Latest Information
- FY 2010-11 Budget
- Household Harardous Waste Pickup Day
- Employment Position: Solid Waste Center Attendant
- Tourism Maps
- Employment Position: Assistant Director of Tourism
- Festival Grant Funding
- Board of Equalization
- FY 2009-10 Budget
- Subdivision Ordinance
- Samsung Recalls Jitterbug Phone
- Zoning Ordinance
- Zoning FAQ's
- Open Appointments
- Board Meeting Minutes Summary
- Next Board Meeting
Scott County Fiscal Year 2010-11 Budget: Download (120kB) 
Household Hazardous Waste Pickup Day
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Gate City High School Parking Lot
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
For more information contact: Scott County Public Works Dept @ 386-6521 and/or your Recycling and Solid Waste Center attendant.
Items Accepted: aerosols, cleaners, acids, asbestos, adhesives, antifreeze, brake fluid, chemistry sets, fertilizers, driveway sealers, mercury products, herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, paint (latex & oil), paint thinners, polishes, rust removers, weed killers, floor care products, glues, inks, dyes, mothballs, poisons, varnish, stains, wood preservers, solvents, pool chemicals, kerosene, gasoline.
Items NOT Accepted: used motor oil, tires, batteries, ammunition, fireworks, explosives, appliances, yard waste, medical waste, garbage, pesticide cylinders & unknown gas cylinders.
For information about small business waste, you must contact Environmental Enterprises Inc at 276-782-9900.
Employment Position: Solid Waste Center Attendant
SOLID WASTE CENTER ATTENDANT – Clinchport and Rye Cove Sites. Part-time, up to 32 hours per week. Requirements: Ability to lift 25 pounds, as well as demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions, work in a team environment, and greet the public in a courteous and helpful manner. Typical duties include, but are not limited to: verifying county residency of those using the facility, maintaining the Solid Waste Center in an orderly and clean manner, maintaining the refuse containers by painting as needed, and keeping the surrounding grounds manicured by weed-eating or mowing the grass. Post-offer/pre-employment physical exam and drug screen required. To apply, submit a Scott County application no later than Friday, September 3, 2010, 4:30 p.m. to Rufus Hood, County Administrator, County of Scott, 336 Water Street, Gate City, VA 24251. An EEO employer.
Applications - (276-386-6521) or download
Scott County Blueways: download (375kB)
Clinch River Access: download (138kB)
Hiking and Walking Trails: download (363kB)
Little Stoney Falls and Trail: download (283kB)
Scott County Music Venues: download (1483kB)
For more information about the sites listed on these maps, please contact Kathie Noe at 386-6521 or .
More information is also avaliable at the Explore Scott County 
website.
Employment Position: Assistant Director of Tourism
Assistant Director of Tourism – Scott County, VA is seeking qualified applicants for the part-time position of Assistant Director of Tourism. Starting salary is $22,000 - $25,000 DOQ/E. This person works under the general direction of the Director of Tourism and performs the following professional work: planning, organizing and assisting in overseeing of tourism promotion, sales and public relations; performs related work as required. Comprehensive knowledge of the practices, methods and approaches used in tourism promotion; comprehensive knowledge of advertising and tourism marketing techniques and procedures; ability to create promotional materials; knowledge of grant writing and administering documentary requirements for grants; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with government officials, associates, citizens and the traveling public; ability to express ideas clearly and effectively, orally and in writing. Computer skills required. Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration or a related field and experience in the field of tourism promotion or marketing is required. Apply by submitting a County Employment Application, resume and cover letter by 4:30 p.m. on August 20, 2010 to Kathie Noe, 336 Water Street, Gate City, VA 24251. Applications may also be submitted in person at the County Administrator’s office to Kathie’s attention. Applications available at County Administrator Office or at www.scottcountyva.com. Post-offer/pre-employment background check, physical exam and drug screen required. An EEO Employer.
Job Description: download
Application: download
Festivals are a vital part of Tourism in Scott County. Scott County Tourism Development Committee has established a grant fund to assist with promoting Scott County Community Festivals. If you, or your organization, are responsible for organizing a community festival in Scott County, you are welcome to apply for grant funding with the Scott County Tourism Development Committee. Grant applications are due August 16, 2010, 4:00 PM for any festival that will be held from now through June 30, 2011.
Grant Application: Download (6kB)
Determination of grant recipients is the sole decision of the Scott County Tourism Development Committee. Each grant submission will be given fair evaluation and consideration.
The Scott County Board of Equalization meetings are held in the County Offices, 336 Water Street, Gate City, VA 24251. Scheduled appointments will be heard through May 7, 2010. For more information, call 276-386-6521.
Scott County Fiscal Year 2009-10 Budget: Download (188kB)
Scott County Subdivision Ordinance: Download (136kB)
Samsung Recalls Jitterbug Phone
From the National Emergency Number Association: "Samsung is voluntarily recalling thousands of "Jitterbug" cell phones because they may fail to connect to emergency 911
service when out of range, according to federal regulators." Read full article
More information is available at the Consumer Product Safety Commission
Scott County Zoning Ordinance: Download (430kB)
For approximately four years, the Planning Commission has been working on drafting a zoning
ordinance for consideration by the Scott County Board of Supervisors. The Commission has
now completed the task and is prepared to proceed with presenting the finished product to the
Board of Supervisors. The following document contains information regarding this zoning ordinance:
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The Scott County Board of Supervisors is taking applications from citizens interested in serving on:
- Buildling Code Appeals Board (2 appointments)
- Planning Commission (Unexpired Term)
Application forms may be obtained at:
County Administrator's Office, County Office Building
336 Water Street
Gate City, VA 24251
by calling (276) 386-6521 or by download: Adobe Reader | Microsoft Word
The latest summary of the Board of Supervisors meeting: Download (4/14/2010)
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The next meeting of the Board of Supervisors is scheduled for Wednesday September 1, 2010 @ 8:30 AM at the Scott County Administrative Office.