TABLE OF CONTENTSTABLE OF CONTENTS

Donated Funds ............................................................................7Area Representation ...................................................................8Community Revitalization ..........................................................9Community Services ...................................................................9Criminal Justice/Community Corrections ................................10Economic Development ........................................................... 11Education ..................................................................................12Emergency Management ..........................................................13Emergency Medical Services ...................................................14Fire ............................................................................................14Health ........................................................................................16Juvenile Justice .........................................................................16Leadership, Administration and Management ..........................17Library ......................................................................................19Mental Health & Developmental Services ...............................19Planning ....................................................................................21Police ........................................................................................22Recreation and Tourism ............................................................27Social Services ..........................................................................29Transportation ...........................................................................31Utilities .....................................................................................32

CONTENTSAcute Care Project ..................................................................................................................................................19All Henrico Reads ...................................................................................................................................................19Animal Protection Police Services ..........................................................................................................................22Area Planning and Services Committee .................................................................................................................27Audit Directors Regional Group .............................................................................................................................17Benefi t Programs Specialist (BPS) Certifi cation Program Group ..........................................................................29Broad Street Rapid Transit Study ...........................................................................................................................21Budget Offi cers Regional Group ............................................................................................................................17Capital Area Library Directors (CALD) Meetings .................................................................................................19Capital Region Communications Steering Committee (CRCSC) ..........................................................................22Capital Region Consortium .......................................................................................................................................9Capital Region Workforce Partners Management Team .........................................................................................29CARE ......................................................................................................................................................................31Central Regional Supervisory Group ......................................................................................................................29Central Virginia All Hazards Incident Management Team (CVAHIMT) (Fire) .....................................................14Central Virginia All Hazards Incident Management Team (CVAHIMT) (Police) .................................................22Central Virginia Coalition of Comprehensive Services Act Coordinators .............................................................29Central Virginia Crime Clinic .................................................................................................................................23Central Virginia Crime Prevention Association (CVCPA) .....................................................................................23Central Virginia HIV Care Consortium ..................................................................................................................16Central Virginia Large Event Medical Response System .......................................................................................14Central Virginia Public Safety Media Council .......................................................................................................23Central Virginia Urban Area Security Initiative (CVUASI) ...................................................................................13Central Virginia Waste Management Authority (CVWMA) ...................................................................................32Chief Elected Offi cial (CEO) and Chief Administrative Offi cial (CAO) Meetings ...............................................17Citie of Henricus .....................................................................................................................................................27Citizen Corps Programming ...................................................................................................................................13Code of Virginia Amendment ...................................................................................................................................9Commission for the Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) .......................................................22Community Asthma Coalition ................................................................................................................................16Community Support Services .................................................................................................................................23Computerized Warrant Information Sharing ...........................................................................................................23Connections ............................................................................................................................................................17Cooperative Housing of Inmates/Juvenile Offenders .............................................................................................16Cooperative Jailing of Offenders ............................................................................................................................10Cooperative Public Library Programs ....................................................................................................................19Cooperative Purchasing ..........................................................................................................................................17CrimeStoppers .........................................................................................................................................................23Crisis Intervention Team Training ..........................................................................................................................19C-Van ......................................................................................................................................................................29Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Task Force ...........................................................................................23EMS Training ..........................................................................................................................................................14Enhanced “911” Emergency Phone System ...........................................................................................................23Explorer Post (Henrico County Police #608) .........................................................................................................23Explosive Ordnance Device (EOD) Regional Team ...............................................................................................23Finance, Taxation and Budget .................................................................................................................................17Fire Explorers Post ..................................................................................................................................................14Food Service Managers Certifi cation Course .........................................................................................................16Frequency Rebanding .............................................................................................................................................24Fugitive Task Force .................................................................................................................................................24Gang Task Force .....................................................................................................................................................24

General Registrar Voter Transfers ...........................................................................................................................18Governor’s School ..................................................................................................................................................12Graduate and Undergraduate Students Internship Program ....................................................................................21Greater Richmond, Hispanic and Asian Chambers of Commerce .........................................................................24Greater Richmond Convention Center .................................................................................................................... 11Greater Richmond Partnership, Inc. (GRP) ............................................................................................................ 11Greater Richmond Tourism Task Force .................................................................................................................. 11GRTC Transit System .............................................................................................................................................31Hazard Mitigation Grant Program ..........................................................................................................................13Hazardous Material Response .................................................................................................................................15Help Eliminate Auto Theft (HEAT) Project ............................................................................................................24Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Program Funding ....................................................9Henrico Area Mental Health & Developmental Services Community Services Board ..........................................19Henrico Community Criminal Justice Board ..........................................................................................................16Henrico County Water Supply Project – Cobbs Creek Reservoir...........................................................................32Henrico Enterprise Zone Expansion .........................................................................................................................9Henrico Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility ..................................................................................................32Henrico Sheriff’s Offi ce and Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program (VASAP) .................................................10Henrico Sheriff’s Offi ce Partnership with the Denver Colorado Sheriff’s Offi ce ..................................................10Human Resources Administration Information Sharing .........................................................................................18Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Agreement ....................................................................................24Infant Early Intervention Program ..........................................................................................................................20Inmate Labor Sharing .............................................................................................................................................10Interdiction Task Force ...........................................................................................................................................24Interlibrary Loan .....................................................................................................................................................19Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) .............................................................................................................24J Sargeant Reynolds Community College ..............................................................................................................12James River Advisory Council ................................................................................................................................28James River Juvenile Detention Commission .........................................................................................................17James River Parade of Lights .................................................................................................................................28Japanese Online/Distance Learning ........................................................................................................................12Joint Investigations .................................................................................................................................................24Joint Regional Audit Efforts ...................................................................................................................................18Joint Tactical Operations Training ..........................................................................................................................24Joint Terrorism Task Force ......................................................................................................................................25Joint Uniform Task Force Operations (License, Equipment, Sobriety and Speed) ................................................25Leadership Metro Richmond (LMR) (Leadership, Development & Management) ...............................................18Leadership Metro Richmond (LMR) (Police) ........................................................................................................25Local Child Welfare Supervisors Meetings ............................................................................................................30Local Social Services Directors Meetings ..............................................................................................................30Marine Patrol ..........................................................................................................................................................25MathScience Innovation Center ..............................................................................................................................12Maymont Foundation ..............................................................................................................................................28Med-Flight ..............................................................................................................................................................14Mental Health Emergency Services ........................................................................................................................20Metro Aviation Unit ................................................................................................................................................25Metro Fire Chiefs Association ................................................................................................................................15Metro Richmond Fire Investigation Team ..............................................................................................................15Metro Richmond Regional Crime Analysis Committee .........................................................................................25Metro Street Crimes Unit ........................................................................................................................................25Metropolitan Educational Research Consortium (MERC) .....................................................................................12Metropolitan Educational Training Alliance (META) ...........................................................................................12

Metropolitan Medical Response System (MMRS) .................................................................................................16Metropolitan Richmond Sports Backers .................................................................................................................28Multi-Jurisdictional Grand Jury ..............................................................................................................................25National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) .............................................................25Natural Gas .............................................................................................................................................................32Network of Care ......................................................................................................................................................20Operation 360 ..........................................................................................................................................................25Operation Inn-Keeper .............................................................................................................................................25Operation Pipe Line ................................................................................................................................................26Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force ....................................................................................................26Partnership of Offi ce Services Support Employees in Social Services (POSSESS) ..............................................30PD-15 Benefi t Programs Organization (BPRO) .....................................................................................................29Personal Property Information ................................................................................................................................18Policy and Grants ....................................................................................................................................................13Precious Metals, Thefts and Control Group............................................................................................................26Project Immunize Virginia ......................................................................................................................................16Real Estate Assessment Information .......................................................................................................................18Reciprocal Library Borrowing Policy .....................................................................................................................19Region 1 Autism Education Consortium ................................................................................................................12Region 1 Emergency Management Planning Group...............................................................................................13Regional “START” Developmental Disability Crisis Services ..............................................................................20Regional Adult Mental Health Crisis Stabilization Program ..................................................................................20Regional Authorization Committee ........................................................................................................................20Regional Child Mental Health Crisis Stabilization Program ..................................................................................20Regional Commodity Agriculture Training and Research ........................................................................................9Regional Community Services Boards Consortium ...............................................................................................20Regional Disability Directors .................................................................................................................................20Regional Fraud Meetings ........................................................................................................................................30Regional Intellectual Disability Case Managers Coalition .....................................................................................21Regional Intelligence Sharing Group ......................................................................................................................26Regional Jobs Website ............................................................................................................................................18Regional Organized Crime Information Center (ROCIC) ......................................................................................26Regional Perinatal Coordinating Council ...............................................................................................................16Regional Pesticide Application Training ..................................................................................................................9Regional Plant Health Diagnostics .........................................................................................................................10Regional Preparedness Advisory Committee for Interoperability ..........................................................................26Regional Reinvestment Project ...............................................................................................................................21Regional Revenue Forum .......................................................................................................................................18Regional Round Table .............................................................................................................................................30Regional Utilities Committee .................................................................................................................................32Regional Volunteer Training ...................................................................................................................................10Regional Wastewater Training Program .................................................................................................................32Regional Youth Athletic Leagues ............................................................................................................................28RESOURCE Workforce Centers ............................................................................................................................10RESOURCE Workforce Investment Board ............................................................................................................10Richmond Area Microwave Interoperability System (RAMIS) .............................................................................26Richmond Area Safe Kids Coalition .......................................................................................................................28Richmond International Airport (RIC) ....................................................................................................................31Richmond Metro Burglary Investigators ................................................................................................................26Richmond Metro EMS Council ..............................................................................................................................14Richmond Metro Hostage Negotiation Training .....................................................................................................26Richmond Metropolitan Authority (RMA) .............................................................................................................31

