Posted on: September 28, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 28, 2023
Commonwealth's Attorney: Keyes Verdict Announced
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – A Charlottesville jury has convicted 38-year-old Tadashi Demetrius Keyes of first degree murder and use of a firearm during the commissio...
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Posted on: September 28, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 28, 2023
Asphalt Trials to be Repaired at Northeast Park
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The City of Charlottesville Parks and Recreation will be repairing asphalt trials at Northeast Park. Repairs will begin October 1 and run ...
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Posted on: September 26, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 26, 2023
Construction of Schenks Branch Tributary Stream Restoration Project to Commence
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – A significant City environmental restoration project is currently in the works. The project invo...
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Posted on: September 24, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 24, 2023
BELMONT BRIDGE TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Week of September 25-29, 2023 – Daytime work at 9th/Avon/Garrett/Levy/Old Avon intersection and 9th/Avon/East Market intersection. Work Zone ext...
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Posted on: September 22, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 22, 2023
Charlottesville City Market Cancelled September 23, 2023
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The Charlottesville City Market is canceled for tomorrow, September 23rd, due to extreme weather conditions. Forecasts ...
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Posted on: September 26, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 26, 2023
Vibrant Community Fund Application Update: Technical Issues Resolved
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Update: The technical issue pertaining the FY25 Vibrant Community Fund application has been resolved, so a...
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Posted on: September 21, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 21, 2023
City Manager Addresses Unhoused Community Crisis in Market Street Park
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – City Manager, Samuel Sanders, Jr. has issued a directive to lift the closing time in Market Street Park.
“It came to...
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Posted on: September 20, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 20, 2023
In-Person Early Voting Begins Friday, September 22
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – In-Person Early Voting for the November General Election begins this Friday, September 22, and runs through Saturday, Novembe...
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Posted on: September 20, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 20, 2023
Vibrant Community Fund Application Link
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The City of Charlottesville Department of Human Services will open grant applications for non-profit organizations through its annual Vi...
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Posted on: September 20, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 20, 2023
Americans with Disabilities Transition Plan Update Public Meeting TONIGHT
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The City of Charlottesville, along with contractor Precision Infrastructure Management, will be holding an infor...
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Posted on: September 18, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 18, 2023
CPD Now Accepting Applications for Fall Community Police Academy
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - The Community Police Academy, which provides experiential training on the daily operations and functions of CPD, will be ...
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Posted on: September 18, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 18, 2023
New Temporary Location for Commissioner of the Revenue In-Person Operations
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Due to extensive water damage, the lobby of City Hall will be closed for an extended period of time while repa...
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Posted on: September 15, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 15, 2023
Resilient Together. One Climate. One Community.
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Resilient Together is a collaborative planning and implementation effort designed to ensure our community is strong, s...
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Posted on: September 14, 2023
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) through the City of Charlottesville's Housing Operations & Support (HOPS) is to inform community agencies with program and presences within the jurisdictional boundaries of the C...
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Posted on: September 18, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 18, 2023
Invasive Plant Control Projects at Several City Parks
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The Charlottesville Parks and Recreation will begin invasive plant control at several City parks to help reduce overgrowth...
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Posted on: September 14, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 14, 2023
Herman Key Jr. Recreation Center Undergoing Roof Replacement September 29, 2023 – January 3, 2024
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Herman Key Jr. Recreation Center will be closed to the public for roof replacement. Serv...
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Posted on: September 12, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 12, 2023
DRINKING WATER UPDATE
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority (RWSA), Albemarle County Service Authority, and City of Charlottesville Utilities Department report that they are pr...
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Posted on: September 8, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 8, 2023
JMRL’s Bookmobile Expanding Services to Louisa and Nelson Counties
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Starting this month, JMRL’s Bookmobile will be making regular stops at several locations i...
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Posted on: September 8, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 8, 2023
JMRL Seeks Community Feedback on Strategic Planning
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The Jefferson-Madison Regional Library (JMRL) and the Library Board of Trustees have begun work on the Library’s ne...
