Posted on: April 14, 2021
Due to the pause on Johnson and Johnson vaccinations, the scheduled mobile vaccine clinics will be canceled until further notice.
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City Announcements
Posted on: April 14, 2021
Update from Central Virginia Waste Management Authority (CVWMA): Recycling normally collected on Red Tuesdays will be collected today, April 14. Please contact CVWMA if your recycling is not collected on Wednesday at 804-340-0900 or email custome...
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City Announcements
Posted on: April 12, 2021
How can I pre-register for the COVID-19 Vaccination in Petersburg?
Upcoming Vaccination Site
How do I contact the Crater Health District a...
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City Announcements
Posted on: April 3, 2021
Trash Collection Update (4/3/21): Trash collection in the City may still be delayed for some customers. Meridian Waste will resume collections on Monday, April 5. We apologize for the inconvenience to our residents.
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City Announcements
Posted on: April 2, 2021
TRASH COLLECTION UPDATE: Due to driver shortages with Meridian Waste, all Thurs/Fri trash routes in Petersburg will experience delayed collection. Crews will continue collections throughout 8pm on Fri, April 2nd and will continue on Sat, April 3rd until a...
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City Announcements
Posted on: March 22, 2021
Petersburg Receives Bond Rating Upgrade to “BBB+”; Outlook Remains ‘Positive’
Standard & Poor's (S&P) Global Ratings has raised its long-term rating and underlying rating (SPUR) on Petersbu...
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City Announcements
Posted on: March 15, 2021
Virginia Initiative for Employment Not Welfare
The Virginia Initiative for Employment Not Welfare (VIEW) offers the opportunity for recipients to achieve economic independence. Emphasis is on work first in conjunction with education and training when it ma...
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City Announcements
Posted on: March 15, 2021
The City of Petersburg Virtual Youth Summit will be held on Saturday, May 8, 2021, from 9:00am – 12:00pm. The Summit theme is “Making a Difference” and will offer breakout sessions focusing on Health, Career Exploration, Yout...
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City Announcements
Posted on: March 11, 2021
The City of Petersburg’s Economic Development Authority is requesting qualifications and proposals from qualified individuals and/or firms who wish to be considered for providing professional legal services on an “as needed” ...
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City Announcements
Posted on: February 22, 2021
CITY OF PETERSBURG STORM DEBRIS PICKUP (TREES AND BRUSH ONLY)
With the large volume of trees and debris left over due to the recent days of inclement weather, Petersburg General Services Crews will provide one round of debris pickup for trees and brush onl...
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City Announcements
Posted on: February 18, 2021
NEW UPDATE - TRANSIT: Due to rapidly declining road conditions, Petersburg Area Transit will now provide its last run at 1:15PM today - February 18, 2021. PAT prioritizes safety and will continue to assess the road conditions and provide updates for Febru...
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City Announcements
Posted on: February 18, 2021
TRANSIT UPDATE: In the interest of safety for staff, patrons, and the community, Petersburg Area Transit will provide its last run at 3:15 p.m. today ( February 18, 2021) due to icy road conditions.
The Richmond Express will complete its last ru...
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City Announcements
Posted on: February 18, 2021
Due to inclement weather and freezing temperatures, Petersburg City Government Offices will be closed on Thursday, February 18. The COVID-19 Vaccine hotline for Petersburg will also be closed on February 18th.
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City Announcements
Posted on: February 17, 2021
Petersburg Circuit Court will be closed on Thursday, February 18, 2021 due to inclement weather.
No jury for Friday, February 19, 2021.
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City Announcements
Posted on: February 17, 2021
City of Petersburg Announces Positive Fund Balance for Fiscal Year 2019-2020
The City of Petersburg has received Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) results for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-2020 with an overall unmodified opinion on the audit of...
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City Announcements
Posted on: February 8, 2021
City of Petersburg Government Offices Closed for George Washington Day
Petersburg City government offices will be closed on Monday, February 15th in observance of George Washington Day (Presidents’ Day).
Closed offices include: City Hall...
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City Announcements
Posted on: February 2, 2021
Ward 4 Meeting with Councilmember Charlie Cuthbert
Monday, March 1, 2021 - 5:00pm
Meeting ID: 931 8126 2429
Audio Only: 646-558-8656
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City Announcements
Posted on: February 1, 2021
City Council Meeting: February 2, 2021 - 12:00pm
Meeting ID:966 8078 5090
Audio Only: 646-558-8656
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City Announcements
Posted on: January 28, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccine Information - Petersburg, Virginia
Please be aware, there are NO mass vaccination clinics scheduled in Petersburg on Saturday, January 30, 2021.