Richmond Metropolitan Law Enforcement Regional Pursuit Committee ..............................................................26Richmond Metropolitan Medical Response System ...............................................................................................14Richmond Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) .........................................................................................31Richmond Region Tourism .....................................................................................................................................28Richmond Regional Capital Region Communications Steering Committee ..........................................................26Richmond Regional Planning District Commission (RRPDC) ..............................................................................21Ridefi nders ..............................................................................................................................................................31RVA Reality Check .................................................................................................................................................21Search and Rescue Team .........................................................................................................................................15Senior Connections ................................................................................................................................................30Shared Training (Emergency Management) ...........................................................................................................14Shared Training (Fire) ............................................................................................................................................15Sheltered Workshops ...............................................................................................................................................21Sheriff’s Offi ce and Probation and Parole .............................................................................................................. 11Sheriff’s Offi ce and the Department of Corrections ............................................................................................... 11Sovereign Citizen Workgroup .................................................................................................................................27Special Olympics ....................................................................................................................................................28Sportable/Richmond Adaptive Sports and Recreation ............................................................................................28Striving to Achieve and Retain Self Suffi ciency (STARS) .....................................................................................30Taxicab Regulation .................................................................................................................................................31Technical Rescue ....................................................................................................................................................15The Diamond Stadium ............................................................................................................................................29Theater Equipment ..................................................................................................................................................29Tournaments ............................................................................................................................................................29Transition to Independence and Employment (TIE) Program Partnership Meetings ............................................30Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) ..................................................................................................................27Urban League of Greater Richmond’s Annual Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Workplace Symposium .....18Violent Crime Analyst Network ..............................................................................................................................27Violent Crime Task Force .......................................................................................................................................27Virginia Alliance for Social Work Practitioners Planning District 15 ....................................................................30Virginia Association of CALEA Accreditation Professionals (VACAP) ................................................................27Virginia BioTechnology Research Park .................................................................................................................. 11Virginia Blood Drive ...............................................................................................................................................16Virginia Capital Trail ..............................................................................................................................................22Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Autism Center for Excellence ...........................................................13Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Engineering ......................................................................13Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), Virginia Union University (VUU) and the Sheriff’s Offi ce ............ 11Virginia Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) Committee ...............................................27Virginia Department of Rail and Transportation — High Speed Rail ....................................................................22Virginia Energy Procurement Governmental Association (VEPGA) ....................................................................18Virginia Senior Games ............................................................................................................................................29Water and Sewer Agreements .................................................................................................................................32Weldon Cooper Population Projections ..................................................................................................................22Written Mutual Aid Agreements (Fire) ...................................................................................................................15Written Mutual Aid Agreements (Police) ...............................................................................................................27

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DONATED FUNDSDONATED FUNDS

Henrico donated funds to the following regional service providers:• Arts and Cultural Consortium Funding• Capital Region Airport Commission• CARITAS (Congregations Around Richmond Involved To Assure Shelter)• CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates)• Children’s Hospital• Greater Richmond Convention Center Authority• Greater Richmond Partnership (GRP)• Greater Richmond SCAN (Stop Child Abuse Now)• Henricus Foundation• Homeward• J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College• Leadership Metro Richmond (LMR)• Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden• Maymont Foundation Nature Center• Meals on Wheels of Greater Richmond• Med-Flight• Metropolitan Richmond Sports Backers• Resources for Independent Living• Richmond Area ARC (Camp Baker)• Richmond Forum• Richmond Metropolitan Authority• Richmond Region Tourism• Richmond Regional Planning District Commission (RRPDC)• Safe Harbor• Salvation Army• Science Museum of Virginia• Senior Connections• The Read Center• YWCA

Additionally, the following regional organizations also received funding from Henrico:• Better Housing Coalition• GRTC Taxicab Service Program• GRTC Transit System• Henricopolis Soil/Water Conservation• Hilliard House • James River Juvenile Detention Commission (JRJDC)• Maggie Walker Governor’s School

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• Mathematics and Science Center• St. Joseph’s Villa (Flagler Home)• The Mill House (Community Futures Foundation)

Numerous organizations in addition to the ones listed above are funded through the Arts and Cultural Consortium. Partners in the Arts, Richmond Symphony, Valentine Museum, Virginia Historical Society and The American Civil War Center at Tredegar were each given funding in the budget for Henrico Schools.

Note: Items approved for funding in fi scal 2013-14

REPRESENTATIONREPRESENTATION

Henrico has representatives on the following regional, statewide, and national organizations:• Capital Region Airport Commission• Capital Region Workforce Partnership Consortium• Central Virginia Waste Management Authority Board of Directors• Greater Richmond Convention Center Authority Commission• Greater Richmond Partnership Board of Directors• Henrico Area Mental Health & Developmental Services Board• J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College Board• James River Juvenile Detention Commission• John Tyler Alcohol Safety Action Program Board of Directors• Maymont Foundation Board of Directors• Richmond Area Metropolitan Planning Organization • Richmond Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee • Richmond Metropolitan Authority Board of Directors• Richmond Metropolitan Authority Stadium Operating Committee• Richmond Region Tourism Board of Directors• Richmond Regional Planning District Commission• Senior Connections Board of Directors• National Association of Counties Steering Committees• Virginia Association of Counties Board of Directors and Steering Committees• Virginia Recreation and Parks Society – Central Service Area Committee• Virginia Transit Association Board of Directors• Virginia Turf Grass Council Board of Directors• Virginia Sports Turf Managers Association Board of Directors

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Henrico Enterprise Zone ExpansionAn expansion of the Henrico County and the city of Richmond joint Enterprise Zone was approved by the state on January 18, 2013. Endorsement of the zone expansion was granted by both the Henrico County Board of Supervisors and the Richmond City Council.

Code of Virginia Amendment to allow extension of Richmond and Henrico Enterprise ZonesThe 2013 General Assembly approved a bill, subsequently signed by the Governor to extend the duration of the Henrico County and the city of Richmond joint Enterprise Zone for an additional eight years.

Henrico allocated Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Program funding to the following regional organizations and activities:

project:HOMES for programs of housing repair and rehabilitation for low income homeowners

Ramp Access Made Possible by Students (RAMPS) for the construction of handicap ramps

Southside Community Development and Housing Corporation for programs providing down payment, closing cost assistance and housing repair

Housing Opportunities Made Equal (HOME) Inc. for a program providing down payment and closing cost assistance

Richmond Affordable Housing for a program of rehabilitation of vacant housing to provide homeownership opportunities for fi rst-time homebuyers.

COMMUNITY SERVICESCOMMUNITY SERVICES

Capital Region Consortium (Chief Elected Offi cial from each jurisdiction and the County Manager’s Designee)The Consortium is the regional workforce development policy group supported by the Workforce Investment Act based on a written agreement among Charles City, Chesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, Powhatan and Richmond, to collectively engage in workforce development. The consortium is the public policy arm of a partnership with the RESOURCE Workforce Investment Board. The Consortium, in partnership with the RESOURCE Workforce Investment Board, is charged with supporting continued economic vitality and growth of the region by preparing and sustaining a world-class workforce.

Regional Commodity Agriculture Training and ResearchExtension agents provide professional seminars and conduct fi eld research for commodity agriculture and green industry. Charles City, Chesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, Powhatan and Richmond participate.

Regional Pesticide Application TrainingExtension agents cooperatively conduct required training for all pesticide applicators annually. Charles City, Chesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, Powhatan and Richmond participate.

