway Districts of Richmond.
The work of the Virginia Army National Guard, 180th Horizontal Construction Company, 276th Engineer Battalion, is critical to the success of this community project.
The Cannon Creek Greenway Project is a community improvement initiative supported by: Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson, Richmond City Council - Gateway 6th District, Councilman Chris A. Hilbert, Richmond City Council - Northside 3rd District, Richmond Mayor Dwight C. Jones, Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities, Richmond Department of Public Works) Southern Barton Heights Community Association, Virginia Chapter of the Sierra Club, Richmond Public Schools, Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay, Green Park Civic Association, Highland View Civic Association, Chestnut Hill Action Team, Battery Park Civic Association and Virginia Tech School of Architecture and Design - Landscape Architecture Program.
Planning for the features of the Greenway began in 2008 and have included a series of community meetings and workshops involving neighborhood civic associations, elected Councilmembers, residents of the Highland Park and Barton Heights communities, Richmond Department of Parks and Recreation, Richmond Department of Community Development, Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority (RRHA), and several environmental and recreation organizations.
Beginning in 2009, an annual Richmond Cannon Creek Greenway Community Cleanup has been held to remove unwanted trash and debris from the Richmond Cannon Creek Greenway, which is a 1.4 mile area that includes the heavily-wooded ravine located adjacent to a section of the north-south Richmond-Henrico Turnpike between Valley Road on the south and Craigie Avenue on the north in Northside Richmond. The cleanups cleanup each year (held March 20, 2010 and January 24, 2010) have prepared the area for beginning the transformation of the site into a bike/pedestrian trail and family-oriented park facilities. It is envisioned that this project will help in increasing the social, economic, and physical revitalization of Northside Richmond. In both years, more than 200 volunteers removed tons of trash from the area that, over the years, has been used as an illegal dump site.
A stakeholders’ Planning “Charrette” was conducted in October, 2009 to decide on the features of the reclaimed Cannon Creek Greenway by faculty and students of the Virginia Tech Landscape Architectural Program. The Richmond city government administration has also completed an environmental study of the Greenway site and is currently conducting an engineering study of the area and a study of the proposed
alternative routes of the Greenway’s bike and pedestrian trail are being completed by City of Richmond engineering consultant contractors.
On December 1, 2009, the City of Richmond submitted an “Innovative Readiness Training Request for Military Assistance” through the Virginia Governor’s Office and the Virginia Adjutant General to the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense, Reserve Affairs. As a training function of the Guard Unit, the clearing of undergrowth and construction of the Cannon Creek Greenway’s bike/pedestrian trail and park features by the Virginia Army National Guard, 180th Horizontal Construction Company, 276th Engineer Battalion.
Plans for the Richmond Cannon Creek Greenway’s include serving as a scenic park and recreational area for the 300 unit, mixed income housing revitalization initiative of the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority (RRHA) that will be built nearby. Construction of the RRHA initiative are planned for the near future.
The Cannon Creek Greenway Project may also be linked to the United States of America East Coast Greenway, which is being built in sections from Main to Florida, and to the Virginia Capital Trail, which would link Richmond to Williamsburg and Jamestown.
The sidewalk and street intersections of the Greenway’s bicycle and pedestrian trial will connect the Northside’s business and commercial corridor along E. Brookland Park Boulevard residential neighborhoods, churches, schools, and community centers for ease of access by bicycling or walking. It will also provide an alternative transportation route for bicycle commuting from the residential neighborhoods of Highland Park and Barton Height to the City’s downtown. In addition to its use for family-oriented, recreational activities, the Greenway may also serve as an outdoor environmental laboratory for the science classes of nearby schools.
- E N D -
______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Councilman Marty Jewell invites football coaches and youth (ages 12-17) to attend a free two-hour introductory football tackling seminar
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Wednesday, 20 July 2011
Councilman Marty Jewell invites football coaches and youth (ages 12-17) to attend a free two-hour introductory football tackling seminar
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A; July 20, 2011) -- The Honorable Marty Jewell, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Central 5th District, invites football coaches and youth (ages 12-17) to attend a free introductory “hands-on” football tackling seminar that is being held by the sports marketing company, Sportslink, Inc. Football University, LLC.
