City to Host Community Vaccine Events Through December 15

The Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts are offering multiple clinics every week around the Roanoke region where anyone age 12 and up can receive their free COVID-19 vaccine, which includes the first and second doses. As part of&...

Construction Begins on New Transit Facility

The City of Roanoke and Valley Metro announce that MB Contractors was given notice to proceed on Sept. 21, 2021, to start construction on the new Transit Facility, which will be located at the 300 block of Salem Avenue. MB Contractors has begun initial pr...

Roanoke to Host Events to Share Star City Reads Success Story With Other Communities

On Wednesday, Sept. 22, and Thursday, Sept. 23, Roanoke Public Libraries will host representatives from the national Campaign for Grade-Level Reading (CGLR). These CGLR staffers will be bringing community members, funders, and nonprofit employees from Win...

City Selects Youth and Gang Violence Prevention Coordinator

The role is a new position for the City, as part of the effort to comprehensively address and reduce youth and gang violence and increase public safety.

The City of Roanoke announces the selection of Christopher Roberts as Youth and Gang Violence Preventio...

City Continues Acting Upon Comprehensive Gun Violence Prevention Framework

This multifaceted public safety approach focuses on law enforcement, prevention, intervention, and justice as a community-wide effort.

The City of Roanoke continues acting upon its Comprehensive Gun Violence Prevention Framework, which focuses on the commu...

Roanoke’s Star City Reads Program Wins VML Innovation Award

On Sept.14, 2021, the Virginia Municipal League (VML) announced the winners of its 2021 Innovation Awards, which spotlight excellence in local government. The statewide competition annually recognizes innovative problem-solving, excellence in management, ...

Notice of Meeting of Hotel Roanoke Conference Center Commission

The Hotel Roanoke Conference Center Commission shall hold a meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021, at 1 p.m., in the Jefferson Board Room of the Conference Center of Roanoke.  Meeting agenda and written materials can be requested from the Executiv...

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board to Meet Sept. 28

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will conduct a meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 28, at the upper shelter in Fishburn Park. This meeting, as always, is open to the public. 

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board:

• advises the City&...

Gun Violence Prevention Commission to Meet Sept. 14

The Gun Violence Prevention Commission will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2021, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the City Council Conference Room, 4th Floor South, at the Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building, 215 Church Ave. SW.  Click here to ...

City of Roanoke to Invest $2.3 Million in Park System

The initiative marks the single largest and most diverse investment in the park system’s infrastructure in the past 20 years

The Department of Parks and Recreation is set to invest more than $2.3 million in the park system, with an emphasis on deferred mai...

Mill Mountain Advisory Board Will Not Meet in September

The regular meeting of the Mill Mountain Advisory Board will not be held in September. The next meeting is scheduled for Nov. 10 at 4 p.m. in the Mill Mountain Discovery Center, 2000 L.B. Fishburn Parkway SW.  The Mill Mountain Advisory Board act...

Roanoke Selects Waldron as Community Engagement Manager

The City of Roanoke has named Lauren H. Waldron as its new Community Engagement Manager, effective Aug. 30. In this role, she will manage the function of the Office of Community Engagement, which includes citizen engagement, public communications, neighbo...

Solid Waste Collection Schedule Changes for Labor Day Week

City offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 6, 2021, for the Labor Day holiday.   As a result, the following schedule will be in effect for collection of trash, bulk, brush and "B" week single-stream recycling during that week.

Resident...

City of Roanoke to Celebrate Welcoming Week

The week of Sept. 10-19, the City of Roanoke will host its 4^th annual Welcoming Week, along with many local partners. Under the theme “Belonging Begins With US,” the City will hold events including:

• Friday, 9/10—Kick-off event...

City Prepares for Impact of Hurricane Ida Remnants

The City of Roanoke, in working with our local partners, has pre-set barricades near street locations that are considered at-risk, from the remnants of Hurricane Ida that are expected to pass through our area over the next 28 hours. The entire region rema...

Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board to Meet

The Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board will meet in-person at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 2, in the City Council Chamber at the Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building, 215 Church Ave. SW.

Citizens wishing to comment on the work of the Equity and Empowerment...

Advisory Panel Seeks Community Input Regarding Use of American Rescue Plan Act Funds

The City of Roanoke will receive $64.5 million in Federal assistance through the American Rescue Plan Act.  The funds are to be used to assist the community in its response to and recovery from the impacts of COVID-19.  Specifically, the...

Star City Strong Recovery and Resiliency Advisory Panel to Hold Meeting, Public Hearing

The Star City Strong Recovery and Resiliency Advisory Panel will meet on Wednesday, Aug. 25, at 6 p.m. at Berglund Center to develop a draft of recommendations for use of the $64.5 million in funds received by the City through the American Rescue Plan Act...

City to Offer Training for Neighborhood Organizations

This fall, the City will offer “Taking Your Organization to The Next Level,” a free training course led by Program Consultant Steve Hixon, designed to help neighborhood associations learn leadership development and skills to increase their group participa...

Youth Services Citizen Board to Meet in August

The Youth Services Citizen Board will meet on Monday, Aug. 23, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. at the Gainsboro Branch Library, located at 15 Patton Ave. NW.  To view the agenda click here.  For more information, please contact Angie O'Brien ...

Financial Empowerment Center Celebrates One Year Since Launch

The Roanoke Financial Empowerment Center, a program of the City of Roanoke in partnership with Freedom First Enterprises and the national nonprofit Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund (CFE Fund), has helped Roanoke area residents reduce more th...