COMMUNITY REVITALIZATIONCOMMUNITY REVITALIZATION

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Regional Plant Health DiagnosticsExtension Agents cooperatively maintain plant health clinics to identify insects, plant diseases and weeds to reduce pesticide use. Richmond and Charles City, Chesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, and Powhatan participate.

Regional Volunteer TrainingExtension Agents cooperatively provide training for volunteers who assist with planning, implementing and evaluating extension programs. Examples include: Master Gardener volunteers who assist citizens with fertilizer and pesticide recommendations to reduce pollution in the Chesapeake Bay; 4-H/Youth volunteers who provide supervision and educational activities at residential 4-H camps and conferences, judge 4-H contests and conduct animal-related 4-H programs such as horse and dog shows; and Family and Consumer Science volunteers who offer family fi nancial management and nutrition information.

RESOURCE Workforce CentersRESOURCE Workforce Centers are the vehicles through which workforce services are made available to employers and job seekers. RESOURCE Workforce Centers are staffed by representatives of the public workforce development programs, such as the Department of Rehabilitative Services, the Virginia Employment Commission, Senior Connections, Job Corps, the community colleges and the provider of WIA Title I Services for Adults and Dislocated Workers. RESOURCE Workforce Centers are open to the public.

RESOURCE Workforce Investment BoardThe Capital Region Consortium appoints a business-led Workforce Investment Board to lead the regional workforce development effort. The board’s business and non-business sectors have regional representation. RESOURCE is accountable for program outcomes, building relationships with economic development and businesses in the region to ensure that training and development efforts are focused on meeting the needs of businesses and that job seekers are kept abreast of what credentials, skills, and abilities are in demand by the business community.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE/CRIMINAL JUSTICE/COMMUNITY CORRECTIONSCOMMUNITY CORRECTIONS

Cooperative Jailing of OffendersHenrico, Goochland and New Kent counties have an agreement for the cooperative jailing of offenders from these localities in the Henrico Regional Jail.

Henrico Sheriff’s Offi ce and Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program (VASAP)The Henrico Sheriff’s Offi ce is working with VASAP on a pilot program to provide the required training individuals need to obtain their driver’s license after it has been suspended.

Henrico Sheriff’s Offi ce Partnership with the Denver Colorado Sheriff’s Offi ceThe Henrico Sheriff’s Offi ce assisted the Denver Sheriff’s Offi ce in the establishment of the R.I.S.E Program (Recovery in a Secure Environment) in the Denver jail. The Henrico Sheriff’s Offi ce maintains contact with Denver and shares information to enhance both programs.

Inmate Labor SharingThe Henrico Sheriff’s Offi ce is providing inmate labor assistance to New Kent County with trash and debris removal along highways. New Kent County covers the cost of a Henrico Deputy Sheriff to supervise the inmate work crew.

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Sheriff’s Offi ce and the Department of CorrectionsHenrico has established with the Department of Corrections a pre-release program. Inmates that will be released back to Henrico, Goochland or New Kent are sent back to the jail to be released from the jail to the community they plan to live in. Inmates are required to attend the fi rst two phases of the R.I.S.E Program (Recovery in a Secure Environment). Once completed the inmates who have been approved for work release are transferred to Alternative Sentencing, and allowed to participate in the Work Release Program.

Sheriff’s Offi ce and Probation and ParoleThis is a pilot project with the courts to implement immediate sanctions on individuals on probation. Probationers are frequently drug tested and closely monitored by a Probation and Parole offi cer. If they violate the conditions of probation they are immediately incarcerated and brought before the court. Short sentences are imposed which progress as a probationer continues to violate. This program is modeled after a project in Hawaii where immediate sanctions reduces the need for long term incarcerations.

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), Virginia Union University (VUU) and the Henrico Sheriff’s Offi ceThe Sheriff’s Offi ce has established an intern program with VCU and VUU. Students attend the Henrico Sheriff’s Offi ce Academy during the summer and receive college credits for attending the academy. At the completion of the academy, the students are sworn in as deputies and work part time in the jail fi lling in for the over-time positions.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Greater Richmond Convention CenterThe center was a cooperative effort between Richmond and Chesterfi eld, Hanover, and Henrico. The center is owned by the Greater Richmond Convention Center Authority, which is composed of these jurisdictions and the Retail Merchants Association of Greater Richmond. The 700,000 square-foot facility is located in downtown Richmond and includes exhibit space, meeting rooms and a grand ballroom. Henrico County is the single largest contributing jurisdiction to the Convention Center through its collection of lodging taxes that are used to pay off the $148.7 million in revenue bonds issued to build the facility.

Greater Richmond Partnership, Inc. (GRP)GRP is a regional economic development initiative created by Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond in cooperation with the Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce and private businesses in the area. The GRP’s primary responsibility is to generate business prospects that will consider the greater Richmond region as a place to locate or establish their business. It also works with local economic development organizations on business retention, workforce development, and small business formation. GRP and its predecessor organization, the Metropolitian Economic Development Council, have been in continual operation since 1978.

Greater Richmond Tourism Task ForceMembers of the Greater Richmond Tourism Task Force share information about promoting tourism in the greater Richmond area. Members represent area hospitality businesses, museums and tourist attractions.

Virginia BioTechnology Research ParkChesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico, Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University provided startup funding and legislative support for the establishment and operation of this economic development effort.

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The Biotech Park has evolved into a dynamic scientifi c community in Central Virginia providing signifi cant employment opportunities in the City of Richmond. The Henrico County Manager serves on the Virginia BioTechnology Research Park Corporation Board.

EDUCATIONEDUCATION

Governor’s SchoolRichmond operates a regionally supported school for talented and gifted high school students from Charles City, Chesterfi eld, Colonial Heights, Dinwiddie, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, Hopewell, King and Queen, King William, Petersburg, Powhatan, Richmond and West Point. Henrico provides funding to support the capital expense for the renovation of the old Maggie Walker High School to use as the permanent Governor’s School site. Henrico also sends qualifi ed students to the school.

J. Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeCollege programs are supported in part by Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, Louisa, Powhatan and Richmond.

Japanese Online/Distance LearningHenrico is a national provider for online video-based Japanese language instruction in Japanese I, II, and III. Originally disseminated via satellite, and later updated to its current online video format, over 9,000 students in Henrico and across the United States have enrolled in the courses since the program began in 1989.

MathScience Innovation CenterThis joint venture between Chesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, Powhatan and Richmond school divisions has provided leadership, support and exemplary programs in mathematics, science and technology for grades kindergarten through 12. Annually, the center serves more than 200,000 students through weekday programs; teaches more than 3,000 students and 1,000 parents in Saturday and summer programs; and provides 1,500 educators with professional development opportunities.

Metropolitan Educational Research Consortium (MERC)MERC is a partnership of Virginia Commonwealth University and eight Richmond area public school divisions, including Chesterfi eld, Colonial Heights, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, Hopewell, Powhatan, and Richmond. The mission of the consortium is to conduct research relevant to public school educators, and transfer results into schools and classrooms. MERC members collaboratively develop research ideas related to key topics in education and select those of most interest to the region for study. Research fi ndings are disseminated to facilitate local decision-making and program development.

Metropolitan Educational Training Alliance (META) This partnership with VCU, Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico, and Richmond Public Schools supports various professional growth and development opportunities for teachers. Major initiatives include National Board Certifi cation of teachers, teacher leader development, and the VCU Clinical Faculty Program.

Region 1 Autism Education ConsortiumThe Autism Education Consortium for Region 1 Schools (Charles City, Chesterfi eld County, Colonial Heights, Dinwiddie, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, Hopewell, New Kent, Petersburg, Powhatan, Prince George, Richmond, Surry, and Sussex) supports the improvement of programming for students with autism. Virginia Commonwealth University has partnered with the Region 1 schools to help provide information

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on research in the fi eld of autism. One focus of the Consortium is to provide on-going staff development opportunities for member schools. There is also a focus on sharing resources/knowledge among the member school divisions.

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Autism Center for ExcellenceHenrico County Public Schools (HCPS) along with Richmond Public Schools (RPS) participate in the VCU-Autism Center for Excellence. This program imbeds training staff with expertise in autism and program development with the public school staff to support the development and sustainability of high quality programs for students with autism. HCPS and RPS also serve as demonstration sites for regional divisions for dissemination of best practices in the area of autism education.

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of EngineeringChesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond fi nancially supported the establishment of a school of engineering at VCU. Henrico’s Economic Development Authority and VCU implemented a program that awards scholarships to qualifi ed Henrico high school students who attend VCU’s School of Engineering.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENTEMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Central Virginia Urban Area Security Initiative (CVUASI)Henrico County, along with 19 other Central Virginia localities, participates in the CVUASI work group and the associated committees to develop and execute programs and projects to improve the regional response to a variety of emergency situations through the use of a U.S. Department of Homeland Security grant.

