Notices
Boil Water Advisory
BOIL WATER ADVISORY UPDATE
March 30, 2026
The City of Covington continues to respond to a major water line break impacting portions of South Covington.
This advisory applies only to affected areas and is not citywide. Read more....Boil Water Advisory-Update
PUBLIC NOTICE
Columbia Gas Repairs
Monday, March 30,2026
The City of Covington would like to make citizens and businesses aware that starting Monday, March 30, 2026 until work is completed;
Columbia Gas and Miller Pipeline will begin working on S. Lexington Ave towards the downtown area. This may result in lane closures or
delays to your travel. If you would like any more information or have questions, please contact the Public Works Office at 540-965-6321 or 540-965-6322.
PUBLIC NOTICE
CALL FOR INTERIM APPOINTMENT
TO COVINGTON CITY COUNCIL - DISTRICT 2
As a result of the untimely passing of Mr. Fred F. Forbes III, the Covington City Council must make an interim appointment to fill the District 2 seat on City Council in accordance with the provisions of Code of Virginia § 24.2-228.
The City of Covington is accepting letters of interest and resumes from individuals who wish to be considered for appointment to serve as the District 2 representative on City Council until the vacancy is filled in accordance with state law.
Individuals interested in serving must meet the following qualifications:
• Must be a qualified voter of the City of Covington.
• Must be a legal resident of District 2 within the City of Covington.
• Must maintain residency in District 2 throughout the term of service.
• Must be eligible to hold public office under the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Must be willing and able to attend all regular and called meetings of City Council and fulfill the duties of the office.
• Applicants who currently serve on any board, commission, or committee appointed by the Covington City Council must resign from that position prior to being appointed to City Council.
Interested individuals should submit a resume and cover letter of interest to:
Amber Berberette, City Clerk
City of Covington
333 W. Locust Street
Covington, Virginia 24426
Applications may be submitted by:
• Dropping them off at the City Manager’s Office
• Emailing them to cityclerk@covington.va.us
• Mailing them to the address listed above
Applications will be accepted until 5:00 PM on Friday, April 10, 2026.
City Council reserves the right to continue accepting applications until the vacancy is filled.
CALLED MEETING NOTICE
Called Joint Meeting Notice and Agenda with
Alleghany Highlands Public School Board
Monday, March 30, 2026 at 6:30
MARCH 05, 2026
MAYOR FRED F. FORBES III
VICE MAYOR RAYMOND C. HUNTER
COUNCIL WOMAN SUSAN S. CROWDER
COUNCILMAN DAVID B. GOFF
COUNCIL WOMAN SUSAN S. WOLFE
Notice is hereby given that a Called Meeting of the Council of the City of Covington, Virginia, will be held on Monday, March 30, 2026, at 6:30 PM, at the Alleghany County Governmental Office Building, 9212 Winterbeny Avenue, Covington, Virginia 24426.
The purpose of the meeting is:
1. To convene in joint session with the Alleghany Highlands Public School Board and the Alleghany County Board of Supervisors for the presentation, review, and discussion of school budget requests and related information.
2. To consider and take such action as may be necessaiy and proper in connection with the foregoing. This notice is provided pursuant to applicable provisions of the Code of Virginia.
HYDRANT FLUSHING
City of Covington Public Notice
HYDRANT FLUSHING
REVISED DATES: April 12, 2026 – April 24, 2026
The City of Covington Public Works will be flushing Fire Hydrants throughout the City between the dates of Sunday, April 12, 2026, through Friday, April 24, 2026. This will take place from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. beginning the evening of April 12th. Please be aware that this may cause color discoloration of your water. If you notice any discoloration, turn your water on and let it run until it clears up. If you would like any more information or have questions, please contact the Public Works Office at (540) 965-6321 or (540) 965-6322
GOOD FRIDAY CLOSING
City of Covington Public Notice
CITY CLOSING FOR GOOD FRIDAY
The City of Covington would like to inform citizens and businesses that all City of Covington offices and State Offices will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026, in observance of Good Friday. The Refuse Collection for Friday, April 3, 2026 will be collected on Thursday, April 2, 2026. All offices will reopen on Monday, April 6, 2026.
Please direct any questions, comments, or concerns that you may have to the Public Works Department at ((540) 965-6321 or (540) 965-6322.
