Town Council
Meet the dedicated individuals who serve our community. Here you can find contact information for the Town Council members .
The Town Council is the governing body for the Town, consisting of the Mayor and six Council members. Council members serve on various committees and chair specific areas. The Mayor presides over meetings and votes only to break a tie.
Council Members
Mayor Jo Plaster
First Elected:
Vice-Mayor David Raynes
First Elected:
Council Member Michael Kohl
Council Member Maite Taylor
First Elected:
Council Member Jim Justis
First Elected:
Council Member Joshua Bailey
First Elected:
Council Member Eddie Chittum
First Elected:
Additional Resources
The Town Council meets the second Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Grottoes Town Hall. Agendas are posted, meeting information and materials are available at the Town Hall or by phone at 540-249-5896.
Agendas and Minutes
2025
2024
Agenda
2023
2022
Minutes
Town Council Candidate Information
Information on becoming a candidate for Town Council may be obtained by visiting the Virginia Department of Elections website.
Information is also available at the Rockingham County Voter Registrar’s office located at 20 E. Gay Street, Harrisonburg or by calling (540) 564-3055.