During this two-hour event, participants are to be provided information on “safe and productive” tackling techniques. Participants are asked to wear shorts, t-shirts and running shoes/cleats.
This event is limited to the first 300 registrations.
WHEN Monday, 25 July 2011; 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Registration begins at Noon
WHERE Being held at Richmond Public Schools Thomas Jefferson High School
4100 West Grace Street, Richmond, Virginia
WHO The Honorable E. Martin Jewell, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Central 5th District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Coach “Wolfe” Williams, at 804.244.0820 (tel), or wolf@wolfpack91.org (email); or Councilman Marty Jewell, Richmond City Council, Central 5th District, at 804.332.3654 (tel), or marty.jewell@richmondgov.com (email)
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Wednesday, 20 July 2011
Councilman Marty Jewell invites football coaches and youth (ages 12-17) to attend a free two-hour introductory football tackling seminar
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A; July 20, 2011) -- The Honorable Marty Jewell, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Central 5th District, invites football coaches and youth (ages 12-17) to attend a free introductory “hands-on” football tackling seminar that is being held by the sports marketing company, Sportslink, Inc. Football University, LLC.
During this two-hour event, participants are to be provided information on “safe and productive” tackling techniques. Participants are asked to wear shorts, t-shirts and running shoes/cleats.
This event is limited to the first 300 registrations.
WHEN Monday, 25 July 2011; 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Registration begins at Noon
WHERE Being held at Richmond Public Schools Thomas Jefferson High School
4100 West Grace Street, Richmond, Virginia
WHO The Honorable E. Martin Jewell, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Central 5th District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Coach “Wolfe” Williams, at 804.244.0820 (tel), or wolf@wolfpack91.org (email); or Councilman Marty Jewell, Richmond City Council, Central 5th District, at 804.332.3654 (tel), or marty.jewell@richmondgov.com (email)
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Councilwoman Cynthia I. Newbille to hold meeting in the East End 7th District
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Wednesday, 20 July 2011
Councilwoman Cynthia I. Newbille to hold meeting in the East End 7th District
Entire East End 7th District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A; July 20, 2011) -- The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, East End 7th District, will hold a meeting in the East End 7th District. Councilwoman Newbille holds individual meetings in Richmond’s East End 7th District throughout the year that include information on her goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda of current interest; and, special guests. These meetings are free and all East End 7th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. Light refreshments are served. Parking is Free. The planned agenda for this meeting will include:
• Richmond City Council 2011 Richmond Decennial Voter District Redistricting – Update
• Venable Street Streetscape
A presentation regarding tree planting, sidewalk improvements and other streetscape beautification projects being performed by the Richmond Department of Public Works
Mr. Andre Williams, Richmond Department of Public Works
• Bon Secours - Supporting East End Entrepreneur Development (SEED) Program
Ms. Candice Street, Executive Director, Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC)
• East End 7th District – Vacant and Blighted Properties Report
WHEN Wednesday, July 27, 2011
6:30-8:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond East District Initiative Government Services Building
701 North 25th Street; Richmond, Virginia
WHO The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman
Richmond City Council, East End 7th District
CONTACT For more information, please contact The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, East End 7th District, at 804.646.3012; or Cynthia.newbille@richmondgov.com.
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Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Wednesday, 20 July 2011
Councilwoman Cynthia I. Newbille to hold meeting in the East End 7th District
Entire East End 7th District invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A; July 20, 2011) -- The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, East End 7th District, will hold a meeting in the East End 7th District. Councilwoman Newbille holds individual meetings in Richmond’s East End 7th District throughout the year that include information on her goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda of current interest; and, special guests. These meetings are free and all East End 7th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. Light refreshments are served. Parking is Free. The planned agenda for this meeting will include:
• Richmond City Council 2011 Richmond Decennial Voter District Redistricting – Update
• Venable Street Streetscape
A presentation regarding tree planting, sidewalk improvements and other streetscape beautification projects being performed by the Richmond Department of Public Works
Mr. Andre Williams, Richmond Department of Public Works
• Bon Secours - Supporting East End Entrepreneur Development (SEED) Program
Ms. Candice Street, Executive Director, Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC)
• East End 7th District – Vacant and Blighted Properties Report
WHEN Wednesday, July 27, 2011
6:30-8:00 p.m.
