RICHMOND, Va. - The City of Richmond, in partnership with the Public Art Commission and Gilpin Community Farm, will unveil a new public art gateway on Saturday, Dec. 13, at 1 p.m. The event will be held at Gilpin Community Farm, and Mayor Danny Avula is scheduled to attend.

The installation-designed by Richmond artist Barry O'Keefe-serves as a visual landmark celebrating creativity and community collaboration. The featured event poster, created using 100-year-old maple wood type from Richmond's historic Pizzini Press, highlights the city's longstanding printmaking tradition and the artist's dedication to local craft. The installation consists of a cast-iron gateway arch and seating that feature carved relief botanical and historical motifs honoring visionary Gilpin residents Charles S. Gilpin and Lillie Estes as well as local flora and fauna.

Saturday's program will include remarks from city leaders, partner organizations, and community members, followed by a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

To preserve the impact of the unveiling, images of the artwork will not be shared publicly until after the event.

Event Details

What: Public Art Gateway Unveiling

When: Saturday, December 13, at 1 p.m.

Where: Gilpin Community Farm , 1420 St. Peter Street, Richmond, VA 23220

Who: City of Richmond, Public Art Commission, Gilpin Community Farm, partner organizations, and Richmond residents

For more information about the City of Richmond Public Art Program, visit: https://www.rva.gov/index.php/planning-development-review/public-art-commission

Posted December 10, 2025

This recycling event includes paper shredding, the collection of electronics, and Christmas trees 

Who:   The Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW), The Clean City Commission, and the Central Virginia Waste Management Authority (CVWMA)

What: 17th Annual Richmond Bring One for the Chipper Christmas Tree Recycling E-Cycle Event

When: Saturday, January 10, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: 1710 Robin Hood Road (23220) Northeast corner of Robin Hood Road & North Arthur Ashe Boulevard

The city offers this event to promote responsible recycling, sustainability and to help reduce waste in our community. Richmond residents can recycle their Christmas trees, shred sensitive documents, and drop off old electronics – all in one easy drive-through location with curbside assistance from our volunteers. 

Proper recycling helps save natural resources, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and diverts waste from landfills. It also helps keep city waterways, streams, and rivers clean.

 This free event is available to city residents – proof of residency is required. No commercial or business items will be accepted. 

Note: some fees apply to recycling electronics (go to rva.gov/public-works/clean-city-commission and click on the tab for recycling to get the list of fees). 

Christmas Tree Recycling Options | no charge (please remove all lights and decorations):

Trees will be chipped into mulch onsite and used in local parks, gardens, and for landscapes. Free mulch will be available.

• Tree Drop-off: Residents can drop off their trees at the following two locations or use the curbside option:

1. 1710 Robin Hood Road on the day of the event or prior to the event
   
   • If dropping off prior to the recycling event, please place the tree in the designated area
   • Note: No trees will be accepted at 1710 Robin Hood Road after the event ends at 2 p.m. on January 10, 2026.
2. East Richmond Road Convenience Center (ERRCC), located at 3800 East Richmond Road
   
   • The ERRCC hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday
   • Residents can start dropping off Christmas trees after the holiday through January 8, 2026.
3. Curbside Collection Instructions – handled by the department’s bulk and brush team:
   
   • Please place your Christmas tree (with no lights or decorations) beside your recycle cart and it will be picked up on your regular recycle collection day (or during the week) by the bulk and brush team (not by CVWMA).
   • The team will collect Christmas trees curbside after the holiday through Thursday, January 8, 2026.
   • Note: All trees collected curbside or dropped off at the ERRCC will be recycled. 

This recycling event also includes:

Paper Shredding – no charge

Securely shred personal documents to prevent identity theft and keep sensitive information safe. 

• Up to five (5) paper bags or boxes of paper documents
• Remove staples and clips
• Paper shredded onsite

Electronics – various fees apply

Electronics will be collected for environmentally responsible disposal.