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Posted on: September 7, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 7, 2023
Charlottesville City Manager Selects Director of Communications & Public Engagement
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Charlottesville City Manager, Samuel Sanders, Jr. has selected a new Director of Communications and Public E...
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Posted on: September 18, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 6, 2023
The Equity Center at UVA and City of Charlottesville Release Stepping Stones Report on the Well-Being of Local Youth and Families
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The Equity Center at the University of Virgini...
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Posted on: August 31, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 31, 2023
City of Charlottesville Notice of Funding Availability for Housing-Related Activities
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – This Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) is to inform the community o...
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Posted on: September 5, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 5, 2023
Pen Park Fitness Trail Repairs
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The City of Charlottesville Parks and Recreation will be repairing Pen Park Fitness Trail. Repairs will begin September 11 and run through October...
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Posted on: August 30, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 30, 2023
Vibrant Community Fund Call for Applications
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The City of Charlottesville Department of Human Services will open grant applications for non-profit organizations through its annual Vibrant Co...
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Posted on: September 1, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 1, 2023
Tree Planting Planned for November
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The City of Charlottesville Parks and Recreation will be installing approximately 160 trees in public rights of way, local schools and parks, ...
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Posted on: August 30, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 30, 2023
Charlottesville Announces ADA Transition Plan Update
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Furthering its commitment to accessibility, the City of Charlottesville is embarking on an update of its Americans with Disabi...
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Posted on: August 29, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 29, 2023
FREE LOCAL MULCH AT THE IVY MUC
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The Rivanna Solid Waste Authority is offering FREE mulch to customers of the Ivy Material Utilization Center, located at 4576 Dick Woods Road, Char...
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Posted on: August 24, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 24, 2023
Charlottesville Homeowner Assistance Program Grant Filing Deadline Extended to Friday, September 8, 2023 at 5PM
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – To promote and preserve homeownership, Charlottesville City Council...
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Posted on: August 22, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 22, 2023
The Albemarle & Charlottesville Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Offices and Central Virginia Community Justice Commit to Improve Public Safety and Racial Equity in Partnership with Vera Institute
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA –&...
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Posted on: August 14, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 14, 2023
Draft Zoning Ordinance: Consolidated Draft and Public Hearing
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Consolidated draft Zoning Ordinance is now available; first Public Hearing scheduled for September 14.
Background
The City of Ch...
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Posted on: August 11, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 23, 2023
Sunday Sundown at Washington Park Pool
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Charlottesville Parks & Recreation will host Sunday Sundown on Sunday, August 13th from 4PM – 6PM at Washington Park. Sunday Sun...
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Posted on: August 11, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 11, 2023
Charlottesville City Market Joins Markets Across the Country in Celebrating National Farmers Market Week
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Charlottesville City Market joins markets across the country in celebratin...
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Posted on: August 11, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 11, 2023
Charlottesville Aquatics Program Hires Two Students for New Position
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Charlottesville’s Aquatics Program has selected two Customer Service Pool Attendants, a new position...
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Posted on: August 8, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 8, 2023
CPD Joins U.S. Attorney's Office and Law Enforcement Partners in Project Safe Neighborhoods
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – "The Department of Justice’s Executive Committee for Project Safe Neighborhoods has unanimously approv...
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Posted on: August 8, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 8, 2023
Charlottesville City Manager Selects Fire Chief and Interim DCM for Operations
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Charlottesville City Manager Sam Sanders has announced his selection of Michael L. Thomas as Fire Chi...
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Posted on: August 4, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 4, 2023
Daniel Fairley II of Charlottesville, VA Announced as New Obama Foundation United States Leader
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Today, President Obama’s Obama Foundation announced that Daniel Fairley, II is among the first...
