Message from Mayor Hornbaker | |
Good Wednesday to you, Lovettsville!
There's been a lot happening in and around town, so let's get to it!
First, the Town celebrated the 30th Lovettsville Oktoberfest on September 25-26, 2026. Congratulations to Ben and Jamie Hogan for their reign as Oktoberfest King and Queen which will have you see them at many of the Town's events throughout 2026 and 2027! Additionally, we congratulate Squid Blaikie for successfully defending his Kaiser Cup Championship! We would also like to thank all of the businesses, sponsors, vendors, town staff, and volunteers who made the Lovettsville Oktoberfest a rousing success! It was great to see it back in downtown Lovettsville and the dozen or so biergartens with the "Sip and Stroll" (DORA) walking district, Vendor Village on the Squirkle, and great German-inspired foods that made it a record Oktoberfest for many of our businesses! We look forward to seeing everyone for another great 'Fest next year on September 24-25!
Additionally, the 9th annual Walk for Mountains took place on the Town Green this past Saturday, October 3, 2026. I thank Nicole Clark, Founder and "CEO" of W4M, for the continued partnership with the Town of Lovettsville to put on such a great fundraiser for the Loudoun Breast Health Network, StepSisters and Our Perfect Warrior. It was another well attended walk with great entertainment, refreshments, and a celebration of those who fought and are still fighting against breast cancer! We look forward to next year's walk, and you can find out more about W4M at walk4mountains.org.
This past Sunday, we celebrated the life and memory of John L. Fuog with John Fuog Day in the Town of Lovettsville. I also attended the memorial service for John on Sunday and shared the Proclamation with the large crowd in attendance. We appreciate all John did for the Town and surrounding community and may his contributions to our town forever endure!
Finally, I wanted to share a few updates on the Valley Link North project. First, the Town of Lovettsville will be participating in the second round of Valley Link "tech-to-tech" meetings currently scheduled for the week of October 12-16. In these meetings, Valley Link will show the updated study segment map and gather additional feedback. The next series of Valley Link open houses on the Valley North project will be held in November with details to be mailed to landowners on or about October 13. Additionally, Valley Link plans to publish the open house details and updated maps on their website at https://www.vltransmission.com on October 13. As a reminder, Valley Link is not submitting a preferred route to the SCC until late spring/early summer of 2027 and once Valley Link submits its application to the SCC next year, the SCC's process which includes public input will begin. The Town of Lovettsville remains steadfast in our opposition to the Valley Link North project as currently proposed, will continue advocating for alternative solutions which minimize the impacts of any lines to the Lovettsville community, and we look forward to continuing to work with all stakeholders to meet that objective!
Christopher M. Hornbaker
Mayor, Town of Lovettsville
| Upcoming Meetings and Events | | Wednesday, October 7
Planning Commission Meeting
Thursday, October 8
Town Council Open Forum
Thursday, October 8
Town Council Meeting
Monday, October 12
Administrative Offices Closed
Tuesday, October 13
Infrastructure Committee Meeting
Thursday, October 15
Commerce and Business Development Committee Meeting
Thursday, October 22
Design Public Hearing
Thursday, October 22
Town Council Meeting
Saturday, October 31
Halloween Trick or Treating
Tuesday, November 3
Election Day/Administrative Offices Closed
Wednesday, November 4
Planning Commission Meeting
Tuesday, November 10
Infrastructure Committee Meeting
Wednesday, November 11
Town Administrative Offices Closed
Wednesday, November 11
Lovettsville Veterans Day Ceremony
Thursday, November 12
Town Council Open Forum
Thursday, November 12
Town Council Meeting
Thursday, November 19
Commerce and Business Development Committee Meeting
Wednesday, November 25
Town Administrative Offices Closing at Noon
Thursday, November 26
Town Administrative Offices Closed
Friday, November 27
Town Administrative Offices Closed | | |
📌 Planning Commission Public Hearing Scheduled for October 7, 2026 | 📌 The Town Council has scheduled a Town Council Open Forum - October 2026 to be held on Thursday, October 8, 2026, from 5:00PM to 6:00PM in Town Council Chambers at 6 East Pennsylvania Avenue in Lovettsville for the purpose of holding a Mayor-facilitated Town Council Open Forum ahead of their regularly scheduled 6:30PM Town Council Meeting. | |
📌 Street Sweeping Scheduled for October 22nd-23rd
Save the dates! Town Wide Street Sweeping is scheduled to take place Thursday October 22nd and Friday October 23rd. Official details regarding timing and schedule of sweeping to come, but please plan to have all vehicles removed or parked in driveways to avoid damage and ensure effective street sweeping activities.
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📌 Town Council Public Hearing Scheduled for October 8, 2026 | |
📌 2026 Lovettsville Community Survey
Help Shape Lovettsville’s Future
What should Lovettsville look like in the years ahead? What are the most important issues facing our community? Water resources? Traffic? Development? Preservation? What should we protect, and where should we consider change? These are some of the questions the Lovettsville Planning Commission is considering as it plans for the Town’s future. Now is the time to make your voice heard.
