local government
- Delegate Hodges Highlights Local Authority Over Affordable Housing Definitions
Virginia lawmaker explains why localities should set their own affordable housing terms in locally funded programs during CCT Subcommittee discussion.
- Governor Spanberger Hosts 1,000 Law Enforcement & Community Leaders for Statewide Summit on Strengthening Emergency Preparedness
RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today hosted 1,000 law enforcement, public safety, and community leaders from across Virginia in
- Who Runs Your Election in Virginia? A Guide to Registrars, Boards and Clerks
Three local offices share the work of Virginia elections.
- From Locked Machines to Sealed Ballots: How Virginia Guards Election Materials
Virginia law requires voting equipment to stay in view, then be locked and sealed, with keys and data going to the circuit court clerk.
- 40 Feet, 100 Feet, 300 Feet: Virginia's Distance Rules Around Polling Places
Three distances shape what is allowed outside a Virginia polling place: loitering, firearms and loudspeakers.
- Charlottesville Reviews Salvation Army Thrift Site for Shelter Expansion
City Council discusses potential acquisition of the Salvation Army thrift store building to support long-term shelter planning alongside new capacity from Vista and the Center of Hope.
- Governor Spanberger Announces First-Ever Director of Outdoor Recreation
DANVILLE, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced Virginia’s first-ever Director of Outdoor Recreation — a position focused on growing the outdoor recreation economy, supporting communities that rely on tourism, and increasing economic development across the Commonwealth.
- James City Delegate Advances Parking Enforcement Expansion Bill
A James City delegate moves companion legislation to update and extend permissive parking enforcement authority to every Virginia locality.
- Loudoun Supervisor Calls for Developer Transparency in Project Reviews
Loudoun County Supervisor Koran Saines spoke during a recent Board of Supervisors meeting about the need for improved transparency in how developers present project designs.
- Charlottesville Advances Bus Stop for Holiday Drive Shelter Access
Charlottesville Area Transit moves ahead with a new bus stop and related loop service near the Holiday Drive shelter to expand transportation options for residents.
- Loudoun County Supervisors Proceed With Aspen Substation Following Deliberations
The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors has approved advancing the Aspen Substation project located near Leesburg.
- Laura TeKrony Discusses Compensation Amid State Guidelines
Loudoun County Supervisor Laura TeKrony addressed the compensation structure for board members during a recent meeting.
- Arlington County Adopts $1.7 Billion Budget Amid Calls for Improved Fiscal Timelines
The Arlington County Board officially adopted a $1.7 billion budget for fiscal year 2027 on April 22, 2026, marking a modest 0.7 percent increase over the previous year.
- Citizen Launches PAC at Purcellville Town Council Meeting
A public meeting of the Purcellville Town Council featured a citizen speaker who addressed the suspension of Vice Mayor Ben Nett and related matters.
- Virginia House Bill 406 Extends Workers' Comp to Law Enforcement Spouses
Proposed legislation would provide temporary wage replacement for spouses who leave work to care for officers injured in the line of duty.
- Falls Church Mayor Backs Limits on Land Use Lawsuit Standing
Mayor Ladi Hardy tells a Virginia subcommittee that restricting standing in zoning challenges would protect local housing reforms from costly delays.
- James Morefield House Bill 62 Eases Tazewell Town Manager Residency Rule
RICHMOND — In a move underscoring the value of local decision-making and practical governance, the Virginia General Assembly has sent House Bill 62 to the governor’s desk, amending the charter of the Town of Tazewell to ease residency requirements for its town manager.
- Senate Bill Seeks to Add Fairfax County to Virginia Casino-Eligible Localities
Legislation would permit Fairfax County to pursue a casino through local referendum with authority expiring in 2029 if unused.