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  • Riding the Art Train: Clifton Forge, Virginia

    Riding the Art Train: Clifton Forge, Virginia by Joan Vannorsdall

    How does an out-of-the-way mountain town—pretty much left for dead a few decades back—make a comeback? It’s a long story that finally comes down to this: creativity and courage.

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    Welcome to Clifton Forge – “A Highlands Treasure.”

    The Town of Clifton Forge, Virginia is a Municipal Corporation and a Political Subdivision of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Although the Town was chartered in 1906, its history dates back to the 1700s. The land that the Town now occupies was originally part of a 1770 land grant to a Robert Gallaspy by Lord Botetourt, the Governor of Virginia.

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    Visit the Town of Clifton Forge, Virginia

    Visit Clifton Forge, Va. in the Alleghany Highlands and enjoy our local area attractions.

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    ‘The Business Incubator and Co-Working Center’

    Located in the building next door to town hall, the Incubator offers open and shared space for entrepreneurs, freelancers, start ups, and those looking for an opportunity to network. The center offers: co-working office space, small and large meeting and conference areas, free WIFI access and WIFI accessible copy and fax machines, a small kitchen and lounge, laptops, projector and screen, high def TV with computer port and 24/7 access with security monitoring.

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    Clifton Forge Public Library

    The mission of the Clifton Forge Public Library is to inform, educate, and entertain the public through a variety of programs, print and non-print sources and community activities.

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    Find a Local Business

    We are proud of the quality businesses in Clifton Forge. Browse our business directory and learn more about us – find a new restaurant, discover a great shop, make reservations to stay the night, enjoy a show and contact professionals when you need a job done right. We are open!

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    Relocating to Clifton Forge, Virginia?

    The Alleghany Highlands offers an extraordinary quality of life for its residents and an exceptional range of opportunities for visitors. Learn about the area Real Estate Resources and the area Schools & Colleges.

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June 24 (Monday)
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Friends of Clifton Forge Public Library
Friends of Clifton Forge Public Library
Jun 24 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friends of Clifton Forge Public Library 6:00pm to 8:00pm Michael Armstrong Room
June 25 (Tuesday)
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Helen Hubler Exhibit in The Gallery
Helen Hubler Exhibit in The Gallery
Jun 25 – Aug 3 all-day
Helen’s body of work are both thoughtful and contemplative. Her careful attention to detail captures form as well as substance, evoking a strong, and often times introspective, emotional response. This Exhibit begins on June 25th, and ends on August 2nd.  The Gallery is open Monday – Saturday 10:00 am to 4:30 pm, and
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Trumpet Lessons
Trumpet Lessons
Jun 25 all-day
 
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Violin Lessons
Violin Lessons
Jun 25 all-day
 
June 26 (Wednesday)
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Helen Hubler Exhibit in The Gallery
Helen Hubler Exhibit in The Gallery
Jun 26 – Aug 4 all-day
Helen’s body of work are both thoughtful and contemplative. Her careful attention to detail captures form as well as substance, evoking a strong, and often times introspective, emotional response. This Exhibit begins on June 25th, and ends on August 2nd.  The Gallery is open Monday – Saturday 10:00 am to 4:30 pm, and
June 27 (Thursday)
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Cello Lessons
Cello Lessons
Jun 27 all-day
 
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Helen Hubler Exhibit in The Gallery
Helen Hubler Exhibit in The Gallery
Jun 27 – Aug 5 all-day
Helen’s body of work are both thoughtful and contemplative. Her careful attention to detail captures form as well as substance, evoking a strong, and often times introspective, emotional response. This Exhibit begins on June 25th, and ends on August 2nd.  The Gallery is open Monday – Saturday 10:00 am to 4:30 pm, and
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Piano Lessons
Piano Lessons
Jun 27 all-day
 
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Free smoke detectors

Fire Department, in cooperation with the Red Cross, is installing smoke detectors at no cost for those in town in need. Call 540-863-2516 to schedule an installation.