Citizen Corps ProgrammingHenrico County coordinates various Citizen Corps courses and opportunities alongside other Central Virginia localities such as Chesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover and Richmond to help ensure citizens are better prepared for emergencies, as well as collaborating within the localities to effi ciently and effectively maximize volunteer resources in times of emergency.

Hazard Mitigation Grant ProgramThis program, coordinated through the Richmond Regional Planning Commission, works alongside state and local emergency management offi cials in Planning District 15 – Charles City, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, Powhatan and Richmond – to identify hazards related to natural occurrences and methods to mitigate those hazards.

Policy and GrantsHenrico County readily shares emergency planning and grant writing information across the region and specifi cally with Chesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, New Kent, and Richmond and to ensure plans are cohesive and supportive of the plans of other localities.

Region 1 Emergency Management Planning GroupCoordinated through the Virginia Department of Emergency Management, Henrico County actively participates in planning relative to Central Virginia to help coordinate emergency preparedness for hurricanes, fl oods, terrorist attacks, and the operations of the individual emergency operations centers. This includes localities throughout Central Virginia from Amelia to King and Queen and Hanover to Emporia.

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Shared TrainingHenrico County participates in regional emergency management training opportunities to practice regional plans. This includes the opportunity for numerous multi-agency and multi-jurisdictional tabletop exercises and full-scale operational drills intended to improve emergency management related response and recovery capabilities across the region.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICEMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICESES

Central Virginia Large Event Medical Response SystemThe system provides emergency medical service to people attending large sporting or cultural events. Participants include paid and volunteer EMS personnel throughout Virginia. The group has been used for large scale events to include management of EMS resources at Richmond International Raceway during NASCAR racing events and active participation in the 2012 Martin’s Tour of Richmond.

EMS TrainingChesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico, Hopewell, Petersburg and Richmond cooperate in joint training of new fi refi ghters and emergency service personnel. Regional emergency medical expositions, continuing education courses and partnerships with medical facilities in the region produce economical and effi cient training for the region’s fi rst responders.

Med-FlightJurisdictions within a 60-mile radius of Henrico County contribute personnel to this air ambulance service owned by the Virginia State Police.

Richmond Metro EMS CouncilThe regional association of EMS agencies discusses regional issues, patient care protocols and grant funding. This includes Planning District 15, specifi cally Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond.

Richmond Metropolitan Medical Response SystemHenrico County participates in this regional planning group to coordinate efforts of pre-hospital providers, hospitals, and public health department personnel to coordinate plans and responses to mass-casualty events from natural causes or from acts of terrorism. This includes coordinating planning in Chesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, Richmond and the Virginia Department of Health as well as incorporating planning of the 17 central Virginia region hospitals.

FIREFIRE

Fire Explorers PostThe Post works regionally to provide youth between the ages of 14 and 21 opportunities to improve life skills and leadership while gaining insight into fi re service careers. The Post works with other posts in the region in training and leadership opportunities.

Central Virginia All Hazards Incident Management Team (CVAHIMT)Henrico County actively participates in the CVAHIMT, a Regional Response Resource for Managing

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Emergency Incidents and Special Events. The team is made up of members from across the 20 CVUASI locality participants, and is available to respond upon request; providing a trained, qualifi ed team capable of supporting and assisting in the management of natural and manmade disasters, emergencies, planned events or acts of terrorism. The team is also available to provide incident specifi c positions to the emergency operations centers as requested throughout the region, highlighting integration and interoperability across jurisdictional boundaries.

Hazardous Material ResponseHenrico’s Hazardous Incident Team (HIT) is part of the Virginia Department of Emergency Management’s Regional Hazardous Materials Program. The team responds to assist other localities with hazardous materials releases that require more resources than a single jurisdiction may have available. The Henrico team covers 24 localities and 11,000 square miles in Central Virginia. The team regularly trains with other local hazmat teams and National Guard resources.

Metro Fire Chiefs AssociationThe Association of Chief Fire Offi cers meets regularly to discuss and resolve fi re and EMS service issues. Chesterfi eld, Colonial Heights, Hanover, Henrico, Richmond, the National Guard, Defense Supply Center Richmond (DSCR) and Petersburg are represented.

Metro Richmond Fire Investigation TeamThe team provides a structured framework and resources to investigate large or suspicious fi res. Chesterfi eld, Colonial Heights, Hanover, Henrico, Petersburg, Prince George, Richmond, Virginia State Police, Virginia Department of Fire Programs and the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) share equipment and personnel.

Search and Rescue TeamThe Henrico Search and Rescue Team provides water rescue, marine patrol, and ground search services throughout the region. The team regularly responds with Chesterfi eld and Richmond teams. The Henrico team responds and trains closely with the United States Coast Guard, Hampton Sector. Shared TrainingChesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico, Richmond, Richmond International Airport, and the National Guard Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and High Yield Explosive (CBRNE) Enhanced Response Force Package (CERFP) share training facilities and resources. Area fi re training offi cers hold quarterly meetings.

Technical RescueTechnical Rescue Teams have been designated in seven divisions throughout the Commonwealth. The Division 1 Team includes responders from Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond. They provide specialized emergency response services such as: Trench Rescue, Confi ned Space Rescue, Vehicle Rescue, Rope Rescue, Farm Machinery Rescue and Structural Collapse Rescue.

Written Mutual Aid AgreementsCharles City, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico and New Kent counties, Richmond International Airport, and the Virginia Department of Emergency Management Hazardous Incident Team (HIT) are on call to provide backup service and assistance for neighboring jurisdictions. Services include fi re protection, hazardous materials incidents, ground search and rescue, heavy technical rescue and EMS. Henrico also participates in a statewide mutual aid agreement through the Virginia Department of Emergency Management.

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HEALTHHEALTH

Central Virginia HIV Care ConsortiumHealth departments and clinics in the metro area provide education, health care, medication, and counseling support services to patients with a diagnosis of HIV and AIDS.

Community Asthma CoalitionThe coalition provides assistance to a community group that is developing an action plan for victims of asthma. Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico, Richmond, the Commonwealth of Virginia, local hospitals and other area entities are members.

Food Service Managers Certifi cation CourseHenrico County Health Department staff conducts the ServSafe Foodborne Illness Prevention training for restaurant managers and employees from Chesterfi eld, Henrico, and Richmond.

Metropolitan Medical Response System (MMRS)Regional groups work with hospitals, health care providers, local governments, health departments and public safety to coordinate plans and responses to mass-casualty events from either natural causes or acts of terrorism. Project Immunize VirginiaThrough the Immunization Action Plan funding, local health departments work with private-practice physicians throughout the metropolitan area to improve the level of immunizations in infants and school-age children.

Regional Perinatal Coordinating CouncilRepresentatives from Chesterfi eld, Colonial Heights, Hanover, Henrico, Petersburg and Richmond meet quarterly to improve the health of infants and mothers.

Virginia Blood DriveEmployees around the region participate in blood drives. Friendly competition between Chesterfi eld and Henrico takes place as a way of increasing blood donations.

JUVENILE JUSTICEJUVENILE JUSTICE

Cooperative Housing of Inmates/Juvenile OffendersThe Henrico Juvenile Detention Home provides bed space to Chesterfi eld, Richmond and to jurisdictions outside of central Virginia. Chesterfi eld provides the same service to Henrico, when necessary.

Henrico Community Criminal Justice BoardWith fi nancial support from the private sector the Henrico Community Criminal Justice Board in cooperation with Henrico Community Partners, Inc. developed four award-winning prevention videos on shoplifting, substance abuse, teen dating violence and speeding. The videos were distributed in middle and high schools in Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond. They are available for school and individual purchase through the Youth Intervention Programs Association (YIPA).

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James River Juvenile Detention CommissionThis commission, with representatives from Henrico, Goochland and Powhatan united to build a jointly owned and operated juvenile detention facility, forging in the process a new level of intergovernmental relations and achieving substantial savings for taxpayers in all three jurisdictions. Urban Henrico County, which surrounds the city of Richmond, along with western neighbors Goochland and Powhatan counties, formed the James River Juvenile Detention Commission in 1996. The fi ve member commission is comprised of three county administrators, one from each county, one deputy county administrator (Henrico County) and one commonwealth’s attorney. The commission created the James River Juvenile Detention Center to accommodate a common escalation in juvenile detention populations. The demand for expanded facilities arose from increases in population and the number of arrests for serious and violent juvenile offenses. The facilities mission is to enhance community safety by maintaining a secure detention facility, by furnishing quality care for resident youths, and by providing residents with rehabilitative services that assist their pro-social development.

