Budget & Finance Committee Meeting
2023-09-12 05:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Members of the budget and finance committee meeting will meet on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at 5:30 PM in Council Chambers (2039 Sycamore Ave).
Find the meeting agenda here: Budget & Finance Agenda 9.12.2023

City Offices Closed – Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples’ Day
2023-10-09
City offices are closed on Monday, September 9, 2023 in observance of Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
Residential refuse collection will operate on its normal schedule, there will be no holiday delay.

Mountain Day
2023-10-14 10:00 - 19:00
Buena Vista’s annual downtown festival brings thousands of people to enjoy. RAIN OR SHINE
Craft Demonstrations | Live Music & Dance | Local History | Fine Art | Local Foods | Community Organizations | Food Vendors | And More!
The Mountain Day 2023 vendor fair is Saturday, October 14th from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM in downtown Buena Vista on Magnolia Avenue between 20th and 22nd Streets.
Presented by the Buena Vista Arts Council, Main Street Buena Vista, and the City of Buena Vista. Information & vendor application: https://www.mountainday.org/.

Budget & Finance Committee Meeting
2023-10-17 17:30 - 18:00
Members of the budget and finance committee will meet on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at 5:30 PM in Council Chambers (2039 Sycamore Ave).
Find the meeting agenda here: Budget & Finance Agenda 10.17.2023

BVFD Harvest Dinner
2023-10-22 16:30 - 19:00
On Saturday, October 22, 2022 the Buena Vista Volunteer Fire Department will have their annual Harvest Dinner in conjunction with the Gun Raffle drawing. The dinner will start at 4:30 pm and end around 7:00 pm.
The dinner will consist of Ham and/or Turkey, Dressing & Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Baked Apples, Green Beans, Brown Beans, Slaw, Cranberry Sauce, Roll, Desserts and Drinks.
The cost of the meal will be $12.00 for one meat or $14.00 for two meats. You can receive $1.00 off the meal with the purchase of a gun raffle ticket. (Must bring raffle ticket to receive discount). Carry out meals are also available.
The Harvest Dinner committee is asking for some help to make this dinner a success. They are asking each business or citizen to make a small $25.00 donation to offset the cost of the food items and aid in fundraising efforts.
The Buena Vista Volunteer Fire Department was organized in 1905 and been serving Buena Vista and Rockbridge County ever since. Please help us to be able to better serve you and our community.

BVFD – Harvest Dinner Poster

Public Works & Public Safety Committee Meeting
2023-10-24 13:00 - 18:00
Members of the Buena Vista Public Works/Public Safety Committee will meet on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at 1:00 PM at the Buena Vista Police Department conference room.
Find the meeting agenda here: Public Works & Public Safety Agenda 10.24.2023

Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting
2023-10-25 18:00
Members of the Buena Vista Parks and Recreation Committee will meet on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers – 2039 Sycamore Ave.
Find the meeting agenda here: Parks & Rec Meeting Agenda 10.25.2023

City offices closed for Election Day
2023-11-07

City Offices Closed – Veteran’s Day
2023-11-10
City offices are closed on Friday, November 10th in honor of our nation’s heroes.

Economic Development Authority Meeting
2023-11-16 17:00 - 18:00
Members of the Buena Vista Economic Development Authority will meet on Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 5:00 PM. The meeting will be held in Council Chambers at 2039 Sycamore Avenue.
Find the meeting agenda here: EDA Meeting Agenda – November 16th 2023

Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting
2023-12-07 18:30
🎅 Get into the festive spirit and join us for the 2023 Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting in Downtown BV on December 7th!
🎅 Starting at 7:00 PM, the parade will make its way from the 23rd Street of Magnolia to the 17th Street of Magnolia. Don’t miss out on the chance to see the dazzling floats, marching bands, and performers. This year’s theme is “Christmas in Toyland,” so expect to see some creative and fun displays!
🚶‍🚗 Interested in participating in the parade? We welcome all individuals, groups, and organizations to join in on the fun. Fill out the registration form at https://www.buenavistava.org/2023-christmas-parade-registration/ or call the park office at (540) 261-7321 to sign up.
🎄 And last but not least, the community tree lighting will take place at 6:30 PM in the town square across from the library. So come early and get ready to kick off the holiday season with us!
❄️ Keep an eye out for updates and more information in the discussion tab. We can’t wait to see you there!

Special City Council Meeting/Public Hearing
2023-12-14 18:00
Members of the Buena Vista City Council will meet for a special-called public hearing in Council Chambers, 2039 Sycamore Avenue, at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 14, 2023.
Visit the Council Agenda & Minutes page for more information.

City Offices Closed – Christmas Holiday
2023-12-22, 2023-12-25 - 2023-12-26
City offices are closed beginning on Friday, December 22nd in observance of the Christmas Holiday. Offices will reopen on Wednesday, December 27th at 8:30 AM.
Refuse collection will operate on its normal schedule on Friday. However, refuse collection for the week of December 25th will be delayed by one day.

