General

Hiring of New Chief of Police-Town of Halifax

Position & Agency: Chief of Police, Town of Halifax, Virginia

Deadline: April 27, 2012. Interviews ongoing. Open until filled.

Job Description/Responsibilities: Founded in 1777 as the Seat of Halifax County (Pop. 36,241), the historic Town of Halifax (pop. 1,308), is situated in the Southern Piedmont of Virginia on US Hwy 501 approximately 55 miles south of Lynchburg, VA and 59 miles north of Durham, NC, contiguous to the Town of South Boston, VA (Pop. 8,142). Chief serves under the general administration and authority of the Town Manager and the overall charge of the Mayor under Mayor-Council form of government. Responsible for day-to-day operation and administration of the Police Department (FY 2011-12 Budget = $249,052), with additional 3 full-time sworn police officers and compliment of certified part-time officers. Directly supervises all aspects of the department, including the training and deployment of police officers to best serve the town's public safety needs. Chief answers calls for service in patrol capacity and performs all duties with highest standard of professional conduct in concert with town council's objectives and in response to the community's general welfare.

Qualifications: Looking for candidates having exceptional small town customer service skills. BS/BA in criminal justice, police administration preferred, or related field and applicable experience with GED/High School Diploma; grant writing ability desirable; Current Virginia DCJS certification required; at least 3 years of senior administrative experience with at least 7 years of uniformed police experience are also required; demonstrate proven track record of professional development, supervisory ability and proactive community police practices.

Salary: (DOQ/DOE) Starting salary up to $42,000 with qualifications & experience and within 2011-2012 FY Budget (+) benefits package including health insurance, life insurance and access to Virginia Retirement System (VRS)

How to Apply: Submit confidential letter of interest, resume, salary history and references by regular post or e-mail only: Carl Espy, IV, Town Manager, 70 South Main Street, Post Office Box 627, Halifax, Virginia 24558; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., Subject "Chief of Police Position". Any direct questions contact Town Manager 434-476-2343. Application deadline: April 27, 2012. Interviews ongoing. Open until filled. The Town of Halifax is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Community Planning & Design Initiative - South Main Street Marketplace

The Town of Halifax will host a community planning and design workshop on February 23 and 24 in the cafeteria of the STEM Academy to develop a master plan for the east side of South Main Street, generally south of Cemetery Street and north of the STEM Academy. The study area consists of property recently acquired by the Town and offers opportunities for additional infill buildings on vacant land.

Hill Studio planners and designers will work with town officials and other community stakeholders over these two days to understand business market and expansion needs, and identify feasible community development opportunities and linkages. The goals of the Master Plan are to guide future development and public/private investment in the project area and to recruit new/expanded business investment in downtown Halifax.

Citizens of Halifax and interested individuals and businesses are invited to participate in this workshop to offer insight and comments. Please come and be a part of this visionary planning effort! For more information, conatct Carl Espy, Town Manager, at 476-2343.

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Wednesday, February 23 5:30-6:30 PM Talk with us & view Work in Progress

Thursday, February 24 6:00-8:00 PM Open House - Draft Work Completed

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Area Links

Tourism Calendar

Tourism

The Prizery

South Boston - Halifax County Museum

L.E. Coleman African-American Museum

Halifax County Historical Society

Halifax County Little Theatre

Virtual Tours

Halifax Woman's Club

Halifax Jr. Woman's Club

Area Organizations

Chamber of Commerce

Halifax County Industrial Development Authority

Farmers Market

HALIFAX FARMERS MARKET

209 South Main Street

Market Days this season are Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Conveniently located downtown in the Halifax Courthouse Historic District, you'll find locally grown vegetables, fruits, fresh baked goods, eggs, special canned recipes, cut flowers, arts and crafts. Fresh USDA inspected goat, lamb, pork meat, goat milk soap and custom made pet-goods.

If you are planning visits to the Halifax Farmers Market, STAY and enjoy our Southern Hospitality: lunch at The Packhouse; a restful night at the Rebecca Rolfe House B & B; a quiet stroll through the Mountain Road Historic District; dining at Molasses Grill; shopping at Cozy Cottage, Peddler's Market, Toot's Creek Antiques, Triangle Florist and more. "Buy Local, Eat Fresh!"

Anyone interested in becoming a vendor can call Denise Barksdale with the Town of Halifax: 434-476-2343 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Vendor permit applications for the 2017 Season are now available at Halifax Town Hall, 70 South Main Street. The permit fee for the entire season at the Halifax Farmers Market is only $40.00 for the season or $10.00 per Saturday. Checks should be made payable to the Town of Halifax. See pictures from last year's opening season.

General Information - Halifax Town Hall: (434) 476-2343

Street & Sanitation Department

The Town of Halifax requires that all garbage be in an enclosed container with a top. The container needs to be placed at curbside no later than 8 AM to ensure pick-up.

Important Notification Implementation of Mandtory Recycling Program

Monday Schedule:

Mountain Road, Canterbury Drive, Mimosa Drive, Oak Lane, Pine Lane, Cedar Lane, Poplar Lane, Crawford Road, Academy Street, Craddock Street and Main Street (from Mountain Road to railroad tracks)

Tuesday Schedule:

From railroad tracks south on 501 to town boundary, Golf Course Road, Brookrun, Cowford Road, Gatha's Trail, Ballou Trail and Banister Road

Thursday Schedule:

Maple Avenue, Buena Vista, Park Lane, Lakeside Drive, Harding Street, Snead Lane, Elam Street, Hedderly Street, Back Street, Jackson Street, Main Street (from Mountain Road north on 501 to town boundary) and 360 east to town boundary

Wednesday is recycling day Please put any recycleable item at curbside no later than 8 AM.

These items need to be in an enclosed container. Current recyclable items are - aluminum cans, metal cans, newspapers, milk, soda, and water bottles (look for #1 & #2 on bottom) and corrugated cardboard.

The town has a special pick-up day in the spring and fall of each year. The special day will be announced in the local papers. The purpose of this special pick-up day is for collecting items that are not normally picked up. If you have any questions, please contact the town office.

The Town of Halifax requires that all garbage be in an enclosed container with a top. The container needs to be placed at curbside no later than 8 AM to ensure pick-up.

Important Notification Implementation of Mandatory Recycling Program

Monday Schedule:
Mountain Road, Canterbury Drive, Mimosa Drive, Oak Lane, Pine Lane, Cedar Lane, Poplar Lane, Crawford Road, Academy Street, Craddock Street and Main Street (from Mountain Road to railroad tracks)

Tuesday Schedule:
From railroad tracks south on 501 to town boundary, Golf Course Road, Brookrun, Cowford Road, Gatha's Trail, Ballou Trail and Banister Road

Thursday Schedule:
Maple Avenue, Buena Vista, Park Lane, Lakeside Drive, Harding Street, Snead Lane, Elam Street, Hedderly Street, Back Street, Jackson Street, Main Street (from Mountain Road north on 501 to town boundary) and 360 east to town boundary

Wednesday is recycling day. Please put any recycleable item at curbside no later than 8 AM. These items need to be in an enclosed container. Current recyclable items are - aluminum cans, metal cans, newspapers, milk, soda, and water bottles (look for #1 & #2 on bottom) and corrugated cardboard.

The town has a special pick-up day in the spring and fall of each year. The special day will be announced in the local papers. The purpose of this special pick-up day is for collecting items that are not normally picked up. If you have any questions, please contact the town office.

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