Take a few minutes today to complete the survey and share your views about Lovettsville’s future. Your input will help the Planning Commission understand the community’s priorities and inform the policies and decisions that will shape the Town in the years ahead.
Take the 2026 Lovettsville Community Survey today:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScV9an1YoTYot3HVOLyUlzvSMD9sicRlaRxX7qt3TvxIVTfrQ/viewform?usp=header
Lovettsville’s future is a community conversation. Make sure your voice is part of it.
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📌 We're Hiring!
Due to an impending retirement, the Town of Lovettsville is seeking a dedicated, responsive, and experienced individual for the position of Planning and Zoning Administrator. The planning, zoning, and code enforcement functions are carried out by the Town Planning and Zoning Administrator who serves as the Town's principal professional advisor on planning, zoning, growth management, community development, and land use policy, providing independent technical recommendations to the Town Manager, Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Town Council.
📲For more details on this position and to apply, please visit:
https://www.lovettsvilleva.gov/home-page/page/careers
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📌 Please Use Water Wisely
🚰 As Loudoun County remains in a drought warning status, this is just a friendly reminder to please use water wisely, and to please resolve any ongoing water leaks.
👉 While there is not a mandatory conservation in place for the Lovettsville area at this time, we are asking all residents to please use water wisely. Examples include running your washing machine and dishwasher only when full, taking shorter showers, refraining from washing cars and watering lawns, and as always, to resolve any ongoing water leaks.
💙 As we continue to monitor drought conditions, updates will be provided. We appreciate your partnership in using our water wisely. | | |
📌 Lovettsville Veterans Day Ceremony
It was over a hundred years ago at 11AM on 11/11 (November 11, 1918) when the armistice began which ended World War I. Lovettsville is proud to host our annual Veterans Day Ceremony as we gather to honor and thank not just recent generations of veterans, but every man and woman who has honorably served since the American Revolution. Please join us on Wednesday, November 11th, at 11:00AM at the Lovettsville Veterans Memorial. | | | |
Visit our Town Website for status updates on all of our active projects including Loudoun County projects affecting our area to include the Valley North Electrical Transmission Line Project and the Roundabout at Route 9 and Route 287.
📌 Upcoming Projects:
Town Center Well Rehabilitation: The Town’s Utility Department completed the comprehensive rehabilitation of one of the Town’s four wells, referred to as Town Center Well, that is located on the Town Green behind the Walker Pavilion. The rehabilitation comprised of the replacement of a 20+ year pump, replacement of aged steel return pipes, an acid treatment and brushing of the well, all of which were preventive maintenance measures to ensure longevity and improved running levels of the well. Due to the equipment required to complete the rehabilitation, the large vegetation surrounding the well site was permanently removed. The rehabilitation and fencing are now complete. Native and deer resistant plantings have been identified, and mulch is scheduled to be installed in the coming weeks to coincide with mulching of welcome sign.
Administrative Building Renovation: On August 6th, construction commenced at the Administrative Building of the Sam A. Finz Municipal Complex to relocate the existing kitchenette to create a new office space for Town staff. Substantial completion of construction has been implemented, and final inspections have been approved. Miscellaneous items such as trim work are now in progress.
Town Wide Street Sweeping: Town Wide Street Sweeping is scheduled to take place Thursday October 22nd and Friday October 23rd. Official details regarding timing and schedule of sweeping to come, but please plan to have all vehicles removed or parked in driveways to avoid damage and ensure effective street sweeping activities.
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📌 Lovettsville Library Upcoming Events
Messy Monday
Mondays, 10 a.m.-noon
Get ready to make a mess! Join us weekly to create art, play with sensory toys, and have fun. For all ages with a caregiver.
Family Storytime
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m.
Interactive stories and movement. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver.
Teen Takeover
Wednesdays, 5-8 p.m.
Bring your friends and take over the library for a free-time hangout with a rotating series of gaming, crafts, movies, and other activities.
Drop-In Mahjong (Adults)
Thursdays, 5:30-7 p.m.
Play American Mahjong in a casual setting. Basic knowledge of the game is encouraged as lessons are not provided.
Little Artists
Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon
Explore a variety of art styles and crafts. Activities are geared for different ages and abilities that encourage developmental skill building. Get creative (and maybe a little messy).
Paws to Read
Thursday, Oct. 8, 10:30 a.m.
Read a story or just snuggle with Tagan, Duncan, and Mercury, therapy dogs with Canine Companions.
Twilight Celebration
Saturday, Oct. 10, 2 p.m.
Celebrate Hoa Hoa Hoa season by designing your own charm bracelet, making ornaments, and enjoying a Forks photo booth. Available while supplies last. For everyone who has been 17 for a while.
Homeschool Enrichment: Art - Junk Journal
Tuesday, Oct. 13, 3 p.m.
Start your own junk journal this month! Bring pictures, stickers, crafts, or anything else small you want to build journal pages around. Journals and art supplies will be provided while they last.
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