I-581 Traffic Northbound from Colonial Avenue to Franklin Road to Shut Down Temporarily

Starting at 5 p.m. today, Aug. 18, 2021, all Northbound lanes on I-581 between Colonial Avenue and Franklin Road will be closed for approximately an hour to mitigate a motor vehicle crash that has blocked the two far right lanes. The City's Hazar...

Star City Strong Recovery and Resiliency Advisory Panel to Hold Fourth Meeting

On Wednesday, Aug. 18, 2021, the Star City Strong Recovery and Resiliency Advisory Panel will hold its fourth meeting regarding the expenditure of $64.5 million in funds received by the City through the American Rescue Plan Act. The meeting, which will be...

Belmont/Fallon Target Area Stakeholders Meeting to Be Held Aug. 10

The next meeting of the Belmont/Fallon Target Area Stakeholders and Southeast Action Forum is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 10.  Please note that the meetings have moved to a new location, Belmont Christian Church, located at 1101 Jamison Ave SE, a...

Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board to Meet on Aug. 5

The Roanoke Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board will meet on Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. in the EOC Conference Room 159, at the Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building, 215 Church Ave. SW. The Board members will meet in-person.  Click here t...

Administrative Phone Lines Restored at Roanoke E-911 Center

The City of Roanoke E-911 Center reports that the malfunction in the E-911 Center electrical room experienced on Aug. 2 has been resolved. As a result, administrative phone lines have been restored and citizens may resume using 540-853-2411 as the phone n...

13th St SE Street Closure

ROANOKE, VA – Gas line relocations begin on Monday, August 9, for 13th St SE between Tazewell Ave and Wise Ave. During construction, 13th St will be closed, and traffic detoured to adjacent streets. Plan for increased commute times while traveli...

City, Star City Strong Recovery and Resiliency Advisory Panel Seek Citizen Input

The City of Roanoke and the Star City Strong Recovery and Resiliency Advisory Panel are seeking input from residents about the City's recovery efforts and use of funds from the American Rescue Plan Act. The panel will make recommendations to the ...

Roanoke E-911 Center Establishes Different Dedicated Phone Number for Alarm Monitoring Companies

Due to issues with the City of Roanoke E-911 Center's administrative phone lines, a different dedicated phone number has been temporarily established for alarm monitoring companies to contact the E-911 Center.  Please dial 540-853-5853 t...

Roanoke E-911 Center Temporarily Alters Non-Emergency Phone Number

Due to a malfunction in one of the electrical rooms, the City of Roanoke E-911 Center is experiencing issues with their administrative phone lines. For all non-emergency calls, citizens may dial 853-2270. The E-911 Center is still able to receive 911 call...

Star City Strong Recovery and Resiliency Advisory Panel to Hold Second Meeting

The Star City Strong Recovery and Resiliency Advisory Panel will hold the second meeting regarding the expenditure of $64.5 million in funds received by the City through the American Rescue Plan Act. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 4...

Help the City Reimagine Recreation

Ten minutes is all it takes to help reimagine recreation in the City of Roanoke. More indoor gym space? A splash pad? Options for childcare at facilities? Here’s your chance to let us know what changes you’d like to see. The Reimagine ...

City Receives Department of Criminal Justice Services Grants to Reduce Gun Violence

The Department of Criminal Justice Services has awarded the City of Roanoke two grants. The first is a $25,000 grant to complete a Youth and Gang Violence Community Assessment, which will begin soon and be concluded by the end of the year. This assessment...

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board to Meet in July

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will conduct a meeting on Tuesday, July 20, 5:30-7 p.m., in Horton Park. This meeting, as always, is open to the public. 

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board:

• advises the City’s professional sta...

Roanoke, Greenway Commission, City of Salem to Host Barnhardt Creek Bridge Ceremony

Roanoke Parks and Recreation, in conjunction with the Roanoke Valley Greenway Commission and the City of Salem, is hosting a ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremony for the new Barnhardt Creek Bridge and donor plaza. The ceremony will be held on Tuesday, J...

Help the City of Roanoke Support the Community in Recovering from COVID-19

The City of Roanoke is seeking applications from those interested in serving on the Star City Strong Recovery and Resiliency Advisory Panel.  This panel will make recommendations to the City Council regarding the expenditure of $64.5 million in f...

VDH Partners With City to Offer Vaccine Opportunities at Library Branches

Between July 20 and Sept. 8, the Virginia Department of Health will offer residents the opportunity to receive the COVID-19 Pfizer vaccine free at selected Roanoke Public Library branches. Walk-ins are welcome, or you can reserve your dose by making an ap...

Gun Violence Prevention Commission to Meet July 13

The Gun Violence Prevention Commission will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 13, 2021, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building South EOC, Room 159, at 215 Church Ave. SW, Roanoke, VA 24011. 

If you...

Notice of Meeting of Hotel Roanoke Conference Center Commission

The Hotel Roanoke Conference Center Commission shall hold a meeting on Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at 1:00 p.m.  This meeting shall take place in the Jefferson Board Room of the Conference Center of Roanoke.

Meeting agenda and written materials can ...

Melrose Avenue Streetscape Improvement Project to Begin July 19

The City of Roanoke has executed a contract with E.C. Pace Company, Inc. to construct the Melrose Avenue Streetscape Improvement Project. Construction work will begin July 19, 2021, and will be performed in the 2200 and 2300 blocks of Melrose Avenue. Impr...

City to Refund Parking Citations Issued in Error

July Meeting Scheduled for Southeast Action Forum, Belmont-Fallon Target Area Stakeholders

The next meeting of Southeast Action Forum and stakeholders of the Belmont-Fallon Target Area is scheduled for Tuesday, July 13, at 6 p.m. at the Salvation Army, located at 724 Dale Ave. SE.  Agenda items include updates from Restoration Housing ...