Town of Clifton Forge Police Department

Clifton Forge, Virginia

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Notice – New Building Permit Procedures

NEW BUILDING PERMIT PROCEDURES

As of OCTOBER 2, 2017 ALL Building Permits will be issued by Alleghany County Building Department located at 9212 Winterberry Ave, Suite A, in Low Moor.  Permit applications may be picked up at either Alleghany County or Clifton Forge Town Hall.  Zoning approval will still need to be applied for at Town Hall in Clifton Forge prior to applying for a permit at Alleghany County.   If you are unsure, please ask and you will be directed as to the proper route to follow.

Any questions can be directed to Darlene Burcham with the Town of Clifton Forge at 540.863.2500 or Beth Stull with Alleghany County at 540.863.6650.

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Available Properties for Sale

Development in Clifton Forge Va

Clifton Forge Business Park

6+/- Total Acres Available for Development

List of Available Properties for Sale

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2017 Town of Clifton Forge Town Council Goals

1. Continue and improve communications with Town residents through talking, listening, press releases, and Council corner articles.

2. Promote Tax Exemption Program, reminding citizens of its advantages through website communication.

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Seeking Class A or B Contractors

Town of Clifton Forge is seeking Class A or B contractors to participate in the Lower Roxbury revitalization project through DHCD.  Pre-qualification applications are available in the Community Development Office at Clifton Forge Town Hall.

2017 Budget Presentation

2017 Budget Presentation - Adobe .pdf

Working Together, It Happens More Than You Think

For Immediate Release

Working Together, It Happens More Than You Think

By Mayor Tom Sibold, Vice Mayor Gayle Hillert

As elected officials, we hear requests for many things from residents of our communities.  Some are easy to achieve and some more difficult.  In the Alleghany Highlands, to survive and thrive, it is best to work together as one entity using the strengths and contributions of Covington, Iron Gate Alleghany County and Clifton Forge.  In the most recent election, we heard that sentiment expressed many times.

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Virginia Tech’s Save Our Towns Videos

Town of Clifton Forge VA - Virginia Tech "Save Our Towns"

Virginia Tech's Save Our Towns monthly Internet video series

Watch the Season 2 Premiere about Clifton Forge!  Aysha Alsane, student in the College of Architecture and Urban Studies talks about the projects here!

Presented by Virginia Tech, Save Our Towns offers a direct line to leaders throughout Appalachia – as well as the state – who share your vision for building a town for the future.

Board of Zoning Appeals Vacancies

NOTICE

Town of Clifton Forge

Board of Zoning Appeals Vacancies

The Town Council of Clifton Forge is soliciting individuals to apply to fill vacant seats on the Board of Zoning Appeals.

The Board of Zoning Appeals meets to hear appeals by persons aggrieved by any decision of the Zoning Administrator.  The Board may reverse, affirm or modify the decision of the Zoning Administrator.  The Board shall, in specific cases, authorize variances from the Zoning Ordinance.  The Board shall grant special exceptions, when authorized by the Zoning Ordinance, upon proper application.

Applications for committees and boards are available on the Clifton Forge website at www.cliftonforgeva.gov and the Town Manager’s office at Town Hall.  Please send a letter of interest with your name, address, phone, email address and qualifications to:

              Clerk of Clifton Forge Council

              P.O. Box 631

              Clifton Forge, VA 24422

Applications will be accepted until Monday, April 1, 2019.  Please contact the Town Manager’s office at 540-863-2500 if you have any questions.

Town Council – Public Comments Procedure

NOTICE: In order to ensure that all persons wishing to address Council have the opportunity to do so and in a timely manner, Council respectfully requests that all attendees keep conversation with each other during the meeting to a minimum.
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The Town Reminds You of These Important Dates

January 31st - Animal Tags are due
March 1st - Business licenses are due
March 1st - Town Decals go on sale
April 15th - Town Decals are due
June 5th - Second-half real estate taxes due
July 1st - Tax Relief for Elderly or Disabled
December 5th - First-half real estate taxes due and Personal Property Taxes Due
20th day of each month - Food and Beverage Tax

Highlands Scenic Byway

The scenic drive is a must-see experience for all visiting Virginia's Western Highlands and makes the outdoors and nature accessible even to those who would rather not hike into a wilderness area.