Our 2025 Winter City Focus is full of City news, events, activities and important community updates and information! Look for the City Focus in your mailbox soon or view it electronically here!

Due to the remaining effects of last week’s winter weather, the Recreation and Parks Department has the following updates on closures and cancellations.

Park, Program, and Service Updates

• All parks will remain CLOSED until further notice
• The Senior / Community Center will open Tuesday February 3rd on their normal operating and program schedule
• Senior Transportation services will operate for MEDICAL visits only beginning Tuesday February 3rd and for the remainder of the week
• All youth basketball practices have been cancelled due to the school closure. Practices will begin once schools return to their normal schedule
• All other programs and activities scheduled for February 3rd and beyond will operate as scheduled
• Please stay tuned for further updates for facilities and programs as conditions change

All updates on closures and rescheduling of programs and activities will be posted on the City and Department website and through social media outlets.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Please stay safe and monitor local weather advisories. Contact Recreation and Parks at (804)520-9390.

Colonial Heights Recreation and Parks Receives Virginia Tourism Corporation Grant for Tourism Marketing

Colonial Heights Recreation and Parks received a $10,000 grant from the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC)’s Special Events & Festivals Sponsorship Program (SEF) for the 50th Annual Fort Clifton Festival.

Colonial Heights Recreation and Parks will supply $5,000 in matching funds to support marketing and promotion for the 50th Annual Fort Clifton Festival, a signature community event celebrating the city’s history, arts, and culture. The festival attracts thousands of visitors each year, drawing both local residents and out-of-town guests to Colonial Heights. In addition to providing a free, family-friendly experience, the event generates increased visitation to local restaurants, shops, and attractions, contributing to overnight stays and measurable economic impact for the community.

Virginia Tourism Corporation will award more than $885,733 in matching grant funds to 88 special events and festivals during this grant round, ultimately impacting 324 combined partners. The VTC Special Events & Festivals Sponsorship Program is designed to increase visitor spending by maximizing limited marketing and event production dollars to stimulate overnight visitation through new tourism marketing and event expansion partnerships. The program also extends the iconic Virginia is for Lovers brand to drive special event and festival visitation. Each GO Virginia region is allocated 20 percent of available funds, creating a diverse portfolio of supported events across the Commonwealth.

In this funding cycle, local partners will commit more than $4.8 million in public-private funds to match VTC funding, generating more than $5.68 million in new marketing and event production activity focused on increasing overnight visitation to Virginia in 2026. In total, the awards will support 88 special events and festivals and impact 526 tourism-related partners statewide.

Using the hub-and-spoke tourism model to create multi-day itineraries, four Virginia entities partner financially to apply for funding. Partners may consist of Virginia cities, towns, counties, destination marketing organizations, restaurants, museums, attractions, and other tourism-related businesses. With the special event or festival as the main lure, the program encourages visitors to extend their stays to experience Virginia Main Streets, boutique shopping, distinctive dining, and historic sites, generating significant economic impact beyond the event itself. These partnerships have proven results in driving creativity among applicants and attracting new visitors to a destination.

“The Fort Clifton Festival is one of Colonial Heights’ most anticipated annual events and plays an important role in showcasing our city to visitors from across the region,” said Matt Spruill, Colonial Heights Recreation and Parks Director. “Support from the Virginia Tourism Corporation allows us to expand our reach, attract new audiences, and continue building a strong tourism economy that benefits local businesses and residents alike.”

Therapeutic Recreation Classes

Now twice a week! A supportive, inclusive program designed to promote social connection, personal growth, and meaningful recreation. Participants enjoy engaging activities, opportunities to build friendships, and a welcoming environment that encourages confidence, creativity, and fun.

The program is held twice a week:

• Tuesday afternoons (1:00 pm - 2:30 pm)
• Wednesday Evenings (5:30 pm - 7:00 pm)

The same program/activities will be run whenever possible twice a week to allow more people to participate.

City of Colonial Heights

 Public Works/Utilities

Monday, February 2, 2026

🚛 Updated Trash Collection & Disposal Notice

We want to clarify that regular curbside trash collection is operating as scheduled this week. Because recent ice and snow have made some secondary roads difficult for trucks to navigate, we are providing additional options to ensure everyone's waste is collected.