Take the Reimagine Roanoke Survey

Make sure you are checking your mailbox—there’s a chance you were one of the random City residents chosen to complete the Reimagine Recreation statistically valid survey! This survey asks questions about what residents would like to se...

July is Park and Recreation Month

Roanoke Parks and Recreation is celebrating Park and Recreation Month in July and has planned several free events open to the public. From free movies in City parks, a community float, yoga in the park, and greenway clean-ups, there is an activity near yo...

Roanoke Partners with NLC to Help Build Equitable Economic Mobility for All Roanoke Residents

The City of Roanoke announces its selection to the Equitable Economic Mobility Initiative (EEMI), a 15-month technical assistance and grant project led by the National League of Cities (NLC) aimed at boosting economic mobility for residents while addressi...

Solid Waste Collection Schedule Changes for Week of July 5

City offices will be closed Monday, July 5, 2021, to observe the Independence Day holiday.  As a result, the following schedule will be in effect for collection of trash, bulk items, and recycling during that week.

Residential/Commercial:

All resid...

Roanoke Police Department’s Accreditation Assessment Team Invites Public Comment

The Roanoke Police Department is scheduled for a virtual on-site assessment as part of a program to achieve accreditation by verifying it meets professional standards.  Administered by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies,...

City to Display 2021 Fireworks on July 3

The City will conduct its 2021 fireworks display on Saturday, July 3, at 9 p.m. over the fields at River’s Edge North. The display will occur one day early this year in an effort to give first responders and public safety officers the opportunit...

Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board to Meet on July 1

The Roanoke Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board will meet on Thursday, July 1, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. in the EOC Conference Room 159, at the Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building, 215 Church Ave. SW. The Board members will meet in-person. Click this link to see...

City to Hold Public Hearing to Receive, Appropriate ARPA Funding

A public hearing will be held on Wednesday, June 30, 2021, at 11:30 a.m., during a special meeting of Roanoke City Council to allow the City of Roanoke to receive and appropriate funding in the amount of $64,576,671 in Fiscal Recovery Funds awarded by the...

USDA Summer Food Service Program Begins in Roanoke

Roanoke Parks and Recreation will be serving meals to children 18 and under as part of the USDA Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin...

Youth Services Citizen Board to Meet in June

The Youth Services Citizen Board will meet on Monday, June 28, 2021, at 4:30 p.m., via Zoom.  The meeting will be recorded and available for the public to view on the City’s YouTube Channel afterward. To view the agenda click here.

For m...

Gun Violence Prevention Commission Work Groups to Meet on Friday

The Gun Violence Prevention Commission Work Groups will hold a meeting this Friday, June 25, 2021, at 10 a.m. via Zoom. The meeting will not be livestreamed on Facebook, but it will be recorded and uploaded to the City’s YouTube Channel. Click t...

City Selects Nelson as Economic Development Department Director

Marc B. Nelson has been named Director of the Economic Development Department for the City of Roanoke, effective July 13, 2021. His selection was part of a national search, which yielded 40 applications for the position.Nelson holds an MPA from the Univer...

Colonial Avenue Re-Opened to Vehicular Traffic

The section of Colonial Avenue from Winding Way to Robyn Road affected by the gas leak this morning, Monday, June 21, has been re-opened to vehicular traffic. Roanoke Fire-EMS has concluded their work with Roanoke Gas Co., and the area has been turned ove...

Section of Colonial Avenue Temporarily Closed

The City of Roanoke has temporarily closed the section of Colonial Avenue from Winding Way to Robyn Road today, Monday, June 21, due to a gas leak that resulted from an ongoing construction project. The road will be closed until further notice so that the...

City Offices Closed on June 18 in Observance of Juneteenth Holiday

City of Roanoke offices will be closed on Friday, June 18, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”) marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to take control of the s...

Citizens May Participate in June 21 City Council Sessions By Phone, Email

Due to the recent increase and severity in COVID-19 cases in the City of Roanoke, out of an abundance of caution, the Roanoke City Council has determined that temporary changes are necessary for the upcoming 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. sessions on June 21, 2021. &a...

Roanoke Public Libraries Re-Opens Newly Renovated Gainsboro Branch

On Tuesday, June 15, Roanoke Public Libraries held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to re-open the newly renovated Gainsboro Branch Library. This renovation represents the City’s continued commitment to support the Library’s Master Plan to update and expand neig...

LEAP Launches Solarize Virginia to Make Residential Solar More Accessible to Homeowners

The Solarize Virginia program launches June 15 and goes to Aug. 30 in the Roanoke, Salem, and Blacksburg areas. 

Adding solar power to your home is easier and more affordable than ever, thanks to Solarize Virginia, a program that reduces the cost ...

City to Conclude Re-Opening Facilities to the Public

Based upon the current vaccination rate for the adult population in Roanoke exceeding 50%, and current guidance from the CDC and Governor Northam, all City libraries and recreation centers will fully open on Tuesday, June 15. In addition, on that date Wil...

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board to Meet in June

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will conduct a virtual meeting on Tuesday, June 15, 5:30-7 p.m., via Zoom.  This meeting, as always, is open to the public. If you are interested in attending, click this link to participate on Zoom.

The Par...

Roanoke Public Libraries Receive More Than 41,000 Books

Roanoke Public Libraries announce that they have received a substantial donation of children's books from the Soho Center. Soho's READ and READY! donation comprises a total of 41,778 books valued at $538,000. "We are thrilled to re...

