Town of Purcellville

08/21/2026

Please be aware of the temporary road closure for N 21st St. on Saturday, August 22nd.

TRAFFIC ALERT!
North 21st Street will be closed this Saturday, August 22 from 11AM to approximately 8PM for the End of Summer Block Party in Purcellville. Please plan ahead and use alternate routes. Also be alert for additional pedestrian traffic in the area.

08/20/2026

Please be advised!

The Purcellville Police Department lobby is currently closed to the public for walk-in services due to excessive heat and unsafe conditions caused by a malfunctioning air conditioning unit.

However, our officers are available 24/7 for emergencies by calling 911 or non-emergency matters through dispatch at 703-777-1021. Our administrative staff remain available by phone at 540-338-7422, Monday- Friday, 8:30am- 4:30pm.

We appreciate your understanding as we work to address this issue and ensure the safety of our staff and community.

08/19/2026

ROCK PAINTING AT THE CHAPMAN DEMARY TRAIL ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 30

PURCELLVILLE, Va. (August 19, 2026) – Get ready to turn ordinary rocks into tiny works of art! Join us at the Chapman DeMary Trail at 1 p.m. on Sunday, August 30, for an afternoon of creativity and nature. Participants will paint two rocks—one to take home and one to place along the trail for another visitor to discover. Your colorful creation might become someone else’s favorite trail treasure! The Purcellville Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will provide all the supplies. Registration is requested so we have enough supplies: https://purcellvilleva.gov/881/Monthly-Nature-Walks.

Before you arrive, go on the Nature Trivia Walk at the Chapman DeMary Trail. Find all 10 trivia questions, write the answers on the trivia walk sheet, then bring your completed answer sheet to the rock painting event to receive a prize! Trivia walk sheets are available at the trail or online at purcellvilleva.gov/881/Monthly-Nature-Walks.

Discover Nature’s Secrets is a monthly series of nature walks and environmental programs held on the last Sunday of each month. The series is designed to encourage people of all ages to explore, enjoy and appreciate the natural world right here in Purcellville. The program is hosted by the Purcellville Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, often in partnership with the Tree and Environment Sustainability Committee and the Purcellville Arts Council.

08/19/2026

Heads up for drivers: County is scheduled to start a phased demolition and reconstruction of the Route 690 (Hillsboro Road) bridge over Route 7 on September 8, 2026, weather permitting. The work is part of the Route 7/Route 690 Interchange project in Purcellville. Construction will occur during regular weekday daytime hours, with weekend work possible if needed. The work is expected to take two to three weeks. Details here: https://bit.ly/4g7Vehm

08/18/2026

PURCELLVILLE RECEIVES RECOGNITION FOR EXCELLENCE IN FINANCIAL REPORTING

PURCELLVILLE, Va. - August 18, 2026 – Town of Purcellville received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for the Town’s fiscal year 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management. This marks the 18th consecutive year the Town has received this prestigious award.

In addition, the Town’s Finance Department received the Award of Financial Reporting Achievement for the preparation of the award-winning financial report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The Director of Finance, Elizabeth Krens, would like to recognize Paula Hicks for her outstanding contribution to the financial report and the award. The report has been judged by an impartial panel to meet the high standards of the program, which includes demonstrating a constructive “spirit of transparency” to clearly communicate its financial story and motivate potential users and user groups to read the report.

The Town’s Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Financial Report can be found online at www.purcellvilleva.gov/150/Annual-Reports.

08/13/2026

Register today for this important and potentially life-saving course!

🚨REGISTER TODAY- DON'T DELAY! 🚨

The August 14 registration deadline is almost here! Don’t miss this FREE four-hour Civilian Response & Casualty Care (CRCC) training at Purcellville Town Hall.

Learn how to recognize, respond to, and survive an active attack event, including lifesaving Stop the Bleed and tourniquet training.

📅 Choose August 28 or 29
📍 Purcellville Town Hall
⏳ Space is limited! Registration is required, and each participant must register individually.

Open to Purcellville & Loudoun County residents, businesses, students 16+, faith communities, civic organizations & first responders.

*Register by THIS FRIDAY, August 14, to reserve your spot!*

This training could help you save a life. Please share with family, friends, neighbors & coworkers.

