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President Barack Obama’s last visit to Charlottesville in 2010 cost the city an estimated $15,000 to $20,000. Former U.S. Rep. Tom Perriello’s (D-Albemarle) campaign agreed to cover the cost.

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City prepares for POTUS

August 29, 2012

The City of Charlottesville underwent massive preparations to accommodate President Barack Obama’s campaign stop in the City Wednesday.

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U.Va. rejects Obama visit

By Monika Fallon | August 28, 2012

President Barack Obama will not speak on Grounds Wednesday after the University declined his campaign’s request last week, saying it would cause an “extraordinary disruption” to the second day of classes.