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Firefighter Work Schedule and Staffing Pressures

Hampton Roads departments are racing to a 42-hour week, and a mandatory bill may come in 2027. Chief Senter estimates Chesterfield would need 180 new positions at $25.4 million and 3-5 years — and says service improvements can't be sacrificed to fund it.

2 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Sep 23, 2026

CriticalPublic Safety

Old Gun Road Telecommunications Tower Upgrade

Verizon Wireless is replacing a smaller cell tower on Old Gun Road with a taller 199-foot monopole to fix dropped calls and poor reception in nearby neighborhoods and schools.

1 mentionLast discussed Jun 16, 2026