April 2, 2021

Pinwheels on Display, Roads Closed for Run, and Safety Programs for Seniors

Pinwheels Placed at Operations Center in Recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month

Earlier today, staff of York-Poquoson Social Services (YPSS) and members of the York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office, 911 and Fire, Life and Safety placed bright blue and silver pinwheels at the entrance of the York County Operations Center in recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Pinwheels are symbols of childhood and represent efforts made by child advocacy groups and organizations to ensure children have every opportunity to grow up in a safe and healthy environment, free from the threat of child abuse. For more information and resources, call YPSS at (757) 890-3787.

The Gallery at York Hall is Open for your Shopping Enjoyment!

Located at 301 Main Street in the historic area, the Gallery has operating hours of 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, and 1 to 4 p.m. on Sundays. The Gallery is a great place to view and purchase quality local art. Quilts, photographs, paintings, pottery, jewelry and more await you at the Gallery. Themed exhibits and entertainment are planned for this spring and summer. You can read all about it in this week’s press release.

Victory at Yorktown 5K/10K Races Require Historic Area Road Closures Tomorrow

This is the sixth year for this popular race held in Historic Yorktown. Visitors and locals should be aware of road closures and traffic delays associated with this event tomorrow (4/3). For details on how this race may impact your visit to Yorktown Saturday morning, please read this week’s press release. Best of luck to all the runners!

Riverwalk Landing Piers Now Open to Boaters

Dock your boat and take advantage of the waterfront’s beautiful beach, restaurants, and special events! The Riverwalk Landing Piers provide docking for overnight stays and transient boaters. Tie up and step ashore to grab a bite to eat or do a little shopping. Take advantage of this prime parking on the water for our outdoor concerts, Yorktown Market Days, and festivals. Pier details, including utilities and water depth, are available online along with docking fees and reservation information.

Riverwalk Landing Piers Now Open to Boaters

At the Senior Center of York

Register today for the April 20 “Safe and Sound” presentation from the York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office and Department of Fire & Life Safety. Learn about a program that allows signing up to receive non-emergency wellness checks and the “Heads Up” program that provides emergency personnel with important pre-existing condition data helpful in 911 situations will be discussed. Spaces still available for this “age in place” presentation and other Senior Center programs online or by calling the Senior Center at (757) 890-3444.

Register for the "Safe and Sound" presentation from the York-Poquoson Sheriff's Office and Fire and Life Safety

Let’s Get Moving with Parks & Recreation

Back Creek Park is the place to be Tuesdays from 9 to 11 a.m. starting April 6 when the park hosts $2 Pickleball Mornings! The fee covers the court rental, balls and paddles. You do not need to register in advance . . . just show up and have fun! More info online. Just a reminder that Parks and Recreation has family skating available for $50, giving you a private one-hour long session. Sensory-friendly family skating sessions are also available. Visit Parks and Recreation’s website for more details.

Board of Supervisors Work Session Tuesday

The Tuesday, April 6 meeting, to be held virtually, includes presentations on the following segments of the Proposed FY22 Budget: Community Services Grants, Compensation and Healthcare, Budget Adjustments and Personal Property Tax. The complete agenda is available online. This meeting is televised live on WYCG-TV (Cox 48, Verizon 36) and livestreamed on the WYCG-TV page. If you are not able to watch the meeting, you can view the presentations on the Board of Supervisors page under “Meetings” and then “Presentations to the Board,” or on the Budget site.

Citizen News Weekly is compiled and published by York County Public Affairs each Friday to share news and events with our citizens and neighbors. This weekly newsletter is placed on our website and delivered directly to your inbox. Questions? Contact Gail Whittaker, Public Information Officer: (757) 890-3310 or whittgl@yorkcounty.gov.