Hedelt worked for the city for 35 years.
City Council Honors Karen Hedelt
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Spotsylvania Earns AAA Rating from Fitch
AAA is the highest possible general obligation bond rating.
Virginia Sales Tax Holiday, Tax-Free Weekend
Save on qualifying items August 5 – 7, 2016.
Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority FY 2016 Annual Report
At the conclusion of the 2016 fiscal year, the EDA had approximately $1.6 million in assets.
Fredericksburg Accepting Applications for Director of Economic Development & Tourism
Applications must be received by Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2016.
FAMPO Accepting Comments on Improvement Projects for 2040 Long Range Plan
The 30-day comment period runs July 27 through August 26, 2016.
Hillary for America Office Opening in Fredericksburg
An office opening will be held July 26, 2016.
City Collaborates with Local Groups on Rappahannock Canal Cleanup
Virginia Outdoor Center and Friends of the Rappahannock worked with city staff on the project.
Virginia’s Tim Kaine Chosen as Clinton’s Running Mate
Clinton made the announcement on Twitter.
Fredericksburg Planning Department to Host Neighborhood Meetings
The first two meetings will be held July 19 and 20, 2016.
Riverfront Park Moves to Engineering Design Phase
The full engineering design is expected by the end of 2016, with construction in 2018.
City Council Approves Washington Avenue Mall Tree Task Force Recommendations
Minor changes were made to the city’s existing tree plan.
High Speed Rail Meeting July 11 in Fredericksburg
Virginia’s Department of Rail and Public Transportation is evaluating which proposed route through the Fredericksburg area is most feasible.
Officials Answer Questions about DC2RVA Rail Options in Fredericksburg
Residents voiced concerns about the possibility of a Fredericksburg bypass being built through their neighborhood or on their property.
Stafford Launches Free Summer Lunch Program
The program will be held at Kate Waller Barrett Elementary School.
Joe Wilson Appointed to Virginia Growth and Opportunity Board
The “Virginia Initiative for Growth and Opportunity in Each Region” is also known as GO Virginia.
Benton, Twigg to Host Livingston District Town Hall Meeting
Benton and Twigg plan to “discuss matters of community interest.”
Gov. McAuliffe Visits Fredericksburg to Celebrate Atlantic Gateway Project Funding
“Virginia got 20 percent of the entire pot of federal FASTLANE grant money,” McAuliffe said.
Rappahannock Area Community Services Board Accepting Distinguished Volunteer Nominations
Nominations are due by Friday, Aug. 19, 2016.
Stafford County Inclement Weather Fireworks Plan
The show will go on, unless the weather is dangerous.
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