COMMUNITY Fall 2018 · Vol. 33 No. 2

FOR FULTON, FULTON HILL, AND MONTROSE HEIGHTS NRC: Volunteers Needed, pg 4 Gentrification:Newsletter Greater Fulton Is Changing • Homes selling at record high prices The NRC and the Greater Fulton Civic Association will be holding • Developers/Investors seeking to buy homes, often at house meetings on September 9th at 4 p.m., September 17th at 6 p.m., below market rates and October 17th at 6 p.m. to discuss the issues. We want input from neighbors on how to navigate gentrification together. You are invited! • Renters experiencing significant rent-hikes Check NextDoor and Greater Fulton’s Facebook page for information • Long-time residents moving away about house meeting locations, request information by email to: Gentrification can significantly alter a neighborhood and create a sense of [email protected] or [email protected], or phone Civic Association unease. Together we can work to retain the character and integrity VP Rosa Coleman at 804-201-0712. of our Greater Fulton community. An Ongoing Conversation on Gentrification Dear New Neighbors, We’re glad you’re here! You have moved to a unique neighborhood, and we thought you might appreciate some orientation. Notice we use the word “neighborhood.” We hope that concept is one reason you moved here. Plan to learn as you go. There are some aspects of community life here that might strike you as “curious.” But there are reasons we do what we do.

continued page 3 Honorary street sign for Mr. Earl Robinson. Pictured L-R: Melvin Robinson, Marie Simms (sister), Leonard Washington (Son), Charles Robinson, Derrick Hopson, Phillip Robinson Dear Long-time Residents, We’re glad we moved here and hope to be great neighbors! Thanks for keeping Congratulations to our Local Heroes! this community intact as a neighborhood. It has been so nice to be able to Spencer E. Jones, III, Earl Robinson (deceased), Carl Otto, move to a place with a great quality of life that doesn’t totally break the bank. and Mary Lou Decossaux (deceased) were recognized in It seems like this community has a lot to offer and a lot of potential. ceremonies on Friday, August 10, and with permanent street signs erected in their honor. Mayor Levar Stoney stopped by continued page 3 the NRC reception to congratulate the honorees. Each of these individuals has made tremendous WELCOME! contributions to Greater Fulton over many decades. Mr. To those who have moved into Greater Fulton Jones and Mr. Robinson helped preserve the story of Historic Fulton. This tight-knit African American community recently, we hope you enjoy our community continued page 2 and feel at home. Let this newsletter assist you in getting to know more about the community and finding ways to connect with others who ALERT! Have you received a letter or an offer in the mail to buy call this neighborhood home. your house? Be cautious. Get advice from one or more realtors if you are considering selling your home. Selling your home is a big decision; secure a realtor you trust to handle the process. The Greater Fulton Civic Association Meetings There is a variety of development going on in and near Greater Fulton. Because of this, property values, and therefore property taxes, will likely Oct 9 • Dec 11 • Feb 12 • April 9 • June 11 be on the rise over the long term. Take this into consideration as well if 7-8 pm • Refreshments • All are welcome! you are thinking about selling your home. Neighborhood Resource Center, 1519 Williamsburg Road COMMUNITY

Spencer E. Jones addresses crowd gathered at ceremony

Mary Ellen & Carl Otto with Councilwoman Dr. Newbille Spencer E. Jones

Local Heros continued from cover located in the valley between Church Hill and Fulton Hill and COMMUNITY CONTACTS extending to the river was known as Fulton, with the part GREATER FULTON CIVIC ASSOCIATION near the river being known as “Rocketts.” It was razed as a PRESIDENT: Kara Zinchuck 804-617-6979 [email protected] result of a push for urban renewal in the 1970s. Additional VICE-PRESIDENT: contributions for which Mr. Jones provided key leadership Rosa Coleman 804-201-0712 [email protected] include the Historic Fulton Oral History Project (housed SECRETARY: by VCU and The Valentine history museum), the Legacy Tracy Foard 804-274-0194 [email protected] Committee, and building momentum toward establishing a TREASURER: Historic Fulton Memorial Park. Mr. Otto is the founder of Gillies Amy Wight 804-307-2741 [email protected] Creek Park and the Gillies Creek Park Foundation and serves EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE: as the primary park developer. Along with his wife, Mary Ellen Mike Madia 631-220-6805 [email protected] Otto, Mr. Otto is a founding member of the Greater Fulton Paul DiPasquale 804-690-0879 [email protected] Civic Association and contributes greatly to the longevity, Cheryl Groce-Wright 804-864-5797 [email protected] stability, and effectiveness of the association. Mary Lou Thelma Martin 804-222-0701 [email protected] Decossaux was the founder of the Neighborhood Resource Carl Otto 804-226-4366 Center (NRC). She grew the center out of next-to-nothing MaryEllen Otto 804-226-4366 [email protected] into a pillar of our community. In her advocacy work, she also Rose Pollard 804-222-5850 [email protected] championed and challenged the City of Richmond to pay a Rebecca Robinson 804-869-7361 living wage to all of its employees, which it began doing. Juliellen Sarver 804-678-9906 [email protected] Many thanks to Councilwoman Cynthia Newbille, who Joey Seidell 804-433-7779 [email protected] initiated these commemorative events. Dr. Newbille urged us Hazel Turner 804-921-7684 to take advantage of opportunities to recognize and thank Bobby Vickers 804-337-9940 [email protected] those who contribute so much to our communities. In Church Brenda Vickers 804-337-0867 [email protected] Hill, Percy and Angie Strickland, Mary Thompson, and Willie Jasen Glasbrenner 804-888-5557 [email protected] Andrews were honored with street signs as well. Chuck D’Aprix 804-244-6303 [email protected]

