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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lynchburg public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Civic climate and safety at Council meetings
Multiple public commenters accused council members — by name — of retaliating against citizens who criticize them, including lawsuit threats against a resident who read a council member's social media posts aloud. Several demanded rules protecting speakers and consistent enforcement of decorum rules.
Election Candidate
Voters, get to know Nat Marshall, a retired BWXT employee who's jumping into the Lynchburg City Council race for the upcoming November election. It's time to check out where he stands so you know who might be representing you.
Council Pay Controversy
Lynchburg city council members are catching heat after allegations surfaced that they boosted their own pay without holding a proper public vote. It's a messy situation that's got locals questioning just how transparent their leaders really are.
Election
Eli Rybinni, the founder of Lynchburg Peacemakers, is jumping into the race for an at-large City Council seat in the November 3 election. If you follow local politics, it's another shake-up in who's steering the city's future.