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2019 Fourth of July Schedule & Information
The annual Happy Birthday America celebration kicks off soon. Get information about parking, traffic and City office and trash pickup schedules for the Fourth of July holiday.
Talking Book Center to Host Celebration of National Award
Staunton’s Talking Book Center will host a reception to celebrate its recently received national award from 4 to 6 p.m., Thursday, June 20 at the Staunton Public Library.
Steven Rosenberg Named City Manager
Staunton City Council voted during its regular meeting Thursday night to appoint Steven Rosenberg as the City of Staunton’s 16th city manager.
Central Avenue Streetscape Meeting
Central Avenue neighbors are invited to a neighborhood meeting to learn about plans for a streetscape project in the area.
You’re Invited: Farewell Coffee & Doughnuts with Steve Owen
Join City Manager Steve Owen for a retirement celebration at the R.R. Smith Center on June 26.
Notice of Meetings of City Council
City Council will conduct interview of candidates for the position of City Manager.
Sewer Line Safety Inspections Begin
As part of its ongoing safety program, Columbia Gas will conduct sewer line safety inspections in some Staunton neighborhoods. They will continue throughout the year.
Dollar General Information
View the materials submitted by JMB Investment Company, LLC regarding a special use permit to construct a Dollar General store on Springhill Road.
Celebrate Bike & Walk to Work Day
On May 17, the Staunton community will celebrate Bike & Walk to Work Day. Biking and walking commuters can have breakfast, win prizes, enjoy music and more.
GHP’s Main Road Partially Closed May 16 for Party in the Park
A portion of Constitution Drive, the main loop that runs through Gypsy Hall Park, will be closed to vehicle traffic on Thursday, May 16 for Party in the Park.
Vet Tech Program Builds Partnerships, Friendships
Staunton connections, local partnerships and friendships build camaraderie and excellence in Blue Ridge Community College's veterinary technology program.
Appointments to City Boards, Commissions and Committees: January – March 2019
See the list of appointees to City boards, commissions and committees for the first quarter of 2019.
UPDATE: Pipeline Challenge Submitted to Federal Appeals Court
Six months after City Council voted to authorize participation in a challenge to the construction of the Atlantic Coast Pipeline, a brief has been filed on behalf of the City in a federal appeals court.
City Hires Chief Financial Officer
The City of Staunton has hired Phillip Trayer as its CFO. Trayer, who currently works for Spotsylvania County Public Schools, will join the City on June 1.
Work Resumes on Johnson Street Garage
Work on the Johnson Street Parking Garage has resumed and will take approximately one month to complete. Customers should look out for parking restrictions.
Latest Development: Political Maneuver in Pending Court Proceedings
The City just learned about a state legislative maneuver that tries to interfere with the City’s pending court case concerning the illegal wall on North Augusta Street.
Share Your Opinions
Staunton residents and property and business owners are invited to rate city services and operations in the 2019 citizen survey. The survey closes on June 15.
Parks and Rec to Host Senior Health Expo
Staunton Parks & Rec will host its first annual health expo for seniors April 26. Participants will have access to free health screenings, demonstrations and exhibits.
City Begins Street Paving Projects
Streets around the City will be closed intermittently for repaving over the next three weeks. See the list of streets scheduled for repaving and be prepared for detours.
Library Book Sale Begins April 9
The Friends of the Staunton Library will kick off its annual book sale on Tuesday, April 9.