Staunton City Council Adopts FY22 Budget

Staunton City Council adopted the city’s FY2022 budget during the regular meeting last week with an adopted real estate tax rate of 92 cents, a decrease from the current rate of 95 cents.

Staunton Celebrates Arbor Day with Tree City USA Recognition, Completion of Grants and a Tree Tour

At the April 22 regular meeting, the Staunton City Council is issuing a proclamation declaring April 30 as Arbor Day.

Governor Northam Announces Textile-Based Engineering Firm to Expand in Staunton, Adding 31 New Jobs

Happy Birthday America July 4th Event Remains Virtual in 2021

Staunton’s home-grown July 4th event, Happy Birthday America, will again take a virtual format in 2021.

City Council to Offer Video Livestream of Meetings

Work sessions and regular meetings of the Staunton City Council will feature a livestreamed video beginning April 22.

Staunton's West End Revitalization Meeting #3

A review of the Community Survey and next steps. 6-7 p.m., Tuesday, April 27 at the Gypsy Hill Park Gym.

Staunton and Augusta Libraries Announce Limited Reopening

Public libraries in Staunton and Augusta County will reopen for Grab & Go services starting Monday, April 26, allowing limited in-person services to resume while following safety precautions consistent with guidance issued by the federal and state governments.

Shop and Dine Out in Downtown Resumes

Shop and Dine Out in Downtown will resume on weekends beginning Friday, April 2 at 4 p.m.

West End Revitalization Strategy Planning Community Survey

Citizens of Staunton who live in the West End are encouraged to complete the survey.

City Council to Begin FY2022 Budget Review

City Manager Steve Rosenberg will present the 2022 fiscal year proposed budget to City Council during its work session on Thursday, March 25, at 5 p.m.

Staunton City Manager Appoints New Communications Manager

Staunton City Manager Steve Rosenberg is announcing that Michelle Bixler will join the city as its communications manager effective March 15.

City Announces Tree Removal Project on Middlebrook Avenue

Tree removal on the 700 block of Middlebrook Avenue will result in one lane traffic from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, March 2 and Wednesday, March 3.

Stay Well SAW

Leaders in the Staunton, Augusta County and Waynesboro communities came together for a Stay Well SAW public service announcement.

Normal Operations of Garages Resume

Normal operations of the New Street parking garage will resume on Saturday, February 20, and normal operations of the Johnson Street parking garage will resume on Monday, February 22.

Feb. 18 Planning Commission Meeting All Virtual

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 18, along with the public hearing, will now be virtual.

City Issues Winter Weather Advisory

In anticipation of the upcoming forecasted winter weather event, the City of Staunton is providing the following advisory.

No trash collection on Friday, February 12

Due to inclement weather trash will not be picked up on Friday, February 12.

City Schedules for Presidents’ Day

The City of Staunton’s administrative offices will be closed on Monday, February 15 in observance of Presidents’ Day.

Weather Alert - Be Aware of Refreezing Overnight

Road conditions expected to worsen overnight, avoid travel if at all possible.

Staunton Provides Update on Technology Improvements to Rita S. Wilson Council Chambers and Caucus Room

The City of Staunton reports on progress regarding significant technology improvements that will improve public access and engagement when the new system is fully operational.