Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Chesterfield County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in education
School Capacity Rezoning
Chesterfield is redrawing school zones to fix overcrowding at spots like Curtis Elementary because the county is growing so fast. If you've got kids in the public school system, your family might be impacted by a mandatory school transfer.
School Redistricting
West Ridge High families, pay attention—the Chesterfield school board just finalized its redistricting map, deciding that Newmarket Village kids will stay at Midlothian High instead of moving.
School Construction Referendum
Chesterfield voters are deciding on a sales tax referendum to fund six brand-new high schools and major upgrades for 68 other local learning facilities. It's a massive investment that will reshape local schools, but it also means a new tax to pay for it all.
School Construction
Chesterfield County is trying to figure out where to build a brand new Midlothian Middle School to replace the crumbling, century-old building, but neighborhood fights over nearby data centers are throwing a wrench into the plans.
School Rezoning
Chesterfield County is redrawing neighborhood lines to fill up the brand-new West Ridge High School. If you've got kids in the area, get ready—they might be heading to a different campus soon.
School Sales Tax Referendum
The board voted to ask the court for a November ballot referendum on a 1 percent local sales tax to fund school construction and major maintenance. This tax could raise up to $70 million annually and help accelerate six major school projects while providing property tax relief.