Charlottesville Fire to host community town hall

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CFR is hosting a community town hall. Photo: Saga Communications

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – The Charlottesville Fire Department (CFD) will host an interactive community town hall on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at CitySpace, located on the Downtown Mall.

Residents, businesses, and community partners will hear a brief overview followed by small-group discussions where attendees can share ideas, identify priorities and provide perspectives that will help inform the department and shape the future of Charlottesville’s fire and emergency services.

Local food and free CFD swag will be provided. The event also offers community members to meet their local firefighters, ask questions, and share concerns specific to their neighborhoods.

Parking will be validated in the Market Street Garage for attendees.

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