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Survey Seeks Public Input on Police Chief Search
Residents are encouraged to identify important traits, priorities as search process begins Read on... -
City Safety Preparations for August 11-13, 2022
The City of Charlottesville provides the following update regarding the City's safety and emergency preparedness efforts for the weekend of August 11-13, 2022. Read on... -
City to Resume Passport Application Services
The City of Charlottesville’s Treasurer’s Office is pleased to announce the resumption of Passport Application services. Read on... -
Upcoming Climate Action Listening Sessions & Town Hall Community Workshop
This August: Listening Sessions to provide an intentional space for voices in our community who are not traditionally involved in climate conversations, and, a Town Hall Community Workshop for all community members to provide input on GHG reductions. Read on... -
TRAFFIC ALERT: Bridge Repairs on 250 Bypass Over Emmet Street
The 250 Bypass bridge over Emmet Street will have the right lane eastbound on Route 250 closed for the next two weeks, and the left lane eastbound on Route 250 will be closed for two weeks after. Read on... -
CFD to host its first-ever Girls’ Fire & Rescue Camp
Charlottesville Fire Department will host its 2022 Girls’ Fire & Rescue Camp to encourage women to seek career opportunities in the fire/EMS services profession. Read on... -
UVA Med-flight Helicopter to Land on Buford Field
PVCC, working in partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of Central Virginia, will land the UVA Med-flight helicopter on the Buford Middle School field on Wednesday, July 27th. Read on... -
CPD Investigating Several Larcenies in Charlottesville
The Charlottesville Police Department is currently investigating several larcenies that have occurred in neighborhoods across the area over the last few weeks. Read on... -
CPD Seeking Assistance Locating a Missing Adult
The Charlottesville Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing adult, 59 year old John Milton Harris III. Read on... -
Charlottesville Cooling Centers Open
The City will designate Key Recreation Center, Tonsler Recreation Center, and the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library (Central Branch) as cooling centers beginning Tuesday, July 19. Read on... -
City of Charlottesville Selects Police Chief Search Consultant
The City of Charlottesville announces the selection of POLIHIRE, a Washington D.C. based executive recruitment firm to assist the Interim City Manager in identifying candidates for the position of Police Chief. Read on... -
Charlottesville Fire Department announces the promotion of a new Deputy Chief
On August 1, 2022, the Charlottesville Fire Department will appoint its newest Deputy Chief of Operations, Scott Carpenter. Read on... -
City of Charlottesville Approved as VEEP Sustainability Partner for 10th Year
For the 10th year in a row, the City of Charlottesville is honored as a Department of Environment Quality Virginia Environmental Excellence Program Sustainability Partner. Read on... -
GKY to Provide 2D Stormwater Management Modeling for Charlottesville
The City of Charlottesville has awarded GKY a contract for engineering services associated with the development of a 2D stormwater management model of the portion of the Moore’s Creek Watershed located within its city limits. Read on... -
CPD Investigating Burglary at Onesty Pool in Charlottesville
The Charlottesville Police Department is currently investigating a Burglary that occurred on July 1, 2022, at approximately 4:50 a.m. at the Onesty Pool in Charlottesville, VA. Read on... -
CPD Investigating Burglary on East Market Street in Charlottesville
The Charlottesville Police Department is currently investigating a Burglary that occurred on July 4, 2022, at approximately 10:30 p.m. in the 1300 block of East Market Street, Charlottesville VA. Read on... -
Sister Cities Commission Announces Premiere of "Storie Musicali"
The Charlottesville Sister Cities Commission is pleased to announce the YouTube premiere of one of our 2020 Grant projects! Read on... -
City of Charlottesville Names New Director of Information Technology
The City of Charlottesville has named Steve Hawkes as the new Director of Information Technology. Read on... -
City of Charlottesville receives AAA Bond Rating and Completes Bond Sale
The City of Charlottesville has again received the highest rating from both S&P Global Ratings and Moody’s Investor Services. Read on... -
New Climate Planning Materials Available
New materials have been posted to the City's website for the Climate Action Plan and the Climate Vulnerability Assessment! Read on... -
Let There Be Skate Park Lights!
Charlottesville Parks & Recreation is pleased to announce that we have reached our skate park lights fundraising goal. Read on... -
Draft Report Available and Upcoming Open House for Zoning Rewrite
The City has started the process of updating the Zoning Ordinance, and will host an open house event to gather input on the proposed zoning approach. Read on... -
**UPDATE 4:50PM** - Missing Person Has Been Located Safely
The Charlottesville Police Department confirms that the missing person in Charlottesville has been located safely. Read on... -
**UPDATE 6/10/22** - Missing Person in Charlottesville is Safe
Charlottesville Police Department confirms that Ms. Hundertmark has reached out to her family and advised them that she is safe. Read on... -
Charlottesville Parks & Recreation Offers Fun Summer Programs for Local Youth
Charlottesville Parks and Recreation will be offering comprehensive and fun summer programs for all local youth ages 5–15, from June 22 – August 12 focusing on extended learning activities along with exciting recreational activities and programs. Read on... -
Community Workshop: Help Charlottesville become Climate Resilient!