• Computer systems (hard drive or CPU) and accessories (cables, wires, keyboards, mice, speakers, etc.) VCRs, camcorders, stereos, and all phones
• Televisions, computer monitors and printers
• Other electronic equipment (almost anything with a plug - see the online list for clarification)
• To get fees and the full list of electronics go to:
  • www.rva.gov/public-works/clean-city-commission and click on the tab for recycling

For more information on DPW, please visit us online at rva.gov/public-works or email us at AskPublicWorks@rva.gov 

We’re Social! For updates on DPW-related projects, activities and events visit us on X @DPW_RichmondVA or on Instagram at RVACleanCityCommission 

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The City of Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is one of only 225 currently accredited public works agencies in the United States. DPW’s portfolio comprises a wide array of services to include leaf collection; street, sidewalk and alley maintenance; trash collection; recycling; grass cutting; graffiti removal; parking enforcement; urban forestry; street signs; traffic signals and pavement markings and civil engineering. In addition, DPW issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages Main Street Station, the RVA Bike Share program. DPW’s operating budget comes from the general fund of the City of Richmond.  For more information about DPW services, click here or call 3-1-1

Richmond, VA - City offices and buildings will reopen and resume normal operations on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025.

While City facilities reopen, residents are encouraged to continue exercising caution while traveling, as some areas may still be impacted by lingering icy conditions. The City will continue monitoring weather conditions and operational impacts.

Residents should visit go.rva.gov/winter-weather for the latest updates and follow the City of Richmond's social media channels for updates on City operations. For weather updates, please monitor reliable sources of information such as the National Weather Service. 

Inclement Weather Shelters

The City's Inclement Weather Shelter, located at 1900 Chamberlayne Avenue and operated by the Salvation Army, will close at 11 a.m. and reopen at 5 p.m. on Wednesday for its standard overnight operations. For more information, visit rva.gov/human-services/inclement-weather

Richmond Ready Alerts

Residents are encouraged to sign up for Richmond Ready Alerts to receive critical emergency and weather alerts from the City of Richmond. Residents can text 'RVAREADY' to 888-777 to receive a sign-up link or visit rva.gov/richmondreadyalerts to learn more.

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La Ciudad de Richmond reanudará su funcionamiento normal el miércoles 

Richmond, Virginia - Las diferentes oficinas y sedes de la administración municipal reanudarán su funcionamiento y horario habitual el miércoles 10 de diciembre de 2025. 

Aunque las instalaciones de la Ciudad reabran, animamos a la población para que siga teniendo precaución al movilizarse, ya que algunas áreas pueden seguir afectadas por las bajas temperaturas existentes. La administración municipal seguirá monitoreando las condiciones climáticas y los efectos de éstas.

Los habitantes de Richmond pueden ingresar a la página de Internet go.rva.gov/winter-weather para obtener la información más actualizada y también pueden seguir a la Ciudad de Richmond en las redes sociales para obtener las noticias más recientes acerca del funcionamiento de la Ciudad. Para mantenerse informados sobre las condiciones climáticas, les recomendamos que estén atentos a fuentes confiables de información tales como el Servicio Nacional del Clima: weather.gov   

Albergues ante el Clima Inclemente 

El albergue municipal ante el clima inclemente, que está ubicado en el 1900 de Chamberlayne Avenue y es administrado por el Ejército de Salvación, cerrará el miércoles a las 11 a.m. y reabrirá sus puertas a las 5 p.m., siguiendo su horario normal de funcionamiento. Sid esea más información, visite la página rva.gov/human-services/inclement-weather   

Richmond Ready Alerts 

Animamos a los richmondeses para que se registren en el servicio Richmond Ready Alerts, para que reciban alertas de emergencias e información sobre el clima de la Ciudad de Richmond. Las personas interesadas pueden enviar el mensaje de texto 'RVAREADY' al 1-888-777 para recibir un enlace de registro o pueden visitar la página rva.gov/richmondreadyalerts y obtener más información. 

The City of Richmond announces that Marshall Plaza will be closed today, Dec. 9, 2025, due to unexpected HVAC system issues. During this closure, Department of Social Services (DSS) services will remain available and will expand as needed at the Southside Community Services Center to ensure residents continue to receive uninterrupted support.   

Residents may access all DSS resources and assistance at:  

Southside Community Services Center  

4100 Hull Street Road  

Richmond, VA 23224  

While crews are working to restore building operations at Marshall Plaza, DSS staff located at Marshall Plaza are preparing for a move to a new location at the end of the month. Additional updates will be shared as more information becomes available.  

For assistance or general inquiries, residents may contact Richmond DSS at (804) 646-7000 or visit go.rva.gov/winter-weather. 

Last updated at 11:45 a.m. on 12/9/25

Richmond, VA - Due to continued freezing and icy conditions, City of Richmond offices and buildings will now open on a delayed schedule at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025. Virtual services such as 311 and Department of Utilities Call Center will remain available.

