Staunton COVID-19 updates: April 17

City Manager Steve Rosenberg discusses the city’s ongoing response to COVID-19, including continuation of city services and programs, temporary relief concerning business taxes and water bills and conducting public meetings in a virtual format.

Watch the video at youtu.be/rPrYOeERAL4.

Staunton High School Track Closure

Starting at 6 a.m. on May 11, the Staunton High School track will be closed for maintenance and resurfacing. The track is set to reopen at 7 a.m. on July 13. During the closure, residents are encouraged to walk at Gypsy Hill or Montgomery Hall parks.

Public Hearings for Budget, Water and Refuse Rate Increases

Citizens are encouraged to tune in to the City Council Work Session at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 23, including a budget discussion with Staunton City Schools, and then again at 7:30 p.m. for the public hearings on the budget and water and refuse rate increases. For information on how to participate in the public hearings and to listen to the livestream, visit https://www.ci.staunton.va.us/government/city-council.  You can also listen on local cable channel 7.