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.
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.
Visit Clifton Forge, Va. in the Alleghany Highlands and enjoy our local area attractions.
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.
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!
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.
The Town of Clifton Forge is seeking applicants to build a pool of certified Emergency Medical Care Providers (EMT-B, EMT-A, EMT-I and Paramedic) to staff the Town of Clifton Forge Emergency Medical Services Department. All EMS providers will be hired on a part time basis with a rate of pay between $18.00-$22.00/hour depending on level of certification. An oral interview as well as a practical skills evaluation will be part of the selection process.
Applications may be obtained from the office of the Town Manager or Clifton Forge Police Department,547 Main Street, Clifton Forge, VA, the Clifton Forge Fire Department, 701 Church Street, Clifton Forge, or printed from the Town’s website - Town of Clifton Forge VA Job Application
Positions are open until filled. EEOE
NOTICE OF ANNUAL DRINKING WATER QUALITY REPORT (CCR) TOWN OF CLIFTON FORGE RESIDENTS
A copy of the 2021 report has been posted on the Towns website, 2021 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report. In order to make this report available to all water customers, printed copies can be obtained from Clifton Forge Town Hall at 547 Main Street during normal business hours.
July 5 - July 21, 2022 ~ Monday through Thursday
Meals are provided on a first-come, first-serve basis at the sites listed below:
Edgemont Primary School, breakfast 8 to 9 a.m.; lunch 11 a.m. to 12 noon.
Mountain View Elementary School, breakfast 8 to 9 a.m.; lunch 11 a.m. to 12 noon.
Sharon Elementary School, breakfast 8 to 9 a.m.; lunch 11 a.m. to 12 noon.
Clifton Forge Fire House, lunch only, 11 a.m. to 12 noon.
Summer Meals Flyer download (.pdf)
Alleghany Highlands Public Schools
7/2022
The Town Council of Clifton Forge is soliciting individuals to apply to fill a vacant seat 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 available online 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 Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at 5:00pm. Please contact the Town Manager’s office at 540-863-2500 if you have any questions.
COUNCIL SEEKS PERSONS INTERESTED IN FILLING THE TWO (2) VACANT TOWN COUNCIL POSITIONS
The Council of the Town of Clifton Forge is seeking individuals interested in filling the two (2) vacant council seats. Residents should notify the Town Clerk in writing by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 25, 2022 of their interest. Those individuals who have already been interviewed by Council, on January 11, 2022 need not re-apply.
Town offices and buildings will reopen to the public on Monday, June 21, 2021.
We ask that everyone follow the current CDC recommendations and guidelines. If you have a fever or feel ill please stay home.
RESOLUTION CONFIRMATION THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S DECLARATION OF A LOCAL EMERGENCY (Adobe .pdf ~ 1 pg)
COVID-19 - passed during Town Council Work Session 03-31-20
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.
DUE TO THE RISING FUEL COST THE TOWN OF CLIFTON FORGE PUBLIC WORKS HAS CHANGED THEIR BULK AND BRUSH PICKUPS.
BULK AND BRUSH PICKUP WILL BE AS FOLLOWS:
TUESDAY AUGUST 2ND BULK PICKUP
TUESDAY AUGUST 9TH BRUSH PICKUP
TUESDAY AUGUST 16TH BULK PICK UP
TUESDAY AUGUST 23RD BRUSH PICKUP
TUESDAY AUGUST 30TH BULK PICK UP
THIS EVERY OTHER WEEK PATTERN WILL BE THE NEW BRUSH AND BULK PICKUP SCHEDULE.
WE ARE SORRY FOR ANY INCONVIENCE THIS MAY CAUSE. AS ALWAYS YOU MAY HAUL YOUR OWN BRUSH AND BULK ITEMS TO ISLAND FORD BRIDGE TRANSFER STATION LOCATED ON VALLEY RIDGE RD. IN ALLEGHANY COUNTY.
BULK will be picked up every Tuesday, except for Holidays that fall on Tuesday.
BULK PICK UP
Will accept everything the trash truck will not take except:
BRUSH PICK UP
If you have any further questions, please call our public works department at 540-863-2517.
7/1/22
3/25/2021
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 Charles Unroe with the Town of Clifton Forge at 540.863.2500 or Beth Stull with Alleghany County at 540.863.6650.
Building Permit Application (Alleghany County, VA)
6+/- Total Acres Available for Development
List of Available Properties for Sale
in Clifton Forge, Virginia
Download Town of Clifton Forge web app
Parks and Trails Map - Take a Walk in Clifton Forge, Virginia!
(Adobe .pdf ~ 2 pgs. - legal size 8.5" x 14")
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.
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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January 31st – Animal Tags are due
March 1st – Business licenses 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
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.
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