Please join the conversation on Thursday, June 9, 5 PM - 7 PM for a virtual Community Workshop to discuss the City of Charlottesville's Climate Vulnerability Assessment. Register in advance of the workshop, and the Zoom link will be sent to your email. Read on... -
Mayor Snook Issues Proclamation for Gun Violence Awareness Day
City of Charlottesville Mayor Lloyd Snook issues a proclamation for Gun Violence Awareness Day to honor and remember all victims and survivors of gun violence. Read on... -
Charlottesville Parks & Recreation Offers Hiring Bonus For Summer Camp Staff
Charlottesville Parks & Recreation is offering incentive bonuses to summer camp staff to boost hires for summer ’22. The City is offering a hiring and end of season bonus. Read on... -
City Building Permit Division Experiencing Low Staffing Levels
Neighborhood Development Services is currently experiencing low staffing levels in its building permit division. As a result, there are major delays in the issuance of building permits and inspections. Read on... -
Join Us at "The Fleet of the Future: Right Sized and Electrified"
We are excited to partner with Albemarle County, Virginia Clean Cities, and the University of Virginia for a community showcase of electric equipment. Read more for event details and activity schedule! Read on... -
Sadacca Enters Guilty Pleas in Charlottesville Circuit Court
Today, in Charlottesville Circuit Court, Justin Kyle Sadacca entered guilty pleas to three counts of felony Aggravated Sexual Battery by a Massage Therapist. Read on... -
CPD Investigating an Apparent Suicide
The Charlottesville Police Department is investigating an apparent suicide at an apartment in the 1000 block of Wertland Street. Read on... -
Charlottesville High School Students Staging a Walk-Out This Afternoon
Charlottesville High School students are staging a walk-out today at 1:00 PM in solidarity against gun violence and to honor the victims of the recent school shooting in Texas. Read on... -
Save the Date: June 9, 5PM - 7PM Community Workshop on Climate Vulnerabilities
Please plan to join us, fellow community members, and community organizations on Thursday, June 9, 5PM - 7PM for a final, virtual, Community Workshop to inform Charlottesville's Climate Vulnerability Assessment! Read on... -
Reminder - Climate Surveys Still Open, through May 20th!
There's still time to inform the City's two climate planning processes that are underway! Two climate plans - Two surveys - Open through May 20th! Read on... -
CPD Announces Missing Person Has Been Located
The Charlottesville Police Department announces that a missing person has since been located. Read on... -
City of Charlottesville Announces New Directors and Deputy Director
Mary Ann Hardie is named Director of Human Resources, Misty Graves is named Director of Human Services, and David Dillehunt is named Deputy Director of Communications and Public Engagement. Read on... -
CPD Continues Uniform Response to Noise Complaints
The Charlottesville Police Department will continue to respond to noise complaints in the community, based on call volume. Read on... -
CPD Seeking Information in Shooting Incident
The Charlottesville Police Department is seeking information regarding a shooting incident that occurred on April 25, 2022. Read on... -
Surveys Open for Climate Action Planning
Surveys to inform climate action planning - both greenhouse gas reductions and climate vulnerability - are open for community input until Friday, May 20, 2022. Read on... -
CPD Releases 2021 Annual Report
The Charlottesville Police Department is pleased to present its 2021 Annual Report. Read on... -
UPDATE (4/20/22): Missing Person in Charlottesville is Safe
Reagan Elizabeth Kale, who was previously reported missing, came into contact with Law Enforcement last night (4/19/22) and was safe. Read on... -
City Council Meetings Resume in Council Chambers on Monday, April 18th
Charlottesville City Council will return to in-person meetings with limited public seating and virtual access maintained for the April 18th meeting. Read on... -
Charlottesville City Council Adopts FY 2022-2023 Budget
Interim City Manager, Michael C. Rogers, comments on the FY 2022-2023 budget adopted by City Council at their special meeting on April 12, 2022. Read on... -
UPDATE: Bacteria Levels in Pollocks Branch Have Returned to Normal
Recent water quality monitoring detected elevated E. coli bacterial levels in Pollocks Branch in the vicinity of Elliott Avenue and Rockland Avenue. Those bacteria levels have returned to normal. Read on... -
Charlottesville Initiates A Big Step Forward to Large Energy and Water Savings
The City of Charlottesville hires CMTA Energy Solutions to identify energy saving opportunities that support climate action. Read on... -
CPD Provides Update for Recent Shootings
