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City Schedules for Memorial Day
The schedules for City of Staunton offices and facilities will be modified in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 25.
Public Feedback Invited on Comp Plan Draft
Staunton is entering a pivotal phase in shaping its future, inviting residents to review and provide feedback on the full draft of the 2045 Comprehensive Plan Update.
Council Adopts FY 2027 Budget
Staunton City Council adopted the city’s fiscal year 2027 budget during the April 23 regular meeting, with a total budget of $168,670,911 for all funds.
Activity Report: March 2026
Learn about the city's latest water award, a brand new study space, the Staunton Farmers' Market changes this season, and get updates on a number of public and private construction projects.
Overnight Phone System Maintenance; Temporary Outage Planned
The city will perform overnight phone system maintenance from 12:15 a.m. to 4 a.m. Friday, April 17. During this time, city administrative phone lines will be temporarily out of service.
FY 2027 Budget Proposed to City Council, Highlights & Priorities
The Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget was presented to Staunton City Council by City Manager Leslie Beauregard and Chief Finance Officer Jessie Moyers outlined the makeup of the entire city budget including her recommendations for expenditures.
Shop & Dine Out in Downtown Kicks Off 7th Season on April 3
The City of Staunton is bringing back its popular Shop & Dine Out in Downtown program for its 7th season, inviting residents and visitors to enjoy an expanded outdoor experience all weekend long, beginning Friday, April 3.
Activity Report: February 2026
Learn what's next for the Downtown Tunnel Repair Project, which local investigator was named Police Officer of the Quarter, and why out-of-state tourism to the city jumped to 68%. We also have the latest on the new batting cages and pool house construction progress.
Spring 2026 Heavy Trash and Bulky Brush Collection Schedule
Staunton residents can dispose of large, bulky items such as old appliances, furniture, and household goods by placing them at their curb by Monday, April 6.
Activity Report: January 2026
Learn why 1,500 library items flew off the shelves in a single day, which local K-9 hero is retiring after 800 missions, and how many gallons of brine, tons of salt, and pieces of heavy machinery tackled the January ice storm.
City Council Begins FY 2027 Budget Process
The Fiscal Year 2027 (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027) budget process is underway for Staunton City Council.
City Schedules: Presidents Day
City of Staunton offices and facilities will operate on modified schedules in observance of Presidents Day on Monday, Feb. 16.
Friday Update: Cleanup Continues; Trash Resumes
Following a week of historic winter weather, seven dedicated Public Works teams spent Friday tackling neighborhood ice across the city, focusing on widening travel lanes and removing snow from the downtown core.
Wednesday Update: Closing in on the Last 10 Percent of Streets; Trash Collection Suspended
Following an aggressive deployment of heavy machinery and contractor support, the City of Staunton Public Works Department reports that crews have now cleared at least one travel lane on 90 to 95 percent of city streets.
Offices Open at Noon Wednesday; Heavy Equipment Deployed for Cleanup
Jan. 27, 2026 – City of Staunton offices and facilities, including the Staunton Public Library, will open at 12 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 28.
Offices Closed Tuesday, Jan. 27 as Storm Cleanup Continues
City of Staunton offices and facilities will be closed Tuesday, Jan. 27, as road clearing operations continue. While primary roads are improving, Public Works crews are encountering significant difficulty clearing residential streets due to the extreme cold and heavy ice accumulation.
Shoveling Ordinance: Snowfall Ends
The city has determined that snowfall ended at 8 a.m. today, Monday, Jan. 26. This activates the city’s snow removal ordinance giving property owners 24 hours to remove snow and ice from bordering sidewalks.
Offices & Facilities Closed Monday, Jan. 26 Due to Winter Storm
City of Staunton offices and facilities will be closed Monday, Jan. 26, due to inclement weather. City crews continue working around the clock to remove snow and ice.
City Manager Declares Local Emergency Ahead of Weekend Winter Storm
In anticipation of the approaching, significant winter storm, Staunton City Manager Leslie Beauregard has declared a local emergency, effective immediately.
Winter Storm Preps & Parking Restrictions
The City of Staunton is preparing for a winter storm forecasted to begin Saturday, Jan. 24, and continue into Sunday night. Crews are pre-treating roads and sidewalks, and temporary downtown parking restrictions will be in place to support snow removal efforts.