LEADERSHIP, ADMINISTRATION LEADERSHIP, ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENTAND MANAGEMENT

Audit Directors Regional GroupAudit directors from Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond meet to discuss productivity improvements, innovations and emerging audit issues in government; to conduct joint continuing education for their group; and to participate in hiring interview panels as necessary.

Budget Offi cers Regional GroupBudget offi cers from Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond meet regularly to discuss productivity improvements and innovations in government.

Chief Elected Offi cial (CEO) and Chief Administrative Offi cial (CAO) MeetingsThe chief elected offi cial and the chief administrative offi cial for Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond meet bi-monthly. The localities take turns hosting the meeting and preparing the agenda of current topics that the region needs to address.

Cooperative PurchasingAshland, Chesterfi eld, Hanover and Henrico cooperatively bid their respective annual requirements for petroleum products such as gasoline and diesel fuels. Henrico County participates in the following purchasing alliances: U.S. Communities, National IPA, NJPA and VASCCUP. Henrico also participates in regional, state, and national procurement associations including Capital Area Purchasing Association (CAPA), Virginia Association of Governmental Purchasing (VAGP), and National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP).

Connections Henrico hosts the annual meeting geared toward assisting small, women-owned and minority-owned businesses (SWAM) doing business with localities.

Finance, Taxation and BudgetFinance, treasury, taxation, revenue and budget offi cers and staff in Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond maintain close contact to discuss issues of mutual concern and develop uniform procedures. Meetings with regional counterparts and beyond are held frequently to discuss issues and to compare economic trends.

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General Registrar Voter TransfersRegistrars in Chesterfi eld, Henrico and Richmond maintain regular contact to accommodate each other’s needs when registered voters move from one locality to another. These offi cers also share ideas and information about offi ce procedures, legal issues and related concerns.

Human Resources Administration Information SharingDirectors of the Department of Human Resources in Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond meet regularly to discuss issues, policies, practices, etc. that affect the region and their respective local governments, as well as share information on benefi ts, salaries, policies and practices.

Joint Regional Audit EffortsMulti-jurisdictional teams provide audit services for special regional projects or groups when needed or requested.

Leadership Metro Richmond (LMR)LMR is a community leadership development program affi liated with the National Association for Community Leadership. LMR’s purpose is to educate leaders about the complexity of key issues in the metropolitan area; to engage a diverse group of community leaders in problem solving, team building and interpersonal communication; and to encourage individual involvement in shaping policy, exerting infl uence and providing vision for the future of the greater community. Representatives from Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond have served in the LMR program, on its board of directors and as advisors to its classes.

Personal Property InformationChesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond share personal property information, such as the location of personal property, business license information and payment of taxes.

Real Estate Assessment InformationChesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond share real property information such as residential and commercial sales activity and meet periodically to discuss market trends.

Regional Jobs WebsiteHenrico, Richmond, Chesterfi eld and Hanover jointly offer a website showing all job vacancies posted in each of their respective localities. This website, www.metrorichmondjobs.com, is regularly maintained and updated on a weekly basis.

Regional Revenue ForumThe Regional Revenue Forum is an annual forum that brings together experts in the fi elds of real estate, homebuilding, retail sales, car sales, economists, etc. with fi nance offi cials from around the region to discuss local economy/revenue issues. Chesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, Hopewell, Petersburg, Powhatan and Richmond offi cials participate.

Urban League of Greater Richmond’s Annual Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Workplace SymposiumHenrico County hosted this annual event at its Training Facility where a number of quality speakers addressed the many participants in and outside of Virginia. The training covered a myriad of EEO and workplace issues in repeated concurrent sessions including employment law, change management, EEO compliance, social networking, and diversity training.

Virginia Energy Procurement Governmental Association (VEPGA) Henrico, along with some 200 counties, cities, towns, boards and authorities across the state, have created

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a legal entity known as the Virginia Energy Procurement Governmental Association. This association negotiates and contracts for the acquisition of electric energy on behalf of its membership. Virginia is the only state in the nation in which political subdivisions are not subject to the jurisdiction of the state regulatory agency (State Corporation Commission) with regard to the acquisition of electric energy. Therefore, VEPGA negotiates with Dominion Virginia Power for the acquisition of electricity. This model has resulted in signifi cant savings to Virginia jurisdictions, and Henrico has been a leader in these initiatives.

LIBRARYLIBRARY

All Henrico ReadsHenrico County Public Library, Henrico County Public Schools, and Friends of the Henrico County Public Library co-sponsor this literary event each year in the spring, bringing a nationally recognized, award-winning author to the community who meets with students during the day and the entire community in the evening to share their insights and speak about their body of work. In previous years, the University of Richmond and the Richmond International Raceway were additional partners.

Capital Area Library Directors (CALD) MeetingsLibrary directors from Chesterfi eld, Henrico, Petersburg, Powhatan, Richmond, Appomattox Regional and Pamunkey Regional collaborate on the implementation of library services, programs and policies.

Cooperative Public Library ProgramsHenrico, Richmond and Pamunkey Regional libraries have conducted cooperative programming efforts for children and young adults. Interlibrary LoanHenrico Public Library loans to and receives materials from libraries throughout the region and state.

Reciprocal Library Borrowing PolicyChesterfi eld, Henrico, Richmond and Pamunkey Regional libraries have a reciprocal borrowing agreement that allows residents to use library facilities in each jurisdiction without charge.

MENTAL HEALTH & MENTAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICESDEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Acute Care ProjectRegional community services boards have developed and implemented a program to purchase acute in-patient care at local hospitals to assure appropriate client and community safety and avoid state hospitalization. This jointly operated program is funded by the state.

Crisis Intervention Team TrainingCrisis intervention training for fi rst responders has been offered by Henrico to surrounding jurisdictions and university police departments.

Henrico Area Mental Health & Developmental Services Community Services BoardThe board serves the residents of Charles City, Henrico and New Kent counties and provides mental health, intellectual disability and substance abuse services and access to resources to enable them to lead productive lives.

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Infant Early Intervention ProgramCoordinators from Chesterfi eld, Henrico area and Richmond community services boards meet regularly to discuss implementation of applicable program standards.

Mental Health Emergency ServicesEmergency Service program directors from Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond meet quarterly to resolve inter-jurisdictional matters such as temporary detention orders and other crisis issues. The regional community services boards have developed a regional disaster-response agreement that assures coordination and mutual aid. The regional community services boards also have cooperative agreements to represent each other at commitment hearings.

Network of CareChesterfi eld, Henrico and Richmond have a consumer and family-oriented, web-based information service called “Network of Care.” It provides a comprehensive service directory of all licensed providers in the area and direct access for consumers and families to easy-to-search libraries about specifi c disorders as well as daily articles about mental and emotional wellness. In addition, it allows consumers to track state and federal legislation and to communicate with elected state and federal offi cials. The service provides translation into several languages, including Spanish and Vietnamese, at the click of a mouse. This is the fi rst mental health and intellectual disability service of this type in Virginia.

Regional Authorization CommitteeRepresentatives from the Regional Community Services Board Consortium meet weekly at Central State Hospital to review all requests for admission to ensure their appropriateness. Through this process, the region and hospital cooperatively manage the census at Central State Hospital.

Regional Community Services Boards ConsortiumThe community services boards of Chesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, Powhatan, Planning District 19 and Crossroads meet monthly to coordinate and solve regional mental health/intellectual disability and substance abuse issues.

Regional Adult Mental Health Crisis Stabilization ProgramRegional community services boards fund and utilize a 16 bed regional crisis stabilization program. The program is operated for the region by the Richmond Behavioral Health Authority. This jointly operated program is funded by the state.

Regional Child Mental Health Crisis Stabilization ProgramRegional community services boards fund and utilize a six bed regional child crisis stabilization program. The program is operated for the region under contract with St. Joseph’s Villa. This jointly operated program is funded by the state.

Regional “START” Developmental Disability Crisis ServicesRegional community services boards are planning and will funds a six bed residential crisis service with outreach components to serve adults with developmental disabilities. This jointly operated program is funded by the state.

Regional Disability DirectorsChesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, Powhatan and Richmond directors of intellectual disability, mental health and substance abuse programs meet regularly to develop regional cooperative training offerings and to keep cooperative agreements current.

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Regional Intellectual Disability Case Managers CoalitionCommunity services boards in Chesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, Powhatan and Richmond meet quarterly for updates on service issues and in-service training.