General meetings are held on the second Tuesdays of even months (Oct., Dec., Feb., April, June) at the Neighborhood Resource Center, 1519 Williamsburg Road at 7 pm. The Executive Committee meets on the alternate months, second Tuesdays, at 7 pm. • The newsletter is distributed to 2,000 residents and businesses. This issue: Editor: Kara Zinchuck; Assistant Editors: Amy Wight and Brenda Vickers. Photo Editor: Greta Banister; Layout: Al Davis. Advertising: Polly Chamberlain, Carl and Mary Ellen Otto. Printing by BambooInk. Published by: Greater Fulton Civic Association, PO Box 38112, Richmond VA 23231. 2 COMMUNITY Pictured below are the contributors to this article. They come from a wide variety of ages and ethnicities, they have lived in Greater Fulton for various lengths of time, and some speak from having experienced gentrification in other communities. Many thanks to these folks for helping craft this article.

Kate Johnson Jana Hershberger and family

Tanetta Caleb and family Brenda and Bobby Vickers Cheryl Groce-Wright Veronica Fleming

Dear New Neighbors… continued from cover For example, you have moved to a place where, at least in parts of Greater Fulton, people sometimes walk in the middle of the street instead of on the sidewalk. Although this is inconvenient for cars, don’t be alarmed. Some reasons for this behavior include the fact that our sidewalks are narrow and uneven, so if we neighbors want to enjoy walking together, the street is the best place. Also, the streetlights actually shine on the street instead of the sidewalk, making the street a safer place to walk - particularly at night. Zach Banister Saying “hello” is very much appreciated here. As in a small town, people like to wave and be waved at when out and about. One local way we say hello is Kara Zinchuck (pictured with Mayor Stoney) actually, “How’s it going?” When you see a group of folks hanging around for long periods of time - Dear Long-Time Residents… perhaps at a bench in the business district or around a fire barrel in Gillies continued from cover Creek Park - please know that they consider it “their spot.” In many cases, We know there has been a lot of change going they have been gathering there for a long time - and it is legal to do so. on here recently – the addition of Stone Brewery, Triple Crossing Brewery, Rocketts Landing, the Speaking of what’s legal, please think carefully about your calls to police. Virginia Capital Trail, the Riverfront Master Plan Tracy Foard In some neighborhoods, police are sometimes called when kids are just development, Artisan Hill apartments, etc. We like playing. Conversely, sometimes the police should be called and are not. Just be what we see, especially the diversity of African conscientious about it either way. (Police non-emergency number is 646-5100.) Americans, Latinos, and Caucasian neighbors – We have crime in the City of Richmond. As you may be aware, these problems among both long-term residents and new ones. are in Greater Fulton too. Some tips to reduce theft include the following: We know there is history here, and we’d like to don’t leave your car running when you go inside your house; remove learn more about that. Please help us get to know valuables from plain sight in vehicles; keep vehicles locked at all times; and this community, to be safe, and to be a good keep sheds, windows, and doors properly secured. neighbor by the definition you use here. When Chuck D’Aprix If you are curious about the community’s “big picture,” we created a resident- we greet you and try to get to know you, assume driven “Greater Fulton’s Future” community agreement a few years ago with positive intentions. We’d like to get stabilized, maybe even rooted like you goals and game plans. This project was sponsored by LISC (Local Initiatives have been able to do. We’d also consider ways to lend our skills and talents to Support Corporation) and coordinated by the NRC, led by Community help support our neighbors and our community. Please help us get connected Organizer Jason Sawyer. Visit the NRC website to have a look at NRCcafe.org > here. It seems like a good place to be with some good people. About Us > Media Center > Greater Fulton’s Future.

