Fly the colors on Saturday, May 19th as a “thank you” to all our veterans!

“No Through Trucks” Enforcement to Begin

Beginning May 18, 2012, “through trucks” with 3 axles or more will not be allowed through downtown Kilmarnock and must take the truck route along Harris Rd. and James B. Jones Memorial Highway. “Through trucks” are considered those traveling along Rt. 3 from White Stone northbound beyond Kilmarnock and vice versa. The restriction would apply to through trucks and trailers or semi-trailer combinations. It would not apply to panel trucks or pickup trucks pulling campers or boats.

“We believe that removing the big, heavy through trucks from the center of town will improve pedestrian safety and make the town more welcoming and attractive to shoppers and visitors without imposing an unreasonable burden on the truckers,” said Tom Saunders, Town Manager. “Our bypass isn’t perfect, but it’s adequate and it usually saves time.”

Trucks traveling to Rt. 200 into or from Northumberland County, any local deliveries within Kilmarnock or grain trucks going to the Waverly Avenue elevator are not affected.

“Kilmarnock Police Department will begin enforcement immediately. Violations are considered a Class 1 misdemeanor with fines and costs typically exceeding $100” stated Kilmarnock’s Police Chief, Mike Bedell.

This change was enacted after local public hearings in 2011 and a VDOT review. The Commonwealth of Virginia Transportation Board gave a final approval in April 2012.

Emerson Gravatt Sworn In

Emerson Gravatt was sworn in on May 15, 2012 followed the certification of the Special Election. He will fill a 2 year Town Council position. The Commonwealth of Virginia requires that in the case of  Special Elections, the winning candidate be sworn in immediately. The three, 4 year term Council members will be sworn in on July1, 2012.

Upcoming events in & around Kilmarnock:

  • Triangle Trolley has stared up for the 2012 season, Fridays 4-10PM, Saturdays, 9AM-10PM

  • May 18 & 19: By the Bay Parade of Homes: click to get tickets and see the featured properties.
  • May 19: Hazardous Waste Collections: Lancaster County site,7:30 AM to 11:00 AM at the Kilmarnock Refuse Site on White Pine Drive. Citizens will be able to dispose of up to 50 pounds of household hazardous wastes at no cost, but will be charged $1.05 per pound for amounts in excess of 50 pounds. Hazardous materials that will be accepted include fluorescent bulbs, pesticides, antifreeze, cleaners, paint, old/contaminated fuels and household chemicals.
  • June 2: Grand Opening and Dedication of Baylor Park
  • June 14, Flag Day:  Need to “retire” your American flag but don’t know how to do it properly? Bring it to the town lot on N. Main & Town Centre Drive at 5:30PM for an official retirement ceremony. Brought to you by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxilliary, Kilmarock Vol. Fire Dept. and the Town of Kilmarnock.
  • June 16: Unveiling of the commemorative dog bricks at Scottie Yard, 11:00 AM. Bring fido too!
  • June 23rd: 4th Annual Kilmarnock Wine Festival: Buy your tickets on line.

Public Hearing

A public hearing has  been reschedule by the Kilmarnock Planning Commission for June 11, 2012 at 6 PM in the Kilmarnock Town Hall, 514 North Main Street, Kilmarnock, VA.

The hearing is to solicit public comment on a proposed text amendment to the Town’s Technology Zones Ordinance.  Ch.43, Section 43-4.  Amendments are particular to expanding the zone boundaries.  Citizens are invited to provide their input in person or in writing.  Public hearing documents can be found at the Town Office, 514 N. Main St., Kilmarnock, VA 22482 during office hours, Monday – Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM; and online at www.kilmarnockva.com.  Questions and comments may be directed to Marshall Sebra at 804-435-1552 ext.32, or msebra@kilmarnockva.com.  Individuals with a disability, as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, desiring to attend this public hearing should contact the Town Manager’s Office ten days prior to the meeting so as to ensure appropriate accommodations are provided.

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