Regional Reinvestment ProjectSince 2003, the regional community services boards have developed cooperative programs that reduce the census at Central State Hospital and permit the transfer of hospital funds into the region for community services. As part of this effort, some regionally operated and funded programs have been developed to create economics of scale. These include a regional Crisis Stabilization Team (contractual), a regional Behavioral Team (contractual) and a Jail Team. The Regional Reinvestment Project manages approximately $2.8 million.

Sheltered WorkshopsThe marketing specialists from sheltered workshops administered by the Chesterfi eld, Henrico and Richmond community services boards coordinate marketing efforts to attract larger jobs.

PLA NNINGPLA NNING Broad Street Rapid Transit StudyHenrico, Richmond and the Richmond Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (RAMPO) are part of the study team in partnership with the Greater Richmond Transit Company and the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation in reviewing and providing the Broad Street Rapid Transit Study. The mission is to provide rapid and reliable transit service affording greater mobility and transportation choices within the region and to improve the environmental quality of the region.

Graduate and Undergraduate Students Internship ProgramThis National Association of Counties award-winning program partners with the regional universities, including Virginia Commonwealth University, Virginia Tech, University of Virginia, to provide students real life work experience in the Planning fi eld.

Richmond Regional Planning District Commission (RRPDC)The RRPDC promotes orderly and effi cient development of the physical, social and economic aspects of the region in partnership with governmental subdivisions and other entities. Under the RRPDC umbrella is also the Richmond Area Metropolitan Planning Offi ce with special review and attention to the region’s transportation projects and programs. Ashland, Charles City, Chesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, Powhatan and Richmond support RRPDC and various sub-functions.

RVA Reality CheckUnder the facilitation of the Urban Land Institute’s Richmond District Council, Planning was instrumental in representing Henrico alongside other local governments as panelists for the Advance Discussions segment of RVA Reality Check. The panels focused on three major topics: land use and economic vitality, affordable housing, and transportation and utilities. These panels served as the starting point for RVA Reality Check, a single-day event where over 300 community leaders and citizens from greater Richmond will work in teams on recommended future land use principles in a game-like scenario to model RVA in 2035. A report with recommended next steps will be produced based on the results of this effort and provided to the community.

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Virginia Capital TrailThe Virginia Capital Trail is a multi-use, paved trail being built by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) connecting the previous capitals of Jamestown and Williamsburg with the current capital of Richmond. The approximately 51-mile trail will travel through portions of Charles City, Henrico and James City accommodating walkers, joggers and bicyclists. Planning has worked hand-in-hand with representatives of Public Works to assist the planning and implementation of the Varina Phase of the trail. This phase will consists of approximately 7.6 miles of trail from Longbridge Road in Henrico County to .5 mile south of the Richmond city limits.

Virginia Department of Rail and Transportation — High Speed RailAs part of the overall study to provide high speed rail accessible from Hampton Roads, Richmond Metropolitan Area to Washington D.C., representatives from Ashland, Henrico and Richmond provide input and guidance on the study to improve local railways and Amtrak stations. This study identifi es short and long term improvements in the region including station upgrades and new stations supporting Transit Oriented Development.

Weldon Cooper Population ProjectionsHenrico and many other local governments and regional entities statewide participated in a day-long forum to discuss population projections and related methodology with the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service. The Center was recently awarded a contract with the Virginia Employment Commission to develop the offi cial statewide projections for the Commonwealth of Virginia. The purpose of the forum was to improve the projections and the process by which they are developed in the Commonwealth.

POLICEPOLICE

Animal Protection Police ServicesAnimal protection police offi cers in Hanover, Henrico and Richmond regularly share information and assistance when the need arises. The Henrico County Police Division (HCPD) Animal Protection Police Unit (APPU) works closely with the regional Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) and Metro Richmond Pet Savers (MRPS) programs.

Commission for the Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA)HCPD is an accredited agency through the national CALEA. Along with other law enforcement agencies within the Commonwealth and throughout the country, HCPD is known for maintaining the highest standards.

Capital Region Communications Steering Committee (CRCSC)Henrico is the hub of a regional radio network that serves approximately 10,000 users in Chesterfi eld, Henrico and Richmond. Representatives from Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond have formed the Capital Region Communications Steering Committee. It meets monthly to work on regional communications public safety issues and has met regularly since 1998. The committee is currently working together on replacing the regional radio system.

Central Virginia All Hazards Incident Management Team (CVAHIMT)Jurisdictions within the Central Virginia region meet quarterly to discuss all hazards to public safety and welfare. This group of instructors includes Fire, Police, and Rescue personnel.

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Central Virginia Crime ClinicAs a local affi liate of the Virginia State Crime Clinic, this chapter is comprised of private and public safety personnel who meet monthly over lunch for a discussion of a current crime topic.

Central Virginia Crime Prevention Association (CVCPA)Chesterfi eld and Henrico police, Hanover Sheriff’s Offi ce, Richmond police, Virginia Department of State Police, Virginia Commonwealth University police, Richmond International Airport police, and Martin’s Supermarkets are the core participants in regular CVCPA meetings and seminars.

Central Virginia Public Safety Media CouncilPublic information offi cers from Chesterfi eld and Henrico police, Hanover Sheriff’s Offi ce, and Colonial Heights, Petersburg, and Richmond police, US Federal Bureau of Investigations, and local mass media representatives meet monthly to discuss public safety/media issues.

Community Support ServicesArea law enforcement agencies participate in many community relations and crime prevention programs, such as National Night Out Against Crime, the Metro Coalition Against Drugs, Neighborhood Watch, Police Apartment Managers Coalition (PAC), and Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (SALT).

Computerized Warrant Information SharingChesterfi eld, Henrico and Richmond police share computerized warrant fi les to enhance regional law enforcement efforts.

CrimeStoppersPolice departments from Charles City, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent and Richmond police participate in CrimeStoppers where private citizens call in to share information about criminal offenses and can be eligible for a reward. Richmond police usually handle the televised announcements and Henrico Police handle the telephone calls and the database maintenance.

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Task ForceChesterfi eld, Henrico, Petersburg, Richmond police, Hanover Sheriff’s Offi ce, the Virginia Department of State Police and the US Drug Enforcement Administration pool their resources to prevent drug traffi cking in the metropolitan area.

Enhanced “911” Emergency Phone SystemWith the use of the emergency 911 telephone system, Chesterfi eld, Henrico and Richmond police can immediately transfer emergency information to the affected jurisdiction. Henrico and Richmond police share a built-in backup telephone system in the event of power or telephone failure. The affected jurisdiction can fl ip a key on its command console, and all incoming emergency calls will immediately ring into the backup jurisdiction’s system.

Explosive Ordnance Device (EOD) Regional TeamHCPD and the Richmond Police Department jointly train and utilize their EOD technicians and equipment during call-outs. Together, this joint EOD Team is comparable to US FBI regional EOD Teams.

Explorer Post (Henrico County Police #608)Henrico Police Explorer Post cooperates with neighboring Explorer Posts in mutual benefi t events and in annual leadership training and conferences.

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Frequency RebandingChesterfi eld, Henrico and Richmond have worked together since 2004 to negotiate a solution with Sprint/Nextel to the national frequency rebanding issue. The jurisdictions, known as “The Three Cooperating Jurisdictions,” are able to improve their negotiating position through “strength in numbers.” The three cooperating jurisdictions continue to communicate closely as they work through the implementation phase of frequency rebanding.

Fugitive Task ForceChesterfi eld, Henrico and Richmond police, US Marshall Service and the US Federal Bureau of Investigations cooperate in apprehending felons with charges pending in respective jurisdictions.

Gang Task ForceThe regional jurisdictions (primarily Chesterfi eld, Henrico and Richmond ) share gang-related incidents and data on a periodic basis.

Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and Asian Chamber of CommerceHenrico police is involved with other law enforcement entities in the greater Richmond area in crime reduction and prevention efforts.

Help Eliminate Auto Theft (HEAT) ProjectJurisdictions throughout the metro area combine their efforts to combat stolen vehicles through the HEAT Program as administered by the Virginia Department of State Police.

Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) In agreement with Bedford Sheriff’s Offi ce and the FBI, one Criminal Investigations Section Detective is assigned to the Southern Virginia Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) AgreementParticipates with the US Department of Immigration and Customs with immigrant status enforcement. The ICE Agreement allows HCPD to cooperate with local, state and federal partners with such enforcement.

Interdiction Task ForceHenrico and Richmond police and Virginia Department of State Police work together by pooling and dedicating multi-agency resources to interdict illegal drugs at Richmond International Airport, Greyhound bus and AMTRAK train stations, hotels and motels, and parcel-packaging providers.