3 NRC FULTON • 1519 WILLIAMSBURG ROAD (OLD POST OFFICE)

DATES TO REMEMBER RUN TO THE RIVER 10K & 5K WALK OCTOBER 21 • 8-11AM FULTON GROWERS CLUB MONTHLY, TUESDAY • 7-8PM CIVC ASSOCIATION MEETING Kids and their parents thrive in NRC’s Out-of-School program EVEN MONTHS, 2ND TUESDAY, 7PM @ NRC

e build relationships, share resources, and FINANCIAL OPPORTUNITIES CENTER Wdevelop skills to enhance lives in Greater NRC WORKS ORIENTATION: EVERY THURS • 10:30AM Fulton through our core programs: Education, CHEW & CHATS: EVERY THURS • 11AM the Financial Opportunity Center, Nutrition, and Community Outreach. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Some specific ways we can assist are with job @ searches (or finding a better job), through one- Contact Holly at holly nrccafe.org. on-one coaching, and by bringing job fairs right to • Adult and youth programs, youth cooking classes, gardening, your door. We assist with building credit scores and food pantry helping find resources and benefits to support you • Special events, administrative support, maintenance support so you will not have to choose between paying the • Volunteers are needed for the Run to the River fundraiser October electric bill or buying food. If you need someone to 21, 8-11 a.m. The race starts and finishes at Stone Brewing. listen, our on-staff Social Worker can lend that ear. Needs: course marshals, food tent volunteers, check-in, and packet pick-up. NRC also is a resource for those who want to volunteer and serve their community by making a direct difference. Get to know your neighbors by attending the Civic Association meetings. You can assist with the Food Pantry (we sure need help!) or tutor youth in our quality Out-of-School Program, which is so popular there is a waiting list. The building can be a place to socialize (e.g., a mothers group or a seniors group) or for a yoga class to use after NRC work hours. Take advantage of our Little Library and Growing Wall at the front of the building. We are your resource center. We are all connected! SERVICES OFFERED For info, call 804.864.5797 or visit www.nrccafe.org. • Out-of-School Time Program (K to 8th) • Fax, telephone, notary, print/scan, computer lab • Employment, financial, benefit information; on-staff Social Worker • Rental space available: For info, call 804.864.5797

Top Right: NRC Cub Scouts compete in the Pinewood Derby Bottom Right: FreeTax Prep is available each year in February and March

4 COMMUNITY Fulton Montessori School After months of hard work, determination, and perseverance, Fulton Montessori School (FMS) has become a reality. The school is now open and helping young children thrive in a high-quality learning environment. It is located in the education building of Calvary United Methodist Church, 1637 Williamsburg Road, Richmond, VA 23231. Research shows that 3- and 4-year olds who attend a high-quality preschool program are more successful throughout their remaining school years. Research has also shown that participants in a high-quality preschool program are more likely to complete high school and less likely to need remedial help or be held back a grade. In all respects, a high-quality preschool education provides a significant return on investment that cannot be denied. The founding board of the school had a desire to create an op- portunity in Greater Fulton that could provide a strong educational foundation for young children and benefit all families throughout the Richmond area.

With sliding scale tuition, hours geared toward working parents, and support for a strong familial presence, FMS aims to be a premier source of quality early education.

FMS operates year round and accepts children ages 2.5 – 6.5. To accommodate working parents, FMS is open from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. and provides students a morning and afternoon snack as well as a hot lunch. The price is the best you will find for the combined day care and education the student will receive. Children have enrolled from Henrico Arms to as far as away Chesterfield County and everywhere in between. We are continuing to enroll new students every week. If you or someone you know is interested in applying or contributing to FMS, a 501(c)(3) organization, please call FMS Director Salome Fernando at 804-893-7244 and look for us on Facebook.

PICTORIAL HISTORY

WELCOME BACK MR. TRENT! THANKS TO ALL WHO BROUGHT ALVIN TRENT BACK TO OUR POWHATAN SWIMMING PROGRAM FOR THE 2018 SUMMER. MR. TRENT AND A WELL-TRAINED STAFF, BROUGHT BACK BOTH SWIMMING INSTRUCTION AND THE SWIM TEAM.

RINSE YOUR RECYCLING Clay Grubs in front of Grubbs Super Market. The store had opened in 1935 as Eggleston & Grubbs, but when Eggleston died, it simply became Grubbs. DID YOU KNOW THAT A LOT OF WHAT WE THROW INTO THE RECYCLE BIN ACTUALLY GOES INTO THE TRASH? YOU CAN BE THE SOLUTION! ALL IT TAKES IS GIVING SOME OF YOUR RECYCLABLES A QUICK RINSE TO REMOVE FOOD PARTICLES AND CONTAMINATION!

