City of Winchester, Virginia

Name

City of Winchester, Virginia

Legal name

City of Winchester, Virginia

Website

https://winchesterva.gov

Company type

Private

Founded year

1744

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Municipal Government Services

NAICS

Executive Offices (921110), Police Protection (922120), Correctional Institutions (92214), Legal Counsel and Prosecution (92213), Water, Sewage and Other Systems (2213), Administration of Environmental Quality Programs (9241), Courts (92211)

SIC

Electric, Gas & Sanitary Services (4900), Operators Of Nonresidential Buildings (6512), Sanitary Services (4950)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Works & Municipal Infrastructure (Streets, Stormwater, Facilities) (BPAIACAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (BPAIACAI), Planning, Zoning, Permitting & Code Enforcement (BPAIACAE), State/Provincial Corrections, Probation & Parole Administration (BPAIABAF), Prosecution & District/State Attorney Services (BPAIAFAB), Stormwater Management & MS4 Compliance Services (BPALAMAL), Housing & Neighborhood Services (Local Housing Programs) (BPAIACAJ)

Keywords

• Municipal government services
• Public safety services
• Water and wastewater utilities
• Parks and recreation
• Tax administration

Headquarters

HQ city

Winchester

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Property Tax: Real estate taxes assessed on property within city limits
2. Personal Property Tax: Taxes on personal property including vehicles
3. Business Licenses and Taxes: Business license fees and meals tax
4. Utility Services: Water, wastewater, and stormwater services with associated fees
5. Permits and Licensing: Fees for building permits, planning/zoning permits, and various licenses
6. Parks & Recreation Fees: Membership fees, daily fees, program fees for recreation activities and facilities

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels13 records

Core offering

The City of Winchester, Virginia is a municipal government entity that provides essential local public services to residents and businesses within city limits. Its core offerings span public safety (police, fire, EMS, emergency management), utility services (water, wastewater, stormwater, waste/recycling), parks and recreation (270+ acres of park land, programs, pools, athletic facilities), community development (planning, zoning, building inspections), public transit (WinReady), social services, juvenile detention (regional 32-bed facility), and administrative services (tax billing, permits and licensing, online payments, and budget transparency). Operating from Rouss City Hall (15 N. Cameron St.) under a council-manager form of government, the city is funded through property taxes, utility fees, permits, and other local revenues.

Product overview

The City of Winchester, Virginia operates as a municipal government providing comprehensive public services through multiple departments. The city's service portfolio encompasses core municipal functions including public safety (fire/rescue, police), public works (water/wastewater, waste/recycling, transportation, parking, streets), parks and recreation (270+ acres of parks, pools, athletic facilities), emergency management, community development, and social services. The city also provides digital services including online payment portals, budget transparency tools, live meeting streaming, and public transit (WinReady). The government uses Granicus GovAccess platform for its website CMS, OpenGov for budget transparency, Municode for code management, and provides community engagement tools including Community Connect for emergency response and various social media channels.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fire & Rescue Services Professional fire suppression, emergency medical services, community risk reduction, fire code inspections, ambulance billing, and community outreach programs (including Steps to Safety and Community Connect) delivered to residents and visitors of the City of Winchester.
• Winchester Police Department Accredited municipal law enforcement agency with 105 total employees including 79 sworn officers, providing community policing, crime prevention, traffic enforcement, and public safety services to city residents, businesses, and visitors.
• Public Services Department Comprehensive municipal services department providing water and wastewater management, trash and recycling collection, public transportation (WinReady), facility and grounds maintenance, downtown parking management, street maintenance, and capital project oversight; comprises over 200 public servants serving residential and commercial customers.
• Parks & Recreation Management of over 270 acres of park land including Jim Barnett Park (170+ acres), neighborhood parks, recreational facilities, swimming pools, athletic fields, and community programs such as sports leagues, music classes, swim lessons, and community events for residents of all ages.
• Emergency Management Coordinates emergency mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery for the City of Winchester, managing Emergency Operations Plan, Hazard Mitigation Plan, micro weather monitoring stations, and public shelter operations in coordination with regional LEPC and state partners.
• Community Development Handles planning and zoning, building inspections and enforcement, and housing and urban development programs including HUD-administered initiatives for property owners, developers, and residents.
• Northwestern Regional Juvenile Detention Center 32-bed secure detention facility serving the City of Winchester and Clarke, Frederick, Page, Shenandoah, and Warren Counties; provides temporary custody for juveniles, educational programs (Fort Collier Academy), and Post Dispositional treatment programs.
• WinReady Public Transit Public transportation system providing fixed-route bus service (WinReady, Loop Route, Laurel Ridge Route), Paratransit services, and transit training programs for city residents.
• Online Payments & Services Portal Digital portal for online payments including utilities, personal property tax, real estate tax, permits, business licensing, meals tax, and waste/recycling services, plus service requests and permit applications.
• Budget Transparency Portal OpenGov-powered online transparency tool that lets residents view city expenditures by vendor and department in real time, access budget documents, and track strategic plan progress through 'Stories' updates.
• Tax & Revenue Administration Administration and collection of real estate tax, personal property tax (including vehicles), business license fees, and meals tax through the Commissioner of Revenue and Treasurer's offices, with online payment via the Pay Online portal.
• Live Meeting Streaming Live streaming and archived recordings of City Council meetings, work sessions, and other public meetings delivered via the Swagit video platform under the 'Watch Us Work Live Stream' program, providing open access to local government proceedings.

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Winchester/Frederick County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMulti-jurisdictional emergency planning committee formed under Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986. Membership includes elected officials, police, fire, rescue, public health professionals, community groups, and media. Responsible for preparing emergency plans to minimize impact of hazardous materials releases.
• Virginia Department of Emergency ManagementcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState agency providing emergency management coordination, resources, and support during disasters. LEPC member and key partner in regional emergency response.
• American Red CrosscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLEPC member providing disaster relief and emergency sheltering support. Partner in public shelter operations during emergencies.
• Valley Health SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLEPC member; healthcare provider (includes Winchester Medical Center) partnering in emergency health response and preparedness.
• Frederick County Emergency ManagementcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLEPC member; neighboring jurisdiction coordinating on regional emergency planning and response.
• Frederick County Fire and RescuecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLEPC member; regional fire/rescue coordination for hazardous materials response and mutual aid.
• Virginia Department of Environmental QualitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLEPC member; state agency responsible for environmental protection and hazardous materials oversight.
• Virginia Department of HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLEPC member; state health department providing public health emergency coordination.
• Virginia Department of TransportationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLEPC member; state transportation agency for road management and emergency transportation support.
• Northwestern Regional Juvenile Detention Center Partner JurisdictionscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCity of Winchester acts as fiscal agent for 32-bed secure detention center serving Winchester and Clarke, Frederick, Page, Shenandoah, and Warren Counties. Regional collaboration on juvenile justice services.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/wincvagov
• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/CityOfWinchesterVA1744
• Facebookfacebook.com/winchestervagov
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/city-of-winchester
• Instagraminstagram.com/wincvagov

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles17 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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