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Bulk Refuse Pick-Up Fees Beginning July 1st
 Customers that request pickup of bulk refuse will pay a fee, effective July 1st. All residences within the city of Suffolk having public roadway receive free collection for household refuse weekly. However, citizens utilizing the Special Collection service will be required to pay a fee for that service, beginning July 1st.
The fees for the Special Bulk Collections are: 1-8 cubic yards $20, 9-16 cubic yards $50, and evictions will be $100. The cost for the service must be paid for in advance. Residents who desire bulk collection may pay:
· in person at one of the City Treasurer's offices - 441 Market Street (Municipal Center) or North Suffolk Library
· by calling the City Treasurer's office at 514-4275; a convenience charge of $3 will apply for credit card transactions
· by mailing payment to the City Treasurer at 441 Market Street, Suffolk, VA 23434 |
City of Suffolk Begins Web Streaming
 Suffolk residents are now able to watch local City meetings broadcast live on the Internet! The City officiallyl launched its new web casting technology at the July 1st City Council Work Session at 4 p.m., followed by the City Council meeting at 7 p.m. This technology enhances the accessibility of Municipal Channel 8 programming to citizens who may not have local cable programming.
"We are very excited to launch this technology," stated Debbie George, Director of Media and Community Relations. "It will make city government more accessible and convenient for our citizens," she added.
Currently the City televises the regular City Council and Planning Commission meetings. These meetings can be accessed live at their regularly scheduled time. City Council meetings will also be archived and available for viewing shortly after the meetings conclude.
The new service includes streaming software to capture, manage, store, and distribute online video recordings. In addition, the video player window includes the meeting agenda, with direct links to access specific agenda item discussions within the archived meeting.
The new online service is powered by San Francisco-based Granicus, Inc., the premier provider of government webcasting and public meeting management solutions to over 500 government agencies spanning 45 states across the nation.
 Users can replay all or part of the meetings and other archived content at their convenience by clicking on the television icon on the City's homepage, www.suffolk.va.us. |
New Chief of Police Selected
 Thomas E. Bennett began his new job as Suffolk's Chief of Police on June 15, bringing twenty-five years of experience in the area of law enforcement to the City of Suffolk.
After a comprehensive nationwide search for a police chief, involving input from stakeholders throughout Suffolk (including community members, business leaders, constitutional officers and members of the police department), the search found Bennett to be the most qualified for the position.
City Manager Selena Cuffee-Glenn is very pleased to have Bennett on board, stating, "We did a very thorough search to fill this critical position. Thomas' career reflects high standard for integrity, professionalism and excellence. We feel he is a perfect fit to lead a department with a history of those standards."
Bennett began his career in law enforcement as an auxiliary officer for the City of Newport News in 1984. He worked his way through the ranks of that department, serving in Uniform Patrol, Major Crimes Investigation, Anti-Crime Task Force, and Vice and Narcotics and Special Projects. In 2005 he was promoted to Deputy Chief. Since that time, he has been responsible for areas of the department including: Criminal Investigations Division, Organized Crime Division, Crime Analysis Unit, Intelligence Unit, Records Section, Property & Evidence, Support Services, Communications Division, Planning Unit, and Training/Recruiting Division.
Bennett has a B.A. in Criminology from St. Leo College, and received a Masters Degree in Public Administration from Old Dominion University. He is a graduate of the F.B.I. National Academy; in addition, he completed the Senior Management Institute for Police - Police Executive Research Forum's 35th Session, United States Secret Service Dignitary Protection School, and is a FEMA PDS Certified Emergency Management Professional. Bennett also serves as an assessor and team leader for the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, and has completed the Leadership Institute of the Peninsula and has been extensively trained in Incident Command and Weapons of Mass Destruction.
Bennett is excited to have been selected, remarkinig, "I consider it an honor and privilege to have been selected to lead such an outstanding law enforcement agency. I am looking forward to working with the members of our law enforcement team, our citizens and our city leaders to continue Suffolk's legacy of opportunity, security and vitality. Suffolk's future is very bright and I am excited about my opportunity to play a role in its continued development.
