Dear Residents,
I hope this finds you well, and enjoying the fall foliage!
At yesterday's meeting, I presented Board Matters to recognize Commission for Women's 50th Anniversary, along with Supervisors Gross and Smith, and Holmes Run Acres' 70th Anniversary. We also held a public hearing to consider 64 alternative plans prepared by the 2021 Redistricting Advisory Committee and members of the public. The record will remain open through December 7 when the Board intends to adopt a redistricting ordinance. For additional information, please go here.
Our community blood supply in Northern Virginia is critically low. Without an increase in donors, the ongoing challenge of an insufficient blood supply will impact the treatment and care for patients and community members. Please consider giving blood at an upcoming Inova blood drive – when you donate blood, you save lives.
I also wanted to share that Inova is hosting child-friendly COVID-19 vaccine clinics for children ages 5-11. Below you will see details on how to make an appointment.
You can find the following Providence District updates below in this newsletter:
- Board Meeting Highlights
- Inova COVID-19 Vaccine Updates
- Inova Blood Donations
- Transportation Updates
- SSPA Retrospective Survey
- Upcoming Events and Volunteer Opportunities
With gratitude,
Supervisor Dalia Palchik
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- Board Matters:
- Recognizing Holmes Run Acres' 70th Anniversary
- Joint with Supervisors Gross and Smith - Commission for Women's 50th Anniversary
- The Board approved the following:
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resolution for the installation of "$200 Additional Fine for Speeding" signs along Gallows Road between Gallows Branch Road and Electric Avenue/Railroad Street as soon as possible as part of the Residential Traffic Administration Program. This received support and endorsement from the community.
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adoption of the Fairfax County Government and Schools Zero Waste Plan. Its core plan is waste prevention: eliminate waste before it starts, reduce consumption and reuse materials and products, diverting 90% of waste from incinerators and landfills, and reduce total waste stream.
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advertisement of a public hearing on December 7 at 4PM to consider expanding the real estate tax relief program for seniors and people with disabilities.
- adoption of the Vision, Goals and Objectives for Active Transportation in Fairfax County to provide guidance for Phase Two of the plan. The draft vision statement, goals and objectives were presented and discussed at the Board Transportation Committee on September 28, 2021.
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Redistricting and Reapportionment of Election Districts: following the public hearing where 17 residents provided their testimony, the Board authorized advertisement of the intention to adopt a Redistricting Ordinance on December 7. The record will remain open for additional testimony until December 7.
- The Board voted to approve the following land use cases in Providence:
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RZ 2020-PR-008 (Westpark Corporate Center, L.L.C.) and RZ 2020-PR-009 (TMG 8400 Westpark Drive, L.P.)
- SE 2021-PR-006 (Tysons Galleria Anchor Acquisition, LLC)
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Inova COVID-19 Vaccine Updates |
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Inova will be hosting child-friendly COVID-19 vaccination clinics by appointment only for children ages 5-11 for the public.
Who: All eligible members of our community in the 5-11 age group
Where: Inova Center for Personalized Health (8100 Innovation Park Dr, Fairfax, VA 22031)
When: Weekends, beginning Saturday, November 6
Visit www.inova.org/vaccine for details on how to make an appointment at the Inova Children’s Vaccination Clinic and for information on all the vaccination resources available in our community.
- These clinics will only offer the specific reconstitution of the vaccine for 5- to 11-year-old children; vaccinations for ages 12 and up will not be available at these clinics
- Inova is proud to play a key role in vaccinating this group with capacity to administer 500 shots per day
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Community blood supply in Northern Virginia is critically low. Without an increase in donors, the ongoing challenge of an insufficient blood supply will impact the treatment and care for patients and community members. Northern Virginia has an urgent need for blood donation. Please consider giving blood at an upcoming Inova blood drive – when you donate blood, you save lives. Giving blood takes less than an hour, saving three lives.
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Overnight Lane Closures and Stoppages on I-66 East This Week, Nov. 9-11, for Continued Overhead Bridge Work at the I-66/I-495 Interchange
Full closure of I-66 East during overnight hours November 10-11; Multiple overnight ramp closures planned
Construction and lane closure updates are available at Transform66.org and on Twitter @VaDOTNOVA. To receive project updates automatically by email, sign up here.
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Tysons Boulevard Lane Closure Removal
FCDOT has scheduled to remove the Tysons Boulevard Lane Closure on or about Wednesday, November 10 in order to have the barriers removed before the increase in holiday shopping traffic. For more information, please visit the website.
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Vienna Metro Station Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements Public Hearing
VDOT is sharing the final plan for bicycle and pedestrian changes by the Vienna Metro station. Please join me on November 17 at 7PM for a virtual design public hearing to learn more about these improvements. To register, please go here. For meeting details, please go here.
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Seven Corners Phasing Study Community Meetings
The Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) will hold two virtual community meetings on the Seven Corners Phasing Study on Tuesday, November 16 at 7PM, and Wednesday, November 17 at 12PM. FCDOT staff will provide an update on planned transportation improvements, including bicycle and pedestrian facilities that have been proposed as part of the study, and the public will have an opportunity to provide feedback on the order that these transportation projects will be implemented. Both meetings will be held in English.
