If there's snow, here's how to stay informed

Hanover County is currently expected to get snow, sleet or freezing rain beginning tomorrow evening and continuing through Sunday. Here’s how you can stay informed about the impacts on Hanover offices, facilities and schools. Facebook pages: Hanover County Government; Public Schools. Twitter pages: Hanover County government; Public Schools. You also are invited to subscribe to Hanover County email, called Hanover Access News (HAN) on the homepage at www.hanovercounty.gov

Storm could bring power outages

Even a little wet snow and ice could cause power outages. If you are a Dominion Energy customer and you lose electrical power, call 1-866-DOM-HELP (1-866-366-4357). You can report and check outages online to Dominion here. Rappahannock Electric Cooperative customers can call 1-800-552-3904; their outage center page is here. If you experience an outage, report it immediately; the more information your power company has about outages, the more quickly they can respond. Beware of downed power lines, and remember that they could be covered by snow. Assume they are energized and dangerous. If you have a generator, be sure it is fueled, tested, and properly connected before the severe weather arrives. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and always operate outdoors with good ventilation. Improper use of a generator could be life-threatening for customers and for line crews working to restore power. VDOT’s website includes frequently asked questions, driving tips and tools for motorists to learn more about VDOT’s winter preparedness. For more information about road conditions, you can use VDOT's 511 tools, including phone and website.

School Board to hear proposed budget on Tuesday

Weather permitting, School Superintendent Dr. Michael Gill will present the proposed Fiscal Year 2020 School Operating Budget, five-year capital improvements plan and FY 20 school nutrition fund budget to the School Board on Tuesday, January 15. The meeting begins at 6 p.m.

Peterson, Wyatt to lead Board

On Wednesday afternoon, Canova Peterson of the Mechanicsville District was elected by his colleagues to be Chairman of the Board of Supervisors in 2019. Scott Wyatt of the Cold Harbor District is the Board’s Vice Chairman for 2019. South Anna District Supervisor Wayne Hazzard announced that he will not be seeking re-election. The Board's next meeting is on January 23 at 6 p.m.

Canova Peterson presents a plaque of appreciation to outgoing Chairman Sean Davis of the Henry District.