The Charlottesville Police Department provides the following information regarding two recent shooting incidents in the City. Read on... -
Fish Kill Confirmed in Tributary of Meadow Creek
The City’s Environmental Sustainability Office received a report earlier this week from a resident regarding dead fish in a tributary of Meadow Creek in the vicinity of Cedars Court. Read on... -
CPD Provides Information in Shooting Incident
The Charlottesville Police Department provides information regarding a shooting incident that occurred on the morning of March 29th. Read on... -
High Bacteria Levels Detected in Pollocks Branch
Recent water quality monitoring has detected elevated E. coli bacterial levels in Pollocks Branch in the vicinity of Elliott Avenue and Rockland Avenue. Read on... -
City Council Archives for Minutes and Ordinance Books are Now Online
Clerk of Council Kyna Thomas announces the completion of an imaging project that brings the City Council archives for Minutes and Ordinance Books right to your fingertips. Read on... -
UPDATE: CPD Announces Missing Person Has Been Located
The Charlottesville Police Department announces that Daniel Arvelo-Perez has been located. Read on... -
CPD Seeking Information in Shooting Incident
The investigation into this shooting incident is ongoing. If you have any information, please call CrimeStoppers at 434-977-4000. Read on... -
CPD Seeking Information Regarding Armed Robbery
The Charlottesville Police Department is investigating an armed robbery that occurred on 2/4/22 in the Water Street parking garage in Charlottesville, VA. Read on... -
CPD Seeking Information in Shooting Incident
The Charlottesville Police Department is seeking information regarding a shooting incident that occurred on the evening of February 23, 2022 in the 800 block of Hardy Drive. Read on... -
Newly Promoted Fire Captain Graduates from Academy
Newly promoted CFD Captain, Michael Link, has graduated from the Virginia Fire Officer Academy. Read on... -
Schenks Branch Tributary Virtual Public Meeting
The City of Charlottesville invites you to a virtual public meeting to learn about the upcoming restoration of Schenks Branch Tributary in the Botanical Garden of the Piedmont. Read on... -
CFD Staff Complete HazMat Training
Four Charlottesville firefighters have completed hazardous materials training. Read on... -
Commissioners and Cans Food and Fund Drive
The City's Commissioner of the Revenue will be running a food drive for the entire month of August. Read on... -
Cville Plans Together Begins Zoning Ordinance Rewrite
The City has started the process of updating the Zoning Ordinance, the first major action to implement the newly adopted Comprehensive Plan and Affordable Housing Strategy. Read on... -
Mayor Snook Issues Proclamation for Stephen Walton Day
Assistant Fire Marshal Stephen Walton is honored with a proclamation recognizing his 50 years of service to the City of Charlottesville. Read on... -
Petroleum Seep Impacting Unnamed Tributary of Meadow Creek
A petroleum seep is impacting an unnamed tributary of Meadow Creek in the vicinity of 1706 Emmet Street North in Charlottesville. Read on... -
Charlottesville Fire Department Announces Captain Promotions
For the first time in 165 years, the Charlottesville Fire Department (CFD) will promote four firefighters to the rank of Captain at the same time. Read on... -
City Council Holds Special Meeting After Appointed Interim City Manager Withdraws Application
On Tuesday, November 30th, Charlottesville City Council held a Special/Emergency Meeting for the purpose of discussing the withdrawal of appointed Interim City Manager Mark Woolley. Read on... -
MISSING PERSON UPDATE - Charlottesville Woman Found Deceased in Harrisonburg
Tonita Lorice Smith was found deceased in the City of Harrisonburg, VA on November 23, 2021. The Harrisonburg Police Department is conducting a death investigation. Read on... -
CPD seeking assistance locating missing Charlottesville woman
The Charlottesville Police Department is seeking the community’s assistance locating Tonita Lorice Smith, a missing 39-year-old Charlottesville woman. Read on... -
CPD Continues to Seek Leads Regarding Dashad "Sage" Smith Homicide
The Charlottesville Police Department continues to investigate the disappearance and homicide of Dashad "Sage" Smith, who vanished on November 20, 2012. Read on... -
Police Civilian Review Board Shares Draft of Oversight Ordinance
The Charlottesville Police Civilian Review Board is seeking public feedback on its draft oversight ordinance; City Council will discuss the proposal on December 6. Read on... -
CAT Receives Grant to Continue Fare-Free Service to the Public
Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) passengers will continue to ride fare-free for four more years thanks to funding awarded through the Transit Ridership Incentive Program Read on... -
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