City of Staunton

Composting & Plastic Recycling Updates: Less to the Landfill

The city announced two significant upgrades to the Staunton Recycling Center: dramatically expanded access to food scrap composting and a new co-mingled plastics recycling drop-off system.

SCU Applications Open Aug. 3

Staunton Citizen University (SCU) will return for its third consecutive year this fall. Applications for the popular 10-week program open on Monday, Aug. 3.

City Launches “Less to the Landfill” Initiative, Sets Goal to Reduce Trash Tonnage by 5%

Staunton is launching a new phase of sustainability initiatives this August, anchored by the “Less to the Landfill” campaign, a community-wide goal to reduce the city’s trash tonnage by 5 percent over the next year.

Activity Report: June 2026

Find out how long the Staunton Fire Department has been waiting for its new fire engines, and discover what U.S. Senator Tim Kaine was here to discuss, and which historic downtown building is being transformed into affordable senior housing. Get tunnel repair updates and summer reading numbers!

A Taste of Victory: Staunton in the Running for the South’s Best Culinary Town

Vote Now: Staunton’s vibrant, farm-to-table restaurant scene is serving up flavor that rivals destinations many times its size. That impressive culinary footprint has officially earned the city a spot as one of the Top 15 finalists for The Local Palate’s "Best Culinary Town in the South."

Retirement of Longtime Building Official John Glover; David Smithgall Named as Successor

After more than three decades of public service, Building Official John Glover has announced his retirement. The City of Staunton has appointed David Smithgall to succeed him, effective July 1, 2026.

Web Excellence Award: Economic Development

The City of Staunton’s Economic Development department has earned a prestigious international Web Excellence Award for its newly redesigned business portal, StauntonBusiness.com.

City of Staunton Schedules for the Fourth of July

In observance of the Fourth of July holiday, schedules for the City of Staunton offices and facilities will be modified on Friday, July 3.

Activity Report: May 2026

Learn about the grand opening of the brand-new Gypsy Hill Park Pool House and see how the newly launched Civic Access portal is making it easier than ever to apply for building permits . We also have the latest progress on the downtown tunnel repairs, which are moving ahead of schedule!

Tunnel Update: New Street Work to Begin in Late June

Work on the New Street tunnel sections will begin the week of June 29.

New Online Permitting Portal Launches

Staunton has officially launched Civic Access, a new interactive online portal designed to modernize and streamline the permitting process for residents and contractors.

Beverley Demonstration Project Launch: See You on Beverley!

The City of Staunton has officially launched a month-long, grant-funded demonstration project along East Beverley Street in Downtown Staunton.

GHP Pool House Ribbon-Cutting

Staunton officially celebrated the completion of the new Gypsy Hill Park Pool House Friday morning with a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony and public open house.

Weather Update: Gypsy Hill Park Pool House Celebration rescheduled for Friday, May 29

Staunton is ready for pool season, but chilly weather is postponing the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Gypsy Hill Park Pool House until Friday, May 29.

DiMeo Promoted to Deputy City Manager

City Manager Leslie Beauregard has announced the promotion of Amanda DiMeo to Deputy City Manager. She will serve in a dual capacity, retaining her current role as the Director of Economic Development.

Staunton Awarded $15,000 State Tourism Grant to Produce Digital Documentary Series Spotlighting Staunton’s Makers & Creatives

Staunton is set to showcase the passion and craftsmanship of its local artisan community through a new digital documentary series titled For the Love of, made possible by a $15,000 state grant.

Reimagine Beverley Street

City of Staunton invites visitors and residents to reimagine Beverley Street during month-long demonstration project in June.

City Celebrates 30th Tree City USA Recognition During Program’s Milestone 50th Anniversary Season

Staunton has been named a 2026 Tree City USA, marking the 30th consecutive year of recognition and commitment to the city's urban tree canopy.

Spring Paving Program Begins

The city's spring paving program has kicked off with work planned on numerous streets throughout the city over the next couple of months.

Flood Resilience Draft Plan Ready for Review

The draft Staunton Flood Resilience Plan is online and staff would appreciate your input. The plan is a roadmap to help the city better anticipate, prepare for, and recover from flooding events.