WHERE Richmond East District Initiative Government Services Building
701 North 25th Street; Richmond, Virginia
WHO The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman
Richmond City Council, East End 7th District
CONTACT For more information, please contact The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, East End 7th District, at 804.646.3012; or Cynthia.newbille@richmondgov.com.
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold a meeting in Richmond’s Southside 8th District
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Tuesday, 19 July 2011
Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold a meeting in Richmond’s Southside 8th District
All Southside 8th District citizens invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Southside 8th District, will hold a meeting in the Southside 8th District. Councilwoman Trammel personally holds individual monthly meetings that include information on her goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda, special guests, free parking and free refreshments. The meetings are free and all of Richmond’s Southside 8th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. Guests for her meeting will include:
Guests
• Sergeant Carol Adams
Richmond Police Department – Community Care Unit
4th Precinct, Sector 411
• Capt. Sybil El-Amin, Commander
Richmond Police Department 1st Precinct
• Capt. Harvey Powers, Commander
Richmond Police Department 2nd Precinct
• Capt. Jennifer Elflein, Commander
Richmond Police Department 3rd Precinct
WHEN Thursday, July 21, 2011
6:00-8:00 p.m.
WHERE Satellite Restaurant & Lounge/Crab House
4000 Jefferson Davis Highway - Richmond, Virginia
WHO The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman
Richmond City Council, Southside 8th District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilwoman Reva Trammell, at 804-240-5050 (mobile); or, 233-7382 (home), or via email, at reva.trammell@richmondgov.com
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Tuesday, 19 July 2011
Councilwoman Reva Trammell to hold a meeting in Richmond’s Southside 8th District
All Southside 8th District citizens invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Southside 8th District, will hold a meeting in the Southside 8th District. Councilwoman Trammel personally holds individual monthly meetings that include information on her goals and accomplishments, a thematic agenda, special guests, free parking and free refreshments. The meetings are free and all of Richmond’s Southside 8th District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. Guests for her meeting will include:
Guests
• Sergeant Carol Adams
Richmond Police Department – Community Care Unit
4th Precinct, Sector 411
• Capt. Sybil El-Amin, Commander
Richmond Police Department 1st Precinct
• Capt. Harvey Powers, Commander
Richmond Police Department 2nd Precinct
• Capt. Jennifer Elflein, Commander
Richmond Police Department 3rd Precinct
WHEN Thursday, July 21, 2011
6:00-8:00 p.m.
WHERE Satellite Restaurant & Lounge/Crab House
4000 Jefferson Davis Highway - Richmond, Virginia
WHO The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman
Richmond City Council, Southside 8th District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilwoman Reva Trammell, at 804-240-5050 (mobile); or, 233-7382 (home), or via email, at reva.trammell@richmondgov.com
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
Office of the Chief of Staff
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
skinnesr@ci.richmond.va.us (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
______________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Friday, July 15, 2011
Councilmembers Jewell and Newbille invite Richmond families to register kids NOW for free summer Youth Basketball Camp: For boys/girls, ages 9-13
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Friday, 15 July 2011
Councilmembers Jewell and Newbille invite Richmond families to register kids NOW for free summer Youth Basketball Camp: For boys/girls, ages 9-13
Limited Richmond slots open on first-come/first served-basis: Free camp for boys and girls, ages 9-13; Celebrating 5th-year in Richmond
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A; July 15, 2011) -- The Honorable Marty Jewell, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Central 5th District, and The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, East End 7th District, invite families to register their children now for the Champions Youth Developmental Basketball Camp being held the last week in July. This year marks the 5th successful year in Richmond.
This week-long camp is free for youth (boys and girls) ages 9-13, and limited openings are available on a first-come/first-served basis.
Participants receive free breakfast and lunch, basketballs expert instruction, t-shirts, school supplies and awards. Each camp will include 100 students.
The Champions Youth Developmental Basketball Camp is being held in both Richmond and Petersburg, Virginia locations. Registration for the Petersburg camp has ended.
TO REGISTER Limited openings are available on a first-come/first-served basis. Families interested in registering should contact:
Dr. Leon Wright Bey, Camp Director, at
804.536.6394 or lwbey@msn.com.
(Note: Pre-registration is required. Registration is for Richmond camp, the Petersburg camp is full.)