2026 SPRING CLEANUP
Spring Clean-up for the City of Covington
Covington City residents will have the opportunity to dispose of unwanted items through the City’s Spring Clean-up to be held the weeks of April 27th, 2026 through
May 8th, 2026. Your spring clean-up items will be picked up on your regular refuse collection day. PLEASE NOTE: If your items are not out on your designated clean-up day, we will not be able to return due to time restrictions. The City will only pick up articles placed at the resident’s normal refuse pickup area. The Clean-up does not include commercial or contractors who have debris. Residents are advised to keep white goods (stoves, refrigerators, etc.) & tires separated from other disposed of articles. Tires on rims will not be accepted. There will be a limit of 6 tires per resident. Tires and brush will be picked up separately. “WHOLE TREES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.” One (1) truckload per household will be strictly enforced. The City will be divided into East and West sections using the CSX Railroad Tracks as the dividing line during the two (2) weeks clean-up.
Week of April 27, 2026, through May 1, 2026 – EAST SIDE OF RAILROAD TRACKS.
Week of May 4, 2026, through May 8, 2026 – WEST SIDE OF RAILROAD TRACKS
PUBLIC NOTICE FOR PROCLAMATION SIGNING
Proclamation Signing Ceremony
March 11, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Notice is hereby given that the City of Covington will host a proclamation signing ceremony on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 3:00 PM in the Covington Council Chambers, located at 333 West Locust Street, Covington, Virginia 24426. The City, in partnership with the Alleghany County Board of Supervisors, the Town of Clifton Forge, and the Town of Iron Gate, will conduct ceremonial signings for the following proclamations:
1. Designating April 2026 as Clean Up Month in the Alleghany Highlands.
2. Designating March 2026 as National Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awareness Month.
3. Additional proclamations may be added prior to the signing.
One representative from each participating locality will be present to sign applicable proclamations.
This event is open to the public. Area residents and visitors are welcome and encouraged to attend in support of these community initiatives.
Please direct any questions, comments, or concerns to the City Clerk of Council, Amber Berberette, at cityclerk@covington.va.us or by calling (540) 965-6302.
CLOSED MEETING NOTICE
CITY OF COVINGTON COUNCIL CLOSED MEETING NOTICE
FOR TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2026 AT 6:30 PM
IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL
MARCH 05, 2026
MAYOR FRED F. FORBES III
VICE MAYOR RAYMOND C. HUNTER
COUNCIL WOMAN SUSAN S. CROWDER
COUNCILMAN DAVID B. GOFF
COUNCIL WOMAN SUSAN S. WOLFE
Notice is hereby given that a Closed Meeting of the Council of the City of Covington, Virginia, will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, immediately following the regular City Council meeting. Meeting will be held in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 333 West Locust Street, Covington VA, 24426.
The purpose of the meeting is:
1. Discussion and evaluation of City Council appointed personnel.
2. To consider and take such action as may be necessary and proper in connection with the foregoing.
This notice is provided pursuant to applicable provisions of the Code of Virginia.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Proposed Vacation of Undeveloped Public Right-of-Way
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 At 6:30 PM
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Covington, Virginia will conduct a Public Hearing pursuant to § 15.2-2006 of the Code of Virginia (1950, as amended) on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 6:30 PM in the Council Chambers of City Hall, located at 333 West Locust Street, Covington, Virginia.
This notice shall be published once a week for two successive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation in the City of Covington with the first notice appearing no more than 28 days before and the second notice appearing no less than seven days before the hearing.
The meeting is to consider vacating certain undeveloped public rights-of-way pursuant to § 15.2-2006 of the Code of Virginia. The proposed vacation involves portions of undeveloped public right-of-way, including areas of E. Sycamore Street and an original 15-foot alley, located at and adjacent to the former Rivermont School property, for purposes related to the Rivermont redevelopment project.
All interested persons are invited to appear and present their views.
The plat and supporting materials showing the areas proposed for vacation are available for public inspection in the Office of the Building and Zoning Administrator, Eric Tyree, at (540) 965-6357.
The City of Covington is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you require an accommodation or sign language interpreter to participate in the meeting, reasonable accommodation can be made upon request. Please make requests to Amber Berberette, City Clerk to the Council, at least five (5) days in advance of the meeting at cityclerk@covington.va.us or (540) 965-6302.