For more information, visit the Virginia DCJS website https://www.dcjs.virginia.gov/training-events/civilian-response-and-casualty-care-crcc

08/12/2026

*UPDATED* TOWN COUNCIL VACANCY

PURCELLVILLE, Va. August 12, 2026 - On Wednesday, August 5, 2026, Council member Susan Khalil resigned from the Purcellville Town Council effective immediately. The Town extends its gratitude to Ms. Khalil for her service to the community, including her contributions as a member of the Town Council and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.

Following the vacancy created by Ms. Khalil’s resignation, and in accordance with the procedures outlined in Title 24.2, Chapter 2, Article 6 of the Code of Virginia and § 2-6 of the Town Charter, the Town is accepting applications from members of the community interested in serving as an interim member of the Purcellville Town Council until a special election can be held.

To serve on Town Council, an individual must be a qualified voter of the Town of Purcellville. Individuals interested in being considered for the interim appointment must submit an application, letter of interest and resume by 12:00 PM on Friday, September 4, 2026. The application is available at the following updated link . https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/purcellvilletownofva/jobs/5444991/town-council-member?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

The Council will review the applications, may conduct interviews, and may make the appointment at a Regular or Special Town Council Meeting, with the date to be determined.

In accordance with the Town Charter, at least seven days prior to making the appointment, the Town Council will hold a public meeting at which it will announce the names of all individuals being considered for the interim appointment. At that time, the Council will also make available for public inspection, each applicant’s resume and any other materials required by the Council.

Town residents with questions regarding the application process may contact Kimberly Bandy, Town Clerk, by email at [email protected] or at 540-751-2333.

08/12/2026

NOTICE OF CONTINUATION OF SPECIAL MEETING

The Purcellville Town Council will continue its Special Meeting of August 10, 2026, on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 6:00PM, at Town Hall in Council Chambers.

The August 18 meeting will continue consideration of matters contained on the August 10 Special Meeting agenda. The continuance agenda will include the following additional action item:

*Consideration of Petition to the Circuit Court for a Writ of Election to Fill Town Council Vacancy

Council will consider taking action to petition the Circuit Court of Loudoun County for a writ of election pursuant to Virginia Code § 24.2-226 to fill the vacancy on the Purcellville Town Council created by the resignation of Council Member Susan Khalil, effective August 5, 2026.

The agenda will be posted to the town website.

For additional information, please contact Kimberly Bandy, Town Clerk, at (540) 751-2333 or [email protected].

08/11/2026

TOWN COUNCIL VACANCY

PURCELLVILLE, Va. August 11, 2026 - On Wednesday, August 5, 2026, Council member Susan Khalil resigned from the Purcellville Town Council effective immediately. The Town extends its gratitude to Ms. Khalil for her service to the community, including her contributions as a member of the Town Council and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.

Following the vacancy created by Ms. Khalil’s resignation, and in accordance with the procedures outlined in Title 24.2, Chapter 2, Article 6 of the Code of Virginia and § 2-6 of the Town Charter, the Town is accepting applications from members of the community interested in serving as an interim member of the Purcellville Town Council until a special election can be held.

To serve on Town Council, an individual must be a qualified voter of the Town of Purcellville. Individuals interested in being considered for the interim appointment must submit an application, letter of interest and resume by 12:00 PM on Friday, September 4, 2026. The application is available on the Town’s website. https://www.purcellvilleva.gov/forms.aspx?FID=78

The Council will review the applications, may conduct interviews, and may make the appointment at a Regular or Special Town Council Meeting, with the date to be determined.

In accordance with the Town Charter, at least seven days prior to making the appointment, the Town Council will hold a public meeting at which it will announce the names of all individuals being considered for the interim appointment. At that time, the Council will also make available for public inspection, each applicant’s resume and any other materials required by the Council.

Town residents with questions regarding the application process may contact Kimberly Bandy, Town Clerk, by email at [email protected] or at 540-751-2333.

08/11/2026

Purcellville residents, have you seen the latest edition of the Purcellville Town Post newsletter yet? (They are included in your water/sewer bill mailings.) If not, please see the August Post here, as well as visit our website to see any past issues you may have missed https://www.purcellvilleva.gov/Archive.aspx?AMID=77

The newsletter contains information about town of Purcellville services, public safety, as well as upcoming events.