5 GREETINGS FROM THE POWHATAN HILL COMMUNITY CENTER 5051 Northampton Street at Williamsburg Road • 646-0973 • Fax 646-4618 Fall Hours: Monday through Friday: 1:30pm-10:00pm • Saturday & Sunday: 1:00-7/9:00pm depending on programming & scheduled youth football or basketball games Summer Hours: Monday through Friday: 7:30am-8:00pm • Great Summer Escape 7:30am to 5:30pm; Saturday & Sunday: Closed Staff: ohnJ R. Williams, Center Supervisor • Shanjia Scott & Wayde Fleming, Recreation Instructors • Kristen Brown, Marquis Mosby, Dillard Hubert, Recreation Aides

IMPORTANT DATES NEW THIS FALL! September 17, 2018 – First day of After School Fun Club Beginning on Monday, September 10th, we will offer Nov-Dec 2018 – Youth Basketball Registration Pickleball. What is Pickleball? Pickleball is a real sport and really November 6, 2018 – Election Day. Closed for regular fun! Think of it as table tennis, meets traditional tennis, meets programming but open as a voting precinct. badminton. You have a net, a court, paddles, and a lightweight CENTER CLOSED ON THE FOLLOWING DATES: ball (similar to a whiffle ball). Players can face off as singles Monday, September 3, for Labor Day; Monday, November or doubles, just as in traditional tennis. It will take place on 12, for Veteran’s Day; Thursday, November 22, and Friday, November 23, for Thanksgiving; Monday, December 24, and Mondays and Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 25, in observance of Christmas; and For youth sports we will be registering participants for Tuesday, January 1, in observance of New Year’s Day girls’ and boys’ basketball beginning in late October. The fee DAILY PROGRAMMING for City of Richmond residents is $25.00 ($45.00 for non-City MONDAY, WEDNESDAY residents); a copy of the child’s birth certificate, report card, or 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Pickleball (begins Sept. 10) school schedule (for school verification) and proof of City of MONDAY ONLY Richmond residency (current utility bill or rent receipt) will be 3:30 – 6:00 p.m. After School Fun Club (no transportation) needed. 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Soccer Practice We ask that anyone interested in coaching (volunteering) 6:00 – 7:45 p.m. Football Practice contact the center. All coaches will undergo a criminal 6:30 – 7:45 p.m. Cheerleading background check and will be certified by the N.Y.S.C.A. TUESDAY (provided by the City of Richmond). Only serious applicants 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Pickleball need volunteer. 3:30 – 6:00 p.m. After School Fun Club (no transportation) UPCOMING 6:00 – 7:45 p.m. Football Practice Registration for Youth Baseball, Spring Soccer, 6:30 – 7:45 p.m. Cheerleading Great Summer Escape in Spring 2019 THURSDAY 3:30 – 6:00 p.m. After School Fun Club (no transportation) 6:00 – 7:45 p.m. Football Practice 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Character Club FRIDAY 3:30 – 6:00 p.m. After School Fun Club (no transportation) ACTUAL SCHEDULE MAY VARY DUE TO ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING

Left: The Chiefs had two Junior Below: J.V. PeeWees and PeeWees are the runner-up for the City (ages 13-15) basketball teams. Championship. Below: Girls’ Mid-Jets were runner- up for the City Championship.

6 GREETINGS FROM THE POWHATAN HILL COMMUNITY CENTER

2018 Pop-Up RVA

2018 Pop-Up RVA 2018 National Night Out

Indoor tennis lessons Lacrosse instruction

7 INNOVATIVE FULTON

A Bright Future for Our Commercial District The commercial district in Greater service businesses in the district. providing resources to existing Fulton has received some special In addition, residents from both businesses. attention over the last year. The inside and outside Greater Fulton business corridor that is centered feel that the commercial corridor Innovate Fulton will address at the intersection of Government could be cleaner and could use a a number of key issues, and Williamsburg Roads has been “sprucing up.” As further research including improving the the focus of an ongoing economic unfolds, we as a community will overall look of the district, development study conducted by have a clearer understanding of small business development, a Greater Fulton resident. what is needed for the commercial infrastructure improvements, Chuck D’Aprix, a career district in Greater Fulton. The urban economic development ultimate goal, of course, is to have and special events. Soon a full professional, through his a commercial district that not work plan will be available at firm Downtown Economics, only meets the needs of Greater InnovateFulton.org. has conducted a pro bono Fulton residents, but also serves comprehensive study of our as an economic engine for our For more information or to neighborhood business district. neighborhood. volunteer, please feel free to contact Building on the work of the In order to manage the Chuck D’Aprix at 804-244-6303 or 2011 community plan known economic development process as Greater Fulton’s Future, this in the district, a new nonprofit, stop by the Innovate Fulton offices study is intended to chart a path community-based economic at 5025 Government Road. for economic development in development corporation has an important corridor of our been started. Innovate Fulton, neighborhood. Inc., will tackle the all-important tasks associated with continuing As part of the study, the revitalization of the business Downtown Economics has now corridor. interviewed over 600 people Mr. D’Aprix, who served as and examined data from Executive Director of a number of commercial district revitalization numerous sources in order to organizations and has consulted gain an understanding of what on similar projects in over three folks would like to hundred communities, will donate see added to our his services to Innovate Fulton as neighborhood business the organization’s first full-time President/Executive Director. corridor. Mr. D’Aprix is quick to note that Innovate Fulton is an organization Although the study is ongoing, designed to serve Greater Fulton initial results indicate that local residents. The organization hopes Chuck D’Aprix residents would like to see a coffee to assist residents with starting shop, a thrift store, and additional businesses while at the same time