By Order of the Covington City Council
Amber N. Berberette
City Clerk to the Council
CCTV WORK
City of Covington Public Notice
CCTV Work
March 2, 2026
The City of Covington would like to make citizens and businesses aware that starting Monday, March 2, 2026 until work completed; there will be CCTV work (camera work in our sewer lines) throughout various locations in the City of Covington. This may result in lane closures or delays to your travel.
If you would like any more information or have questions, please contact the Public Works Office at 540-965-6321 or 540-965-6322.
SIDEWALK REPAIRS
City of Covington Public Notice
Sidewalk Repairs
March 2, 2026
The City of Covington would like to make citizens and businesses aware that on Monday, March 2, 2026 the City of Covington will begin sidewalk repairs on the 600 and 700 block of West Jackson Street. All vehicles will need to be removed from this street between 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (No cars should be parked in front of the sidewalk)
Thank you for your understanding and we apologize for the inconvenience. If you would like any more information or have questions, please contact the Public Works Office at 540-965-6321 or 540-965-6322.
COVINGTON CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION CANCELLED
City of Covington Public Information
Covington City Council Work Session Cancelled
The City of Covington, City Council, work session will be cancelled for Tuesday, January 06, 2026. The next Covington City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 6:00 PM at:
City Hall, Council Chambers
333 W. Locust Street
Covington, Virginia
LANE CLOSURES
City of Covington Public Notice
Lane Closures
Thursday, January 8, 2026
The City of Covington would like to make citizens and businesses aware that on Thursday, January 8, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. until work is completed, on lane will be closed on South Durant Road Bridge on both sides due to bridge inspection.
If you would like any more information or have questions, please contact the Public Works Office at 540-965-6321 or 540-965-6322.
RAYON BRIDGE CLOSURE
City of Covington Public Notice
RAYON BRIDGE CLOSURE
Monday, January 12, 2026
The City of Covington would like to make our citizens and business owners aware that the Rayon Bridge will be CLOSED for scheduled maintenance beginning Monday, January 12, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. until work is completed. Please take alternate routes to avoid this area.
Thank you for your patience and understanding. Please direct any questions, comments, or concerns that you may have to the Public Works Office at 540-965-6321 or 540-965-6322.
NOTICE OF JOINT PUBLIC HEARING WITH COVINGTON CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION
NOTICE OF JOINT PUBLIC HEARING WITH
COVINGTON CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION
FOR JANUARY 13, 2026, AT 6:00 PM
ONLY CITY COUNCIL MEETING FOR JANUARY 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Council for the City of Covington, Virginia, will conduct a Joint Public Hearing with the Covington Planning Commission pursuant to Section 15.2-2204(A) of the Code of Virginia (1950, as amended) on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers of City Hall, located at 333 W. Locust Street, Covington, Virginia.
The joint public hearing is to consider:
The City of Covington’s Building and Zoning Office has received a request from Sherry Barker regarding the property located at 515 E. Cypress Street (Lot 20, Block 293, Section 8), which is zoned C-2. Mrs. Barker is requesting a Special Exception Permit to allow a freestanding structure that was installed as a replacement for the former front awning prior to receiving approval. This request seeks authorization for the structure to remain on the property.
Any person desiring to be heard in favor of, in opposition to, or to express his or her views with respect to the proposed action may appear before and be heard by the City Council during the Public Hearing in the City Council Chambers, Covington City Hall, on the above-stated date and time.
For zoning information, contact: Eric Tyree, Building/Zoning, at (540) 965-6357.
The City of Covington complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you require an accommodation or sign-language interpreter to participate in the meeting, reasonable accommodation can be provided upon request. Requests should be made to the Clerk of the City of Covington at least five (5) days in advance of the meeting at (540) 965-6302 or cityclerk@covington.va.us.
Covington City Council
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY CLOSING INFORMATION
City of Covington Public Notice
CITY OF COVINGTON OFFICES
MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY CLOSING INFORMATION
The City of Covington would like to make citizens and businesses aware that All City of Covington offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday. The Refuse Collection for Monday, January 19, 2026, will be collected on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. State Offices (Commissioner of Revenue, Treasurer and Registrar) will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026. All offices will reopen on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Please direct any questions, comments, or concerns that you may have to the Public Works Department at (540) 965-6321 or (540) 965-6322.
