New Overlooks For Hollywood Cemetery

Posted on November 4, 2015 by Scott

The Times Dispatch has news of three new overlook river viewing areas planned for Hollywood Cemetery.

Excerpt from article:

“It’s going to be a beautiful spot where you can really come and sit and enjoy the spectacular view,” said Kelly Jones Wilbanks, the executive director of Friends of Hollywood Cemetery.
She said construction of the first overlook is scheduled to begin with a groundbreaking Friday, and work should be complete this spring.
The structure will include landscaping and “ample seating,” she said. It’s being designed by Van Yahres Studio of BCWH Architects.

Richmond Community Solar Co-op

Posted on October 29, 2015 by Scott

The Richmond Community Solar Co-op had an info session last night at Henrico County’s Tuckahoe Library.

Here is the basic information:

Want to Go Solar on Your Home or Business in the greater Richmond area? Join the Richmond Community Solar Co-op

Neighbors in Richmond have formed a solar co-op to make going solar easier and cheaper. Co-op members use their group buying power to get a discount and work with the support of the non-profit VA SUN as they go solar. VA SUN brought the first Solarize program to Virginia and has helped hundreds of homeowners go solar in the Commonwealth.

Based on the same principle as buying in bulk, co-op members purchase solar systems together to save money and share knowledge. The group uses a competitive bidding process to select a single company that will install systems on all of the participating homes. Each participant signs his or her own contract with the installer, but everyone gets the bulk discount.

By going solar as a group we can save up to 20% off the cost of a solar system. You’ll also have the support of the group instead of navigating an often-complicated process alone. VA SUN is supporting the group effort.

Contact: Aaron Sutch, VA SUN Program Manager (aaron@vasun.org)

Community Partner: Sekar Veerapan (smvee@hotmail.com)

Laurel Street Manhole

Posted on October 14, 2015 by Scott

Gone now-

Traffic Closures

Posted on October 6, 2015 by Scott

From City release:

Traffic Advisory – Street Closure – Main and Franklin Streets

WHEN: Starting at 7:00 am on October 10 and ending at 7:00 pm on October 11.

BACKGROUND: Franklin Street between North Harrison and North Laurel Streets will be closed to dismantle the pedestrian bridge at VCU. Follow the road signs.

Also, detour at the intersection of S. Laurel and China Streets. It looks like some manhole work is being done. There are some weird parking restrictions as well.

Getting Ready For The Folk Festival

Posted on October 5, 2015 by Scott

…but still no official reply or even acknowledgment of a few, common-sense accommodations in regard to the rezoning. In fact, nothing the Oregon Hill Neighborhood Association has asked for applies to the Folk Festival.

Repairing Monroe’s Tomb

Posted on September 30, 2015 by Scott

Charlottesville’s Daily Progress has an article on repair plans for Monroe’s tomb in Hollywood Cemetery.

Excerpt:

The ornate tomb of James Monroe in Richmond’s Hollywood Cemetery will undergo a yearlong restoration intended to preserve its iron canopy, known as the “Birdcage,” in the hopes of restoring its original color.
The tomb of America’s fifth president will be taken apart starting this week, according to the state Department of General Services, which announced the $900,000 repair project Tuesday morning. The canopy will be disassembled and removed, while the granite sarcophagus will remain in place.
The work, expected to be completed by next September, is being timed to coincide with the 200th anniversary of Monroe’s election as president in 1817.

Richmond Hostel Grand Opening On Sept. 10

Posted on August 30, 2015 by Scott

A lot of Oregon Hill neighbors and former neighbors have supported this effort over the years and now it is coming to fruition- right across 2nd Street from the Main Street Library:

Click here for the website.

Getting Ready For The Next 120 Years…

Posted on August 14, 2015 by Scott

From St. Andrew’s School FaceBook page:

The stunning Star of Bethlehem has been safely rewired and the ceiling above it repaired. It now shines continuously above the stage in Baldwin Hall. Floors are being stripped down to the original wood, air conditioning is installed in Baldwin Hall – for the first time EVER! Old tile floors are being stripped, an old entrance is being opened up and made grand again and new offices are being created from old spaces. The central stairway is the last part to have the plaster renewed and on the exterior, every nook and cranny is being repaired and protected from water. We’re almost ready for The Next 120 Years.

Lane Closure – Belvidere Street Bridge

Posted on July 28, 2015 by Scott

From City press release:

For Immediate Release
July 28, 2015
For more information, contact:
Paige Hairston – (804) 646-3659

Lane Closure – Belvidere Street Bridge
WHO: City of Richmond Department of Public Works

WHAT: Lane Closure

WHEN: Wednesday, July 29 through Friday, August 7, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

WHERE: Belvidere Street Bridge over Brook Road and CSX

BACKGROUND: There will be alternating lane closures between northbound and southbound Belvidere Street to prepare for the mill and overlay of the bridge.

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