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August 2, 2019
From the Desk of the City Manager
 
Good afternoon.  I hope you all are well.  Your report this week includes the monthly reports from the Planning and Development Department and the Maury Express, the weekly calendar and other updates and announcements. 

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We will be closed Monday, September 2, 2019 in observance of Labor Day. Offices will reopen Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at 8:00 a.m.
We are currently experiencing issues to City Hall’s voicemail system. Due to this, we are unable to check voicemails for the following departments:
· Treasurer
· Registrar
· Commissioner of Revenue
· Finance
· Human Resources
· City Manager’s Office/Main City Number
· Planning and Development/Building Inspector
We apologize for any inconvenience and as soon as our voicemails are back up we will notify you. In the meantime, please email jhostetter@lexingtonva.gov if you are unable to reach any of the above departments.
Public Works crews making asphalt repairs this week at Houston and Main street.
July 2019 Revenue Graphs

Click here to see July's Revenue Graphs.

The percentage changes from last year are noted below:
The Lexington City Council would like for residents of the City to indicate their desire to participate in your city government by serving on any one of a number of authorities, boards and commissions. We currently are accepting applications for the following:
· Architectural Review Board: Alternate Member B
· Board of Zoning Appeals
· Cemetery Advisory Board
· Disability Services Board
· Dabney S. Lancaster Community College Board
· Industrial Development Authority
· OPEB Liability Board
· Planning Commission
· Rockbridge Area Recreation Organization Board
If you would like to apply, you can do so by visiting the Authorities, Boards and Commissions page on the City’s website, www.lexingtonva.gov/gov/boards, or by contacting the City Manager’s office at 462-3700 or jhostetter@lexingtonva.gov.
Road Closures and Events Information
July 2019 Planning and Development Monthly Report
July 2019 Maury Express Ridership Report
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND IMPORTANT DATES
  • Aug. 5: Rockbridge Area Network Authority Meeting, 2:00 p.m. at the Rockbridge Extension Office – Second Floor
  • Aug. 6: National Night Out, 6:00 p.m. at Rockbridge County High School
  • Aug. 7: Invite-Only Kendal Hard Hat Tour, 4:30 p.m. at Kendal at Lexington *A quorum of City Council and Planning Commission may be present*
  • Aug. 7: Rockbridge Area Recreation Organization Board Meeting, 6:00 p.m. at the City Hall Community Room
  • Aug. 8: Planning Commission Meeting, 5:00 p.m. at the City Hall First Floor Community Room
  • Aug. 12: Blue Ridge Resource Authority Meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the Rockbridge County Administrative Offices First Floor Board Room
  • Aug. 14: Jail Commission Meeting, 9:30 a.m. at the City Hall Community Meeting Room
  • Aug. 14: School Board Meeting, 4:30 p.m. at the Lexington City School Board Office
  • Aug. 15: Architectural Review Board Meeting, 4:30 p.m. at the City Hall First Floor Community Room
  • Aug. 15: City Council Regular Meeting, 8:00 p.m. at the Waddell Elementary School Cafeteria
  • Aug. 20: Threshold Housing Commission Meeting, 4:00 p.m. at the City Hall First Floor Community Room
  • Aug. 21: Community Watch Meeting, 6:00 p.m. at the Lexington Police Department Meeting Room
  • Aug. 22: Central Dispatch Board Meeting, 9:30 a.m. at the Rockbridge 911 Center
  • Aug. 22: Planning Commission Meeting, 5:00 p.m. at the City Hall First Floor Community Room
  • Aug. 27: Maury Service Authority Meeting, 5:00 p.m. at the Water Treatment Plant Board Meeting Room
See bi-weekly calendar here.
      Board and Commission Openings:
  • Architectural Review Board: Alternate Member B
  • Board of Zoning Appeals
  • Cemetery Advisory Board
  • Disability Services Board
  • Dabney S. Lancaster Community College Board
  • Industrial Development Authority
  • OPEB Liability Board
  • Planning Commission
  • Rockbridge Area Recreation Organization Board
Apply here.
City of Lexington Job
Openings:
  • Landfill Collection Center Attendant (Part-Time) - BRRA
  • Sanitation Worker II
  • Engineer Technician
  • City Arborist
  • Program Coordinator - RARO
  • Technology Specialist / Student Information Systems Data Manager
Apply here.
 
We also have positions available with Lexington City Schools!
Staying Informed in the City of Lexington
 
On any given day, there is a lot going on in the City of Lexington. Keeping city events and news on your radar can help you stay informed and be aware of proposed changes that could affect you, your home, your business or your property.

Here are a few opportunities for you to keep in touch and stay engaged:

City Manager Weekly – an e-newsletter sent to your inbox every Friday with citywide updates.

City Website – the city website has a regularly updated news scroll on the home page.

Social Media – the city maintains a Facebook and Instagram page.

City Phone List – call us with your questions, feedback and concerns during office hours, or stop by in person.
Miss a meeting? Visit the City of Lexington's DropBox to download and listen to audio from the following meetings: 
  • City Council (Special Meetings, Work Sessions and Regular Meetings)
  • Planning Commission
  • Architectural Review Board
  • Board of Zoning Appeals
  • Threshold Housing Commission
  • Finance Committee
  • Industrial Development Authority
  • Social & Economic Services Committee
  • Physical Services Committee
Our mailing address is:
300 East Washington Street
Lexington, VA 24450

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