Roanoke, VA
Roanoke, VA
City News at a Glance
 August 2012

Welcome to the latest issue of "City News at a Glance," the City of Roanoke's e-newsletter designed to bring you regular updates on city initiatives, activities, and programs. 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! 

 

'Complete Streets' Policy Among Best in Nation 

 

It's official. The National Complete Streets Coalition--a program of Smart Growth America--has recognized the City of Roanoke's Complete Street Policy as one of the nation's leading examples of safe, smart transportation policy according to its recent nationwide analysis. Find out more

 

 
    

Firefly Adds Energy Efficiency to City Fleet

 

The City of Roanoke has added a new all-electric vehicle to its fleet. Dubbed the "Firefly," this parking enforcement unit built by Good Earth Electric Vehicles replaces one of the city's aged, G-4 gasoline-powered units. Click to learn more. 

 


 Big Belly Solar Trash Units Tell Roanoke's Story
 

 

Who knew throwing away trash could be educational? At least, it will be soon, as the result of a new public art project to cover "Big Belly" solar-powered compactors located in the city with vinyl wraps that display artistic designs of Roanoke's history. Read more here.

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"Inside Roanoke" August 2012