News Flash

Fall 2022 Leaf Collection Schedule

The City’s Public Works Department Annual Fall Leaf Pick Up Program begins Monday, November 21, 2022, and will conclude on January 20, 2023. The city will provide one round of leaf vacuuming in each ward. The dates are as follo...

Ward 6 Newsletter from Vice Mayor Annette Smith-Lee

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Virtual Job Hunt Club - Petersburg

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...

Petersburg Sheriff Recognized for Women's History Month by ABC8 News

In honor of Women's History Month, Petersburg Sheriff - Vanessa Crawford was recognized as a remarkable woman in Central Virginia by ABC8 News. 

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COVID-19 Testing in Petersburg

The Crater Health District is offering COVID-19 testing in Petersburg on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Testing is available during the following times:

Mondays: 10am – 12pm

Location: Central Virginia Health Services (321C Poplar Drive)

Wednesd...

Petersburg Receives Bond Rating Upgrade to A+

Petersburg’s Bond Ratings Upgraded

The City of Petersburg’s bond rating has been upgraded to an A+ from BBB+ by S&P Global Ratings, and to an A2 with intent to an A1 by Moody’s Investors Service. Obligations rated A2 by Mo...