The scheduled clinic is only open for individuals who have registered and have an appo...
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City Announcements
Posted on: January 21, 2021
In partnership with Petersburg City Public Schools, individual food packs may be picked up from the Vernon Johns Middle School gym at 1pm on Friday, January 22.
Food will be distributed on a first come, first served basis. This limited supply is ...
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City Announcements
Posted on: January 21, 2021
Governor Northam Announces Pharmaceutical Manufacturer Civica Inc. to Create 186 New Jobs in City of Petersburg
Company to invest $124.5 million to establish new facility adjacent to Phlow Corporation
PETERSBURG—Governor Ralph Northam has announce...
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City Announcements
Posted on: January 20, 2021
On January 19, 2021, the Petersburg Department of Neighborhood Services accompanied by engineering consultants and the City Attorney performed an inspection of the old Ramada Inn property at 380 E. Washington Street. The inspection, performed wi...
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City Announcements
Posted on: January 20, 2021
Due to system connection difficulties, January 2021 utility bills will now be due on Monday, February 8, 2021.
Please see below the due dates for future payments:
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City Announcements
Posted on: January 20, 2021
This application is now closed.
January 20, 2021 Update:
The deadline for utility assistance mail-in applications has been extended through 4:30 pm on Friday, January 29th. This extension is for mail-in applications only.
Mail-in applicat...
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City Announcements
Posted on: January 14, 2021
The Ward 6 Clean Up will begin at 9:00AM at Washington Street and Dunlop up to the Pepsi plant.
The City Area Clean-Up will begin at 9:30am at Washington Street Exit coming off of 95 south (at the Old Neptune Building).
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City Announcements
Posted on: January 12, 2021
City of Petersburg Government Offices Closed on Monday, January 18, 2021
City government offices will be closed on Monday, January 18th in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday.
Closed offices include: City Hall, Cit...
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City Announcements
Posted on: January 11, 2021
January 2021 Update:
The 2nd round of leaf collection will begin on January 25th and run through February 5th.
Street Operations will travel through all 7 wards of the City and pick up any remaining leaves during this second round.
Reside...
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City Announcements
Posted on: January 11, 2021
Due to delays in USPS mail delivery, the deadline for utility assistance mail-in applications has been extended through 4:30 pm on Friday, January 15th. This extension is for mail-in applications only. Mail-in applications should be submitted by mail or d...
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City Announcements
Posted on: January 10, 2021
Special City Council Meeting: January 11, 2021, 11:00am
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/96140069737
Meeting ID: 961 4006 9737
Audio Only: 646-558-8656
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City Announcements
Posted on: January 6, 2021
City of Petersburg Introduces New GIS Website
The Petersburg City Assessor’s Office is pleased to announce the implementation of a new GIS (Geographical Information System) website and an expanded offering of property information. The new website...
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City Announcements
Posted on: January 5, 2021
Veteran Fire Chief Selected to Lead the City of Petersburg’s Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Services
Petersburg City Manager has announced the selection of Mr. Scott Liebold to serve as the City’s next Interim Fire Chief. The Fire Chief wi...
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City Announcements
Posted on: January 5, 2021
Petersburg Office of Billing and Collections will be closed to the public on Friday January 8, 2021 for in-service training. Payments will still be accepted through the drop box and online by visiting www.petersburgva.gov and clicking 'Online Pay...
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City Announcements
Posted on: December 28, 2020
Christmas Tree Disposal Information in Petersburg -
Set live, undecorated Christmas trees at the curb with trash cart to be collected on your regular collection day. Remember, only 10 cubic yards of bulky waste, to include the tree, may be placed...
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City Announcements
Posted on: December 23, 2020
Petersburg Receives Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) panel has officially voted to award Petersburg with the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the FY 2020-2021 budget document. &...
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City Announcements
Posted on: December 22, 2020
Petersburg, VA Utility Assistance:
The City of Petersburg has been awarded federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) funds for municipality utility relief to eligible Petersburg, VA customers. These funds off...
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City Announcements
Posted on: December 18, 2020
Joint Law Enforcement Operation in Petersburg, Virginia
The Petersburg Bureau of Police, in collaboration with State and Federal law enforcement partners, continue their staunch efforts to disband the criminal element that unfortunately contributes to comm...
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City Announcements
Posted on: December 18, 2020
Holiday Hours for Petersburg Government Offices
Petersburg City government offices will be closed on Thursday, December 24; Friday, December 25; and Friday, January 1 in observance of the Christmas and New Year holidays.
