The Board of Supervisors held its first meeting of the new term yesterday, Jan. 23. You can watch the meeting and review the Board package (PDF). The Board approved Sully District Supervisor Kathy Smith as vice chair and welcomed new Board supervisors, Dranesville District Supervisor James Bierman and Mason District Supervisor Andres Jimenez. Other highlights include:

• Board Matter on Acquisition of JBG Property at 11810 Sunrise Valley Dr., Reston
• Board approved traffic calming measures as part of the Residential Traffic Administration Program on eastern portion of Fairway Drive
• Public hearing and approval of SE 2022-HM-00035 (Carla S. Marty and Carla’s Daycare LLC) to permit a home day care facility
• Public hearing and approval of PCA/CDPA 2011-HM-032 (RZPA 2022-HM-00027) (JBG Tysons Hotel L.L.C.) to amend RZ 2011-HM-032

The Board's Legislative Committee meeting is scheduled for Friday, Jan. 26 at 4 p.m. Learn more.

Road Construction Alert

Construction has begun on a watermain on Knoll Street NW between Lewis and Nutley Streets. Existing permitted parking is limited Monday-Friday, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. and no thru traffic is allowed. The project is expected to be completed on March 15.

REMINDER: Reston District Police Station CAC Meeting, Tonight, Jan. 24, 7 p.m.

Residents are invited to attend the Reston District Station's monthly Community Advisory Committee meeting tonight, Wednesday, Jan. 24, 7 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency "Living Room," 1800 Presidents St., Reston. Reston Town Center garage parking is free (after 5 p.m.). Please note that you will be charged if parking at hotel. Reston District commanders and staff will provide public safety updates and answer questions.

Early voting for the Democratic and Republican primaries is now underway on weekdays at three locations in the county:

• North County Governmental Center (Reston): 1 to 7 p.m.
• Fairfax County Government Center (Fairfax): 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Mount Vernon Governmental Center (Alexandria): 1 to 7 p.m.

Voters do not register by political party in Virginia. You can cast a ballot in either primary, but you can only vote in one of the presidential primaries.

What else you should know:

• Sample ballots (PDF)
• Thirteen additional early voting locations will open on Feb. 24.
• There will be Saturday voting hours on Feb. 24 and March 2.
• Learn more, including voting by mail and voter registration.

For questions or more information, contact the Fairfax County Office of Elections at 703-222-0776, TTY 711, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays.

Learn About the SHAPE the Future of Aging Plan

The SHAPE the Future of Aging Plan has several strategies to address the needs of older residents in Fairfax County, including increasing the affordability of aging in place; increasing older residents’ access to information; and increasing older residents’ perceptions of equity and acceptance. Learn more.

Point in Time Count Tonight, Jan. 24

Fairfax County is conducting the annual “Point-In-Time” count of individuals and families experiencing homelessness, beginning tonight and continuing until tomorrow morning. This highly coordinated effort provides critical data on the numbers of Fairfax County residents living in shelters, in time-limited transitional housing programs, as well of those unsheltered in the Fairfax-Falls Church community. Learn more.

How to Help Your Neighbors in Hunter Mill

A summary of local nonprofits in Hunter Mill District with links to needs, events and resources.

Stuff the Bus This Saturday, Jan. 27

This Saturday, a Fairfax County Fastran bus will visit two local grocery stores to collect donated food and household items. Statistics show the need for food is great, and demand only becomes more acute during the winter months. In Fairfax County, more than 68,141 residents live below the federal poverty level (PDF) and almost 10,000 households with children access the federal SNAP program for food assistance. Learn more.

Two nearby locations this Saturday, Jan. 27:

Vienna Giant, 359 Maple Avenue East, Vienna

Donation hours: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Benefits: CHO (Committee for Helping Others)

Herndon Giant, 2425 Centreville Rd., Village Center at Dulles, Herndon

Donation hours 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Benefits: Cornerstones

Reminder: Dog Licenses Due Jan. 31

Every dog four months or older must be licensed yearly with Fairfax County. If you are getting a license for the first time, you must provide a current rabies vaccination certificate. When renewing, proof of vaccination isn’t required unless the certificate has expired. Learn more.

Sign-Ups for Summer Camps Get Underway

Despite our recent snow and frigid temperatures, it is time for parents and caregivers to plan for summer camps. Here is information from several providers:

• Fairfax County Park Authority
• Reston Community Center
• Reston Association
• Reston YMCA
• Town of Vienna