News Flash

Memorial Day Ceremony and City Closures

Ceremony Details

The Chesapeake Mayor's Commission on Veterans Affairs will host its annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 29, at 11:00 a.m. inside of City Hall's City Council Chambers. The ceremony will be open to the publ...

Personal Property Tax Deadline Extension

Chesapeake City Council has passed a resolution to extend the deadline for payment of the 2023 Personal Property Taxes from June 5 to June 30. Council has also directed City Treasurer Barbara Carraway not to impose penalties and interest as long as the ta...

Gilmerton Bridge Weekend Closures

Important bridge improvements are nearly complete on the Gilmerton Bridge (South Military Highway). A marked detour utilizing I-64 will be in place during the closures. Please follow the posted detour signage. 

Weather permitting, this will be the...

Passport Services

Traveling to a far, exotic place? Don’t forget your passport! In this News Flash, you will learn how to schedule a future appointment, what you should bring to an appointment, useful tips for taking a passport photo, and alternative passport pro...

Early Voting & June Primary Information

In-person early voting is available now for the June 20, 2023 Primary Elections. Voting will be available at the General Registrar’s Office (411 Cedar Rd) Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Two Saturday options will be available on June 10 & 1...

Chesapeake Wildlife

Many call Chesapeake home, including a variety of wildlife. The return of spring means that baby season is in full force! If you come across any wildlife in your yard, know the facts before you panic. Read on to discover wildlife facts and misconceptions,...

Stormwater Bill Notice

As part of the FY23 Budget, Chesapeake City Council approved a Stormwater Utility Fee rate increase to take effect on July 1, 2022. The rate for residential properties was increased from $7.35 per month (billed every six months at $44.10) to $11.35 per mo...