1. FXBG skyline trees newsflash-1 (1)

    Arbor Day Foundation Names Fredericksburg a 2022 Tree City USA

    The City has been named 2022 Tree City USA for the 36th year by the Arbor Day Foundation to honor our commitment to effective urban forest management. Arbor Day Ceremony planned for Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at 10 a.m. Read on...
  2. Fxbgo new bus

    Fredericksburg Regional Transit Awarded Two Hospital Grants

    Fredericksburg Regional Transit (FXBGO!) is excited to announce that it has been awarded a grant in the amount of $20,000 from the Joe and Mary Wilson Community Benefit Fund of Mary Washington Hospital Foundation and $20,000 from the Stafford Hospital... Read on...
  3. Budget Recommended FY24 Newsflash image

    City Manager's Recommended FY 2024 Budget

    On March 14, the City Manager released his Recommended FY 2024 Budget to Council at their regular meeting. Council will discuss the budget at upcoming meetings and finalize it by May 2023. Read on...
  4. Fireworks newsflash

    Fireworks at the FredNats Ballpark

    The Fredericksburg Nationals Baseball Team will be displaying fireworks at the FredNats’ Virginia Credit Union Stadium at the conclusion of their Friday home games for the 2023 season. Read on...
  5. Wall-of-honor-newsflash

    Nominations for City Wall of Honor 2023

    The Memorials Advisory Commission is seeking nominations to the City Wall of Honor for 2023, recognizing those who have made significant contributions to the welfare of the city and the betterment of society. Deadline for submission is May 13, 2023. Read on...
  6. Annual Water Flushing

    Annual Water Disinfection Change and Flushing Begins March 13

    Spotsylvania and the City of Fredericksburg will conduct our annual flushing of the water distribution system. During this period, city water customers may notice a change in the taste or odor of their tap water. Read on...
  7. ADU  newsflash-1 (1)

    Accessory Dwelling Units in Fredericksburg

    Planning Commission Public Sessions and Information The city is conducting a community process to develop an ADU ordinance. Questions regarding ADU's and the schedule of public meetings to discuss the ordinance proposal are available. Read on...
  8. FXBG Now Hiring newsflash-1

    Join Team FXBG

    Now that the new year is here are you considering changing careers or want to work closer to home, explore joining Team FXBG! Read on...
  9. Photo behind speakers showing audience

    Civil Rights Trail Unveiling, "Freedom, a Work in Progress"

    On February 23, the City in partnership with University of Mary Washington held the Civil Rights Trail Unveiling Ceremony. Many community members and elders from whom the never-before-told stories were collected, celebrated this historic event. Read on...
  10. VA EBT newsflash-1

    Extra mid-month (supplemental) SNAP benefits will end on 3/1/2023

    Virginia’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) extra mid-month (supplemental) SNAP benefits will end on 3/1/2023. Regular SNAP benefits on pre-covid amounts will continue based on your eligibility. Read more here... Read on...
  11. FXBG sheriff car-1

    Fredericksburg Sheriff’s Office Unveils New Patrol Car Design

    Officers with the Fredericksburg Sheriff’s Office are hitting the streets in style with a new patrol car design. The modern design incorporates the City’s branded graphic, the Sheriff’s Office iconic badge and the colors yellow and black. Read on...
  12. Lodge newsflash-1

    City of FXBG, WHM complete transfer of Mary Washington Lodge property

    Washington Heritage Museums is the new owner of the historic Mary Washington Monument and Lodge property in Fredericksburg. The City of Fredericksburg donated the 1.36-acre property at 1500 Washington Avenue earlier this month... Read on...
  13. COR New Hours newsflash-1

    City Commissioner of the Revenue Announces New Hours

    The Commissioner of the Revenue’s office, located in City Hall, 715 Princess Anne Street, will begin closing at 4:00 p.m. effective Wednesday, February 1st. In addition, for the months of February, March, and April, the office will be closed on Monday Read on...
  14. Phase Three report newsflash-1

    Phase Three Final Report on Council Priorities

    City Council received the Phase Three Final Report of Progress and Action on their Priorities for 2020-2022 at their December 13, 2022 Regular Council Meeting. This offers a summary of work accomplished over the past two years. Read on...
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    Intermittent Lane Closures at Fredericksburg VRE Train Bridges Begin January 16

    VRE Rehabilitation Project includes bridge repairs. Short term, intermittent lane closures on Charles, Princess Anne, Caroline, and Sophia Streets are scheduled to begin the week of January 16th in the immediate area around the train station. Read on...
  16. Public Safety Brief Newsflash

    Public Safety Briefing

    The Council received a public safety brief at their December 13 work session. The brief contains the current status report and future plans for police and fire. Read on...
  17. Meeting-Railroad-Ave-newsflash

    CSX Community Updates

    The City is committed to continued engagement with CSX on impacts and issues as they work to address concerns, focus on safety, and improve the relationship between businesses and the communities they impact in Fredericksburg. Read on...
  18. City Managers Report

    City Manager's Report

    The City Manager provides an update twice a month to Council and citizens on important topics and events. Read on...
  19. Alternative Fuel Workshop newsflash-1

    Fredericksburg’s Major Step Toward Greener Fleet Vehicles

    Drive Clean Rural USA Project comes to Dixon Park for hands-on demonstration. More than thirty people attended the City of Fredericksburg’s Alternative Fuel Vehicle Workshop on October 27th, 2022 in Dixon Park. Read on...
  20. Sustainability Newsflash

    Environmental Sustainability Program

    The City is happy to announce the launch of the Environmental Sustainability Program's website. By connecting our community with resources and programs that are available, accessible, and affordable, the Program aims to support individual action Read on...
  21. V3 Certified Company

    Official V3 Certified Company

    The City is now an official V3 Certified Company, which is a program that helps employers develop and implement long-term strategies and nationally recognized best practices in recruiting, hiring and retaining Veterans. Read on...
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