WHEN/ Richmond Camp to be held: MONDAY, JULY 25, 2011– FRIDAY July 29, 2011
WHERE 8:00 A.M. – NOON – Armstrong High School; 2300 Cool Lane
Petersburg Camp to be held: MONDAY, JULY 25, 2011 – THURSDAY, July 28, 2011 - 1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. - Petersburg High School; 3101Johnson Road
CONTACT For more information (not registration), please contact Mike Pearson, President/ Founder, Friends Helping Friends, at 804. 405.4472, or Dr. Leon Wright Bey, Camp Director, at 804.536.6394, lwbey@msn.com (email).
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BACKGROUND
Established by the nonprofit organization Friends Helping Friends, which is led by Founder/President, Mike Pearson, Champions Youth Developmental Basketball Camp (CDBC) began in Petersburg, Virginia in 2005 and focuses on holistic youth skills development and includes: Basketball, Academic, Life and Leadership (BALL) education.
CDBC is produced by the nonprofit organization, Friends Helping Friends, Petersburg Department of Parks and Leisure Services, and through the leadership of Director Tami Yerby, and Camp Director Dr. Leon Wright Bey of Virginia State University, who previously served as Virginia State University's (VSU) Women’s Basketball Coach and Athletic Director.
In addition to the support provided by a variety of sponsors, key to the success of these camps is the help of numerous high school and collegiate basketball coaches; current/former athletes, educators, administrators, entrepreneurs, and community leaders, who serve as clinicians, motivational speakers, and support staff.
Assistance in bringing this camp to Richmond included, but was not limited to, support by The Honorable Marty Jewell, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Central 5th District, The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, East End 7th District, Richmond Department of Parks and Recreation; Dr. Howard Hopkins, Athletic Director, Richmond City Public Schools' Armstrong High School (AHS); Darryl Watts, AHS Head Coach for Boys Basketball; and former local high school and Virginia State University Head Football Coach, Lou Anderson.
Important assistance was provided over the years by the (now) retired Athletic Director of Richmond City Public Schools' Armstrong High School (AHS), Randy Ashe.
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Friday, 15 July 2011
Councilmembers Jewell and Newbille invite Richmond families to register kids NOW for free summer Youth Basketball Camp: For boys/girls, ages 9-13
Limited Richmond slots open on first-come/first served-basis: Free camp for boys and girls, ages 9-13; Celebrating 5th-year in Richmond
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A; July 15, 2011) -- The Honorable Marty Jewell, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Central 5th District, and The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, East End 7th District, invite families to register their children now for the Champions Youth Developmental Basketball Camp being held the last week in July. This year marks the 5th successful year in Richmond.
This week-long camp is free for youth (boys and girls) ages 9-13, and limited openings are available on a first-come/first-served basis.
Participants receive free breakfast and lunch, basketballs expert instruction, t-shirts, school supplies and awards. Each camp will include 100 students.
The Champions Youth Developmental Basketball Camp is being held in both Richmond and Petersburg, Virginia locations. Registration for the Petersburg camp has ended.
TO REGISTER Limited openings are available on a first-come/first-served basis. Families interested in registering should contact:
Dr. Leon Wright Bey, Camp Director, at
804.536.6394 or lwbey@msn.com.
(Note: Pre-registration is required. Registration is for Richmond camp, the Petersburg camp is full.)
WHEN/ Richmond Camp to be held: MONDAY, JULY 25, 2011– FRIDAY July 29, 2011
WHERE 8:00 A.M. – NOON – Armstrong High School; 2300 Cool Lane
Petersburg Camp to be held: MONDAY, JULY 25, 2011 – THURSDAY, July 28, 2011 - 1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. - Petersburg High School; 3101Johnson Road
CONTACT For more information (not registration), please contact Mike Pearson, President/ Founder, Friends Helping Friends, at 804. 405.4472, or Dr. Leon Wright Bey, Camp Director, at 804.536.6394, lwbey@msn.com (email).
- M O R E -
BACKGROUND
Established by the nonprofit organization Friends Helping Friends, which is led by Founder/President, Mike Pearson, Champions Youth Developmental Basketball Camp (CDBC) began in Petersburg, Virginia in 2005 and focuses on holistic youth skills development and includes: Basketball, Academic, Life and Leadership (BALL) education.