Closed offices include: Ci...
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City Announcements
Posted on: December 15, 2020
Drive-Thru Style Christmas Parade Hosted in Petersburg
A Covid-Conscious, modified Christmas Parade will make its way to Petersburg this Saturday, December 19, 2020 from 6:00pm -7:30pm in Old Towne/downtown Petersburg. This celebration is sponsor...
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City Announcements
Posted on: December 14, 2020
City of Petersburg Announces Finalists for Fire Chief Position
Petersburg, Virginia: Today, Petersburg City Manager has announced the final three candidates for the City’s Fire Chief position. The Fire Chief will lead ...
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City Announcements
Posted on: December 14, 2020
SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION CITY COUNCIL MEETING
December 14, 2020, 3:00 PM
Meeting ID: 943 4223 4062
Audio Only: 646-558-8656
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City Announcements
Posted on: December 9, 2020
The City of Petersburg will continue the 2020 Holiday Season Giving Initiative - "Feed the Need with a Taste of Petersburg," for the Christmas Holiday! Through Feed the Need, the City will partner with local restaurants to purchase pre-packaged ...
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City Announcements
Posted on: December 8, 2020
The Petersburg Office of Billing and Collections (located at 144 N. Sycamore Street) will be closed to the public on Friday, December 11th for an in-service training day. Payments can still be made online. To speak to a customer service representative call ...
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City Announcements
Posted on: December 7, 2020
City of Petersburg Regular City Council Meeting - Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Audio Only: +1-646-558-8656&...
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City Announcements
Posted on: December 4, 2020
This holiday season, the City of Petersburg is coordinating a driving tour of Christmas lights! If you would like for your decorated and festive home to be included on the tour, please apply for consideration below. A photo of your exterior decorations/li...
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City Announcements
Posted on: November 20, 2020
Petersburg Circuit Court Clerk's Office will close at noon Wednesday, November 25th and will reopen Monday, November 30th at 8:00am.
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City Announcements
Posted on: November 19, 2020
Petersburg Government Offices Closed in Observance of Thanksgiving Holiday
Petersburg City government offices will close early at 12:30pm on Wednesday, November 25th and will be closed on November 26th and 27th in observance of Thanksgivi...
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City Announcements
Posted on: November 2, 2020
PETERSBURG CIRCUIT COURT CLERK’S OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2020. THE CIRCUIT COURT CLERK'S OFFICE WILL REOPEN ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2020 AT 8:00 AM.TO FILE ELECTION DAY CHALLENGES ON NOVEMBER 3RD, CALL (804) 431-...
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City Announcements
Posted on: November 2, 2020
The Petersburg Billing and Collections Office will be closed on Friday, November 6th for in-service team training.
- Click here to make any payments online.
- Click here for more contact information for the Billing and Collections Department...
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City Announcements
Posted on: November 2, 2020
The City of Petersburg is in the final stages of completing a Strategic Plan to guide the City's operations over the next five years. The City Council held a retreat in 2019 to develop a vision, values, and strategic goals for Petersburg. City st...
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City Announcements
Posted on: November 2, 2020
In partnership with other community organizations, the Petersburg Sheriff's Office will be distributing PPE (masks and hand sanitizer) to the Petersburg Community on November 10, 2020 from 10am-1pm (while supplies are available) ...
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City Announcements
Posted on: October 29, 2020
Petersburg Area Transit Announces “Ride Out to Vote” Initiative
For Election Day 2020, Petersburg Area Transit (PAT) announces the “Ride Out to Vote” campaign with the goal of assisting Petersburg residents in access...
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City Announcements
Posted on: October 22, 2020
Celebrating Halloween in Petersburg
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and current restrictions involving large-scale events, the 2020 Halloween Trunk-a-Treat in Petersburg has been canceled. This event typically draws hundreds of people and the safety of our st...
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City Announcements
Posted on: October 22, 2020
NOTICE: The Petersburg Commissioner of the Revenue Office will close at 2:30pm on Friday, 10/23/2020. On Friday afternoon, the Commissioner of the Revenue Office will be supporting one of their team members at the funeral of a family member. The office wi...
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City Announcements
Posted on: October 20, 2020
Petersburg is Open for Business!
Following a successful first round of COVID-19 relief grant funding, the City of Petersburg has opened the application process for a second round of funding. The second round of the COVID-19 small business grant program is ...
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City Announcements
Posted on: October 14, 2020
In preparation for the Winter season and inclement weather, the Petersburg Public Utilities Department has scheduled a critical water supply repair during the week of October 19th.
