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- 06/03/2024 8:00 AM
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Tax Bills for First Half of Real Estate Taxes in the Mail
Real estate tax bills were sent on May 31. Tax payments are due June 21, 2024.
- 05/31/2024 9:00 AM
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Augusta County Library Launches Summer Reading and Summer Food Program
Augusta County Library launches the Summer Reading Program and the Summer Food Program, aimed at keeping minds and bodies strong during the summer months and providing greater accessibility to services for residents.
- 05/30/2024 5:00 PM
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Draft Days: Fun for All Ages at Stuarts Draft Park, this Saturday, June 1
Draft Days is happening this Saturday, June 1, from 11 am to 4 pm at Stuarts Draft Park and Pool. This free event promises something for everyone, so bring your family and friends to join the festivities.
- 05/30/2024 3:00 PM
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Public Hearings for Planning Commission
The Augusta County Planning Commission will conduct Public Hearings at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 11, 2024, in the Board Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.
- 05/14/2024 11:29 AM
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Augusta County Extends First Half of Real Estate Taxes Due Date to June 21, 2024
Augusta County has extended the due date for the first half of real estate taxes. Traditionally set for June 5, taxpayers now have until June 21, 2024, to submit their payment without incurring penalties or interest.
- 05/13/2024 4:30 PM
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Notice of Grant Application for Afton Mountain Property
As part of a grant application process, staff will present information on a grant application for master planning of the Afton Mountain property at the next regular Board of Supervisors meeting on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at 7pm.
- 05/09/2024 3:30 PM
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Public Hearings for Board of Zoning Appeals
The Augusta County Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct Public Hearings at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, June 6, 2024, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.
- 05/03/2024 3:00 PM
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Notice of Real Estate Assessment Determinations of Appeals
Notices for determinations of appeals made to the Reassessment Office were mailed on May 1, 2024. Residents who appealed their assessment should be receiving a “Second Notice” that details updated information about any changes to values resulting from the appeal.
- 04/25/2024 5:00 PM
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Augusta County Announces Grant Opportunities for Local Tourism-Related Businesses
The Marketing & Expanded Facilities Grant Program supports and expands tourism efforts by funding new marketing campaigns for local events or businesses as well as the expansion of tourism-related facilities in Augusta County.
- 04/23/2024 2:54 PM
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Augusta County Fire-Rescue continues 24/7 Emergency Medical Service in New Hope
Augusta County Fire-Rescue will continue to operate ambulance services from the New Hope Station.
- 04/16/2024 11:22 AM
Personal Property Statements Due May 1
Avoid a late penalty by filing your personal property tax statement on or before Wednesday, May 1, 2024.
- 04/12/2024 8:30 AM
Public Hearings for Board of Zoning Appeals
The Augusta County Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct Public Hearings at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, May 2, 2024, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.
- 04/11/2024 11:42 AM
Changes to Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled Program
The Real Estate Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled Program has changed to allow for a greater number of residents to be eligible and to help more residents who are in the greatest need of relief.
- 04/10/2024 2:00 PM
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National Nonprofit Petco Love Invests in Shenandoah Valley Animal Services Center to Save and Improve the Lives of Pets in Augusta County and the Cities of Staunton and Waynesboro
Shenandoah Valley Animal Services Center is receiving a $15,000 grant investment from national nonprofit Petco Love. The grant will help provide support for shelter pets in Augusta County, Staunton, and Waynesboro, and include medical care and critical spay and neuter surgeries.
- 04/09/2024 9:00 AM
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Augusta County Library to Celebrate National Library Week April 7-13, 2024 With Announcement of New Services
Augusta County Library celebrates 2024 National Library Week with the announcement of two new community services – a Cricut machine and memories lab.
- 04/05/2024 12:00 PM
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Board of Equalization Continues 2024 Real Estate Reassessment Appeals Process
The next phase of the appeal process for the 2024 reassessment of real property continues with hearings before the Augusta County Board of Equalization. Learn more at www.AugustaCountyVA.gov/reassessment.
- 04/04/2024 2:00 PM
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Augusta County Library Announces Later Operating Hours at Four Locations
Beginning Monday, April 8, 2024, the Augusta County Library operating hours will change at four of its library locations, including Craigsville, Deerfield, Middlebrook, and Weyers Cave.
- 04/04/2024 9:00 AM
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Public Hearing for Proposed Real Property Tax Increase
The Augusta County Board of Supervisors will conduct Public Hearings for the FY25 budget and tax rates at the 7 p.m. meeting, Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center.
- 04/03/2024 8:00 AM
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Public Hearing for Board of Supervisors
The Augusta County Board of Supervisors will conduct Public Hearings at the 7 p.m. meeting, Wednesday, April 10, 2024, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.
- 04/02/2024 1:30 PM
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Fiscal Year 2025 Budget, Proposed Tax Rates, Public Hearings
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing for the fiscal year 2024-2025 (FY25) advertised budget on April 17, 2024, at 7 pm. Materials for the FY25 Budget can be found on the website along with an engagement survey.
