Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter and resume, with professional references, and salary requirements, to Sarah Burch, Clerk of City Council, via email at sarah.burch@bvcity.org. While the position is open until filled, the formal review of applicants will begin May 15, 2026. Inquiries relating to the City Manager position may be directed to:

Wayne Handley
Interim City Manager
2039 Sycamore Avenue
Buena Vista, VA 24416
wayne.handley@bvcity.org

Sponsorship applicants must be organizing an event located within Lexington, Buena Vista, or Rockbridge County, Virginia and occurring between July 1 and December 31, 2026. Requests should not exceed $3,000 per event. Rockbridge Regional Tourism Board will award monies based on the strength of the application, how well it aligns with regional tourism goals and objectives, and the event’s potential to attract out-of-town visitors and generate overnight stays. A total of $10,000 is earmarked for distribution, though total disbursement is not guaranteed.

The window for completing an application for sponsorship is Wednesday, April 1 through Sunday, May 3, 2026. Awards will be announced on the week of May 25, and funds will be distributed during the month of June.

Potential applicants will find the sponsorship application and related request guidelines at LexingtonVirginia.com/sponsorships<https://www.lexingtonvirginia.com/sponsorships>.

Contact: Patty Williams, Director of Marketing
Lexington & the Rockbridge Area Tourism
106 E. Washington St. Lexington, Virginia 24450

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About Rockbridge Regional Tourism
Rockbridge Regional Tourism is the official Destination Marketing Organization for Lexington, Buena Vista, and the Rockbridge County, Virginia. Their current campaign of “Small Towns, Big Backyard” invites visitors to explore the villages, towns, and cities or Rockbridge County as well as enjoy abundant outdoor adventure through mountain and river explorations.

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.

This upgrade is part of the process that will bring credit card and online payment options in the coming months. Thank you for your patience as we get everything set up. Stay tuned for updates!

VADeed Alert sends email notifications when certain documents are recorded in local land records that match a registered name or Tax Map Number. These notifications can provide early awareness of potential deed fraud or unauthorized filings involving your property.

VADeed Alert is:

• Free and voluntary
• Available to all property owners in Virginia
• Simple to enroll in and manage

Property owners can sign up online at:
https://risweb.vacourts.gov/VADeedAlert/#/login

For additional information about VADeed Alert or land records in the City of Buena Vista, please contact the Buena Vista Circuit Court Clerk’s Office at 540-261-8627.

-City Manager’s Office
(540) 261-8600

Please expect delays, use caution when traveling through downtown, follow posted traffic control devices, and consider alternate routes if possible.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we address this unexpected issue and continue improving downtown infrastructure.

View the attached color-coded map for closures, traffic flow, and access points.

East Side – Starts Thursday, 2/5

• Full closure from Sycamore Ave to the alley for ~2 days
• The alley near City National Bank will remain open for access.

West Side – Starts Monday, 2/9

• One lane closed at a time over 3–4 days with INCOMING traffic only
• Traffic will exit behind City Hall/Courthouse toward 20th Street (follow yellow arrows on the map)
• All street parking will be closed.
• Impacts City Hall parking, nearby businesses, and the VIA/Junction 245.

Sycamore Ave – Starts Thursday, 2/12

• One lane closed at a time for 3–4 days
• One lane remains open for travel
• City National Bank access remains open

Please follow all posted signs and detours, drive carefully, and watch for crews and equipment in the work zones. Thank you for your patience as we work to improve the safety, accessibility, and appearance of downtown Buena Vista.

Glen Maury Calendar of Events

All delinquent Personal Property Taxes must be paid in full before decals may be purchased.

Further, 2026 Dog Tags are DUE NOW. Dog tags should be purchased each year by January 31st. A valid rabies certificate must be presented in order to purchase a dog tag.

*Please note: This year the due date falls on a weekend, therefore, Decal Applications will be accepted as timely through Monday, March 2nd.

-Amarilis M. Hudson, Treasurer

Crews are also continuing work to clear sidewalks and parking areas at key public locations as conditions allow.

Refuse collection is beginning with commercial routes. Some alleys will be assessed and worked on today as conditions allow, which will help determine when residential refuse collection can safely resume.

Water and sewer crews are responding to weather-related issues, including frozen meters and waterline concerns, and will continue addressing calls as they come in.

Public Works staff remain on duty as the City continues returning to normal operations. Thank you for your patience, and please continue to monitor City channels for updates.