8 COMMUNITY Jobs for Local Young People

The 4H Lawn Maintenance Program is training young workers to cut the grass and maintain yards. Youth ages 12-17 from both the RRHA community in Fulton, also known as “Rainbow,” and from Ashley Oaks are invited to be trained in and receive use of equipment for these jobs. The service is provided to residents in the Greater Fulton area (Fulton and Fulton Hill). Using donated equipment, the youth are cutting grass and doing other outdoor maintenance under the supervision of Wyatt Kingston. The service is not free but is very affordable. It is available on a first come, first served basis. While the grass cutting season is winding down, leaf raking, and hedge trimming is coming soon. To take advantage of this service or to get your teen started on this business venture, contact Wyatt Kingston at 804-232-1982 or [email protected] Xavier Edmonds. Mr. Wyatt Kingston trained him well. After putting it all into practice, Xavier has a lot to show for it. Many thanks to Xavier’s family for supporting him in this work.

Stone Brewery Bistro Jobs Anticipated and Culinary Training Opportunities Coming By the time this hits your doorstep, we hope to be on the other side of getting approvals for the Stone Brewery World Bistro to be constructed. If so, this means that more job opportunities are coming to the Greater Fulton area. Jobs in the Bistro are specific to the “craft brewery dining” industry. If you think you would be a good fit for working in this industry, consider preparing now to apply. A working knowledge of or experience with the following will be prioritized: fine dining, culinary training, and craft beer. For sample job descriptions, look online at the Stone Brewery Bistro jobs at their Escondido, CA, location. Visit www.stonebrewing.com > About > Careers at Stone > Hospitality. Keep in mind, one fantastic culinary training opportunity is coming our way. The Reynolds Culinary & Pastry Arts and Hospitality Program will launch in Church Hill. Fall 2019 will be the first semester offered to students, so sign up for your spot in the program soon. Contact [email protected] if you are interested.

9 Garden Club in Fulton Delivers Produce to Homebound and Older Adults he Neighborhood Resource Center’s Garden Program has started to deliver. TIf you are a homebound or older adult living in Greater Fulton and have difficulty getting healthy food, we would love to bring some to you! The new community garden on the corner of Garber and Campbell Streets grows produce for these individuals, and members from the Fulton Growers Club help to maintain the garden and harvest produce. The Fulton Growers Club meets every third Tuesday of the month from 7-8 p.m. to discuss general garden best practices and share knowledge and volunteer opportunities throughout the week. Volunteers who work 20 hours or more become eligible to have a garden built in their own yard. Interested in getting involved? Interested in receiving garden produce? Email the NRC’s garden coordinator, Alex Little, at [email protected] or call the NRC at 864-5797.

Richmond 300: Citywide Master Plan Underway

The City of Richmond has undertaken a Master Planning effort. This planning process, known as Richmond 300, will set the course for the development of our City, and the Greater Fulton neighborhoods, for the next twenty years. Richmond 300 will address a number of issues that may have an impact on Greater Fulton, including capital improvements, public improvements, and zoning. It is crucial that Greater Fulton residents participate in this important planning process so that our voices can be heard. For more information, you can visit Richmond300.com or call 804-646-6348.

10 CREATIVE LIFE Bruce Hill Our Neighborhood Chef Practicing “The Art of Food”

ur neighbor, Bruce Hill, He started with hot dogs and they come to find me or call me Ois founder and owner of BBQ and hired another person for catering or to bring my food Grilled Meats & Treats... and it to help. He invested his profits truck to their party or event.” is a culinary work of art! What in a bigger trailer, which he In addition his three current is the secret to his art-of-food refurbished inside and out. His employees, Bruce has found success? There are 3 parts to beautiful, red trailer can now be someone to help with the creating successful art: found permanently located at administrative part of the 1. your personal vision (your the food truck lot at 2518 East business: his wife, Nikki. eyes) Main Street, right near the CVS. When asked whether he 2. finding your ability to make Taking pride in the food he thinks about moving back your vision (your hands) prepares, Bruce continually to New York, where he grew 3. selling it to the market (your expands his expertise and his up, Bruce says, “I do think feet) menu, which includes burgers, about it. But more and more, I Then, do it again, better, and poboys, phillys, quesadillas, consider staying in Richmond never give up. After graduating as well as a variety of dishes and just taking time off to visit with a degree in psychology featuring fish, shrimp, chicken, family and vacation in the cold from Virginia State University in and crab cakes with various months.” 2006, Bruce Hill’s vision of his vegetable sides … and the list For more pictures, information food business began by buying keeps growing! “But the best about the menu, and the daily a small stainless steel food part is...” he says, “ I don’t have location of the food truck, visit cart for $1,500 from a friend. to go looking for customers; gmtfoodtruck on Facebook.