City Offices Closed – Martin Luther King Jr. Day
2024-01-15
City of Buena Vista offices will be closed Monday, January 15th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Residential refuse collection will be unchanged.

City Offices Closed – Presidents’ Day
2024-02-19
City of Buena Vista offices will be closed Monday, February 19th 2024 in observance of Presidents’ Day. Residential refuse collection will be unchanged.

Budget & Finance Committee Meeting
2024-02-27 16:00 - 18:00
Members of the budget and finance committee will meet on Tuesday, February 27, 2-24, at 4:00 PM in Council Chambers (2039 Sycamore Ave).
Find the meeting agenda here: Budget & Finance Agenda 2.27.2024

Easter Market
2024-03-09 09:00 - 14:00
Come out to our Easter Market hosted by the Buena Vista Farmers Market! Located at 1665 Chestnut Avenue, Buena Vista, VA 24416 – the Buena Vista Pentecostal Holiness Church Youth Center.
We will be having an Easter Egg Hunt, an Easter Bunny visit, Raffle items, and loads of vendors to fulfill all your basket needs!
Interested in being a vendor?
Check out our online application:
https://forms.gle/ckxJ5A8ufRxVo2A18

Budget & Finance Committee Meeting
2024-03-12 16:00 - 18:00
Members of the budget and finance committee will meet on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 4:00 PM in Council Chambers (2039 Sycamore Ave).
Find the meeting agenda here: Budget & Finance Agenda 3.12.2024

Budget & Finance Committee Meeting
2024-03-25 08:00 - 18:00
Members of the budget and finance committee will meet on Monday, March 25, 2024, at 4:00 PM in Council Chambers (2039 Sycamore Ave).
Find the meeting agenda here: Budget & Finance Agenda 3.25.2024

Budget & Finance Committee Meeting
2024-04-09 16:00 - 18:00
Members of the budget and finance committee will meet on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at 4:00 PM in Council Chambers (2039 Sycamore Ave).
Find the meeting agenda here: Budget & Finance Agenda 4.9.2024

Artapalooza 2024
2024-04-20 10:00 - 16:00
A hands on art festival for all ages and abilities

Economic Development Authority Meeting
2024-05-06 17:30 - 18:00
Members of the Buena Vista Economic Development Authority will meet in Council Chambers, 2039 Sycamore Avenue, at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, May 6, 2024. Find the meeting packet here: 2024 EDA Annual Meeting Packet 05.06.24

Multi-Jurisdictional EDA/IDA Training Retreat
2024-05-29 13:00 - 17:30
The Lexington Industrial Development Authority (IDA), Buena Vista Economic Development Authority (EDA), and Rockbridge County Economic Development Authority will be hosting a two-day, joint training retreat May 29 and 30, 2024 from 1:00 PM to 5:30 PM each day at Natural Bridge State Park interactive classroom (5784 S. Lee Highway, Natural Bridge, VA 24578).
Find the agenda here: Multi-Jurisdictional EDA/IDA Retreat Agenda

City Offices Closed – Juneteenth Holiday
2024-06-19
City of Buena Vista offices will be closed Wednesday, June 19th in observance of the Juneteenth Holiday.
Residential refuse collection will be unchanged.

City offices Closed in Observance of Thanksgiving Holiday
2024-11-27 12:00 - 2024-11-29 17:00

Buena Vista Annual Christmas Parade
2024-12-05 19:00 - 20:00
Get into the holiday spirit and join us for the 2024 Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting in Downtown BV on December 5th!
Starting at 7:00 PM, the parade will make its way from the 23rd Street of Magnolia to the 17th Street of Magnolia. Don’t miss out on the chance to see the dazzling floats, marching bands, and performers. This year’s theme is “Frosty and Bright,” so expect to see some creative and fun displays!
Interested in participating in the parade? We welcome all individuals, groups, and organizations to join in on the fun. Fill out the registration form at https://forms.office.com/r/28SSFPD7gh or call the park office at (540) 261-7321 to sign up.
And last but not least, the community tree lighting will take place at 6:30 PM in the town square across from the library. So come early and get ready to kick off the holiday season with us!
We can’t wait to see you there!

Economic Development Authority Meeting
2024-12-10 15:00 - 18:00
The City of Buena Vista Economic Development Authority (EDA) hereby notifies the public of a meeting scheduled as follows for the purpose of discussing the EDA’s involvement in the City Façade Improvement Program.
Date: December 10, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: City Council Chambers, 2039 Sycamore Ave., Buena Vista, VA 24416
This notice is provided in accordance with the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Public Meeting Policy. Members of the public are invited to attend and observe the proceedings.
Find the meeting packet here: EDA Meeting Packet – 12.10.24

City Offices Closed in Observance of Christmas Holiday
2024-12-24 08:00 - 2024-12-26 17:00

City Offices Closed in Observance of New Years
2024-12-31 08:00 - 2025-01-01 18:00
