CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – Finishing out the first quarter of the year, the Charlottsville Office of Economic Development is engaging the public with two initiatives informing and seeking input from business owners. City Communications Director Afton Schneider tells Morning News their 2024 Economic Development Annual Report is on their website, and there’s a 2025 Charlottesville Business Survey. They’re looking to hear from business owners, whether home-based or brick-and-mortar, sharing their experiences and expressing what resources or support they need.

The survey takes about 5-to-10 minutes to complete and all responses will only be reported in aggregate without specific references to the business, organization, or individual answering the survey. There is an opportunity to speak to someone with the economic development department is desired.
Click here to find the annual report and the survey link.