Economic Development Authority Meeting
2025-05-05 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
The City of Buena Vista Economic Development Authority (EDA) hereby notifies the public of its annual meeting scheduled as follows for the purpose of electing officers.
Date: Monday, May 5, 2025
Time: 4:00 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.

EDA Notice of Meeting – 05.05.25
EDA Agenda – 05.05.25 – Annual Meeting

City Offices Closed in Observance of Memorial Day
2025-05-26 08:00 - 18:00

Special-Called City Council Meeting
2025-05-29 18:00
Members of the Buena Vista City Council meet in Council Chambers, 2039 Sycamore Avenue, at 6:00 p.m. on the first and third Thursday of each month, unless otherwise announced.
Visit the Council Agenda & Minutes page for more information.

Shaping the Future of the Buena Vista Company Building
2025-06-03 15:00 - 19:00
Join us as we envision the future of one of our community’s beloved landmarks—The Buena Vista Company Building, currently serving as the Public Library. Join us on June 3rd for an interactive input session to share ideas, explore possibilities, and create a vision for this historic building.
Itinerary:3:00pm-5:00pm: Stakeholder SessionOpen to all interested community members, this session will review prior City plans, include a brief walking tour to review Buena Vista’ broader revitalization efforts, and offer community and business leaders an opportunity to share their perspectives on the building’s current role and potential uses.
5:00pm-7:00pm: Public Input SessionA broader community forum where all residents are invited to participate in a hands-on design charrette to vision, brainstorm, sketch, and evaluate potential ideas for the building’s future.Both sessions are open to all, and we encourage you to participate in as much as you can. Your input is vital in ensuring this study reflects our community’s priorities.
For more information, visit www.buenavistava.org/librarybuilding-design-sessions/

City Offices Closed July 4, 2025 in Observance of Independence Day.
2025-07-04
Business and residential refuse collections will remain unchanged.

Outdoor Spaces Meeting
2025-08-23 09:00 - 11:00
Starts at 9:00 am at City hall, then continues with site visits.

54th Annual Labor Day Fest
2025-09-01
Join us Monday, September 1st for our 54th Annual Labor Day Festival to kick off the 2025 election season in Buena Vista!
The day is packed full of festivities including:
5K road race & family fun run
The annual parade to meet politicians & local groups
Speeches from politicians
Live music and performances
Fun-filled family activities
Fireworks!
Register to enter the parade at: https://www.buenavistava.org/labor-day-parade/
To take part in political speeches, be a vendor, or participate in other activities, call the park office at 540-261-7321
See the full schedule of events below

City Offices closed September 1, 2025 in observance of Labor Day
2025-09-01 08:00 - 18:00
Residential refuse collection will be delayed by one day.

Economic Development Authority Meeting
2025-09-04 16:00 - 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 FY26 Façade Improvement Grant Program and reviewing the EDA by-laws for potential future updates.
Date: Thursday, September 4, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Virginia Innovation Accelerator (VIA) Classroom; 245 W 21st St., 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.

School Facilities Committee Meeting
2025-10-06 18:00

Buena Vista Candidates Forum
2025-10-07 18:00
Join us October 7, 2025, 6pm at the Parry McCluer Middle School auditorium for a Candidate Forum to hear the candidates running for the offices of; City Council, Mayor, and Sherriff.

City Offices Closed in Observance of Columbus and Indigenous Peoples’ Day
2025-10-13
City Offices will be closed October 13, 2025 in observance of Columbus and Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Residential Refuse Collection will be delayed by one day.

Outdoor Spaces Committee Meeting
2025-11-08 09:00 - 18:00
Outdoor Spaces Committee will meet November 8, 2025 at 9am, the meeting will start at City Hall.

