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  1. budgetmeetings2021HMPG

    FY 2021-2022 Proposed Operating Budget Community Sessions

    The Petersburg Budget Office will host two community sessions to review the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 proposed operating budget. The sessions are scheduled for May 11th and May 13th. Read on...
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    AMPAC Fine Chemicals to Expand Petersburg Operation with $25M Investment, Adding 156 New Jobs

    AMPAC Fine Chemicals (AFC) will invest $25 million to expand its existing operation on North Normandy Drive in the City of Petersburg. Virginia successfully competed with California and Texas for the project, which will create 156 new jobs. Read on...
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    City Seeks Help from DEQ with Abatement Efforts on Old Ramada Hotel

    The City of Petersburg continues to work to find innovative ways to cover the potential costs for demolition and/or abatement of unsafe conditions on the old Ramada Hotel at 380 E. Washington Street. Read on...
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    Petersburg Begins Major Streetlight LED Conversion Project

    The City of Petersburg, in partnership with Dominion Energy, has begun the capital improvement project of converting existing City streetlights to LED. Read on...
  5. Petersburg Bond Rating Increase 2021

    Petersburg Receives Bond Rating Upgrade to “BBB+”

    Standard & Poor's (S&P) Global Ratings has raised its long-term rating and underlying rating (SPUR) on Petersburg's general obligation (GO) bonds outstanding to 'BBB+' from 'BBB-'. The outlook remains positive. Read on...
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    Petersburg Sheriff Wins Remarkable Woman Contest with 8News

    This April, Petersburg Sheriff Vanessa Crawford was selected as the winner of the Remarkable Woman contest by 8News. Read on...
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    COVID-19 Vaccination in Petersburg

    Click in to learn more about COVID-19 vaccination opportunities in Petersburg. Read on...
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    2021 Virtual Youth Summit

    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." Read on...
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    City of Petersburg Announces Positive Fund Balance for Fiscal Year 2019-2020

    The FY 2019-2020 CAFR results showed an unassigned fund balance of $12,936,270, which is the third consecutive year that the City has had a positive fund balance. Read on...
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    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. Read on...
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    Petersburg Utility Assistance Program + Updates

    February 22, 2021 Update: As the Utility Assistance Program Committee continues to process and verify applications, award notifications will be delayed and applicants should expect a notice by March 31, 2021. Read on...
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    Pharmaceutical Manufacturer Civica Inc. to Create 186 New Jobs in City of Petersburg

    Pharmaceutical manufacturer, Civica Inc. (Civica), will invest $124.5 million to establish its first in-house pharmaceutical manufacturing operation in the City of Petersburg. This project will create 186 new jobs. Read on...
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    New GIS Website for Petersburg, VA

    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. Read on...
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    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 will lead the Petersburg Department of Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Services. Read on...
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    Petersburg Bureau of Police Earns Full Accreditation

    On September 29, 2020, the Petersburg Bureau of Police received an award recognizing their accreditation by the Virginia Law Enforcement Professional Standards Commission (VLEPSC). Read on...
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    Petersburg Breaks Ground on New Park and Ride Facility

    On September 9, 2020, the City of Petersburg hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for a new park and ride facility that will increase travel accessibility throughout the Tri-Cities. Read on...
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    Former Ramada Inn Site - Update

    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. Read on...
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    City of Petersburg Announces Positive Fund Balance for FY 2018-2019

    Strategic and disciplined financial management yields significant results three years ahead of schedule Read on...
  19. Vaccine

    No Mass Vaccination Clinics Scheduled in Petersburg, Virginia on 1/30/21

    Please be aware, there are NO mass vaccination clinics scheduled in Petersburg on Saturday, January 30, 2021. Read on...
  20. HolidayMeals

    Petersburg announces 2020 Holiday Season Giving Initiative

    Through "Feed the Need with a Taste of Petersburg," the City will partner with local restaurants and/or catering services to purchase pre-packaged meals to be delivered to Petersburg residents during the Thanksgiving holiday. Read on...
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    Feed the Need with a Taste of Petersburg will Continue for the Christmas Holiday

