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Public Hearings for Budget, Tax Rates

Hearings for the FY27 budget and tax rates will be held during a special meeting of the Board of Supervisors on April 15, 2026.

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FY2027 Recommended Budget, Five-Year Plan

The staff-recommended FY27 budget and the Five-Year Plan are ready for review. The Board of Supervisors will discuss these documents when they meet for a budget work session on March 30, 2026.

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Personal Property Tax Returns Due May 1

Avoid a late penalty by filing your personal property tax statement on or before Friday, May 1, 2026.

Delay of Audit Notice to the Public

Augusta County has provided formal notice to Virginia’s Auditor of Public Accounts regarding a delay in the submission of its Fiscal Year 2025 Comparative Report Transmittal Forms and audited Annual Financial Reports.

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Augusta County Marks Courthouse Construction Milestone with Cornerstone Ceremony

Augusta County marked a significant milestone in the construction of its new courthouse on Monday, March 23, 2026, with a cornerstone laying ceremony held at 11:30 a.m. in Verona.

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Show Your Appreciation: Adopt a Dispatcher This April

During National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (April 12–18), local businesses, schools, and community organizations are invited to take part in this opportunity to recognize the very first responders—our emergency dispatchers in the 9-1-1 call center. See how you can 'Adopt a Dispatcher.'

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Public Hearings for Board of Zoning Appeals | April 2, 2026

The Augusta County Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct Public Hearings at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, April 2, 2026, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.

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Public Hearings for Board of Supervisors | March 25, 2026

The Augusta County Board of Supervisors will conduct Public Hearings at the 7 p.m. meeting, on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia

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Tax Relief for Elderly or Disabled Applications Due April 1

The application for the Tax Relief for Elderly or Disabled (TRE) program must be filed every year by April 1. Individuals are encouraged to learn more about eligibility.

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Notice of Intent and Public Hearing for Board of Supervisors | April 8, 2026

The Board of Supervisors gives notice of its intent to remove and relocate four veteran memorial plaques, which are currently affixed to the Augusta County Courthouse in downtown Staunton, and will hold a public hearing on April 8 to hear comments before considering the relocation of the plaques.

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Arts Grant Applications Due March 16

Arts organizations with 501(c)(3) status that serve Augusta County residents and that are located in the county are invited to apply for a matched grant from the Virginia Commission of the Arts and Augusta County. The application deadline is March 16, 2026.

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Board of Supervisors Resolution Opposing Congressional Redistricting of Augusta County

The Augusta County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution on February 25, 2026, to oppose the congressional redistricting of Augusta County.

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Public Hearings for Board of Zoning Appeals | March 5, 2026

The Augusta County Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct Public Hearings at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, March 5, 2026, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.

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Public Hearings for Board of Supervisors | February 25, 2026

The Augusta County Board of Supervisors will conduct Public Hearings at the 7 p.m. meeting, on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia

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4pm Burning Law in Effect February 15

In effect from February 15 through April 30, the 4pm Burning Law bans open air burning prior to 4pm and includes common activities such as bonfires, firepits, and leaf burning.

Augusta County Government Center Inclement Weather Delayed Opening, January 27, 2026

Due to inclement weather, the Augusta County Government Center will open at noon on Tuesday, January 27.

Augusta County Government Center Inclement Weather Closure, January 26, 2026

Due to inclement weather, the Augusta County Government Center will be closed Monday, January 26.

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Public Hearings for Board of Zoning Appeals | February 5, 2026

The Augusta County Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct Public Hearings at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, February 5, 2026, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.

Augusta County 2026 Well Water Testing Clinic through the Virginia Cooperative Extension

Pre-register by Feb. 23 for the Augusta Well Water Testing Clinic hosted by the Virginia Cooperative Extension Augusta Office. Testing kits are $70 and results are confidential.

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Augusta County Library Appoints Natalie Hutchinson as New Director

Natalie Hutchinson was appointed the new director for Augusta County Libraries on December 16, 2025..