Panel seeks flexibility on public notice as local daily newspapers wane

Aug 26, 2026

The subcommittee proposed changing state notice rules where a daily newspaper is not available, aiming to give Charlottesville more leeway on posting windows and to reduce costly newspaper ad constraints. Members discussed current workarounds (The Progress, mailed notices, online postings) and concerns about public engagement.

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The subcommittee reviewed a request for legislative relief on noticing requirements for localities without a daily newspaper, proposing more flexibility on timing and methods for public notice.

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