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About Our Town

Welcome to the official website of Gate City, Virginia, your dedicated hub for all municipal services and information.

This platform is designed to serve our residents by providing easy access to essential resources, timely updates and comprehensive details about our community’s governance. Whether you’re looking to pay utility bills, explore town initiatives, or find contact information for departments and personnel, our site is tailored to meet all your needs in one convenient place.

In the committees and commissions section, you can discover the roles and responsibilities of each Gate City group, view meeting schedules and access minutes and agendas. Each committee is committed to fostering community involvement and transparency, ensuring that every resident has a voice in shaping Gate City’s future.

Additionally, our document center hosts a vast library of important materials, including permits, application forms and strategic planning reports, all available for download at your convenience.

Stay informed with the latest Gate City municipal news through our public notices and press releases. Here, you’ll find everything from upcoming events to recent town achievements. We encourage all residents to utilize this platform to stay connected and informed about what’s happening in Gate City. Our goal is to ensure that every resident has immediate access to the most relevant information that our town has to offer.

Gate City Service Line Inventory

Mandatory Questionnaire for Gate City Water Users

Complete by September 30th, 2024

Public Notices

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Oct 01 2024
Public Notices

Council Meeting Postponed

The Gate City Town Council meeting that was scheduled for Tuesday, October 8th, 2024 has been postponed until Tuesday, October 15th, 2024. 

Sep 30 2024
Public Notices

Emergency Called Meeting

The Emergency Called Meeting will be held at the Gate City Town Hall on Monday, September 30th, 2024, at 6.30 PM.

Aug 14 2024
Public Notices

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

Please be informed that a Public Hearing will be conducted by the Gate City Town Council on Tuesday, September 10th, 2024, at 6:30 P.M.

Aug 09 2024
Public Notices

Town Manager Report – August 13th, 2024

The Town Manager’s report for August of 2024.

Jul 26 2024
Public Notices

SPECIAL CALLED MEETING NOTICE

Please take notice that on Monday, July 29th, 2024, at 6:00 P.M., there will be a Special Called Meeting conducted by the Gate City Town Council.

Jul 19 2024
Public Notices

Public Notice

The Mayor of Gate City, Jamie Lawson, along with the Economic Redevelopment Committee which consists of Council Members Pat Elliott and Michele Rusek, will be meeting...
Jul 16 2024
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Public Notice

The Gate City Town Council has scheduled a workshop with Gate City Frontier, Inc. Date: Monday, August 12, 2024Time: 6:00 PMLocation: Council Chambers, Town Hall, 156...
Jul 12 2024
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Public Notice

The Mayor of Gate City, Jamie Lawson, along with Council Members Pat Elliott and Michele Rusek, will be attending the Scott County Public Service Authority meeting....
Mar 05 2024
Public Notices

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

Please be informed that a Public Hearing will be conducted by the Gate City Town Council on Tuesday, March 12th, 2024, at 6:30 P.M. Location:   Gate City Town...
Mar 05 2024
Public Notices

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

Please be informed that a Public Hearing will be conducted by the Gate City Town Council on Tuesday, March 12th, 2024, at 6:30 P.M. Location:   Gate City Town...

Press Releases

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Aug 27 2024
Press Releases

Water Service Line Survey: Public Participation Requested

This important survey aims to gather crucial information regarding the types of water service lines currently in use across our community.

Gate City's Water Treatment Plant was recognized for excellence and received the gold award in 2020.
Jun 14 2021
Press Releases

Water Treatment Plant Recognized for Excellence

The Town of Gate City’s Water Treatment Plant was presented with the Gold Standard award by the Virginia Department of Health. The Gold Standard award was given in...
Jan 04 2021
Press Releases

Municipal Utility Relief Program – EXTENDED DEADLINE

For Immediate Release:January 4, 2021 Contact:Greg Jones (276) 386-3831Town Manager townmanager@mygatecity.com GATE CITY, VA Municipal Utility Relief Program – EXTENDED...
Dec 14 2020
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COVID-19 Municipal Utility Relief Program MAY Provide Assistance with Customer Arrearages

For Immediate Release:December 14, 2020 Contact:Greg JonesTown Manager(276) 386-3831townmanager@mygatecity.com GATE CITY, VA – Municipal Utility Relief Program COVID-19...
Nov 17 2020
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GATE CITY,VA Town of Gate City Receives Virginia Tourism Corporation Recovery Marketing Leverage Grant for Tourism Marketing

For Immediate Release:November 17, 2020 Contact:Greg Jones (276) 386-3831Town Manager townmanager@mygatecity.com GATE CITY,VA Town of Gate City Receives Virginia...
Aug 13 2020
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Water Treatment Plant Recognized for Excellence

For Immediate Release: August 13, 2020 Contact: Greg Jones(276) 386-3831Town Managertownmanager@mygatecity.com GATE CITY, VA Water Treatment Plant Recognized for...
Stop COVID-19
Apr 03 2020
Press Releases

GATE CITY, VA – Gate City Town Hall Temporarily Closed in Response to COVID-19

April 3rd, 2020Contact: Greg Jones, Town ManagerPhone: (276) 386-3831Email: townmanager@mygatecity.com GATE CITY, VA – Gate City Town Hall Temporarily Closed...
Sep 27 2019
Press Releases

Repaving Kane Street and Jackson Street

VDOT has informed the Town that Kane Street and Jackson Street (from Aurora Street to Sue Street) will be repaved. The project will begin on Monday, September 30th....
May 10 2019
Press Releases

GATE CITY, VA WATER TREATMENT PLANT RECOGNIZED FOR EXCELLENCE

PRESS RELEASE May 10th 2019 GATE CITY, VA WATER TREATMENT PLANT RECOGNIZED FOR EXCELLENCE The Town of Gate City’s Water Treatment Plant was presented with the Gold...
Feb 05 2019
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Housing Rehabilitation Project – Park Street

GATE CITY, VA – Housing Rehabilitation Project – Park Street The Town of Gate City has been awarded $522,200 the Park Street Housing Rehabilitation project from the...

Document Center

Document center including town codes, press releases, public notices, minutes from town committee and commission meetings, agendas and more.

Bill Pay

Pay bills online including real estate taxes, park shelter rentals, parking tickets, water/sewer and business licenses.

City Departments

Property Maintenance

Investigates issues regarding high weeds and grass, rubbish, abandoned vehicles, exterior building maintenance, code violations and more.

Public Works and Water Development

Constructs, maintains, preserves, and protects town infrastructure, including storm related issues, water, sewer, refuse collection and more.

Police Department

Providing professional, effective, and courteous public service by working to create a safe environment and improve the quality of life for all of our citizens.

Sanitation Authority

It's purpose is to treat waste water from the town and its responsibilities include construction, operation, maintenance and improvement of the sewage collection system.

Power Outage

Check a detailed power outage map for your area from Appalachian Power. Get alerts, current status or report an outage.

City Business

Careers

Listing of current positions available within the Town of Gate City and online application.

Requests for Proposal and Qualifications

Current competitive offers for projects for the Town of Gate City.

City Ordinances

Full online library of Gate City ordinaces, searchable and shareable. Sign up for notifications of changes to ordinaces.

Business Development

Link to Gate City Business Development site with details on opportunities, commercial real estate available in the area and more.

Visit Gate City, Virginia!

Small in size but big on adventure, Gate City has plenty to offer the whole family. Independent shops, eateries, attractions, jaw-dropping views — join in the fun!

City Event Calendar