Message from Chris

As Memorial Day approaches, please take the time to pause and consider the true meaning of this holiday. Memorial Day is a time for reverence where we honor the Americans who have died defending our Nation and its principals and values. Heroes from every walk of life have given all to secure our Nation's freedom. We recognize their profound contributions especially on Memorial Day.

In Virginia and across this nation we are fortunate to live in freedom. This Memorial Day we will again observe a "National Moment of Remembrance."  Through this observance the living can unite as one nation, under God, and commemorate those who valiantly struggled to protect our freedoms.  I encourage you to honor the fallen with one of the following gestures of appreciation:

• Visit cemeteries and place flags or flowers on the graves of our fallen heroes.
• Visit our memorials.
• Fly the U.S. Flag at half-staff until noon.
• Fly the 'POW/MIA Flag' as well (Section 1082 of the 1998 Defense Authorization Act).
• Participate in a "National Moment of Remembrance": at 3 p.m. to pause and think upon the true meaning of the day.
• Renew a pledge to aid the widows, widowers, and orphans of our fallen and aid disabled veterans. 

Virginia's Hurricane Preparedness:  Sales Tax Holiday - May 25-31

I would like to remind you of a sales tax holiday which begins on Saturday, May 25, 2013 and runs through Friday, May 31, 2013. 

This sales tax holiday offers you a chance to prepare for the upcoming hurricane season while getting a break on the sales tax.  During this holiday, certain items including; batteries, flashlights, bottled water, and first aid kits will be exempt.  In addition, certain bigger-ticket items are also exempt, e.g., generators priced at $1,000 or less. 

Virginia also has two additional sales tax holidays - one for school supplies and clothing in August, and one for Energy Star and WaterSense products in October.  I will be sure to notify you of those sales tax holidays as they approach.

To view a full list of the items that are included in the sales tax holiday, answers to frequently asked questions and guidelines for consumers and retailers, click "Sales Tax Holiday"

Hurricane aftermath in New Kent's Woodhaven Shores

Several prominent independent weather organizations have already predicted that the 2013 Hurricane Season is going to be busier than normal. The Virginia Department of Emergency Management has provided you this LINK to their website so you can stay up to date on weather developments in our area.

While this is Hurricane Preparedness Week, the unfortunate and tragic events in Oklahoma demonstrate that severe weather can hit anywhere. These past several years here in the Commonwealth we have witnessed earthquakes, tornados, blizzards, floods and hurricanes that have caused extensive damage. Please take advantage of this sales tax holiday and be prepared for all emergencies.

If you have any questions concerning the sales tax holiday, please do not hesitate to call me at 804-730-3737 or email me at delcpeace@house.virginia.gov

Help Chris Win Re-Election

Mark your calendars for June 10th for a "Party on the Patio" with Delegate Chris Peace. Chris is not taking the general election for granted and needs your help with this first and only event before the fall campaign season.

"Party on the Patio"

Monday, June 10

5:00 PM to 7:30 PM

The Commonwealth Club

401 West Franklin Street

Richmond, Virginia 23220

Oyster Station, Heavy Hors d'oeuvres, Richmond Craft Beers, Cocktails

Business Attire: Jacket and Tie.

For questions and sponsorship opportunities contact Julie Coggsdale (804) 730-3737 or julie@chrispeace.com

My office takes the responsibility of serving seriously. My staff is available during the week to assist you with your concerns; I am also readily available. I encourage you to contact us. Please continue to contact me whenever you have concerns or issues of importance to our community and the Commonwealth.

I may be reached at:

Capitol Office:

PO Box 406

Richmond, VA 23218

Phone: 804-698-1097

Fax: 804-698-6797

E-mail: delcpeace@house.virginia.gov  

District Office:

PO Box 819

Mechanicsville, VA 23111

Phone: 804-730-3737

E-mail: delcpeace@house.virginia.gov