What happened at the Nov. 12 Board of Supervisors Meeting?

Here’s a quick summary of actions taken by the Board of Supervisors during the Oct. 8 Regular Meeting:

E.         PRESENTATIONS    

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Personal Property and Real Estate Taxes Due by Dec. 5

James City County Personal Property and Real Estate tax bills have been mailed and are due Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019. If you do not receive your tax bill by Nov. 18, 2019, please call the Treasurer’s Office at 757-253-6705. Taxes are still due even if you di...

Are you ready for Engage 2045: Summit on the Future?

On Nov. 18, the County will host Engage 2045: Summit on the Future. This special event will be held in six locations throughout the County that will be connected via live polling to get input from you on the update of the Comprehensive Plan. Rachel Becke,...

Veterans Park Tennis Courts Close

The construction of 8 new pickleball courts is underway at Veterans Park, also known to many as Kidsburg. The tennis courts closed Nov. 5 and will be replaced by new pickleball courts. Work to demolish the existing tennis and pickleball courts, which are ...

Williamsburg-Area Localities Recognized for Enrolling Citizens in Medicaid Expansion Program

On Oct. 30, the Williamsburg Health Foundation (WHF) celebrated Medicaid Expansion in Virginia and the work of Williamsburg-area localities to enroll local citizens. Medicaid Expansion gives more adults access to low-cost or no-cost health insurance. Havi...

Engage 2045: Comprehensive Plan Update Summit on the Future

James City County invites community members to participate in the Summit on the Future on Monday, Nov. 18 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. This Summit is the first opportunity during the Engage 2045 Comprehensive Plan update process for community members to shape the ...

Share Your Vision on Shaping Our Shores

The Shaping Our Shores (SOS) Master Plan was adopted in 2009 to guide the development of three of James City County’s waterfront park facilities – Chickahominy Riverfront Park, Jamestown Beach Event Park and the James City Cou...

November Events

Aquatics 

American Red Cross Lifeguard
Re-Certification • Ages 15+Saturday, Nov. 2, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.$55James City County Recreation CenterRenew your lifeguarding and CPR/AED for professional rescuers certifications. You must succ...

Axe Republic Opens in New Town Williamsburg

James City County is pleased to announce that Axe Republic has opened at 4919 Courthouse Street in New Town Williamsburg. Axe Republic is an entertainment axe throwing venue that hosts individuals, groups and leagues. Axe Republic is owned by Nikki Monter...

2019 Leaf Disposal Options Announced

Self HaulJames City County residents may drop off leaves free of charge Nov. 11-24, 2019 and Jan. 6-19, 2020 at the Jolly Pond Convenience Center, 1204 Jolly Pond Road. The Convenience Center is open daily from 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Leaves will only be accepted i...

Peterson Graduates from FBI National Academy

Major Eric Peterson with James City County Police Department and two hundred and fifty five other law enforcement officers graduated from the FBI National Academy Program at Quantico, VA on Sept. 13. The 277^th Session of the National Academy consisted of ...

Police Name Sharon Abney and Kevin Renee DeVerell Volunteers of the Year

On Aug. 23, James City County Police Department hosted its annual Volunteers in Police Services (VIPS) Annual Appreciation Dinner. During the event, Chief Brad Rinehimer presented Sharon Abney and Kevin Renee DeVerell with the VIPS Volunteer of the Year a...

Police Offer Firearm Safety Courses

James City County Police Department is offering free firearm safety classes to the public this fall. Each one-session class will cover basic safety, handling, storage and laws related to carrying a concealed handgun in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The cl...

New Opportunity for County Businesses

Economic Development is pleased to announce a new initiative to feature County-based businesses in its communications and outreach. Businesses located in James City County are invited to complete an online survey. Submissions will be used to curate conten...

Police Remind Citizens to Lock Vehicle Doors

Residents are reminded to protect their property by removing valuables (especially electronics, firearms, purses/wallets and shopping bags) from vehicles and always locking doors, keeping windows and doors locked at night and when not at home and keeping ...