Economic Development Authority Meeting
2025-11-10 17:00 - 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 reviewing applications for the FY26 Façade Improvement Grant Program and discussing committee appointment
Date: Monday, November 10, 2025
Time: 5:00 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 agenda here: EDA Agenda – November 10, 2025

City Offices Closed in Observance of Thanksgiving Holiday
2025-11-26 08:00 - 2025-11-28 18:00
City offices will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving holiday November 26-28, 2025. Residential refuse collection will not take place on Thanksgiving Day, all other days will remain unchanged.

City Offices Closed in Observance of Christmas Holiday
2025-12-24 08:00 - 2025-12-26 18:00
City offices will be closed in observance of the Christmas Holiday December 24-26, 2025. Residential refuse collection will not take place on December 25th, all other days will remain unchanged.

City Offices Closed in Observance of New Years Holiday
2026-01-01 08:00 - 18:00
City offices will be closed in observance of New Years holiday January 1, 2026. Residential refuse collection will be delayed by one day.

City Offices Closed in Observance of Martin Luther King Day
2026-01-12 08:00 - 18:00
City offices will be closed inobservance of Martin Luther King Day, January 19, 2026. Residential refuse collection will be delayed by one day.

City Offices Closed in Observance of President’s Day
2026-01-28
City offices will be closed Monday February 16, 2026 in observance of President’s Day. Residential refuse collection will be delayed by one day.

Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting
2026-02-17 18:00, 2026-03-17 18:00

Annual Meeting of the Local Board of Building Code Appeals
2026-03-03 16:00 - 17:00
The Annual Meeting of the Local Board of Building Code Appeals will meet in the Economic Development Office on the 2nd floor of City Hall, 2039 Sycamore Ave.

Budget & Finance Committee Meeting
2026-03-16 16:00 - 18:00

Budget & Finance Committee Meeting
2026-03-30 16:00 - 18:00
Members of the Budget & Finance Committee will meet on Monday, March 30, 2026 at 4:00 pm, in Council Chambers at 2039 Sycamore Ave, Buena Vista VA, 24416

City Council Meeting
2026-04-02 18:00 | Council Chambers, 2039 Sycamore Avenue, Buena Vista, VA, 24416-3133, United States
Members of the Buena Vista City Council meet in Council Chambers, 2039 Sycamore Avenue, at 6:00 p.m. on the first and third Thursday of each month, unless otherwise announced.
Visit the Council Agenda & Minutes page for more information.
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JULY 2026 UPDATE: The July 2, 2026 City Council meeting has been cancelled. Regular council sessions will resume July 16, 2026.

City Offices Closed in Observance of Easter Holiday
2026-04-03
City offices will be closed Friday April 3rd in observance of Easter Holiday. Residential refuse collection will remain unchanged.

Budget & Finance Committee Meeting
2026-04-06 16:00 | Council Chambers, 2039 Sycamore Avenue, Buena Vista, VA, 24416-3133, United States
Members of the Budget & Finance Committee will meet on Monday, April 6, 2026 at 4:00 pm, in Council Chambers at 2039 Sycamore Ave, Buena Vista VA, 24416

Glen Maury Park Committee Meeting
2026-04-08 18:00 | Council Chambers, 2039 Sycamore Avenue, Buena Vista, VA, 24416-3133, United States
Members of the Glen Maury Park Committee will be meeting on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers at 2039 Sycamore Avenue, Buena Vista, VA 24416.

Budget & Finance Committee Meeting
2026-04-13 16:00 | Council Chambers, 2039 Sycamore Avenue, Buena Vista, VA, 24416-3133, United States
Members of the Budget & Finance Committee will meet on Monday, April, 13 2026 at 4:00 pm, in Council Chambers at 2039 Sycamore Ave, Buena Vista VA, 24416

Planning Commission Meeting
2026-04-14 19:00 | Council Chambers, 2039 Sycamore Avenue, Buena Vista, VA, 24416-3133, United States
Members of the Planning Commission meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 2039 Sycamore Ave, Buena Vista, VA 24116.
