Parks & Recreation Plan December Events

December EventsAquaticsWe're Hiring, Lifeguards! • Ages 16+ FREE!Wednesday, Dec. 22, 5-7 p.m.James City County Recreation CenterLifeguards are needed to staff the James City County Recreation Center indoor pool. Applicants must be at least 16 years or old...

Police Seek Suspects in Larceny from Sunglass Hut

On Nov. 13 at approximately 5:40 p.m., two unknown males entered the Sunglass Hut located at 5711 Richmond Road and stole three pairs of sunglasses. The total value of the glasses is more than $1,000. Surveillance photos of the suspects were obtained.

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What happened at the November 23 Board of Supervisors Meeting?

Here’s a quick summary of actions taken by the Board of Supervisors during the November 23 Business Meeting.  The votes below represent Ayes, and Nays.

C.        PRESENTATION    &...

Larson Elected to VACo Executive Committee

Ruth Larson, Berkeley Representative on the James City County Board of Supervisors, was elected to the Virginia Association of Counties (VACo) 2021-22 Executive Committee during the 87^th Annual Business Meeting on Nov. 16. She will serve as the Second Vic...

Police Offer Firearms Safety Courses

James City County Police Department is offering free firearm safety courses to the public in December. Each one-session class will cover basic safety, handling, storage and laws related to carrying a concealed handgun in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The ...

Police Investigate Commercial Burglary

On Oct. 25 at approximately 5:30 a.m., an unknown person gained entry into the Dollar General located at 8766 Pocahontas Trail and stole nearly $800 worth of Newport cigarettes. The suspect shattered the glass case where the cigarettes were stored and loa...

James City County Parks & Recreation Earn Top Honors at Statewide Conference

James City County Parks & Recreation took home two top honors bestowed by the Virginia Recreation & Park Society (VRPS) during its annual conference in October. Over 400 people from across the state gathered for the 67th annual event held in Harri...

County Announces Launch of Litter League Kit Program

Do you think litter is more than just an eyesore? Wish you could do something about it? James City County General Services is launching a new litter kit loan program! The Litter League helps individuals, families, organizations and businesses perform clea...

Hampton Peninsula CVC Offering Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine for Children Ages 5-11

**Released on Nov. 3, 2021** Newport News, Va. — On Thursday, November 4, 2021, the Hampton Peninsula Community Vaccination Clinic (CVC) will begin to offer the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5 to 11, following guidance from ...

County Announces Changes at Convenience Centers Due to Staff Shortage

Due to staffing shortages, James City County Solid Waste is making the following changes at the Convenience Centers: 

• The Toano Convenience Center located at 185 Industrial Boulevard will be closed starting Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021 until further notic...

2021 Leaf Disposal Options Announced

Self Haul

Between Nov. 13 and Nov. 21 and Jan. 8 and Jan. 16, James City County residents may drop off leaves free of charge at the Jolly Pond Convenience Center, 1204 Jolly Pond Road, daily between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m.Leaves dropped off by residents will onl...

Fall 2021 Activity Brochure Available!

Fall Brochure Available!

Parks & Recreation invites you to a fall of fun – we’ve got a great variety of programs, events and activities for all ages, interests and abilities! Over ten special events are planned to connect community,...

Lifeguards Wanted!

Parks & Recreation is hiring lifeguards to staff the James City County Recreation Center indoor pool. Benefits include competitive pay of $13.86/hour, up to a 28-hour work week, flexible work schedules, paid trainings and free Recreation Center member...

James City County Parks & Facilities

County Parks, Centers & Facilities Update

Oct. 22, 2021 ? In all parks and facilities and for all programs, events and activities: In compliance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) all youth and adults who are not fully v...