The scope of this project is to preserve the structural integrit...
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City Announcements
Posted on: October 5, 2020
Petersburg City Council Virtual Meeting Links for October 6, 2020:
Petersburg City Council Strategic Plan Workshop
Tuesday, October 6, 2020 - 11:00 AM
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/98408061288
Meeting ID: 984 0806 1288
Audio Only: 646-558-86...
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City Announcements
Posted on: August 31, 2020
City of Petersburg Government Offices Closed in Observance of Labor Day
Petersburg, Virginia: Petersburg City government offices will be closed on Monday, September 7th in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
Closed offices include: City...
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City Announcements
Posted on: August 3, 2020
Petersburg is Open for Business!
Petersburg City Council has approved the COVID-19 small business grant program funded by the CDBG CARES Act. The goal of this program is to energize business collaboration and provide direct financial relief to businesses s...
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City Announcements
Posted on: July 23, 2020
Due to COVID-19, the following utility billing schedule will be implemented for the remainder of the calendar year:
Please note that beginning in October 2020, utility bill payments will be due on the 5th of the month and no longer on the 1st of ...
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City Announcements
Posted on: July 22, 2020
The City will conduct Hydrant Flushing and Inspections this week. The hydrant flushing program is used to maintain chlorine residuals and minimize water age (the length of time from production to consumption).
As high temperatures continue, it&a...
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City Announcements
Posted on: July 15, 2020
Petersburg Special City Council Meeting: July 16, 2020, 12:00pm
Audio Only: +1 646 558 8656
Meeting ID: 993 1999 6176
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City Announcements
Posted on: July 13, 2020
The Petersburg Office of Billing and Collections will be closed on Thursday, July 16; Friday, July 17; and Friday, July 31 for in-service training.
The Commissioner of the Revenue Office will be closed to the public on those dates. The Commissioner of the ...
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City Announcements
Posted on: July 9, 2020
In April 2020, the City temporarily closed Fire Station #4 (Walnut Hill) due to health and safety concerns. The Fire Station was experiencing severe issues with mold, asbestos, and an overall antiquated infrastructure.
In May, Petersburg City Council appro...
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City Announcements
Posted on: July 9, 2020
COVID-19 Testing is available in Petersburg through the Crater Health District on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Pre-screening is required. For pre-screening, call 804-863-1652 - Option 1.
Testing Times and Locations:
Mondays: 10am - 12pm
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City Announcements
Posted on: June 23, 2020
Everyone who likes to kayak, canoe, or use other paddle craft (like stand up paddle boards) is asked to describe your current experience paddling the lower Appomattox River and offer suggestions for amenities that would improve your experience.
T...
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City Announcements
Posted on: June 17, 2020
On Tuesday, June 16th, Governor Ralph Northam announced his intentions to mark Juneteenth as a permanent paid state holiday, starting by giving state employees a day off this Friday, June 19th.
Juneteenth is the oldest known commemoration of the end of sla...
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City Announcements
Posted on: May 4, 2020
Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Community Budget Sessions
The City of Petersburg will host two virtual information sessions to review the proposed FY 2020-2021 budget and engage in a question/answer session.
Two Adjustments: The sessions will be hosted by Petersburg ...
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City Announcements
Posted on: May 1, 2020
FY 2020-2021 Budget Information Sessions
The City of Petersburg will host two virtual information sessions with Petersburg City Manager, Aretha R. Ferrell-Benavides, to review the proposed FY 2020-2021 budget and engage in a question/answer sessi...
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City Announcements
Posted on: April 30, 2020
Bulk Waste Collections Suspended in Colonial Heights, Hopewell and Petersburg
Due to COVID-19, residential curbside collection of bulky waste and yard waste is suspended in the cities of Colonial Heights, Hopewell, and Petersburg, beginning April 20, 2020 ...
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City Announcements
Posted on: April 30, 2020
The City of Petersburg is currently in the process of developing a new GIS and GIS website. The improved and enhanced GIS should be available during the second half of 2020.
If you have an immediate GIS or mapping need, please contact the City Assessor&...
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City Announcements
Posted on: April 28, 2020
4/28 City Council Meeting:
The City Council meeting, afternoon conference line:
Number: 571-317-3122
Access Code: 357-938-333
City Announcements
Posted on: April 23, 2020
Due to printing delays, the utility bills for the April 2020 period will be sent on April 23, 2020 and the new due date will be May 14, 2020.
Bills can currently be viewed online by clicking here.
To protect the health and safety of the staff memb...
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City Announcements