Residents should visit go.rva.gov/winter-weather for the latest updates and follow the City of Richmond's social media channels for updates on City operations. For weather updates, please monitor reliable sources of information such as the National Weather Service.

What does today's late opening mean for City schedules and operations? 

• Physical spaces (like community centers and libraries) will open at 12 p.m. today
• Richmond's Circuit, General District, and Juvenile Courts are closed on Tuesday the 9th.
• Virtual City services (like online payment, DPU's Call Center, and 311) are still available. For help accessing the right service, call 311 or visit rva311.com.
• There will be no street cleaning on Tuesday, 12/9.
• Trash collection will be delayed by one day as crews work through inclement weather. Please leave your supercans out through Friday, 12/12 until they can be collected.
• There will be no recycling collection today. To keep track of any changes, please visit cvwma.com.
• The Salvation Army Inclement Weather Shelter will remain open all day on Tuesday, 12/9 and until 11 a.m. on Wednesday, 12/10.
• GRTC buses will likely remain on snow routes. For updated info, visit ridegrtc.com.

 Inclement Weather Shelters

To protect and shelter Richmond's most vulnerable residents, the City's Inclement Weather Shelter, located at 1900 Chamberlayne Avenue and operated by the Salvation Army, will continue operations based on the weather. For more information, visit rva.gov/human-services/inclement-weather

Richmond Ready Alerts

Residents are encouraged to sign up for Richmond Ready Alerts to receive critical emergency and weather alerts from the City of Richmond. Residents can text 'RVAREADY' to 888-777 to receive a sign-up link or visit rva.gov/richmondreadyalerts to learn more.

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ACTUALIZACIÓN: La Ciudad de Richmond extiende su horario de apertura hasta las 12 p.m.

Richmond, VA - Debido a las continuas condiciones de congelamiento y hielo, las oficinas e instalaciones de la Ciudad de Richmond ahora abrirán con un horario retrasado a las 12 p.m. el martes, 9 de diciembre de 2025.

Los servicios virtuales, como 311 y el Centro de Llamadas del Departamento de Servicios Públicos, permanecerán disponibles durante este tiempo.

Los habitantes deben visitar go.rva.gov/winter-weather para ver las últimas actualizaciones y seguir los canales de redes sociales de la Ciudad de Richmond para mantenerse informados sobre las operaciones municipales. Para más información sobre las condiciones meteorológicas, por favor consulte fuentes fiables como el Servicio Meteorológico Nacional.

¿Qué significa la apertura retrasada de hoy para los eventos y servicios municipales programados?

• Hoy abrirán a las 12:00 p.m. las instalaciones municipales tales como centros comunitarios y bibliotecas.
• Los tribunales de Richmond (la Corte de Circuito, la Corte de Distrito y la Corte Juvenil y de Relaciones Familiares) permanecen cerrados el martes 9 de diciembre.
• Los servicios municipales virtuales (que incluyen los pagos en línea y el servicio de 311) siguen disponibles. Si necesita ayuda para acceder al servicio indicado, llame al 311 o visite la página rva311.com.
• No habrá limpieza de las calles el martes 9 de diciembre.
• La recolección de basura se retrasará un día debido al mal clima. Por favor deje sus basureros supercans afuera hasta el viernes, 12 de diciembre, para que el personal de recolección puedan recogerlos en cuanto les sea posible.
• No habrá recolección de materiales para reciclaje hoy. Para mantenerse al tanto de cualquier cambio en el horario, visite la página cvwma.com.
• El Albergue contra el Clima Inclemente del Ejército de Salvación permanecerá abierto todo el día el martes 9 de diciembre y hasta las 11:00 a.m. el miércoles 10 de diciembre.

Refugios para el mal tiempo

Para proteger y albergar a los residentes más vulnerables de Richmond, el refugio de la ciudad para el mal tiempo, ubicado en el 1900 de Chamberlayne Avenue y administrado por Salvation Army, continuará operando debido a las condiciones climáticas.

Alertas de Richmond Ready

Animamos a los richmondeses a inscribirse en el sistema de alertas Richmond Ready para recibir avisos críticos durante emergencias y alertas meteorológicas de la Ciudad de Richmond. Los habitantes pueden enviar el mensaje 'RVAREADY' al número 888-777 para recibir un enlace de inscripción o visitar rva.gov/richmondreadyalerts para obtener más información.