Town of Blacksburg
Michael Via has extensive experience in law enforcement, currently serving as a Lieutenant at the Town of Blacksburg since January 2014, with a background as a Sergeant in the Criminal Investigations Unit and as a Lead Training Officer. In addition to law enforcement, Michael operates Vent Avengers LLC, a specialized dryer vent cleaning company, since January 2023. Michael also has experience in real estate as a former agent with REMAX Central and worked as an Eligibility Worker at Montgomery County Social Services. Educational credentials include a Master of Public Administration with a focus on Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management from Liberty University and a Bachelor of Science in Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management from Virginia Tech.
Town of Blacksburg
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Welcome to Blacksburg, Virginia. Established in 1798, Blacksburg is a Special Place to live, work, and visit. Nestled between the picturesque Blue Ridge and Alleghany Mountains, the natural beauty surrounding Blacksburg offers a vista for residents and visitors to enjoy, while taking in the many unique stores, art galleries, and restaurants. Consistently ranked among the country’s best places to live, Blacksburg is known for award winning services, a reasonable cost of living, safety, moderate climate, and abundant leisure activities. Blacksburg is proud to be the home of Virginia Tech and major technology companies located in the Corporate Research Center and the Blacksburg Industrial Park, as well as the Edward Via School of Osteopathic Medicine, which all contribute to the town being recognized as one of the best educated work forces in the country.