Gun Violence Prevention Commission to Meet on June 8

The Gun Violence Prevention Commission, as appointed by Roanoke City Council, will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 8, 2021, at 5:45 p.m. Members of the Gun Violence Prevention Commission will attend the meeting virtually via Zoom. The me...

Citizens May Participate in June 7 City Council Session By Phone, Email

Due to the recent increase and severity in COVID-19 cases in the City of Roanoke, out of an abundance of caution, the Roanoke City Council has determined that temporary changes are necessary for the upcoming sessions on June 7, 2021.  Roanoke Cit...

Star to Remain Illuminated Overnight Saturday for IRONMAN Triathlon

Roanokers take great pride in the 100-foot, man-made Star perched atop Mill Mountain. With people from all over the Country visiting the Roanoke area this weekend for the 2021 Carilion Clinic IRONMAN 70.3 Virginia’s Blue Ridge triathlon, the Cit...

Parks and Recreation Celebrates Re-Opening of City Pools

Roanoke Parks and Recreation, in conjunction with Fishwick and Associates, held an event today (June 3) at Washington Park Pool to celebrate the re-opening of the City’s pools in Washington Park and Fallon Park this summer. Representatives from ...

Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board to Conduct Public Hearing

On Thursday, June 3, at 6:30 p.m., the Roanoke Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board will conduct a public hearing by electronic communication means to receive comments from the community regarding the work of the Board.  The Board has been appoi...

Solid Waste Collection Schedule Changes for Memorial Day Week

City offices will be closed on Monday, May 31, 2021 for the Memorial Day holiday.   As a result, the following schedule will be in effect for collection of trash, bulk, brush and "B" week single-stream recycling during that week.

Residen...

City to Implement Safety Improvements Along Brandon Avenue

Consistent with the City’s Complete Streets Policy, the Transportation Division has worked to develop a Safety Improvements project along Brandon Avenue. As part of the FY21 Annual Paving Program, Brandon Avenue, between Colonial and Brambleton ...

Gun Violence Prevention Commission Announces Mini-Grant Awards

The Gun Violence Prevention Commission met on May 25 to consider mini-grant applications submitted by local non-profit and faith-based organizations for activities designed for prevention and intervention of gun violence in our community. The commission r...

Youth Services Citizen Board to Meet May 24

The Youth Services Citizen Board will meet on Monday, May 24, 2021, at 4:30 p.m., via Zoom.  The meeting will be recorded and posted on the City’s YouTube Channel.  Members of the public wishing to attend via Zoom should contac...

City Council to Hold Public Hearing on the Recommended FY2022 Budget, Proposed Real Property Tax

Roanoke City Council will hold a public hearing on the Recommended FY2022 Budget and the Proposed Real Property Tax on Monday, May 24, beginning at 7 p.m., in the Council Chamber. The General Fund budget includes revenues and expenditures totaling $307,63...

Gun Violence Prevention Commission to Hold Special Meeting

A special meeting of the Gun Violence Prevention Commission will be held on Tuesday, May 25, 2021, at 5:45 p.m. via Zoom to consider mini-grant applications submitted by local non-profit and faith-based organizations for activities designed for prevention...

Parks and Recreation Department Announces Upcoming Project

In June 2021, Roanoke’s Parks and Recreation Department will begin work on the conversion of the tennis courts in Washington Park to create basketball courts. This project is being done as part of the Washington Park Master Plan approved in 2008...

Roanoke to Recognize National Public Works Week

The week of May 16–22, 2021, is National Public Works Week. Sponsored by the American Public Works Association/Canadian Public Works Association, this special week invites APWA members to expresses their appreciation for the public works profess...

Citizens May Participate in May 17 City Council Sessions By Phone, Email

Due to the recent increase and severity in COVID-19 cases in the City of Roanoke, out of an abundance of caution, the Roanoke City Council has determined that temporary changes are necessary for the upcoming 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. sessions on May 17, 2021. &am...

Notice of Remote Meeting of Hotel Roanoke Conference Center Commission

NOTICE OF REMOTE MEETING OF HOTEL ROANOKE

CONFERENCE CENTER COMMISSION

The Hotel Roanoke Conference Center Commission shall hold a meeting on May 26, 2021, at 1 p.m. by electronic means. Commissioners may participate from various remote locations via videoc...

Gun Violence Prevention Commission to Make Available Mini-Grants

The Gun Violence Prevention Commission is making available $65,000 to local non-profit and faith-based organizations for activities designed for prevention and intervention of gun violence in our community. The Commission is primarily interested in progra...

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board to Meet in May

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will conduct a virtual meeting on Tuesday, May 18, 5:30-7 p.m., via Zoom.  This meeting, as always, is open to the public. If you are interested in attending, click this link to participate on Zoom.

The Park...

Notice of Public Meeting of the Hotel Roanoke Conference Center Commission

NOTICE OF MEETING OF HOTEL ROANOKE CONFERENCE CENTER COMMISSION

The Hotel Roanoke Conference Center Commission shall hold a meeting on May 13, 2021, from 8:45 p.m. to 9:15 p.m.

Copies of the Agenda for this meeting and written materials to be considered the...

Mill Mountain Advisory Board Will Not Meet in May

The regular meeting of the Mill Mountain Advisory Board will not be held in May. The next meeting is scheduled for July 14 at 4 p.m., at Mill Mountain Discovery Center, 2000 L.B. Fishburn Parkway S.W.  The Mill Mountain Advisory Board acts in an ...

Roanoke Public Library Advisory Board to Hold Monthly Meeting in May

MEETING OF THE ROANOKE PUBLIC LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD

THURSDAY, MAY 13, 8:30 A.M.

