Albemarle Police report: Homicides increases in 2023, but property crime slightly down
A summary of what’s in the 2023 annual report for the Albemarle County Police Department.
March 2024
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Albemarle Supervisors agree to advertise increases in personal property tax rate, lodging tax rate
The personal property tax rate had been lowered due to rising valuation of used cars in the wake of the pandemic.
Deadline to apply for real property tax relief in Charlottesville is Monday
The city has programs available for both rent relief and real property tax relief for those over the age of 65 as well as the permanently disabled.
Habbab resigns from Charlottesville Planning Commission
A Planning Commissioner resigns in protest creating a new vacancy among dozens of others.
Sanders responds to Council questions about Vibrant Community Funds process
A summary of some of what was said at the March 14, 2024 Charlottesville City Council budget work session.
Governor Youngkin vetoes 30 more bills, all related to firearms
Another round of action from Governor Youngkin on bills from the 2024 General Assembly.
UVA Health expert recommends COVID vaccination updates for those 65 and above
A story from a UVA Health press briefing given on March 22, 2024
Freas named as Charlottesville’s Deputy City Manager for Operations
The promotion of James Freas to Deputy City Manager means that City Manager has filled his administration.
Albemarle working toward fall opening for first phase of Biscuit Run Park
Albemarle anticipates spending $9.2 million in FY25 and FY26 on additional phases at Biscuit Run Park.
Charlottesville has responded to lawsuit seeking overturning of new zoning code
A hearing will be scheduled later this spring to determine how the case will proceed.