EMERGENCY PROCUREMENT NOTICE
Emergency Procurement Notice
January 2, 2026
Contract Date: 1/5/2026-Complete
Provider: Lanford Brothers Company, Inc.
Purpose: Procurement of Non-Professional services to repair/replace Oak Wedge blocking under the Rayon Bridge. This has been a critical recommendation by our bridge inspection firm (Mattern & Craig) and per VDOT and the FHWA if the repairs are not made it could result in the closure of the bridge all together. The cost of project estimated to be $ 38,000.00 and will be updated if necessary.
LIFTING A BOIL WATER ADVISORY
Lifting a Boil Water Advisory
Boil Water Advisory to Consumers of
The City of Covington LIFTED
As of December 20, 2025, the Boil Water Advisory has been lifted for homes in The Water Treatment Plant of the City of Covington.
The Boil Water Advisory was issued on December 16, 2025, after service interruption and loss of water pressure to customers of The City of Covington Water Treatment Plant.
A series of bacteriological samples were collected and sent to a state certified lab. All samples collected on December 17th & 18th were absent of both total coliform and E. coli bacteria in the area where the Boil Water Advisory is currently being lifted.
Following flushing the service line and premise plumbing, residents can safely resume normal use of their tap water.
For more information, please contact The City of Covington Public Works Department.
This notice is being sent to you by The City of Covington Public Works Department. State Water System ID#: 2580100.
Date of Notice: December 20, 2025.
RAYON BRIDGE WEIGHT TONNAGE CHANGE
City of Covington Public Notice
RAYON BRIDGE WEIGHT TONNAGE CHANGE
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATE DECEMBER 22, 2025
The City of Covington would like to make our citizens and business owners aware that the Rayon Drive Bridge will be now posted for a 6-ton rating, effective immediately on December 22, 2025. Please take alternate routes to avoid the bridge if your weight exceeds the new posted 6-ton weight limit.
Thank you for your understanding. Please direct any questions, comments, or concerns that you may have to the Public Works
Office at 540-965-6321 or 540-965-6322.
HAWTHORNE STREET BRIDGE CLOSURE
December 1, 2025 – September 2026
The City of Covington would like to make our citizens and business owners aware that the Hawthrone Street Bridge will be receiving repairs starting December 1, 2025 until September 2026. These repairs will cause the bridge to be CLOSED. Please take alternate routes to avoid this area.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Please direct any questions, comments, or concerns that you may have to the Public Works Office at 540-965-6321 or 540-965-6322.
100 Block of W. Riverside Lane Closure
October 27, 2025
The City of Covington would like to make citizens and businesses aware that beginning Monday, October 27, 2025 from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., there will be lane closures on the 100 block of W. Riverside for road repairs. The lane will remain closed during these hours until the project is complete.
If you would like any more information or have questions, please contact the Public Works Office at 540-965-6321 or 540-965-6322.
Downtown Area Road Closure
September 22, 2025
The City of Covington would like to make citizens and businesses aware that on Monday, September 22, 2025, from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., the 100 block of N. Court will be closed for road repairs. The block will remain closed during these hours until the project is complete.
If you would like any more information or have questions, please contact the Public Works Office at 540-965-6321 or 540-965-6322.
Alleghany County Transfer Station usage for City Residents
Effective August 1, 2025
The City of Covington would like to make residents aware that effective Friday, August 1, 2025, if you personally take refuse to the Alleghany County Transfer Station, you will be responsible for any and all fees.
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Residential Charges @ Island Ford Transfer Station as of August 1, 2025 |
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$ 25.18 |
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1/4 ton - 1/2 ton = |
$ 50.36 |
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1/2 ton - 3/4 ton = |
$ 75.53 |
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3/4 ton - 1 ton = |
$ 100.71 |
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For car tires, the charge will be $2.00 each. |
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For truck tires, the charge will be $4.00 each. |
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For appliances, the charge will be $10.00 each. |
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City residents will need to supply the transfer station with their current |
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address for billing purposes.
The City of Covington will bill City residents for these services and payment can be made to the City via mail or at the City’s Treasurer’s Office. |
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The City of Covington’s refuse trucks will still pick up your refuse on your normal day.
If you would like any more information or have questions, please contact the Public Works Office at 540-965-6321 or 540-965-6322.