PARTICIPATION BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS PURSUANT TO

AMENDMENT 28 TO HB 29 (STATE BUDGET,CHAPTER 1283, LAWS OF 2020, SECTION 401.01 (g), SECTION 2.2-3708.2 (A), CODE OF VIRGIN...

City to Refund Parking Citations Issued in Error

Defined Contribution Board of the City of Roanoke to Hold Quarterly Meeting

The Defined Contribution Board, as appointed by City Council and established under Chapter 22.3, Section 22.3-78 of City Code, which administers the defined contribution plan components of the City of Roanoke Pension Plan and the City’s IRC &...

Gun Violence Prevention Commission to Meet on May 11

The Gun Violence Prevention Commission, as appointed by Roanoke City Council, will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 11, 2021, at 5:45 p.m. Members of the Gun Violence Prevention Commission will attend the meeting virtually via Zoom. The me...

City Invests in Future and Saves $0.539 million

On April 27, 2021, the City of Roanoke successfully sold $64.165 million in General Obligation and Refunding Bonds, of which $22.05 million was for new capital projects, $33.24 million was to take out an existing bond anticipation note, and $8.875 million...

City to Conduct Website Survey

We Need Your Input!

The City of Roanoke is in the process of redesigning its website to make it more user-friendly and efficient. To help us understand how Roanoke’s community members currently use the website and what features are desired, a&...

City to Celebrate 'Kids to Parks Day' May 15

This year, Roanoke Parks and Recreation will celebrate National "Kids to Parks Day" with a scavenger hunt like no other! This hunt can be completed in any City of Roanoke playground on Saturday, May 15, between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Not only will th...

Citizens May Participate in May 3 City Council Session By Phone, Email

Due to the recent increase and severity in COVID-19 cases in the City of Roanoke, out of an abundance of caution, the Roanoke City Council has determined that temporary changes are necessary for the upcoming sessions on May 3, 2021.  Roanoke City...

Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board to Meet on May 6

The Roanoke Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board will meet virtually via Zoom on Thursday, May 6, 2021, at 6:30 p.m.  The public may view the meeting live on the City's Facebook Page or watch a recording of the meeting later on the City...

Pension Investment Committee of the City of Roanoke Pension Plan to Hold Quarterly Meeting

The Pension Investment Committee of the City of Roanoke Pension Plan, as appointed by the Board of Trustees established under Chapter 22.3, Section 22.3-2 of City Code, which administers the City of Roanoke Pension Plan for employees of the City and any p...

Roanoke Recognized for Supporting Early School Success During COVID-19 Pandemic

The Campaign for Grade-Level Reading announced this week that it has named Roanoke, Virginia and its Star City Reads initiative a 2021 Bright Spot community for its responses to the COVID-19 crisis last year. Specifically, CLGR is highlighting communities...

Statement on Recent Violence in Roanoke

From Mayor Sherman Lea, the Roanoke City Council, and the Gun Violence Prevention Commission

This past Monday, our City experienced several acts of gun violence that have left us saddened and grieving. Three youth were injured, in two separate incidents, a...

Catchy Jingles Capture Spirit of Roanoke Cigarette Butt Campaign

If it’s in the streets, it’s in our streams.

The City of Roanoke’s Stormwater Utility, Clean Valley Council, Downtown Roanoke Inc., the Roanoke Arts Commission, Keep Virginia Beautiful, and the Solid Waste Management Division ...

Youth Services Citizen Board to Meet

The Youth Services Citizen Board, as appointed by Roanoke City Council, will hold its regular monthly meeting on Monday, April 26, 2021, at 4:30 p.m. Members of the Youth Services Citizen Board will attend the meeting virtually via Zoom. The meeting will ...

Grier Named Roanoke’s Deputy City Manager

Clarence G. Grier has been named Deputy City Manager for the City of Roanoke.  Following the retirement of Deputy City Manager Sherman Stovall in June 2021, Grier will assume the responsibility of managing and directing City departments, public s...

Roanoke City & Alleghany Health Districts Announce COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics This Week

The Roanoke City & Alleghany Health Districts have announced COVID-19 vaccine clinics for first doses in Roanoke this week:

•  Click here to schedule for Tuesday, April 20 - Berglund Center - Pfizer  -- WALK-INS WELCOME 11 a.m....

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board to Meet in April

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will conduct a virtual meeting on Tuesday, April 20, 2021, 5:30-7 p.m., via Zoom.  This meeting, as always, is open to the public. If you are interested in attending, click this link to participate on Zoom....

Citizens May Participate in April 19 City Council Sessions By Phone, Email

Due to the recent increase and severity in COVID-19 cases in the City of Roanoke, out of an abundance of caution, the Roanoke City Council has determined that temporary changes are necessary for the upcoming 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. sessions on April 19, 2021. &...

Roanoke Parks and Recreation to Seek Citizen Input on Facility Improvements

Roanoke’s Parks and Recreation Department is asking residents to help reimagine recreation facilities in the City. On Thursday, April 22, at 6 p.m., the Department will host a virtual community meeting regarding outdated recreation facilities to...

Roanoke Public Library Advisory Board to Hold Monthly Meeting in April

MEETING OF THE ROANOKE PUBLIC LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD

THURSDAY, APRIL 15, 8:30 A.M.

PARTICIPATION BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS PURSUANT TO

AMENDMENT 28 TO HB 29 (STATE BUDGET,CHAPTER 1283, LAWS OF 2020, SECTION 401.01 (g), SECTION 2.2-3708.2 (A), CODE OF VIRG...

Gun Violence Prevention Commission to Meet on April 13

On Tuesday, April 13, 2021, at 5:30 p.m., the City of Roanoke will host the first meeting of the Gun Violence Prevention Commission. The agenda can be found here. The meeting will be hosted via Zoom. The public may view the meeting "live" on the...