    Feed the Need with a Taste of Petersburg will continue for the Christmas Holiday! Meal deliveries will take place December 22, 23, 29 & 30. Read on...
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    Reverse Christmas Parade to be held 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 sponsored by Dominion Energy and LNNUSA.com. Read on...
  23. StAndrewHMPG

    City of Petersburg Breaks Ground on St. Andrew Street Bridge Project

    After closure in 2006 due to deterioration, construction of the replacement bridge structure is scheduled to begin by December 2020. Read on...
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    Petersburg Area Transit Offers Election Day Shuttle Service

    On Tuesday, November 3rd, PAT will provide shuttle transportation for Petersburg residents from their homes, to the polls, beginning at 6:00 a.m. Read on...
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    Petersburg is Open for Business! - Small Business Relief Program (2nd Round)

    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 funded by the CARES Act. Read on...
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    Petersburg Reopens Fire Station #4

    On Saturday, August 29th, the City of Petersburg hosted a reopening ceremony for Fire Station #4 in the Walnut Hill area of the City. Read on...
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    Petersburg is Open for Business! - Small Business Relief Program

    City of Petersburg opens grant application process to provide direct financial relief to local businesses impacted by COVID-19. The City will distribute grants based on need ranging from $500 to $5,000. Read on...
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    Petersburg Distributes 20,000 Pieces of COVID-19 PPE Throughout Community

    On Friday, June 12th, Petersburg Police, Petersburg Fire, and community volunteers delivered the PPE door-to-door in various neighborhoods. Residents received masks, hand sanitizer, and the local resource guide. Read on...
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    COVID-19 Testing in Petersburg

    COVID-19 Testing is available in Petersburg through the Crater Health District on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Read on...
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    Petersburg Fire Station # 4 Update

    In April 2020, the City temporarily closed Fire Station #4 (Walnut Hill) due to health and safety concerns. Remediation work began in May and the work is anticipated to be complete in August 2020. This is a follow-up to the July 2nd update. Read on...
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    Petersburg Fire Station #4 Update

    In April 2020, the City temporarily closed Fire Station #4 (Walnut Hill) due to health and safety concerns. Work to rehabilitate Station 4 began in May and the anticipated completion date for this project is August 2020. Read on...
  32. TransitHMPG

    Petersburg Area Transit Unveils New Buses

    Petersburg Area Transit has unveiled seven (7) new transit buses marking the second year of PATs capital replacement plan. Read on...
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    Welcome to Petersburg: Video Tour

    Learn more about the community of Petersburg, Virginia! Read on...
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    City of Petersburg Hosts Fire Station #4 Open House

    The City will host an open house for the public on Saturday, August 29th at Fire Station #4 from 9am-1pm. The open house will include tours of the updated facility. Read on...
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  1. Tue May 11

    FY 2021-2022 Proposed Operating Budget Community Session
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  2. Tue May 11

    JTCC Career Connector
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  3. Wed May 12

    Small Business Administration Session
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  1. Wed May 12

    May 12, 2021- Special Closed Session City Council Meeting
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  2. Wed May 12

    Architectural Review Board
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  3. Thu May 13

    FY 2021-2022 Proposed Operating Budget Community Session
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    SBA Restaurant Revitalization Fund Information Session

    Petersburg Economic Development & the Small Business Administration will host a Restaurant Revitalization Fund info session on 5/12 @ 11am. Read on...
  2. ward6newsletter1HMPG

    Ward 6 Newsletter from Vice Mayor Annette Smith-Lee

    Ward 6 Newsletter! Read on...
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    Virtual Job Hunt Club - Petersburg

    The Petersburg Department of Social Services VIEW Program is hosting a Job Club every Wednesday from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. via Zoom. Read on...
  4. sheriff_history

    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. Read on...
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    COVID-19 Testing in Petersburg

    COVID-19 Testing is available in Petersburg through the Crater Health District on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Read on...
  6. Lucky1HMPG

    Petersburg Sheriff’s Office K9, Lucky, receives Protective Body Armor

    Petersburg Sheriff’s Office K9, Lucky, received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. It was delivered to the Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday, March 25, 2020. Read on...
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