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City Council Begins FY 2026 Budget Process
The Fiscal Year 2026 (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026) budget process is underway for Staunton City Council.
Presidents Day City Schedule Changes
The schedules for City of Staunton offices and facilities will be modified in observance of Presidents’ Day on Monday, Feb. 17.
Virginia Scenic Railway Featured on Virginia Travel Guide Cover
The Virginia Scenic Railway will be featured on the cover of the 2025 Virginia Travel Guide. The guide features a curated collection of personal recommendations and heartfelt narratives from talented writers, local enthusiasts, and passionate travelers.
Trash Modernization: Bin Rollout Early March
The City of Staunton is about two months away from rolling out the first new trash cans to residential customers as part of the trash modernization program across the city. Delivering trash cans to all residents will take approximately two weeks.
MLK Jr. Day City Schedules
The schedules for the City of Staunton offices and facilities will be modified in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 20.
Staunton to Host Community Open House to Kick Off Comprehensive Plan Update
The City of Staunton invites residents and stakeholders to a community open house kicking off public engagement for the city’s Comprehensive Plan Update on Wed., Jan. 22, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Staunton High School cafeteria.
Tuesday Jan. 7: Delay & Schedule Changes
City of Staunton Administrative Offices and facilities will open at 12 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7. There will be no trash collection and the Recycling Center will be closed Jan. 7 as well.
City Offices Closed Mon. Jan. 6
Due to the expected snow and ice City of Staunton administrative offices and facilities will be closed Monday. Jan. 6, 2025.
Public Comment: Chesapeake Bay TMDL Action Plan
Staunton's Chesapeake Bay TMDL Action Plan is now available for public comment. Click the link in this story to read the plan.
Winter Weather Preps & Schedules
The City of Staunton is preparing for a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain in the region Sunday, Jan. 5 and Monday, Jan. 6. Public Works & Parks and Rec have been pretreating roads and walkways and preparing equipment for snow removal.
External Agency Funding FY26
The City of Staunton is now accepting funding requests from qualified agencies as part of the FY2026 operating budget process. Use the application linked to this story to apply.
Request for Information for Opioid Abatement services
CAPSAW is soliciting information from community groups and non-profit organizations interested in providing opioid abatement services
City Schedules for Upcoming Holidays
Schedules for City of Staunton offices and facilities will be modified in observance of the upcoming city holidays: Dec. 24, Dec. 25, and Jan. 1.
New Tools Enhance Website Accessibility
There are new new accessibility features on the city's site, providing an inclusive online experience for all visitors. With Recite Me assistive technology, users can now customize their digital experience to access content and services barrier-free.
Free Public Parking for Holiday Season in Downtown Central Business District
The City of Staunton is pleased to offer complimentary public parking in the Downtown Central Business District during the 2024 holiday season.
Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule Changes
The schedules for City of Staunton offices and facilities will be modified in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Veterans Day: City Schedule Changes
The schedules for City of Staunton offices and facilities will be modified in observance of Veterans Day on Monday, Nov. 11.
Queen City Mischief & Magic: Traffic Alerts
A portion of the downtown area will be closed to through traffic beginning at 5 p.m., Friday, Sept. 27 and continuing through 7 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 29 for the Queen City Mischief & Magic festival.
Jason Ball Promoted to Fire Chief
Jason Ball has been named the new Fire Chief for the City of Staunton effective immediately. Ball has been serving as the interim Fire Chief since April of this year.
Labor Day: City Schedule Changes
The schedules for City of Staunton offices and facilities will be modified in observance of Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 2.