Roanoke, VA
Roanoke, VA
City News at a Glance
May 2011

Welcome to "City News at a Glance," the City of Roanoke's new e-newsletter designed to bring you regular updates on city initiatives, activities and programs. You are receiving this newsletter because your address is part of our MyRoanoke e-mail list. We hope you will find this newsletter a useful way to stay informed about the many ways your local government is working to serve its citizens. Thanks for reading! 
Eating for education keeps city schools strong

outdoor dining on sidewalk

By now, almost everyone has heard about the Eat for Education campaign which the city launched on June 30, 2010, to encourage citizens to eat at local restaurants and support the 2 percent meals tax increase which goes directly to fund our public shools. Read about the campaign's success here.

 

Libraries to launch e-book checkouts this summer
dude with e-reader
Libraries keep evolving for the 21st century, and Roanoke's public libraries are more than keeping pace. One of the latest innovations -- e-books -- will hit the city's libraries this summer. And you won't even have to change out of your pajamas to use them! Learn more here.

Aviation Drive improvements underway

airport road overhead schematic

Have you ever taken the "wrong" turn trying to get to the Airport? Ever been caught in a line of cars waiting to get from Williamson Road to Valley View Mall? Ever wondered why you cannot go directly from Sam's Club to Valley View? If so, you will be pleased to know that help is on the way! Learn more about planned improvements to Aviation Drive and Towne Square Boulevard here.

 

Contact Us:
Office of Communications
215 Church Avenue Room 364
Roanoke, VA 24011

P: (540) 853-6357
communications@roanokeva.gov

 

In This Issue
Eating for education
Library e-books
Aviation Drive improvements

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