🗓️ Curbside Pickup Details

• On-Schedule Service: Trash collection is planned to remain on schedule this week. Regular collection for Wednesday will occur as planned.

• Overflow Collection: For this week only, Waste Management will collect additional overflow trash bags placed on the ground next to your resident trash bins.

♻️ Recycling Center & Optional Usage of Extra Dumpster 

The City Recycling Center will be open for its regular schedule this coming Friday, Saturday, and Monday. A Waste Management dumpster is currently on-site to handle extra household trash for residents that may wish and are able to take extra trash to the center. This is strictly optional for residents who have overflow trash or whose specific street may have been inaccessible due to ice.

• Location: 2701 Conduit Road

• Contact: (804) 479-7056

• Hours: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Closed for lunch 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm)

Reminder: The temporary dumpster is for standard household trash only. Residents with Bulky Waste will still need to process a special Bulky Waste request through CVWMA by clicking HERE or by calling (804)340-0900.

We appreciate your patience as we work to keep our streets clean and our drivers safe!

CITY OF COLONIAL HEIGHTS

WINTER STORM UPDATES/NOTICES

Monday, February 2, 2026

Important Notices:

• All City Government Offices are open.

• Park, Program, and Service Cancellations 

  • All parks will remain CLOSED until further notice
  • The Senior / Community Center will open Tuesday February 3rd on their normal operating and program schedule
  • Senior Transportation services will operate for MEDICAL visits only beginning Tuesday February 3rd and for the remainder of the week
  • All youth basketball practices have been cancelled due to the school closure. Practices will begin once schools return to their normal schedule
  • All other programs and activities scheduled for February 3rd and beyond will operate as scheduled
  • Please stay tuned for further updates for facilities and programs as conditions change

• The safety of our residents, visitors, staff, and volunteers is our highest priority. All updates on closures and rescheduling of programs and activities will be posted on the City and Department website and through social media outlets.

• City Trash and Recycling Services Notice (Trash services are operating on normal schedule this week).

City Services and Closures

• WHO TO CALL: 

  • EMERGENCIES DIAL 911

  • NON-EMERGENCIES (All other storm related and other service needs questions) DIAL 211

  • Know before you Go! DIAL 511 for real-time traffic information throughout the Commonwealth or visit www.511virginia.org

  • Power Outages: The Dominion Energy app is the easiest way to report outages and track restoration. If you lose power, there are three easy ways to report your outage and track your restoration time: 

    • 1) Dominion Energy mobile apps, available for iPhone [apps.apple.com] and Google [play.google.com]; 

    • 2) Dominion Energy website; or 3) Call 866-DOM-HELP (866-366-4357). 

    • Stay away from downed poles and power lines. If you see a downed pole or wire, please report it by calling 866-DOM-HELP and stay at least 30 feet away. The line could be energized and dangerous.  

  • Generator & Heater Safety:  (Ready.gov Generator Safety)
    • Keep freezers and refrigerators closed.
    • Use a generator, but ONLY outdoors and away from windows at least 25 feet away from any window, doors or other openings.
    • Do not use a gas stove or oven to heat your home. It increases your risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. Using an oven or stovetop can also increase the risk of fires, burns and could damage the appliance.
    • Disconnect appliances and electronics to avoid damage from electrical surges.
    • Have alternate plans for refrigerating medicines or using power-dependent medical devices
    • ALL heaters need space! - Keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet from heating equipment..

  • Winter Weather Preparedness Sheet

NOTIFY ME & CIVIC READY ALERT LINKS

For City Notices and Emergency Alerts, click on the following links to register:

• Civic Ready (Important City Notices and Alerts, including closures, service cancelations and other emergency alerts)

• Notify Me (City News updates, general posts, and other important City Information including meetings and events)

OTHER ADDITIONAL RESOURCE LINKS:

Wakefield National Weather Center

VA Department of Emergency Management (For Tips on how to prepare your family, home, and vehicle ahead of the storm)

Chesterfield Health & Social Services

Colonial Heights Fire and Emergency Management Team Facebook Page