City to Observe National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week 2021

The City of Roanoke will celebrate National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, April 11-17, to honor the men and women who serve as public safety communications officers in its E-911 Center.  The City will recognize its dispatchers with variou...

City Announces 2021 Neighborhood Partnership Awards Winners

At the April 5, 2021 City Council meeting, City officials recognized the winners of the 2021 Neighborhood Partnership Awards Program, honoring the outstanding contributions, excellence, and accomplishments achieved by neighborhood organizations and civic ...

Citizens May Participate in April 5 City Council Session By Phone, Email

Due to the recent increase and severity in COVID-19 cases in the City of Roanoke, out of an abundance of caution, the Roanoke City Council has determined that temporary changes are necessary for the upcoming sessions on April 5, 2021.  Roanoke Ci...

City Partners with Local Agencies to Bring Awareness to Child Abuse Prevention Month

The City of Roanoke’s Human/Social Services Department is partnering with Children's Trust, Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare, Total Action for Progress (TAP), Prevent Child Abuse Virginia, and the Virginia Coalition for Child Abuse Prev...

Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board to Meet April 1

The Roanoke Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board will meet virtually via Zoom on Thursday, April 1, 2021, at 6:30 p.m.  The public may view the meeting live on the City's Facebook Page or watch a recording of the meeting later on the Ci...

Johnson Hired as Neighborhood Services Coordinator

The Office of Community Engagement announces that Josh Johnson will fill the position of Neighborhood Services Coordinator, effective March 25, 2021. His selection was the result of an extensive search that resulted in 32 applicants for the position. Josh...

City of Roanoke Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board to Hold Special Meeting

DEFINING EQUITY

Roanoke will not reach its full potential as a community unless each citizen has the opportunity to reach their full potential. Equity involves the fair distribution of investments and services and the removal of institutional or structural...

Bank On Wellness Series Continues

Bank On Roanoke Valley announces the next round of its Bank On Financial Wellness Series beginning in April 2021. In this series, Bank On Roanoke Valley rewards hard work and commitment through perks that are tailored to each participant’s self-...

Statement from the Office of Mayor Sherman P. Lea, Sr.

Statement from the Office of Mayor Sherman P. Lea, Sr. Wednesday, March 17, 2021

This morning I learned of a situation that occurred overnight in the Atlanta, Georgia: A series of shootings killing eight people, some of whom were of Asian descent. These dea...

City Council Adopts Changes to City Code Regarding Parking

PARK Roanoke wishes to bring attention to the fact that there have been recent changes to the City Code of Roanoke-Parking. These changes were adopted by Roanoke City Council on March 15, 2021, and go into effect on April 1, 2021. 

Sec. 20-67. - P...

Police Department Invites Community Input

The Roanoke Police Department wants to hear from its community partners. The Department is committed to providing excellent service, whether it is on a call for service or at a community meeting. By participating in this survey, you can help us better und...

Roanoke Public Library Advisory Board to Hold Monthly Meeting in March

MEETING OF THE ROANOKE PUBLIC LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD

THURSDAY, MARCH 18, 8:30 A.M.

PARTICIPATION BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS PURSUANT TO

AMENDMENT 28 TO HB 29 (STATE BUDGET,CHAPTER 1283, LAWS OF 2020, SECTION 401.01 (g), SECTION 2.2-3708.2 (A), CODE OF VIRG...

Citizens May Participate in March 15 City Council Sessions By Phone, Email

Due to the recent increase and severity in COVID-19 cases in the City of Roanoke, out of an abundance of caution, the Roanoke City Council has determined that temporary changes are necessary for the upcoming 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. sessions on March 15, 2021. &...

Notice of Remote Meeting of Hotel Roanoke Conference Center Commission

NOTICE OF REMOTE MEETING OF HOTEL ROANOKE

CONFERENCE CENTER COMMISSION

The Hotel Roanoke Conference Center Commission shall hold a meeting on March 24, 2021, at 1 p.m. by electronic means. Commissioners shall participate from various remote locations via vi...

Artists Needed for Melrose-Orange Bus Shelters

The City of Roanoke seeks artists to provide permanent works of art to be incorporated into four new bus shelters in the Melrose-Orange Target Area (MOTA). Proposals are due by 2 p.m. on April 12, 2021.  In partnership with Valley Metro, the City...

City to Hold March Budget Development Webinar

The City of Roanoke will conduct a series of Zoom webinars to share information with citizens about its annual Budget Development. Webinars will be conducted monthly through April, based upon the content of the presentations to City Council at their month...

City, RCAHD Collaborate with International Partners to Promote COVID-19 Vaccine

COVID-19 has affected Hispanic populations disproportionately in the United States and here in Roanoke. The City of Roanoke, along with other community partners, continue the pursuit of ways to inform specific portions of our community about the importanc...

Roanoke Libraries, Parks and Recreation Collaborate to Bring Story Walk to Roanoke

Roanoke Public Libraries and Roanoke Parks and Recreation are excited to bring a traveling Story Walk to the citizens of Roanoke. A traveling Story Walk is a fun way for families to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. Pages from a children's ...

City Partners with Freedom First to Bring CDBG-CV Grants to Local Microbusinesses

ln response to the economic hardships experienced by microbusinesses resulting from the COVlD-19 pandemic, the City of Roanoke, in partnership with Freedom First, has launched a small business relief grant program utilizing Community Development Block Gra...