CDBC is produced by the nonprofit organization, Friends Helping Friends, Petersburg Department of Parks and Leisure Services, and through the leadership of Director Tami Yerby, and Camp Director Dr. Leon Wright Bey of Virginia State University, who previously served as Virginia State University's (VSU) Women’s Basketball Coach and Athletic Director.
In addition to the support provided by a variety of sponsors, key to the success of these camps is the help of numerous high school and collegiate basketball coaches; current/former athletes, educators, administrators, entrepreneurs, and community leaders, who serve as clinicians, motivational speakers, and support staff.
Assistance in bringing this camp to Richmond included, but was not limited to, support by The Honorable Marty Jewell, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Central 5th District, The Honorable Cynthia I. Newbille, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, East End 7th District, Richmond Department of Parks and Recreation; Dr. Howard Hopkins, Athletic Director, Richmond City Public Schools' Armstrong High School (AHS); Darryl Watts, AHS Head Coach for Boys Basketball; and former local high school and Virginia State University Head Football Coach, Lou Anderson.
Important assistance was provided over the years by the (now) retired Athletic Director of Richmond City Public Schools' Armstrong High School (AHS), Randy Ashe.
###
______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Councilman Hilbert congratulates VCU for winning the 2011 ESPN “ESPY” Award and thanks Richmond metro area for voting for VCU online
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Thursday, 14 July 2011
Councilman Hilbert congratulates VCU for winning the 2011 ESPN “ESPY” Award and thanks Richmond metro area for voting for VCU online
Award announced last night (July 13, 2011) at ESPN Event in Los Angeles, Cal.
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A; July 14, 2011) -- The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council Northside 3rd District, congratulates the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Men’s Basketball Team for winning the ESPN (Sports TV Channel) 2011 “ESPY” Award for “Best Upset.”
VCU’s nod was for their 2011 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament win over the University of Kansas (1st seed), on March 27, 2011 (score 71-61), which placed the 11th seed VCU Men’s Basketball Team in the NCAA Men’s Basketball Final Four Tournament for the first time. The award was announced Wednesday Night (July 13, 2011) at an ESPN Event in Los Angeles, California.
Councilman Hilbert also thanks all Richmond-area citizens, officials and companies for voting online for them to win the ESPN award.
WHO The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Northside 3rd District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilman Chris A. Hilbert, at 804.646.6055 or chris.hilbert@richmondgov.com.
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______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
Richmond City Council – Richmond City Hall - 900 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 - Richmond, VA 23219 - www.council.richmondva.gov
COUNCIL PUBLIC INFORMATION NEWS ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BE FORWARDED AND SHARED
Thursday, 14 July 2011
Councilman Hilbert congratulates VCU for winning the 2011 ESPN “ESPY” Award and thanks Richmond metro area for voting for VCU online
Award announced last night (July 13, 2011) at ESPN Event in Los Angeles, Cal.
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A; July 14, 2011) -- The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council Northside 3rd District, congratulates the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Men’s Basketball Team for winning the ESPN (Sports TV Channel) 2011 “ESPY” Award for “Best Upset.”
VCU’s nod was for their 2011 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament win over the University of Kansas (1st seed), on March 27, 2011 (score 71-61), which placed the 11th seed VCU Men’s Basketball Team in the NCAA Men’s Basketball Final Four Tournament for the first time. The award was announced Wednesday Night (July 13, 2011) at an ESPN Event in Los Angeles, California.
Councilman Hilbert also thanks all Richmond-area citizens, officials and companies for voting online for them to win the ESPN award.
WHO The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Northside 3rd District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilman Chris A. Hilbert, at 804.646.6055 or chris.hilbert@richmondgov.com.
- E N D -
______________________________________
Steven R. Skinner, APR
Council Public Information Manager
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
OFFICE OF THE COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Richmond City Hall
900 E. Broad Street, Suite 305
Richmond, Virginia 23219
804.646.6052 (office)
804.335.4054 (mobile)
804.937.1386 (home/mobile)
804.646.5468 (fax)
steven.skinner@richmondgov.com (email)
www.council.richmondva.gov(website)
____________________________________________
MISSION The mission of Richmond City Council
is to represent citizens in creating and amending
local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.
VISION Richmond City Council is committed to
creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.
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