Christopher Anderson Named Deputy Chief of Fire-EMS

Fire Chief Jethro H. Piland, III announced today the appointment of Christopher J. Anderson to serve as the Deputy Chief for Hanover Fire-EMS. Anderson, a long-time Hanover County resident was part of an extensive nationwide search for this role. ...

Hanover Social Services seeks info on those with disabilities for assistance

We’ve all become unfortunately familiar with the trauma that can be caused by tropical storms, hurricanes, floods and even earthquakes in recent years.  To help prepare for the next emergency, the Hanover Department of Social Services wants to ma...

Updating information about your septic systems

State law requires septic tanks located in the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Areas (CBPA) be pumped out at least once every 5 years.   The Department of Public Works monitors compliance of these state requirements for Hanover County. The program re...

Hanover County Recognizes September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

The Hanover County Board of Supervisors has proclaimed September “Childhood Cancer Awareness Month” in Hanover. Pediatric cancer is the leading cause of death by disease in children and the Supervisors acknowledge there are young residents battling this d...

Important dates to remember for this year's General Elections

The Hanover County Voter Registration and Elections Office is committed to helping all eligible registered voters maintain the ability to cast a ballot in the upcoming November 8, 2022 General Election. 

In-person Absentee and vote by mail ballots...

Hanover Youth Service Council seeking new members

The Hanover Youth Service Council (HYSC) is currently seeking members for their 2022-2023 membership term. The Hanover Youth Service Council is a youth-led service organization that strives to make a difference in the greater Hanover community. The counci...

Hanover honors first responders lost on 9-11-01

Hanover County honored the first responders who died on September 11, 2001 with a remembrance ceremony held today in front of the historic Hanover Courthouse.

“Today we honor the courage of those who put themselves in harm’s way to save people they never k...

Hanover County launches new website for broadband updates

Hanover County has launched a new website to provide up-to-date information about the “Connect Hanover” project. The Connect Hanover initiative will provide access to broadband internet to all unserved areas in the County. The website link is connecthanov...

Open enrollment period for Hanover County land use program begins Sept. 1

Hanover County offers a Land Use Taxation Program under which qualified landowners can have their property assessed at “use value”, which may be lower than market value and reduce taxes owed.

The application period for this program begins September 1 and e...

Jo Ann Hunter named new Hanover Senior Director of Community Development

Hanover County Administrator, John A. Budesky, is proud to announce the appointment of Jo Ann Hunter as the new Senior Director of Community Development. Hunter brings with her over 20 years of experience in local government, leadership, and community dev...

Hanover County’s wastewater facilities recognized nationally for excellence

All four of Hanover County’s wastewater treatment plants have been recognized by the National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) for exceptional performance. The facilities have been honored with the NACWA’s Peak Performance Awards. The Peak Perf...

Hanover's 'Triple-AAA' Bond Rating Status Affirmed

The three major credit-rating agencies – Fitch Group, Moody’s Investors Service and Standard & Poor’s (S&P) Global Ratings – have affirmed Hanover County’s Triple-AAA bond rating in advance of a $42.7 million general obligation bond issuance on Au...

Hanover County’s school-based mental health services recognized for excellence

Hanover County’s school-based mental health services program has received a 2022 achievement award from The Virginia Association of Counties (VACo). The VACo Achievement Awards recognize excellence in local government programs in the areas of innovation, ...

Catey Dickensheets named Director of Human Resources

County Administrator John A. Budesky announced today the appointment of Catey Dickensheets to serve as Hanover County’s Director of Human Resources. Dickensheets, a long-time Hanover County resident, officially begins her new role September 1.

Di...

Parts of Hanover County to gain a second cable choice

Some Hanover County residents will soon have another cable option. The Hanover County Board of Supervisors has approved an agreement granting a non-exclusive cable television franchise to Shenandoah Cable Television, LLC., also known as Shentel. Cable TV ...

Board accepts donation of land for new fire station

On July 27, the Board of Supervisors accepted the donation of 3.5 acres in surplus property from the School Board for the purpose of constructing a new fire station next to Laurel Meadow Elementary School. The School Board donated the property at its meet...

VDOT posts truck restriction signs on five roads

VDOT has posted through-truck restriction signs on five roads: Atlee Station Road (Rt. 637); Atlee Road (Rt. 638); New Ashcake Road (Rt. 643); Ashcake Road (Rt. 657); and Peaks Road (Rt. 657). The restrictions do not apply to pickup or panel trucks or any...

Hanover County Public Utilities Receives Outstanding Water Treatment Award

The Doswell Water Treatment Plant has once again received outstanding honors from the Commonwealth. Hanover County’s Department of Public Utilities has received the 2022 Gold Award for Excellence in Water Treatment Plant Performance from the Office of Dri...

Citizens and Planning Representatives Will Help Guide Hanover's Comprehensive Plan

The Community Participation Team (CPT) held its first meeting last night at the Mechanicsville Library to provide direction on Hanover County’s Comprehensive Plan. The CPT is an advisory group appointed by the Hanover Board of Supervisors to pro...

Voter Card Error

Through the due diligence of a Hanover County citizen, it was brought to our attention that an error was made on voter ID cards mailed to the Ashland Precinct, #101. The cards list the wrong House of Delegates District. The correct district for voters in ...

New Montpelier Library and Recreation Center Approved

Hanover residents will soon be able to enjoy a new library and recreation center in Montpelier. The Hanover County Board of Supervisors approved Wednesday a conditional use permit for the Montpelier Recreation Center and Library project. The plan calls fo...

Board enhances tax relief for elderly and disabled residents

The Hanover County Board of Supervisors has significantly increased tax relief for the elderly and disabled.

Changes adopted on April 13 include:

• Increasing the net combined financial worth, excluding the value of the home, that may be held by elderly or di...

Davidson sworn in as Beaverdam District Supervisor

R. Allen Davidson has been sworn in by Judge J. Overton Harris as the Beaverdam District's interim representative on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. Davidson's first meeting on the Board will be Wednesday, Feb. 9.

"Today, I ...

Davidson appointed to fill Beaverdam District seat on Board of Supervisors

R. Allen Davidson, a 31-year veteran of the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office who recently retired from that department, has been appointed by the Board of Supervisors as the interim representative filling the vacant Beaverdam District seat until ...