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Posted on: August 3, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 3, 2023
Commissioners and Cans Food Drive
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The Commissioners & Cans Food and Fund Drive, an annual partnership between The Commissioners of the Revenue Association of Virginia and the V...
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Posted on: July 26, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 26, 2023
City of Charlottesville Designates Locations to Cool Down Ahead of Forecasted High Temperatures
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Due to the extreme high temperatures forecasted in the area this weekend, the City of...
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Posted on: July 20, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 20, 2023
Delegation from Sister City Winneba, Ghana to Visit Charlottesville
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – A delegation from Winneba, Ghana, Charlottesville’s Sister City, will be visiting Charlottesville from ...
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Posted on: July 17, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 17, 2023
Deputy City Manager Sam Sanders Officially Appointed by Council as Charlottesville’s New City Manager
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Charlottesville Mayor J. Lloyd Snook announced the selectio...
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Posted on: July 18, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 18, 2023
City Hall to Reopen July 19, 2023
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The City Hall building will reopen Wednesday, July 19. Below are details for the locations of the Treasurer's Office, Commissioner of the ...
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Posted on: July 17, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 17, 2023
Charlottesville AQI Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups July 17, 2023
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – As of 12PM, July 17, 2023, Charlottesville's Air Quality Index (AQI) is 111, which indicates that those wit...
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Posted on: July 24, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 24, 2023
Invasive Plant Management and Control Measures Using Goats to Begin at Washington Park
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The Department of Parks and Recreation will begin its Invasive Plant Management program on July 31, with...
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Posted on: July 12, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 12, 2023
CPD (Charlottesville Police Department) to Hold National Night Out Celebration at IX Art Park
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – CPD invites you to National Night Out at IX Art Park on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, from 5:30 to 8:...
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Posted on: July 6, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 6, 2023
Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority Adjusts Drinking Water Facilities
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority (RWSA) has adjusted production...
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Posted on: July 6, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 6, 2023
Solarize Charlottesville Campaign is Open!
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - Making the switch to solar power is easier and more affordable than ever, thanks to Solarize Virginia, a program that reduces the cost and complexity of going...
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Posted on: July 5, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 5, 2023
Interim City Manager Withdraws from Consideration as City Manager Candidate
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Michael C. Rogers announced to the City of Charlottesville staff that he is no longer a candidate for the permanent City Mana...
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Posted on: June 28, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 28, 2023
CFD Firework Safety Public Service Announcement
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - The Charlottesville Fire Department would like to remind the community that while Virginia permissible fireworks may be legal and enjoyed in surrounding...
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Posted on: June 27, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 27, 2023
Charlottesville Commonwealth Attorney’s Office Announces New Hires
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - Charlottesville Commonwealth’s Attorney Joe Platania is pleased to announce the hiring of three new empl...
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Posted on: June 29, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 29, 2023
Canadian Wildfires Cause Unhealthy Air Quality in Charlottesville
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - The City's Office of Emergency Management has issued a notice to residents that the Air Quality Index (AQI) in the Charlottes...
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Posted on: June 20, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 20, 2023
SOUTHERN ALBEMARLE CONVENIENCE CENTER GRAND OPENING
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The Rivanna Solid Waste Authority (RSWA) is excited to announce the Grand Opening Celebration of the new Southern Albemarle Conve...
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Posted on: June 15, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 15, 2023
High Bacteria Levels Detected in Meadow Creek
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Recent water quality monitoring conducted by the Rivanna Conservation Alliance has detected elevated E. coli bacterial levels in Meadow Creek in ...
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Posted on: June 12, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 12, 2023
City Seeks Applications Regarding HOME-ARP Funding for Rental Development
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The City of Charlottesville Office of Community Development seeks applications for HOME-ARP funding that can be used...
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Posted on: June 8, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 8, 2023
Canadian Wildfires Cause Smokey Conditions in the Charlottesville Area
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - Smoke from Canadian wildfires is affecting the air quality in the Charlottesville area, as well as large portions of the United St...
