Town of Blackstone

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FY23 Water & Sewer Rates Effective July 1, 2022 Usage Town of Blackstone *In Town Water & Se wer Rates* Gallo ns Amount 0-3,000 $25.40 3,001-40,000 $8.47/1000 40,001-8 7,000 $8.31/1000 87,001- 130,000 $8.19/1000 130,001-999,999 $8.03/1000 *Minimum s ewer fee of $25.47 * Sewer Rate will be $8.48 per thousand gallons of water over 3,000 gallons used. *Customers having sewer only will be charged $39.78 per month. * Out Of Town Wate r & Sewer Rates * G allo ns Amount 0- 3,000 $38.10 3,001-40,000 $12.71/1000 40,001- 8 7,000 $12.47/1000 87, 001- 130,000 $12.29/1000 130,001 - 999,999 $12.05/1000 *Minimum sewer fee of $38.21 *Sewer Rate will be $12.72 per thousand gallons of water over 3,000 gallons used. *Customers having sewer only will be charged $59.67 per month. For More Info

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ABOUT THE TOWN The town of Blackstone is located in the heart of southside Virginia. We offer an abundance of restaurants and an active downtown district with unique shops. We welcome you to enjoy the best Blackstone has to offer for yourself. We are located just 35 miles southwest of Petersburg and 50 miles south of Richmond. Lynchburg is 80 miles to the west and Washington D.C. 150 miles to the north HISTORY The Village of Blacks and Whites dates back to the Revolutionary War, but its exact date is unknown. The name was derived from two rival tavern keepers, Mr. Schwartz and Mr. White. In German, Schwartz means black and therefore the crossroads came to be known as Blacks and Whites. On April 7, 1829, a Blacks and Whites Post Office was established. However, the name was changed to Bellefonte on May 11, 1875, so that it would be identical with the name of the Norfolk and Western Railroad Station. Then on August 4, 1882, the town was renamed Blacks and Whites. At a meeting of the local citizens, Dr. Jethro Meriwether Hurt proposed the name Blackstone after Sir William Blackstone (1723-1780), who was an English jurist. On February 23, 1886, the name of Blacks and Whites was changed to Blackstone. Blackstone was first incorporated on February 23, 1888.

FY2026 EL Rates Electric Rates Effective July 1, 2025 Usage Town of Blackstone Residential: Basic customer Charge $9.17/MONTH FIRST 800 0.10778 801 - 2,500 0.11828 2,501 - 50,000 0.11898 OVER 50,001 0.11931 SECURITY LIGHT $10.57 PER MONTH $3.00 UTILITY TAX FOR NOTTOWAY COUNTY PER METER FOR LANDFILL Small General: Basic Charge $17.14 /MONTH First 3,000 KWH 0.11333 All over 3,000 KWH 0.09050 First 20KW (Demand Charge) FREE all over 20 KW $9.88 $3.00 UTILITY TAX FOR NOTTOWAY COUNTY PER METER FOR LANDFILL THE FEE FOR DELIVERING DISCONNECTION NOTICES IS $12.50 Power Clause Adjustment (PCA): All utility customers will have a PCA charge code for the following pass thru expenses: PCp *True Up .00237 per kWh - Effective 8/2025 FA *Fuel Adjustment 0.01528 per kWh - Effective Date 6/1/25 SEPA *Southeastern Power Admin 0.00164 per kWh Electric Consumption Tax: State Special Local Total Consumption Tax Regulatory Tax Consumption Tax Consumption Tax O - 2500 KWH $0.00102 $0.000165 $0.00038 $0.00160 2,501 – 50,000 KWH $0.00065 $0.000165 $0.00024 $0.00102 OVER 50,001 KWH $0.00050 $0.000165 $0.00018 $0.00077 FY26 Garbage Pickup Rates

