A crew is scheduled to work today on this water utility problem on the 600 block of S. Laurel. Thankfully, there is no interruption of service expected.
Oregon Hill Real Estate Market Watch
Neighbor and real estate agent Wes Fertig put out this recent Oregon Hill Market Watch report for those that have been interested in selling their home here or moving in. Two other things to mention: Wes Fertig participates in a program that gives real estate rebates and discounts for any employee of Richmond area police department, fire department, sheriff’s office, 911 center, or EMS agency when buying or selling a home with him as the realtor. Secondly, he is OregonHill.net’s newest advertiser!
To see more of the report, click here.
Mac Computer For Sale
Sounds like a good deal for those that need a nice computer- from Craigslist ad:
late 2012 27″ Imac. 3.4GHz quad I7 processor. 750GB SSD drive installed. 32 BG RAM.
This thing is awesome! I used it in my studio for the last few years.The only reason I am selling is because I needed to move to thunderbolt 3 to accommodate new studio gear. $1000
text me at 804-eight five two-2 zero 61.
thanks.
Shooting At The Overlook
A little after 10 pm tonight, shooting broke out from a group of young men hanging out the Overlook condominiums at the end of South Laurel Street. It is unclear what exactly lead to the gunfire, but around 10 to 12 shots were fired. Thankfully, there are no reports of injuries, but at least one household reported bullets entering. The young men scattered and drove off in different vehicles.
After neighbors called 911, police arrived and gathered evidence.
Corner of Pine and China St., Grace Arents School, 1911
For this ‘Throwback Thursday” history post, here’s a great 1911 photo of the corner of S. Pine and China streets. It shows the Grace Arents School, named after the activist, philanthropist and niece of Lewis Ginter who funded its construction. The school building is now used for award-winning Open High School. In fact in 2011, there was a centennial celebration.
Notice the streetcar tracks, which were visible until at least early 1960’s. Many of the tracks still exist today, lying under the modern streets.
This photo was posted in the Visual and Vintage Virginia FaceBook group.
Street Cleaning Continues Monday
Thanks to a neighbor’s persistence, the City is planning to clean the west side of S. Pine Street this coming Monday after missing in their regular schedule.
Neighbors should make sure to remove their cars from the west side of S. Pine Street (even street numbers) before MONDAY at 8:00am so the street can be cleaned!
Trash/Recycling Pickup Tomorrow
This Wednesday is a “Red Wednesday”, which means trash and recycling pickup. Ideally, rolling recycling containers are stored and deployed in the back alleys along with trash cans. Please make sure you pick up containers after pickup tomorrow night.
If you have not done so already, don’t forget to sign up for your Recycling Perks.
In order to take your recycling to the next level, read this: 10 ways to improve your recycling.
In local news, The Department of Public Works (DPW) is launching the Volunteer Neighborhood Cleanups this weekend. You can contact the Clean City Commission Liaison at (804)646-8325 or Darlene.Mallory(at)richmondgov.comto to set up a volunteer cleanup for your neighborhood. Oregon Hill’s dates would be April 27 & September 14. This is a volunteer run program with assistance from DPW.
Guidelines:
– Neighborhood cleanups are scheduled from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Saturdays
– Department of Public Works will dispatch specific vehicles to individual cleanups
-Neighborhoods should have volunteers to assist getting items onto the trucks
-The Clean City Commission can provide supplies such as bags, litter grabbers and gloves upon request
-Acceptable items for pickup include: bulk household trash, yard waste; and furniture
-All brush must be cut into 4-foot lengths
-Unacceptable items include: items weighing more than 50lbs., broken glass, and building materials, hazard waste
These events are separate from the 5th District Cleanups sponsored by Councilperson Agelasto’s office.
James River Cresting
It was a great day to walk down to the James River and hear it roar. Some experts said it would crest at 16.2 feet this evening, the highest it has been in 9 years.
Laurel Street neighbor Charles Pool made it down to Belle Island and took this photo:
Meanwhile, the Dogtown Dish folks went further downriver to Fulton and took this shot of the historic Intermediate Terminal Building and future proposed site for Stone Brewing’s World Bistro & Gardens.
Angel Needs A New Home
From a neighbor Summer Shultz’s post (shared with permission):
Sweet Angel needs a home! She is a purebred husky, 12 years old and in excellent health. Her owner is dealing with a crisis and is no longer able to keep her. Look at this face! Do you have room in your heart for Angel, as either an emergency foster while her owner picks up the pieces, or as a forever home? Angel’s owner wants her safe and happy and is willing to give her up.
If you are able to supply such respite, please contact Summer via email- summrlyn(at)aol.com
Councilperson Agelasto Holds Fifth District Meeting On Thursday
From meeting announcement:
The Honorable Parker C. Agelasto, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Richmond Central 5th Voter District, has scheduled the following meeting for the Richmond Central 5th Voter District.
Thursday, February 28, 2019; 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities
William Byrd Park – Round House
600 Swan Lake Drive/621 Westover Road; Richmond, Virginia
(Located within William Byrd Park near the intersection of Lakeview Avenue and Westover Road, south of Fountain Lake)Agenda for Thursday night:
Richmond Real Estate Tax Exemptions for Seniors and People with Disabilities Asia Spratley, Revenue Manager
Richmond Department of Finance
RVA311 Department Overview Peter Breil, Director
Richmond Department of Citizen Service and Response
Richmond Government Budget: Open Discussion
District Updates and Announcements
Questions & Answers