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Posted on: May 30, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 30, 2023
City of Charlottesville receives AAA Bond Rating
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The City of Charlottesville has again received the highest rating from both S&P Global Ratings and Moody’s Investor Services.
S&P Global Ratings ...
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Posted on: May 30, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 30, 2023
Taxes Due Monday, June 5, 2023
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The City of Charlottesville tax deadline for Real Estate and Personal Property tax bills is Monday, June 5th. Tax bills for the first half of...
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Posted on: May 26, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 26, 2023
Charlottesville Releases Updated GHG Inventories
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - The City’s Climate Program has released community-wide Greenhouse Gas inventory data for calendar years 2020 and 2021. Data can be found on th...
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Posted on: May 24, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 24, 2023
Part 3 of the Draft Zoning Ordinance Available for Review
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The City is seeking input on the final part of the draft Zoning Ordinance update through June 18.
Background & Overview
The City of ...
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Posted on: May 23, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 23, 2023
High Bacteria Levels Detected in Meade Creek
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Recent water quality monitoring conducted by the Rivanna Conservation Alliance has detected elevated E. coli bacterial levels in Meade Cr...
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Posted on: May 19, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 19, 2023
Charlottesville Humans Services Collaborates With UVA and Nonprofits to Help Local Youth
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Members from the City of Charlottesville Department of Human Services, the University of Virginia Equit...
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Posted on: May 17, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 17, 2023
New Nature Trail at Confluence of Meadow Creek and Rivanna River
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – On Saturday morning, May 13, Charlottesville Parks & Recreation and volunteers from the Rivanna Trails Foundation came tog...
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Posted on: May 12, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 12, 2023
Commonwealth's Attorney: Use of Force Justified and Reasonable
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – On February 28, 2023, six members of the Albemarle County Police Department used deadly force in the City of C...
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Posted on: May 3, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 3, 2023
In-Person Early Voting Begins Friday, May 5
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – In-Person Early Voting for the June 2023 Democratic Primary begins this Friday, May 5, and runs through Saturday, June 17.
Early voting will...
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Posted on: April 26, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 26, 2023
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The City provides a wide variety of Boards and Commissions that encourage members to participate in discussions that affect and shape the future of our City. We believe it is not ...
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Posted on: April 18, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 18, 2023
City of Charlottesville Announces Appointment of PCOB Executive Director
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Charlottesville Interim City Manager Michael C. Rogers announces the appointment of Inez M. Gonzalez as the new Exec...
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Posted on: April 17, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 17, 2023
Charlottesville Awarded $7.1 Million Federal Grant to Complete Upgrades to the Natural Gas System
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - The City of Charlottesville is excited to announce that it has been awarded a $7.1 million g...
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Posted on: April 12, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 12, 2023
City Residents Eligible for Remaining Pathways Funding
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA -The Pathways Community Resource Helpline for rent, mortgage and utility assistance has exhausted the funds set aside for Albemarle County residen...
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Posted on: March 31, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 31, 2023
50th Season of City Market Opens Saturday, April 1st
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA -The Charlottesville City Market will kick off its 50th season on Saturday, April 1 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm in Downtown Charlottesville. Explore a va...
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Posted on: March 30, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 30, 2023
Part 2 of the Draft Zoning Ordinance Available for Review
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The City of Charlottesville is seeking input on the draft Development Standards for the Zoning Ordinance update.
Background & Ov...
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Posted on: March 28, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 28, 2023
City of Charlottesville to Upgrade All Pedestrian Signals Breaking National Record
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - By the end of this week, the City of Charlottesville will have upgraded 26 pedestrian signals to ...
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Posted on: March 28, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 28, 2023
Albemarle County, the City of Charlottesville, and UVA Announce Community Safety Working Group
Albemarle County, the City of Charlottesville, and the University of Virginia are undertaking a joint effort to convene local ...