Bennett does have ties in Suffolk. His parents moved to the City in 1977. In addition to the years spent in Suffolk as a youth, Bennett again lived in Suffolk from 1996 to 2003. Bennett's mother Sarah currently lives in the Bennett's Creek area of Suffolk. |
Gear Up For Second Half
of TGIF Concert Series
 Join us for the second half of the TGIF Concert Series at Bennett's Creek Park, where Friday nights of free family fun are the order of the day! Local and regional bands will play under the stars from 6:00-9:00 p.m. Scheduled dates are:
· July 31 - The Rhondels
· August 7 - Cedar Creek
· August 14 - Overtime Band
· August 21 - English Channel
· August 28 - Island Boy
 TGIF, sponsored by Pender and Coward Attorneys and Counselors at Law, Bronco Federal Credit Union, The Suffolk News Herald, and The Addison Group, is free and open to the public. Outside food items are not permitted. Don't forget to bring a chair!
Bennett's Creek Park is located at 3000 Bennett's Creek Park Road, Suffolk, VA 23435. For general information, contact Suffolk Parks and Recreation at 514-7267 or at www.suffolk.va.us/parks. |
Suffolk Health and Human Services
Ribbon Cutting
 A ribbon cutting for the new Health and Human Services took place Saturday, June 20, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. In addition to the ribbon cutting, tours of the facility and information on available services were given, and free hot dogs, sno-cones and popcorn were provided.
The facility, which is located at 135 Hall Avenue, is a catalyst in the rebirth of the Fairgrounds area of Suffolk. The 64,500 square-foot state-of-the-art facility houses the Suffolk Department of Health, as well as the Social Services Department. A $500,000 contribution from the Obici Healthcare Foundation made a tremendous impact in getting this project underway. The first  LEED-certified building in Suffolk, newly releases studies and reports point to "green" building as one of the growing bright spots for the U.S. economy. Also included in this project is a lighted, landscaped park and water feature - complete with walking trail - which will be enjoyed by visitors, employees and the entire community. Build on-time and under budget, this energy-efficient and environmentally friendly facility is a "one stop shop" for those persons seeking assistance, and provides enhanced health, hope and healing for our citizens.
The Suffolk Health Department offers a variety of health services, iincluding health screenings, immunizations, prenatal and pediatric services, STD and communicable disease testing and treatment, family planning, WIC and SEVAMP Senior Services, and home health. The Department of Social Services is committed to excellence in promoting self-reliance and protection for the citizens of Suffolk through community-based services. The Department is responsible for administering an effective social services and benefit programs safety net that meets the basic needs of citizens and provides community-based services within an environment that promotes family stability and self-reliance.
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Chesapeake Bay Chronicles
 Join us for a FREE program on Tuesday, August 18, at 6:00 p.m. in the North Suffolk Library lobby as award-winning writer and media producer Chris Dickon discusses the rich naval, transportation, and commercial history of the Bay, featuring his works on the USS Chesapeake, Eastern Shore Railroad, and Chesapeake Bay steamers. A book sale will also be available.
Please call the library reference desk for more information at (757) 514-7150, or visit us at www.suffolk.lib.va.us.
North Suffolk Library is located at 2000 Bennett's Creek Park Road, Suffolk, VA 23435.
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New Police Administration Building Ribbon Cutting on August 4 |
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You are cordially invited to attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Suffolk Police Administration Building on Tuesday, August 4, 2009, at 11 a.m.
Includes Special Recognition of Retired Police Chief William A. Freeman. Reception to follow.
Location: New Police Admin Building, corner of West Washington and Henley Place
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| National Night Out 2009
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Join us on August 4th as we let criminals know that Suffolk truly is united and dedicated to building a safer, more caring city!
Residents in neighborhoods across the nation are asked to lock their doors, turn on outside lights, and spend the evening outdoors with neighbors and police on August 4th.
The Kick-Off will take place at the new Police Administration Building at Henley Place, at 5:30 p.m.
Suffolk's 2008 NNO events placed FIRST IN THE NATION in our category. With your involvement, we can bring this award back in 2009! Help us give crime a going-away party!
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| Taste of Suffolk Right Around
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The 3rd Annual Taste of Suffolk Downtown Street Festival is a free, family-friendly event complete with live entertainment, history displays and interpreters, guided tours, a classic car show, a gospel exhibition, vendors, crafters, children's activities, fest food and more. This year's event will be held on September 12, along North Main and West Washington Streets in the Downtown Historic District. Free and open to the public.
For more information, please contact Lori Jessee at (757) 514-7257 or ljessee@city.suffolk.va.us.
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441 Market Street
Suffolk, VA 23434
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
757-514-4000
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| Council Meeting Schedule |
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Wednesday,
August 19, 2009:
7 p.m.
Wednesday,
September 2, 2009:
7 p.m.
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