11 COMMUNITY Tax Abatement The Clean Team Gentrification Help for Elderly or Perhaps you have seen the brightly painted Disabled Homeowners trash barrels that have been strategically placed The City of Richmond has a property tax abatement in high-traffic sections of Greater Fulton. These program (tax reduction of between 30% - 100%). The hand-painted receptacles are the work of the Clean abatement is for homeowners, living in their dwelling, Team, Greater Fulton’s volunteer anti-litter crew. who are elderly (65+) or disabled and is granted based on A committee of the Greater Fulton Civic the combined income of the residents of the house. If the Association, the Clean Team is dedicated to reducing litter in our household has less than $50,000 in annual income and less neighborhoods. This all-volunteer effort employs a three-pronged than $200,000 in assets, it very likely qualifies. There is also potential tax abatement for the elderly and disabled who approach to ensuring cleaner streets and parks for everyone. are experiencing or recently experienced “extreme financial First, the Clean Team sponsors regular clean-ups. These hardship” including illness, loss of property, or the death of efforts target a specific area. At the end of a clean-up day, there are a spouse. Another program is the “Tax Freeze” program, numerous bags filled with litter and trash awaiting pick-up by the which allows eligible homeowners to pay the same amount City. These clean-up events not only make our neighborhoods of taxes each year for three years. cleaner, but they also create an opportunity for neighbors to interact When you apply, plan ahead! Applications work best and get to know each other. We publicize these clean-ups on when submitted in advance and may take a bit of time to complete. The application must also be submitted twice NextDoor and the Greater Fulton Facebook page. yearly for each property tax collection cycle (January and Second, The Clean Team encourages Greater Fulton residents June). to adopt their blocks and commit to keeping that area litter free. In The following is important for verification of the age, order to encourage this, the Clean Team provides free trash reachers/ income, and/or disability of the homeowner, as well as pickers and trash bags. If you are interested in adopting your block household income: and receiving a trash picker and • Submit a completed application. bags, please let us know. Contact • Include documentation of all sources of income (1099R, W-2, and/or SSA-1099) for the homeowner for the information is below. previous tax year. The third approach adopted • Disabled applicants must provide a disability by the Clean Team is the certification or sworn affidavits from two medical placement of the brightly colored doctors dated within the past six months of application. trash barrels throughout the • Include the income of other residents of the house for community. These barrels are the previous year. However, the first $10,000 from each emptied weekly by Clean Team relative in the house (other than a spouse) is excluded volunteers and have already made when calculating the total. • Note: January tax payments must still be paid in full a big difference in reducing litter if your Tax Abatement application has not yet been in the neighborhood. Additional approved. When your application is approved, you will barrels are available to those who receive the applicable refund and adjustment for your commit to emptying them on a regular basis. Just give us a call, and June tax bill. we will drop one off. Due Date: Applications are due April 2nd, with financial The Clean Team could use your assistance and creativity. We hardship cases considered throughout the year. Submit are always seeking new ways to connect with our fellow neighbors applications to the Department of Finance. Applications can be found at: City Hall, East End Office and to expand the reach of our anti-litter efforts. Your input and (701 N. 25th St.) and Southside Office, Libraries, Social assistance are always welcomed. Just give us a call - we would love to Services, and Senior Connections, by calling 646-6015, hear from you! and on the City website, www.RichmondGov.com (click For more information on The Clean Team, “Government” > “Finance” then scroll to the bottom of the call or text Clean Team coordinator Chuck D’Aprix Finance page). Additional information is also available at at 804-244-6303. THANKS! this web link as well.

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Artisan Hill UPDATE Neighborhood Watch UPDATE Construction on the Artisan Hill development is continuing Thanks to the assistance of the Richmond Police to progress as scheduled and is expected to be completed in Department’s First Precinct, the Richmond Fire Department’s the spring of 2019. Fulton Hill Properties, the project developer, anticipates early delivery units will be available for lease in time Station 8, the Richmond Sheriff’s Department, and the for the holidays later this year. citizens of our community, the Greater Fulton Neighborhood Artisan Hill is a mixed-income community, with 61 of the Watch has experienced significant success spreading the word units designated for residents earning 80% of the Area Median about our Neighborhood Watch to our community. Income and another 10 units designated for residents earning 60% of the Area Median Income. The project will also include We have hosted 5 Community Walks thus far in 2018, improvements to the physical infrastructure of Greater Fulton, during which we distributed over 850 door hangers with safety such as paving the Northampton paper street, providing street information to residents of the Greater Fulton neighborhoods. and building lighting, improving pedestrian infrastructure, We are hoping to have one or two more Community Walks and planting beautiful landscaping. Units have been priced competitively and include access to a variety of amenities such before the year ends. as a 75-foot lap pool, a movie viewing room, a 3,000 square- This year we also welcomed the addition of the Ashley foot fitness center, a ceramics studio, a rooftop deck, an athletic Oaks Apartments Neighborhood Watch. The Greater Fulton field, a sky lounge, a market café, and garage parking. Artisan Neighborhood Watch, in partnership with the Ashley Oaks Hill is a pet-friendly community with plenty of outdoor space and views of downtown and the James River. It is also located Neighborhood Watch, celebrated their first National Night in close proximity to Powhatan Park, Gillies Creek Park, and the Out this August, and the Wynwood Neighborhood Watch Capital Bike Trail. celebrated its fourth National Night Out. It’s easy to get involved and become part of the safety solution. Just contact Joey Seidell at [email protected].

