Lord and Lady Fairfax Event Honors Community Leaders

Yesterday, the Board of Supervisors celebrated community leaders in each of our districts who epitomize community service in our county. The Lord and Lady representing Hunter Mill District this year are Andy Sigle and Roberta Gosling (photo). Congrats to both of them and thank you for your service! Learn more about them:

• Roberta moved to Reston in 1987 and Hunter Mill District is fortunate to have benefited from her work both as a talented business professional and a dedicated volunteer for the past 37 years. She has served on the Cornerstones Board of Directors for over six years and is currently Board Chair. In 2017, she co-founded the South Lakes High School PTSA Food Pantry along with this year’s Lord Fairfax, Andy Sigle. Roberta continues to co-lead the Pantry with Andy. Since it began, the Food Pantry has distributed more than 1.2 million pounds of food to students in our community. 
• Andy Sigle moved to Reston in 2006 and has dedicated himself to numerous community activities. Just a few of his roles include Chair of Southgate Community Center Advisory Board, Family Liaison representative at Dogwood Elementary, and co-founder of the RoSigle Community Giving Foundation. In 2017, Andy co-founded the South Lakes High School PTSA Food Pantry along with this year’s Lady Fairfax, Roberta Gosling. While SLHS PTSA President, Andy won the 2018 Best of Reston Award for his dedicated service to the community as did the PTSA for their work to help reduce food insecurity in schools.

Learn more about the honorees countywide.

Committee Meetings Held Oct. 3

The Board of Supervisors held several committee meetings yesterday, Oct. 3. You can watch the meeting here, or review the presentations using the links below:

• Legislative Committee
• Information Technology Committee
• Environmental Committee
• Safety and Security Committee

The next Board of Supervisors meeting is Tuesday, Oct. 10. Learn more.

Virtual Meeting on Capital Bikeshare Expansion Tonight Oct. 4

The county's Department of Transportation will host a virtual meeting on expanding the Capital Bikeshare network around the Innovation Center Metro Station with five new stations in the Dranesville District and one station in the Hunter Mill District at a virtual meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023, at 7 p.m. Staff will provide information on the bikeshare system, funding, proposed station locations and an update regarding electric bikes (e-bikes). Learn more.

Reston Planning and Zoning (P&Z) Virtual Meeting, Monday, Oct. 16, 7:30 p.m.

The Reston P&Z meeting is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 16 at 7:30 p.m. Click here to join the meeting You may also call in and listen to the meeting, dial 571-429-5982 and use conference call ID: 335 646 439# 

For more information email huntermill@fairfaxcounty.gov or call 703-478-0283.

Hunter Mill Land Use Committee Virtual Meeting: Tuesday, Oct. 17, 7:30 p.m.

The Hunter Mill Land Use Committee Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 17 at 7:30 p.m. Click here to join the meeting You may also call in and listen to the meeting, dial 571-429-5982 and use conference call ID: 616 407 662#  

For more information email huntermill@fairfaxcounty.gov or call 703-478-0283.

Eagles Walk and Roll to School

You may have noticed more of our FCPS students out and about in our neighborhoods this morning for the annual Walk and Roll event. Our Reston Station police officers supported this effort to promote walking and biking to school when possible. Great to see so many Armstong Elementary students participating!

Fire & Rescue Open House Oct. 14

All Fairfax County Fire Stations will host an Open House on Saturday, Oct. 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All Fire Stations will have their fire apparatus on display as well as firefighting and safety demonstrations. Educational handouts and plastic fire helmets for children will be available. 

Oktoberfest is Saturday, Oct. 7

The Town and Vienna Business Association are hosting

the annual Oktoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 7. This fun event includes live entertainment, family fun, German food, and beers on tap! The fun takes place on Church Street from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more details, visit www.viennaoktoberfest.org.

Be Prepared for Flu Season

The Fairfax County Health Department is encouraging everyone six months and older to prepare for flu season by getting a flu vaccine. A yearly flu vaccine is the most important step in protecting yourself and your loved ones against flu viruses. Everyone 6 months and older should get a vaccine every season, with rare exceptions. Vaccination is especially important for people who are at higher risk of serious flu complications — such as people 65 years and older, young children, people with certain health conditions, and during pregnancy. Learn more.

Digital Equity Week: Ways to Access and Understand Digital Tools

As noted in last week's newsletter, this is Digital Equity week in the county. For our area, digital equity means that county residents should be able to access, understand and use digital tools needed to navigate our modern life, including applying for jobs, paying bills, enjoying recreational activities, completing homework, staying informed and connecting with government/community services. Watch the video below for more information.

Top Spots for Watching Fall Foliage

Autumn is officially here and the county's estimated 44 million trees will be putting on a spectacular show of colors lasting a few weeks this month. There is a list of top spots to watch the foliage show in the county and statewide. Learn more.

Election Officers Needed

The county's Office of Elections is in need of election officers to serve for the Nov. 7 election and upcoming 2024 elections. Learn more.