Joint InvestigationsWhen appropriate or advantageous, area jurisdictions work together on undercover operations to combat crimes involving narcotics, homicides, and other street crimes. This is especially helpful when the crimes cross jurisdictional boundaries.

Joint Tactical Operations TrainingPolice from Henrico, Richmond and Richmond International Airport; troopers from Virginia Capitol Police and Virginia Department of State Police; and agents from US ATF, US FBI, and US Secret Service train and respond together on tactical, hostage, K9, EOD, and SWAT situations. These entities respond

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together to dignitary visits to the region, holiday patrols, school shootings, felony arrest incidents and other circumstances that cross jurisdictional boundaries.

Joint Terrorism Task ForceHCPD has an offi cer permanently assigned to the US Federal Bureau of Investigations’ Richmond Regional Joint Terrorism Task Force.

Joint Uniform Task Force Operations (License, Equipment, Sobriety and Speed)Police offi cers from Chesterfi eld, Henrico, Richmond and University of Richmond; deputies from Goochland, Hanover, New Kent; and troopers from the Virginia Department of State Police engage in joint operator licensing, vehicle equipment, DUI, and/or speed checks.

Leadership Metro Richmond (LMR)HCPD participates in LMR collectively and individually through its Command Staff.

Marine PatrolChesterfi eld, Henrico and Richmond police work together on water safety and rescue in the James River. The HCPD Marine Patrol cooperates with the US Coast Guard and the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries.

Metro Aviation UnitAerial police fl ight crews provide undercover and patrol surveillance for Chesterfi eld, Henrico and Richmond.

Metro Richmond Regional Crime Analysis CommitteeAshland, Charles City, Chesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, New Kent, Powhatan and Richmond police work together to identify crime patterns, trends, and suspects.

Metro Street Crimes UnitChesterfi eld, Henrico and Richmond police and Hanover Sheriff’s Offi ce meet monthly to share information on robberies and other street crimes in the area.

Multi-Jurisdictional Grand JuryChesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond police work together to conduct multi-jurisdictional investigations and form a special grand jury to evaluate major drug traffi cking cases in the area.

National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE)The Division has been a member of NOBLE for decades. NOBLE offers regional and national training of which the Division avails itself.

Operation 360This joint activity brings together Henrico and Richmond police to address hot spot crime in both jurisdictions and, especially, in areas at the borders.

Operation Inn-KeeperHCPD participates in this program with US Federal Bureau of Investigations, the Richmond Merchants Association, and surrounding law enforcement agencies to visit every hotel and motel within Henrico to address vice (especially prostitution), human traffi cking, narcotics and other criminal activity.

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Operation Pipe LineThis effort between police in Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond is aimed at reducing illegal activities, such as drug traffi cking and prostitution.

Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task ForceThis regional drug enforcement task force is supported by the FBI with the assignment of two Organized Crime Section (OCS) Detectives.

Precious Metals, Thefts and Control GroupArea jurisdictions have adopted parallel ordinances and conduct joint investigations in cooperation with Commonwealth’s Attorneys from participating localities.

Regional Intelligence Sharing GroupMeet monthly with surrounding law enforcement agencies to discuss emerging crime trends.

Regional Organized Crime Information Center (ROCIC)The ROCIC is an organization comprised of law enforcement agencies throughout the Southeastern and Southwestern United States. Sharing of crime data is central to the ROCIC efforts, especially with multi-jurisdictional criminal activities.

Regional Preparedness Advisory Committee for Interoperability (Richmond Area)The Commonwealth [of Virginia] Interoperability Coordinator’s Offi ce (CICO) established Interoperability Subcommittees of the Regional Preparedness Advisory Committees for Interoperability, referred to RPAC-Is. A representative from Henrico attends the RPAC-I meetings.

Richmond Metro Burglary InvestigatorsInvestigators from various metropolitan localities meet to discuss burglary, robbery cases and suspects.

Richmond Metro Hostage Negotiation TrainingHanover, Henrico and Richmond police regularly meet to discuss common trends and to arrange for cooperative training programs in dealing with hostage situations.

Richmond Area Microwave Interoperability System (RAMIS)RAMIS is a high speed network that connects the member jurisdictions of the Richmond Regional Planning District. It is used currently for live video stream from the Metro Aviation Unit aircraft. Video teleconferences, data collaborations, and VoIP telephone connections between emergency operation centers reduce recurring monthly cost by eliminating leased lines and improve reliability over leased lines.

Richmond Regional Capital Region Communications Steering CommitteeHenrico joins with other jurisdictions in the Capital Region to coordinate public safety communication needs.

Richmond Metropolitan Law Enforcement Regional Pursuit CommitteeAshland, Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond police and the Virginia Department of State Police join in monitoring and analyzing police vehicular pursuits in their individual jurisdictions and within the region on an annual basis. HCPD gathers and compiles the annual Regional Pursuit Report.

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Sovereign Citizen WorkgroupMeet monthly with surrounding law enforcement agencies to discuss the emerging problem of sovereign citizens.

Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI)The UASI funds originated with the US Department of Homeland Security and were disbursed by the Virginia Department of Emergency Management. Henrico received communication (regional radio caches, mobile tower sites, and national mutual aid simulcast radio network) and homeland security (tactical equipment) monies from this grant program.

Violent Crime Analyst NetworkMeet with surrounding law enforcement agencies to provide training and share information between crime and intelligence analysts throughout the Commonwealth. This is a valuable network for sharing crime information.

Violent Crime Task ForceChesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond police, the Virginia Department of State Police, the US Federal Bureau of Investigations, the US Drug Enforcement Administration, and US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms work together to apprehend violent career criminals.

Virginia Association of CALEA Accreditation Professionals (VACAP)HCPD is a CALEA-accredited agency and has been since 1987. Law enforcement agencies within the Commonwealth who are CALEA-accredited, also, belong to VACAP that meets quarterly to discuss new or modifi ed standards and interpretations of them.

Virginia Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) CommitteeChesapeake, Chesterfi eld, Henrico and Virginia Beach police, Crime Prevention Center of Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, Virginia Crime Prevention Association, Bristol Sheriff’s Offi ce, Department of Biology of Blue Ridge Community College, and Environmental Program of Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation meet to share CPTED information, concerns, and training.

Written Mutual Aid AgreementsCharles City, Chesterfi eld, Colonial Heights, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, Petersburg, Prince George and Richmond, and Capital Airport and University of Richmond Police are on call to provide backup police personnel when needed. These agreements provide for criminal information sharing and joint criminal enforcements.

RECREATION AND TOURISMRECREATION AND TOURISM

Area Planning and Services CommitteeHenrico MH/DS, Richmond MH/MR and Henrico Recreation and Parks partner with area agencies such as VCU, Richmond Housing Coalition, Faith in Action, Greater Richmond United Way, Behavioral Health Authority, Instructive Visiting Nursing Association, Adult Care Services, parent advocacy groups and the Capital Area Agency on Aging to develop services for aging adults with developmental disabilities and their families.

Citie of HenricusHenrico played a major role in the funding of the “Citie of Henricus,” including building and construction

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of the park and the access roads. In addition to Henrico’s continuing support, Chesterfi eld, the Henricus Foundation, and other private contributors provide assistance towards the park’s operation.

James River Advisory CouncilChesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond representatives serve on the regional council to promote and protect the James River. The council organizes “James River Days.”

James River Parade of LightsChesterfi eld, Henrico and Richmond Recreation and Parks agencies and local marinas—in cooperation with the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries—hold an annual holiday lighted boat parade and activities at various boat landings along the James River.

Maymont FoundationThe foundation provides educational, recreational and cultural opportunities for the community through the restoration and development of Maymont Park, including museums, animal exhibits, gardens and other resources. Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond participate.

Metropolitan Richmond Sports BackersChesterfi eld, Henrico, and Richmond are members of Metropolitan Richmond Sports Backers, which promotes sporting events and related activities in the area.

Richmond Area Safe Kids CoalitionHanover, Henrico and Richmond form outreach programs with private businesses to promote child safety and injury prevention.

Richmond Region TourismRichmond Region Tourism is a cooperative effort between Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent and Richmond, the Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce and the Retail Merchants Association of Greater Richmond to promote tourism and travel in the metro Richmond area. Annually Henrico contributes a portion of the lodging taxes collected from Henrico based hotels to fund the RMCVB. Henrico Tourism staff work cooperatively with Richmond Region Tourism to ensure promotion of Henrico as a premier destination for sports, heritage and leisure travel.

Regional Youth Athletic LeaguesChesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond provide playing fi elds for groups such as the Richmond Strikers, Metropolitan Youth Football League, and Little League and Babe Ruth baseball/softball associations. Sportable/Richmond Adaptive Sports and RecreationSportable is focused on providing recreation and sports opportunities for individuals with physical disabilities in the Richmond area. Chesterfi eld and Henrico Recreation and Parks agencies, along with HH McGuire Veterans Medical Center, are community partners in this program.