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Posted on: March 27, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 27, 2023
Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority Awarded $3.17M Grant
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - The Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority (RWSA) has been awarded a $3.17 M grant by the Virginia Department of Health to improve...
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Posted on: March 8, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MARCH 8th, 2023
Join us March 15th for Acting on Climate Together!
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - On Wednesday, March 15 the City of Charlottesville is hosting a community event called Acting on Climate Together.
It will be from 4:00 to...
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Posted on: March 6, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 6th, 2023
Celebrate finding and fixing water leaks this March with Fix a Leak Events!
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - The City of Charlottesville, Albemarle County Service Authority (ACSA), and Rivanna Water & Sewer Authority (RWSA) are...
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Posted on: February 22, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 22, 2023
Leah Puryear Appointed to the Charlottesville City Council
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – At their February 21, 2023 meeting, Charlottesville City Council appointed former Charlottesville City School Board member Leah Puryear t...
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Posted on: February 8, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 8, 2023
PCOB Meeting Canceled Due to Lack of Quorum
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Due to the lack of quorum, the scheduled Police Civilian Oversight Board meeting on February 9, 2023, has been canceled.
Any items to ...
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Posted on: February 3, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 3, 2023
Part 1 of the Draft Zoning Ordinance Available for Review
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The City of Charlottesville is seeking input on the draft zoning ordinance, including the zoning districts and map.
Background &am...
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Posted on: January 5, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 13, 2023
Traffic Alert for Bridge Repairs on 250 Bypass Daytime Lane Closures.
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The 250 By-pass bridge over Emmet Street will have the following closures:
- 2/14 TUES: short duration delays ...
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Posted on: February 2, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 2, 2023
City Council Narrows Down the List of Appointed Council Member Applicants
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Following an open call to fill an Appointed Council Member seat that yielded 20 applications, Charlottesville Cit...
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Posted on: February 1, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 1, 2023
Community and Business Survey Launched in Support of Economic Development Strategic Plan
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The process to develop a new five-year Economic Development Strategic Plan for the City of Charlot...
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Posted on: January 31, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 31, 2023
Interim City Manager to Host a Citizen Budget Forum This Evening
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Interim City Manager, Michael C. Rogers, will host a Citizen Budget Forum this evening from 6-8 PM at Carver Recreation Ce...
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Posted on: January 30, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 30, 2023
Full List of Appointed City Council Member Applicants Now Online
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Charlottesville City Council is seeking applications for an Appointed Council Member seat following the departure of City ...
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Posted on: January 27, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 27, 2023
City Assessor's Office Completes 2023 Reassessment
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Of the 15,148 taxable properties, residential parcels increased by an average of 11.52%. Commercial properties (including apart...
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Posted on: January 27, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 27, 2023
New Charlottesville Commissioner of the Revenue Staff Members Sworn In
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Business Tax Auditors and Tax Specialists were among the new staff members sworn in by Charlottesville Clerk of Court, Llezell...
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Posted on: January 19, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 19, 2023
Charlottesville’s Climate Protection Program is pleased to share that the Climate Action Plan (Link) has officially been adopted as an amendment to the City’s Comprehensive Plan! As we move from the p...
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Posted on: January 24, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 24, 2023
Appointed City Council Member Applicants Now Posted Online
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Charlottesville City Council is seeking applications for an Appointed Council Member seat following the departure of City Counci...
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Posted on: January 4, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 18, 2023
Proposed New Charlottesville Voting Precincts Introduced to City Council
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – On January 17, 2023, revised boundary lines for the nine Charlottesville voting precincts were presented before Ci...
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Posted on: January 4, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 9, 2023
Charlottesville DMV Select Services
DMV Select locations are permitted to issue or process:
- Original, replacement, substitute and supplemental titles
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Posted on: January 4, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 4, 2023
Charlottesville City Council Seeks Applications for Appointed Council Member
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Charlottesville City Council is seeking applications for an Appointed Council Member seat following the upcomin...
