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Posted on: September 29, 2023

City of Williamsburg Announces New Director of Public Works & Utilities

City Manager Andrew O. Trivette announces the hire of Jack Reed as Director of Public Works and Utilities, effective Oct. 16, 2023. 

Reed, the current Director of Public Works and Utilities for the Town of Smithfield, was chosen after a nationwide...

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Posted on: September 25, 2023

Road Closure: Armistead Avenue Between Transportation Center and Lafayette Street on Tues., Sept. 26

Armistead Avenue will be closed between the Transportation Center and Lafayette Street on Tuesday, Sept. 26, as a waterline is taken out of service. 

The left turn lane to turn onto Armistead Avenue from Lafayette Street will also be closed.

Work w...

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Posted on: September 22, 2023

Traffic Signal at Francis & Henry Streets to Remain On Flash

Update (Sept. 28, 2023): The traffic signal is now flashing red for all traffic and stop signs have been posted to ensure a four-way stop at the intersection of Henry and Francis streets until the signal's cabinet can be replaced.

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Posted on: September 22, 2023

Free Parking at Prince George Parking Garage From 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 22 to Noon Saturday, Sept. 23

The City of Williamsburg will allow free parking at the Prince George Parking Garage, 230 N. Henry St., to assist residents who may be concerned for their vehicles during the expected storms.

Free parking at the garage begins at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 22 and...

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Posted on: September 22, 2023

Gov. Glenn Youngkin Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Potential Tropical Cyclone Sixteen

RICHMOND, VA – Gov. Glenn Youngkin today declared a State of Emergency in advance of Potential Tropical Cyclone Sixteen which is expected to have impacts on Virginia beginning Friday, Sept. 22, 2023. This is an unusual storm, which has been diffi...

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Posted on: September 22, 2023

City of Williamsburg Prepares for Tropical Storm Conditions

The City of Williamsburg is preparing for tropical storm conditions predicted to move into the area later today, Friday, Sept. 22, 2023.

The Streets Division is clearing drains and ditches; Public Works is ensuring generator and fuel preparedness; Public S...

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Posted on: September 22, 2023

Update: Online Payment System Back in Service

UPDATE (2 p.m.): Scheduled maintenance for the City of Williamsburg’s online payment system for utility and tax bills has been completed. Residents may resume use of the system.

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The City of Williamsburg’s online payment system for ut...

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Posted on: September 21, 2023

Early Voting for November General Election Begins Friday, Sept. 22

In-person early voting for the November General Election begins on Friday, Sept. 22, 2023.

Ballots for City of Williamsburg voters include the races for:

  • State Senate District 24
  • House of Delegates District 71
  • Williamsburg-James City County Sheriff
  • Williamsbur...
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Posted on: September 19, 2023

City of Williamsburg’s Future Festivals Win Innovation Award

The Virginia Municipal League awarded the City of Williamsburg with the 2023 Innovation Award in the category of Communications for the Future Festivals held in the fall of 2022 to gather public input.

The statewide competition recognizes innovative proble...

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Posted on: September 19, 2023

Nominations Open for the Williamsburg Mace Bearer’s Award

Nominations are now being accepted for the Williamsburg Mace Bearer’s Award.

The Williamsburg Mace Bearer’s Award recognizes individuals or groups who have made a lasting, positive impact on the City of Williamsburg community. This pres...

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