In an effort to connect new residents with their community, a web-based message board will be developed for those who live at Artisan Hill to keep them informed of neighborhood events and volunteer opportunities, and to convey information about the Neighborhood Resource Center, the Community Garden, the Greater Fulton Civic Association, and other organizations and programs in and around the Greater Fulton area. In addition, Artisan Hill will work with community organizations, as well as the City’s Department of Parks and Recreation, to make the newly constructed athletic field available to area residents and groups. Completion of the renovations to the historic Fulton Hill Studios (the former Robert Fulton Elementary School) is expected in April of 2019. Fulton Hill Properties is excited to welcome back many of its artists to their studios as well as the new tenants that will be joining us in our residential and commercial spaces. We are overwhelmed with gratitude for the support of our community in Greater Fulton. Follow us on Facebook (Artisan Hill Apts) and Instagram (@ artisanhillapts) and check out our website at www.ArtisanHill. net for more updates and photos!

13 SCHOOL BOARD CANDIDATES School Board Candidates Speak to the Community October 9th Candidates for our 7th District School Board seat will speak at the regular meeting of the Greater Fulton Civic Association: October 9th at 7 p.m., at the Neighborhood Resource Center, 1519 Williamsburg Road.

School Board candidates have responded to the question, “Given what you know about our neighborhood, why are you the best candidate for School Board?” Please review their responses.

GARY BRODERICK CHERYL L. BURKE BRYCE ROBERTSON Our students I am excited about I am ready to deserve more. the possibility ignite change The challenges of having the for Richmond’s in RPS are opportunity to students, parents, profound. However, continue serving and educators. As transforming RPS the children of the an immigration into a high-quality 7th district and the attorney whose public education system for ALL can entire RPS family. Join me on this journey education began in Richmond Public be done. We must come together as I seek to continue to provide a quality Schools, my career is devoted to across color lines and take on powerful education for the children who will be defending those that need it most, interests. Together we will win funding the future of our city and the nation. My from Dreamers (DACA) to victims of to hire reading specialists, displace plan includes meeting the needs of every abuse. I serve as board member at the standardized testing’s intrusion on real child in a modern facility and enhancing Chesterfield Innovative Academy for learning, and transform East End schools the total learning environment, girls, mentor with the Virginia Hispanic into community hubs that prepare young supported by collaborative community Chamber’s “Pasaporte a la Educación” people to be architects of their future. involvement. (Passport to Education) initiative, and served on Cornell University’s CONTACT: CONTACT: Educational Policy Committee. [email protected] www.cherylburkerva https://www.facebook.com/ #everychild CONTACT: GarySBroderick/ 804-356-5455 [email protected] www.votebrycerobertson.com

GILLIES CREEK PARK Goat Population Explosion On August 9, the visiting goats produced three additional goats visit when is yet to be determined. Our means of transportation was on site, and two more births came on August 13, for a total of 5 not intended to deal with a small herd. newborns (3 male and 2 female). The other adult female is also If you have never seen a new goat, come visit soon. They grow up pregnant, and she may have twins (which is very common) between amazingly fast. We now have three generations, and the more recent now and press time. mothers were only 8 months old when they gave birth. Visitation hours are getting complicated. The plan is to still have The kudzu is still winning the campaign to take over the park. goats visit between Monday morning and Friday evening. Who will There aren’t enough goats to do the clean-up job.

