Doug Fawcett answers your questions concerning snow removal in Fredericksburg.
Department of Public Works Director Reviews Snow Clean-Up
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Spotsylvania Supervisor Gary Skinner Appointed VRE Board Chairman
The 2016 slate of officers was unanimously approved at a recent VRE Operations Board meeting.
Washington Avenue Tree Dispute Forum Rescheduled
The meeting is rescheduled for 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 1, 2016.
Snow Removal Slow Going on Fredericksburg City Streets
Clearing the snow is hampered by the amount and by the number of cars buried along the curb.
Stafford County Opens Winter Storm Day Center
The reception center is open 8 a.m. – 8 p.m Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 22 – 24, 2016.
VDOT Asks Motorists to Stay Off the Roads
From the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) at 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 22, 2016.
Snowfall continues across the 14-county Fredericksburg District, and motorists are advised to stay off the roads for duration of the winter storm due to extremely hazardous driving conditions.
Interstate 95 and primary roads in the Fredericksburg District have minor to moderate snow coverage. Secondary and subdivision streets are mostly covered in snow.
Gov. McAuliffe Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Winter Storm
“All Virginians should take the threat of this storm seriously and take necessary precautions now.” Governor Terry McAuliffe
Del. Cole Introduces Bill to Allow Some Teachers to Carry Guns in Schools
HB 167 seeks to permit former law-enforcement now working in Virginia public schools to carry any firearm.
Howell Elected to Eighth Term as Speaker
Delegate William Howell has been a member of the House of Delegates since 1988, speaker since 2003.
Mill District Rezoning Faces Questions
City Council wants questions answered before it votes on rezoning for a mixed-use development in the Mill District.
Fredericksburg Sports and Fitness Supervisor Honored at State Conference
The Sports and Fitness Supervisor was honored as Outstanding New Professional.
Stafford County Government Meetings January 2016
Stafford County Government meetings scheduled for January 2016.
Fredericksburg Accepting Applications for Historic Resources Planner
Applications are being accepted until 4:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 30, 2015.
Top 10 Local Government Stories of 2015
Ten of the most read 2015 Fredericksburg area government stories.
Stafford Election Results 2015
Winners included David P. “DP” Decatur Jr. (R) for sheriff and Eric L. Olsen (R) for Commonwealth’s Attorney.
City Hires Consulting Firm to Assist with Parking Action Plan
Walker will develop a comprehensive action plan to guide near- and long-term parking-related decisions.
City Takes Over Annual Christmas Parade, Seeks Sponsors, Volunteers
By Susan Larson
What for 27 years has been known as the Fredericksburg Jaycees Christmas Parade will have a new name in 2014.
Fredericksburg Parks & Recreation is seeking sponsors — including a title sponsor — and volunteers for the 28th annual parade, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 6.
Fredericksburg Seeks Director of Parks, Recreation and Public Facilities
Current Director Robert Antozzi is retiring in August 2015.
Fredericksburg EDA Purchases Former StellarOne Bank Property
Fredericksburg’s Economic Development Authority purchased the property for $1.05 million.
Jane Shelhorse Named Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation & Public Facilities Director
Shelhorse begins her tenure on January 4, 2016.
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