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Posted on: January 4, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 5, 2023
City of Charlottesville to Utilize Newer, More Progressive Method for Bridge Replacement
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – With the design for replacing the Dairy Road Bridge estimated to begin in July,...
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Posted on: December 30, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 3, 2023
Lend a Helping Hand to Reduce Pollution: Donate Reusable Grocery Bags
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The City of Charlottesville is moving to reduce plastic pollution in our community. As authorized through Vi...
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Posted on: December 30, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 30, 2022
REMINDER – Plastic Bag Tax Goes Into Effect on January 1, 2023 in Charlottesville
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The City of Charlottesville is moving to reduce plastic pollution in our community. ...
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* City News Alerts *
Posted on: December 1, 2022
BackgroundOn October 3, 2022, the City's Climate Program staff presented Charlottesville's first Climate Action Plan at a City Council work session. The Climate Action Plan is a strategic document aimed at achieving Charlottesville's greenhouse gas reduct...
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Posted on: November 21, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 21, 2022
Upcoming Closure of City Offices for Thanksgiving Holiday
Charlottesville City government offices will be closing at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, November 23, and will remain closed through Friday, November 25 in observance o...
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Posted on: November 16, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 16, 2022
A Statement on the Passing of Cole Hendrix, Former Charlottesville City Manager
Charlottesville City Government is saddened to report that Mr. Cole Hendrix, City Manager of Charlottesville from 1971-1996, passed away l...
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* City News Alerts *
Posted on: November 10, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 10, 2022
Buy Local Campaign Encourages Supporting Local Small Business this Holiday Season
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - The Albemarle County & Charlottesville Buy Local campaign highlights small businesses within Charlottesville a...
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* City News Alerts *
Posted on: November 1, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 1, 2022
Community Resources for Financial Relief
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - The City of Charlottesville and Albemarle County, in partnership with the United Way of Greater Charlottesville, provides financial relief for comm...
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Posted on: October 31, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 31, 2022
Joint Press Release from Commonwealth's Attorney and Charlottesville Police Department
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - On Sunday October 23, Charlottesville Police Officers responded to a shots fired report near...
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* City News Alerts *
Posted on: August 29, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 29, 2022
Urban Stream Health, Water Quality Monitoring, and Bacterial Contamination
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - Urban streams often have some water quality impairment due to the developed nature of the lands that drain into them. This ...
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* City News Alerts *
Posted on: July 25, 2022
August 2022 Community Input Opportunities for the Climate Action Plan
Listening Sessions:The City of Charlottesville is hosting two Listening Sessions in August to provide an intentional space for voices in our community who are not traditionally involved ...
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Posted on: June 17, 2022
New materials have been posted to the City's website for the Climate Action Plan and the Climate Vulnerability Assessment!
The new materials are linked directly below. These materials, as well as additional resources and information about the pla...
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* City News Alerts *
Posted on: June 12, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 12, 2022
**UPDATE 4:50PM** - Missing Person in Charlottesville Has Been Located Safely
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - Charlottesville Police Department confirms that the missing person has been located safely.
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Posted on: June 3, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 10, 2022
**UPDATE 6/10/22** - Missing Person in Charlottesville is Safe
UPDATE 6/10/22: Charlottesville Police Department confirms that Ms. Hundertmark has reached out to her family and advised them that she is safe.
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* City News Alerts *
Posted on: June 2, 2022
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.
You are invited to this free workshop, hosted by the City...
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* City News Alerts *
Posted on: May 19, 2022
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!
The Climate Vulnerability Assessmen...
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* City News Alerts *
Posted on: May 13, 2022
There's still time to inform the City's two climate planning processes that are underway!
Over 160 responses have been received so far. Please share your thoughts on prel...
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* City News Alerts *
Posted on: April 20, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 20, 2022
Two climate surveys - one for greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions and one for assessing climate vulnerabilities - are open until Friday, May 20!
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - The City’s Climate Protection...
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