The Administrative Department serves as the central hub of Tappahannock’s local government, connecting residents with services and staff. The department includes the Town Manager, Assistant Town Manager/Zoning Administrator, Treasurer, Financial Clerks, Clerk to the Council, and the Assistant to the Town Manager/Communications Manager. Together, this team oversees daily operations, budgeting, planning, and communications, while supporting the Town Council in delivering effective and responsive governance and policy implementation.
Administration
Steven Wright
Town Manager
Email: swright@tappahanock-va.gov
James Knighton
Assistant Town Manager
Email: jknighton@tappahannock-va.gov
Janine Rigg
Communications Manager / Executive Assistant to the Town Manager
Email: jrigg@tappahannock-va.gov
Patsy Scates
Clerk to Council
Email: pscates@tappahannock-va.gov
Tina F. Brock
Treasurer
Email: tbrock@tappahannock-va.gov
Stacy Messenger
Assistant Town Treasurer
Email: smessenger@tappahannock-va.gov
Jeannie Volante
Part-Time Finance Clerk
Email: jvolante@tappahannock-va.gov
Wanda Allen
Part-Time Finance Clerk
Email: wallen@tappahannock-va.gov
Chesley Davis
Finance and Office Support Specialist
Email: cdavis@tappahannock-va.gov
Contact the Town Office
915 Church Lane
PO Box 266
Tappahannock, VA 22560
Phone Number: (804) 443-3336
Fax Number: (804) 443-1051
Make Payments
Make payments either online or at the mailing address above and for questions call the town hall.
Report a Problem
Contact town hall staff to assist with problems you see.
Ask About Permits
Contact James Knighton by jknighton@tappahannock-va.gov or (804) 443-3336.
Zoning Questions
Contact James Knighton by jknighton@tappahannock-va.gov or (804) 443-3336.
Business License
Call or email Patsy Scates by patsy.scates@tappahannock-va.gov or (804) 443-3336.
Local Taxes
Contact Town Hall about your personal or business taxes.