Stormwater Utility Launches Campaign to Reduce Cigarette Butt Litter Downtown

If it’s in the streets, it’s in our streams

Beginning March 1, 2021, the City of Roanoke’s Stormwater Utility will launch a campaign to address the reduction of cigarette butt waste in the Central Business District. This campa...

Citizens May Participate in March 1 City Council Session By Phone, Email

Due to the recent increase and severity in COVID-19 cases in the City of Roanoke, out of an abundance of caution, the Roanoke City Council has determined that temporary changes are necessary for the upcoming sessions on March1, 2021.  Roanoke Cit...

City of Roanoke Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board to Conduct a Public Hearing March 4, 2021

The Roanoke Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board will virtually conduct a public hearing on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at 6:30pm to receive comments from the community regarding the work of the Board.  The Board has been appointed by the City Counc...

Valley Metro Continues Snow Bus Routes on Friday Morning

Valley Metro continues snow bus routes this morning, Friday, Feb. 19, 2021. However, all Valley Metro bus services will resume regular routes beginning at 10:15 a.m. today.  Smart Way and Smart Way Express have returned to their regular schedules...

City of Roanoke Municipal Offices Closed on Thursday Due to Weather

City of Roanoke Municipal Facilities will be closed, Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021, due to inclement weather.  The City will use its website and MyRoanoke email notification system to share any updates on its response to winter weather events, as well ...

City Opens Online Applications for CARES Act Funding

Online applications are now open for the next round of CARES Act Funding in 2021, through the City’s Community Development Block Grant Program. Funds may be used to address homelessness, human services, or economic development initiatives directly associa...

Curbside Services at Roanoke Public Library Branches Suspended on Thursday

Curbside services at all Roanoke Public Library branches throughout the City are suspended  today, Feb. 18, 2021, due to weather conditions. Curbside service will resume on Friday, Feb. 19, weather permitting.

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Solid Waste Collection Suspended on Thursday, Feb. 18

Due to winter weather conditions, Solid Waste Collection for City residents will be suspended on Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021.  Collection will resume on Friday, Feb. 19, as follows:

• Wednesday’s trash, “A” week single-stre...

Valley Metro to Suspend Smart Way Services, Operate on Snow Routes Due to Weather Forecast

In anticipation of the winter storm forecasted for the service area, Valley Metro has announced the Smart Way Commuter and Smart Way Express services will be suspended for Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021. Amtrak connections via the Smart Way Commuter are also sus...

NWS Announces Winter Storm Watch for Roanoke

The National Weather Service has announced the City of Roanoke is under a Winter Storm Watch, which is in effect from late Wednesday night through Thursday evening. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches and ice accumulations of 1/4" to 1/2" ...

City of Roanoke to Host 'Roanoke Valley Saves Week' as Part of 'America Saves Week 2021'

Promoting automatic savings to help people reach their financial goals

As part of "America Saves Week 2021," scheduled for Feb. 22–26, the City of Roanoke is encouraging the Roanoke Valley community to take a moment to focus on the impo...

Citizens May Participate in Feb. 16 City Council Sessions By Phone, Email

Due to the recent increase and severity in COVID-19 cases in the City of Roanoke, out of an abundance of caution, the Roanoke City Council has determined that temporary changes are necessary for the upcoming 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. sessions on Feb. 16, 2021. &a...

Roanoke Public Library Advisory Board to Hold Monthly Meeting in February

MEETING OF THE ROANOKE PUBLIC LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 8:30 A.M.

PARTICIPATION BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS PURSUANT TO

AMENDMENT 28 TO HB 29 (STATE BUDGET,CHAPTER 1283, LAWS OF 2020, SECTION 401.01 (g), SECTION 2.2-3708.2 (A), CODE OF V...

Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board Seeks Committee Members

Roanoke City Council established the Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board to advance the City's efforts to promote equity and empower its residents. The work of the Board is guided by provisions of Roanoke’s Comprehensive Plan, City Pl...

Solid Waste Collection Schedule Changes for Presidents Day Week

City offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 15, 2021, for the Presidents Day holiday.   As a result, the following schedule will be in effect for collection of trash, bulk, brush, and “A” week single-stream recycling during th...

City Launches Crystal Spring EBranch

On Monday, Feb. 8, the City of Roanoke held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new Crystal Spring EBranch. Located at 229 Crystal Spring Ave., the EBranch is Roanoke's first 24-hour, 7-day-a-week library. This new library service point is the culm...

Defined Contribution Board of the City of Roanoke to Hold Quarterly Meeting

The Defined Contribution Board, as appointed by City Council and established under Chapter 22.3, Section 22.3-78 of City Code, which administers the defined contribution plan components of the City of Roanoke Pension Plan and the City’s IRC &...

Blue Hills Communications Center Earns APWA Recognition

The City of Roanoke and VA811 announce that the American Public Works Association (APWA) Mid-Atlantic Chapter has selected the Blue Hills Communications Center project to receive an Honorable Mention for the 2021 APWA Mid-Atlantic Chapter’s Project of the...

Municipal Offices to Open One Hour Late on Monday, Feb. 1

Due to snow conditions, Municipal Offices will open one hour late, at 9 a.m., on Monday, Feb. 1.  This delayed opening does not impact the Oliver Hill Justice Center (Courthouse).

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Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection to Hold Quarterly Executive Meeting

The Executive Board of the Center for Animal Care and Protection, as created by an internal service agreement between the City and County of Roanoke, the County of Botetourt, and the Town of Vinton, will hold its regular quarterly meeting at 11 a.m. on We...

Arts Collaboration to Release “We Are Art” Rap Cypher

A collaboration of the Roanoke Public Libraries, the Roanoke Arts Commission, the Grandin Theatre, and the Feeding Southwest Virginia Community Solutions Center has led to the creation of the “We Are Art” rap cypher. The film will be released on Feb. 5, a...

Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board to Meet in February

On Thursday, Feb. 4, at 6:30 p.m., the City of Roanoke will host its second Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board Meeting. The meeting will be hosted via Zoom and will be recorded and shared on the Equity and Empowerment webpage. Due to the recent increas...

Pension Investment Committee of the City of Roanoke Pension Plan to Hold Quarterly Meeting

The Pension Investment Committee of the City of Roanoke Pension Plan, as appointed by the Board of Trustees established under Chapter 22.3, Section 22.3-2 of City Code, which administers the City of Roanoke Pension Plan for employees of the City and any p...

Citizens May Participate in Feb. 1 City Council Session By Phone, Email

Due to the recent increase and severity in COVID-19 cases in the City of Roanoke, out of an abundance of caution, the Roanoke City Council has determined that temporary changes are necessary for the upcoming sessions on Feb.1, 2021.  Roanoke City...

Deadline to Offer Input on City’s Strategic Plan is Friday, Noon

The City of Roanoke is working on its 2021-2022 Strategic Plan, which focuses on the City's seven priorities: Education, Community Safety, Human Services, Infrastructure, Good Government, Livability and Economy. This Plan is a companion to the Ci...

City, Partners Team Up With NLC to Address Root Causes of Poor Health Through Community Partnerships

The City of Roanoke and its partners, Carilion Clinic and United Way of Roanoke Valley, are proud to join an in-depth learning network led by the National League of Cities (NLC), in partnership with the Center to Advance Community Health & Equity (CAC...

City to Conduct Monthly Budget Development Webinars

The City of Roanoke will conduct a series of Zoom webinars to share information with citizens about its annual Budget Development. Webinars will be conducted monthly through April, based upon the content of the presentations to City Council at their month...

Roanoke Public Library Advisory Board to Hold Monthly Meeting in January

MEETING OF THE ROANOKE PUBLIC LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD

THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2021, 8:30 A.M.

PARTICIPATION BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS PURSUANT TO

AMENDMENT 28 TO HB 29 (STATE BUDGET,CHAPTER 1283, LAWS OF 2020, SECTION 401.01 (g), SECTION 2.2-3708.2 (A), CODE...

Citizens May Participate in Jan. 19 City Council Sessions By Phone, Email

Due to the recent increase and severity in COVID-19 cases in the City of Roanoke, out of an abundance of caution, the Roanoke City Council has determined that temporary changes are necessary for the upcoming 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. sessions on Jan. 19, 2021. &a...

Finance Board (OPEB) to Hold Quarterly Meeting

The Finance Board, created pursuant to the Code of Virginia Section 15.2-1547, Creation of local finance boards to manage the assets of postemployment benefits trust or equivalent arrangement, will hold its regular quarterly meeting at 11:30 a.m. on Frida...

Solid Waste Collection Schedule Changes for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday

City offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 18, 2021, for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday.  As a result, the following schedule will be in effect for collection of trash, bulk, brush, and “A” week single-stream rec...

Federal Paycheck Protection Program Reopens

Attention all businesses, the U.S. Small Business Administration has reopened the federal Paycheck Protection Program, the forgivable loan to help businesses survive during COVID-19. Applications must be submitted to a bank or other lender, not directly t...

Notice of Remote Meeting of Hotel Roanoke Conference Center Commission

NOTICE OF REMOTE MEETING OF HOTEL ROANOKE

CONFERENCE CENTER COMMISSION

The Hotel Roanoke Conference Center Commission shall hold a meeting on Jan. 20, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. by electronic means. Commissioners shall participate from various remote locations via ...

Board of Trustees of the City of Roanoke Pension Plan to Hold Quarterly Meeting

The Board of Trustees of the City of Roanoke Pension Plan, as appointed by City Council and established under Chapter 22.3, Section 22.3-2 of City Code, which administers the City of Roanoke Pension Plan for employees of the City and any participating emp...

Roanoke City and Alleghany Health District Provides Update on COVID-19 Vaccine Local Availability

The following information about availability of the COVID-19 vaccine was provided by the Roanoke City and Alleghany Health District (VDH):

We know the demand is great and we at the Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts (RCAHD) are working with our va...

City Postpones Public Hearing to Consider Ordinance Prohibiting Firearms on City Property

At the Jan. 4, 2021, meeting of Roanoke City Council, the Council approved the request for a public hearing to be held on Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021, at 7 p.m., to receive citizen input regarding City Council’s consideration of an ordinance prohibit...

Deadline Extended for Neighborhood Partnership Awards Nominations

The Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates (RNA) and Roanoke City Council have extended the application period for the 2020 Neighborhood Partnership Awards Program to Sunday, Jan. 31. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 restrictions, an in-person awards ceremony canno...

2021 Virtual Youth Summit to Be Held in January

Registration is open for the 2021 Virtual Youth Summit, which will be held on Jan. 16, 2021, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. This event is open to middle and high school students. Anyone who registers and participates will receive an UberEats gift card at the conclus...

Official Websites, Local Media Best Sources for COVID-19 Vaccine Information

Virginia is now in Phase 1a of the COVID-19 vaccine distribution with medical and EMS personnel receiving the vaccine, as well as some residents and staff in assisted living and nursing home settings. At this time, there is no established timeline for the...

Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board to Meet Jan. 7

On Thursday, Jan. 7, at 6:30 p.m., the City of Roanoke will host the first Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board Meeting. The agenda for the meeting may be found at this link: www.roanokeva.gov/equityandempowerment.  The meeting will be hosted vi...