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Downtown Blackstone Inc About Us Blackstone’s Historic Business District In the heart of Southside Virginia, small town simplicity never looked so appealing! Blackstone’s charming Historic Business District features an array of historic buildings, quaint shops, unique restaurants, service providers, museums, and prominent nods to the locality’s identity as a proud military community. It’s a destination for visitors looking to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life, enjoy seasonal events, and saunter through downtown where you’ll always be greeted by a friendly hello and wave from small business owners and community residents. Given its rich sense of place and abundant community spirit, we’re thrilled to call this town home and we’re certain that you’ll enjoy your visit in historic Downtown Blackstone, VA ! Main Street America As a Main Street America™ Accredited program, DBI is a recognized leading program among the national network of more than 1,200 neighborhoods and communities who share both a commitment to creating high-quality places and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development. All Main Street America™ Accredited programs meet a set of National Accreditation Standards of Performance as outlined by Main Street America. Virginia Main Street Since 1985, the Virginia Main Street (VMS) Program has been helping localities revitalize the economic vitality of downtown commercial districts using the National Main Street Center’s successful Main Street Approach™. VMS offers a wide range of services and assistance to communities through a comprehensive and incremental approach to revitalization, built around a community’s unique heritage and attributes. As a proud VMS community, Blackstone stimulates long term economic growth and pride in the heart of our community – downtown. Visit Blackstone! Downtown Blackstone Inc.

Code Red The Town of Blackstone is pleased to provide the CodeRED service, our town-to-resident notification system. With this service, town leaders can quickly send personalized voice messages, text messages, emails to residents and businesses with specific information about time-sensitive or common-interest issues such as severe weather warnings, impending emergencies, emergency instructions and local community matters. The CodeRED service is used to supplement our current communication plans and augment public safety/first responder services. Sign Up: Please accept our invitation to participate in this great service. Most citizens are automatically in the system by their landline telephone number only. In order to add other telephone numbers, cellular telephone numbers, SMS text numbers and email addresses, citizens must add them to the system. If you have not already added your information, click on this CodeRED link and, when the page opens you can add your information and select the types of weather alerts you wish to receive. If you have previously registered click the Log In button in the upper right corner and log in to your account to make changes to your information. To sign up for the CodeRED Mobile Alert App select the picture below.

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Town Of Blackstone Workforce Housing The Town has established a Workforce Housing Revolving Fund Program (WHP) designed to facilitate the transition of individuals into first-time homeownership within the Town of Blackstone. This program is designed to support the construction of newly built, stick-built homes priced at a rate that is 25% lower than the prevailing market rates in the area. 1/18 Workforce Housing Informational Flyer If you have any questions please contact Chastiddy Bryant Community Development Specialist Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Phone Number : (434) 292-7251 ext. 227 Mail *If you wish to email Ms. Bryant please click on the envelope* Workforce Housing Application 1. Who does this program hope to assist? Answer - This program is geared toward the Workforce class. The workforce class is defined by an individual holding a position/career/job for a minimum of 24 months. 2. Does Credit Score impact my chances of purchasing a home under this program? Answer - Although the Town does not use your credit score, prospective clients must demonstrate their ability to secure financing for the purchase of a home. Lenders typically assess various factors, including credit score, debt-to-income (DTI) ratio, and monthly discretionary expenses, when determining the loan amount, they are willing to extend. 3. If my credit score is low, will the program work with me to become a homeowner? Answer - The Town collaborates with the Southside Outreach Group (SSG) in South Boston to assist individuals in improving their credit scores to qualify for loans from lenders. Upon receipt of a loan application and all necessary documentation by the Town, these materials are forwarded to SSG. SSG then obtains a comprehensive credit report from all three major credit bureaus and reaches out to the client directly. A detailed discussion takes place regarding the client's credit score, its implications, and potential strategies to enhance the client's score. 4. Does the home have to be built in Blackstone? Answer - In accordance with the program's design, it is mandatory that all residences developed under this initiative be constructed on single-family lots that are owned by the Town of Blackstone. 5. Do I have to be a Blackstone/ Nottoway resident? Answer - We invite all individuals interested in homeownership to apply for the program, with particular encouragement for residents of Blackstone to participate. This initiative is accessible to a diverse range of applicants. 6. Can I apply for the program if I have already owned a home? Answer - Regrettably, the program is designed specifically for first-time homebuyers or individuals who have not owned a residence within the past three years. 7. How long will it take to become a homeowner through this program? Answer - The timeline varies by client, as each person is at a different stage in their lives. If a client is approved for a loan, the average home can be built in approximately 6 months, depending on weather and other factors. FAQ:

Water & Sewer Rates *Please click below to see the Water & Sewer Rates for each different fiscal year* FY19 - FY22 Water & Sewer Rates FY23 Water & Sewer Rates FY25 Water & Sewer Rates FY26 Water & Sewer Rates FY24 Water & Sewer Rates