The Treasurer’s and Commissioner’s Offices will be closed Wednesday, April 15 through Friday, April 17 for the implementation of new software and staff training. This upgrade will help improve our services and streamline processes moving forward. During this time, customers may use the drop-off box located at the back of the building for any payments specific to the Treasurer’s Office. … Read More

The City of Buena Vista received a media inquiry regarding a reported water quality concern and appreciates that this brought the concern to our attention. At this time, the Office of the City Manager was not previously aware of any claims alleging illness related to lead levels in the City’s municipal water system. We take any report involving potential impacts … Read More

Due to an unexpected issue, traffic signals will be temporarily offline along Magnolia Ave in downtown (20th, 21st, and 22nd streets) on Thursday, 2/5. Signals are expected to be offline for most of the day. Temporary stop signs will be installed at affected intersections so traffic can operate as four-way stops. Please expect delays, use caution when traveling through downtown, … Read More

Construction on 21st Street and downtown streets will continue next week as part of the City’s ongoing streetscape improvements. Residents, visitors, and businesses should plan ahead for lane closures, detours, and limited parking. View the attached color-coded map for closures, traffic flow, and access points. 🔴East Side – Starts Thursday, 2/5 🟨🟧 West Side – Starts Monday, 2/9 🔷Sycamore Ave … Read More

City of Buena Vista Public Works crews continue efforts following the winter storm. Most main roads and numbered streets are clear, and most city streets are passable overall. Some avenues may still be slick or difficult to travel due to lingering snow and ice. With temperatures remaining below freezing, black ice is possible, particularly in shaded areas and during overnight … Read More

Due to inclement weather, all Buena Vista City offices and courts will be CLOSED Tuesday, January 27, 2026. With freezing temperatures expected to continue, some roads may remain slick or refreeze. Please limit travel if possible, and if you do need to be out, use extra caution.

Snow and ice remain on many Buena Vista roadways this morning following the weekend winter storm. City Public Works crews have been working continuously since Saturday evening and will remain on duty until conditions are improved. While some progress has been made, roads remain icy and hazardous, and motorists are strongly encouraged to delay non-essential travel until later today, if … Read More

Due to inclement weather, all Buena Vista City offices and courts will be CLOSED Monday, January 26, 2026. Please stay safe and avoid unnecessary travel. We encourage everyone to stay weather-aware and monitor local news outlets for updates on road conditions and additional weather advisories.

Phone lines in city offices are currently down. The provider is experiencing network outages and is actively working to restore service as quickly as possible. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience during this time. If you need immediate assistance, please email Sarah Burch at sarah.burch@bvcity.org or stop by in person at 2039 Sycamore Ave.

The City of Buena Vista is excited to announce that construction will begin on downtown streetscape improvements starting Monday, December 8. This work is part of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for Business District Revitalization and the VDOT Transportation Alternatives Grant, supporting key upgrades to safety, accessibility, and the appearance of our downtown. Project Timeline Traffic Updates: 21st Street … Read More