Tuesday, November 16, 7PM
Wednesday, November 17, 12PM
In addition to the public meetings, FCDOT staff are planning to reach out to Seven Corners residents, commuters and stakeholders at three pop-up events on Saturday, November 13. Street teams will be set up from 10AM-2PM at the following locations:
- The corner fountain in Eden Center, 6751-6799 Wilson Boulevard, Falls Church
- The Seven Corners Transit Center, adjacent to the Seven Corners Shopping Center at Leesburg Pike and Arlington Boulevard, Falls Church
- The parking lot entrance to Willston Multicultural Center, 6131 Willston Drive, Falls Church
Commuters, residents and stakeholders may also submit feedback to the project team:
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Online via a survey that will be available on the study webpage after the November meetings
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Online via the red feedback form link at the bottom of the study webpage
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In writing to: FCDOT, Attn: Seven Corners Study, 4050 Legato Road, Suite 400, Fairfax, VA 22033
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By phone: 703-877-5600; TTY 711
Surveys and comments will be accepted through Friday, December 10. For more information, visit the project webpage.
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SSPA Retrospective Survey |
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The County is evaluating potential changes to the SSPA process and wants to hear from you! A community survey is open now through Friday, December 10 and is an important way to share your thoughts and priorities for future long range planning studies. The Site-Specific Plan Amendment Process (SSPA) is the public’s opportunity to participate in Fairfax County’s land use planning by submitting and reviewing proposed land use changes for individual sites. The survey is available in English, Spanish, Korean, and many other languages. Take the survey now.
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Upcoming Events and Volunteer Opportunities |
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Oakton HS Fall Show presented by Musical Theatre International
“All Together Now” will be presented in the Robert "Skip" Bromley Theater on November 12 & 13 at 7PM
Tickets are $10 and can be purchased one of the following ways:
- Purchase directly via Oakton Chorus members
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Reserve tickets for ‘WIll Call’ - Reserve Now
- Purchase at the door either night
Schools across the world will be performing this show at the same time as us, to celebrate a return to live theatre and music. Don’t miss the super fun, first show of the year.
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The Boro's Gambit
Saturday, November 13, 11AM-1PM, join The Boro as they welcome chess enthusiasts of all levels and watch them face grandmaster Rashad Babaev. The top three players will take home prizes!
Aren’t ready to face the grandmaster yet? Join as a spectator and watch all the action go down! Kids can enjoy activities in Boro Park with outdoor games and giant chess and checker boards. The event is located in Sandlot Tysons behind The Loft | 1640 Boro Place, Tysons, VA 22101.
For tickets or more information, please visit here.
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Oakton Library Book Sale
Avoid supply chain issues by doing your holiday shopping locally while supporting your library! Oakton Library is having their first big book sale in two years and will be held November 17-20. If you have flexibility, please consider avoiding the opening rush on Wednesday morning; they anticipate having plenty of books to choose from the entire weekend!
Masking is required by FCPL and we will abide by room capacity limits and maintain social distancing. Staff and volunteers at Fairfax County facilities are required to be vaccinated. Finally, this is a "BYOB" event, that is: Bring Your Own (shopping) Bag.
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Tysons Library Friends' Quarterly Book & Media Sale
The Friends of Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library are having their quarterly book & media sale from December 2-5. Large selection of books and media for all ages and interests will be available. Proceeds benefit the Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library and related activities. Donation of books and media appreciated. Volunteers welcome and needed!
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Thursday, December 2, 10AM-5:30PM by appointment.
- (NOTE: The Children's Book & Media Sale Starts Friday)
- Friday, December 3, 10AM-5PM
- Saturday, December 4, 10AM-5PM
- Sunday, December 5, 10AM-5PM
- Half Price or $10 per bag sale
Tysons Pimmit Regional Library
7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043
703-338-3307 for additional information
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Holiday Market and Winter Village at the PARC
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – celebrate the holiday season with local vendors from the Fairfax area! Visit The PARC at Tysons the first 3 Saturdays of December for a pop-up shop of local artisans and small businesses offering their unique holiday-inspired goods and gifts.
On Saturday, December 18, The PARC will be transformed into a festive winter village, featuring a local holiday market, an iceless skating rink, and other snowtastic activities for the whole family to enjoy!
The Holiday Market will be located indoors. Everyone – regardless of vaccination status – will be required to wear a mask while inside all Fairfax County facilities to help stop the spread of COVID-19. This event is free and open to the public. There is no cost or registration needed to attend. Additional items, such as food, beverages, and merchandise have a cost.
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IMA Work Session
The Invasive Management Area Program will have a work session at 3000 Miller Heights Rd, Oakton at the Difficult Run Stream Valley Park on December 12 from 2PM-4PM.
Through the removal of invasive plants & vines, you'll help restore natural habitats for wildlife in Fairfax County, while spending time outdoors and meeting new people.
Need more information or interested in volunteering? Please visit their website.
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We want to hear from you! Please reach out to us with questions, comments or just to say hello.
Office Phone: (703) 560-6946
Email us HERE if you would like events included in our newsletter or you would like a member of our team to join your HOA meeting.
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