14 COMMUNITY Historic Fulton Memorial Park Community Opportunities Index Disclaimer: These are unofficial, unpaid, and, ultimately, dependent UPDATE on your initiative and the relationships you build. These are needs the Consultants are working to make adjustments community has. You are invited to consider getting involved. to plans for the Historic Fulton Memorial Park. Environmental Wellbeing: Keep tabs on air, soil, and water quality The bids received from contractors to construct issues for Greater Fulton and surrounding areas, including the county, the park using the original plans came in much by bringing issues to the attention of the community through NextDoor Fulton or by contacting a member of the Executive Committee, as higher than the park budget could sustain. needed. Regina Chaney, official liaison of the Historic Fulton Memorial Park project, says, “Stay tuned Social Media: Notify an Executive Committee member if there are Greater Fulton needs trending on social media that may benefit from for future updates!” Ms. Chaney can be reached being addressed at a Civic Association meeting. with questions at [email protected] or Flyer Delivery/Newsletter Delivery: Enjoy walking around 804-402-9716. your neighborhood? Want to get to know the other Greater Fulton Neighborhoods? Contact Gunny Seidel or Penny Adkins to volunteer. Newsletter Delivery Coordinator: If you are interested in coordinating newsletter delivery, contact Kara Zinchuck. Community Helpers: share your skills with your neighbors (Neighborhood Assistance Program) by contacting Mike Madia at [email protected] or Danielle Nelson at the NRC at danielle@nrccafe. org or 864-5797. Community Coordinators/Phone Tree Callers: Like spending time on the phone and emailing to get the word out? We need your help. Contact Rosa Coleman, Tracy Foard, or Brenda Vickers. Writers: Newsletter article writers are needed, primarily for technical topics the editor needs to have covered for the community. Contact Kara Zinchuck. Civic Association New Neighbor Liaison: Make welcome packets and bring them to new neighbors, invite new neighbors to community events and Civic Association meetings. Contact Mary Ellen Otto. Clean Team Members: Contact Chuck D’Aprix. NRC Volunteers: Volunteer for the “out of school” program throughout the year or the Run to the River fundraiser on October 21st. Economic Development Volunteers: See Chuck D’Aprix’s article on page 8. Research: Research photos to print in the newsletter and post from The Valentine history museum and VCU archives. Contact Kara Zinchuck. Coaches: To volunteer to coach at the Powhatan Hill Recreation Center, contact Mr. Jay Williams, Center Director, page 6. Walkers for Neighborhood Watch: Get to know the police and your neighbors all while taking a walk. Contact Joey Seidell.

Get started by contacting Executive Committee members listed above or Holly at the NRC. Contact info is listed on the Executive Committee Contact list (page 2) and the NRC (page 4). To add volunteer opportunities to this list in the next issue, please contact the editor, Kara Zinchuck, at [email protected].

15 Remembering Mike Minor by Ashley Dowd

The Greater Fulton community has always been a family-oriented and close-knit community that prides itself on community, individual, and social development. There are quite a few people who have been a great asset to the Greater Fulton community tree. One in particular who comes to mind is the late Michael Minor, also known as Mike Jones. Genuine, selfless, and humble are just a few of many words to describe Mr. Minor. Between the Powhatan Chiefs and the Richmond City Spiders recreation and AAU football teams, Mr. Minor was a dedicated coach who showed compassion for anyone he came in contact with. Mr. Minor recruited and introduced football to many kids in the community. His passion for kids and football created a foundation in many kids’ lives, giving them confidence and the drive to focus on the positive in spite of any negative circumstances they were facing. To many, Mr. Minor is considered to be a Fulton icon who wore many hats and contributed greatly to our community. A former semi-professional athlete, he coached, mentored, and served as security for different events. His name is definitely a name associated with positive memories, and to know Michael Minor was certainly to love him. The Greater Fulton community is delighted to recognize and pay tribute to one of our own for his acts of kindness and the many positive seeds he planted in our community.

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INQUIRIES ...... 311 ...... 646-5100 First Precinct ...... 646-3602 BUS SCHEDULES AND ROUTES: GRTCNarcotics ...... 358-4782646-8654 Wings, Subs, Pastas Alcohol Beverage Control NEIGHBORHOOD(Agent Anthony RESOURCEJimenez). . CENTER:...... 213-4636 CommunityCrimestoppers. Education, ...... Employment ...... 864-5797780-1000 804-525-4962 • 11am-Midnight Every Day HEALTH: LOST, STRAY, ABUSED ANIMALS & ILLEGAL BREEDING: AIDSAnimal Hotline. Care & . Control ...... 800-533-4148 . . . 646-5573 Family Violence & Sexual Abuse ...... 643-0888 RECREATION:Poison Hotline ...... 800-222-1222 SuicidePowhatan Crisis Hill Hotline Community . . . . Center ...... 800-784-2433 . . . 646-0973 STREETVernon LIGHTS Harris HealthOUT: Center...... 780-0840 LAWStreet ENFORCEMENT: Light Department ...... 646-8550 Cool Mart Police Non-emergency...... 646-5100 TRASH & RECYCLING: 5011 Government Road • 804.433.8000 FirsEasttRichmond Precinct . .Conv. . . . .Center ...... 646-3602 Narcotics ...... 646-8654 (yard waste, tires, appliances) ...... 646-4706 Alcohol Beverage Control Hopkins Rd.Transfer Station (all waste) ...... 232-8488 Mohamed Al-Awadi welcomes you! (Agent Anthony Jimenez)...... 213-4636 Trash & recycling pickup, potholes, street signs & cleaning: Crimestoppers...... 780-1000 7 DAYS A WEEK 8:00am-12:00pm Public Works ...... 646-0999 LOST,Recycling STRAY, Bins ABUSED & Schedule. ANIMALS . . . & . . ILLEGAL ...... BREEDING: ...... 340-0900 Animal Care & Control ...... 646-5573 YOUTH SKIPPING SCHOOL (TRUANCY) ...... 646-ABCD RECREATION: GreaterPowhatan Fulton Hill Community Hill CenterCivic . 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