Special OlympicsRecreation and Parks agencies from Amelia, Charles City, Chesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, Powhatan, Richmond and West Point participate in activities for those with developmental disabilities. Area law enforcement agencies take part in the Torch Run for the Special Olympics.

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The Diamond StadiumChesterfi eld, Henrico and Richmond contribute funds to the Richmond Metropolitan Authority to fund repairs and improvements to The Diamond Stadium. Henrico also appoints a representative to the Stadium Operating Committee.

Theater EquipmentHenrico Recreation and Parks and Richmond exchange supplies, costumes and props to use at Dogwood Dell and other city facilities.

TournamentsEach year, Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond work cooperatively to bring youth soccer tournaments such as the Jefferson Cup, National Championships for the Elite Club National League, and Capital Cup to the region. Regional efforts have established the metropolitan area as the site of numerous youth and adult tournaments.

Virginia Senior GamesRecreation and Parks agencies from Fairfax, Hanover, Henrico, Richmond and Virginia Beach, along with the Metropolitan Richmond Sports Backers, organize and implement sports and games for senior adults when the event is held in the Richmond area.

SOCIAL SERVICESSOCIAL SERVICES

PD-15 Benefi t Programs Organization (BPRO)An affi liate meeting from the League of Social Services Executives meets quarterly to conduct business meetings for the local agency benefi t program members from the central region.

Benefi t Programs Specialist (BPS) Certifi cation Program GroupA subcommittee from BPRO meets as needed to develop in cooperation with the community colleges, a certifi cation program to promote professional growth of benefi t staff statewide.

C-VanC-Van provides van service for customers of the “Virginia Initiative for Employment Not Welfare.” This 24-hours-a-day/7-days-a-week program is managed by GRTC. Henrico and Richmond participate.

Capital Region Workforce Partners Management TeamCapital Workforce Partners teams with state agencies, local education, business and community organizations and top-notch service delivery contractors to implement a fully integrated, seamless “One-Stop” delivery system to meet the needs of the region’s individuals and businesses.

Central Regional Supervisory GroupSupervisory benefi t staff from all local social services meets quarterly to discuss training, program issues and staff development.

Central Virginia Coalition of Comprehensive Services Act CoordinatorsThis coalition meets monthly to implement the Comprehensive Services Act for At Risk Youth and Families. Charles City, Chesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, Richmond, Powhatan and several

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localities from southern and northern Virginia are represented. Meeting topics address the implementation of the law and provide training in the coordinated delivery of services to seriously emotionally disturbed children.

Local Child Welfare Supervisors MeetingsSupervisors from all central regional local departments meet to discuss Social Services child welfare programs (Child Protective Services, Prevention, Foster Care and Adoptions), policies and implementation of Children’s Services Transformation initiatives.

Local Social Services Directors MeetingsDirectors from Charles City, Chesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, Richmond and Powhatan collaborate on Social Service programs, policies and implementation of the welfare reform program.

Partnership of Offi ce Services Support Employees in Social Services (POSSESS)The purpose of POSSESS is to provide offi ce services support personnel with a statewide organization for professional identity, professional development (education and training), networking, and advocacy; an affi liate of the League of Social Services Executive.

Regional Fraud MeetingsFraud investigators and supervisors meet quarterly for the purposes of training and information sharing among local agencies.

Regional Round TableThe coalition sponsors the Regional Foster Parent and Resource Recruitment Project. Chesterfi eld, Colonial Heights, Dinwiddie, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, Hopewell, Petersburg, Powhatan, Prince George and Richmond participate.

Senior Connections This agency develops and administers an area plan to coordinate and implement community-based ser-vices for the elderly. Participants include Charles City, Chesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, Powhatan and Richmond.

Striving to Achieve and Retain Self Suffi ciency (STARS)A collaborative effort between Henrico and Richmond Department of Social Services, organizing, planning, and implementing a four-week job readiness program for participants in the Virginia Initiative for Employment not Welfare (VIEW) program.

Transition to Independence and Employment (TIE) Program Partnership Meetings A collaborated effort among community partners in regards to the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) hard to serve grant administered through the Goodwill/TIE program.

Virginia Alliance for Social Work Practitioners Planning District 15Local social workers from Charles City, Chesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, Powhatan, and Richmond meet to discuss best practice and provide expert speakers on a monthly basis; an affi liate of the League of Social Services Executive.

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TRANSPORTATIONTRANSPORTATIONCARECARE provides local paratransit service within, and is supported by Henrico and Richmond. CARE is part of the GRTC Transit System.

GRTC Transit SystemGRTC, the public transportation provider for the Richmond metropolitan area, is jointly owned by Chesterfi eld and Richmond. Representatives from those jurisdictions serve on the board of directors. Henrico, with approximately 16 percent of GRTC’s route mileage, has contractual arrangements with GRTC to support public transportation in the area.

Richmond International Airport (RIC)Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond make up the Capitol Region Airport Commission that operates RIC.

Richmond Metropolitan Authority (RMA)The RMA operates transportation facilities like the Powhite Parkway, the Downtown Expressway and the Boulevard Bridge. Chesterfi eld, Henrico and Richmond provide the board of directors for the authority.

Richmond Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)The Richmond Area MPO is the state and federally designated regional transportation planning organization that serves as the forum for cooperative transportation decision-making in the urbanized and soon-to-be-urbanized portion of the Richmond area. Administrative functions of the MPO are provided through the Richmond Regional Planning District Commission. Members include Ashland, Charles City, Chesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, Powhatan, and Richmond, the Capital Region Airport Commission, GRTC Transit System, the Richmond Metropolitan Authority, the Richmond Regional Planning District Commission, Ridefi nders, the Virginia Department of Transportation, the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation, the Virginia Department of Aviation, the Federal Highway Administration and the Federal Transportation Administration.

Ridefi ndersRidefi nders is the region’s carpool, vanpool and rideshare facilitator, providing services to the public and private sectors under the GRTC Transit System umbrella. Chesterfi eld, Henrico and Richmond support Ridefi nders.

Taxicab RegulationChesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond have adopted similar ordinances and rate schedules for taxicabs. These jurisdictions have full reciprocity in taxicab regulation, encouraged by the Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce. The Capital Region Taxicab Advisory Board was established under the Richmond Regional Planning District Commission.

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UTILITIESUTILITIES

Central Virginia Waste Management Authority (CVWMA)The CVWMA provides solid waste management services for Ashland, Charles City, Chesterfi eld, Colonial Heights, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, Hopewell, New Kent, Petersburg, Powhatan, Prince George and Richmond.

Henrico County Water Supply Project – Cobbs Creek ReservoirHenrico will be constructing a water supply reservoir and dam in Cumberland County. The reservoir will be sized to allow increased James River withdrawals necessary to supply the increased potable water needs for the next 50 years for Cumberland, Goochland, Henrico and Powhatan. During periods of low fl ow in the James River, the reservoir will release water to enhance the aquatic environment.

Henrico Regional Wastewater Treatment FacilityThe Henrico Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility began operations in November 1989 and treats sewage from most of Henrico and parts of Goochland and Hanover. This facility is an element of the Water Quality Management Plan for the Richmond metropolitan area, adopted by the State Water Control Board on August 26, 1974. Under a wastewater agreement, Henrico and Richmond treat the wastewater of the other’s residents along their boundary lines when gravity sewage fl ow causes the wastewater to enter the treating jurisdiction.

Natural GasRichmond supplies natural gas to residents in Richmond, Henrico and northern Chesterfi eld. A Gas Agreement between Henrico and Richmond governs the gas service in Henrico.

Regional Utilities CommitteeComposed of the public utilities directors for Chesterfi eld, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, Powhatan and Richmond, this committee meets periodically to discuss matters of mutual concern or benefi t, and where feasible, provide mutual support during emergencies.

Regional Wastewater Training ProgramChesterfi eld, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond, with cooperation from the American Association of Water and Wastewater Professionals, established a two-day training program for up to six operators from each utility. The program is recognized and accepted by the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation and provides a means whereby every licensed operator at the participating utilities can obtain the contact hours required to maintain their state-issued Wastewater Operator License.

Water and Sewer AgreementsHenrico and Richmond signed a water agreement through the year 2040. Richmond agreed to support the construction of a new treatment plant in Henrico to help meet the region’s future water needs. Henrico’s water treatment plant was placed into service in 2004; however, Henrico will continue to purchase treated water from Richmond at a reduced volume through July 1, 2040.