Good morning, Charlottesville.

For its 20th anniversary, Charlottesville Tomorrow invited local neighbors (21 participants) to share visions for the next 20 years, sparking projects like newsletter writing and a new data company.

The initiative supports Vision 2030 to expand local news coverage and strengthen diverse communities.

A UVA researcher is developing an app to support students after a mental health crisis at the university.

The project aims to strengthen school support for student well-being and will be rolled out within the coming months.

More than 150 UVA Law students have received grant funding while they work in public service roles this summer — marking a record for the school — officials said.

City Council will review three proposed schemes costing between $40 million and $60 million for an Early Learning Center at Walker Upper Elementary School during a work session today at City Space.

The plan supports reconfiguration that frees up space for fifth graders to return to their local schools.

Albemarle County proposed rules to protect waterways by restricting construction and vegetation clearing within 100ft buffer zones along rivers, streams, and ponds — a measure aimed at filtering pollutants from agricultural runoff.

Dr. Karen McGlathery of UVA said the changes are based on science.

The Rivanna Solid Waste Authority (RSWA) opened a lithium battery disposal site at Ivy Solid Waste and Recycling Center on Monday so residents from Charlottesville, Albemarle County, and Scottsville can drop off batteries or devices that pose fire hazards; the service is free.

Charlottesville Parks and Recreation announced a new wildflower and native grass meadow in McIntire Park — converting an acre of the former golf course into a habitat for pollinators and birds.

Seeding of up to two dozen native species will begin in September with work continuing through fall.

The Virginia Department of Health urges locals to check its Harmful Algal Bloom Dashboard before visiting nearby lakes and rivers this summer.

The tool lets users view up-to-date advisories and sample results, and officials advise keeping children and pets away from murky water (detailed guidance provided).